2016 Cadillac CTS Head-Up Display | Screen Messages Guide

2016 Cadillac CTS Head-Up Display | Screen Messages Guide

The new Head-Up Display (HUD) in the 2016 Cadillac CTS adds a new level to driving enjoyment, revolutionizing comfort and safety on the road. The HUD projects important information straight onto the windshield so the driver can see it. It acts as an intelligent interface. This state-of-the-art feature not only shows information like speed, route instructions, and important vehicle alerts without the driver having to look away, but it also lets them choose from a variety of customizable screen messages that make driving more enjoyable. The CTS’s head-up display (HUD) keeps drivers informed and linked with real-time performance metrics, safety alerts, and multimedia information. It sets a new standard for in-car technology and fits in perfectly with Cadillac’s commitment to luxury and performance on every trip.

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Information Displays

Driver Information Center (DIC)
The DIC displays are shown in the left and right interactive display zones on the instrument cluster. The displays show the status of many vehicle systems. The controls for the DIC are on the right steering wheel control.

: Press to move up or down in a list.

: Press to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster. Press

to go back to the previous menu.
SEL (Select): Press to open a menu or select a menu item. Press and hold to reset values on certain screens.

DIC Information Display Options
The information displays on the DIC can be turned on or off through the Options menu.

1. Press SEL while viewing the
   The options page in the center displays the zone on the cluster.
2. Scroll to Info Pages and press SEL.
3.  Press to move through the list of possible information displays.4. Press
4. SEL while an item is highlighted to select or deselect that item. When an item is selected, a checkmark will appear next to it.

DIC Information Displays
The following is the list of all possible DIC information displays. Some of the information displays may not be available for your particular vehicle.

Speed: Shows the vehicle speed in either kilometres per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph).

Trip 1 and Trip 2 (Base Cluster) / Trip 1 or Trip 2 and Average Fuel Economy (Uplevel Cluster): Shows the current distance traveled, in either kilometre (km) or miles (mi), since the trip odometer was the last reset. The trip odometer can be reset by pressing and holding SEL while this display is active.

The average fuel economy shows the approximate average litres per 100 kilometres (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is calculated based on the number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the last time this menu item was reset. This number reflects only the approximate average fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and will change as driving conditions change. The Average FuelAn economy can be reset along with the trip odometer by pressing and holding SEL while this display is active.

Fuel Range: This shows the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven without refuelling. LOW will be displayed when the vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle’s fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank.

Average Fuel Economy (Base
Cluster) : Shows the approximate average litres per 100 kilometres (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is calculated based on the number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the last time this menu item was reset. This number reflects only the approximate average fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and will change as driving conditions change. The Average Fuel The economy can be reset by pressing and holding SEL while this display is active.

Instantaneous Fuel Economy :
Shows the current fuel economy in either litre per 100 kilometres (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number reflects only the approximate fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and changes frequently as driving conditions change.

Average Speed: This shows the average speed of the vehicle in kilometres per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). This average is calculated based on the various vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset of this value. The average speed can be reset by pressing and holding SEL while this display is active.

Timer: This display can be used as a timer. To start the timer, press SEL while this display is active. The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset. To stop the timer, press SEL briefly while this display is active and the timer is running. To reset the timer to zero, press and hold SEL while this display is active.

Compass (Base Cluster): On some vehicles show the direction the vehicle is driving. Turn Arrow: Shows the next manoeuvre when using route guidance.

Estimated Time to Arrival: This shows the estimated time until arrival at your destination.

Distance to Destination: This shows the distance to the destination when using route guidance.

Speed Limit: Shows the current speed limit on vehicles with the navigation system. The information for this page comes from a roadway database.

Speed Warning: Allows the driver to set a speed that they do not want to exceed. To set the Speed Warning, press SEL when the Speed The warning is displayed. Press

to adjust the value. This feature can be turned off by pressing and holding SEL while viewing this page. If the selected speed limit is
exceeded, a pop-up warning is displayed and a chime may sound.

Best Fuel Economy: Displays average fuel economy, the best fuel economy over the selected distance, and a bar graph showing instantaneous fuel economy.

Performance Timer (CTS-V Only): Shows the last performance time recorded. Press and hold SEL while viewing the performance timer to reset and stop the timer. Press SEL to enter the performance timer menu. In the menu, set the start speed, set the end speed, and reset the timer.

Cruise Set Speed: This shows the speed the cruise control or Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC, if equipped) is set to.

Gap Setting: When ACC has been engaged, this page shows the current gap setting along with the vehicle ahead telltale.

Battery Voltage: Shows the current battery voltage. Engine Boost: Shows the current amount of boost being added.

Oil Life: Shows an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful life.

If the REMAINING OIL LIFE of 99% is displayed, that means 99% of the current oil life remains. When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule. 

The Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Do not reset the Oil Life displays accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change. To reset the engine oil life system, press and hold SEL for several seconds while the Oil Life display is active. 

Tire Pressure: Shows the approximate pressures of all four tyres. Tire pressure is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or pounds per square inch (psi). If the pressure is low, the value for that tyre is shown in amber. 

Vehicle Odometer (Base Cluster): Shows the odometer.

Blank Page: The Blank Page display allows for no information to be displayed in the DIC display zone(s).

Head-Up Display (HUD)

Warning
If the HUD image is too bright or too high in your field of view, it may take you more time to see things you need to see when it is  HUD image dim and placed low in your field of view.

If equipped with HUD, some information concerning the operation of the vehicle is projected onto the windshield. The image is projected through the HUD lens on top of the instrument panel. The information appears as an image focused out toward the front of the vehicle.

Caution
If you try to use the HUD image as a parking aid, you may misjudge the distance and damage your vehicle. Do not use the HUD image as a parking aid.

The HUD information can be displayed in various languages in some vehicles. The speedometer reading and other numerical values
can be displayed in either English or metric units.

The language selection is changed through the radio and the units of measurement are changed through the instrument cluster.

HUD Display on the Vehicle Windshield

The HUD may display some of the following vehicle information and vehicle messages or alerts:

• Speed
• Tachometer
• Audio
• Phone
• Navigation
• Collision Alert
• Cruise Control
• Lane Keep Assist
• Low Fuel

Some vehicle messages or alerts displayed in the HUD may be cleared by using the steering wheel controls.

The HUD control is to the left of the steering wheel To adjust the HUD image:

1. Adjust the driver seat.
2. Start the engine.
   Use the following settings to adjust the HUD.

(Image Adjustment): Press down or lift to centre the HUD image. The HUD image can only be adjusted up and down, not side to side.
INFO(Display View): Press to select the display view. Each press will change the display view.
(Image Brightness) : Lift up and hold to brighten the display. Press down and hold to dim the display. Hold down to turn the display off.

The HUD image will automatically dim and brighten to compensate for outside lighting. The HUD brightness control can also be adjusted as needed.

The HUD image can temporarily light up depending on the angle and position of the sunlight on the HUD display. This is normal.

Polarized sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see.

HUD Views
There are four views in the HUD. Some vehicle information and vehicle messages or alerts may be displayed in any view.

Speed View: This display gives the speedometer reading (in English or metric units), speed limit, Adaptive Cruise Control speed, Lane Departure Warning, and Vehicle Ahead indicator. Some information

Audio/Phone View: This displays the speed view along with audio/ phone information. The current radio station, media type, and incoming calls will be displayed.

All HUD views may briefly display audio information when the driver uses the steering wheel controls to adjust the audio settings appearing in the instrument cluster.

Incoming phone calls appearing in the instrument cluster may also display in any HUD view.

Navigation View: This display includes the information in the speed view along with Turn-by-Turn Navigation information in some vehicles. When navigation routing is not active “No Route Active” is displayed.

Navigation Turn-by-Turn Alerts shown in the instrument cluster may also be displayed in any HUD view.

Performance View: This displays the speedometer reading, rpm reading, transmission positions, and gear shift indicator.

Care of the HUD
Clean the inside of the windshield to remove any dirt or film that could reduce the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image.

Clean the HUD lens with a soft cloth sprayed with glass cleaner. Wipe the lens gently, then dry it.

HUD Troubleshooting
Check that:

• Nothing is covering the HUD lens.
• HUD brightness setting is not too dim or too bright.
• HUD is adjusted to the proper height.
• Polarized sunglasses are not worn.
• Windshield and HUD lens are clean.

If the HUD image is not correct, contact your dealer. The windshield is part of the HUD system. If the windshield needs replacing, 

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 be displayed one after the other.

The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by pressing SEL. 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.

The following are some of the vehicle messages that may be displayed depending on the vehicle content.

BATTERY VOLTAGE AND CHARGING MESSAGES

BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE
This message is displayed when the vehicle has detected that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable point. The battery saver the system starts reducing features of the vehicle that may be noticed. At the point that features are disabled, this message displays. Turn off unnecessary accessories to allow the battery to recharge.

LOW BATTERY
This message is displayed when the battery voltage is low. 

SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM
This message is displayed when there is a fault in the battery charging system. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.

TRANSPORT MODE ON
This message is displayed when the vehicle is in transport mode. Some features can be disabled while in this mode, including Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), remote start, and the vehicle alarm system. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service to turn the transport mode off

BRAKE SYSTEM MESSAGES

BRAKE FLUID LOW
This message is displayed when the brake fluid level is low. 

BRAKES OVERHEATED
This message is displayed when the brakes are becoming overheated. This may be seen when driving on hills. Shift to a lower gear.

STEP ON THE BRAKE TO RELEASE PARK BRAKE
This message is displayed if you attempt to release the Electric Parking Brake without the brake pedal applied.

RELEASE PARKING BRAKE
This message is displayed if the Electric Parking Brake is on while the vehicle is in motion. 

SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST
This message may be displayed when there is a problem with the brake boost assist system. The brake boost assist motor may be heard and brake pedal pulsation may be felt. This is normal under these conditions. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.

SERVICE PARKING BRAKE
This message is displayed when there is a problem with the parking brake. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.

COMPASS MESSAGES CAL
This message is displayed when the compass needs to be calibrated. 

Dashes will be displayed if the compass needs service. See your dealer for service.

CRUISE CONTROL MESSAGES

ADAPTIVE CRUISE SET TO XXX
This message is displayed when the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) speed is set. 

ADAPTIVE CRUISE TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE
This message is displayed when attempting to activate Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) when it is temporarily unavailable. The ACC system does not need service.
This can occur under the following conditions:

• The radar is not clean. Keep the radar sensors free of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. Clean the entire front and/or rear of the vehicle. 
• Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the radar object detection or camera performance.

CRUISE SET TO XXX
This message displays when the cruise control speed is set. 

NO CRUISE BRAKING GAS PEDAL APPLIED
This message displays when Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is active and the driver is pressing the gas pedal. When this occurs, ACC will not brake. 

SERVICE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
This message is displayed when the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) needs service. Take the vehicle to your dealer.

SHIFT TO PARK BEFORE EXITING
This message may display if Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is engaged in holding the vehicle at a stop, and the driver attempts to exit the vehicle. Put the vehicle in P (Park) before exiting.

DOOR AJAR MESSAGES

DOOR OPEN
A door open symbol will be displayed on the DIC showing which door is open. If the vehicle has been shifted out of P (Park), a DOOR OPEN message will also be displayed. Close the door completely.

HOOD OPEN
This message will display along with a hood open symbol when the hood is open. Close the hood completely.

TRUNK OPEN
This message will display along with a symbol when the trunk is open.
Close the trunk completely.

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM MESSAGES

A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH ENGINE TEMP
This message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature. To avoid added strain on a hot engine, the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off. When the coolant temperature returns to normal, the air conditioning compressor turns back on. The vehicle can continue to be driven.

If this message continues to appear, have the system repaired by your dealer as soon as possible to avoid damage to the engine.

COOLANT LEVEL LOW ADD
COOLANT
This message will display if the coolant is low.

ENGINE OVERHEATED — IDLE ENGINE
This message is displayed when the engine coolant temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down.

ENGINE OVERHEATED — STOP THE ENGINE
This message displays a continuous chime sound if the engine the cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures for operation. Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so to avoid severe damage. This message clears when the engine has cooled to a safe operating temperature.

ENGINE OIL MESSAGES

CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
This message is displayed when the engine oil needs to be changed. When you change the engine oil, be sure to reset the oil life system. 

ENGINE OIL HOT, IDLE ENGINE
This message displays when the engine oil temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down

ENGINE OIL LOW — ADD OIL
On some vehicles, this message displays when the engine oil level may be too low. Check the oil level before filling to the recommended level. If the oil is not low and this message remains on, take the vehicle to your dealer for service.

OIL PRESSURE LOW —TURN VEHICLE OFF
This message displays if low oil pressure levels occur. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate it until the cause of the low oil pressure has been corrected. Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced by your dealer.

ENGINE POWER MESSAGES

ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
This message is displayed when the vehicle’s engine power is reduced. Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle’s ability to accelerate. If the message is on, but there is no reduction in performance, proceed to your destination. The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while the message is on, but the maximum acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime this message stays on or displays repeatedly, the vehicle should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible

FUEL SYSTEM MESSAGES

FUEL LEVEL LOW
This message is displayed when the vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as soon as possible.

KEY AND LOCK MESSAGES

NO REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED PLACE THE KEY IN THE TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN START YOUR VEHICLE
This message displays when trying to start the vehicle if an RKE transmitter is not detected. The transmitter the battery may be weak. 

NO REMOTE DETECTED
This message is displayed when the transmitter battery may be weak.

NO REMOTE-DETECTED PRESS BRAKE TO RESTART
This message is displayed when attempting to turn off the vehicle and the RKE transmitter is no longer detected. Restarting is allowed without the RKE transmitter for five minutes. Press the brake pedal and ENGINE START/STOP to restart the vehicle.

NUMBER OF KEYS PROGRAMMED
This message is displayed when programming new keys to the vehicle.

REMOTE LEFT IN VEHICLE
This message displays when leaving the vehicle with the RKE transmitter still inside.

REPLACE BATTERY IN THE REMOTE KEY
This message is displayed when the battery in the RKE transmitter needs to be replaced.

LAMP MESSAGES

AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ON/OFF
This message is displayed when the automatic light control has been turned on or off. 

XX TURN INDICATOR FAILURE
When one of the turn signals is out, this message displays to show which bulb needs to be replaced. 

TURN SIGNAL ON
This message is displayed if the turn signal has been left on. Turn off the turn signal.

OBJECT DETECTION SYSTEM MESSAGES

24 GHz RADARS OFF
This message is displayed when driving in certain areas where there may be radar interference. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Forward Collision Alert (FCA), and Forward Automatic Braking (FAB) may not work or may not work as well. The vehicle does not need service.

AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP OFF
This message displays when the Front Automatic Braking (FAB) System has been turned off. See Front Automatic Braking (FAB) System.

AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP REDUCED
If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), this message displays when the Front Automatic Braking (FAB) System has been set to the Alert setting. This setting disables FAB functions but if the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC), some last-second automatic braking capability is still provided, though less likely to occur. See Front Automatic Braking (FAB) System.

AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP UNAVAILABLE
This message displays when the Front Automatic Braking (FAB) System has been unavailable for some time. The FAB System does not need service. This message can be displayed under the following conditions:

• The front of the vehicle or windshield is not clean. Keep these areas clean and free of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. For cleaning instructions, see Exterior Care 
• Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the object detection performance.
  This message may also be displayed if there is a problem with the StabiliTrak system.

FORWARD COLLISION ALERT OFF
This message is displayed when the Forward Collision Alert has been turned off.

FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED CLEAN WINDSHIELD
This message is displayed when the camera is blocked. The Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB), Forward Collision Alert (FCA), Forward Automatic Braking (FAB), Lane Keep Assist (LKA), and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) features will not operate. Cleaning the outside of the windshield behind the rearview mirror may correct the issue.

LANE CHANGE ALERT OFF
This message indicates that the driver has turned the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) and Lane Change Alert (LCA) systems off.

LANE-KEEPING ASSIST UNAVAILABLE
This message displays when the Lane Keep Assist (LKA) and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) systems are temporarily unavailable. The LKA system does not need service.

This message could be due to the camera being blocked. Clean the outside of the windshield behind the rearview mirror.

REAR AUTO BRAKE/PARK ASSIST OFF
This message is displayed when the Parking Assist system has been turned off or when there is a temporary condition causing the system to be disabled.

REAR AUTO BRAKE AND PARK ASSIST UNAVAILABLE
This message is displayed when attempting to activate the parking and backing features of the Driver Assistance System when they are temporarily unavailable. The system does not need service.
This can occur under the following conditions:

• The radar is not clean. Keep the radar sensors free of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. Clean the entire front and/or rear of the vehicle. 
• Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the radar object detection or camera performance.

SERVICE FORWARD COLLISION SYSTEM
If this message displays, take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the system. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Forward Collision Alert (FCA), and/or Forward Automatic Braking (FAB) may not work. Do not use these systems until the vehicle has been repaired.

SERVICE DRIVER ASSIST SYSTEM
If this message displays, take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the system.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Forward Collision Alert (FCA), Forward Automatic Braking (FAB), Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing, Lane Keep Assist (LKA), and/or Lane Departure Warning (LDW) may not work. Do not use these systems until the vehicle has been repaired.

SERVICE FRONT CAMERA
If this message remains on after continued driving, the vehicle needs service. Take the vehicle to your dealer. Do not use the Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB), Forward Collision Alert (FCA), Forward Automatic Braking (FAB), Lane Keep Assist (LKA), and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) features.

SERVICE PARK ASSIST
This message displays if there is a problem with the Parking Assist system. Do not use this system to help you park. See your dealer for service.

SERVICE REAR AUTO BRAKE AND PARK ASSIST
This message displays if there is a problem with the parking and backing features of the Driver Assistance System. Do not use this system to help park or back the vehicle. See your dealer for service.

SERVICE SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM
If this message remains on after continued driving, the vehicle needs service. Take the vehicle to your dealer. Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA), Lane Change Alert (LCA), and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) features will not work.

SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM IS UNAVAILABLE
This message indicates that Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA), Lane Change Alert (LCA), and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) are disabled either because the sensor is blocked and cannot detect vehicles in the blind zone, or the vehicle is passing through an open area, such as the desert, where there is insufficient data for operation. This message may also activate during heavy rain or due to road spray. The vehicle does not need service. 

TAKE STEERING
If LKA does not detect an active driver steering, an alert, and a chime may be provided. Move the steering wheel to dismiss. 

RIDE CONTROL SYSTEM MESSAGES

SERVICE ALL-WHEEL DRIVE
This message displays when there is a problem with the AWD system.
This message could be set by several issues, such as:

• A vehicle or an AWD system electronics problem.
• Various vehicle electrical issues.
• Worn out or overheated AWD clutch plates.
• Loss of fluids.

Some of these issues may require the service of the AWD system.
If this message appears, stop when it is safe to do so and turn off the ignition for 30 seconds. Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display. If the message does not appear, it is not necessary to take the vehicle to your dealer.

SERVICE STABILITRAK
This message displays if there is a problem with the StabiliTrak system.

SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL
This message displays if there is a problem with the Traction Control System (TCS). 

TRACTION CONTROL OFF
This message is displayed when the Traction Control System (TCS) has been turned off. 

TRACTION CONTROL ON
This message is displayed when the Traction Control System (TCS) has been turned on. 

AIRBAG SYSTEM MESSAGES

SERVICE AIRBAG
This message displays if there is a problem with the airbag system. See your dealer for service.

SAFETY BELT MESSAGES

AUTOMATIC SEATBELT TIGHTENING UNAVAILABLE
This message is displayed when the Automatic Safety Belt Tightening system if equipped, becomes unavailable. This could be caused by a temporary condition. If the message continues to display, see your dealer.

SERVICE AUTOMATIC SEATBELT TIGHTENING SYSTEM
If this message displays, take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the Automatic Safety Belt Tightening system.

SECURITY MESSAGES

THEFT ATTEMPTED
This message displays if the vehicle detects a tamper condition.

SERVICE VEHICLE MESSAGES

SERVICE POWER STEERING
This message displays a chime may sound when there may be a problem with the power steering system. If this message displays a reduction in steering performance or loss of power steering assistance is noticed, see your dealer.

SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
This message is displayed if there is a problem with the vehicle. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.

STEERING SYSTEM MESSAGES

ACTION REQUIRED TURN STEERING WHEEL START VEHICLE AGAIN
This message indicates that the steering column lock device was unable to unlock the column, and the engine did not start. If this happens, immediately turn the steering wheel from side to side. If that does not unlock the steering column, turn the ignition off, and then open the driver’s door. Then turn the vehicle back on and turn the steering wheel from side to side for about 15 seconds. The steering column must be turned to each side immediately after pressing ENGINE START/STOP to help the steering column lock device unlock the column. In some situations, it may take significant force. This situation may be avoided by straightening the front wheels before turning off the engine.

SERVICE ACTIVE STEERING
SYSTEM
This message displays when the Active Rear Steer system does not
respond correctly to steering inputs.

The rear wheels may remain at an off-centre position and the driver may need to apply a small steering wheel correction for the vehicle
going forward. If the problem persists for the next ignition cycle, see your dealer for service.

SERVICE STEERING COLUMN LOCK
This message displays when a problem with the steering column lock device has been detected. See your dealer for service.

STEERING COLUMN LOCKED
This message displays when the steering column is locked with the engine running. It is normal for the steering column to be locked during a remote start. The steering column should unlock after the brake pedal and ENGINE START/STOP are pressed.

STARTING THE VEHICLE MESSAGES

PRESS THE BRAKE TO START
This message is displayed when attempting to start the vehicle without first pressing the brake pedal.

SERVICE KEYLESS START SYSTEM
This message is displayed if there is a problem with the pushbutton start system. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.

TIRE MESSAGES

SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM
This message displays if there is a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). 

TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
This message is displayed when the system is learning new tyres. 

TYRE PRESSURE LOW ADD AIR TO TiRE
This message is displayed when the pressure in one or more of the tyres is low.

This message also displays LEFT FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate the location of the low tyre.

The low tyre pressure warning light will also come on. 

If a tyre pressure message appears on the DIC, stop as soon as possible. Inflate the tires by adding air until the tire pressure is equal to the values shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. 

More than one tyre pressure message can appear at a time. The DIC also shows the tyre pressure values. 

TRANSMISSION MESSAGES

SERVICE TRANSMISSION
This message displays if there is a problem with the transmission.

SHIFT DENIED
This message is displayed when using Manual Mode and attempting to shift to a gear not appropriate for the vehicle speed and engine revolutions per minute (rpm). 

SHIFT TO PARK
This message is displayed when the transmission needs to be shifted to P (Park). This may appear when turning the ignition off if the vehicle is not in P (Park).

TRANSMISSION HOT — IDLE ENGINE
This message displays and a chime sounds if the transmission fluid in the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the transmission fluid temperature high can cause damage to the vehicle. Stop the vehicle and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool. This message clears when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level.

VEHICLE REMINDER MESSAGES

ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE
This message is displayed when ice conditions are possible.

VEHICLE SPEED MESSAGES

SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED
This message is displayed when the vehicle speed is greater than the set speed. 

WASHER FLUID MESSAGES

WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID
This message may be displayed when the washer fluid level is low. Fill the windshield washer reservoir as soon as possible.

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
To access the personalization menu:

1. Press SETTINGS on the Home page on the infotainment
   system display.
2. Press the desired feature to display a list of available options.
3. Press to select the desired feature setting.
4. Press the
   Back screen button to return to the previous menu.

Personalization Menus
The following list of menu items may be available:

• Time and Date
• Driving Mode
• Language (Language)
• Valet Mode
• Radio
•  Vehicle
• Bluetooth
• Apple CarPlay
• Android Auto
• Voice
• Display
• Return to Factory Settings
• Software Information

Each menu is detailed in the following information.

Time and Date
Manually set the time and date. 

Driving Mode
Press and the following may display:

• Engine Sound Management
• Steering
• Suspension

Engine Sound Management
This allows the Engine Sound Management setting to be changed. Select Auto (Mode Selector), Stealth, Tour, Sport, or Track.

Steering
This allows the Steering setting to be changed. Select Auto (Mode Selector), Tour, Sport, or Track.

Suspension
This allows the Suspension setting to be changed. Select Auto (Mode Selector), Tour, Sport, or Track.

Language (Language)
Select Language, then select from the available language(s).
The selected language will be displayed on the system, and voice recognition will reflect the selected language.

Valet Mode 
This will lock the infotainment system and steering wheel controls. It may also limit access to vehicle storage locations.
To enable valet mode:

1. Enter a four-digit code on the keypad.
2. Select Enter to go to the confirmation screen.
3. Re-enter the four-digit code.

Press LOCK or UNLOCK to lock or unlock the system. Press Back to go back to the previous menu.

Radio
Press to display the Radio menu and the following may display:

• Manage Favorites
• Number of Favorites Shown
• Auto Volume
• Audible Touch Feedback
• Bose Audio Pilot
• Maximum Startup Volume

Manage Favorites
This allows favourites to be edited. See “Manage Favorites” in
“Settings” under “Radio” in the infotainment manual.

Number of Favorites Shown
Press to set the number of favourites to display.

Select the desired number or select Auto and the infotainment system will automatically adjust the number of favourites shown.

Auto Volume
This feature adjusts the volume
based on the vehicle speed.
Select Off, Low, Medium-Low,
Medium, Medium-High, or High.

Audible Touch Feedback
This allows Audible Touch Feedback is to be turned on or off.
Select Off or On.

Bose Audio Pilot
This feature adjusts the volume based on the noise in the vehicle. See “Bose AudioPilot Noise Compensation Technology” under “Infotainment System Settings” in the infotainment manual.
Select Off or On.

Maximum 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. To set the maximum startup volume, press + or − to increase or decrease.

Vehicle
Select and the following may display:

• Climate and Air Quality
• Collision/Detection Systems
• Comfort and Convenience
• Lighting
• Power Door Locks
• Remote Lock, Unlock, Start

Climate and Air Quality
Select the following May display:

• Auto Fan Max Speed
• Air Quality Sensor
• Auto Heated Seats
• Auto Defog
• Auto Rear Defog

Auto Fan Max Speed
This feature will set the maximum auto fan speed.
Select Low, Medium, or High.

Air Quality Sensor
This allows for the selection of air quality sensor operation at high or low sensitivity.
Select Off, Low Sensitivity, or High Sensitivity.

Auto Heated Seats
When enabled, this feature will automatically activate the heated seats at the level required by the interior temperature. The auto-heated seats can be turned off by using the heated seat buttons on the centre stack. 
Select Off or On.

Auto Defog
When set to On, the front defog will automatically react to temperature and humidity conditions that may cause fogging.
Select Off or On.

Auto Rear Defog
If equipped, this feature will
automatically turn on the rear defog.
Select Off or On.

Collision/Detection Systems
Select the Collision/Detection The systems menu and the following may display:

• Alert Type
• Auto Collision Preparation
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert
• Go Notifier
• Lane Change Alert

Alert Type
This feature will set crash alerts to beeps or seat vibrations. This setting affects all crash alerts including:

• Forward Collision
• Lane Keep Assist
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Parking Assist
• Backing Warning

Select Beeps or Safety Alert Seat.

Auto Collision Preparation
This feature will turn on or off the Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and Front Automatic Braking (FAB). The Off-setting disables all FCA and FAB functions. With the Alert and Brake settings, both FCA and FAB are available. The Alert setting disables FAB, but some last-second automatic braking capability is still provided, though less likely to occur.
Select Off, Alert and Brake, or Alert.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert
This allows the Rear Cross Traffic Alert feature to be turned on or off.
Select Off or On.

Go Notifier
This feature will give a reminder from Adaptive Cruise Control when it has brought the vehicle to a complete stop behind another stopping vehicle, and then that vehicle drives on. 
Select Off or On.

Lane Change Alert
The LCA system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding lane-change crashes. 
Select Off or On.

Comfort and Convenience
Select and the following may display:

• Auto Memory Recall
• Easy Exit Options
• Chime Volume
• Reverse Tilt Mirror
• Rainsense Wipers

Auto Memory Recall
This feature automatically recalls the current driver’s previously stored 1 or 2 button positions when entering the vehicle. 
Select Off or On.

Easy Exit Options
This feature automatically recalls the current driver’s previously stored B(Exit) button position when exiting the vehicle. 
Select Off or On.

Chime Volume
This allows the selection of the chime volume level. Touch + or − to adjust the volume.

Reverse Tilt Mirror
This allows the feature to be turned on or off.
Select Off, On – Driver and Passenger, On – Driver, or On -Passenger.

Rainsense Wipers
This allows the feature to be turned on or off.
Select Off or On.

Lighting
Select and the following may display:

• Vehicle Locator Lights
• Exit Lighting

Vehicle Locator Lights
This feature will flash the exterior lamps and allow some of the exterior lamps and most of the interior lamps to turn on briefly when

 on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the transmitter is pressed to locate the vehicle.
Select Off or On.

Exit Lighting
This allows the selection of how long the exterior lamps stay on when leaving the vehicle when it is dark outside.
Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds, or 120 Seconds.

Power Door Locks
Select and the following may display:

• Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout
• Auto Door Unlock
• Delayed Door Lock

Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout
When on, this feature will keep the driver door from locking when the door is open. If Off is selected, the A delayed Door Lock menu will be available.
Select Off or On.

Auto Door Unlock
This allows the selection of which of the doors will automatically unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door.

Delayed Door Lock
When on, this feature will delay the locking of the doors. To override the delay, press the power door lock switch on the door.
Select Off or On.

Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
Select and the following may display:

• Remote Unlock Light Feedback
• Remote Lock Feedback
• Remote Door Unlock
• Remote Start Auto Cool Seats
• Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
• Remote Window Operation
• Passive Door Unlock
• Passive Door Lock
• Remote Left in Vehicle Alert

Remote Unlock Light Feedback
When on, the exterior lamps will flash when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Select Off or Flash Lights.

Remote Lock Feedback
This allows the selection of what type of feedback is given when locking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights Only, or Horn Only.

Remote Door Unlock
This allows the selection of which doors will unlock when pressing

on the RKE transmitter.
Select All Doors or Driver Door.

Remote Start Auto Cool Seats
If equipped and turned on, this feature will turn on the ventilated seats when using remote start on warm days.
Select Off or On.

Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
If equipped and turned on, this feature will turn on the heated seats when using remote start on cold days. 
Select Off or On.

Remote Window Operation
This allows the window to be opened when pressing

on the RKE transmitter. 
Select Off or On.

Passive Door Unlock
This allows the selection of what doors will unlock when using the button on the driver’s door to unlock the vehicle.
Select All Doors or Driver Door.

Passive Door Lock
This allows passive locking to be turned on or off and selects feedback. Select Off, On with Horn Chirp, or On.

Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
This feature sounds an alert when the RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle.
Select Off or On.

Bluetooth
Select and the following may display:

• Pair New Device
• Device Management
• Ringtones
• Voice Mail Numbers
• Text Message Alerts

Pair New Device
Select to pair a new device. See “Pairing” in “Infotainment Controls” under “Bluetooth” in the infotainment manual.

Device Management
Select to connect to a different
phone source, disconnect a phone,
or delete a phone.

Ringtones
Press to change the ringtone for the specific phone. The phone does not need to be connected to change the ringtone.

Voice Mail Numbers
This feature displays the voicemail number for all connected phones. To change the voicemail number, select EDIT or press the EDIT button. Type a new number, then select SAVE or press the SAVE button.

Text Message Alerts
This feature allows text messages to be received. See “Text Messaging” under “Phone” in the infotainment manual.
Select Off or On.

Apple CarPlay™
Select and the following may display:

• Apple CarPlay
• Manage Apple CarPlay Devices

Apple CarPlay
This feature allows Apple devices to be connected to the infotainment system through a USB port.
Select Off or On.

Manage Apple CarPlay Devices
Select to manage Apple devices. Apple CarPlay must be on for this feature to be accessed.

Android Auto
Select the following May display:

• Android Auto
• Manage Android Auto Devices

Android Auto
This feature allows Android devices to be connected to the infotainment system through a USB port.
Select Off or On.

Manage Android Auto Devices
Select to manage Android devices. Android Auto must be on for this feature to be accessed.

Voice
Select the following May display:

• Confidence Threshold
• Prompt Length
• Audio Feedback Speed
• Display “What Can I Say?” Tips

Confidence Threshold
This feature allows the adjustment of the sensitivity of the speech recognition system.
Select Confirm More or Confirm Less.

Prompt Length
This feature adjusts the voice prompt length.
Select Short or Long.

Audio Feedback Speed
This feature adjusts the audio feedback speed.
Select Slow, Medium, or Fast.

Display “What Can I Say?” Tips
This feature gives voice command tips.
Select Off or On.

Display
Select and the following may display:

• Mode
• Proximity Sensing
• Calibrate Touchscreen
• Turn Display Off

Mode
Select to change the display screen for day or night driving.
Select Auto, Day, or Night.

Proximity Sensing
When on, certain screen buttons and features will become visible when a hand approaches the screen.
Select Off, On, or On – Map Only.

Calibrate Touchscreen
Select to calibrate the touchscreen, then follow the prompts.

Turn Display Off
Select to turn the display off. Press anywhere on the display area or any faceplate button to turn the display on.

Return to Factory Settings
Select and the following may display:

• Restore Vehicle Settings
• Clear All Private Data
• Restore Radio Settings

Restore Vehicle Settings
This allows the selection of restoring vehicle settings.
Select Restore or Cancel.

Clear All Private Data
This allows the selection to clear all private information from the vehicle.
Select Delete or Cancel.

Restore Radio Settings
This allows selection to restore radio settings.
Select Restore or Cancel.

Software Information
Select to view the infotainment system’s current software information.

FAQs

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