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Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081464) - 2014 - 1st crc - 6/3/13

10-96 Vehicle Care

2 NOTES

Table of Contents

Contents1
Vehicle Symbol Chart4
Danger, Warnings and Cautions4
Symbols4
Table of Contents7
In Brief7
Instrument Panel8
Instrument Panel9
- Initial Drive Information10
- Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System10
- Remote Vehicle Start10
- Start the Vehicle10
- Door Locks11
- Canceling a Remote Start11
- Keyless Access11
- Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)11
- Remote Vehicle Start11
- Power Liftgate Operation12
- Power Door Locks12
- Manual Liftgate Operation12
Liftgate12
- Remote Window Operation13
- Manual Seats13
Windows13
Seat Adjustment13
- Memory Features14
- Power Seats14
- Heated and Ventilated Seats15
- Head Restraint Adjustment15
- Passenger Sensing System16
- Mirror Adjustment16
- Exterior16
Safety Belts16
- Automatic Dimming Mirror17
- Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment17
- Steering Wheel Adjustment17
- Reading Lamps18
- Exterior Lighting18
- Dome Lamps18
Interior Lighting18
- Windshield Wiper/Washer19
- Windshield Washer19
- Rainsense19
- Rear Window Wiper/Washer20
Climate Controls20
- Driver Shift Control21
- Steering Wheel Controls21
- Vehicle Features21
Transmission21
Cruise Control22
Infotainment System22
Center (DIC)23
- Driver Information Center23
- Forward Collision Alert System23
- Alert (SBZA)24
- System24
- Ultrasonic Parking Assist24
- Warning (LDW)24
- Side Blind Zone24
- Rear Vision Camera24
- Lane Departure Warning24
- Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control26
- Performance and Maintenance26
Tire Pressure Monitor26
- Resetting the Oil Life System27
- Driving for Better Fuel Economy27
Engine Oil Life System27
Onstar ®28
Roadside Service28
- Keys, Doors, and Windows29
- Keys and Locks29
- Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation31
- Keyless Access Operation32
- Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Driver Door32
- Temporary Disable Passive Locking Feature33
- Keyless Liftgate Opening33
- Passive Locking33
- Keyless Unlocking/Locking from Passenger Doors33
- Programming Without Recognized Transmitter34
- Battery Replacement36
- To Start the Vehicle36
Remote Vehicle Start37
- Shutting the Engine off after Remote Start38
- Conditions in Which Remote Start will Not Work38
Door Locks38
- Delayed Locking39
- Inside the Vehicle39
- Power Door Locks39
- Automatic Door Locks40
- Lockout Protection40
- Safety Locks40
- Doors41
- Manual Liftgate42
- Power Liftgate42
- Manual Operation of Power Liftgate44
- Obstacle Detection Features44
- Setting the Power Liftgate44
- Arming the Alarm System45
- Vehicle Alarm System45
- Vehicle Security45
- Disarming the Alarm System46
- How to Detect a Tamper Condition46
- Immobilizer46
- Immobilizer Operation46
- Convex Mirrors48
- Exterior Mirrors48
- Folding Mirrors48
- Power Mirrors48
- Power Folding Mirrors49
- Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors49
- Reverse Tilt Mirrors49
- Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror50
- Interior Mirrors50
- Manual Rearview Mirror50
- Power Windows50
- Express-Down/Up Windows51
- Programming the Power Windows51
- Overload52
- Window Lockout52
- Sun Visors53
- Sunroof53
- Sunroof Switch53
- Anti-Pinch Feature54
- Sunshade Switch54
- Seats and Restraints55
- Front Seats56
- Head Restraints56
- Rear Seats57
- Lumbar Adjustment58
- Power Lumbar58
- Power Seat Adjustment58
- Reclining Seatbacks59
- Thigh Support Adjustment59
- Memory Seats60
- Power Reclining Seatbacks60
- Automatically Recalling Memory Positions61
- Manually Recalling Memory Positions61
- Storing Memory Positions61
- Easy Exit Recall62
- Heated and Ventilated Front Seats62
- Remote Start Heated and Ventilated Seats63
- Folding the Seatbacks64
- Raising the Seatbacks64
- Split Folding Seatbacks64
- Heated Rear Seats65
- Reclining the Seatbacks65
- To Raise the Seatback65
- Rear Seat Pass-Through Door66
- How to Wear Safety Belt Properly67
- Questions and Answers about Safety Belts67
- Why Safety Belts Work67
- Lap-Shoulder Belt68
- Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster69
- Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides70
- Safety Belt Pretensioners70
- Safety Belt Extender72
- Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy72
- Safety System Check72
- Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash73
- Safety Belt Care73
- Airbag System74
- Where Are the Airbags?75
- When Should an Airbag Inflate?77
- How Does an Airbag Restrain?78
- What Makes an Airbag Inflate?78
- What will You See after an Airbag Inflates?79
- If the on Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint82
- If the Odd Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Sized Occupant83
- Additional Factors Affecting System Operation84
- Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle85
- Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle85
- Airbag System Check86
- Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash86
- Child Restraints87
- Older Children87
- Infants and Young Children89
- Child Restraint Systems91
- Forward-Facing Child Seat91
- Rear-Facing Infant Seat91
- Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle92
- Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint93
- Where to Put the Restraint93
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children94
- Lower Anchors95
- Top Tether Anchor95
- Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations96
- Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation100
- Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash101
- Securing Child Restraints102
- Glove Box107
- Storage107
- Armrest Storage108
- Cupholders108
- Front Storage108
- Additional Storage Features109
- Cargo Cover109
- Center Console Storage109
- Install the Cargo Cover110
- Remove the Cargo Cover110
- Cargo Management System111
- Cargo Tie-Downs111
- Removing the Fence113
- U-Rail113
- D-Ring Sliders114
- Installing the Fence114
- Storing the Fence114
- Cargo Net115
- Cargo Net Storage116
- Convenience Net117
- Roof Rack System117
- Adjustment119
  - Instruments and Controls119
  - Controls120
  - To Adjust the Steering Wheel120
- Heated Steering Wheel121
- Horn121
- Instruments and Controls121
- Wipe Parking122
- Rear Window Wiper123
- Rear Wiper Arm Assembly Protection123
- Washer123
- Windshield Wiper/Washer123
- Wiper Arm Assembly Protection123
- Clock124
- Compass124
- Headlamp Washer124
- Reverse Gear Wipes124
- Power Outlets125
  - Setting the Time125
  - To Set the Date125
- Ashtrays126
- Cigarette Lighter126
- Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators127
- Instrument Cluster128
  - Audio129
  - Cluster Application Displays129
  - Navigation129
- Speedometer129
- Fuel Gauge130
- Tachometer130
- Trip Odometer130
  - Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge131
  - Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light132
  - Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light132
- Safety Belt Reminders132
- Second Row Passenger Belt Reminder Light132
- Airbag Readiness Light133
- Passenger Airbag Status Indicator133
- Charging System Light134
  - Malfunction Indicator Lamp135
  - Light Flashing136
  - Light on Steady136
  - Brake System Warning Light137
  - Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs137
  - Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light138
  - Electric Parking Brake Light138
  - Service Electric Parking Brake Light138
  - Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light139
- Vehicle Ahead Indicator139
- Stabilitrak ® off Light140
- Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light140
- Traction off Light140
- Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light141
- Tire Pressure Light141
- Engine Oil Pressure Light142
- Fuel Economy Light142
- Low Fuel Warning Light142
- When the Light Flashes First and then Is on Steady142
- Adaptive Forward Lighting143
- High-Beam on Light143
- Intellibeam Light143
- Security Light143
- Cruise Control Light144
- Driver Information Center (DIC)144
- Front Fog Lamp Light144
- Information Displays144
- Lamps on Reminder144
  - Average Fuel Economy145
  - DIC Information Display Options145
  - DIC Information Displays145
  - Instantaneous Fuel Economy145
  - Battery Voltage and Charging Messages147
- Vehicle Messages147
- Brake System Messages148
- Compass Messages148
- Cruise Control Messages148
- Door Ajar Messages149
- Engine Cooling System Messages150
- Engine Oil Messages150
- Engine Power Messages151
- Fuel System Messages151
- Key and Lock Messages151
- Lamp Messages152
  - Object Detection System Messages152
  - Automatic Collision Prep Reduced153
  - Automatic Collision Prep Unavailable153
  - Forward Collision Alert off153
  - Front Camera Blocked Clean Windshield153
  - Park Assist off154
  - Rear Auto Brake and Park Assist Unavailable154
  - Service Automatic Collision Prep154
  - Service Driver Assist System154
  - Ride Control System Messages155
- Airbag System Messages156
- Security Messages156
- Service Vehicle Messages156
- Starting the Vehicle156
- Tire Messages156
- Transmission Messages157
- Vehicle Reminder Messages157
- Vehicle Personalization158
- Vehicle Speed Messages158
- Washer Fluid Messages158
  - Audible Touch Feedback159
  - Language159
  - Radio159
  - Valet Mode159
  - Air Quality Sensor160
  - Auto Defog160
  - Auto Fan Max Speed160
  - Climate and Air Quality160
  - Auto Memory Recall161
  - Comfort and Convenience161
  - Easy Exit Options161
  - Go Notifier161
  - Delayed Door Lock162
  - Exit Lighting162
  - Remote Lock Feedback162
  - Unlocked Door Anti Lock out162
  - Passive Door Lock163
  - Passive Door Unlock163
  - Remote Start Auto Heat Seats163
  - Voice Mail Numbers163
  - Audio Feedback Speed164
  - Calibrate Touchscreen164
  - Prompt Length164
  - Turn Display off164
  - Programming the Universal Remote System165
  - Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons167
  - Universal Remote System Operation167
  - Using the Universal Remote System167
  - Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button168
  - Exterior Lamp Controls169
  - Lighting169
  - Driving with Intellibeam170
  - Intellibeam System170
  - Daytime Running Lamps171
  - Flash-To-Pass171
  - Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer171
  - Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL)172
  - Curve Lighting172
  - Twilight Sentinel173
  - Front Fog Lamps174
  - Hazard Warning Flashers174
  - Turn and Lane-Change Signals174
  - Cargo Lamp175
  - Courtesy Lapms175
  - Instrument Panel Illumination Control175
  - Entry Lighting176
  - Lighting Features176
  - Battery Load Management177
  - Battery Power Protection178
  - Exterior Lighting Battery Saver178
  - Infotainment179
  - Climate Control Systems181
  - Dual Automatic Climate Control System181
  - Automatic Operation182
  - Climate Control Status Screen182
  - Climate Control Touch Screen182
  - Air Delivery Mode Control183
  - Manual Operation183
  - Automatic Air Recirculation184
  - Driver and Passenger Heated and Ventilated Seats185
  - Rear Window Defogger185
  - Sensor185
  - Rear Climate Control System186
  - Air Vents187
  - Maintenance188
  - Passenger Compartment Air Filter188
  - Driving and Operating189
- Distracted Driving190
- Driving and Operating190
- Driving Information190
- Braking191
- Control of a Vehicle191
- Defensive Driving191
- Drunk Driving191
  - Curve Tips192
  - Hydraulic Power Steering192
- Off-Road Recovery192
- Steering192
- Driving on Wet Roads193
- Loss of Control193
- Skidding193
- Highway Hypnosis194
  - Hydroplaning194
  - Other Rainy Weather Tips194
  - Driving on Snow or Ice195
- Hill and Mountain Roads195
- Winter Driving195
- Blizzard Conditions196
- If the Vehicle Is Stuck197
  - Rocking the Vehicle to Get It out197
  - Tire and Loading Information Label198
- Vehicle Load Limits198
  - Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit199
  - Certification Label201
- New Vehicle Break-In202
- Starting and Operating202
- Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal203
- Ignition Positions203
  - Service Only Mode205
  - Starting the Gasoline Engine205
- Engine Heater207
  - Retained Accessory Power (RAP)207
  - To Use the Engine Coolant Heater207
  - Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running208
- Shifting into Park208
- Torque Lock208
- Engine Exhaust209
- Parking over Things that Burn209
- Shifting out of Park209
- Automatic Transmission210
  - Running the Vehicle While Parked210
  - Driver Shift Control (DSC)212
- Manual Mode212
- Fuel Economy Mode214
- All-Wheel Drive215
- Antilock Brake System (ABS)215
- Drive Systems215
  - Braking in Emergencies216
  - EPB Apply216
- Parking Brake216
  - Using ABS216
  - Automatic EPB Release217
  - EPB Release217
- Brake Assist218
- Hill Start Assist (HSA)218
- Ride Control Systems218
- Traction Control/Electronic218
- Turning the Systems off and on219
- Limited-Slip Rear Axle220
- Selective Ride Control220
- Cruise Control221
  - Resuming a Set Speed222
  - Setting Cruise Control222
  - Ending Cruise Control223
  - Erasing Speed Memory223
  - Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control223
  - Using Cruise Control on Hills223
- Adaptive Cruise Control224
  - Setting Adaptive Cruise Control225
  - Selecting the Follow Distance226
  - Alerting the Driver227
  - Approaching and Following Vehicle227
  - ACC Automatically Disengages228
  - Notification to Resume ACC228
  - Stationary or very Slow-Moving Objects228
  - ACC Override229
  - Other Vehicle Lane Changes230
  - Cleaning the Sensing System231
- Driver Assistance Systems231
- Ending ACC231
- Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing232
- Audible or Safety Alert Seat232
- Camera (RVC)232
- Assistance Systems for Driving236
- Forward Collision Alert (FCA)236
  - Turning the Features on or off236
  - Collision Alert237
  - Detecting the Vehicle Ahead237
  - Selecting the Alert Timing238
  - Tailgating Alert238
  - Active Emergency Braking System239
  - Automatic Collision Preparation (ACP) System239
  - Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA)239
  - Unnecessary Alerts239
  - Automatic Braking240
  - Brake Preparation240
  - SBZA Detection Zones241
  - Side Blind Zone Alert (Sbza)241
  - Lane Departure Warning (LDW)242
  - Seem to Work Properly244
  - When the System Does Not244
- Recommended Fuel245
  - Use of Seasonal Fuels245
  - California Fuel Requirements246
- Fuel Additives246
- Fuels in Foreign Countries246
- Gasoline Specifications246
- Filling the Tank247
  - Filling a Portable Fuel Container248
  - General Towing Information249
- Trailer Towing249
  - Backing up250
  - Following Distance250
  - Passing250
  - Towing with a Stability Control System250
  - Driving on Grades251
  - If Parking the Rig on a Hill:251
  - Leaving after Parking on a Hill251
  - Parking on Hills251
  - Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing252
  - Maintenance When Trailer Towing252
  - Weight of the Trailer252
  - Weight of the Trailer Tongue253
  - Hitches254
  - Total Weight on the Vehicle's Tires254
- Towing Equipment254
  - Hitch Cover255
  - Safety Chains255
  - Trailer Brakes255
  - Trailer Sway Control (TSC)255
  - Add-On Electrical Equipment256
- Conversions and Add-Ons256
  - Vehicle Care257
  - Accessories and Modifications259
  - California Perchlorate Materials Requirements259
  - Vehicle Checks259
  - Hood260
  - To Open the Hood260
  - Engine Compartment Overview261
  - Engine Cover262
  - Checking Engine Oil263
  - Engine Oil263
  - When to Add Engine Oil263
  - Selecting the Right Engine Oil264
  - Specification264
  - Viscosity Grade264
  - Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes265
  - When to Change Engine Oil265
  - Automatic Transmission Fluid266
  - Engine Air Cleaner/Filter266
  - How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System266
  - When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter266
  - How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter267
  - Cooling System268
  - Engine Coolant269
  - Checking Coolant270
  - How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank271
  - Engine Overheating272
  - If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment273
  - If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment273
  - How to Check Power Steering Fluid274
  - Power Steering Fluid274
  - Washer Fluid274
  - When to Check Power Steering Fluid274
  - Adding Washer Fluid275
  - Brakes275
  - Brake Fluid276
  - Brake Pedal Travel276
  - Replacing Brake System Parts276
  - Battery278
  - Starter Switch Check278
  - Transfer Case278
  - Vehicle Storage278
  - Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check279
  - Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check279
  - Wiper Blade Replacement279
  - Front Wiper Blade Replacement280
  - Rear Wiper Brake Replacement280
  - To Remove the Cover280
  - Bulb Replacement281
  - Halogen Bulbs281
  - Headlamp Aiming281
  - Headlamps282
  - High Intensity Discharge Lighting282
  - Driver Side283
  - Passenger Side283
  - Daytime Running Lamp (DRL)284
  - High/Low-Beam Headlamps284
  - Front Turn Signal Lamp285
  - Turn Signal Lamps285
  - Back-Up Lamps286
  - License Plate Lamp287
  - Electrical System288
  - Electrical System Overload288
  - Replacement Bulbs288
  - Engine Compartment Fuse Block289
  - Fuses and Circuit Breakers289
  - Headlamp Wiring289
  - Windshield Wipers289
  - Instrument Panel Fuse Block292
  - Rear Compartment Fuse Block294
  - Wheels and Tires297
  - All-Season Tires298
  - S298
  - Summer Tire298
  - Winter Tires298
  - Tire Sidewall Labeling299
  - Tire Designations301
  - Tire Size301
  - Tire Terminology and Definitions301
  - Tire Pressure304
  - How to Check305
  - Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation305
  - Tire Pressure Monitor System306
  - Tire Pressure Monitor Operation307
  - TPMS Malfunction Light and Message308
  - TPMS Sensor Matching Process309
  - Tire Inspection310
  - Tire Rotation311
- Tire Rotation312
  - When It Is Time for New Tires312
  - Buying New Tires313
  - Different Size Tires and Wheels314
  - Traction315
  - Treadwear315
  - Uniform Tire Quality Grading315
  - Temperature316
  - Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance316
  - Wheel Replacement316
- Tire Chains317
  - Used Replacement Wheels317
  - If a Tire Goes Flat318
  - Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit319
- Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit320
  - Tire Sealant321
  - Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister327
  - Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit327
  - Removing the Spare Tire and Tools328
  - Tire Changing328
  - Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire329
  - Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools333
Storage Compartments333
- Compact Spare Tire334
- Jump Starting335
- Towing the Vehicle339
- Recreational Vehicle Towing339
- Dinghy Towing339
- Dolly Towing341
- Appearance Care342
- Exterior Care342
- Locks342
- Washing the Vehicle342
- Finish Care343
- Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings344
- Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses, Emblems, Decals and Stripes344
- Weatherstrips345
- Air Intakes345
- Windshield and Wiper Blades345
- Underbody Maintenance346
- Wheels and Trim - Aluminum or Chrome346
- Body Component Lubrication346
- Steering, Suspension and Chassis Components346
- Interior Care347
- Finish Damage347
- Chemical Paint Spotting347
- Interior Glass348
- Coated Moldings348
- Fabric/Carpet/Suede348
- Speaker Covers348
- Floor Mats350
- Cargo Cover and Convenience Net350
- Care of Safety Belts350
- Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats351
- Service and Maintenance353
- Engine Oil Change355
- Maintenance Schedule355
- Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance355
- Special Application Services361
- Additional Maintenance and Care362
- Belts362
- Fluids362
- Hoses363
- Lamps363
- Shocks and Struts363
- Tires363
- Wheel Alignment364
- Windshield364
- Wiper Blades364
- Recommended Fluids and Lubricants365
- Maintenance Replacement Parts366
- Service Parts Identification Label371
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)371
- Vehicle Identification371
- Technical Data371
- Vehicle Data372
- Capacities and Specifications372
- Engine Drive Belt Routing374
- Customer Information375
- Customer Satisfaction Procedure375
- Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy388
- Event Data Recorders388
- Radio Frequency Statement389
- Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)389
- Onstar Overview391
- Onstar Services392
- Emergency392
- Security392
- Using Voice Commands During a Planned Route393
- Get My Destination393
- Connections393
- Store a Name Tag for Speed Dialing394
- Hands-Free Calling394
- Retrieve My Number394
- Calling 911 Emergency394
- Onstar Additional Information395
- Diagnostics395
- Transferring Service395
- Reactivation for Subsequent Owners395
- Languages397
- Potential Issues397
- Global Positioning System397
- Cellular and GPS Antennas397
- Privacy398
- Index401
Exterior Lighting402
- Traction Control System407
- Lane Departure Warning407
Memory Features408
- Windshield Wiper/Washer413

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