2017 Cadillac Cts Owner's Manual
Year:
2017
Make:
Cadillac
Model:
Cts
Rating:
Table of Contents
Contents
2
Introduction
3
Canadian Vehicle Owners
3
Using this Manual
3
Danger, Warning, and Caution
4
Symbols
4
In Brief
6
Instrument Panel
7
Initial Drive Information
9
Stop/Start System
9
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
9
Remote Vehicle Start
9
Door Locks
10
Trunk
10
Windows
11
Seat Adjustment
11
Memory Features
14
Heated and Ventilated Seats
14
Head Restraint Adjustment
15
Safety Belts
15
Passenger Sensing System
16
Mirror Adjustment
16
Steering Wheel Adjustment
17
Interior Lighting
17
Exterior Lighting
18
Windshield Wiper/Washer
19
Climate Controls
19
Transmission
20
Starting the Engine
21
Vehicle Features
21
Infotainment System
21
Steering Wheel Controls
21
Cruise Control
21
Driver Information Center (DIC)
22
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
22
Forward Automatic Braking (FAB)
22
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
23
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
23
Surround Vision (CTS Only)
23
Curb View Camera (CTS-V Only)
23
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
23
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System
24
Parking Assist
24
Automatic Parking Assist (APA)
24
Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB)
24
Power Outlets
24
Universal Remote System
25
Sunroof
25
Performance and Maintenance
26
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
26
Tire Pressure Monitor
26
Fuel (LGX 3.6L V6 Engine)
26
Fuel (LTG 2.0L L4 Engine)
27
Fuel (LF3 3.6L V6 Twin Turbo and LT4 6.2L V8 Engines)
27
E85 or FlexFuel
27
Engine Oil Life System
27
Car Wash Guidelines
28
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
28
Roadside Service
28
Keys, Doors, and Windows
29
Keys and Locks
29
Keys
29
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
30
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
30
Remote Vehicle Start
36
Door Locks
38
Power Door Locks
40
Delayed Locking
40
Automatic Door Locks
40
Lockout Protection
40
Safety Locks
41
Doors
42
Trunk
42
Vehicle Security
44
Vehicle Alarm System
44
Immobilizer
45
Immobilizer Operation
45
Exterior Mirrors
46
Convex Mirrors
46
Manual Mirrors
46
Power Mirrors
46
Folding Mirrors
47
Heated Mirrors
47
Automatic Dimming Mirror
47
Reverse Tilt Mirrors
47
Interior Mirrors
47
Interior Rearview Mirrors
47
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
47
Rear Camera Mirror
47
Windows
49
Power Windows
50
Sun Visors
51
Rear Window Sunshade
52
Roof
52
Sunroof
52
Seats and Restraints
54
Head Restraints
55
Front Seats
56
Power Seat Adjustment
56
Lumbar Adjustment
58
Thigh Support Adjustment
59
Reclining Seatbacks
59
Memory Seats
60
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
62
Rear Seats
63
Heated Rear Seats
65
Rear Seat Pass-Through Door
66
Safety Belts
66
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
67
Lap-Shoulder Belt
68
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
71
Safety Belt Extender
72
Safety System Check
72
Safety Belt Care
72
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash
73
Airbag System
73
Where Are the Airbags?
75
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
76
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
77
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
78
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
78
Passenger Sensing System
79
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
83
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
84
Airbag System Check
84
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
85
Child Restraints
85
Older Children
85
Infants and Young Children
87
Child Restraint Systems
89
Where to Put the Restraint
90
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
91
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
97
Securing Child Restraints (With the Safety Belt in the Rear Seat)
97
Securing Child Restraints (With the Safety Belt in the Front Seat)
99
Storage
103
Storage Compartments
103
Instrument Panel Storage
103
Glove Box
103
Cupholders
104
Armrest Storage
104
Center Console Storage
104
Additional Storage Features
105
Cargo Tie-Downs
105
Convenience Net
105
Instruments and Controls
106
Controls
107
Steering Wheel Adjustment
107
Steering Wheel Controls
108
Heated Steering Wheel
108
Horn
108
Windshield Wiper/Washer
108
Compass
110
Clock
110
Power Outlets
111
Wireless Charging
113
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
114
Instrument Cluster
115
Speedometer
118
Odometer
118
Trip Odometer
119
Tachometer
119
Fuel Gauge
119
Boost Gauge (Performance Configuration Only)
120
Engine Oil Temperature Gauge (Performance Configuration Only)
121
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
122
Safety Belt Reminders
122
Airbag Readiness Light
123
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
124
Charging System Light
125
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
125
Brake System Warning Light
127
Parking Brake Light
127
Service Electric Parking Brake Light
127
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
128
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light
128
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
129
Traction Off Light
129
StabiliTrak® OFF Light
129
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light
129
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
130
Tire Pressure Light
130
Engine Oil Pressure Light
131
Low Fuel Warning Light
131
Auto Stop Mode (Uplevel Cluster Only)
131
Security Light
131
High-Beam On Light
132
Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) Light
132
Lamps On Reminder
132
Cruise Control Light
132
Door Ajar Light
133
Information Displays
133
Driver Information Center (DIC)
133
Head-Up Display (HUD)
136
Vehicle Messages
140
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages
140
Brake System Messages
140
Compass Messages
141
Cruise Control Messages
141
Door Ajar Messages
141
Engine Cooling System Messages
142
Engine Oil Messages
142
Engine Power Messages
143
Fuel System Messages
143
Key and Lock Messages
143
Lamp Messages
143
Object Detection System Messages
144
Ride Control System Messages
146
Airbag System Messages
148
Safety Belt Messages
148
Security Messages
149
Service Vehicle Messages
149
Starting the Vehicle Messages
149
Tire Messages
149
Transmission Messages
150
Vehicle Reminder Messages
150
Vehicle Speed Messages
150
Washer Fluid Messages
151
Vehicle Personalization
151
Universal Remote System
158
Universal Remote System Programming
158
Universal Remote System Operation
160
Lighting
162
Exterior Lighting
162
Exterior Lamp Controls
162
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
164
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
164
Flash-to-Pass
164
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
164
Automatic Headlamp System
165
Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL)
165
Hazard Warning Flashers
166
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
166
Interior Lighting
167
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
167
Courtesy Lamps
167
Dome Lamps
167
Reading Lamps
167
Lighting Features
168
Entry Lighting
168
Exit Lighting
168
Battery Load Management
168
Battery Power Protection
169
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
169
Infotainment System
170
Introduction
170
Infotainment
170
Performance Data Recorder (PDR)
170
Climate Controls
181
Climate Control Systems
181
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
181
Rear Climate Control System
186
Air Vents
188
Maintenance
189
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
189
Service
189
Driving and Operating
190
Driving Information
191
Distracted Driving
191
Defensive Driving
192
Drunk Driving
192
Control of a Vehicle
192
Braking
192
Steering
193
Off-Road Recovery
193
Loss of Control
194
Track Events and Competitive Driving
194
Driving on Wet Roads
198
Hill and Mountain Roads
199
Winter Driving
200
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
201
Vehicle Load Limits
201
Starting and Operating
205
New Vehicle Break-In
205
Composite Materials
205
Ignition Positions
206
Starting the Engine
207
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
209
Engine Coolant Heater
209
Shifting Into Park
211
Shifting out of Park
211
Parking over Things That Burn
212
Extended Parking
212
Engine Exhaust
213
Running the Vehicle While Parked
213
Automatic Transmission
214
Manual Mode
216
Drive Systems
217
All-Wheel Drive
217
Brakes
217
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
217
Electric Parking Brake
218
Brake Assist
219
Ride Control Systems
220
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
220
Driver Mode Control
221
Competitive Driving Mode (V-Sport and V-Series Only)
224
Limited-Slip Differential (Except V-Sport and V-Series)
227
Limited-Slip Differential (V-Sport and V-Series Only)
227
Cruise Control
228
Adaptive Cruise Control
230
Driver Assistance Systems
237
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
238
Assistance Systems for Driving
245
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
245
Forward Automatic Braking (FAB)
247
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
248
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
249
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
251
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
251
Fuel
252
California Fuel Requirements
253
Fuels in Foreign Countries
254
Fuel Additives
254
Filling the Tank
254
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
255
Trailer Towing
256
General Towing Information
256
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
256
Trailer Towing (V6 Engine)
259
Towing Equipment (V6 Engine)
260
Towing Equipment (L4, V-Series, and Twin Turbo)
260
Conversions and Add-Ons
261
Add-On Electrical Equipment
261
Vehicle Care
262
General Information
263
California Proposition 65 Warning
263
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
263
Accessories and Modifications
263
Vehicle Checks
264
Doing Your Own Service Work
264
Hood
264
Engine Compartment Overview
266
Engine Oil
273
Engine Oil Life System
275
Automatic Transmission Fluid
276
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
277
Cooling System
278
Engine Coolant
280
Engine Overheating
283
Washer Fluid
285
Brakes
285
Brake Fluid
286
Battery - North America
287
All-Wheel Drive
288
Starter Switch Check
289
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
289
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
290
Wiper Blade Replacement
290
Windshield Replacement
291
Headlamp Aiming
291
Bulb Replacement
291
Halogen Bulbs
291
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting
292
LED Lighting
292
Back-Up Lamps
292
License Plate Lamp
293
Replacement Bulbs
293
Electrical System
294
Electrical System Overload
294
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
294
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
295
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
298
Rear Compartment Fuse Block
300
Wheels and Tires
303
Tires
303
All-Season Tires
304
Winter Tires
304
Run-Flat Tires
304
Low-Profile Tires
305
Summer Tires
305
Tire Sidewall Labeling
306
Tire Designations
307
Tire Terminology and Definitions
308
Tire Pressure
310
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
311
Tire Pressure Monitor System
312
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
313
Tire Inspection
315
Tire Rotation
316
When It Is Time for New Tires
317
Buying New Tires
318
Different Size Tires and Wheels
319
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
319
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
321
Wheel Replacement
321
Tire Chains
322
If a Tire Goes Flat
322
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
324
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
330
Jump Starting
331
Jump Starting - North America
331
Towing the Vehicle
333
Recreational Vehicle Towing
334
Appearance Care
336
Exterior Care
336
Interior Care
340
Floor Mats
343
Service and Maintenance
344
General Information
344
Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance
346
Maintenance Schedule
346
Special Application Services
351
Additional Maintenance and Care
352
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
355
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
355
Maintenance Replacement Parts
356
Maintenance Records
358
Technical Data
359
Vehicle Identification
359
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
359
Service Parts Identification Label
359
Vehicle Data
360
Capacities and Specifications
360
Engine Drive Belt Routing
362
Customer Information
363
Customer Information
363
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
363
Customer Assistance Offices
365
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
365
Online Owner Center
366
Roadside Service
366
Scheduling Service Appointments
368
Courtesy Transportation Program
368
Collision Damage Repair
369
Service Publications Ordering Information
371
Radio Frequency Statement
372
Reporting Safety Defects
372
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
372
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
373
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
373
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
373
Event Data Recorders
373
OnStar®
374
Infotainment System
374
OnStar
375
OnStar Overview
375
OnStar Services
376
Emergency
376
Security
376
Navigation
376
Connections
377
Diagnostics
379
OnStar Additional Information
380
Index
385
Index_A
385
Index_B
386
Index_C
386
Index_D
387
Index_E
388
Index_F
388
Index_G
389
Index_H
389
Index_I
389
Index_J
390
Index_K
390
Index_L
390
Index_M
391
Index_N
391
Index_O
391
Index_P
392
Index_R
392
Index_S
393
Index_T
394
Index_U
395
Index_V
395
Index_W
395
2017 Cadillac Cts Overview
Introduction
Discover the perfect blend of luxury, performance, and cutting-edge technology with the 2017 Cadillac CTS. This midsize luxury sedan continues to impress with its dynamic design, offering an exhilarating drive complemented by a spacious, high-end interior. Whether navigating city streets or cruising on highways, the CTS delivers an exceptional experience tailor-made for discerning drivers.
Powertrains
The 2017 Cadillac CTS offers a range of robust powertrains, ensuring there’s a variant to suit every driver’s aspirations. Starting with the efficient 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, producing a commendable 272 horsepower, the CTS offers a smooth yet spirited performance. For those seeking more power, a 3.6-liter V6 engine is available, generating 335 horsepower. Additionally, a thrilling 3.6-liter twin-turbocharged V6, pushing out 420 horsepower, can be found in the sportier V-Sport trim, delivering a truly exhilarating driving experience.
Trims
The 2017 Cadillac CTS comes in several well-appointed trims, including the base Standard, Luxury, Premium Luxury, and the performance-oriented V-Sport. Each trim offers its unique features and options, with higher trims enhancing luxury with amenities such as upgraded leather upholstery, advanced safety technologies, and premium audio systems, ensuring an unparalleled ownership experience.
Features
Inside the Cadillac CTS, luxury and technology converge seamlessly. The intuitive CUE infotainment system, complete with a responsive touchscreen interface, offers easy access to navigation, smartphone integration, and an array of audio options. Premium materials adorn the cabin, while available features such as heated and ventilated seats, ambient lighting, and advanced driver-assistance systems elevate the overall experience.
Owners Manual
The 2017 Cadillac CTS comes with a comprehensive owner's manual designed to enhance vehicle ownership. This guide provides vital information on vehicle operation, maintenance schedules, feature usage, and more, making it an essential resource that helps owners get the most out of their luxurious ride.
User manual download
The Cadillac Cts owner manual for the 2017 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2017 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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