Cadillac 2011 STS Owner's Manual

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Black plate (7,1)Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011StabiliTrak comes on automatically whenever thevehicle is started. To help assist with directional controlof the vehicle, always leave the system on. StabiliTrakcan be turned off, however, by using the TractionControl System (TCS)/StabiliTrak button. See TractionControl System (TCS) on page 5‑9.If cruise control is being used when StabiliTrakactivates, it will automatically disengage. Cruise controlmay be reengaged when road conditions allow. SeeCruise Control on page 4‑12 or Adaptive CruiseControl on page 4‑15 for more information.Enhanced StabiliTrak ®All‐wheel‐drive (AWD) vehicles with the Active Steeringwith Enhanced StabiliTrak option have an enhancedcomputer controlled vehicle stability system that assistswith directional control of the vehicle in difficult drivingconditions. This system coordinates automatic control ofthe Active Steering System, the Magnetic Ride ControlSuspension System, and the Brake Control System forbetter vehicle performance.During extreme cold temperature conditions, the activesteering function may be temporarily disabled whichmay cause the steering wheel to be offset from thecenter position while driving straight. This is normaloperation and the vehicle is safe to drive in thesecases.Stability control activates when the computer senses adifference between the intended path and the directionthe vehicle is actually traveling. Stability controlautomatically adjusts the front road wheel steeringangle, modifies the suspension stiffness, and selectivelyapplies braking pressure at any one of the vehicle’sbrakes to help maintain directional control of thevehicle.When the system activates, a STABILITY SYS ACTIVEmessage displays on the Driver Information Center(DIC). See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4‑76.It is normal to hear a noise or feel vibration in the brakepedal when the system is working. Continue to steer thevehicle in the intended direction.If cruise control is engaged when EnhancedStabiliTrak activates, the cruise control willautomatically disengage. Re-engage cruise controlwhen road conditions allow. See Cruise Control onpage 4‑12, or Adaptive Cruise Control on page 4‑15for more information.Enhanced StabiliTrak comes on automatically in theStability Touring Mode, when the vehicle is started.The Stability Touring Mode is recommended for normaldriving.5-7