Cadillac CT5 2023 Controls User Guide
The Cadillac CT5 2023 is a luxury sedan that features advanced controls to enhance the driver’s experience. The controls are designed to be intuitive and user-friendly, with features that allow drivers to customize their driving experience and stay connected while on the road. One of the main features of the CT5 2023 is the 10-inch infotainment touchscreen, which serves as the command center for various vehicle functions. The touchscreen provides easy access to features such as audio, climate control, and navigation, and can also be used to adjust vehicle settings. The CT5 2023 also features a customizable digital driver display that shows important vehicle information, such as speed, fuel level, and range. This display can be personalized to the driver’s preferences and can also show turn-by-turn directions when using the vehicle’s navigation system. Additionally, the CT5 2023 offers a range of controls on the steering wheel, including audio controls, voice command controls, and cruise control. These controls allow drivers to keep their hands on the wheel while making adjustments to the vehicle’s settings or accessing important features. Overall, the Cadillac CT5 2023 controls are designed to provide an intuitive and seamless experience for drivers, enabling them to stay connected and in control while driving.
Controls
Steering Wheel Adjustment
To adjust the steering wheel:
- Pull the lever down.
- Move the steering wheel up or down.
- Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you.
- Pull the lever up to lock the wheel in place.
Power Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel
If equipped, the control is on the left side of the steering column.
- Push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down.
- Push the control forward or rearward to move the steering wheel toward the front or rear of the vehicle.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. To set the power tilt wheel memory position, see Memory Seats 0 38.
Heated Steering Wheel
- If equipped, press to turn it on or off.
An indicator light next to the button displays when the feature is turned on.
The steering wheel takes about three minutes to start heating. If equipped with a remote start heated steering wheel, the heated steering wheel and indicator will turn on automatically. If equipped with auto-heated seats, the heated steering wheel will turn on along with the heated seats when it is cold outside. The heated steering wheel indicator light may not come on. See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 40.
Horn
Press the steering wheel pad to sound the horn.
Windshield Wiper/Washer
With the ignition on or in ACC/ACCESSORY, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed.
HI: Use for fast wipes
LO: Use for slow wipes
INT: Move the windshield wiper lever to
INT. Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
OFF: Use to turn the wipers off.
1X : For a single wipe, briefly move the wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down.
- Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the windshield wipers. The wipers will continue until the lever is released or the maximum wash time is reached. When the windshield wiper lever is released additional wipes may occur depending on how long the windshield washer had been activated. See Washer
Fluid 0 277 for information on filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
Warning
In freezing weather, do not use the washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise, the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.
Warning
Before driving the vehicle, always clear snow and ice from the hood, windshield, washer nozzles, roof, and rear of the vehicle, including all lamps and windows. Reduced visibility from snow and ice buildup could lead to a crash.
Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades and windshield before using them. If frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. Damaged blades should be replaced. See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 281. Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor. See Electrical System Overload 0 283.
Wiper Parking
If the ignition is turned off while the wipers are on LO, HI, or INT, they will immediately stop.
If the windshield wiper lever is then moved to OFF before the driver door is opened or within 10 minutes, the wipers will restart and move to the base of the windshield. If the ignition is turned off while the wipers are performing wipes due to windshield washing, the wipers continue to run until they reach the base of the windshield.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
The rear window wiper/washer controls are on the end of the windshield wiper lever.
Turn the controls to adjust the setting.
OFF : Turns the wiper off.
INT : Turns on the rear wiper with a delay between wipes.
ON : Turns on the rear wiper.
- Push the windshield wiper lever forward to spray washer fluid on the rear window. The wipers will clear the rear window and either stop or return to your preset speed. For more washer cycles, press and hold the lever.
The rear window wiper/washer will not operate if the liftgate is open or ajar. If the liftgate is opened while the rear wiper is on, the wiper returns to the parked position and stops.
Rear Wiper Arm Assembly Protection
When using an automatic car wash, move the rear wiper control to OFF to disable the rear wiper. In some vehicles, if the transmission is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is very slow, the rear wiper will automatically park. The wiper operations return to normal when the transmission is no longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle speed has increased.
Reverse Gear Wipes
If the rear wiper control is off, the rear wiper will automatically operate continuously when the vehicle is in R (Reverse) and the front windshield wiper is performing low or high-speed wipes. If the rear wiper control is off, the vehicle is in R (Reverse), and the front windshield wiper is performing interval wipes, then the rear wiper automatically performs interval wipes. This feature can be turned on or off. Go to Settings > Vehicle > Comfort and Convenience > Reverse Gear Wipes > Select ON or OFF. The windshield washer reservoir is used for the windshield and the rear window. Check the fluid level in the reservoir if either washer is not working. See Washer Fluid 0 277.
Rear Camera Washer
If equipped, push the windshield wiper lever forward to spray washer fluid on the rear camera lens. The lever returns to its starting position when released. See Rear Camera Mirror 0 28.
Compass
The vehicle may have a compass display on the Driver Information Center (DIC). The compass receives its heading and other information from the Global Positioning System (GPS) antenna, StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and vehicle speed information. The compass system is designed to operate for a certain number of miles or degrees of turn before needing a signal from the GPS satellites. When the compass display shows CAL, drive the vehicle for a short distance in an open area where it can receive a GPS signal. The compass system will automatically determine when a GPS signal is restored and provide a heading again.
Clock
Set the time and date using the infotainment system. See “Time/Date” under Settings 0 170.
Power Outlets
Power Outlets 12 Volt Direct Current
The vehicle has two 12-volt outlets that can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
The power outlets are located:
- On the center stack below the climate controls.
- In the rear cargo area.
Lift the cover to access the outlet and replace it when not in use.
Warning
Power is always supplied to the rear cargo power outlet. Do not leave electrical equipment plugged in when the vehicle is not in use because the vehicle could catch fire and cause injury or death.
Caution
Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an extended period of time while the ignition is off will drain the battery. Always unplug electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum 15 amp rating.
Certain accessory plugs may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could overload vehicle and adapter fuses. If a problem is experienced, see your dealer. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 259.
Caution
Hanging heavy equipment from the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. The power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only, such as cell phone charge cords.
Power Outlet 110V/120V Alternating Current
If equipped with this power outlet it can be used to plug in electrical equipment that uses a maximum limit of 150 watts.
The power outlet is on the rear of the center console.
An indicator light on the outlet turns on to show it is in use. The light comes on when the ignition is on, equipment requiring less than 150 watts is plugged into the outlet, and no system fault is detected. The indicator light does not come on when the ignition is off or if the equipment is not fully seated in the outlet. If equipment is connected using more than 150 watts or a system fault is detected, a protection circuit shuts off the power supply and the indicator light turns off. To reset the circuit, unplug the item and plug it back in or turn the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) off and then back on. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 208. The power restarts when equipment using 150 watts or less is plugged into the outlet and a system fault is not detected.
The power outlet is not designed for and may not work properly if the following are plugged in:
- Equipment with high initial peak wattages, such as compressor-driven refrigerators and electric power tools
- Other equipment requiring an extremely stable power supply, such as microcomputer-controlled electric blankets and touch-sensor lamps
- Medical equipment
Wireless Charging
If equipped and enabled, the vehicle has wireless charging in the storage bin at the front of the floor console. The system operates at 145 kHz and wirelessly charges one Qi-compatible smartphone. The power output of the system is capable of charging at a rate up to 3 amp (15 W), as requested by the compatible smartphone. See Radio Frequency Statement 0 359 or Radio Frequency Statement 0 359.
Warning
Wireless charging may affect the operation of an implanted pacemaker or other medical devices. If you have one, it is recommended to consult with your doctor before using the wireless charging system. The vehicle must be on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active. The wireless charging feature may not correctly indicate charging when the vehicle is in RAP, during a Bluetooth phone call, or when phone projection (e.g. Apple CarPlay / Android Auto) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 208. The operating temperature is −40 °C (−40 °F) to 85 °C (185 °F) for the charging system and 0 °C (32 °F) to 35 °C (95 °F) for the phone.
A charging stopped alert may be displayed on the infotainment screen if the wireless charger or smartphone are outside of normal operating temperature. Charging will automatically resume when a normal operating temperature is reached.
Warning
Remove all objects from the charger before charging your compatible smartphone. Objects, such as coins, keys, rings, paper clips, or cards, between the smartphone and charger may become very hot.
On the rare occasion that the charging system does not detect an object, and the object gets wedged between the smartphone and charger, remove the smartphone and allow the object to cool before removing it from the charger, to prevent burns.
To charge a compatible smartphone:
- Confirm the smartphone is capable of wireless charging.
- Remove all objects from the charging pad. The system may not charge if there are any objects between the smartphone and the charger.
- Place the smartphone face up against the rear of the charger.
To maximize the charge rate, ensure the smartphone is fully seated and centered in the holder with nothing under it. A thick smartphone case may prevent the charger from working or reduce the charging performance. See your dealer for additional information. - A green ] will appear on the infotainment display, next to the phone icon. This indicates that the smartphone is detected.
- If a smartphone is placed on the charger and ] turns off or turns yellow, remove the smartphone and any objects from the pad. Turn the smartphone 180 degrees and wait a few seconds before placing/aligning it on the pad again.
- If a smartphone is placed on the charger and ] turns red, the charger and/or the smartphone is overheated. Remove the smartphone and any objects from the charger in order to cool the system.
The smartphone may become warm during charging. This is normal. In warmer temperatures, the speed of charging may be reduced.
For vehicles with wireless phone projection, the smartphone may overheat during wireless charging. The smartphone may slow down, stop charging, or shut down to protect the battery. The phone may need to be removed from its case to prevent overheating. The ] may flash while the phone is cooling down enough for wireless charging to automatically resume. This is normal. Individual phone performance may vary.
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Q&A
- What are the controls in the Cadillac CT5 2023?
The Cadillac CT5 2023 comes equipped with advanced controls that enhance the driver’s experience. The controls include a large 10-inch infotainment touchscreen, customizable digital driver display, and a range of controls on the steering wheel. - What is the purpose of the infotainment touchscreen in the CT5 2023?
The infotainment touchscreen provides access to features such as audio, climate control, and navigation, and can also be used to adjust vehicle settings. - What is the size of the infotainment touchscreen in the CT5 2023?
The infotainment touchscreen in the CT5 2023 is a large 10-inch display. - What information is displayed on the customizable digital driver display in the CT5 2023?
The customizable digital driver display shows important vehicle information such as speed, fuel level, and range, and can also show turn-by-turn directions when using the vehicle’s navigation system. - Can the digital driver display be personalized in the CT5 2023?
Yes, the digital driver display can be personalized to the driver’s preferences. - What are the controls on the steering wheel in the CT5 2023?
The controls on the steering wheel include audio controls, voice command controls, and cruise control. - How do the controls on the steering wheel benefit the driver?
The controls on the steering wheel allow drivers to keep their hands on the wheel while making adjustments to the vehicle’s settings or accessing important features. - What features are accessible through the infotainment touchscreen in the CT5 2023?
The infotainment touchscreen provides access to features such as audio, climate control, and navigation, and can also be used to adjust vehicle settings. - What is the purpose of the customizable drive mode function in the CT5 2023?
The customizable drive mode function allows drivers to adjust the vehicle’s performance and handling to suit their preferences. - What voice command controls are available in the CT5 2023?
The voice command controls in the CT5 2023 allow drivers to access various features of the vehicle, including the audio system and navigation. - Can the infotainment touchscreen be used to adjust the climate control in the CT5 2023?
Yes, the infotainment touchscreen can be used to adjust the climate control in the CT5 2023. - What is the purpose of the cruise control in the CT5 2023?
The cruise control in the CT5 2023 allows drivers to maintain a constant speed without having to keep their foot on the accelerator. - Can the audio system be controlled from the steering wheel in the CT5 2023?
Yes, the audio system can be controlled from the steering wheel in the CT5 2023. - What is the purpose of the voice command controls in the CT5 2023?
The voice command controls in the CT5 2023 allow drivers to access various features of the vehicle without having to take their hands off the wheel. - Overall, what is the purpose of the Cadillac CT5 2023 controls?
The Cadillac CT5 2023 controls are designed to provide a seamless and intuitive experience for drivers, allowing them to stay connected and in control while on the road.
Useful Links
View Full User Guide: Cadillac CT5 2023 User Guide
Download Manuals: https://www.cadillac.com/support/vehicle/manuals-guides