2015 Cadillac CTS Owner Manual - Page 226

Driving and Operating Snow/Ice Mode Use when more traction is needed during slippery conditions. The transmission will use 2 (Second) gear instead of 1 (First) gear when accelerating from a stop. The vehicle will upshift normally when the vehicle is moving. The LF3 models will use a different accelerator pedal map instead of using 2 (Second) gear from stop. The accelerator pedal will reduce engine torque at small pedal inputs. The transmission will also shift differently to assist in maintaining traction. When selected, the Snow/Ice Mode indicator will display in the DIC. This feature is not intended for use when the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, ice, snow, or gravel. If the vehicle becomes stuck, see If the Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9-10. When selected, the Track Mode indicator will display in the DIC. When in Track Mode, the automatic transmission and steering will function similar to Sport Mode. The accelerator pedal is adjusted to give maximum control during the highest level of spirited driving. The MagneRide will be set to the optimum level for vehicle responsiveness. Competitive Driving Mode can be accessed through this mode. 9-33 allows increased vehicle agility, and more effort is required to turn the steering wheel. See "Limited-Slip Differential (LF3 Only)" following. Adjust your driving accordingly. Press the Y button again, or turn the ignition to ACC/ACCESSORY and restart the vehicle, to turn TCS back on. The traction off light i and StabiliTrak OFF light g will go out in the instrument cluster. Competitive Driving Mode (LF3 Only) To select this optional handling mode, press the Y button quickly two times and the DIC will display the appropriate message. While in the Competitive Driving Mode, the traction off light i and StabiliTrak OFF light g will come on in the instrument cluster. TCS does not limit wheel spin, the Electronic Limited-Slip Differential (ELSD) { Caution When traction control is turned off, or Competitive Driving Mode is active, it is possible to lose traction. Track Mode (LF3 Only) Use when maximum vehicle handling is desired.