2024 Cadillac CT5 Instrument Cluster | How to use
In the 2024 Cadillac CT5, the instrument panel looks classy and futuristic, combining cutting-edge technology with easy-to-use features. The instrument cluster is a work of art that was made to improve the driver’s experience. It gives you a lot of information at a look. With amazing clarity and accuracy, the high-resolution display shows important driving information like speed, fuel level, and navigation directions. It’s easy to switch between the different features thanks to an easy-to-use interface that can be managed by voice commands or buttons on the steering wheel. The instrument cluster is adjustable, so drivers can change the display to suit their needs. This makes the driving experience more personal and easy to use. The 2024 Cadillac CT5 instrument cluster sets a new standard for modern automotive technology with its innovative design and focus on the user. It combines usefulness and aesthetics in a way that makes the driving experience truly immersive.
2024 Cadillac CT5 Specs, Price, Features, Mileage and Review
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel)
- Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 110 or Driver Information Center (DIC)(Uplevel)
- Fuel Gauge
- Speedometer
- Tachometer
Cluster Menu
There is an interactive display area in the center of the instrument cluster. Use the right steering wheel control to open and scroll through the different items and displays.
Press S or T to access the cluster applications. Use the thumbwheel to scroll y or z through the list of available features. Press the thumbwheel to select. Not all applications will be available on all vehicles.
- Info Tiles Selection/Trip Computer/ Maintenance/Driver Assistance: The selected Driver Information Center (DIC) displays can be viewed. See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level)
0 110 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) - Performance
- Audio
- Navigation
- Phone
- Options
- Simplify
Performance
If equipped, press the thumbwheel to enter the Performance menu. Scroll through the available items.
Performance Timer: Press the thumbwheel to enter the setup menu. Use the thumbwheel to scroll to select the desired speed segment, then press the thumbwheel to enter the submenu. Use the thumbwheel to confirm the speed segment selection or to reset the best time for that segment. On the next acceleration, the performance timer will record the time. Pressing the thumbwheel while the timer is running will cancel the timer if done before reaching the end of the segment.
Lap Timer (without PDR): Press the thumbwheel when Lap Timer is displayed to start, stop, or reset the lap timer. Press the thumbwheel while the Lap Timer page is active to start the timer. If the lap timer is active, pressing the thumbwheel will stop the current lap timer and start a new lap. Pressing the thumbwheel within 10 seconds after completing the last lap (Stop Lap Timer option is displayed), the Lap Timer stops. Press the thumbwheel after the lap timer is stopped to reset the timer, or to view the lap history. A maximum of 16 laps can be stored.
Lap Timer (with PDR): The lap times recorded with the PDR system will automatically be displayed in this window. This only happens if a track has been selected in the PDR system and a video recording is started. See Performance Data Recorder (PDR) 0 158.
Friction Bubble: A four-quadrant visual display, indicative of the four corners of the car, with a “bubble” showing where the most inertia is being exerted on the vehicle.
Launch Control: If equipped, the Launch Control display allows the driver to adjust the parameters of the Launch Control System. See Track Events and Competitive Driving (V-Series and V-Series Blackwing)
Audio
Browse for music, select from favorites, or change the audio source. Use the thumbwheel to change the station or go to the next or previous track.
Navigation
If there is an active route, press the thumbwheel to cancel or resume route guidance, or turn the voice prompts on or off.
Phone
View recent calls or scroll through contacts when you are not on an active call. Mute the phone or switch to handset operation if you are on an active call.
Options
Use the thumbwheel to scroll through items in the Options menu.
Display Themes
Press the thumbwheel to enter the Display menu. There are four instrument cluster display configurations to choose from. Sport, Tour, Stealth, and Track (if equipped). The style of the cluster will change depending on the theme selected.
The default is linked to Driver Mode. Other display themes can be set.
If in My Mode then those displays plus HUD (if equipped) can be set. My Mode is only selectable when in Link to Driver mode.
Stealth Mode is enabled when the Instrument Panel Illumination Control is set to the minimum level. See Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 127.
- Sport: Displays Coolant Temperature, Fuel Gauge, Fuel Range, Compass, Driver Mode Control Light, Odometer, Speed, Tachometer, Electronic Transmission Range, Current Gear, Speed Limit, Info Area, Interaction Area, and Cruise Control (if engaged).
- Tour: Displays Fuel Gauge, Fuel Range, Compass, Driver Mode Control Light, Odometer, Speed, Tachometer, Electronic Transmission Range, Current Gear, Peak Performance, Speed Limit, Info Area, Interaction Area, and Cruise Control (if engaged).
- Stealth: Displays Fuel Gauge, Digital Speed, and Tachometer.
- Track: If equipped, displays Coolant Temperature, Fuel Gauge, Driver Mode Control Light, Speed, Tachometer, Electronic Transmission Range, Current Gear, Info Area, and Interactive Area.
Preset info tiles are shown on each layout:
Sport: Time and Temperature, Oil Temperature, Tire Status, Oil Pressure
Track: Oil Pressure, Transmission Fluid Temperature, Tire Status, Oil Temperature
Tour: Time and Temperature
Stealth: None
Speed Warning
The Speed Warning display allows the driver to set a speed that they do not want to exceed. To set the Speed Warning, press the thumbwheel when the Speed Warning is displayed, or press the thumbwheel on the main view to set the speed value. Scroll to adjust the value. Press the thumbwheel to set the speed. Once the speed is set, this feature can be turned off by pressing the thumbwheel while viewing this page. If the selected speed limit is exceeded, a pop-up warning is displayed with a chime.
Speed Sign
Shows sign information, which comes from a roadway database in the onboard navigation if equipped.
Units
Press the thumbwheel while Units is displayed to enter the Units menu. Choose US or metric units by pressing the thumbwheel while the desired item is highlighted. A selected mark will be displayed next to the selected item.
Tachometer
If equipped, the Tachometer allows the driver to choose between the traditional tachometer (linear gauge) or the numerical tachometer (shift lights with numerical Tachometer RPM) when the Track theme is selected.
Tire Pressure
If the tire pressure readings need to be recalibrated at any time, this option initiates the Tire Pressure Relearn function. The selection of relearn opens a pop-up when the thumbwheel is pressed for five seconds.
Head-Up Display (HUD) Rotation
Press the thumbwheel while Adjust Rotation is highlighted to enter Adjust Mode. Scroll to adjust the angle of the HUD display. Press the thumbwheel to confirm and save the setting. See Head-Up Display (HUD)
Traction & Stability
If equipped, displays the status of the Traction (TSC) and Stability (ESC) control systems. To turn the Traction Control System (TCS) on or off, choose Traction.
If equipped, to turn StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) on or off, choose Stability. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
Software Licenses
Press the thumbwheel while Software Licenses is highlighted to display open-source software information.
Reset To Defaults
Allows the driver to reset to default settings.
Simplify
Press the thumbwheel to enter the Simplify menu. Simplify Mode allows certain features of the instrument cluster to be hidden. These features include info tiles and interactive areas. Using the thumbwheel S or T, except to acknowledge an alert, will exit Simplify Mode. The selected features will stay hidden even after starting and restarting the vehicle unless Simplify Mode is manually canceled.
Speedometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph).
Odometer
The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles.
Trip Odometer
The trip odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset. The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 110 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
Tachometer
The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). For vehicles with the Stop/Start system, when the ignition is on, the tachometer indicates the vehicle status. When pointing to AUTO STOP (Base Level) or the cluster displays AUTO STOP text (Uplevel), the engine is off but the vehicle is on and can move. The engine could auto-start at any time. When the indicator points to OFF, the vehicle is off. The tachometer may vary by several hundred rpm, during Auto Stop mode, when the engine is shutting off and restarting.
Uplevel
The redline of the tachometer adjusts dynamically based on engine temperature. The line displays a lower indication when the vehicle’s odometer value is less than 805 kilometers (500 miles). If equipped, the shift indicators are displayed on the instrument cluster and Head-Up Display (HUD). The shift indicators are only operational when the automatic transmission is in Manual mode, or the vehicle has a manual transmission. See Manual Mode 0 221. When the vehicle engine is less than 70°C (158°F) and the vehicle odometer value is less than 805 kilometers (500 miles) the shift indications are not displayed. A strong visual indicator is displayed as the vehicle approaches the red line. Tour and Sport themes feature shift rings while the Track theme features shift lights accompanied by a numerical tachometer display.
Fuel Gauge
Base Level
Metric Uplevel Sport Mode Shown, Other Modes Similar
English Uplevel Sport Mode Shown, Other Modes Similar
When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge indicates the approximate amount of fuel left in the tank. There is an arrow near the fuel gauge pointing to the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. When the indicator is empty, the low fuel light comes on. There still is a little fuel left, but the vehicle should be refueled soon. The fuel gauge may:
- Take a little more, or less fuel to fill up than it indicates. For example, the gauge may have indicated the tank is half full, but it takes a little more or less than half the tank’s capacity to fill the tank.
- Move a little while turning a corner, speeding up, or braking.
- Take a few seconds to stabilize after the ignition is turned on and goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off.
These are normal conditions, none of which indicate a problem with the fuel gauge.
Fuel Range
The uplevel instrument cluster has an estimated fuel range located at the bottom center of the display. The fuel range is displayed with the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven without refueling. 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. When the estimated fuel range is low, the range shows LOW and a message may also be displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC).
FAQs
The instrument cluster of the 2024 Cadillac CT5 typically displays essential vehicle information such as speed, fuel level, engine temperature, and various warning indicators.
The level of customization might vary, but many modern cars, including the CT5, often allow users to personalize the layout and choose which information is displayed on the instrument cluster.
The brightness of the instrument cluster in the 2024 Cadillac CT5 is usually adjustable through the vehicle settings menu, often accessible through the infotainment system.
Some models of the 2024 Cadillac CT5 may offer navigation information directly on the instrument cluster, showing turn-by-turn directions and other relevant details.
Yes, the instrument cluster often integrates information from various driver assistance systems, displaying alerts, status, or warnings related to features like lane departure warnings, adaptive cruise control, and collision alerts.
The method for cycling through display modes can vary, but it’s typically done using buttons on the steering wheel or through the infotainment system.
Some versions of the 2024 Cadillac CT5 might allow drivers to view performance metrics such as horsepower, torque, and acceleration times on the instrument cluster.
Depending on the trim level and options chosen, the 2024 CT5 might offer a heads-up display, projecting important information onto the windshield.
The instrument cluster uses a combination of symbols, lights, and text messages to communicate various vehicle statuses, alerts, and warnings.
In some cases, the instrument cluster might integrate with the vehicle’s voice recognition system, allowing users to control certain functions through voice commands.
Yes, the instrument cluster often includes options to reset trip counters, view fuel efficiency statistics, and customize trip-related information.
Some instrument clusters have a maintenance or service section that provides information about upcoming maintenance needs, oil change reminders, and other service-related details.
The instrument cluster may include real-time fuel efficiency displays and eco-driving indicators to help drivers optimize their driving habits for better fuel economy.
Yes, the instrument cluster settings often allow users to switch between different units of measurement, accommodating preferences or regional standards.
Some vehicles, including the 2024 Cadillac CT5, may offer a night mode or dark theme for the instrument cluster, reducing glare and enhancing visibility during nighttime driving.
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