Cadillac CTS-V Warning Lights: What They Mean

8 warning and indicator lights from the 2015 Cadillac CTS-V owner's manual, with what to do and the manual page for each.

Red: stop or act now

Brake System Warning Light
Brake system may not work properly; on with parking brake set, flashes if parking brake not fully released, or stays on if base brake problem.
What to do: Do not drive with it on. If still on after stopping safely off the road, have the vehicle towed for service. PDF page 114

Other warnings and indicators

Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
If it stays on while driving, the cooling system may have a problem. A chime sounds with the light.
What to do: Stop and turn off the vehicle to avoid engine damage. PDF page 116
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
If it stays on or comes on while driving, the antilock brakes are unavailable and the vehicle needs service. Regular brakes remain if brake light is off.
What to do: Stop safely, turn ignition off, restart to reset. If light stays on or returns, have the vehicle serviced. PDF page 115
Parking brake light
Indicates a system problem is making the parking brake work at a reduced level. The vehicle can still be driven.
What to do: Take the vehicle to a dealer. PDF page 114
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light
Steady: TCS and possibly StabiliTrak are disabled. Flashing: TCS and/or StabiliTrak is actively working.
What to do: Check the DIC messages to see which feature is not working and whether service is needed. PDF page 116
StabiliTrak OFF Light
StabiliTrak is turned off, and Traction Control is also off, so the system does not help control the vehicle.
What to do: Turn the TCS and StabiliTrak systems back on to turn the light off. PDF page 115
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
ON means the front passenger airbag may inflate; OFF means the sensing system turned it off. Both lit or neither lit suggests a problem.
What to do: If both or no lights stay on after several seconds, see your dealer for service. PDF page 110
Up-Shift Light
Shows when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy. PDF page 115

Summarized in our own words from the 2015 Cadillac CTS-V owner's manual (AI-assisted; every light name was matched against its cited page 2026-10-18). Your vehicle may not have every light, and other years can differ. A red warning that stays on usually means stop safely and check: your manual has the final word.

Confirm with your own manual, dipstick or door-jamb label.
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