Indicator lights: Cadillac XTS 2019 Instrument Cluster Guide
Adding warning signs and symbols to the Cadillac XTS 2019 Cluster Guide is an important way to make sure drivers are safe and keep the car in good shape. These symbols are meant to give the driver clear and instant warnings about a wide range of important things, from possible mechanical problems to safety hazards. Each symbol is carefully made to send a clear message, often through intuitive color codes and visual hints. By quickly recognizing and understanding these symbols, drivers can take the right steps, like getting help right away or fixing problems at their source, which improves safety and the life of their vehicles. The Cadillac XTS 2019 Cluster Guide has a lot of warning symbols that give drivers the information they need to safely and easily navigate their journeys. These symbols let drivers know about things like low tire pressure, engine problems, and system failures that are about to happen.
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Instrument Cluster
English Base Level Shown, Metric Similar
English Uplevel Balanced Shown, Metric Similar
Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster
The uplevel cluster display layout can be changed.
The Balanced configuration has three interactive display zones: one in the center of each of the gauges.
The Enhanced configuration has three interactive display zones.
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 S.
Cluster Application Displays
The cluster can display information regarding Navigation, Audio, and Phone. On the base cluster, a speedometer can also be displayed in the center zone.
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 English 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) 0 139.
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 C and B steering wheel controls. When FAV Primary is selected, pressing C and B will go to the next or previous favorite, and pressing and holding C and B will seek. When SEEK Primary is selected, pressing C and B will seek, and pressing and holding C and B will go to the next or previous favorite.
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.
Speed Warning: Press SEL while Speed Warning is highlighted to enter the Speed Warning menu. Press y or z to adjust the value. Press SEL to set the speed.
Once the speed is set, this feature can be turned off by pressing SEL while viewing this page. If the selected speed limit is exceeded, a pop-up warning is displayed with a chime.
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. Pressy or z to adjust the angle of the HUD display. Press S or T 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).
Open Source Software: Press SEL while Open Source Software is highlighted to display open source software information.
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).
Tachometer
The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).
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 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 is 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 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
English
This gauge indicates a 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. The 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
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.
Seat Belt Reminders
Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light
There is a driver seat belt reminder light on the instrument cluster.
When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind the driver to fasten their seat belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle may continue several times if the driver remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving.
If the driver seat belt is buckled, neither the light nor the chime comes on.
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Front Passenger Seat Belt Reminder Light
The vehicle may have a front passenger seat belt reminder light near the passenger airbag status indicator.When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind passengers to fasten their seat belts.
Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle continues several times if the front passenger remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving.
If the front passenger seat belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on.
The front passenger seat belt reminder light and chime may come on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device. To turn off the reminder light and/or chime, remove the object from the seat or buckle the seat belt.
Airbag Readiness Light
problem with the airbag system. It is located in the instrument cluster. The system check includes the airbag sensor(s), the passenger sensing system, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring, and the crash sensing and diagnostic module.
The airbag readiness light comes on for several seconds when the vehicle is started. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed immediately.
Warning
If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it means the airbag system might not be working properly. The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the vehicle serviced right away.
If there is a problem with the airbag system, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message may also come on.
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System 0 82 for important safety information. The passenger airbag status indicator is in the overhead console.
When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds as a system check. Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF or the on or off symbol, to let you know the status of the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag.
If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag are allowed to inflate.
If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag.
If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service.
Warning
If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 129 for more information, including important safety information.
Charging System Light
On some vehicles, the charging system light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show the light is working. It should go out when the engine is started. For vehicles with a reconfigurable cluster, this light may not come on when the ignition is turned on.
If the light stays on or comes on while driving, there may be a problem with the electrical charging system.
Have it checked by your dealer. Driving while this light is on could drain the battery.
When this light comes on or is flashing, the Driver Information Center (DIC) also displays a message.
If a short distance must be driven with the light on, be sure to turn off all accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner.
FAQs
The red exclamation mark typically indicates a critical issue such as low brake fluid level, brake system malfunction, or other serious problems that require immediate attention.
The lightbulb symbol indicates a malfunction or failure in the vehicle’s lighting system, such as a burned-out bulb or an electrical issue.
The engine temperature warning symbol illuminates when the engine is overheating, signaling a potential coolant system issue or other problems with the engine’s cooling mechanism.
This symbol typically indicates a power steering system malfunction or failure, which could compromise the vehicle’s steering control and safety.
The tire pressure warning symbol illuminates when the tire pressure in one or more tires is below the recommended level, signaling the need for inflation or a potential puncture.
The engine oil pressure warning symbol alerts the driver to low oil pressure, which could lead to engine damage if not addressed promptly.
The battery warning symbol indicates a malfunction or failure in the vehicle’s charging system, which could result in a dead battery and loss of electrical power.
This symbol typically indicates a problem with the vehicle’s traction control system, signaling reduced traction and potentially hazardous driving conditions.
The airbag warning symbol illuminates when there is a malfunction or fault detected in the vehicle’s airbag system, signaling potential safety risks in the event of a collision.
This symbol typically indicates a problem with the vehicle’s security system, such as a faulty key fob or an attempted theft.
The ABS warning symbol illuminates when there is a malfunction or failure in the vehicle’s anti-lock braking system, signaling potential issues with braking performance and safety.
This symbol typically indicates a low fuel level, reminding the driver to refuel the vehicle soon to avoid running out of gas.
This symbol typically indicates an issue with the vehicle’s immobilizer system, preventing the engine from starting or the vehicle from being operated.
This symbol serves as a reminder for occupants to fasten their seatbelts, promoting safety and compliance with seatbelt laws.
This symbol typically indicates a low windshield washer fluid level, reminding the driver to refill the reservoir for clear visibility while driving.
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