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Cadillac ATS Owner Manual - 2013 - crc - 6/5/12

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

Keys, Doors, and

Windows

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

Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7

Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-41
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19
Trademarks and License

Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-30

Climate Controls

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10

Driving and Operating

. . . . . . . . 9-1

Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-15
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-23
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-24
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-27
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-28
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-28
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-33
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-37
Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-48
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-61
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-67
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-72

Vehicle Care

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-29
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-31

Summary of Contents for ATS 2013

Page 1: ...nformation Displays 5 24 Vehicle Messages 5 30 Vehicle Personalization 5 41 Universal Remote System 5 49 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting 6 7 Lighting Features 6 8 Infotainment Sys...

Page 2: ...le 11 3 Special Application Services 11 9 Additional Maintenance and Care 11 10 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 13 Maintenance Records 11 16 Technical Data 12 1 Vehicle Identification 12 1...

Page 3: ...es found on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Cadillac Motor Car Division wherever it appears in this manual Keep this manual in t...

Page 4: ...omething that could result in property or vehicle damage This would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means Do Not Do not do this or Do...

Page 5: ...k 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 Exterior Lamps H Flammabl...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 vi Introduction 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 7: ...mission 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 18 Driver Information...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 9: ...Automatic Climate Control 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 Hoo...

Page 10: ...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 195 ft away from the vehicle Q Press...

Page 11: ...n be extended only once Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start do any of the following Press and hold until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers Turn the vehicle o...

Page 12: ...ation on page 2 3 and Trunk on page 2 13 Windows The power windows only operate with the ignition in ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN START or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory...

Page 13: ...he control forward or rearward to increase or decrease lumbar support Press and hold the control up or down to increase or decrease seatback bolster support if available See Lumbar Adjustment on page...

Page 14: ...center stack To operate the ignition must be in ON RUN START Press M J or L z to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback Press the button once for the highest setting With each press o...

Page 15: ...exico The passenger sensing system will turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system See Pa...

Page 16: ...ing Rearview Mirror For vehicles with an automatic dimming rearview mirror the mirror will automatically reduce the glare from the headlamps from behind The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle i...

Page 17: ...nge lever There are four positions O Turns off the exterior lamps The knob returns to the AUTO position after it is released Turn to O again to reactivate the AUTO mode In Canada the headlamps will au...

Page 18: ...wipes then turn the x INT band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes OFF Use to turn the wipers off 8 For a single wipe briefly move the lever down For several wipes hold the lev...

Page 19: ...ger Temperature Controls 2 Fan Control 3 AUTO Automatic Operation 4 Air Delivery Mode Control 5 OFF Fan 6 SYNC Synchronized Temperature 7 Driver and Passenger Heated Seats If Equipped 8 AC Air Conditi...

Page 20: ...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 or Tap Shift Vehicles...

Page 21: ...ttons to save the current station as a favorite Press the area just above the chrome bar to recall a favorite station From the Settings menu press the MENU knob to select Manage Favorites The Manage F...

Page 22: ...ack on page 7 18 and USB Port on page 7 15 Bluetooth The Bluetooth system allows users with a Bluetooth enabled cell phone to make and receive hands free calls using the vehicle audio system and contr...

Page 23: ...ppears in the instrument cluster when turned on RES Press the control up briefly to resume to a previously set speed or to increase vehicle speed if the cruise control is already activated To increase...

Page 24: ...he center to open a menu or select a menu item Press and hold to reset values on certain screens See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 24 Forward Collision Alert FCA System FCA is intended to he...

Page 25: ...8 km h 5 mph URPA displays a warning triangle on the Rear Vision Camera screen and a graphic on the instrument cluster to provide the object distance In addition multiple beeps or pulses may occur if...

Page 26: ...niversal Remote system Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you with programming the Universal Remote system See Universal Remote System on page 5...

Page 27: ...ontrol system limits wheel spin The system is on when the vehicle is started To turn off traction control press and release g on the center console i illuminates in the instrument cluster Press and re...

Page 28: ...ve a tire sealant and compressor kit that can be used to seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire Significant sidewall damage will require the tire to be replaced See Tire Sealant and Compre...

Page 29: ...mileage Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops Avoid idling the engine for long periods of t...

Page 30: ...s current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar advisor to assess the situation contact Roadside Service and relay the exact location to send help OnStar If equipped this vehicle has a comprehensive...

Page 31: ...rors 2 18 Power Mirrors 2 18 Folding Mirrors 2 19 Heated Mirrors 2 19 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror 2 19 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 19 Windows Windows 2 20 Power Windows 2 20 Sun Vi...

Page 32: ...OnStar subscription an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle See OnStar Overview on page 14 1 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 21 for information regar...

Page 33: ...through the vehicle personalization all doors will lock and then the driver door will immediately unlock See Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 41 If the passenger doo...

Page 34: ...unlock the doors and access the trunk without removing the RKE transmitter from your pocket purse briefcase etc The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m 3 ft of the door being opened If the vehicle has...

Page 35: ...ing and holding the K switch on the door for several seconds with a door open Passive locking will then remain disabled until the door Q switch is pressed or until the vehicle is turned on To customiz...

Page 36: ...ss K or Q on the transmitter To program additional transmitters repeat Steps 3 5 When all additional transmitters are programmed press and hold the START STOP button for approximately 12 seconds to ex...

Page 37: ...opened to access the transmitter pocket 5 Press the START STOP button When the transmitter is learned the DIC display will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter 6 Remove the transmitte...

Page 38: ...ut 2 Use the oval base of the key blade to separate the two halves of the transmitter 3 Remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 4 Insert the new battery on the back housing positive side faci...

Page 39: ...oors will be locked and the parking lamps will remain on as long as the engine is running The engine will shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension is done or the ignition is put in ON RUN STA...

Page 40: ...d 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 unlocked vehicles may be una...

Page 41: ...snap the cap into place 4 Release the door handle 1 Power Door Locks Q Lock Press to lock the doors The indicator light in the switch will illuminate when activated K Unlock Press to unlock the doors...

Page 42: ...itch is pressed with the driver door open all the doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock If the vehicle is off with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle and the power door lock switch is p...

Page 43: ...er the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate or trunk hatch open or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk hatch or liftgate Engine exhaust contains carbon mono...

Page 44: ...hicle is ever without power the trunk area can still be accessed Through the rear seat pass through door if equipped 1 Fold the rear armrest down and open the pass through door See Rear Seat Pass Thro...

Page 45: ...unk enabling them to open the trunk from the 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 handl...

Page 46: ...cognized transmitter in the vehicle To avoid setting off the alarm by accident Lock the vehicle with the transmitter after all occupants have left the vehicle and all doors are closed Always unlock a...

Page 47: ...is a problem with the system Turn the ignition off and try again If the vehicle will not change ignition modes ACC ACCESSORY ON RUN START OFF and the RKE transmitter appears to be undamaged try anothe...

Page 48: ...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 Dimming Mirror The...

Page 49: ...he mirrors Heated Mirrors Rear Window Defogger Press to heat the mirrors See Dual Automatic Climate Control System Base on page 8 1 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System Uplevel on page 8 5 Interio...

Page 50: ...t weather They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance This may resul...

Page 51: ...bject is in the path of the window when the express up is active the window will stop at the obstruction and auto reverse to a preset factory position Weather conditions such as severe icing may also...

Page 52: ...fully closed 4 Continue holding the switch up for approximately two seconds after the window is completely closed The window is now reprogrammed Repeat the process for the other windows Window Lockou...

Page 53: ...ture Press and hold the front of the switch 2 to vent the sunroof The sunshade must be manually opened Press and hold the rear of the switch 2 to close the sunroof vent Anti Pinch Feature If an object...

Page 54: ...Black plate 24 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 2 24 Keys Doors and Windows 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 55: ...er 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 What Will You See afte...

Page 56: ...seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions The height of the head restraint can be adjusted Pull the head restraint up to raise it Try to move the head restraint to make s...

Page 57: ...ight 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 restraint press the button lo...

Page 58: ...on page 3 4 Some vehicles are equipped with a feature that activates a vibration in the driver seat to help the driver avoid crashes See Driver Assistance Systems on page 9 48 Lumbar Adjustment To ad...

Page 59: ...not 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 could go up over your...

Page 60: ...SET and 1 at the same time until a beep sounds 3 Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for a second driver using 2 To save positions into Button Memory for the B Exit and Easy Exit features 1 Adjust the driver seat an...

Page 61: ...menu RKE Memory positions are recalled in the following ways To activate the recall when On Driver Door Open is selected in the vehicle personalization menu On vehicles with RKE press K on the RKE tr...

Page 62: ...If something has blocked the driver seat while recalling the exit position the recall may stop Remove the obstruction then press and hold the appropriate manual control for the exit feature not recall...

Page 63: ...seats can be turned on automatically during a remote start They are canceled when the ignition is turned on Press the button to use the heated seats after the vehicle is started The heated seat indica...

Page 64: ...d the other seatback if desired Raising the Seatback WARNING If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always...

Page 65: ...n Rear Seat Pass Through Door Some vehicles have a rear seat pass through door in the center of the rear seatback Fold down the center armrest and pull the latch to open the door Safety Belts This sec...

Page 66: ...ts When you wear a safety belt you and the vehicle slow down together There is more time to stop because you stop over a longer distance and when worn properly your strongest bones take the forces fro...

Page 67: ...safety belt properly Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you Always use the correct buckle for your seating position Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hi...

Page 68: ...e Index 2 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The lap shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go bac...

Page 69: ...f the safety belt assembly They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal near frontal or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activa...

Page 70: ...om its storage pocket on the side of the seat 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat T...

Page 71: ...kely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the p...

Page 72: ...elts clean and dry See Safety Belt Care on page 3 18 Safety Belt Care Keep belts clean and dry WARNING Do not bleach or dye safety belts It may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able t...

Page 73: ...driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver A roof rail airbag for the front outboard passenger and the passenger seated directly behind the front outboard passenger The vehicle may ha...

Page 74: ...great force and faster than the blink of an eye anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Do not sit unnecessarily close to any airbag a...

Page 75: ...The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 12 Where Are the Airbags The driver frontal...

Page 76: ...o the door WARNING If something is between an occupant and an airbag the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury Continued WARNING Continu...

Page 77: ...y side impacts In addition the vehicle has dual stage frontal airbags Dual stage airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity Frontal knee airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to se...

Page 78: ...al or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the veh...

Page 79: ...should seek medical attention The vehicle has a feature that may automatically unlock the doors turn on the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers and shut off the fuel system after the airbags in...

Page 80: ...e system check When the system check is complete either the word ON or OFF or the symbol for on and off will be visible See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 13 The passenger sensing system...

Page 81: ...int in the front outboard passenger seat always 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 t...

Page 82: ...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 child restraint follo...

Page 83: ...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 maintain the passenger ai...

Page 84: ...on and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the a...

Page 85: ...senger airbag s or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag s See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 26 The vehicle has rollover roof rail airbags see Differ...

Page 86: ...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 your dealer for servic...

Page 87: ...oper 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 face or neck The lap...

Page 88: ...rious 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 and all other childre...

Page 89: ...nt 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 240 lb force on a pers...

Page 90: ...ht 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 the risk of neck and head injury d...

Page 91: ...he 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 restraint for the child s...

Page 92: ...ns 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 sudden stop and injure pe...

Page 93: ...uarantee 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 If you secure a forwar...

Page 94: ...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 belts to properly se...

Page 95: ...e 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 without the top tether b...

Page 96: ...estraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether...

Page 97: ...Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle s safety belts This may damage these parts If necessary move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments Do not fold the empty...

Page 98: ...r if equipped Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps 2 1 Find the top tether anchor 2 2 Open the top tether anchor cover to expose the anchor 2 3 Route attach and tighten th...

Page 99: ...ecurely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth There should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement for proper instal...

Page 100: ...d or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger airbag s no system...

Page 101: ...m has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag the off indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle See Passeng...

Page 102: ...ay on when the vehicle is started If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit see If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint under Passenger Sensing System on page 3 26 T...

Page 103: ...ear seat be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint on page 3 38 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle safety belt throug...

Page 104: ...d 5 6 If the child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page...

Page 105: ...e There is a power accessory outlet inside See Power Outlets on page 5 6 If equipped there may also be storage behind the climate control system Touch the bottom of the climate control system panel un...

Page 106: ...ve a compact disc player and MP3 connection inside Armrest Storage Front Armrest Push the button and lift to access the storage area The storage area may contain a USB SD interface port and auxiliary...

Page 107: ...ed 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 hangs over the rear...

Page 108: ...Black plate 4 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 4 4 Storage 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 109: ...ing Light 5 18 Lane Departure Warning LDW Light 5 18 Forward Collision Alert FCA Warning Light 5 19 Traction Off Light 5 19 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 19 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 5 2...

Page 110: ...iversal Remote System Operation 5 52 Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull or push the steering wheel closer...

Page 111: ...r Previous Favorite Press to go to the next or previous favorite radio station or CD MP3 track x or x Volume Press to increase or decrease the volume Heated Steering Wheel Heated Steering Wheel Press...

Page 112: ...n 10 minutes the wipers will restart and move to the base of the windshield If the ignition is put in OFF while the wipers are performing wipes due to windshield washing the wipers continue to run unt...

Page 113: ...h headlamp washers they are located to the side of the headlamps The headlamps must be on in order to use the headlamp washers If the headlamps are not on only the windshield will be washed Pull the w...

Page 114: ...ystem On the rear of the center floor console Lift the cover to access the accessory power outlet Notice Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an extended period of time while the vehicle is off...

Page 115: ...e 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 with a vehicle functio...

Page 116: ...Black plate 8 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 5 8 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown Metric Similar I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 117: ...re is no active phone call view recent calls or scroll through contacts If there is an active call mute the phone or switch to handset operation Settings Press SEL while the Settings application page...

Page 118: ...uel Gauge When the ignition is on the fuel gauge indicates about how much fuel is left in the tank There is an arrow near the fuel gauge pointing to the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on When th...

Page 119: ...e engine as soon as possible Safety Belt Reminders Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument cluster When the vehicle is started this light flash...

Page 120: ...ime remove the object from the seat or buckle the safety belt Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system The system check includes the airbag sens...

Page 121: ...d ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag are allowed to inflate If the word OFF or the off symbol...

Page 122: ...On Board Diagnostics Second Generation monitors the operation of the vehicle to ensure emissions are at acceptable levels helping to maintain a clean environment The malfunction indicator lamp comes...

Page 123: ...oid steep uphill grades If towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light continues to flash find a safe place to stop and park the vehicle Turn the ve...

Page 124: ...er the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel See your dealer if assistance is needed The vehicle may not pass inspection if The malfunction indicator lamp is on with the engine running or...

Page 125: ...e system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped have the v...

Page 126: ...rn off the vehicle Then start the engine again to reset the system If the ABS light stays on or comes on again while driving the vehicle needs service A chime may also sound when the light comes on st...

Page 127: ...ght then turns off The traction off light comes on when the Traction Control System TCS has been turned off by pressing and releasing the TCS StabiliTrak button This light and the StabiliTrak OFF ligh...

Page 128: ...ehicle requires service If the indicator warning light is on and flashing the TCS and or the StabiliTrak system is actively working See StabiliTrak System on page 9 34 and Traction Control System TCS...

Page 129: ...a problem with the TPMS If the problem is not corrected the light will come on at every ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 51 Engine Oil Pressure Light Notice Lack of proper...

Page 130: ...n briefly as the engine is started If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light turns off If the light stays on and the engine...

Page 131: ...See Adaptive Forward Lighting AFL on page 6 5 Lamps On Reminder The lamps on reminder light comes on when the exterior lamps are in use See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 Cruise Control Light The...

Page 132: ...can be 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 thr...

Page 133: ...t have been used since last reset The fuel used can be reset by pressing and holding SEL while this display is active Average Speed The Average Speed display shows the average speed of the vehicle in...

Page 134: ...is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 3 Remember the Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset...

Page 135: ...units The language selection is changed through the radio and the units of measurement is changed through the instrument cluster See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 41 and Settings under Instrument...

Page 136: ...Release when the desired display is shown on the HUD If vehicle messages are displayed pressing the DIC select button may clear the message See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 24 D Lift up and...

Page 137: ...outing is not active All formats will briefly show the Turn by Turn Navigation alerts and provide details about the next driving maneuver to be made When you are near the next maneuver the HUD display...

Page 138: ...Ignition Is On Is anything covering the HUD lens Is the HUD dimmer setting bright enough Is the HUD image adjusted to the proper height Are you wearing polarized sunglasses If the HUD Image Is Not Cl...

Page 139: ...23 STEP ON BRAKE TO RELEASE PARK BRAKE This message is displayed if you attempt to release the Electric Parking Brake without the brake pedal applied See Parking Brake Electric on page 9 29 or Parking...

Page 140: ...Cruise Control on page 9 40 Door Ajar Messages DOOR OPEN A door open symbol will be displayed on the DIC showing which door is open If the vehicle has been shifted out of P Park a DOOR OPEN message w...

Page 141: ...10 and Maintenance Schedule on page 11 3 ENGINE OIL HOT IDLE ENGINE This message displays when the engine oil temperature is too hot Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down ENGINE OIL...

Page 142: ...ter battery may be weak See Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 NO REMOTE PRESS BRAKE TO RESTART This message is displayed w...

Page 143: ...RADARS OFF This message displays when driving in certain areas where there may be radar interference Adaptive Cruise Control ACC Forward Collision Alert FCA and the Active Emergency Braking System may...

Page 144: ...e PARK ASSIST OFF This message displays when the Parking Assist system has been turned off or when there is a temporary condition causing the system to be disabled REAR AUTO BRAKE AND PARK ASSIST UNAV...

Page 145: ...cking features of the Driver Assistance System Do not use this system to help park or back the vehicle See your dealer for service SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT OFF This message indicates that the driver has...

Page 146: ...rical issues The system may need service See your dealer SERVICE STABILITRAK This message displays if there is a problem with the StabiliTrak system See StabiliTrak System on page 9 34 SERVICE SUSPENS...

Page 147: ...ICLE SOON This message is displayed if there is a problem with the vehicle Take the vehicle to your dealer for service Starting the Vehicle Messages PRESS BRAKE TO START VEHICLE This message is displa...

Page 148: ...N This message displays if there is a problem with the transmission See your dealer SHIFT DENIED This message displays when using the Driver Shift Control DSC and attempting to shift to a gear not app...

Page 149: ...ng vehicle features Personalization Menus MENU Press the center of this knob to enter the menus and select menu items Turn the knob to scroll through the menus BACK Press to exit or move backward in a...

Page 150: ...ollution Control is highlighted Turn and press the MENU knob to select Off or On Press BACK to go back to the last menu Auto Compartment Zone Temp This feature will choose if the vehicle uses single z...

Page 151: ...he Automatic Braking capability of the Auto Collision Preparation feature are available The Alert setting disables most automatic braking functions of the Auto Collision Preparation feature Some last...

Page 152: ...on both the driver and passenger mirrors will tilt downward when the vehicle is shifted to R Reverse to improve visibility of the ground near the rear wheels They will return to their previous drivin...

Page 153: ...language The selected language will display on the system and voice recognition will reflect the selected language Press BACK to go back to the last menu Lighting Select the Lighting menu and the fol...

Page 154: ...t is dark outside Press MENU when Adaptive Forward Lighting is highlighted Turn and press the MENU knob to select Corner and Curve Lighting or Intelligent Light Distribution On some vehicles select Co...

Page 155: ...elect Remote Lock Unlock and the following may be displayed Remote Unlock Light Feedback Remote Lock Feedback Remote Door Unlock Relock Remotely Unlocked Doors Remote Start Remote Start Auto Heat Seat...

Page 156: ...s passive unlocking to be turned on or off and selects what doors will unlock Press MENU when Passive Door Unlock is highlighted Turn and press the MENU knob to select All Doors or Driver Door Only Pr...

Page 157: ...RSS GEN 210 220 310 Universal Remote System Programming If the vehicle has this feature you will see these buttons with one indicator light next to them in the overhead console This system provides a...

Page 158: ...es 1 Hold the end of the hand held transmitter about 3 to 8 cm 1 to 3 in away from the Universal Remote system buttons while keeping the indicator light in view The hand held transmitter was supplied...

Page 159: ...oor and then release it If the garage door does not move or the lamp on the garage door opener receiver motor head unit does not flash press and hold the same button a second time for two seconds then...

Page 160: ...alf of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons All programmed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or the l...

Page 161: ...urtesy Lamps 6 7 Dome Lamps 6 7 Reading Lamps 6 7 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 6 8 Exit Lighting 6 8 Battery Power Protection 6 8 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 6 8 Exterior Lighting Exterior Lam...

Page 162: ...is no other traffic present This light comes on in the instrument cluster when the automatic high beam system is enabled Turning On and Enabling Automatic High Beams To enable the automatic high beam...

Page 163: ...lowing The other vehicle s lamp s are missing damaged obstructed from view or otherwise undetected The other vehicle s lamp s are covered with dirt snow and or road spray The other vehicle s lamp s ca...

Page 164: ...y on as long as the lever is held there Release the lever to turn them off If the headlamps are in high beam mode they will go to low beam Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make...

Page 165: ...e exterior lamp control is in AUTO the headlamps parking lamps and other exterior lamps come on The transition time for the lamps coming on varies based on wiper speed When the wipers are not operatin...

Page 166: ...lashes 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 If the lever is bri...

Page 167: ...me 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 lamp comes on when a...

Page 168: ...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 exterior lamps and dome...

Page 169: ...nment Controls 7 20 Bluetooth Voice Recognition 7 24 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agreements 7 30 Introduction Infotainment Read the following pages to become familiar with...

Page 170: ...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 replaced This could result i...

Page 171: ...Press and hold to clear the screen and display the time Press to mute the system Press again to unmute Turn the knob to adjust the volume 3 7 Seek Previous Fast Reverse Press to seek to the beginning...

Page 172: ...een CD USB SD Card and AUX 9 PHONE See Bluetooth Infotainment Controls on page 7 20 or Bluetooth Voice Recognition on page 7 24 or Bluetooth Overview on page 7 19 10 S BACK Press to return to the prev...

Page 173: ...NU knob to highlight a number 2 Press the MENU knob to select it Do this for each one of the four digits Select Enter to go to the confirmation screen 3 Re enter the four digit code Select LOCK to loc...

Page 174: ...ective at a lower radio volume where background noise can affect how well the music is heard At higher volume there may be little or no adjustment See www bose com audiopilot Maximum Startup Volume Th...

Page 175: ...s A screen displays stating all personalized radio settings will be restored back to the factory settings Select Cancel or Confirm Select S BACK to go back to the last menu English and Metric Unit Con...

Page 176: ...ht 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 display a list of AM or FM stations Pre...

Page 177: ...n the MENU knob to manually find a station Storing Radio Station Presets Favorites are stored in the favorites area at the bottom of the screen Up to 25 preset stations can be stored under the followi...

Page 178: ...io and text data No action is needed Channel Off Air This station is not currently in service Channel Unauth This station is blocked or cannot be received Channel Not Available This previously assigne...

Page 179: ...pens Backglass Antenna The AM FM antenna is integrated with the rear window defogger in the rear window Do not scratch the inside surface or damage the lines in the glass If the inside surface is dama...

Page 180: ...scratched or damaged discs Do not apply labels to discs The labels could get caught in the player Insert only one disc at a time Keep the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris Use...

Page 181: ...age comes on the screen to use the Video application The Video application is only available on vehicles with rear seat entertainment CD Menu While on the CD main page press the MENU knob to display t...

Page 182: ...laying an MP3 CD To play an MP3 CD follow the same instructions as Playing an Audio CD The following guidelines must be met when creating an MP3 disc otherwise the CD might not play Sampling rate 16 k...

Page 183: ...uffle For information on how to use the screen icons see Playing an Audio CD USB Menu Press the MENU knob to display the USB menu and the following may display Browse Select to display the files and f...

Page 184: ...vehicle is off while an iPod is connected using the iPod USB cable the iPod battery stops charging and the iPod automatically turns off If the iPod is an unsupported model it can still be listened to...

Page 185: ...ht and press to select an album name to view a list of all songs on the album 3 Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select the song from the list to begin playback Genres 1 Turn the MENU knob...

Page 186: ...e vehicle is in P Park Connect a 3 5 mm 1 8 in cable from the auxiliary device to the auxiliary input jack If an auxiliary device has already been connected but a different source is currently active...

Page 187: ...es 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 section See Storing and D...

Page 188: ...control the system and dial phone numbers Noise The system may not recognize voice commands if there is too much background noise When to Speak A tone sounds to indicate that the system is ready for...

Page 189: ...g Information Up to five cell phones can be paired to the Bluetooth system The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is moving Pairing only needs to be completed once unless the pairing informa...

Page 190: ...the highlighted device Phone Menu Once a phone is connected and selected the following may display Recent Calls Turn the MENU knob to highlight Recent Calls and press to select Contacts Turn the MENU...

Page 191: ...act Making a Call To make a call 1 Turn the MENU knob then press to select the PHONE screen button 2 Turn the MENU knob and press to select Keypad 3 Turn the MENU knob to highlight the first digit and...

Page 192: ...em 1 When a call is active turn the MENU knob then press to select the PHONE screen button 2 Press the area just above the chrome bar and below the KEYPAD screen button 3 Turn the MENU knob to highlig...

Page 193: ...at you want to pair For help with this process see your cell phone manufacturer s user guide 5 Locate the device named Your Vehicle in the list on the cell phone Follow the instructions on the cell ph...

Page 194: ...ame tag by entering the digits one at a time Delete This command is used to delete individual name tags Delete All Name Tags This command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands Free Calling Directo...

Page 195: ...call command can be used interchangeably to dial a phone number or a stored name tag Digit Dial This command allows a phone number to be dialed by entering the digits one at a time Re dial This comman...

Page 196: ...s Receiving a Call When an incoming call is received the audio system mutes and a ring tone is heard in the vehicle Press g to answer the call Press c to ignore a call Call Waiting Call waiting must b...

Page 197: ...gnition commands on the cell phone See your cell phone manufacturer s user guide to see if the cell phone supports this feature To access contacts stored in the cell phone 1 Press g The system respond...

Page 198: ...s 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 subject to Customer Agree...

Page 199: ...ression software included in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems Inc General Requirements 1 A Licens...

Page 200: ...Black plate 32 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 7 32 Infotainment System 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 201: ...Air Filter 8 10 Service 8 11 Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Base For vehicles with this system it controls the heating cooling and ventilation 1 Driver and Passenger Te...

Page 202: ...d 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 passenger Press to increase or decrease the te...

Page 203: ...rculated as needed to help quickly cool the inside of the vehicle Recirculation Press to alternate between recirculating air inside the vehicle or pulling in outside air The indicator light on the but...

Page 204: ...ont 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 stations clearly The repairs wo...

Page 205: ...er Temperature Controls 2 Fan Control 3 OFF Fan 4 Driver and Passenger Heated Seats If Equipped 5 AUTO Automatic Operation 6 Defrost 7 Rear Window Defogger 8 Recirculation Climate Touch Screen Control...

Page 206: ...peration If the air delivery mode or fan setting is manually adjusted the auto indicator turns off and the display will show the selected settings Auto operation can be turned off individually for cli...

Page 207: ...sing any of the air delivery buttons cancels automatic air delivery control and the direction of the airflow can be controlled manually Press AUTO to return to automatic operation To change the curren...

Page 208: ...n the rear window defogger on or off The rear window defogger turns off automatically after about 10 minutes If turned on again it runs for about five minutes before turning off At higher vehicle spee...

Page 209: ...art on page 2 8 The rear window defogger turns on if it is cold outside Sensors The solar sensor monitors the solar heat The climate control system uses the sensor information to adjust the temperatur...

Page 210: ...irculate the air inside the vehicle more effectively Use of non GM approved hood deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the system Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the out...

Page 211: ...n the vehicle The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle It...

Page 212: ...Black plate 12 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 8 12 Climate Controls 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 213: ...rking over Things That Burn 9 22 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 23 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 23 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 24 Manual Mode 9 25 Manual Transmission Manual...

Page 214: ...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 mind on the drive Do no...

Page 215: ...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 can have a serious or...

Page 216: ...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 fluid Regular maint...

Page 217: ...id 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 most skids by takin...

Page 218: ...lace the brake fluid before racing closed track driving Notice If using the vehicle for competitive driving the engine may use more oil than it would with normal use Low oil levels can damage the engi...

Page 219: ...ng water Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous Water can build up under the vehicle s tires so they actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough...

Page 220: ...en none going down a hill Steering may also be affected when ignition is off You could crash Always have the engine running and the vehicle in gear when going downhill Stay in your own lane Do not swi...

Page 221: ...e use Roadside Service See Roadside Service Mexico on page 13 7 or Roadside Service U S and Canada on page 13 11 To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe Turn on the hazard warning flashers T...

Page 222: ...ly for the traction system to free the vehicle turn the traction system off and use the rocking method See Traction Control System TCS on page 9 33 WARNING If the vehicle s tires spin at high speed th...

Page 223: ...nued vehicle handles This could cause loss of control and a crash Overloading can also shorten the life of the vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label Label Example 1 Number of Occupant Seating Pos...

Page 224: ...figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available ca...

Page 225: ...ehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 5 340 kg 750 lbs 3 Available Cargo Weight 113 kg 250 lbs Example 3 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example...

Page 226: ...Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit earlier in this section WARNING Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle W...

Page 227: ...st 2 414 km 1 500 mi Avoid full throttle starts and abrupt stops Do not exceed 4000 engine rpm Avoid driving at any one constant speed fast or slow Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle when...

Page 228: ...etained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 20 Automatic Transmission If the vehicle is not in P Park the ignition will return to ACC ACCESSORY and display a message in the Driver Information Center DIC See...

Page 229: ...STOP button for longer than two seconds or press twice within five seconds ACC ACCESSORY Amber Indicator Light This mode allows you to use some electrical accessories when the engine is off With the...

Page 230: ...overed by the vehicle warranty See Add On Electrical Equipment on page 9 72 Manual Transmission The shift lever should be in Neutral and the parking brake engaged Hold the clutch pedal down to the flo...

Page 231: ...king motor and drain the battery Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to let the cranking motor cool down 2 If the engine does not start after five to 10 seconds especially in very cold weather b...

Page 232: ...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 heater in your particu...

Page 233: ...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 of the vehicle puts too much f...

Page 234: ...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 use 1 First...

Page 235: ...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 the windows completely...

Page 236: ...e starting the engine The vehicle has an electronic shift lock release system Fully apply the regular brakes first and then press the shift lever button before shifting from P Park with the ignition i...

Page 237: ...assing 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 push the accelerator all the way down The transmission will shift dow...

Page 238: ...hift Mode hold the upshift control for two seconds If no action is taken the vehicle returns to automatic shifting after a brief period of driving at a steady speed or when the vehicle comes to a stop...

Page 239: ...p on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to Neutral Neutral Use this position when you start or idle the...

Page 240: ...tays on See Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light on page 5 18 If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to avoid a sudden obstacle a comput...

Page 241: ...or the EPB is on the center console for vehicles with a manual transmission or on the left side of the instrument panel for vehicles with an automatic transmission The EPB can always be activated even...

Page 242: ...If the parking brake warning light is on the EPB has detected an internal error or a fault in another system and is operating with reduced functionality To apply the EPB when this light is on lift up...

Page 243: ...k for vehicles with a manual transmission taking off on a hill In a situation where no roll back is desired an applied EPB will allow both feet to be used for the clutch and accelerator pedals in prep...

Page 244: ...ability system hydraulic brake control module increases brake pressure at each corner of the vehicle until the ABS activates Minor brake pedal pulsation or pedal movement during this time is normal an...

Page 245: ...it wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions the system should always be left on But TCS can be turned off if needed TCS StabiliTrak Light d flashes to indicate that the TCS is active If there...

Page 246: ...ruise control will automatically disengage Press the cruise control button to reengage when road conditions allow See Cruise Control on page 9 37 Adding non GM accessories can affect the vehicle s per...

Page 247: ...ystem Messages on page 5 38 When one of these messages is displayed and or d comes on and stays on the vehicle is safe to drive but the system is not operational Driving should be adjusted accordingly...

Page 248: ...vehicle is equipped with MagneRide selecting the various Driver Modes adjusts the ride of the vehicle to enhance the ride performance for the road conditions and the selected mode Manual Transmission...

Page 249: ...les with a limited slip rear axle can give more traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel When traction is low this feature allows the drive wheel with the most traction to move the vehicle The limited...

Page 250: ...speed and activate cruise control or to decrease vehicle speed if the cruise control is already activated To decrease speed by 1 km h 1 mph press SET down to the first detent To decrease speed by 5 km...

Page 251: ...speed is reached then release it To decrease the vehicle speed in small increments press SET down to the first detent For each press the vehicle goes about 1 km h 1 mph slower To decrease the vehicle...

Page 252: ...ion regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 If a vehicle is detected in your path ACC can apply acceleration or limited m...

Page 253: ...o the first detent To increase speed by 5 km h 5 mph increments press RES up to the second detent SET Set Coast Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate ACC or to decrease vehicle...

Page 254: ...at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied the ACC is disengaged without erasing the set speed from memory To begin using ACC again press RES up briefly on the steering wheel The vehicle retu...

Page 255: ...T down to the second detent For each press the vehicle goes about 5 km h 5 mph slower The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric units See Instrument Cluster on page 5 8 The...

Page 256: ...e ahead symbol is in the instrument cluster and HUD display if equipped The vehicle ahead symbol only displays when a vehicle is detected in your vehicle s path If this symbol is not displaying ACC wi...

Page 257: ...fety Alert Seat will pulse three times or three beeps will sound See Alert Type and Go Notifier in Collision Detection Systems under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 41 When the vehicle ahead drives...

Page 258: ...ed especially when following a vehicle exiting or entering exit ramps You could lose control of the vehicle or crash Do not use ACC while driving on an entrance or exit ramp Always be ready to use the...

Page 259: ...ahead until it is completely in the lane The brake may need to be manually applied Do Not Use ACC on Hills and When Towing a Trailer Do not use ACC when driving on steep hills or when towing a traile...

Page 260: ...rely on the Driver Assistance Systems These systems do not replace the need for paying attention and driving safely You may not hear or feel alerts or warnings provided by these systems Failure to use...

Page 261: ...els may also have the Rear Automatic Braking and Backing Warning System Rear Cross Traffic Alert RCTA and or Front Parking Assist When the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse the RVC displays an image o...

Page 262: ...h 5 mph the sensors on the rear bumper detect objects up to 2 5 m 8 ft behind the vehicle that are within a zone 25 cm 10 in high off the ground and below bumper level WARNING The parking assist syst...

Page 263: ...speeds there may not be enough time for the short sharp application of the vehicle brake system to occur To prevent injury death or vehicle damage even with the Backing Warning System always check th...

Page 264: ...ng wheel is used to turn on or off the Front and Rear Parking Assist Rear Automatic Braking and Backing Warning System at the same time The indicator light next to the button comes on when the feature...

Page 265: ...ARNING FCA is a warning system and does not apply the brakes When approaching a slower moving or stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly or when following a vehicle too closely FCA may not provide a warning...

Page 266: ...the windshield headlamps and FCA sensors clean and in good repair Collision Alert With Head Up Display Without Head Up Display When the vehicle is started this series of red lights or the collision al...

Page 267: ...lecting the alert timing The range of selectable alert timing may not be appropriate for all drivers and driving conditions Changing the FCA timing setting automatically changes the following gap sett...

Page 268: ...ection range of approximately 60 m 197 ft Braking can only occur if a vehicle is detected ahead This is shown by the FCA vehicle ahead indicator being lit See Forward Collision Alert FCA System on pag...

Page 269: ...nd startling To override Automatic Braking firmly press the accelerator pedal if it is safe to do so Automatic Braking can be disabled or reduced through vehicle personalization See the Auto Collision...

Page 270: ...hicle is started both outside mirror SBZA displays will briefly come on to indicate the system is operating When the vehicle is moving forward the left or right side mirror display will light up if a...

Page 271: ...ns Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Lane Departure Warning LDW LDW may help avoid crashes due to unintentional lane departures It may provide a warning if the veh...

Page 272: ...hile the vehicle is traveling at 56 km h 35 mph or greater If the vehicle crosses a detected lane marking without using the turn signal this indicator will change to amber and flash In addition three...

Page 273: ...ptimum vehicle performance we recommend the use of gasoline advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Look for the TOP TIER label on the fuel pump to ensure gasoline meets enhanced detergency standard...

Page 274: ...higher the engine needs service Gasoline Specifications At a minimum gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814 Some gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl ma...

Page 275: ...LUS added to the fuel tank at every engine oil change can help clean deposits from fuel injectors and intake valves GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS is the only gasoline additive recommended by General M...

Page 276: ...tank with fuel mixtures that do not meet ASTM or CGSB specifications can affect driveability and could cause the malfunction indicator lamp to come on As the outside temperature approaches freezing et...

Page 277: ...is spray can happen if the tank is nearly full and 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 locki...

Page 278: ...ion attendant Leave the area immediately Notice If a new fuel cap is needed be sure to get the right type of cap from your dealer The wrong type of fuel cap might not fit properly might cause the malf...

Page 279: ...hen 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 to a lower gear if the...

Page 280: ...assed 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 trailer to the right mo...

Page 281: ...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 chocks under the trail...

Page 282: ...and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice or write us at our Customer Assistance Offices See Customer Assist...

Page 283: ...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 trailer hitch is installed If so seal the holes when the hitch is remov...

Page 284: ...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 operating The vehicle h...

Page 285: ...eck 10 27 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 27 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 27 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 28 Windshield Replacement 10 28 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 10 29 Bulb Repla...

Page 286: ...65 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 72 Jump Starting Jump Starting 10 73 Towing Towing the Vehicle 10 76 Recreational Vehicle Towing 10 76 Appearance Care Exterior Care 10 78 Interior C...

Page 287: ...uld even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the installation or use of non GM certified parts including contro...

Page 288: ...ms Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids reservoir caps or dipsticks Hood To open the hood 1 Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle It is on the lower left side of the instrument pa...

Page 289: ...Black plate 5 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 Vehicle Care 10 5 Engine Compartment Overview 2 0L L4 Engine I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 290: ...essure Cap See Cooling System on page 10 15 4 Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 32 5 Engine Cooling Fan Out of View See Cooling System on page 10 15 6 Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil on page...

Page 291: ...Black plate 7 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 Vehicle Care 10 7 2 5L L4 Engine I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 292: ...essure Cap See Cooling System on page 10 15 4 Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 32 5 Engine Cooling Fans Out of View See Cooling System on page 10 15 6 Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil on pag...

Page 293: ...Black plate 9 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 Vehicle Care 10 9 3 6L V6 Engine I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 294: ...nd 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 and When to Add Engin...

Page 295: ...remove the excess amount of oil See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 5 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push t...

Page 296: ...taining used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil f...

Page 297: ...pear on the display See Engine Oil Messages on page 5 33 2 Press SEL on the DIC controls and hold SEL down for a few seconds to clear the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message and reset the oil life at 100 B...

Page 298: ...ansmission it is not necessary to regularly check brake clutch fluid unless there is a leak suspected Adding fluid will not correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the...

Page 299: ...LCV Engine and 3 6L V6 LFX Engine Similar 1 Remove the four screws and lift the cover out of the assembly 2 Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 3 Lower the cover and secure with the four...

Page 300: ...e Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap 2 Engine Cooling Fans Out of View 3 6L V6 LFX Engine 1 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap 2 Engine Cooling Fans Out of View WARNING An electric engine coo...

Page 301: ...3 and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 13 The following explains the cooling system and how to check and add coolant when it is low If there is a problem with engine overheating see Engine...

Page 302: ...is visible in the coolant surge tank If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above...

Page 303: ...RNING You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 1 Remove the...

Page 304: ...e system cools down again see your dealer Engine Overheating The vehicle has an indicator to warn of the engine overheating If the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears get s...

Page 305: ...shift to P Park or N Neutral for an automatic transmission or Neutral for a manual transmission and let the engine idle If the overheat warning no longer displays the vehicle can be driven Continue t...

Page 306: ...edal firmly WARNING The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well That could lead to a crash When the brake wear warning sound is heard have the vehicle serviced Notice Co...

Page 307: ...ee Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 5 for the location of the reservoir There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The brake fluid level goes down becaus...

Page 308: ...rong kind of fluid in the brake clutch hydraulic system the brakes might not work well This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake clutch fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage b...

Page 309: ...rage WARNING Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you are not careful See Jump Starting on page 10 73 for tips on working around a battery without ge...

Page 310: ...suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could 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 Se...

Page 311: ...t lever out of P Park with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of P Park contact your dealer for service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn...

Page 312: ...eplacement Parts on page 11 14 To replace the windshield wiper blade 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 wip...

Page 313: ...urized 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 Discharge HID Lighting WAR...

Page 314: ...h under the rear fascia and locate the back up lamp assembly 2 Remove the bulb socket 1 by turning counterclockwise and pulling straight out of the lamp assembly 2 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket 4...

Page 315: ...License Plate Lamp W5W LL For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer Electrical System Electrical System Overload The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an elect...

Page 316: ...circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems To check a fuse look a...

Page 317: ...c ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 Vehicle Care 10 33 Notice Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component I n f o r m a t...

Page 318: ...Not Used 19 Antilock Brake System Pump 20 Antilock Brake System Valve 21 AIR Pump 22 Not Used 23 Wiper Control Relay 24 Wiper Speed Relay 25 Engine Control Module Relay 26 AIR Pump Relay 27 Spare Hea...

Page 319: ...Clutch Number Usage 54 AIR Solenoid 55 Transmission Control Module Spare 56 Headlamp Low Relay 57 Headlamp high Relay 58 Starter 59 Starter Relay 60 Run Crank Relay 61 Vacuum Pump Relay 62 Air Conditi...

Page 320: ...ip beginning at the point shown To install the end cover insert the tabs on the back of the cover into the slots in the instrument panel at the points shown Align the clips with the slots in the instr...

Page 321: ...ot Used 2 Data Link Connector 3 Not Used 4 Not Used 5 Heater Ventilation and Air Conditioning Control 6 Electric Steering Column Lock 8 Battery 9 Heated Steering Wheel 10 Not Used 11 Logistics Shunt 1...

Page 322: ...24 Not Used 25 Not Used 27 RAP Relay 28 Front Heater Ventilation and Air Conditioning Blower Number Usage 29 Power Steering Column 30 Not Used Circuit Breakers Usage CB7 Not Used CB26 Not Used Relays...

Page 323: ...e 1 Not Used 2 Left Window 3 Body Control Module 8 4 Not Used 5 Passive Entry Passive Start Battery 1 6 Body Control Module 4 7 Heated Mirrors 8 Amplifier 9 Rear Window Defogger 10 Not Used 11 Trailer...

Page 324: ...27 SBZA LDW EOCM 28 Trailer Sunshade Number Usage 29 Not Used 30 Semi Active Damping System 31 Transfer Case Control Module 32 Theft Module Universal Garage Door Opener Rain Sensor 33 UPA 34 Radio DV...

Page 325: ...should be checked when the tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when hitting a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Wor...

Page 326: ...see Buying New Tires on page 10 57 With winter tires there may be decreased dry road traction increased road noise and shorter tread life After changing to winter tires be alert for changes in vehicl...

Page 327: ...service center to determine whether the tire can be repaired or should be replaced To maintain the run flat feature all replacement tires must be run flat tires To locate the nearest GM or run flat se...

Page 328: ...sportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards DOT Tire Date of Manufacture The last four digits of the TIN indic...

Page 329: ...ratio is 60 as shown in item 3 of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 60 percent as high as it is wide 4 Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply cons...

Page 330: ...fuel oil and coolant but without passengers and cargo DOT Markings A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation DOT Mot...

Page 331: ...rs white lettering or bears manufacturer brand and or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passen...

Page 332: ...e Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 11 Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire Load on an individual tire due to curb weight accessory weight occupant weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently...

Page 333: ...r at least three hours or no more than 1 6 km 1 mi Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem Press the tire gauge firmly onto the valve to get the pressure measurement If the cold tire inflation p...

Page 334: ...readings to a receiver located in the vehicle Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufactu...

Page 335: ...on properly See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 51 Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada Standards See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 21 for information...

Page 336: ...tire sealant could damage 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 t...

Page 337: ...ge 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 after rotating the vehi...

Page 338: ...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 times to indicate...

Page 339: ...le 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 for New Tires on page 1...

Page 340: ...eel 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 fastened can make wheel nuts become...

Page 341: ...ion 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 year 2010 would have...

Page 342: ...ation and maintenance have been done all four tires should wear out at about the same time See Tire Rotation on page 10 55 for information on proper tire rotation However if it is necessary to replace...

Page 343: ...1 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 size than the original...

Page 344: ...so conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Requirements In Addition To These...

Page 345: ...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 balanced at the factory to provide the long...

Page 346: ...e 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 however use a scraper or...

Page 347: ...ehicle damage drive slow and readjust or remove the traction device if it contacts the vehicle Do not spin the wheels If traction devices are used install them on the rear tires Notice If the vehicle...

Page 348: ...cle It may be very bumpy and noisy Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible WARNING Driving on a flat tire will cause permanent damage to the tire Re inflating a tire after it has been dri...

Page 349: ...dangerous Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death Never run the engine in an enclose...

Page 350: ...kit to be effective See Roadside Service Mexico on page 13 7 or Roadside Service U S and Canada on page 13 11 Read and follow all of the tire sealant and compressor kit instructions The kit includes 1...

Page 351: ...ly 2 On Off Button 3 Pressure Gauge 4 Pressure Deflation Button 5 Tire Sealant Canister 6 Sealant Air Hose Clear 7 Air Only Hose Black 8 Power Plug When using the tire sealant and compressor kit durin...

Page 352: ...o not use the cigarette lighter If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter use the cigarette lighter Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window 7 Start the vehicle The vehicle must be run...

Page 353: ...is not sealed and will continue to leak air until the vehicle is driven and the sealant is distributed in the tire therefore Steps 12 18 must be done immediately after Step 11 Be careful while handlin...

Page 354: ...ecommended inflation pressure inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure 20 Wipe off any sealant from the wheel tire and vehicle 21 Dispose of the used sealant canister 5 and sealant air h...

Page 355: ...r plug 8 into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets See Power Outlets on page 5 6 If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet do not use the ci...

Page 356: ...e stem cap 14 Replace the air only hose 7 and the power plug 8 and cord back in its original location 15 Place the equipment in the original storage location in the vehicle The tire sealant and compre...

Page 357: ...safely WARNING Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you d...

Page 358: ...sion See Shifting Into Park Automatic Transmission on page 9 20 with an automatic transmission or Parking on page 9 22 with a manual transmission Notice If any accessories are left on or plugged in du...

Page 359: ...ery 7 Connect one end of the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery 8 Connect the other end of the black negative cable to the negative grounding point for the discharged ba...

Page 360: ...a motor home see Recreational Vehicle Towing in this section Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome The two...

Page 361: ...nd If a rear wheel drive vehicle must be towed a dolly or a trailer should be used If an all wheel drive vehicle must be towed a trailer should be used See Dolly Towing following for more information...

Page 362: ...ith any of its wheels on the ground All wheel drive vehicles can only be towed with all four wheels on a trailer Appearance Care Exterior Care Washing the Vehicle To preserve the vehicle s finish wash...

Page 363: ...or mild polishing should be done to remove residue from the paint finish See your dealer for approved cleaning products Do not apply waxes or polishes to uncoated plastic vinyl rubber decals simulated...

Page 364: ...es on the vehicle Wheels and Trim Aluminum or Chrome Use a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water to clean the wheels After rinsing thoroughly with clean water dry with a soft clean towel A wax may...

Page 365: ...with touch up materials available from your dealer to avoid corrosion Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop Chemical Paint Spotting Airborne pollutants ca...

Page 366: ...due that creates streaks and attracts dirt Do not use solutions that contain strong or caustic soap Do not heavily saturate the upholstery when cleaning Do not use solvents or cleaners containing solv...

Page 367: ...fer from the soil to the cleaning cloth 5 If the soil is not completely removed use a mild soap solution followed only by club soda or plain water If the soil is not completely removed it may be neces...

Page 368: ...d are not recommended Do not use cleaners that increase gloss especially on the instrument panel Reflected glare can decrease visibility through the windshield under certain conditions Notice Use of a...

Page 369: ...ertified 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 floor mat with the c...

Page 370: ...Black plate 86 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 10 86 Vehicle Care 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 371: ...ortant investment This section describes the required maintenance for the vehicle Follow this schedule to help protect against major repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance It...

Page 372: ...vices The Additional Required Services Normal are for vehicles that Carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 11...

Page 373: ...acement Multi point vehicle inspection MPVI performed by a qualified technician Cadillac requires that all Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance services be performed by a Cadillac authorized service deal...

Page 374: ...21 Visually inspect windshield wiper blades for wear cracking or contamination See Exterior Care on page 10 78 Replace worn or damaged wiper blades See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10 28 Check tire...

Page 375: ...rator pedal for damage high effort or binding Replace if needed Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear cracks or other damage Check the hold open ability of the strut See your dealer if service...

Page 376: ...Black plate 6 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 11 6 Service and Maintenance I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 377: ...ll fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition Check that the purge valve if the vehicle has one works properly Replace as needed 3 Or every four years whichever comes firs...

Page 378: ...Black plate 8 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 11 8 Service and Maintenance I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 379: ...the purge valve if the vehicle has one works properly 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 380: ...ntain 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...

Page 381: ...ar 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 service is needed Tires Ti...

Page 382: ...er 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 technicians can inspect t...

Page 383: ...e 10 17 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 88863461 in Canada 88863462 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirement...

Page 384: ...od and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant GM Part No 3634770 in Canada 10953518 or Dielectric Silicon...

Page 385: ...ssenger Compartment Air Filter Particle Filter 13356916 Accessory Odor and Particle Filter 13356914 Spark Plugs 2 0L L4 Engine 12626906 41 116 2 5L L4 Engine 12627160 41 115 3 6L V6 Engine 12622561 41...

Page 386: ...rds After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Date...

Page 387: ...Black plate 17 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 Service and Maintenance 11 17 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 388: ...Black plate 18 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 11 18 Service and Maintenance 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 389: ...lso 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 code This code identifi...

Page 390: ...apacities 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 for more information C...

Page 391: ...atic 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 manual Recheck fluid level after filling E...

Page 392: ...Black plate 4 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 2 0L and 2 5L L4 Engines 3 6L V6 Engine I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 393: ...rnment 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 Infotainment System 13...

Page 394: ...ue 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 BBB Auto Line Program...

Page 395: ...informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1 800 207 0685 or call the General Motors Customer...

Page 396: ...mount of time by your dealer please call the General Motors Customer Assistance Center CAC and provide the following information Name Address Phone number Model year Brand Vehicle Identification Numbe...

Page 397: ...s 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 Other Mexico Locations...

Page 398: ...bers 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 Vehicle Identificati...

Page 399: ...oadside 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 passengers while driving th...

Page 400: ...ommission of a crime administrative violation or breach of traffic regulations Roadside Assistance will not provide service When the vehicle is not accessible to be towed all maneuvers required to acc...

Page 401: ...ntary Transportation If you prefer to continue your trip to the intended destination or return to your place of residence and the trip requires more than eight hours driving on the road transportation...

Page 402: ...terms and conditions of the Roadside Assistance program Any damage to the vehicle without intent derived from the services provided Cost of towing a trailer when choosing a Cadillac dealer that is ne...

Page 403: ...lac and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Service program at any time without notification Cadillac and General Motors of Canada Limite...

Page 404: ...ealership Each technician travels with a specially equipped service vehicle complete with the necessary Cadillac parts and tools required to handle most roadside repairs Services Not Included in Roads...

Page 405: ...ipating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for vehicles with the Bumper to Bumper Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada extended powertrain and or hybrid s...

Page 406: ...nclude 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 mileage or rental usage...

Page 407: ...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 Your dealer may have...

Page 408: ...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 repair facility of choice...

Page 409: ...anual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 U S plus handling and shipping fees Without Portfolio...

Page 410: ...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 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424...

Page 411: ...lp the driver control the vehicle These modules may store data to help the dealer technician service the vehicle Some modules may also store data about how the vehicle is operated such as rate of fuel...

Page 412: ...s defense of litigation through the discovery process or as required by law Data that GM collects or receives may also be used for GM research needs or may be made available to others for research pu...

Page 413: ...th Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 The device may not cause harmful interference 2 The device must accept any interference received...

Page 414: ...Black plate 22 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 13 22 Customer Information 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 415: ...ns If the status light is Solid Green System is ready Flashing Green On a call Red Indicates a problem Push or call 1 888 4ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to speak to an Advisor Push to Make a call end a call o...

Page 416: ...tions 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 services OnSta...

Page 417: ...ss and the distance to the destination then responds with OnStar ready then a tone 3 Say Goodbye Exits voice commands Other Navigation Services Available from OnStar OnStar eNav Allows subscribers to...

Page 418: ...ing 1 Push System responds OnStar ready 2 Say Store System responds Please say the number you would like to store 3 Say the entire number without pausing System responds Please say the name tag 4 Pick...

Page 419: ...ds and will explain the OnStar service offers and options available How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response Emergency Services Crisis Assist Stolen Vehicle Assistance Vehicle Diagnostics Rem...

Page 420: ...ies and medical conditions Push for help with Locating a gas station with an attendant to pump gas Finding a hotel restaurant etc that meets accessibility needs Providing directions to the closest hos...

Page 421: ...ary loss of GPS can cause loss of the ability to send a Turn by Turn Navigation route The Advisor may give a verbal route or may ask for a call back after the vehicle is driven into an open area Cellu...

Page 422: ...TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM DAMAGES OR O...

Page 423: ...n documentation and or other materials provided with the distribution The sole exception to this condition is redistribution of a standard UnZipSFX binary including SFXWiz as part of a self extracting...

Page 424: ...Black plate 10 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 14 10 OnStar 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 425: ...after an Airbag Inflates 3 24 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 23 Where Are the Airbags 3 21 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3 30 Passenger Status Indicator 5 13 Readiness Light 5 12 Servicing...

Page 426: ...0 30 Halogen Bulbs 10 29 Headlamp Aiming 10 29 Headlamps 10 29 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 10 29 License Plate Lamps 10 30 Buying New Tires 10 57 C Calibration 5 5 California Fuel Requiremen...

Page 427: ...e Control Active 9 40 Customer Assistance 13 5 Offices 13 4 13 5 Text Telephone TTY Users 13 5 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 13 17 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 13 1...

Page 428: ...oolant Temperature Gauge 5 11 Coolant Temperature Warning Light 5 20 Cooling System 10 15 Cooling System Messages 5 32 Drive Belt Routing 12 4 Exhaust 9 23 Heater 9 19 Oil Life System 10 12 Oil Messag...

Page 429: ...ations 9 62 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 5 11 Fuel 5 10 Odometer 5 9 Speedometer 5 9 Tachometer 5 10 Trip Odometer 5 10 Warning Lights and Indicators 5 7 General Information Service and Maintenan...

Page 430: ...ary 7 18 Jump Starting 10 73 K Key and Lock Messages 5 34 Keyless Entry Remote RKE System 2 3 Keys 2 1 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 10 44 Lamps Courtesy 6 7 Daytime Running DRL 6 4 Dome 6 7 Exterior Contr...

Page 431: ...ion 2 12 Power Door 2 11 Safety 2 12 Loss of Control 9 5 Low Fuel Warning Light 5 22 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 3 40 Lumbar Adjustment 3 4 Front Seats 3 4 M Maintenance Record...

Page 432: ...ditional Information 14 5 OnStar Connections 14 3 OnStar Diagnostics 14 5 OnStar Emergency 14 2 OnStar Navigation 14 2 OnStar Overview 14 1 OnStar Security 14 2 Ordering Service Publications 13 17 Out...

Page 433: ...9 Automatic Dimming 2 19 Reclining Seatbacks 3 5 Recommended Fuel 9 62 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 11 13 Records Maintenance 11 16 Recreational Vehicle Towing 10 76 Reimbursement Program GM Mobi...

Page 434: ...3 6 Power Adjustment Front 3 3 Rear 3 9 Reclining Seatbacks 3 5 Securing Child Restraints 3 46 3 48 Security Light 5 22 Messages 5 39 OnStar 14 2 Vehicle 2 15 Vehicle Alarm 2 15 Service 8 11 Accessori...

Page 435: ...ack 4 3 Systems Driver Assistance 9 48 T Tachometer 5 10 Text Telephone TTY Users 13 5 Theft Deterrent Systems 2 16 Immobilizer 2 16 Thigh Support Adjustment 3 4 Time 5 6 Tires Buying New Tires 10 57...

Page 436: ...portation Program Courtesy 13 13 Trip Odometer 5 10 Trunk 2 13 Turn and Lane Change Signals 6 6 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 60 Universal Remote System 5 49 Operation 5 52 Programming 5 49 Update...

Page 437: ...iv Cautions and Danger iv Hazard Flashers 6 6 Washer Fluid 10 21 Messages 5 41 Washer Headlamps 5 5 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 10 61 Different Size 10 59 Replacement 10 61 When It Is Time for N...

Page 438: ...Black plate 14 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 6 5 12 i 14 INDEX 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

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