Engine Heater; Retained Accessory; Power (Rap) - Cadillac SRX 2011 Owner's Manual

9-22 Driving and Operating

Engine Heater

The engine coolant heater,
if available, can help in cold weather
conditions at or below 18°C (0°F)
for easier starting and better fuel
economy during engine warm-up.
Plug in the coolant heater at least
four hours before starting the
vehicle. An internal thermostat in
the plug end of the cord will prevent
engine coolant heater operation at
temperatures above 18°C (0°F).
To Use the Engine Coolant
Heater
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Open the hood and unwrap
the electrical cord. The cord is
located near the air cleaner.
3. Plug it into a normal, grounded
110-volt AC outlet.
WARNING
Plugging the cord into an
ungrounded outlet could cause
an electrical shock. Also, the
wrong kind of extension cord
could overheat and cause a fire.
You could be seriously injured.
Plug the cord into a properly
grounded three-prong 110-volt AC
outlet. If the cord will not reach,
use a heavy-duty three-prong
extension cord rated for at least
15 amps.
4. Before starting the engine, be
sure to unplug and store the
cord as it was before to keep
it away from moving engine
parts. If you do not it could
be damaged.
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
The length of time the heater should
remain plugged in depends on
several factors. Ask a dealer in the
area where you will be parking the
vehicle for the best advice on this.

Retained Accessory

Power (RAP)

These accessories can be used
after the engine is turned off:
Audio system (up to 10 minutes
or driver door is opened).
Power windows, sunroof
(if equipped), and power outlets
(up to 10 minutes or any door is
opened).