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Date:

PI1022
July, 2013

PRELIMINARY INFORMATION
Subject:

2014 Cadillac ATS New Model Features

Models:

2014 Cadillac ATS
Equipped with Engine 2.0L RPO LTG, 2.5L RPO LCV or 3.6L RPO LFX
Equipped with 6-Speed 6L45 Automatic Transmission RPO MYA or 6-Speed Manual
Transmission TREMEC (TR3160) RPO M3L
Equipped with Rear Wheel Drive or All Wheel Drive

Bulletin Purpose

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The purpose of this bulletin is to help the Service and Sales Department personnel become familiar with the Model
Year 2014 Cadillac ATS vehicle enhancements.

About the Vehicle
The ATS is available in four distinct equipment packages: Standard, Luxury, Performance and Premium.
The ATS is available with a choice of three powerful and efficient direct-injected engines coupled with a 6-speed
automatic or a 6-speed manual transmission (2.0L Turbo only) and standard rear-wheel-drive (RWD) or available
all-wheel-drive (AWD).

Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance / New Vehicle Limited Warranty
The ATS model comes with the Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance program. It is a program designed to provide
the customer with peace of mind by covering select required maintenance during the first four years or 50,000 miles
(80,000 km) of the vehicle’s operation. It aligns with the terms of our 4-years or 50,000 mile bumper-to-bumper New
Vehicle Limited Warranty, in Canada 4-years 80,000 km, and is fully transferable.
Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance covers routine maintenance during the first 4-years or 50,000 miles
(80,000 km) and includes the following:
• Oil changes based on the Oil Life Monitoring System.
• Tire rotation every 7,500 miles (12,000 km).

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Engine air cleaner filter replacement.
Passenger compartment air filter replacement.
Multi-Point Vehicle Inspection (MPVI).

Transferable Powertrain Limited Warranty / Roadside Assistance and Courtesy
Transportation
All Cadillac models come backed with a 6-year or 70,000 mile (110,000 km) Transferable Powertrain Limited
Warranty. This means if the owner needs warranty repairs to their engine, transmission or drive system in the first
6-years or 70,000 miles (110,000 km), Cadillac has them covered.
If the vehicle needs service, there is 24/7 Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation with the same coverage
of 6-years or 70,000 miles (110,000 km).

Available Product Training
The majority of the systems found on the Cadillac ATS are taught in GM’s core curriculum from a conceptual theory
and operation perspective.
To access all of the available ATS Training Courses visit the following website:
– In the United States go to > www.centerlearning.com
– In Canada go to > www.gmprocanada.com

Training Course Name and System RPO - Course Number and Description
Course Name - System RPO

Course Number and Description

Base Curriculum

#16041.09W Battery, Charging and Starting Systems
#16044.21 Engine Performance
#16044.16 GM Powertrain Performance
#16048.25W-R3 Multiple Diagnostic Interface (MDI)
Familiarization
#16048.30H-R2 Global Diagnostic System 2 (GDS 2)
Overview - Hands On
#16048.30W-R2 Global Diagnostic System 2 (GDS 2)
Overview
#16050.12D Camshaft Position Actuator System and Active
Fuel Management (VCT)
#18043.01W-R4 Electrical / Electronics Stage 1
#18043.02W-R4 Electrical / Electronics Stage 2
#18043.03W-R3 Electrical / Electronics Stage 3
#18044.20 GM Global Electrical System
#13044.20 GM Chassis Control Systems
#15045.18 GM Braking Systems
#16048.27V GDS 2 Diagnostics (Canada)
#16039.16H GDS 2 Certification (Canada)
#17041.56 Automatic Transmission Operation, Diagnosis and
Service
#14043.17 Passenger Car All-Wheel Drive (Base Curriculum)

Air Bags - RPO AYF or AYG
Depending on the Equipment Package - This Vehicle Comes
Equipped With Either:
– 8 Air Bags RPO AYG
– 10 Air Bags RPO AYF

#12340.10 Dual Stage Air Bag System
#22048.42 GM Safety Systems

Engine Control-Stop/Start System - RPO KL9

#16040.30W Stop/Start System

HVAC System - Air Conditioning - RPO CJ2

#11044.04 HVAC Systems
#11044.05 HVAC Systems and Operation.

Transaxle / Transmission

#17041.48W Automatic Transmission Gearsets

Engine - 2.0L Turbocharged DOHC with Spark Ignition Direct
Injection (SIDI), Variable Valve Timing (VVT)
Engine - 2.5L DOHC with Spark Ignition Direct Injection (SIDI),
Variable Valve Timing (VVT)
Engine - 3.6L DOHC with Spark Ignition Direct Injection (SIDI),
Variable Valve Timing (VVT)

#16043.52 Engine Mechanical Diagnostics and Measurements
#16044.21 GM Powertrain Performance
#16044.20 SIDI - Virtual Classroom Training (VCT)
#16440.17D Engines (VCT): New and Updated for RPO’s LCV
and LTG

Training Course Name and System RPO - Course Number and Description (cont'd)
Course Name - System RPO

Course Number and Description

Transmission - 6-Speed Automatic, Electronically Controlled
with Overdrive
Transmission - 6-Speed TREMEC Manual
F46 Chassis AWD Transmission

#17041.65 6-Speed Automatic Transmission Mechanical
Service
#17041.56 Automatic Transmission Operation, Diagnosis and
Service
#17043.45V RPO M3L 6-Speed TREMEC Manual
Transmission
#14043.17 Passenger Car All-Wheel Drive (Base Curriculum)

Power Steering
Power Steering Rack and Pinion ZF Premium Electric with
Variable Assist

#13041.12T2 Electric Power Steering Systems
#13041.13T1 Rack-Mount Electric Steering
#13041.15 GM Steering Systems and Diagnosis (New)

OnStar®
OnStar® Generation 9 TechAssist Course

#19040.37 OnStar® Systems and Technology
#19040.38T1 OnStar® Systems and Technology

Rear Parking Assist - RPO UD7

#22048.42 GM Safety Systems

Entertainment - Audio Systems
Radio-Infotainment System - Uplevel HMI, Enhanced
Connectivity - RPO IO5, IO6

#19047.20W2 R2 Entertainment Systems 2 (Including MOST)
Network
#19047.20W3 Entertainment Systems 3
#19047.22D Infotainment Operation, Diagnosis and
Service (VCT)

Tire Pressure Monitor

#13044.20 GM Chassis Control Systems
#13044.12T2 Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems Diagnosis

Bluetooth for Phone, Personal Cellphone Connectivity to
Vehicle Audio System
Bluetooth Technology, Functions and Features Diagnosing and
Methods of Radio Programming (USB Programming, Scan
Tool Programming)

#19047.20W2 R2 Entertainment Systems 2 (Including MOST)
Network

Theft Deterrent System - RPO UTJ

#19047.09W Entry and Security Systems

Parking Brake - Electronically Operated - RPO J77

#15045.14T1 GM Electric Parking Brakes
#18044.25 Body Electrical Accessory Systems

Chassis-Continuously Variable Real Time Damping-Magneto
Rheological - RPO FE3 Suspension System - Sport

#13044.20 GM Chassis Control Systems
#13044.16T1 Continuous Damping Control

Head Up Display (HUD) - RPO UV6

ESS 2 Update

Camera - Rear View - RPO UVC
Sensor Indicator-Side Obstacle Detection (Side Blind Zone
Alert) - RPO UFT
Sensor Indicator-Rear Cross Traffic Alert - RPO UFG
Sensor-Collision Avoidance & Mitigation, Vehicle Forward
Movement, Brake Prefill & Intelligent Brake Assist – RPO UGN

#22048.42W1 GM Safety Systems 1
#22048.42W2 GM Safety Systems 2
#22048.42W3 GM Safety Systems 3

Dexos1™ Engine Oil Specification — Required Viscosity

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Only those oils displaying the dexos1™ trademark and a registered trademark logo on the front label of the container
meet the demanding performance requirements and stringent quality standards set forth in the dexos1™
specification.
Look on the front label for either of the logos shown above and the 11 digit alphanumeric dexos ® license number on
the back label to identify an authorized, licensed dexos1™ engine oil. Unless an oil package displays these two
markings, the engine oil is not an authentic, licensed dexos ® product and is not recommended for use in GM
vehicles.
The dexos1™ specification was uniquely designed to complement the exacting requirements of GM's advanced
engine technology. The specification has gone through an extensive developmental and testing process. It requires
a number of proprietary tests that are not included in current industry standards and sets performance criteria at a
level that exceeds many current standards. The result is a high performance fluid providing significant wear
protection, improved piston cleanliness, a reduction in volatility and oil consumption, enhanced aeration control for
improved fuel efficiency, and better oxidation properties.
Viscosity Grade

Notice: DO NOT use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50.
– SAE 5W-20 is the best viscosity grade for the 2.5L L4 engine. SAE 0W-20 may be used as an alternative. Refer to
the latest version of Bulletin Number 13-00-90-001.
– SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity grade for the 2.0L L4 turbocharged engine and the 3.6L V6 engine.
Refer to this General Motors website for dexos1™ information about the different licensed brands that are currently
available: http://www.gmdexos.com

CUE System Availability
CUE Equipment Package Content
Model

Standard Infotainment

Available Infotainment

Standard

4.2 inch full-color LCD radio display, AM/
FM/XM non-CUE w/ Bose premium
7-speaker audio

CUE w/ Bose premium 7-speaker audio
CUE w/ Bose premium 10-speaker
surround sound & remote disc player

Luxury

CUE w/ Bose premium 7-speaker audio

Navigation, Bose premium 10-speaker
surround sound & remote disc player

Performance

CUE w/ Bose premium 10-speaker
surround sound & remote disc player

Navigation

Premium

CUE w/ Navigation, Bose premium
10-speaker surround sound & remote
disc player

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Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces and Vehicle Information Displays and Radio Displays

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Notice: The microfiber cloth is shipped in the bag that contains any loose items that are to be installed
when performing the vehicle PDI. Retrieve the microfiber cloth from this bag in the trunk and place it in the
Integrated Center Stack (ICS) storage compartment (if equipped) or in the glove box.
The ATS has high gloss surfaces, vehicle information displays and radio displays. Use a microfiber cloth to wipe
these types of surfaces. Before wiping the surface with the microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt
that could scratch the surface. Then use the microfiber cloth by gently rubbing to clean. DO NOT use window
cleaners or solvents. Periodically hand wash the microfiber cloth separately from other items, using mild soap. DO
NOT use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse thoroughly and air dry before the next use.

Powertrain / Drivetrain
Engines
The ATS is available with a choice of three powerful and efficient engines coupled with a 6-speed automatic or a
6-speed manual transmission (2.0L Turbo only) and standard rear-wheel drive (RWD) or available all-wheel
drive (AWD).
The available engines and specifications are as follows:

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The Turbocharged (TC) 4-cylinder 2.0L with Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC), Dual Continuous Variable Cam
Phasing (DCVCP), Variable Valve Timing (VVT) and Spark Ignition Direct Injection (SIDI) — RPO LTG,
produces the following horsepower and torque:
– 272 hp (203 kW) @ 5,500 RPM
– 260 lb-ft of torque (353 Nm) @ 1,700-5,500 RPM

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The 4-cylinder 2.5L with Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC), Dual Continuous Variable Cam Phasing (DCVCP),
Variable Valve Timing (VVT) and Spark Ignition Direct Injection (SIDI) — RPO LCV, produces the following
horsepower and torque:
– 202 hp (151 kW) @ 6,300 RPM
– 191 lb-ft of torque (259 Nm) @ 4,400 RPM

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The 6-cylinder 3.6L with Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC), Variable Valve Timing (VVT) and Spark Ignition Direct
Injection (SIDI) — RPO LFX, produces the following horsepower and torque:
– 321 hp (239 kW) @ 6,800 RPM
– 275 lb-ft of torque (373 Nm) @ 4,800 RPM

Transmission
The following transmissions are available:
• Standard on all three engines, is the Hydra-Matic™ 6L45 RPO MYA, 6-speed, electronically controlled,
automatic transmission, with automatic overdrive and torque converter clutch.
– For the 2.0L and the 3.6L, the final drive ratio is 3.27
– For the 2.5L, the final drive ratio is 3.45
• Available on the 2.0L Turbocharged and 3.6L engines only, on the Luxury, Performance and Premium
Collection vehicles is the Hydra-Matic™ 6L45 RPO MYA, 6-speed, electronically controlled, automatic all-wheel
drive (AWD) transmission. This Active On Demand system continuously monitors multiple inputs and adjusts
torque split to optimize both traction and handling. This active system can send up to 100% of the available
torque to the front wheels as traction and handling conditions demand.
• Available on the 2.0L Turbocharged engine only is the TREMEC TR3160 RPO M3L, 6-speed fully
synchronized manual transmission with single overdrive.

Vehicle Enhancements
Frameless Inside Rearview Mirror

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New for 2014 is a frameless inside rearview mirror.
New Sport Steering Wheel
New for 2014 is a 4 mm thicker-rim sport steering wheel on models equipped with the magnesium steering wheel
paddle shift controls.
Conventional Plug Power Receptacle — 110V or 230V
Depending on the global sales market, the Cadillac User Experience (CUE) Navigation Radio — RPO IO6 is
equipped with either a 110V (North America) or 230V (Export) conventional plug power receptacle. The 110V or
230V power receptacle, is located in the rear of the front center floor console. Refer to the section in this PI titled:
Power Outlet 110 Volt Alternating Current
IntelliBeam System

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If equipped, this system turns the vehicle's high-beam headlamps ON and OFF according to surrounding traffic
conditions. The system turns the high-beam headlamps ON when it is dark enough and there is no other traffic
present. This indicator light turns ON in the instrument cluster when the IntelliBeam system is enabled.
Turning ON and Enabling IntelliBeam System

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To enable the automatic high-beam system, place the turn signal lever in the neutral position and turn the exterior
lamp control to AUTO (1). The blue high-beam ON light appears on the instrument cluster when the high beams are
turned ON.
The system only activates the high beams when driving over 25 mph (40 km/h). A sensor near the top center of the
windshield, automatically controls the system. Keep this area of the windshield clear of debris for best system
performance.
The IntelliBeam system has been added to the Driver Awareness Package — RPO Y65 and the Driver Assist
Package — RPO Y66
OnStar®
Model Year 2014 OnStar® markets have been expanded to include the United States, Canada, Mexico, China and
the Middle East except for Lebanon and Jordan where it is regulatory restricted. OnStar ® will be available in Mexico
later this year.
One year of OnStar® Directions and Connections service is standard on ATS. OnStar ® is the global leading provider
of connected safety, security and mobility solutions and advanced information technology.
The OnStar® RemoteLink Mobile App allows smartphone users to control vehicle functions, access vehicle
information and send directions directly to the vehicle. An opt-in service called FamilyLink allows subscribers to stay
connected to loved ones by checking the location of their vehicle online or by signing up for vehicle location alerts.
FamilyLink service is not available in Canada.
More information about OnStar® can be found at this website: www.onstar.com
For OnStar® in Canada, refer to www.onstar.ca
Micro-3™ Terminal Fuses

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The MICRO3™ Fuse is the new standard for vehicle circuit protection. The MICRO3™ Fuse has 3 terminals and
2 fuse elements with a common center terminal. Its sub-miniature design meets the need for more circuits to be
protected while utilizing less space.
The ATS uses some of the new style Micro-3™ terminal fuses in the underhood electrical center (UEC).
Fuse numbers from the GM Electronic Parts Catalog (EPC):
• GM EPC — P/N 19209797 FUSE, MICRO3 (3 BLADE STYLE) (05.0 AMP) (32V) (TAN)
• GM EPC — P/N 19209798 FUSE, MICRO3 (3 BLADE STYLE) (07.5 AMP) (32V) (BROWN)
• GM EPC — P/N 19209799 FUSE, MICRO3 (3 BLADE STYLE) (10 AMP) (32V) (RED)
• GM EPC — P/N 19209800 FUSE, MICRO3 (3 BLADE STYLE) (15 AMP) (32V) (BLUE)
Trunk Release

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Notice: When using the touchpad on the rear of the trunk, it may be necessary to press and hold the
touchpad for approximately 2–3 seconds in order to open the trunk. This is a normal operating characteristic
of the vehicle.
To open the trunk, press the trunk release button on the driver door or the touchpad on the rear of the trunk slightly
above the license plate or use the trunk button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Acoustic Glass
Notice: DO NOT hang key lock boxes on any acoustic glass.
The vehicle is equipped with laminated acoustic glass in the front windshield and the front driver and passenger
doors.
Acoustic windshields are the same as a standard windshield, but they have been made with a thin, sound absorbing
technology between the glass that reduces the interior noise by 3dB overall, and even more in the frequency where
people "hear" the human voice. This technology actually allows automakers to use thinner glass without sacrificing
cabin comfort. A lighter windshield also reduces the weight of the vehicle, which improves fuel economy and reduces
the CO2 emissions created by the engine.
Reverse Tilt Mirror
If the vehicle is equipped with Reverse Tilt Mirror, when this feature is turned ON, the driver, passenger or both
outside rear view mirrors will tilt downward when the vehicle is shifted to R (Reverse) to improve visibility of the
ground near the rear wheels.
Auto Defog
The climate control system may have a sensor to automatically detect high humidity inside the vehicle. When high
humidity is detected, the climate control system may adjust to outside air supply and turn on the air conditioner. If the
climate control system does not detect possible window fogging, it returns to normal operation. Auto Defog may be
turned off or on in Vehicle Personalization.
Adaptive Forward Lighting
With adaptive forward lighting, the projector headlamps swivel in the direction of the front wheels to maintain forward
lighting in concert with vehicle steering.
Heading into a curve or turning a corner, the headlamps swivel up to 15 degrees depending on the curve and vehicle
speed. The system works with both low and high beam headlamp settings.

Retained Accessory Power/Accessory Power Outlet Power — Circuit Breaker
Replaces Fuse
Accessory Power Outlet (APO) — Circuit Breaker Replaces Fuse
The 2014 ATS will be utilizing a circuit breaker instead of a standard fuse for the accessory power outlets. The
purpose of this engineering change is to improve customer experience.

The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. The
vehicle has two accessory power outlets:
• Inside the front storage bin below the climate control system.
• On the rear of the center floor console.
The outlets are powered ON, when the vehicle is in ON/RUN/START or ACC/ACCESSORY mode or until a door is
opened within 10 minutes of turning OFF the vehicle.
Certain electrical accessories MAY NOT be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could overload a vehicle
circuit breaker or adapter fuse. If overloaded, the circuit breaker will reset after all devices are disconnected or if
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is turned OFF and then back ON. Wait one minute to allow the circuit breaker to
reset before reconnecting devices or turning RAP back ON.
Replacing the Factory Power Outlet With a Cigarette Lighter Receptacle — Requires Replacing Circuit
Breaker With Minifuse
Caution: Failure to replace the circuit breaker with a minifuse of the correct rating could overheat the
cigarette lighter and damage the vehicle. Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment.
It is possible to replace the factory power outlet with a cigarette lighter receptacle, if desired. This requires the factory
installed circuit breaker to be replaced with a standard minifuse. A minifuse will not reset and will have to be replaced
if blown.

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The circuit breaker CB1, is in the instrument panel fuse block at the end of the driver side of the instrument panel. To
access the CB1 circuit breaker, remove the end panel cover.

Power Outlet 110 Volt Alternating Current
If equipped, this power outlet is on the rear of the front center floor console. It can be used to plug in electrical
equipment that uses a maximum limit of 150 watts. An indicator light on the outlet turns ON to show it is in use. The
light turns ON when the ignition is in ON/RUN, equipment requiring less than 150 watts is plugged into the outlet and
no system fault is detected.
The indicator light will NOT turn ON when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF or if the equipment is not fully seated into the
outlet.
⇒ If equipment is connected that uses more than 150 watts or a system fault is detected, a protection circuit shuts
OFF the power supply and the indicator light turns OFF.
The power restarts when the device is unplugged for a minimum of 10 seconds and then equipment using 150 watts
or less is plugged into the outlet and a system fault is not detected.
The power outlet IS NOT designed for the following:
• Equipment with high initial peak wattage such as: a compressor driven refrigerator, electric power tools, hair
dryers, etc.