Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge | Cadillac 2015 - CRC guide

Instruments and Controls 5-15

Engine Coolant

Temperature Gauge

English Base Level

Metric Base Level

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.

Safety Belt Reminders

Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light

There is a driver safety 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 safety belt. Then the light stays

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Cadillac 2015 - CRC manual Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge, Safety Belt Reminders, Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light

Contents

Page Instruments and Controls Keys, Doors,Seats and Restraints Driving and Operating Service and Maintenance Customer Information Introduction Using this ManualCanadian Vehicle Owners Propriétaires Canadiens Iv Introduction SymbolsVehicle Symbol Chart Introduction Vi Introduction Brief Vehicle FeaturesPerformance and Maintenance Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on Initial Drive Information Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Remote Vehicle Start Canceling a Remote StartPower Door Locks Door Locks Trunk Windows Lumbar Adjustment Seat AdjustmentPower Seats Reclining Seatbacks Uplevel Seat Control Uplevel Seat AdjustmentMassage Driver Seat Shown, Passenger Seat Similar Heated and Ventilated Seats Memory FeaturesSecond Row Seats Driver Buttons Shown, Passenger Buttons Similar Passenger Sensing System Head Restraint AdjustmentSafety Belts United States Canada Exterior Mirror Mirror AdjustmentSteering Wheel Adjustment Interior Mirror Reading Lamps Interior LightingDome Lamp Exterior Lighting Windshield Wiper/Washer Climate Touch Screen Controls Climate ControlsClimate Control Buttons Infotainment System Vehicle FeaturesTransmission Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control Driver Information Center DIC Lane Keep Assist LKA Forward Collision Alert FCA SystemLane Departure Side Blind Zone Alert Sbza Automatic Parking Assist APA Rear Cross Traffic Alert Rcta SystemParking Assist Rear Automatic Braking RAB System Sunroof Power OutletsUniversal Remote System Sunshade Switch Performance and MaintenanceSunroof Switch Traction Control Electronic Stability Engine Oil Life System Resetting the Oil Life SystemTire Pressure Monitor OnStar Roadside ServiceDriving for Better Fuel Economy Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and LocksKeys Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation See Vehicle Personalization on Driver Side Shown, Passenger Similar Keyless Access OperationKeyless Unlocking/Locking from the Driver Door Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Open the center console storage area and the storage tray Programming without a Recognized Transmitter Remote Learn PENDING, Please Wait Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery Battery Replacement Remote Vehicle Start Extending Engine Run Time Starting the Engine Using Remote StartCanceling a Remote Start Conditions in Which Remote Start Will Not Work Inside the Vehicle Outside the Vehicle Keyless Access Key Cylinder Access Automatic Door Locks Power Door LocksDelayed Locking Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out Safety LocksLockout Protection Doors Trunk Lock Release Emergency Trunk Release Handle Vehicle Alarm SystemVehicle Security Arming the Alarm System Disarming the Alarm System Immobilizer Operation How to Detect a Tamper ConditionImmobilizer Convex Mirrors Power MirrorsExterior Mirrors Heated Mirrors Power Folding MirrorsFolding Mirrors Reverse Tilt Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors Interior MirrorsWindows Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Express-Down/Up Windows Power WindowsExpress Window Anti-Pinch Feature Window Operation from Outside the Vehicle Programming the Power WindowsExpress Window Anti-Pinch Override Window Lockout Sun VisorsRear Window Sunshade Roof Rear Passenger Door Sunshades Anti-Pinch Feature Keys, Doors, and Windows Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Seats and Restraints Front Seats Lumbar and Bolster Support Power Seat Adjustment Upper Shoulder Support Lumbar Adjustment Thigh Support Reclining Seatbacks Memory Seats Storing Memory Positions Manually Recalling Memory Positions Easy Exit Recall Driver Only Obstructions Heated and Ventilated Front Seats Remote Start Heated Ventilated Seats Massage Raising the Seatback Rear SeatsFolding the Seatback Rear Seat Armrest Locking and Unlocking the Seatback Heated Rear Seats Safety Belts Rear Seat Pass-Through Door Questions and Answers About Safety Belts How to Wear Safety Belts ProperlyWhy Safety Belts Work Lap-Shoulder Belt Seats and Restraints Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Safety Belt Pretensioners Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety Belt Care Safety Belt ExtenderSafety System Check Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash Airbag System Roof-rail airbag for the driver and front outboard passenger Where Are the Airbags? Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar Rear Seat Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar When Should an Airbag Inflate? What Makes an Airbag Inflate? How Does an Airbag Restrain? What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? Passenger Sensing System United States Canada Front outboard passenger seat is unoccupied If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash Child Restraints Older Children What is the proper way to wear safety belts? Infants and Young Children What are the different types of add-on child restraints? Seats and Restraints Forward-Facing Child Seat Child Restraint SystemsRear-Facing Infant Seat Booster Seats Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint Where to Put RestraintSecuring an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children Latch System Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System Seats and Restraints Seats and Restraints Seats and Restraints Replacing Latch System Parts After a Crash Securing Child Restraints Rear Seat Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints Front Passenger Seat See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-31 for additional Seats and Restraints Seats and Restraints Instrument Panel Storage Additional Storage FeaturesStorage Compartments Storage Glove Box Armrest Storage Center Console Storage Rear Additional Storage Features Cargo Tie-Downs Cargo Management System Convenience Net Information Displays Instruments and ControlsControls Vehicle Messages Vehicle Personalization ControlsHeated Steering Wheel Universal Remote System Wiper Parking HornRainsense INT Rainsense Wipe Sensitivity Control Move the windshield Wiper Arm Assembly ProtectionCompass Setting the Clock Clock Power Outlet 110 Volt Alternating Current Cigarette Lighter Gauges, Indicators Instrument Cluster English Base Cluster Shown, Metric Similar English Uplevel Balanced Cluster Shown, Metric Similar Performance Configuration Reconfigurable Instrument ClusterSimple Configuration Balanced Configuration Navigation Cluster Settings MenuCluster Application Displays Audio Trip Odometer SpeedometerOdometer Tachometer When the ignition is on, the fuel Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light Engine Coolant Temperature GaugeSafety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Airbag Readiness Light Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Malfunction Indicator Lamp Charging System Light Instruments and Controls Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Metric English Brake System Warning LightElectric Parking Brake Light Service Electric Parking Brake Light Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light Lane Keep Assist LKA Light Vehicle Ahead IndicatorLane Departure Warning LDW Light Traction Control System TCS/StabiliTrak Light Traction Off LightStabiliTrak OFF Light Tire Pressure Light Engine Coolant Temperature Warning LightWhen the Light Is On Steady Low Fuel Warning Light When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On SteadyEngine Oil Pressure Light IntelliBeam Light Adaptive Cruise Control Light Door Ajar Light Lamps On ReminderCruise Control Light DIC Information Displays Information DisplaysDIC Information Display Options Turn Arrow Shows the next maneuver when using route guidance Battery Voltage Shows the current battery voltage Head-Up Display HUD HUD Display on the Vehicle Windshield HUD Views Instruments and Controls Care of the HUD HUD TroubleshootingVehicle Messages Battery Voltage and Charging Messages Brake System Messages Compass Messages Cruise Control Messages Door Ajar Messages Engine Cooling System Messages Fuel System Messages Engine Power MessagesEngine Oil Messages Key and Lock Messages Lamp Messages No Remote Detected Press Brake to Restart Object Detection System Messages GHz Radars OFF Service Automatic Collision Prep Service Front Camera Ride Control System Messages Airbag System Messages Security Messages Tire Messages Service Vehicle MessagesStarting the Vehicle Messages Vehicle Speed Messages Transmission MessagesVehicle Reminder Messages Washer Fluid Messages Time and Date Valet Mode If EquippedVehicle Personalization Language Language Teen Driver If Equipped Radio Vehicle Collision/Detection Systems Comfort and Convenience Lighting Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Bluetooth Voice Rear Camera Return to Factory SettingsDisplay Software Information Programming the Universal Remote System Universal Remote SystemUniversal Remote System Programming Learn or Smart Button Universal Remote System Operation Radio Signals for Canada and Some Gate OperatorsUsing the Universal Remote System Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button Lighting Exterior LightingExterior Lamp Controls Driving with IntelliBeam IntelliBeam SystemTurning On and Enabling IntelliBeam Exterior Lamps Off Reminder Headlamp High/ Low-Beam Changer Flash-to-Pass Daytime Running Lamps DRL Automatic Headlamp System Lights On with Wipers Adaptive Forward Lighting AFLHazard Warning Flashers Curve Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control Turn and Lane-Change SignalsInterior Lighting Reading Lamps Courtesy LampsDome Lamps Exit Lighting Lighting FeaturesEntry Lighting Battery Power Protection Exterior Lighting Battery Saver Lighting Infotainment System IntroductionInfotainment Introduction Infotainment System Climate Controls Climate Control SystemsDual Automatic Climate Control System Automatic Operation Climate Control Touch ScreenClimate Control Status Screen Climate Controls Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger Driver and Passenger Heated and Ventilated Seats If Equipped Sensor Rear Climate ControlSystem Climate Controls Air Vents Operation Tips Passenger Compartment Air Filter MaintenanceService Climate Controls Driving and Operating Trailer Towing Driving InformationDistracted Driving Conversions and Add-Ons Control of a Vehicle Defensive DrivingDrunk Driving Braking Steering Electric Power SteeringHydraulic Power Steering Variable Effort Steering Curve Tips Off-Road RecoveryLoss of Control Steering in Emergencies Driving on Wet Roads Other Rainy Weather Tips Hill and Mountain RoadsHydroplaning Blizzard Conditions Winter DrivingDriving on Snow or Ice If the Vehicle Is Stuck Tire and Loading Information Label Vehicle Load LimitsRocking the Vehicle to Get it Out Label Example Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit Example Certification Label Driving and Operating Ignition Positions Starting OperatingNew Vehicle Break-In Set the parking brake. See Starting the Engine Service Only ModeStarting Procedure Engine Heater To Use the Engine Coolant Heater Retained Accessory Power RAP Torque Lock Shifting Into ParkLeaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running Shifting out of Park Parking over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle While Parked 9-20 and Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on Automatic Transmission See Manual Mode on All-Wheel Drive Manual ModeDrive Systems Tap Shift Antilock Brake System ABS Using ABSBrakes Braking in Emergencies Electric Parking Brake EPB Apply Automatic EPB Release Brake AssistEPB Release System Operation Ride Control SystemsHill Start Assist HSA Turning the Systems Off and On Magnetic Ride Control Limited-Slip Rear Axle Cruise Control Automatic Level Control Setting Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed Increasing Speed While Using Cruise ControlReducing Speed While Using Cruise Control Adaptive Cruise Control Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise ControlUsing Cruise Control on Hills Ending Cruise Control Driving and Operating Resuming a Set Speed Selecting the Follow Distance Gap Increasing Speed While ACC is at a Set SpeedReducing Speed While ACC is at a Set Speed Alerting the Driver Approaching and Following a Vehicle Notification to Resume ACC Stationary or Very Slow-Moving ObjectsACC Automatically Disengages ACC Override Curves in the Road Other Vehicle Lane Changes Driver Assistance Systems Do Not Use ACC on Hills and When Towing a TrailerCleaning the Sensing System Disengaging ACC Rear Vision Camera RVC Audible or Safety Alert SeatAssistance Systems for Parking or Backing Driving and Operating Backing Warning and Rear Automatic Braking Rear Cross Traffic Alert Rcta Turning the Features On or Off Automatic Parking Assist APA Driving and Operating When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly Assistance Systems for Driving Detecting the Vehicle Ahead Collision Alert With Head-Up Display Without Head-Up Display Unnecessary Alerts Cleaning the SystemSelecting the Alert Timing Tailgating Alert Brake Preparation Intelligent Brake Assist IBAAutomatic Collision Preparation ACP System Automatic Braking Sbza Detection Zones When the System Does Not Seem to Work ProperlyHow the System Works Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror Display Display Radio Frequency Information Lane Keep Assist LKA Driving and Operating Fuel Prohibited Fuels California Fuel RequirementsUse of Seasonal Fuels Filling the Tank Fuels in Foreign CountriesFuel Additives Filling the Tank with a Portable Gas Can Filling a Portable Fuel Container General Towing Information Driving Characteristics and Towing TipsTrailer Towing Driving with a Trailer Backing Up Following DistancePassing Making Turns Leaving After Parking on a Hill Maintenance when Trailer TowingParking on Hills Trailer Towing Weight of the TrailerWeight of the Trailer Tongue Towing Equipment Total Weight on Your Vehicles TiresSafety Chains Hitches Conversions Add-Ons Add-On Electrical Equipment Driving and Operating Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care General InformationCalifornia Proposition 65 Warning Vehicle Care 10-3 Doing Your Own Service WorkVehicle Checks Hood 6L V6 Engine Engine Compartment OverviewVehicle Care 10-5 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on Vehicle Care 10-7 6L V6 Engine Twin Turbo Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Under Engine Cover. See Engine Cover Checking Engine Oil Engine OilVehicle Care 10-9 Selecting the Right Engine Oil When to Add Engine OilSpecification LFX 3.6L LF3 3.6L Twin Turbo Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes When to Change Engine OilVehicle Care 10-11 What to Do with Used Oil How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Air Cleaner/FilterWhen to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Automatic Transmission Fluid Cooling System Vehicle Care 10-15 6L V6 Engine 6L V6 Engine Twin Turbo Engine Coolant What to Use Checking Coolant How to Add Coolant to the Surge TankVehicle Care 10-17 How to Add Coolant to the CAC Bottle If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment Engine OverheatingVehicle Care 10-19 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode If No Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment When to Check Power Steering Fluid Power Steering Fluid LF3 and LFX with AWDPower Steering Fluid LFX with FWD How to Check Power Steering Fluid Adding Washer Fluid Washer FluidBrakes Brake Pedal Travel Brake FluidVehicle Care 10-23 Replacing Brake System Parts Battery What to Add Vehicle Storage Starter Switch CheckVehicle Care 10-25 Transfer Case Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check Wiper Blade ReplacementAutomatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check Windshield Replacement Vehicle Care 10-27 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting Bulb ReplacementHeadlamp Aiming LED Lighting License Plate Lamp Replacement BulbsLamp Assembly Bulb Assembly Vehicle Care 10-29 Electrical System Overload Headlamp WiringElectrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Case Usage Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse BlockVehicle Care 10-31 Mini Fuses Usage Vehicle Care 10-33 Mini Relays Usage Fuses Usage Instrument Panel Fuse BlockMicro Usage Relays Vehicle Care 10-35 Relays Usage Rear Compartment Fuse Block Fuse Usage Number Vehicle Care 10-37 Wheels and Tires Tires Summer Tires All-Season TiresWinter Tires Vehicle Care 10-39 Tire Sidewall Labeling Passenger P-Metric Tire Example Vehicle Care 10-41 Compact Spare Tire Example Tire Size Tire DesignationsTire Terminology and Definitions Passenger P-Metric Tire Vehicle Care 10-43 Intended Outboard Sidewall Designated seating positions Tire Pressure Vehicle Care 10-45 Professional Vehicle When to CheckHow to Check Vehicle Care 10-47 Tire Pressure for High-Speed OperationTire Pressure Monitor System Tire Pressure Monitor Operation Vehicle Care 10-49 Tpms Malfunction Light and Message Tpms Sensor Matching Process Vehicle Care 10-51 Tire Inspection Tire Rotation When It Is Time for New Tires Vehicle Care 10-53 Buying New Tires Vehicle Care 10-55 Different Size Tires and Wheels Uniform Tire Quality Grading Vehicle Care 10-57 TemperatureTreadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature a Treadwear Wheel Replacement Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance If a Tire Goes Flat Used Replacement WheelsTire Chains Vehicle Care 10-59 Vehicle Care Tire Sealant Compressor Kit Vehicle Care 10-61 Tire Sealant Vehicle Care 10-63 Vehicle Care Vehicle Care 10-65 Vehicle Care Vehicle Care 10-67 Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Vehicle Care 10-69 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare TireTire Changing Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Vehicle Care Vehicle Care 10-71 Vehicle Care Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools Compact Spare TireVehicle Care 10-73 Full-Size Spare Tire Jump Starting Vehicle Care 10-75 Vehicle Care Vehicle Care 10-77 Jumper Cable Removal Towing the VehicleRecreational Vehicle Towing Vehicle Care 10-79 Dinghy Towing Dolly Towing from the Front Front-Wheel Drive Dolly Towing from the Front All-Wheel Drive Vehicle Care 10-81 Appearance CareExterior Care Finish Care Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings Air Intakes Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses, Emblems, Decals StripesVehicle Care 10-83 Tires Windshield and Wiper BladesWeatherstrips Wheels and Trim Aluminum or Chrome Vehicle Care 10-85 Interior Glass Interior CareChemical Paint Spotting Coated Moldings Vehicle Care 10-87Speaker Covers Fabric/Carpet/Suede Vehicle Care Vehicle Care 10-89 Care of Safety BeltsFloor Mats Cargo Cover Convenience Net Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats Service and Maintenance Fuel on Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance Engine Oil Change Maintenance ScheduleOwner Checks and Services At Each Fuel Stop Exterior Care on Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Normal Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Severe Special Application Services Belts Additional Maintenance and CareBattery Brakes Lamps FluidsHoses Shocks and Struts Wiper Blades Vehicle CareWheel Alignment Usage Fluid/Lubricant Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and PartsRecommended Fluids and Lubricants Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Maintenance Replacement Parts11-14 Service and Maintenance Service and Maintenance 11-15 Maintenance Records Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification LabelTechnical Data 12-1 Vehicle Identification Number VIN Vehicle Data Capacities and SpecificationsTechnical Data Application Capacities Metric English Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap Technical Data 12-3Engine Specifications Engine Drive Belt Routing Customer Information 13-1 Customer Satisfaction ProcedureCustomer Information Customer Information United States and Puerto Rico Customer Assistance OfficesCustomer Information 13-3 Canada Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY UsersOnline Owner Center Overseas Cadillac Owner Centre Canada cadillacowner.ca Calling for ServiceCustomer Information 13-5 Coverage Services Specific to Canadian-Purchased Vehicles Cadillac Technician Roadside Service U.S. OnlyServices Not Included in Roadside Service Courtesy Transportation Program Scheduling Service AppointmentsShuttle Service Customer Information 13-7 Collision Parts Collision Damage RepairAdditional Program Information Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement Insuring the Vehicle Customer Information 13-9Repair Facility If a Crash Occurs Service Publications Ordering Information Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process Customer Information 13-11 Service BulletinsRadio Frequency Identification Rfid Owner Information Radio Frequency Statement Reporting Safety DefectsReporting Safety Defects to the United States Government Vehicle Data Recording Privacy Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian GovernmentReporting Safety Defects to General Motors Customer Information 13-13 Event Data Recorders Customer Information 13-15 Customer Information OnStar OnStar ServicesOnStar Overview OnStar Overview OnStar Services Emergency Security Using Voice Commands During a Planned RouteOther Navigation Services Available from OnStar Navigation Connections WiFi Connectivity If EquippedOnStar RemoteLink Key Fob Services OnStar RemoteLink Mobile App If Equipped Calling 911 Emergency Place a Call Using a Stored NumberOnStar Hands-Free Calling Retrieve My Number Vehicle Diagnostics OnStar Additional Information TTY Users Services for People with DisabilitiesWarranty OnStar Personal Identification Number PIN Global Positioning System GPS Potential IssuesVehicle and Power Issues Cellular and GPS Antennas Unzip OnStar software acknowledgementsLibcurl OnStar Index Antilock Sealant Index Towing Labeling, Tire Sidewall Lamps Lighting Lights contd Off-Road Recovery Oil Parking or Backing 13-7 Shift Lock Control Function Tires contd Towing contd Wheels Alignment and Tire Index