2018 Cadillac Ct6 Owner's Manual

2018 Cadillac Ct6 owners manual
Year:
2018
Make:
Cadillac
Model:
Ct6
Rating:
(8)

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9.58 MB
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Table of Contents

Canadian Vehicle Owners
3
Using this Manual
3
Danger, Warning, and Caution
3
Stop/Start System (Gasoline Only)
9
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
9
Remote Vehicle Start
10
Door Locks
10
Trunk
11
Windows
11
Seat Adjustment
12
Memory Features
13
Second Row Seats
14
Heated and Ventilated Seats
15
Head Restraint Adjustment
15
Seat Belts
16
Passenger Sensing System
16
Mirror Adjustment
16
Steering Wheel Adjustment
17
Interior Lighting
17
Exterior Lighting
18
Windshield Wiper/Washer
18
Climate Controls
20
Infotainment System
21
Steering Wheel Controls
21
Cruise Control
22
Driver Information Center (DIC)
22
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
23
Night Vision System
23
Forward Automatic Braking (FAB)
23
Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System
23
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
23
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
24
Surround Vision
24
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
24
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System
24
Parking Assist
24
Automatic Parking Assist (APA)
25
Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB)
25
Surround Vision Recorder
25
Power Outlets
25
Universal Remote System
26
High Voltage Safety Information
27
Charging
27
Regenerative Braking
30
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
30
Tire Pressure Monitor
31
Fuel (2.0L L4 Turbo Engine)
31
Fuel (3.0L Twin Turbo V6 Engine)
31
Fuel (3.6L V6 Engine)
32
E85 or FlexFuel
32
Engine Oil Life System
32
Driving for Better Fuel Economy (Gasoline Only)
32
Driving for Better Energy Efficiency (PLUG-IN Only)
33
Keys
35
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
36
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
36
Remote Vehicle Start
42
Door Locks
44
Power Door Locks
46
Delayed Locking
46
Automatic Door Locks
47
Lockout Protection
47
Vehicle Alarm System
53
Immobilizer
55
Convex Mirrors
56
Power Mirrors
57
Folding Mirrors
57
Heated Mirrors
57
Automatic Dimming Mirror
57
Interior Rearview Mirrors
58
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
58
Power Windows
60
Sun Visors
62
Power Seat Adjustment
69
Lumbar Adjustment
69
Thigh Support Adjustment
70
Reclining Seatbacks
71
Memory Seats
71
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
74
Lumbar Adjustment
78
Heated and Ventilated Rear Seats
78
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly
81
Lap-Shoulder Belt
82
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy
85
Seat Belt Extender
85
Safety System Check
85
Seat Belt Care
86
Where Are the Airbags?
88
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
90
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
91
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
91
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
91
Passenger Sensing System
93
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
97
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
97
Airbag System Check
98
Older Children
99
Infants and Young Children
100
Child Restraint Systems
103
Where to Put the Restraint
104
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
105
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
111
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat)
112
Instrument Panel Storage
118
Glove Box
118
Armrest Storage
119
Rear Storage
119
Cargo Tie-Downs
120
Steering Wheel Adjustment
122
Steering Wheel Controls
122
Heated Steering Wheel
122
Horn
123
Windshield Wiper/Washer
123
Compass
125
Clock
125
Power Outlets
126
Wireless Charging
127
Cigarette Lighter
128
Instrument Cluster (Base Level)
130
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel)
133
Speedometer
137
Odometer
137
Trip Odometer
137
Tachometer
137
Battery Gauge (High Voltage)
138
Fuel Gauge
138
Power Indicator Gauge (PLUG-IN Only)
139
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge (Base Level Cluster Only)
139
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
140
Voltmeter Gauge (Base Level Cluster Only)
141
Seat Belt Reminders
142
Airbag Readiness Light
143
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
143
Charging System Light
144
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
144
Service Vehicle Soon Light (PLUG-IN Only)
146
Brake System Warning Light
146
Electric Parking Brake Light
147
Service Electric Parking Brake Light
147
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
148
Automatic Vehicle Hold (AVH) Light
148
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light
148
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
149
Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
149
Traction Off Light
149
StabiliTrak OFF Light
149
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light
150
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
150
Driver Mode Control Light
151
Tire Pressure Light
151
Engine Oil Pressure Light
151
Low Fuel Warning Light
152
Security Light
152
Vehicle Ready Light (PLUG-IN Only)
152
High-Beam On Light
152
Lamps On Reminder
153
Cruise Control Light
153
Power Flows (PLUG-IN Only)
154
Programmable Charging (PLUG-IN Only)
154
Energy Information (PLUG-IN Only)
163
Driver Information Center (DIC)
164
Engine Power Messages
171
Vehicle Speed Messages
171
Universal Remote System Programming
181
Exterior Lamp Controls
185
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
187
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
187
Flash-to-Pass
187
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
187
Automatic Headlamp System
188
Hazard Warning Flashers
188
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
189
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
189
Courtesy Lamps
190
Dome Lamps
190
Entry Lighting
191
Exit Lighting
191
Battery Load Management
192
Battery Power Protection
192
Automatic Climate Control System (Dual Zone - Gasoline and PLUG-IN)
194
Automatic Climate Control System (Quad Zone - Gasoline Only)
200
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
207
Distracted Driving
209
Defensive Driving
210
Drunk Driving
210
Control of a Vehicle
210
Braking (Gasoline Only)
210
Braking (PLUG-IN Only)
211
Steering
211
Off-Road Recovery
212
Loss of Control
212
Driving on Wet Roads
213
Hill and Mountain Roads
214
Winter Driving
214
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
215
New Vehicle Break-In (Gasoline Engine Only)
220
Ignition Positions
220
Starting the Engine (PLUG-IN Only)
222
Starting the Engine (Gasoline Only)
224
Engine Heater
226
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
228
Shifting Into Park
228
Shifting out of Park
229
Parking over Things That Burn
229
Driver Selected Operating Modes (PLUG-IN Only)
230
Out of Fuel/Engine Unavailable
231
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
238
Electric Parking Brake
239
Brake Assist
240
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
240
Automatic Vehicle Hold (AVH)
241
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
243
Adaptive Cruise Control
248
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
272
Assistance Systems for Driving
278
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
278
Forward Automatic Braking (FAB)
280
Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System
282
Night Vision System
284
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
287
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
287
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
289
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
289
Plug-In Charging (PLUG-IN Only)
293
Delayed Charging Override (PLUG-IN Only)
294
Charging Status Feedback (PLUG-IN Only)
295
Charge Cord (PLUG-IN Only)
299
Utility Interruption of Charging (PLUG-IN Only)
305
California Fuel Requirements
307
Fuels in Foreign Countries
308
Fuel Additives
308
Filling the Tank
308
General Towing Information
311
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
311
Trailer Towing (PLUG-IN Only)
314
Trailer Towing (Gasoline Only)
314
California Proposition 65 Warning
318
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
319
Doing Your Own Service Work
319
Hood
320
Engine Compartment Overview
321
Engine Oil
328
Engine Oil Life System
330
Automatic Transmission Fluid
331
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
332
Cooling System (Gasoline Only)
333
Cooling System (PLUG-IN Only)
337
Engine Overheating
342
Washer Fluid
343
Brakes
344
Brake Fluid
344
Battery - North America
345
All-Wheel Drive
347
Starter Switch Check
348
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
348
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
348
Wiper Blade Replacement
349
Windshield Replacement
349
Gas Strut(s)
350
Electrical System Overload
351
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
352
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
352
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
355
Tires
363
All-Season Tires
364
Winter Tires
364
Low-Profile Tires
365
Summer Tires
365
Tire Sidewall Labeling
365
Tire Designations
367
Tire Terminology and Definitions
368
Tire Pressure
370
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
372
Tire Pressure Monitor System
372
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
373
Tire Inspection
376
Tire Rotation
377
When It Is Time for New Tires
378
Buying New Tires
379
Different Size Tires and Wheels
380
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
381
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
382
Wheel Replacement
382
Tire Chains
383
If a Tire Goes Flat
384
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
385
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
392
Tire Changing
392
Exterior Care
405
Interior Care
409
General Information
414
Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance
416
Maintenance Schedule
416
Special Application Services
421
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
425
Maintenance Replacement Parts
426
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
429
Capacities and Specifications
430
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
434
Customer Assistance Offices
436
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
437
Online Owner Center
437
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
438
Roadside Service
438
Scheduling Service Appointments
440
Courtesy Transportation Program
440
Collision Damage Repair
441
Service Publications Ordering Information
443
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
445
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
445
Event Data Recorders
446
OnStar
447
Emergency
449
Security
450
Navigation
450
Connections
451
Diagnostics
453
Index_A
459
Index_B
460
Index_C
460
Index_D
461
Index_E
462
Index_F
462
Index_G
463
Index_H
463
Index_I
464
Index_J
464
Index_K
464
Index_L
464
Index_M
465
Index_N
465
Index_O
465
Index_P
466
Index_R
466
Index_S
467
Index_T
468
Index_U
469
Index_V
469
Index_W
469

2018 Cadillac Ct6 Overview

Introduction

The 2018 Cadillac CT6 is a stunning masterpiece of luxury, performance, and innovation, embodying the perfect blend of American craftsmanship and state-of-the-art technology. This flagship sedan stands tall within the Cadillac lineup, offering a refined driving experience and meticulous attention to detail. Designed for those who appreciate elegance and precision, the CT6 not only makes a bold statement on the road but also ensures a comfortable journey for both driver and passengers.

Powertrains

The 2018 Cadillac CT6 offers a range of powerful engine options to cater to a variety of driving preferences. The base model features a vibrant 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 engine that delivers an impressive 265 horsepower. For those seeking enhanced performance, the 3.6L V6 engine produces 335 horsepower, striking the perfect balance between power and efficiency. The lineup culminates with the exhilarating 3.0L twin-turbo V6, offering a formidable 404 horsepower, ensuring an exhilarating drive on any terrain.

Trims

The CT6 is available in four distinct trims: the base CT6, the luxurious CT6 Luxury, the sporty CT6 Premium Luxury, and the high-performance CT6 Platinum. Each trim level is meticulously equipped with features to enhance driving comfort and sophistication, from premium leather seating to advanced safety technologies. The higher trims also come with additional luxury enhancements, including premium sound systems and advanced driver-assistance features.

Features

The 2018 CT6 is not just about power; it comes loaded with cutting-edge features that elevate the driving experience. It offers an intuitive Cadillac User Experience (CUE) infotainment system with a vibrant touchscreen display, smartphone integration, and a premium sound system. Safety features are paramount, with advanced options like adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and a surrounding view camera system, ensuring peace of mind on every ride.

Owner's Manual

The owner's manual for the 2018 Cadillac CT6 serves as an essential companion for every owner, providing comprehensive information on the vehicle's features, maintenance guidance, and troubleshooting tips. It is a vital resource that enhances the ownership experience, ensuring that all drivers can maximize the potential and luxury that the CT6 offers.

User manual download

The Cadillac Ct6 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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