Cadillac 2011 DTS Owner's Manual

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Black plate (8,1)Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011Adding non‐dealer accessories can affect the vehicle'sperformance. See Accessories and Modifications onpage 6‑3 for more information.Magnetic Ride Control™The vehicle may have Magnetic Ride Control thatautomatically adjusts the ride of the vehicle. Thecontroller receives input from the system to determinethe proper ride. If the controller detects a problem withinthe system, the Driver Information Center (DIC) displaysa SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS message. See DICWarnings and Messages on page 4‑65 for moreinformation. If this message appears, have the vehicleserviced at your dealer.Electronically Controlled Air RideSuspensionProfessional Vehicles may have ElectronicallyControlled Air Suspension. The air ride controllerreceives input from the system to determine the properride. If the controller detects a problem with the system,the DIC will display a SERVICE SUSPENSION SYSmessage. If this message appears, have the vehicleserviced at your dealer.SteeringPower SteeringIf power steering assist is lost because the engine stopsor the system is not functioning, the vehicle can besteered but it will take more effort.Magnetic Speed Variable AssistSteering SystemThis system continuously adjusts the effort felt whensteering at all vehicle speeds. It provides ease whenparking, yet a firm, solid feel at highway speeds.Steering TipsIt is important to take curves at a reasonable speed.Traction in a curve depends on the condition of the tiresand the road surface, the angle at which the curve isbanked, and vehicle speed. While in a curve, speed isthe one factor that can be controlled.If there is a need to reduce speed, do it before enteringthe curve, while the front wheels are straight.Try to adjust the speed so you can drive through thecurve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait toaccelerate until out of the curve, and then accelerategently into the straightaway.5-8