Cadillac 2010 CTS Sport Sedan Owner's Manual

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Instruments and Controls 4-37The following are the possiblemessages that can be displayedand some information about them.Battery Voltage andCharging MessagesBattery Saver ActiveThis message displays when thesystem detects that the batteryvoltage is dropping below expectedlevels. The battery saver systemstarts reducing certain features ofthe vehicle that you may be able tonotice. At the point that the featuresare disabled, this message isdisplayed. It means that the vehicleis trying to save the charge in thebattery.Turn off all unnecessaryaccessories to allow the battery torecharge.The normal battery voltage range is11.5 to 15.5 volts. You can monitorbattery voltage on the DIC bypressing the vehicle informationbutton until Battery Voltage isdisplayed.Battery Volts LowThis message displays when theelectrical system is charging lessthan 10 volts or the battery hasbeen drained.If this message appearsimmediately after starting theengine, it is possible that thegenerator can still recharge thebattery. The battery should rechargewhile driving, but may take a fewhours to do so. Consider using anauxiliary charger to boost thebattery after returning home or to afinal destination. Make sure youfollow the manufacturer'sinstructions.If this message appears whiledriving or after starting the vehicleand stays on, have it checkedimmediately to determine the causeof this problem.To help the generator recharge thebattery quickly, you can reduce theload on the electrical system byturning off the accessories.The normal battery voltage range is11.5 to 15.5 volts. You can monitorbattery voltage on the DIC bypressing the vehicle informationbutton until Battery Voltage isdisplayed.Service Battery ChargingSystemThis message displays when thereis a problem with the generator andbattery charging systems. Drivingwith this problem could drain thebattery. Turn off all unnecessaryaccessories. Stop and turn off thevehicle as soon as it is safe to doso. Have the electrical systemchecked by your dealer/retailer.Under certain conditions, thecharging system light may also turnon in the instrument panel cluster.See Charging System Light onpage 4‑23 for more information.