Instrument Cluster: 2018 Cadillac CT6 Dashboard Features
The advanced instrument panel in the 2018 Cadillac CT6 is a great example of the cutting-edge technology that went into making its dashboard. This carefully thought-out cluster is the main part of the driver’s interface, combining usefulness and style in a way that works well. With a high-resolution digital display, drivers can see important car data in great detail, such as speed, fuel level, navigation instructions, and performance metrics. The simple interface makes it easy to make changes, so drivers can easily find and use the info that is most important to them in any given situation. The instrument panel is not only useful, but it also looks and feels high-end, with smooth graphics and beautiful animations that make driving more enjoyable. The instrument panel of the 2018 Cadillac CT6 shows how committed Cadillac is to innovation and refinement in car design, whether you’re driving in the city or on a long trip.
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Instrument Cluster (Base Level)
English Standard Theme Shown, Metric Similar
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 to access the cluster applications. Use y or z to scroll through the list of available applications. Not all applications will be available on all vehicles.
- Info App. This is where the selected Driver Information Center (DIC) displays can be viewed.
- Audio
- Phone
- Navigation
- Options
Audio
Press SEL to select the Audio app, then press T to enter the Audio menu. In the Audio menu browse for music, select from the favorites,
or change the audio source. Use y or z to change the station or go to the next or previous track.
Phone
Press SEL to select the Phone app, then press T to enter the Phone menu. In the Phone menu, if there is no active phone call, view recent calls, or scroll through contacts. If there is an active call, mute the phone or switch to handset operation.
Navigation
Press SEL to select the Navigation app, then press T to enter the Navigation menu. If there is no active route, you can resume the last route and turn the voice prompts on/off.
If there is an active route, press SEL to cancel or resume route guidance or turn the voice prompts on or off.
Options
Press SEL to select the Options app, then press T to enter the Options
menu. Use y or z to scroll through the items.
Units: Press T while Units is displayed to enter the Units menu. Choose US or Metric by pressing SEL while the desired item is highlighted. A checkmark will be displayed next to the selected item.
Display Themes: There are two instrument cluster display configurations to choose from: Standard and Technology.
Info Pages: Press T while Info Pages is displayed to enter the Info Pages menu and select the items to be displayed in the Info app.
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 T when the Speed Warning is displayed. Press SEL when Enabled is highlighted. To set the speed, press T when Set Speed is highlighted. 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.
Software Information: Displays open-source software information.
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel)
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English PLUG-IN Balanced Cluster Shown, Metric Similar
The PLUG-IN instrument cluster displays a preview of information that includes electric range, charging, odometer, and battery status. This happens upon entry when the driver’s door is opened before starting the vehicle. This preview will be dismissed after starting the vehicle or soon after closing the driver’s door.
Several screens may display depending on the current charging status.
The CHARGING OVERRIDE/ INTERRUPTION OCCURRED message may display to indicate that a charging override or interruption has occurred due to one or more of the following events
- Override of the charge settings by the owner.
- Unintended interruption of AC power at the vehicle’s charge port.
Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster
The 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.
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.
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 Units menu. Choose U.S. 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 cluster. See “Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster” earlier in this section.
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.
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 Warning is displayed. Press y or z 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.
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 y 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’s 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).
For vehicles with the Stop/Start system, when the ignition is on, 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, 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 in the warning area.
Battery Gauge (High Voltage)
This gauge shows the high voltage battery charge level. The arrow next to the battery symbol points to the side of the vehicle the charge port is on. See Plug-In Charging (PLUG-IN Only) 0 292.
Fuel Gauge
Base Level Standard Theme
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.
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Power Indicator Gauge (PLUG-IN Only)
The power gauge shows the vehicle’s total power consumption coming from the engine and/or battery. When the power indicator is green, battery power is being regenerated. The blue area indicates power provided by the engine and/or battery. The yellow area shows high power usage. Operating the vehicle closer to the zero power position both during acceleration and braking will result in higher efficiency.
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge (Base Level Cluster Only)
Metric Standard Theme
English Standard Theme
The engine oil pressure gauge shows the engine oil pressure in kPa (kilopascals) or psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Oil pressure can vary with engine speed, outside temperature, and oil viscosity. On some models, the oil pump will vary engine oil pressure according to engine needs. Oil pressure may change quickly as the engine speed or load varies. This is normal. If the oil pressure warning light or Driver Information Center (DIC) message indicates oil pressure outside the normal operating range, check the vehicle’s oil as soon as possible.
Caution
Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Check the oil level as soon as possible. Add oil if required, but if the oil level is within the operating range and the oil pressure is still low, have the vehicle serviced. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Base Level Metric Standard Theme
Base Level English Standard Theme
Uplevel Metric Balanced Configuration
Uplevel English Balanced Configuration
This gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle’s engine coolant. 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.
Voltmeter Gauge (Base Level Cluster Only)
When the ignition is on, this gauge indicates the battery voltage. When the engine is running, this gauge shows the condition of the charging system. The gauge can transition from a higher to lower or a lower to higher reading. This is normal. If the vehicle is operating outside the normal operating range, the charging system light comes on.
Readings outside the normal operating range can also occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling for an extended period. This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at the engine idle. As engine speeds are increased, this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power. The vehicle can only be driven for a short time with the readings outside the normal operating range. If the vehicle must be driven, turn off all accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner, and unplug all chargers and accessories.
Readings outside the normal operating range indicate a possible problem in the electrical system. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible.
FAQs
The instrument cluster in the 2018 Cadillac CT6 boasts a fully digital display, providing customizable information to the driver.
The 2018 Cadillac CT6 instrument cluster comprises a single high-resolution display screen.
Yes, drivers can personalize the information displayed on the instrument cluster according to their preferences.
The instrument cluster can show various data such as speed, navigation instructions, vehicle diagnostics, and media information.
Yes, the high-resolution display of the instrument cluster ensures clear visibility of all information, enhancing readability.
Yes, the instrument cluster integrates with the vehicle’s driver assistance systems, providing relevant alerts and information.
Yes, drivers can adjust the brightness of the instrument cluster display to suit different lighting conditions.
The instrument cluster enhances the driving experience by presenting crucial information clearly and intuitively.
The instrument cluster is designed to minimize glare, ensuring optimal visibility for the driver.
Yes, the instrument cluster supports voice commands, allowing drivers to access various features without taking their hands off the wheel.
Yes, drivers can choose from different display themes for the instrument cluster, catering to individual preferences.
Yes, the instrument cluster may include advanced features such as a heads-up display and adaptive information presentation.
By providing essential information directly within the driver’s line of sight, the instrument cluster contributes to safer driving practices.
Yes, the instrument cluster can integrate with the vehicle’s navigation system to display real-time traffic updates and route guidance.
Yes, the interface of the instrument cluster is designed to be user-friendly, allowing drivers to access information and settings with ease.
Useful Link:
View full PDF: 2018 Cadillac CT6 Owner’s Manual | Auto User Guide
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