Table Of Contents - Cadillac SRX Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Contents1
Introduction3
Symbols4
Danger, Warnings And Cautions4
Vehicle Symbol Chart5
In Brief7
Table Of Contents7
Instrument Panel8
Initial Drive Information10
Remote Keyless Entry System10
Door Locks11
Remote Vehicle Start11
Starting The Vehicle11
Canceling A Remote Start11
Power Liftgate Operation12
Remote Keyless Entry12
Inside The Vehicle12
Manual Liftgate Operation12
Windows13
Remote Window Operation13
Seat Adjustment14
Manual Seats14
Power Seat14
Memory Features15
Heated And Ventilated Seats15
Safety Belts16
Passenger Sensing System16
Head Restraint Adjustment16
Mirror Adjustment17
Exterior17
Automatic Dimming Mirror17
Steering Wheel Adjustment17
Throttle And Brake Pedal Adjustment18
Interior Lighting18
Dome Lamps18
Reading Lamps18
Exterior Lighting19
Windshield Wiper/Washer19
Windshield Washer20
Rainsense20
Rear Window Wiper/Washer20
Climate Controls21
Climate Control Buttons21
Climate Touch Screen Controls21
Vehicle Features22
Transmission22
Driver Shift Control22
Steering Wheel Controls22
Cruise Control23
Infotainment System23
Driver Information Center24
Forward Collision Alert System24
Lane Departure Warning24
Center (Dic)24
Warning (Ldw)24
Side Blind Zone Alert25
Rear Vision Camera25
Ultrasonic Parking Assist25
Active Emergency Braking System25
Alert (Sbza)25
Power Outlets26
Universal Remote System26
Performance And Maintenance27
Traction Control System27
Tire Pressure Monitor27
System (Tcs)27
Stabilitrak ® System27
Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit28
Engine Oil Life System28
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)29
Economy29
Roadside Service29
Onstar ®29
Keys, Doors, And Windows31
Keys And Locks32
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System33
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation33
Keyless Access Operation34
Keyless Unlocking/Locking From The Driver Door34
Passenger Shown, Driver Similar35
Passive Locking35
Keyless Unlocking/Locking From Passenger Doors35
Programming Transmitters To The Vehicle36
Programming Without A Recognized Transmitter37
Starting The Vehicle With A Low Transmitter Battery38
Battery Replacement38
To Start The Vehicle38
Extending Engine Run Time39
Starting The Engine Using Remote Start39
Conditions In Which Remote Start Will Not Work40
Shutting The Engine Off After A Remote Start40
Power Door Locks41
Keyless Access41
Lockout Deterrent41
Delayed Locking42
Automatic Door Locks42
Safety Locks42
Doors43
Liftgate43
Manual Liftgate44
Power Liftgate44
Obstacle Detection Features46
Setting The Power Liftgate 3/4 Mode46
Manual Operation Of Power Liftgate46
Vehicle Security47
Vehicle Alarm System47
Arming The System47
Disarming The System47
Immobilizer Operation48
How To Detect A Tamper Condition48
Exterior Mirrors49
Convex Mirrors49
Power Mirrors50
Folding Mirrors50
Manual Folding Mirrors50
Power Folding Mirrors50
Heated Mirrors51
Reverse Tilt Mirrors51
Interior Mirrors51
Manual Rearview Mirror51
Cleaning The Mirror52
Power Windows52
Express-Down/Up Windows53
Programming The Power Windows53
Obstacle Detection Feature53
Overload54
Window Lockout54
Sunroof55
Sun Visors55
Sunroof Switch55
Express Open/Express Close56
Sunshade Switch56
Anti-Pinch Feature56
Seats And Restraints57
Head Restraints58
Front Seats58
Rear Seats59
Power Seat Adjustment60
To Adjust A Manual Seat60
Lumbar Adjustment61
Power Lumbar61
Thigh Support Adjustment61
Reclining Seatbacks62
Manual Reclining Seatbacks62
Memory Seats63
Power Reclining Seatbacks63
Storing Memory Positions63
Manually Recalling Memory Positions63
Automatically Recalling Memory Positions64
Heated And Ventilated Front Seats65
Easy Exit Recall65
Remote Start Heated And Ventilated Seats66
Folding The Seatbacks66
Raising The Seatbacks67
Reclining The Seatbacks67
Heated Rear Seats68
Rear Seat Pass-Through Door68
Why Safety Belts Work69
How To Wear Safety Belts Properly70
Questions And Answers About Safety Belts70
Lap-Shoulder Belt71
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster72
Safety Belt Pretensioners73
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides73
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy74
Safety Belt Extender75
Safety System Check75
Safety Belt Care75
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts After A Crash76
Airbag System76
Where Are The Airbags?78
When Should An Airbag Inflate?80
What Makes An Airbag Inflate?81
How Does An Airbag Restrain?81
What Will Your See After An Airbag Inflates?82
If The On Indicator Is Lit For A Child Restraint85
If The Off Indicator Is Lit For An Adult-Size Occupant86
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation87
Servicing The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle87
Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle88
Airbag System Check89
Replacing Airbag System Parts After A Crash89
Child Restraints90
Older Children90
Infants And Young Children92
Child Restraints System94
Rear-Facing Infant Seat94
Forward-Facing Child Seat94
Securing An Add-On Child Restraint In The Vehicle95
Booster Seats95
Securing The Child Within The Child Restraint96
Where To Put The Restraint96
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children97
Lower Anchors98
Top Tether Anchor98
Lower Anchor And Top Tether Anchor Locations99
Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System100
Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash105
Securing Child Restraints106
Storage113
Storage Compartments113
Glove Box113
Cupholders113
Front Storage114
Armrest Storage114
Center Console Storage114
Additional Storage Features115
Cargo Cover115
Install The Cargo Cover115
Cargo Tie-Downs116
Cargo Management System116
Remove The Cargo Cover116
Rear Storage Area117
U-Rail118
Installing The Fence119
Removing The Fence119
Storing The Fence120
D-Ring Sliders120
Cargo Nets121
Cargo Net Storage122
Convenience Net122
Roof Rack System123
Instruments And Controls125
Controls126
Heated Steering Wheel127
Horn127
Wipe Parking128
Rear Window Wiper129
Washer129
Headlamp Washer130
Reverse Gear Wipes130
Rear Wiper Arm Assembly Protection130
Compass131
Clock131
Setting The Time131
Cigarette Lighter132
Ashtrays132
Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators133
Instrument Cluster134
English Shown, Metric Similar134
Cluster Application Displays135
Speedometer135
Audio135
Phone135
Trip Odometer136
Tachometer136
Fuel Gauge136
Engine Coolant Temperature137
Safety Belt Reminders138
Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light138
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light138
Second Row Passenger Belt Belt Reminder138
Airbag Readiness Light139
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator140
Charging System Light141
Malfunction Indicator Lamp141
Light On Steady142
Light Flashing142
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs143
Brake System Warning Light144
Electric Parking Brake Light144
Service Electric Parking Brake Light144
Lane Departure Warning (Ldw) Light145
Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light145
Vehicle Ahead Indicator146
Traction Off Light146
Stabilitrak ® Off Light146
Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light147
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light147
Tire Pressure Light148
Engine Oil Pressure Light148
Fuel Economy Light148
When The Light Is On Steady148
Low Fuel Warning Light149
Security Light149
High-Beam On Light149
Adaptive Forward Lighting149
Front Fog Lamp Light150
Lamps On Reminder150
Cruise Control Light150
Adaptive Cruise Control Light150
Information Displays151
Driver Information Center (Dic)151
Dic Information Display Options151
Dic Information Displays151
Fuel Range152
Average Fuel Economy152
Instantaneous Fuel Economy152
Average Speed152
Speed Limit153
Speed Warning153
Cruise Set Speed153
Oil Life153
Vehicle Messages154
Battery Voltage And Charging Messages154
Brake System Messages154
Brake Fluid Low154
Compass Messages155
Cruise Control Messages155
Release Parking Brake155
Service Brake Assist155
Door Ajar Messages156
Engine Cooling System Messages156
Rear Access Open156
Hood Open156
Engine Oil Messages157
Fuel System Messages157
High Coolant Temperature157
Fuel Level Low157
Key And Lock Messages158
Lamp Messages158
Remote Left In Vehicle158
No Remote Detected158
Object Detection System Messages159
Forward Collision Alert Off159
Automatic Collision Prep Unavailable159
Front Camera Blocked Clean Windshield159
Lane Departure Warning Unavailable160
Park Assist Off160
Service Driver Assist System160
Service Front Camera160
Ride Control System Messages161
Service Park Assist161
Service Rear Auto Brake And Park Assist161
Service Side Detection System161
Airbag System Messages162
Security Messages162
Service Vehicle Messages162
Starting The Vehicle Messages162
Tire Messages162
Transmission Messages163
Tire Learning Active163
Tire Low Add Air To Tire163
Shift Denied163
Vehicle Speed Messages164
Vehicle Reminder Messages164
Vehicle Personalization164
Washer Fluid Messages164
Climate And Air Quality165
Auto Fan Max Speed165
Air Quality Sensor165
Auto Defog165
Auto Collision Preparation166
Go Notifier166
Comfort And Convenience166
Rear Cross Traffic Alert166
Easy Exit Options167
Chime Volume167
Language167
Vehicle Locator Lights167
Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out168
Auto Door Unlock168
Delayed Door Lock168
Remote Lock, Unlock, Start168
Universal Remote System Programming169
Remote Start Auto Heat Seats169
Passive Door Unlock169
Passive Door Lock169
Programming The Universal Remote System170
To Program Up To Three Devices170
Universal Remote System Operation172
Gate Operator And Canadian Programming172
Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons172
Lighting175
Exterior Lamp Controls175
Headlamp High176
Flash-To-Pass176
Daytime Running Lamps176
Curve Lighting177
Twilight Sentinel178
Lights On With Wipers179
Hazard Warning Flashers179
Turn And Lane-Change Signals179
Front Fog Lamps180
Instrument Panel Illumination Control180
Cargo Lamp181
Courtesy Lamps181
Lighting Features182
Entry Lighting182
Exit Lighting182
Battery Load Management182
Climate Control Systems187
Dual Automatic Climate Control System187
Automatic Operation189
Manual Operation189
Sync189
Air Delivery Mode Control190
Ac Mode190
Automatic Air Recirculation190
Rear Window Defogger191
Rear Climate Control System192
Sensor192
Remote Start Climate Control Operation192
Rear193
Rear Control Lockout193
Rear Auto193
Air Vents194
Maintenance194
Passenger Compartment Air Filter194
Operation Tips194
Driving And Operating197
Driving Information198
Distracted Driving198
Drunk Driving199
Defensive Driving199
Control Of A Vehicle199
Braking199
Off-Road Recovery200
Steering200
Hydraulic Power Steering200
Steering In Emergencies200
Loss Of Control201
Skidding201
Driving On Wet Roads202
Hydroplaning202
Other Rainy Weather Tips202
Highway Hypnosis203
Hill And Mountain Roads203
Other Driving Tips Include203
Winter Driving204
Driving On Snow Or Ice204
Blizzard Conditions204
If The Vehicle Is Stuck205
Rocking The Vehicle To Get It Out206
Vehicle Load Limits206
Tire And Loading Information Label206
Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit207
Certification Label209
Label Example209
Starting And Operating210
New Vehicle Break-In210
Adjustable Throttle And Brake Pedal211
Ignition Positions212
Stopping The Engine/Off212
If The Vehicle Must Be Shut Off In An Emergency212
Starting The Gasoline Engine213
Acc/Accessory213
On/Run/Start213
Service Only Mode213
Starting Procedure214
Engine Heater215
Retained Accessory Power (Rap)215
To Use The Engine Coolant Heater215
Shifting Into Park216
Torque Lock216
Leaving The Vehicle With The Engine Running216
Shifting Out Of Park217
Parking Over Things That Burn217
Engine Exhaust218
Running The Vehicle While Parked218
Automatic Transmission219
Manual Mode220
Driver Shift Control (Dsc)220
Fuel Economy Mode222
When Fuel Economy Mode Is On222
Drive Systems223
All-Wheel Drive223
Antilock Brake223
System (Abs)223
Parking Brake224
Using Abs224
Braking In Emergencies224
Epb Apply225
Epb Release225
Adaptive Cruise Control225
Automatic Epb Release226
Brake Assist226
Hill Start Assist (Hsa)227
Traction Control System (Tcs)227
Ride Control Systems Traction Control227
Limited-Slip Rear Axle230
Selective Ride Control230
Resuming A Set Speed232
Increasing Speed While Cruise Control Is At A Set Speed232
Setting Cruise Control232
Using Cruise Control On Hills233
Ending Cruise Control233
Erasing Speed Memory233
Setting Adaptive Cruise Control235
Increasing Speed While Acc Is At A Set Speed236
Selecting The Follow Distance236
Reducing Speed While Acc Is At A Set Speed236
Alerting The Driver237
Changing The Gap Setting237
Approaching And Following A Vehicle237
Stationary Or Very Slow-Moving Objects238
Acc Automatically Disengages238
Notification To Resume Acc238
Acc Override239
Curves In The Road240
Other Vehicle Lane Changes241
Cleaning The Sensing System241
Ending Acc241
Driver Assistance Systems242
Assistance Systems For Parking Or Backing242
Audible Or Safety Alert Seat242
Camera (Rvc)242
Turning The Features On Or Off246
Assistance Systems For Driving246
Forward Collision Alert (Fca) System246
Detecting The Vehicle Ahead247
Collision Alert248
Tailgating Alert248
Selecting The Alert Timing248
Without Adaptive Cruise Control248
Unnecessary Alerts249
Cleaning The System249
Intelligent Brake Assist (Iba)249
Automatic Collision Preparation (Acp) System250
Automatic Braking250
Brake Preparation250
Side Blind Zone Alert (Sbza)251
Sbza Detection Zones251
How The System Works252
When The System Does Not Seem To Work Properly252
Recommended Fuel255
Prohibited Fuels255
Gasoline Specifications256
California Fuel Requirements256
Fuels In Foreign Countries256
Fuel Additives256
Filling The Tank258
Filling A Portable Fuel Container260
General Towing Information261
Driving Characteristics And Towing Tips261
Driving With A Trailer261
Towing With A Stability Control System262
Backing Up262
Making Turns262
Passing262
Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer263
Driving On Grades263
Parking On Hills263
Leaving After Parking On A Hill263
Trailer Towing264
Maintenance When Trailer Towing264
Weight Of The Trailer264
How Heavy Can A Trailer Safely Be?264
Weight Of The Trailer Tongue265
Towing Equipment266
Hitches Total Weight On The Vehicle's266
Tires266
Safety Chains267
Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)267
Hitch Cover267
Trailer Brakes267
Conversions And Add-Ons268
Add-On Electrical Equipment268
Vehicle Care269
General Information270
Accessories And Modifications271
Vehicle Checks272
Hood273
To Open The Hood273
Engine Compartment Overview274
Engine Cover275
Engine Oil276
Checking Engine Oil276
When To Add Engine Oil276
To Ensure Proper Engine276
Selecting The Right Engine Oil277
Specification277
Viscosity Grade277
Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes278
What To Do With Used Oil278
How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System279
Automatic Transmission Fluid279
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter279
When To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter280
How To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter280
Cooling System281
Engine Coolant282
Checking Coolant284
How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank284
Engine Overheating286
If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment286
If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment286
How To Check Power Steering Fluid287
When To Check Power Steering Fluid287
Washer Fluid288
Adding Washer Fluid288
Brake Pedal Travel289
Brake Adjustment289
Brake Fluid289
Replacing Brake System Parts289
What To Add290
Battery291
Vehicle Storage291
Transfer Case291
Starter Switch Check291
Park Brake And Park Mechanism Check292
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control292
Wiper Blade Replacement293
Front Wiper Blade Replacement293
Rear Wiper Blade Replacement293
Headlamp Aiming294
To Remove The Cover294
To Remove The Wiper Blade294
Bulb Replacement295
Headlamps295
Halogen Bulbs295
High Intensity Discharge Lighting295
Driver Side296
Passenger Side296
High-Low Beam Headlamps297
Daytime Running Lamp298
Front Turn Signal Lamp298
Turn Signal Lamps299
Back-Up Lamps300
To Replace One Of These Bulbs300
License Plate Lamp301
Replacement Bulbs301
Electrical System302
Electrical System Overload302
Fuses And Circuit Breakers302
Headlamp Wiring302
Engine Compartment Fuse Block303
Instrument Panel Fuse Block305
Wheels And Tires310
All-Season Tires311
Winter Tires312
Summer Tires312
Tire Sidewall Labeling312
Dot Tire Date Of Manufacture313
Tire Ply Material313
Tire Identification Number313
Temporary Use Only314
Tire Inflation314
Tire Size314
Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit314
Tire Designations315
Tire Width315
Aspect Ratio315
Construction Code315
Tire Terminology And Definitions316
Accessory Weight316
Belt316
Bead316
Dot Markings317
Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight317
Normal Occupant Weight317
Occupant Distribution317
Speed Rating318
Traction318
Treadwear Indicators318
Vehicle Capacity Weight318
Tire Pressure319
Tire Pressure For High-Speed Operation320
Tire Pressure Monitor System321
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation322
Tpms Malfunction Light And Message323
Tpms Sensor Matching Process324
Tire Inspection325
Tire Rotation325
When It Is Time For New Tires327
Buying New Tires327
Different Size Tires And Wheels329
Uniform Tire Quality Grading330
Treadwear330
Temperature331
Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance331
Wheel Replacement332
Used Replacement Wheels332
Tire Chains333
If A Tire Goes Flat333
Tire Sealant336
Removal And Installation Of The Sealant Canister342
Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit342
Tire Changing343
Removing The Spare Tire And Tools343
Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire344
Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools348
Compact Spare Tire349
Jump Starting350
Appearance Care357
Exterior Care357
Locks357
Washing The Vehicle357
Finish Care358
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts358
Windshield And Wiper Blades358
Weatherstips359
Wheels And Trim359
Body Component Lubrication359
Underbody Maintenance360
Sheet Metal Damage360
Finish Damage360
Interior Care360
Interior Glass361
Coated Moldings361
Fabric/Carpet/Suede361
Speaker Covers361
Care Of Safety Belts363
Floor Mats363
Cargo Cover And Convenience Net363
Removing And Replacing The Floor Mats364
Service And Maintenance365
Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance367
Maintenance Schedule368
Engine Oil Change368
Owner Checks And Services368
At Each Fuel Stop368
Special Application Services373
Additional Maintenance And Care374
Hoses375
Lamps375
Shocks And Struts375
Recommended Fluids And Lubricants377
Maintenance Replacement Parts379
Technical Data383
Vehicle Identification383
Engine Identification383
Service Parts Identification Label383
Vehicle Data384
Capacities And Specifications384
Engine Specifications384
Engine Drive Belt Routing385
Customer Information387
Transportation Options400
Shuttle Service400
Public Transportation Or Fuel Reimbursement400
Courtesy Rental Vehicle400
Collision Damage Repair401
Collision Parts401
Repair Facility401
Insuring The Vehicle402
If A Crash Occurs402
Managing The Vehicle Damage Repair Process402
Service Bulletins403
Owner Information403
Reporting Safety Defects404
Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy405
Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government405
Event Data Recorders406
Radio Frequency Identification407
Radio Frequency Statement407
Onstar Overview409
Onstar Services410
Emergency410
Security410
Navigation410
Turn-By-Turn Navigation411
Using Voice Commands During A Planned Route411
Route Preview411
Get My Destination411
Connections412
Hands-Free Calling412
Calling 911 Emergency412
Retrieve My Number412
Onstar Additional Information413
Diagnostics413
Transferring Service413
Onstar Mobile App413
How Onstar Service Works414
Services For People With Disabilities414
Tty Users415
Languages415
Potential Issues415
Gps415
Cellular And Gps Antennas416
Unable To Connect To Onstar Message416
Vehicle And Power Issues416
Privacy416
Index419
Onstar Additional426