Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) 2011 Cadillac DTS Owner Manual M In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15 Performance and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (2,1) 2011 Cadillac DTS Owner Manual M Driving Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24 Service and Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Fuel . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Canadian Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from: On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, and DTS are trademarks and/or service
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (4,1) Safety Warnings and Symbols 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.” Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them. Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death. Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the Index. 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps Black plate (5,1) .
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Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Section 1 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (2,1) Instrument Panel Console-Shift Model shown, Column-Shift Model similar 1-2
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 A. Outlet Adjustment on page 4‑38. B. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4‑57. C. Exterior Lamps on page 4‑23. D. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4‑43. Black plate (3,1) O. Hood Release on page 6‑13. P. Parking Brake on page 3‑28. Q. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 4‑52. E. Horn on page 4‑3. R. Heated Steering Wheel on page 4‑4 (If Equipped). F.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (4,1) Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter is used to remotely lock and unlock the doors from up to 60 m (195 feet) away from the vehicle. Press K to unlock the driver door.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on. The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once. Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start: . Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold / until the parking lamps turn off. .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Windows Black plate (6,1) Seat Adjustment Power Seats The power seat controls are on the outboard side of the seat. On vehicles with power windows, the switches are on the driver door armrest. Each passenger door has a switch that controls only that window. Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise it. For more information, see Power Windows on page 3‑14. 1-6 Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the control forward or rearward.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (7,1) Power Reclining Seatbacks Power Lumbar Adjustment The control is located on the outboard side of the seat. The control is located on the outboard side of the seat. To raise or recline the seatback, tilt the top of the control forward or rearward. Press the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. See Power Reclining Seatbacks on page 2‑8. See Power Lumbar on page 2‑4.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Memory Features Black plate (8,1) To recall, press and release “1” or “2.” The vehicle must be in P (Park). A single beep will sound. The seat, outside mirrors, and steering column will move to the position previously stored for the identified driver. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 2‑6 for more information.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Heated and Ventilated Seats Black plate (9,1) Head Restraint Adjustment The vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Safety Belts Black plate (10,1) Sensing System for Passenger Airbag The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat‐mounted side impact airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbags and roof‐rail airbags are not affected by this. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (11,1) Mirror Adjustment To fold the mirrors: Exterior Mirrors Press the selector switch (C) to fold the mirrors out, then press (D) to fold the mirror toward the vehicle. Controls for the outside power folding mirrors are located on the driver door armrest. The vehicle may also have an automatic dimming feature on the driver side mirror that adjusts for the glare of headlamps behind you.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (12,1) Steering Wheel Adjustment This feature allows the position of the steering wheel to be adjusted. The adjustment lever is located on the left side of the steering column. For vehicles with a power tilt wheel control: 1. Pull the lever to move the steering wheel up or down. 2. Release the lever to lock the wheel in place. 1-12 . Push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down. .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Interior Lighting Black plate (13,1) Exterior Lighting This control is located on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel. Courtesy Lamps The courtesy lamps are located on the headliner above the rear seat. These lamps come on by turning the instrument panel brightness knob fully clockwise or when any door is opened and it is dark outside. Reading Lamps The reading lamps are located on the overhead console on the headliner and in the rear door opening.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Windshield Wiper/Washer Black plate (14,1) 9: Turns the wipers off. J: Press and release this paddle, located at the top of the turn signal/multifunction lever, to spray washer fluid on the windshield. See Windshield Wipers on page 4‑10 and Windshield Washer on page 4‑11. Climate Controls The windshield wiper lever is located on the left side of the steering column. 8: Use for a single wiping cycle. 6: Delays wiping cycle. 6: Slow wipes. 1: Fast wipes.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (15,1) Vehicle Features Radio(s) Dual Climate Control System for Vehicles with Rear Climate Control A. Fan Control E. Air Conditioning B. Display F. Outside Air or AUX C. Air Delivery Mode Control G. Air Recirculation D. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls H. PASS (Passenger Climate Control) I. Rear Window Defogger See Dual Climate Control System on page 4‑33. For vehicles with rear climate control, see Rear Climate Control System on page 4‑39.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 4 (XM™ Satellite Radio Service, MP3/WMA, and RDS Features): Press this button to display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS or XM station, or MP3/WMA song. When information is not available, No Info displays. For more information about these and other radio features, see Audio System(s) on page 4‑83.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (17,1) Setting the Time and Date (Single CD Player) A fee is required to receive the XM service. For more information, refer to: 1. Turn the radio on. . www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.) 2. Press H and HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY (hour, minute, month, day, and year) displays. . www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (Canada) 3. Press the pushbutton located below any one of the tabs that you want to change. 4.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (18,1) Steering Wheel Controls If equipped, these controls are located on the right side of the steering wheel. c x : Press to go to the previous radio station stored as a favorite, the next track if a CD/DVD is playing, to reject an incoming call, or end a current call. SRCE : Press to switch between the radio, CD, and for vehicles with, DVD, front auxiliary, and rear auxiliary. ¨: Press seek the next radio station, or to select tracks on a CD or DVD.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (19,1) Navigation System Driver Information Center (DIC) If the vehicle has a navigation system, there is a separate Navigation System Manual that includes information on the radio, audio players, and navigation system. The DIC display is located at the bottom of the instrument panel cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems and enables access to the personalization menu.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 V : Press to reset certain DIC features and to acknowledge DIC warning messages and clear them from the DIC display. yz: Black plate (20,1) Cruise Control The cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel. Press to scroll up and down the menu items. For more information, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4‑57.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (21,1) Power Outlets Performance and Maintenance The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. Traction Control System (TCS) If the vehicle has a center console, the power outlet is located inside the lower storage area. Some vehicles may have an outlet on the right front lower part of the driver's seat and under the climate control system next to the ashtray.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (22,1) StabiliTrak® System The vehicle may have the StabiliTrak system that assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started. The system cannot be turned off. For more information, see StabiliTrak® System on page 5‑5. Tire Pressure Monitor This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (23,1) Engine Oil Life System Driving for Better Fuel Economy The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays a DIC message when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change. Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible. Resetting the Oil Life System .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Roadside Service Black plate (24,1) OnStar® U.S. or Canada: 1-800-882-1112 TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438 As the owner of a new Cadillac, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Service program. See Roadside Service on page 1‑24 for more information.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 How OnStar Service Works Q : Push this blue button to connect to a specially trained OnStar Advisor to verify your account information and to answer questions. ]: Push this red emergency button to get priority help from specially trained OnStar Emergency Advisors. X: Push this button for hands‐free, voice‐activated calling and to give voice commands for Hands‐Free Calling and Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (26,1) See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8‑17 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310. Your Responsibility OnStar Steering Wheel Controls If the light next to the OnStar buttons is red, the system may not be functioning properly. Push the Q button and request a vehicle diagnostic.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Section 2 Black plate (1,1) Seats and Restraint System Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Power Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Power Lumbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Massaging Lumbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (2,1) Head Restraints The front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. { WARNING: With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Front Seats Power Seats The power seat controls are on the outboard side of the seats. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the restraint down. . Push down on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (4,1) Power Lumbar Massaging Lumbar The controls are on the outboard side of the front seats. Press the front or rear of the lumbar control to increase or decrease support. Press the top or bottom of the control to raise or lower the support mechanism. 2-4 If available, the switch is on the outboard side of the front seats. Press the switch to turn the massaging lumbar feature on. To operate, the ignition must be on.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Heated and Ventilated Seats Black plate (5,1) If available, the buttons are on the front doors. { WARNING: If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures. To reduce the risk of burns, people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater, especially for long periods of time.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Remote Start Heated Front Seats During a remote start, the front heated seats can be turned on automatically. They are canceled when the ignition is turned on. Press the button to use the heated seats after the vehicle is started. Black plate (6,1) Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel The heated seat indicator lights on the button do not turn on during a remote start. The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is normal.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 To recall, press and release “1” or “2.” The vehicle must be in P (Park). A single beep will sound. The seat, outside mirrors, and steering column will move to the position previously stored for the identified driver. Memory Remote Recall This feature can recall the driver seat, outside mirrors, and power tilt wheel, if available, to stored positions when entering the vehicle. To activate, unlock the driver door with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (8,1) Power Reclining Seatbacks { WARNING: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving. Use the vertical power seat control on the outboard side of the seat to adjust the seatback. . Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline. .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (9,1) Center Seat Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving. The vehicle may have a front center seat. This seat can be converted to a storage area by lowering the seatback. See Center Flex Storage Unit on page 3‑52.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (10,1) Rear Seats To operate, the ignition must be on. I (Heated Seatback): Press heat the seatback. Heated Seats J (Heated Seat and Seatback): Press to heat the seat cushion and seatback. { WARNING: Press the button once for the highest setting. A light on the button turns on to show which feature is on. If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Safety Belts Black plate (11,1) { WARNING: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts. { WARNING: Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) are not wearing safety belts, the injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle harder or be ejected from the vehicle.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (12,1) After more than 40 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter ... a lot! Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. Black plate (13,1) The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 or the instrument panel... Black plate (14,1) or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt? A: You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted. And you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Occupants who are not buckled up can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts. First, before you or your passenger(s) wear a safety belt, there is important information you should know. Black plate (16,1) Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (17,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously hurt if the shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit snugly against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give as much protection this way.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (18,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously hurt if the lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. A: The lap belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (19,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously injured if the belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle the belt into the buckle nearest you. A: The belt is buckled in the wrong buckle.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (20,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously injured if the belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries. Be sure the belt goes under the armrests. A: The belt is over an armrest.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (21,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (22,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. You might also slide under the lap belt. The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (23,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the body.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (24,1) Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder except for the center front passenger position (if equipped), which has a lap belt. See Lap Belt on page 2‑29 for more information. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index. 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (25,1) 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See “Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster” later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position. Slide the latch plate up the safety belt webbing when the safety belt is not in use.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (26,1) Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Safety Belt Pretensioners The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger seating positions. This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants. Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the safety belt assembly.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (27,1) Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides for each outside passenger position in the rear seat. If not, they are available through your dealer. The guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed the comfort guide positions the shoulder belt away from the neck and head.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (28,1) WARNING: (Continued) The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. { WARNING: A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 To remove and store the comfort guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be removed from the guide. Slide the guide into its storage pocket on the side of the seatback. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts. Black plate (29,1) The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (30,1) To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 2‑31. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (31,1) Safety Belt Extender Child Restraints If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. Older Children But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer will order you an extender. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. To help avoid personal injury, do not let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (32,1) Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes, continue. If no, try using the rear safety belt comfort guide. See “Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 2‑24 for more information. If the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder, then return to the booster seat. Also see “Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 2‑24. .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (33,1) WARNING: (Continued) head and neck injury. The child might also slide under the lap belt. The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. { WARNING: Never do this. Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (35,1) WARNING: (Continued) in a rear seat. It is also better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat. If you must secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. { WARNING: Never do this. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Q: What are the different types of add-on child restraints? A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle's owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child's weight, height, and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used. For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 { WARNING: A young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle's regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (38,1) Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle { WARNING: A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. Black plate (40,1) WARNING: (Continued) { WARNING: always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Child restraints and booster seats vary considerably in size, and some may fit in certain seating positions better than others. Always make sure the child restraint is properly secured. Depending on where you place the child restraint and the size of the child restraint, you may not be able to access adjacent safety belt assemblies or LATCH anchors for additional passengers or child restraints.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (42,1) Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Lower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments (B). A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (43,1) Some child restraints that have top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 The top tether anchors are located under the covers on the rear seatback filler panel. Pull open the cover to access the anchors. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Black plate (44,1) According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 { WARNING: Do not attach more than one child restraint to a single anchor. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or others could be injured. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash, attach only one child restraint per anchor.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (46,1) 2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: 2. 1. Find the top tether anchor. 2. 2. Pull open the top tether anchor cover to expose the anchor.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 to move it side‐to‐side and back‐and‐forth. There should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement for proper installation. Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (48,1) Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. When the retractor lock is set, the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor. 5.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 2‑41 for more information. 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side‐to‐side and back‐and‐forth.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 2‑39. In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag under certain conditions.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 using a safety belt and it uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 2‑41 for top tether anchor locations. Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored. Black plate (51,1) 3.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. When the retractor lock is set, the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor. Black plate (52,1) 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. If the airbags are off, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: { WARNING: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt — even if you have airbags. Airbags are designed to work with safety belts, but do not replace them. Also, airbags are not designed to deploy in every crash. In some crashes safety belts are your only restraint. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? on page 2‑58.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (55,1) { WARNING: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (56,1) Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar The right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. 2-56 The seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (57,1) { WARNING: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 When Should an Airbag Inflate? Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver's or right front passenger's head and chest. However, they are only designed to inflate if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 passenger airbag may inflate to an increased depth (a full deployment), based on safety belt status and the crash severity measured early in the event. (Always wear your safety belt, even with frontal airbags.) Your vehicle has seat-mounted side impact airbags. Your vehicle may have roof-rail airbags. See Airbag System on page 2‑53. Seat-mounted side impact and roof-rail airbags are intended to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 But airbags would not help in many types of collisions, primarily because the occupant's motion is not toward those airbags. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? on page 2‑58 for more information. Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (61,1) . The vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash. See Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy on page 8‑15 and Event Data Recorders on page 8‑16. . Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag systems. Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly. See your dealer for service.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 distance, you may not see the system check. When the system check is complete, either the word ON or OFF, or the symbol for on or off, will be visible. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 4‑46. The passenger sensing system turns off the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbags and the roof-rail airbags are not affected by the passenger sensing system.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger airbag and seat‐mounted side impact airbag if: . The right front passenger seat is unoccupied. . The system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infant seat. . The system determines that a small child is present in a child restraint. . The system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat. .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle. 3. Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. 4.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 If the Off Indicator is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant Black plate (65,1) If a person of adult-size is sitting in the right front passenger seat, but the off indicator is lit, it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat. If this happens, use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (66,1) Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status. See “Safety Belts” and “Child Restraints” in the Index for additional information about the importance of proper restraint use. Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Q: Is there anything I might add to or change about the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? A: Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle's frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sheet metal, they may keep the airbag system from working properly.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Safety Belts Now and then, check that the safety belt reminder light, safety belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are all working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job. See your dealer to have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash { WARNING: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 2 NOTES 2-70 Black plate (70,1)
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Section 3 Features and Controls Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 Doors and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (2,1) Section 3 Features and Controls Object Detection Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lane Departure Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Universal Home Remote System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Keys { WARNING: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8‑17 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range, try this: . Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle. Stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. . Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Q (Lock): Press to lock all the doors. If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the parking lamps may flash once to indicate locking has occurred. The horn may chirp when Q is pressed again within five seconds. See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 4‑74 for additional information. Press and hold L for more than two seconds to activate the panic alarm. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC. See “REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY” under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4‑62 for additional information. Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter. Black plate (6,1) To replace the battery: 1.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Laws in some communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws may require a person using remote start to have the vehicle in view when doing so. Check local regulations for any requirements on remote starting of vehicles. Do not use the remote start feature if your vehicle is low on fuel. Your vehicle may run out of fuel. If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the RKE transmitter functions will have an increased range of operation.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 minutes. For example, if the lock button and then the remote start buttons are pressed again after five minutes of the engine run time, 10 minutes are added and you now have 15 minutes of engine running. The added ten minutes are considered a second remote vehicle start. Once two remote starts or a single start with a time extension have been used, the vehicle must be started with the ignition key before you can use the remote start feature again.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 WARNING: (Continued) . Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening. There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. Because the vehicle has the theft-deterrent system, you must unlock the doors with the key or RKE transmitter to avoid setting off the alarm. From the outside, use either the key or the RKE transmitter.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Rear Door Security Locks Rear door security locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside. The rear door security locks are located on the inside edge of each rear door. The rear doors must be opened to access them. To assist in finding the lock, the vehicle has the following: Black plate (10,1) 3. Do the same for the other rear door. To open a rear door when the security lock is on, do the following: 1.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Trunk { WARNING: Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate, 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. .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Emergency Trunk Release Handle Black plate (12,1) There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk near the latch. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside. Rear Seat Pass‐Through The vehicle has a small door in the rear seat. This door allows access to the trunk from inside the vehicle. The rear seat armrest must be down for the pass-through door to open.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (13,1) Windows { WARNING: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Power Windows { WARNING: Black plate (14,1) The power window switches are located on the driver door. Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Express-Down/Up Windows Windows with the express feature allow the windows to be raised and lowered all the way without holding the switch. Press or pull the switch fully and release it to activate the express feature. The express mode can be canceled at any time by briefly pressing or pulling the switch.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (16,1) Programming the Power Windows Window Lockout If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged, disconnected, or is not working, you will need to reprogram each front power window for the express-up feature to work. Before reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle's battery. o (Window Lockout): The rear window lockout button is located on the driver door near the window switches. To program each front window, follow these steps: 1.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (17,1) Rear Power Sunshade Theft-Deterrent Systems If your vehicle has a rear power sunshade, it helps to reduce the amount of heat and light entering the rear window. This vehicle has theft-deterrent features, however, they do not make it impossible to steal. The switch is located on the overhead console. The rear power sunshade is located in the rear shelf. It only works while the ignition is on or while the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 — (On): Press this side of the button to turn the lockout feature on. When the lockout feature is turned on, the trunk cannot be unlocked with the keyless entry transmitter or the trunk release button located near the headlamp switch on the instrument panel. Black plate (18,1) Content Theft-Deterrent The security light is located on the instrument panel cluster. If the valet lockout feature is on it will also disable the Universal Home Remote transmitter, if equipped.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 To avoid arming the alarm by accident: Black plate (19,1) Testing the Alarm . Lock the vehicle with the door key or the manual door lock. 1. From inside the vehicle, roll down the window, then get out of the vehicle, keeping the door open. . Always unlock a door with a key or use the RKE transmitter system. Pressing the unlock button on the RKE transmitter, or unlocking a door with the key disarms the content theft-deterrent system.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (20,1) PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8‑17 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310. PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer Operation ® Your vehicle has PASS-Key III+ (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key III+ is a passive theft-deterrent system.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (21,1) See your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key III+ to get a new key blank that is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system. To program the new key: 1. Verify that the new key has a 1 stamped on it. 2. Insert the original, already programmed, key in the ignition and start the engine. If the engine will not start, see your dealer for service. 3. After the engine has started, turn the key to LOCK/ OFF, and remove the key. 4.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Ignition Positions The ignition switch has four different positions: Black plate (22,1) A (STOPPING THE ENGINE/LOCK/OFF): When the vehicle is stopped, turn the ignition switch to LOCK/OFF to turn the engine off. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) will remain active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 3‑23. This is the only position in which the ignition key can be inserted or removed. This position locks the ignition and transmission and steering column.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 The steering can bind with the wheels turned off center. If this happens, move the steering wheel from right to left while turning the key to ACC/ACCESSORY. If this doesn't work, the vehicle needs service. B (ACC/ACCESSORY): This position lets the radio and windshield wipers operate while the engine is off. To use ACC/ACCESSORY, turn the key clockwise. C (ON/RUN): This position is where the key returns to after the vehicle is started.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Starting Procedure 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will slow down as the engine warms. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transmission gently to allow the oil to warm up and lubricate all moving parts. The vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking System. This feature assists in starting the engine and protects components.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Engine Coolant Heater The engine coolant heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm‐up in cold weather conditions at or below 0°F (−18°C). Vehicles with an engine coolant heater should be plugged in at least four hours before starting. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Automatic Transmission Operation The automatic transmission may have a shift lever located either on the steering column or on the console between the seats. Black plate (26,1) { WARNING: It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 R (Reverse): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Shift to R (Reverse) only after the vehicle is stopped. Also use this gear to rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging the transmission. See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow on page 5‑17 for additional information.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 See Towing a Trailer on page 5‑26 for more information. 3 (Third): This position is also used for normal driving. However, it reduces vehicle speed more than D (Drive) without using the brakes. You might choose 3 (Third) instead of D (Drive) when driving on hilly, winding roads, when towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears and when going down a steep hill. 2 (Second): This position reduces vehicle speed more than 3 (Third) without using the brakes.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set, the ignition is on, and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h). The brake light will come on and stay on until the parking brake is released. See Brake System Warning Light on page 4‑48 for more information. To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down, then push the parking brake pedal down.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Console Shift Lever If the vehicle is equipped with a console shift lever, use this procedure to shift the vehicle into P (Park): 1. Hold the brake pedal down. 2. Move the shift lever into P (Park) by pushing the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle and then to the left. 3. While keeping the brake pedal applied, set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 3‑28 for more information. 4. Turn the ignition key to LOCK/OFF. 5.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Shifting Out of Park Automatic Transmission Shift Lock This vehicle has an electronic shift lock release system. The shift lock release is designed to: . . Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P (Park) Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P (Park), unless the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal is applied.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Engine Exhaust { WARNING: Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death. Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: Black plate (32,1) WARNING: (Continued) If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle: . Drive it only with the windows completely down. . Have the vehicle repaired immediately.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 WARNING: (Continued) Black plate (33,1) Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror death. Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has no fresh air ventilation. For more information, see Engine Exhaust on page 3‑32. The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror with a compass display. Automatic dimming reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehicle. The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle is started.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (34,1) Compass Compass Variance Compass Operation Press O or AUTO 3, depending on the vehicle, to The compass is set to zone eight. If you do not live in zone eight or drive out of the area, the compass variance needs to be changed to the appropriate zone. turn the compass on or off. To adjust for compass variance: When the ignition and the compass feature are on, after a few seconds, the mirror will display the compass heading.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (35,1) 3. Once the zone number displays, press O or AUTO 3 repeatedly until the correct zone number displays. Stop pressing the button and the mirror will return to normal operation. If C appears in the compass window, the compass may need calibration. See “Compass Calibration” listed previously. Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors Controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver door armrest. Mirror Adjustment 1.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror If the vehicle has this feature, the driver side mirror adjusts for the glare of headlamps behind you. This feature is controlled by the on and off settings on the automatic dimming rearview mirror. Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) If the vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system, see Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on page 3‑40 for more information.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA) For vehicles with the Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA) system, it operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5mph), and assists the driver with parking and avoiding objects. It can determine how close objects are to the front bumper, up to 1.2 m (4 ft.) in front of the vehicle and the rear bumper, up to 2.5 m (8 ft.) behind the vehicle.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 The front display is located on top of the instrument panel to the right of the driver. The front display will have either three or six lights to provide distance and system information. With Adaptive Cruise control (ACC), it will have three lights along with the ACC lights. Without ACC, it will have six lights. High-toned beeps from the front speakers are for objects detected near the front bumper.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Description four amber/ two red lights flashing and beep for five seconds ACC — two amber lights/ one red light flashing and beep for five seconds Black plate (39,1) Metric English 0.3 m 1 ft Backing Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into R (Reverse). The rear display will then briefly illuminate to let you know the system is working.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 . The vehicle's bumper is damaged. Take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the system. . Other conditions may affect system performance, such as vibrations from a jackhammer or the compression of air brakes on a very large truck. If the system is still disabled after driving forward at least 25 km/h (15 mph), take the vehicle to your dealer. Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) The vehicle may have a Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (41,1) SBZA Detection Zones The SBZA sensor covers a zone of approximately one lane over from both sides of the vehicle, 3.5 m (11 ft). This zone starts at each side mirror and goes back approximately 5 m (16 ft). The height of the zone is approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2.0 m (6 ft) off the ground. The SBZA detection zones do not change if the vehicle is towing a trailer. So be extra careful when changing lanes while towing a trailer.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 SBZA is designed to ignore stationary objects; however, the system may occasionally light up due to guard rails, signs, trees, shrubs, and other stationary objects. This is normal system operation, the vehicle does not need service. SBZA does not operate when the left or right corners of the rear bumper are covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice, slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For cleaning instructions, see Washing Your Vehicle on page 6‑98.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Lane Departure Warning (LDW) The vehicle may have a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system. Read this entire section before using the system. { WARNING: The Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system does not steer the vehicle and is only an aid to help you stay in your driving lane. The LDW system may not: . Provide you with enough time to avoid a lane change collision. . Be loud enough for you to hear the warning beeps. .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 How the System Works LDW uses a camera located between the inside rearview mirror and the windshield to detect the lane markings. @ (Lane Departure Warning): To turn LDW on and off, press the LDW control, located by the exterior headlamp control. An indicator on the control will light to indicate that LDW is on. Black plate (44,1) LDW only operates at speeds of 35 mph (56 km) or greater.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 LDW Error Message SERVICE LANE DEPARTURE SYSTEM: This message may appear in the DIC to indicate that LDW is not working properly. If this message remains on after continued driving, the system needs service. Take your vehicle to your dealer. Black plate (45,1) Universal Home Remote System Operation (With Three Round LED) LANE DEPARTURE SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE : This message may appear in the DIC if LDW does not activate due to a temporary condition.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Be sure to keep the original remote control transmitter for use in other vehicles, as well as, for future programming. Only the original remote control transmitter is needed for Fixed Code programming. The programmed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends. See “Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons” later in this section.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (47,1) 3. Immediately return to the vehicle. Press and hold the Universal Home Remote button that will be used to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light, above the selected button, should slowly blink. This button may need to be held for up to 20 seconds. 4. Immediately, within one second, release the button when the garage door moves. The indicator light will blink rapidly until programming is complete. 5.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Programming Universal Home Remote — Fixed Code For questions or help programming the Universal Home Remote System, call 1-866-572-2728 or go to learcar2u.com. Most garage door openers sold before 1996 are Fixed Code units. Programming a garage door opener involves time-sensitive actions, so read the entire procedure before starting. Otherwise, the device will time out and the procedure will have to be repeated. To program up to three devices: 3-48 Black plate (48,1) 1.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Example of Eight Dip Switches with Two Positions Black plate (49,1) Example of Eight Dip Switches with Three Positions The panel of switches might not appear exactly as they do in the examples above, but they should be similar. The switch positions on the hand-held transmitter could be labeled, as follows: . A switch in the up position could be labeled as “Up,” “+,” or “On.” . A switch in the down position could be labeled as “Down,” “−,” or “Off.” .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (50,1) 2. Write down the eight to 12 switch settings from left to right as follows: . When a switch is in the up position, write “Left.” . When a switch is in the down position, write “Right.” . If a switch is set between the up and down position, write “Middle.” The switch settings written down in Step 2 now become the button strokes to be entered into the Universal Home Remote in Step 4.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (51,1) 5. After entering all of the switch positions, again, firmly press and release all three buttons at the same time. The indicator lights will turn on. Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons 6. Press and hold the button that will be used to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light above the selected button should slowly blink. This button may need to be held for up to 55 seconds.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Storage Areas Glove Box Lift up the glove box handle to open it. Use the key to lock and unlock the glove box. Cupholders There are cupholders located in the full floor console, or in the front of the center seat console. Cupholders are also located in the rear armrest. Slide the cover back to access the full floor console cupholder. Fold open the front of the console to access the center seat console cupholder.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Floor Mats { WARNING: Black plate (53,1) . Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat. . Use only a single floor mat on the driver side. . Do not place one floor mat on top of another. The driver side floor mat is held in place by two hooks. If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not properly installed, it can interfere with the accelerator pedal and/or brake pedal.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats 1. Pull up on the rear of the mat to remove it from the hooks. 2. Reinstall the floor mat by lining up the openings in the floor mat over the hooks and push it down into position. Black plate (54,1) Sunroof The vehicle may have a power sunroof. The switches that operate the sunroof are located on the overhead console. 3.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (55,1) Express Open: The express open feature will operate from the closed or partially open position. To express open the power sunroof, fully press the driver side switch rearward once. To stop the sunroof glass in a desired position other than to the express-open position, press the switch again, in either direction, to stop the movement. If the sunshade is in the closed position, it will open with the sunroof, or it can be opened manually.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 2 NOTES 3-56 Black plate (56,1)
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Section 4 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Tilt Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (2,1) Section 4 StabiliTrak® Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light . . . . . . . . . . Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light . . . . Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Instrument Panel Overview Tilt Wheel Hazard Warning Flashers This feature allows the position of the steering wheel to be adjusted. | (Hazard Warning Flasher): Press this button located on the instrument panel, to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. This warns others that you are having trouble. Press The adjustment lever is located on the left side of the steering column. | again to turn the flashers off.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (4,1) Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column If the vehicle has this feature, the power tilt and telescope wheel control is located on the outboard side of the steering column. Heated Steering Wheel The vehicle may have a heated steering wheel. The button for this feature is located on the steering wheel. Press to turn the heated steering wheel on or off. A light on the button displays while the feature is turned on.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Black plate (5,1) Turn and Lane-Change Signals An arrow on the instrument panel cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: G : Turn and Lane-Change Signals 2 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer N : Windshield Wipers L : Windshield Washer Flash-To-Pass Feature. Information for these features is on the pages following.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (6,1) Turn Signal On Chime If the turn signal is left on, a warning chime sounds and the Driver Information Center (DIC) will display TURN SIGNAL ON after driving about a mile as a reminder to turn it off. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4‑62. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Push forward to change the headlamps from low beam to high. Pull the lever back and then release it to change from high beam to low.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 The Forward Collision Alert (FCA) system provides an audible and visual alert if you approach a vehicle too quickly that is directly ahead. FCA also provides a visual alert with no audible alert if you are following another vehicle much too closely. The FCA alert symbol is located on top of the instrument panel to the right of the driver.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 FCA is enabled when the green light on the button is lit. FCA is disabled when the indicator light is amber. Black plate (8,1) Alerting the Driver The FCA alert symbol will flash and a warning beep will sound when driver action may be required. { WARNING: . On winding roads, FCA may not detect a vehicle ahead. You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you. Do not rely on FCA on winding roads. .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 { WARNING: When the Adaptive Cruise Control radar is blocked by snow, ice, or dirt, it may not detect a vehicle ahead. FCA may not help you avoid a collision under these conditions. Do not use FCA when the radar is blocked by snow, ice, or dirt. Keep your radar clean. See “Cleaning the System” under Adaptive Cruise Control on page 4‑14. { WARNING: FCA may not detect and warn soon enough to stationary or slow-moving vehicles or other objects ahead of you.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Flash-to-Pass This feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass. The flash-to-pass feature will only work with the headlamps on. It does not work with Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Pull and hold the turn signal lever toward you to use. If the headlamps are on low beam, pulling the turn signal towards you will flash the high beams.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Windshield Washer { WARNING: In freezing weather, do not use the washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. J (Washer Fluid): Press and release this paddle, located at the top of the turn signal/multifunction lever, to spray washer fluid on the windshield. The wipers will clear the windshield and either stop or return to the preset speed. For more washer cycles, press and hold the paddle.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (12,1) The cruise control buttons are located on left side of the steering wheel. Setting Cruise Control If the cruise button is on when not in use, it could get bumped and go into cruise when not desired. Keep the cruise control switch off when cruise is not being used. The cruise light on the instrument panel cluster comes on after the cruise control has been set to the desired speed. 1. Press I. 2. Get up to the speed desired. 3.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (13,1) Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control is already activated, Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, the vehicle slows down to the previous cruise control speed. . Press the +RES button. Hold it there until the desired speed is reached, and then release the button. .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Erasing Speed Memory The cruise control set speed is erased from memory by pressing the I button or if the ignition is turned off. Adaptive Cruise Control For vehicles with this feature, be sure to read this entire section before using it. This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 { WARNING: . On winding roads, Adaptive Cruise Control may not detect a vehicle ahead. You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you. Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control on winding roads. . Adaptive Cruise Control may not have time to slow your vehicle enough to avoid a crash when you are driving in conditions where vehicles may suddenly slow or stop ahead of you, enter your lane, or cross your vehicle's path.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 ] (On): Press to turn the system on. Black plate (16,1) To set ACC, do the following: 1. Press the ] button. + Res (Resume/Accelerate): Press to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or to increase the set speed when ACC is already active. 2. Get up to the speed desired. Set–: Press to set the speed or to decrease the set speed when ACC is already active. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Increasing Set Speed While Using ACC If the ACC is already activated, . Press the +RES button. Hold it there until the desired set speed is displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC), then release the switch. . To increase the set speed in small amounts, move the switch briefly to +RES. Each time this is done, the set speed increases by 1 km/h (1 mph). Your vehicle will not reach the set speed until the system determines there is not a vehicle in front of you.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (18,1) Alerting the Driver The ACC alert symbol is located on the display at the top of the instrument panel to the right of the driver. The alert symbol flashes and a warning beep sounds when driver action may be required. If ACC is engaged, the alert symbol will flash when: . ACC cannot apply sufficient braking because you are approaching a vehicle too rapidly. . The vehicle speed drops below about 32 km/h (20 mph). .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 { WARNING: When the Adaptive Cruise Control radar is blocked by snow, ice, or dirt, it may not detect a vehicle ahead. Adaptive Cruise Control may not have time to slow your vehicle enough to avoid a collision. Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control when the radar is blocked by snow, ice, or dirt. Keep your radar clean. See “Cleaning the System” later in this section. ACC automatically slows your vehicle down when approaching a slower moving vehicle.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Low-Speed Deactivation If your vehicle speed falls below 32 km/h (20 mph) while following a vehicle ahead, ACC will begin to disengage. The Driver Alert symbol will flash and the warning beep will sound. The driver must take action since ACC will not slow the vehicle to a stop. Passing a Vehicle/ACC Override To increase speed to pass a vehicle, use the accelerator pedal. While you are doing this, the system will not automatically apply the brakes.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 When following a vehicle and entering a curve, ACC could lose track of the vehicle in your lane and accelerate your vehicle. When this happens the Vehicle Ahead symbol will not appear. Black plate (21,1) ACC may detect a vehicle that is not in your lane and apply the brakes. ACC may, occasionally, provide a driver alert and/or braking that you consider unnecessary. It could respond to signs, guardrails, and other stationary objects when entering or exiting a curve.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Highway Exit Ramps Black plate (22,1) Using ACC on Hills and When Towing a Trailer { WARNING: Adaptive Cruise Control may lose track of the vehicle ahead and accelerate up to your set speed while entering or on highway exit ramps. You could be startled by this acceleration and even lose control of the vehicle. Disengage Adaptive Cruise Control before entering a highway exit ramp. Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control while entering or on exit ramps.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Erasing Set Speed Memory Black plate (23,1) Exterior Lamps Press the ACC button or turn the ignition off. The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Other Messages There are three additional messages that may appear on the DIC. They are SERVICE RADAR CRUISE, RADAR CRUISE NOT READY and CLEAN RADAR. These messages will appear to indicate a problem with the ACC.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 The exterior lamps control has four positions: O (Off): Turns off the exterior lamps except for Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). AUTO (Automatic): Automatically turns on the headlamps at normal brightness, together with the following: . Parking Lamps . Instrument Panel Lights . IntelliBeam® ; (Parking Lamps): Turns on the parking lamps together with the following: . Instrument Panel Lights . License Plate Lamps . Taillamps .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Driving with IntelliBeam Black plate (25,1) . IntelliBeam only activates the high-beams when driving over 20 mph (32 km/h). The high-beam headlamps remain on, under the automatic control of IntelliBeam, until any of the following situations occur: . The system detects an approaching vehicle's headlamps. . The system detects a preceding vehicle's taillamps. . The exterior lamp control is turned to any setting except AUTO.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 You might need to manually disable or cancel the high-beam headlamps by turning the low-beam headlamps on, if any of the above conditions exist. Disabling and Resetting IntelliBeam at the Rearview Mirror Black plate (26,1) Cleaning the IntelliBeam Light Sensor The light sensor is located on the inside of the vehicle in front of the inside rearview mirror. IntelliBeam can be disabled by using the controls on the inside rearview mirror.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Headlamps on Reminder A warning chime will sound if the exterior lamp control is left on in either the headlamp or parking lamp position and the driver's door is opened with the ignition off. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (28,1) Fog Lamps Curbside Parking Lamps (If equipped) The fog lamps button is on the exterior lamps control to the left of the steering column. This feature makes it easier for others to see your vehicle while it is parallel parked. To illuminate the front parking lamp and the rear taillamp on the right side of the vehicle, do the following: # (Fog Lamps): Press to turn the fog lamps on or off.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Instrument Panel Brightness D (Instrument Panel Brightness): This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel and footwell lights, if equipped. The button for this control is located below the exterior lamps control. Push the button in and release to extend the button. Turn the button clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the lights. Courtesy Lamps The courtesy lamps are located on the headliner above the rear seat.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Footwell Lamps For vehicles with footwell lamps, they are located under the instrument panel and at the rear of the front seats. These lamps provide soft light to the front and rear floor areas. They dim with the instrument panel cluster lights. Footwell lighting brightness can be adjusted with the instrument panel brightness control located below the exterior lamps control. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4‑29.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery. It does this by balancing the generator's output and the vehicle's electrical needs. It can increase engine idle speed to generate more power, whenever needed. It can temporarily reduce the power demands of some accessories. Normally, these actions occur in steps or levels, without being noticeable. In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action, this action may be noticeable to the driver.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 There are two accessory power outlets in the rear seat area located on the door armrests next to the ashtrays. Remove the cover to access and replace when not in use. The accessory power outlet can be used at any time. { WARNING: Power is always supplied to the outlets. Do not leave electrical equipment plugged in when the vehicle is not in use because the vehicle could catch fire and cause injury or death.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (33,1) Climate Controls Dual Climate Control System The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Dual Climate Control System for Vehicles with Rear Climate Control Dual Climate Control System A. Fan Control E. Air Conditioning B. Display F. Outside Air or AUX C. Air Delivery Mode Control G. Recirculation D. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls H. PASS (Passenger Climate Control) I.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Automatic Operation AUTO 9 (Automatic Fan): When this position is selected on the fan control, the system adjusts the fan speed. To use automatic operation: 1. Turn the fan control to the AUTO position. 2. Turn the air delivery mode to the AUTO position. 3. Adjust the temperature to a comfortable setting between 21°C (68°F) and 26°C (78°F). Choosing the coldest or warmest temperature setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (35,1) Manual Operation Select one of the following: 9 (Off): AUTO: Turns on the automatic delivery mode operation. Turns the entire climate control system off. Outside air still enters the vehicle and is directed to the floor. The airflow direction and temperature can be adjusted, as indicated below. If the temperature is adjusted while the system is off, the display will light to show the current settings.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 temperature is at or below freezing. Recirculation cannot be selected while in the defrost mode. Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear. For professional vehicles, air will be allowed to flow through the rear outlets. For quicker defrost, press the AUX button on the front climate control system so that the light is not lit. # (Air Conditioning): Press to turn the air conditioning system on or off and override the automatic system.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Rear Window Defogger Black plate (37,1) Sensors The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. < (Rear Defogger): Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible. The rear window defogger will turn off approximately 20 minutes after the button is pressed if the vehicle is moving at slower vehicle speeds.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (38,1) There is also an interior temperature sensor located next to the steering wheel that measures the temperature of the air inside the vehicle. The climate control system uses the information from these sensors to maintain your comfort setting by adjusting the outlet temperature, fan speed, and the air delivery mode. The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Rear Climate Control System For vehicles with a rear climate control system, the rear seat passengers can adjust the direction of the airflow, fan speed and temperature for the rear seating area. This system also works with the main climate control system in the vehicle. Black plate (39,1) AUX (Auxiliary): Press the AUX button located on the front climate control panel to turn the rear climate control system on or off.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 automatic operation and places the system in manual mode. If in auto mode, pressing the down arrow will turn the rear climate control system off. « N ª (Air Delivery Mode Control): Press until AUTO appears on the display to place the system in automatic mode. When automatic operation is active, the system controls the air delivery mode.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 To access the passenger compartment air filter: 1. Use a tool to remove the cover. If the vehicle has tabs that allow the cover to be unlatched with your fingers, a tool will not be needed for this step. Black plate (41,1) 2. Then, insert a tool behind the push pin located on the inboard side of the air filter compartment to carefully pry the pin out.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (42,1) Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury. Warning lights come on when there might be or there is a problem with one of the vehicle's functions. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working. 3.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (43,1) Instrument Panel Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar 4-43
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer shows the speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). See “MPH (km)” under DIC Operation and Displays on page 4‑58 for more information. The odometer mileage can be checked without the vehicle running. The vehicle's odometer works together with the driver information center. Trip A and Trip B can be set on the odometer. See “Trip Fuel” under DIC Operation and Displays on page 4‑58 for more information.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (45,1) Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light For vehicles equipped with the passenger safety belt reminder light, several seconds after the engine is started, a chime sounds for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt. The passenger safety belt light, located on the instrument panel, comes on and stays on for several seconds and then flashes for several more.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (46,1) Airbag Readiness Light The system checks the airbag's electrical system for possible malfunctions. If the light stays on it indicates there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System on page 2‑53.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off symbol, to let you know the status of the right front passenger frontal and seat-mounted side impact airbags. If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag are enabled (may inflate).
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (48,1) vehicle must be driven a short distance with the light on, turn off accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. Brake System Warning Light The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits. If one circuit is not working, the remaining circuit can still work to stop the vehicle. For normal braking performance, both circuits need to be working. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (49,1) Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System (ABS), this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. This warning light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (50,1) StabiliTrak® Indicator Light For vehicles with the StabiliTrak® system, this light comes on briefly while starting the engine. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light For vehicles with the lane departure warning system, this light briefly comes on green while starting the vehicle. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (51,1) Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on when the engine is very hot. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. This light also comes on briefly when the vehicle is started. If the light does not go out or comes on and stays on while driving, there may be a problem with the cooling system.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (52,1) Tire Pressure Light For vehicles with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System, this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. It provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System. When the Light is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires is significantly underinflated. A tire pressure message in the Driver Information Center (DIC), can accompany the light.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Notice: If the vehicle is continually driven with this light on, after a while, the emission controls might not work as well, the vehicle fuel economy might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 . Make sure to fuel the vehicle with quality fuel. Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed and can cause: stalling after start-up, stalling when the vehicle is changed into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration. These conditions might go away once the engine is warmed up. If one or more of these conditions occurs, change the fuel brand used.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Oil Pressure Light Black plate (55,1) If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and it might have some other system problem. Security Light For information regarding this light and the vehicle's security system, see Content Theft-Deterrent on page 3‑18. { WARNING: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. The engine can become so hot that it catches fire.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (56,1) Lights On Reminder Highbeam On Light This light comes on whenever the parking lamps are on. See Exterior Lamps on page 4‑23 for more information. Cruise Control Light This light comes on whenever the cruise control is set. The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off. See Cruise Control on page 4‑11 and Adaptive Cruise Control on page 4‑14 for more information. 4-56 This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. If the fuel supply gets low, the FUEL LEVEL LOW message appears in the Driver Information Center and a single chime sounds. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4‑62 for more information. Here are a few situations that may occur with the fuel gauge. All of these situations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gauge: .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (58,1) DIC Operation and Displays The Driver Information Center (DIC) has different displays which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons located on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel. 3 Trip/Fuel: Press this button to scroll through the trip and fuel displays. See “Trip/Fuel Display Menu Items” following for more information on these displays.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Once the range drops below an estimated 64 km (40 miles) remaining, the display will show FUEL RANGE LOW. If your vehicle is low on fuel, the FUEL LEVEL LOW message will be displayed. See “FUEL LEVEL LOW” under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4‑62 for more information. AVERAGE ECONOMY (AFE) This display shows the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg).
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Your vehicle's charging system regulates voltage based on the state of the battery. The battery voltage may fluctuate when viewing this information on the DIC. This is normal. See Charging System Light on page 4‑47 for more information. If there is a problem with the battery charging system, the DIC will display a message. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4‑62 and Electric Power Management on page 4‑30 for more information.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 system has been turned off. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4‑62 and Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA) on page 3‑37 for more information. SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT If your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system, this display allows the system to be turned on or off. Once in this display, press the set/reset button to select between ON or OFF. If you choose ON, the system will be turned on. If you choose OFF, the system will be turned off.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 SPEED ALERT This display will allow you to customize the speed alert warning. You can choose to have no warning display, or to have it display at the limit, at 5 km/h (mph) over the limit, or at 10 km/h (mph) over the limit. The DIC will toggle between OFF, AT LIMIT, +5, +10 (Km/h or MPH). Press the reset button to make your selection. RELEARN REMOTE KEY This display allows you to match Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters to your vehicle.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (63,1) AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL OFF CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message displays when the automatic headlamps are turned off. See Exterior Lamps on page 4‑23 for more information. This message displays when service is required for your vehicle. See your dealer. See Engine Oil on page 6‑15 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 7‑3 for more information. AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ON This message displays when the automatic headlamps are turned on.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time. To read the other messages that may have been sent at the same time, press the set/reset button. The DIC also shows the tire pressure values. See DIC Operation and Displays on page 4‑58. Black plate (64,1) DRIVER DOOR OPEN This symbol appears with this message.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the engine is overheating, severe engine damage may occur. If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Do not increase the engine speed above normal idling speed. See Engine Overheating on page 6‑29 for more information. This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is too hot.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 FOLLOWING GAP Black plate (66,1) FUEL LEVEL LOW This symbol appears with this message. This symbol appears with this message. If your vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), this message displays to show the follow distance that has been set. There are six follow distances to choose from. Each follow distance is shown on the DIC by displaying from one to six bars between two car symbols. See Adaptive Cruise Control on page 4‑14 for more information.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (67,1) ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message displays when the outside temperature is cold enough to create icy road conditions. Adjust your driving accordingly. LANE DEPARTURE SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE If your vehicle has the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system, this message may display if the LDW system does not activate due to a temporary condition. See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 3‑43 for more information.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (68,1) Stop the vehicle immediately, as engine damage can result from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer as soon as possible when this message is displayed. PARKING ASSIST OFF If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA) system, after the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park), this message displays to remind the driver that the UFRPA system has been turned off.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (69,1) RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN This symbol appears with this message. SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM This message displays when a problem with the charging system has been detected. The charging system light also displays on the instrument panel cluster. See Charging System Light on page 4‑47 for more information. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer. SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST This message displays when the passenger side rear door is not closed completely.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (70,1) SERVICE LANE DEPARTURE SYSTEM SERVICE RADAR CRUISE If your vehicle has the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system, this message may display to indicate that the LDW system is not working properly. If this message remains on after continued driving, the system needs service. See your dealer. See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 3‑43 for more information.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (71,1) again while you are driving, your vehicle needs service. Have the StabiliTrak system inspected by your dealer as soon as possible. information. If the warning comes on and stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS, see your dealer. SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS (System) SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL This message displays when the magnetic ride control or automatic leveling control system is not operating properly. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 “CRUISE SET TO XXX MPH (km/h)” earlier in this section and Adaptive Cruise Control on page 4‑14 for more information. SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT SYSTEM OFF If your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system, this message displays when the SBZA system has been turned off. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on page 3‑40 and DIC Operation and Displays on page 4‑58 for more information.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (73,1) THEFT ATTEMPTED This symbol appears with this message. Pressure Monitor System on page 6‑57, and Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 6‑57 for more information. TRACTION CONTROL OFF This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is turned off. Adjust your driving accordingly. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 5‑6 for more information.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (74,1) TRUNK OPEN WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID This symbol appears with this message. This message displays when the trunk is not closed completely. Make sure that the trunk is closed completely. TURN SIGNAL ON This message displays as a reminder to turn off the turn signal if you drive your vehicle for more than about 1 mile (1.6 km) with a turn signal on. A multiple chime sounds when this message is displayed. This symbol appears with this message.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 The default settings for the customization features were set when your vehicle left the factory, but may have been changed from their default state since then. The customization preferences are automatically recalled. To change customization preferences, use the following procedure. Entering the Feature Settings Menu 1. Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in P (Park). To avoid excessive drain on the battery, it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off. 2.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 ESPANOL: All messages will appear in Spanish. Black plate (76,1) JAPANESE: All messages will appear in Japanese. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. ARABIC: All messages will appear in Arabic. AUTO DOOR UNLOCK NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. This feature allows you to select whether or not to turn off the automatic door unlocking feature.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (77,1) To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. REMOTE DOOR LOCK To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. This feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (78,1) DELAY DOOR LOCK EXIT LIGHTING This feature allows you to select whether or not the locking of the vehicle's doors will be delayed. When locking the doors with the power door lock switch and a door is open, this feature will delay locking the doors until five seconds after the last door is closed. You will hear three chimes to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use. The key must be out of the ignition for this feature to work.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 APPROACH LIGHTING This feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lights turn on briefly during low light periods after unlocking the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Press the customization button until APPROACH LIGHTING appears on the DIC display. Press the set/ reset button once to access the settings for this feature.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 DRIVER MIRROR: The driver's outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). PASSENGER MIRROR: The passenger's outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). BOTH MIRRORS: The driver's and passenger's outside mirrors will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Press the customization button until EASY EXIT SETUP appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature. Then press the menu up/down button to scroll through the following settings: OFF: No automatic seat exit will recall. SEAT ONLY: The driver's seat will recall. TILT ONLY: The steering wheel tilt feature will recall. TELESCOPE ONLY: The steering column telescope feature will recall.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 REMOTE START If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to turn the remote start off or on. The remote start feature allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 3‑6 for more information. Press the customization button until REMOTE START appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (83,1) Audio System(s) Notice: Contact your dealer before adding any equipment. Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the following pages to become familiar with its features. Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the engine, radio, or other systems, and could damage them. Follow federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone equipment.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Enabling/Disabling the Digital Radio Clock Black plate (84,1) For the Single CD Player The radio clock and analog clock are not synchronized. Occasionally you might need to set the digital radio clock using the procedure below to synchronize both clocks. To turn the radio clock display on or off: For a Six-Disc CD Player 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press the H button until the clock and date setting menus appear. 3.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 If the radio clock display is turned off, the screen displays Radio Clock OFF for 10 seconds. The menus for clock and date settings are removed, and ON displays as a current status indicating that the clock display can be turned on, if desired. Black plate (85,1) For a Six-Disc CD Player This type of radio has a MENU button for setting the time and date. To set the time and date: 1. Turn the radio on. H option is displayed.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Changing the Time and Date Default Setting For the Single CD Player To change the time and date default setting: 1. Change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour or the date default setting from month/day/ year to day/month/year, by pressing the H button. 2.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Radio(s) Black plate (87,1) Playing the Radio O (Power/Volume): Press to turn the system on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume. Speed Compensated Volume (SCV): Radios with SCV automatically adjusts the radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise while driving. That way, the volume level should sound about the same while driving. To activate SCV: 1. Set the radio volume to the desired level. 2. Press the MENU button to display the radio setup menu. 3.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 AudioPilot®: If the vehicle has the Bose® audio system, it has AudioPilot noise compensation technology. To use AudioPilot: 1. Set the radio volume to the desired level. 2. Press the MENU button to display the radio setup menu. 3. Press the pushbutton located under the AUTO VOLUM tab on the radio display. 4. Press the ON or OFF button to turn this feature on or off.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 FAV (Favorites): A maximum of 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six pushbuttons positioned below the radio station frequency tabs and by using the radio favorites page button. Press the FAV button to go through up to six pages of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page. Each page of favorites can contain any combination of AM, FM, or XM stations. To store a station as a favorite: 1. Tune to the desired radio station. 2.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 EQ (Equalization): For the non-Bose® amplified radio, perform the following steps to setup the equalization settings: 1. Press the displays. a knob until the equalization label 2. Press the pushbutton located under the equalization label to get choices of POP, ROCK, CTRY (country), TALK, JAZZ, and CLAS (classical), to display. 3. Press the pushbutton located under the desired setting.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 For more information on the control label displays, see the following: . Norm (Normal): Select this screen button to adjust the audio for normal mode. This provides the best sound quality for all seating positions. . Driv (Driver): Select this screen button to adjust the audio for the driver to receive the best possible sound quality. . Rear: Select this screen button to adjust the audio for the rear seat passengers to receive the best possible sound quality. .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Undesired XM categories can be removed through the setup menu. To remove an undesired category: Black plate (92,1) Radio Message 1. Press the MENU button to display the radio setup menu. Locked: This message displays when the TheftLock® system has locked up the radio. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. 2. Press the pushbutton located below the XM CAT tab. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer. 3.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Playing a CD (Single CD Player) Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing. If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player, it stays in the player. When the ignition or radio is turned on, the CD starts playing where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio source. When a CD is inserted, the CD symbol displays. As each new track starts to play the track number displays.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Playing a CD(s) (Six-Disc CD Player) LOAD ^ : Press to load CDs into the CD player. The CD player holds up to six CDs. To insert one CD: 1. Press and release the load button. 2. Wait for the message to insert the disc. 3. Load a CD. Insert the CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player pulls the CD in. To insert multiple CDs: 1. Press and hold the LOAD button for five seconds. A beep sounds and Load All Discs displays. 2.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 RDM (Random) (Radio with Six-Disc CD Player): With the random setting, CD tracks can be played in random, rather than sequential order, on one CD or all CDs in a six-disc CD player. To use random: . . Press the pushbutton positioned under the RDM tab until Randomize Current Disc displays to play the tracks in random order from the CD that is currently playing. Press again to turn off random play.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 . The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. . There could have been a problem while burning the CD. . The label could be caught in the CD player. If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good CD. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer. If the radio displays an error message, write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (97,1) Using an MP3 . The CD player is able to read and play a maximum of 50 folders, 50 playlists, and 255 files. MP3/WMA CD-R or CD-RW Disc . Create a folder structure that makes it easy to find songs while driving. Organize songs by albums using one folder for each album. Each folder or album should contain 18 songs or less. . Avoid subfolders.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Playlists can be changed by using the S c and c T folder buttons, the a knob, or the SEEK arrows. An MP3/WMA CD-R or CD-RW that was recorded using no file folders can also be played. If a CD-R or CD-RW contains more than the maximum of 50 folders, 50 playlists, and 255 files, the player lets you access and navigate up to the maximum, but all items over the maximum cannot be accessed. Root Directory The root directory of the CD-R or CD-RW is treated as a folder.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 . Play begins from the first track in the first folder and continues sequentially through all tracks in each folder. When the last track of the last folder has played, play continues from the first track of the first folder. When play enters a new folder, the display does not automatically show the new folder name unless the folder mode has been chosen as the default display. The new track name displays.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 © SEEK ¨ : Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the start of the current MP3/WMA file, if more than ten seconds have played. Press the right SEEK arrow to go to the next MP3/WMA file. If either SEEK arrow is held or pressed multiple times, the player continues moving backward or forward through MP3/WMA files on the CD. S c (Previous Folder): Press the pushbutton positioned under the Folder tab to go to the first track in the previous folder.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Once the disc has scanned, the player defaults to playing MP3/WMA files in order by artist. The current artist playing is shown on the second line of the display between the arrows. Once all songs by that artist have played, the player moves to the next artist in alphabetical order on the CD-R or CD-RW and begins playing MP3/WMA files by that artist. If you want to listen to MP3/WMA files by another artist, press the pushbutton located below either arrow button.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Channel Unauth : This channel is blocked or cannot be received with your XM Subscription package. Channel Unavail: This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned. Tune to another station. If this station was one of the presets, choose another station for that preset button. Black plate (102,1) XM Theftlocked: The XM receiver in the vehicle could have previously been in another vehicle. For security purposes, XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Bluetooth® For vehicles equipped with Bluetooth capability, the system can interact with many cell phones, allowing: . Placement and receipt of calls in a hands-free mode. . Sharing of the cell phone’s address book or contact list with the vehicle. To minimize driver distraction, before driving, and with the vehicle parked: . Become familiar with the features of the cell phone.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Noise: Keep interior noise levels to a minimum. The system may not recognize voice commands if there is too much background noise. When to Speak: A short tone sounds after the system responds indicating when it is waiting for a voice command. Wait until the tone and then speak. How to Speak: Speak clearly in a calm and natural voice.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Pairing a Phone 1. Press and hold Black plate (105,1) Listing All Paired and Connected Phones b g for two seconds. 2. Say “Bluetooth.” 3. Say “Pair.” The system responds with instructions and a four‐digit PIN number. The PIN number is used in Step 5. 4. Start the pairing process on the cell phone that you want to pair. For help with this process, see your cell phone manufacturers user guide. 5. Locate the device named “Your Vehicle” in the list on the cell phone.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Connecting to a Different Phone To connect to a different cell phone, the Bluetooth system looks for the next available cell phone in the order in which all the available cell phones were paired. Depending on which cell phone you want to connect to, you may have to use this command several times. 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. 2. Say “Bluetooth.” 3. Say “Change phone.” . If another cell phone is found, the response will be “ is now connected.” .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 After the last digit has been entered, say “Store,” and then follow the directions given by the system to save a name tag for this number. Using the “Delete” Command 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. 2. Say “Delete.” 3. Say the name tag you want to delete. Using the “Delete All Name Tags” Command This command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands Free Calling Directory and the OnStarTurn by Turn Destinations Directory. To delete all name tags: 1.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 If an unwanted number is recognized by the system, say “Clear” at any time to clear the last number. To hear all of the numbers recognized by the system, say “Verify” at any time. 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. Black plate (108,1) Call Waiting Call waiting must be supported on the cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier. . Press b g to answer an incoming call when another call is active. The original call is placed on hold. . Press .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Muting a Call During a call, all sounds from inside the vehicle can be muted so that the person on the other end of the call cannot hear them. b g, and then say “Mute Call.” To cancel mute, press b g, and then say To mute a call, press “Un‐mute Call.” Transferring a Call Audio can be transferred between the Bluetooth system and the cell phone. The cell phone must be paired and connected with the Bluetooth system before a call can be transferred.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (110,1) Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8‑17 for FCC information. The Bluetooth system can send numbers and the numbers stored as name tags during a call. You can use this feature when calling a menu driven phone system. Account numbers can also be stored for use. Theft-Deterrent Feature Sending a Number or Name Tag During a Call 1. Press b g. The system responds “Ready,” followed by a tone.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 c x (Previous/End): Press to go to the previous radio station stored as a favorite, the next track if a CD/ DVD is playing, to reject an incoming call, or end a current call. b g (Mute/Push to Talk): Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with Bluetooth or OnStar ® systems press and hold for longer than two seconds to interact with those systems.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous United States, and in Canada. Just as with FM, tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing the sound to fade in and out. In addition, traveling or standing under heavy foliage, bridges, garages, or tunnels may cause loss of the XM signal for a period of time.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Section 5 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle Defensive Driving Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is to wear the safety belt. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 2‑11. { WARNING: Assume that other road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do and be ready. In addition: .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 For persons under 21, it is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological, and developmental reasons for these laws. The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person's system can make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal cord, or heart.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 allowing realistic following distances eliminates a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life. If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven, brake normally but do not pump the brakes. If the brakes are pumped, the pedal could get harder to push down. If the engine stops, there will still be some power brake assist but it will be used when the brake is applied.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) front of you, there will not be enough time to apply the brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even with ABS. feature will automatically disengage when the brake pedal is released or brake pedal pressure is quickly decreased. Using ABS StabiliTrak® System Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let antilock work.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 driving the vehicle and exceeding 19 mph (30 km/h) for 30 seconds. The StabiliTrak system is off until the light has turned off. This could take up to 15 minutes. The TCS/StabiliTrak warning light on the instrument panel cluster will flash when the system is operating. See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light on page 4‑49 and StabiliTrak® Indicator Light on page 4‑50 for more information. The system may be heard or felt while it is working. This is normal.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (7,1) To turn the system off or on, press and release this button located in front of the shift lever. TCS automatically comes on whenever the vehicle is started. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, always leave the system turned on. TCS can be turned off if needed. The system can be turned on or off at any time by pressing the TCS button.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Steering Power Steering If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, the vehicle can be steered but it will take more effort. Magnetic Speed Variable Assist Steering System This system continuously adjusts the effort felt when steering at all vehicle speeds. It provides ease when parking, yet a firm, solid feel at highway speeds. Steering Tips It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (9,1) Off-Road Recovery The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o'clock positions, it can be turned a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (10,1) Passing Skidding Passing another vehicle on a two-lane road can be dangerous. To reduce the risk of danger while passing: In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible. . Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect a successful pass.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material is on the road. For safety, slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited. While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (12,1) Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Hydroplaning Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep‐standing or flowing water. Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under your vehicle's tires so they actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (13,1) Before Leaving on a Long Trip Highway Hypnosis To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having it serviced by your dealer before departing. Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, find a safe place to park your vehicle and rest. Things to check on your own include: . Windshield Washer Fluid: Reservoir full? Windows clean — inside and outside? Other driving tips include: .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (14,1) Hill and Mountain Roads { WARNING: Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include: . Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. . Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. . Going down steep or long hills, shift to a lower gear.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Winter Driving Driving on Snow or Ice Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. Wet ice can occur at about 0°C (32°F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even less traction. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated with salt or sand. Drive with caution, whatever the condition. Accelerate gently so traction is not lost.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Blizzard Conditions Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, use the Roadside Service on page 8‑6. To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: . Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4‑3. . Tie a red cloth to an outside mirror. { WARNING: Snow can trap engine exhaust under the vehicle. This may cause exhaust gases to get inside.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Repeat this until help arrives but only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. Moving about to keep warm also helps. If it takes some time for help to arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator pedal slightly so the engine runs faster than the idle speed. This keeps the battery charged to restart the vehicle and to signal for help with the headlamps. Do this as little as possible to save fuel.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Loading the Vehicle Black plate (18,1) Tire and Loading Information Label It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory‐installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification label.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the tire size of the original equipment tires (C) and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures (D). For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 6‑48 and Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 6‑57. There is also important loading information on the Certification label.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (20,1) 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. If your vehicle can tow a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” for important information on towing a trailer, towing safety rules, and trailering tips.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (21,1) Example 2 Item A B C Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Weight @ 150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = Example 3 Total Item 1,000 lbs (453 kg) A 750 lbs (340 kg) B 250 lbs (113 kg) C Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = Subtract Occupant Weight @ 200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 0 lbs (0 kg) Refer to your vehicle's Tire and
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle's capacity weight. Certification Label Black plate (22,1) If your vehicle is a Professional Vehicle, the vehicle specific Certification label is provided by the final stage manufacturer. The coach‐builder should be consulted if the final stage manufacturer's label is not present. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR label should be on the driver's door edge.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 If you put things inside your vehicle, like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else, they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. { WARNING: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. . Put things in the trunk of your vehicle. In a trunk, put them as far forward as you can. Try to spread the weight evenly. .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Towing Black plate (24,1) Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing: . Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed. See Roadside Service on page 8‑6. What's the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (25,1) Dinghy Towing Dolly Towing Notice: If the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground, the drivetrain components could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not tow the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. The vehicle can be towed using a dolly. To tow the vehicle using a dolly, follow these steps: The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 5. Remove the key from the ignition. 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. 7. Release the parking brake. Towing a Trailer The Cadillac Professional Vehicle cannot tow a trailer. { WARNING: The driver can lose control when pulling a trailer if the correct equipment is not used or the vehicle is not driven properly. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well — or even at all. The driver and passengers could be seriously injured.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Pulling A Trailer Here are some important points: . . . There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure the rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you will be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police. Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 1,000 miles (1600 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, transmission or other parts could be damaged.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (28,1) Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment. The weight of additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight. Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice, or write us at our Customer Assistance Offices. See Customer Assistance Offices on page 8‑5 for more information.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Hitches It is important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why the right hitch is needed. Here are some rules to follow: . . The rear bumper on the vehicle is not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches to it. Use only a frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 During the trip, check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working. Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving the vehicle without a trailer. This can help to avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing More passing distance is needed when towing a trailer.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Driving on Grades Notice: Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding 9.6 km (6 miles). Extended, higher than normal engine and transmission temperatures may result and damage the vehicle. Frequent stops are very important to allow the engine and transmission to cool. Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downgrade.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: . start the engine, . shift into a gear, and . release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Black plate (32,1) Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7‑3 for more information.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Section 6 Black plate (1,1) Service and Appearance Care Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 California Proposition 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 Doing Your Own Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Section 6 Black plate (2,1) Service and Appearance Care Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Different Size Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Service Accessories and Modifications For service and parts needs, visit your dealer. You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems, many fluids, and some component wear by-products contain and/or emit these chemicals.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 This vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 2‑66. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Maintenance Record on page 7‑13. Black plate (5,1) Look for the TOP TIER label on the fuel pump to ensure gasoline meets enhanced detergency standards developed by auto companies.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Gasoline Octane Use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or higher. You can also use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher, but the vehicle's acceleration could be slightly reduced, and a slight audible knocking noise, commonly referred to as spark knock, might be heard. If the octane is less than 87, you might notice a heavy knocking noise when you drive.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (7,1) California Fuel Additives If the vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. See the underhood emission control label. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California Emissions Standards, the vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance might be affected.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines might be available in your area. We recommend that you use these gasolines, if they comply with the specifications described earlier. However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing more than 10% ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were not designed for those fuels. Notice: This vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing methanol.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (9,1) Filling the Tank { WARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island. Turn off the engine when refueling. Do not smoke near fuel or when refueling the vehicle. Do not use cellular phones. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from fuel. Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling the vehicle.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (10,1) { WARNING: Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way. To open the fuel door, push the rearward center edge in and release and it will open.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 The TIGHTEN GAS CAP message displays on the Driver Information Center (DIC) if the fuel cap is not properly installed. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4‑62 for more information. { WARNING: If a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant. Leave the area immediately. Notice: If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get the right type.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Checking Things Under the Hood { WARNING: An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. 6-12 Black plate (12,1) { WARNING: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (13,1) Hood Release To lift the hood: 1. Pull the hood release lever with this symbol on it. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever, located near the center of the hood. Move the release lever up and to the right to raise the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly. Then pull the hood down and close it firmly.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (14,1) Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood, here is what you will see: 4.6L L37 Engine shown, 4.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 A. Underhood Fuse Block on page 6‑103. B. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump Starting on page 6‑38. C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 6‑32. Black plate (15,1) Engine Oil To ensure proper engine performance and long life, careful attention must be paid to engine oil. Following these simple, but important steps will help protect your investment: .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Checking Engine Oil Black plate (16,1) When to Add Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to get an accurate reading, the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6‑14 for the location of the engine oil dipstick. Obtaining an accurate oil level reading is essential: 1.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when through. Selecting the Right Engine Oil Selecting the right engine oil depends on both the proper oil specification and viscosity grade: Specification Use and ask for engine oils with the dexos™ certification mark. Oils meeting the requirements of the vehicle should have the dexos certification mark on the container.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Viscosity Grade SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity grade for the vehicle. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W‐30, 10W‐40, or 20W-50. Black plate (18,1) always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. See “Specification” earlier in this section for more information. Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes Do not add anything to the oil.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change is indicated can vary considerably. For the oil life system to work properly, the system must be reset every time the oil is changed.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/ Filter Black plate (20,1) To inspect or replace the filter: Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the scheduled maintenance intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each 50,000 mile (80 000 km) interval. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7‑3 for more information. If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil change.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 To reinstall the cover: 1. Align the two hinges located on the inboard side of the cover. 2. Push the cover slightly down and towards the engine to engage the tabs in the hinges and align the two screws. 3. Tighten the two screws on the top of the engine air cleaner/filter cover.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealer service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. Notice: Too much or too little fluid can damage the transmission. Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 2. After removing the engine air cleaner/filter assembly to reach the transmission fluid cap, turn the cap counterclockwise to remove. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 3. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds, and then pull it back out again. Black plate (23,1) How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (24,1) Cooling System The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. 4.6L L37 Engine shown, 4.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 A. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fans { WARNING: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. { WARNING: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 What to Use { WARNING: Adding only plain water or some other liquid to the cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water and other liquids, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. The coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, the engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning. The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 coolant recovery tank, but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done. See Engine Coolant on page 6‑25 for more information. How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank { WARNING: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. Notice: This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (28,1) Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise. If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left. 2. Keep turning the cap and remove it. 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the FULL COLD mark on the side of the coolant surge tank. 4.6L L37 Engine shown, 4.6L LD8 Engine similar 4.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured. If coolant is needed, add the proper DEX-COOL ® coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank. Engine Overheating The vehicle has several indicators to warn of engine overheating. There is an engine temperature warning light and/or gauge on the instrument panel cluster.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment { WARNING: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood. If you keep driving when the vehicles engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch fire.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 If the temperature overheat gauge is no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer displays, the vehicle can be driven. Continue to drive the vehicle slow for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe vehicle distance from the vehicle in front. If the warning does not come back on, continue to drive normally. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park the vehicle right away. If there is no sign of steam, idle the engine for three minutes while parked.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (32,1) How to Check Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid To check the power steering fluid: What to Use 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. 3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. When the vehicle needs windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions before use.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Notice: . When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water. . Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage the washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water does not clean as well as washer fluid. . Fill the washer fluid tank only three-quarters full when it is very cold.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Do not top off the brake fluid. Adding fluid does not correct a leak. If fluid is added when the linings are worn, there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed. Add or remove brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. { WARNING: If too much brake fluid is added, it can spill on the engine and burn, if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and the vehicle could be damaged.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Brake Wear This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound can come and go or be heard all the time the vehicle is moving, except when applying the brake pedal firmly. Black plate (35,1) Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Battery Refer to the replacement number on the original battery label when a new battery is needed. { DANGER: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. The battery is under the rear seat cushion. To access the battery, see Rear Underseat Fuse Block on page 6‑106.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (37,1) Vehicle Storage { WARNING: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you are not careful. See Jump Starting on page 6‑38 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt. Infrequent Usage: Remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down. Extended Storage: Remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Jump Starting For more information about the vehicle battery, see Battery on page 6‑36. If the vehicle's battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely. { WARNING: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: . They contain acid that can burn you. . They contain gas that can explode or ignite. . They contain enough electricity to burn you.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (39,1) Notice: If the radio or other accessories are left on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the warranty. Always turn off the radio and other accessories when jump starting the vehicle. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlets. Turn off the radio and all lamps that are not needed.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 A second remote positive (+) terminal is located on the rear underseat fuse block. The remote negative (−) terminal is located behind the power steering pulley, near the engine cover. It is marked GND (−). You will not see the battery of your vehicle under the hood. It is located under the rear passenger's seat. You will not need to access the battery for jump starting. The remote terminals are for that purpose.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 { WARNING: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) or to a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal. Black plate (42,1) To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Headlamp Aiming Black plate (43,1) The vehicle should: . Be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft. (7.6 m) from a light colored wall. . Have all four tires on a level surface which is level all the way to the wall. . Be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall. . Not have any snow, ice, or mud on it. If oncoming vehicles flash their high beams at you, this may also mean the vertical aim needs to be adjusted. .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (44,1) To adjust the vertical aim: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 6‑13 for more information. 4. At a wall, measure from the ground upward (A) to the recorded distance from Step 3 and mark it. 5. Draw or tape a horizontal line (B) the width of the vehicle at the wall where it was marked in Step 4. 2. Find the center line running through the lens of the headlamp. 3.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 7. Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws. They are located under the hood near each headlamp assembly. First lift the flap to access either of them. Each one is the top outboard screw by the “V” on the cover panel next to the aiming flap. Black plate (45,1) 9. Make sure that the light from the headlamp is positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line. The lamp on the left (A) shows the correct headlamp aim.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Bulb Replacement It is recommended that all bulbs be replaced by your dealer. High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting { WARNING: The low beam high intensity discharge lighting system operates at a very high voltage. If you try to service any of the system components, you could be seriously injured. Have your dealer or a qualified technician service them.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (47,1) 4. Install the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm and firmly press down on the clip to snap it into place. To remove and replace the wiper blade element: 1. The wiper blade element has two notches at one end which are engaged by the bottom claw set of the wiper blade. At the notched end of the wiper blade, pull the wiper blade element from the wiper blade assembly. 2.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your vehicle Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer. { WARNING: . Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. . Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much flexing.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. Black plate (49,1) (B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Specification): Original equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 (G) Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit : Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load. For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 6‑57 and Loading the Vehicle on page 5‑18. Black plate (50,1) (A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of approximately 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be driven at speeds over 65 mph (105 km/h).
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (51,1) (E) Tire Inflation: The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 60 psi (420 kPa). For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 6‑57 and Spare Tire on page 6‑93. (F) Tire Size : A combination of letters and numbers define a tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (52,1) (B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Specification): Original equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines. (G) Single Tire Maximum Load: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used as a single.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (53,1) (C) Aspect Ratio: A two‐digit number that indicates the tire height‐to‐width measurements. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 60, as shown in item C of the illustration, it would mean that the tire's sidewall is 60 percent as high as it is wide. (D) Construction Code: A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 (D) Construction Code: A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. The letter R means radial ply construction; the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction; and the letter B means belted‐bias ply construction. (E) Rim Diameter : Diameter of the wheel in inches. (F) Load Range : Load Range. (G) Service Description: The service description indicates the load index and speed rating of a tire.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 DOT Markings: A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) motor vehicle safety standards. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer, production plant, brand, and date of production. GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. See Loading the Vehicle on page 5‑18.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Recommended Inflation Pressure : Vehicle manufacturer's recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard. See Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 6‑57 and Loading the Vehicle on page 5‑18. Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Inflation - Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively. Notice: Neither tire underinflation nor overinflation is good. Underinflated tires, or tires that do not have enough air, can result in: . Tire overloading and over-heating which could lead to a blowout. . Premature or irregular wear. . Poor handling. . Reduced fuel economy. Overinflated tires, or tires that have too much air, can result in: . Unusual wear. .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (58,1) How to Check Professional Vehicle Use a good quality pocket-type gauge to check tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are under‐inflated. Check the tire's inflation pressure when the tires are cold. Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 High-Speed Operation { WARNING: Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher, puts an additional strain on tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat build up and can cause sudden tire failure. You could have a crash and you or others could be killed. Some high-speed rated tires require inflation pressure adjustment for high speed operation.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under‐inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (61,1) Tire Pressure Monitor Operation This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists. TPMS sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly, excluding the spare tire and wheel assembly. The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in the tires and transmits the tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Your vehicle's TPMS can warn you about a low tire pressure condition but it does not replace normal tire maintenance. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6‑64 and Tires on page 6‑48. Notice: Tire sealant materials are not all the same. A non-approved tire sealant could damage the TPMS sensors. TPMS sensor damage caused by using an incorrect tire sealant is not covered by the vehicle warranty.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 . Operating electronic devices or being near facilities using radio wave frequencies similar to the TPMS could cause the TPMS sensors to malfunction. If the TPMS is not functioning properly, it cannot detect or signal a low tire condition. See your dealer for service if the TPMS malfunction light and DIC message comes on and stays on. TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 9. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. 10. Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label. Tire Inspection and Rotation We recommend that you regularly inspect your vehicle's tires, including the spare tire, for signs of wear or damage. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 6‑67 for more information. Always remove the tires if any of the following statements are true: .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Four‐Tire Rotation Pattern If your vehicle has a compact spare tire, it should not be included in the tire rotation process. Use the four‐tire rotation pattern shown. Black plate (65,1) Five‐Tire Rotation Pattern A five‐tire rotation pattern may be used for your professional vehicle, if it has a full‐size spare tire and wheel assembly that matches the original equipment tires and wheels in size, type and brand. The correct five‐tire rotation pattern is shown.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Loading the Vehicle on page 5‑18. Vehicles that have the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will need to have the sensors reset after a tire rotation is performed. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 6‑59. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (67,1) When It Is Time for New Tires Various factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road conditions influence when you need new tires. One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6‑64 for additional information.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for your vehicle. The original equipment tires installed on your vehicle, when it was new, were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) system rating. If you need replacement tires, GM strongly recommends that you get tires with the same TPC Spec rating.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 WARNING: (Continued) wheels. Because they were designed and developed for use on your vehicle, it is all right to drive your vehicle with the compact spare installed properly. Compact spare tires are designed for temporary use only. See Spare Tire on page 6‑93. { WARNING: Using bias-ply tires on the vehicle may cause the wheel rim flanges to develop cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and/ or wheel could fail suddenly and cause a crash.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (70,1) Different Size Tires and Wheels Uniform Tire Quality Grading If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires, this may affect the way your vehicle performs, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, stability, and resistance to rollover.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Requirements In Addition To These Grades. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1½) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling to one side or the other, the alignment might need to be checked.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Used Replacement Wheels Black plate (73,1) Tire Chains { WARNING: { WARNING: Replacing a wheel with a used one is dangerous. How it has been used or how far it has been driven may be unknown. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. When replacing wheels, use a new GM original equipment wheel. Do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle's tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a blowout, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire creates a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit { WARNING: Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has no fresh air ventilation. For more information, see Engine Exhaust on page 3‑32.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (76,1) Read and follow all of the tire sealant and compressor kit instructions. The kit includes: Tire Sealant Read and follow the safe handling instructions on the label adhered to the compressor. Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister. The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date. Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer. See “Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister” following.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a Punctured Tire Follow the directions closely for correct sealant usage. Black plate (77,1) See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 6‑74 for other important safety warnings. Do not remove any objects that have penetrated the tire. 1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage location. See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage on page 6‑82. 2.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor. 8. Turn the selector switch (B) clockwise to the Sealant + Air position. 9. Press the on/off (A) button to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit on. The compressor will inject sealant and air into the tire. The pressure gauge (D) will initially show a high pressure while the compressor pushes the sealant into the tire.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 16. If the flat tire was able to inflate to the recommended inflation pressure, remove the maximum speed label from the sealant canister and place it in a highly visible location. Do not exceed the speed on this label until the damaged tire is repaired or replaced. 17. Return the equipment to its original storage location in the vehicle.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not Punctured) To use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air only and not sealant: Black plate (80,1) See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 6‑74 for other important safety warnings. 1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage location. See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage on page 6‑82. 2. Unwrap the air only hose (E) and the power plug (G). 3.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (81,1) 8. Turn the selector switch (B) counterclockwise to the Air Only position. 15. Place the equipment in the original storage location in the vehicle. 9. Press the on/off (A) button to turn the compressor on. Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister The compressor will inflate the tire with air only. 10. Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gauge (D).
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 6. Screw the connector (B) to the canister (A). 7. Slide the plastic cover back on. Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage The tire sealant and compressor kit is located in the trunk. Black plate (82,1) To store the tire sealant and compressor kit, reverse the steps. 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.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (83,1) WARNING: (Continued) 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. 4. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. To be even more certain the vehicle will not move, you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That would be the tire, on the other side, at the opposite end of the vehicle.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (84,1) Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment needed is in the trunk. To access the equipment: 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 3‑11 for more information. 2. Press the area at the front of the handle located on the cover so that the back edge raises. 6-84 3. Grab the handle and remove the cover.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 4. Turn the wing nut to remove the retainer that holds the wrench and jack. Black plate (85,1) The tools to be used are the jack (A) and the wheel wrench (B). 5. Remove the wheel wrench, jack and spare tire from the trunk. See Spare Tire on page 6‑93 for more information.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Black plate (86,1) remove it with your hands. Then loosen the wheel nuts with the wheel wrench. Do not remove them yet. 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6‑82 for more information. 3. For models with exposed lug nuts, loosen them using the wheel wrench. Do not remove them yet. 2.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (87,1) { WARNING: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. { WARNING: 4. Find the jacking location from the diagram above and use the corresponding cutouts located in the plastic molding. The front location is (A) 8.5 inches (21 cm) from the rear edge of the front wheel well, and the rear location (B) is 3.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 6. Raise the jack until the metal flange fits firmly into the channel of the jack head. 7. Put the spare tire near you. Black plate (88,1) 8. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the spare tire to fit under the vehicle. 9. Remove all wheel nuts and the flat tire.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (89,1) 10. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces, and spare wheel. 11. Place the spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. { WARNING: Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle's wheel could fall off, causing a crash. { WARNING: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (90,1) { WARNING: Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off. The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification after replacing. Follow the torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts. See Capacities and Specifications on page 6‑111 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications. 13.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (91,1) Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools { WARNING: 5-Wheel Nuts 8-Wheel Nuts 14. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. If your vehicle is equipped with wheel nut covers, screw the nut covers on with your fingers, then tighten one-quarter turn with the wheel wrench. Notice: Wheel covers will not fit on the vehicle's compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare, the cover or the spare could be damaged.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (92,1) A. Cover B. Wing Nut C. Retainer D. Jack and Wheel Wrench E. Jack Container F. Spare Tire G. Bolt 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 3‑11. 2. Reinstall the spare tire (F), face down, making sure to line up the wheel center hole with the bolt (G) and place it on the compartment floor. 3. Insert the jack container (E) into the spare tire (F).
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Spare Tire Compact Spare Tire { WARNING: Driving with more than one compact spare tire at a time could result in loss of braking and handling. This could lead to a crash and you or others could be injured. Use only one compact spare tire at a time. This vehicle may have a compact spare tire. Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when the vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa).
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 After installing the spare tire on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare is correctly inflated. Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced as soon as you can and installed back onto your vehicle. This way, a spare tire will be available in case you need it again. Your vehicle may have a different size spare tire than the road tire originally installed on your vehicle.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Products that remove odors from the upholstery and clean the glass can be obtained from your dealer. Do not clean the vehicle using: . A knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface. . A stiff brush. It can cause damage to the interior surfaces. . Heavy pressure or aggressive rubbing with a cleaning cloth. Use of heavy pressure can damage the interior and does not improve the effectiveness of soil removal. .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 After the cleaning process has been completed, a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture from the fabric or carpet. Leather Leather, and lighter colored leather in particular, will need more frequent cleaning to prevent the buildup of dust, dirt, and colors transferred from other items so that these do not become permanent stains. To remove dust, a soft cloth dampened with water can be used.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt. Never use spot lifters or removers on plastic surfaces.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold, damp weather frequent application may be required. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7‑9. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve the vehicle's finish is to keep it clean by washing it often.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Notice: Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may damage it. Use only non-abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish on the vehicle. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage the vehicle's finish if they remain on painted surfaces.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim The vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. Notice: 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.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (101,1) Tires Underbody Maintenance To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (102,1) Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) This label, on the spare tire cover, has the following information: . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). . Model designation. . Paint information. . Production options and special equipment. Do not remove this label from the vehicle. This legal identifier is in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver side.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (103,1) The vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 2‑66 and Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 2‑67. Fuses and Circuit Breakers Headlamp Wiring Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Fuses 1 2 3 4 6-104 Usage Engine Control Module (ECM), Crank Fuel Injectors Odd Fuel Injectors Even Air Conditioning Clutch Black plate (104,1) Fuses 5 6 7 8 Usage Air Injection Reactor (AIR) Solenoid Oxygen Sensor Emission Device Transmission, Ignition 1
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Fuses 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Usage Engine Control Module (ECM), Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Climate Control System, Instrument Panel Cluster Ignition 1 Airbag System Horn Windshield Wiper Fog Lamps Right High-Beam Headlamp Left High-Beam Headlamp Left Low-Beam Headlamp Right Low-Beam Headlamp Windshield Washer Pump Motor Left Front Cornering Lamp Right Front Cornering Lamp Air Pump (J-Case) Antilock Brake System (ABS) (J-Case) Black plate (105,1)
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (106,1) Rear Underseat Fuse Block The rear fuse block is located under the rear seat on the driver side. The rear seat cushion must be removed to access the rear fuse block. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Removing the Rear Seat Cushion Notice: If you touch the exposed wires with the metal on the seat cushion, you could cause a short that could damage the battery and or wires.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (107,1) To reinstall the rear seat cushion, do the following: WARNING: (Continued) will not be there to work for the next passenger. The person sitting in that position could be badly injured. After reinstalling the seat cushion, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and are not twisted. 1. Buckle the center passenger position safety belt, then route the safety belts through the proper slots in the seat cushion.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Fuses 1 2 3 4 6-108 Usage Fuel Pump Left Park Lamp Run 3 - Rear Blower Right Park Lamp Black plate (108,1) Fuses 5 6 7 Usage Engine Control Module (ECM)/ Transmission Control Module (TCM) Memory Module Right Park Lamp (optional)
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Fuses 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Usage Steering Wheel Illumination Front Heated/Cooled Seat Module Run 2 - Heated/Cooled Seats Rear Heated Seat Module RPA Module PASS-Key® III System Unlock/Lock Module Magnetic Ride Control Not Used Sunroof Body Control Module (BCM) Dim Body Control Module (BCM) Run 1-Heated Steering Wheel Ignition Switch Driver Door Module Rear Lumbar Electronic Leveling Control Module Body Control Module (Left Turn Signal)
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Fuses 47 48 49 Resistor 50 Relays 51 52 53 58 59 60 61 6-110 Usage Electronic Leveling Control Compressor (J-Case) Blower (J-Case) (optional) Blower (J-Case) (optional) Usage Terminating Resistor Usage Front Blower (optional) Rear Defogger Electronic Leveling Control Compressor Park Lamps Fuel Pump License Plate Lamp (optional) Right Park Lamp (optional) Black plate (110,1) Relays 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 Circuit Breakers 54 55 56 57 Usage Unlock Lock Run Not Used D
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (111,1) Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7‑9 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Air Conditioning Refrigerant Cooling System 12.6 qt 12.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 2 NOTES 6-112 Black plate (112,1)
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Section 7 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Owner Checks and Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 7-2 7-3 7-7 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 Maintenance Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Maintenance Schedule Black plate (2,1) The maintenance schedule is for vehicles that: . carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Loading the Vehicle on page 5‑18. . are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. . use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 6‑6.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) At your dealer, you can be certain that you will receive the highest level of service available. Your dealer has specially trained service technicians, uses genuine replacement parts, as well as, up‐to‐date tools and equipment to ensure fast and accurate diagnostics. Scheduled Maintenance The proper replacement parts, fluids, and lubricants to use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7‑9 and Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 7‑11.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Every Engine Oil Change . Change engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil on page 6‑15 and Engine Oil Life System on page 6‑19. An Emission Control Service. Black plate (4,1) . Fluids visual leak check (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). A leak in any system must be repaired and the fluid level checked. . Engine air cleaner filter inspection. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 6‑19. .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Additional Required Services Every 12 000 km/7,500 Miles . Rotate tires. Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km/7,500 miles. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6‑64. At Each Fuel Stop . Engine oil level check. See Engine Oil on page 6‑15. . Engine coolant level check. See Engine Coolant on page 6‑25. . Windshield washer fluid level check. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 6‑32. Once a Month . Tire inflation pressures check.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (6,1) First Engine Oil Change After Every 40 000 km/25,000 Miles . Passenger compartment air filter replacement (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). More frequent replacement may be needed if you drive in areas with heavy traffic, areas with poor air quality, or areas with high dust levels. Replacement may also be needed if you notice reduced air flow, windows fogging up, or odors.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Owner Checks and Services Starter Switch Check { WARNING: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. Black plate (7,1) Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check { WARNING: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle. 1.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift lever position. . The ignition should turn to LOCK/OFF only when the shift lever is in P (Park). . The ignition key should come out only in LOCK/OFF. Contact your dealer if service is required. Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission P (Park) Mechanism Check { WARNING: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could begin to move.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (9,1) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Usage Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges 7-10 Black plate (10,1) Fluid/Lubricant Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Usage Weatherstrip Conditioning Fluid/Lubricant Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (11,1) Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified here by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Element Engine Oil Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element Spark Plugs Wiper Blades Driver Side ‐ 21.7 in (55.0 cm) Passenger Side ‐ 21.7 in (55.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Engine Drive Belt Routing 4.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (13,1) Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (14,1) Maintenance Record (cont.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (15,1) Maintenance Record (cont.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (16,1) Maintenance Record (cont.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Section 8 Black plate (1,1) Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance and Information . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2 Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5 Customer Assistance Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolved by the dealer's sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days. If you do not agree with the decision given in your case, you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you. You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll-free telephone number or write them at the following address: BBB Auto Line Program Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (4,1) Online Owner Center My GM Canada (Canada) www.gm.ca Cadillac Owner Center (U.S.) www.cadillacownercenter.com My GM Canada is a password-protected section of www.gm.ca where you can save information on GM vehicles, get personalized offers, and use handy tools and forms with greater ease. Information and services customized for your specific vehicle — all in one convenient place. . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Cadillac by dialing: 1-800-833-2622. TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. Customer Assistance Offices Cadillac encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center Av. Ejercito Nacional #843 Col. Granada C.P. 11520, Mexico, D.F. 01-800-466-0805 Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0805 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program Black plate (6,1) For more information on the limited offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Coverage Black plate (7,1) . 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 also given when the vehicle is stuck in the sand, mud, or snow. . Flat Tire Change: Service to change a flat tire with spare tire. The spare tire, if equipped, must be in good condition and properly inflated.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Cadillac Technician Roadside Service (U.S. only) Black plate (8,1) Services Specific to Canadian‐Purchased Vehicles Cadillac's exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac owner in the United States with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and, where available, a Cadillac trained dealer technician who can provide on-site service. . Fuel delivery: Reimbursement is approximately $5 Canadian.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Scheduling Service Appointments When the vehicle requires warranty service, contact the dealer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising the service consultant of your transportation needs, the dealer can help minimize your inconvenience. If the vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety related.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (10,1) for U.S. customers, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available. Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. See the dealer for information regarding the allowance amounts for reimbursement of fuel or other transportation costs.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with the same materials and construction methods as the parts with which your vehicle was originally built. Genuine GM Collision parts are your best choice to ensure that your vehicle's designed appearance, durability, and safety are preserved. The use of Genuine GM parts can help maintain your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Recycled original equipment parts may also be used for repair.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 If your vehicle is leased, the leasing company may require you to have insurance that ensures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts. Read your lease carefully, as you may be charged at the end of your lease for poor quality repairs. If a Crash Occurs If there has been an injury, call emergency services for help. Do not leave the scene of a crash until all matters have been taken care of.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Remember, if your vehicle is leased, you may be obligated to have the vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts, even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost. If another party's insurance company is paying for the repairs, you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company's collision policy repair limits, as you have no contractual limits with that company.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, notify General Motors. Call 1-800-458-8006, or write: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (15,1) ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com. Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle’s performance and how it is driven.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Event Data Recorders This vehicle has an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle's systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (17,1) Navigation System Radio Frequency Statement If the vehicle has a navigation system, use of the system may result in the storage of destinations, addresses, telephone numbers, and other trip information. Refer to the navigation system operating manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions.
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 2 NOTES 8-18 Black plate (18,1)
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) A Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-3 Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23 Accessory Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31 Adaptive Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14 Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-102 Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Audio System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-83 Audio Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-110 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-102 Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-111 Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Care of Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-97 CD, MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-97 Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-52 Center Flex Storage Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-52 Center Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-75 Content Theft-Deterrent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3 Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-54 Coolant Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25 Engine Temperature Gauge . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Driving (cont.) Highway Hypnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14 In Rain and on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 F Filter, Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19 Finish Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-101 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10 Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3 Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-74 Changing . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (7,1) H Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2 Headlamp Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-103 Headlamps Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-43 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 L Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-49 Lamps Cornering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28 Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29 Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28 Footwell . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (9,1) M N Magnetic Ride Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13 Maintenance Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11 Owner Checks and Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Outlet Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38 Outlets Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36 Convex Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36 Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36 Power Foldaway Mirrors .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (11,1) R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17 Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17 Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-87 Radios Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-102 Reception . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 S Safety Belts Care of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-97 Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-31 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Lap Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29 Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24 Reminders .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5 Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-93 Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-86 Removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-84 Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-48 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels, Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-100 Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-68 Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-73 Changing a Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (15,1) Transmission Fluid, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21 Transmission Operation, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26 Transportation Program, Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9 Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11 Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011 W Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . 4-42 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-62 Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Safety and Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-72 Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
