Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-Europe-9367723) -2016 - CRC - 10/9/15180 Driving and OperatingTrailer TowingGeneral TowingInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245Driving Characteristics andTowing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245Trailer Towing (Saloon L4Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248Trailer Towing (Saloon V6 andV-Series) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249Towing Equipment (SedanWith L4 Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249Towing Equipment (SaloonV6 and V-Series) . . . . . . . . . . . . 250Conversions and Add-OnsAdd-On ElectricalEquipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250Driving InformationDistracted DrivingDistraction comes in many formsand can take your focus from thetask of driving. Exercise goodjudgement 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.. Become familiar with vehiclefeatures before driving, such asprogramming favourite radiostations and adjusting climatecontrol and seat settings.Program all trip information intoany navigation device prior todriving.. Wait until the vehicle is parkedto retrieve items that have fallento the floor.. Stop or park the vehicle to tendto children.. Keep pets in an appropriatecarrier or restraint.. Avoid stressful conversationswhile driving, whether with apassenger or on a mobilephone.{ WarningTaking your eyes off the road toolong or too often could cause acrash resulting in injury or death.Focus your attention on driving.
