2001 Cadillac Catera Owners Manual - Files

Third-Gear StartPress this button to providemore traction when you arestarting on ice or otherslippery surfaces. It onlyoperates when the shiftlever is in DRIVE (D). Thebutton is located next to theshift lever on the console.The transmission will be in THIRD (3) when the vehiclebegins to move. After starting in THIRD (3), the vehiclewill upshift normally.This feature is for improved traction only when the roadsurface is slippery and is not intended for continuous useor when the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, ice, snow orgravel. Drive as usual for normal road conditions.This feature automatically turns off when any of thefollowing conditions occur: When the ignition is turned off. If the shift lever is placed in PARK (P), THIRD (3),SECOND (2), or FIRST (1). If you press and hold the accelerator pedal past itsresistance point for more than two seconds. When speed falls below 25 mph (40 km/h). Once the vehicle reaches 67 mph (108 km/h).To turn this feature off, press the button again.Whenever you start your vehicle, the transmission is inthe normal mode.2-29