2011 Cadillac STS Owners Manual

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Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) 2011 Cadillac STS Owner Manual M In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16 Performance and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21 Seats and Restraint System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34 Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-57 Restraint System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-72 Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Doors and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18 Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37 Object Detection Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-41 Universal Home Remote System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-49 Storage Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-56 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-57 Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-59 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-43 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . 4-51 Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-69 Audio System(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-94 Driving Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-29 Service and Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 Checking Things Under the Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12 All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-43 Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-44 Front Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-45 Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-46 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (2,1) 2011 Cadillac STS Owner Manual M Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-47 Windshield Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-48 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . 6-49 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-50 Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-106 Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-114 Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-114 Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-128 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Customer Assistance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 Customer Assistance and Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-19 i-1 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, and STS are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are options that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual. Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Cadillac Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual. Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference. Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 20853798 A First Printing Canadian Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from: On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 1-800-551-4123 Numéro de poste 6438 de langue française www.helminc.com Index To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found. ©2010 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. iii Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (4,1) Safety Warnings and Symbols Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them. Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death. Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death. { WARNING: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. Notice: This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage. This would not be 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 not let this happen.” Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. M : This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information. iv Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Vehicle 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 ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer j : LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure } : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor F : Traction Control M : Windshield Washer Fluid Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (6,1) 2 NOTES vi Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Section 1 In Brief Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 Heated Seats (Front) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 Heated Seats (Rear) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 Heated and Ventilated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag . . . . . . . . . 1-10 Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14 Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15 Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16 Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16 Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17 Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18 Bluetooth® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18 Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18 Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19 Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20 Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21 Performance and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21 Traction Control System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21 StabiliTrak® System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21 Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22 Driving for Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23 Roadside Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23 OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24 1-1 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (2,1) Instrument Panel 1-2 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) A. Outlet Adjustment on page 4‑48. B. Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4‑35 . DIC Operation and Displays on page 4‑70. Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 4‑38 (If Equipped). C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 4‑4. Headlamps on page 4‑27. Cruise Control on page 4‑12. Adaptive Cruise Control on page 4‑15 (If Equipped). Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System on page 4‑6 (If Equipped). Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4‑52. D. E. Windshield Wipers on page 4‑10. F. Audio System(s) on page 4‑94 . Navigation/Radio System on page 4‑113 (If Equipped). G. Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4‑124 (If Equipped). Adaptive Cruise Control on page 4‑15 (If Equipped). Heated Steering Wheel on page 4‑4 (If Equipped). H. Data Link Connector (DLC). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 4‑62. I. Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column on page 4‑3 . Ignition Positions on page 3‑26. J. Horn on page 4‑3. K. L. Dual Climate Control System on page 4‑43 . M. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4‑3. N. Cupholders on page 3‑56. O. Traction Control System (TCS) on page 5‑9. P. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 3‑30 . Q. Glove Box on page 3‑56. 1-3 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (4,1) Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features 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 keyless access transmitter is used to lock and unlock the doors from up to 60 m (195 feet) away from the vehicle. Press K to unlock the driver door. Press again within five seconds to unlock all remaining doors. Press Q to lock all doors. Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. Press and hold V to open the trunk. Press L and release to locate the vehicle. Press and hold L for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press L again to cancel the panic alarm. Press the button (A) to remove the key. The key can be used for all locks. See Keys on page 3‑3 and Keyless Access System Operation on page 3‑5. Remote Vehicle Start With this feature the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle. Starting the Vehicle 1. Aim the remote keyless access transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Press Q. 3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold / until the turn signal lamps flash. 1-4 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and 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. Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start: . Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold / until the parking lamps turn off. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. . Press the Acc. button (ignition switch). Turn on the valet lockout switch. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 3‑10. Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock the vehicle. From the outside: . Pull the front door handle. If the vehicle has a keyless access transmitter, the vehicle recognizes the transmitter and automatically unlocks the door. . Another way to lock or unlock the vehicle, is to press Q or K on the keyless access transmitter. See Vehicle Personalization on page 3‑59 for information on how to program the keyless access feature. From the inside: . Press the power door lock switch located on each front door. See Power Door Locks on page 3‑13 for more information. . Push down or pull up on the manual door lock knob for the rear door. The knob is located at the top of the door panel near the window. Power Door Locks On vehicles with power door locks, the switches are located on the front doors. " : Press to unlock the doors. Q : Remove the key from the ignition and press to lock the doors. 1-5 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (6,1) Trunk Trunk Lid Release There are three ways to open the trunk lid. . Press the V button located on the driver door. . Press V on the keyless access transmitter. Windows The power window switches are located on the armrest near each window. Press the front of the switch to the first position to open the window to the desired level. Lift up the front of the switch to the first position to close the window. See Windows on page 3‑18 for more information. See Power Windows on page 3‑19 for more information. . Squeeze the trunk release button located on the rear of the trunk lid above the license plate. See Trunk on page 3‑15 for more information. 1-6 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (7,1) Seat Adjustment Power Seats The power seat controls are on the outboard side of the seat(s). Power Reclining Seatbacks The control is located on the outboard side of the seat(s). To raise or recline the seatback, tilt the top of the control (B) forward or rearward. See Power Reclining Seatbacks on page 2‑10. Power Lumbar Adjustment The control is located on the outboard side of the front seat(s). Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the control (A) forward or rearward. Raise or lower the front or rear of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control (A) up or down. See Power Seats on page 2‑2. Press the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. Press the top or bottom of the control to raise or lower the position of the lumbar support. See Power Lumbar on page 2‑3. 1-7 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (8,1) Memory Features If the vehicle has the memory feature, you can program and recall memory settings for the following features for up to two drivers: The driver seat The outside rearview mirrors The power tilt wheel and telescopic steering column The following settings and presets are set automatically: The language, radio and XM™ presets, tone, volume, playback mode (AM/FM or CD), last displayed stations, and compact disc position The last climate control setting The Head-Up Display (HUD) position, if your vehicle has this feature . Other personalization settings, for example, remote start settings See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 2‑5 and Vehicle Personalization on page 3‑59 for more information. For vehicles with the base audio system, memory features are programmed and recalled using the radio menu. 1-8 For vehicles with the Navigation system, memory features are programmed and recalled using the navigation display or voice commands. See “Personalization” and “Voice Recognition” in the Index of the Navigation System manual for more information. Heated Seats (Front) On vehicles with heated front seats, the buttons are located on the climate control panel. z: Press the up or down arrow to turn on the heated seat at the highest or lowest setting. Press the up or down arrows a second time to raise or lower the setting. Press the down arrow until the indicator on the climate control displays is off. See Heated Seats on page 2‑4 for more information. Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (9,1) Heated Seats (Rear) If the vehicle has this feature, the controls are on the rear of the center console. Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the heated seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The lights indicate “3” for the highest setting and “1” for the lowest. See Heated Seats on page 2‑14 for more information. Heated and Ventilated Seats On vehicles with heated and ventilated seats, the buttons are located on the climate control panel. z : Press to heat the seat and seatback. { : Press to ventilate the seat. For more information see Heated and Ventilated Seats on page 2‑5 . Head Restraint Adjustment 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 necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint in the proper position. For more information see Head Restraints on page 2‑12 and Power Seats on page 2‑2. 1-9 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (10,1) Safety Belt Sensing System for Passenger Airbag The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbag, seat‐mounted side impact airbags and the roof‐rail airbags are not affected by the passenger sensing system. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly. . Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 2‑14. . How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 2‑19. Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 2‑28. Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 2‑45 . United States Canada See Passenger Sensing System on page 2‑66 for important information. 1-10 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (11,1) Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors Controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver door. 1. Move the selector switch left or right to choose the driver side or passenger side mirror. 2. Press one of the four arrows located on the control pad to move the mirror to the desired direction. 3. Return the selector switch to the center position when finished adjusting. The preferred mirror positions can be stored with the memory option. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 3‑75. The dimming feature automatically adjusts the driver outside mirror for the glare of the headlamps behind your vehicle. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 3‑37 for more information. Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, push the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward, to return to its original position. Interior Mirror The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Automatic dimming reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehicle. The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle is started. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 3‑37 for more information. 1-11 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (12,1) Interior Lighting Reading Lamps The reading lamps are located on the overhead console. These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened. For manual operation, press the button next to each lamp to turn it on or off. If the reading lamps are left on, they automatically shut off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off. For more information on interior lamps, see: . Reading Lamps on page 4‑36. . Entry Lighting on page 4‑36. Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4‑35. Steering Wheel Adjustment The power tilt and telescope wheel control is located on the left side of the steering column. To adjust the steering wheel: . Push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down. . Push the control forward or rearward to move the steering wheel towards the front or rear of the vehicle. See Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column on page 4‑3 . 1-12 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (13,1) Exterior Lighting The exterior lamp control is located in the middle of the turn signal/multifunction lever. O: Turn the control with this symbol on it to operate the exterior lamps. The exterior lamp control has four positions: O : Turns off all lamps and automatic lighting features, including Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) and IntelliBeam®. AUTO: Turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically depending upon how much light is outside of the vehicle. ;: Turns on the parking lamps together with the sidemarker, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights. 5: Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps, sidemarker, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights. For more information, see: . Headlamps on page 4‑27. . Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 4‑32. Fog Lamps on page 4‑33. 1-13 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (14,1) Windshield Wiper/Washer The windshield wiper lever is on the right side of the steering column. Move the lever to select the wiper speed: 7 : Single wipe, move to 7 and then release it. The lever will return to its original position. For several wipes, hold the lever in this position. 9 : Turns the windshield wipers off. & : For a delayed wiping cycle, move the lever to & and turn the delay adjustment band to adjust the frequency of wipes. x : Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. The windshield wiper lever must be set to & for this feature to work. 6 : Slow wipes. 1 : Fast wipes. See Windshield Wipers on page 4‑10 and Windshield Washer on page 4‑11. 1-14 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (15,1) Climate Controls The heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled for the vehicle with this system. Transmission Driver Shift Control (DSC) Vehicles With Heated and Ventilated Seats Shown, Vehicles Without Similar A. Driver and Passenger Side Power Buttons B. Ventilated Seat C. AUTO D. Air Recirculation E. Air Conditioning F. Heated Seat G. Fan Control H. Defrost I. Rear Window Defogger J. Air Delivery Mode Control See Dual Climate Control System on page 4‑43 and Rear Climate Control System on page 4‑49. Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows you to shift an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. To use the DSC feature: 1. Move the shift lever to the right from D (Drive) into the DSC area. The vehicle will be in sport mode. It will remain in sport mode if the shift lever is not moved forward or rearward. Sport mode will shift the transmission automatically but remain in a gear longer than it would in D (Drive) based on braking and acceleration. 1-15 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (16,1) 2. Press the shift lever forward to upshift or rearward to downshift. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 3‑30. Vehicle Features Radio(s) Radio with CD O : Press to turn the system on and off. n : Turn to increase or to decrease the volume. SRCE: Press to select between the radio or the CD player. 1-16 BAND: Press to select FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2. w : Turn to select radio stations. © ¨ : Seek or scan stations. For more information about these and other radio features, see Radio(s) on page 4‑95. Setting Preset Stations Up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, six AM, six XM1 and six XM2), can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons. To program preset stations: 1. Tune to a station and select the equalization, DSP, or PTY (program type) setting if desired. 2. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons for two seconds until a beep sounds. The set preset station number displays above the set pushbutton. If the numbered pushbutton is pressed for less then two seconds, the radio tunes to the station set to that pushbutton. 3. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton. For more information, see Radio(s) on page 4‑95. Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (17,1) Satellite Radio XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast-to-coast, and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the XM service. For more information, refer to: . www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.) . www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (Canada) See “XM Satellite Radio Service” under Radio(s) on page 4‑95 . Setting the Clock To adjust the time: 1. Press w, located on the radio, to enter the main menu. 2. Turn w until SET CLOCK displays. 3. Press w to select SET CLOCK. 4. Turn w to adjust the time. 5. Press w to update the time and VEHICLE TIME UPDATED displays. To adjust the date: 1. Press w to enter the main menu. 2. Turn w until SET DATE displays. 3. Press w to select SET DATE. 4. Turn w to adjust the date. 5. Press w to update the date and VEHICLE DATE UPDATED displays. 1-17 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (18,1) Steering Wheel Controls The vehicle has audio steering wheel controls and they could differ depending on the vehicle’s options. ¨ SEEK © : Press to go to the next or previous radio station or track on a CD. SRCE: Press to select between AM, FM, XM™, or CD. SCAN: Press and hold to scan radio stations. y z : Press to go to the next or previous radio station stored as a favorite or tack on a CD. + e −: Press to increase or to decrease the volume. b g : Press and release to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press and release again to turn the sound on. 1-18 For vehicles with Bluetooth®, OnStar®, or a navigation system, press and hold to interact with those systems. Bluetooth® For vehicles with an in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it allows users with a Bluetooth enabled cell phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle’s audio system and controls. The Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions. For more information visit www.gm.com/bluetooth. For more information, see Bluetooth® on page 4‑113. Navigation System The vehicle's navigation system (if equipped) provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads throughout the United States and Canada. After a destination has been set, the system provides turn-by-turn instructions for reaching the destination. In addition, the system can help locate a variety of points of interest (POI), such as banks, airports, restaurants, and more. See the Navigation System manual for more information. Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (19,1) Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC display is located at the bottom of the instrument panel cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems. Without Head-Up Display (HUD) With Head-Up Display (HUD) The DIC buttons are located on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel. « 4 ª : Press to scroll through the available vehicle information displays which may include digital speed display, fuel range, fuel economy, fuel used, average speed, timer, battery voltage, tire pressure, engine oil life, and display units. If you have an STS-V, the DIC also has additional vehicle information displays which include engine boost, engine oil temperature, oil pressure, and transmission fluid temperature. AB 3 00 or 3 : Press to scroll through the odometer, trip odometer A and trip odometer B. 4 // : Press to reset certain DIC features and to acknowledge DIC warning messages and clear them from the DIC display. EM: Press this button to change the display from English to metric. « ~ ª : Press to change the position of the HUD on the windshield. For more information about HUD, see Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 4‑38. For information on adjusting the instrument panel brightness, see Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4‑35 . For more information, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4‑69. 1-19 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (20,1) Vehicle Personalization Some vehicle features can be programmed by using the buttons on the remote keyless access transmitter and the buttons on the audio system. The features that can be programmed include: Cruise Control These controls are located on the end of the multifunction lever. . Driver Greeting . Key Fob Reminder . Remote Start . Memory Features Lock and Unlock Feedback Lighting Features . Door Lock and Unlock Settings . Window Lock . Chime Volume . Suspension Mode See Vehicle Personalization on page 3‑59. 1-20 9 : Turns the system off. R : Turns the system on. + : Use this position to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or to accelerate. T: Press to set the speed or to decrease the speed when cruise is already active. [ : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. See Cruise Control on page 4‑12 and Adaptive Cruise Control on page 4‑15 (If Equipped). Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (21,1) StabiliTrak® System The StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started. To turn off both Traction Control and StabiliTrak, press and hold t, located on the console, until i illuminates and the appropriate DIC message displays. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4‑76. . Press and release the button again to turn on both systems. For more information, see StabiliTrak® System on page 5‑6 . Power Outlets Accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cellphone or MP3 player. The vehicle has one outlet in front of the center console, one in the center console lid and there may be an additional outlet in the rear of the center console. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4‑42. Performance and Maintenance Traction Control System (TCS) The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started. To turn off traction control, press and release the t button located on the console. i illuminates when the system is turned off. For more information, see Traction Control System (TCS) on page 5‑9. 1-21 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (22,1) Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit This vehicle may come with a jack and spare tire or a tire sealant and compressor kit. The kit can be used to seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire. See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit (Without Selector Switch) on page 6‑76 or Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit (With Selector Switch) on page 6‑85 for complete operating information. If the vehicle came with a jack and spare tire, see Changing a Flat Tire on page 6‑94. Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays a DIC message when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change. Tire Pressure Monitor This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS warming light alerts you to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicles tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the tire loading information label. See Loading the Vehicle on page 5‑23 . The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected. During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off. This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure. The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 6‑60 and Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 6‑62. 1-22 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (23,1) Resetting the Oil Life System 1. Press the up or down arrow to scroll the DIC to show OIL LIFE. 2. Once the XXX% ENGINE OIL LIFE menu item is highlighted, press and hold the RESET button until the percentage shows 100%. If the percentage does not return to 100% or if the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes back on when the vehicle is started, the engine oil life system has not reset. Repeat the procedure. See Engine Oil Life System on page 6‑20. Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel 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 time. . When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control, if equipped. . Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require. . Keep vehicle tires properly inflated. . Combine several trips into a single trip. . Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. Follow recommended scheduled maintenance. Roadside Service U.S. or Canada: 1-800-882-1112 TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438 As the owner of a new Cadillac, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Service program which is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to give minor repair information or make towing arrangements. For more information see Roadside Service on page 1‑23 . Roadside Service and OnStar If you have a current OnStar subscription, press the Q button and the current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar Advisor who will assess your problem, contact Roadside Service, and relay exact location to get you the help you need. 1-23 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (24,1) Online Owner Center The Online Owner Center is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner manual, special privileges and more. Sign up today at: www.cadillacownercenter.com (U.S.) or www.gm.ca (Canada). OnStar® For vehicles with an active OnStar subscription, OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide a wide range of safety, security, navigation, diagnostics, and calling services. Automatic Crash Response In a crash, built‐in sensors can automatically alert an OnStar advisor who is immediately connected to the vehicle to see if you need help. 1-24 How OnStar Service Works Q : Push this blue button to connect to a specially trained OnStar advisor to verify your account information and to answer questions. ] : Push this red emergency button to get priority help from specially trained OnStar emergency advisors. X : Push this button for hands‐free, voice‐activated calling and to give voice commands for Hands‐Free Calling and Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation. Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation, and Hands‐Free Calling are available on most vehicles. Not all OnStar services are available on all vehicles. For more information, see the OnStar Owner's Guide; visit www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada); contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1‐888‐466‐7827) or TTY 1‐877‐248‐2080; or press Q to speak with an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For a full description of OnStar services and system limitations, see the OnStar Owner's Guide in the glove box. OnStar service is subject to the OnStar terms and conditions included in the OnStar Subscriber Information. Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (25,1) OnStar service requires wireless communication networks and the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite network. Not all OnStar services are available everywhere or on all vehicles at all times. OnStar service can’t work unless your vehicle is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area, and the wireless service provider has coverage, network capacity, reception, and technology compatible with OnStar's service. Service involving location information about your vehicle can’t work unless GPS signals are available, unobstructed, and compatible with the OnStar hardware. The vehicle has to have a working electrical system and adequate battery power for the OnStar equipment to operate. OnStar service may not work if the OnStar equipment isn’t properly installed or you haven’t maintained it and your vehicle is in good working order and in compliance with all government regulations. If you try to add, connect, or modify any equipment or software in your vehicle, OnStar service may not work. Other problems OnStar can’t control may prevent service to you, such as hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, electrical system design and architecture of your vehicle, damage to important parts of your vehicle in a crash, or wireless phone network congestion or jamming. See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8‑20 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310. OnStar Steering Wheel Controls This vehicle may have a Talk/Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar Hands-Free calling. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4‑124 for more information. On some vehicles, the mute button can be used to dial numbers into voice mail systems, or to dial phone extensions. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for more information. Your Responsibility Increase the volume of the radio if the OnStar advisor cannot be heard. If the light next to the OnStar buttons is red, the system may not be functioning properly. Push the Q button and request a vehicle diagnostic. If the light appears clear (no light appears), your OnStar subscription has expired and all services have been deactivated. Push the Q button to confirm that the OnStar equipment is active. 1-25 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (26,1) 2 NOTES 1-26 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Section 2 Seats and Restraint System Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Power Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Power Lumbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Heated and Ventilated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel . . . . . . 2-5 Power Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 Rear Seat Pass-Through Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19 Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33 Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34 Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34 Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34 Infants and Young Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-38 Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-41 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-43 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-45 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-51 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53 Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-57 Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-59 When Should an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-62 What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-63 How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-63 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? . . . 2-64 Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-66 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . . . 2-70 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-71 Restraint System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-72 Checking the Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-72 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-73 2-1 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (2,1) Front Seats Power Seats The power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the seats. To adjust the seat: . Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the horizontal control forward or rearward. . Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the horizontal control up or down. . Raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the horizontal control up or down. . Use the vertical control to recline the seatback. See Power Reclining Seatbacks on page 2‑10. If the vehicle has the memory feature, you can program and recall memory settings for seat positions. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 3‑75 . 2-2 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Power Lumbar The power lumbar control is on the outboard sides of the front seats. To increase or decrease support, press and hold the front or rear of the control. To raise or lower the position of the lumbar support, press and hold the top or bottom of the control. On vehicles with the memory feature, seat settings can be saved and recalled. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 3‑75 for more information. 2-3 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (4,1) Heated Seats { WARNING: If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures. To reduce the risk of burns, people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater, especially for long periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket, cushion, cover or similar item. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat. 2-4 On vehicles with heated front seats, the buttons are located on the climate control panel. z (Heated Seat and Seatback): Press the up or down arrow once to turn on the heated seat at the highest or lowest setting. Press the up or down arrows a second time to raise or lower the setting. Keep pressing the down arrow until the indicator on the climate control display turns off to turn off the heated seat. A light bar in the climate control display shows the setting: high, medium, or low. The longest bar shows the high range and the shortest bar shows the low range. The heated seat will automatically shut off when the vehicle is turned off. Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Heated and Ventilated Seats { WARNING: If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures. See the Warning under Heated Seats on page 2‑4. On vehicles with this feature, the buttons are on the climate control panel. z (Heated Seat and Seatback): Press to heat the seat and seatback. { (Ventilated Seat): Press to ventilate the seat. Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the setting will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. A light bar in the climate control display shows the setting: high, medium, or low. The heated or ventilated seats shut off when the vehicle is turned off. Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel If the vehicle has the memory feature, you can program and recall memory settings for the following features for up to two drivers: The driver seat position The outside rearview mirrors position The power tilt wheel and telescopic steering column position The following settings and presets are set automatically: The language, radio and XM™ presets, tone, volume, playback mode (AM/FM or CD), last displayed stations, and compact disc position The last climate control setting The Head-Up Display (HUD) position, if your vehicle has this feature . Other personalization settings, for example, remote start settings See Vehicle Personalization on page 3‑59. 2-5 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (6,1) For vehicles with the base audio system, memory features are programmed and recalled through the radio from the DRIVER SELECTION and the DRIVER EXIT SETTINGS submenus. See “Entering the Driver Selection Submenu” and “Entering the Driver Exit Settings Submenu” later in this section for more information on recalling and programming the memory settings using the base audio system. For vehicles with the Navigation system, memory features are programmed and recalled through the navigation display. See “Personalization” in the Index of the Navigation System manual for more information on programming and recalling the memory settings using the Navigation system. For vehicles with the Navigation system, you can also recall the memory features by using voice recognition, if your vehicle has this feature. See “Voice Recognition” in the Index of the Navigation System manual for more information. 2-6 Entering the Driver Selection Submenu To enter the memory programming mode for your driver settings: 1. The ignition must be either on, in ACCESSORY, or in RAP and the transmission in P (Park) or the vehicle speed less than 6 mph (9 km/h). 2. Press any button on the appropriate keyless access transmitter to identify yourself as Driver 1 or Driver 2. 3. Turn on the radio by pressing the power/ volume knob. 4. Press the CNFG radio button to enter the main menu of the radio. 5. Turn the tune/select knob and scroll to SETUP. 6. Press the tune/select knob to enter the SETUP menu. 7. Turn the tune/select knob and scroll to DRIVER SELECTION. 8. Press the tune/select knob to enter the DRIVER SELECTION submenu. The following items will appear: . DRIVER 1 . DRIVER 2 . RECALL DRIVER SETTINGS . STORE DRIVER SETTINGS Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (7,1) Driver Selection Submenu Items DRIVER 1/DRIVER 2 The numbers on the back of each keyless access transmitter correspond to DRIVER 1 and DRIVER 2. If you would like to recall or store driver settings for the driver that does not correspond to the number on the back of the keyless access transmitter that you are using: 1. Enter the memory programming mode for your driver settings by following the instructions listed previously under “Entering the Driver Selection Submenu.” 2. From the DRIVER SELECTION submenu, turn the tune/select knob to highlight the driver number that you want, either DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2. 3. Set your choice by pressing in the tune/ select knob. If you would like to recall or store driver settings for the selected driver, see “RECALL DRIVER SETTINGS” or “STORE DRIVER SETTINGS” later in this section. If you would like to recall or store exit settings for the selected driver, see “RECALL EXIT SETTINGS” or “STORE EXIT SETTINGS” later in this section. RECALL DRIVER SETTINGS To recall driver settings: 1. Enter the memory programming mode for your driver settings by following the instructions listed previously under “Entering the Driver Selection Submenu.” 2. From the DRIVER SELECTION submenu, turn the tune/select knob to scroll to RECALL DRIVER SETTINGS and press in the knob. If the vehicle is in P (Park), one beep will sound and your previously saved driving position will then be recalled. If the vehicle is not in P (Park), three beeps will sound and your previously saved driving position will not be recalled. A memory recall can be stopped by pressing any memory seat or mirror position button. If you would like the stored driving positions to be recalled when unlocking your vehicle with the keyless access transmitter or when starting your vehicle, see “REMOTE RECALL MEMORY” or “START BUTTON RECALL” under Vehicle Personalization on page 3‑59. 2-7 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (8,1) STORE DRIVER SETTINGS To store driver settings: 1. Adjust your settings for the driver seat, the outside rearview mirrors, and the steering column to a comfortable driving position. 2. Enter the memory programming mode for your driver settings by following the instructions listed previously under “Entering the Driver Selection Submenu.” 3. From the DRIVER SELECTION submenu, turn the tune/select knob to scroll to STORE DRIVER SETTINGS and press in the knob. Two beeps will sound to confirm that your driver settings are saved. 4. Set the HUD position, if your vehicle has this feature, the climate control temperature, fan speed and mode settings, the radio presets, tone, volume, playback mode (AM/FM, XM™, or CD), and compact disc position. Your memory settings are now programmed. Any changes that are made to the HUD, audio system, and climate controls while driving will be automatically stored when the ignition is turned off. 5. Repeat the procedure for a second driver by programming the other driver number. Entering the Driver Exit Settings Submenu To enter the memory programming mode for your exit settings: 1. The ignition must be either on, in ACCESSORY, or in RAP and the transmission in P (Park) or the vehicle speed less than 6 mph (9 km/h). 2. Press any button on the appropriate keyless access transmitter to identify yourself as Driver 1 or Driver 2. 3. Turn on the radio by pressing the power/ volume knob. 4. Press the CNFG radio button to enter the main menu of the radio. 5. Turn the tune/select knob and scroll to SETUP. 6. Press the tune/select knob to enter the SETUP menu. 7. Turn the tune/select knob and scroll to DRIVER EXIT SETTINGS. 8. Press the tune/select knob to enter the DRIVER EXIT SETTINGS submenu. The following items will appear: . RECALL EXIT SETTINGS . STORE EXIT SETTINGS 2-8 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (9,1) STORE EXIT SETTINGS To store exit settings: 1. Adjust your settings for the driver seat, the outside rearview mirrors, and the steering column to a comfortable exit position. 2. Enter the memory programming mode for your exit settings by following the instructions listed previously under “Entering the Driver Exit Settings Submenu.” 3. From the DRIVER EXIT SETTINGS submenu, turn the tune/select knob to scroll to STORE EXIT SETTINGS and press in the knob. Two beeps will sound to confirm that your new exit settings are saved. 4. Repeat the procedure for a second driver by programming the other driver number. Driver Exit Settings Submenu Items RECALL EXIT SETTINGS To recall exit settings: 1. Enter the memory programming mode for your exit settings by following the instructions listed previously under “Entering the Driver Exit Settings Submenu.” 2. From the DRIVER EXIT SETTINGS submenu, turn the tune/select knob to scroll to RECALL EXIT SETTINGS and press in the knob. If the vehicle is in P (Park), one beep will sound and your previously saved exit position will then be recalled. If the vehicle is not in P (Park), three beeps will sound and your previously saved exit position will not be recalled. A memory recall can be stopped by pressing any memory seat or mirror position button. If you would like the stored exit positions to be recalled when your vehicle is in P (Park), the vehicle is off, and the driver door is opened, see “AUTO EXIT SEAT” and “AUTO EXIT COLUMN” under Vehicle Personalization on page 3‑59 . 2-9 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (10,1) Power Reclining Seatbacks { WARNING: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving. The front seats have power reclining seatbacks. Use the vertical power seat control on the outboard side of the seat to operate them. Tilt the top of the vertical control rearward to recline the seatback. Tilt the top of the vertical control forward to raise the seatback. 2-10 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (11,1) { WARNING: Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it 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 cannot do its job either. In a crash, the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly. Do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. 2-11 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (12,1) Head Restraints The vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. { WARNING: With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. 2-12 Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant's head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (13,1) The height of the head restraint can be adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place. Rear Seat The vehicle's rear seat has adjustable headrests in the outboard seating positions. The height of the headrest can be adjusted. Pull the headrest up to raise it. Try to move the headrest to make sure that it is locked in place. To lower the headrest, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the headrest down. Try to move the headrest after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. The vehicle's headrests are not designed to be removed. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the head restraint down. Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. On some vehicles, the front head restraints tilt forward or rearward. The vehicle's head restraints are not designed to be removed. 2-13 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (14,1) Rear Seats Heated Seats { WARNING: If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures. See the Warning under Heated Seats on page 2‑4. If the vehicle has this feature, the controls are on the rear of the center console. The engine must be running to operate this feature. 2-14 Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the heated seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The lights indicate “3” for the highest setting and “1” for the lowest. The heated seats are canceled when the ignition is turned off. Rear Seat Pass-Through Door The vehicle has a pass‐through door that provides access to the trunk from the rear seats. See “Rear Seat Pass‐Through Door” under Trunk on page 3‑15. Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts. { WARNING: Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) are not wearing safety belts, the (Continued) Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (15,1) This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 4‑53 for additional information. In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts. Here is why: You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a serious one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person would not survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away. Without safety belts, they could have been badly hurt or killed. After more than 40 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter ... a lot! WARNING: (Continued) injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle harder or be ejected from the vehicle. You and your passenger(s) can be seriously injured or killed. In the same crash, you might not be, if you are buckled up. Always fasten your safety belt, and check that your passenger(s) are restrained properly too. { WARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly. 2-15 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (16,1) Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels. 2-16 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (17,1) Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 2-17 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (18,1) or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense. 2-18 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (19,1) Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt? A: You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted. And you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down. Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why should I have to wear safety belts? A: Airbags are supplemental systems only; so they work with safety belts — not instead of them. Whether or not an airbag is provided, all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection. That is true not only in frontal collisions, but especially in side and other collisions. Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in a crash — even one that is not your fault — you and your passenger(s) can be hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph (65 km/h). Safety belts are for everyone. How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and infants. If a child will be riding in the vehicle, see Older Children on page 2‑34 or Infants and Young Children on page 2‑38 . Follow those rules for everyone's protection. It is very important for all occupants to buckle up. Statistics show that unbelted people are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. 2-19 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (20,1) Occupants who are not buckled up can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts. First, before you or your passenger(s) wear a safety belt, there is important information you should know. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash. Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. 2-20 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (21,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit snugly against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give as much protection this way. 2-21 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (22,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. A: The lap belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. 2-22 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (23,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. A: The belt is buckled in the wrong buckle. 2-23 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (24,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries. Be sure the belt goes under the armrests. A: The belt is over an armrest. 2-24 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (25,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 2-25 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (26,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. You might also slide under the lap belt. The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. A: The belt is behind the body. 2-26 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (27,1) Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the body. 2-27 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (28,1) Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in your vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. Here is how to wear a lap-shoulder belt 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. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. If you ever pull the shoulder portion of a passenger belt out all the way, you may engage the child restraint locking feature. If this happens, just let the belt go back all the way and start again. 2-28 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 2‑34 . Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash. See “Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster” later in this section. 4. Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (29,1) When the safety belt is unbuckled or when the vehicle is turned off, the tension reducer will deactivate. The belt should go back out of the way. 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants. 6. This safety belt has a feature that will reduce the tension of the safety belt on the occupant's shoulder if the vehicle is on. To set this feature, gently pull on the belt, or lean forward and then sit back. The belt will retract and rest lightly against the occupant. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. Before you close a door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. 2-29 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (30,1) Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Your vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger position. Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, but not contacting, the neck. Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash. See How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 2‑19. To move it down, press the release button (A) and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move the height adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants. Although you cannot see them, 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 and near frontal crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met. And, if your vehicle has side impact airbags, safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a side crash. Pretensioners work only once. If they activate in a crash, you will need to get new ones, and probably other new parts for your safety belt system. See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 2‑73 . After you move the height adjuster to where you want it, try to move it down without pressing the release button to make sure it has locked into position. 2-30 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (31,1) Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. If not, they are available through your dealer. The guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed and properly adjusted, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head. Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt: 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 1. Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip. 2-31 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (32,1) { WARNING: A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. 2-32 Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (33,1)

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