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Cadillac ATS Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 10/5/12

2013 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual

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In Brief

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Performance and

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

Keys, Doors, and

Windows

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23

Seats and Restraints

. . . . . . . . . 3-1

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-33

Storage

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-3
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Instruments and Controls

. . . . 5-1

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8

Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-26
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-32
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-43
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-49

Lighting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8

Infotainment System

. . . . . . . . . 7-1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21
Trademarks and License

Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-33

Climate Controls

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11

Driving and Operating

. . . . . . . . 9-1

Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-16
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-25
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-28
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-34
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-39
Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-50
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-64
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-70
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-75

Summary of Contents for 2013 ATS

Page 1: ...3 Instruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 8 Information Displays 5 26 Vehicle Messages 5 32 Vehicle Personalization 5 43 Universal Remote System 5 49 Lighting...

Page 2: ...1 1 General Information 11 1 Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance 11 3 Maintenance Schedule 11 3 Special Application Services 11 9 Additional Maintenance and Care 11 10 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and...

Page 3: ...wner manual Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name Gen...

Page 4: ...in injury or death WARNING These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people Notice This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage This would not be cove...

Page 5: ...rigerant Oil Antilock Brake System ABS g Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light I Certified Technician Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exter...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 CRC 10 5 12 vi Introduction 2 NOTES...

Page 7: ...te Controls 1 13 Transmission 1 14 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 15 Satellite Radio 1 15 Portable Audio Devices 1 16 Bluetooth 1 16 Steering Wheel Controls 1 16 Cruise Control 1 17 Infotainment System 1...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 CRC 10 5 12 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview...

Page 9: ...l System Base on page 8 1 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System Uplevel on page 8 5 10 Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6 7 11 Hood Release Out of View See Hood on page 10 5 12 Data Li...

Page 10: ...led information refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual Remote Keyless Entry RKE System The RKE transmitter may be used to lock and unlock the doors from up to 60 m...

Page 11: ...o run for 10 minutes Repeat the steps for a 10 minute time extension Remote start can be extended only once Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start do any of the following Press and hold unt...

Page 12: ...n activated See Power Door Locks on page 2 12 Trunk To open the trunk press from inside the vehicle or on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or push the touch pad on the rear of the trunk above...

Page 13: ...e seat Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down If available raise or lower the front part of t...

Page 14: ...1 2 SET and B Exit buttons on the driver door are used to manually save and recall memory settings for the driver seat and outside mirrors See Memory Seats on page 3 6 and Vehicle Personalization on...

Page 15: ...ly 30 minutes See Heated Front Seats on page 3 8 Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly To achieve a comfortable seating...

Page 16: ...selector switch to L Left or R Right to choose the driver or passenger mirror 2 Press one of the four arrows to move the mirror 3 Move the selector switch to to deselect the mirror The vehicle has ma...

Page 17: ...ver up to lock the steering wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Interior Lighting Dome Lamp The dome lamp is in the overhead console To change the dome lamp settings press th...

Page 18: ...eactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of P Park on automatic transmission vehicles and when the parking brake is released on manual transmission vehicles AUTO Automatically turns the exterior lamp...

Page 19: ...er down n L Pull the lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers See Windshield Wiper Washer on page 5 4 Climate Controls For vehicles with one of these systems it contro...

Page 20: ...r 8 Recirculation See Dual Automatic Climate Control System Base on page 8 1 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System Uplevel on page 8 5 Transmission Automatic Transmission Driver Shift Control DSC o...

Page 21: ...faceplate Continue pressing the FAV button to toggle through the remaining visible favorite pages See Manage Favorites under Home Page on page 7 4 Setting the Clock See Clock Base Radio on page 5 6 or...

Page 22: ...to make and receive hands free calls using the vehicle audio system and controls The Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired with the in vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehic...

Page 23: ...ress the five way control up or down to go up or down in a list Press to go up or down a page SEL Press to select a highlighted menu item C or B Press to go to the next or previous favorite when liste...

Page 24: ...he speedometer press SET down to the second detent Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory See Cruise Control on page 9 39 or Adaptive Cruise Control on page 9 42 i...

Page 25: ...rning LDW on page 9 62 Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA If available SBZA will alert the driver to vehicles in the vehicle s side blind zone When the system detects a vehicle in the side blind zone the SBZA...

Page 26: ...See Active Emergency Braking System on page 9 58 Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cell phone or MP3 player The vehicle has two accessory...

Page 27: ...or Retained Accessory Power RAP must be active to operate the sunroof See Ignition Positions on page 9 16 and Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 21 1 SLIDE Switch 2 TILT Switch Open Close Press th...

Page 28: ...icle in difficult driving conditions The system is on when the vehicle is started To turn off both Traction Control and StabiliTrak press and hold g until g and i illuminate in the instrument cluster...

Page 29: ...vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when it is time to change the engine oil and filter The oil life system should be reset to 100 only following an oil change Resetting the Oi...

Page 30: ...conditions are appropriate use cruise control Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require Keep vehicle tires properly inflated Combine several trips into a single tr...

Page 31: ...12 Delayed Locking 2 13 Automatic Door Locks 2 13 Lockout Protection 2 13 Safety Locks 2 14 Doors Trunk 2 14 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security 2 16 Vehicle Alarm System 2 16 Immobilizer 2 17 Immobili...

Page 32: ...caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter This key inside the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is used for the driver door and glove box To...

Page 33: ...gnal Check the transmitter s battery See Battery Replacement later in this section If the transmitter is still not working correctly see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyles...

Page 34: ...rm System on page 2 16 Remote Start For vehicles with this feature press and release Q and then immediately press and hold for at least two seconds to start the engine from outside the vehicle using t...

Page 35: ...e lock unlock button on a passenger door handle will unlock all doors Pressing the lock unlock button will cause all doors to lock if any of the following occur The lock unlock button was used to unlo...

Page 36: ...ith a Recognized Transmitter Keyless Access Vehicles Only A new transmitter can be programmed to the vehicle when there is one recognized transmitter To program the vehicle must be off and all transmi...

Page 37: ...y 30 minutes to complete The vehicle must be off and all transmitters to be programmed must be with you 1 Remove the key lock cylinder cap See Door Locks on page 2 11 Insert the vehicle key into the k...

Page 38: ...er battery is weak or if there is interference with the signal the DIC may display a message when you try to start the vehicle See Key and Lock Messages on page 5 36 To start the vehicle 1 Open the ce...

Page 39: ...t If available this feature allows the engine to be started from outside the vehicle Remote Vehicle Start This button will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start The climate control...

Page 40: ...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 select the ON RUN START ignition mode to drive the...

Page 41: ...n a crash is increased if the doors are not locked So all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven Young children who get into unlocke...

Page 42: ...3 on the bottom of the cap 2 and pry outward 3 Move the cap 2 rearward 4 Use the key 4 in the cylinder To replace the cap 1 Insert the two tabs at the back of the cap 2 between the black seal and the...

Page 43: ...Use the manual or power door locks to unlock the doors if someone needs to exit and to lock the doors again The power door locks can be programmed through the Driver Information Center DIC See Vehicl...

Page 44: ...h If an inside rear door handle is being pulled when the safety lock is deactivated that door will remain locked and the indicator light may flash Release the handle then press the safety lock twice t...

Page 45: ...itter must be within 1 m 3 ft of the trunk for it to be recognized then the trunk can be opened by the touch pad on the rear of the trunk above the license plate If the vehicle is ever without power t...

Page 46: ...he inside 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 Vehicl...

Page 47: ...will then re arm to monitor for the next unauthorized event The theft deterrent alarm system will not activate if the doors are locked with the key Disarming the System To disarm the system either un...

Page 48: ...ition is turned on If the engine does not start and the security light stays on there is a problem with the system Turn the ignition off and try again If the vehicle will not change ignition modes ACC...

Page 49: ...ctor switch to L Left or R Right to choose the driver or passenger mirror 2 Press one of the four arrows to move the mirror 3 Move the selector switch to to deselect the mirror Exterior Automatic Dimm...

Page 50: ...anual Rearview Mirror To avoid the glare of the headlamps from behind push the tab forward for daytime and pull it rearward for nighttime use Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror If equipped the automati...

Page 51: ...etained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 21 The power window switches on the driver door control all the windows Each passenger door has a switch that controls...

Page 52: ...n using the override mode Programming the Power Windows If the vehicle battery has been recharged or disconnected or is not working the front power windows may need to be reprogrammed for the express...

Page 53: ...Positions on page 9 16 and Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 21 1 SLIDE Switch 2 TILT Switch Open Close Press the rear or front of the switch 1 to the first detent and hold to open or close the...

Page 54: ...unroof seal or in the track This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise It could also plug the water drainage system Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debri...

Page 55: ...Belt System Parts after a Crash 3 18 Airbag System Airbag System 3 19 Where Are the Airbags 3 21 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 23 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 24 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 24 W...

Page 56: ...The vehicle s front 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...

Page 57: ...ting 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 To lower the head restrain...

Page 58: ...mbar Adjustment on page 3 4 Some vehicles are equipped with a feature that activates a vibrating pulse alert in the driver seat to help the driver avoid crashes See Driver Assistance Systems on page 9...

Page 59: ...the safety belts cannot do their job The shoulder belt will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt co...

Page 60: ...until a beep sounds Manually Recalling Memory Positions Press and hold 1 2 or B to manually recall the previously stored memory positions Releasing 1 2 or B before the stored positions are reached sto...

Page 61: ...ignition in ON RUN START See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 43 To stop recall movement press one of the memory power mirror or power seat controls If On At Ignition On is selected in the vehicle pe...

Page 62: ...anket cushion cover or similar item This may Continued WARNING Continued cause the seat heater to overheat An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat Uplevel Buttons Shown Base...

Page 63: ...l not turn on during a remote start unless they are enabled in the vehicle personalization menu See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 9 and Vehicle Personalization on page 5 43 Rear Seats Folding the Sea...

Page 64: ...e protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and...

Page 65: ...much worse than if you are wearing safety belts You can be seriously injured or killed by hitting things inside the vehicle harder or by being ejected from the vehicle In addition anyone who is not b...

Page 66: ...conscious during and after a crash so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are supplemental syste...

Page 67: ...are best able to take belt restraining forces The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash WARNING You can be seriously injured or even killed by not wearing your safety belt properly Ne...

Page 68: ...all the way the child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the way and start again 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the l...

Page 69: ...met And on vehicles with side impact and roof rail airbags safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a side crash or a rollover event Pretensioners work only once If the pretensio...

Page 70: ...hat is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder Continued WARNING Continu...

Page 71: ...t way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making...

Page 72: ...ty belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 5 13 Keep safety belts clean and dry See Safety Belt Care on page 3 18 Safety Belt Care Keep belts clean and dry WARNING Do not blea...

Page 73: ...bag for the driver A knee airbag for the front outboard passenger A seat mounted side impact airbag for the driver A seat mounted side impact airbag for the front outboard passenger A roof rail airbag...

Page 74: ...are supplemental restraints to the safety belts Everyone in the vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person WARNING Because airbags inflate with great...

Page 75: ...vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 3 33 or Infants and Young Children on page 3 35 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system che...

Page 76: ...he seat mounted side impact airbags for the driver and front outboard passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door The roof rail airbags for the driver right front passenger and seco...

Page 77: ...o the driver s or front outboard passenger s head and chest However they are only designed to inflate if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold Deployment thresholds are used to predi...

Page 78: ...ith specific vehicle design Seat mounted side impact airbags are not intended to inflate in frontal impacts near frontal impacts rollovers or rear impacts Roof rail airbags are not intended to inflate...

Page 79: ...airbags may still be at least partially inflated for some time after they inflate Some components of the airbag module may be hot for several minutes For location of the airbags see Where Are the Airb...

Page 80: ...nflate the airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the front outboard passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After a...

Page 81: ...ions No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front outboard passenger seat The sensors are designed to detect t...

Page 82: ...s move the seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger airbag and knee ai...

Page 83: ...t 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Remove the child restraint from the vehicle 3 Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers 4 Reinstall the...

Page 84: ...tor is lit Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking which helps the passenger sensing system main...

Page 85: ...eat WARNING Stowing of articles under the passenger seat or between the passenger seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system Servicing the Airbag...

Page 86: ...ation of the passenger sensing system This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag s or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag s See...

Page 87: ...airbag systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See yo...

Page 88: ...seat Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the...

Page 89: ...That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants a...

Page 90: ...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 a 110 kg 2...

Page 91: ...with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs WARNING To reduce...

Page 92: ...back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint Forward Facing Child Seat A forward facing child seat provides restr...

Page 93: ...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 move around in a collision or sudde...

Page 94: ...ail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off I...

Page 95: ...ing the instructions that came with that 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 safety...

Page 96: ...int may have a single tether 3 or a dual tether 4 Either will have a single attachment 2 to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or with...

Page 97: ...oard lower anchors are behind the vertical openings in the seat trim The top tether anchors are behind the rear seat on the filler panel Open the covers to access the anchors Be sure to use an anchor...

Page 98: ...single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash attach o...

Page 99: ...your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 3 Attach and ti...

Page 100: ...headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether raise the hea...

Page 101: ...he Restraint on page 3 39 In addition the vehicle has a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions See...

Page 102: ...restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached You will be using the lap shoulder...

Page 103: ...the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 5 and 6 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check g...

Page 104: ...restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached If the child restraint does not hav...

Page 105: ...t of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 4 and 5 6 If the child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instruct...

Page 106: ...Black plate 52 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 CRC 10 5 12 3 52 Seats and Restraints 2 NOTES...

Page 107: ...h on the cover and release There is an accessory power outlet inside See Power Outlets on page 5 7 If equipped there may also be storage behind the climate control system Touch the bottom of the clima...

Page 108: ...key to lock and unlock it The glove box may have a compact disc player inside Armrest Storage Front Armrest Push the button and lift to access the storage area The storage area may contain a USB port...

Page 109: ...ave crossrails included GM Certified crossrails can be purchased as an accessory See your dealer for additional information Notice Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 91 kg 200 lbs or...

Page 110: ...Black plate 4 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 CRC 10 5 12 4 4 Storage 2 NOTES...

Page 111: ...ht 5 19 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 5 20 Lane Departure Warning LDW Light 5 20 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 5 20 Traction Off Light 5 21 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 21 Traction Control System TCS S...

Page 112: ...Personalization 5 43 Universal Remote System Universal Remote System 5 49 Universal Remote System Programming 5 50 Universal Remote System Operation 5 52 Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust t...

Page 113: ...go to the previous or next area in the display or to the previous or next menu y or z Next or Previous Press the five way control up or down to go up or down in a list Press to go up or down a page SE...

Page 114: ...frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them Damaged blades should be replaced See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10 30 Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor Wiper Parking If the...

Page 115: ...ations return to normal when the transmission is no longer in N Neutral or the vehicle speed has increased n L Windshield Washer Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer f...

Page 116: ...NU knob to go to the next option Press S BACK to go to the last menu and save the changes AUTO SET In the Set Time view push on the area just above the chrome bar and below the AUTO SET screen button...

Page 117: ...plugs may not be compatible 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...

Page 118: ...n when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem wi...

Page 119: ...Black plate 9 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 CRC 10 5 12 Instruments and Controls 5 9 Instrument Cluster English Shown Metric Similar...

Page 120: ...rch for music or change the audio source Phone While the Phone application page is displayed press SEL to enter the Phone menu In the Phone menu if there is no active phone call view recent calls or s...

Page 121: ...dometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Center DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 26 Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm...

Page 122: ...alf full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gauge moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up The gauge takes a few seconds to stabi...

Page 123: ...y Belt Reminder Light There is a passenger safety belt reminder light near the passenger airbag status indicator See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 27 When the vehicle is started this light flashe...

Page 124: ...stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving it means the airbag system might not be working properly The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash or they could even infl...

Page 125: ...ing system See your dealer for service WARNING If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system To help avoid injury to yourself or...

Page 126: ...vehicle is continually driven with this light on the emission controls might not work as well the vehicle fuel economy might not be as good and the engine might not run as smoothly This could lead to...

Page 127: ...ight off Check that good quality fuel is used Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed and may cause stalling after start up stalling when the vehicle is changed into...

Page 128: ...been done and the vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD II system readiness your dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection Brake System Warning Light The vehicle brake system...

Page 129: ...e your dealer Service Electric Parking Brake Light This light should come on briefly when the vehicle is in ON RUN If it does not come on have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a proble...

Page 130: ...es 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 se...

Page 131: ...Adjust driving accordingly See Traction Control System TCS on page 9 34 and StabiliTrak System on page 9 36 StabiliTrak OFF Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine If it does not h...

Page 132: ...t 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 light goes off Notice The engine coolant temperatur...

Page 133: ...l maintenance can damage the engine Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Check the oil level as soon as possible Add oil...

Page 134: ...er Operation on page 2 18 High Beam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 6 4 Automatic High Beam Light This light comes on wh...

Page 135: ...rols on page 6 1 Cruise Control Light The cruise control light is white when the cruise control is on and ready and turns green when the cruise control is set and active See Cruise Control on page 9 3...

Page 136: ...e turned on or off through the Settings menu 1 Press SEL while viewing the Settings page in the center display zone on the cluster 2 Scroll to Info Pages and press SEL 3 Press y or z to move through t...

Page 137: ...e fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and changes frequently as driving conditions change Average Speed The Average Speed display shows the average speed of the vehicle in kilometers per hour...

Page 138: ...HANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display See Engine Oil Messages on page 5 35 The oil should be changed as soon as possible See Engine Oil on page 10 11 In addition to the engine oil l...

Page 139: ...river side of the instrument panel Notice 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 infor...

Page 140: ...D controls Use the following settings to adjust the HUD Image Adjustment Press down or lift up to center the HUD image The HUD image can only be adjusted up and down not side to side Display View Pres...

Page 141: ...gation information The compass heading is displayed when navigation routing is not active All formats will briefly show the Turn by Turn Navigation alerts and provide details about the next driving ma...

Page 142: ...er could leak into the unit If You Cannot See the HUD Image When the Ignition Is On Is anything covering the HUD lens Is the HUD dimmer setting bright enough Is the HUD image adjusted to the proper he...

Page 143: ...nd the vehicle alarm system Take the vehicle to your dealer for service to turn transport mode off Brake System Messages BRAKE FLUID LOW This message is displayed when the brake fluid level is low See...

Page 144: ...r Care on page 10 81 Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the radar object detection or camera performance CRUISE SET TO XXX This message displays when the cruise control speed is set See Cruise Con...

Page 145: ...perature warning light will also be on Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down ENGINE OVERHEATED TURN VEHICLE OFF This message displays and a continuous chime sounds if the engine cooli...

Page 146: ...ation The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while this message is on but maximum acceleration and speed may be reduced Anytime...

Page 147: ...IGHTING 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 AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ON OFF This mes...

Page 148: ...cle For cleaning instructions see Exterior Care on page 10 81 Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the radar object detection or camera performance This message may also be displayed if there is a p...

Page 149: ...TIC COLLISION PREP If this message displays take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the system SERVICE DRIVER ASSIST SYSTEM If this message displays take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the sys...

Page 150: ...hicle under Exterior Care on page 10 81 Ride Control System Messages ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF If the vehicle has the All Wheel Drive AWD system this message displays when there is a temporary condition mak...

Page 151: ...ys if the vehicle detects a tamper condition Service Vehicle Messages SERVICE AC SYSTEM This message displays if there is a problem with the air conditioning system Take the vehicle to your dealer for...

Page 152: ...R to indicate the location of the low tire The low tire pressure warning light will also come on See Tire Pressure Light on page 5 22 If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC stop as soon as you...

Page 153: ...eed See Speed Warning under Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 26 VEHICLE SPEED LIMITED This message is displayed under certain conditions when there is a problem and the vehicle s speed is being...

Page 154: ...Select the Climate and Air Quality menu and the following may be displayed Auto Fan Max Speed Auto Defog Auto Rear Defog Auto Fan Max Speed This feature will set the maximum auto fan speed Select Low...

Page 155: ...Off disables all Forward Collision Alert and Automatic Braking capabilities of the Auto Collision Preparation feature See Active Emergency Braking System on page 9 58 Select Off Alert Brake or Alert...

Page 156: ...lect a volume between 0 and 63 Rain Sense Wipers This allows the Rain Sense Wipers feature to be turned on or off Select Disabled or Enabled Language Select the Language menu and the following will be...

Page 157: ...ligent Light Distribution On some vehicles select Corner and Curve Lighting Intelligent Light Distribution or GPS Assistance Daytime Tail Lights This allows the Daytime Tail Lights to be turned on or...

Page 158: ...n when locking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter Select Off Lights and Horn Lights Only or Horn Only Remote Door Unlock This allows selection of which doors will unlock when pressing the unlock but...

Page 159: ...ear All Private Data Restore Radio Settings Restore Vehicle Settings This allows selection of restoring vehicle settings Select Cancel or Continue Clear All Private Data This allows selection to clear...

Page 160: ...the original hand held transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future Universal Remote system programming It is also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle the programmed Universa...

Page 161: ...uire substitution of Step 2 with the procedure noted in Gate Operator and Canadian Programming later in this section 3 Press and hold for five seconds the newly trained Universal Remote system button...

Page 162: ...3515 or go to www homelink com Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission This may not be long enough for the Universal Remote...

Page 163: ...mming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the three Universal Remote system buttons 1 Press and hold the desired Universal Remote system button Do not release the button 2 The...

Page 164: ...Black plate 54 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 CRC 10 5 12 5 54 Instruments and Controls 2 NOTES...

Page 165: ...Lane Change Signals 6 6 Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control 6 7 Courtesy Lamps 6 7 Dome Lamps 6 7 Reading Lamps 6 7 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 6 8 Exit Lighting 6 8 Battery P...

Page 166: ...System This system turns the vehicle s high beam headlamps on and off according to surrounding traffic conditions The system turns the high beam headlamps on when it is dark enough and there is no ot...

Page 167: ...em The instrument cluster light will come on to indicate the automatic high beam system is reactivated The high beams may not turn off automatically if the system cannot detect other vehicle s lamps b...

Page 168: ...ng will occur If the headlamps are off or in low beam mode the high beam headlamps will turn on They will stay on as long as the lever is held there Release the lever to turn them off If the headlamps...

Page 169: ...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...

Page 170: ...instrument cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change Hold it there until the lane change is completed...

Page 171: ...is opened and the dome lamp is in the DOOR position Dome Lamps The dome lamp is in the overhead console To change the dome lamp settings press OFF Turns the lamp off even when a door is open DOOR The...

Page 172: ...handle lamps come on at night or in areas with limited lighting when a door is opened after the ignition is turned off The dome lamp comes on after the ignition is changed to the OFF position The exte...

Page 173: ...21 Bluetooth Infotainment Controls 7 23 Bluetooth Voice Recognition 7 27 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agreements 7 33 Introduction Infotainment Read the following pages to...

Page 174: ...infotainment system may be equipped with a noise reduction system which can work improperly if the audio amplifier engine calibrations exhaust system microphones radio or speakers are modified or rep...

Page 175: ...favorite pages for each source 2 O Power Volume Press to turn the audio on or off Press and hold to clear the screen and display the time Press to mute the system Press again to unmute Turn the knob...

Page 176: ...option Turn to scroll through a list 6 Home Page See Home Page following in this section 7 RADIO Press to change the audio source between AM FM or SiriusXM if equipped 8 MEDIA Press to change the audi...

Page 177: ...plevel Radio on page 5 6 Language Current Language This will set the display language in the radio instrument cluster and voice recognition Press to display a list of languages Press S BACK to go back...

Page 178: ...ETE screen button to delete a favorite While a station is highlighted press the MOVE screen button The screen button will change to DROP Turn the MENU knob and the station tab will follow the path to...

Page 179: ...to increase or decrease startup volume Press S BACK to go back to the previous menu Rear Camera If Equipped From the Rear Camera screen button the following may be displayed Rear Camera Display This...

Page 180: ...glish and Metric Unit Conversion To change the display units between English and metric units see Instrument Cluster on page 5 9 Software Updates See the following websites for information Cadillac In...

Page 181: ...Equalizer Turn the MENU knob to highlight Turn the MENU knob to scroll through the options Press the MENU knob to select Press the S BACK button to go back to the previous menu Station List Select to...

Page 182: ...highlight XM view and press the MENU knob to select Press S BACK to go to the previous menu Channel List Select to display a list of SiriusXM stations Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press the MEN...

Page 183: ...0079 When SirisuXM is active the channel name and number song title and artist display on the screen Browsing SiriusXM Channels To browse the SiriusXM channels 1 While XM is the active source press th...

Page 184: ...at night The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other Static can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try...

Page 185: ...it is open reception can also be affected Audio Players CD Player The player can be used for CD and MP3 audio With the vehicle on insert a disc into the slot label side up Press the MEDIA button to s...

Page 186: ...chrome bar and below the t Press to seek to the beginning of the current or previous track If the track has been playing for less than five seconds it seeks to the previous track If longer than five s...

Page 187: ...ium low medium medium high and high Press S BACK to go to the previous menu Bose AudioPilot If equipped this feature can be turned on or off See Bose AudioPilot in AM FM Radio on page 7 8 EQ Equalizer...

Page 188: ...irectory The root directory is treated as a folder All files contained directly under the root directory are accessed prior to any root directory folders Empty Folders If a root directory or folder is...

Page 189: ...ipped this feature adjusts the pre defined EQ modes See EQ Equalizer Settings in AM FM Radio on page 7 8 DSP Modes If equipped with a Bose Surround Sound System this feature adjusts the DSP modes See...

Page 190: ...an Audio CD Auto Volume If equipped see Playing an Audio CD Bose AudioPilot If equipped this feature can be turned on or off See Bose AudioPilot in AM FM Radio on page 7 8 EQ Equalizer Settings If equ...

Page 191: ...the MENU knob to highlight and press to select the song from the list to begin playback Songs 1 Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to view a list of all songs stored on the iPod 2 Turn the MENU...

Page 192: ...o scroll through all of the available audio source screens until the AUX source screen is selected Playing from the AUX Port An auxiliary device is played through the audio system and controlled throu...

Page 193: ...rk with all cell phones See Pairing in this section If the cell phone has voice dialing capability learn to use that feature to access the address book or contact list See Voice Pass Thru in this sect...

Page 194: ...page 7 23 or Bluetooth Voice Recognition on page 7 27 or Bluetooth Overview on page 7 21 Voice Recognition The voice recognition system uses commands to control the system and dial phone numbers Noise...

Page 195: ...information on the cell phone changes or the cell phone is deleted from the system Only one paired cell phone can be connected to the Bluetooth system at a time If multiple paired cell phones are wit...

Page 196: ...nob and press to select Manage Phones 3 Turn the MENU knob to highlight the phone to be deleted 4 Press the area just above the chrome bar and below the DELETE screen button to delete the highlighted...

Page 197: ...e Recent Calls menu allows you to access the phone numbers from the Incoming Calls Outgoing Calls and Missed Calls menus on the cell phone to make a call To make a call using the Contacts menu 1 Turn...

Page 198: ...ess the area just above the chrome bar and below the ANSWER screen button Press g on the steering wheel controls Declining a Call To decline a call do one of the following Press the area just above th...

Page 199: ...various voice features For additional information say Help while you are in a voice recognition menu Pairing A Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected t...

Page 200: ...5 to pair additional phones Listing All Paired and Connected Phones The system can list all cell phones paired to it If a paired cell phone is also connected to the vehicle the system responds with is...

Page 201: ...by the system to save a name tag for this number Using the Digit Store Command If an unwanted number is recognized by the system say Correction at any time to clear the last number To hear all of the...

Page 202: ...he entire number without pausing or say the name tag Once connected the person called will be heard through the audio speakers Calling 911 Emergency 1 Press g The system responds Ready followed by a t...

Page 203: ...other call is active The original call is placed on hold Press g again to return to the original call To ignore the incoming call no action is required Press c to disconnect the current call and switc...

Page 204: ...ature To access contacts stored in the cell phone 1 Press g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Bluetooth 3 Say Voice The system responds OK accessing phone name The cell phone s normal...

Page 205: ...d other countries Fees and Taxes Subscription fee taxes one time activation fee and other fees may apply Subscription fee is consumer only All fees and programming subject to change Subscriptions subj...

Page 206: ...the AMBER voice compression software included in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems Inc General Req...

Page 207: ...Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter 8 11 Service 8 11 Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Base For vehicles with this system it controls the heating cooling and vent...

Page 208: ...fan on or off The temperature control and air delivery mode can still be adjusted w x Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls The temperature can be adjusted separately for the driver and the passe...

Page 209: ...ner runs automatically to cool the air inside the vehicle or to dry the air needed to defog the windshield faster Automatic Air Recirculation When the AUTO indicator light is on the air is automatical...

Page 210: ...region of gridlines on the rear window are antenna lines and are not intended to heat when the defogger is activated The heated outside mirrors turn on when the rear window defogger button is on They...

Page 211: ...est comfort If the sensor is covered the automatic climate control system may not work properly Dual Automatic Climate Control System Uplevel The climate control buttons and the touch screen are used...

Page 212: ...e Control Status Screen The climate control status screen appears briefly when the climate control buttons on the faceplate are adjusted The air delivery mode can be adjusted on the climate control st...

Page 213: ...the temperatures are unlinked Manual Operation z 9 or 9 y Fan Control Press the fan control buttons or the touch screen fan control to increase or decrease the fan speed Press and hold the buttons or...

Page 214: ...Quality under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 43 Recirculation Press to alternate between recirculating air inside the vehicle or pulling in outside air The indicator light on the button is lit whe...

Page 215: ...from the inside of the front windshield and rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp This may damage the rear window defogger grid and affect the radio s ability to pick up statio...

Page 216: ...door windows These are fixed and cannot be adjusted Operation Tips 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 Kee...

Page 217: ...uced global warming impact on the environment compared to the traditional automotive refrigerant R 134a All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle The refr...

Page 218: ...Black plate 12 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 CRC 10 5 12 8 12 Climate Controls 2 NOTES...

Page 219: ...9 22 Parking 9 23 Parking over Things That Burn 9 23 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 24 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 24 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 25 Manual Mode 9 26 Manua...

Page 220: ...ocal governments have enacted laws regarding driver distraction Become familiar with the local laws in your area To avoid distracted driving always keep your eyes on the road hands on the wheel and mi...

Page 221: ...rinking and driving is a global tragedy WARNING Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You c...

Page 222: ...have power steering but steering will be stiffer than normal at slow speeds See your dealer for service Electric Power Steering Your vehicle has electric power steering It does not have power steering...

Page 223: ...ring or Cornering Skid too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force Acceleration Skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin Defensive drivers avoid...

Page 224: ...lder spark plugs See your dealer For 3 6L Engine Only Keep the level at or near 0 5 L 0 5 qt above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range on the engine oil dipstick Install an engine oil...

Page 225: ...riving through a large puddle of water or a car vehicle wash lightly apply the brake pedal until the brakes work normally Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces Driving through flowing water c...

Page 226: ...fluid levels and brakes tires cooling system and transmission Shift to a lower gear when going down steep or long hills WARNING If you do not shift down the brakes could get so hot that they would no...

Page 227: ...tion If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more The Antilock Brake System ABS improves vehicle stability during hard stops on slippery roads...

Page 228: ...peed to the highest setting See Climate Control Systems in the Index For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust on page 9 24 To save fuel run the engine for only short periods as ne...

Page 229: ...mission is in gear Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could free the vehicle If that does not get the vehicle out after a few tries it might...

Page 230: ...so shows the tire size of the original equipment tires 3 and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures 4 For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 10 42 and Tire Pressure on pa...

Page 231: ...ay not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consul...

Page 232: ...00 lbs 3 Available Cargo Weight 0 kg 0 lbs Refer to the vehicle s Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about the vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined wei...

Page 233: ...rol and a crash Overloading can also shorten the life of the vehicle If you put things inside the vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you...

Page 234: ...speed will exceed 4000 rpm Do not let the engine labor Never lug the engine in high gear at low speeds With a manual transmission shift to the next lower gear This rule applies at all times not just...

Page 235: ...f the vehicle is stationary the ignition will turn OFF and Retained Accessory Power RAP will remain active See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 21 The vehicle may have an electric steering colum...

Page 236: ...will switch from ACC ACCESSORY to OFF after five minutes to prevent battery rundown ON RUN START Green Indicator Light This mode is for driving and starting With the ignition off and the brake pedal a...

Page 237: ...and start the engine The vehicle will not start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down Starting Procedure Keyless Access 1 If the vehicle has the keyless access system the transmitter must be in...

Page 238: ...otor cool down 2 If the engine does not start after five to 10 seconds especially in very cold weather below 18 C or 0 F it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing the accelerator pedal al...

Page 239: ...the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you do not it could be damaged Contact your dealer for information on how long to use the h...

Page 240: ...move the shift lever without first pushing the button on the shift lever If you can the shift lever was not fully locked into P Park Torque Lock Automatic Transmission Torque lock is when the weight o...

Page 241: ...wing service Parking If the vehicle has a manual transmission before getting out of the vehicle move the shift lever into R Reverse if parking on a downhill slope On a level surface or an uphill slope...

Page 242: ...e vehicle body from damage or aftermarket modifications that are not completely sealed If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle Drive it only with th...

Page 243: ...g Tips on page 9 70 Make sure the shift lever is fully in P Park before starting the engine The vehicle has an electronic shift lock release system Fully apply the regular brakes first and then press...

Page 244: ...driving It provides the best fuel economy If you need more power for passing and you are Going less than 55 km h 35 mph push the accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 55 km h 35 mph or more...

Page 245: ...e transmission will be in Manual Mode and will hold the current gear 2 Pull the control toward you to shift Pull the left control to downshift and the right control to upshift 3 To cancel DSC move the...

Page 246: ...1 First Press the clutch pedal and shift into 1 First Slowly let up on the clutch pedal while pressing on the accelerator pedal After a complete stop if it is hard to shift into 1 First let up on the...

Page 247: ...engine when downshifting Drive Systems All Wheel Drive Vehicles with this feature always send engine power to all four wheels It is fully automatic and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions Bra...

Page 248: ...ates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close...

Page 249: ...applied If the light does not come on or remains flashing you need to have the vehicle serviced Do not drive the vehicle if the parking brake status light is flashing See your dealer See Parking Brake...

Page 250: ...e than normal when this light is on Continue to hold the switch until the parking brake status light is off If the light is on see your dealer Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the...

Page 251: ...ing light will be on and a chime will sound warning you that the parking brake is still on If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9 7...

Page 252: ...System TCS The vehicle has TCS which limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions On a rear wheel drive vehicle the system operates if it senses that one or both of the rea...

Page 253: ...an be turned off by pressing and releasing g When TCS is turned off i comes on and the system will not limit wheel spin Driving should be adjusted accordingly Press and release g again to turn the sys...

Page 254: ...f the vehicle the system should always be left on TCS StabiliTrak Light When the stability control system activates d flashes on the instrument cluster This also occurs when traction control is activa...

Page 255: ...rol button to reengage when road conditions allow See Cruise Control on page 9 39 Driver Mode Control Driver Mode Control attempts to add a sportier feel provide a more comfortable ride or assist in d...

Page 256: ...e steering will change to provide more precise control If the vehicle has MagneRide the suspension will change to provide better cornering performance Snow Ice Mode Use when more traction is needed du...

Page 257: ...n the accelerator Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 40 km h 25 mph If the brakes are applied the cruise control disengages For vehicles with a manual transmission the cruise control w...

Page 258: ...uise is not being used 1 Press J 2 Get up to the desired speed 3 Press and release the SET control on the steering wheel 4 Remove foot from the accelerator When the cruise control has been set to the...

Page 259: ...displayed Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed When you take your foot off the pedal the vehicle will slow down to the previous s...

Page 260: ...on Control System TCS activates the ACC will automatically disengage See Traction Control System TCS on page 9 34 When road conditions allow ACC to be safely used the ACC can be turned back on WARNING...

Page 261: ...on the speedometer press SET down to the second detent Cancel Press to disengage ACC without erasing the set speed from memory 3 Follow Distance Gap Press to select a following gap time or distance se...

Page 262: ...e because it is overridden A warning message will appear on the Driver Information Center DIC and the Head Up Display HUD See Cruise Control Messages on page 5 34 Press and hold RES up until the desir...

Page 263: ...ap 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...

Page 264: ...o follow the vehicle in front of you but will not exceed the set speed It may apply limited braking if necessary When braking is active the brake lamps will come on The automatic braking may feel or s...

Page 265: ...the accelerator pedal to resume ACC If stopped for more than two minutes or if the driver door is opened and the driver seat belt is unbuckled the ACC automatically applies the electric parking brake...

Page 266: ...vehicle ahead in your lane You could be startled if the vehicle accelerates up to the set speed especially when following a vehicle exiting or entering exit ramps You could lose control of the vehicl...

Page 267: ...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 Other Vehicle Lane Changes ACC will not de...

Page 268: ...rate 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 Driver Assistance...

Page 269: ...e see Comfort and Convenience under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 43 If equipped with the Safety Alert Seat the driver seat cushion may provide a vibrating pulse alert instead of beeping To change...

Page 270: ...rs of the Rear Bumper Displayed images may be farther or closer than they appear The area displayed is limited and objects that are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper do not disp...

Page 271: ...information for URPA and on some vehicles for the Front Parking Assist system As the object gets closer more bars light up and the bars change color from yellow to amber to red When an object is first...

Page 272: ...s of backing crashes Do not wait for the automatic braking to apply This system is not designed to replace driver braking but only acts when the vehicle may not stop in time The system in some situati...

Page 273: ...nes or RCTA on or off 1 On the infotainment system press the Settings screen button or turn the MENU knob to highlight Settings and press MENU 2 Select Rear Camera 3 Press Rear Camera Display Park Ass...

Page 274: ...page 9 3 FCA can be disabled through vehicle personalization See the Auto Collision Preparation portion of Collision Detection Systems under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 43 Detecting the Vehicle...

Page 275: ...er when you are following a vehicle ahead much too closely Selecting the Alert Timing With Adaptive Cruise Control Without Adaptive Cruise Control Press the collision alert following gap button on the...

Page 276: ...he Active Emergency Braking System which includes Intelligent Brake Assist IBA and the Automatic Collision Preparation ACP System Intelligent Brake Assist IBA IBA may activate when the brake pedal is...

Page 277: ...driver braking to occur more rapidly Automatic Braking Automatic Braking applies the brakes even if the driver has not applied the brakes in many imminent front end crash situations to help reduce cr...

Page 278: ...jury death or vehicle damage Before making a lane change always check mirrors glance over your shoulder and use the turn signals SBZA Detection Zones The SBZA sensor covers a zone of approximately one...

Page 279: ...up When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly SBZA may not always alert the driver to vehicles in the blind zone especially in wet conditions The system does not need to be serviced The system ma...

Page 280: ...turn signal is on or if a sharp maneuver is made WARNING The LDW system is an aid to help the vehicle stay in the driving lane It does not steer the vehicle The LDW system may not Provide enough time...

Page 281: ...l does not appear The lane markings on the road may not be seen The camera sensor may be blocked by dirt snow or ice The windshield may be damaged The weather may be limiting visibility This is normal...

Page 282: ...use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85 ethanol E85 See Fuel E85 85 Ethanol on page 9 66 For all other vehicles use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fue...

Page 283: ...ly on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance might be affected The malfunction indicator lamp could turn on and the vehicle might fail a smog check test See Malfu...

Page 284: ...d gasolines might be available in your area We recommend that you use these gasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier However E85 85 ethanol and other fuels containing more th...

Page 285: ...uld cause the malfunction indicator lamp to come on As the outside temperature approaches freezing ethanol fuel distributors should supply winter grade ethanol the same as with unleaded gasoline The s...

Page 286: ...is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop then unscrew the cap all the way The cap is behind a locking fuel door on the passenger side of the vehicle...

Page 287: ...r The wrong type of fuel cap might not fit properly might cause the malfunction indicator lamp to light and could damage the fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 16...

Page 288: ...axle or other parts Then during the first 800 km 500 mi of trailer towing do not drive over 80 km h 50 mph and do not make starts at full throttle Vehicles can tow in D Drive Shift the transmission t...

Page 289: ...farther beyond the passed vehicle before returning to the lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand To move the trailer to the left move that hand to the left To move the tra...

Page 290: ...t surface If parking the rig on a hill 1 Press the brake pedal but do not shift into P Park yet Turn the wheels into the curb if facing downhill or into traffic if facing uphill 2 Have someone place c...

Page 291: ...lering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight Ask your dealer for trailering information or ad...

Page 292: ...or hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to it Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper Will any holes be made in the body of the vehicle when the...

Page 293: ...t work and would not be covered by the warranty Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment Add on equipment can drain the vehicle s 12 volt battery even if the vehicle is not ope...

Page 294: ...Black plate 76 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 CRC 10 5 12 9 76 Driving and Operating 2 NOTES...

Page 295: ...k Control Function Check 10 29 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 29 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 29 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 30 Windshield Replacement 10 30 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Ai...

Page 296: ...ement 10 63 Tire Chains 10 65 If a Tire Goes Flat 10 66 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 67 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 75 Jump Starting Jump Starting 10 75 Towing Towing the Vehi...

Page 297: ...ications Adding non dealer accessories or making modifications to the vehicle can affect vehicle performance and safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions s...

Page 298: ...rvice manual It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13 17 This vehicle ha...

Page 299: ...nt panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and move the secondary hood release lever toward the right side of the vehicle 3 Lift the hood To close the hood Before closing the hood be sure all filler ca...

Page 300: ...Black plate 6 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 CRC 10 5 12 10 6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2 0L L4 Engine...

Page 301: ...ant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Cooling System on page 10 17 4 Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 34 5 Engine Cooling Fan Out of View See Cooling System on page 10 17 6 Engine Oil Fill Cap S...

Page 302: ...Black plate 8 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 CRC 10 5 12 10 8 Vehicle Care 2 5L L4 Engine...

Page 303: ...nt Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Cooling System on page 10 17 4 Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 34 5 Engine Cooling Fans Out of View See Cooling System on page 10 17 6 Engine Oil Fill Cap S...

Page 304: ...Black plate 10 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 CRC 10 5 12 10 10 Vehicle Care 3 6L V6 Engine...

Page 305: ...oper specification and of the proper viscosity grade See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this section Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level See Checking Engine Oil a...

Page 306: ...rvice professional to remove the excess amount of oil See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper o...

Page 307: ...ts that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or prop...

Page 308: ...reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System Reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next engine oil c...

Page 309: ...3 and be sure to use the fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 13 Manual Transmission Fluid How to Check Manual Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the manual trans...

Page 310: ...location When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspect the air cleaner filter at the scheduled maintenance intervals See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 3 If you are driving in dusty dirty con...

Page 311: ...and do not drive with the air cleaner filter off Notice If the air cleaner filter is off dirt can easily get into the engine which could damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you...

Page 312: ...heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant may require changing sooner at the first maintenance service after each 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Any...

Page 313: ...e warranty Use only the proper mixture of engine coolant for the cooling system See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 13 Never dispose of engine coolant by putting it in the trash pouring i...

Page 314: ...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 WARNING Adding only plain water or some other l...

Page 315: ...urge tank pressure cap off and the surge tank service port cap open start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this...

Page 316: ...hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant befo...

Page 317: ...eld washer fluid is needed be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If operating the vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient...

Page 318: ...venly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel...

Page 319: ...be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake clutch hydraulic system WARNING If too much brake fluid is added it can spi...

Page 320: ...be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on the vehicle If you do wash it off immediately Battery The battery is in the trunk beneath the trim panel on the driver side of the vehicle Refer to th...

Page 321: ...from the battery to keep the battery from running down Extended Storage Remove the black negative cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger All Wheel Drive If the vehicle is equipped wi...

Page 322: ...uld be injured 1 Before starting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake Electric on page 9 30 or Parki...

Page 323: ...n Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK OFF in each shift lever position The ignition should turn to LOCK OFF only when the shift lever is in P Park W...

Page 324: ...lade 1 Pull the windshield wiper assembly away from the windshield 2 Lift up on the latch in the middle of the wiper blade where the wiper arm attaches 3 With the latch open pull the wiper blade down...

Page 325: ...Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package High Intensity D...

Page 326: ...terclockwise 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 License Plate La...

Page 327: ...f circuit overload and fire caused by electrical problems Fuses and circuit breakers protect power devices in the vehicle Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating If there is...

Page 328: ...Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily borrowed from another fuse location if a fuse goes out Replace the fuse as soon as possible To identify and check fuses circuit breakers and relays see E...

Page 329: ...5 12 Vehicle Care 10 35 Number Usage 1 Not Used 2 Not Used 3 Not Used 4 Body Control Module 6 5 Not Used 6 Driver Power Seat 7 Not Used 8 Headlamp Washer Relay 9 Not Used 10 Not Used 11 Not Used 12 No...

Page 330: ...e 29 AFS AHL Pedestrian Protection 30 Passenger Window Switch 31 Body Control Module 7 32 Sunroof 33 Front Wiper 34 AOS Display MIL Ignition 35 Rear Electrical Center Ignition 36 Spare PT Fuse 37 Oxyg...

Page 331: ...t High Intensity Discharge Headlamp Number Usage 65 Right High Intensity Discharge Headlamp 66 Headlamp High Left Right 67 Horn 68 Horn Relay 69 Cooling Fan 70 Aero Shutter 71 Transmission Control Mod...

Page 332: ...nto the slots in the instrument panel at the points shown Align the clips with the slots in the instrument panel and press the cover into place The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses an...

Page 333: ...3 Cluster HUD ICS Steering Wheel Controls Number Usage 14 Radio Heater Ventilation and Air Conditioning 16 Not Used 17 Accessory Power Outlet 1 18 Accessory Power Outlet 2 19 Steering Wheel Controls 2...

Page 334: ...al 2013 CRC 10 5 12 10 40 Vehicle Care Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is behind a cover on the driver side of the rear compartment The vehicle may not be equipped with all...

Page 335: ...Electric Parking Brake 15 Not Used 16 Trunk Release 17 Run Relay 18 Logistics Relay 19 Logistics Fuse 20 Rear Window Defogger Relay 21 Mirror Window Module 22 Not Used 23 Canister Vent 24 Body Control...

Page 336: ...on regarding the tire warranty and where to get service For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer WARNING Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Continued WARNING Co...

Page 337: ...g may cause the tires to explode See Tire Pressure for High Speed Operation on page 10 51 for inflation pressure adjustment for high speed driving All Season Tires This vehicle may come with all seaso...

Page 338: ...ZR speed rated tires If winter tires with a lower speed rating are chosen never exceed the tire s maximum speed capability Run Flat Tires This vehicle when new may have had run flat tires There is no...

Page 339: ...al driving conditions See your dealer for wheel or sensor replacement Notice Using liquid sealants can damage the tire valves and tire pressure monitor sensors in the run flat tires This damage is not...

Page 340: ...e last two digits the year For example the third week of the year 2010 would have a four digit DOT date of 0310 4 Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following the DOT code are the...

Page 341: ...A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belte...

Page 342: ...ing that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation DOT Motor Vehicle Safety Standards The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number TIN an alphanumeric designator whic...

Page 343: ...the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pr...

Page 344: ...ttached to a vehicle showing the vehicle capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Tire and Loading Information Label under Vehicle Load Limits on pag...

Page 345: ...inflation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label no further adjustment is necessary If the inflation pressure is low add air until the recommended pressur...

Page 346: ...the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire press...

Page 347: ...try Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS The TPMS is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure cond...

Page 348: ...the TPMS sensors TPMS sensor damage caused by using an incorrect tire sealant is not covered by the vehicle warranty Always use only the GM approved tire sealant available through your dealer or incl...

Page 349: ...light and DIC message comes on and stays on TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code The identification code needs to be matched to a new tire wheel position aft...

Page 350: ...t the procedure in Step 7 9 Proceed to the passenger side rear tire and repeat the procedure in Step 7 10 Proceed to the driver side rear tire and repeat the procedure in Step 7 The horn sounds two ti...

Page 351: ...res as soon as possible check for proper tire inflation pressure and check for damaged tires or wheels If the unusual wear continues after the rotation check the wheel alignment See When It Is Time fo...

Page 352: ...ion on page 10 53 Check that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is...

Page 353: ...DOT Tire Identification Number TIN which is molded into one side of the tire sidewall The first two digits represent the week 01 52 and the last two digits the year For example the third week of the...

Page 354: ...aced at the same time If proper rotation and maintenance have been done all four tires should wear out at about the same time See Tire Rotation on page 10 57 for information on proper tire rotation Ho...

Page 355: ...d Limits on page 9 11 for the label location and more information about the Tire and Loading Information label Different Size Tires and Wheels If wheels or tires are installed that are a different siz...

Page 356: ...respect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Saf...

Page 357: ...ed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels were aligned and balan...

Page 358: ...The wheel could come off and cause a crash When changing a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency a cloth or a paper towel can be used howev...

Page 359: ...icle 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...

Page 360: ...de Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible A rear blowout particularly...

Page 361: ...ire has been separated from the wheel has damaged sidewalls or has a puncture larger than 6 mm 0 25 in the tire is too severely damaged for the tire sealant and compressor kit to be effective If the t...

Page 362: ...quipment and on some vehicles there may not be a place to store a tire The tire sealant and compressor can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to 6 mm 0 25 in in the tread area of the tire It can...

Page 363: ...e on the sealant canister The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer See Removal and Installation of the Sealan...

Page 364: ...sor kit from its storage location See Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10 75 2 Unwrap the sealant air hose 6 and the power plug 8 3 Place the kit on the ground Make sure the tire va...

Page 365: ...ect pressure is reached Notice If the recommended pressure cannot be reached after approximately 25 minutes the vehicle should not be driven farther The tire is too severely damaged and the tire seala...

Page 366: ...p driving the vehicle The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire See Roadside Service Mexico on page 13 7 or Roadside Service U S and Canada on page 13 10 If the tire p...

Page 367: ...ng the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10 75 2 Unwrap the air only hose 7 and the power plug 8 3 Place the kit on the ground Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so...

Page 368: ...han the recommended pressure you can adjust the excess pressure by pressing the pressure deflation button 4 until the proper pressure reading is reached This option is only functional when using the a...

Page 369: ...Trunk on page 2 14 2 Lift the cover 3 Remove the strap 4 Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit To store the tire sealant and compressor kit reverse the steps Jump Starting For more information a...

Page 370: ...ck the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice Only use a vehicle that has a 12 volt system with a negative ground for jump starting If the other vehicle does...

Page 371: ...uid contains acid that can burn you Do not get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately WARNING Fans or other movin...

Page 372: ...p harnesses around the tires to secure the flatbed car carrier Have the vehicle towed on a flatbed car carrier A wheel lift tow truck could damage the vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional tow...

Page 373: ...g they can tow Is the proper towing equipment going to be used See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Is the vehicle ready to be towed Just as p...

Page 374: ...Put the vehicle in P Park for an automatic transmission or in 1 First for a manual transmission 5 Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the dolly 6 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead po...

Page 375: ...the vehicle Use of power washers exceeding 8 274 kPa 1 200 psi can result in damage or removal of paint and decals Rinse the vehicle well before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents complet...

Page 376: ...on Use a cleaning solution approved for aluminum Some cleaners are highly acidic or contain alkaline substances and can damage the moldings Always dilute a concentrated cleaner according to the manufa...

Page 377: ...with magnesium calcium or sodium chloride These chlorides are used on roads for conditions such as ice and dust Always wash the chrome with soap and water after exposure Notice To avoid surface damage...

Page 378: ...ular dark spots etched into the paint surface Interior Care To prevent dirt particle abrasions regularly clean the vehicle s interior Immediately remove any soils Note that newspapers or dark garments...

Page 379: ...may be used if necessary after cleaning the interior glass with plain water Notice To prevent scratching never use abrasive cleaners on automotive glass Abrasive cleaners or aggressive cleaning may d...

Page 380: ...e using a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter If ring formation occurs clean the entire fabric or carpet Following the cleaning process a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture Clean...

Page 381: ...anel Reflected glare can decrease visibility through the windshield under certain conditions Notice Use of air fresheners may cause permanent damage to plastics and painted surfaces If an air freshene...

Page 382: ...ecommended that GM certified floor mats be purchased Non GM floor mats may not fit properly and may interfere with the pedals Always check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals Use the...

Page 383: ...ce Records Maintenance Records 11 16 General Information Your vehicle is an important investment This section describes the required maintenance for the vehicle Follow this schedule to help protect ag...

Page 384: ...hicles maintenance needs vary There may need to be more frequent checks and services The Additional Required Services Normal are for vehicles that Carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits...

Page 385: ...icle s oil life monitor system Tire rotation every 12 000 km 7 500 mi Engine air cleaner filter replacement Passenger compartment air filter replacement Multi point vehicle inspection MPVI performed b...

Page 386: ...13 Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km 7 500 mi Rotate the tires if recommended for the vehicle and perform the following services See Tire Rotation on page 10 57 Check engine oil leve...

Page 387: ...on page 10 28 Check automatic transmission shift lock control function See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check on page 10 29 Check ignition transmission lock See Ignition Transmi...

Page 388: ...00m i 228000km 142 500m i 240000km 150 000m i Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compart...

Page 389: ...all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition Check that the purge valve works properly if the vehicle has one Replace as needed 3 Or every four years whichever comes fir...

Page 390: ...0 000m i Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative...

Page 391: ...the purge valve works properly if the vehicle has one Replace as needed 3 Or every four years whichever comes first 4 Do not directly power wash the transfer case output seals High pressure water can...

Page 392: ...in a battery with full cranking power Trained dealer technicians have the diagnostic equipment to test the battery and ensure that the connections and cables are corrosion free Belts Belts may need re...

Page 393: ...ce or uneven tire wear As part of the multi point inspection trained dealer technicians can visually inspect the shocks and struts for signs of leaking blown seals or damage and can advise when servic...

Page 394: ...pment to ensure proper wheel alignment Windshield For safety appearance and the best viewing keep the windshield clean and clear Signs of damage include scratches cracks and chips Trained dealer techn...

Page 395: ...se only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 18 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 88863461 in Canada 88863462 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid...

Page 396: ...ents of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Paw...

Page 397: ...art GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 20857930 A3178C Engine Oil Filter 2 0L L4 Engine 12640445 PF64 2 5L L4 Engine 12640445 PF64 3 6L V6 Engine 25177917 PF2129 Passenger Co...

Page 398: ...nce 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 mainte...

Page 399: ...Black plate 17 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 CRC 10 5 12 Service and Maintenance 11 17 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed...

Page 400: ...Black plate 18 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 CRC 10 5 12 11 18 Service and Maintenance 2 NOTES...

Page 401: ...om outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine cod...

Page 402: ...rmation Application Capacities Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer f...

Page 403: ...oval and Filter Replacement 6 Speed Automatic 6 0 L 6 4 qt Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this m...

Page 404: ...Black plate 4 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 CRC 10 5 12 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 2 0L and 2 5L L4 Engines 3 6L V6 Engine...

Page 405: ...to the Canadian Government 13 18 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 13 19 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 19 Event Data Recorders 13 19 OnStar 13 20 I...

Page 406: ...However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights The...

Page 407: ...tial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitratio...

Page 408: ...for support if needed STEP THREE If your case is not resolved in a reasonable amount of time by your dealer please call the General Motors Customer Assistance Center CAC and provide the following info...

Page 409: ...08 00 to 20 00 hours and Saturdays from 08 00 to 15 00 hours All e mail inquiries to the Customer Assistance Center CAC should be sent to cac cadillac gm com Mexico From Mexico City 5329 0816 From Ot...

Page 410: ...ation maps phone numbers and hours J Warranty Tracking Information Track the vehicle s warranty information J Recall Information View active recalls or search by Vehicle Identification Number VIN See...

Page 411: ...of the program The Roadside Assistance program is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the new vehicle limited warranty Roadside Assistance provides assistance to the driver and passeng...

Page 412: ...be at the owner s expense If the vehicle is in another city outside of your residence Roadside Assistance is limited to moving the vehicle to the nearest dealer If you would like the vehicle moved to...

Page 413: ...airport will be provided Complimentary Transportation for Vehicle Pick Up Transportation to pick up your vehicle after repairs are complete Once the dealer has reported that the vehicle has been repai...

Page 414: ...w vehicle warranty Contacting Roadside Assistance Roadside Assistance services are of no cost to you and available 24 hours a day 365 days a year Costs are only incurred in situations that exceed the...

Page 415: ...rgency Fuel Delivery Delivery of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station Lock Out Service Service to unlock the vehicle if you are locked out A remote unlock may be available...

Page 416: ...s Legal fines Mounting dismounting or changing of snow tires chains or other traction devices Towing or services for vehicles driven on a non public road or highway Services Specific to Canadian Purch...

Page 417: ...a customer support program for vehicles with the Bumper to Bumper Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada extended powertrain and or hybrid specific warranties in both the U S and Canada Several Court...

Page 418: ...ements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes levies usage fees excessive mil...

Page 419: ...lure related to such parts is not covered by that warranty Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs Y...

Page 420: ...n page 3 25 Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that the vehicle requires damage repairs GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair If you have a pre determined repai...

Page 421: ...he vehicle The Owner Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner Manual and Warranty Manual RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 U S plus handling and shipping f...

Page 422: ...and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 3...

Page 423: ...ntilock 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...

Page 424: ...ation if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR GM will not access this data or share it with others except with the consent of the vehicle owner or if the vehicle is leased with the consent of th...

Page 425: ...nsmitters for remote door locking unlocking and starting and in vehicle transmitters for garage door openers RFID technology in GM vehicles does not use or record personal information or link with any...

Page 426: ...Black plate 22 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 CRC 10 5 12 13 22 Customer Information 2 NOTES...

Page 427: ...the OnStar buttons If the status light is Solid Green System is ready Flashing Green On a call Red Indicates a problem Press Q or call 1 888 4ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to speak to an Advisor Press to Mak...

Page 428: ...mergency situations before first responders arrive Security OnStar provides services like Stolen Vehicle Assistance Remote Ignition Block and Roadside Assistance if the vehicle is equipped with these...

Page 429: ...commands Get My Destination 1 Press System responds OnStar ready then a tone 2 Say Get my destination System responds with address and the distance to the destination then responds with OnStar ready t...

Page 430: ...Say 911 without pausing The system responds 911 4 Say Call The system responds OK dialing 911 Retrieve My Number 1 Press System responds OnStar ready 2 Say My number System responds Your OnStar Hands...

Page 431: ...on The Advisor can assist in canceling or removing account information If OnStar receives information that vehicle ownership has changed OnStar may send a voice message to the vehicle requesting updat...

Page 432: ...rchitecture of the vehicle damage to the vehicle in a crash or wireless phone network congestion or jamming See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 21 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal...

Page 433: ...mith to help gain access to the vehicle Global Positioning System GPS Obstruction of the GPS can occur in a large city with tall buildings in parking garages around airports in tunnels underpasses or...

Page 434: ...ut consent OnStar libcurl and unzip acknowledgments Certain OnStar components include libcurl and unzip software Below are the notices and licenses associated with this software libcurl COPYRIGHT AND...

Page 435: ...ales Mike White This software is provided as is without warranty of any kind express or implied In no event shall Info ZIP or its contributors be held liable for any direct indirect incidental special...

Page 436: ...misrepresented as being Info ZIP releases including but not limited to labeling of the altered versions with the names Info ZIP or any variation thereof including but not limited to different capitali...

Page 437: ...g System 3 27 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 24 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 3 25 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 23 Where Are the Airbags 3 21 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3...

Page 438: ...kes 10 24 Antilock 9 29 Assist 9 33 Fluid 10 25 Parking 9 30 9 33 System Messages 5 33 Braking 9 3 Braking System Active Emergency 1 20 Break In New Vehicle 9 16 Bulb Replacement 10 33 Back up Lamps 1...

Page 439: ...er 9 6 Compressor Kit Tire Sealant 10 67 Connections OnStar 14 4 Control of a Vehicle 9 3 Convex Mirrors 2 19 Coolant Engine 10 18 Engine Temperature Gauge 5 12 Engine Temperature Warning Light 5 22 C...

Page 440: ...et Roads 9 7 Winter 9 9 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 8 1 8 5 E E85 Fuel 9 66 Electrical Equipment Add On 9 75 Electrical System Engine Compartment Fuse Block 10 34 Fuses and Circuit Breakers...

Page 441: ...ving 1 24 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 9 69 Filling the Tank 9 68 Foreign Countries 9 65 Gasoline Specifications 9 65 Gauge 5 11 Low Fuel Warning Light 5 23 Recommended 9 64 Requirements Californ...

Page 442: ...d Mirrors 2 20 Heater Engine 9 20 High Beam On Light 5 24 High Speed Operation 10 51 Highway Hypnosis 9 8 Hill and Mountain Roads 9 8 Hill Start Assist HSA 9 34 Home Page 7 4 Hood 10 5 Horn 5 4 How to...

Page 443: ...ry 6 8 Exit 6 8 Illumination Control 6 7 LED 10 31 Lights Airbag Readiness 5 14 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 5 20 Brake System Warning 5 18 Charging System 5 15 Cruise Control 5 25 Engine Coolant...

Page 444: ...stem 5 40 Security 5 41 Service Vehicle 5 41 Starting the Vehicle 5 41 Tire 5 42 Transmission 5 42 Vehicle 5 32 Vehicle Reminder 5 43 Vehicle Speed 5 43 Washer Fluid 5 43 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rea...

Page 445: ...ent Air Filter 8 11 Passenger Sensing System 3 27 Perchlorate Materials Requirements California 10 3 Personalization Vehicle 5 43 Phone Bluetooth 7 21 7 23 7 27 Port USB 7 16 Power Door Locks 2 12 Mir...

Page 446: ...9 U S Government 13 18 Restraints Where to Put 3 39 Retained Accessory Power RAP 9 21 Ride Control Systems Limited Slip Rear Axle 9 38 Messages 5 40 Roads Driving Wet 9 7 Roadside Service 13 7 13 10 R...

Page 447: ...t Lock Control Function Check Automatic Transmission 10 29 Shifting Into Park 9 21 Out of Park 9 22 Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA 9 60 Signals Turn and Lane Change 6 6 Software Updates 7 8 Specifications...

Page 448: ...gy and Definitions 10 47 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 62 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 63 Wheel Replacement 10 63 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 59 Winter 10 44 Towing Driving Characteristi...

Page 449: ...Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 75 Tire Pressure 10 50 Ventilation Air 8 10 Visors 2 23 W Warning Brake System Light 5 18 Lane Departure LDW 9 62 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 8 Warnings iv Ca...

Page 450: ...Black plate 14 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 CRC 10 5 12 i 14 INDEX 2 NOTES...

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