Instrument Cluster Guide: Cadillac XT5 2019 Display Features
The 2019 Cadillac XT5 has a lot of great display features, especially in its instrument panel, which raises the bar for ease of use and information accessibility. The instrument panel is the center of attention inside the car. It shows important information in a way that is easy to understand and interesting to look at. The Cadillac XT5’s high-resolution display makes the pictures clear and sharp, so they can be read in a variety of lighting situations. The instrument cluster has a digital display that can do many things. It shows important data like the speed of the car, navigation directions, audio settings, and safety alerts. The display can be changed so that the most important information is shown first for each driver. This makes driving easier and safer. On top of that, the Cadillac XT5’s instrument cluster works perfectly with other car systems, making it easy to handle and control different functions from the driver’s seat. Overall, the 2019 Cadillac XT5 instrument cluster’s display features are a great mix of new technology and user-centered design. They provide a sophisticated yet easy-to-use layout that makes driving more enjoyable.
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Instrument Cluster (Base Level Cluster)
English Base Cluster Shown, Metric Similar
Cluster Application Displays
The cluster has three interactive display zones.
Use the five-way control on the right steering wheel control to move between the different display zones and scroll through the different displays.
The left and right zones display Driver Information Center (DIC) information. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 140.
The center zone displays application information for navigation, audio, phone, or options. A speedometer can also be displayed in this 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.
Options
Press SEL while the Options application page is displayed to enter the Options menu.
Units: Press SEL while Units is highlighted to enter the Units 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 information displays. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 140.
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.
Open Source Software: Press SEL while Open Source Software is highlighted to display open source software information
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel Cluster)
English Uplevel Cluster 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. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 140.
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 items in the Options menu.
Units: Press T while Units is displayed to enter the Units 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.
Display Themes: There are three instrument cluster display configurations to choose from: Standard, Technology, and Media.
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. Cancer can also be selected to cancel the setting. The vehicle must be in P (Park).
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. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 140.
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 kilometres per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph).
Odometer
The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometres 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.
Fuel Gauge
Base Level
Uplevel
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.
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge (Uplevel Cluster)
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
Metric Base Level
English Base Level
Metric Uplevel
English Uplevel
This gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle’s engine. While driving under normal operating conditions, if the needle moves into the shaded area, the engine is too hot. Pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
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Voltmeter Gauge (Uplevel Cluster)
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. See Charging System Light 0 132.
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.
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.
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. For more information on the airbag system.
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 58 for important safety information. The overhead console has a passenger airbag status indicator.
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 either the on or off symbol, to let you know the status of the front outboard passenger frontal 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 is allowed to inflate.
If the word OFF, or the off symbol, is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal 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 0 131 for more information, including important safety information.
Charging System Light
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.
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.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
This light is part of the vehicle’s emission control onboard diagnostic system. If this light is on while the engine is running, a malfunction has been detected and the vehicle may require service. The light should come on to show that it is working when the ignition is in Service Mode.
Malfunctions are often indicated by the system before any problem is noticeable. Being aware of the light and seeking service promptly when it comes on may prevent damage.
Caution
If the vehicle is driven continually with this light on, the emission control system may not work as well, the fuel economy may be lower, and the vehicle may not run smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Caution
Modifications to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system, or the use of replacement tires that do not meet the original tire specifications, can cause this light to come on. This could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. This could also affect the vehicle’s ability to pass an Emissions Inspection/Maintenance test. See Accessories and Modifications 0 258.
If the light is flashing:
A malfunction has been detected that could damage the emission control system and increase vehicle emissions. Diagnosis and service may be required.
To help prevent damage, reduce vehicle speed and avoid hard accelerations and uphill grades. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as possible.
If the light continues to flash, find a safe place to park. Turn the vehicle off and wait at least 10 seconds before restarting the engine. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous guidelines and see your dealer for service as soon as possible.
If the light is on steady: A malfunction has been detected. Diagnosis and service may be required.
Check the following:
- If fuel has been added to the vehicle using the capless fuel funnel adapter, make sure that it has been removed. See “Filling the Tank with a Portable Gas Can” under Filling the Tank 0 243. The diagnostic system can detect if the adapter has been left installed in the vehicle, allowing fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the adapter removed may turn off the light.
- Poor fuel quality can cause inefficient engine operation and poor driveability, which may go away once the engine is warmed up. If this occurs, change the fuel brand. It may require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. See Recommended Fuel (2.0L L4 Engine) 0 242 or Recommended Fuel (3.6L V6 Engine).
If the light remains on, see your dealer.
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
If the vehicle requires an Emissions Inspection/Maintenance test, the test equipment will likely connect to the vehicle’s Data Link Connector (DLC).
The DLC is under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Connecting devices that are not used to perform an Emissions Inspection/Maintenance test or to service the vehicle may affect vehicle operation. See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 256. See your dealer if assistance is needed.
The vehicle may not pass inspection if:
- The light is on when the engine is running.
- The light does not come on when the ignition is in Service Mode.
- Critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed. If this happens, the vehicle will not be ready for inspection and might require several days of routine driving before the system is ready for inspection. This can happen if the 12-volt battery has recently been replaced or run down, or if the vehicle has been recently serviced.
See your dealer if the vehicle will not pass or cannot be made ready for the test.
FAQs
The 2019 Cadillac XT5 features a high-resolution digital instrument cluster display.
The instrument cluster display in the 2019 Cadillac XT5 is approximately 8 inches in size.
The instrument cluster displays various vehicle information such as speed, fuel level, engine temperature, and more.
Yes, the display can be customized to show different information based on the driver’s preferences.
Yes, the 2019 Cadillac XT5 offers an available heads-up display that projects key information onto the windshield.
The heads-up display can show information such as speed, navigation directions, and safety alerts.
Yes, the brightness of both the instrument cluster display and the heads-up display can be adjusted to suit different lighting conditions.
Yes, there is a night mode available for the instrument cluster display to reduce glare and improve visibility during nighttime driving.
By providing important vehicle information directly in the driver’s line of sight, the display helps drivers stay informed without taking their eyes off the road.
Yes, the instrument cluster display can be controlled through the Cadillac CUE infotainment system, which supports voice commands.
Yes, the instrument cluster display can show the feed from the rearview camera when the vehicle is in reverse.
Yes, the instrument cluster can display alerts and warnings for various driver assistance features such as lane departure warnings and forward collision alerts.
Yes, the display settings can be saved and associated with different driver profiles, allowing for personalized configurations.
Yes, the display can integrate with smartphones through features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, allowing for access to compatible apps and features.
By providing clear and customizable information, along with integration with other vehicle systems, the instrument cluster display enhances convenience, safety, and enjoyment for the driver.
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