Login- Download PDF Manual
-
2.
RKE transmitter. Immediately press and hold / for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash. This confirms the request to remote start the vehicle has been received. During the remote start, the doors will be locked and the parking lamps will remain on as long as the engine is running. The engine will shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension is done or the ignition is put in ON/RUN/ START.
3. Press the brake pedal and select the ON/RUN/START ignition mode to drive the vehicle.
Extending Engine Run Time The engine run time can also be extended by another 10 minutes, if during the first 10 minutes Steps 1–2 are repeated while the engine is still running. An extension can be requested, 30 seconds after starting. This provides a total of 20 minutes. The remote start can only be extended once. A maximum of two remote starts, or a remote start with an extension, are allowed between ignition cycles. The vehicle's ignition must be changed to ON/RUN/START and then back to OFF before the remote start procedure can be used again.
Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start, do any of the following: . Press and hold / until the
parking lamps turn off.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
36
Keys, Doors, and Windows
. Turn on the hazard warning
flashers.
. Turn the vehicle on and then
back off.
Conditions in Which Remote Start Will Not Work The remote start will not operate if any of the following occur: . The ignition is in any mode other
than OFF.
. The transmitter is in the vehicle. . The hood is not closed. . The hazard warning flashers
are on.
. There is an emission control
system malfunction.
. The engine coolant temperature
is too high.
. The oil pressure is low. . Two remote vehicle starts or a
start with an extension have 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. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked. So, all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven.
. Young children who get into
unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it.
(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when slowing or stopping the vehicle. Lock the doors to help prevent this from happening.
Inside the Vehicle On the rear doors, push down on the door lock knob to lock the door manually. Pull once on the door handle to unlock the door and again to open the door. Press the power door lock switch to lock or unlock all doors automatically. See Power Door Locks 0 38.
Outside the Vehicle Use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, the key cylinder on the driver front door, or the key cylinder on the passenger front door, if equipped. The key cylinder is covered with a cap.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
Keyless Access
Key Cylinder Access
Keys, Doors, and Windows
37
If equipped, use the Keyless Access system to lock and unlock the door. When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver door handle, press the lock/unlock button. When unlocking from the driver door, the first press unlocks that door; press again within five seconds to unlock all passenger doors. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 28.
To access the key cylinder: 1. Pull the door handle (1) to the
2.
open position. Insert the key into the slot (3) on the bottom of the cap (2) and pry outward.
3. Move the cap (2) rearward and
remove.
4. Use the key in the cylinder.
To replace the cap: 1. Pull the door handle to the
2.
open position. Insert the two tabs (7) at the back of the cap (8) between the seal (5) and the metal base (6).
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
38
Keys, Doors, and Windows
Power Door Locks
Q (Lock) : Press to lock the doors. K (Unlock) : Press to unlock the doors.
Delayed Locking This feature delays the actual locking of the doors. When Q is pressed on the power door lock switch, while the door is open, a chime will sound three times indicating that delayed locking is active.
3. Move the cap forward and
press to snap the cap in place.
4. Release the door handle.
When all the doors are closed, the doors will lock automatically after five seconds. If a door is reopened before five seconds have elapsed, the five-second timer will reset once all the doors are closed again. Press Q on the door lock switch again or press Q on the RKE transmitter to override this feature and lock the doors immediately. This feature can also be programmed. See Vehicle Personalization 0 150.
Automatic Door Locks The vehicle is programmed so that when the doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the shift lever is moved out of P (Park), the doors will lock. To unlock the doors: . Press an unlock switch on
a door.
. Shift the transmission into
P (Park).
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
Keys, Doors, and Windows
39
Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout If Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout is turned on and the vehicle is off, the driver door is open, and locking is requested, all the doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock. The Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout feature can be turned on or off using the vehicle personalization menus. See Vehicle Personalization 0 150.
Safety Locks The rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle.
Press v { to activate the safety locks on the rear doors. The indicator light in the switch will illuminate when activated. The rear door power windows are also disabled. See Power Windows 0 46. Press v { again to deactivate the safety locks. If the rear inside door handle is being pulled when the safety lock is deactivated, that door will remain locked and the indicator light may flash. Release the handle, then press the safety lock twice to deactivate the safety locks.
The power door locks can be programmed through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Vehicle Personalization 0 150.
Lockout Protection If the vehicle is in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN 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 and locking is requested while a door is open, when all doors are closed the vehicle will check for RKE transmitters inside. If an RKE transmitter is detected and the number of RKE transmitters inside has not reduced, the driver door will unlock and the horn will chirp three times. Lockout Protection can be manually overridden with the driver door open by pressing and holding Q on the power door lock switch.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
40
Keys, Doors, and Windows
Doors
Trunk
{ Warning
Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch open: . Close all of the windows. . Fully open the air outlets on
or under the instrument panel.
. Adjust the climate control
system to a setting that brings in only outside air
(Continued)
. Press | from inside the
vehicle.
. Press X twice quickly on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Warning (Continued)
and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See “Climate Control Systems” in the Index. If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function.
See Engine Exhaust 0 196.
Trunk Lock Release
. Press the touch pad on the trunk
above the license plate.
With the Keyless Access system the RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the trunk for it to be recognized. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 28.
To open the trunk:
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
Keys, Doors, and Windows
41
Emergency Trunk Release Handle
After use, return to the stored position.
Use the handle to assist in closing the trunk. Do not use the handle as a tie-down. If the vehicle is ever without power, the trunk area can still be accessed by folding the rear seat: 1. Fold down the rear seatback.
See Rear Seats 0 62.
2. Reach inward through the
opening to locate the emergency trunk release handle.
3. Pull the release handle to open
the trunk.
Caution
Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle.
There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle on the trunk lid. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
42
Keys, Doors, and Windows
Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make the vehicle impossible to steal.
Vehicle Alarm System This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system.
The indicator light, on the instrument panel near the windshield, indicates the status of the system. Off : Alarm system is disarmed.
On Solid : Vehicle is secured during the delay to arm the system. Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. A door, the hood, or the trunk is open. Slow Flash : Alarm system is armed. Arming the Alarm System 1. Close the trunk and the hood.
Turn off the vehicle.
2. Lock the vehicle in one of
three ways: . Use the RKE transmitter. . Use the Keyless Access
system.
. With a door open, press the
inside Q.
3. After 30 seconds the alarm
system will arm, and the indicator light will begin to slowly flash indicating the alarm system is operating. Pressing Q on the RKE transmitter a second time will
bypass the 30-second delay and immediately arm the alarm system.
The vehicle alarm system will not arm if the doors are locked with the key. If the driver door is opened without first unlocking with the RKE transmitter, the horn will chirp and the lights will flash to indicate pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not started, or the door is not unlocked by pressing K on the RKE transmitter during the 10–second pre-alarm, the alarm will be activated. The alarm will also be activated if a passenger door, the trunk, or the hood is opened without first disarming the system. When the alarm is activated, the turn signals flash and the horn sounds for about 30 seconds. The alarm system will then re-arm to monitor for the next unauthorized event.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
Keys, Doors, and Windows
43
Disarming the Alarm System To disarm the alarm system or turn off the alarm if it has been activated: . Press K on the RKE transmitter. . Unlock the vehicle using the
Keyless Access system.
. Start the vehicle. To avoid setting off the alarm by accident: . Lock the vehicle after all
occupants have left the vehicle and all doors are closed.
. Always unlock a door with the
RKE transmitter or use the Keyless Access system.
Unlocking the driver door with the key will not disarm the system or turn off the alarm. How to Detect a Tamper Condition If K is pressed and the horn chirps and the lights flash three times, the alarm was activated while the alarm system was armed.
If the alarm system has been activated, a message will appear on the DIC. See Security Messages 0 148.
Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement 0 355.
Immobilizer Operation This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed. The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the vehicle is turned off. The immobilization system is disarmed when the pushbutton start is activated to enter the ACC/ ACCESSORY mode or the ON/ RUN/START mode and a valid transmitter is present in the vehicle.
The security light in the instrument cluster comes 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 immobilizer control unit in your vehicle. Only a correctly matched RKE transmitter will start the vehicle. If the transmitter is ever damaged, you may not be able to start your vehicle. When trying to start the vehicle, the security light may come on briefly when the ignition is turned on. If the engine does not start and the security light stays on, there is a problem with the system. Turn the ignition off and try again. If the vehicle will not change ignition modes (ACC/ACCESSORY, ON/ RUN/START, OFF), and the RKE transmitter appears to be
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
44
Keys, Doors, and Windows
undamaged, try another transmitter. Or, you may try placing the transmitter in the transmitter pocket in the center console. See Key and Lock Messages 0 144. If the ignition modes will not change with the other transmitter, your vehicle needs service. If the ignition does change modes, the first transmitter may be faulty. See your dealer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a new RKE transmitter programmed to the vehicle. It is possible for the immobilizer system to learn new or replacement RKE transmitters. Up to eight transmitters can be programmed for the vehicle. To program additional transmitters, see “Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 28. Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft-deterrent system in the vehicle.
Exterior Mirrors
Power 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 lane, you could hit a vehicle on the right. Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. A convex mirror's surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat.
1. Move the selector switch to L (Left) or R (Right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror. 2. Press one of the four arrows to
move the mirror.
3. Move the selector switch to )
to deselect the mirror.
Exterior Automatic Dimming Mirror The vehicle may have a driver exterior automatic dimming mirror that will automatically adjust for the glare of headlamps behind.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
Keys, Doors, and Windows
45
Memory Mirrors The vehicle may have memory mirrors. See Memory Seats 0 59.
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) The vehicle may have SBZA. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) 0 227.
Turn Signal Indicator The vehicle has a turn signal indicator on the mirror housings. The indicator will flash when a turn signal or the hazard warning flashers are used.
Folding Mirrors
Manual Folding Mirrors The mirrors can be folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position.
Power Folding Mirrors
1.
If the vehicle is equipped with power folding mirrors, move the selector switch to the ) position.
2. Press the down arrow to fold
the mirrors.
3. Press the down arrow again to
unfold the mirrors.
The mirrors may have an auto folding feature. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 28.
Heated Mirrors = (Rear Window Defogger) : Press to heat the mirrors. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 169.
Reverse Tilt Mirrors If equipped with memory seats, the passenger and/or driver mirror tilts to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This allows the curb to be seen when parallel parking. The mirror(s) return to the original position when: . The vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse), or remains in R (Reverse) for about 30 seconds.
. The ignition is turned off. . The vehicle is driven in
R (Reverse) above a set speed.
To turn this feature on or off, see Vehicle Personalization 0 150.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
46
Keys, Doors, and Windows
Interior Mirrors
Windows
Interior Rearview Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle. If equipped with OnStar, the vehicle may have three control buttons at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer for more information about OnStar and how to subscribe to it. See OnStar Overview 0 359. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The vehicle has an automatic dimming rearview mirror. The mirror will automatically reduce the glare from the headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started.
{ Warning
Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke.
The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a
pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the sound, open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped.
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 in a vehicle with children. When there are children in the rear seat, use the window lockout switch to prevent operation of the windows. See Keys 0 27.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
Keys, Doors, and Windows
47
Express-Down/Up Windows Windows with the express feature allow the windows to be raised and lowered all the way without holding the switch. Press or pull the switch fully and release it to activate the express feature. The express mode can be canceled by briefly pressing or pulling the switch. Express Window Anti-Pinch Feature If any object is in the path of the window when the express-up is active, the window will stop at the obstruction and auto-reverse to a preset factory position. Weather conditions such as severe icing may also cause the window to auto-reverse. The window will return to normal operation after the obstruction or condition is removed.
Express Window Anti-Pinch Override
{ Warning
If express override is activated, the window will not reverse automatically. You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged. 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. Hold the window switch all the way up to the second position. The window will rise for as long as the switch is held. Once the switch is released, the express mode is reactivated. In this mode, the window can close on an object in its path. Use care when using the override mode.
The power windows only operate with the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 194. The power window switches on the driver door control all the windows. Each passenger door has a switch that controls only that window. Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise it.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
48
Keys, Doors, and Windows
Window Operation from Outside the Vehicle The vehicle may be equipped with a remote venting window feature. As you approach the vehicle, press K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter long enough for the windows to start lowering to the full open position. Pressing the K again will cause window movement to stop. This feature may be turned off by your dealer. Window Lockout
This feature prevents the rear passenger windows from operating, except from the driver position. Press v { to activate the window lockout. The indicator light in the switch will illuminate when activated. The rear door safety locks are also activated. See Safety Locks 0 39. Press v { again to deactivate the lockout switch. If the indicator light flashes, the feature may not be working properly.
Sun Visors
Programming the Power Windows If the vehicle battery has been recharged or disconnected, or is not working, the front power windows will need to be reprogrammed for the express-up feature to work. Before reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle's battery. To program: 1. With the ignition in ON/RUN or
ACC/ACCESSORY, or when RAP is active, close all doors.
2. Press and hold the power
window switch until the window is fully open.
3. Pull the power window switch
up until the window is fully closed.
4. Continue holding the switch up for approximately two seconds after the window is completely closed.
The window is now reprogrammed. Repeat the process for the other windows.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
Keys, Doors, and Windows
49
Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window, or to extend along the rod.
Rear Window Sunshade
sunshade, press and release the switch again. The sunshade will fully close. When shifting the vehicle into R (Reverse), the sunshade will automatically retract if it is extended. It may re-extend after a short delay when shifting into D (Drive). If equipped, the rear seat center armrest may have rear window sunshade buttons.
Rear Passenger Door Sunshades
On vehicles with a rear window sunshade, the sunshade switch is on the overhead console. The sunshade only operates with the ignition in ON/RUN/START. To open the sunshade, press and release the switch. The sunshade will fully extend. To close the
If equipped, use the handle to pull the sunshade up.
Attach it to the hooks at the top of the window. To close the sunshade, use the handle to release it from the hooks and roll it down.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
50
Keys, Doors, and Windows
Roof
Sunroof If equipped with a sunroof, the ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP) to operate the sunroof and power sunshade. See Ignition Positions 0 190 and Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 194.
1. ~ Sunroof Switch 2. Q Sunshade Switch
Express Open/Express Close : Press and release the rear or front of Q to express open or express close the sunshade. If the sunroof is opened, the sunshade will express close within a few inches of the opened sunroof. Anti-Pinch Feature If an object is in the path of the sunroof/sunshade when it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof/ sunshade from closing at the point of the obstruction. The sunroof/ sunshade will then return to the full-open position. To close the sunroof/sunshade, see “Express Open/Express Close” earlier in this section.
Sunroof Switch Vent Feature : Press and hold the front of ~ to vent the sunroof. The sunshade will automatically open approximately 38 cm (15 in). Press and hold the rear of ~ to close the vent. Comfort Stop Feature : The sunroof has a comfort stop feature that stops the sunroof from opening fully. Press and release the rear of ~ to open the sunroof to the comfort open position. Pressing the rear of ~ again will open the sunroof fully. If the sunshade is not fully open when the comfort stop feature is pressed the second time, the sunshade will open fully. Express Close : Press and release the front of ~ to express close the sunroof.
Sunshade Switch Open/Close : Press and hold the front or rear of Q to open or close the sunshade to the desired position.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
Keys, Doors, and Windows
51
Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not remove grease from the sunroof. If water is seen dripping into the water drainage system, this is normal.
Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . 88
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . 90
Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren (LATCH System) . . . . 91
Replacing LATCH System Parts
After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Securing Child Restraints
(Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Securing Child Restraints (Front
Passenger Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
Seats and Restraints
52
Seats and RestraintsHead Restraints
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Front Seats
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . 56
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Thigh Support Adjustment . . . . . 57
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Heated and Ventilated FrontSeats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Massage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Rear Seats
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Heated Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Rear SeatPass-Through Door . . . . . . . . . . 65
Safety Belts
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
How to Wear Safety BeltsProperly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67Safety Belt Use During
Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . 70
Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Replacing Safety Belt SystemParts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Airbag System
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . 74
When Should an AirbagInflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
What Makes an Airbag
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
How Does an Airbag
Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
What Will You See after an
Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Passenger Sensing System . . . 78
Servicing the Airbag-EquippedVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Adding Equipment to the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 83
Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . 84
Replacing Airbag System Partsafter a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Child Restraints
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Infants and Young Children . . . . 86Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
Seats and Restraints
53
Head Restraints If equipped with base seats, the vehicle’s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. If equipped with high performance seats, the vehicle’s front seats have head restraints in the outboard seating positions that cannot be adjusted.
{ 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. If your vehicle has rear head restraints that fold down, always return them to the full upright position whenever an occupant is seated in the seat.
If equipped with base seats, 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. Front Seats If equipped, the vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions.
The height of the head restraint can be adjusted. To raise or lower the head restraint, press the button located on the side of the head restraint and pull up or push the head restraint down, and release the button. Pull and push on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
54
Seats and Restraints
To adjust the head restraint forward or rearward, press the button located on the side facing of the head restraint and move the head restraint forward or rearward until the desired locking position is reached. Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. The front seat outboard head restraints are not removable.
If equipped with high performance seats, the front seat outboard head restraints are not adjustable or removable. Rear Seats The vehicle's rear seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. The height of the head restraint can be adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place.
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.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
Seats and Restraints
55
Front Seats
Seat Adjustment
Uplevel Seat Adjustment If equipped, the ignition must be on to use all uplevel seat features.
Uplevel Seat Control
The head restraint can be folded forward to allow for better visibility when the rear seat is unoccupied. To fold the head restraint, press the button on the side of the head restraint.
The head restraint will fold forward automatically. When an occupant or child restraint is in the seat, always return the head restraint to the full upright position. Pull the head restraint up and push it rearward until it locks into place. Push and pull on the head restraint to make sure that it is locked. Always adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant's head. Rear outboard head restraints are not removable.
1. Feature Select 2. Up 3. Rearward 4. Down 5. Forward
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
56
Seats and Restraints
. Move Feature Select (1) to
display seat adjustments on the center stack. Press and release or hold to scroll through features.
. Press Up (2) to make upward
adjustments of the selected feature.
. Press Rearward (3) to make rearward adjustments of the selected feature.
. Press Down (4) to make
downward adjustments of the selected feature.
. Press Forward (5) to make forward adjustments of the selected feature.
Power Seat Adjustment
{ Warning
You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving.
Some vehicles are equipped with a feature that activates a vibrating pulse alert in the driver seat to help avoid crashes. See Driver Assistance Systems 0 216.
Lumbar Adjustment
Lumbar and Bolster Support To adjust lumbar support, if equipped:
. Press and release or hold
Feature Select (1) to scroll to lumbar support on the center stack.
Base Shown, Uplevel Similar
To adjust: . Move the seat forward or
rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.
. Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.
. Raise or lower the seat by
moving the rear of the control up or down.
To adjust the seatback, see Reclining Seatbacks 0 58. To adjust the lumbar support, see Lumbar Adjustment 0 56.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
Seats and Restraints
57
Upper Shoulder Support To adjust upper shoulder support, if equipped:
Thigh Support Adjustment
. Press and release or hold
Feature Select (1) to scroll to upper shoulder support on the center stack.
. Press Forward (5) or
Rearward (3) to adjust shoulder support forward or rearward.
If equipped, pull up on the lever. Then pull or push on the support to lengthen or shorten. Release the lever to lock in place.
. Press Forward (5) or
Rearward (3) to adjust lumbar forward or rearward.
. Press Up (2) or Down (4) to
adjust lumbar up or down.
To adjust bolster support, if equipped:
. Press and release or hold
Feature Select (1) to scroll to bolster support on the center stack.
. Press Forward (5) or
Rearward (3) to adjust bolster support inward or outward.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
58
Seats and Restraints
Reclining Seatbacks
Base Shown, Uplevel Similar
To adjust: . Tilt the top of the control
rearward to recline.
. Tilt the top of the control forward
to raise.
{ 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. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt could go up over your 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 the vehicle is moving.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
Memory Seats
Driver Buttons Shown, Passenger
Buttons Similar
If equipped, the SET, 1, 2, and B (Exit) buttons on the driver door and front passenger door are used to manually store and recall memory settings for the driver and passenger seats. The driver memory buttons also store outside mirror, power tilt and telescoping steering column positions, and massage, if equipped.
Storing Memory Positions To store positions to the 1 and 2
buttons: 1. The ignition must be in ON/RUN/START or ACC/ ACCESSORY.
2. Adjust the driver seat, power tilt
and telescoping steering column, if equipped, massage type and intensity, if equipped, and the outside mirrors on some vehicles.
3. Press and release SET. A beep
4.
will sound. Immediately press and hold 1
until two beeps sound.5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for a second
driver using 2.
To store exit positions and easy exit features to the B (Exit) button, repeat Steps 1–4 using B to store your positions for getting out of the vehicle.
Seats and Restraints
59
Manually Recalling Memory Positions Press and hold 1, 2, or B to manually recall the previously stored memory positions. Releasing 1, 2, or B before the stored positions are reached stops the recall. If the massage feature is off when the memory recall is performed, the previously stored type and intensity will be recalled, but it will remain off until activated with the On/Off control or through the center stack with the uplevel seat controls.
Automatically Recalling Memory Positions (Auto Memory Recall) (Driver Only) If programmed in the vehicle personalization Menu, the Auto (Automatic) Memory Recall feature automatically recalls the current driver’s previously stored 1 or 2
position when the ignition is changed from OFF to ON/RUN/ START or ACC/ACCESSORY.Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
60
Seats and Restraints
See “Auto Memory Recall” under “Comfort and Convenience” in Vehicle Personalization 0 150. To stop recall movement, press one of the memory, power mirror, or power seat controls; or press the power tilt and telescoping steering column control. RKE transmitters are not labeled with a number. If your memory seat position is stored to 1 or 2 but this position is not automatically recalling, then change the stored position or switch RKE transmitters with the other driver. If the vehicle’s driver has changed, in some vehicles the Driver ID may be displayed for the first few ignition cycles.
Easy Exit Recall (Driver Only) If programmed on in the vehicle personalization menu, the easy exit feature automatically recalls the previously stored exit positions when leaving the vehicle. See “Storing Memory Positions” earlier in this section. See also Vehicle Personalization 0 150.
Easy exit recall automatically activates when one of the following occurs: . The vehicle is turned off and the
driver door is opened within a short time.
. The vehicle is turned off with the
driver door open.
Obstructions If something has blocked the driver seat while recalling a memory position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction. Then do one of the following:
If automatically or manually recalling the stored memory position, press and hold the appropriate manual control for two seconds. Try recalling again by pressing the appropriate memory button. If automatically recalling the position, try recalling again by opening the driver door and pressing K on the RKE transmitter. If recalling the exit position, press and hold the appropriate manual control for the exit
feature not recalling for two seconds. Then try recalling the exit position again.
If the memory position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service.
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
{ Warning
If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns. 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.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
Seats and Restraints
61
the auto heated seats feature will not activate that seat. The auto heated seats feature can be programmed to always be enabled when the vehicle is on. See Vehicle Personalization 0 150.
Remote Start Heated and Ventilated Seats During a remote start, the heated or ventilated seats, if equipped, can be turned on automatically. When it is cold outside, the heated seats turn on, and when it is hot outside the ventilated seats turn on. The heated or ventilated seats are canceled when the ignition is turned on. Press the heated or ventilated seat button to use the heated or ventilated seats after the vehicle is started. The heated or ventilated seat indicator lights do not turn on during a remote start. The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is normal.
turned on, the symbol turns red. When a ventilated seat is turned on, the symbol turns blue. Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The indicator lights next to the buttons indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest. If the heated seats are on high, the level may automatically be lowered after approximately 30 minutes. The passenger seat may take longer to heat up.
Auto Heated Seats When the vehicle is on, this feature will automatically activate the heated seats at the level required by the vehicle’s interior temperature. The active high, medium, low, or off heated seat level will be indicated by the manual heated seat buttons on the center stack. Use the manual heated seat buttons on the center stack to turn auto heated seats off. If the passenger seat is unoccupied,
If available, the buttons are near the climate controls on the center stack. To operate, the ignition must be in ON/RUN/START. Press J or z to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback. Press C or { to ventilate the driver or passenger seat. When this feature is off, the heated and ventilated seat symbols on the buttons are white. A ventilated seat has a fan that pulls or pushes air through the seat. The air is not cooled. When a heated seat is
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
62
Seats and Restraints
The heated or ventilated seats may be enabled or disabled in the vehicle personalization menu. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 34 and Vehicle Personalization 0 150.
Massage
Driver Seat Shown, Passenger
Seat Similar
If equipped, the ignition must be on to use the massage feature.
Massage may be activated and adjusted as follows: 1. Press and release or hold the selection control (1) to scroll to the massage options on the center stack display.
2. Select massage feature. 3. Press up or down to select the
massage type.
4. Press forward or rearward to
change the intensity.
5. To activate massage at last massage type and intensity settings or to turn massage off, press the massage On/Off control (2).
Rear Seats
Folding the Seatback On some vehicles, either side of the seatback can be folded for more cargo space. Fold a seatback only when the vehicle is not moving.
Caution
Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
To fold the seatback:
1. Pull the lever on top of the
seatback to unlock it. A red tab near the seatback lever raises when the seatback is unlocked.
2. Fold the seatback forward. Repeat the steps to fold the other seatback, if desired.
Seats and Restraints
63
To raise a seatback: 1. Lift the seatback up and push it
rearward to lock it in place. A red tab near the seatback lever retracts when the seatback is locked in place. 2. Push and pull the top of the
seatback to be sure it is locked into position.
3. Repeat the steps to raise the other seatback, if necessary.
When the seat is not in use, it should be kept in the upright, locked position. Locking and Unlocking the Seatback The rear seatbacks can be locked or unlocked using the vehicle key.
Raising the Seatback { Warning
If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.
{ Warning
A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
64
Seats and Restraints
To lock or unlock a seatback:
Rear Seat Armrest
Heated Rear Seats { Warning
If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns. See the Warning under Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 60.
1.
Insert the vehicle key into the lock next to the seatback release lever.
2. Turn the key toward the front of
the vehicle to lock or unlock the seatback.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the
other seatback, if desired.
When the seatback is locked, the seatback release lever will not work. The seatbacks cannot be folded down when the seatback lock is engaged.
The rear seat has an armrest in the center of the seatback. Lower the armrest to access the cupholders. To fold, lift the armrest up and push it rearward until it is flush with the seatback. The armrest may also have controls for the rear window sunshade and/ or the infotainment system. See the infotainment manual and Rear Window Sunshade 0 49.
Rear Heated Seat Buttons with Rear Climate Controls Shown,
Base Similar
If available, the buttons are on the rear of the center console.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
With the ignition in ON/RUN/START, press M or L to heat the left or right outboard seat cushion and seatback. On vehicles without rear climate controls, an indicator light on the button will turn on when the heated seat is on. On vehicles with rear climate controls, an indicator on the climate control display appears when this feature is on. On vehicles without rear climate controls, press the button again to turn this feature off. The light on the button will turn off. On vehicles with rear climate controls, this feature turns on at the highest setting. With each press of the button, the heated seat changes to the next lower setting, and then the off setting. Three lights indicate the highest setting, and one light indicates the lowest. If the heated seats are on high, the level may automatically be lowered after approximately 30 minutes.
Rear Seat Pass-Through Door
Some vehicles have a rear seat pass-through door in the center of the rear seatback. Fold down the center armrest and pull the latch to open the door. The pass-through door can be locked or unlocked using the knob on the back of the door. Open the trunk to access the lock. Turn the knob toward Q to lock the door or away from Q to unlock the door.
Seats and Restraints
65
Safety Belts This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts.
{ Warning
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, injuries can be much worse than if you are wearing safety belts. You can be seriously injured or killed by hitting things inside the vehicle harder or by being ejected from the vehicle. In addition, anyone who is not buckled up can strike other passengers in the vehicle. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, passengers riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow
(Continued)
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
66
Seats and Restraints
Warning (Continued)
passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Always wear a safety belt, and check that all passenger(s) are restrained properly too.
This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts. See Safety Belt Reminders 0 122. Why Safety Belts Work
When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle stops suddenly, you keep going until something stops you. It could be the windshield, 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 you stop over a longer distance and, when worn properly, your strongest bones take the forces from the safety belts. That is why wearing safety belts makes such good sense. 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. Your chance of being conscious during and after a crash, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why
should I have to wear safety belts?
A: Airbags are supplemental
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. Also, in nearly all states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size. 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 0 84 or Infants and Young Children 0 86. Follow those rules for everyone's protection.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
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. There are important things to know about wearing 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 hips, just touching the thighs. 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.
. Wear the shoulder belt 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.
{ Warning
You can be seriously injured, or even killed, by not wearing your safety belt properly.
. Never allow the lap or
shoulder belt to become loose or twisted.
. Never wear the shoulder belt under both arms or behind your back.
. Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an armrest.
Seats and Restraints
67
Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To 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.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
68
Seats and Restraints
The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged. If this happens, let the belt go back all the way and start again.
If the webbing locks in the latch plate before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate flat to unlock.
3. Push the latch plate into the
5. To make the lap part tight, pull
up on the shoulder belt.
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 0 70. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See “Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster” later in this section for use and important safety information.
4.
Cadillac XTS Owner Manual 2016 - crc - 5/19/15
(GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768)
To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position. Always stow the safety belt slowly. If the safety belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed position, the retractor may lock and cannot be pulled out. If this happens, pull the safety belt straight out firmly to unlock the webbing, and then release it. If the webbing is still locked in the retractor, see your dealer. Before a door is closed, be sure the safety belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a safety belt, damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle. Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger seating positions. Adjust the guide so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, but not 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 0 66.
Push down on the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired position. The adjuster can be moved up by pushing the slide/ trim up. After the height adjuster is set to the desired position, try to move it down without pressing the release button to make sure it has locked into position.
Seats and Restraints
69
Safety Belt Pretensioners
