Safety refinements
Designed and engineered with occupant safety and protection in mind, the DTS reinforces Cadillac's long-standing reputation for safe occupant environments in premium vehicles.
The new 2006 DTS is equipped with a host of safety and security features, beginning with its body frame integral (BFI) construction; strategically engineered crumple zones in front and rear; and comprehensive use of high-strength steel. The vehicle's crashworthiness is enhanced with structural foam and nylon structural inserts strategically placed in areas of the vehicle's structure.
The DTS has six standard air bags, including an industry-first dual depth front passenger air bag. The GM co-patented technology deploys either a small or large air bag depending upon crash severity, seat belt usage and seat position.
The DTS is manufactured at GM's award-winning Detroit Hamtramck assembly center. Detroit-Hamtramck is recognized as the 2005 J.D. Power and Associates Bronze Award plant in North America and is a top 10 performer in initial quality worldwide.
The DTS arrives in Cadillac showrooms this fall. In addition to the U.S. and Canada , the DTS is exported for sale in Mexico , Taiwan , Korea , Japan , Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.
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Loss of Control
Skidding
There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three
control systems:
- Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling.
- Steering or Cornering Skid — too much speed or steeri ...
EPB Release
To release the EPB, place the ignition in the ON/RUN position, apply and
hold the brake pedal, and push down momentarily on the EPB switch. If you
attempt to release the EPB without the brake pedal ...
Interior
Inside, the dash has genuine wood and metal trim with similar stitching as in
the CTS. Cadillac's CUE system is front and center. First seen in the XTS sedan,
CUE has an 8-inch touch-screen, smart ...