Cadillac 2014 ELR Owner's Manual

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Black plate (4,1)Cadillac ELR Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-6081525) -2014 - crc - 10/8/139-4 Driving and OperatingUse remote start to heat or cool theinterior when the vehicle is pluggedin to maximize the electric range byutilizing electricity from the electricaloutlet. Engine Assisted Heatingwhile plugged in can bepersonalized. See Remote Start onpage 2-8.In hot weather, avoid parking indirect sunlight or use sunshadesinside the vehicle.Turn off the front and rear windowdefog/defrost when they are nolonger needed.Avoid driving with the windows openat highway speeds.See Vehicle Personalization onpage 5-52.Vehicle Charging/MaintenanceChargingKeep the vehicle plugged in, evenwhen fully charged, to keep thebattery temperature ready for thenext drive. This is important whenoutside temperatures are extremelyhot or cold.MaintenanceAlways keep the tires properlyinflated and the vehicle properlyaligned.The weight of excess cargo in thevehicle affects efficiency and range.Avoid carrying more than is needed.If fuel is not regularly used, considerkeeping the fuel tank only one-thirdfull. Excess fuel weight impactsefficiency and range.For fuel recommendations, see Fuelon page 9-65.Avoid unnecessary use of electricalaccessories. Power used forfunctions other than propelling thevehicle will reduce electric vehiclerange.Using a rooftop carrier will reduceefficiency due to additional weightand drag.Distracted DrivingDistraction comes in many formsand can take your focus from thetask of driving. Exercise goodjudgment and do not let otheractivities divert your attention awayfrom the road. Many localgovernments have enacted lawsregarding driver distraction. Becomefamiliar with the local laws inyour area.To avoid distracted driving, alwayskeep your eyes on the road, handson the wheel, and mind on the drive.. Do not use a phone indemanding driving situations.Use a hands-free method toplace or receive necessaryphone calls.. Watch the road. Do not read,take notes, or look upinformation on phones or otherelectronic devices.. Designate a front seatpassenger to handle potentialdistractions.