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#835 of 854 Re: GPS by bob247 Apr 15, 2009 (11:57 am)
Replying to: wpsr (Apr 09, 2009 8:10 am) When I bought my 07 DTS the GPS Dvd was missing so the dealer ordered a new one. I have the clock in the upper right corner which is nice. I am not overly impressed with the Cadillac GPS system. When I added my home address while parked in my driveway it shows my house 3 or 4 blocks farther down the road. Before going on vacation I programed my sisters address into the system. The system said I reached my destination but her house was about a 1/4 farther. I ended up calling her to find out exactly where she lived. During the trip out I found on a couple of occasions it told me to late which way to go. I have found other GPS system's (Tom Tom and Gamin) were much more accurate and a lot cheaper. GM needs to work on the program to make it more accurate. My dealer checked the system and said there was nothing they could do to increase the accuracy. I like the touch radio but would not spend the money again unless the GM system improves. I also found it likes major highways and will keep trying to route you back to them even if it is more miles. I need to test the detour function more to see where it wants to route me. Replies to this message: fmoeller (Apr 16, 2009 5:33 am)
#836 of 854 Re: GPS [bob247] by fmoeller Apr 16, 2009 (5:33 am)
Replying to: bob247 (Apr 15, 2009 11:57 am) Regarding your NAV system, I have a 2006 DTS and find it very accurate, much better than On-Star. Of course, it depends on the disc version. Unfortunately mine does not have the clock, but I only need that on trips and at night. For my other car I have a portable Garmin ($150) which works just as good.   Did you calibrate your compass? See the owner’s manual on how to do this. This could affect the accuracy of the NAV system.   To set the NAV system with your home address, the most accurate way is to park in your driveway and press the Home button rather than enter it manually. This way it will direct you right into your driveway. There is option where you can add a destination by selecting your current location (coordinates) and saving it to the address book. This is how I entered my son’s address when his house was under construction and still not on any maps.   There are options (see user guide) that you can select to avoid Interstates, tolls, ferries, etc. That may be why it directs you to major highways as this would be faster than rural roads.   LOL and sorry about all your other problems.
#837 of 854 DOES GM BANKRUPTCY MEAN WARRANTIES ON DTS WILL NOT BE HONORED? by bremertong May 10, 2009 (9:23 pm)
I own a 2006 DTS which was purchased new in 2007 and still has Two years and 38,000 miles left on the new car warranty. If Gm goes chapter 11 will the Company be honoring its warranties on cars bought before the bankruptcy? I read an article tonight saying that bankruptcy was almost certain and that the the government would probably honor warranties on new car purchases but didn't mention cars purchased new before potential bankruptcy? Any feedback on this important aspect of ownership will be greatly appreciated. Replies to this message: vic10 (Jun 14, 2009 1:24 pm) kpsm (Jun 14, 2009 4:17 pm) bremertong (Jun 15, 2009 7:54 pm)
#838 of 854 Re: foot off gas and rpms don't drop. car keeps going [fmoeller] by texasjim Jun 06, 2009 (5:59 am)
Replying to: fmoeller (Apr 15, 2009 6:34 am) If you know anyone that has the new disk...you can put it in your car and it will update your firmware so that you will have the clock. The firmware also updates a few other things.   When you insert the disk..it will say...UPDATING FIRMWARE..it takes about 3 or 4 minutes to do this.   DO NOT TURN OFF THE IGNITION while it is updating.   Texas Jim
#839 of 854 Re: DOES GM BANKRUPTCY MEAN WARRANTIES ON DTS WILL NOT BE HONORED? [bremertong] by vic10 Jun 14, 2009 (1:24 pm)
Replying to: bremertong (May 10, 2009 9:23 pm) Letters have gone out (mine came a couple of days ago) from the president of GM North America stating "Rest assured, we will honor the warranty commitment given to you and the time of your purchase". (mine is an '08 bought new in April '08). And if this guy backs down, well, you have the guarantee of the US Guvnment and if you can't trust Obama, then...... Replies to this message: kpsm (Jun 14, 2009 4:17 pm) bremertong (Jun 15, 2009 7:54 pm)
#840 of 854 Re: DOES GM BANKRUPTCY MEAN WARRANTIES ON DTS WILL NOT BE HONORED? [vic10] by kpsm Jun 14, 2009 (4:17 pm)
Replying to: vic10 (Jun 14, 2009 1:24 pm) I'd say that the government backing removes any question about the warranties being good, so that's a plus.   I just purchased my '06 DTS Performance model after three years of leasing it. We now have 25k miles on the car. I had a wheel hub replaced under warranty, otherwise this has been a problem free car with an excellent ride.   I just updated the Navigation DVD, and now have the digital clock.
#841 of 854 Re: DOES GM BANKRUPTCY MEAN WARRANTIES ON DTS WILL NOT BE HONORED? [vic10] by bremertong Jun 15, 2009 (7:54 pm)
Replying to: vic10 (Jun 14, 2009 1:24 pm) Thank you for your reply, I received the same or a similar letter which of course was nice to know with about two years to go on the warranty. If the government can bring GM out of chapter 11 as quickly as it did Chrysler that would be a good thing for the future of both General Motors and Cadillac.
#842 of 854 cadillac dts by peteyshuffles Jun 24, 2009 (1:23 pm)
i am having a problem with noise coming from my navigation system. have brought it to dealer and was told they have had several complaints. If the disc is in the navigation system there is all kinds of squeaks and clicks eminating from system. if the disc is not in system there is no problem. am very frustrated please help Replies to this message: barryob5 (Jun 24, 2009 2:40 pm)
#843 of 854 Re: cadillac dts [peteyshuffles] by barryob5 Jun 24, 2009 (2:40 pm)
Replying to: peteyshuffles (Jun 24, 2009 1:23 pm) This sounds like the old joke where the guy goes into the doctor and says "Doc, it hurts when I do this". And the doctor says "Don't do that".   Take out the disk. Of course, you won't have NAV, but you won't have any noise!
#844 of 854 Future of DTS by dispencer2 Jun 30, 2009 (4:28 pm)
No car magazine has said anything about the future of the DTS. I assume that in a couple of years GM will downsize the DTS and drop the STS. Something will probably emerge that is bigger than the STS and smaller than the present DTS. Does anyone know anything about this? I guess there will be a 2010 DTS identical to the 09. I'll be in the market for a used 09 next year. I like my 03 and don't want anything smaller so I guess I'll get the 09 and keep it for 10 years or so. The town car will be dropped next year. Doesn't anyone want a car that will hold 6 people, gets 30 on the roads and has great passing power? I've driven the CTS - rides stiffly and is cramped inside.. If I want a mid size I'll buy a new Malibu! It rides lots better than the CTS.. Actually my 09 Cobalt rides better than the CTS. Replies to this message: kenb757 (Jul 01, 2009 7:50 am)

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