Buick Cascada 2016 Owner’s Manual
The 2016 Buick Cascada is a beautiful convertible that can be used in many ways and is fun to drive with the top down. The Cascada stands out wherever it goes thanks to its sleek form and high-end features. This convertible car has four seats and a nice, comfortable cabin with high-quality materials and modern technology. The Cascada has a turbocharged engine that gives it quick acceleration and lets you enjoy the open road. With the push of a button, you can lower or raise the movable soft top. This lets you enjoy the thrill of driving with the top down or the comfort of driving with the roof up. The ride in the Cascada is smooth and comfortable, which makes it a great choice for both daily drives and weekend trips. The 2016 Buick Cascada is the perfect car for those who want to drive in style and excitement. It has a great mix of style, speed, and convertible options.
Vehicle Messages
Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or some action that may be needed to correct a condition. Multiple messages may display one after the other.
The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by pressing SET/CLR. The messages that require immediate action cannot be cleared until that action is performed. All messages should be taken seriously and clearing the messages does not correct the problem.
Follow the instructions given in the messages. The system displays messages regarding the following topics:
- Service Messages
- Fluid Levels
- Vehicle Security
- Brakes
- Ride Control Systems
- Driver Assistance Systems
- Cruise Control
- Lighting and Bulb Replacement. Wiper/Washer Systems
- Doors and Windows
- Convertible Top
- Safety Belts
- Airbag Systems
- Engine and Transmission
- Tire Pressure
- Battery
Vehicle Personalization
Use the audio system controls to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features.
The following are all possible personalization features. Depending on the vehicle, some may not be available.
Infotainment System Audio System Controls Using the Faceplate
Knob
- Press the outer diameter (chrome ring) to enter, select, or activate a highlighted menu option.
- Turn to highlight a menu option.
- Press the outer diameter (chrome ring) to enable or disable a system setting.
BACK - Press to exit a menu.
- Press to return to a previous screen.
Using the Touch Screen
Touch a screen feature to:
- View more feature options.
- Enable or disable the feature.
- Touch to scroll up.
- Touch to scroll down.
- Back: Touch to return to the previous menu.
To access the
personalization menu:
- Touch Config on the Home Page on the infotainment system display or press CONFIG on the faceplate.
- Select the desired feature to display a list of available options.
- Select the desired feature setting.
Personalization Menus
The following list of menu items may be available:
- Languages
- Time and Date
- Radio Settings
- Phone Settings
- Navigation Settings
- Display Settings
- Vehicle Settings
Each menu is detailed in the following information.
Languages
Select Languages, then select from the available language(s).
Time and Date
Manually set the time and date. See Clock 0 96.
Radio Settings
Select and the following may display:
- Auto Volume
- Gracenote Options
- XM Channel Art
- Max Startup Volume
- Number of Favorites Pages
- XM Categories
- Software Versions Menu
Auto Volume
This feature adjusts the volume to minimize the effects of unwanted background noise that can result from changing road surfaces, driving speeds, or open windows. This feature works best at lower volume settings where background noise is typically louder than the sound system volume.
Select Off, Low, Medium, or High.
Normalization
This feature improves voice recognition and media groupings See CD Player 0 155, USB 0 158, Auxiliary Devices 0 164, and Bluetooth Audio 0 164. Select to enable or disable.
XM Channel Art
This feature turns the XM Audio page background on the XM Channel display on and off. Select to enable or disable.
Max Startup Volume
This feature sets the maximum startup volume. If the vehicle is started and the volume is greater than this level, the volume is adjusted to this level. Select + or − to increase or decrease the volume.
A number of Favorite Pages Select to set the number of favorite pages to display. Select the desired number. XM Categories This allows which available XM Categories are used and displayed. Select to enable or disable available categories.
Software Versions Menu
Select to display information about the system and update software if available.
Phone Settings
Select and the following may display:
- Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Select and the following may display: - Device List
- Pair Device
Device List
Select to connect to a different phone source, disconnect a phone, or delete a phone.
Pair Device
Select to pair a new device. See “Pairing a Phone/Device” in Bluetooth 0 197.
Navigation Settings
See “Navigation Settings” in Configure Menu 0 183.
Display Settings
Select and the following may display:
- Home Page Menu
- Rear Camera Options
- Display Off
- Map Settings
Home Page Menu
Select and the following may display:
- Customize
- Sort
- Restore Home Page Defaults Customize
This feature allows the selection of what icons will be on the first Select and follow the screen prompts.
Sort
This feature allows the icons on the Home Page to be moved.
Restore Home Page Defaults
This feature will restore the Home Page to the factory settings.
Select and follow the screen prompts.
Rear Camera Options
Select and the following may display:
- Symbols
- Guide Lines
Symbols
See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 243.
Select to enable or disable.
Guide Lines
See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 243.
Select to enable or disable.
Display Off
Select to turn the display off. The display will return when any radio buttons are pressed or the screen is touched (if equipped).
Map Settings
See “Map Settings” in Configure Menu 0 183.
Vehicle Settings
Select and the following may display:
- Climate and Air Quality
- Comfort and Convenience
- Collision Detection Systems
- Lighting
- Power Door Locks
- Remote Lock/Unlock/Start
- Return to Factory Settings?
Climate and Air Quality
Select and the following may display:
- Auto Fan Speed
- Remote Start Auto Heat Seat
- Auto Rear Defog
Auto Fan Speed
Choose from the following blower speed settings: Select High, Medium, or Low.
Remote Start Auto Heat Seat
When on, this feature will turn the heated seats on when using remote start on cold days. Select to enable or disable.
Auto Rear Defog
When on, this feature turns on the rear window defogger at vehicle start when the interior temperature is cold and fog is likely. The auto rear defog function can be disabled by selecting1. When off, the feature can be turned on by selecting1. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 212. Select to enable or disable.
Comfort and Convenience Select and the following may display:
- Chime Volume
- Button Chime
Chime Volume
This allows the selection of the chime volume level. Select Low or High.
Button Chime
This allows the Button Chime feature to be turned on or off. Select to enable or disable.
Open Door Anti Lock Out
When on, this feature will keep the driver door from locking until the door is closed. If this feature is turned on, the Delayed Door Lock menu will not be available. Select to enable or disable.
Auto Door Unlock
This allows the selection of which doors will automatically unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). Select All Doors, Driver Door, or Off.
Delay Door Lock
When on, this feature will delay the locking of the doors. See Delayed Locking 0 28.
Select to enable or disable.
Remote Lock/Unlock/Start
Select and the following may display:
- Remote Unlock Feedback
- Remote Lock Feedback
- Remote Door Unlock
Remote Unlock Feedback
When on, the exterior lamps will flash when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. Select Flash Lights or Off.
Remote Lock Feedback
This allows selection of what feedback is provided when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Select Lights and Horn, Lights Only, Horn Only, or Off.
Remote Door Unlock
This allows the selection of which doors will unlock on the first press of K on the RKE transmitter. If Driver Door is selected, all doors will unlock on the second press of K within five seconds of the prior press. Select Driver Door or All Doors.
Return to Factory Settings?
This returns all of the vehicles personalization settings to the factory settings.
FAQ
A1: The Buick Cascada 2016 can comfortably seat up to four passengers.
A2: Yes, the Buick Cascada 2016 features a power-operated retractable soft top that can be raised or lowered with the touch of a button.
A3: The Buick Cascada 2016 is equipped with a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine.
A4: No, the Buick Cascada 2016 is only available with front-wheel drive.
A5: The Buick Cascada 2016 achieves an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 20 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway.
A6: The Buick Cascada 2016 offers a range of safety features, including rear park assist, rearview camera, lane departure warning, and forward collision alert.
A7: No, the 2016 Buick Cascada does not offer Apple CarPlay or Android Auto compatibility. These features were introduced in later model years.
A8: The Buick Cascada 2016 provides 9.8 cubic feet of trunk space when the convertible top is up. When the top is lowered, the available cargo space is reduced.
A9: The Buick Cascada 2016 is not designed for towing. It does not have a recommended towing capacity.
A10: Yes, the Buick Cascada 2016 offers a built-in navigation system as a standard feature.
A11: The Buick Cascada 2016 comes with a four-year/50,000-mile basic warranty and a six-year/70,000-mile powertrain warranty.
A12: The Buick Cascada 2016 offers some advanced driver-assistance systems, including lane departure warning and forward collision alert. However, it does not include features like adaptive cruise control or automatic emergency braking.
A13: Yes, the Buick Cascada 2016 offers available heated front seats on select trim levels.
A14: Yes, the Buick Cascada 2016 comes equipped with a premium audio system as a standard feature.
A15: The Buick Cascada 2016 offers a range of premium interior features, including leather upholstery, power-adjustable front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a touchscreen infotainment system.
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