Settings
Certain settings can be managed in the Owner Center sites when an account is established, and may be modified if other users have accessed the vehicle or created accounts. This may result in changes to the security or functionality of the infotainment system. Some settings may also be transferred to a new vehicle, if equipped. For instructions, in the U.S. see my.cadillac.com or in Canada see mycadillac.ca or moncadillac.ca.
Refer to the User Terms and Privacy Statement for important details. To view, touch the Settings icon on the Home Page of the infotainment display. The settings menu is organized into three categories. Select the desired category by touching System, Vehicle, or Search. To access the System menus: 1. Touch the Settings icon on the Home
Page of the infotainment display. 2. Touch the desired category to display a
list of available options. 3. Touch to select the desired feature
setting. 4. Touch the options on the infotainment
display to change a setting.
System
The menu may contain the following:
Display
Allows the adjustment of the Head Up display, instrument cluster, and infotainment display.
Sounds
Allows adjustment of the infotainment system sounds.
Voice
Allows adjustment of the infotainment voice recognition features.
Conversation Enhancement
Allows adjustment of the conversation enhancement features.
Time, Date, and Unit
Allows setting of the clock.
Phone Projection
Allows interacting directly with a mobile device on the infotainment display. See Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 0 182.
Phones
Adjusts different phone settings.
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Allows adjustment of different Wi-Fi features.
Networks
Shows connected and available Wi-Fi networks.
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If a 4G LTE data package is not active on the vehicle, the infotainment system can be connected to an external protected Wi-Fi network, such as a mobile device or home hotspot, to utilize connected services.
Device Remote Access
Allows devices to interact with vehicle features and access data.
Language
Sets the display language used on the infotainment display. It may also use the selected language for voice recognition and audio feedback.
Privacy
Allows adjustment of the infotainment privacy settings.
Software Updates
If equipped, the vehicle can download and install select software updates over a wireless connection. The system will prompt for certain updates to be downloaded and installed. There is also an option to check for updates manually. To manually check for updates, touch Settings on the Home Page and select the System tab. Follow the on-screen prompts.
There are two options available under Software Updates, "Check for Updates" and "Previous Updates". Selecting "Check for Updates", will check and list if any updates are available for this vehicle. "No updates available" will display if there is no update available. Selecting "Previous Updates" will list all the previous SW version(s) installed in the vehicle. The steps to check for, download, and install updates may vary by vehicle. The vehicle can be used normally during the software download. Once the download is complete, there may be a prompt to accept the installation of the update upon the next ignition cycle or the next time the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). For most updates, the vehicle will be disabled and cannot be driven during the installation. The system will deliver messages indicating success or error during and after the download and installation processes. Downloading Over-the-Air vehicle software updates requires Internet connectivity, which can be accessed through the vehicle’s built-in 4G LTE connection, if equipped and active. If required, data plans are provided by a third party. Optionally, a secure Wi-Fi hotspot such as a compatible mobile device
hotspot, home hotspot, or public hotspot can be used. Applicable data rates may apply. To connect the infotainment system to a secured mobile device hotspot, home hotspot, or public hotspot, touch Settings on the Home Page, select the System tab, followed by Wi-Fi Networks. Select the appropriate Wi-Fi network, and follow the on-screen prompts. Download speeds may vary. On most compatible mobile devices, activation of the Wi-Fi hotspot is in the Settings menu under Mobile Network Sharing, Personal Hotspot, Mobile Hotspot, or similar. Availability of Over-the-Air software updates varies by vehicle and country. Features are subject to change. For more information on this feature, see Online Account 0 429 for details.
Download Preferences
Allows the infotainment system to disable or enable the download of new updates in the background.
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Shows the infotainment system software information.
Display Optimization
Touch to adjust the screen for best quality.
Running Applications
Shows a complete list of applications that are currently running on the infotainment system.
Return to Factory Settings
Allows resetting the infotainment system settings in the vehicle.
Vehicle
The menu may contain the following:
Valet Mode
This will lock the infotainment system and steering wheel controls. It may also limit access to vehicle storage locations, if equipped. To enable valet mode: 1. Enter a four-digit code on the keypad. 2. Select Enter to go to the confirmation
screen. 3. Re-enter the four-digit code.
Touch Lock or Unlock to lock or unlock the system. Touch Back to go back to the previous menu.
Teen Driver
See Teen Driver 0 187.
Rear Seat Reminder
Allows for a chime and a message when the rear door has been opened before or during operation of the vehicle.
Buckle to Drive
This feature can prevent shifting out of Park when the driver, and if applicable the front passenger, seat belt is not buckled. See Buckle To Drive 0 56.
Super Cruise Lane Change
See Super Cruise 0 258.
Driver Mode Customization
See “Driver Mode Customization” in Driver Mode Control 0 240.
Climate
Adjusts different climate settings.
Collision/Detection Systems
Adjusts different driver assistance system settings.
Comfort and Convenience
Adjusts different comfort and convenience settings.
Lighting
Adjusts different lighting settings.
Power Door Locks
Adjusts different door lock settings.
Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start
Adjusts different remote lock settings.
Ride Height
Adjusts different ride height settings.
Running Boards
Adjusts different running board settings.
Seating Position
Adjusts different seat settings.
Suspension
Adjusts different suspension settings.
Remote Key Relearn
This sets up a new or forgotten key for use in the vehicle. Place the key in the transmitter pocket. Make sure vehicle is parked and touch Start.
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Enter a setting keyword to find a specific setting.
Teen Driver
If equipped, this allows multiple keys to be registered for beginner drivers to encourage safe driving habits. When the vehicle is started with a Teen Driver key, it will automatically activate certain safety systems, allow setting of some features, and limit the use of others. The Report Card will record vehicle data about driving behavior that can be viewed later. When the vehicle is started with a registered key, the Driver Information Center (DIC) displays a message that Teen Driver is active.
To access:
1. Touch Settings on the Home Page, then
touch Vehicle, and then Teen Driver. 2. Create a Personal Identification Number
(PIN) by choosing a four-digit PIN. Re-enter the PIN to confirm. To change the PIN, touch Change PIN.
The PIN is required to:
. Set up/Add or remove keys. . Change Teen Driver settings.
. Change or clear the Teen Driver PIN.
. Access or delete Report Card data.
Set up/Add keys to activate Teen Driver and assign restrictions to the key:
Any vehicle key can be registered, up to a maximum of eight keys. Label the key to tell it apart from the other keys.
For a pushbutton start system:
1. Start the vehicle. 2. For automatic transmissions, the vehicle
must be in P (Park). For manual transmissions, the vehicle must be stopped with the parking brake set.
3. From the Settings menu, touch Vehicle and then Teen Driver.
4. Enter the PIN. 5. Place the remote key you wish to
register in the transmitter pocket. The key does not need to be the one that started the vehicle. See Remote Key Operation 0 8 for transmitter pocket location.
6. From the Teen Driver menu, touch Setup Keys or Add/Remove Teen Driver Keys. . If the remote key has not previously
been registered, the option to add the key displays. Touch Add and a
confirmation message displays. Teen Driver restrictions will be applied whenever this remote key is used to operate the vehicle.
. If the remote key has already been registered, the option to remove the key displays. If Remove is touched, the remote key is no longer registered. A confirmation message displays, and Teen Driver restrictions will not be applied if this remote key is used to operate the vehicle.
In vehicles with a pushbutton start system, if a Teen Driver and a non-Teen Driver key are both present at start up, the vehicle will recognize the non-Teen Driver key to start the vehicle. The Teen Driver settings will not be active.
For a keyed ignition system:
1. Start the vehicle. 2. For automatic transmissions, the vehicle
must be in P (Park). For manual transmissions, the vehicle must be stopped with the parking brake set.
3. From the Settings menu, touch Vehicle and then Teen Driver.
4. Enter the PIN.
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5. Touch Setup Keys or Add/Remove Teen
Driver Keys. The system displays instructions for registering or unregistering a key. A confirmation message displays.
Manage Settings or Teen Driver Settings
Depending on the options of your vehicle, the following menu items may be displayed:
Buckle to Drive : When turned ON, Buckle to Drive prevents the driver from shifting out of P (Park) for a period of time after the brake pedal is pressed if the driver, or on some vehicles the detected passenger, has not buckled their seat belt. On some vehicles, Buckle to Drive is always ON when Teen Driver is active and is not configurable. See Buckle To Drive 0 56.
Audio Volume Limit : Allows a maximum audio volume to be set. Turn the audio volume limit on or off. Use the arrows to choose the maximum allowable level for the audio volume. On some infotainment systems, touch Set Audio Volume Limit to choose the maximum allowable audio volume level.
Set Audio Volume Limit : Use the arrows to choose the maximum allowable level for the audio volume.
Teen Driver Speed Limiter : Limits the maximum speed of the vehicle. When the speed limiter is turned on and the vehicle is started with a Teen Driver key, the DIC displays a message that the top speed is limited. On certain vehicles, when the Speed Limiter is turned ON, the vehicle’s maximum acceleration will be limited. The DIC will display a message that the acceleration is limited.
Teen Driver Speed Warning : Displays a warning in the DIC when exceeding a selectable speed. Turn the speed warning on or off and choose the desired speed warning level. The speed warning does not limit the speed of the vehicle. On some infotainment systems, touch Set Teen Driver Speed Warning to set the warning speed.
Set Teen Driver Speed Warning : Choose the desired speed warning level. The speed warning does not limit the speed of the vehicle.
SiriusXM Explicit Content Filter : Allows the SiriusXM Explicit Content Filter to be turned ON or OFF. When ON, the teen driver will not be able to listen to SiriusXM stations
that contain explicit content, and the Explicit Content Filter selection in the Audio Settings will be unavailable for change.
When Teen Driver is Active:
. If equipped, the radio will mute when the
driver seat belt, and in some vehicles the front passenger seat belt, is not buckled. The audio from any device paired to the vehicle will also be muted.
. An object placed on the front passenger seat, such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device, could cause the passenger sensing system to falsely sense an unbuckled front passenger and mute the radio. If this happens, remove the object from the seat. See Passenger Sensing System 0 69.
. Some safety systems, such as Automatic Emergency Braking, if equipped, cannot be turned off.
. The gap setting for Adaptive Cruise Control and alert timing for Forward Collision Alert, if equipped, cannot be changed.
. When trying to change a safety feature that is not configurable in Teen Driver, the feature may be grayed out or removed from the infotainment menu,
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or the DIC will display a message indicating that Teen Driver is active and the action is not available.
. Super Cruise, if equipped, is not available.
. Enhanced Low Fuel Warning (if equipped) – When the vehicle is low on fuel, the low fuel light on the instrument cluster flashes and the DIC low fuel warning cannot be dismissed.
. Do not tow a trailer if equipped with Automatic Emergency Braking.
Report Card
The vehicle owner must secure the driver’s consent to record certain vehicle data when the vehicle is driven with a registered Teen Driver key. There is one Report Card per vehicle. Data is only recorded when a registered Teen Driver key is used to operate the vehicle. The Report Card data is collected from the time Teen Driver is activated or the last time the Report Card was reset. The following items may be recorded: . Distance Driven – the total distance
driven. . Maximum Speed – the maximum vehicle
speed detected.
. Overspeed Warnings – the number of times the speed warning setting was exceeded.
. Wide Open Throttle – the number of times the accelerator pedal was pressed nearly all the way down.
. Forward Collision Alerts (if equipped) – the number of times the driver was notified when approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly and at potential risk for a crash.
. Forward Automatic Braking, also called Automatic Emergency Braking (if equipped) – the number of times the vehicle detected that a forward collision was imminent and applied the brakes.
. Reverse Automatic Braking (if equipped) – the number of times the vehicle detected that a rearward collision was imminent and applied the brakes.
. Traction Control – the number of times the Traction Control System activated to reduce wheel spin or loss of traction.
. Stability Control – the number of events which required the use of electronic stability control.
. Antilock Braking System Active – The number of Antilock Brake System activations.
. Tailgating Alerts (if equipped)– the number of times the driver was alerted for following a vehicle ahead too closely.
Report Card Data
Cumulative Data is saved for all trips until the Report Card is reset or until the maximum count is exceeded. If the maximum count is exceeded for a Report Card line item, that item will no longer be updated in the Report Card until it is reset. Each item will report a maximum of 1,000 counts. The distance driven will report a maximum of 64 374 km (40,000 mi). To delete Report Card data, do one of the following: . From the Report Card display, touch
Reset. . Touch Clear PIN and All Teen Driver Keys
from the Teen Driver menu. This will also unregister any Teen Driver keys and delete the PIN.
Forgotten PIN
See your dealer to reset the PIN.
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