Cluster Guide: 2017 Cadillac CTS Dashboard Instructions
With the 2017 Cadillac CTS, you’ve arrived at the pinnacle of elegance and refinement, where every drive is a flawless fusion of modern technology and classic style. Your journey begins as soon as you take the wheel of the CTS dashboard, which is a finely designed cockpit in addition to the road. Experience a symphony of high-tech features and simple controls; each button and display demonstrates Cadillac’s dedication to both style and functionality. The 2017 CTS’s dashboard doubles as a command center in addition to a control center, giving you a smooth interface to help you drive ahead of the curve in style and accuracy. The CTS dashboard is a work of automotive engineering art, combining brilliant digital displays with a tactile feel to every knob and switch. It invites you to experience a driving environment that deftly combines comfort, convenience, and an undeniable sense of opulence. Come explore the subtleties of the 2017 Cadillac CTS dashboard, where innovation and refinement collide with every mile driven.
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Instrument Cluster
English Base Cluster with Auto Stop Shown, V-Series, V-Sport, and Metric Similar 
English Uplevel Balanced Cluster Shown, V-Series, V-Sport, and Metric Similar Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster
The cluster display layout can be changed. 
Balanced Configuration
The Balanced configuration has three interactive display zones: one in the center of each of the gauges. 
Enhanced Configuration
The Enhanced configuration has three interactive display zones. 
Performance Configuration (CTS- Series and V-Sport Only
The Performance configuration has two interactive display zones. Use the five-way control on the right side of the steering wheel to move between the different display zones and scroll through the different displays. To change the cluster configuration:
- Find the Options page in one of the interactive display zones on the cluster.
- Press SEL to enter the Options menu.
- Scroll down to highlight Display Layout. Then press SEL to select it.
- Each layout in the menu is represented by a small preview image of the display layout. Scroll up or down and highlight the selection. Press SEL to select the desired cluster configuration.
- Exit the Display Layout menu by pressing
Cluster Application Displays
The cluster can display information regarding Navigation, Audio, and Phone
Navigation
If there is no active route, a compass will be displayed. If there is an active route, press SEL to end route guidance or turn the voice prompts on or off.
Audio
While the Audio application page is displayed, press SEL to enter the Audio menu. In the Audio menu, search for music, select from favorites, or change the audio source.
Phone
While the Phone application page is displayed, press SEL to enter the Phone menu. In the Phone menu, if there is no active phone call, view recent calls, select from favorites, or scroll through contacts. If there is an active call, mute the phone or switch to handset operation.
Cluster Options Menu
To enter the cluster Options menu:
- Use the five-way control on the right side of the steering wheel to find the Options page in one of the interactive display zones on the cluster.
- Press SEL on the center of the five-way control to enter the Options menu.
Units: Press SEL while Units is highlighted to enter the Unit menu. Choose US or metric units by pressing SEL while the desired item is highlighted. A checkmark will be displayed next to the selected item.
Info Pages: Press SEL while Info Pages are highlighted to select the items to be displayed in the DIC info displays. See Driver Information Center (DIC)
Display Layout: Press SEL while Display Layout is highlighted to change the configuration of the uplevel cluster. See “Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster” earlier in this section.
Head-up Display (HUD) Rotation
This feature allows for adjusting the angle of the HUD image. Press
SEL on the steering wheel controls while the Head-up Display Rotation is highlighted to enter Adjust Mode. Press to adjust the angle of the HUD display. Press to highlight OK, then press SEL to save the setting. Cancel can also be selected to cancel the setting. The vehicle must be in P (Park).
Fav Button Options: Press SEL while Fav Button Options is highlighted to select between FAV Primary and SEEK Primary. This selection allows for the configuration of the steering wheel controls. When FAV Primary is selected, pressing will go to the next or previous favorite pressing holding will seek. When SEEK Primary is selected, pressing will seek pressing holding will go to the next or previous favorite.
Display Layout: Press SEL while Display Layout is highlighted to change the configuration of the cluster. See “Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster” earlier in this section.
Head-up Display (HUD) Rotation: This feature allows for adjusting the angle of the HUD image. Press SEL on the steering wheel controls while the Head-up Display Rotation is highlighted to enter Adjust Mode. Press to adjust the angle of the HUD display. Press to highlights OK, then press SEL to save the setting. Cancel can also be selected to cancel the setting. The vehicle must be in P (Park).
Fav Button Options: Press SEL while Fav Button Options is highlighted to select between FAV Primary and SEE Primary. This selection allows for the configuration of the
steering wheel controls. When FAV Primary is selected, pressing will go to the next or previous favorite pressing holding will seek. When SEEK Primary is selected, pressing and seek and pressing
holding will go to the next or previous favorite.
Open Source Software: Press SEL while Open Source Software is highlighted to display open source software information.
Speedometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle’s The speedometer shows the vehicle’s (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).
Tachometer
The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). On the base cluster, if the vehicle has the Stop/Start system when the ignition is in ON/RUN, the tachometer indicates the vehicle status. When pointing to AUTO STOP, 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. When the engine is on, the tachometer will indicate the engine’s revolutions per minute (rpm). The tachometer may vary by several hundred rpm’s, during Auto Stop mode, when the engine is shutting off and restarting. A slight bump may be felt when the transmission is determining the most fuel-efficient operating range.
Caution
If the engine is operated with the rpm’s in the warning area at the high end of the tachometer, the vehicle could be damaged, and the damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not operate the engine with the rpm’s in the warning area.
Fuel Gauge
Base Level
Uplevel Balanced Configuration
When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge indicates about how much fuel is 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 nears empty, the low fuel light comes on. There still is a little fuel left, but the vehicle should be refueled soon. Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge:
- At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full.
- It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated. For example, the gauge may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank’s capacity to fill the tank.
- The gauge moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up.
- The gauge takes a few seconds to stabilize after the ignition is turned on, and goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off.
Boost Gauge (Performance Configuration Only)
Metric 6.2 engine (LT4) shown, 3.6L engine (LF3) similar 
English 6.2 engine (LT4) shown, 3.6L engine (LF3) similar
This gauge indicates boost under heavier throttle. It displays the air pressure level in the intake manifold before it enters the engine’s combustion chamber. The gauge is automatically centered at zero every time the engine is started. Actual boost is displayed from this zero point. Changes in ambient pressure, such as driving in mountains and changing weather, will slightly change the zero reading.
Engine Oil Temperature Gauge (Performance Configuration Only) 
Metric
English
This gauge shows the engine oil temperature. If the gauge pointer moves into the high end, it means that the engine oil has overheated. If the vehicle has been operated under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 
Metric Base Level 
English Base Level 
Metric Uplevel Balanced Configuration
This gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle’s engine. While driving under normal operating conditions, if the needle moves into the red area, the engine is too hot. Pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible. 
English Uplevel Balanced Configuration
This gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle’s engine. While driving under normal operating conditions, if the needle moves into the red area, the engine is too hot. Pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
FAQs
Find the brightness control knob, which is usually located close to the headlight switch, to change the brightness of the 2017 Cadillac CTS dashboard display.
Yes, you can use the configurable display options available through the instrument cluster menu to alter the information displayed on the 2017 Cadillac CTS dashboard.
To identify and resolve any possible problems, it is advised that the car be examined by a trained mechanic if the check engine light illuminates.
Press and hold the reset button on the instrument cluster until the display goes back to zero in order to reset the trip odometer.
When the tire pressure drops below the advised levels, the TPMS warning system notifies you. Verify and correct tire pressure as necessary.
You can get maintenance reminders by going to the dashboard settings menu. To view or reset reminders, go to the maintenance section.
The fuel gauge, which indicates the amount of fuel in the tank of the car right now, is usually found in the instrument cluster.
The low battery indicator on your key fob signifies that it needs to be changed soon to maintain optimal operation.
The Cadillac CTS 2017 has Bluetooth connectivity, so you can pair your smartphone with it to make hands-free calls and stream music.
Use the steering wheel’s designated cruise control buttons to turn on cruise control. After selecting the preferred speed, click the “Set” button.
Useful Links
View Full PDF: 2017 Cadillac CTS Owner’s Manual| Auto User Guide
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