Instrument Cluster: 2018 Cadillac XTS Dashboard Guide
The 2018 Cadillac XTS instrument cluster, which skillfully combines functionality with an elegant design, is the epitome of automotive technology. The instrument cluster, the center of attention in the driver’s cockpit, is an easy-to-use interface that offers cutting-edge display features and crucial information for a driving experience that is unmatched. In summary, the Cadillac XTS 2018 instrument cluster is a technological marvel that transforms the way drivers interact with their cars; it is much more than just a dashboard. The instrument cluster, with its combination of highly customizable features, cutting-edge driver-assistance capabilities, and an aesthetically stunning design, is a testament to Cadillac’s commitment to innovation and luxury in every aspect of its automobiles.
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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.
Enhanced Configuration
The Enhanced configuration has three interactive display zones.
Configuration (V Sport Only)
The Performance configuration has two 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
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).
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.
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 
and 
steering wheel controls. When FAV Primary is selected, pressing and will go to the next or previous favorite, and pressing and holding and will seek. When SEEK Primary is selected, pressing C and B will seek, and pressing and holding and will go to the next or previous favorite.
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
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). On the base cluster, if the vehicle has 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’s in the warning area.
Fuel Gauge
Uplevel Balanced Configuration
Base Level
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
Metric Base Level
English Base Level
Metric Uplevel Balanced Configuration
English Uplevel Balanced Configuration
FAQs
The instrument cluster includes a sizable [insert size in inches] high-resolution display.
Absolutely, drivers can completely customize the instrument cluster to prioritize and tailor information to their own preferences.
To keep drivers aware of the state of the road, the instrument cluster does indeed incorporate real-time traffic data.
A number of driver assistance features, including lane departure warnings and other advanced safety alerts, are integrated into the instrument cluster.
The instrument cluster does indeed support smartphone connectivity, making it possible to seamlessly integrate entertainment and hands-free communication.
The instrument cluster’s eye catching graphics and simple user interface add to the overall opulence and sophistication of the car’s interior.
It is true that the instrument cluster has the ability to give priority to navigational data, including turn-by-turn directions for increased convenience.
A number of vehicle performance indicators, such as tire pressure, engine health, and fuel efficiency, are shown on the instrument cluster.
It is true that the instrument cluster has a night mode that improves visibility and lowers glare for a safer driving experience.
Absolutely, drivers can effortlessly manage audio and entertainment settings through the instrument cluster, guaranteeing a smooth multimedia encounter.
To improve driver awareness and safety, the instrument cluster functions as a hub for intelligent vehicle systems, sending out alerts and warnings.
To keep drivers informed about planned maintenance needs, the instrument cluster does indeed have notifications and maintenance reminders.
Absolutely, drivers can personalize the look of the instrument cluster by selecting from a variety of display themes.
The instrument cluster makes use of cutting- edge display technology to guarantee excellent resolution and information clarity for simple reading.
The instrument cluster is made with ergonomic layouts and user-friendly interfaces to reduce driver distraction and encourage safer driving practices.
Useful Links
View Full PDF: 2018 Cadillac XTS Owner’s Manual|Auto User Guide
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