2018 Cadillac Ats Owner's Manual
Year:
2018
Make:
Cadillac
Model:
Ats
Rating:
Table of Contents
Contents
2
Introduction
4
Canadian Vehicle Owners
4
Using this Manual
4
Danger, Warning, and Caution
4
Symbols
5
In Brief
7
Instrument Panel
8
Instrument Panel Overview
8
Initial Drive Information
10
Stop/Start System
10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
10
Remote Vehicle Start
11
Door Locks
11
Trunk
12
Windows
12
Seat Adjustment
13
Memory Features
16
Second Row Seats
16
Heated Seats
16
Head Restraint Adjustment
17
Seat Belts
17
Passenger Sensing System
18
Mirror Adjustment
18
Steering Wheel Adjustment
19
Interior Lighting
19
Exterior Lighting
20
Windshield Wiper/Washer
21
Climate Controls
22
Transmission
23
Vehicle Features
24
Infotainment System
24
Steering Wheel Controls
24
Cruise Control
24
Driver Information Center (DIC)
24
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
25
Forward Automatic Braking (FAB)
25
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
25
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
26
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
26
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System
26
Parking Assist
26
Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB)
26
Power Outlets
26
Universal Remote System
27
Sunroof
27
Performance and Maintenance
28
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
28
Tire Pressure Monitor
28
Fuel (LTG 2.0L L4 Turbo Engine)
29
Fuel (LGX 3.6L V6 Engines)
29
Fuel (LF4 3.6L Twin Turbo V6 Engine)
29
E85 or FlexFuel
30
Engine Oil Life System
30
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
30
Roadside Service
31
Keys, Doors, and Windows
32
Keys and Locks
32
Keys
32
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
33
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
33
Remote Vehicle Start
40
Door Locks
41
Power Door Locks
43
Delayed Locking
43
Automatic Door Locks
44
Lockout Protection
44
Safety Locks (Sedan Only)
44
Doors
45
Trunk
45
Vehicle Security
47
Vehicle Alarm System
47
Immobilizer
48
Immobilizer Operation
48
Exterior Mirrors
49
Convex Mirrors
49
Power Mirrors
50
Folding Mirrors
50
Heated Mirrors
50
Reverse Tilt Mirrors
50
Interior Mirrors
51
Interior Rearview Mirrors
51
Manual Rearview Mirror
51
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
51
Windows
51
Power Windows
51
Sun Visors
53
Roof
54
Sunroof
54
Seats and Restraints
55
Head Restraints
56
Front Seats
57
Easy Entry Seat (Coupe Only)
57
Power Seat Adjustment
58
Lumbar Adjustment
60
Thigh Support Adjustment
61
Reclining Seatbacks
61
Memory Seats
62
Heated Front Seats
65
Rear Seats
67
Rear Seats (Sedan Only)
67
Rear Seats (Coupe Only)
69
Rear Seat Pass-Through Door
70
Seat Belts
71
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly
72
Lap-Shoulder Belt
73
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy
75
Seat Belt Extender
76
Safety System Check
76
Seat Belt Care
76
Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash
77
Airbag System
77
Where Are the Airbags?
79
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
80
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
81
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
82
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
82
Passenger Sensing System
83
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
87
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
88
Airbag System Check
88
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
89
Child Restraints
89
Older Children
89
Infants and Young Children
91
Child Restraint Systems
93
Where to Put the Restraint
95
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
96
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
101
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat)
102
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat)
104
Storage
107
Storage Compartments
107
Instrument Panel Storage
107
Glove Box
107
Cupholders
108
Armrest Storage
108
Center Console Storage
108
Additional Storage Features
109
Cargo Tie-Downs
109
Instruments and Controls
110
Controls
111
Steering Wheel Adjustment
111
Steering Wheel Controls
111
Heated Steering Wheel
111
Horn
112
Windshield Wiper/Washer
112
Headlamp Washer
113
Compass
114
Clock
114
Power Outlets
114
Wireless Charging
115
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
118
Instrument Cluster
119
Speedometer
122
Odometer
122
Trip Odometer
122
Tachometer
122
Fuel Gauge
122
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
123
Seat Belt Reminders
124
Airbag Readiness Light
124
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
125
Charging System Light
126
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
126
Brake System Warning Light
128
Parking Brake Light
128
Service Electric Parking Brake Light
129
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
129
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light
129
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
130
Traction Off Light
130
StabiliTrak OFF Light
130
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light
131
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
131
Tire Pressure Light
131
Engine Oil Pressure Light
132
Low Fuel Warning Light
132
Security Light
132
High-Beam On Light
133
Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) Light
133
Lamps On Reminder
133
Cruise Control Light
134
Door Ajar Light
134
Information Displays
134
Driver Information Center (DIC)
134
Head-Up Display (HUD)
137
Vehicle Messages
141
Engine Power Messages
141
Vehicle Speed Messages
141
Vehicle Personalization
142
Universal Remote System
146
Universal Remote System Programming
146
Universal Remote System Operation
149
Lighting
150
Exterior Lighting
150
Exterior Lamp Controls
150
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
152
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
152
Flash-to-Pass
152
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
152
Automatic Headlamp System
152
Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL)
153
Hazard Warning Flashers
153
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
154
Interior Lighting
154
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
154
Courtesy Lamps
155
Dome Lamps
155
Reading Lamps
155
Lighting Features
156
Entry Lighting
156
Exit Lighting
156
Battery Power Protection
156
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
157
Infotainment System
158
Introduction
158
Infotainment
158
Performance Data Recorder (PDR)
158
Climate Controls
164
Climate Control Systems
164
Dual Automatic Climate Control System (Base)
164
Dual Automatic Climate Control System (Uplevel)
168
Air Vents
172
Maintenance
173
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
173
Service
173
Driving and Operating
175
Driving Information
176
Distracted Driving
176
Defensive Driving
177
Drunk Driving
177
Control of a Vehicle
177
Braking
177
Steering
178
Off-Road Recovery
178
Loss of Control
179
Track Events and Competitive Driving
179
Driving on Wet Roads
184
Hill and Mountain Roads
185
Winter Driving
185
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
186
Vehicle Load Limits
187
Starting and Operating
190
New Vehicle Break-In
190
Composite Materials
191
Ignition Positions
191
Starting the Engine
193
Engine Heater
195
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
196
Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission)
196
Shifting out of Park
197
Parking (Manual Transmission)
198
Parking over Things That Burn
198
Extended Parking
198
Engine Exhaust
199
Running the Vehicle While Parked
199
Automatic Transmission
200
Manual Mode
202
Manual Transmission
203
Active Rev Match
205
Drive Systems
206
All-Wheel Drive
206
Brakes
206
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
206
Parking Brake (Electric)
207
Parking Brake (Manual)
209
Brake Assist
209
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
209
Ride Control Systems
210
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
210
Driver Mode Control
212
Competitive Driving Mode (FE3 Only)
216
Limited-Slip Rear Axle (Except V-Series)
218
Limited-Slip Rear Axle (V-Series Only)
218
Cruise Control
219
Adaptive Cruise Control
222
Driver Assistance Systems
229
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
230
Assistance Systems for Driving
234
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
234
Forward Automatic Braking (FAB)
236
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
238
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
238
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
240
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
240
Fuel
242
California Fuel Requirements
243
Fuels in Foreign Countries
243
Fuel Additives
243
Filling the Tank
243
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
245
Trailer Towing
245
General Towing Information
245
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
245
Trailer Towing (Sedan With V6 Engine Except V-Series)
248
Trailer Towing (Sedan With L4 Engine, Coupe, and V-Series)
249
Towing Equipment (Sedan With V6 Engine Except V-Series)
249
Towing Equipment (Sedan With L4 Engine, Coupe, and V-Series)
249
Conversions and Add-Ons
250
Add-On Electrical Equipment
250
Vehicle Care
251
General Information
252
California Proposition 65 Warning
252
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
253
Accessories and Modifications
253
Vehicle Checks
253
Doing Your Own Service Work
253
Hood
254
Engine Compartment Overview
255
Engine Oil
260
Engine Oil Life System
263
Automatic Transmission Fluid
264
Manual Transmission Fluid
264
Hydraulic Clutch
264
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
265
Cooling System (Engine)
266
Cooling System (Intercooler)
270
Engine Overheating
270
Washer Fluid
271
Brakes
272
Brake Fluid
273
Battery - North America
274
All-Wheel Drive
275
Starter Switch Check
276
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
276
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
277
Wiper Blade Replacement
277
Windshield Replacement
278
Gas Strut(s)
278
Headlamp Aiming
279
Bulb Replacement
279
Halogen Bulbs
279
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting
279
LED Lighting
280
Back-Up Lamps
280
License Plate Lamp
281
Electrical System
281
Electrical System Overload
281
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
282
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
282
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
285
Rear Compartment Fuse Block
288
Wheels and Tires
290
Tires
290
All-Season Tires
291
Winter Tires
291
Run-Flat Tires
292
Self-Sealing Tires
292
Summer Tires
293
Tire Sidewall Labeling
293
Tire Designations
295
Tire Terminology and Definitions
295
Tire Pressure
298
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
299
Tire Pressure Monitor System
299
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
300
Tire Inspection
303
Tire Rotation
303
When It Is Time for New Tires
305
Buying New Tires
305
Different Size Tires and Wheels
307
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
307
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
308
Wheel Replacement
309
Tire Chains
310
If a Tire Goes Flat
311
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
312
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
319
Jump Starting
319
Jump Starting - North America
319
Towing the Vehicle
322
Recreational Vehicle Towing
323
Appearance Care
326
Exterior Care
326
Interior Care
330
Floor Mats
332
Service and Maintenance
334
General Information
334
Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance
336
Maintenance Schedule
336
Special Application Services
342
Additional Maintenance and Care
343
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
346
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
346
Maintenance Replacement Parts
347
Maintenance Records
349
Technical Data
350
Vehicle Identification
350
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
350
Service Parts Identification Label
350
Vehicle Data
351
Capacities and Specifications
351
Engine Drive Belt Routing
353
Customer Information
354
Customer Information
354
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
354
Customer Assistance Offices
356
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
356
Online Owner Center
357
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
357
Roadside Service
358
Scheduling Service Appointments
360
Courtesy Transportation Program
360
Collision Damage Repair
361
Service Publications Ordering Information
363
Radio Frequency Statement
364
Reporting Safety Defects
364
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
364
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
364
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
365
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
365
Event Data Recorders
365
OnStar
366
Infotainment System
366
OnStar
367
OnStar Overview
367
OnStar Services
368
Emergency
368
Emergency
369
Security
369
Security
369
Navigation
369
Navigation
370
Connections
371
Diagnostics
373
OnStar Additional Information
374
Index
380
Index_A
380
Index_B
381
Index_C
381
Index_D
382
Index_E
383
Index_F
383
Index_G
383
Index_H
384
Index_I
384
Index_J
384
Index_K
384
Index_L
384
Index_M
385
Index_N
386
Index_O
386
Index_P
386
Index_R
387
Index_S
387
Index_T
388
Index_U
389
Index_V
389
Index_W
390
2018 Cadillac Ats Overview
Introduction
The 2018 Cadillac ATS is the epitome of luxury compact sedans, blending performance, style, and cutting-edge technology into a sophisticated package. Expertly engineered with a keen focus on driving dynamics and passenger comfort, the ATS delivers a first-class experience on every journey. With an array of trim options and customizable features, it caters to the discerning tastes of every driver who craves a high-performance vehicle without compromising on luxury.
Powertrains
The 2018 ATS offers a selection of robust powertrains designed to enhance both performance and efficiency. Buyers can choose between a spirited 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, producing 272 horsepower, or an exhilarating 3.6-liter V6 engine that roars with 335 horsepower. Both engines are paired with an advanced eight-speed automatic transmission that guarantees seamless gear shifts. Additionally, the ATS comes with either rear-wheel drive or an all-wheel-drive configuration, making it adaptable to different driving conditions.
Trims
Cadillac presents the 2018 ATS in three captivating trims: the base ATS, the ATS Luxury, and the performance-focused ATS Premium Luxury. Each trim combines sophisticated aesthetics with advanced materials, such as leather upholstery and wood trim, ensuring that every detail reflects Cadillac's commitment to quality. The upper trims come loaded with premium features, providing even more comfort and advanced technology options that elevate the driving experience.
Features
The 2018 ATS is equipped with an impressive suite of features designed for convenience and connectivity. A standard 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Cadillac User Experience (CUE) provides access to navigation, smartphone integration, and premium sound systems. Safety features abound, including available adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and a rear vision camera, ensuring peace of mind on every drive.
Owner's Manual
The comprehensive owner's manual for the 2018 Cadillac ATS serves as an essential guide for navigating the vehicle's myriad of features and capabilities. It provides detailed instructions for maintenance, troubleshooting, and utilizing advanced technology, ensuring owners have the knowledge required to maximize their driving experience. With clear illustrations and easy-to-follow sections, the manual enhances the ownership experience, seamlessly connecting drivers with their luxurious ATS.
User manual download
The Cadillac Ats owner manual for the 2018 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2018 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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