2021 Cadillac Ct4 Owner's Manual

2021 Cadillac Ct4 owners manual
Year:
2021
Make:
Cadillac
Model:
Ct4
Rating:
(9)

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Size:
5.61 MB

Table of Contents

Canadian Vehicle Owners
1
Using this Manual
3
Danger, Warning, and Caution
3
Symbols
3
Keys
7
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
8
Remote Vehicle Start
14
Door Locks
16
Power Door Locks
18
Delayed Locking
18
Automatic Door Locks
18
Lockout Protection
19
Vehicle Alarm System
21
Immobilizer
23
Convex Mirrors
24
Power Mirrors
25
Folding Mirrors
25
Heated Mirrors
26
Automatic Dimming Mirror
26
Interior Rearview Mirrors
27
Manual Rearview Mirror
27
Power Windows
27
Power Seat Adjustment
33
Lumbar Adjustment
33
Thigh Support Adjustment
34
Reclining Seatbacks
34
Memory Seats
35
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
38
Massage
39
Buckle To Drive
42
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly
43
Lap-Shoulder Belt
45
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy
47
Seat Belt Extender
47
Safety System Check
48
Seat Belt Care
48
Where Are the Airbags?
50
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
52
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
53
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
53
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
53
Passenger Sensing System
54
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
58
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
59
Airbag System Check
59
Older Children
60
Infants and Young Children
61
Child Restraint Systems
64
Where to Put the Restraint
65
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
66
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
73
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat)
73
Glove Box
79
Cupholders
79
Center Console Storage
80
Cargo Tie-Downs
81
Steering Wheel Adjustment
83
Steering Wheel Controls
83
Heated Steering Wheel
83
Horn
83
Windshield Wiper/Washer
83
Compass
85
Clock
85
Power Outlets
86
Instrument Cluster (Base Level)
89
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel)
91
Speedometer
94
Odometer
94
Trip Odometer
94
Tachometer
94
Fuel Gauge
95
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge (Base Level)
95
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge (Uplevel)
96
Seat Belt Reminders
96
Airbag Readiness Light
97
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
97
Charging System Light
98
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
98
Brake System Warning Light
100
Electric Parking Brake Light
101
Service Electric Parking Brake Light
101
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
101
Performance Shifting Light
102
Automatic Vehicle Hold (AVH) Light
102
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light
102
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
102
Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
103
Traction Off Light
103
StabiliTrak OFF Light
103
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light
103
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
104
Driver Mode Control Light
104
Tire Pressure Light
105
Engine Oil Pressure Light
105
Low Fuel Warning Light
106
Security Light
106
High-Beam On Light
106
Lamps On Reminder
106
Cruise Control Light
107
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level)
107
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
110
Engine Power Messages
117
Vehicle Speed Messages
117
Universal Remote System Programming
122
Exterior Lamp Controls
126
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
128
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
128
Flash-to-Pass
128
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
128
Automatic Headlamp System
128
Hazard Warning Flashers
129
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
129
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
130
Courtesy Lamps
130
Dome Lamps
130
Entry Lighting
131
Exit Lighting
132
Battery Load Management
132
Battery Power Protection
133
Overview
135
Steering Wheel Controls
137
Using the System
137
AM-FM Radio
141
HD Radio Technology
143
Radio Data System (RDS)
143
Satellite Radio
144
Radio Reception
144
Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices
145
USB Port
145
Bluetooth Audio
148
Using the Navigation System
150
Maps
153
Navigation Symbols
153
Destination
155
OnStar System
160
Global Positioning System (GPS)
161
Vehicle Positioning
162
Problems with Route Guidance
162
If the System Needs Service
163
Map Data Updates
163
Database Coverage Explanations
163
Bluetooth (Overview)
169
Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone)
170
Teen Driver
183
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
196
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
201
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
203
Distracted Driving
203
Defensive Driving
204
Impaired Driving
204
Control of a Vehicle
204
Braking
204
Steering
205
Off-Road Recovery
206
Loss of Control
206
Track Events and Competitive Driving (V-Series Only)
207
Driving on Wet Roads
211
Hill and Mountain Roads
212
Winter Driving
213
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
214
New Vehicle Break-In
218
Composite Materials
218
Ignition Positions
219
Starting the Engine
220
Stop/Start System
221
Engine Heater
222
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
223
Shifting Into Park (Mechanical Shifter)
223
Shifting Into Park (Electronic Shifter)
224
Shifting out of Park (Mechanical Shifter)
225
Shifting out of Park (Electronic Shifter)
225
Parking over Things That Burn
226
Automatic Transmission (Mechanical Shifter)
227
Automatic Transmission (Electronic Shifter)
229
Manual Mode (Mechanical Shifter)
234
Electric Brake Boost
236
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
236
Electric Parking Brake
237
Brake Assist
238
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
238
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
239
Driver Mode Control
241
Competitive Driving Mode
246
Adaptive Cruise Control (Advanced)
250
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
275
Rear Pedestrian Alert
281
Assistance Systems for Driving
281
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
282
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
284
Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System
286
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
288
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
288
Top Tier Fuel
291
Recommended Fuel (LSY 2.0L L4 Turbo Engine)
292
Recommended Fuel (L3B 2.7L L4 Turbo Engine)
292
Prohibited Fuels
292
Fuels in Foreign Countries
293
Fuel Additives
293
Filling the Tank
293
General Towing Information
295
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
295
Trailer Towing (LSY 2.0L L4 Engine)
299
California Proposition 65 Warning
304
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
304
Doing Your Own Service Work
305
Hood
306
Engine Compartment Overview
308
Engine Oil
311
Engine Oil Life System
313
Automatic Transmission Fluid
314
Engine Air Filter Life System
314
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
315
Cooling System
316
Engine Overheating
321
Washer Fluid
322
Brakes
322
Brake Pad Life System (If Equipped)
323
Brake Fluid
324
Battery - North America
325
All-Wheel Drive
325
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
326
Wiper Blade Replacement
326
Windshield Replacement
327
Halogen Bulbs
328
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting
328
LED Lighting
329
Electrical System Overload
329
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
330
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
330
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
333
Tires
337
All-Season Tires
338
Winter Tires
338
Run-Flat Tires
339
Self-Sealing Tires
339
Low-Profile Tires
340
Summer Tires
340
Tire Sidewall Labeling
341
Tire Designations
342
Tire Terminology and Definitions
342
Tire Pressure
345
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
346
Tire Pressure Monitor System
347
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
348
Tire Inspection
351
Tire Rotation
351
When It Is Time for New Tires
352
Buying New Tires
353
Different Size Tires and Wheels
355
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
355
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
356
Wheel Replacement
356
Tire Chains
357
If a Tire Goes Flat
358
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
359
Exterior Care
369
Interior Care
374
General Information
378
Maintenance Schedule
379
Special Application Services
386
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
389
Maintenance Replacement Parts
390
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
393
Capacities and Specifications
393
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
397
Customer Assistance Offices
399
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
399
Online Owner Center
400
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
400
Roadside Service
401
Scheduling Service Appointments
402
Courtesy Transportation Program
403
Collision Damage Repair
404
Publication Ordering Information
406
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
407
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
407
Cybersecurity
408
Event Data Recorders
408
OnStar
409
Emergency
411
Security
411
Navigation
415
Connections
416
Index_A
418
Index_B
419
Index_C
419
Index_D
420
Index_E
421
Index_F
422
Index_G
422
Index_H
422
Index_I
423
Index_J
423
Index_K
423
Index_L
423
Index_M
424
Index_N
424
Index_O
425
Index_P
425
Index_R
426
Index_S
426
Index_T
427
Index_U
428
Index_V
428
Index_W
429

2021 Cadillac Ct4 Overview

Introduction

The 2021 Cadillac CT4 is a masterclass in luxury and performance, tailored for those who crave sophistication behind the wheel. With its striking exterior, articulate lines, and a focus on modernity, this compact sedan redefines what it means to be both a sporty and elegant vehicle. Cadillac’s commitment to innovation is evident, making the CT4 a strong contender in the competitive luxury car market.

Powertrains

The CT4 offers a range of dynamic powertrains designed to suit diverse driving preferences. The base model features a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers a robust 237 horsepower, ensuring a spirited driving experience. For those seeking even more performance, the CT4-V variant boasts a potent 2.7-liter turbocharged inline-four that produces 325 horsepower, showcasing Cadillac's engineering prowess and commitment to exhilarating performance, all while maintaining impressive fuel efficiency.

Trims

The 2021 Cadillac CT4 is available in several trims, including the Luxury, Premium Luxury, Sport, and the high-performance CT4-V. Each trim level brings unique enhancements, from advanced safety features and opulent interior materials to sport-tuned suspensions and distinctive exterior elements. This tiered approach allows customers to choose a model that best fits their personality and driving preferences.

Features

Inside, the CT4 showcases a tech-savvy cabin filled with high-quality materials and cutting-edge features. A user-friendly infotainment system with a high-resolution touchscreen, smartphone integration, and a premium audio system ensures a connected and enjoyable ride. Safety is paramount with a suite of driver-assistance technologies including adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, and lane-keeping assist, making the CT4 as safe as it is stylish.

Owner's Manual

The owner's manual for the 2021 Cadillac CT4 serves as an essential guide for new owners, detailing everything from vehicle operation and maintenance to troubleshooting common issues. It provides comprehensive insights into the advanced technology features, ensuring drivers can make the most of their luxury driving experience. This resource emphasizes Cadillac’s dedication to customer satisfaction and vehicle longevity.

User manual download

The Cadillac Ct4 owner manual for the 2021 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2021 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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