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Cadillac ATS Owner Manual - 2013 - crc - 10/8/12

2013 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual

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In Brief

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

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Performance and

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18

Keys, Doors, and

Windows

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

Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22

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
Pedestrian Protection

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-52

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 . . . . . . . . . . 5-23
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-29
Vehicle Personalisation . . . . . . . 5-40

Lighting

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

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

Infotainment System

. . . . . . . . . 7-1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

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 . . . . . . . 9-14
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-21
Manual Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-31
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35
Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-46
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-59
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-62
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-62

Summary of Contents for ATS 2013

Page 1: ...orage 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 23 Vehicle Message...

Page 2: ...lacement 10 24 Electrical System 10 26 Wheels and Tyres 10 35 Jump Starting 10 52 Towing 10 54 Appearance Care 10 57 Service and Maintenance 11 1 General Information 11 1 Scheduled Maintenance 11 1 Re...

Page 3: ...icle Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Using this Manual To quickly locate information about the vehicle use the Index in the back of the manual It is an alphabetical list of what is...

Page 4: ...icle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean For more information on the symbol refer to the Index 9 Airbag Readiness Light Air Conditioning G...

Page 5: ...0 Interior Lighting 1 10 Exterior Lighting 1 11 Windscreen Wiper Washer 1 11 Climate Controls 1 12 Transmission 1 13 Vehicle Features Steering Wheel Controls 1 14 Cruise Control 1 14 Infotainment Syst...

Page 6: ...Black plate 2 1 Cadillac ATS Europe 2013 crc 10 8 12 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview...

Page 7: ...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 6 11 Bonnet Release Out of View See Bonnet on page 10 3 12 Data...

Page 8: ...es that may or may not be on your specific vehicle For more detailed information refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual Remote Keyless Entry RKE System The RKE tra...

Page 9: ...d the climate control system may come on The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes Repeat the steps for a 10 minute time extension Remote start can be extended only once Cancelling a Remote Start...

Page 10: ...n activated See Power Door Locks on page 2 10 Boot To open the boot press from inside the vehicle or on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or push the touch pad on the rear of the boot above the...

Page 11: ...forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down If available raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by m...

Page 12: ...T and B Exit buttons on the driver door are used to manually save and recall memory settings for the driver seat and outside mirrors See Memory Seats on page 3 6 and Vehicle Personalisation on page 5...

Page 13: ...djustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly To achieve a comfortable seating position change the seatback recline angle as little as necessar...

Page 14: ...will automatically reduce the glare from the headlamps from behind The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2 19 Steering Wheel Adjustmen...

Page 15: ...ator 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 AUTO Turns the headlamps on an...

Page 16: ...wipes hold the stalk down n L Pull the stalk toward you to spray windscreen washer fluid and activate the wipers See Windscreen Wiper Washer on page 5 3 Climate Controls For vehicles with one of thes...

Page 17: ...8 Recirculation See Dual Automatic Climate Control System Base on page 8 1 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System Uplevel on page 8 5 Transmission Automatic Transmission Driver Shift Control DSC or...

Page 18: ...to reject an incoming call or end a current call Press to mute or unmute the infotainment system S or T Press to go to the previous or next menu option y or z Press the five way control up or down to...

Page 19: ...detent To decrease speed to the next 5 km h 5 mph mark on the speedometer press SET down to the second detent Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory See Cruise Co...

Page 20: ...ing LDW on page 9 57 Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA If available SBZA will alert the driver to vehicles in the vehicle s side blind zone When the system detects a vehicle in the side blind zone the SBZA d...

Page 21: ...system On the rear of the centre floor console Lift the cover to access the accessory power outlet See Power Outlets on page 5 6 Sunroof For vehicles equipped with a sunroof the ignition must be in O...

Page 22: ...System TPMS The low tyre pressure warning light alerts to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle s tyres If the warning light comes on stop as soon as possible and inflate the tyres to t...

Page 23: ...et 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 time When road and weather conditions are...

Page 24: ...Black plate 20 1 Cadillac ATS Europe 2013 crc 10 8 12 1 20 In Brief 2 NOTES...

Page 25: ...terior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 2 18 Power Mirrors 2 18 Folding Mirrors 2 19 Heated Mirrors 2 19 Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 19 Windows Windows 2 20 Power Windows 2 20 Sun Visor...

Page 26: ...ld void authorisation to use this equipment If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Check the location Other vehicles or ob...

Page 27: ...ing the vehicle at night the headlamps and reversing lamps will come on for about 30 seconds to light your approach to the vehicle The indicators may flash to indicate unlocking Memory seat positions...

Page 28: ...assenger doors will unlock Driver Door Shown Passenger Similar Pressing the lock unlock button will cause all doors to lock if any of the following occur It has been more than five seconds since the f...

Page 29: ...Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer The vehicle can be reprogrammed so that l...

Page 30: ...ransmitter Battery If the transmitter battery is weak or if there is interference with the signal the DIC may display a message when you try to start the vehicle See Key and Lock Messages on page 5 32...

Page 31: ...pull the key out 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 pos...

Page 32: ...Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on page 2 2 Starting the Engine Using Remote Start 1 Press and release Q on the RKE transmitter 2 Immediately press and hold for at least two seconds or until the indi...

Page 33: ...already been used The vehicle is not in P Park Door Locks WARNING Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door...

Page 34: ...Cap 3 Slot 4 Key To access the key cylinder 1 Pull the door handle 1 to the open position 2 Insert the key 4 into the slot 3 on the bottom of the cap 2 and pry outward 3 Move the cap 2 rearward 4 Use...

Page 35: ...ransmitter in the vehicle and the power door lock switch 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 transmitte...

Page 36: ...ARNING Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the tailgate or boot hatch open or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the boot hatch or tailgate Engine ex...

Page 37: ...down and open the pass through door See Rear Seat Pass Through Door on page 3 11 2 Reach inward through the opening to locate the emergency boot release handle See Emergency Boot Release Handle follow...

Page 38: ...tion to standard theft deterrent system capabilities this system also has a power sounder intrusion sensor and inclination sensor If this theft deterrent system is armed the alarm will sound any time...

Page 39: ...door with the transmitter Unlocking the driver door with the key will not disarm the alarm If you set off the alarm by accident turn off the alarm by pressing K on the transmitter or start the vehicl...

Page 40: ...nd tailgate 3 Press Q on the RKE transmitter or lock the vehicle using the power door lock switch in the centre console if Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out is turned off Anti theft Locking System The vehic...

Page 41: ...es on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft deterrent system The system has one or more RKE transmitters matched to an immobiliser control unit in the vehicle Only a correctly match...

Page 42: ...rrent system in the vehicle Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lan...

Page 43: ...on is made or the hazard warning flashers are used Folding Mirrors Power Folding Mirrors 1 Move the selector switch to to deselect the mirror 2 Press the down arrow to fold the mirrors 3 Press the dow...

Page 44: ...nt window or the sunroof if equipped Power Windows WARNING Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Never leave the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter...

Page 45: ...ged Before you use express override make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path The anti pinch feature can be overridden when the ignition is in ON RUN START Hold the windo...

Page 46: ...ed See Safety Locks on page 2 11 Press v again to deactivate the lockout switch If the indicator light flashes the feature may not be working properly Sun Visors Pull the visor toward you or move it t...

Page 47: ...ase to express close the vent Manually open the sunshade Anti Pinch Feature If an object is in the path of the sunroof when it is closing the anti pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sun...

Page 48: ...Black plate 24 1 Cadillac ATS Europe 2013 crc 10 8 12 2 24 Keys Doors and Windows 2 NOTES...

Page 49: ...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 after an Airbag...

Page 50: ...vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions The height of the head restraint can be adjusted Pull the head restraint up to raise it Try to move the head re...

Page 51: ...r centre seating position but it is not adjustable The height of the outboard head restraint can be adjusted Pull the head restraint up to raise it Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it...

Page 52: ...Lumbar Adjustment 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 46 Lumba...

Page 53: ...the safety belts cannot do their job The shoulder belt will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt co...

Page 54: ...ld 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...

Page 55: ...vehicles with RKE press K on the RKE transmitter and open the door On vehicles with keyless access press the lock unlock button on the outside driver door handle and open the driver door The RKE trans...

Page 56: ...for two seconds Try recalling the exit position again If the exit position is still not recalling see your dealer for service Heated Front Seats WARNING If you cannot feel temperature change or pain t...

Page 57: ...urned on automatically during a remote start They are cancelled when the ignition is turned on Press the button to use the heated seats after the vehicle is started The heated seat indicator lights do...

Page 58: ...teps 2 3 to fold the other seatback if desired Raising the Seat Backrest WARNING If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person...

Page 59: ...cessary When the seat is not in use it should be kept in the upright locked position Rear Seat Pass Through Door There is a rear seat pass through door in the centre of the rear seatback Fold down the...

Page 60: ...ing until something stops you It could be the windscreen the instrument panel or the safety belts When you wear a safety belt you and the vehicle slow down together There is more time to stop because...

Page 61: ...a 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...

Page 62: ...elt properly 1 Adjust the seat if the seat is adjustable so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 2 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted T...

Page 63: ...en they are part of 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 p...

Page 64: ...for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To install a comfort guide on to the safety belt 1 Remove the guide from its storage pocket on the side of the seat 2 Place the guide over the belt...

Page 65: ...the neck To remove and store the comfort guide squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be removed from the guide Store the guide in its storage pocket on the side of the seatback...

Page 66: ...ur dealer to have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Make sure the safet...

Page 67: ...impact airbag for the driver A seat mounted side impact airbag for the front outboard passenger A roof rail airbag for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver A roof rail airbag...

Page 68: ...e supplemental restraints to the safety belts Everyone in the vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person WARNING Because airbags inflate with great fo...

Page 69: ...s and Young Children on page 3 34 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light t...

Page 70: ...tback closest to 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...

Page 71: ...impacts or in many 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...

Page 72: ...ate to severe frontal 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 th...

Page 73: ...rbag deployment you should seek medical attention The vehicle has a feature that may automatically unlock the doors turn on the interior lamps and hazard warning lights and shut off the fuel system af...

Page 74: ...visible See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 13 The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions No other airbag i...

Page 75: ...child restraint in a rear seat The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger airbag and knee airbag if The front outboard passenger seat is unoccupied The system de...

Page 76: ...e 3 Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers 4 Reinstall the child restraint following the directions provided by the child restra...

Page 77: ...is lit Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle manoeuvres and braking which helps the passenger sensing system maintai...

Page 78: ...s under the passenger seat or between the passenger seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle Airbags affe...

Page 79: ...ly turning off the passenger airbag s See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 26 The vehicle has rollover roof rail airbags see Different Size Tyres and Wheels on page 10 48 If your vehicle needs to be...

Page 80: ...n booster seats should wear the vehicle safety belts The manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster Use a booster seat with a la...

Page 81: ...ort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 3 14 According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured...

Page 82: ...and the safety belt continues to tighten Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adult...

Page 83: ...uld take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of...

Page 84: ...cture This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash young children should always be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Rest...

Page 85: ...t must be secured in the vehicle Child restraint systems must be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethe...

Page 86: ...e front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys See Securing Child Restraints Rear Seat on page 3 48 or Securing Child Restraints Front Passenger Seat on pa...

Page 87: ...booster seats vary considerably in size and some may fit in certain seating positions better than others Always make sure the child restraint is properly secured Depending on where you place the chil...

Page 88: ...le ISOFIX Positions Front Passenger Rear Left Passenger Rear Centre Passenger Rear Right Passenger Carrycot F ISO L1 X X X X G ISO L2 X X X X 0 up to 10 kg E ISO R1 X IUF X IUF 0 up to 13 kg E ISO R1...

Page 89: ...Rear Centre Passenger Rear Right Passenger IUF Suitable for ISOFIX forward child restraint systems of universal category approved for use in the mass group X ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX c...

Page 90: ...osition not suitable for children in this mass group Seat position must be adjusted to full up seat height travel ISOFIX Size Class and Seat Device A ISO F3 Forward facing child restraint system for c...

Page 91: ...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 secure the child restraint A child restraint...

Page 92: ...estraint during driving or in a crash The child restraint may have a single tether 3 or a dual tether 4 Either will have a single attachment 2 to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restrai...

Page 93: ...secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say th...

Page 94: ...installed Notice Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle s safety belts This may damage these parts If necessary move fastened safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments Do...

Page 95: ...the top tether anchor cover to expose the anchor 2 3 Route attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are usin...

Page 96: ...securing a child restraint in a rear seating position study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle If the child restraint has the LATCH sy...

Page 97: ...restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor When installing a forward facing child restraint it may be he...

Page 98: ...injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child res...

Page 99: ...n the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 13 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latc...

Page 100: ...ge When the vehicle is involved in a frontal impact with an object or a pedestrian sensors in the front bumper determine the force applied by the object to the front bumper When the frontal impact spe...

Page 101: ...ice The bonnet must be replaced If towing service is not available the bonnet may be repositioned temporarily See Temporary Bonnet Repair later in this section for more information The SERVICE PEDESTR...

Page 102: ...he vehicle if the bonnet is not securely latched at both rear corners Operating your vehicle without the bonnet securely latched can lead to a collision resulting in damage to your vehicle to other pr...

Page 103: ...ge To access push on the cover and release There is an accessory power outlet inside See Power Outlets on page 5 6 If equipped there may also be storage behind the climate control system Touch the bot...

Page 104: ...e Intrusion Sensor If equipped the intrusion sensor switch is on the overhead console Press the button to enable and disable the intrusion sensor See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2 14 Armrest Storage...

Page 105: ...crossrails included GM Certified crossrails can be purchased as an accessory See your dealer for additional information Notice Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 91 kg 200 lbs or ha...

Page 106: ...Black plate 4 1 Cadillac ATS Europe 2013 crc 10 8 12 4 4 Storage 2 NOTES...

Page 107: ...ight 5 17 Lane Departure Warning LDW Light 5 18 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 5 18 Traction Off Light 5 18 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 19 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 5 19 Engine Coolant Temper...

Page 108: ...40 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 or away from you 4 Pull the leve...

Page 109: ...Press to go to the next or previous favourite when listening to the radio Press to go to the next or previous track when listening to a media source x or x Volume Press to increase or decrease the vo...

Page 110: ...s opened or within 10 minutes the wipers will restart and move to the base of the windscreen If the ignition is put in OFF while the wipers are performing wipes due to windscreen washing the wipers co...

Page 111: ...dscreen is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windscreen blocking your vision Headlamp Washer For vehicles with headlamp washers they are located to the side of the headlamps The he...

Page 112: ...er outlets Inside the front storage bin below the climate control system On the rear of the centre floor console Lift the cover to access the accessory power outlet Certain accessory power plugs may n...

Page 113: ...hen there could be a problem with a vehicle function Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with...

Page 114: ...Black plate 8 1 Cadillac ATS Europe 2013 crc 10 8 12 5 8 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster...

Page 115: ...Phone menu if there 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...

Page 116: ...me When the indicator points to OFF the vehicle is off When the engine is on the tachometer will indicate the engine s revolutions per minute rpm The tachometer may vary by several hundred rpm s durin...

Page 117: ...goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle s engine While driving under normal operating conditions if the...

Page 118: ...ing light and or chime remove the object from the seat or fasten the seat belt Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system The system check include...

Page 119: ...bol is lit on the airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag If after several seconds both status ind...

Page 120: ...is running this indicates that the OBD II system has detected a problem and diagnosis and service might be required Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent Being...

Page 121: ...The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap...

Page 122: ...s can take several days of routine driving If this has been done and the vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD II system readiness your dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspecti...

Page 123: ...there is a problem with the electric parking brake system or another system on the vehicle that is causing the parking brake system to work at a reduced level The vehicle can still be driven but shou...

Page 124: ...tem is working normally the indicator light then turns off This light comes on green when the system is on and ready to operate When the system determines that the vehicle is leaving its lane without...

Page 125: ...ems and the warning light turns off See Traction Control System TCS on page 9 31 and StabiliTrak System on page 9 32 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light The StabiliTrak or Traction Control S...

Page 126: ...n the Light Is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tyres are significantly underinflated A Driver Information Centre DIC tyre pressure message may also display See Tyre Messages on page 5...

Page 127: ...hen the ignition is turned on as a check to show it is working It also comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel The light turns off when fuel is added If it does not have the vehicle serviced Securi...

Page 128: ...age 6 3 Rear Fog Lamp Light This light comes on when the rear fog lamps are in use For more information see Rear Fog Lamps on page 6 5 Lamps On Reminder This light comes on when the exterior lamps are...

Page 129: ...splays on the DIC can be turned on or off through the Settings menu 1 Press SEL while viewing the Settings page in the centre display zone on the cluster 2 Scroll to Info Pages and press SEL 3 Press y...

Page 130: ...n kilometres per hour km h or miles per hour mph This average is calculated based on the various vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset of this value The average speed can be reset by pressing a...

Page 131: ...r each oil change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset the Oil Life display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed It cannot be reset accurately until...

Page 132: ...C See Vehicle Personalisation on page 5 40 and Settings under Instrument Cluster on page 5 8 HUD Display on the Vehicle Windscreen The HUD information appears as an image focused out toward the front...

Page 133: ...ghtness Lift up and hold to brighten the display Press down and hold to dim the display Hold down to turn the display off There are four views in the HUD display Metric Speed View This display gives t...

Page 134: ...ion of the sunlight on the HUD display This is normal and will change when the angle of the sunlight on the HUD display changes Polarised sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see Care of the...

Page 135: ...reducing features of the vehicle that may be noticed At the point that features are disabled this message displays Turn off unnecessary accessories to allow the battery to recharge LOW BATTERY This m...

Page 136: ...Positioning System GPS Cruise Control Messages ADAPTIVE CRUISE SET TO XXX This message displays when the Adaptive Cruise Control ACC speed is set See Adaptive Cruise Control on page 9 38 ADAPTIVE CRU...

Page 137: ...automatically turns off When the coolant temperature returns to normal the air conditioning compressor turns back on The vehicle can continue to be driven If this message continues to appear have the...

Page 138: ...as possible and have the vehicle serviced by your dealer Engine Power Messages ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message displays when the vehicle s engine power is reduced Reduced engine power can affect...

Page 139: ...ges AFL ADAPTIVE FORWARD LIGHTING LAMPS NEED SERVICE This message displays when the AFL system is disabled and needs service See your dealer See Adaptive Forward Lighting AFL on page 6 3 AUTOMATIC LIG...

Page 140: ...CKED CLEAN WINDSCREEN This message displays when the camera is blocked Cleaning the outside of the windscreen behind the rearview mirror may correct the issue The Lane Departure Warning system will no...

Page 141: ...m may not work Do not use these systems until the vehicle has been repaired SERVICE FRONT CAMERA If this message remains on after continued driving the vehicle needs service Do not use the Lane Depart...

Page 142: ...essage displays when there is a temporary condition making the AWD system unavailable The vehicle will run in 2WD This could be caused by Loss of wheel or vehicle speed AWD system overheat Certain veh...

Page 143: ...he vehicle detects a tamper condition Service Vehicle Messages SERVICE AC SYSTEM This message displays if there is a problem with the air conditioning system Take the vehicle to your dealer for servic...

Page 144: ...ssage displays when the system is learning new tyres See Tyre Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 41 TYRE LOW ADD AIR TO TYRE This message displays when the pressure in one or more of the tyres is l...

Page 145: ...riving with the transmission fluid temperature high can cause damage to the vehicle Stop the vehicle and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool This message clears when the fluid temperature re...

Page 146: ...arting Return to Factory Settings Climate and Air Quality Select the Climate and Air Quality menu and the following may be displayed Auto Fan Max Speed Air Conditioning Mode Pollution Control Auto Com...

Page 147: ...e will set crash alerts to beeps or seat vibrations This setting affects all crash alerts including Forward Collision Lane Departure Warning Adaptive Cruise Control Parking Assist and Reversing Warnin...

Page 148: ...s select Off On Driver Door Open or On At ignition On Reverse Tilt Mirror When on both the driver and passenger mirrors will tilt downward when the vehicle is shifted to R Reverse to improve visibilit...

Page 149: ...vehicle locator lights to be turned on or off Select Off or On Exit Lighting This allows the selection of how long the exterior lamps stay on when leaving the vehicle when it is dark outside Select O...

Page 150: ...Off is selected the Delayed Door Lock menu will be available Select Off or On Auto Door Unlock This allows selection of which of the doors will automatically unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P...

Page 151: ...g remote start on cold days Select Off or On On some vehicles select Off On Driver and Passenger or On Driver Passive Door Unlock This allows passive unlocking to be turned on or off and selects what...

Page 152: ...Black plate 46 1 Cadillac ATS Europe 2013 crc 10 8 12 5 46 Instruments and Controls 2 NOTES...

Page 153: ...ng Instrument Panel Illumination Control 6 6 Courtesy Lamps 6 6 Dome Lamps 6 6 Reading Lamps 6 6 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 6 7 Exit Lighting 6 7 Battery Power Protection 6 7 Exterior Lighting B...

Page 154: ...o return to dipped beams push the stalk again or pull it toward you and release This indicator light turns on in the instrument cluster when the high beam headlamps are on Flash to Pass This feature a...

Page 155: ...garage or tunnel When it is bright enough outside the headlamps will turn off or may change to Daytime Running Lamps DRL The automatic headlamp system turns off when the exterior lamp control is turn...

Page 156: ...headlamp level be adjusted to suit the vehicle load The dipped beam headlamps must be on to adjust the headlamp level 9 Headlamp Levelling Move the thumbwheel up or down to adjust the headlamps Correc...

Page 157: ...rned off manually by moving the lever back to its original position If after signalling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on a signal bulb may be burned out Replace any...

Page 158: ...opened and the dome lamp is in the DOOR position Dome Lamps The dome lamp is in the overhead console To change the dome lamp settings press OFF Turns the lamp off even when a door is open DOOR The lam...

Page 159: ...andle lamps come on at night or in areas with limited lighting when a door is opened after the ignition is turned off The dome lamp comes on after the ignition is changed to the OFF position The exter...

Page 160: ...Black plate 8 1 Cadillac ATS Europe 2013 crc 10 8 12 6 8 Lighting 2 NOTES...

Page 161: ...tainment System Introduction Infotainment 7 1 Introduction Infotainment See the infotainment manual for information on the radio audio players phone navigation system and voice or speech recognition I...

Page 162: ...Black plate 2 1 Cadillac ATS Europe 2013 crc 10 8 12 7 2 Infotainment System 2 NOTES...

Page 163: ...mpartment 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 Pas...

Page 164: ...rature control and air delivery mode can still be adjusted w x Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls The temperature can be adjusted separately for the driver and the passenger Press to increase o...

Page 165: ...Automatic Air Recirculation When the AUTO indicator light is on the air is automatically recirculated as needed to help quickly cool the inside of the vehicle Recirculation Press to alternate between...

Page 166: ...rors Notice Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the front windscreen and rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp This may damage the rear window demist...

Page 167: ...Driver and Passenger 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 Demister 8 Recirculation Climate To...

Page 168: ...n full automatic operation If the air delivery mode or fan setting is manually adjusted the auto indicator turns off and the display will show the selected settings Auto operation can be turned off in...

Page 169: ...mode button is lit Pressing any of the air delivery buttons cancels automatic air delivery control and the direction of the airflow can be controlled manually Press AUTO to return to automatic operat...

Page 170: ...on the air conditioner If the climate control system does not detect possible window misting it returns to normal operation To turn Auto Demist off or on see Climate and Air Quality under Vehicle Per...

Page 171: ...e Control Operation For vehicles with the remote vehicle start feature the climate control system may run when the vehicle is started remotely The system uses the driver s previous settings to heat or...

Page 172: ...s to help circulate the air inside the vehicle more effectively Use of non GM approved bonnet air flow deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the system Check with your dealer before addin...

Page 173: ...refrigerant used in 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...

Page 174: ...Black plate 12 1 Cadillac ATS Europe 2013 crc 10 8 12 8 12 Climate Controls 2 NOTES...

Page 175: ...Burn 9 20 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 20 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 21 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 21 Manual Mode 9 23 Manual Gearbox Manual Gearbox 9 25 Drive Systems...

Page 176: ...you and the driver in front of you Focus on the task of driving Control of a Vehicle Braking steering and accelerating are important factors in helping to control a vehicle while driving Braking Brak...

Page 177: ...eering Your vehicle has electric power steering It does not have power steering fluid Regular maintenance is not required If power steering assist is lost due to a system malfunction the vehicle can b...

Page 178: ...ration Skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But s...

Page 179: ...ten during competitive driving For vehicles equipped with front Brembo brake systems Performance racing brake pads are required prior to racing or closed track driving Vehicles with option code JE2 ha...

Page 180: ...ng it has little or no contact with the road There is no hard and fast rule about aquaplaning The best advice is to slow down when the road is wet Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down other w...

Page 181: ...when going downhill Stay in your own lane Do not swing wide or cut across the centre of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane Be alert on top of hills something could be in your...

Page 182: ...exhaust gases to get inside Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle is stuck in the snow Clear away snow...

Page 183: ...as possible and avoid going above 56 km h 35 mph Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels Turn off any traction system Shift b...

Page 184: ...label is attached to the vehicle s centre pillar B pillar The Tyre and Loading Information label shows the number of occupant seating positions 1 and the maximum vehicle capacity weight 2 in kilogram...

Page 185: ...l be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loade...

Page 186: ...91 kg 200 lbs 5 453 kg 1 000 lbs 3 Available Cargo Weight 0 kg 0 lbs Refer to the vehicle s Tyre and Loading Information label for specific information about the vehicle s capacity weight and seating...

Page 187: ...ued WARNING Continued cause loss of control and a crash Overloading can also shorten the life of the vehicle If you put things inside the vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they wi...

Page 188: ...With a manual gearbox shift to the next lower gear This rule applies at all times not just during the running in period Check engine oil with every refuelling and add if necessary Oil and fuel consum...

Page 189: ...ehicle may have an electric steering column lock The lock is activated when the vehicle is switched to OFF and either front door is opened A sound may be heard as the lock actuates or releases The ste...

Page 190: ...tion system in ON RUN START Once engine cranking begins release the button Engine cranking will continue until the engine starts See Starting the Engine on page 9 16 The ignition will then remain in O...

Page 191: ...the Driver Information Centre DIC will display a message See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 2 and Key and Lock Messages on page 5 32 If the battery in the keyless access transmitt...

Page 192: ...and the vehicle comes to a complete stop The engine may restart if brake boost pressure is depleted the heating ventilation and air conditioning system detects a change in the interior temperature the...

Page 193: ...ever without first pushing the button on the shift lever If you can the shift lever was not fully locked into P Park Torque Lock Automatic Transmission Torque lock is when the weight of the vehicle pu...

Page 194: ...se 1 First gear Apply the parking brake Turn the wheels toward the curb for a downhill slope or away from the curb for an uphill slope Once the shift lever has been placed into gear with the clutch pe...

Page 195: ...ever park the vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed area such as a garage or a building that has no fresh air ventilation Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the en...

Page 196: ...ft lever into another gear See Shifting out of Park on page 9 19 Notice Shifting to R Reverse while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the...

Page 197: ...using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission If you are stuck do not spin the tyres When stopping on a hill use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place Manual Mode Driver Shift Control...

Page 198: ...vehicle returns to automatic shifting after a brief period of driving at a steady speed or when the vehicle comes to a stop While using the DSC feature the vehicle will have firmer quicker shifting Th...

Page 199: ...To stop let up 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...

Page 200: ...or or clicking noise might be heard while this test is going on and it might even be noticed that the brake pedal moves a little This is normal If there is a problem with ABS this warning light stays...

Page 201: ...t hold the brake pedal down firmly and let ABS work You might hear the ABS pump or motor operating and feel the brake pedal pulsate but this is normal Braking in Emergencies ABS allows the driver to s...

Page 202: ...the switch is held in the up position Releasing the EPB switch during deceleration will release the parking brake If the switch is held in the up position until the vehicle comes to a stop the EPB wi...

Page 203: ...rheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving Automatic EPB Relea...

Page 204: ...ly stop or slow down the vehicle The stability system hydraulic brake control module increases brake pressure at each corner of the vehicle until the ABS activates Minor brake pedal pulsation or pedal...

Page 205: ...y 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 is a problem detected with TCS a m...

Page 206: ...ct the vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 10 2 StabiliTrak System The vehicle has a vehicle stability enhancement system called StabiliTrak It is an advanced computer cont...

Page 207: ...ht TCS Off Light StabiliTrak and traction control can be turned off if needed by pressing and holding g until g and i come on in the instrument cluster When StabiliTrak is turned off the system will n...

Page 208: ...highway driving to provide a smooth soft ride Sport Mode Use where road conditions or personal preference demand a more controlled response When selected the Sport mode indicator will display in the...

Page 209: ...control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tyre traction can cause excessive wheel slip and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads With cruis...

Page 210: ...f the cruise button is on when not in use it could get bumped and go into cruise when not desired Keep the cruise control button off when cruise is not being used 1 Press J 2 Get up to the desired spe...

Page 211: ...down The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric units See Instrument Cluster on page 5 8 The increment value used depends on the units displayed Overtaking Another Vehicle Wh...

Page 212: ...ge 9 31 When road conditions allow ACC to be safely used the ACC can be turned back on WARNING ACC has limited braking ability and may not have time to slow the vehicle down enough to avoid a collisio...

Page 213: ...second detent Cancel Press to disengage ACC without erasing the set speed from memory 3 Follow Distance Gap Press to select a following gap time or distance setting for ACC Select a gap setting Far M...

Page 214: ...is pressed ACC will not brake because it is overridden A warning message will appear on the Driver Information Centre DIC See Cruise Control Messages on page 5 30 Press and hold RES up until the desir...

Page 215: ...e current gap setting displays briefly on the instrument cluster and HUD if equipped The gap setting will be maintained until it is changed Since each gap setting corresponds to a following time Far M...

Page 216: ...ary When braking is active the brake lamps will come on The automatic braking may feel or sound different than if the brakes were applied manually This is normal Stationary or Very Slow Moving Objects...

Page 217: ...Brake Manual on page 9 29 To resume ACC and release the electric parking brake press the accelerator pedal and then RES WARNING If ACC has stopped the vehicle and if ACC is disengaged turned off or ca...

Page 218: ...e Give extra attention in bends and be ready to use the brakes if necessary Select an appropriate speed while driving in bends ACC may operate differently in a sharp bend It may reduce the vehicle spe...

Page 219: ...especially when towing a trailer If the brakes are applied the ACC disengages Ending ACC There are three ways to disengage ACC Step lightly on the brake pedal Press Press Erasing Speed Memory The crui...

Page 220: ...time to avoid a crash Work under poor visibility or bad weather conditions Work if the detection sensor is not cleaned or is covered by ice snow mud or dirt Complete attention is always required while...

Page 221: ...distances may be different from actual distances Do not reverse the vehicle using only the RVC screen during longer higher speed reversing manoeuvres Continued WARNING Continued or where there could...

Page 222: ...strians bicyclists animals or objects located below the bumper or that are too close or too far from the vehicle It is not available at speeds greater than 8 km h 5 mph To prevent injury death or vehi...

Page 223: ...e vehicle brake system to occur To prevent injury death or vehicle damage even with the Reversing Warning System always check the area around the vehicle and check all mirrors before reversing Vehicle...

Page 224: ...ft of the steering wheel is used to turn on or off the Front and Rear Parking Assist Rear Automatic Braking and Reversing Warning System at the same time The indicator light next to the button comes o...

Page 225: ...rol on page 9 38 WARNING 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...

Page 226: ...e headlamps or windscreen are not cleaned or in proper condition Keep the windscreen headlamps and FCA sensors clean and in good repair Collision Alert With Head Up Display Without Head Up Display Whe...

Page 227: ...or the Adaptive Cruise Control ACC feature Unnecessary Alerts FCA may provide unnecessary alerts for turning vehicles vehicles in other lanes objects that are not vehicles or shadows These alerts are...

Page 228: ...o stopped vehicles pedestrians or animals Detect a vehicle ahead on winding or hilly roads Detect a stopped or slow moving vehicle or other object ahead Detect a vehicle when weather limits visibility...

Page 229: ...nalisation on page 5 40 WARNING Using the Automatic Collision Preparation System while towing a trailer could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and crash Turn the system off when towing a trail...

Page 230: ...anes SBZA displays may come on when a passed vehicle remains in or drops back into the detection zone SBZA can be disabled through vehicle personalisation See Collision Detection Systems under Vehicle...

Page 231: ...sharp manoeuvre is made WARNING The LDW system is an aid to help the vehicle stay in the driving lane It does not steer the vehicle The LDW system may not Provide enough time to avoid a crash Detect l...

Page 232: ...es not appear The lane markings on the road may not be seen The camera sensor may be blocked by dirt snow or ice The windscreen may be damaged The weather may be limiting visibility This is normal ope...

Page 233: ...tain sufficient quantities of additive to keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean To make up for this lack of detergency it is recommended that GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS GM Part No 88861011 be...

Page 234: ...not reenter the vehicle while pumping fuel Keep children away from the fuel pump and never let children pump fuel Fuel can spray out if the fuel cap is opened too quickly This spray can happen if the...

Page 235: ...been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 14 WARNING If a fire starts while you are refuelling do not remove...

Page 236: ...r intended to tow a trailer Conversions and Add Ons Add On Electrical Equipment Notice Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the...

Page 237: ...21 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 22 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 22 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 22 Windscreen Replacement 10 23 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 10 23 Bulb Replacement...

Page 238: ...n affect vehicle performance and safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions systems aerodynamics durability and electronic systems like anti lock brakes trac...

Page 239: ...oper service manual It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can This vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Airbag System Check...

Page 240: ...release lever toward the right side of the vehicle 3 Lift the hood To close the bonnet Before closing the bonnet be sure all filler caps are on properly Then bring the bonnet from full open to within...

Page 241: ...Black plate 5 1 Cadillac ATS Europe 2013 crc 10 8 12 Vehicle Care 10 5 Engine Compartment Overview...

Page 242: ...pecification and of the proper viscosity grade See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this section Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level See Checking Engine Oil and Whe...

Page 243: ...engine oil fill cap Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when done Selecting the Right Engine Oil Selecting the right engine oi...

Page 244: ...o a place that collects used oil Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on a combinat...

Page 245: ...ted in Scheduled Maintenance on page 11 1 and be sure to use the fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 5 Manual Gearbox Fluid How to Check Manual Gearbox Fluid It is not necessa...

Page 246: ...g in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the engine air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and li...

Page 247: ...coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL can cause premature engine heater core or radi...

Page 248: ...tem the engine could overheat and be damaged Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack engine cooling parts The repairs would not be covered by the warranty Use only the proper mixture of eng...

Page 249: ...ow out and burn you badly Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool WARNING Adding only pl...

Page 250: ...l you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank top chamber may be lower If the level is lower add...

Page 251: ...icle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the bonnet If you keep driving when the engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others cou...

Page 252: ...ow freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Ove...

Page 253: ...n to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign that brake service might be required Brake Adjustment Every time the brakes are applied with or without the vehi...

Page 254: ...thers could be burned and the vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake clutch hydraulic system Checking Brake Fluid The brake clutch fluid can be checked without ta...

Page 255: ...ry is in the trunk beneath the trim panel on the left side of the vehicle Refer to the replacement number shown on the original battery label when a new battery is needed WARNING Do not use a match or...

Page 256: ...e position 3 Turn the ignition off 4 Start and run the engine for at least 30 seconds Vehicle Storage Infrequent Usage Remove the black negative cable from the battery to keep the battery from running...

Page 257: ...ke Manual on page 9 29 Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 For automatic transmission vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The vehi...

Page 258: ...hicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at...

Page 259: ...e windscreen when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windscreen Any damage that occurs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the windscreen 5...

Page 260: ...lighting system operates at a very high voltage If you try to service any of the system components you could be seriously injured Have your dealer or a qualified technician service them After an HID...

Page 261: ...e 2 Pull the lamp assembly down to remove 3 Turn the bulb socket 1 anticlockwise to remove it from the lamp assembly 3 4 Pull the bulb 2 straight out of the bulb socket 1 5 Push the replacement bulb s...

Page 262: ...ff Windscreen Wipers If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice the windscreen wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart Although the circuit is protected from electrical...

Page 263: ...nnet fuse block is on the passenger side of the engine compartment Lift the fuse block cover to access the fuses The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses and relays shown Notice Spilling...

Page 264: ...2 10 28 Vehicle Care Number Usage 1 Not Used 2 Not Used 3 Not Used 4 Body Control Module 6 5 Not Used 6 Driver Power Seat 7 Not Used 8 Headlamp Washer Relay 9 Not Used 10 Not Used 11 Not Used 12 Not U...

Page 265: ...9 AFS AHL Pedestrian Protection 30 Passenger Window Switch 31 Body Control Module 7 32 Sunroof 33 Front Wiper 34 AOS Display MIL Ignition 35 Rear Electrical Centre Ignition 36 Spare PT Fuse 37 Oxygen...

Page 266: ...Main Intensity Discharge Headlamp Number Usage 65 Right Main Intensity Discharge Headlamp 66 Headlamp Main Left Right 67 Horn 68 Horn Relay 69 Cooling Fan 70 Aero Shutter 71 Transmission Control Modu...

Page 267: ...the slots in the instrument panel at the points shown Align the clips with the slots in the instrument panel and press the cover into place The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses and r...

Page 268: ...luster HUD ICS Steering Wheel Controls Number Usage 14 Radio Heater Ventilation and Air Conditioning 16 Not Used 17 Accessory Power Outlet 1 18 Accessory Power Outlet 2 19 Steering Wheel Controls 20 N...

Page 269: ...2013 crc 10 8 12 Vehicle Care 10 33 Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is behind a cover on the driver side of the rear compartment The vehicle may not be equipped with all of...

Page 270: ...ectric Parking Brake 15 Not Used 16 Boot Release 17 Run Relay 18 Logistics Relay 19 Logistics Fuse 20 Rear Window Demister Relay 21 Mirror Window Module 22 Not Used 23 Canister Vent 24 Body Control Mo...

Page 271: ...on refer to the tyre manufacturer WARNING Poorly maintained and improperly used tyres are dangerous Overloading the tyres can cause overheating as a result of too much flexing There could be a blowout...

Page 272: ...to the sidewall Original equipment all season tyres can be identified by the last two characters of this TPC code which will be MS Consider installing winter tyres on the vehicle if frequent driving o...

Page 273: ...ible Run flat tyres can be driven on with no air pressure There is no need to stop on the side of the road to change the tyre Continue driving however do not drive too far or too fast Driving on the t...

Page 274: ...ed the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively Notice Neither tyre underinflation nor overinflation is good Underinflated tyres or tyres that do not have enough air can result in Tyre ov...

Page 275: ...re with the tyre gauge Return the valve caps on the valve stems to keep out dirt and moisture and prevent leaks Tyre Pressure for High Speed Operation WARNING Driving at high speeds 160 km h 100 mph o...

Page 276: ...ety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tyre pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tyre pressure telltale when one or more of your tyres is significantly under inflated Acco...

Page 277: ...ment cluster If the warning light comes on stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9...

Page 278: ...have a TPMS sensor The malfunction light and DIC message should go off after the road tyre is replaced and the sensor matching process is performed successfully See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later...

Page 279: ...The TPMS sensor matching process is outlined below 1 Apply the parking brake 2 Place the vehicle power mode in ON RUN START See Ignition Positions on page 9 14 3 Make sure the Tyre Pressure info disp...

Page 280: ...ors at three or more places around the tyre can be seen There is cord or fabric showing through the tyre s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The...

Page 281: ...positions If the vehicle has a compact spare tyre do not include it in the tyre rotation Adjust the front and rear tyres to the recommended inflation pressure on the Tyre and Loading Information labe...

Page 282: ...me This also applies to the spare tyre if the vehicle has one even if it is never used Multiple factors including temperatures loading conditions and inflation pressure maintenance affect how fast age...

Page 283: ...the TPC Spec number will be followed by MS for mud and snow GM recommends replacing worn tyres in complete sets of four Uniform tread depth on all tyres will help to maintain the performance of the v...

Page 284: ...hicle If the vehicle tyres must be replaced with a tyre that does not have a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction radial as the original tyres Vehi...

Page 285: ...need to be rebalanced See your dealer for proper diagnosis Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts an...

Page 286: ...ose and even come off This could lead to a crash Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Notice Improperly tightened wheel...

Page 287: ...the flat tyre creates a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake t...

Page 288: ...by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage the vehicle 1 Good Battery Positive Post 2 Good Battery Negative Post 3 Discharged Battery Positive Post 4 Discharged Battery Negative Groun...

Page 289: ...ning and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underbonnet electric fan WARNING Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and...

Page 290: ...ing may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always connect and remove the jump leads in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch eac...

Page 291: ...wing and dolly towing Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a d...

Page 292: ...ed See Dolly Towing following for more information Dolly Towing Rear Wheel Drive Vehicles Use the following procedure to dolly tow a rear wheel drive vehicle from the rear 1 Attach the dolly to the to...

Page 293: ...can damage the vehicle s paint metal or plastic parts If damage occurs it would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty Approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer Follow all manufact...

Page 294: ...ble Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Regularly clean bright metal parts with water or chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary For aluminium never use auto or chrome polish s...

Page 295: ...ers that contain acid on aluminium or chrome plated wheels Use only approved cleaners Also never drive a vehicle with aluminium or chrome plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone...

Page 296: ...e a soft bristle brush to remove dust from knobs and crevices on the instrument cluster Using a mild soap solution immediately remove hand lotions sunscreen and insect repellent from all interior surf...

Page 297: ...water during the first three to six months of ownership will reduce tendency to fog Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently so that the speaker will not be damaged Clean spots with just wa...

Page 298: ...aces Before wiping the surface with the microfibre cloth use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt that could scratch the surface Then use the microfibre cloth by gently rubbing to clean Never use windo...

Page 299: ...might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Floor Mats WARNING If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not properly installed it can inter...

Page 300: ...Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats 1 Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock the retainers and remove 2 Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and s...

Page 301: ...d have the authorised dealer and or repairer fill out and stamp the appropriate box in this booklet to serve as your maintenance record which may be needed for warranty repairs It will also show futur...

Page 302: ...frequent lubrication may be required when the vehicle is exposed to a corrosive environment Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth makes them last longer seal better and not stic...

Page 303: ...ion fluid change severe service for vehicles mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather in hilly or mountainous terrain when frequently towing a trailer or used for taxi police or delivery ser...

Page 304: ...and refill or every five years whichever occurs first Conditions Requiring More Frequent Maintenance Severe Service Extreme temperatures Heavy city traffic Hilly or mountainous terrain Dusty muddy or...

Page 305: ...page 10 11 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 88863461 Hydraulic Clutch System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 88863461 Windscreen Washer Automotive windscreen washer...

Page 306: ...GM Part No 89021668 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Bonnet and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip...

Page 307: ...k plate 7 1 Cadillac ATS Europe 2013 crc 10 8 12 Service and Maintenance 11 7 Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Wiper Blades Driver Side 55 cm 21 7 in 22905714 Passenger Side 45 cm 17 7 in 25882...

Page 308: ...Black plate 8 1 Cadillac ATS Europe 2013 crc 10 8 12 11 8 Service and Maintenance 2 NOTES...

Page 309: ...outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code...

Page 310: ...tem refrigerant type and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the bonnet See your dealer for more information Cooling System Engine 7 6 L 8 0 qt Engine Oil with Filter 2 0L L4 Engine RWD 4 7...

Page 311: ...260 lb ft 1800 5100 min 1 0 9 mm 0 035 in Fuel Consumption and Emissions Information Urban Extra Urban Combined Manual Transmission RWD Carbon Dioxide g km 279 152 199 Fuel Economy L 100 km 12 0 6 5...

Page 312: ...Black plate 4 1 Cadillac ATS Europe 2013 crc 10 8 12 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing...

Page 313: ...s e g number of wheel revolutions rotational speed deceleration lateral acceleration Dysfunctions and defects in important system components Vehicle reactions in particular driving situations e g infl...

Page 314: ...as part of the infotainment system use of the system may result in the storage of destinations addresses telephone numbers and other trip information See the infotainment manual for information on sto...

Page 315: ...Inflate 3 24 What Will You See 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...

Page 316: ...ntensity Discharge HID Lighting 10 24 License Plate Lamps 10 25 Reversing Lamps 10 24 Buying New Tyres 10 47 C Capacities and Specifications 12 2 Carbon Monoxide Boot 2 12 Engine Exhaust 9 20 Winter D...

Page 317: ...h 3 11 Drive Belt Routing Engine 12 4 Drive Systems All Wheel Drive 10 20 9 26 Driver Assistance Systems 9 46 Driver Information Centre DIC 5 23 Driver Mode Control 9 33 Driving Assistance Systems 9 5...

Page 318: ...ighting Battery Saver 6 7 F Features Memory 1 8 Filter Engine Air Cleaner 10 10 Flash to Pass 6 2 Flat Tyre 10 51 Floor Mats 10 63 Fluid Automatic Transmission 10 9 Brakes 10 17 Washer 10 16 Fog Lamp...

Page 319: ...gh Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 10 24 High Beam On Light 5 21 Lamps On Reminder 5 22 Main Dipped Beam Changer 6 2 Washer 5 5 Heated Steering Wheel 5 3 Heated Front Seats 3 8 Heated Mirrors 2 19 Hi...

Page 320: ...AFL Light 5 22 Parking Brake 5 17 Lighting Adaptive Forward 6 3 Entry 6 7 Exit 6 7 Illumination Control 6 6 LED 10 24 Lights Airbag Readiness 5 12 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 5 17 Brake System...

Page 321: ...3 6 Messages Airbag System 5 37 Battery Voltage and Charging 5 29 Brake System 5 29 Compass 5 30 Door Ajar 5 31 Engine Cooling System 5 31 Engine Oil 5 31 Engine Power 5 32 Fuel System 5 32 Key and Lo...

Page 322: ...ter 8 10 Passenger Sensing System 3 26 Pedestrian Protection System 3 52 Personalisation Vehicle 5 40 Power Door Locks 2 10 Mirrors 2 18 Outlets 5 6 Protection Battery 6 7 Retained Accessory RAP 9 18...

Page 323: ...Engine Drive Belt 12 4 Run Flat Tyres 10 37 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 21 Running In New Vehicle 9 14 S Safety Belts 3 11 Care 3 18 Extender 3 18 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 3 13 Lap Sho...

Page 324: ...ck 10 21 Starting the Engine 9 16 Starting the Vehicle Messages 5 37 Steering 9 3 Heated Wheel 5 3 Wheel Adjustment 5 2 Wheel Controls 5 2 Storage Areas Armrest 4 2 Glove Box 4 2 Instrument Panel 4 1...

Page 325: ...Manual iii V Vehicle Alarm System 2 14 Control 9 2 Identification Number VIN 12 1 Load Limits 9 9 Messages 5 29 Personalisation 5 40 Reminder Messages 5 39 Remote Start 2 8 Security 2 14 Speed Messag...

Page 326: ...Black plate 12 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2013 crc 10 8 12 i 12 INDEX Windscreen Replacement 10 23 Wiper Washer 5 3 Winter Driving 9 7 Winter Tyres 10 36 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 22...

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