Ignition positions (key access), Ignition positions (key, Access) -17 – Cadillac 2011 CTS-V Sports Sedan User Manual

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Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2011

Driving and Operating

9-17

Ignition Positions
(Key Access)

The ignition switch can be turned to
four different positions.

To shift out of P (Park), the ignition
switch must be in ON/RUN or
ACC/ACCESSORY and the brake
pedal must be applied.

Notice: Using a tool to force the
key from its cylinder could cause
damage or break the key. Use the
correct key and turn the key only
with your hand. Make sure the

key is all the way in. If it is and
you have a manual transmission
vehicle, turn the steering wheel
left and right while you turn the
key hard. If none of this works,
then the vehicle needs service.

A (STOPPING THE ENGINE/
LOCK/OFF):
When the vehicle is
stopped, turn the ignition switch to
LOCK/OFF to turn the engine off.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
will remain active. See Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) on
page 9‑22
for more information.

This is the only position in which the
key can be removed. This position
locks the ignition and shifter on
automatic transmission vehicles,
and the ignition and steering wheel
on manual transmission vehicles.

Do not turn the engine off when the
vehicle is moving. This will cause a
loss of power assist in the brake
and steering systems and disable
the airbags.

In an emergency:

1. Brake using a firm and steady

pressure. Do not pump the
brakes repeatedly. This may
deplete power assist, requiring
increased brake pedal force.

2. Shift the vehicle to neutral. This

can be done while the vehicle is
moving. After shifting to neutral,
firmly apply the brakes and steer
the vehicle to a safe location.

3. Come to a complete stop. Shift

to P (Park) with an automatic
transmission, or Neutral with a
manual transmission. Turn the
ignition to LOCK/OFF.

4. Set the parking brake. See

Parking Brake (Manual) on
page 9‑34
or Parking Brake
(Electric) on page 9‑35
.

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