2015 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual
2015 Cadillac XTS Manual
2015 Cadillac XTS manual content summary:
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2015 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Performance and Maintenance ...1-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-1 Doors ...2-15 Vehicle Security...2- - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 3
2015 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual M Jump Starting ...10-75 Towing the Vehicle ...10-78 Appearance Care ...10-81 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance ...11-3 Maintenance Schedule ...11-4 Special Application Services ...11-9 Additional Maintenance - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 4
Propriétaires Canadiens A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer, at www.helminc.com, or from: On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse savant: Helm, Incorporated Attention: Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 5
Caution Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage. M : This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 6
Introduction v 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer LATCH System Child Restraints (: j: Heated Steering Wheel * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure O : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak® M : Windshield - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 7
vi Introduction 2 NOTES - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 8
System ...1-19 Sunroof ...1-19 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control ...Tire Pressure Monitor ...Engine Oil Life System ...Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...Roadside Service ...OnStar® ...1-20 1-21 1-21 1-22 1-22 1-22 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 9
1-2 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 10
In Brief 1. Air Vents on page 8-8. 2. Electric Parking Brake on page 9-27. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6-6. Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 5-32 (If Equipped). 3. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6-1. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 6-6. 4. Instrument - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 11
may not be on your specific vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual. 7 : Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator. Press and hold for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press again or start the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 12
a 10-minute extension is desired. Remote start can be extended only once. . See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2-9. Door Locks To lock or unlock a door manually: . . Use the key in the driver door. The key cylinder is covered by a cap. See Door Locks on page 2-11. From the inside, to lock - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 13
1-6 In Brief See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-2 and Trunk on page 2-15. The power window switches on the driver door control all the windows. Each passenger door has a switch that controls only that window. Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 14
See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3-7. Lumbar Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks Base Shown, Uplevel Similar To adjust the seat: . Base To adjust the lumbar support: . Base Shown, Uplevel Similar To adjust the seatback: . Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 15
1-8 In Brief If equipped, the ignition must be on to use all uplevel seat features. . Uplevel Seat Adjustment Uplevel Seat Control Massage Move Feature Select (1) to display seat adjustments on the center stack. Press and release or hold to scroll through features. Press Up (2) to make upward - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 16
Driver Buttons Shown, Passenger Buttons Similar If equipped, the SET, "1," "2," and B (Exit) buttons on the driver door and front passenger door are used to manually save and recall memory On some vehicles, either side of the seatback can be folded for more cargo space. See Rear Seats on page 3-13 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 17
1-10 In Brief See Head Restraints on page 3-2 and Power Seat Adjustment on page 3-6. . Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The indicator lights next to the buttons indicate three - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 18
arrows to move the mirror. 3. Move the selector switch to deselect the mirror. 1-11 ) to Steering Wheel Adjustment The vehicle has manual folding mirrors or, if equipped, power folding mirrors. See Folding Mirrors on page 2-21. Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirror Interior Mirror Adjustment Hold - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 19
There are reading lamps on the overhead console and over the rear passenger doors. These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened. To manually turn the reading lamps on or off: Interior Lighting Dome Lamp The dome lamp is in the overhead console. Press the button near the rear - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 20
In Brief 1-13 Exterior Lighting 5 : Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights. See: . Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6-1 Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 6-6 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 6-3 INT: Move the windshield wiper lever to INT. Turn - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 21
1-14 In Brief Climate Controls The climate control buttons and the touch screen are used to adjust the heating, cooling, and ventilation. Climate Touch Screen Controls 1. Outside Temperature Display 2. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls 3. Fan Control 4. SYNC (Synchronized Temperature) 5. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 22
In Brief See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-1 and Rear Climate Control System on page 8-6 (if equipped). shift lever must be in M (Manual Mode). If equipped, the controls are on the back of the steering wheel. Tap the left control to downshift, and the right control to upshift. A - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 23
1-16 In Brief increase speed to the next 5 km/h (5 mph) mark on the speedometer, press +RES up to the second detent. SET−: Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If the cruise control is already active, use to decrease vehicle speed. To decrease speed by 1 km/h - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 24
In Brief 1-17 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System If equipped, FCA may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. FCA provides a green indicator, V, when a vehicle is detected ahead. This indicator displays amber if you follow a vehicle much too closely. When approaching a vehicle - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 25
1-18 In Brief The vehicle may also have the Front Parking Assist system. See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing on page 9-44. which is designed to help avoid or reduce the harm caused by backing crashes when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). If the system detects the vehicle is - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 26
three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices. Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Remote system. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 27
1-20 In Brief the comfort open position. Press the rear of ~ again to open the sunroof fully. If the sunshade is not fully open when the comfort feature is pressed the second time, the sunshade will open fully. Express Close: Press and release the front of ~ to express close the sunroof. Sunshade - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 28
In Brief . 1-21 To turn off both traction control and StabiliTrak, press and hold the g button on the center stack, until i and g come on in the instrument cluster and the appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5-43. Press and release the g button again to - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 29
-224-1400 Canada: 1-800-882-1112 TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438 New vehicles are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Service program. See Roadside Service on page 13-5. . . . . . OnStar® This vehicle may be equipped with a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can connect to a live - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 30
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks Keys ...2-1 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...2-2 Remote Vehicle Start ...2-9 Door Locks ...2-11 Power Door Locks ...2-13 Delayed Locking ...2-13 Automatic Door Locks ...2-13 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 31
to turn the key, inspect the key blade for debris. See your dealer if a new key is needed. Contact Roadside Service if locked out of the vehicle. See Roadside Service on page 13-5. With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 32
Keys, Doors, and Windows The RKE transmitter functions may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle. Other conditions, such as those previously stated, can impact the performance of the transmitter. If the driver door is open when Q is pressed, all doors lock and the driver door will - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 33
2-4 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Access Operation The Keyless Access system allows the doors and trunk to be locked and unlocked without pressing the RKE transmitter button. The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the door being opened. If the vehicle has this feature, there will be a - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 34
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Passenger Doors When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within range of the door handle, pressing the lock/ unlock button on a passenger door handle will unlock all doors. Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause all doors to - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 35
2-6 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Remove the key lock cylinder cap. See Door Locks on page 2-11. Insert the vehicle key into the key lock cylinder on the driver door handle. Then turn the key counterclockwise, to the unlock position, five times within 10 seconds. The Driver Information Center (DIC) - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 36
Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming without a Recognized Transmitter If there are no currently recognized transmitters available, follow this procedure to program up to eight transmitters. This feature is not available in Canada. This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete. The - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 37
2-8 Keys, Doors, and Windows To start the vehicle: 1. Open the center console storage area and the storage tray. 6. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press K or Q on the transmitter. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 4-6. When all additional transmitters are - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 38
Keys, Doors, and Windows 1. Press the button on the side of the transmitter near the bottom and pull the key out. 2-9 / (Remote Vehicle Start): This button will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start. If equipped, heated and ventilated front seats may also come on if enabled - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 39
2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows During the remote start, the doors will be locked and the parking lamps will remain on as long as the engine is running. The engine will shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension is done or the ignition is put in ON/RUN/START. 3. Press the brake pedal and - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 40
doors to help prevent this from happening. Inside the Vehicle On the rear doors, push down on the door lock knob to lock the door manually. Pull once on the door handle to unlock the door and again to open the door. Press the power door lock switch to lock or - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 41
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Key Cylinder Access Keyless Access To access the key cylinder: 1. Pull the door handle (1) to the open position. If equipped, use the Keyless Access system to lock and unlock the door. When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 42
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Power Door Locks When Q is pressed on the power door lock switch, while the door is open, a chime will sound three times indicating that delayed locking is active. When all the doors are closed, the doors will lock automatically after five seconds. If a door is - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 43
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock after closing all of the doors. This feature can be manually overridden with the driver door open by pressing and holding Q on the power door lock switch. Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out When this feature is - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 44
Keys, Doors, and Windows The rear door power windows are also disabled. See Power Windows on page 2-23. Press v { again to deactivate the safety locks. If the rear inside door handle is being pulled when the safety lock is deactivated, that door will remain locked and the indicator light may flash. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 45
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Trunk Lock Release Use the handle to assist in closing the trunk. Do not use the handle as a tie-down. . To open the trunk: . Press the touch pad on the trunk above the license plate. Press | from inside the vehicle. Press X twice quickly on the Remote Keyless - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 46
Keys, Doors, and Windows Emergency Trunk Release Handle There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle on the trunk lid. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside. After use, return to the stored position. 2-17 Vehicle - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 47
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows will bypass the 30-second delay and immediately arm the alarm system. The vehicle alarm system will not arm if the doors are locked with the key. If the driver door is opened without first unlocking with the RKE transmitter, the horn will chirp and the lights will - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 48
does not start and the security light stays on, there is a problem with the system. Turn the ignition off and try again. If be faulty. See your dealer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a system. The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed. The vehicle is automatically - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 49
2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows It is possible for the immobilizer system to learn new or replacement RKE transmitters. Up to eight transmitters can be programmed for the vehicle. To program additional transmitters, see "Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle" under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 50
warning flashers are used. 1. If the vehicle is equipped with power folding mirrors, move the selector switch to the ) position. 2-21 Folding Mirrors Manual Folding Mirrors The mirrors can be folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Push the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 51
2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows The mirror(s) return to the original position when: . Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle. If equipped with OnStar, the vehicle may have three control buttons at the bottom of the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 52
Keys, Doors, and Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the sound, open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped. 2-23 Express-Down/Up - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 53
2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming the Power Windows If the vehicle battery has been recharged or disconnected, or is not working, the front power windows will need to be reprogrammed for the express-up feature to work. Before reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle's battery. To - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 54
Keys, Doors, and Windows Window Lockout The rear door locks are also disabled. See Safety Locks on page 2-14. Press v { again to deactivate the lockout switch. If the indicator light flashes, the feature may not be working properly. 2-25 Rear Window Sunshade Sun Visors This feature prevents the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 55
2-26 Keys, Doors, and Windows When shifting the vehicle into R (Reverse), the sunshade will automatically retract if it is extended. It will re-extend after a short delay when shifting into D (Drive). If equipped, the rear seat center armrest may have rear window sunshade buttons. Rear Passenger - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 56
Keys, Doors, and Windows Sunroof Switch Vent Feature: Press and hold the front of ~ to vent the sunroof. The sunshade will automatically open approximately 38 cm (15 in). Press and hold the rear of ~ to close the vent. Comfort Stop Feature: The sunroof has a comfort stop feature that stops the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 57
2-28 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2 NOTES - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 58
3-23 3-23 3-24 3-24 3-26 3-28 3-29 3-30 3-30 3-31 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...3-36 Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...3-36 Airbag Power Seat Adjustment ...3-6 Lumbar Adjustment ...3-7 Thigh Support Adjustment ...3-7 Reclining Seatbacks ...3-7 Memory Seats ...3-8 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 59
3-2 Seats and Restraints Head Restraints { Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 60
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats The vehicle's rear seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. The height of the head restraint can be adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place. head restraint - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 61
3-4 Seats and Restraints When an occupant or child restraint is in the seat, always return the head restraint to the full upright position. Pull the head restraint up and push it rearward until it locks into place. Push and pull on the head restraint to make sure that it is locked. Always adjust - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 62
adjustments of the selected feature. Press Forward (5) to make forward adjustments of the selected feature. Lumbar and Bolster Support To adjust lumbar support, if equipped: To adjust bolster support, if equipped: . . . . . . Press and release or hold Feature Select (1) to scroll to lumbar - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 63
Adjustment on page 3-7. . Press and release or hold Feature Select (1) to scroll to upper shoulder support on the center stack. Press Forward (5) or Rearward (3) to adjust shoulder support forward or rearward. . Some vehicles are equipped with a feature that activates a vibrating pulse alert in - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 64
lock in place. To adjust: . Press and hold the control forward to increase or rearward to decrease support. Press and hold the control upward to raise or downward to lower the height of the support. Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline. Tilt the top of the control forward to - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 65
vehicle is moving. Driver Buttons Shown, Passenger Buttons Similar B (Exit) buttons on the driver door and front passenger door are used to manually save and recall memory settings for the driver and passenger seats. The driver memory buttons also store outside mirror, power tilt and telescoping - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 66
or B before the stored positions are reached stops the recall. If the vehicle is ON and in P (Park), press and release "1," "2," or B to manually recall the previously stored memory positions. Placing the ignition in OFF/LOCK before the stored positions are reached stops the recall. 3-9 If the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 67
, try recalling again by opening the driver door and pressing K on the RKE transmitter. If recalling the exit position, press and hold the appropriate manual control for the exit feature not recalling for two seconds. Then try recalling the exit position again. . The vehicle is turned off and the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 68
Seats and Restraints If the memory position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service. 3-11 cooled. When a heated seat is turned on, the symbol turns red. When a ventilated seat is turned on, the symbol turns blue. Press the button - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 69
3-12 Seats and Restraints Press the heated or ventilated seat button to use the heated or ventilated seats after the vehicle is started. The heated or ventilated seat indicator lights do not turn on during a remote start. The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 70
Seats and Restraints 3-13 Rear Seats Folding the Seatback On some vehicles, either side of the seatback can be folded for more cargo space. Fold a seatback only when the vehicle is not moving. To fold the seatback: Raising the Seatback { Warning If either seatback is not locked, it could move - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 71
it is flush with the seatback. The armrest may also have controls for the rear window sunshade and/ or the infotainment system. See the infotainment manual and Rear Window Sunshade on page 2-25. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 72
Seats and Restraints 3-15 Heated Rear Seats { Warning If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns. See the Warning under Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3-11. Rear Heated Seat Buttons with Rear Climate Controls Shown, Base Similar If - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 73
3-16 Seats and Restraints Rear Seat Pass-Through Door Safety Belts This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts. Warning (Continued) are more likely to be - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 74
Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing safety belts makes such good sense. 3-17 Also, in nearly all states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 75
important things to know about wearing a safety belt properly. Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 76
Seats and Restraints 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. If the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 77
3-20 Seats and Restraints Adjust the guide so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, but not - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 78
belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the shoulder belt away from the neck and head. 1. Remove the guide from its storage pocket on the side of the seatback. To install: 3-21 2. Place the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 79
safety belts. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be behind the belt with the plastic guide on the front. { Warning A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 80
extender has been designed for adults. Never use it for securing child seats. To wear it, attach it to the regular safety belt. See the instruction sheet that comes with the extender. 3-23 Make sure the safety belt reminder light is working. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 5-15. Keep safety - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 81
3-24 Seats and Restraints After a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced. New parts and repairs may be - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 82
Seats and Restraints Vehicles with an extended wheelbase or without a rear seat have the following airbags: . 3-25 A frontal airbag for the driver and for the front outboard passenger. A knee airbag for the driver and for the front outboard passenger. A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 83
instrument cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5-16 for more information. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 84
Seats and Restraints 3-27 The driver knee airbag is below the steering column. The front outboard passenger knee airbag is below the glove box. Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar The seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and front outboard passenger are in the side of the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 85
3-28 Seats and Restraints { Warning If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 86
Seats and Restraints It depends on what is hit, the direction of the impact, and how quickly the vehicle slows down. Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds depending on whether the vehicle hits an object straight on or at an angle, and whether the object is fixed or moving, rigid or - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 87
all such ejections. { Warning When an airbag inflates, there may be dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 88
are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the front outboard passenger airbag... other parts. The service manual for the vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. The vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 89
3-32 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front outboard passenger seat. The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag should be allowed - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 90
outboard passenger airbag and knee airbag if: . There is a critical problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system. When the passenger . To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5-16 for more information - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 91
3-34 Seats and Restraints 5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off. Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion, if adjustable, to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 92
Seats and Restraints 2. Remove any additional material from the seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. Also remove laptops, or other electronic devices. 3. Place the seatback in the fully upright position. 4. Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 93
the airbag system in several places around the vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13-10. Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 94
Seats and Restraints modules, ceiling or pillar garnish trim, front sensors, side impact sensors, or airbag wiring. Your dealer and the service manual have information about the location of the airbag sensors, sensing and diagnostic module, and airbag wiring. In addition, the vehicle has a passenger - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 95
properly. Have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5-16. The manufacturer instructions that come with the rear safety belt comfort guide, if available. See "Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides" under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3-18. If a comfort guide is not available, - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 96
. It should never be worn over the abdomen, which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash. Also see "Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides" under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3-18. { Warning Never allow more than one child to wear the same safety belt. The safety belt cannot properly - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 97
3-40 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 98
Seats and Restraints 3-41 { Warning Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash. For example, in a crash at only 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) infant will suddenly become - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 99
that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The restraint manufacturer instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations the risk of neck and head injury during a crash, infants need complete support. In a crash, if an infant is in a rear-facing child - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 100
Seats and Restraints 3-43 Child Restraint Systems Forward-Facing Child Seat Rear-Facing Infant Seat A rear-facing infant seat provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 101
that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 102
seat. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-31 for additional information. When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle. Child restraints and booster seats vary considerably in - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 103
no interference with the proper positioning of the lap-shoulder belt on the child. Make sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. When installing a child restraint with a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 104
, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the child restraint. Lower anchors (1) are metal bars built into the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 105
a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 106
restraint properly using the anchors, or use the vehicle safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with the child restraint and the instructions in this manual. { Warning Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 107
3-50 Seats and Restraints { Caution Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle's safety belts. This may damage these parts. If necessary, move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments. Do not fold the empty rear seat with a safety belt buckled. This could damage - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 108
anchors, secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts. Refer to the child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. 1.1. Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position. 1.2. For outboard rear seating positions, put the head restraint in - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 109
3-52 Seats and Restraints If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether over the seatback. If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether over - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 110
not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored. { Warning A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 111
3-54 Seats and Restraints or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 112
Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-46. 7. Before placing a child in the child - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 113
. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you secure a forward-facing child - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 114
Seats and Restraints 3-57 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Position the release button on the buckle, so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. When the retractor lock is set - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 115
3-58 Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 116
storage behind the climate control system, touch the bottom of the climate control system panel to open. There is a USB port inside. See the infotainment manual. Keep the storage area door closed while driving. Touch the bottom of the climate control system panel to close. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 117
on the front edge of the armrest. If equipped, there are controls for the rear window sunshade and/or the infotainment system. See the infotainment manual and Rear Window Sunshade on page 2-25. Press the button and lift to access the storage area. There is a power outlet, auxiliary jack, USB port - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 118
Storage 4-3 Additional Storage Features Cargo Tie-Downs Push the cover forward to access. There is a power outlet inside. To close, push the cover again and release. There are cupholders in the center console. Push and release on the passenger side of the cover to access the cupholders. The - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 119
4-4 Storage Cargo Management System Convenience Net The vehicle may have a convenience net in the trunk. The net is attached to the cargo tie-downs. Put small loads behind the net. It can also be positioned into an envelope to hold smaller items inside. Do not use the net for heavy loads. To - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 120
Indicator ...5-17 Charging System Light ...5-18 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...5-18 Brake System Warning Light ...5-21 Electric Parking Brake Light ...5-21 Service Electric Parking Brake Light ...5-22 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ...5-22 Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light ...5-23 Lane - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 121
Ride Control System Messages ...Airbag System Messages ...Security Messages ...Service Vehicle Messages ...Starting the Vehicle Messages ...Tire Messages ...Transmission See "Steering Wheel Controls" in the infotainment manual. Heated Steering Wheel Vehicle Personalization Vehicle Personalization - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 122
Instruments and Controls 5-3 Horn Press a on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn. Windshield Wiper/Washer INT (Intermittent Wipes): Move the lever up to INT for intermittent wipes, then turn the x INT band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. If the windshield wipers - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 123
5-4 Instruments and Controls Wiper Arm Assembly Protection When using an automatic car wash, move the windshield wiper lever to OFF. This disables the automatic Rainsense windshield wipers. With Rainsense, if the transmission is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is very slow, the wipers will - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 124
SETTINGS screen button, then press Time and Date. 2. Press Set Time or Set Date. 3. Press Auto Set, then select On-Cell Network or Off-Manual to manually set the time and date. 4. Press [ Back to go back to the previous menu. If auto timing is on, the time displayed on the clock - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 125
with the accessory power outlet and could overload vehicle or adapter fuses. If a problem is experienced, see your dealer. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. See Add-On Electrical Equipment on page 9-69. To - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 126
Instruments and Controls The indicator light does not come on when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF or if the equipment is not fully seated into the outlet. If equipment is connected using more than 150 watts or a system fault is detected, a protection circuit shuts off the power supply and the indicator - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 127
the vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving, or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem, check the section that explains what to do. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous. Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Warning lights - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 128
Instruments and Controls 5-9 Instrument Cluster English Base Cluster Shown, Metric Similar - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 129
5-10 Instruments and Controls English Uplevel Balanced Cluster Shown, Metric Similar - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 130
Instruments and Controls Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster There are four uplevel instrument cluster display configurations to choose from: Simple, Performance, Balanced, or Enhanced. 5-11 Performance Configuration The Performance configuration has two interactive display zones: one in the center - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 131
5-12 Instruments and Controls Cluster Application Displays The cluster can display information regarding Navigation, Audio, and Phone. On the base cluster, a speedometer can also be displayed in the center zone. Navigation If there is no active route, a compass will be displayed. If there is an - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 132
Instruments and Controls Display Layout: Press SEL while Display Layout is highlighted to change the configuration of the uplevel cluster. See "Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster" earlier in this section. Open Source Software: Press SEL while Open Source Software is highlighted to display open source - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 133
5-14 Instruments and Controls Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge: . At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 134
Instruments and Controls 5-15 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle's engine. While driving under normal operating conditions, if the needle moves into the red area, the engine is too hot. Pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 135
. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed immediately. Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system. The system check includes the airbag sensor(s), passenger sensing system, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring, and the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 136
, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-31 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 137
lamp comes on while the engine is running, this indicates that there is an OBD II problem and diagnosis and service might be required. Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. Being aware of the light can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle. This - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 138
Flashing: A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and could damage the emission control system on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. To prevent more serious damage to the vehicle: ... If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 139
and Controls diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that might have developed. The vehicle may not pass inspection lamp is on with the engine running, or if the vehicle is placed in Service Only Mode and the malfunction indicator lamp does not come on. See your dealer for - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 140
be working. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have the brake system inspected right away. { Warning The brake system been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, have the vehicle towed for service. Metric English This light comes on when the parking brake is applied. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 141
are not functioning. If both the ABS and the brake system warning light are on, the vehicle's antilock brakes are not functioning and there is a problem with the regular brakes. See your dealer for service. See Brake System Warning Light on page 5-21 and Brake System Messages on page 5-36 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 142
while starting the vehicle. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced. For vehicles with the uplevel cluster, this light may not come on when while starting the vehicle. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced. For vehicles with the uplevel cluster, this light may not come on when - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 143
briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light then is started. If the light does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 144
-45. Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light On some vehicles this light comes on briefly while starting the vehicle. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by the dealer. If the system is working normally the indicator - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 145
it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and might have some other system problem. See your dealer. Engine Oil Pressure Light - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 146
engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns ignition is turned on. This light comes on solid when there is a problem with the AFL system. It flashes when the system is switching between lighting - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 147
5-28 Instruments and Controls Adaptive Cruise Control Light Lamps On Reminder Door Ajar Light This light comes on when the exterior lamps are in use. See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6-1. Cruise Control Light This light is white when the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC, if equipped) is on and - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 148
Instruments and Controls 5-29 Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC is displayed in the instrument cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems. S or T : Press to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster. Press S to go back to the previous menu. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 149
5-30 Instruments and Controls Average Fuel Economy (Base Cluster): Shows the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is calculated based on the number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the last time this menu item was reset. This number - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 150
Instruments and Controls Distance to Destination: Shows the distance to the destination when using route guidance. Speed Limit: Shows the current speed limit. The information for this page comes from a roadway database. Speed Warning: Allows the driver to set a speed that they do not want to exceed. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 151
5-32 Instruments and Controls Head-Up Display (HUD) { Caution If you try to use the HUD image as a parking aid, you may misjudge the distance and damage your vehicle. Do not use the HUD image as a parking aid. The HUD information can be displayed in various languages. The speedometer reading and - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 152
Instruments and Controls . 5-33 Lane Departure or Lane Keeping Assist Low Fuel . Some vehicle messages or alerts displayed in the HUD may be cleared by using the steering wheel controls. See Vehicle Messages on page 5-35. $ (Image Adjustment): Press down or lift up to center the HUD image. The - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 153
5-34 Instruments and Controls All HUD views may briefly display audio information when the driver uses the steering wheel controls to adjust the audio settings appearing in the instrument cluster. Incoming phone calls appearing in the instrument cluster, may also display in any HUD view. Metric - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 154
messages should be taken seriously and clearing the messages does not correct the problem. The following are some of the vehicle messages that may be displayed See Windshield Replacement on page 10-27. HUD Troubleshooting Check that: . Nothing is covering the HUD lens. HUD brightness setting is not too - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 155
FLUID LOW This message is displayed when the brake fluid level is low. See Brake Fluid on page 10-23. SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST This message may be displayed when there is a problem with the brake boost assist system. The brake boost assist motor may be heard and brake pedal pulsation may be - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 156
displayed when there is a problem with the parking brake. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. 5-37 ADAPTIVE CRUISE cleaning instructions, see Exterior Care on page 10-81. Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the radar object detection or camera performance. SERVICE ADAPTIVE CRUISE - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 157
5-38 Instruments and Controls Door Ajar Messages DOOR OPEN A door open symbol will be displayed on the DIC showing which door is open. If the vehicle has been shifted out of P (Park), a DOOR OPEN message will also be displayed. The DOOR OPEN message may also be displayed if the vehicle starts to - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 158
Schedule on page 11-4. message remains on, take the vehicle to your dealer for service. See Engine Oil on page 10-9. OIL PRESSURE LOW - STOP ENGINE This message stays on, the vehicle should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible. Fuel System Messages FUEL LEVEL LOW This message - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 159
for five minutes. Press the brake pedal to restart the vehicle. Lamp Messages AFL (ADAPTIVE FORWARD LIGHTING) LAMPS NEED SERVICE This message displays when the AFL system is disabled and needs service. See your dealer. See Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) on page 6-5. TURN SIGNAL ON This message is - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 160
may not work as well. The vehicle does not need service. braking functions of the Auto Collision Preparation feature. Some last message may also be displayed if there is a problem with the StabiliTrak system. AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP UNAVAILABLE instructions, see Exterior Care on page 10-81. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 161
) and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system is temporarily unavailable. The LKA system does not need service. This message could be due to the camera being blocked. Clean the outside of the windshield entire front and/or rear of the vehicle. For cleaning instructions, see Exterior Care on page 10-81. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 162
with the Parking Assist system. Do not use this system to help you park. See your dealer for service. SERVICE REAR AUTO BRAKE AND PARK ASSIST This message displays if there is a problem with the parking and backing features of the Driver Assistance System. Do not use this system to help park - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 163
to the dealer. If the message still displays or appears again when you begin driving, the system needs service. See your dealer. SERVICE SUSPENSION SYSTEM This message displays when there is a problem with the Magnetic Ride Control system. See Magnetic Ride Control on page 9-31. Have the vehicle - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 164
message at a time. The DIC also shows the tire pressure values. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-29. Tire Messages SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM This message displays if there is a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10-48 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 165
reaches a safe level. Transmission Messages SERVICE TRANSMISSION This message displays if there is a problem with the transmission. See your dealer. for the vehicle speed and engine revolutions per minute (rpm). See Manual Mode on page 9-25. Vehicle Reminder Messages ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 166
lock or unlock the system. Press Back to go back to the previous menu. Each menu is detailed in the following information. Time and Date Manually set the time and date. See Clock on page 5-5. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 167
Driver Speed Limiter If equipped, this allows the maximum speed limit of the vehicle to be set. See "Teen Driver" in "Settings" in the infotainment manual. Select Off or On. Teen Driver Speed Warning This allows a warning to be set when a certain speed is exceeded. See "Teen Driver" in "Settings" in - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 168
adjusts the volume based on the noise in the vehicle. See "Bose AudioPilot Noise Compensation Technology" under "Infotainment System Settings" in the infotainment manual. Select Off or On. Maximum Start Up Volume This feature sets the maximum startup volume. If the vehicle is started and the volume - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 169
5-50 Instruments and Controls Departure Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control, Parking Assist, and Backing Warning alerts. Select Beeps or Safety Alert Seat. Auto Collision Preparation This feature will turn on or off the Forward Collision Alert feature as well as the Automatic Braking capability of the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 170
Instruments and Controls Comfort and Convenience Select and the following may display: ... 5-51 Select Off or On. Chime Volume This allows the selection of the chime volume level. Press + or − to adjust the volume. Reverse Tilt Mirror When on, both the driver and passenger outside mirrors will tilt - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 171
5-52 Instruments and Controls Delayed Door Lock When on, this feature will delay the locking of the doors. To override the delay, press the power door lock switch on the door. Select Off or On. Remote Lock Feedback This allows selection of what type of feedback is given when locking the vehicle - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 172
. Select Off or On. Pair New Device Select to pair a new device. See "Pairing" in "Infotainment Controls" under "Bluetooth" in the infotainment manual. Device Management Select to connect to a different phone source, disconnect a phone, or delete a phone. Ringtones Press to change the ring tone for - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 173
5-54 Display Instruments and Controls Rear Camera This allows for Rear Park Assist Symbols, and Guidance Lines to be turned off or on. Select Off or On for the desired feature. See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing on page 9-44. Restore Vehicle Settings This allows selection of restoring - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 174
that does not have the stop and reverse feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Read these instructions completely before programming the Universal Remote system. It may help to have another person assist with the programming process. Keep the original - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 175
5-56 Instruments and Controls button is pressed, then programming is complete. There is no need to complete Steps 4-6. . hand-held transmitter was supplied by the manufacturer of the garage door opener receiver. 2. At the same time, press and hold both the hand-held transmitter button and one of - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 176
Instruments and Controls does not flash, press and hold the same button a second time for two seconds, then release it. Again, if the door does not move or the garage door lamp does not flash, press and hold the same button a third time for two seconds, then release it. The Universal Remote system - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 177
5-58 Instruments and Controls Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the system buttons: 1. Press and hold any one of the buttons. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the button, proceed with - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 178
Lighting 6-1 Lighting Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls ...Exterior Lamps Off Reminder ...Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...Flash-to-Pass ...Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ...Automatic Headlamp System ...Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) ...Hazard Warning Flashers ...Turn and Lane-Change Signals - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 179
6-2 Lighting There is a sensor near the top center of the windshield that automatically controls the system. Keep this area of the windshield clear of debris to allow for best system performance. This light comes on in the instrument cluster when the IntelliBeam system is enabled. Turning On and - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 180
Lighting . 6-3 The IntelliBeam system is disabled by the high/low-beam changer or the flash-to-pass feature. If this happens, the high/ low-beam changer must be activated two times within two seconds to reactivate the IntelliBeam system. The instrument cluster light will come on to indicate the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 181
6-4 Lighting The DRL turn off when the headlamps are turned to O or the ignition is off. If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp system comes on immediately. If it is light outside when the vehicle leaves the garage, there is a slight delay before the automatic headlamp - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 182
Lighting Lights On with Wipers If the windshield wipers are activated in daylight with the engine on, and the exterior lamp control is in AUTO, the headlamps, parking lamps, and other exterior lamps come on. The transition time for the lamps coming on varies based on wiper speed. When the wipers are - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 183
completed. If the lever is briefly pressed and released, the turn signal flashes three times. The turn and lane-change signal can be turned off manually by moving the lever back to its original position. If after signaling a turn or lane change, the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 184
There are reading lamps on the overhead console and over the rear passenger doors. These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened. To manually turn the reading lamps on or off: Courtesy Lamps The courtesy lamps come on when any door is opened and the dome lamp is in - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 185
. After about 30 seconds the exterior lamps turn off, then the dome lamps and remaining interior lights dim to off. Entry lighting can be disabled manually by changing the ignition out of the OFF position, or by pressing Q on the RKE transmitter. This feature can be changed. See "Vehicle Locator - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 186
Lighting Battery Saver The exterior lamps turn off about 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off, if the parking lamps or headlamps have been manually left on. This protects against draining the battery. To restart the 10-minute timer, turn the exterior lamp control to the off position and then - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 187
6-10 Lighting 2 NOTES - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 188
Infotainment System 7-1 Infotainment System Introduction Infotainment ...7-1 Introduction Infotainment See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on settings. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 189
7-2 Infotainment System 2 NOTES - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 190
are used to adjust the heating, cooling, and ventilation. Air Vents Air Vents ...8-8 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...8-9 Service ...8-9 Climate Control Buttons 1. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls 2. Fan Control 3. OFF (Fan) 4. Driver and Passenger Heated and Ventilated - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 191
in the touch screen application tray. A selection can then be made on the front climate control page displayed. See the infotainment manual. Climate Control Status Screen 7. Rear Window Defogger 8. Recirculation Climate Touch Screen Controls 1. Outside Temperature Display 2. Driver and Passenger - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 192
on or AUTO is displayed on the touch screen, the system is in full automatic operation. If the air delivery mode or fan setting is manually adjusted, the auto indicator turns off and the display will show the selected settings. Auto operation can be turned off individually for climate settings. For - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 193
button is lit. Pressing any of the air delivery buttons cancels automatic air delivery control and the direction of the airflow can be controlled manually. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation. To change the current mode, select one of the following: 0 (Defrost): Clears the windshield of fog - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 194
Climate Controls Auto Defog: The climate control system may have a sensor to automatically detect high humidity inside the vehicle. When high humidity is detected, the climate control system may adjust to outside air supply and turn on the air conditioner. If the climate control system does not - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 195
8-6 Sensor Climate Controls Rear Climate Control System If equipped, the rear climate control system is on the rear of the center console. The settings can be adjusted with the rear climate control buttons and the touch screen. 4. O (On/Off) 5. Temperature Control The solar sensor, on top of - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 196
The air delivery is controlled automatically. The AUTO indicator appears on the display. If the MODE setting is manually adjusted, this cancels full automatic operation. Manual Operation 8-7 S A T (Fan Control): Press or press and hold the front climate control buttons or touch screen to increase - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 197
8-8 Climate Controls Operation Tips . Air Vents Adjustable air vents are in the center and on the side of the instrument panel. Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from air inlets at the base of the windshield that could block the flow of air into the vehicle. Keep the path under the front seats - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 198
or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle. It should only be replaced by a new evaporator to ensure proper and safe operation. During service, all refrigerants should be reclaimed with proper equipment. Venting refrigerants directly to the atmosphere is harmful to the environment and may also - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 199
8-10 Climate Controls 2 NOTES - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 200
Zone Alert (SBZA) ...9-54 Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ...9-56 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...9-57 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission ...9-23 Manual Mode ...9-25 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...9-25 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...Electric Parking Brake ...Brake Assist ...Hill Start - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 201
9-2 Driving and Operating Fuel Additives ...9-61 Filling the Tank ...9-61 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...9-63 Driving Information Distracted Driving Distraction comes in many forms and can take your focus from the task of driving. Exercise good judgment and do not let other activities - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 202
off the road too long or too often could cause a crash resulting in injury or death. Focus your attention on driving. Refer to the CUE manual for more information on using the CUE system, if equipped. . Allow enough following distance between you and the driver in front of you. Focus on - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 203
will be stiffer than normal at slow speeds. See your dealer for service. If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven, brake steered but may require increased effort. See your dealer if there is a problem. Variable Effort Steering Some vehicles have a steering system that varies the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 204
the power steering system and there may be loss of power steering assist. Steering in Emergencies . There are some situations when steering around a problem may be more effective than braking. Holding both sides of the steering wheel allows you to turn 180 degrees without removing a hand. Antilock - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 205
9-6 . Driving and Operating material on the road. Learn to recognize warning clues - such as enough water, ice, or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface - and slow down when you have any doubt. . Steering or Cornering Skid - too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 206
dangerous. This can cause overheating of the brakes and loss of steering. Always have the engine running and the vehicle in gear. . Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. Shift to a lower gear when going down steep or - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 207
Conditions Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, use Roadside Service. See Roadside Service on page 13-5. To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: . Winter Driving Driving on Snow or Ice Drive carefully when - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 208
Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: . 9-9 Warning (Continued) For more information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust on page 9-22. To save fuel, run the engine for only short periods as needed to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 209
9-10 Driving and Operating Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels. Turn off any traction system. Shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and a low forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. To prevent - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 210
by the final body manufacturer. The Tire and Loading Information label should be attached to the B-pillar. See the final stage manufacturer's manual or contact them directly. The label shows the original tires installed on the professional vehicle, the recommended cold tire inflation pressures for - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 211
capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle." See Trailer Towing on page 9-67 for important - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 212
Driving and Operating seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. Certification Label 9-13 and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for the vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 213
9-14 Driving and Operating { Warning Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). This can cause systems to break and change the way the vehicle handles. This could cause loss of control and a - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 214
Driving and Operating 9-15 Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break-In Caution (Continued) breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased. Pressing the button cycles it through three modes: ACC/ACCESSORY, ON/RUN/ - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 215
9-16 Driving and Operating 3. Come to a complete stop, shift to P (Park), and turn the ignition off. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in P (Park) to turn the ignition to the OFF position. 4. Set the parking brake. See Electric Parking Brake on page 9-27. ACC/ - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 216
and holding the button for more than five seconds will place the vehicle in Service Only Mode. The instruments and audio systems will operate as they do in vehicle will not be able to be driven. The engine will not start in Service Only Mode. Press the button again to turn the vehicle off. 9-17 { - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 217
9-18 Driving and Operating try, to allow the cranking motor to cool down. When the engine starts, let go of the button and the accelerator. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. Do not race the engine immediately after - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 218
Driving and Operating Check the heater cord for damage. If it is damaged, do not use it. See your dealer for a replacement. Inspect the cord for damage yearly. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. 9-19 Warning (Continued) recommended extension cord in good operating condition, or - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 219
9-20 Driving and Operating Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running If you have to leave the vehicle with the engine running, be sure the vehicle is in P (Park) and the parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you have moved the shift lever into P (Park), hold down the regular - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 220
shift lever to the desired position. 9-21 If you still cannot move the shift lever from P (Park), consult your dealer or a professional towing service. Parking over Things That Burn Shifting out of Park This vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission shift lock control system. The shift - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 221
9-22 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) . Engine Exhaust { Warning Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death. Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: . Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 222
Driving and Operating 9-23 Automatic Transmission { Warning It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running. If you have left the engine running, the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 223
passing, and the vehicle is: . { Caution If the vehicle accelerates slowly, or does not shift gears, the transmission could be damaged. Have the vehicle serviced right away. M (Manual Mode): This position allows the driver to select the range of gears appropriate for current driving conditions. In - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 224
Driving and Operating 9-25 Manual Mode Tap Shift Mode). Vehicles with this feature have indicators on the steering wheel. The as possible. See Compact Spare Tire on page 10-73. Tap Shift allows the driver to manually control the automatic transmission. To use Tap Shift, the shift lever must be in - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 225
you to steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help more than even the very best braking. If there is a problem with ABS, this warning light stays on. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light on page 5-22. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 226
light flashes continuously, then the EPB is only partially applied or there is a problem with the EPB. A DIC message will display. Release the EPB and try If the light does not come on, or keeps flashing, have the vehicle serviced. Do not drive the vehicle if the red parking brake status light is - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 227
9-28 Driving and Operating brake status light is off. If either light stays on after release is attempted, see your dealer. The vehicle may automatically apply the EPB in some situations when the vehicle is not moving. This is normal, and is done to periodically check the correct operation of the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 228
. The systems may be heard or felt while they are operating or while performing diagnostic checks. This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle. It is recommended to leave both systems on for normal driving conditions, but it may be necessary to turn TCS off if - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 229
and wait 15 seconds. 3. Start the engine. Drive the vehicle. If d comes on and stays on, the vehicle may need more time to diagnose the problem. If the condition persists, see your dealer. The button for TCS and StabiliTrak is on the center stack. Flash when TCS is limiting wheel spin - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 230
more "feel," or response to road conditions. The vehicle is normally in Tour Mode. Sport Mode is engaged when the shift lever is placed in M (Manual Mode). When the shift lever is placed in D (Drive) the system will revert back to Tour Mode. The Driver Information Center (DIC) briefly displays the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 231
the compressor runs often for longer than one minute within the same trip and the vehicle remains low in the rear, see your dealer for service. If the vehicle is not used for several weeks, the rear of the vehicle may look low. When the engine is started, the vehicle will - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 232
Driving and Operating If the Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control system begins to limit wheel spin while using cruise control, the cruise control automatically disengages. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-29. If a collision alert occurs when cruise control is - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 233
9-34 Driving and Operating Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already activated: . 3. Press and release SET− . The desired set speed briefly appears in the instrument cluster. 4. Remove foot from the accelerator. When the cruise control has been set to the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 234
Driving and Operating The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric units. See Instrument Cluster on page 5-9. The increment value used depends on the units displayed. Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 235
9-36 Driving and Operating See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-29. When road conditions allow ACC to be safely used, the ACC can be turned back on. ACC will not engage if the TCS or StabiliTrak electronic stability control system is disabled. { Warning Adaptive Cruise - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 236
Driving and Operating SET- (Set/Coast): Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate ACC or to decrease vehicle speed if ACC is already activated. To decrease speed by 1 km/h (1 mph), press SET− down to the first detent. To decrease speed to the next 5 km/h (5 mph) mark on the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 237
9-38 Driving and Operating . Increasing Speed While ACC is at a Set Speed If ACC is already activated, do one of the following: . Use the accelerator to get to the higher speed. Press SET- down. Release the control and the accelerator pedal. The vehicle will now cruise at the higher speed. When - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 238
Driving and Operating Press [ on the steering wheel to adjust the following gap. Each press cycles the gap button through three settings: Far, Medium, or Near. When pressed, the current gap setting displays briefly on the instrument cluster and HUD. The gap setting will be maintained until it is - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 239
to slow the vehicle when: . . lights will come on. The automatic braking may feel or sound different than if the brakes were applied manually. This is normal. Stationary or Very Slow-Moving Objects The sensors are blocked. The Traction Control System (TCS) or electronic stability control system - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 240
the vehicle will no longer be held at a stop. The vehicle can move. When ACC is holding the vehicle at a stop, always be prepared to manually apply the brakes. ACC Override If using the accelerator pedal while ACC is active, a DIC warning message will indicate that automatic braking will not occur - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 241
to vehicles in different lanes, signs, guardrails, and other stationary objects when entering or exiting a curve. This is normal operation. The vehicle does not need service. ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead until it is completely in the lane. The brakes may need to be - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 242
of the vehicle can become blocked by snow, ice, dirt, or mud. These areas need to be cleaned for ACC to operate properly. For cleaning instructions, see "Washing the Vehicle" under Exterior Care on page 10-81. System operation may also be limited under snow, heavy rain, or road spray conditions - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 243
9-44 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) Audible or Safety Alert Seat Some driver assistance features alert the driver of obstacles by beeping. To change the volume of the warning chime, see "Comfort and Convenience" under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-47. If equipped with the Safety - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 244
Driving and Operating 9-45 { Warning The RVC system does not display children, pedestrians, bicyclists, crossing traffic, animals, or any other object located outside the camera's field of view, below the bumper, or under the vehicle. Perceived distances may be different from actual distances. Do - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 245
9-46 Driving and Operating Alert Seat will pulse five times. Beeps for Front Parking Assist are higher pitched than for Rear Parking Assist. Backing Warning and Rear Automatic Braking Vehicles with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) have the Backing Warning System and Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 246
Driving and Operating may automatically brake hard to a stop to help avoid or reduce the harm caused by a backing crash. 9-47 Warning (Continued) Automatic Braking, always check the area around the vehicle before and while backing. Pressing the brake pedal after the vehicle comes to a stop will - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 247
spots. When using APA, you must still shift gears, and control the brakes and accelerator. The Driver information Center (DIC) and audible beeps help to guide parking maneuvers. { Warning APA does not apply the brakes. APA may not detect objects in the parking space, objects that are (Continued) - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 248
the vehicle into a previously detected space. The APA system does not need service. 9-49 to avoid vehicles, pedestrians, or objects. If the vehicle exceeds additional maneuvers may be required, and there will be additional instructions. When changing gears, allow the automatic steering to complete - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 249
9-50 . Driving and Operating A high priority vehicle message is displayed in the DIC. An incoming call is received through a connected phone. Disconnect the phone from the vehicle to prevent APA from disengaging. . Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System If equipped, the FCA system may help to - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 250
Driving and Operating Detecting the Vehicle Ahead Warning (Continued) or ice, or if the windshield is damaged. It may also not detect a vehicle on winding or hilly roads, or in conditions that can limit visibility such as fog, rain, or snow, or if the headlamps or windshield are not cleaned or in - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 251
vehicles, vehicles in other lanes, objects that are not vehicles, or shadows. These alerts are normal operation and the vehicle does not need service. The vehicle ahead indicator will display amber when you are following a vehicle ahead much too closely. Cleaning the System If the FCA system - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 252
Driving and Operating vehicle to help avoid or lessen the severity of crashes when driving in a forward gear. 9-53 Automatic Collision Preparation (ACP) System When driving in a forward gear above 4 km/h (2.5 mph), ACP may help reduce crash damage by applying the brakes. It has a detection range - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 253
9-54 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) It could respond to a turning vehicle ahead, guardrails, signs, and other non-moving objects. To override Automatic Braking, firmly press the accelerator pedal, if it is safe to do so. Automatic Braking can be disabled or reduced through vehicle - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 254
Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) check mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use the turn signals. SBZA Detection Zones zone starts at approximately the middle of the vehicle and goes back 5 m (16 ft). 9-55 How the System Works The SBZA symbol lights up in the side mirrors when the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 255
blind zone, especially in wet conditions. The system does not need to be serviced. The system may light up due to guardrails, signs, trees, shrubs, and mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For cleaning instructions, see "Washing the Vehicle" under Exterior Care on page 10-81. If - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 256
, cracks in the road, temporary or construction lane markings, or other road imperfections. This is normal system operation; the vehicle does not need service. Turn LDW off if these conditions continue. How the System Works The LDW camera sensor is on the windshield ahead of the rearview mirror - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 257
9-58 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) proper condition, or if the sun shines directly into the camera... the steering wheel. LKA uses a camera to detect lane markings between 60 km/h (37 mph) and 180 km/h (112 mph). { Warning Using LKA while towing a trailer or on slippery roads could - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 258
shadows, cracks in the road, temporary or construction lane markings, or other road imperfections. This is normal system operation; the vehicle does not need service. Turn LKA off if these conditions continue. When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly The system performance may be affected by - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 259
occur and may void the vehicle warranty. If heavy knocking is heard when using gasoline rated at 91 octane or higher, the engine needs service. Use of Seasonal Fuels Use summer and winter fuels in the appropriate season. The fuels industry automatically modifies the fuel for the appropriate season - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 260
use of improper fuel would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island. Turn off the engine when refueling. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from fuel. Do not leave the fuel - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 261
9-62 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) If equipped, the fuel door is locked when the vehicle doors are locked. Press K on the RKE transmitter to unlock. To open the fuel door, push and release the rearward center edge of the door. The vehicle has a capless refueling system and does not have - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 262
Driving and Operating 9-63 { Warning Attempting to refuel without using the funnel adapter may cause fuel spillage and damage the capless fuel system. This could cause a fire and you or others could be badly burned and the vehicle could be damaged. 3. Remove and clean the funnel adapter and return - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 263
9-64 Driving and Operating . Trailer Towing General Towing Information Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle. Contact your dealer or trailering dealer for assistance with preparing the vehicle for towing a trailer. Read the entire section before towing a trailer. For - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 264
to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. Making Turns Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving the vehicle without a trailer. This - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 265
is clear of the chocks. 7. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance when Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. See Maintenance Schedule on page 11-4. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 266
Driving and Operating lubricant, belts, cooling system, and brake system. It is a good idea to inspect these before and during the trip. Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight. a trailer are all important. It can depend on any special equipment on the vehicle, and the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 267
into the vehicle. See Engine Exhaust on page 9-22. Trailer Brakes Does the trailer have its own brakes? Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so they are installed, adjusted, and maintained properly. Because the vehicle has antilock brakes, do not tap into the vehicle - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 268
-volt battery, even if the vehicle is not operating. The vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 3-36 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 3-36. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 269
9-70 Driving and Operating 2 NOTES - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 270
Proposition 65 Warning ...California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ...Accessories and Modifications ...10-2 10-2 10-3 10-3 Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work ...10-3 Hood ...10-4 Engine Compartment Overview ...10-5 Engine Cover ...10-8 Engine Oil ...10-9 Engine Oil Life System ...10 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 271
Kit ...10-61 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ...10-68 General Information For service and parts needs, visit your dealer. You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Jump Starting Jump Starting ...10-75 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 272
if you do not have the proper knowledge, service manual, tools, or parts. Always follow owner manual procedures and consult the service manual for your vehicle before doing any service work. If doing some of your own service work, use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 273
the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 3-36. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Maintenance Records on page 11-16. Hood To open the hood: { Caution Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage to vehicle - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 274
Vehicle Care 10-5 Engine Compartment Overview 3.6L V6 Engine - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 275
10-6 Vehicle Care 5. Engine Cover on page 10-8. 6. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View). See Cooling System on page 10-14. 7. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brakes on page 10-22. 8. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Engine Coolant on page 10-16. 9. Battery on page 10-24 (Battery Cover not - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 276
Vehicle Care 10-7 3.6L V6 Engine Twin Turbo - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 277
10-8 Vehicle Care 10. Battery on page 10-24 (Battery Cover not Shown). 11. Remote Positive (+) Terminal (Battery Cover not Shown). See Jump Starting on page 10-75. 12. Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10-31. 13. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid on page 10-22. 14. Remote - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 278
Vehicle Care 5. Reverse Steps 1-4 to reinstall the engine cover. 10-9 Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to get an accurate reading, the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a loop. See Engine Compartment - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 279
shows the proper operating range, the engine could be damaged. You should drain out the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle and seek a service professional to remove the excess amount of oil. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10-5 for the location of the engine oil fill cap. Selecting - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 280
Failure to use the recommended engine oil can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. Check with your dealer or service provider on whether the oil is approved to the dexos1 specification. Viscosity Grade Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade engine oil. Cold Temperature Operation - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 281
. The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset. Your dealer has trained service people who will perform this work and reset the system. It is also important to check the oil regularly over the course of an oil - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 282
Vehicle Care 10-13 Automatic Transmission Fluid A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to the dealer and have it repaired as soon as possible. See your dealer to have the fluid and filter changed at the intervals listed in the Maintenance - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 283
10-14 Vehicle Care 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Screws Secondary Air Hose Lower Air Duct Clamp Lower Electrical Connector Upper Electrical Connector Upper Air Duct Clamp { Warning Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 284
Vehicle Care 10-15 Warning (Continued) and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. { Warning 3.6L V6 Engine 1. Electric Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View) 2. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap 3.6L V6 Engine Twin Turbo 1. Electric Engine Cooling - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 285
could require changing sooner. Any repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always use DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant in the vehicle. problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 10-19. What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 286
the trash, pouring it on the ground, or pouring into sewers, streams, or bodies of water. Have the coolant changed by an authorized service center, familiar with legal requirements regarding used coolant disposal. This will help protect the environment and your health. 10-17 Checking Coolant The - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 287
10-18 Vehicle Care { Warning Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the surge tank pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool. 1. Turn the pressure cap - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 288
If the engine is overheating, the fans should be running. If they are not, do not continue to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced. 10-19 Caution (Continued) covered by the vehicle warranty. See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 10-20 for information on driving to a safe - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 289
If No Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle: ... Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode This emergency operating - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 290
or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided. system or an unusual noise is heard. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. 10-21 6. Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. Power Steering Fluid - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 291
Fluid What to Use When adding windshield washer fluid to the vehicle, be sure to read the manufacturer instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below crash. When the brake wear warning sound is heard, have the vehicle serviced. . . - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 292
if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign that brake service may be required. Brake Fluid Replacing Brake System Parts Always replace brake system parts with new, approved replacement parts. If this is not done, the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 293
10-24 Vehicle Care What to Add Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid from a sealed container. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-13. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir. hydraulic system - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 294
conditions, transfer case fluid does not require changing or checking unless there is a fluid leak or unusual noise. If required, have the transfer case serviced by your dealer. Vehicle Storage { Warning Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 295
brake, try to move the shift lever out of P (Park) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of P (Park), contact your dealer for service. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. . If the vehicle starts - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 296
Vehicle Care ineffective, replace the wiper blade. For proper windshield wiper blade length and type, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11-14. 10-27 Windshield Replacement The windshield is part of the HUD system. If the vehicle has to have the windshield replaced, get one that is designed - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 297
The high intensity discharge lighting system operates at a very high voltage. If you try to service any of the system components, you could be seriously injured. Have your dealer or a qualified technician service them. After an HID headlamp bulb has been replaced, the beam might be a slightly - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 298
Vehicle Care 2. Remove the bulb socket (1) by turning counterclockwise and pulling straight out of the lamp assembly (2). 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. Install the new bulb in the bulb socket. 5. Install the bulb socket by turning clockwise. 10-29 4. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 299
in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems. To check a fuse, look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure to - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 300
Vehicle Care 10-31 Engine Compartment Fuse Block To remove the fuse block cover, squeeze the three retaining clips on the cover and lift it straight up. { Caution Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component. The - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 301
10-32 J-Case Fuses 25 26 27 28 41 42 44 45 Vehicle Care Usage Retained Accessory Power Antilock Brake System Pump Electric Parking Brake Rear Window Defogger Brake Vacuum Assist Pump Cooling Fan K2 Headlamp Washer Cooling Fan K1 Usage Transmission Control Module - Battery Engine Control Module - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 302
Vehicle Care Mini Fuses 31 32 33 34 35 37 38 46 47 Usage Left Front Heated Seat Body Control Module 6 Right Front Heated Seat Antilock Brake System Valves Amplifier Right High Beam Left High Beam Cooling Fan Relay Six Cylinder Engine: Pre Catalytic Converter Oxygen Sensor Heater, Canister Purge - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 303
10-34 Micro Relays 1 2 4 5 8 10 11 14 Vehicle Care Usage Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch Starter Wiper Speed Wiper Control Not Used Cooling Fan Headlamp Washer Headlamp Low Beam The instrument panel fuse block is in the instrument panel, on the driver side of the vehicle. To access the fuses, - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 304
Vehicle Care Fuses 5 Usage Infotainment and Center Stack Displays, Head-up Display, Instrument Cluster, Rear Seat Entertainment Power Outlet 1 Power Outlet 2 Body Control Module 1 Body Control Module 4 Body Control Module 8 (J-Case Fuse) Front Heater Ventilation Air Conditioning/Blower (J-Case Fuse) - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 305
10-36 Vehicle Care Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is on the left side of the trunk behind a cover. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Fuse Usage Number F01 F02 F03 Not Used Spare Not Used Fuse Number F04 F05 F06 F07 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 306
Vehicle Care Fuse Number F08 F09 F10 F11 F12 F13 F14 F15 F16 F17 F18 F19 Usage Front Courtesy Lamps Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Semi-active Damping System Universal Garage Door Opener/Rain, Light, and Humidity Sensor Fuse Number F20 F21 F22 F23 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 307
Tires Every new GM vehicle has high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. See the warranty manual for information regarding the tire warranty and where to get service. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer. Warning (Continued) Worn or old tires can cause a crash - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 308
Vehicle Care See Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation on page 10-47 for inflation pressure adjustment for high-speed driving. traction or performance as winter tires on snow or ice-covered roads. See Winter Tires on page 10-39. . 10-39 Use only radial ply tires of the same size, load range, and - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 309
10-40 Vehicle Care and service description. See the "Tire Size" illustration later in this section. (2) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Specification): Original equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire performance - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 310
: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load. (2) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire or temporary numbers define a tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service description. The letter T as the first character in the tire size - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 311
diagonal or bias ply construction; and the letter B means belted-bias ply construction. (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of the wheel in inches. (6) Service Description: These characters represent the load index and speed rating of the tire. The load index represents the load carrying capacity a tire is - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 312
Vehicle Care automatic transmission, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire's height to its width. Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords between the plies and the tread. Cords may be made from steel or other reinforcing materials. Bead: The tire - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 313
: A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. Rim: A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated. Sidewall: The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead. Speed Rating: An alphanumeric - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 314
Vehicle Care Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimes called wear bars, that show across the tread of a tire when only 1.6 mm (1/ 16 in) of tread remains. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 10-53. UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards): A tire information system that provides - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 315
indicates the original equipment tires and the correct cold tire inflation pressures. The recommended pressure is the minimum air pressure needed to support the vehicle's maximum load carrying capacity. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-10. How the vehicle is loaded affects vehicle handling and - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 316
Vehicle Care 10-47 Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation { Warning Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher, puts an additional strain on tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat buildup and can cause sudden tire failure. You could have a crash and you or others - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 317
10-48 Vehicle Care not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 318
Vehicle Care pressure levels can be viewed. For additional information and details about the DIC operation and displays see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-29. When a low tire pressure condition is detected, the TPMS illuminates the low tire pressure warning light on the instrument cluster - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 319
information regarding the inflator kit materials and instructions. Replacement tires or wheels do not message come on at each ignition cycle until the problem is corrected. Some of the conditions that can cause low tire condition. See your dealer for service if the TPMS malfunction light and DIC - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 320
in the following order: driver side front tire, passenger side front tire, passenger side rear tire, and driver side rear. See your dealer for service or to purchase a relearn tool. A TPMS relearn tool can also be purchased. See Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor Activation Tool at www.gmtoolsandequipment - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 321
10-52 Vehicle Care . matching process is no longer active. The TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message on the DIC display screen goes off. 11. Shut the ignition off. 12. Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label. The tread or sidewall is - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 322
Vehicle Care Do not include the spare tire in the tire rotation. Adjust the front and rear tires to the recommended inflation pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label after the tires have been rotated. See Tire Pressure on page 10-45 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-10. Reset the Tire - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 323
10-54 Vehicle Care slow aging. This area should be free of grease, gasoline, or other substances that can deteriorate rubber. Parking for an extended period can cause flat spots on the tires that may result in vibrations while driving. When storing a vehicle for at least a month, remove the tires - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 324
in a crash or other vehicle damage. Use the correct size, brand, and type of tires on all wheels. { Warning Tires could explode during improper service. Attempting to mount or dismount a tire could cause injury or death. (Continued) { Warning Using bias-ply tires on the vehicle may cause the wheel - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 325
10-56 Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-10. { Warning If different sized wheels are used, there may not be an acceptable level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 326
200 Traction AA Temperature A 10-57 their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 327
, the tires and wheels may need to be rebalanced. See your dealer for proper diagnosis. { Caution The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 328
type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for the vehicle's tire size combination and road conditions. Follow that manufacturer's instructions. To avoid vehicle damage, drive slow and readjust or remove the traction device if it contacts the vehicle. Do not spin the wheels - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 329
while severely underinflated or flat. Have your dealer or an authorized tire service center repair or replace the flat tire as soon as possible. the parking brake firmly. 2. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 3. Turn off the engine and do - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 330
To use the jacking equipment to change a spare tire safely, follow the instructions below. Then see Tire Changing on page 10-69. To use the tire When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks (1), if equipped. The following - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 331
for the tire sealant and compressor kit to be effective. See Roadside Service on page 13-5. Read and follow all of the tire sealant and compressor kit instructions. Tire Sealant Read and follow the safe handling instructions on the label adhered to the sealant canister. Check the tire sealant - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 332
Vehicle Care There is only enough sealant to seal one tire. After usage, the sealant canister and sealant/air hose assembly must be replaced. See "Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister" following. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10-63 Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 333
10-64 Vehicle Care If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet, do not use the cigarette lighter. If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter, use the cigarette lighter. Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window. 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running while using the air - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 334
power outlet and unscrew the inflating hose from the tire valve. See Roadside Service on page 13-5. 11. Press the on/off button (2) to turn the too severely damaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire. See Roadside Service on page 13-5. If the tire pressure has not dropped more than 68 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 335
10-66 Vehicle Care 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Pressure Gauge Pressure Deflation Button Tire Sealant Canister Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) Air Only Hose (Black) Power Plug Canister Release Button (Under Sealant/Air Hose) 20. Wipe off any sealant from the wheel, tire, and vehicle. 21. Dispose of the used - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 336
Vehicle Care 3. Place the kit on the ground. Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so the hose will reach it. 4. Remove the tire valve stem cap from the flat tire by turning it counterclockwise. 5. Attach the air only hose (7) onto the tire valve stem by turning it - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 337
10-68 Vehicle Care Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister To remove the sealant canister: 1. Unwrap the sealant hose. 2. Press the canister release button (9). 3. Pull up and remove the canister. 4. Replace with a new canister which is available from your dealer. 5. Push the new canister - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 338
tire. Remove them from their container and place them near the tire being changed. If this is a professional vehicle, see the Coachbuilder 's Owner Manual for information on the spare tire and tools storage and location. 3. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen all the wheel nuts, but do - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 339
on a jack is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. { Warning Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 340
Vehicle Care 10-71 Warning (Continued) an emergency, a cloth or a paper towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt. 9. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 341
10-72 Vehicle Care { Warning Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle's wheel could fall off, causing a crash. 14. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 15. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 342
Vehicle Care 17. Lower the jack all the way and remove the jack from under the vehicle. 18. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly with the wheel wrench. 10-73 To store the compact spare tire, use the shorter mounting bolt. The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 343
installed, do not take the vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails which can damage 9-10 for information regarding proper tire inflation and loading the vehicle. For instructions on how to remove, install, or store a spare tire, see Tire - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 344
Vehicle Care Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced and installed back onto the vehicle as soon as possible so the spare tire will be available in case it is needed again. Do not mix tires and wheels of different sizes, because they will not fit. Keep the spare tire and its wheel - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 345
10-76 Vehicle Care 3. Reverse Steps 1-2 to reinstall the battery cover. The vehicle has a battery cover which must be removed to gain access to the battery for jump starting. 1. Clips 2. Pivot Points To remove the battery cover: 1. Release the two rear clips (1). 2. Lift the battery cover up - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 346
Vehicle Care These posts are used instead of a direct connection to the battery. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. 10-77 { Caution If any accessories are left on or plugged in during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 347
least four minutes. 10. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. { Caution If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 348
Vehicle Care recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing. Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly. Here are some important - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 349
designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight-ahead position. 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer instructions. The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground. If the vehicle must be towed, a dolly should be - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 350
Vehicle Care Dolly Towing from the Rear 10-81 Appearance Care Exterior Care Locks Locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, and have the locks greased after using. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-13. Caution (Continued) products can - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 351
occur. washed. This could cause damage that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. If using an automatic car wash, follow the car wash instructions. The windshield wiper and rear window wiper, if equipped, must be off. Remove any accessories that may be damaged or interfere with the car wash - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 352
Stripes Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth, and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps, lenses, emblems, decals and stripes. Follow instructions under "Washing the Vehicle" previously in this section. Lamp covers are made of plastic, and some have a UV protective coating. Do not clean - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 353
10-84 Vehicle Care can be removed by rubbing with a clean cloth. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-13. Windshield and Wiper Blades Clean the outside of the windshield with glass cleaner. Clean rubber blades using a lint-free cloth or paper towel soaked with windshield washer fluid - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 354
Vehicle Care Caution (Continued) automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes. Damage could occur and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. 10-85 Steering, Suspension, and Chassis Components Visually inspect steering, suspension, and chassis components - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 355
periods of time. Cleaners may contain solvents that can become concentrated in the interior. Before using cleaners, read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label. While cleaning the interior, maintain adequate ventilation by opening the doors and windows. To prevent damage, do not clean - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 356
Vehicle Care 10-87 { Caution To prevent scratching, never use abrasive cleaners on automotive glass. Abrasive cleaners or aggressive cleaning may damage the rear window defogger. Cleaning the windshield with water during the first three to six months of ownership will reduce tendency to fog. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 357
10-88 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel, Leather, Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Low Gloss Paint Surfaces and Natural Open Pore Wood Surfaces Use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with water to remove dust and loose dirt. For a more thorough cleaning, use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with a mild - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 358
Vehicle Care Cargo Cover and Convenience Net Wash with warm water and mild detergent. Do not use chlorine bleach. Rinse with cold water, and then dry completely. 10-89 Floor Mats . { Warning If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not properly installed, it can interfere with the pedals. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 359
10-90 Vehicle Care Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats 1. Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock the retainers and remove. 2. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snap into position. 3. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in place. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 360
and accurate diagnostics. Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours, courtesy transportation, and online scheduling to assist with service needs. Maintenance Records Maintenance Records ...11-16 Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance ...11-3 Maintenance - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 361
in hilly or mountainous terrain. Frequently towing a trailer. Used for high speed or competitive driving. Used for taxi, police, or delivery service. . { Caution Damage caused by improper maintenance can lead to costly repairs and may not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Maintenance intervals - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 362
000 km (50,000 mi), whichever comes first. Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance covers routine maintenance services, when scheduled in accordance with the owner manual, including: . . Engine air cleaner filter replacement. Passenger compartment air filter replacement. Multi‐point vehicle inspection - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 363
within the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven under the best conditions, the engine oil life system may not indicate the need for vehicle service for up to a year. The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and the oil life system must be reset. Your - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 364
needed. Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear, cracks, or other damage. Check the hold open ability of the strut. See your dealer if service is required. Check tire sealant expiration date, if equipped. See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10-61. Inspect sunroof track and seal, if - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 365
mi 2 0 4 0 0 0 k m/1 2 7 ,5 0 0 mi 2 1 6 0 0 0 k m/1 3 5 ,0 0 0 mi 2 2 8 0 0 0 k m/1 4 2 ,5 0 0 mi 2 4 0 0 0 0 k m/1 5 0 ,0 0 0 mi Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 366
and Maintenance Footnotes - Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal (1) Or every two years, whichever comes first. More frequent replacement may be needed if the vehicle is driven in areas with heavy traffic, areas - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 367
mi 2 0 4 0 0 0 k m/1 2 7 ,5 0 0 mi 2 1 6 0 0 0 k m/1 3 5 ,0 0 0 mi 2 2 8 0 0 0 k m/1 4 2 ,5 0 0 mi 2 4 0 0 0 0 k m/1 5 0 ,0 0 0 mi Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 368
, whichever comes first. Inspect for fraying, excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed. (6) Or every three years, whichever comes first. 11-9 Special Application Services . Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis components every 5 000 km/ 3,000 mi. Have underbody flushing - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 369
for it properly may help to avoid future costly repairs. To maintain vehicle performance, additional maintenance services may be required. It is recommended that your dealer perform these services - their trained dealer technicians know your vehicle best. Your dealer can also perform a thorough - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 370
point inspection, trained dealer technicians can visually inspect the shocks and struts for signs of leaking, blown seals, or damage, and can advise when service is needed. Tires Tires need to be properly inflated, rotated, and balanced. Maintaining the tires can save money and fuel, and can reduce - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 371
can inspect and recommend the right tires. Your dealer can also provide tire/wheel balancing services to ensure smooth vehicle operation at all speeds. Your dealer sells and services name brand tires. Trained dealer technicians can inspect the windshield and recommend proper replacement if - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 372
Service and Maintenance 11-13 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Engine Oil Fluid/Lubricant Use only engine oil meeting the dexos1™ - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 373
11-14 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC- - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 374
Service and Maintenance Part Spark Plugs 3.6L (LF3) 3.6L (LFX) Wiper Blades Driver Side - 65 cm (25.6 in) Passenger Side - 45 cm (17.7 in) 25892079 25882578 - - 12642791 12622561 41-118 41-109 GM Part Number 11-15 ACDelco Part Number - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 375
11-16 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 376
and Specifications on page 12-2 for the vehicle's engine code. Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications ...12-2 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...12-4 Service Parts Identification Label This label, on the load floor under the spare tire cover in the trunk, has the following information: . Vehicle - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 377
Drive All-Wheel Drive Wheel Nut Torque All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 378
Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine 3.6L V6 Engine (LF3) 3.6L V6 Engine (LFX) VIN Code 8 3 Spark Plug Gap 0.75-0.90 mm (0.030-.035 in) 0.95-1.10 mm (0.037-.043 in) 12-3 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 379
12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 380
to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolved by your dealer's sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur. If your concern has not been resolved to your - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 381
13-2 Customer Information When contacting Cadillac, remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer's facility. That is why we suggest following Step One first. STEP THREE - U.S. Owners: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 382
-charge mediation/arbitration program. General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory-related vehicle service claims. The program provides for the review of the facts involved by an impartial third party arbiter, and may include an informal - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 383
can E (Vehicle Information): Download owner manuals and view vehicle-specific how-to videos. G (Maintenance Information): View maintenance schedules, required alerts, and OnStar onboard vehicle diagnostic information. Schedule service appointments. F (Live Chat Support): Chat with online help - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 384
Articles and Auto Care Sections. Download owner manuals. Find Cadillac-recommended maintenance services. . Your name, home address, and home (VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle. Description of the problem. Roadside Service is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. General Motors - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 385
Cadillac parts and tools required to handle most roadside repairs... Emergency Tow from a Public Road or Highway: Tow to the nearest Cadillac dealer for warranty service, or if the vehicle was in a crash and cannot be driven. Assistance is not given when the vehicle is stuck in the sand, mud, or - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 386
immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety related. If it is, please call your dealership, let them know this, and ask for instructions. If your dealer requests you to bring the vehicle for service, you are urged to do so as early in - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 387
overnight warranty repairs are needed, and public transportation is used, the expense must be supported by original receipts and within the maximum amount allowed by GM for shuttle service. If U.S. customers arrange their own transportation, limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 388
result, these parts may fit poorly, exhibit premature durability/ corrosion problems, and may not perform properly in subsequent collisions. Aftermarket parts are we If a Crash Occurs If there has been an injury, call emergency services for help. Do not leave the scene of a crash until all matters - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 389
Insurance company and policy number. General description of the damage to the other vehicle. . . . . . Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on the engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 390
contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of the vehicle. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and shipping fees. 13-11 All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Make checks payable in U.S. funds. Current and Past Models Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 391
any of these systems by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. Reporting order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may call - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 392
, and, if equipped, to provide antilock braking to help the driver control the vehicle. These modules may store data to help the dealer technician service the vehicle. Some modules may also store data about how the vehicle is operated, such as rate of fuel consumption or average speed. These modules - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 393
13-14 Customer Information These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 394
of the infotainment system, use of the system may result in the storage of destinations, addresses, telephone numbers, and other trip information. See the infotainment manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions. - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 395
13-16 Customer Information 2 NOTES - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 396
, and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating. OnStar acts as a link to existing public emergency service Solid Green: System is on. Flashing Green: On a call. Red: Indicates a problem. Off: System is off. Press Q twice to speak with an OnStar Advisor. Press Q or call 1-888-4-ONSTAR - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 397
voice commands. Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation voice commands. Requires a specific OnStar subscription plan. Obtain the WiFi network name, or Service Set Identifier or SSID, and passphrase (if equipped). Receive On-Demand Diagnostics for a check of the vehicle's key operating systems. Receive - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 398
OnStar provides services including Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote Ignition Block, and Roadside Assistance, if equipped. OnStar can unlock the vehicle doors remotely, if equipped with automatic door locks, and can help police locate the vehicle if it is stolen. 4. Follow the voice-guided commands - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 399
to the vehicle. For OnStar RemoteLink information and compatibility, see www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). OnStar RemoteLink® Key Fob Services This feature is included for five years and allows for remote door lock/unlock (if equipped with automatic locks), remote start (if factory - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 400
OnStar OnStar Hands-Free Calling This service allows calls to be made and received from the vehicle. To Make a Call 1. Press =. System responds: "OnStar ready." 2. Say "Call." System responds: "Call. Please say - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 401
Monitoring System. If an On-Demand Diagnostics check is needed, press Q, and an Advisor can run a check. OnStar Additional Information Transferring Service Press Q to request account transfer eligibility information. The Advisor can assist in canceling or removing account information. How OnStar - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 402
or it has not been properly maintained. If equipment or software is added, connected, or modified, OnStar services may not work. Other problems beyond the control of OnStar may prevent service such as hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, electrical system design and architecture of the vehicle - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 403
are cautioned that the privacy of any information sent via wireless cellular communications cannot be assured. Third parties . Vehicle and Power Issues OnStar services require a vehicle electrical system, wireless service, and GPS satellite technologies to be available and operating for features - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 404
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14-10 OnStar this list of conditions in documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution. The sole exception to this condition is redistribution of a standard UnZipSFX binary (including SFXWiz) as part of a self-extracting archive; that is permitted without inclusion of this - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 406
-10 Adjustments Lumbar, Front Seats ...3-7 Thigh Support ...3-7 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...10-13 36 Passenger Status Indicator ...5-17 Readiness Light ...5-16 Servicing Airbag-Equipped Vehicles ...3-36 System Check ...3-24 Alarm 13 Automatic Transmission Manual Mode ...9-25 Shift Lock Control Function - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 407
i-2 INDEX B Battery ...10-24 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ...6-9 Jump Starting ...10-75 Power Protection ...6-9 Voltage and Charging Messages ...5-36 Blade Replacement, Wiper ...10-26 Brake Parking, Electric ...9-27 System Warning Light ...5-21 Brakes ...10-22 Antilock ...9-26 Assist ...9-28 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 408
37 Cruise Control, Active ...9-35 Customer Assistance ...13-4 Offices ...13-3 Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...13-4 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information ...13-10 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...13-1 i-3 D Damage Repair, Collision ...13-8 Danger, Warnings, and Cautions - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 409
i-4 INDEX Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...10-13 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...5-18 Compartment Overview ...10-5 Coolant ...10-16 Coolant Temperature Gauge ...5-15 Coolant Temperature Warning Light ...5-25 Cooling System ...10-14 Cooling System - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 410
55 Programming ...5-55 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature ...5-15 Fuel ...5-13 Odometer ...5-13 Speedometer ...5-13 Tachometer ...5-13 Trip Odometer ...5-13 Warning Lights and Indicators ...5-8 General Information Service and Maintenance ...11-1 Towing ...9-64 Vehicle Care ...10-2 Glove Box ...4-2 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 411
i-6 INDEX High-Beam On Light ...5-27 High-Speed Operation ...10-47 Hill and Mountain Roads ...9-7 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...9-29 Hood ...10-4 Horn ...5-3 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...3-17 J Jump Starting ...10-75 K Key and Lock Messages ...5-39 Keyless Entry Remote (RKE) System ...2-2 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 412
...5-26 Safety Belt Reminders ...5-15 Security ...5-27 Lights (cont'd) Service Electric Parking Brake ...5-22 StabiliTrak® OFF ...5-24 Tire Pressure ...5-25 Fluids and Lubricants ...11-13 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...5-18 Manual Mode ...9-25 Massage ...3-12 Memory Features ...1-9 Memory Seats - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 413
-3 OnStar® Overview ...14-1 OnStar® Security ...14-3 OnStar® Vehicle Diagnostics ...14-6 Operating Mode Overheated Engine Protection ...10-20 Ordering Service Publications ...13-10 Outlets Power ...5-6 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...10-20 Overheating, Engine ...10-19 P Park Shifting - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 414
INDEX Parking or Backing Assistance Systems ...9-44 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...5-17 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...8-9 Passenger Sensing System ...3-31 Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California ...10-3 Personalization Vehicle ...5-47 Power Door Locks ...2-13 Mirrors ...2-20 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 415
the Airbag ...3-36 Ride Control Systems Limited Slip Rear Axle ...9-31 Magnetic ...9-31 Messages ...5-43 Roads Driving, Wet ...9-6 Roadside Service ...13-5 Roof Sunroof ...2-26 Rotation, Tires ...10-52 Routing, Engine Drive Belt ...12-4 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...9-22 S Safety Belts - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 416
Lane-Change ...6-6 Spare Tire Compact ...10-73 Special Application Services ...11-9 Specifications and Capacities ...12-2 Speedometer ...5-13 StabiliTrak ) Users ...13-4 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-19 Immobilizer ...2-19 Thigh Support Adjustment ...3-7 Time ...5-5 Tires ...10-38 All-Season ...10-39 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 417
Information ...9-64 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...10-56 Universal Remote System ...5-55 Operation ...5-57 Programming ...5-55 Using This Manual ...iii V Vehicle Alarm System ...2-17 Canadian Owners ...iii Control ...9-3 Identification Number (VIN) ...12-1 Load Limits ...9-10 Messages ...5-35 - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 418
INDEX Vehicle Care Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ...10-68 Tire Pressure ...10-45 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...13-13 Vehicle Diagnostics OnStar® ...14-6 Ventilation, Air ...8-8 Visors ...2-25 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ...10-58 Different Size ...10-56 Replacement ...10- - 2015 Cadillac XTS | Owner Manual - Page 419
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