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Section	Page
2008 Cadillac DTS BookTOC	1
Seats and Restraint Systems	5
Front Seats	6
Power Seats	6
Power Lumbar	6
Massaging Lumbar	7
Heated and Cooled Seats	7
Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel	8
Power Reclining Seatbacks	10
Head Restraints	11
Center Seat	12
Rear Seats	13
Heated Seats	13
Rear Seat Pass-Through Door	13
Power Lumbar	14
Safety Belts	14
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	14
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	20
Lap-Shoulder Belt	28
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	33
Lap Belt	33
Safety Belt Extender	34
Child Restraints	35
Older Children	35
Infants and Young Children	38
Child Restraint Systems	41
Where to Put the Restraint	44
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)	45
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position	52
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position	54
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	54
Airbag System	58
Where Are the Airbags?	60
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	63
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	64
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	64
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	65
Passenger Sensing System	66
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	71
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	72
Restraint System Check	73
Checking the Restraint Systems	73
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	74
Features and Controls	75
Keys	77
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	78
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	79
Remote Vehicle Start	82
Doors and Locks	84
Door Locks	84
Central Door Unlocking System	84
Power Door Locks	84
Programmable Automatic Door Locks	85
Rear Door Security Locks	85
Lockout Protection	86
Trunk	86
Windows	88
Power Windows	89
Sun Visors	91
Theft-Deterrent Systems	92
Valet Lockout Switch	92
Content Theft-Deterrent	93
PASS-Key® III+	94
PASS-Key® III+ Operation	95
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	96
New Vehicle Break-In	96
Ignition Positions	97
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	98
Starting the Engine	98
Engine Coolant Heater	100
Automatic Transmission Operation	101
Performance Shifting	103
Parking Brake	104
Shifting Into PARK (P)	105
Shifting Out of PARK (P)	107
Parking Over Things That Burn	108
Engine Exhaust	108
Running the Engine While Parked	109
Mirrors	110
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Intellibeam™, OnStar®, and Compass	110
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar® and Compass	112
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass	114
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors	115
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror	116
Park Tilt Mirrors	116
Outside Convex Mirror	117
Outside Heated Mirrors	117
Object Detection Systems	118
Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA)	118
Side Blind Zone Alert	121
Lane Departure Warning	124
OnStar® System	127
Universal Home Remote System	130
Universal Home Remote System Operation (With Three Round LED)	130
Storage Areas	137
Glove Box	137
Cupholder(s)	137
Coinholder(s)	137
Front Storage Area	137
Center Console Storage	137
Center Flex Storage Unit	138
Floor Mats	138
Rear Seat Armrest	138
Convenience Net	138
Sunroof	139
Instrument Panel	141
Instrument Panel Overview	144
Hazard Warning Flashers	146
Other Warning Devices	146
Horn	146
Tilt Wheel	146
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column	147
Heated Steering Wheel	147
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	148
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	148
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	149
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System	149
Flash-to-Pass	153
Windshield Wipers	153
Rainsense™ II Wipers	154
Windshield Washer	155
Cruise Control	156
Adaptive Cruise Control	159
Exterior Lamps	170
Wiper Activated Headlamps	173
Headlamps on Reminder	173
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	173
Fog Lamps	174
Cornering Lamps	175
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver	175
Instrument Panel Brightness	175
Courtesy Lamps	175
Entry Lighting	176
Parade Dimming	176
Reading Lamps	176
Footwell Lamps	176
Battery Load Management	177
Electric Power Management	177
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver	178
Battery Run-Down Protection	178
Accessory Power Outlet(s)	178
Ashtray(s)	179
Analog Clock	180
Climate Controls	180
Dual Climate Control System	180
Outlet Adjustment	186
Rear Climate Control System	187
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	188
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	191
Instrument Panel Cluster	192
Speedometer and Odometer	193
Tachometer	193
Safety Belt Reminders	194
Airbag Readiness Light	195
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	196
Charging System Light	198
Brake System Warning Light	198
Antilock Brake System Warning Light	199
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light	200
StabiliTrak® Indicator Light	200
Lane Departure Warning Light	201
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light	201
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	202
Tire Pressure Light	202
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	203
Oil Pressure Light	206
Security Light	206
Fog Lamp Light	206
Lights On Reminder	207
Cruise Control Light	207
Highbeam On Light	207
Fuel Gage	208
Driver Information Center (DIC)	208
DIC Operation and Displays	209
DIC Warnings and Messages	213
DIC Vehicle Customization	226
Audio System(s)	235
Setting the Time	236
Radio(s) (MP3)	240
Using an MP3	250
XM Radio Messages	255
Navigation/Radio System	256
Theft-Deterrent Feature	256
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	257
Radio Reception	258
Backglass Antenna	259
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System	259
Driving Your Vehicle	261
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle	262
Defensive Driving	262
Drunk Driving	262
Control of a Vehicle	263
Braking	263
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	264
Braking in Emergencies	265
Traction Control System (TCS)	265
Magnetic Ride Control	266
StabiliTrak® System	267
Panic Brake Assist	267
Steering	268
Off-Road Recovery	270
Passing	270
Loss of Control	270
Driving at Night	272
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	272
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	273
Highway Hypnosis	274
Hill and Mountain Roads	274
Winter Driving	275
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow	279
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	280
Loading Your Vehicle	280
Towing	286
Towing Your Vehicle	286
Recreational Vehicle Towing	286
Towing a Trailer	287
Service and Appearance Care	295
Service	297
Accessories and Modifications	297
California Proposition 65 Warning	298
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	298
Doing Your Own Service Work	298
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	299
Fuel	299
Gasoline Octane	299
Gasoline Specifications	300
California Fuel	300
Additives	300
Fuels in Foreign Countries	301
Filling the Tank	302
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	304
Checking Things Under the Hood	304
Hood Release	305
Engine Compartment Overview	306
Engine Oil	307
Engine Oil Life System	310
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	312
Automatic Transmission Fluid	313
Engine Coolant	316
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap	319
Engine Overheating	319
Overheated Engine ProtectionOperating Mode	321
Cooling System	322
Power Steering Fluid	327
Windshield Washer Fluid	328
Brakes	329
Battery	332
Jump Starting	334
Headlamp Aiming	338
Bulb Replacement	341
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting	341
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	342
Tires	344
Tire Sidewall Labeling	345
Tire Terminology and Definitions	349
Inflation - Tire Pressure	352
High-Speed Operation	354
Tire Pressure Monitor System	355
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	356
Tire Inspection and Rotation	360
When It Is Time for New Tires	362
Buying New Tires	363
Different Size Tires and Wheels	365
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	366
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	367
Wheel Replacement	368
Tire Chains	369
If a Tire Goes Flat	370
Changing a Flat Tire	371
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	372
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	373
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	379
Spare Tire	380
Appearance Care	381
Interior Cleaning	381
Fabric/Carpet	382
Leather	383
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces	383
Wood Panels	383
Speaker Covers	384
Care of Safety Belts	384
Weatherstrips	384
Washing Your Vehicle	384
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	385
Finish Care	385
Windshield and Wiper Blades	386
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim	386
Tires	387
Sheet Metal Damage	387
Finish Damage	387
Underbody Maintenance	388
Chemical Paint Spotting	388
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	388
Vehicle Identification	389
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	389
Service Parts Identification Label	390
Electrical System	390
Add-On Electrical Equipment	390
Headlamp Wiring	390
Windshield Wiper Fuses	390
Power Windows and Other Power Options	391
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	391
Underhood Fuse Block	391
Rear Underseat Fuse Block	394
Capacities and Specifications	399
Maintenance Schedule	401
Maintenance Schedule	402
Introduction	402
Maintenance Requirements	402
Your Vehicle and the Environment	402
Using the Maintenance Schedule	403
Scheduled Maintenance	404
Additional Required Services	406
Maintenance Footnotes	408
Owner Checks and Services	409
At Each Fuel Fill	409
At Least Once a Month	410
At Least Once a Year	410
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	413
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	414
Engine Drive Belt Routing	415
Maintenance Record	416
Customer Assistance Information	419
Customer Assistance and Information	420
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	420
Online Owner Center	422
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	423
Customer Assistance Offices	423
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	424
Roadside Service	425
Scheduling Service Appointments	427
Courtesy Transportation	427
Collision Damage Repair	429
Reporting Safety Defects	432
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	432
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	432
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	432
Service Publications Ordering Information	433
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	434
Event Data Recorders	434
OnStar®	435
Navigation System	435
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	435

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