Cadillac SRX User Manual

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Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2011
2011 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-46
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-29
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-42
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-48
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19
Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-37
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-50
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-17
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-26
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-34
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-38
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-40
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-47
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-54
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-62

Cadillac SRX Specifications

General

Brand	Cadillac
Model	SRX
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Overview of the vehicle's dashboard and its components.

Initial Drive Information

Key features and information for starting to drive the vehicle.

Vehicle Features

Comprehensive list and brief description of various vehicle features.

Performance and Maintenance

Information on vehicle performance and essential maintenance.

Keys, Doors and Windows

Keys and Locks

Details on keys, locks, and remote entry system operation.

Doors

Information on manual and power liftgate operation and related systems.

Vehicle Security

Explanation of the anti-theft alarm and immobilizer systems.

Exterior Mirrors

Details on convex mirrors, power, folding, and heated mirror functions.

Interior Mirrors

Information on manual and automatic dimming rearview mirrors.

Windows

Operation of power windows and obstacle detection features.

Roof

Instructions for operating the sunroof and its related features.

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Proper installation and adjustment of head restraints for occupant safety.

Front Seats

Instructions for adjusting manual and power front seats, including lumbar.

Rear Seats

Details on rear seat adjustments, folding, and pass-through door.

Safety Belts

How to properly wear safety belts, their importance, and care.

Airbag System

Explanation of airbag types, operation, and safety precautions.

Storage

Storage Compartments

Details on the glove box, cupholders, and console storage.

Additional Storage Features

Information on cargo cover, tie-downs, and cargo management systems.

Roof Rack System

Guidelines for using the vehicle's roof rack system for carrying items.

Instruments and Controls

Controls

Operation of steering wheel, horn, wipers, and climate controls.

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explanation of various warning lights, gauges, and indicators.

Information Displays

Details on the Driver Information Center (DIC) and its displays.

Vehicle Messages

List and explanation of various messages displayed by the vehicle systems.

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

Explanation of the dual automatic climate control system operation.

Air Vents

How to adjust and operate the vehicle's air vents for airflow direction.

Maintenance

Information on passenger compartment air filter replacement.

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Guidelines for defensive driving, drunk driving, and vehicle control.

Starting and Operating

New vehicle break-in procedures and ignition positions.

Engine Exhaust

Information regarding engine exhaust and carbon monoxide hazards.

Automatic Transmission

Details on automatic transmission operation and manual mode.

Drive Systems

Explanation of All-Wheel Drive and its operation.

Brakes

Information on the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and parking brakes.

Ride Control Systems

Details on Traction Control System (TCS) and StabiliTrak® System.

Cruise Control

How to use and set the cruise control system for speed maintenance.

Object Detection Systems

Information on Ultrasonic Parking Assist and Rear Vision Camera.

Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

Operation and display of the rear vision camera system.

Fuel

Recommended fuel types, specifications, and filling the tank.

Vehicle Care

General Information

General advice on service, parts, and GM-trained technicians.

Vehicle Checks

Guidance for performing basic vehicle checks and service tasks.

Headlamp Aiming

Procedure for adjusting the vehicle's headlamp aim.

Bulb Replacement

Instructions for replacing various exterior and interior bulbs.

Electrical System

Information on electrical system overload, fuses, and wiring.

Service and Maintenance

General Information

Importance of maintenance for vehicle condition, economy, and emissions.

Scheduled Maintenance

Schedule and actions for routine vehicle maintenance intervals.

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

Lists the correct fluids, lubricants, and replacement parts for the vehicle.

Maintenance Records

A log to record performed services, dates, and odometer readings.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Information on the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and its location.

Service Parts Identification Label

Details found on the service parts identification label for vehicle options.

Vehicle Data

Capacities and specifications for various vehicle systems like fluids and fuel.

Customer Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and Canada)

Steps for addressing concerns with the dealer and GM.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report vehicle safety defects to government agencies and GM.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Information on the vehicle's data recording systems and privacy policy.