Black plate (2,1)Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-6006999) -2014 - CRC - 9/11/139-2 Driving and OperatingFuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-60Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-60Filling a Portable FuelContainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-62Trailer TowingGeneral TowingInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-62Driving Characteristics andTowing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-62Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-65Towing Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . 9-67Conversions and Add-OnsAdd-On ElectricalEquipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-68Driving InformationDistracted 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.. Become familiar with vehiclefeatures before driving, such asprogramming favorite 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 cell phone.
