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Highway Hypnosis ...4-16 Hill and Mountain Roads ...4-17 Hood Checking Things Under ...5-12 Release ...5-13 Horn ...3-6 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...1-19 Hydraulic Clutch ...5-29 J Jump Starting ...5-48 K Keyless Access System ...Keyless Access System, Operation ...Keyless Entry System ...Keys ...2-8 2-9 2-5 2-3 I Ignition Positions ...2-32, 2-33 Immobilizer ...2-28 Immobilizer Operation ...2-29, 2-30 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ...1-36 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ...5-72 Inﬂator Kit, Tire ...5-90 Instrument Panel Brightness ...3-20 Cluster ...3-31 Overview ...3-4 Storage Area ...2-66 L Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...Lamp Malfunction Indicator ...Lamps Daytime Running (DRL) ...Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ...License Plate ...Reading ...Lap-Shoulder Belt ...5-65 3-42 3-17 3-19 5-60 3-20 1-27 7

Section	Page
2009 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V BookTOC	1
Seats and Restraint System	7
Head Restraints	8
Front Seats	10
Manual Seats	10
Power Seats	11
Power Lumbar	12
Power Lumbar and Side Bolsters	12
Heated and Ventilated Seats	13
Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel	14
Reclining Seatbacks	16
Rear Seats	19
Split Folding Rear Seat	19
Safety Belts	20
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	20
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	25
Lap-Shoulder Belt	33
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	38
Safety Belt Extender	38
Child Restraints	39
Older Children	39
Infants and Young Children	42
Child Restraint Systems	45
Where to Put the Restraint	47
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)	49
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position	55
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	58
Airbag System	61
Where Are the Airbags?	63
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	66
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	67
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	67
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	68
Passenger Sensing System	69
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	75
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	76
Restraint System Check	77
Checking the Restraint Systems	77
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	78
Features and Controls	79
Keys	81
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	83
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	84
Keyless Access System	86
Keyless Access System Operation	87
Remote Vehicle Start	93
Doors and Locks	95
Door Locks	95
Central Door Unlocking System	95
Power Door Locks	96
Delayed Locking	96
Programmable Automatic Door Locks	96
Rear Door Security Locks	97
Lockout Protection	97
Trunk	98
Windows	101
Power Windows	102
Sun Visors	104
Theft-Deterrent Systems	105
Theft-Deterrent System	105
Immobilizer	106
Immobilizer Operation (Key Access)	107
Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access)	108
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	109
New Vehicle Break-In	109
Ignition Positions (Key Access)	110
Ignition Positions (Keyless Access)	111
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	112
Starting the Engine	112
Engine Coolant Heater	114
Automatic Transmission Operation	115
Manual Transmission Operation	120
Parking Brake	122
Electric Parking Brake	123
Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission)	126
Shifting Out of Park	127
Parking the Vehicle (Manual Transmission)	128
Parking Over Things That Burn	129
Engine Exhaust	129
Running the Vehicle While Parked	130
Mirrors	131
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	131
Outside Power Mirrors	131
Park Tilt Mirrors	132
Outside Convex Mirror	132
Outside Heated Mirrors	132
Object Detection Systems	132
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)	132
OnStar® System	135
Universal Home Remote System	139
Universal Home Remote System Operation (With One Triangular LED)	139
Storage Areas	143
Glove Box	143
Cupholders	143
Instrument Panel Storage	144
Center Console Storage	144
Convenience Net	144
Sunroof	144
Instrument Panel	147
Instrument Panel Overview	150
Hazard Warning Flashers	152
Horn	152
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	152
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column	153
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	153
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	154
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	154
Flash-to-Pass	155
Windshield Wipers	155
Rainsense™ Wipers	156
Windshield Washer	157
Headlamp Washer	159
Cruise Control	159
Headlamps	162
Wiper Activated Headlamps	163
Headlamps on Reminder	163
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	163
Adaptive Forward Lighting System	165
Fog Lamps	165
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver	165
Instrument Panel Brightness	166
Entry Lighting	166
Parade Dimming	166
Reading Lamps	166
Electric Power Management	167
Battery Run-Down Protection	167
Accessory Power Outlet(s)	168
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter	169
Analog Clock	169
Climate Controls	170
Dual Climate Control System	170
Outlet Adjustment	175
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	175
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	176
Instrument Panel Cluster	177
Speedometer and Odometer	179
Trip Odometers	179
Tachometer	179
Engine Speed Limiter	180
Safety Belt Reminders	180
Airbag Readiness Light	181
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	182
Charging System Light	183
Up-Shift Light	183
Brake System Warning Light	184
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	185
StabiliTrak®/Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light	186
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light	186
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	187
Tire Pressure Light	187
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	188
Oil Pressure Light	191
Engine Oil Pressure Gage	192
Security Light	193
Fog Lamp Light	193
Lights On Reminder	193
Cruise Control Light	193
Highbeam On Light	194
Fuel Gage	194
Boost Gage	195
Driver Information Center (DIC)	195
DIC Operation and Displays	196
DIC Compass	201
DIC Warnings and Messages	203
DIC Vehicle Customization	217
Audio System(s)	226
Radio(s)	227
Using an MP3	250
XM Radio Messages	254
Navigation/Radio System	255
Bluetooth®	255
Theft-Deterrent Feature	267
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	268
Radio Reception	269
Backglass Antenna	270
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System	270
Driving Your Vehicle	271
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle	272
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	272
Defensive Driving	272
Drunk Driving	273
Control of a Vehicle	273
Braking	274
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	275
Braking in Emergencies	276
StabiliTrak® System	276
Traction Control System (TCS)	277
Magnetic Ride Control™	279
Limited-Slip Rear Axle	279
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System	279
Steering	280
Off-Road Recovery	282
Passing	282
Loss of Control	282
Competitive Driving	284
Driving at Night	284
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	285
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	286
Highway Hypnosis	286
Hill and Mountain Roads	287
Winter Driving	288
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow	290
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	291
Loading the Vehicle	291
Towing	296
Towing Your Vehicle	296
Recreational Vehicle Towing	296
Towing a Trailer (CTS-V)	299
Towing a Trailer (CTS)	299
Service and Appearance Care	307
Service	310
Accessories and Modifications	310
California Proposition 65 Warning	311
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	311
Doing Your Own Service Work	311
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle	312
Fuel	312
Gasoline Octane	312
Gasoline Specifications	313
California Fuel	313
Additives	313
Fuels in Foreign Countries	314
Filling the Tank	315
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	318
Checking Things Under the Hood	318
Hood Release	319
Engine Compartment Overview	320
Engine Oil	324
Engine Oil Life System	327
Engine Cover	329
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	331
Automatic Transmission Fluid	335
Manual Transmission Fluid	335
Hydraulic Clutch	335
Cooling System	336
Engine Coolant	337
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap	344
Engine Overheating	344
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	347
Power Steering Fluid	347
Windshield Washer Fluid	348
Brakes	350
Battery	353
Jump Starting	354
All-Wheel Drive	359
Rear Axle	360
Headlamp Aiming	361
Bulb Replacement	364
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting	364
Halogen Bulbs	365
Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps	365
License Plate Lamp	366
Replacement Bulbs	367
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	367
Tires	369
Winter Tires	370
Tire Sidewall Labeling	371
Tire Terminology and Definitions	374
Inflation - Tire Pressure	378
High-Speed Operation	380
Tire Pressure Monitor System	381
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	382
Tire Inspection and Rotation	386
When It Is Time for New Tires	387
Buying New Tires	388
Different Size Tires and Wheels	390
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	390
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	392
Wheel Replacement	392
Tire Chains	394
If a Tire Goes Flat	395
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	396
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage	404
Changing a Flat Tire	406
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	407
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	408
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	412
Compact Spare Tire	414
Appearance Care	415
Interior Cleaning	415
Fabric/Carpet	417
Leather	418
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces	418
Wood Panels	419
Speaker Covers	419
Care of Safety Belts	419
Weatherstrips	419
Washing Your Vehicle	419
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	420
Finish Care	420
Windshield and Wiper Blades	421
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim	422
Tires	423
Sheet Metal Damage	423
Finish Damage	423
Underbody Maintenance	423
Chemical Paint Spotting	423
Vehicle Identification	424
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	424
Service Parts Identification Label	424
Electrical System	425
Add-On Electrical Equipment	425
Windshield Wiper Fuses	425
Power Windows and Other Power Options	425
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	426
Underhood Fuse Block (CTS)	426
Underhood Fuse Block (CTS-V)	430
Rear Compartment Fuse Block (CTS)	433
Rear Compartment Fuse Block (CTS-V)	436
Capacities and Specifications	439
Maintenance Schedule	441
Maintenance Schedule	442
Introduction	442
Maintenance Requirements	442
Your Vehicle and the Environment	442
Using the Maintenance Schedule	443
Scheduled Maintenance	444
Additional Required Services	446
Maintenance Footnotes	448
Owner Checks and Services	450
At Each Fuel Fill	450
At Least Once a Month	451
At Least Once a Year	451
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	454
Maintenance Replacement Parts	456
Engine Drive Belt Routing	457
Maintenance Record	458
Customer Assistance Information	461
Customer Assistance and Information	462
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	462
Online Owner Center	465
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	466
Customer Assistance Offices	466
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	467
Roadside Service	468
Scheduling Service Appointments	471
Courtesy Transportation	471
Collision Damage Repair	473
Reporting Safety Defects	476
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	476
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	477
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	477
Service Publications Ordering Information	477
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	478
Event Data Recorders	479
OnStar®	480
Navigation System	480
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	480

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