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Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2015 - CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28
2015 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-3
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-28
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-39
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Black plate (1,1)
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-13
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-20
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-28
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-41
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-54
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-57
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-65
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-25
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-26
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-41

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  • Page 1 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2015 - CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Black plate (1,1) 2015 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage .

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2015 - CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Black plate (2,1) 2015 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual Jump Starting ....10-63 Towing the Vehicle ..10-67 Appearance Care .
  • Page 3 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2015 - CRC 1st Edition - 5/22/14 Black plate (3,1) Introduction Refer to the purchase Warning documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the Warning indicates a hazard that features. could result in injury or death.

  • Page 4: Index

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2015 - CRC 1st Edition - 5/22/14 Black plate (4,1) Introduction Symbols Vehicle Symbol Chart : Fuel Gauge Here are some additional symbols : Fuses The vehicle has components and that may be found on the vehicle...

  • Page 5: In Brief

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (1,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 In Brief In Brief Mirror Adjustment ... . . 1-9 Side Blind Zone Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 1-9 Alert (SBZA) .

  • Page 6: Instrument Panel

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (2,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 In Brief Instrument Panel...
  • Page 7 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (3,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 In Brief 1. Air Vents on page 8-7. 10. Exterior Lamp Controls on 18. Heated and Ventilated Front page 6-1. Seats on page 3-8 (If 2.

  • Page 8: Initial Drive Information

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (4,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 In Brief Initial Drive : If equipped, press twice to open or close the liftgate. Press Information once to stop the liftgate from moving.
  • Page 9 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (5,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 In Brief When the vehicle starts, the parking Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) lamps will remain on as long as the To lock or unlock the doors from the Keyless Access engine is running.
  • Page 10 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (6,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 In Brief Liftgate On vehicles with a power liftgate, Windows the switch is on the driver door. The Manual Liftgate Operation vehicle must be in P (Park) to use the power feature.

  • Page 11: Memory Features

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (7,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 In Brief Remote Window Operation To adjust the seat: Memory Features Move the seat forward or If equipped, remote operating rearward by sliding the windows will open all the windows control (1) forward or rearward.

  • Page 12: Head Restraint Adjustment

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (8,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 In Brief Heated and Ventilated Head Restraint Press , if available, to ventilate the driver or passenger Seats Adjustment seat. A ventilated seat has a fan...

  • Page 13: Safety Belts

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (9,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 In Brief Safety Belts Mirror Adjustment See Folding Mirrors on page 2-18. Automatic Dimming Mirror Exterior If equipped, the driver outside mirror and the inside rearview mirror automatically adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you.

  • Page 14: Interior Lighting

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (10,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 1-10 In Brief To adjust the steering wheel: Interior Lighting 1. Pull the lever down. Dome Lamp 2. Move the steering wheel up or down.

  • Page 15: Exterior Lighting

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (11,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 In Brief 1-11 Reading Lamps Exterior Lighting : Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and There are reading lamps on the instrument panel lights.

  • Page 16: Climate Controls

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (12,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 1-12 In Brief HI: Use for fast wipes. Windshield Washer : Push the windshield wiper lever forward to spray washer fluid LO: Use for slow wipes.
  • Page 17 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (13,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 In Brief 1-13 Climate Touch Screen Controls Climate Control Buttons 1. Outside Temperature Display 1. Driver and Passenger 5. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 2. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls 6.

  • Page 18: Vehicle Features

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (14,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 1-14 In Brief 7. Rear (Rear Climate Control Vehicle Features Cruise Control Touch Screen) 8. Air Delivery Mode Control Infotainment System See Dual Automatic Climate Control...
  • Page 19 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (15,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 In Brief 1-15 SET : Press the control down Forward Collision Alert briefly to set the speed and activate (FCA) System cruise control or to decrease vehicle...

  • Page 20: Side Blind Zone

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (16,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 1-16 In Brief change to amber and flash. In See Assistance Systems for Parking addition, multiple beeps or seat addition, the driver seat will pulse or or Backing on page 9-42.

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (17,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 In Brief 1-17 Inside the center floor console. Active Emergency Performance and On the rear of the center floor Braking System Maintenance console. For vehicles with a rear...
  • Page 22 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (18,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 1-18 In Brief Press and release again to Tire Pressure Monitor tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the turn traction control back on.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (19,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 In Brief 1-19 Replace the vehicle's tires with ENGINE OIL SOON message See Engine Oil Life System on the same TPC Spec number will appear on the display. See page 10-9.
  • Page 24 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (20,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 1-20 In Brief NOTES...

  • Page 25: Windows

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (1,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-18 Windows Power Mirrors .

  • Page 26: Remote Keyless Entry

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (2,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Check the location. Other The key, located inside the Remote vehicles or objects may be Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, is blocking the signal.
  • Page 27 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (3,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Keys, Doors, and Windows On some models, pressing and Pressing may also arm the alarm holding will open all of the system. See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2-14.
  • Page 28 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (4,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the lock/unlock button is pressed Keyless Unlocking/Locking from (Remote Liftgate Release): Passenger Doors again within five seconds, all If equipped, press twice to open or passenger doors will unlock.
  • Page 29 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (5,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Keys, Doors, and Windows doors may lock with the RKE Programming Transmitters to START YOUR VEHICLE.. The transmitter inside the vehicle. Do REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE...
  • Page 30 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (6,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Battery Replacement 1. Press the button on the side of the transmitter near the bottom and pull the key out.

  • Page 31: Remote Vehicle Start

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (7,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Vehicle Start Other conditions can affect the 3. With the remote in the vehicle, performance of the transmitter. See...
  • Page 32 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (8,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Two remote vehicle starts or a Shutting the Engine Off After a Warning (Continued) start with an extension have Remote Start already been used.

  • Page 33: Delayed Locking

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (9,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Access (Lock): Press to lock the doors. To lock or unlock the door, use the (Unlock): Press to unlock the key in the driver door.

  • Page 34: Lockout Protection

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (10,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows This feature can also be Lockout Protection Safety Locks programmed. See Vehicle Lockout protection decreases the The rear door safety locks prevent Personalization on page 5-39.

  • Page 35: Doors

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (11,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Doors Press again to deactivate the Warning (Continued) safety locks and power windows. Liftgate Adjust the climate control If a rear door handle is being pulled...
  • Page 36 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (12,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Liftgate Power Liftgate Choose the power liftgate mode and press the center of the switch. For vehicles without Keyless...
  • Page 37 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (13,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Press the touch pad on the system to hold it open. If movement open temporarily, then slowly liftgate outside handle after is stopped below that minimum, the closes.

  • Page 38: Vehicle Security

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (14,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Setting the 3/4 Mode With the power liftgate disabled and Vehicle Security all of the doors unlocked, the liftgate...
  • Page 39 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (15,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 On Solid: Vehicle is secured will bypass the 30-second delay Disarming the Alarm System during the delay to arm the system.

  • Page 40: Immobilizer Operation

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (16,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows How to Detect a Tamper The inclination sensor can set off Inclination, and Intrusion the alarm if it senses movement of...
  • Page 41 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (17,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 ACCESSORY mode or the ON/ If the engine does not start and the transmitters can be programmed for RUN/START mode and a valid the vehicle.

  • Page 42: Exterior Mirrors

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (18,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) The vehicle may have side blind Convex Mirrors zone alert. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on page 9-50.

  • Page 43: Automatic Dimming Mirror

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (19,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Power Folding Mirrors Resetting the Power Folding Automatic Dimming Mirrors Mirror Reset the power folding mirrors if: If the vehicle has the automatic...

  • Page 44: Interior Mirrors

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (20,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Interior Mirrors Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a Interior Rearview Mirrors...
  • Page 45 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (21,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Express-Down/Up Windows 2. Place the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/ Windows that have the START. express-down/up feature allow the 3.

  • Page 46: Sun Visors

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (22,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows auto-reverse. The window will return Remote Window Operation The rear door safety locks are also to normal operation once the object enabled.

  • Page 47: Roof

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (23,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 Pull the sun visor down to block Roof 1. Sunroof Switch glare. Detach the sun visor from the 2. Sunshade Switch...
  • Page 48 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (24,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows Sunshade Switch Open/Close: To open or close the sunshade, press the front or back of the sunshade switch (2) to the first detent and hold to open or close the sunshade to a desired position.

  • Page 49: Seats And Restraints

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (1,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety Belts Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ..... 3-27 Safety Belts .

  • Page 50: Head Restraints

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (2,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Adjust the head restraint so that the head restraint down, and release top of the restraint is at the same the button.

  • Page 51: Seats And

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (3,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints The height of the head restraint can The vehicle's rear seat has an Front Seats be adjusted. Pull the head restraint adjustable headrest in the center up to raise it.

  • Page 52: Lumbar Adjustment

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (4,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints To adjust a power seat: Lumbar Adjustment Thigh Support Adjustment Move the seat forward or Power Lumbar rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.

  • Page 53: Reclining Seatbacks

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (5,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints Reclining Seatbacks Warning Power Reclining Seatbacks Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job.

  • Page 54: Memory Seats

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (6,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints Memory Seats Storing Memory Positions the ignition in OFF before the stored positions are reached stops the To save positions to the 1 and 2 recall.
  • Page 55 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (7,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints handle and open the driver door. Easy Exit Recall Obstructions The RKE transmitter must be If programmed on in the vehicle If something has blocked the driver present for the recall to activate.

  • Page 56: Heated And Ventilated Front

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (8,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints If the memory position is still not When this feature is off, the symbols recalling, see your dealer for on the buttons are white. When a service.

  • Page 57: Rear Seats

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (9,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints feature is canceled when the Rear Seats ignition is turned on. Press the button to use the heated or Split Folding Seatbacks...

  • Page 58: Heated Rear Seats

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (10,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-10 Seats and Restraints Raising the Seatbacks To raise the seatback: position. A tab near the seatback lever retracts when the seatback 1. Lift the lever on top of the is locked in place.

  • Page 59: Rear Seat

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (11,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints 3-11 the off setting. Three lights indicate Safety Belts the highest setting, and one light This section of the manual indicates the lowest.

  • Page 60: Safety Belts

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (12,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-12 Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing Warning (Continued) safety belts makes such good sense. are more likely to be seriously Questions and Answers About injured or killed.

  • Page 61: How To Wear Safety Belts

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (13,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints 3-13 Wear the shoulder belt over the Also, in nearly all regions, the shoulder and across the chest. law requires wearing safety These parts of the body are best belts.
  • Page 62 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (14,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-14 Seats and Restraints The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight.
  • Page 63 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (15,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints 3-15 To unlatch the belt, just push the are part of the safety belt assembly. button on the buckle. They can help tighten the safety...
  • Page 64 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (16,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-16 Seats and Restraints installed on a shoulder belt, and Warning (Continued) properly adjusted, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the and across the chest. These parts neck and head.

  • Page 65: Safety Belt Use During

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (17,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints 3-17 To remove and store the comfort Safety System Check guide, squeeze the belt edges Now and then, check that the safety...

  • Page 66: Replacing Safety Belt System Parts After A Crash

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (18,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-18 Seats and Restraints Airbag System Warning Warning (Continued) The vehicle has the following Do not bleach or dye safety belts. inspected and any necessary airbags: It may severely weaken them.
  • Page 67 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (19,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints 3-19 For frontal airbags, the word Here are the most important things Warning AIRBAG is on the center of the to know about the airbag system:...

  • Page 68: Where Are The Airbags

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (20,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-20 Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? Warning Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed.
  • Page 69 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (21,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints 3-21 Warning (Continued) or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an...

  • Page 70: When Should An Airbag

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (22,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-22 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the A seat-mounted side impact airbag direction of the impact, and how...

  • Page 71: How Does An Airbag

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (23,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints 3-23 inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the first and second rows. The rollover several minutes. For location of the airbag causing the bag to break out...
  • Page 72 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (24,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-24 Seats and Restraints parts for the airbag system. Warning (Continued) Warning If you do not get them, the airbag system will not be there...

  • Page 73: Airbag On-Off Switch

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (25,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints 3-25 Although children ages 1 to 12 Airbag On-Off Switch This switch should only be turned to ride in the rear seat(s) whenever...
  • Page 74 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (26,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-26 Seats and Restraints To turn off the front outboard Warning Warning (Continued) passenger frontal airbag, insert any key or a coin into the switch, push...

  • Page 75: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (27,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints 3-27 The front outboard passenger Your dealer and the service manual Warning (Continued) frontal airbag is now enabled (may have information about the location inflate).

  • Page 76: Replacing Airbag System Parts After A Crash

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (28,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-28 Seats and Restraints Child Restraints Caution Warning (Continued) Older Children If an airbag covering is damaged, protect you and your opened, or broken, the airbag passenger(s) in a crash, resulting may not work properly.
  • Page 77 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (29,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints 3-29 Can proper safety belt fit be The manufacturer instructions that In a crash, children who are not maintained for the length of the...

  • Page 78: Infants And Young

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (30,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-30 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Warning (Continued) Children belt. The belt force would then be Everyone in a vehicle needs applied right on the abdomen.
  • Page 79 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (31,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints 3-31 Warning (Continued) Warning tightened around a child s neck, Never hold an infant or a child the only way to loosen the belt is while riding in a vehicle.
  • Page 80 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (32,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-32 Seats and Restraints For most basic types of child Warning (Continued) Warning restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing the front outboard seat, always...

  • Page 81: Child Restraint Systems

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (33,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints 3-33 Child Restraint Systems Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint...

  • Page 82: Where To Put The Restraint

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (34,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-34 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child endangered in a crash if the child Securing the Child within the restraint is not properly secured in...
  • Page 83 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (35,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints 3-35 manually turn off the right front When securing a child restraint in a Warning (Continued) passenger airbag. See Airbag rear seating position, study the...

  • Page 84: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (36,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-36 Seats and Restraints Keep in mind that an unsecured use both the safety belts and the The LATCH anchorage system can child restraint can move around in a...
  • Page 85 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (37,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints 3-37 Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Either will have a single attachment (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor.
  • Page 86 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (38,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-38 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations To assist in locating the lower anchors, each seating position with lower anchors has two labels, near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion.

  • Page 87: System

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (39,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints 3-39 the instructions that come with the Warning (Continued) Warning child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. anchors, or use the vehicle safety...
  • Page 88 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (40,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-40 Seats and Restraints secure the restraints. Some 2. If the child restraint manufacturer Caution restraints also use another vehicle recommends that the top tether anchor to secure a top tether.

  • Page 89: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (41,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints 3-41 If you are using a dual 3. Before placing a child in the If the vehicle has the LATCH system...
  • Page 90 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (42,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-42 Seats and Restraints Children (LATCH System) on 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run page 3-36 for top tether anchor the lap and shoulder portions of locations.

  • Page 91: Securing Child Restraints

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (43,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints 3-43 6. If the child restraint has a top There is a switch on the instrument tether, follow the child restraint...
  • Page 92 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (44,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-44 Seats and Restraints If the child restraint uses a top Warning (Continued) Warning tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH outboard passenger airbag...
  • Page 93 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (45,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Seats and Restraints 3-45 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint.
  • Page 94 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (46,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 3-46 Seats and Restraints 6. To tighten the belt, push down 7. Before placing a child in the on the child restraint, pull the...

  • Page 95: Storage

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (1,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Storage Storage Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..4-1 Glove Box ....4-1 Do not store heavy or sharp Cupholders .

  • Page 96: Cupholders

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (2,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Storage Cupholders Front Storage A storage area is located in front of the shift lever. Push upward on the top of the door and release; the...

  • Page 97: Center Console Storage

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (3,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Storage Center Console Storage Additional Storage Features The center console has an armrest, upper storage tray, and lower storage area. Cargo Cover The armrest can be adjusted. Slide...
  • Page 98 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (4,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Storage into the rear compartment, or the lower (2) position to conceal objects in the rear compartment. Install the Cargo Cover 1. Hold the cartridge so that the pull-out shade faces the rear of the vehicle.

  • Page 99: Cargo Tie-Downs

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (5,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Storage Cargo Tie-Downs For vehicles equipped with cargo tie downs, the four tie-downs are located in the rear compartment of the vehicle. Use the tie-downs to secure small loads.
  • Page 100 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (6,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Storage Warning (Continued) closed position and latch before driving. If the cover is removed, always store it outside of the vehicle. When it is replaced, always be sure that it is securely reattached.
  • Page 101 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (7,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Storage U-Rail 3. Reinstall the fence and lock both latches (1) by turning to align with the arrow on the adapter (2). Press both adapter buttons to move the adapters (2) on the straight part of the u-rail.
  • Page 102 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (8,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Storage Installing the Fence 3. Insert the top of the fence into Insert the D-ring sliders (1) into the the lower two clips (1).

  • Page 103: Cargo Net

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (9,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Storage Warning (Continued) net. If items are not properly stored, damage to the net could occur and items can be thrown about the vehicle. You or others could be injured.
  • Page 104 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (10,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 4-10 Storage 3. Mount the cargo net to the rear 5. Mount the cargo net to the cargo 6. Pull on the straps to tighten...

  • Page 105: Convenience Net

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (11,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Storage 4-11 4. Open the cargo management Roof Rack System Caution system cover. 5. If equipped with a tire sealant Loading cargo on the roof rack...
  • Page 106 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (12,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 4-12 Storage fastened. Loading cargo on the roof rack will make the vehicle s center of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking, or abrupt maneuvers;...
  • Page 107 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (1,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature Security Light ....5-24 Gauge .

  • Page 108: Instruments And Controls

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (2,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls Security Messages ..5-36 Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel Service Vehicle Messages . . . 5-36 while driving.

  • Page 109: Horn

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (3,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls The steering wheel takes about Wipe Parking three minutes to start heating. If the ignition is changed to STOPPING THE ENGINE/OFF...

  • Page 110: Rear Window Wiper

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (4,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls Keep this area of the windshield Wiper Arm Assembly Protection activated. See Washer Fluid on clear of debris to allow for best...

  • Page 111: Headlamp Washer

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (5,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls ON: Press the upper portion of the The wiper operations return to Headlamp Washer button for continuous rear window normal when the transmission is no If equipped with headlamp washers, wipes.

  • Page 112: Power Outlets

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (6,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls Setting the Time Power Outlets There is a small cap that must be removed to access the accessory To set the time: The accessory power outlets can be power outlet.

  • Page 113: Cigarette Lighter

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (7,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls When adding electrical equipment, Caution Caution be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with Holding a cigarette lighter in while If papers, pins, or other the equipment.

  • Page 114: Indicators

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (8,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and function. Often gauges and warning...

  • Page 115: Instrument Cluster

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (9,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster...

  • Page 116: Speedometer

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (10,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-10 Instruments and Controls Cluster Application Displays Audio Info Pages: Press SEL while Info Pages is highlighted to select the While the Audio application page is...

  • Page 117: Odometer

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (11,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls 5-11 Odometer When the ignition is on, the fuel Caution gauge indicates about how much The odometer shows how far the fuel is left in the tank.

  • Page 118: Engine Coolant Temperature

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (12,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-12 Instruments and Controls The gauge takes a few seconds If the pointer approaches the If the engine coolant has to stabilize after the ignition is...

  • Page 119: Airbag Readiness Light

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (13,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls 5-13 may continue several times if the several times if the passenger the Driver information Center (DIC) driver remains or becomes indicating safety belt status.

  • Page 120: Airbag On-Off Light

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (14,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-14 Instruments and Controls the crash sensing and diagnostic When the vehicle is started, the Warning (Continued) module. For more information on the passenger airbag status indicator...
  • Page 121 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (15,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls 5-15 Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Do not turn off the front outboard To help avoid injury to yourself or passenger frontal airbag unless...

  • Page 122: Charging System Light

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (16,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-16 Instruments and Controls Charging System Light If a short distance must be driven with the light on, be sure to turn off all accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner.
  • Page 123 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (17,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls 5-17 follow the previous steps and see Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) your dealer for service as soon as possible. the vehicle fuel economy might...
  • Page 124 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (18,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-18 Instruments and Controls The OBD II (On-Board stalling when the vehicle is emission system test equipment will Diagnostics) system determines changed into gear, misfiring,...

  • Page 125: Brake System Warning

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (19,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls 5-19 Brake System Warning If the light comes on and stays on, The parking brake status light there is a base brake problem.

  • Page 126: Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (20,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-20 Instruments and Controls This light should come on briefly Antilock Brake System If the ABS light is the only light on, when starting the vehicle. If it does...

  • Page 127: Stabilitrak Off Light

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (21,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls 5-21 ® If it does not come on, have the Traction Off Light StabiliTrak OFF Light vehicle serviced. This light is green if LDW is on and ready to operate.

  • Page 128: Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (22,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-22 Instruments and Controls Traction Control System If the indicator/warning light is on Caution and flashing, the TCS and/or the ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light StabiliTrak system is actively The engine coolant temperature working.

  • Page 129: Tire Pressure Light

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (23,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls 5-23 Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS.

  • Page 130: Low Fuel Warning Light

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (24,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-24 Instruments and Controls For vehicles with the fuel economy Security Light High-Beam On Light mode light, it comes on when the eco (economy) button, located next to the shift lever, is pressed.

  • Page 131: Front Fog Lamp Light

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (25,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls 5-25 Front Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC displays are shown in the left and right interactive display zones on the instrument cluster.
  • Page 132 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (26,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-26 Instruments and Controls 4. Press SEL while an item is range estimate is based on an : Press the five-way control average of the vehicle's fuel...
  • Page 133 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (27,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls 5-27 vehicle has right now and changes Turn Arrow: Shows the next Cruise Set Speed: Shows the frequently as driving conditions...

  • Page 134: Vehicle Messages

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (28,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-28 Instruments and Controls other than when the oil has just Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and been changed. It cannot be reset Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC accurately until the next oil change.

  • Page 135: Brake System Messages

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (29,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls 5-29 TRANSPORT MODE ON RELEASE PARKING BRAKE Cruise Control Messages This message is displayed when the This message is displayed if the ADAPTIVE CRUISE SET vehicle is in transport mode.

  • Page 136: Door Ajar Messages

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (30,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-30 Instruments and Controls Heavy rain or snow is interfering SHIFT TO PARK BEFORE REAR ACCESS OPEN with the radar object detection or EXITING This message will display along with camera performance.

  • Page 137: Engine Oil Messages

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (31,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls 5-31 COOLANT LEVEL LOW ADD HIGH COOLANT ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL COOLANT TEMPERATURE On some vehicles, this message displays when the engine oil level...

  • Page 138: Fuel System Messages

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (32,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-32 Instruments and Controls If this message is on, but there is no Key and Lock Messages NO REMOTE PRESS BRAKE reduction in performance, proceed...

  • Page 139: Lamp Messages

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (33,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls 5-33 Lamp Messages TURN SIGNAL ON likely to occur. See Active Emergency Braking System on This message is displayed if the AUTOMATIC LIGHT page 9-49.
  • Page 140 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (34,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-34 Instruments and Controls FORWARD COLLISION This message could be due to the entire front and/or rear of the camera being blocked. Cleaning the vehicle.

  • Page 141: Ride Control System

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (35,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls 5-35 (LDW) system may not work. Do not SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT OFF need service. For cleaning, see use these systems until the vehicle "Washing the Vehicle"...

  • Page 142: Airbag System Messages

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (36,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-36 Instruments and Controls and check for the message on the SERVICE TRACTION Airbag System Messages DIC display. If the message has CONTROL SERVICE AIRBAG...

  • Page 143: Starting The Vehicle

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (37,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls 5-37 Starting the Vehicle TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time. The Messages...

  • Page 144: Washer Fluid Messages

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (38,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-38 Instruments and Controls TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Vehicle Reminder VEHICLE OVERSPEED ENGINE Messages This message displays when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h This message displays and a chime ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE (75 mph).

  • Page 145: Vehicle Personalization

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (39,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls 5-39 Vehicle Personalization Menus Language (Language) The following list of menu items may Personalization Select Language, then select from be available: the available language(s).
  • Page 146 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (40,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-40 Instruments and Controls Power Door Locks Radio Select Off or On. Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Press to display the Radio Menu Bose Audio Pilot...
  • Page 147 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (41,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls 5-41 Adaptive Cruise Control Auto Defog Select Off, Alert and Brake, or Alert. Parking Assist When set to On, the front defog will...
  • Page 148 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (42,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-42 Instruments and Controls Easy Exit Options Reverse Tilt Mirror Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds, or 120 Seconds. Chime Volume This allows the feature to be turned on or off.
  • Page 149 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (43,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls 5-43 Auto Door Lock Remote Unlock Light Feedback Remote Start Auto Heat Seats When on, the doors will When on, the exterior lamps will...
  • Page 150 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (44,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-44 Instruments and Controls Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Ringtones Select Confirm More or Confirm Less. This feature sounds an alert when Press to change the ring tone for the RKE transmitter is left in the the specific phone.
  • Page 151 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (45,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Instruments and Controls 5-45 Calibrate Touchscreen Return to Factory Settings Select to calibrate the touchscreen, Select and the following may be then follow the prompts.
  • Page 152 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (46,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 5-46 Instruments and Controls NOTES...

  • Page 153: Lighting Features

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (1,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Lighting Lighting Battery Load Management ..6-9 Exterior Lighting Battery Power Protection ..6-9 Exterior Lighting Battery Exterior Lamp Controls Saver .
  • Page 154 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (2,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Lighting Keep this area of the windshield (Parking Lamps): Turns on the clear of debris to allow for best parking lamps including all lamps, system performance.

  • Page 155: Daytime Running

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (3,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Lighting The vehicle is loaded such that on to indicate the IntelliBeam is Flash-to-Pass the front end points upward, reactivated. See Headlamp The flash-to-pass feature works with...
  • Page 156 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (4,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Lighting The exterior lamp control is This vehicle may have a DRL Curve Lighting in AUTO. disabling function. When the DRL The light beam pivots based on the are on and a turn signal is activated, The engine is running.

  • Page 157: Twilight Sentinel

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (5,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Lighting When it is bright enough outside, Twilight Sentinel Twilight Sentinel also provides the headlamps go off, and the exterior illumination when exiting the...

  • Page 158: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (6,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Lighting lamps, and other exterior lamps This warns others that you are If after signaling a turn or lane come on. The transition time for the having trouble.

  • Page 159: Instrument Panel Illumination Control

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (7,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Lighting Interior Lighting panel illumination control will set the (Front Fog Lamps): Press to lowest level to which the displays turn the fog lamps on or off. An will automatically be adjusted.

  • Page 160: Dome Lamps

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (8,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Lighting Dome Lamps Reading Lamps Lighting Features There are reading lamps in the Entry Lighting overhead console and over the rear passenger doors. These lamps...

  • Page 161: Battery Load Management

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (9,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Lighting opened after the ignition is turned When the battery's state of charge EPM works to prevent excessive off. The dome lamps also come on is low, the voltage is raised slightly discharge of the battery.

  • Page 162: Exterior Lighting Battery Saver

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (10,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 6-10 Lighting If some interior lamps are left on and the ignition is turned off, the battery rundown protection system automatically turns the lamp off after some time.

  • Page 163: Introduction

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (1,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction System Infotainment See the infotainment manual for Introduction information on the radio, audio players, phone, navigation system, Infotainment ....7-1 and voice or speech recognition.
  • Page 164 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (2,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Infotainment System NOTES...

  • Page 165: Air Vents

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (1,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Climate Control Systems The climate control buttons and the touch screen are used to adjust the Dual Automatic Climate Control heating, cooling, and ventilation.
  • Page 166 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (2,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Climate Controls 7. Rear Window Defogger 5. A/C Mode (Air Conditioning) Climate Control Status Screen 8. Recirculation 6. Climate Control Selection (Application Tray Button) 7.
  • Page 167 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (3,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Climate Controls When the indicator light is on or OFF (Fan): Press to turn the fan on Manual Operation AUTO is displayed on the touch or off.
  • Page 168 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (4,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Climate Controls To change the current mode, select Press AUTO to return to automatic (Recirculation): Press to one of the following: operation and the air conditioner alternate between recirculating air runs as needed.
  • Page 169 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (5,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Climate Controls operation. To turn Auto Defog off or settings to heat or cool the inside of Caution on, see Climate and Air Quality the vehicle.

  • Page 170: Rear Climate Control System

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (6,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Climate Controls Rear Climate Control 6. Rear AUTO (Automatic (On/Off) Operation) System 6. TEMP (Temperature Control) 7. Front (Front Climate Control If equipped with a rear climate...
  • Page 171 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (7,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Climate Controls SYNC: Press the SYNC button on Manual Operation Air Vents the touch screen to match the rear (Fan Control): Press Move the sliding knob on the air...

  • Page 172: Passenger Compartment Air Filter

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (8,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Climate Controls Maintenance 5. Remove the old air filter. 6. Install the new air filter. Passenger Compartment 7. Close the service door and Air Filter latches.

  • Page 173: Driving And Operating

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (1,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating Driving and Shifting Into Park ... . 9-18 Cruise Control Shifting out of Park ..9-18 Cruise Control .

  • Page 174: Driving Information

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (2,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Trailer Towing Driving Information passenger to handle potential General Towing distractions. Information ....9-57...

  • Page 175: Defensive Driving

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (3,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Helpful braking tips to keep in mind Warning between you and the driver in include: front of you.

  • Page 176: Off-Road Recovery

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (4,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating Wait until the vehicle is out of If power steering assist is lost Off-Road Recovery the curve before accelerating because the engine stops or gently into the straightaway.

  • Page 177: Loss Of Control

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (5,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 3. Turn the steering wheel to go If the vehicle starts to slide, follow Remember: Antilock brakes help straight down the roadway.

  • Page 178: Hill And Mountain Roads

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (6,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating Shift to a lower gear when going Other Rainy Weather Tips Warning (Continued) down steep or long hills. Besides slowing down, other wet...

  • Page 179: Winter Driving

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (7,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating Stay in your own lane. Do not Drive with caution, whatever the Turn off cruise control on slippery swing wide or cut across the condition.

  • Page 180: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (8,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating To save fuel, run the engine for only rocking method. See Traction Warning (Continued) short periods as needed to warm Control/Electronic Stability Control the vehicle and then shut the engine on page 9-28.

  • Page 181: Vehicle Load Limits

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (9,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating pedal while shifting, and press Tire and Loading Information Warning lightly on the accelerator pedal Label when the transmission is in gear.
  • Page 182 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (10,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-10 Driving and Operating maximum vehicle capacity Steps for Determining Correct and luggage load capacity is weight (2) in kilograms and Load Limit 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) pounds.
  • Page 183 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (11,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-11 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 453 kg...
  • Page 184 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (12,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-12 Driving and Operating seating positions. The combined Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Warning weight of the driver, passengers, (GVWR). The GVWR includes and cargo should never exceed...

  • Page 185: New Vehicle Break-In

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (13,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-13 Using heavier suspension Starting and Warning (Continued) components to get added Operating durability might not change your far forward as possible.

  • Page 186: Adjustable Throttle And Brake

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (14,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-14 Driving and Operating Ignition Positions Caution (Continued) breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased.
  • Page 187 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (15,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-15 To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle If the vehicle must be shut off in an Warning must be in ON/RUN mode and the emergency: brake pedal must be applied.

  • Page 188: Starting The Gasoline

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (16,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-16 Driving and Operating The ignition will switch from ACC/ The instruments and audio systems Caution ACCESSORY to OFF after will operate as they do in ON/RUN,...

  • Page 189: Power (Rap)

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (17,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-17 To start the vehicle: accelerator. If the vehicle starts Caution briefly but then stops again, do Starting Procedure the same thing. This clears the Cranking the engine for long 1.

  • Page 190: Shifting Into Park

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (18,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-18 Driving and Operating Shifting Into Park Torque Lock Warning (Continued) Torque lock is when the weight of 1. Hold the brake pedal down and the vehicle puts too much force on can move suddenly.

  • Page 191: That Burn

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (19,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-19 control is designed to prevent 2. Hold the brake pedal down and Engine Exhaust movement of the shift lever out of...

  • Page 192: Automatic Transmission

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (20,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-20 Driving and Operating Running the Vehicle Automatic Warning (Continued) While Parked Transmission There are holes or openings It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running.
  • Page 193 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (21,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-21 the shift lever button before you can ice, or sand without damaging your Warning shift from P (Park) when the ignition transmission.

  • Page 194: Manual Mode

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (22,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-22 Driving and Operating Downshifting the transmission in Manual Mode Caution slippery road conditions could result Driver Shift Control (DSC) in skidding. See Skidding under...
  • Page 195 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (23,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-23 DSC allows you to shift an Foot (PMLF) Mode. The feature While using the DSC feature, the automatic transmission similar to a...

  • Page 196: Fuel Economy Mode

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (24,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-24 Driving and Operating The gas pedal will be less When accelerating the vehicle from sensitive. a stop in snowy and icy conditions, you may want to shift into second The vehicle's computers will gear.

  • Page 197: All-Wheel Drive

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (25,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-25 Drive Systems Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to...

  • Page 198: Parking Brake

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (26,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-26 Driving and Operating suddenly slows or stops. Always Parking Brake parking brake-related Driver leave enough room up ahead to Information Center (DIC) messages.

  • Page 199: Brake Assist

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (27,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-27 flashing, have the vehicle serviced. EPB Release Caution (Continued) Do not drive the vehicle if the red To release the EPB: parking brake status light is flashing.

  • Page 200: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (28,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-28 Driving and Operating control module to supplement the forward or rearward, during vehicle Ride Control Systems power brake system under drive off. After the driver completely...
  • Page 201 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (29,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-29 vehicle wheel brakes to assist the See If the Vehicle Is Stuck on maintaining control. The vehicle is driver in keeping the vehicle on the...

  • Page 202: Limited-Slip Rear Axle

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (30,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-30 Driving and Operating To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak, Limited-Slip Rear Axle Caution press and hold the button until Vehicles with a limited-slip rear axle...

  • Page 203: Cruise Control

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (31,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-31 Sport: Use where road conditions The Driver Information Center (DIC) Cruise Control or personal preference demand will display SPORT MODE ON With cruise control, a speed of more control.
  • Page 204 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (32,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-32 Driving and Operating ® If the StabiliTrak system begins to into cruise when not desired. Keep (On/Off): Press to turn the limit wheel spin while using cruise system on and off.
  • Page 205 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (33,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-33 Once the vehicle reaches about Reducing Speed While Cruise override cruise control, briefly 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, press...

  • Page 206: Adaptive Cruise Control

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (34,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-34 Driving and Operating Erasing Speed Memory control system activates, the ACC Warning may automatically disengage. See The cruise control set speed is Traction Control/Electronic Stability...
  • Page 207 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (35,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-35 2. Get up to the desired speed. (Cancel): Press to disengage ACC without erasing the set speed 3. Press and release the SET .
  • Page 208 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (36,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-36 Driving and Operating Press and hold +RES up until Resuming a Set Speed accelerator pedal. The vehicle the desired set speed appears will now cruise at the lower If the ACC is set at a desired speed on the display, then release it.
  • Page 209 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (37,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-37 or Near) for the Forward Collision times. See Collision/Detection Press on the steering wheel to Alert (FCA) feature. See Forward Systems under Vehicle adjust the following gap.
  • Page 210 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (38,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-38 Driving and Operating speed increases or decreases to The ACC active symbol will not be Warning (Continued) follow the vehicle in front of you, but displayed when ACC is no longer will not exceed the set speed.
  • Page 211 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (39,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-39 parking brake status light will turn Warning Warning on. See Parking Brake on page 9-26. To release the electric Leaving the vehicle without...
  • Page 212 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (40,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-40 Driving and Operating When following a vehicle and Other Vehicle Lane Changes Warning entering a curve, ACC may not detect the vehicle ahead and On curves, ACC may respond to accelerate to the set speed.

  • Page 213: Driver Assistance Systems

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (41,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-41 Do not use ACC when driving on can become blocked by snow, ice, Driver Assistance steep hills or when towing a trailer.

  • Page 214: Assistance Systems For Parking Or Backing

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (42,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-42 Driving and Operating Audible or Safety Alert Seat When the vehicle is shifted into Warning (Continued) R (Reverse), the RVC displays an Some driver assistance features...
  • Page 215 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (43,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-43 arrow on the RVC screen to warn of Warning (Continued) traffic coming from the left or right. This system detects objects coming or vehicle damage.
  • Page 216 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (44,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-44 Driving and Operating detect objects and can also cause Beeps for Front Parking Assist are false detections. Keep the sensors higher pitched than for Rear Parking clean of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and Assist.
  • Page 217 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (45,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-45 may automatically brake hard to a Warning Warning (Continued) stop to help avoid or reduce the harm caused by a backing crash.

  • Page 218: Forward Collision Alert (Fca)

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (46,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-46 Driving and Operating Turn off parking assist and Rear Assistance Systems for Warning (Continued) Automatic Braking when towing a Driving trailer. Braking system. Before releasing...
  • Page 219 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (47,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-47 above 40 km/h (25 mph). If the FCA can be disabled with the FCA Warning vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control...
  • Page 220 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (48,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-48 Driving and Operating When your vehicle approaches Selecting the Alert Timing the farther away the alert will occur. another detected vehicle too rapidly,...

  • Page 221: System

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (49,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-49 front of the vehicle where radar continue to be applied as needed. Warning sensors are located, may correct IBA will automatically disengage the issue.

  • Page 222: Alert (Sbza)

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (50,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-50 Driving and Operating happens, Automatic Braking may Warning (Continued) Warning engage the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a stop.
  • Page 223 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (51,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-51 SBZA Detection Zones over that is in the side blind zone. Warning This indicates it may be unsafe to change lanes. Before making a lane...

  • Page 224: Warning (Ldw)

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (52,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-52 Driving and Operating SBZA can be disabled through serviced. The system may light up When SBZA is disabled for any vehicle personalization. See...
  • Page 225 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (53,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-53 detected lane marking without using Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) the turn signal in that direction, changes to amber and flashes.

  • Page 226: Fuel

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (54,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-54 Driving and Operating operation; the vehicle does not need Fuel available in some cities. If these service. Turn LDW off if these gasolines comply with the Use the recommended fuel for conditions continue.

  • Page 227: Fuel Additives

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (55,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-55 malfunction indicator lamp may turn Filling the Tank Warning (Continued) on. If this occurs, see your dealer for service. Warning Fuel can spray out if the fuel cap is opened too quickly.

  • Page 228: Filling A Portable Fuel

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (56,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-56 Driving and Operating The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel Filling a Portable Fuel Warning door on the passenger side of the Container vehicle.

  • Page 229: Trailer Towing

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (57,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-57 Do not tow a trailer during the Trailer Towing Warning (Continued) first 800 km (500 mi), to prevent damage to the engine, axle or...
  • Page 230 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (58,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-58 Driving and Operating Towing a trailer requires a certain trailer, which mainly occurs during Warning cornering. This is normal when amount of experience. The combination you are driving is towing heavier trailers.
  • Page 231 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (59,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-59 Making Turns lamps also flash, telling other grades, the vehicle could show drivers the vehicle is turning, signs similar to engine overheating.
  • Page 232 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (60,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-60 Driving and Operating If parking the rig on a hill: 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is Engine Cooling When Trailer clear of the chocks.
  • Page 233 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (61,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-61 tongue weight the vehicle can carry. See Weight of the Trailer Tongue later in this section. Maximum trailer weight is calculated...
  • Page 234 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (62,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-62 Driving and Operating Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Maximum Trailer...

  • Page 235: Towing Equipment

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (63,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-63 (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or Towing Equipment the RGAWR (Rear Gross Axle Hitches Weight Rating). The effect of additional weight may reduce the...
  • Page 236 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (64,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-64 Driving and Operating Hitch Cover To reinstall the hitch cover: Trailer Brakes 1. Hold the cover at a 45 degree A loaded trailer that weighs more...

  • Page 237: Conversions And Add-Ons

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (65,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Driving and Operating 9-65 Conversions and Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the Add-Ons vehicle is not operating. The vehicle has an airbag system.
  • Page 238 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (66,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 9-66 Driving and Operating NOTES...

  • Page 239: Vehicle Care

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (1,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Starter Switch Check ..10-22 Engine Compartment Fuse Automatic Transmission Shift Block ..... 10-33...

  • Page 240: General Information

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (2,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-2 Vehicle Care Tire Chains ....10-54 General Information Damage to vehicle components If a Tire Goes Flat .

  • Page 241: Vehicle Checks

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (3,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-3 Vehicle Checks If doing some of your own service Hood work, use the proper service To open the hood: manual. It tells you much more...
  • Page 242 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (4,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-4 Vehicle Care 2. Move the secondary hood release lever up to release the striker. The lever is located near the middle of the hood.

  • Page 243: Engine Compartment Overview

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (5,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-5 Engine Compartment Overview...

  • Page 244: Engine Cover

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (6,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-6 Vehicle Care 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on 10. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. 1. Oil Fill Cap page 10-10. See Jump Starting on 2. Engine Cover Bolt page 10-63.

  • Page 245: Engine Oil

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (7,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-7 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil 2. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean paper towel or cloth, It is a good idea to check the engine To ensure proper engine then push it back in all the way.
  • Page 246 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (8,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-8 Vehicle Care Selecting the Right Engine Oil Caution (Continued) Caution Selecting the right engine oil depends on both the proper oil operating range, i.e., the engine Failure to use the recommended specification and viscosity grade.

  • Page 247: Engine Oil Life System

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (9,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-9 Engine Oil Additives/Engine Used oil can be a threat to the necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE environment. If you change your OIL SOON message comes on. See...

  • Page 248: Automatic Transmission

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (10,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-10 Vehicle Care How to Reset the Engine Oil changed. It cannot be reset Automatic Transmission accurately until the next oil Life System Fluid change.
  • Page 249 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (11,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-11 after each 80 000 km (50,000 mi) 1. Air Duct Clamp 2. Locate the air filter housing on interval. See Maintenance Schedule the front passenger side of the 2.

  • Page 250: Cooling System

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (12,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-12 Vehicle Care 8. Replace air cleaner cover by Caution Warning inserting the four tabs into the slots. Lower cover to meet If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt An electric engine cooling fan bottom of the box.

  • Page 251: Engine Coolant

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (13,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-13 problem with engine overheating, Warning Caution see Engine Overheating on page 10-16. Heater and radiator hoses, and Using coolant other than ®...
  • Page 252 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (14,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-14 Vehicle Care Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Check to see if coolant is visible in Caution (Continued) drinkable water and DEX-COOL the coolant surge tank. If the coolant coolant.
  • Page 253 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (15,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-15 How to Add Coolant to the Warning Warning (Continued) Coolant Surge Tank Steam and scalding liquids from a could catch fire and you or others...

  • Page 254: Engine Overheating

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (16,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-16 Vehicle Care 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with Caution the proper mixture to the indicated level mark. If the pressure cap is not tightly 4.
  • Page 255 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (17,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-17 Tows a trailer. should be running. If they are not, Warning (Continued) do not continue to run the engine If the overheat warning displays with and have the vehicle serviced.

  • Page 256: Power Steering Fluid

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (18,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-18 Vehicle Care If there is no sign of steam, idle the How to Check Power Steering What to Use engine for three minutes while Fluid parked.

  • Page 257: Brakes

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (19,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-19 below freezing, use a fluid that has Brakes Caution sufficient protection against This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc freezing. Do not use engine coolant...

  • Page 258: Brake Fluid

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (20,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-20 Vehicle Care Some driving conditions or climates Replacing Brake System Parts Brake Fluid can cause a brake squeal when the The braking system on a vehicle is brakes are first applied or lightly complex.
  • Page 259 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (21,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-21 hydraulic system fixed, since a What to Add Caution (Continued) leak means that sooner or later Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid the brakes will not work well.
  • Page 260 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (22,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-22 Vehicle Care All-Wheel Drive Warning Transfer Case Batteries have acid that can burn Under normal driving conditions, you and gas that can explode.

  • Page 261: Function Check

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (23,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-23 2. Apply both the parking brake 1. Before starting this check, be Warning (Continued) and the regular brake. sure there is enough room around the vehicle.

  • Page 262: Replacement

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (24,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-24 Vehicle Care Contact your dealer if service is Front Wiper Blade 4. Reverse steps 1 3 for wiper required. blade replacement. Replacement Rear Wiper Blade Replacement...

  • Page 263: Headlamp Aiming

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (25,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-25 4. After wiper blade replacement, To remove the wiper blade: Headlamp Aiming ensure that the cover hook Headlamp aim has been preset and slides into the slot in the blade should need no further adjustment.

  • Page 264: Bulb Replacement

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (26,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-26 Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) Lighting For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on Warning page 10-32.
  • Page 265 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (27,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-27 Driver Side The removal of the underhood electrical center cover is required for the replacement of one of these bulbs: 1. Open the hood. See Hood on page 10-3.
  • Page 266 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (28,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-28 Vehicle Care 3. Lift the air cleaner/filter base to 8. Install the cap with the down disengage from the three pins. arrow pointing down in the back of the headlamp assembly.

  • Page 267: Turn Signal Lamps

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (29,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-29 Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) 6. Connect the electrical connector. 4. Install the bulb socket in the headlamp assembly. (Uplevel) 7. Install the cap with the down arrow pointing down in the back 5.
  • Page 268 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (30,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-30 Vehicle Care 2. Remove the push pin (1) on the 4. Remove the two screws from the 6. Turn the turn signal lamp bulb taillamp cover (2).

  • Page 269: Back-Up Lamps

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (31,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-31 11. Push the push pin to secure the taillamp cover. Back-Up Lamps This vehicle has LED back up and rear fog lamps. For replacement of these lamps, contact your dealer.

  • Page 270: Replacement Bulbs

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (32,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-32 Vehicle Care 8. Push on the lamp side opposite Electrical System Headlamp Wiring the clip until the lamp assembly An electrical overload may cause snaps into place.

  • Page 271: Breakers

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (33,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-33 Fuses and Circuit Engine Compartment Breakers Fuse Block The wiring circuits in the vehicle are To remove the fuse block cover,...
  • Page 272 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (34,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-34 Vehicle Care J-Case Usage Fuses Rear Electrical Center 2 Cooling Fan 2 Starter Cooling Fan 1 Mini Fuses Usage Engine Control Module Battery...
  • Page 273 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (35,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-35 Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Engine Control Battery Sense High-Beam Module Powertrain (Regulated Voltage Headlamp Right Control)

  • Page 274: Block

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (36,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-36 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Mini Relays Usage Block Run/Crank Micro Usage Relays Vacuum Pump Wiper Control Wiper Speed Starter Cool Fan 3...
  • Page 275 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (37,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-37 Mini Fuses Usage DISPLY Display S/ROOF Sunroof Universal Handsfree Phone (If Equipped) Radio Auxiliary Power IP/CNSL Outlet Instrument Panel/Console CNSL Auxiliary Power...

  • Page 276: Block

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (38,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-38 Vehicle Care Rear Compartment Fuse Mini Fuses Usage J-Case Usage Block Fuses BCM 6 Body Control Module 6 BCM 8 Body Control Module 8...
  • Page 277 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (39,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-39 Fuses Usage AOS MDL Automatic Occupant Sensing Module AUX PWR Auxiliary Power Outlet * BCM Body Control THEFT Module Theft CAMERA...
  • Page 278 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (40,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-40 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage HTD MIR Heated Mirror Rear Drive Module UGDO Universal Garage Door Opener IGN/ Ignition/Theft 1...

  • Page 279: Wheels And Tires

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (41,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-41 Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Tires and a serious crash. See Worn or old tires can Vehicle Load Limits on cause a crash.

  • Page 280: All-Season Tires

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (42,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-42 Vehicle Care Use only radial ply tires of the See Tire Pressure for traction or performance as winter same size, load range, and tires on snow or ice-covered roads.

  • Page 281: Tire Pressure

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (43,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-43 Tire Pressure When to Check Caution (Continued) Check the tires once a month or Tires need the correct amount of Unusual wear.

  • Page 282: Tire Pressure For

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (44,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-44 Vehicle Care pressure on the Tire and the tires to the recommended cold Warning (Continued) tire inflation pressure when Loading Information label, no high-speed driving has ended.
  • Page 283 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (45,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-45 The Tire Pressure Monitor System Accordingly, when the low tire approximately one minute and then (TPMS) uses radio and sensor pressure telltale illuminates, you remain continuously illuminated.

  • Page 284: Operation

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (46,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-46 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor tires to the recommended pressure A Tire and Loading Information label, attached to your vehicle, shown on the Tire and Loading Operation Information label.
  • Page 285 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (47,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-47 Replacement tires or wheels do TPMS sensor. The malfunction Caution (Continued) not match the original equipment light and DIC message should tires or wheels.
  • Page 286 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (48,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-48 Vehicle Care should also be performed after 3. Make sure the Tire Pressure info 7. Place the relearn tool against replacing a spare tire with a road display option is turned on.

  • Page 287: Tire Inspection

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (49,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-49 The tire has a puncture, cut, 12. Set all four tires to the unusual wear continues after the or other damage that cannot...

  • Page 288: When It Is Time For New Tires

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (50,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-50 Vehicle Care Loading Information label after Warning (Continued) the tires have been rotated. See Tire Pressure on page 10-43 wheel attaches to the vehicle. In...

  • Page 289: Buying New Tires

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (51,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-51 equipped, be replaced after six at least a month, remove the tires or number is molded onto the tire's years, regardless of tread wear. The raise the vehicle to reduce the sidewall near the tire size.

  • Page 290: Different Size Tires And Wheels

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (52,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-52 Vehicle Care Winter tires with the same speed sure they are the same size, Warning rating as the original equipment load range, speed rating, and...

  • Page 291: Wheel Alignment And Tire

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (53,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-53 performance, including its braking, See Buying New Tires on Wheel Replacement ride and handling characteristics, page 10-51 and Accessories and Replace any wheel that is bent, stability, and resistance to rollover Modifications on page 10-2.

  • Page 292: Tire Chains

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (54,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-54 Vehicle Care Used Replacement Wheels Warning Warning (Continued) Warning Using the wrong replacement parts. The area damaged by the wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel...

  • Page 293: If A Tire Goes Flat

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (55,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-55 If a Tire Goes Flat Warning Warning (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blow out Driving on a flat tire will cause changing a flat tire.

  • Page 294: Tire Changing

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (56,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-56 Vehicle Care Tire Changing Warning (Continued) Removing the Spare Tire and 1. Set the parking brake firmly. Tools 2. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in 1 (First) or R (Reverse).
  • Page 295 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (57,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-57 2. Press on the bottom of the 3. Remove the spare tire cover. 5. Remove the nut retaining the handle assembly to unlatch it spare tire.
  • Page 296 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (58,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-58 Vehicle Care 1. Do a safety check before 4. Turn the wheel wrench 6. Position the jack lift head at the proceeding. See If a Tire Goes counterclockwise to loosen all jack location nearest the flat tire.
  • Page 297 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (59,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-59 Warning Warning Getting under a vehicle when it is Lifting a vehicle and getting under lifted on a jack is dangerous.
  • Page 298 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (60,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-60 Vehicle Care 10. Put the compact spare tire 13. Place the compact spare tire Warning (Continued) near you. on the wheel-mounting surface. changing a wheel, remove any...
  • Page 299 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (61,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-61 Warning (Continued) Caution to the proper torque specification Wheel covers will not fit on the after replacing. Follow the torque vehicle's compact spare. If you try...

  • Page 300: Compact Spare Tire

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (62,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-62 Vehicle Care 2. Put back all tools as they were 5. Attach the strap to the cargo The compact spare is for temporary...

  • Page 301: Jump Starting

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (63,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-63 designed for temporary use only. Do not use the compact spare on Jump Starting The vehicle will perform differently other vehicles.
  • Page 302 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (64,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-64 Vehicle Care Your vehicle is equipped with a Caution Caution (Continued) remote positive (+) terminal (1) and a remote negative ( ) terminal (2).
  • Page 303 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (65,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-65 4. Open the hood on the other Caution Warning (Continued) vehicle and locate the positive (+) and negative ( ) If any accessories are left on or...
  • Page 304 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (66,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-66 Vehicle Care cable to the negative ( ) terminal to a remote negative ( ) terminal Warning on the vehicle with the dead on the dead battery because this can cause sparks.

  • Page 305: Towing The Vehicle

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (67,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-67 Towing the Vehicle Front Tow Eye Caution If the jumper cables are Caution connected or removed in the Incorrectly towing a disabled wrong order, electrical shorting vehicle may cause damage.
  • Page 306 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (68,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-68 Vehicle Care Rear Tow Eye Install the tow eye into the socket by Install the tow eye into the socket by turning it clockwise until it stops in a turning it clockwise until it stops in a horizontal position.

  • Page 307: Recreational Vehicle

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (69,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-69 Is the proper towing equipment Recreational Vehicle going to be used? See your Towing dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and Recreational vehicle towing means equipment recommendations.
  • Page 308 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (70,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-70 Vehicle Care 5. Press the START/STOP button Caution Caution again. The engine will stop, the DIC will display SHIFT TO If 105 km/h (65 mph) is exceeded...

  • Page 309: Appearance Care

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (71,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-71 be placed on a platform trailer with Appearance Care all four wheels off of the ground or dinghy towed from the front.
  • Page 310 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (72,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-72 Vehicle Care washed. This could cause damage calcium chloride and other salts, ice Caution (Continued) melting agents, road oil and tar, tree that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
  • Page 311 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (73,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-73 The bright metal moldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ Caution (Continued) vehicle are aluminum or stainless Lenses, Emblems, Decals and steel. To prevent damage always Stripes may damage it.
  • Page 312 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (74,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-74 Vehicle Care Aftermarket appearance caps or Windshield and Wiper Blades can be removed by rubbing with a covers while the lamps are clean cloth. See Recommended...
  • Page 313 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (75,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-75 silicone grease on weatherstrips Caution Caution (Continued) with a clean cloth will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick...

  • Page 314: Interior Care

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (76,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-76 Vehicle Care Finish Damage Use a soft bristle brush to remove To prevent damage, do not clean the interior using the following dust from knobs and crevices on the Quickly repair minor chips and instrument cluster.
  • Page 315 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (77,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-77 Interior Glass Coated Moldings To clean: 1. Saturate a clean lint-free To clean, use a terry cloth fabric Coated moldings should be cleaned.
  • Page 316 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (78,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-78 Vehicle Care cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small Caution Caution (Continued) hidden area for colorfastness before using a commercial upholstery Do not attach a device with a may cause permanent damage.

  • Page 317: Floor Mats

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (79,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Vehicle Care 10-79 The original equipment floor Caution Warning mats were designed for your vehicle. If the floor mats need Use of air fresheners may cause Do not bleach or dye safety belts.
  • Page 318 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (80,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 10-80 Vehicle Care 1. Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock each retainer and remove. 2. Reinstall by lining up the floor...

  • Page 319: Service And Maintenance

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (1,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information Please read the information under Scheduled Maintenance. To keep Maintenance the vehicle in good condition, see Caution your dealer.

  • Page 320: Maintenance Schedule

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (2,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 11-2 Service and Maintenance Rotation of New Tires Maintenance Warning (Continued) Tire rotation is not recommended if Schedule the vehicle has different size tires If in doubt, see your dealer to on the front and rear wheels.
  • Page 321 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (3,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Service and Maintenance 11-3 Body hinges and latches, key system whenever the oil is changed. damaged wiper blade lock cylinders, folding seat See Engine Oil Life System on replacement.
  • Page 322 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (4,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 11-4 Service and Maintenance Additional Required Services Once a Year Every 40 000 km/25,000 Miles See Starter Switch Check on Passenger compartment air filter Every Service page 10-22.
  • Page 323 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (5,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Service and Maintenance 11-5 All-wheel-drive vehicles only: Every 80 000 km/50,000 Miles Transfer case fluid change Evaporative control system (severe service) for vehicles inspection. Check all fuel and...

  • Page 324: Lubricants, And Parts

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (6,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 11-6 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® Engine Oil Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.

  • Page 325: Maintenance Replacement Parts

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (7,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Key Lock Cylinders, Hood, Door, and Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241). Folding Seat Hinges Power Liftgate Actuator Ball Joint Multi-Purpose Lubricant (GM Part No.

  • Page 326: Maintenance Records

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (8,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 11-8 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts.
  • Page 327 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (9,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Service and Maintenance 11-9 Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading...
  • Page 328 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (10,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 11-10 Service and Maintenance NOTES...

  • Page 329: Technical Data

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (1,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification...

  • Page 330: Vehicle Data

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (2,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.

  • Page 331: Engine Drive Belt Routing

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (3,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Technical Data 12-3 Vehicle Top Speed Top Speed Metric English 3.6L V6 205 km/h 127 mph Engine Drive Belt Routing...
  • Page 332 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (4,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 12-4 Technical Data NOTES...

  • Page 333: Customer Information

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (1,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Customer Information 13-1 Customer Customer Information Vehicle Data Recording and Information Radio Frequency Privacy Identification (RFID) The vehicle has a number of Customer Information...

  • Page 334: Event Data Recorders

    Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087806) - 2015 - Black plate (2,1) CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 13-2 Customer Information Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a GM will not access this data or better understanding of the share it with others except: with the...
  • Page 335 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2015 - CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Black plate (1,1) INDEX Appearance Care Airbag System (cont'd) What Will You See after an Exterior ..... 10-71 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? .
  • Page 336 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2015 - CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Black plate (2,1) INDEX Bulb Replacement ... . 10-32 Center Console Storage ..4-3 Back-up Lamps .
  • Page 337 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2015 - CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Black plate (3,1) INDEX Control Driving Traction and Electronic Assistance Systems ..9-46 Danger, Warnings, and Stability .....9-28 Characteristics and Cautions .
  • Page 338 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2015 - CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Black plate (4,1) INDEX Electrical System Engine (cont'd) Fluid Oil Life System ....10-9 Engine Compartment Automatic Transmission .
  • Page 339 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2015 - CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Black plate (5,1) INDEX Fuses General Information Heated Engine Compartment Service and Maintenance ..11-1 Rear Seats ....3-10 Fuse Block .
  • Page 340 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2015 - CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Black plate (6,1) INDEX Lamps (cont'd) Lights (cont'd) Messages ....5-33 Charging System .
  • Page 341 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2015 - CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Black plate (7,1) INDEX Locks Messages Mirrors Automatic Door ....2-10 Airbag System ....5-36 Automatic Dimming .
  • Page 342 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2015 - CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Black plate (8,1) INDEX Off-Road Personalization Rear Seats ..... 3-9 Recovery .
  • Page 343 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2015 - CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Black plate (9,1) INDEX Retained Accessory Safety Belts (cont'd) Service Reminders ....5-12 Power (RAP) .
  • Page 344 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2015 - CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Black plate (10,1) i-10 INDEX Specifications and Storage Compartments ..4-1 Tires ......10-41 Capacities .
  • Page 345 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2015 - CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Black plate (11,1) INDEX i-11 Towing (cont'd) Trailer ......9-60...
  • Page 346 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2015 - CRC 1st Edition - 5/19/14 Black plate (12,1) i-12 INDEX When It Is Time for New Tires ......10-50 Where to Put the Restraint .

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