Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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In Brief ...... 1-1 Storage ...... 4-1 Climate Controls ...... 8-1 Instrument Panel ...... 1-2 Storage Compartments ...... 4-1 Climate Control Systems ...... 8-1 Initial Drive Information ...... 1-4 Additional Storage Features . . . 4-3 Air Vents ...... 8-7 Vehicle Features ...... 1-15 Roof Rack System ...... 4-11 Maintenance ...... 8-8 Performance and Maintenance ...... 1-19 Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1 Driving and Operating ...... 9-1 Controls ...... 5-2 Driving Information ...... 9-2 Keys, Doors, and Warning Lights, Gauges, and Starting and Operating ...... 9-14 Windows ...... 2-1 Indicators ...... 5-9 Engine Exhaust ...... 9-21 Keys and Locks ...... 2-1 Information Displays ...... 5-26 Automatic Transmission ...... 9-22 Doors ...... 2-13 Vehicle Messages ...... 5-29 Drive Systems ...... 9-26 Vehicle Security...... 2-17 Vehicle Personalization ...... 5-40 Brakes ...... 9-27 Exterior Mirrors ...... 2-19 Universal Remote System . . . . 5-46 Ride Control Systems ...... 9-30 Interior Mirrors ...... 2-21 Cruise Control ...... 9-33 Windows ...... 2-22 Lighting ...... 6-1 Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-44 Roof ...... 2-25 Exterior Lighting ...... 6-1 Fuel ...... 9-57 Interior Lighting ...... 6-7 Trailer Towing...... 9-61 Seats and Restraints ...... 3-1 Lighting Features ...... 6-9 Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-69 Head Restraints ...... 3-2 Front Seats ...... 3-3 Infotainment System ...... 7-1 Vehicle Care ...... 10-1 Rear Seats ...... 3-10 Introduction ...... 7-1 General Information ...... 10-2 Safety Belts ...... 3-12 Vehicle Checks ...... 10-3 Airbag System ...... 3-20 Headlamp Aiming ...... 10-26 Child Restraints ...... 3-33 Bulb Replacement ...... 10-26 Electrical System ...... 10-33 Wheels and Tires ...... 10-42 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Jump Starting ...... 10-80 Customer Information ...... 13-1 Towing the Vehicle ...... 10-84 Customer Information ...... 13-1 Appearance Care ...... 10-87 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-12 Vehicle Data Recording and Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 Privacy...... 13-13 General Information ...... 11-1 Cadillac Premium Care OnStar ...... 14-1 Maintenance ...... 11-3 OnStar Overview...... 14-1 Maintenance Schedule ...... 11-4 OnStar Services ...... 14-2 Special Application OnStar Additional Services ...... 11-9 Information ...... 14-5 Additional Maintenance Index ...... i-1 and Care ...... 11-10 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...... 11-13 Maintenance Records ...... 11-15 Technical Data ...... 12-1 Vehicle Identification ...... 12-1 Vehicle Data ...... 12-2 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 2/11/14

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This manual describes features that Canadian Vehicle Owners may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are Propriétaires Canadiens options that you did not purchase or A French language manual can be due to changes subsequent to the obtained from your dealer, at printing of this owner manual. www.helminc.com, or from: Please refer to the purchase The names, logos, emblems, documentation relating to your On peut obtenir un exemplaire de slogans, vehicle model names, and specific vehicle to confirm each of ce guide en français auprès du vehicle body designs appearing in the features found on your vehicle. concessionnaire ou à l'adresse this manual including, but not limited For vehicles first sold in Canada, savant: to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, substitute the name “General the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, Helm, Incorporated Motors of Canada Limited” for and SRX are trademarks and/or Attention: Customer Service Cadillac Motor Car Division 47911 Halyard Drive service marks of General Motors wherever it appears in this manual. LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, Plymouth, MI 48170 or licensors. Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.

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Using this Manual Symbols { Caution To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and the vehicle, use the Index in the Text marked { Caution provides labels that use symbols instead of back of the manual. It is an information that may indicate a text. Symbols are shown along with alphabetical list of what is in the hazard that could result in injury the text describing the operation or manual and the page number where or death. It could also result in information relating to a specific it can be found. possible damage to the vehicle. component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. Danger, Warnings, and M : This symbol is shown when Cautions you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or { Danger information. * : This symbol is shown when Text marked { Danger provides you need to see a service manual information on risk of fatal injury. for additional instructions or Disregarding this information may A circle with a slash through it is a information. endanger life. safety symbol which means “Do Not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.” { Warning

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Vehicle Symbol Chart + : Fuses Here are some additional symbols 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam that may be found on the vehicle Changer and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to ( : Heated Steering Wheel the Index. j : LATCH System Child 9 : Airbag Readiness Light Restraints * # : Air Conditioning : Malfunction Indicator Lamp ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) : : Oil Pressure g g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls : Outside Power Foldaway or OnStar® Mirrors $ : Brake System Warning Light O : Power / " : Charging System : Remote Vehicle Start > I : Cruise Control : Safety Belt Reminders B : Engine Coolant Temperature 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d ® O : Exterior Lamps : Traction Control/StabiliTrak # : Fog Lamps M : Windshield Washer Fluid . : Fuel Gauge Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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2 NOTES Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

In Brief 1-1

In Brief Mirror Adjustment ...... 1-10 Side Blind Zone Steering Wheel Alert (SBZA) ...... 1-18 Adjustment ...... 1-11 Rear Vision Instrument Panel Throttle and Brake Pedal Camera (RVC) ...... 1-18 Instrument Panel ...... 1-2 Adjustment ...... 1-11 Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 1-18 Interior Lighting ...... 1-12 Active Emergency Braking Initial Drive Information Exterior Lighting ...... 1-12 System ...... 1-18 Initial Drive Information ...... 1-4 Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 1-13 Storage Compartments ...... 1-18 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Climate Controls ...... 1-14 Power Outlets ...... 1-19 System ...... 1-4 Transmission ...... 1-15 Universal Remote System . . . 1-19 Remote Vehicle Start ...... 1-4 Door Locks ...... 1-5 Vehicle Features Performance and Maintenance Liftgate ...... 1-6 Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-15 Traction Control/Electronic Windows ...... 1-7 Cruise Control ...... 1-16 Stability Control ...... 1-19 Seat Adjustment ...... 1-7 Infotainment System ...... 1-17 Tire Pressure Monitor ...... 1-20 Memory Features ...... 1-8 Driver Information Engine Oil Life System ...... 1-20 Heated and Ventilated Center (DIC) ...... 1-17 Driving for Better Fuel Seats ...... 1-9 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Economy ...... 1-21 Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 1-9 System ...... 1-17 Roadside Service ...... 1-22 Safety Belts ...... 1-10 Lane Departure OnStar® ...... 1-22 Passenger Sensing Warning (LDW) ...... 1-17 System ...... 1-10 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

1-2 In Brief

Instrument Panel Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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1. Air Vents on page 8-7. 10. Exterior Lamp Controls on 18. Heated and Ventilated Front 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and page 6-1. Seats on page 3-8 (If Lane-Change Signals on Front Fog Lamps on page 6-7 Equipped). page 6-6. (If Equipped). 19. CD Player. See Infotainment 3. Cruise Control on page 9-33. Instrument Panel Illumination on page 7-1. ® Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Control on page 6-7. Blu-Ray Optical Drive (If System on page 9-49. 11. Hood Release. See Hood on Equipped). See Infotainment on page 7-1. 4. Instrument Cluster on page 5-10. page 10-4. 20. Parking Brake on page 9-28. 5. Steering Wheel Controls on 12. Data Link Connector (DLC) page 5-2. (Out of View). See Malfunction 21. Shift Lever. See Automatic Indicator Lamp on page 5-16. Transmission on page 9-22. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. See Driver Information 13. Steering Wheel Adjustment on 22. Lane Departure Warning Center (DIC) on page 5-26. page 5-2. Button (If Equipped). See Lane 14. Horn on page 5-3. Departure Warning (LDW) on 6. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 9-55. page 5-3. 15. Pedal Adjust Control (Out of View) (If Equipped). See Parking Assist (If Equipped). Rear Window Wiper/Washer on See Driver Assistance Systems page 5-5. Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9-15. on page 9-44. 7. Infotainment on page 7-1. 16. ENGINE START/STOP Button. Economy Mode (If Equipped). 8. Light Sensor. See Twilight See Ignition Positions on See Fuel Economy Mode on Sentinel on page 6-5. page 9-15. page 9-25. 9. Dual Automatic Climate Control 17. Hazard Warning Flashers on 23. Front Storage on page 4-2 (If System on page 8-1. page 6-6. Equipped). 24. Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-30. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

1-4 In Brief

Initial Drive Press and hold L for three seconds to sound the panic Information alarm. This section provides a brief h : Press and hold to open or overview about some of the close the liftgate. important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. Press the key release button near the bottom of the transmitter to For more detailed information, refer remove the key. The key can be to each of the features which can be used for the driver door and the found later in this owner manual. glove box. Remote Keyless Entry See Keys on page 2-1 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System (RKE) System Q : Press to lock all doors. Operation on page 2-3. The RKE transmitter may be used K : Press to unlock the driver door to lock and unlock the doors from up or all doors depending on the Remote Vehicle Start vehicle personalization settings. to 60 m (197 ft) away from the If available, this feature allows the vehicle. Lock and unlock feedback can be engine to be started from outside of personalized. the vehicle. See “Remote Lock, Unlock, Start” Starting the Vehicle under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-40. 1. Press and release Q on the L : Press and release one time RKE transmitter. to initiate vehicle locator. 2. Immediately press and hold / for at least four seconds until the turn signal lamps flash. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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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 engine is running. The doors will be Keyless Access locked and the climate control outside, press Q or K on the RKE system may come on. transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on The engine will continue to run for page 2-3. 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote Key start can be extended only once. To lock or unlock the door, use the Canceling a Remote Start key in the driver door. Turn the key counterclockwise once to unlock the To cancel a remote start, do any of driver door; turning the key again the following: will unlock the passenger doors. . / Press and hold until the Inside the Vehicle parking lamps turn off. To unlock a door from the inside, . Turn on the hazard warning When the Remote Keyless Entry pull once on the door handle to flashers. (RKE) transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) unlock it, and a second time to of the driver door, pressing the lock/ . Turn the vehicle on and then off. open it. unlock button on that door handle See Remote Vehicle Start on will lock/unlock the doors. If the Power Door Locks page 2-8. lock/unlock button is pressed again There is a power door lock switch within five seconds, all passenger on the front door panels. doors will unlock. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Q : Press to lock the doors. Operation on page 2-3. K : Press to unlock the doors. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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See Power Door Locks on Power Liftgate Operation Choose a power liftgate mode by page 2-11. turning the dial on the switch until the indicator lines up with the Liftgate desired position. Press the center of the switch. Manual Liftgate Operation The three modes are: For vehicles without Keyless MAX: The liftgate opens to the full Access, unlock the vehicle before open height. opening the liftgate. 3/4: The liftgate opens to a reduced Press the touch pad in the handle of height that can be set by the vehicle the liftgate above the license plate operator in a range of approximately and lift up to open. three-quarters open to full open. Do not press the touch pad while OFF: The liftgate only operates closing the liftgate. This will cause manually in this position. the liftgate to be unlatched. On vehicles with a power liftgate, the switch is on the driver door. The See Liftgate on page 2-13. vehicle must be in P (Park) to use the power feature. The taillamps flash when the power liftgate moves. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Windows Press Z { to activate the window Seat Adjustment lockout on the rear doors. Manual Seats See Power Windows on page 2-22. Remote Window Operation If equipped, remote operating windows will open all the windows from outside the vehicle by pressing and holding K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Power Windows on page 2-22.

Press or pull the switch part of the way to open or close the window. To adjust a manual seat: Fully press the front of the switch down and release it to 1. Pull the handle at the front of the express-down the window. Fully pull seat cushion. the switch up and release it to 2. Move the seat forward or express-up the window. rearward to adjust the seat position. 3. Release the handle to stop the seat from moving. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

1-8 In Brief

4. Try to move the seat back and To adjust a power seat, if equipped: Memory Features forth to be sure it is locked in . Move the seat forward or place. rearward by sliding the To raise or recline the seatback, use control (1) forward or rearward. the lever on the outboard side of . Raise or lower the front part of the seat. the seat cushion by moving the See Seat Adjustment on page 3-3 front of the control (1) up and Reclining Seatbacks on or down. page 3-5. . Raise or lower the entire seat by Power Seats moving the rear of the control (1) up or down. See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3-4. . Raise or recline the seatback by If equipped, the “1,”“2,” and MEM tilting control (2) forward or buttons on the outboard side of the rearward. driver seat are used to manually save and recall the positions of the See Reclining Seatbacks on driver seat, outside mirrors, and page 3-5. adjustable throttle and brake pedal . Increase or decrease the lumbar positions. support by pressing and holding See Memory Seats on page 3-6 and the front or rear of control (3). Vehicle Personalization on See Lumbar Adjustment on page 5-40. 1. Seat Position Control page 3-4. 2. Seatback Adjustment Control 3. Lumbar Adjustment Control Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Heated and Ventilated Press C or {, if available, to Head Restraint Seats ventilate the driver or passenger Adjustment seat. A ventilated seat has a fan that pulls or pushes air through the Do not drive until the head restraints seat. The air is not cooled. for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of To achieve a comfortable seating the button, the seat will change to position, change the seatback the next lower setting, and then to recline angle as little as necessary the off setting. The indicator lights while keeping the seat and the head next to the buttons indicate three for restraint height in the proper the highest setting and one for the position. lowest. If the front heated seats are See Head Restraints on page 3-2 on high, the level may automatically and Seat Adjustment on page 3-3. be lowered after approximately Heated and Ventilated Seat 30 minutes. Buttons Shown, Heated Seat Buttons Similar See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3-8. If available, the buttons are near the climate controls on the center stack. The heated and ventilated front To operate, the ignition must be in seats can also be programmed to ON/RUN/START. come on during a remote start. See Vehicle Personalization on Press M or L to heat the driver or page 5-40. passenger seat. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

1-10 In Brief

Safety Belts Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the System overhead console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-26. Mirror Adjustment Exterior United States

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly: Canada and Mexico . Safety Belts on page 3-12. The passenger sensing system will . How to Wear Safety Belts turn off the front outboard Properly on page 3-13. passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag Manual Folding Mirrors Shown, . Lap-Shoulder Belt on is affected by the passenger Power Folding Similar page 3-14. sensing system. To adjust the mirror: . Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on 1. Move the selector switch to L page 3-40. (Left) or R (Right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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2. Press the arrows on the control Steering Wheel Throttle and Brake Pedal pad to move each mirror to the desired position. Adjustment Adjustment 3. Return the selector switch to the If the vehicle has this feature, the center position. position of the throttle and brake pedals can be adjusted. See Folding Mirrors on page 2-20. Automatic Dimming Mirror If equipped, the driver outside mirror and the inside rearview mirror automatically adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you. See Automatic Dimming Mirror on page 2-21 or Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2-22. To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull the lever down. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down. The switch used to adjust the pedals is located on the right side of 3. Pull or push the steering wheel the steering column, below the closer or away from you. wiper stalk. Pull the switch toward 4. Pull the lever up to lock the you to move the pedals further from steering wheel in place. the floor, or push the switch away from you to move the pedals closer Do not adjust the steering wheel to the floor. while driving. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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See Adjustable Throttle and Brake + : Turns the dome lamp on. Exterior Lighting Pedal on page 9-15. Reading Lamps Interior Lighting There are reading lamps on the overhead console and over the rear Dome Lamp passenger doors. These lamps The dome lamp control is in the come on when any door is opened. overhead console. To manually turn the reading lamps on or off: . For the overhead console reading lamps, press the m or The exterior lamp control is on the n next to each lamp. instrument panel to the left of the . For the rear passenger reading steering column. lamps, press the lamp lens. Turn the control to the following For more information on interior positions: lighting, see Instrument Panel O : Briefly turn to this position to Illumination Control on page 6-7. turn the automatic light control off or on again. AUTO: Automatically turns the To change the dome lamp settings, exterior lamps on and off, press the following: depending on outside lighting. * : Turns the lamp off, even when ; : Turns on the parking lamps a door is open. including all lamps, except the headlamps. 1 : The lamp comes on when a door is opened. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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3 : Turns on the headlamps HI: Use for fast wipes. Windshield Washer together with the parking lamps and LO: Use for slow wipes. Pull the windshield wiper lever instrument panel lights. A warning toward you to spray windshield chime sounds if the driver door is washer fluid and activate the wipers. opened when the ignition switch is off and the headlamps are on. Rainsense™ # : If equipped with fog lamps, For vehicles with Rainsense: press to turn the lamps on or off. INT: Move the windshield wiper See: lever to INT. Turn the x INT band . Exterior Lamp Controls on INT: Use for intermittent wipes. To on the wiper lever to adjust the page 6-1 adjust wipe frequency, turn sensitivity. . Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) the x INT band up for more . Turn the band up for more on page 6-4 frequent wipes or down for less sensitivity to moisture. frequent wipes. If the vehicle has . Turn the band down for less Windshield Wiper/Washer Rainsense™, see the following sensitivity to moisture. Rainsense information. . Move the windshield wiper lever OFF: Use to turn the wipers off. out of the INT position to 8 : For a single wipe, briefly move deactivate Rainsense. the wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down.

With the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Rear Window Wiper/Washer Climate Controls The rear wiper controls are on the The climate control buttons and the touch screen are used to adjust the end of the windshield wiper lever. heating, cooling, and ventilation.

ON: Press the upper portion of the button for continuous rear window wipes. OFF: The rear wiper turns off when the button is returned to the middle position. Climate Control Buttons INT: Press the lower portion of the 1. Driver and Passenger 6. Defrost button to set a delay between Temperature Controls wipes. 7. Rear Window Defogger 2. Fan Control a : Push the windshield wiper 8. Recirculation lever forward to spray washer fluid 3. OFF (Fan) on the rear window. 4. Driver and Passenger Heated See Windshield Wiper/Washer on and Ventilated Seats (If page 5-3 and Rear Window Wiper/ Equipped) Washer on page 5-5. 5. AUTO (Automatic Operation) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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See Dual Automatic Climate Control Vehicle Features System on page 8-1 and Rear Climate Control System on page 8-6 (If Equipped). Steering Wheel Controls Transmission Driver Shift Control (DSC) DSC allows you to shift an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. To use the DSC feature: Climate Touch Screen Controls 1. Move the shift lever to the left 1. Outside Temperature Display from D (Drive) to Sport Mode. 2. Driver and Passenger 2. To enter M (Manual Mode), press Temperature Controls the shift lever forward (+) to upshift or rearward (−) to 3. Fan Control For vehicles with audio steering downshift. wheel controls, some audio controls 4. SYNC (Synchronized See Manual Mode on page 9-24. can be adjusted at the steering Temperature) wheel. 5. AC Mode (Air Conditioning) g : For vehicles with OnStar® or a ® 6. Climate Control Selection Bluetooth system, press to talk or (Application Tray Button) interact with those systems. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1 or 7. Rear (Rear Climate Control “Bluetooth” in the separate Touch Screen) infotainment manual. 8. Air Delivery Mode Control Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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c : Press to decline an incoming y or z : Press the five-way Cruise Control call, or end a current call. Press to control up or down to go to the next mute or unmute the infotainment or previous selection. system when not on a call. SEL: Press to select a highlighted menu option. C or B : Press to go to the next or previous favorite when listening to the radio. Press to go to the next or previous track when listening to a media source. x + or x −: Press to increase or decrease the volume. See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5-2. J : Press to turn the system on and off. An indicator appears in the instrument cluster when turned on. S or T : Press to go to the +RES: Press the control up briefly previous or next menu option. to resume to a previously set speed or to increase vehicle speed if the cruise control is already activated. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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SET−: Press the control down Forward Collision Alert briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control or to decrease vehicle (FCA) System speed if the cruise control is already If equipped, FCA may help avoid or activated. reduce the harm caused by * : Press to disengage cruise front-end crashes. FCA provides a control without erasing the set green indicator when a vehicle is speed from memory. detected ahead. This indicator displays amber if you follow a See Cruise Control on page 9-33 or vehicle much too closely. When Adaptive Cruise Control on approaching a vehicle ahead too page 9-36 (if equipped). quickly, FCA provides a flashing red alert on the windshield and rapidly Infotainment System y or z : Move SEL up or down to beeps or pulses the driver seat. See the infotainment manual for go to the previous or next selection. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) information on the radio, audio S or T : Press to move between System on page 9-49. players, phone, navigation system, the interactive display zones in the and voice or speech recognition. cluster. Press S to go back to the Lane Departure It also includes information on previous menu. Warning (LDW) settings and downloadable applications (if equipped). SEL: Press to open a menu or If equipped, LDW is intended to help select a menu item. Press and hold avoid unintentional lane departures Driver Information to reset values on certain screens. at speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or Center (DIC) See Driver Information Center (DIC) greater. LDW uses a camera sensor on page 5-26. to detect the lane markings. The The DIC display is in the instrument LDW indicator, @, appears green if cluster. It shows the status of many a lane marking is detected. If the vehicle systems. vehicle departs the lane, the Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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indicator will change to amber and See Assistance Systems for Parking Active Emergency flash. In addition, beeps will sound, or Backing on page 9-44. or the driver seat will pulse. Braking System See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Ultrasonic Parking Assist If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise on page 9-55. Control (ACC) it also has the Active If equipped, Ultrasonic Rear Parking Emergency Braking System, which Assist (URPA) uses sensors on the includes Intelligent Brake Side Blind Zone rear bumper to assist with parking Assist (IBA) and the Automatic Alert (SBZA) and avoiding objects while in Collision Preparation (ACP) System. R (Reverse). It operates at speeds These systems can provide a boost If equipped, SBZA will detect less than 8 km/h (5 mph). URPA vehicles in the next lane over in the to braking or automatically brake the may display a warning triangle on vehicle to help avoid or lessen the vehicle's side blind zone area. the Rear Vision Camera screen and When this happens, the SBZA severity of crashes while moving a graphic on the instrument cluster forward. display will light up in the to provide the object distance. In corresponding outside side mirror addition, multiple beeps or seat See Active Emergency Braking and will flash if the turn signal is on. pulses may occur if very close to an System on page 9-51. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) object. on page 9-53. The vehicle may also have the Front Storage Compartments Parking Assist system, a higher The glove box is air conditioned and Rear Vision speed Backing Warning System, can be used to store items at a Camera (RVC) and the Rear Automatic Braking lower temperature. Move the slide system. control to open or close the opening If equipped, RVC displays a view of See Driver Assistance Systems on to adjust the air flow. See Glove Box the area behind the vehicle on the on page 4-1. center stack display when the page 9-44. vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

In Brief 1-19

Power Outlets See Power Outlets on page 5-7. Performance and The accessory power outlets can be Universal Remote System Maintenance used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. Traction Control/ The vehicle may have up to five Electronic Stability accessory power outlets. Control The accessory power outlets are: The “Traction Control System . Below the climate control system (TCS)” limits wheel spin. The inside the front storage bin. system turns on automatically when If available, this system provides a . the vehicle is started. Inside the center floor console. way to replace up to three remote . On the rear of the center floor control transmitters used to activate The StabiliTrak system assists with console. For vehicles with a rear devices such as garage door directional control of the vehicle in climate control system, there will openers, security systems, and difficult driving conditions. The be two accessory power outlets home automation devices. system turns on automatically when the vehicle is started. on the rear of the center floor Read the instructions completely console. before attempting to program the . To turn off traction control, press . In the rear cargo area. Universal Remote system. Because and release g on the center These are powered while the of the steps involved, it may be stack. i illuminates in the helpful to have another person vehicle is in ON/RUN/START or instrument cluster. The available to assist you with ACC/ACCESSORY mode, or until appropriate message is programming the Universal Remote the driver door is opened within displayed in the DIC. See Ride system. 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle. Control System Messages on The power outlet located in the rear See Universal Remote System on page 5-37. cargo area is powered at all times. page 5-46. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

1-20 In Brief

. Press and release g again to Tire Pressure Monitor The low tire pressure warning light turn traction control back on. i may come on in cool weather when This vehicle may have a Tire the vehicle is first started, and then goes out in the instrument Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). cluster. The appropriate turn off as the vehicle is driven. This message is displayed in the DIC. may be an early indicator that the See Ride Control System tire pressures are getting low and Messages on page 5-37. the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure. . To turn off both traction control and StabiliTrak, press and The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. Maintain hold g on the center stack the correct tire pressures. until and i illuminate in the The low tire pressure warning light g See Tire Pressure Monitor System instrument cluster. The alerts to a significant loss in on page 10-51. appropriate message is pressure of one of the vehicle's displayed in the DIC. See Ride tires. If the warning light comes on, Control System Messages on stop as soon as possible and inflate Engine Oil Life System page 5-37. the tires to the recommended The engine oil life system calculates pressure shown on the Tire and engine oil life based on vehicle use . Press again to turn on both g Loading Information label. See and displays the CHANGE ENGINE systems. g and i go out in the Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-10. OIL SOON message when it is time instrument cluster. The The warning light will remain on until to change the engine oil and filter. appropriate message is the tire pressure is corrected. The oil life system should be reset displayed in the DIC. See Ride to 100% only following an oil Control System Messages on change. page 5-37. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-30. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

In Brief 1-21

Resetting the Oil Life System The oil life system can also be reset . Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time. 1. Using the DIC controls on the as follows: right side of the steering wheel, 1. Turn the ignition on with the . When road and weather display REMAINING OIL LIFE engine off. conditions are appropriate, use cruise control. on the DIC. See Driver 2. Fully press and release the Information Center (DIC) on accelerator pedal three times . Always follow posted speed page 5-26. When remaining oil within five seconds. limits or drive more slowly when life is low, the CHANGE conditions require. ENGINE OIL SOON message If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL . will appear on the display. See SOON message is not on, the Keep vehicle tires properly Engine Oil Messages on system is reset. inflated. page 5-32. See Engine Oil Life System on . Combine several trips into a 2. Press SEL on the DIC controls page 10-9. single trip. and hold SEL down for a few . Replace the vehicle's tires with seconds to clear the CHANGE Driving for Better Fuel the same TPC Spec number ENGINE OIL SOON message Economy molded into the tire's sidewall and reset the oil life at 100%. near the size. Driving habits can affect fuel Be careful not to reset the oil life mileage. Here are some driving tips . Follow recommended scheduled display accidentally at any time to get the best fuel economy maintenance. other than after the oil is possible. changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil . Avoid fast starts and accelerate change. smoothly. . Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

1-22 In Brief

Roadside Service U.S.: 1-800-224-1400 Canada: 1-800-882-1112 TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438 New Cadillac owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Service Program. See Roadside Service on page 13-5. OnStar® If equipped, this vehicle has a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can connect to a live Advisor for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connection, and Diagnostic Services. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-1

Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Keys, Doors, and Convex Mirrors ...... 2-19 Windows Power Mirrors ...... 2-20 Folding Mirrors ...... 2-20 Keys Heated Mirrors ...... 2-21 Keys and Locks Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . 2-21 { Warning Keys ...... 2-1 Reverse Tilt Mirrors ...... 2-21 Leaving children in a vehicle with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Interior Mirrors System ...... 2-2 a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . 2-21 transmitter is dangerous and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Manual Rearview Mirror ...... 2-21 System Operation ...... 2-3 children or others could be Automatic Dimming Rearview seriously injured or killed. They Remote Vehicle Start ...... 2-8 Mirror ...... 2-22 Door Locks ...... 2-10 could operate the power windows Power Door Locks ...... 2-11 Windows or other controls or make the Delayed Locking ...... 2-11 Windows ...... 2-22 vehicle move. The windows will Automatic Door Locks ...... 2-11 Power Windows ...... 2-22 function with the RKE transmitter Lockout Protection ...... 2-12 Sun Visors ...... 2-25 in the vehicle, and children or Safety Locks ...... 2-12 others could be caught in the path Roof of a closing window. Do not leave Doors Sunroof ...... 2-25 Liftgate ...... 2-13 children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter. Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...... 2-17 Vehicle Alarm System ...... 2-17 Immobilizer ...... 2-18 Immobilizer Operation ...... 2-18 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

2-2 Keys, Doors, and Windows

This key, located inside the Remote Contact Roadside Service if locked Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, is out of the vehicle. See Roadside used for the driver door and Service on page 13-5. glove box. With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-15. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: . Check the distance. The To remove the key, press the button transmitter may be too far from near the bottom of the transmitter, the vehicle. and pull the key out. Never pull the . Check the location. Other key out without pressing the button. vehicles or objects may be If it becomes difficult to turn the key, blocking the signal. inspect the key blade for debris. . Check the transmitter's battery. See your dealer if a new key is See “Battery Replacement” later needed. in this section. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-3

. If the transmitter is still not Pressing may also arm the working correctly, see your Q theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle dealer or a qualified technician Alarm System on page 2-17. for service. If equipped, pressing Q will also Remote Keyless Entry lock the fuel door. (RKE) System Operation K (Unlock): Press to unlock the The Keyless Access system allows driver door or all doors. See for vehicle entry when the “Remote Lock, Unlock, Start” under transmitter is within range. See Vehicle Personalization on “Keyless Access Operation” page 5-40. When remotely following. unlocking the vehicle at night the With Remote Start and Power fog lamps and back-up lamps will The RKE transmitter functions may Liftgate Shown, Without Similar come on for about 20 seconds to work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from light your approach to the vehicle. the vehicle. Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors. The turn signal indicators may flash The turn signal indicators may flash Keep in mind that other conditions, and/or the horn may sound to to indicate unlocking. See “Remote Lock, Unlock, Start under Vehicle such as those previously stated, can indicate locking. See “Remote Lock, ” Personalization on page 5-40. impact the performance of the Unlock, Start” under Vehicle transmitter. Personalization on page 5-40. Memory seat positions may be recalled when unlocking the vehicle. If the driver door is open when Q is See “Remote Lock, Unlock, Start” pressed, all doors lock except the under Vehicle Personalization on driver door, if Unlocked Door Anti page 5-40. Lock Out is enabled through the vehicle personalization. If the Pressing K will disarm the passenger door is open when Q is theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle pressed, all doors lock. Alarm System on page 2-17. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

2-4 Keys, Doors, and Windows

On some models, pressing and Keyless Access Operation holding K will open all of the With the Keyless Access system, windows. you can lock and unlock the doors If equipped, pressing K will also and access the hatch without removing the RKE transmitter from unlock the fuel door. your pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. / (Remote Start): For vehicles The RKE transmitter should be with this feature, press and release within 1 m (3 ft) of the door or hatch Q and then immediately press and being opened. hold / for at least four seconds to The Keyless Access can be start the engine from outside the programmed to unlock all doors on vehicle using the RKE transmitter. the first lock/unlock press from the Passenger Shown, Driver Similar See Remote Vehicle Start on driver door. See Vehicle page 2-8. Personalization on page 5-40. Pressing the lock/unlock button will L (Vehicle Locator/Panic cause all doors to lock if any of the Keyless Unlocking/Locking from following occur: Alarm): Press and release one the Driver Door time to initiate vehicle locator. The . It has been more than exterior lamps flash and the horn When the doors are locked and the five seconds since the first lock/ chirps three times. Press and hold RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of unlock button press. for three seconds to sound the the driver door handle, pressing the L . Two lock/unlock button presses panic alarm. The horn sounds and lock/unlock button on the driver door were used to unlock all doors. the turn signal lamps flash for handle will unlock the driver door. If the lock/unlock button is pressed . 30 seconds, or until L is pressed Any vehicle door has opened again within five seconds, all and all doors are now closed. again or the vehicle is started. passenger doors will unlock. h (Remote Liftgate Release): Press and hold to open or close the power liftgate. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-5

Keyless Unlocking/Locking from Temporary Disable Passive Programming Transmitters to Passenger Doors Locking Feature the Vehicle When the doors are locked and the Temporarily disable the passive Only RKE transmitters programmed RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of locking by pressing and holding K to the vehicle will work. If a the door handle, pressing the lock/ on the interior door switch with a transmitter is lost or stolen, a unlock button on that door handle door open for at least four seconds, replacement can be purchased and will unlock all doors. Pressing the or until three chimes are heard. programmed through your dealer. lock/unlock button will cause all Passive locking will then remain The vehicle can be reprogrammed doors to lock if any of the following disabled until on the interior door so that lost or stolen transmitters no occur: Q is pressed, or until the vehicle is longer work. Each vehicle can have . The lock/unlock button was used turned on. up to eight transmitters matched to unlock all doors. to it. To customize the doors to . Any vehicle door has opened automatically lock when exiting the Programming with a Recognized and all doors are now closed. vehicle, see “Remote Lock, Unlock, Transmitter Passive Locking Start” under Vehicle Personalization A new transmitter can be on page 5-40. programmed to the vehicle when If equipped with Keyless Access, there is one recognized transmitter. this feature will lock the vehicle Keyless Liftgate Opening several seconds after all doors are Press the touch pad on the liftgate To program, the vehicle must be off closed, if the vehicle is off and at handle to open the liftgate if the and all of the transmitters, both least one RKE transmitter has been keyless entry transmitter is within currently recognized and new, must removed from the interior or none 1 m (3 ft). be with you. remain in the interior. If equipped 1. Place the recognized with a locking fuel door, the fuel transmitter(s) in the cupholder. door will also lock at this time. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

2-6 Keys, Doors, and Windows

2. Insert the vehicle key of the passenger seats. The storage will take approximately 30 minutes transmitter into the key lock area will need to be opened and to complete. The vehicle must be off cylinder on the driver door the storage tray lifted up to and all of the transmitters you wish handle and turn the key, access the transmitter pocket. to program must be with you. counterclockwise, to the unlock 4. Press the ENGINE START/ 1. Insert the vehicle key of the position five times within STOP button. When the transmitter into the key lock 10 seconds. transmitter is learned the DIC cylinder on the driver door The Driver Information Center display will show that it is ready handle and turn the key, (DIC) displays READY FOR to program the next transmitter. counterclockwise, to the unlock REMOTE #2, 3, 4, ETC. 5. Remove the transmitter from the position five times within transmitter pocket and press the 10 seconds. transmitter K or Q button. The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays REMOTE LEARN To program additional PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. transmitters, repeat Steps 3–5. 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC When all additional transmitters displays PRESS ENGINE are programmed, press and hold START BUTTON TO LEARN the ENGINE START/STOP and then press the ENGINE button for 12 seconds to exit START/STOP button. programming mode. The DIC displays will again Programming without a show REMOTE LEARN Recognized Transmitter PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. 3. Place the new transmitter into If there are no currently recognized the transmitter pocket. The transmitters available, follow this transmitter pocket is inside the procedure to program up to eight center console storage area transmitters. This feature is not between the driver and front available in Canada. This procedure Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-7

3. Repeat Step 2 two additional passenger seats. The storage WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN times. After the third time all area will need to be opened and TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN previously known transmitters the storage tray lifted up to START YOUR VEHICLE. The will no longer work with the access the transmitter pocket. REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE vehicle. Remaining transmitters 5. Press the ENGINE START/ KEY message may also be can be relearned during the next STOP button. When the displayed at this time. steps. transmitter is learned the DIC To start the vehicle: The DIC display should display will show that it is ready 1. Open the center console storage now show READY FOR to program the next transmitter. area and the storage tray. REMOTE # 1. 6. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press the transmitter K or Q button. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6. When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for 12 seconds to exit programming mode. Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery 2. Place the transmitter in the 4. Place the new transmitter into When the vehicle is started, if the transmitter pocket. the transmitter pocket. The transmitter battery is weak, the DIC transmitter pocket is inside the may display NO REMOTE center console storage area DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY between the driver and front Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

2-8 Keys, Doors, and Windows

3. With the vehicle in P (Park) or Remote Vehicle Start N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and the ENGINE START/ If available, this feature allows the STOP button. engine to be started from outside of the vehicle. Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible. / (Remote Vehicle Start): This button will be on the RKE Battery Replacement transmitter if the vehicle has remote start. { Caution The climate control system will use the previous settings during a When replacing the battery, do remote start. The rear defog may not touch any of the circuitry on 2. Use the oval base of the key come on during remote start based the transmitter. Static from your blade to separate the two halves on cold ambient conditions. The body could damage the of the transmitter. rear fog indicator light does not transmitter. 3. Remove the old battery. Do not come on during remote start. use a metal object. If the vehicle has heated seats, they Replace the battery if the REPLACE 4. Insert the new battery on the may come on during a remote start. BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY See Heated and Ventilated Front message displays in the DIC. back housing, positive side facing down. Replace with a Seats on page 3-8 1. Press the button near the bottom CR2032 or equivalent battery. Laws in some local communities of the transmitter and pull the may restrict the use of remote key out. 5. Align the key release button and snap the transmitter back starters. For example, some laws together. may require a person using remote start to have the vehicle in view. Check local regulations for any requirements. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-9

Other conditions can affect the 3. Press the brake pedal and select Shutting the Engine Off After a performance of the transmitter. See the ON/RUN/START ignition Remote Start Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) mode to drive the vehicle. To cancel a remote start, do any of System on page 2-2 for additional the following: information. Extending Engine Run Time The engine run time can also be . Press and hold / until the Starting the Engine Using Remote extended by another 10-minutes, parking lamps turn off. Start if during the first 10 minutes . Turn on the hazard warning Steps 1–2 are repeated while the 1. Press and release Q on the flashers. RKE transmitter. engine is still running. This provides a total of 20 minutes. . Turn the vehicle on and then off. 2. Immediately press and hold / The remote start can only be Conditions in Which Remote Start for at least four seconds or until extended once. Will Not Work the turn signal lamps flash. The turn signal lamps flashing When the remote start is extended, The remote start will not operate if confirms the request to remote the second 10-minute period is any of the following occur: added on to the first 10 minutes for start the vehicle has been . The transmitter is in the vehicle. received. a total of 20 minutes. . The hood is not closed. During the remote start the A maximum of two remote starts, doors will be locked and the or a remote start with an extension, . The hazard warning flashers parking lamps will remain on as are allowed between ignition cycles. are on. long as the engine is running. The vehicle's ignition must be . There is an emission control The engine will shut off after changed to ON/RUN/START and system malfunction. then back to OFF before the remote 10 minutes unless a time . The engine coolant temperature extension is done or the ignition start procedure can be used again. is too high. is put in ON/RUN/START. . The oil pressure is low. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows

. Two remote vehicle starts or a Keyless Access start with an extension have Warning (Continued) already been used. . Young children who get into . The vehicle is not in P (Park). unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can Door Locks be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent { Warning injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the Unlocked doors can be vehicle whenever leaving it. dangerous. . Outsiders can easily enter . Passengers, especially through an unlocked door children, can easily open the when slowing or stopping the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. Lock the doors to When the Remote Keyless Entry vehicle. The chance of being help prevent this from (RKE) transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) thrown out of the vehicle in a happening. of the driver door, pressing the lock/ crash is increased if the unlock button on that door handle doors are not locked. So, all will lock/unlock the doors. If the passengers should wear lock/unlock button is pressed again safety belts properly and the within five seconds, all passenger doors should be locked doors will unlock. See Remote whenever the vehicle is Keyless Entry (RKE) System driven. Operation on page 2-3. (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11

Key Power Door Locks When Q is pressed on the power To lock or unlock the door, use the door lock switch while the door is key in the driver door. Turn the key open, a chime will sound three counterclockwise once to unlock the times indicating delayed locking is driver door; turning the key again active. will unlock the passenger doors. The doors will lock automatically Inside the Vehicle five seconds after all doors are closed. If a door is reopened before To unlock a door from the inside, that time, the five-second timer will pull once on the door handle to reset when all doors are closed unlock it, and a second time to again. open it. Press Q on the door lock switch or press Q on the RKE transmitter to lock doors immediately. (Lock): Press to lock the doors. Q This feature can also be K (Unlock): Press to unlock the programmed. See Vehicle doors. Personalization on page 5-40. Delayed Locking Automatic Door Locks This feature delays the locking of The doors will lock automatically the doors until five seconds after all when all doors are closed, the doors are closed. ignition is on, and the shift lever is moved out of P (Park). The doors will automatically unlock when the vehicle is stopped and the shift lever is moved into P (Park). Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Use the manual or power door locks START. See “Power Door Locks” in The rear door power windows are to unlock the doors if someone Vehicle Personalization on also disabled. See Power Windows needs to exit, and to lock the doors page 5-40. on page 2-22. again. { Safety Locks Press Z again to deactivate the The power door locks can be safety locks and power windows. programmed through the Driver The rear door safety locks prevent If a rear door handle is being pulled Information Center (DIC). See passengers from opening the rear when the safety lock is deactivated, Vehicle Personalization on doors from inside the vehicle. page 5-40. that door will remain locked and the indicator light may flash. Release Lockout Protection the handle, then press the safety lock twice to deactivate the safety Lockout protection decreases the locks. chances that the keys may be accidentally locked in the vehicle. When door locking is requested by pressing Q on the front door panels or the RKE transmitter and the driver door is open, all doors will lock and the driver door will immediately unlock. The driver door must be closed when is pressed Q Press Z { to activate the safety for all doors to remain locked. locks. The indicator light comes on This feature can be programmed to when activated. provide the lockout protection feature only when the ignition mode is ACC/ACCESSORY, or ON/RUN/ Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13

Manual Liftgate Doors Warning (Continued) For vehicles without Keyless Liftgate . Adjust the climate control Access, unlock the vehicle before system to a setting that opening the liftgate. { Warning brings in only outside air and Press the touch pad in the handle of set the fan speed to the the liftgate, above the license plate, Exhaust gases can enter the highest setting. See “Climate and lift up to open. vehicle if it is driven with the Control Systems” in the Do not press the touch pad while liftgate or trunk/hatch open, Index. closing the liftgate. This will cause . or with any objects that pass If the vehicle is equipped with the liftgate to be unlatched. through the seal between the a power liftgate, disable the body and the trunk/hatch or power liftgate function. Always close the liftgate before driving. liftgate. Engine exhaust contains See Engine Exhaust on carbon monoxide (CO) which page 9-21. cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. { Caution If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch open: To avoid damage to the liftgate or . Close all of the windows. liftgate glass, make sure the area above and behind the liftgate is . Fully open the air outlets on clear before opening it. or under the instrument panel. (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Power Liftgate OFF: The liftgate only operates { Warning manually in this position. You, or others, could be injured if Manual operation of a liftgate that caught in the path of the power also has power operation requires liftgate. Make sure there is no one more effort than with a standard in the way of the liftgate as it is manual liftgate. opening and closing. In either the MAX or the 3/4 mode, the liftgate can be power opened and closed by: Choose the power liftgate mode by turning the dial on the switch until . Pressing h on the Remote the indicator lines up with the Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter desired position. Press the center of until the liftgate starts moving. the switch. See Remote Keyless Entry On vehicles with a power liftgate, The three modes are: (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3. the switch is on the driver door. The MAX: The liftgate opens to the full vehicle must be in P (Park) to use open height. . Pressing 8 on the center of the power feature. The taillamps flash when the power liftgate 3/4: The liftgate opens to a reduced the liftgate mode switch on the moves. height that can be set by the vehicle driver door, with the driver door operator in a range of approximately unlocked. three-quarters open to full open. . Pressing the touch pad button Use this setting to prevent the on the liftgate outside handle, liftgate from opening into overhead with all doors unlocked, to open obstructions such as a garage door the liftgate. or roof mounted cargo during power operation. The liftgate can still be manually opened all the way. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15

The power liftgate may be Obstacle Detection Features temporarily disabled under extreme If the liftgate encounters an obstacle temperatures or low battery during a power open or close cycle, conditions. If this occurs, the liftgate a warning chime will sound and the can still be operated manually. liftgate will automatically reverse If you shift the transmission out of direction to the full closed or open P (Park) while the power function is position. After removing the in progress, the liftgate power obstruction, the power liftgate function will continue to completion. operation can be used again. If the If you shift the transmission out of liftgate encounters multiple P (Park) and accelerate before the obstacles on the same power cycle, power liftgate latch is closed, the the power function will deactivate. Press and release 8 on the liftgate may reverse to the open After removing the obstructions, the position. Cargo could fall out of the liftgate next to the latch to close the liftgate will resume normal power vehicle. Always make sure the liftgate. operation. power liftgate is closed and latched The vehicle has pinch sensors Pressing any liftgate button, or the before you drive away. touch pad button while the liftgate is located on the side edges of the If you power open the liftgate and moving, stops it. Pressing the button liftgate. If an object is caught the liftgate support struts have lost or pressing and holding the RKE between the liftgate and the body pressure, the turn signals flash and switch again reverses the direction. and presses against this sensor, the a chime sounds. The liftgate stays There is a minimum distance that liftgate will reverse direction and open temporarily, then slowly the power liftgate must already be open fully. The liftgate will remain closes. See your dealer for service open for the system to hold it open. open until it is activated again or before using the liftgate. If movement is stopped below that closed manually. minimum, the liftgate closes. Do not force the liftgate open or closed during a power cycle. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Setting the Power Liftgate If you do not receive the audible and To open the liftgate, press the touch 3/4 Mode visual feedback when setting the pad on the handle on the outside of intermediate stop position, you are the liftgate, and lift the gate open. To To change the liftgate stop position: attempting to set the height below close the liftgate, use the pull cup to 1. Turn the liftgate switch to the the 3/4 open height minimum lower the liftgate and close. With the MAX or 3/4 mode position and (approximately 1.52 m or 5 ft). The power liftgate disabled, the liftgate power open the liftgate. liftgate cannot be set below that electric latch will still power latch minimum and the new setting will once contact is made with the 2. Stop the liftgate movement at not be recorded. striker. Always close the liftgate the desired height by pressing before driving. any liftgate switch. Manually Manual Operation of Power adjust the liftgate position if Liftgate If the RKE button is pressed while required. power operation is disabled, the turn To change the liftgate to manual signals flash and the liftgate will 3. Press and hold the button on the operation, turn the mode switch to not move. liftgate next to the latch until the the OFF position. turn signals flash and a beep The liftgate has an electric latch. sounds to indicate that the new With the power liftgate disabled and If the battery is disconnected or has setting is recorded. all of the doors unlocked, the liftgate low voltage, the liftgate will not can be manually opened and open. The liftgate will resume When power opened with the closed. The effort required to operation when the battery is 3/4 mode selected, the liftgate stops operate a power liftgate is greater reconnected and charged. at the new set position. than the effort required to operate a non-power liftgate. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Vehicle Security Fast Flash: Vehicle is unsecured. The vehicle alarm system will not A door, the hood, or the liftgate arm if the doors are locked with This vehicle has theft-deterrent is open. the key. features; however, they do not make Slow Flash: Alarm system is If the driver door is opened without the vehicle impossible to steal. armed. first unlocking with the RKE transmitter, the horn will chirp and Vehicle Alarm System Arming the Alarm System the lights will flash to indicate This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm 1. Close the liftgate and the hood. pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not system. Turn off the vehicle. started, or the door is not unlocked 2. Lock the vehicle in one of by pressing K on the RKE three ways: transmitter during the 10-second pre-alarm, the alarm will be . Use the RKE transmitter. activated. . Use the Keyless Access The alarm will also be activated if a system. passenger door, the liftgate, or the . With a door open, press Q hood is opened without first on the interior of the door. disarming the system. When the alarm is activated, the turn signals 3. After 30 seconds the alarm flash and the horn sounds for about The indicator light, on the system will arm, and the 30 seconds. The alarm system will instrument panel near the indicator light will begin to slowly then re-arm to monitor for the next windshield, indicates the status of flash indicating the alarm system unauthorized event. the system. is operating. Pressing Q on the Off: Alarm system is disarmed. RKE transmitter a second time On Solid: Vehicle is secured will bypass the 30-second delay during the delay to arm the system. and immediately arm the alarm system. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Disarming the Alarm System If the alarm system has been activated, a message will appear on To disarm the alarm system or turn the DIC. See Security Messages on off the alarm if it has been activated: page 5-38. . Press K on the RKE transmitter. Immobilizer . Unlock the vehicle using the Keyless Access system. See Radio Frequency Statement on The security light, in the instrument page 13-15. cluster, comes on if there is a . Start the vehicle. problem with arming or disarming To avoid setting off the alarm by Immobilizer Operation the theft-deterrent system. accident: The system has one or more RKE This vehicle has a passive . transmitters matched to an Lock the vehicle after all theft-deterrent system. occupants have left the vehicle immobilizer control unit in your and all doors are closed. The system does not have to be vehicle. Only a correctly matched manually armed or disarmed. RKE transmitter will start the . Always unlock a door with the The vehicle is automatically vehicle. If the transmitter is ever RKE transmitter or use the damaged, you may not be able to Keyless Access system. immobilized when the vehicle is turned off. start your vehicle. Unlocking the driver door with the The immobilization system is When trying to start the vehicle, the key will not disarm the system or security light comes on briefly when turn off the alarm. disarmed when the pushbutton start is activated to enter the ACC/ the ignition is turned on. How to Detect a Tamper ACCESSORY mode or the ON/ If the engine does not start and the Condition RUN/START mode and a valid security light stays on, there is a K transmitter is present in the vehicle. problem with the system. Turn the If is pressed and the horn chirps ignition off and try again. three times, the alarm was activated while the alarm system was armed. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19

If the vehicle will not change ignition It is possible for the immobilizer Exterior Mirrors modes (ACC/ACCESSORY, ON/ system to learn new or replacement RUN/START, OFF), and the RKE RKE transmitters. Up to eight transmitter appears to be transmitters can be programmed for Convex Mirrors undamaged, try another transmitter. the vehicle. To program additional Or, you may try placing the transmitters, see “Programming { Warning transmitter in the transmitter pocket Transmitters to the Vehicle” under located in the center console. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) A convex mirror can make things, “NO REMOTE DETECTED” under System Operation on page 2-3. like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are. If you Key and Lock Messages on Do not leave the key or device that cut too sharply into the right lane, page 5-33. disarms or deactivates the If the ignition modes will not change theft-deterrent system in the vehicle. you could hit a vehicle on the with the other transmitter, your right. Check the inside mirror or vehicle needs service. If the ignition glance over your shoulder before does change modes, the first changing lanes. transmitter may be faulty. See your dealer who can service the The passenger side mirror is convex theft-deterrent system and have a shaped. A convex mirror's surface is new RKE transmitter programmed to curved so more can be seen from the vehicle. the driver seat. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Power Mirrors Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) Power Folding Mirrors The vehicle may have side blind zone alert. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on page 9-53. Folding Mirrors Manual Folding Mirrors If equipped, manually fold the mirrors inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Push the mirror outward to return it Manual Folding Mirrors Shown, to the original position. Power Folding Similar If equipped, to fold the mirrors: To adjust the mirror: 1. With the selector switch in the ) position, press the down arrow 1. Move the selector switch to L on the control pad. Both mirrors (Left) or R (Right) to choose the will automatically fold. driver or passenger mirror. 2. Pressing the down arrow again 2. Press the arrows on the control will return the mirrors to their pad to move each mirror in the original position. desired direction. 3. Return the selector switch to the center position. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Resetting the Power Folding Automatic Dimming Interior Mirrors Mirrors Mirror Reset the power folding mirrors if: If the vehicle has the automatic Interior Rearview Mirrors . The mirrors are accidentally dimming mirror, the driver outside Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear obstructed while folding. mirror automatically adjusts for the view of the area behind your glare of headlamps behind you. . They are accidentally manually vehicle. folded/unfolded. Reverse Tilt Mirrors If equipped with OnStar, there are . The mirrors do not stay in the three buttons at the bottom of the unfolded position. If the vehicle is equipped with mirror. See your dealer for more memory mirrors, there is an option information on the system and how . The mirrors vibrate at normal to have the mirrors tilt down, when to subscribe to OnStar. See OnStar driving speeds. in R (Reverse), to more easily see Overview on page 14-1. Fold and unfold the mirrors one time the ground near the vehicle. To avoid accidental OnStar calls, using the mirror controls to reset When the vehicle is shifted to clean the mirror with the ignition off. them to their normal position. R (Reverse), both the driver and Do not spray glass cleaner directly A noise may be heard during the passenger mirrors will tilt downward. on the mirror. Use a soft towel resetting of the power folding They will return to their previous dampened with water. mirrors. This sound is normal after a position when the vehicle is shifted manual folding operation. out of R (Reverse), the ignition is Manual Rearview Mirror turned to OFF, or the vehicle is left Push the tab forward for daytime Heated Mirrors in R (Reverse) for an extended use and pull it rearward for period of time. 1 (Rear Window Defogger): nighttime use to avoid glare of the Press to heat the mirrors. This feature can be turned on or off. headlamps from behind. See “Rear Window Defogger” under See Vehicle Personalization on Dual Automatic Climate Control page 5-40. System on page 8-1. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Automatic Dimming Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy Rearview Mirror performance. This may result in a If equipped, automatic dimming { Warning pulsing sound when either rear reduces the glare of headlamps window is down and the front from behind. The dimming feature Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up. To reduce the comes on when the vehicle is adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, sound, open either a front window started. especially with the windows or the sunroof, if equipped. closed in warm or hot weather. They can be overcome by the Power Windows extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. { Warning Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Never leave the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter in a vehicle with children. When there are children in the rear seat, use the window lockout switch to prevent operation of the windows. See Keys on page 2-1. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (23,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23

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 windows to be lowered and raised 3. From any partial open position, fully without holding the window close the window and continue switch. Press the window switch to pull the switch briefly after the fully and release it to activate the window has fully closed. express-down feature. Pull the window switch fully up and release it Obstacle Detection Feature to activate the express-up feature. The Obstacle Detection Feature is The express mode can be canceled part of the express-up feature and is at any time by briefly pressing or active: The power windows: pulling the switch. . In the middle and upper portions . Can be operated with the Programming the Power of the window opening. ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START. Windows . During window up movements. Programming the power windows . . Can be operated within In ignition OFF during all window 10 minutes of switching the may be necessary if the vehicle's up movements and during ignition off. See Retained battery has been disconnected or express-up window movements Accessory Power (RAP) on discharged. in ignition ON/RUN/START. page 9-19. If the window will not express up after power has been restored and a . Will stop operation when any door is opened. message is displayed in the Driver Information Center: Press or pull the switch part of the way to open or close the window. 1. Close all doors. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (24,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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If there is something blocking the Overload Window Lockout window during automatic closing, If the windows are repeatedly the window will reverse direction for operated within a short time, the a short distance. Weather conditions window operation is disabled for a such as extreme cold and/or ice short time. may cause the window to auto-reverse. The window will return Remote Window Operation to normal operation once the object or condition is removed. If equipped, the remote operating windows will open all the windows If conditions prevent the window from outside the vehicle by pressing from closing and the window and holding K on the Remote continues to auto-reverse, it is Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. possible to close the window with the ignition in ON/RUN/START by holding the window switch in the This feature prevents the rear partially or fully pulled up position. passenger windows from operating Release of the switch from the except from the driver position. partially pulled up position will cause the window to stop. Release of the Press Z { to activate the rear switch from the fully pulled up window lockout. The indicator light position will activate the express-up in the switch illuminates. and related obstacle detection The rear door safety locks are also features. enabled. See Safety Locks on page 2-12. Press Z { again to deactivate the rear window lockout. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (25,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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If an inside rear door handle is Roof 2. Sunshade Switch being pulled at the same time a safety lock is deactivated, only that Sunroof Switch door will remain locked and the Sunroof Vent: To vent the sunroof, press indicator light may flash. Release On vehicles with a sunroof, the the rear of the sunroof switch (1) to the handle, then press the safety switches are on the overhead the first detent and release. The lock twice to deactivate the safety console. sunroof will open to the vent locks. position. The sunroof only operates when the ignition is in ON/RUN/START or Open/Close: To open or close the Sun Visors ACC/ACCESSORY, or in Retained sunroof, press the front or rear of Accessory Power (RAP). See the sunroof switch (1) to the first Ignition Positions on page 9-15 and detent and hold to open or close the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) sunroof to a desired position. on page 9-19. Comfort Stop: The sunroof has a comfort stop feature that stops the sunroof from opening to the full-open position. Press the rear of the sunroof switch (1) to the second detent and release to open the sunroof to the comfort open Pull the sun visor down to block position. Press and release the rear glare. If equipped, detach the sun of the sunroof switch (1) again to visor from the center mount to pivot fully open the sunroof. Press the to the side window or to extend front of the sunroof switch (1) to the along the rod. second detent and release to express close the sunroof.

1. Sunroof Switch Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (26,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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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. Express Open/Express Close: To express open or close the sunshade, press the sunshade Dirt and debris may collect on the switch (2) to the second detent and sunroof seal or in the track. This release. could cause an issue with sunroof Fully close the sunroof before fully operation or noise. It could also plug closing the sunshade. the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and Anti-Pinch Feature remove any obstacles or loose If an object is in the path of the debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and sunroof when it is closing, the roof sealing area using a clean anti-pinch feature detects the object cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not and stops the sunroof from closing remove grease from the sunroof. at the point of the obstruction. The sunroof then returns to the full-open position. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Seats and Restraints 3-1

Seats and Safety Belts Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Safety Belts ...... 3-12 Vehicle ...... 3-31 Restraints How to Wear Safety Belts Adding Equipment to the Properly ...... 3-13 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-31 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 3-14 Airbag System Check ...... 3-32 Head Restraints Safety Belt Use During Replacing Airbag System Head Restraints ...... 3-2 Pregnancy ...... 3-18 Parts after a Crash ...... 3-32 Safety Belt Extender ...... 3-18 Front Seats Child Restraints Seat Adjustment ...... 3-3 Safety System Check ...... 3-18 Safety Belt Care ...... 3-19 Older Children ...... 3-33 Power Seat Adjustment ...... 3-4 Infants and Young Lumbar Adjustment ...... 3-4 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash ...... 3-19 Children ...... 3-35 Thigh Support Adjustment . . . . 3-5 Child Restraint Systems . . . . . 3-37 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 3-5 Airbag System Where to Put the Restraint . . . 3-39 Memory Seats ...... 3-6 Airbag System ...... 3-20 Lower Anchors and Tethers Heated and Ventilated Front Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . 3-21 for Children (LATCH Seats ...... 3-8 When Should an Airbag System) ...... 3-40 Rear Seats Inflate? ...... 3-23 Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash ...... 3-48 Rear Seats ...... 3-10 What Makes an Airbag Securing Child Restraints Heated Rear Seats ...... 3-11 Inflate? ...... 3-24 (Rear Seat) ...... 3-48 Rear Seat How Does an Airbag Securing Child Restraints Pass-Through Door ...... 3-12 Restrain? ...... 3-24 What Will You See after an (Front Passenger Airbag Inflates? ...... 3-25 Position) ...... 3-50 Passenger Sensing System ...... 3-26 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

3-2 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. Pull and push on the height as the top of the occupant's head restraint after the button is { Warning head. This position reduces the released to make sure that it is chance of a neck injury in a crash. locked in place. With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, Front Seats The front seat outboard head there is a greater chance that restraints are not designed to be The vehicle's front seats have removed. occupants will suffer a neck/ adjustable head restraints in the spinal injury in a crash. Do not outboard seating positions. Rear Seats drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and The vehicle's rear seats have adjusted properly. adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions.

The height of the head restraint can be adjusted. To raise or lower the head restraint, press the button located on the side of the head restraint, and pull up or push the Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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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. Try to move the head seating position that can be restraint to make sure that it is adjusted the same way as the Seat Adjustment locked in place. outboard head restraints. To lower the head restraint, press If you are installing a child restraint { Warning the button, located on the top of the in the rear seat, see “Securing a You can lose control of the seatback, and push the head Child Restraint Designed for the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver restraint down. Try to move the LATCH System under Lower ” seat while the vehicle is moving. head restraint after the button is Anchors and Tethers for Children Adjust the driver seat only when released to make sure that it is (LATCH System) on page 3-40. locked in place. the vehicle is not moving. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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To adjust a manual seat: Power Seat Adjustment To adjust the lumbar support, see 1. Pull the handle at the front of the Lumbar Adjustment on page 3-4. seat cushion. Some vehicles are equipped with a 2. Move the seat forward or feature that activates a vibration in rearward to adjust the seat the driver seat to help the driver position. avoid crashes. See Driver Assistance Systems on page 9-44. 3. Release the handle to stop the seat from moving. Lumbar Adjustment 4. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in Power Lumbar place.

To adjust a power seat, if equipped: . Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. . Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down. . Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up or down. If available, press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or To adjust the seatback, see decrease lumbar support. Release Reclining Seatbacks on page 3-5. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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the control when the seatback Reclining Seatbacks reaches the desired level of lumbar support. { Warning

Thigh Support Sitting in a reclined position when Adjustment the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you Do not have a seatback reclined if could go into it, receiving neck or the vehicle is moving. other injuries. Manual Reclining Seatbacks The lap belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic { Warning bones. This could cause serious If either seatback is not locked, it internal injuries. If available, adjust the manual leg could move forward in a sudden extension by pulling up on the lever, For proper protection when the stop or crash. That could cause and then pulling or pushing on the vehicle is in motion, have the injury to the person sitting there. support to lengthen or shorten it. seatback upright. Then sit well Always push and pull on the Release the lever to lock it in place. back in the seat and wear the seatbacks to be sure they are safety belt properly. locked. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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2. Push and pull on the seatback to Memory Seats make sure it is locked. Power Reclining Seatbacks

To recline a manual seatback: 1. Lift the lever. If equipped, the 1, 2, and MEM 2. Move the seatback to the “ ”“ ” buttons on the outboard side of the desired position, and then driver seat are used to manually release the lever to lock the To adjust a power seatback, save and recall the positions of the seatback in place. if available: driver seat, outside mirrors, and 3. Push and pull on the seatback to . Tilt the top of the control adjustable throttle and brake pedal make sure it is locked. rearward to recline. positions (if equipped). To return the seatback to the upright . Tilt the top of the control forward position: to raise. 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Storing Memory Positions the ignition in OFF before the stored Depending upon the Auto Memory positions are reached stops the Recall feature enabled in the vehicle To save positions to the “1” and “2” buttons: recall. personalization menu, memory “1” If something has blocked the driver or “2” positions are recalled in the 1. Adjust the driver seat, seatback following ways: recliner, both outside mirrors, seat and/or the adjustable pedals and adjustable pedals (if while recalling a memory position, To activate the recall when On - equipped) to the desired driving the recall may stop. Remove the Driver Door Open is selected in the positions. obstruction; then press and hold the vehicle personalization menu: appropriate manual control for the . K 2. Press and hold MEM (Memory) memory item that is not recalling for On vehicles with RKE, press and “1” at the same time until a two seconds. Try recalling the on the RKE transmitter and open beep sounds. memory position again by pressing the door. 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for a the appropriate memory button. . On vehicles with Keyless second driver using “2.” If the memory position is still not Access, press the lock/unlock recalling, see your dealer for button on the outside driver door Manually Recalling Memory service. handle and open the driver door. Positions Automatically Recalling Memory The RKE transmitter must be If the vehicle is OFF or not in Positions (Auto Memory Recall) present for the recall to activate. P (Park), press and hold "1" or "2" . If the driver door is already to manually recall the previously The Auto (Automatic) Memory K stored memory positions. Releasing Recall feature automatically recalls open, press on the RKE transmitter to activate the recall. "1” or "2" before the stored positions the current driver’s previously stored are reached stops the recall. “1” or “2” position when entering the To activate the recall when On - At vehicle. If the vehicle is ON and in P (Park), Ignition On is selected in the vehicle personalization menu: press and release “1” or “2” to manually recall the previously . Place the ignition in ON/RUN/ stored memory positions. Placing START. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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See Vehicle Personalization on Easy Exit Recall position again. If the exit position is page 5-40. If programmed on in the vehicle still not recalling, see your dealer for To stop recall movement, press one personalization menu, this feature service. of the memory, power mirror, moves the seat approximately 7 cm or power seat controls; or press the (3 in) rearward automatically Heated and Ventilated adjustable pedal switch (if allowing the driver more room to exit Front Seats equipped). If On - At Ignition On is the vehicle. selected in the vehicle Easy Exit recall activates when one { Warning personalization menu, placing the of the following occurs: ignition in OFF also stops the recall. If you cannot feel temperature . The vehicle is turned off and the change or pain to the skin, the If something has blocked the driver driver door is opened within a seat heater may cause burns. To seat and/or the adjustable pedals (if short time. equipped) while recalling a memory reduce the risk of burns, people position, the recall may stop. . The vehicle is turned off with the with such a condition should use Remove the obstruction; then press driver door open. care when using the seat heater, and hold the appropriate manual See Vehicle Personalization on especially for long periods of control for the memory item that is page 5-40. time. Do not place anything on not recalling for two seconds. Try the seat that insulates against To stop recall movement, press one recalling the memory position again heat, such as a blanket, cushion, by opening the driver door and of the memory, power mirror, power seat controls, or the adjustable cover, or similar item. This may pressing K on the RKE transmitter. pedal switch (if equipped). cause the seat heater to If the memory position is still not overheat. An overheated seat recalling, see your dealer for If something has blocked the driver heater may cause a burn or may service. seat while recalling the exit position, damage the seat. the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold the power seat control rearward for two seconds. Try recalling the exit Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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When this feature is off, the symbols outside, the heated seats turn on, on the buttons are white. When a and when it is hot outside the heated seat is turned on, the symbol ventilated seats turn on. This turns red. When a ventilated seat (if feature is canceled when the available) is turned on, the symbol ignition is turned on. Press the turns blue. button to use the heated or Press the button once for the ventilated seats after the vehicle is highest setting. With each press of started. the button, the seat will change to The heated or ventilated seat the next lower setting, and then to indicator lights on the button do not the off setting. The indicator lights turn on during a remote start. next to the buttons indicate three for The temperature performance of an Heated and Ventilated Seat the highest setting and one for the unoccupied seat may be reduced. Buttons Shown, Heated Seat lowest. If the front heated seats are This is normal. Buttons Similar on high, the level may automatically be lowered after approximately The heated or ventilated seats will If available, the buttons are near the 30 minutes. not turn on during a remote start climate controls on the center stack. unless they are enabled in the To operate, the ignition must be in The passenger seat may take vehicle personalization menu. See ON/RUN/START. longer to heat up. Remote Vehicle Start on page 2-8 Press M or L to heat the driver or Remote Start Heated and and Vehicle Personalization on passenger seat. Ventilated Seats page 5-40. Press C or {, if available, to During a remote start, the heated or ventilate the driver or passenger ventilated seats can be turned on seat. A ventilated seat has a fan automatically. When it is cold that pulls or pushes air through the seat. The air is not cooled. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Rear Seats Raising the Seatbacks Split Folding Seatbacks { Warning With this feature, either side of the rear seatback can be folded down If either seatback is not locked, it for more cargo space. could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause Folding the Seatbacks injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the { Caution seatbacks to be sure they are locked. Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause 3. Lift the lever on the top of the damage to the seat or the safety seatback. A tab near the belts. Always unbuckle the safety seatback lever raises when the { Warning belts and return them to their seatback is unlocked. A safety belt that is improperly normal stowed position before 4. Fold the seatback forward. A tab routed, not properly attached, folding a rear seat. near the seatback lever retracts or twisted will not provide the when the seatback is locked in protection needed in a crash. The To fold the seatback: place. person wearing the belt could be 1. Unbuckle the rear safety belts Keep the seatback in the upright, seriously injured. After raising the and move the front seatbacks to locked position when not in use. rear seatback, always check to be the upright position. See sure that the safety belts are Reclining Seatbacks on properly routed and attached, and page 3-5. are not twisted. 2. Make sure that there is nothing under, in front of, or on the seat. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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To raise the seatback: 2. Tilt the seatback rearward, and 1. Lift the lever on top of the then release the lever when the seatback. Raise the seatback seatback is in the desired and release the lever. A tab near position. A tab near the seatback the seatback lever raises when lever retracts when the seatback the seatback is unlocked. is locked in place. 2. Push the seatback rearward until Heated Rear Seats it locks in the upright position. A tab near the seatback lever retracts when the seatback is { Warning locked in place. If you cannot feel temperature 3. Make sure the rear safety belts change or pain to the skin, the If available, the buttons are on the are not twisted or caught seat heater may cause burns. rear climate control panel on the between the seat cushion and See the Warning under Heated rear of the center console. the seatback. and Ventilated Front Seats on With the ignition in ON/RUN/START, page 3-8. Reclining the Seatbacks press M or L to heat the left or right To recline the seatback: outboard seat cushion and seatback. An indicator on the 1. Lift and hold the lever on top of climate control display appears the seatback. A tab near the when this feature is on. seatback lever raises when the seatback is unlocked. Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the heated seat changes to the next lower setting, and then Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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the off setting. Three lights indicate Safety Belts the highest setting, and one light Warning (Continued) indicates the lowest. This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts It is extremely dangerous to ride Rear Seat properly. It also describes some in a cargo area, inside or outside things not to do with safety belts. of a vehicle. In a collision, Pass-Through Door passengers riding in these areas { Warning are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow Do not let anyone ride where a passengers to ride in any area of safety belt cannot be worn the vehicle that is not equipped properly. In a crash, if you or your with seats and safety belts. passenger(s) are not wearing Always wear a safety belt, and safety belts, injuries can be much check that all passenger(s) are worse than if you are wearing restrained properly too. safety belts. You can be seriously injured or killed by hitting things inside the vehicle harder or by This vehicle has indicators as a being ejected from the vehicle. In reminder to buckle the safety belts. addition, anyone who is not See Safety Belt Reminders on page 5-13. There is a rear seat pass-through buckled up can strike other door in the center of the rear passengers in the vehicle. seatback. Fold down the center armrest and push down on the latch (Continued) to open the door. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a This section is only for people of safety belt? adult size. A: You could be — whether you are There are special things to know wearing a safety belt or not. about safety belts and children. And Your chance of being conscious there are different rules for smaller during and after a crash, so you children and infants. If a child will be can unbuckle and get out, is riding in the vehicle, see Older When riding in a vehicle, you travel much greater if you are belted. Children on page 3-33 or Infants and Young Children on page 3-35. as fast as the vehicle does. If the Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why vehicle stops suddenly, you keep Follow those rules for everyone's should I have to wear safety protection. going until something stops you. belts? It could be the windshield, the It is very important for all occupants instrument panel, or the safety belts! A: Airbags are supplemental to buckle up. Statistics show that systems only; so they work with unbelted people are hurt more often When you wear a safety belt, you safety belts — not instead of and the vehicle slow down together. in crashes than those who are them. Whether or not an airbag wearing safety belts. There is more time to stop because is provided, all occupants still you stop over a longer distance and, have to buckle up to get the when worn properly, your strongest most protection. bones take the forces from the Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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There are important things to know would apply force on your Lap-Shoulder Belt about wearing a safety belt properly. abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. . Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest. The following instructions explain These parts of the body are best how to wear a lap-shoulder belt able to take belt restraining properly. forces. The shoulder belt locks if 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is there is a sudden stop or crash. adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” { Warning in the Index. 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull You can be seriously injured, the belt across you. Do not let it or even killed, by not wearing get twisted. your safety belt properly. . Sit up straight and always keep The lap-shoulder belt may lock if your feet on the floor in front . Never allow the lap or you pull the belt across you very of you. shoulder belt to become quickly. If this happens, let the loose or twisted. . Always use the correct buckle belt go back slightly to unlock it. for your seating position. . Never wear the shoulder belt Then pull the belt across you under both arms or behind more slowly. . Wear the lap part of the belt low your back. and snug on the hips, just If the shoulder portion of a touching the thighs. In a crash, . Never route the lap or passenger belt is pulled out all this applies force to the strong shoulder belt over an the way, the child restraint pelvic bones and you would be armrest. locking feature may be engaged. less likely to slide under the lap If this happens, let the belt go belt. If you slid under it, the belt back all the way and start again. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See “Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster” later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information.

3. Push the latch plate into the To unlatch the belt, just push the buckle until it clicks. button on the buckle. Pull up on the latch plate to Before a door is closed, be sure the make sure it is secure. If the belt safety belt is out of the way. If a is not long enough, see Safety door is slammed against a safety Belt Extender on page 3-18. belt, damage can occur to both the Position the release button on safety belt and the vehicle. the buckle so that the safety belt 5. To make the lap part tight, pull Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster could be quickly unbuckled if up on the shoulder belt. necessary. The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Adjust the height so that the After the height adjuster is set to the Rear Safety Belt Comfort shoulder portion of the belt is on the desired position, try to move it down Guides shoulder and not falling off of it. The without pressing the release button belt should be close to, but not to make sure it has locked into This vehicle may have rear shoulder contacting, the neck. Improper position. Press the release button to belt comfort guides for the outboard shoulder belt height adjustment lower the height adjuster. passenger positions in the rear seat. could reduce the effectiveness of If not, they are available through the safety belt in a crash. See How Safety Belt Pretensioners your dealer. The guides may provide added safety belt comfort to Wear Safety Belts Properly on This vehicle has safety belt for older children who have page 3-13. pretensioners for front outboard outgrown booster seats and for occupants. Although the safety belt some adults. When installed on a pretensioners cannot be seen, they shoulder belt, and properly adjusted, are part of the safety belt assembly. the comfort guide positions the belt They can help tighten the safety away from the neck and head. belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal and near Here is how to install a comfort frontal crash and will deploy in side, guide to the safety belt: rear and rollover events if the 1. Remove the guide from its threshold conditions for pretensioner storage pocket on the side of activation are met. the seat. Pretensioners work only once. If the pretensioners activate in a crash, they will need to be replaced, and Move the height adjuster up to the the vehicle's safety belt system will desired position by pushing up on probably need other new parts. See the height adjuster. Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash on page 3-19. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Warning (Continued)

and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.

2. Place the guide over the belt, 3. Be sure that the belt is not and insert the two edges of the twisted and it lies flat. The belt into the slots of the guide. elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.

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A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the 4. Buckle, position, and release the protection needed in a crash. The safety belt as described person wearing the belt could be previously in this section. Make sure the shoulder portion of the seriously injured. The shoulder belt is on the shoulder and not belt should go over the shoulder falling off of it. The belt should (Continued) be close to, but not contacting, the neck. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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To remove and store the comfort Safety Belt Extender guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten be removed from the guide. Slide around you, you should use it. the guide back into its storage But if a safety belt is not long pocket located on the side of enough, your dealer will order you the seat. an extender. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you Safety Belt Use During will wear, so the extender will be Pregnancy long enough for you. To help avoid personal injury, do not let someone Safety belts work for everyone, else use it, and use it only for the including pregnant women. Like all seat it is made to fit. The extender occupants, they are more likely to A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap has been designed for adults. Never be seriously injured if they do not use it for securing child seats. To wear safety belts. portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, wear it, attach it to the regular safety throughout the pregnancy. belt. See the instruction sheet that comes with the extender. The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety Safety System Check belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a Now and then, check that the safety crash. For pregnant women, as for belt reminder light, safety belts, anyone, the key to making safety buckles, latch plates, retractors, and belts effective is wearing them anchorages are all working properly. properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job. See your dealer Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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to have it repaired. Torn or frayed Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not protect you in a safety belts may not be necessary. crash. They can rip apart under System Parts after a But the safety belt assemblies that impact forces. If a belt is torn or Crash were used during any crash may frayed, get a new one right away. have been stressed or damaged. Make sure the safety belt reminder { Warning See your dealer to have the safety light is working. See Safety Belt belt assemblies inspected or Reminders on page 5-13. A crash can damage the safety replaced. belt system in the vehicle. New parts and repairs may be Keep safety belts clean and dry. A damaged safety belt system See Safety Belt Care on page 3-19. necessary even if the safety belt may not properly protect the system was not being used at the person using it, resulting in time of the crash. Safety Belt Care serious injury or even death in a Have the safety belt pretensioners crash. To help make sure the Keep belts clean and dry. checked if the vehicle has been in a safety belt systems are working crash, or if the airbag readiness light { Warning properly after a crash, have them stays on after you start the vehicle inspected and any necessary or while you are driving. See Airbag Do not bleach or dye safety belts. replacements made as soon as Readiness Light on page 5-14. It may severely weaken them. In possible. a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word Here are the most important things AIRBAG is on the center of the to know about the airbag system: The vehicle has the following steering wheel for the driver and on airbags: the instrument panel for the front { Warning . A frontal airbag for the driver. outboard passenger. For seat-mounted side impact You can be severely injured or . A frontal airbag for the front killed in a crash if you are not outboard passenger. airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback closest to wearing your safety belt, even . A seat-mounted side impact the door. with airbags. Airbags are airbag for the driver. designed to work with safety For roof-rail airbags, the word belts, not replace them. Also, . A seat-mounted side impact AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim. airbag for the front outboard airbags are not designed to inflate passenger. Airbags are designed to supplement in every crash. In some crashes the protection provided by safety safety belts are the only restraint. . A roof-rail airbag for the driver belts. Even though today's airbags See When Should an Airbag and for the second row are also designed to help reduce Inflate? on page 3-23. passenger seated directly the risk of injury from the force of an behind the driver. inflating bag, all airbags must inflate Wearing your safety belt during a . A roof-rail airbag for the front very quickly to do their job. crash helps reduce the chance of outboard passenger and the hitting things inside the vehicle or second row passenger seated being ejected from it. Airbags are directly behind the front outboard “supplemental restraints” to the passenger. safety belts. Everyone in the vehicle should wear a safety belt All vehicle airbags have the word properly, whether or not there is AIRBAG on the trim or on an an airbag for that person. attached label near the deployment opening. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Where Are the Airbags? { Warning { Warning

Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against, force and faster than the blink of or very close to, any airbag when an eye, anyone who is up it inflates can be seriously injured against, or very close to any or killed. Always secure children airbag when it inflates can be properly in the vehicle. To read seriously injured or killed. Do not how, see Older Children on sit unnecessarily close to any page 3-33 or Infants and Young airbag, as you would be if sitting Children on page 3-35. on the edge of the seat or leaning forward. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear a safety belt, even with airbags. The driver The driver frontal airbag is in the should sit as far back as possible center of the steering wheel. while still maintaining control of the vehicle. Occupants should not lean on or There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument cluster, which sleep against the door or side shows the airbag symbol. windows in seating positions with seat-mounted side impact airbags The system checks the airbag and/or roof-rail airbags. electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5-14 for more information. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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The front outboard passenger Driver Side Shown, Passenger Driver Side Shown, Passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger Side Similar Side Similar side instrument panel. The driver and front outboard The roof-rail airbags for the driver, passenger seat-mounted side right front passenger, and second impact airbags are in the side of the row outboard passengers are in the seatbacks closest to the door. ceiling above the side windows.

{ Warning

If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (23,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the Warning (Continued) direction of the impact, and how Inflate? quickly the vehicle slows down. or even death. The path of an This vehicle is equipped with inflating airbag must be kept Frontal airbags may inflate at airbags. See Airbag System on different crash speeds depending on clear. Do not put anything page 3-20. Airbags are designed to between an occupant and an whether the vehicle hits an object inflate if the impact exceeds the straight on or at an angle, and airbag, and do not attach or put specific airbag system's deployment anything on the steering wheel whether the object is fixed or threshold. Deployment thresholds moving, rigid or deformable, narrow hub or on or near any other are used to predict how severe a or wide. airbag covering. crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain Frontal airbags are not intended to Do not use seat accessories that inflate during vehicle rollovers, in block the inflation path of a the occupants. The vehicle has electronic sensors that help the rear impacts, or in many side seat-mounted side impact airbag. airbag system determine the impacts. Never secure anything to the roof severity of the impact. Deployment In addition, the vehicle has of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags thresholds can vary with specific advanced technology frontal by routing a rope or tie‐down vehicle design. airbags. Advanced technology through any door or window Frontal airbags are designed to frontal airbags adjust the restraint opening. If you do, the path of an inflate in moderate to severe frontal according to crash severity. inflating roof-rail airbag will be or near frontal crashes to help Seat-mounted side impact airbags blocked. reduce the potential for severe are designed to inflate in moderate injuries, mainly to the driver's or to severe side crashes depending front outboard passenger's head on the location of the impact. and chest. Seat-mounted side impact airbags Whether the frontal airbags will or are not designed to inflate in frontal should inflate is not based primarily impacts, near frontal impacts, on how fast the vehicle is traveling. rollovers, or rear impacts. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (24,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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A seat-mounted side impact airbag What Makes an Airbag Airbags supplement the protection is designed to inflate on the side of provided by safety belts by the vehicle that is struck. Inflate? distributing the force of the impact Roof-rail airbags are designed to In a deployment event, the sensing more evenly over the inflate in moderate to severe side system sends an electrical signal occupant's body. crashes depending on the location triggering a release of gas from the Rollover capable roof-rail airbags of the impact. In addition, these inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the are designed to help contain the roof-rail airbags are designed to airbag causing the bag to break out head and chest of occupants in the inflate during a rollover or in a of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, outboard seating positions in the severe frontal impact. Roof-rail and related hardware are all part of first and second rows. The rollover airbags are not designed to inflate in the airbag module. capable roof-rail airbags are rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags For airbag locations, see Where Are designed to help reduce the risk of will inflate when either side of the the Airbags? on page 3-21. full or partial ejection in rollover vehicle is struck, if the sensing events, although no system can system predicts that the vehicle is How Does an Airbag prevent all such ejections. about to roll over on its side, or in a Restrain? But airbags would not help in many severe frontal impact. types of collisions, primarily In any particular crash, no one can In moderate to severe frontal or because the occupant's motion is say whether an airbag should have near frontal collisions, even belted not toward those airbags. See When inflated simply because of the occupants can contact the steering Should an Airbag Inflate? on vehicle damage or repair costs. wheel or the instrument panel. In page 3-23. moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact Airbags should never be regarded the inside of the vehicle. as anything more than a supplement to safety belts. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (25,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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What Will You See after off the fuel system after the airbags { Warning inflate. You can lock the doors, turn an Airbag Inflates? off the interior lamps, and turn off After the frontal airbags and When an airbag inflates, there the hazard warning flashers by seat-mounted side impact airbags may be dust in the air. This dust using the controls for those inflate, they quickly deflate, so could cause breathing problems features. quickly that some people may not for people with a history of even realize an airbag inflated. asthma or other breathing trouble. { Warning Roof-rail airbags may still be at least To avoid this, everyone in the partially inflated for some time after vehicle should get out as soon as A crash severe enough to inflate they inflate. Some components of it is safe to do so. If you have the airbags may have also the airbag module may be hot for breathing problems but cannot damaged important functions in several minutes. For location of the get out of the vehicle after an the vehicle, such as the fuel airbags, see Where Are the airbag inflates, then get fresh air system, brake and steering Airbags? on page 3-21. by opening a window or a door. systems, etc. Even if the vehicle The parts of the airbag that come If you experience breathing appears to be drivable after a into contact with you may be warm, problems following an airbag moderate crash, there may be but not too hot to touch. There may deployment, you should seek concealed damage that could be some smoke and dust coming medical attention. make it difficult to safely operate from the vents in the deflated the vehicle. airbags. Airbag inflation does not The vehicle has a feature that may Use caution if you should attempt prevent the driver from seeing out of automatically unlock the doors, turn the windshield or being able to steer to restart the engine after a crash on the interior lamps, turn on the has occurred. the vehicle, nor does it prevent hazard warning flashers, and shut people from leaving the vehicle. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (26,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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In many crashes severe enough to . Let only qualified technicians inflate the airbag, windshields are work on the airbag systems. broken by vehicle deformation. Improper service can mean that Additional windshield breakage may an airbag system will not work also occur from the front outboard properly. See your dealer for passenger airbag. service. . Airbags are designed to inflate Passenger Sensing Canada and Mexico only once. After an airbag System The words ON and OFF, or the inflates, you will need some new symbol for on and off, are visible parts for the airbag system. The vehicle has a passenger during the system check. When the If you do not get them, the sensing system for the front system check is complete, either the airbag system will not be there outboard passenger position. The word ON or OFF, or the symbol for to help protect you in another passenger airbag status indicator on or off, will be visible. See crash. A new system will include will light on the overhead console Passenger Airbag Status Indicator airbag modules and possibly when the vehicle is started. on page 5-15. other parts. The service manual for the vehicle covers the need The passenger sensing system to replace other parts. turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under . The vehicle has a crash sensing certain conditions. No other airbag and diagnostic module which is affected by the passenger records information after a sensing system. crash. See Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy on United States The passenger sensing system page 13-13 and Event Data works with sensors that are part of Recorders on page 13-13. the front outboard passenger seat. The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly-seated Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (27,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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occupant and determine if the front The passenger sensing system is outboard passenger frontal airbag Warning (Continued) designed to turn off the front should be allowed to inflate or not. outboard passenger airbag if: forward-facing child restraint can According to accident statistics, be seriously injured or killed if the . The front outboard passenger children are safer when properly passenger frontal airbag inflates seat is unoccupied. secured in a rear seat in the correct and the passenger seat is in a . The system determines that an child restraint for their weight forward position. infant is present in a child and size. Even if the passenger sensing restraint. Whenever possible, children aged system has turned off the . A front outboard passenger 12 and under should be secured in passenger frontal airbag, no takes his/her weight off of the a rear seating position. system is fail-safe. No one can seat for a period of time. Never put a rear-facing child seat in guarantee that an airbag will not . There is a critical problem with the front. This is because the risk to inflate under some unusual the airbag system or the the rear-facing child is so great, circumstance, even though the passenger sensing system. if the airbag deploys. airbag is off. When the passenger sensing { Warning Secure rear-facing child restraints system has turned off the front in a rear seat, even if the airbag outboard passenger frontal airbag, A child in a rear-facing child is off. If you secure a the off indicator will light and stay lit restraint can be seriously injured forward-facing child restraint in as a reminder that the airbag is off. or killed if the passenger frontal the front outboard passenger See Passenger Airbag Status airbag inflates. This is because seat, always move the seat as far Indicator on page 5-15. the back of the rear-facing child back as it will go. It is better to restraint would be very close to secure the child restraint in a the inflating airbag. A child in a rear seat. (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (28,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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The passenger sensing system is 3. Remove any additional items designed to turn on the front { Warning from the seat such as blankets, outboard passenger frontal airbag cushions, seat covers, seat anytime the system senses that a If the airbag readiness light ever heaters, or seat massagers. person of adult size is sitting comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong 4. Reinstall the child restraint properly in the front outboard following the directions provided passenger seat. with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, by the child restraint When the passenger sensing have the vehicle serviced right manufacturer and refer to system has allowed the airbag to be Securing Child Restraints (Rear away. See Airbag Readiness enabled, the on indicator will light Seat) on page 3-48 or Securing Light on page 5-14 for more and stay lit as a reminder that the Child Restraints (Front airbag is active. information, including important Passenger Position) on safety information. For some children, including page 3-50. children in child restraints, and for 5. If, after reinstalling the child very small adults, the passenger If the On Indicator Is Lit for a restraint and restarting the sensing system may or may not turn Child Restraint vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, off the front outboard passenger The passenger sensing system is turn the vehicle off. Then slightly frontal airbag, depending upon the designed to turn off the front recline the vehicle seatback and person’s seating posture and body outboard passenger frontal airbag if adjust the seat cushion, build. Everyone in the vehicle who the system determines that an infant if adjustable, to make sure that has outgrown child restraints should is present in a child restraint. If a the vehicle seatback is not wear a safety belt properly — child restraint has been installed pushing the child restraint into whether or not there is an airbag for and the on indicator is lit: the seat cushion. that person. 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (29,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Also make sure the child If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an Use the following steps to allow the restraint is not trapped under the Adult-Sized Occupant system to detect that person and vehicle head restraint. If this enable the front outboard passenger happens, adjust the head frontal airbag: restraint. See Head Restraints 1. Turn the vehicle off. on page 3-2. 2. Remove any additional material 6. Restart the vehicle. from the seat, such as blankets, The passenger sensing system may cushions, seat covers, seat or may not turn off the airbags for a heaters, or seat massagers. Also child in a child restraint depending remove laptops or other upon the child's size. It is better to electronic devices. secure a child restraint in a 3. Place the seatback in the fully rear seat. upright position. 4. Have the person sit upright in If a person of adult size is sitting the seat, centered on the seat in the front outboard passenger cushion, with legs comfortably seat, but the off indicator is lit, it extended. could be because that person 5. Restart the vehicle and have the is not sitting properly in the seat. person remain in this position for two to three minutes after the on indicator is lit. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (30,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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A thick layer of additional material, . Liquid pooled on the seat that { Warning such as a blanket or cushion, has not soaked in may make it or aftermarket equipment such as more likely that the passenger If the front outboard passenger seat covers, seat heaters, and seat sensing system will turn on the airbag is turned off for an massagers can affect how well the passenger airbag while a child adult-sized occupant, the airbag passenger sensing system restraint or child occupant is on will not be able to inflate and help operates. We recommend that you the seat. If the passenger airbag protect that person in a crash, not use seat covers or other is turned on, the on indicator will resulting in an increased risk of aftermarket equipment except when be lit. serious injury or even death. An approved by GM for your specific If the front passenger seat gets wet, adult-sized occupant should not vehicle. See Adding Equipment to dry it immediately. If the airbag ride in the front outboard the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on readiness light is lit, do not install a passenger seat, if the passenger page 3-31 for more information child restraint or allow anyone to airbag off indicator is lit. about modifications that can affect occupy the seat. See Airbag how the system operates. Readiness Light on page 5-14 for Additional Factors Affecting A wet seat can affect the important safety information. System Operation performance of the passenger The on indicator may be lit if an sensing system. Here’s how: object, such as a briefcase, Safety belts help keep the handbag, grocery bag, laptop, passenger in position on the seat . The passenger sensing system may turn off the passenger or other electronic device, is put on during vehicle maneuvers and an unoccupied seat. If this is not braking, which helps the passenger airbag when liquid is soaked into the seat. If this happens, the off desired, remove the object from sensing system maintain the the seat. passenger airbag status. See indicator will be lit, and the airbag readiness light will also “Safety Belts” and “Child Restraints” in the Index for additional be lit. information about the importance of proper restraint use. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (31,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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safety belts, airbag sensing and { Warning { Warning diagnostic module, steering wheel, instrument panel, roof-rail airbag Stowing of articles under the For up to 10 seconds after the modules, ceiling or pillar garnish passenger seat or between the vehicle is turned off and the trim, overhead console, front passenger seat cushion and battery is disconnected, an airbag sensors, side impact sensors, seatback may interfere with the can still inflate during improper rollover sensor module, airbag proper operation of the passenger service. You can be injured if you wiring, or cargo restraint system and sensing system. are close to an airbag when it convenience net. inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. Your dealer and the service manual They are probably part of the Servicing the have information about the location airbag system. Be sure to follow of the airbag sensors, sensing and Airbag-Equipped Vehicle proper service procedures, and diagnostic module, and airbag Airbags affect how the vehicle make sure the person performing wiring. work for you is qualified to do so. should be serviced. There are parts In addition, the vehicle has a of the airbag system in several passenger sensing system that places around the vehicle. Your Adding Equipment to the includes sensors as part of the front dealer and the service manual have Airbag-Equipped Vehicle outboard passenger seat. The information about servicing the passenger sensing system may not vehicle and the airbag system. To Adding accessories that change the operate properly if the original seat purchase a service manual, see vehicle's frame, bumper system, trim is replaced with non-GM Service Publications Ordering height, front end, or side sheet covers, upholstery, or trim; or with Information on page 13-11. metal may keep the airbag system GM covers, upholstery, or trim from working properly. designed for a different vehicle. The operation of the airbag system Any object, such as an aftermarket can also be affected by changing or seat heater or a comfort-enhancing moving any parts of the front seats, pad or device, installed under or on top of the seat fabric, could also Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (32,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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interfere with the operation of the Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System passenger sensing system. This could either prevent proper The airbag system does not need Parts after a Crash deployment of the passenger regularly scheduled maintenance or airbag(s) or prevent the passenger replacement. Make sure the airbag { Warning sensing system from properly readiness light is working. See turning off the passenger airbag(s). Airbag Readiness Light on A crash can damage the airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 5-14. systems in the vehicle. page 3-26. A damaged airbag system may not work properly and may not If the vehicle has rollover roof rail { Caution ‐ protect you and your airbags, see Different Size Tires If an airbag covering is damaged, passenger(s) in a crash, resulting and Wheels on page 10-59 for opened, or broken, the airbag additional important information. in serious injury or even death. To may not work properly. Do not help make sure the airbag If your vehicle needs to be modified open or break the airbag systems are working properly because you have a disability and coverings. If there are any after a crash, have them you have questions about whether opened or broken airbag inspected and any necessary the modifications will affect the coverings, have the airbag replacements made as soon as vehicle's airbag system, or if you covering and/or airbag module possible. have questions about whether the replaced. For the location of the airbag system will be affected if the airbags, see Where Are the vehicle is modified for any other Airbags? on page 3-21. See your reason, call Customer Assistance. dealer for service. See Customer Assistance Offices on page 13-3. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (33,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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If an airbag inflates, you will need to Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that replace airbag system parts. See come with the booster seat state the your dealer for service. Older Children weight and height limitations for that If the airbag readiness light stays on booster. Use a booster seat with a after the vehicle is started or comes lap-shoulder belt until the child on when you are driving, the airbag passes the fit test below: system may not work properly. Have . Sit all the way back on the seat. the vehicle serviced right away. See Do the knees bend at the seat Airbag Readiness Light on edge? If yes, continue. If no, page 5-14. return to the booster seat. . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes, continue. If no, try using the rear safety belt comfort guide. See “Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt on Older children who have outgrown page 3-14. If the shoulder belt booster seats should wear the still does not rest on the vehicle safety belts. shoulder, then return to the booster seat. . Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips, touching the thighs? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (34,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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. Can proper safety belt fit be According to accident statistics, maintained for the length of the children are safer when properly trip? If yes, continue. If no, restrained in a rear seating position. return to the booster seat. In a crash, children who are not Q: What is the proper way to buckled up can strike other people wear safety belts? who are buckled up, or can be A: An older child should wear a thrown out of the vehicle. Older lap-shoulder belt and get the children need to use safety belts additional restraint a shoulder properly. belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or { Warning neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just Never allow more than one child touching the top of the thighs. to wear the same safety belt. The { Warning This applies belt force to the safety belt cannot properly spread Never allow a child to wear the child's pelvic bones in a crash. the impact forces. In a crash, they safety belt with the shoulder belt It should never be worn over the can be crushed together and behind their back. A child can be abdomen, which could cause seriously injured. A safety belt seriously injured by not wearing severe or even fatal internal must be used by only one person injuries in a crash. the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a at a time. crash, the child would not be Also see “Rear Safety Belt Comfort restrained by the shoulder belt. Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt on The child could move too far page 3-14. forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. The child might also slide under the lap (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (35,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Infants and Young Every time infants and young Warning (Continued) children ride in vehicles, they should Children have the protection provided by belt. The belt force would then be Everyone in a vehicle needs appropriate child restraints. Neither applied right on the abdomen. protection! This includes infants and the vehicle's safety belt system nor That could cause serious or fatal all other children. Neither the its airbag system is designed injuries. The shoulder belt should distance traveled nor the age and for them. go over the shoulder and across size of the traveler changes the the chest. Children who are not restrained need, for everyone, to use safety properly can strike other people, restraints. In fact, the law in every or can be thrown out of the vehicle. state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be { Warning restrained while in a vehicle. Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to { Warning crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not Children can be seriously injured possible to hold it during a crash. or strangled if a shoulder belt is For example, in a crash at only wrapped around their neck and 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) the safety belt continues to infant will suddenly become a tighten. Never leave children 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's unattended in a vehicle and never arms. An infant should be allow children to play with the secured in an appropriate safety belts. restraint. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (36,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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types. Selection of a particular Warning (Continued) restraint should take into consideration not only the child's the front outboard seat, always weight, height, and age but also move the front passenger seat as whether or not the restraint will far back as it will go. be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used. For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the { Warning restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor Children who are up against, vehicle safety standards. or very close to, any airbag when The restraint manufacturer it inflates can be seriously injured instructions that come with the or killed. Never put a rear-facing restraint state the weight and child restraint in the front height limitations for a particular Q: What are the different types of outboard seat. Secure a child restraint. In addition, there add-on child restraints? rear-facing child restraint in a rear are many kinds of restraints seat. It is also better to secure a A: Add-on child restraints, which available for children with forward-facing child restraint in a are purchased by the vehicle special needs. rear seat. If you must secure a owner, are available in four basic forward-facing child restraint in (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (37,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Child Restraint Systems { Warning { Warning

To reduce the risk of neck and A young child's hip bones are still head injury during a crash, infants so small that the vehicle's regular need complete support. In a safety belt may not remain low on crash, if an infant is in a the hip bones, as it should. rear-facing child restraint, the Instead, it may settle up around crash forces can be distributed the child's abdomen. In a crash, across the strongest part of an the belt would apply force on a infant's body, the back and body area that is unprotected by shoulders. Infants should always any bony structure. This alone be secured in rear-facing child could cause serious or fatal restraints. injuries. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a Rear-Facing Infant Seat crash, young children should A rear-facing infant seat provides always be secured in appropriate restraint with the seating surface child restraints. against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (38,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle

{ Warning

A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats instructions that came with that A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint child restraint and the instructions restraint for the child's body with the designed to improve the fit of the in this manual. harness. vehicle's safety belt system. A booster seat can also help a child To help reduce the chance of injury, to see out the window. the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle. Child restraint systems must be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by the LATCH system. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-40. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (39,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Children can be endangered in a Administration (NHTSA) website to Whenever possible, children aged crash if the child restraint is not locate the nearest child safety seat 12 and under should be secured in properly secured in the vehicle. inspection station. For CPST a rear seating position. When securing an add-on child availability in Canada, check with Never put a rear-facing child seat in restraint, refer to the instructions Transport Canada or the Provincial the front. This is because the risk to that come with the restraint which Ministry of Transportation office. the rear-facing child is so great if the may be on the restraint itself or in a Securing the Child Within the airbag deploys. booklet, or both, and to this manual. Child Restraint The child restraint instructions are { Warning important, so if they are not { Warning available, obtain a replacement A child in a rear-facing child copy from the manufacturer. A child can be seriously injured or restraint can be seriously injured Keep in mind that an unsecured killed in a crash if the child is not or killed if the front passenger child restraint can move around in a properly secured in the child airbag inflates. This is because collision or sudden stop and injure restraint. Secure the child the back of the rear-facing child people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly following the instructions restraint would be very close to properly secure any child restraint in that came with that child restraint. the inflating airbag. A child in a the vehicle — even when no child is forward-facing child restraint can in it. be seriously injured or killed if the In some areas of the United States Where to Put the front passenger airbag inflates and Canada, Certified Child Restraint and the passenger seat is in a forward position. Passenger Safety Technicians According to accident statistics, (CPSTs) are available to inspect children and infants are safer when Even if the passenger sensing and demonstrate how to correctly properly restrained in a child system has turned off the front use and install child restraints. In restraint system or infant restraint passenger frontal airbag, no the U.S., refer to the National system secured in a rear seating (Continued) Highway Traffic Safety position. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (40,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Child restraints and booster seats Lower Anchors and Warning (Continued) vary considerably in size, and some may fit in certain seating positions Tethers for Children system is fail-safe. No one can better than others. Always make (LATCH System) guarantee that an airbag will not sure the child restraint is properly The LATCH system secures a child deploy under some unusual secured. circumstance, even though it is restraint during driving or in a crash. turned off. Depending on where you place the LATCH attachments on the child child restraint and the size of the restraint are used to attach the child Secure rear-facing child restraints child restraint, you may not be able restraint to the anchors in the in a rear seat, even if the airbag to access adjacent safety belt vehicle. The LATCH system is is off. If you secure a assemblies or LATCH anchors for designed to make installation of a forward-facing child restraint in additional passengers or child child restraint easier. the front seat, always move the restraints. Adjacent seating In order to use the LATCH system in front passenger seat as far back positions should not be used if the your vehicle, you need a child as it will go. It is better to secure child restraint prevents access to or restraint that has LATCH the child restraint in a rear seat. interferes with the routing of the attachments. LATCH-compatible safety belt. See Passenger Sensing System rear-facing and forward-facing child on page 3-26 for additional Wherever a child restraint is seats can be properly installed information. installed, be sure to secure the child using either the LATCH anchors or restraint properly. the vehicle’s safety belts. Do not use both the safety belts and the Keep in mind that an unsecured When securing a child restraint in a LATCH anchorage system to secure child restraint can move around in a rear seating position, study the a rear-facing or forward-facing collision or sudden stop and injure instructions that came with the child child seat. restraint to make sure it is people in the vehicle. Be sure to Booster seats use the vehicle s compatible with this vehicle. properly secure any child restraint in ’ the vehicle — even when no child is safety belts to secure the child in in it. the booster seat. If the manufacturer Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (41,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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recommends that the booster seat The following explains how to attach Top Tether Anchor be secured with the LATCH system, a child restraint with these this can be done as long as the attachments in the vehicle. booster seat can be positioned Not all vehicle seating positions or properly and there is no interference child restraints have lower anchors with the proper positioning of the and attachments or top tether lap-shoulder belt on the child. anchors and attachments. Make sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint, Lower Anchors and also the instructions in this manual. When installing a child restraint with a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the A top tether (3, 4) anchors the top of child restraint. A child restraint must the child restraint to the vehicle. never be installed using only the top A top tether anchor is built into the tether and anchor. vehicle. The top tether attachment (2) on the child restraint The LATCH anchorage system can connects to the top tether anchor in be used until the combined weight the vehicle in order to reduce the of the child plus the child restraint is forward movement and rotation of 29.5 kg (65 lbs). Use the safety belt Lower anchors (1) are metal bars the child restraint during driving or in alone instead of the LATCH built into the vehicle. There are two a crash. anchorage system once the lower anchors for each LATCH combined weight is more than seating position that will 29.5 kg (65 lbs). accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments (2). Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (42,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Anchor Locations Either will have a single attachment (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with To assist in locating the lower or without the top tether being anchors, each seating position with attached. Others require the top lower anchors has two labels, near tether always to be attached. In the crease between the seatback Canada, the law requires that and the seat cushion. forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child Rear Seat restraint. I (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. H (Lower Anchor): Seating To assist in locating the top tether positions with two lower anchors. anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is located on the cover. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (43,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether Warning (Continued) must be attached. belts to secure the restraint, According to accident statistics, following the instructions that children and infants are safer when came with the child restraint and properly restrained in a child the instructions in this manual. restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 3-39 for { Warning additional information. Do not attach more than one child Top Tether Anchors Securing a Child Restraint restraint to a single anchor. Designed for the LATCH Attaching more than one child The top tether anchors for each rear System seating position are located under restraint to a single anchor could the covers, on the back of the rear cause the anchor or attachment seatback. Be sure to use an anchor { Warning to come loose or even break located on the same side of the during a crash. A child or others vehicle as the seating position If a LATCH-type child restraint is could be injured. To reduce the where the child restraint will be not attached to anchors, the child risk of serious or fatal injuries placed. restraint will not be able to protect during a crash, attach only one the child correctly. In a crash, the child restraint per anchor. Do not secure a child restraint in a child could be seriously injured or position without a top tether anchor killed. Install a LATCH-type child if a national or local law requires restraint properly using the that the top tether be attached, or if anchors, or use the vehicle safety (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (44,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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attachments or the desired { Warning Caution (Continued) seating position does not have lower anchors, secure the child Children can be seriously injured Do not fold the empty rear seat restraint with the top tether and or strangled if a shoulder belt is with a safety belt buckled. This the safety belts. Refer to your wrapped around their neck and could damage the safety belt or child restraint manufacturer the safety belt continues to the seat. Unbuckle and return the instructions and the instructions tighten. Buckle any unused safety safety belt to its stowed position, in this manual. belts behind the child restraint so before folding the seat. 1.1. Find the lower anchors for children cannot reach them. Pull the desired seating the shoulder belt all the way out If you need to secure more than one position. of the retractor to set the lock, child restraint in the rear seat, see 1.2. Put the child restraint on if the vehicle has one, after the Where to Put the Restraint on the seat. child restraint has been installed. page 3-39. For the outboard rear This system is designed to make seating positions, if the installation of child restraints easier. head restraint interferes When using lower anchors, do not { Caution with the proper installation use the vehicle's safety belts. of the child restraint, the Do not let the LATCH Instead use the vehicle's anchors head restraint may be attachments rub against the and child restraint attachments to removed. See Head vehicle s safety belts. This may secure the restraints. Some “ ’ Restraint Removal and restraints also use another vehicle damage these parts. If necessary, Reinstallation at the end of anchor to secure a top tether. ” move buckled safety belts to this section. avoid rubbing the LATCH 1. Attach and tighten the lower 1.3. Attach and tighten the lower attachments. attachments to the lower attachments on the child anchors. If the child restraint (Continued) restraint to the lower does not have lower anchors. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (45,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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2. If the child restraint manufacturer If you are using a dual recommends that the top tether tether in the rear outboard be attached, attach and tighten seating position with an the top tether to the top tether adjustable head restraint, anchor, if equipped. Refer to the route the dual tether around child restraint instructions and the head restraint. the following steps: 2.1. Find the top tether anchor and open its cover to expose the anchor. If you are using a single tether in the rear outboard 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten seating position with an the top tether according to adjustable head restraint, your child restraint route the single tether instructions and the under the head restraint following instructions: and in between the head If you are using a dual restraint posts. tether in the rear outboard seating position and the head restraint has been removed, route the dual tether over the seatback. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (46,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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If you are using a dual LATCH path and attempt to tether in the rear center move it side to side and back seating position, lower the and forth. There should be no adjustable headrest down more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of to its stowed position and movement for proper installation. route the dual tether over the headrest. Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation The rear outboard head restraints If you are using a single can be removed if they interfere with tether in the rear outboard the proper installation of the child seating position and the restraint. The headrest in the rear head restraint has been center seating position is not removed, route the single removable and should be lowered to tether over the seatback. the stowed position for child restraint installation. To remove the head restraint: If you are using a single tether in the rear center 1. Partially fold the seatback seating position, lower the forward. See Rear Seats on adjustable headrest down page 3-10 for additional to its stowed position and information. route the single tether over the headrest. 3. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (47,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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4. When the child restraint is To reinstall the head restraint: removed, reinstall the head restraint before the seating position is used.

{ Warning

With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not 2. Press both buttons on the head drive until the head restraints for restraint posts at the same time, all occupants are installed and and pull up on the head adjusted properly. 1. Insert the head restraint posts restraint. into the holes in the top of the 3. Store the head restraint in the seatback. The notches on the cargo area of the vehicle. posts must face the driver side of the vehicle. 2. Push the head restraint down. If necessary, press the height adjustment release button to further lower the head restraint. See Head Restraints on page 3-2. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (48,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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3. Try to move the head restraint to New parts and repairs may be Do not secure a child seat in a make sure that it is locked in necessary even if the LATCH position without a top tether anchor place. system was not being used at the if a national or local law requires time of the crash. that the top tether be anchored, or if Replacing LATCH System the instructions that come with the Parts After a Crash Securing Child Restraints child restraint say that the top strap (Rear Seat) must be anchored. In Canada, the law requires that { Warning When securing a child restraint in a forward-facing child restraints have rear seating position, study the a top tether, and that the tether be A crash can damage the LATCH instructions that came with the child attached. system in the vehicle. A damaged restraint to make sure it is LATCH system may not properly compatible with this vehicle. If the child restraint does not have secure the child restraint, the LATCH system, you will be If the child restraint has the LATCH resulting in serious injury or even using the safety belt to secure the system, see Lower Anchors and death in a crash. To help make child restraint in this position. Be Tethers for Children (LATCH sure the LATCH system is sure to follow the instructions that System) on page 3-40 for how and came with the child restraint. Secure working properly after a crash, where to install the child restraint the child in the child restraint when see your dealer to have the using LATCH. If a child restraint is and as the instructions say. system inspected and any secured in the vehicle using a necessary replacements made as safety belt and it uses a top tether, soon as possible. see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on If the vehicle has the LATCH system page 3-40 for top tether anchor and it was being used during a locations. crash, new LATCH system parts may be needed. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (49,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat, be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint on page 3-39. 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. If the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of the child restraint, the head restraint may be removed. See “Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation” under Lower Anchors and Tethers for 3. Push the latch plate into the 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way Children (LATCH System) on buckle until it clicks. out of the retractor to set the page 3-40. Position the release button on lock. When the retractor lock is the buckle so that the safety belt set, the belt can be tightened but 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run not pulled out of the retractor. the lap and shoulder portions of could be quickly unbuckled if the vehicle's safety belt through necessary. or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (50,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Try to pull the belt out of the To remove the child restraint, retractor to make sure the unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and retractor is locked. If the let it return to the stowed position. retractor is not locked, repeat If the top tether is attached to a top Steps 4 and 5. tether anchor, disconnect it. If the 6. If the child restraint has a top head restraint was removed, tether, follow the child restraint reinstall it before the seating manufacturer's instructions position is used. See “Head regarding the use of the top Restraint Removal and tether. See Lower Anchors and Reinstallation” under Lower Anchors Tethers for Children (LATCH and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-40. System) on page 3-40 for additional information on installing the head 5. To tighten the belt, push down 7. Before placing a child in the restraint properly. on the child restraint, pull the child restraint, make sure it is shoulder portion of the belt to securely held in place. To check, Securing Child Restraints tighten the lap portion of the belt, grasp the child restraint at the and feed the shoulder belt back safety belt path and attempt to (Front Passenger into the retractor. When installing move it side to side and back Position) a forward-facing child restraint, it and forth. When the child may be helpful to use your knee This vehicle has airbags. A rear restraint is properly installed, seat is a safer place to secure a to push down on the child there should be no more than restraint as you tighten the belt. forward-facing child restraint. See 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. Where to Put the Restraint on page 3-39. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (51,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system which is Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag injured or killed if the right front See Passenger Sensing System under certain conditions. See passenger airbag inflates and the on page 3-26 for additional Passenger Sensing System on passenger seat is in a forward information. page 3-26 and Passenger Airbag position. Status Indicator on page 5-15 for Even if the passenger sensing If the vehicle does not have a rear more information, including system has turned off the right seat that will accommodate a important safety information. front passenger frontal airbag, no rear-facing child restraint, a Never put a rear-facing child seat in system is fail-safe. No one can rear-facing child restraint should not the front. This is because the risk to guarantee that an airbag will not be installed in the vehicle, even if the rear-facing child is so great, deploy under some unusual the airbag is off. if the airbag deploys. circumstance, even though it is If the child restraint has the LATCH turned off. system, see Lower Anchors and { Warning Secure rear-facing child restraints Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-40 for how and in a rear seat, even if the airbag A child in a rear-facing child where to install the child restraint is off. If you secure a restraint can be seriously injured using LATCH. If a child restraint is or killed if the right front forward-facing child restraint in secured using a safety belt and it passenger airbag inflates. This is the right front seat, always move uses a top tether, see Lower because the back of the the front passenger seat as far Anchors and Tethers for Children rear-facing child restraint would back as it will go. It is better to (LATCH System) on page 3-40 for be very close to the inflating secure the child restraint in a top tether anchor locations. airbag. A child in a forward-facing rear seat. child restraint can be seriously (Continued) (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (52,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Do not secure a child seat in a 2. Put the child restraint on position without a top tether anchor the seat. if a national or local law requires 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run that the top tether be anchored, or if the lap and shoulder portions of the instructions that come with the the vehicle's safety belt through child restraint say that the top strap or around the restraint. The child must be anchored. restraint instructions will show In Canada, the law requires that you how. forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way this position. Follow the instructions out of the retractor to set the that came with the child restraint. lock. When the retractor lock is set, the belt can be tightened but 1. Move the seat as far back as it not pulled out of the retractor. will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal 4. Push the latch plate into the airbag, the off indicator on the buckle until it clicks. passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit Position the release button on when you start the vehicle. See the buckle, so that the safety Passenger Airbag Status belt could be quickly unbuckled Indicator on page 5-15. if necessary. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (53,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Try to pull the belt out of the If a child restraint has been installed retractor to make sure the and the on indicator is lit, see “If the retractor is locked. If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child retractor is not locked, repeat Restraint” under Passenger Sensing Steps 5 and 6. System on page 3-26. 7. Before placing a child in the To remove the child restraint, child restraint, make sure it is unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and securely held in place. To check, let it return to the stowed position. grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. When the child 6. To tighten the belt, push down restraint is properly installed, on the child restraint, pull the there should be no more than shoulder portion of the belt to 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. tighten the lap portion of the belt, If the airbag is off, the off indicator in and feed the shoulder belt back the passenger airbag status into the retractor. When installing indicator will come on and stay on a forward-facing child restraint, it when the vehicle is started. may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (54,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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2 NOTES Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Storage 4-1

Storage Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Storage Compartments ...... 4-1 { Warning Glove Box ...... 4-1 Cupholders ...... 4-2 Do not store heavy or sharp Front Storage ...... 4-2 objects in storage compartments. Armrest Storage ...... 4-2 In a crash, these objects may Center Console Storage ...... 4-3 cause the cover to open and could result in injury. Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover ...... 4-3 The glove box is air conditioned and Cargo Tie-Downs ...... 4-5 Glove Box can be used to store items at a Cargo Management Lift the glove box handle up to open lower temperature. The vehicle air System ...... 4-5 it. Use the key to lock and unlock conditioning must be turned on for Cargo Net ...... 4-9 the glove box. the maximum cool air to enter the Convenience Net ...... 4-11 glove box. Move the slide control to Roof Rack System allow cool air into the glove box. Roof Rack System ...... 4-11 After opening the air flow, close the glove box door to keep the cold air from entering the vehicle. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

4-2 Storage

Cupholders Front Storage

A storage area is located in front of the shift lever. Push upward on the The front cupholder has a divider If equipped with storage behind the top of the door and release; the that can be adjusted to climate control system, touch and door automatically opens. accommodate large or small hold the chrome bar at the bottom of There is an accessory power outlet containers. the climate control system panel to inside. See Power Outlets on For large containers, press the open. There is a USB port inside. page 5-7. button to move aside the divider and See “USB/SD Port” in the make the cupholder deeper. For infotainment manual. Armrest Storage small containers, push down on the Keep the storage area closed when For vehicles with a rear seat top edge of the divider to lock it not in use. armrest, pull the rear seat armrest back in place and make the Touch and hold the chrome bar at forward to access cupholders with cupholder shorter. the bottom of the climate control removable liners. For vehicles with system panel again to close. a rear storage area, pull the lever to access. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Storage 4-3

Center Console Storage Additional Storage The center console has an armrest, Features upper storage tray, and lower storage area. Cargo Cover The armrest can be adjusted. Slide For vehicles with the dual position the top of the armrest to adjust to cargo cover, it can be used to cover the desired position. items in the cargo area of the Press the driver side button to vehicle. access the upper storage tray. Press the passenger side button to access the lower storage area. There is an accessory power outlet Press the button to open the inside the center console and two storage area on the rear of the USB ports. If equipped, there is an center console. If equipped with rear SD card reader and auxiliary jack. seat entertainment (RSE), the See Power Outlets on page 5-7 and audio/video jacks, USB port, and the infotainment manual. SD port will be inside. See the infotainment manual.

The shade can be set in two positions. It can be set in a halfway open (1) position for loading objects Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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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.

5. Insert the shade pins in the 2. Slide the button on the top to channels (3) on both sides. release the cartridge. 6. Slide the shade to the lower (2) 3. Pull up to remove the cartridge position, or the halfway open (1) from the pins. position. Remove the Cargo Cover { Warning 1. Remove the cover from the An unsecured cargo cover could channels and carefully roll it strike people in a sudden stop or 2. Align the cartridge over the pins back up. on the trim panels of the vehicle. turn, or in a crash. Store the cargo cover securely or remove it 3. Push down on the cartridge to from the vehicle. snap it into place. 4. Unroll the shade toward the rear of the vehicle. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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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. Cargo Management System

A prop rod locks to hold the cover Press the red button on the prop rod up when opened. to close the cover. Four hooks are located on the Rear Storage Area inside cover and can be used for storing items. { Warning There may be additional storage compartments on each side of the An improperly latched and closed cargo management system. Lift the cargo cover, or cargo cover left in panel up to open. the open position, could be thrown about the vehicle during a To open the cargo management crash or sudden maneuver. system, press the rear of the handle Someone could be injured. Be to unlatch it and then lift the sure to return the cover to the handle up. (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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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.

To access the rear storage areas of the cargo management system, and the tire sealant and compressor kit: 3. Release the prop rod from the 4. Store the cargo management 1. Remove the cargo cover, inside cover by sliding the red system cover by hooking it onto if equipped. clip down. the weatherstrip. 2. Open the cargo management Unhook the prop rod from the system cover. pin on the inside cover. Store the unhooked prop rod by folding it into the cargo management compartment. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Storage 4-7

U-Rail 3. Reinstall the fence and lock both latches (1) by turning to align Q with the arrow on the adapter (2).

Press both adapter buttons to move the adapters (2) on the straight part For vehicles with a u-rail system, of the u-rail. the fence can be moved to different To move the fence around the u-rail, positions on the u-rail track to disconnect one side: secure cargo. Use the fence to secure items in 1. Unlock by turning the latch (1) to place. align K with the arrow on the adapter (2). Removing the Fence 2. Press the adapter button to Unlock by turning both latches (1) to move the adapters (2) to the align K with the arrow on the desired position. adapter (2). Lift and remove the fence. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

4-8 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). channel (2) located in the middle of Insert the fence into the adapters the rail. Push the button to move the and lock both latches (1) by turning 4. Turn the bottom of the fence up and insert it into the upper two D-ring slider along the rail. to align with the arrow on the Q clips (2). adapter (2). D-Ring Sliders Storing the Fence For vehicles with a D-ring system, 1. Lift the cargo management there are four D-ring sliders that system cover. move along rails. These can be 2. Release the cover from the prop used as tie-downs when storing rod as described in the previous cargo. steps. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Storage 4-9

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. Always store items behind the net.

If equipped, the cargo net can be used to store light loads, keeping The loop of the D-ring slider must them from falling over or being 1. Insert the top corners of the be facing inward toward the storage thrown into the cabin during heavy cargo net into the large opening area and the ring must be in the up braking. in the headliner and secure by position for proper usage. The net should not be overloaded or sliding them into the small used to store heavy loads. opening. Cargo Net There are four openings in the 2. The rear seatbacks should be headliner: two behind the front seats folded down when the net is { Warning and two behind the rear seats. installed in the headliner opening behind the front seats. Do not stack items higher than the upper end of the cargo net or hang anything from the net. Avoid items that have sharp edges or that apply excessive force to the (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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3. Mount the cargo net to the rear 5. Mount the cargo net to the cargo 6. Pull on the straps to tighten seat tethers on the back of the tie-downs on the lower side the net. folded down rear seats and pull panels. on the straps to tighten the net. Cargo Net Storage 4. When the net is installed in the The cargo net can be removed from headliner opening behind the the vehicle and stored in the cargo rear seats, the rear seatbacks management system. should be upright. 1. Disconnect the net from the roof openings and the tethers. 2. Press the red button on the center of the net to fold it in half. 3. Roll up the cargo net and store in the attached vinyl bag. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Storage 4-11

4. Open the cargo management Roof Rack System system cover. { Caution 5. For vehicles with an inflator kit, { Warning Loading cargo on the roof rack store the cargo net in the that weighs more than 100 kg available space next to the kit. If something is carried on top of (220 lb) or hangs over the rear or the vehicle that is longer or wider sides of the vehicle may damage Convenience Net than the roof rack — like paneling, the vehicle. Load cargo so that it This vehicle may have a plywood, or a mattress — the rests evenly between the convenience net located in the rear wind can catch it while the vehicle crossrails, making sure to fasten of the vehicle. Attach it to the cargo is being driven. The item being cargo securely. tie‐downs for storing small loads. carried could be violently torn off, and this could cause a collision Do not use the net to store heavy and damage the vehicle. Never loads. carry something longer or wider than the roof rack on top of the vehicle unless using a GM certified accessory carrier.

If equipped, the roof rack can be used to load items. For roof racks that do not have crossrails included, GM Certified crossrails can be purchased as an accessory. See your dealer for additional information. To prevent damage or loss of cargo when driving, check to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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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; otherwise it may result in loss of control. If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, occasionally stop the vehicle to make sure the cargo remains in its place. Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-10. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Instruments and Controls 5-1

Fuel Gauge ...... 5-12 Fuel Economy Light ...... 5-24 Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 5-24 Controls Gauge ...... 5-13 Security Light ...... 5-24 Safety Belt Reminders ...... 5-13 High-Beam On Light ...... 5-25 Airbag Readiness Light ...... 5-14 Adaptive Forward Lighting Controls Passenger Airbag Status (AFL) Light ...... 5-25 Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 5-2 Indicator ...... 5-15 Front Fog Lamp Light ...... 5-25 Steering Wheel Controls ...... 5-2 Charging System Light ...... 5-16 Lamps On Reminder ...... 5-25 Heated Steering Wheel ...... 5-3 Malfunction Cruise Control Light ...... 5-26 Indicator Lamp ...... 5-16 Horn ...... 5-3 Information Displays Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . 5-3 Brake System Warning Light ...... 5-19 Driver Information Rear Window Wiper/ Center (DIC) ...... 5-26 Washer ...... 5-5 Electric Parking Brake Headlamp Washer ...... 5-6 Light ...... 5-19 Vehicle Messages Compass ...... 5-6 Service Electric Parking Brake Vehicle Messages ...... 5-29 Clock ...... 5-6 Light ...... 5-20 Battery Voltage and Charging Power Outlets ...... 5-7 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Messages ...... 5-29 Cigarette Lighter ...... 5-8 Warning Light ...... 5-20 Brake System Messages . . . . 5-29 Ashtrays ...... 5-8 Lane Departure Warning Compass Messages ...... 5-30 (LDW) Light ...... 5-21 Cruise Control Messages . . . . 5-30 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 5-21 Door Ajar Messages ...... 5-31 Indicators Traction Off Light ...... 5-21 ® Engine Cooling System Warning Lights, Gauges, and StabiliTrak OFF Light ...... 5-22 Messages ...... 5-31 Indicators ...... 5-9 Traction Control System ® Engine Oil Messages ...... 5-32 Instrument Cluster ...... 5-10 (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light . . . . 5-22 Engine Power Messages . . . . 5-32 Speedometer ...... 5-11 Engine Coolant Temperature Fuel System Messages ...... 5-33 Odometer ...... 5-11 Warning Light ...... 5-22 Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 5-33 Trip Odometer ...... 5-12 Tire Pressure Light ...... 5-23 Lamp Messages ...... 5-33 Tachometer ...... 5-12 Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 5-23 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

5-2 Instruments and Controls

Object Detection System Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel Messages ...... 5-34 while driving. Ride Control System Messages ...... 5-37 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls Airbag System Messages . . . . 5-37 Adjustment Security Messages ...... 5-38 Service Vehicle Messages . . . 5-38 Starting the Vehicle Messages ...... 5-38 Tire Messages ...... 5-38 Transmission Messages . . . . . 5-39 Vehicle Reminder Messages ...... 5-39 Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . 5-39 Washer Fluid Messages . . . . . 5-39 Vehicle Personalization Vehicle Personalization ...... 5-40 Universal Remote System For vehicles with audio steering To adjust the steering wheel: Universal Remote System . . . 5-46 wheel controls, some audio controls Universal Remote System 1. Pull the lever down. can be adjusted at the steering wheel. Programming ...... 5-46 2. Move the steering wheel up Universal Remote System or down. g (Push to Talk): For vehicles with Operation ...... 5-49 OnStar® or a Bluetooth system, 3. Pull or push the steering wheel press to talk or interact with those closer or away from you. systems. See OnStar Overview on 4. Pull the lever up to lock the page 14-1 or “Bluetooth” in the steering wheel in place. infotainment manual. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Instruments and Controls 5-3

c (End Call): Press to decline an C or B (Next or Previous The steering wheel takes about incoming call, or end a current call. Favorite): Press to go to the next three minutes to start heating. Press to mute or unmute the or previous favorite when listening infotainment system when not on to the radio. Press to go to the next Horn a call. or previous track when listening to a media source. Press a on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn. x + or x − (Volume): Press to increase or decrease the volume. Windshield Wiper/Washer Heated Steering Wheel

With the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, move the windshield wiper lever to S or T (Previous or Next): Press select the wiper speed. to go to the previous or next menu HI: Use for fast wipes. option. ( (Heated Steering Wheel): For y or z (Next or Previous): Move vehicles equipped with a heated LO: Use for slow wipes. SEL up or down to go to the next or steering wheel, press to turn on or previous selection. off. A light next to the button displays when the feature is SEL (Select): Press to select a turned on. highlighted menu option. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

5-4 Instruments and Controls

Heavy snow or ice can overload the Keep this area of the windshield wiper motor. clear of debris to allow for best system performance. Wipe Parking If the ignition is changed to STOPPING THE ENGINE/OFF mode while the wipers are on LO, INT (Intermittent Wipes): Use for HI, or INT, they will intermittent wipes. To adjust wipe immediately stop. frequency, turn the x INT band If the windshield wiper lever is then up for more frequent wipes or down moved to off before the driver door for less frequent wipes. If the is opened or within 10 minutes, the INT (Rainsense Wipe Sensitivity vehicle has Rainsense™, see the wipers will restart and move to the Control): Move the windshield following Rainsense information. base of the windshield. wiper lever to INT. Turn the x INT band on the wiper OFF: Use to turn the wipers off. If the ignition is changed to STOPPING THE ENGINE/OFF lever to adjust the sensitivity. 8 (Mist): For a single wipe, briefly while the wipers are performing . move the wiper lever down. For Turn the band up for more wipes due to windshield washing, sensitivity to moisture. several wipes, hold the wiper the wipers continue to run until they lever down. reach the base of the windshield. . Turn the band down for less Clear snow and ice from the wiper sensitivity to moisture. Rainsense blades before using them. If frozen ™ . Move the windshield wiper lever to the windshield, carefully loosen or For vehicles with Rainsense, a out of the INT position to thaw them. Damaged blades should sensor located near the top center deactivate Rainsense. be replaced. See Wiper Blade of the windshield detects the Replacement on page 10-24. amount of water on the windshield and automatically controls the frequency of the windshield wiper. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Wiper Arm Assembly Protection activated. See Washer Fluid on ON: Press the upper portion of the When using an automatic car wash, page 10-19 for information on filling button for continuous rear window move the windshield wiper lever to the windshield washer fluid wipes. OFF. This disables the automatic reservoir. OFF: The rear wiper turns off when Rainsense windshield wipers and/or the button is returned to the middle manual windshield wipers. { Warning position. With Rainsense, if the transmission In freezing weather, do not use INT (Intermittent Rear Wipes): is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle the washer until the windshield is Press the lower portion of the button speed is very slow, the wipers will warmed. Otherwise the washer to set a delay between wipes. automatically stop at the base of the fluid can form ice on the a (Rear Washer): Push the windshield. windshield, blocking your vision. windshield wiper lever forward to The wiper operations return to spray washer fluid on the rear normal when the transmission is no window. The lever automatically longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle Rear Window Wiper/ returns to its original position when speed has increased. Washer released. Windshield Washer The rear wiper controls are on the Rear Wiper Arm Assembly end of the windshield wiper lever. Protection Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield When using an automatic car wash, washer fluid and activate the wipers. move the rear wiper control to OFF. The wipers will continue until the This disables the rear wiper. lever is released or the maximum If the transmission is in N (Neutral) wash time is reached. When the and the vehicle speed is very slow, windshield wiper lever is released, the rear wiper will automatically stop additional wipes may occur at the base of the rear window. depending on how long the windshield washer had been Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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The wiper operations return to Headlamp Washer The compass system is designed to normal when the transmission is no operate for a certain number of longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle If equipped with headlamp washers, miles or degrees of turn before speed has increased. they are located to the side of the needing a signal from the GPS headlamps. satellites. When the compass Reverse Gear Wipes The headlamps must be on in order display shows CAL, drive the If the rear wiper control is off, the to use the headlamp washers. If the vehicle for a short distance in an rear wiper will automatically operate headlamps are not on, only the open area where it can receive a continuously when the shift lever is windshield will be washed. GPS signal. The compass system in R (Reverse), and the front will automatically determine when a windshield wiper is performing low Pull the wiper lever toward you and GPS signal is restored and provide or high speed wipes. If the rear hold briefly to activate. The a heading again. See Compass wiper control is off, the shift lever is headlamp washers will spray once, Messages on page 5-30 for the in R (Reverse), and the front pause, and spray again. The messages that may be displayed for windshield wiper is performing headlamp washer will spray again the compass. interval wipes, then the rear wiper after five windshield wash cycles. automatically performs interval To refill the windshield washer fluid, Clock wipes. see Washer Fluid on page 10-19. The infotainment system controls This feature can be changed. See are used to access the time and Vehicle Personalization on Compass date settings through the menu page 5-40. The vehicle may have a compass system. See “Home Page” in the The windshield washer reservoir is display on the Driver Information infotainment manual for information used for the windshield and the rear Center (DIC). The compass receives about how to use the menu system. window. Check the fluid level in the its heading and other information reservoir if either washer is not from the Global Positioning working. See Washer Fluid on System (GPS) antenna, ® page 10-19. StabiliTrak , and vehicle speed information. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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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. When not using the 1. From the Home Page, press the used to plug in electrical equipment, outlet be sure to cover it with the SETTINGS screen button and such as a cell phone or MP3 player. protective cap. press Time and Date. The vehicle may have five 2. Press Set Time and press + or − accessory power outlets. { Caution to increase or decrease hours, The accessory power outlets are: minutes, and AM or PM. Press Leaving electrical equipment 12Hr or 24Hr for 12 or 24 hour . Below the climate control system plugged in for an extended period clock. inside the front storage bin. of time while the vehicle is off will . Inside the center floor console. drain the battery. Power is always 3. Press } to go back to the supplied to the rear cargo outlet. . On the rear of the center floor previous menu. Always unplug electrical console. For vehicles with a rear equipment when not in use and If auto timing is set, the time climate control system, there will displayed on the clock may not be two accessory power outlets do not plug in equipment that update immediately when driving on the rear of the center floor exceeds the maximum 20 ampere into a new time zone. console. rating. To set the date: . In the rear cargo area. Certain accessory power plugs may 1. Press the SETTINGS screen These are powered while the button and press Time and Date. not be compatible with the vehicle is in ON/RUN/START or accessory power outlet and could 2. Press Set Date and press + or − ACC/ACCESSORY mode, or until overload vehicle or adapter fuses. to increase or decrease month, the driver door is opened within If a problem is experienced, see day, or year. 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle. your dealer. 3. Press } to go back to the The power outlet located in the rear previous menu. cargo area is powered at all times. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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When adding electrical equipment, There may also be ashtrays on the be sure to follow the proper { Caution center floor console behind the shift installation instructions included with lever and in the rear doors. the equipment. See Add-On Holding a cigarette lighter in while Electrical Equipment on page 9-69. it is heating does not let the lighter back away from the { Caution { Caution heating element when it is hot. If papers, pins, or other Damage from overheating can flammable items are put in the Hanging heavy equipment from occur to the lighter or heating ashtray, hot cigarettes or other the power outlet can cause element, or a fuse could be smoking materials could ignite damage not covered by the blown. Do not hold a cigarette them and possibly damage the vehicle warranty. The power lighter in while it is heating. vehicle. Never put flammable outlets are designed for items in the ashtray. accessory power plugs only, such Ashtrays as cell phone charge cords. There may be an ashtray under the climate control system on the center Cigarette Lighter stack. Press the door to release the There may be a cigarette lighter ashtray. under the climate control system, To empty the ashtray, remove it from inside the front storage bin. the instrument panel by holding the To activate the cigarette lighter, edges and pulling straight out. To push it into the heating element and reinstall, push the tray back into let go. The lighter pops out when it place. is ready to be used. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Warning Lights, Warning lights come on when there When one of the warning lights could be a problem with a vehicle comes on and stays on while Gauges, and function. Some warning lights come driving, or when one of the gauges on briefly when the engine is started shows there may be a problem, Indicators to indicate they are working. check the section that explains what Warning lights and gauges can Gauges can indicate when there to do. Follow this manual's advice. signal that something is wrong could be a problem with a vehicle Waiting to do repairs can be costly before it becomes serious enough function. Often gauges and warning and even dangerous. to cause an expensive repair or lights work together to indicate a replacement. Paying attention to the problem with the vehicle. warning lights and gauges could prevent injury. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Instrument Cluster

English Shown, Metric Similar Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Cluster Application Displays Audio Info Pages: Press SEL while Info Pages is highlighted to select the The cluster has three interactive While the Audio application page is items to be displayed in the DIC display zones. displayed, press SEL to enter the Audio menu. In the Audio menu information displays. See Driver Use the five-way control on the right search for music, select from Information Center (DIC) on steering wheel control to move favorites, or change the audio page 5-26. between the different display zones source. Open Source Software: Press and scroll through the different SEL while Open Source Software is displays. Phone highlighted to display open source The left and right zones display While the Phone application page is software information. Driver Information Center (DIC) displayed, press SEL to enter the information. See Driver Information Phone menu. In the Phone menu, Speedometer Center (DIC) on page 5-26. if there is no active phone call, view recent calls, select from favorites, The speedometer shows the The center zone displays vehicle's speed in either kilometers application information for or scroll through contacts. If there is an active call, mute the phone or per hour (km/h) or miles per navigation, audio, phone, hour (mph). or settings. A speedometer can also switch to handset operation. be displayed in this center zone. Settings Odometer Navigation Press SEL while the Settings The odometer shows how far the If there is no active route, a application page is displayed to vehicle has been driven, in either compass will be displayed. If there enter the Settings menu. kilometers or miles. is an active route, press SEL to end Units: Press SEL while Units is This vehicle has a tamper-resistant route guidance or turn the voice highlighted to enter the Units menu. odometer. If the vehicle needs a prompts on or off. Choose English or metric units by new cluster installed, the new pressing SEL while the desired item odometer is set to the mileage of is highlighted. A checkmark will be the old odometer. If this is not displayed next to the selected item. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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possible, it is set at zero and a label There is an arrow near the fuel is put on the driver door to show the Caution (Continued) gauge pointing to the side of the old mileage reading. vehicle the fuel door is on. would not be covered by the When the indicator nears empty, the Trip Odometer vehicle warranty. Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in low fuel light comes on. There still is The trip odometer can show how far the shaded warning area. a little fuel left, but the vehicle the vehicle has been driven since should be refueled soon. the trip odometer was last reset. Fuel Gauge Here are four things that some The trip odometer is accessed and owners ask about. None of these reset through the Driver Information show a problem with the fuel gauge: Center (DIC). See Driver . At the service station, the fuel Information Center (DIC) on pump shuts off before the gauge page 5-26. reads full. . It takes a little more or less fuel Tachometer to fill up than the gauge The tachometer displays the engine indicated. For example, the speed in revolutions per gauge may have indicated the minute (rpm). tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than { Caution half the tank's capacity to fill the tank. If the engine is operated with the When the ignition is on, the fuel . The gauge moves a little while tachometer in the shaded warning gauge indicates about how much turning a corner or speeding up. area, the vehicle could be fuel is left in the tank. damaged, and the damages (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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. The gauge takes a few seconds Safety Belt Reminders to stabilize after the ignition is turned on, and goes back to Driver Safety Belt Reminder empty when the ignition is Light turned off. There is a driver safety belt Engine Coolant reminder light on the instrument cluster. Temperature Gauge

English This gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle's engine. When the vehicle is started this light While driving under normal flashes and a chime comes on to operating conditions, if the needle remind drivers to fasten their safety moves into the shaded area, the belt. Then the light stays on solid engine is too hot. Pull off the road, until the belt is buckled. This cycle stop the vehicle, and turn off the may continue several times if the Metric engine as soon as possible. driver remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. If the driver safety belt is buckled, neither the light nor chime comes on. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Passenger Safety Belt The front passenger safety belt that passengers may need to fasten Reminder Light warning light and chime may turn on their safety belts. After the if an object is put on the seat such passenger safety belt is buckled, There is a passenger safety belt as a briefcase, handbag, grocery the corresponding safety belt reminder light near the passenger bag, laptop, or other electronic symbol in the instrument cluster airbag status indicator. See device. To turn off the warning light turns green. If a safety belt is not Passenger Sensing System on and/or chime, remove the object initially buckled, the instrument page 3-26. from the seat or buckle the cluster displays a gray safety belt safety belt. symbol. While the vehicle is moving, if a second row passenger that was Second Row Passenger Belt previously buckled becomes Reminder Light unbuckled, the corresponding safety belt symbol will change to flashing red and a chime may sound. When the vehicle is started this light Airbag Readiness Light flashes and a chime may come on to remind the front passenger to This light shows if there is an fasten their safety belt. Then the electrical problem with the airbag system. The system check includes light stays on solid until the belt is Second row seating positions the airbag sensor(s), passenger buckled. This cycle may continue monitored for safety belt use are sensing system, the pretensioners, several times if the passenger represented by a colored symbol in the airbag modules, the wiring, and remains or becomes unbuckled the Driver information Center (DIC) the crash sensing and diagnostic while the vehicle is moving. indicating safety belt status. When module. For more information on the the vehicle is started, three safety If the front passenger safety belt is airbag system, see Airbag System belt symbols come on and stay on buckled, neither the chime nor the on page 3-20. light comes on. for several seconds in the instrument cluster to alert the driver Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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If there is a problem with the airbag system, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message may also come on. See Airbag System Messages on page 5-37.

The airbag readiness light comes on Passenger Airbag Status Canada and Mexico for several seconds when the Indicator When the vehicle is started, the vehicle is started. If the light does passenger airbag status indicator not come on then, have it fixed The vehicle has a passenger will light ON and OFF, or the symbol immediately. sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-26 for for on and off, for several seconds important safety information. The as a system check. Then, after { Warning overhead console has a passenger several more seconds, the status airbag status indicator. indicator will light either ON or OFF, If the airbag readiness light stays or either the on or off symbol to let on after the vehicle is started or you know the status of the front comes on while driving, it means outboard passenger frontal airbag. the airbag system might not be working properly. The airbags in If the word ON or the on symbol is the vehicle might not inflate in a lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the front crash, or they could even inflate outboard passenger frontal airbag is without a crash. To help avoid United States allowed to inflate. injury, have the vehicle serviced right away. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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If the word OFF or the off symbol is Charging System Light If a short distance must be driven lit on the passenger airbag status with the light on, be sure to turn off indicator, it means that the all accessories, such as the radio passenger sensing system has and air conditioner. turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag. Malfunction If, after several seconds, both status Indicator Lamp indicator lights remain on, or if there A computer system called OBD II are no lights at all, there may be a The charging system light comes on (On-Board Diagnostics-Second problem with the lights or the briefly when the ignition is turned Generation) monitors the operation passenger sensing system. See on, but the engine is not running, as of the vehicle to ensure emissions your dealer for service. a check to show the light is working. are at acceptable levels, helping to It should go out when the engine is maintain a clean environment. The { Warning started. malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the vehicle is placed in If the airbag readiness light ever If the light stays on, or comes on while driving, there may be a Service Only Mode, as a check to comes on and stays on, it means problem with the electrical charging show it is working. If it does not, that something may be wrong system. Have it checked by your have the vehicle serviced by your with the airbag system. To help dealer. Driving while this light is on dealer. See Ignition Positions on avoid injury to yourself or others, could drain the battery. page 9-15. have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness When this light comes on, or is Light on page 5-14 for more flashing, the Driver Information information, including important Center (DIC) also displays a safety information. message. See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages on page 5-29. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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If the malfunction indicator lamp could damage the emission control comes on while the engine is { Caution system on the vehicle. Diagnosis running, this indicates that the and service might be required. OBD II system has detected a Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, To prevent more serious damage to problem and diagnosis and service the vehicle: might be required. or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original . Reduce vehicle speed. Malfunctions often are indicated by tires with other than those of the . Avoid hard accelerations. the system before any problem is same Tire Performance Criteria apparent. Being aware of the light (TPC) can affect the vehicle's . Avoid steep uphill grades. can prevent more serious damage emission controls and can cause . to the vehicle. This system also If towing a trailer, reduce the assists the service technician in this light to come on. amount of cargo being hauled as correctly diagnosing any Modifications to these systems soon as it is possible. could lead to costly repairs not malfunction. If the light continues to flash, find a covered by the vehicle warranty. safe place to stop and park the { Caution This could also result in a failure vehicle. Turn the vehicle off, wait at to pass a required Emission least 10 seconds, and restart the If the vehicle is continually driven Inspection/Maintenance test. See engine. If the light is still flashing, with this light on, the emission Accessories and Modifications on follow the previous steps and see controls might not work as well, page 10-3. your dealer for service as soon as the vehicle fuel economy might possible. not be as good, and the engine This light comes on during a Light On Steady: An emission might not run as smoothly. This malfunction in one of two ways: control system malfunction has could lead to costly repairs that Light Flashing: A misfire condition been detected on the vehicle. might not be covered by the has been detected. A misfire Diagnosis and service might be vehicle warranty. increases vehicle emissions and required. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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The following may correct an If one or more of these conditions emission control system occurs, change the fuel brand used. malfunction: It may require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. . Check that the fuel cap is fully installed. See Filling the Tank on See Recommended Fuel on page 9-59. The diagnostic page 9-57. system can determine if the fuel If none of the above have made the The DLC is under the instrument cap has been left off or light turn off, your dealer can check panel to the left of the steering improperly installed. A loose or the vehicle. The dealer has the wheel. See your dealer if assistance missing fuel cap allows fuel to proper test equipment and is needed. evaporate into the atmosphere. diagnostic tools to fix any A few driving trips with the cap The vehicle may not pass mechanical or electrical problems inspection if: properly installed should turn the that might have developed. light off. . The malfunction indicator lamp is . Check that good quality fuel is Emissions Inspection and on with the engine running, or if used. Poor fuel quality causes Maintenance Programs the vehicle is placed in Service the engine not to run as Only Mode and the malfunction Depending on where you live, your indicator lamp does not come efficiently as designed and may vehicle may be required to cause stalling after start-up, on. See your dealer for participate in an emission control assistance in verifying proper stalling when the vehicle is system inspection and maintenance changed into gear, misfiring, operation of the malfunction program. For the inspection, the indicator lamp. hesitation on acceleration, emission system test equipment will or stumbling on acceleration. likely connect to the vehicle's Data . The OBD II (On-Board These conditions might go away Link Connector (DLC). Diagnostics) system determines once the engine is warmed up. that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed. The vehicle would be considered not Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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ready for inspection. This can happen if the 12-volt battery has Warning (Continued) recently been replaced or run down. The diagnostic system is the road and carefully stopped, designed to evaluate critical have the vehicle towed for emission control systems during service. normal driving. This can take Metric English several days of routine driving. Electric Parking Brake If this has been done and the This light comes on briefly when the vehicle still does not pass the vehicle is turned on. If it does not Light inspection for lack of OBD II come on then, have it fixed so it will system readiness, your dealer be ready to warn if there is a can prepare the vehicle for problem. inspection. If the light comes on and stays on, there is a base brake problem. Brake System Warning Metric English Light { Warning The vehicle brake system consists This light comes on when the The brake system might not be of two hydraulic circuits. If one parking brake is applied. If the light circuit is not working, the remaining working properly if the brake continues flashing after the parking circuit can still work to stop the system warning light is on. brake is released, or while driving, vehicle. For normal braking Driving with the brake system there is a problem with the Electric performance, both circuits need to warning light on can lead to a Parking Brake system or another be working. crash. If the light is still on after system. A message may also the vehicle has been pulled off display in the Driver Information If the warning light comes on, there (Continued) Center (DIC). See Brake System is a brake problem. Have the brake Messages on page 5-29. system inspected right away. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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If the light does not come on, If this light stays on, there is a If it does not, have the vehicle or remains flashing, see your dealer. problem with the Electric Parking serviced by your dealer. Brake system or another system on If the ABS light stays on, turn the Service Electric Parking the vehicle that is causing the ignition off. Brake Light parking brake system to work at a reduced level. The vehicle can still If the light comes on while driving, be driven, but should be taken to a stop as soon as it is safely possible dealer as soon as possible. See the and turn off the vehicle. Then start information for the Electric Parking the engine again to reset the Brake under Parking Brake on system. If the ABS light stays on, page 9-28. If a message displays in or comes on again while driving, the the Driver Information Center (DIC), vehicle needs service. A chime may see Brake System Messages on also sound when the light comes on This light should come on briefly page 5-29. steady. when starting the vehicle. If it does If the ABS light is the only light on, not come on, have it fixed so it will Antilock Brake System the vehicle has regular brakes, but be ready to warn if there is a (ABS) Warning Light the antilock brakes are not problem. functioning. If both the ABS and the brake system warning light are on, the vehicle's antilock brakes are not functioning and there is a problem with the regular brakes. See your dealer for service. This light comes on briefly when the See Brake System Warning Light on engine is started. page 5-19 and Brake System Messages on page 5-29. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Lane Departure Warning Vehicle Ahead Indicator Traction Off Light (LDW) Light

If equipped, this light in the Driver This light comes on briefly while If equipped, this light briefly comes Information Center (DIC) displays starting the engine. If it does not, on while starting the vehicle. green when a vehicle is detected have the vehicle serviced by your ahead. dealer. If the system is working If it does not, have the vehicle This light will display amber when normally, the indicator light then serviced by your dealer. If the turns off. system is working normally, the you are following a vehicle ahead indicator light then turns off. much too closely. The traction off light comes on when the Traction Control System (TCS) This light comes on green when the See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System on page 9-49. has been turned off by pressing and system is on and ready to operate. releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak When the system determines that button. the vehicle is leaving its lane without using the turn signal, this This light and the StabiliTrak OFF light will change to amber and flash. light come on when StabiliTrak is turned off. See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 9-55. If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not limited. Adjust driving accordingly. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-30. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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StabiliTrak® OFF Light Traction Control System If the indicator/warning light is on ® and flashing, the TCS and/or the (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light StabiliTrak system is actively working. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-30. Engine Coolant This light comes on briefly while Temperature Warning starting the engine. If it does not, This light comes on briefly when the Light have the vehicle serviced by your engine is started. dealer. If the light does not come on, have This light comes on when the the vehicle serviced by your dealer. StabiliTrak system is turned off. If the system is working normally, If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction the indicator light turns off. Control System (TCS) is also off. If the light is on and not flashing, the If the StabiliTrak and TCS are off, TCS, and potentially the StabiliTrak the system does not assist in system have been disabled. A DIC This light comes on briefly while controlling the vehicle. Turn on the message may display. Check the starting the vehicle. TCS and the StabiliTrak systems DIC messages to determine which and the warning light turns off. If it does not, have the vehicle feature(s) is no longer functioning serviced by the dealer. If the system See Traction Control/Electronic and whether the vehicle requires is working normally the indicator Stability Control on page 9-30. service. light goes off. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (23,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and { Caution Then Is On Steady The engine coolant temperature If the light flashes for about a minute warning light indicates that the and then stays on, there may be a vehicle has overheated. Driving problem with the TPMS. If the with this light on can damage the problem is not corrected, the light engine and it may not be covered will come on at every ignition cycle. by the vehicle warranty. See See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10-52. Engine Overheating on For vehicles with the Tire Pressure page 10-17. Monitor System (TPMS), this light comes on briefly when the engine is Engine Oil Pressure Light started. It provides information The engine coolant temperature about tire pressures and the TPMS. { Caution warning light comes on when the When the Light Is On Steady engine has overheated. Lack of proper engine oil If this happens, pull over and turn This indicates that one or more of maintenance can damage the off the engine as soon as possible. the tires are significantly engine. Driving with the engine See Engine Overheating on underinflated. oil low can also damage the page 10-17. A Driver Information Center (DIC) engine. The repairs would not be tire pressure message may also covered by the vehicle warranty. display. See Tire Messages on Check the oil level as soon as page 5-38. Stop as soon as possible. Add oil if required, but if possible, and inflate the tires to the the oil level is within the operating pressure value shown on the Tire range and the oil pressure is still and Loading Information label. See low, have the vehicle serviced. Tire Pressure on page 10-49. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (24,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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For vehicles with the fuel economy Security Light mode light, it comes on when the eco (economy) button, located next to the shift lever, is pressed. Press the button again to turn off the light and exit the fuel economy mode. This light should come on briefly as See Driving for Better Fuel the engine is started. If it does not Economy on page 1-21 and Fuel come on, have the vehicle serviced Economy Mode on page 9-25 for more information. The security light should come on by your dealer. briefly as the engine is started. If it If the light comes on and stays on, it Low Fuel Warning Light does not come on, have the vehicle means that oil is not flowing through serviced by your dealer. If the the engine properly. The vehicle system is working normally, the could be low on oil and might have indicator light turns off. some other system problem. See If the light stays on and the engine your dealer. does not start, there could be a problem with the theft-deterrent Fuel Economy Light system. See Immobilizer Operation on page 2-18. This light is near the fuel gauge and comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on as a check to show it is working. It also comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel. The light turns off This light is in the Driver Information when fuel is added. If it does not, Center (DIC) display. have the vehicle serviced. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (25,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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High-Beam On Light Adaptive Forward Front Fog Lamp Light Lighting (AFL) Light

This light comes on when the The fog lamp light comes on when high-beam headlamps are in use. This light should come on briefly as the fog lamps are in use. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam the vehicle is started. If it does not The light goes out when the fog Changer on page 6-3. come on, have the vehicle serviced lamps are turned off. See Front Fog by your dealer. Lamps on page 6-7 for more IntelliBeam® Light This light comes on solid when information. there is a problem with the AFL system. It flashes when the system Lamps On Reminder is switching between lighting modes. See Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) on page 6-4.

This light comes on when the IntelliBeam system, if equipped, is enabled. This light comes on when the See Exterior Lamp Controls on exterior lamps are in use. See page 6-1. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6-1. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (26,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Cruise Control Light Information Displays S or T : Press the five-way control to move between the interactive Driver Information display zones in the cluster. Press S to go back to the previous menu. Center (DIC) SEL (Select): Press the center to The DIC displays are shown in the open a menu or select a menu item. left and right interactive display Press and hold to reset values on zones on the instrument cluster. The certain screens. The cruise control light is white displays show the status of many when the cruise control is on and vehicle systems. The controls for DIC Information Display ready, and turns green when the the DIC are on the right steering Options cruise control is set and active. wheel control. The information displays on the DIC See Cruise Control on page 9-33. can be turned on or off through the Settings menu. Adaptive Cruise Control Light 1. Press SEL while viewing the Settings page in the center display zone on the cluster. 2. Scroll to Info Pages and press SEL. 3. Press y or z to move through the list of possible information This light in the Driver Information displays. Center (DIC) comes on when the Adaptive Cruise Control (if equipped) is active. See Adaptive Cruise Control on page 9-36. y or z : Press the five-way control to move up or down in a list. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (27,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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4. Press SEL while an item is LOW will be displayed when the Average Speed: Shows the highlighted to select or deselect vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel average speed of the vehicle in that item. When an item is range estimate is based on an kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles selected, a checkmark will average of the vehicle's fuel per hour (mph). This average is appear next to it. economy over recent driving history calculated based on the various and the amount of fuel remaining in vehicle speeds recorded since the DIC Information Displays the fuel tank. last reset of this value. The average The following is the list of all Average Fuel Economy: Shows speed can be reset by pressing and possible DIC information displays. the approximate average liters per holding SEL while this display is Some of the information displays 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles active. may not be available for your per gallon (mpg). This number is Timer: This display can be used as particular vehicle. calculated based on the number of a timer. To start the timer, press SEL Speed: Shows the vehicle speed in L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the while this display is active. The either kilometers per hour (km/h) or last time this menu item was reset. display will show the amount of time miles per hour (mph). The Average Fuel Economy can be that has passed since the timer was reset by pressing and holding SEL last reset. To stop the timer, press Trip 1 and Trip 2: Shows the while this display is active. SEL briefly while this display is current distance traveled, in either active and the timer is running. To kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since Instantaneous Fuel Economy: reset the timer to zero, press and the trip odometer was last reset. Shows the current fuel economy in hold SEL while this display is active. The trip odometer can be reset by either liters per 100 kilometers pressing and holding SEL while this (L/100 km) or miles per Compass: Shows the direction the display is active. gallon (mpg). This number reflects vehicle is driving. only the fuel economy that the Fuel Range: Shows the Turn Arrow: Shows the next vehicle has right now and changes approximate distance the vehicle maneuver when using route frequently as driving conditions can be driven without refueling. guidance. change. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (28,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Travel Time: Shows the estimated Follow Distance: Shows the The Oil Life display must be reset time duration remaining for the current following distance to the after each oil change. It will not current route. vehicle ahead. reset itself. Do not to reset the Oil Distance to Destination: Shows Battery Voltage: Shows the Life display accidentally at any time the distance to the destination when current battery voltage. other than when the oil has just using route guidance. been changed. It cannot be reset Oil Life: Shows an estimate of the accurately until the next oil change. Speed Limit: Shows sign oil's remaining useful life. To reset the engine oil life system, information, which comes from a If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is press and hold SEL for several roadway database in the onboard displayed, that means 99% of the seconds while the Oil Life display is navigation. current oil life remains. active. See Engine Oil Life System Speed Warning: Allows the driver When the remaining oil life is low, on page 10-9. to set a speed that they do not want the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON Tire Pressure: Shows the to exceed. To set the Speed message will appear on the display. approximate pressures of all four Warning, press SEL when Speed See Engine Oil Messages on tires. Tire pressure is displayed in Warning is displayed. Press y or page 5-32. The oil should be either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds z to adjust the value. This feature changed as soon as possible. See per square inch (psi). If the pressure can be turned off by pressing and Engine Oil on page 10-7. In addition is low, the value for that tire is holding SEL while viewing this to the engine oil life system shown in amber. See Tire Pressure page. If the selected speed limit is monitoring the oil life, additional Monitor System on page 10-51 and exceeded, a pop-up warning is maintenance is recommended in the Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on displayed with a chime. Maintenance Schedule. See page 10-52. Maintenance Schedule on Cruise Set Speed: Shows the page 11-4. Blank Page: Allows for no speed the cruise control or Adaptive information to be displayed in the Cruise Control is set to. DIC display zone(s). Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (29,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and TRANSPORT MODE ON Messages displayed on the DIC Charging Messages This message is displayed when the vehicle is in transport mode. Some indicate the status of the vehicle or BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE some action that may be needed to features can be disabled while in correct a condition. Multiple This message displays when the this mode, including Remote messages may display one after the vehicle has detected that the battery Keyless Entry (RKE), remote start, other. voltage is dropping beyond a and the vehicle alarm system. Take reasonable point. The battery saver the vehicle to your dealer for service The messages that do not require system starts reducing features of to turn transport mode off. immediate action can be the vehicle that may be noticed. At acknowledged and cleared by the point that features are disabled, Brake System Messages pressing SET/CLR. The messages this message displays. Turn off that require immediate action cannot unnecessary accessories to allow BRAKE FLUID LOW be cleared until that action is the battery to recharge. This message is displayed when the performed. All messages should be brake fluid level is low. See Brake taken seriously and clearing the LOW BATTERY Fluid on page 10-21. messages does not correct the This message is displayed when the problem. battery voltage is low. See Battery STEP ON BRAKE TO The following are some of the on page 10-22. RELEASE PARK BRAKE vehicle messages that may be This message is displayed if you displayed depending on your SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM attempt to release the Electric vehicle content. Parking Brake without the brake This message is displayed when pedal applied. See Parking Brake there is a fault in the battery on page 9-28. charging system. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (30,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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RELEASE PARKING BRAKE Compass Messages ADAPTIVE CRUISE TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE This message is displayed if the CAL Electric Parking Brake is on while This message displays when the vehicle is in motion. See Parking This message is displayed when the attempting to activate Adaptive Brake on page 9-28. compass needs to be calibrated. Cruise Control (ACC) when it is See Compass on page 5-6. temporarily unavailable. The ACC SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST system does not need service. This message may be displayed –– Dashes will be displayed if the This can occur under the following when there is a problem with the conditions: brake boost assist system. When compass needs service. See your this message is displayed, the brake dealer for service. . The radar is not clean. Keep the boost assist motor might be heard radar sensors free of mud, dirt, operating and you might notice Cruise Control Messages snow, ice, and slush. Clean the pulsation in the brake pedal. This is entire front and/or rear of the normal under these conditions. Take ADAPTIVE CRUISE SET vehicle. For cleaning the vehicle to your dealer for TO XXX instructions, see Exterior Care service. This message displays when the on page 10-87. SERVICE PARKING BRAKE Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) . Heavy rain or snow is interfering speed is set. See Adaptive Cruise with the radar object detection or This message is displayed when Control on page 9-36. camera performance. there is a problem with the parking brake. Take the vehicle to your CRUISE SET TO XXX dealer for service. This message displays when the cruise control speed is set. See Cruise Control on page 9-33. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (31,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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NO CRUISE BRAKING GAS Door Ajar Messages Engine Cooling System PEDAL APPLIED DOOR OPEN Messages This message displays when Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is A door open symbol will be A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH active and the driver is pressing the displayed on the DIC showing which ENGINE TEMP gas pedal. When this occurs, ACC door is open. If the vehicle has been This message displays when the will not brake. See Adaptive Cruise shifted out of P (Park), a DOOR engine coolant becomes hotter than Control on page 9-36. OPEN message will also be the normal operating temperature. displayed. Close the door SERVICE ADAPTIVE CRUISE To avoid added strain on a hot completely. engine, the air conditioning CONTROL HOOD OPEN compressor automatically turns off. This message displays when the When the coolant temperature Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) This message will display along with returns to normal, the air needs service. Take the vehicle to a hood open symbol when the hood conditioning compressor turns back your dealer. is open. Close the hood completely. on. The vehicle can continue to be driven. SHIFT TO PARK BEFORE REAR ACCESS OPEN EXITING This message will display along with If this message continues to appear, have the system repaired by your This message may display if a symbol when the liftgate is open. Close the liftgate completely. dealer as soon as possible to avoid Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is damage to the engine. engaged holding the vehicle at a stop, and the driver attempts to exit COOLANT LEVEL LOW ADD the vehicle. Put the vehicle in COOLANT P (Park) before exiting. This message will display if the coolant is low. See Engine Coolant on page 10-13. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (32,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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ENGINE OVERHEATED — Engine Oil Messages message remains on, take the IDLE ENGINE vehicle to your dealer for service. CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON See Engine Oil on page 10-7. This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is too This message displays when the OIL PRESSURE LOW — STOP hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to engine oil needs to be changed. ENGINE idle until it cools down. When you change the engine oil, be sure to reset the oil life system. See This message displays if low oil ENGINE OVERHEATED — Engine Oil Life System on pressure levels occur. Stop the STOP ENGINE page 10-9, Driver Information vehicle as soon as safely possible Center (DIC) on page 5-26, Engine and do not operate it until the cause This message displays and a of the low oil pressure has been continuous chime sounds if the Oil on page 10-7, and Maintenance Schedule on page 11-4. corrected. Check the oil as soon as engine cooling system reaches possible and have the vehicle unsafe temperatures for operation. ENGINE OIL HOT, IDLE serviced by your dealer. Stop and turn off the vehicle as ENGINE soon as it is safe to do so to avoid severe damage. This message This message displays when the Engine Power Messages clears when the engine has cooled engine oil temperature is too hot. ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED to a safe operating temperature. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down. This message displays when the HIGH COOLANT vehicle's engine power is reduced. TEMPERATURE ENGINE OIL LOW — ADD OIL Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle's ability to accelerate. This message displays if the coolant On some vehicles, this message If this message is on, but there is no temperature is hot. See Engine displays when the engine oil level reduction in performance, proceed Overheating on page 10-17. may be too low. Check the oil level before filling to the recommended to your destination. The level. If the oil is not low and this performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven at a reduced Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (33,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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speed while this message is on, but NO REMOTE KEY WAS REMOTE LEFT IN VEHICLE maximum acceleration and speed DETECTED PLACE KEY IN This message displays when may be reduced. Anytime this TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN leaving the vehicle with the RKE message stays on, the vehicle START YOUR VEHICLE transmitter still inside. should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible. This message displays when trying REPLACE BATTERY IN to start the vehicle if an RKE REMOTE KEY Fuel System Messages transmitter is not detected. The transmitter battery may be weak. This message displays when the FUEL LEVEL LOW See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low battery in the RKE transmitter needs Transmitter Battery under Remote to be replaced. This message displays when the ” Keyless Entry (RKE) System vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as Operation on page 2-3. soon as possible. Lamp Messages TIGHTEN GAS CAP NO REMOTE PRESS BRAKE AFL (ADAPTIVE FORWARD TO RESTART LIGHTING) LAMPS NEED This message displays when the SERVICE fuel cap is not on tight. Tighten the This message is displayed if the fuel cap. remote is no longer detected in the This message displays when the vehicle. Press the brake pedal to AFL system is disabled and needs Key and Lock Messages restart the vehicle. service. See your dealer. See NUMBER OF KEYS Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) on NO REMOTE DETECTED page 6-4. PROGRAMMED This message displays when the This message displays when transmitter battery may be weak. programming new keys to the See Starting the Vehicle with a Low “ vehicle. Transmitter Battery” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (34,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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AUTOMATIC LIGHT Object Detection System braking functions of the Auto CONTROL ON Collision Preparation feature. Some Messages last-second automatic braking This message is displayed when the 24 GHz RADARS OFF capability is still provided with the exterior lamp control is in AUTO and Alert setting, but braking is less the lights have turned on. See This message displays when driving likely to occur. See Active Twilight Sentinel on page 6-5. in certain areas where there may be Emergency Braking System on radar interference. Adaptive Cruise page 9-51. AUTOMATIC LIGHT Control (ACC), Forward Collision CONTROL OFF Alert (FCA), and the Active AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP This message is displayed when the Emergency Braking System may not UNAVAILABLE work or may not work as well. The exterior lamp control is in AUTO and This message displays when the vehicle does not need service. the lights have turned off. See Active Emergency Braking System Twilight Sentinel on page 6-5. AUTOMATIC COLLISION has been unavailable for some time. XXX TURN INDICATOR PREP OFF The Active Emergency Braking System does not need service. FAILURE This message displays when the When one of the turn signals is out, Active Emergency Braking System This can occur under the following this message displays to show has been turned off. See Active conditions: which bulb needs to be replaced. Emergency Braking System on . The radar is not clean. Keep the See Bulb Replacement on page 9-51. radar sensors free of mud, dirt, page 10-26 and Replacement Bulbs AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP snow, ice, and slush. Clean the on page 10-33. entire front and/or rear of the REDUCED vehicle. For cleaning TURN SIGNAL ON This message displays when the instructions, see Exterior Care This message is displayed if the Active Emergency Braking System on page 10-87. turn signal has been left on. Turn off has been set to the Alert setting. the turn signal. This setting disables most automatic Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (35,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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. Heavy rain or snow is interfering LANE DEPARTURE WARNING Assistance System when they are with the radar object detection or UNAVAILABLE temporarily unavailable. The system camera performance. does not need service. This message displays when This message may also be attempting to activate the Lane This can occur under the following displayed if there is a problem with Departure Warning (LDW) system conditions: the StabiliTrak system. when it is temporarily unavailable. . The radar is not clean. Keep the FORWARD COLLISION The LDW system does not need radar sensors free of mud, dirt, ALERT OFF service. snow, ice, and slush. Clean the entire front and/or rear of the This message displays when the This message could be due to the vehicle. For cleaning Forward Collision Alert has been camera being blocked. Cleaning the instructions, see Exterior Care turned off. outside of the windshield behind the rearview mirror may correct the on page 10-87. FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED issue. . Heavy rain or snow is interfering CLEAN WINDSHIELD REAR AUTO BRAKE/PARK with the radar object detection or This message displays when the ASSIST OFF camera performance. camera is blocked. Cleaning the See Driver Assistance Systems on This message displays when the outside of the windshield behind the page 9-44. rearview mirror may correct the Parking Assist system has been issue. The Lane Departure Warning turned off or when there is a SERVICE AUTOMATIC system will not operate. Adaptive temporary condition causing the COLLISION PREP system to be disabled. Cruise Control (ACC), Forward If this message displays, take the Collision Alert (FCA), and the Active REAR AUTO BRAKE AND vehicle to your dealer to repair the Emergency Braking System may not PARK ASSIST UNAVAILABLE system. work or may not work as well. This message displays when attempting to activate the parking and backing features of the Driver Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (36,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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SERVICE DRIVER ASSIST SERVICE PARK ASSIST (SBZA) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) features will not work. Take SYSTEM This message displays if there is a the vehicle to your dealer. If this message displays, take the problem with the Parking Assist vehicle to your dealer to repair the system. Do not use this system to SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM system. help you park. See your dealer for UNAVAILABLE service. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), This message indicates that Side Forward Collision Alert (FCA), SERVICE REAR AUTO BRAKE Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) and Rear Active Emergency Braking System, AND PARK ASSIST Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) are Assistance Systems for Parking or disabled either because the sensor This message displays if there is a Backing, and/or Lane Departure is blocked and cannot detect problem with the parking and Warning (LDW) system may not vehicles in the blind zone, or the backing features of the Driver work. Do not use these systems vehicle is passing through an open Assistance System. Do not use this until the vehicle has been repaired. area, such as the desert, where system to help park or back the there is insufficient data for SERVICE FRONT CAMERA vehicle. See your dealer for service. operation. This message may also If this message remains on after SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT OFF activate during heavy rain or due to continued driving, the vehicle needs road spray. The vehicle does not service. Do not use the Lane This message indicates that the need service. For cleaning, see Departure Warning (LDW) and driver has turned the Side Blind "Washing the Vehicle" under Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Zone Alert (SBZA) system off. Exterior Care on page 10-87. features. Take the vehicle to your SERVICE SIDE DETECTION dealer. SYSTEM If this message remains on after continued driving, the vehicle needs service. Side Blind Zone Alert Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (37,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Ride Control System the dealer. If the message still SPORT MODE ON displays or appears again when you This message displays when Sport Messages begin driving, the system needs Mode has been activated. See service. See your dealer. SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE Selective Ride Control on page 9-32 This message displays when there SERVICE STABILITRAK and Manual Mode on page 9-24. is a problem with the All Wheel This message displays if there is a TRACTION CONTROL OFF Drive (AWD) system. This message problem with the StabiliTrak system. This message displays when the could be set by a number of issues. See Traction Control/Electronic Traction Control System (TCS) has Some may require service of the Stability Control on page 9-30. AWD system some will not. The been turned off. See Traction vehicle will run in normal two-wheel SERVICE SUSPENSION Control/Electronic Stability Control drive mode when this message has SYSTEM on page 9-30. been set. This could be caused by: This message displays if there is a TRACTION CONTROL ON . A vehicle or an AWD system problem with the selective ride electronics problem. This message displays when the control. See Selective Ride Control Traction Control System (TCS) has . Various vehicle electrical issues. on page 9-32. been turned on. See Traction . Worn out or overheated clutch SERVICE TRACTION Control/Electronic Stability Control plates. CONTROL on page 9-30. . Loss of fluids. This message displays when there Airbag System Messages If this message appears, stop when is a problem with the Traction convenient and turn off the ignition Control System (TCS). See Traction SERVICE AIRBAG Control/Electronic Stability Control for 30 seconds. Restart the vehicle This message displays if there is a on page 9-30. and check for the message on the problem with the airbag system. DIC display. If the message has Take the vehicle to your dealer for gone off and stays off, it is not service. necessary to take your vehicle to Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (38,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Security Messages Starting the Vehicle TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE THEFT ATTEMPTED Messages This message displays when the system is learning new tires. See This message displays if the vehicle PRESS BRAKE TO START Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on detects a tamper condition. VEHICLE page 10-52. This message is displayed when TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE Service Vehicle Messages attempting to start the vehicle This message displays when the SERVICE POWER STEERING without first pressing the brake pedal. pressure in one or more of the tires This message is displayed if there is is low. a problem with the power steering SERVICE KEYLESS START SYSTEM This message also displays LEFT system and a chime may sound. FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT Take the vehicle to your dealer for This message is displayed if there is REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate service. a problem with the pushbutton start the location of the low tire. system. Take the vehicle to your SERVICE VEHICLE SOON The low tire pressure warning light dealer for service. This message is displayed if there is will also come on. See Tire a problem with the vehicle. Take the Tire Messages Pressure Light on page 5-23. vehicle to your dealer for service. If a tire pressure message appears SERVICE TIRE MONITOR on the DIC, stop as soon as you SYSTEM can. Inflate the tires by adding air until the tire pressure is equal to the This message displays if there is a values shown on the Tire and problem with the Tire Pressure Loading Information label. See Tires Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire on page 10-42, Vehicle Load Limits Pressure Monitor Operation on on page 9-10, and Tire Pressure on page 10-52. page 10-49. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (39,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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You can receive more than one tire TRANSMISSION HOT — IDLE selected on the wiper control. See pressure message at a time. The ENGINE Windshield Wiper/Washer on DIC also shows the tire pressure page 5-3. values. See Driver Information This message displays and a chime Center (DIC) on page 5-26. sounds if the transmission fluid in the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the Vehicle Speed Messages Transmission Messages transmission fluid temperature high SELECTED SPEED LIMIT can cause damage to the vehicle. EXCEEDED SERVICE TRANSMISSION Stop the vehicle and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool. This This message is displayed when the This message displays if there is a message clears when the fluid vehicle speed is greater than the set problem with the transmission. See temperature reaches a safe level. speed. See "Speed Warning" under your dealer. Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-26. SHIFT DENIED Vehicle Reminder This message displays when using Messages Washer Fluid Messages the Driver Shift Control (DSC) and ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WASHER FLUID LOW ADD attempting to shift to a gear not WITH CARE appropriate for the vehicle speed FLUID This message is displayed when ice and engine revolutions per This message may display when the conditions are possible. minute (rpm). See Manual Mode on washer fluid level is low. See page 9-24. TURN WIPER CONTROL TO Washer Fluid on page 10-19. SHIFT TO PARK INTERMITTENT FIRST This message displays when the This message is displayed when transmission needs to be shifted to attempting to adjust the intermittent P (Park). This may appear when wiper speed without intermittent turning the ignition off if the vehicle is not in P (Park). Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (40,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Vehicle Personalization Menus Language [Language] Personalization The following list of menu items may Select Language, then select from be available: the available language(s). Use the audio system controls to . Time and Date Select the language. The selected access the personalization menus language will display on the system, for customizing vehicle features. . Language [Language] and voice recognition will reflect the The following are all possible . Valet Mode selected language. personalization features. Depending . Radio on the vehicle, some may not be Valet Mode . Vehicle available. This will lock the infotainment . Bluetooth Infotainment System Audio system, the infotainment controls, System Controls . Voice and screen storage location. To access the . Display To turn Valet Mode on and off, Enter personalization menu: a four-digit code on the keypad. . Rear Camera Press Enter to go to the 1. Press SETTINGS on the Home . Return to Factory Settings confirmation screen. Re-enter the page on the infotainment system four-digit code. Press LOCK to lock display. . Software Information the system. Enter the four-digit code 2. Press the desired feature to Each menu is detailed in the to unlock the system. Press the display a list of available following information. Back screen button to go back to the previous menu. options. Time and Date 3. Press to select the desired Manually set the time and date. See feature setting. Clock on page 5-6. 4. Press the [ Back screen button to return to the previous menu. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (41,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Radio Audible Touch Feedback . Comfort and Convenience Press to display the Radio Menu This allows Audible Touch . Lighting and the following may be displayed: Feedback to be turned on or off. . Power Door Locks . Manage Favorites Select Off or On. . Remote Lock, Unlock, Start . Number of Favorites Shown Bose Audio Pilot Climate and Air Quality . Audible Touch Feedback This feature adjusts the volume Select and the following may be . Bose Audio Pilot based on the noise in the vehicle. displayed: See “Bose AudioPilot Noise . . Auto Fan Max Speed Maximum Start Up Volume Compensation Technology” under Manage Favorites “Infotainment System Settings” in . Air Quality Sensor the infotainment manual. This allows favorites to be edited. . Auto Defog Maximum Startup Volume See “Manage Favorites” in Auto Fan Max Speed “Settings” under “Radio” in the This feature sets the maximum This feature will set the maximum infotainment manual. startup volume. If the vehicle is auto fan speed. Number of Favorites Shown started and the volume is greater than this level, the volume is Select Low, Medium, or High. Press to set the number of favorites adjusted to this level. To set the Air Quality Sensor to display. maximum startup volume, press + Select the desired number or select or − to increase or decrease. This allows for selection of air quality sensor operation at high or Auto and the infotainment system Vehicle will automatically adjust the number low sensitivity. of favorite shown. Select and the following may be Select Off, Low Sensitivity, or High displayed: Sensitivity. . Climate and Air Quality . Collision/Detection Systems Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (42,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Auto Defog . Adaptive Cruise Control Collision Preparation feature. See When set to On, the front defog will . Parking Assist Active Emergency Braking System on page 9-51. automatically react to temperature . Backing Warning and humidity conditions that may Select Off, Alert & Brake, or Alert. cause fogging. Only vehicles with Select Beeps or Safety Alert Seat. Go Notifier the dual automatic climate control Auto Collision Preparation will have this option. This feature will give a reminder that This feature will turn on or off the Select Off or On. Adaptive Cruise Control provides Forward Collision Alert feature as when it has brought the vehicle to a Collision / Detection Systems well as the Automatic Braking complete stop behind another capability of the Auto Collision stopping vehicle, and then that Select the Collision/Detection Preparation feature. With the Alert Systems menu and the following vehicle drives on. See Adaptive and Brake setting, both Forward Cruise Control on page 9-36. may display: Collision Alert as well as the Select Off or On. . Alert Type Automatic Braking capability of the Auto Collision Preparation feature Side Blind Zone Alert . Auto Collision Preparation are available. The Alert setting . Go Notifier disables most automatic braking This allows the feature to be turned functions of the Auto Collision on or off. See Side Blind Zone Alert . Side Blind Zone Alert Preparation feature. Some (SBZA) on page 9-53. Alert Type last-second automatic braking Select Off or On. capability is still provided with the This feature will set crash alerts to Alert setting, but it is much less Comfort and Convenience beeps or seat vibrations. This likely to be triggered by most driving setting affects all crash alerts Select and the following may be conditions. Off disables all Forward including: displayed: Collision Alert and Automatic . Forward Collision Braking capabilities of the Auto . Auto Memory Recall . . Lane Departure Warning Easy Exit Options Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (43,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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. Chime Volume Lighting Select Off, 30 Seconds, . Reverse Tilt Mirror Select and the following may be 60 Seconds, or 120 Seconds. Auto Memory Recall displayed: Power Door Locks This allows the feature to be turned . Vehicle Locator Lights Select and the following may be on or off. . Auto High Beam displayed: . Select Off, On - Driver Door Open, . Exit Lighting Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out or On - At Ignition On. . Vehicle Locator Lights Auto Door Unlock Easy Exit Options . This feature will flash the exterior Delayed Door Lock This allows the feature to be turned lamps when K on the Remote Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out on or off. Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is When on, this feature will keep the Select Off or On. pressed to locate the vehicle. driver door from locking when the Chime Volume Select Off or On. door is open. If Off is selected, the Delayed Door Lock menu will be This allows the selection of the Auto High Beam available. chime volume level. This allows the feature to be turned Select Off or On. Press + or − to adjust the volume. on or off. Auto Door Unlock Reverse Tilt Mirror Select On or Off. On some vehicles select Off, Normal Sensitivity, This allows selection of which of the This allows the feature to be turned or Low Sensitivity. doors will automatically unlock when on or off. the vehicle is shifted into P (Park) Select Off, On - Driver and Exit Lighting with an automatic transmission or Passenger, On - Driver, or On - This allows the selection of how when the vehicle is turned off with a Passenger. long the exterior lamps stay on manual transmission. when leaving the vehicle when it is Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door. dark outside. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (44,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Delayed Door Lock Remote Lock Feedback Passive Door Unlock When on, this feature will delay the This allows selection of what type of This allows the selection of what locking of the doors. To override the feedback is given when locking the doors will unlock when using the delay, press the power door lock vehicle with the RKE transmitter. button on the driver door to unlock switch on the door. Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights the vehicle. Select Off or On. Only, or Horn Only. Select All Doors or Driver Door. Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Remote Door Unlock Passive Door Lock Select and the following may be This allows selection of which doors This feature can be turned on or off, displayed: will unlock when pressing K on the or can be used to select feedback when using the button on the driver . Remote Unlock Light Feedback RKE transmitter. door to lock the vehicle. See . Remote Lock Feedback Select All Doors or Driver Door. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . Remote Door Unlock Remote Start Auto Cool Seats System Operation on page 2-3. . Remote Start Auto Cool Seats If equipped and turned on, this Select Off, On with Horn feature will turn the vented seats on Chirp, or On. . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats when using remote start on Remote Left in Vehicle Alert . Passive Door Unlock warm days. This feature sounds an alert when . Passive Door Lock Select Off or On. the RKE transmitter is left in the . Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Remote Start Auto Heat Seats vehicle. Remote Unlock Light Feedback If equipped and turned on, this Select Off or On. When on, the exterior lamps will feature will turn the heated seats on flash when unlocking the vehicle when using remote start on with the RKE transmitter. cold days. Select Off or On. Select Off or On. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (45,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Bluetooth Voice Mail Numbers Select Short or Long. Select and the following may be This feature displays the voice mail Audio Feedback Speed displayed: number for all connected phones. The voice mail number may be This feature adjusts the audio . Pair New Device changed by selecting EDIT or feedback speed. . Device Management pressing the EDIT button and typing Select Slow, Medium, or Fast. . Ringtones in a new number, then select SAVE or press the SAVE button. Display . Voice Mail Numbers Select and the following may be Voice Pair New Device displayed: Select and the following may be . Mode Select to pair a new device. See displayed: “Pairing” in “Infotainment Controls” . Calibrate Touchscreen under Bluetooth in the infotainment . Confidence Threshold . Turn Display Off manual. . Prompt Length Mode Device Management . Audio Feedback Speed Select to change the display screen Select to connect to a different Confidence Threshold phone source, disconnect a phone, for day or night driving. or delete a phone. This feature allows the adjustment Select Auto, Day, or Night. of the sensitivity of the speech Ringtones recognition system. Calibrate Touchscreen Press to change the ring tone for Select Confirm More or Select to calibrate the touchscreen, the specific phone. The phone does Confirm Less. then follow the prompts. not need to be connected to change the ring. Prompt Length This feature adjusts the voice prompt length. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (46,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Turn Display Off Restore Vehicle Settings Universal Remote Select to turn the display off. Press This allows selection of restoring anywhere on the display area or any vehicle settings. System faceplate button to turn the Select Cancel or Restore. See Radio Frequency Statement on display on. page 13-15. Clear All Private Data Rear Camera This allows selection to clear all Universal Remote System Select and the following may be private information from the vehicle. Programming displayed: Select Cancel or Delete. . Guidance Lines Restore Radio Settings Guidance Lines This allows selection to restore Select to turn Off or On. See radio settings. Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing on page 9-44. Select Cancel or Restore. Return to Factory Settings Software Information If equipped, these buttons are in the Select and the following may be Select to view the infotainment overhead console. displayed: system current software information. This system can replace up to three . Restore Vehicle Settings remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage . Clear All Private Data door openers, security systems, and . Restore Radio Settings home automation devices. These instructions refer to a garage door opener, but can be used for other devices. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (47,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Do not use the Universal Remote Make sure the hand-held transmitter 2. At the same time, press and system with any garage door opener has a new battery for quick and hold both the hand-held that does not have the stop and accurate transmission of the transmitter button and one of the reverse feature. This includes any radio-frequency signal. three Universal Remote system garage door opener model buttons to be used to operate manufactured before April 1, 1982. Programming the Universal the garage door. Do not release Remote System Read these instructions completely either button until the indicator before programming the Universal For questions or help programming light changes from a slow to a Remote system. It may help to have the Universal Remote system, call rapid flash. Then release both another person assist with the 1-800-355-3515 or see buttons. programming process. www.homelink.com. Some garage door openers may Keep the original hand-held Programming involves require substitution of Step 2 transmitter for use in other vehicles time-sensitive actions, and may time with the procedure under “Radio as well as for future programming. out causing the procedure to be Signals for Canada and Some Erase the programming when repeated. Gate Operators” later in this section. vehicle ownership is terminated. To program up to three devices: See “Erasing Universal Remote 3. Press and hold the newly 1. Hold the end of the hand-held System Buttons” later in this programmed Universal Remote section. transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 to system button for five seconds 3 in) away from the Universal To program a garage door opener, while watching the indicator light Remote system buttons with the and garage door activation. park outside directly in line with and indicator light in view. The facing the garage door opener hand-held transmitter was . If the indicator light stays on receiver. Clear all people and supplied by the manufacturer of continuously or the garage objects near the garage door. the garage door opener receiver. door moves when the button is pressed, then Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (48,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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programming is complete. does not flash, press and hold There is no need to the same button a second time complete Steps 4–6. for two seconds, then release it. Again, if the door does not move . If the indicator light does not come on or the garage or the garage door lamp does door does not move, a not flash, press and hold the second button press may same button a third time for be required. For a second two seconds, then release it. time, press and hold the The Universal Remote system Learn or Smart Button newly programmed button should now activate the for five seconds. If the light 4. After completing Steps 1–3 , garage door. locate the Learn or Smart button stays on or the garage door Repeat the process for inside garage on the garage moves, programming is programming the two remaining door opener receiver. The name complete. buttons. and color of the button may vary . If the indicator light blinks by manufacturer. rapidly for two seconds, Radio Signals for Canada and then changes to a solid light 5. Press and release the Learn or Some Gate Operators and the garage door does Smart button. Step 6 must be For questions or programming help not move, continue with completed within 30 seconds of call 1-800-355-3515 or see programming Steps 4–6. pressing this button. www.homelink.com. 6. Inside the vehicle, press and Canadian radio-frequency laws and hold the newly programmed some U.S. gate operators require Universal Remote system button transmitter signals to time out or quit for two seconds and then after several seconds of release it. If the garage door transmission. This may not be long does not move or the lamp on the garage door opener receiver Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (49,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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enough for the Universal Remote Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single system to pick up the signal during Operation Universal Remote System programming. Button If the programming did not work, Using the Universal Remote To reprogram any of the system replace Step 2 under “Programming System buttons: the Universal Remote System” with Press and hold the appropriate the following: 1. Press and hold any one of the Universal Remote system button for buttons. Do not release the Press and hold the Universal at least one-half second. The button. Remote system button while indicator light will come on while the pressing and releasing the signal is being transmitted. 2. The indicator light will begin to hand-held transmitter button every flash after 20 seconds. Without two seconds until the signal has Erasing Universal Remote releasing the button, proceed been successfully accepted by the System Buttons with Step 1 under “Programming Universal Remote system. The Erase all programmed buttons when the Universal Remote System.” Universal Remote system indicator vehicle ownership is terminated. light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly. Proceed with Step 3 under To erase: “Programming the Universal Remote 1. Press and hold the two outside System” to complete. buttons until the indicator light begins to flash. This should take about 10 seconds. 2. Release both buttons. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (50,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Lighting 6-1

Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ...... 6-7 Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting Cargo Lamp ...... 6-8 Courtesy Lamps ...... 6-8 Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 6-1 Dome Lamps ...... 6-8 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Reading Lamps ...... 6-8 Changer ...... 6-3 Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-3 Lighting Features Daytime Running Entry Lighting ...... 6-9 Lamps (DRL) ...... 6-4 Exit Lighting ...... 6-9 Adaptive Forward Battery Load Management . . . . 6-9 Lighting (AFL) ...... 6-4 Battery Power Protection . . . . 6-10 Twilight Sentinel ...... 6-5 Exterior Lighting Battery Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 6-6 Saver ...... 6-10 This control is on the instrument Turn and Lane-Change panel to the left of the steering Signals ...... 6-6 column. Front Fog Lamps ...... 6-7 Turn the control to the following positions: O (Off): Briefly turn to this position to turn the automatic light control off or on again. AUTO (Automatic): Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, depending on outside lighting. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

6-2 Lighting

; (Parking Lamps): Turns on the There is a sensor near the top parking lamps including all lamps, center of the windshield that except the headlamps. automatically controls the system. Keep this area of the windshield 3 (Headlamps): Turns on the clear of debris to allow for best headlamps together with the parking system performance. lamps and instrument panel lights. A warning chime sounds if the driver This light comes on in the The high-beam headlamps remain door is opened when the ignition instrument cluster when the on, under the automatic control, switch is off and the headlamps IntelliBeam system is enabled. until one of the following situations occurs: are on. Turning On and Enabling # (Front Fog Lamps, If IntelliBeam . The system detects an approaching vehicle's Equipped): Press to turn the lamps To enable the IntelliBeam system, headlamps. on or off. with the turn signal lever in the See Front Fog Lamps on page 6-7. neutral position, turn the exterior . The system detects a preceding lamp control to AUTO. The blue vehicle's taillamps. IntelliBeam® System high-beam on light appears on the . The outside light is bright If equipped, this system turns the instrument cluster when the high enough that high-beam vehicle's high-beam headlamps on beams are on. headlamps are not required. and off according to surrounding Driving with IntelliBeam . The vehicle's speed drops below traffic conditions. The system only activates the high 20 km/h (12 mph). The system turns the high-beam beams when driving over 40 km/h headlamps on when it is dark (25 mph). enough and there is no other traffic present. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Lighting 6-3

. The IntelliBeam system can be . The other vehicle's lamps cannot Headlamp High/ disabled by the High/Low-Beam be detected due to dense Changer or the Flash-to-Pass exhaust, smoke, fog, snow, road Low-Beam Changer feature. If this happens, the spray, mist, or other airborne Push the turn signal lever away High/Low-Beam Changer must obstructions. from you and release to turn the be activated two times within . The vehicle's windshield is dirty, high beams on. To return to low five seconds to reactivate the cracked, or obstructed by beams, push the lever again or pull IntelliBeam system. The something that blocks the view it toward you and release. instrument cluster light will come of the light sensor. on to indicate the IntelliBeam is reactivated. See Headlamp . The vehicle is loaded such that High/Low-Beam Changer on the front end points upward, page 6-3 or Flash-to-Pass on causing the light sensor to aim page 6-3. high and not detect headlamps and taillamps. The high beams may not turn off automatically if the system cannot . Driving on winding or hilly roads. This indicator light turns on in the detect another vehicle's lamps The high-beam headlamps may instrument cluster when the because of any of the following: need to be disabled if any of the high-beam headlamps are on. . The other vehicle's lamps are above conditions exist. missing, damaged, obstructed This feature can be turned on or off Flash-to-Pass from view, or otherwise in vehicle personalization. See The flash-to-pass feature works with undetected. Vehicle Personalization on the low beams or Daytime Running . The other vehicle's lamps are page 5-40. Lamps (DRL) on or off. covered with dirt, snow, and/or To flash the high beams, pull the road spray. turn signal lever all the way toward you, then release it. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

6-4 Lighting

Daytime Running When the DRL are on, only the Adaptive Forward low-beam headlamps, at a reduced Lamps (DRL) level of brightness, will be on. The Lighting (AFL) DRL can make it easier for others to high-beam headlamps, taillamps, For vehicles with uplevel see the front of your vehicle during sidemarker, instrument panel lamps, headlamps, the Adaptive Forward the day. Fully functional DRL are and other lamps will not be on. Lighting System (AFL) adjusts the required on all vehicles first sold in The headlamps automatically headlamps to provide greater road Canada. change from DRL to the regular illumination in various driving A light sensor on top of the headlamps depending on the conditions. instrument panel makes the DRL darkness of the surroundings. The To enable AFL, set the exterior lamp work, so be sure it is not covered. other lamps that come on with the control to the AUTO position. headlamps will also come on. The DRL system makes the Moving the control out of the AUTO low-beam headlamps come on at a When it is bright enough outside, position will deactivate the system. reduced brightness or for vehicles the headlamps go off and the DRL AFL will operate when the vehicle with High Intensity Discharge (HID) come on. speed is greater than 3 km/h headlamps, the DRL lights will come (2 mph). AFL will not operate when To turn the DRL lamps off or on the transmission is in R (Reverse). on when the following conditions again, turn the exterior lamp control are met: AFL is not immediately operable to the off position and then release. after starting the vehicle. Driving a . The ignition is in the ON/ For vehicles first sold in Canada, short distance is required to RUN mode. the DRL cannot be turned off. calibrate the AFL. See Exterior . The exterior lamp control is This vehicle may have a DRL Lamp Controls on page 6-1. in AUTO. disabling function. When the DRL are on and a turn signal is activated, . The engine is running. the DRL on that side will be off until . The vehicle is not in P (Park). the turn signal goes off. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Lighting 6-5

Curve Lighting Twilight Sentinel . When it is bright enough outside, the headlamps go off, and the The light beam pivots based on the DRL come on, as long as the steering wheel position and vehicle exterior lamp control is in the speed of at least 10 km/h (6 mph). AUTO position. See Exterior The headlamps shine at an angle of Lamp Controls on page 6-1. up to 15 degrees to the right or left of the direction of travel. If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp Highway Lighting system comes on immediately. If it If the vehicle is traveling straight is light outside when the vehicle continuously at high speeds, the leaves the garage, there is a slight light beam automatically raises This feature automatically turns the delay before the automatic slightly to increase the headlamp lamps on and off. A light sensor on headlamp system changes to the range. top of the instrument panel makes DRL. During that delay, the the Twilight Sentinel® work, so be instrument cluster may not be as City Lighting sure it is not covered. bright as usual. Make sure the If the vehicle speed is less than instrument panel brightness control With Twilight Sentinel the following 50 km/h (31 mph), the headlamp is in full bright position. See will happen: range is automatically reduced. Instrument Panel Illumination . When it is dark enough outside, Control on page 6-7. and the exterior lamp control is The vehicle can be idled with the in the AUTO position, the lamps off, even when it is dark Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) outside. After starting the vehicle, go off, and the headlamps and turn the exterior lamps control to P, parking lamps come on. The other lamps that come on with then release it. The lamps will the headlamps also come on. remain off until the control is turned to P again. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

6-6 Lighting

Twilight Sentinel also provides lamps, and other exterior lamps This warns others that you are exterior illumination when exiting the come on. The transition time for the having trouble. Press again to turn vehicle until one of the following lamps coming on varies based on the flashers off. occurs: wiper speed. When the wipers are

. not operating, these lamps turn off. Turn and Lane-Change The exterior lamp control is P moved to P from the AUTO Move the exterior lamp control to Signals ; position or to ;. or to disable this feature. . The delay time selected has Hazard Warning Flashers elapsed. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-40 to select the delay time. You can also select no delay time. If the ignition is turned off with the exterior lamp control in the parking lamp or headlamp position, the Move the lever all the way up or Twilight Sentinel delay will not down to signal a turn. occur. The lamps will turn off as soon as the control is turned off. An arrow on the instrument cluster will flash in the direction of the turn The regular headlamp system or lane change. should be turned on when needed. Raise or lower the lever until the Lights On with Wipers arrow starts to flash to signal a lane | (Hazard Warning Flashers): change. The turn signal flashes If the windshield wipers are Press this button on the instrument three times. activated in daylight with the engine panel, to make the front and rear on, and the exterior lamp control is turn signal lamps flash on and off. The lever returns to its starting in AUTO, the headlamps, parking position when it is released. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Lighting 6-7

If after signaling a turn or lane The ignition must be on to turn on Interior Lighting change the arrow flashes rapidly or the fog lamps. does not come on, a signal bulb # (Front Fog Lamps): Press to Instrument Panel may be burned out. turn the fog lamps on or off. An Replace any burned out bulbs. If a indicator light on the instrument Illumination Control bulb is not burned out, check the cluster comes on when the fog fuse. See Fuses and Circuit lamps are on. Breakers on page 10-34. The fog lamps come on together with the parking lamps. Front Fog Lamps Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps.

The brightness of the instrument panel lights and steering wheel controls can be adjusted. D (Instrument Panel Brightness): Move and hold the The front fog lamp button is on the thumbwheel up or down to brighten exterior lamp control on the or dim the lights. outboard side of the steering wheel. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

6-8 Lighting

The brightness of the displays Dome Lamps 1 (Door): The lamp comes on automatically adjusts based on when a door is opened. The dome lamp is in the overhead outdoor lighting. The instrument + panel illumination control will set the console. (On): Turns the dome lamp on. lowest level to which the displays will automatically be adjusted. Reading Lamps There are reading lamps in the Cargo Lamp overhead console and over the rear The cargo lamp is located in the passenger doors. These lamps rear compartment and is controlled come on automatically when any by the dome lamp. See Dome door is opened. Lamps on page 6-8. To manually turn the reading lamps on or off: Courtesy Lamps . Press m or n next to each The courtesy lamps come on overhead console reading lamp. automatically when any door is . Press the lamp lens on the rear opened and the dome lamp is in the To change the dome lamp settings, passenger reading lamps. door position. press the following: * (Dome Lamp Override): Turns the lamp off, even when a door is open. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Lighting 6-9

Lighting Features opened after the ignition is turned When the battery's state of charge off. The dome lamps also come on is low, the voltage is raised slightly when the driver door is opened after to quickly bring the charge back up. Entry Lighting the ignition is changed to the off When the state of charge is high, The headlamps, taillamps, license position. the voltage is lowered slightly to plate lamps, dome lamps, and most The exterior lamps and dome lamp prevent overcharging. If the vehicle of the interior lights turn on briefly at remain on after the door is closed has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage night, or in areas with limited for a set amount of time, then display on the Driver Information lighting, when K is pressed on the automatically turn off. Center (DIC), you may see the voltage move up or down. This is Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) The exterior lamps turn off normal. If there is a problem, an transmitter. After about 30 seconds immediately by turning the exterior alert will be displayed. the exterior lamps turn off, and then lamps control to off. the dome and remaining interior The battery can be discharged at lights dim to off. The entry lighting This feature can be changed. See idle if the electrical loads are very can be manually turned off by Vehicle Personalization on high. This is true for all vehicles. changing the ignition out of the off page 5-40. This is because the generator position, or by pressing Q on the (alternator) may not be spinning fast RKE transmitter. Battery Load enough at idle to produce all of the Management power needed for very high This feature can be changed. See electrical loads. Vehicle Personalization on The vehicle has Electric Power page 5-40. Management (EPM) that estimates A high electrical load occurs when the battery's temperature and state several of the following are on, such Exit Lighting of charge. It then adjusts the voltage as: headlamps, high beams, fog for best performance and extended lamps, rear window defogger, The headlamps, taillamps, parking life of the battery. climate control fan at high speed, lamps, and license plate lamps heated seats, engine cooling fans, come on at night, or in areas with trailer loads, and loads plugged into limited lighting, when a door is accessory power outlets. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

6-10 Lighting

EPM works to prevent excessive If some interior lamps are left on discharge of the battery. It does this and the ignition is turned off, the by balancing the generator's output battery rundown protection system and the vehicle's electrical needs. automatically turns the lamp off after It can increase engine idle speed to some time. generate more power whenever needed. It can temporarily reduce Exterior Lighting Battery the power demands of some Saver accessories. The exterior lamps turn off about Normally, these actions occur in 10 minutes after the ignition is steps or levels, without being turned off, if the parking lamps or noticeable. In rare cases at the headlamps have been manually left highest levels of corrective action, on. This protects against draining this action may be noticeable to the the battery. To restart the 10-minute driver. If so, a DIC message might timer, turn the exterior lamp control be displayed and it is recommended to the off position and then back to that the driver reduce the electrical the parking lamp or headlamp loads as much as possible. See position. Battery Voltage and Charging Messages on page 5-29. To keep the lamps on for more than 10 minutes, the ignition must be in Battery Power Protection the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position. The battery saver feature is designed to protect the vehicle's battery. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Infotainment System 7-1

Infotainment Introduction System Infotainment See the infotainment manual for Introduction information on the radio, audio Infotainment ...... 7-1 players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on settings and downloadable applications (if equipped). Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

7-2 Infotainment System

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Climate Controls 8-1

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. System ...... 8-1 Rear Climate Control System ...... 8-6 Air Vents Air Vents ...... 8-7 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...... 8-8

Climate Control Buttons

1. Driver and Passenger 4. Driver and Passenger Heated Temperature Controls and Ventilated Seats (If 2. Fan Control Equipped) 3. OFF (Fan) 5. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 6. Defrost Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

8-2 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. Rear (Rear Climate Control Touch Screen) 8. Air Delivery Mode Control Climate Control Touch Screen The fan, air delivery mode, air conditioning, driver and passenger temperatures and SYNC settings can be controlled by pressing CLIMATE on the infotainment home screen or the climate button in the The climate control status screen Climate Touch Screen Controls touch screen application tray. appears briefly when the climate 1. Outside Temperature Display A selection can then be made on control buttons on the faceplate are the front climate control page adjusted. The air delivery mode can 2. Driver and Passenger displayed. See the infotainment Temperature Controls be adjusted on the climate control manual. status screen. 3. Fan Control Automatic Operation 4. SYNC (Synchronized Temperature) The system automatically controls the fan speed, air delivery, air conditioning, and recirculation in order to heat or cool the vehicle to the desired temperature. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Climate Controls 8-3

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. The temperature control and z 9 or 9 y (Fan Control): screen, the system is in full air delivery mode can still be Press the fan control buttons or the automatic operation. If the air adjusted. touch screen fan control, to increase delivery mode or fan setting is w / x (Driver and Passenger or decrease the fan speed. Press manually adjusted, the auto Temperature Controls): The and hold the buttons or the touch indicator turns off and the display temperature can be adjusted screen control to adjust speed more will show the selected settings. Auto separately for the driver and the quickly. The fan speed setting operation can be turned off passenger. Press to increase or displays. Pressing either button individually for climate settings. decrease the temperature. Press cancels automatic fan control and For automatic operation: and hold to rapidly increase or the fan can be controlled manually. 1. Press AUTO. decrease the temperature. Press AUTO to return to automatic The driver and passenger operation. To turn off the fan and 2. Set the temperature. Allow the climate control system, press and system time to stabilize. Then temperatures can also be adjusted by pressing the controls on the hold the fan down button or touch adjust the temperature as screen fan control until it is off. needed for best comfort. touch screen. Air Delivery Mode Control: When To improve fuel efficiency and to SYNC (Synchronized Temperature): Press SYNC on the the climate information is displayed, cool the vehicle faster, recirculation press the desired air delivery mode may be automatically selected in touch screen to link all climate zone settings to the driver settings. Adjust on the touch screen to change the warm weather. The recirculation direction of the airflow. The selected ^ the driver side temperature control light will not come on. Press to change the linked temperature. air delivery mode button is lit. to select recirculation; press it again When the passenger settings are Pressing any of the air delivery to select outside air. adjusted, the SYNC button is buttons cancels automatic air displayed when the temperatures delivery control and the direction of are unlinked. the airflow can be controlled manually. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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To change the current mode, select Press AUTO to return to automatic The air quality sensor system does one of the following: operation and the air conditioner not protect against carbon monoxide Y (Vent): Air is directed to the runs as needed. (CO), which cannot be seen or instrument panel outlets. Automatic Air Recirculation: smelled. See Engine Exhaust on When the AUTO indicator light is page 9-21. \ (Bi-Level): Air is divided ^ between the instrument panel on, the air inside the vehicle may (Recirculation): Press to outlets and the floor outlets. automatically recirculate as needed alternate between recirculating air to help quickly cool the inside of the inside the vehicle or pulling in [ (Floor): Air is directed to the vehicle. outside air. The indicator light on the floor outlets. If equipped, an air quality sensor button is lit when recirculation mode - (Defog): Clears the windows of may also activate recirculation when is active. This helps to quickly cool fog or moisture. Air is directed to the it detects increasing levels of poor the air inside the vehicle or prevent windshield and floor outlets. quality air outside the vehicle. The outside air and odors from entering. 0 (Defrost): Clears the air quality sensor will not maintain Pressing this button cancels windshield of fog or frost more recirculation for an extended period automatic recirculation. Press AUTO quickly. Air is directed to the and may not activate during cold to return to automatic operation; weather. To adjust the sensitivity of recirculation runs automatically as windshield. Press the 0 button to the air quality sensor, see “Climate needed. turn on or off. Changing the air and Air Quality” under Vehicle Manual recirculation mode is not delivery mode also turns the Personalization on page 5-40. defrost off. available when in Defrost or Defog modes. AC Mode (Air Conditioning): Press the AC Mode touch screen control to turn the automatic air conditioning on or off. If the fan is turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing, the air conditioner will not run. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Auto Defog: The climate control The heated outside mirrors turn on Remote Start Climate Control system may have a sensor to when the rear window defogger Operation: If equipped, the climate automatically detect high humidity button is on and help to clear fog or control system may run when the inside the vehicle. When high frost from the surface of the mirrors. vehicle is started remotely. The humidity is detected, the climate system uses the driver’s previous control system may adjust to { Caution settings to heat or cool the inside of outside air supply and turn on the the vehicle. The rear defog may air conditioner. If the climate control Do not try to clear frost or other come on during remote start based system does not detect possible material from the inside of the on cold ambient conditions. The window fogging, it returns to normal front windshield and rear window rear defog indicator light does not operation. To turn Auto Defog off or with a razor blade or anything come on during a remote start. If the on, see “Climate and Air Quality” else that is sharp. This may vehicle has heated or ventilated under Vehicle Personalization on damage the rear window seats, they may come on during a page 5-40. defogger grid and affect the remote start. See Remote Vehicle radio's ability to pick up stations Start on page 2-8 and Heated and Rear Window Defogger Ventilated Seats on page 1-9. clearly. The repairs would not be (Rear Window Defogger): = covered by the vehicle warranty. The rear window defogger turns on Press to turn the rear window if it is cold outside. defogger on or off. Driver and Passenger Heated and The rear window defogger turns off Sensor Ventilated Seats (If Equipped): automatically after about The solar sensor, located on top of 10 minutes. If turned on again, it Press J or z to heat the driver or the instrument panel near the runs for about five minutes before passenger seat cushion and windshield, monitors the solar heat. seatback. turning off. The climate control system uses the Press C or { to ventilate the driver sensor information to adjust the or passenger seat. See Heated and temperature, fan speed, Ventilated Seats on page 1-9. recirculation, and air delivery mode for best comfort. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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If the sensor is covered, the 3. Air Delivery Mode Control 5. REAR O (On/Off) automatic climate control system 4. Fan Control may not work properly. 6. Rear AUTO (Automatic 5. O (On/Off) Operation) Rear Climate Control 6. TEMP (Temperature Control) 7. Front (Front Climate Control System Touch Screen) If equipped with a rear climate 8. Rear Control Lockout control system, the settings can be 9. Air Delivery Mode Control adjusted with the rear climate Rear: Press this button on the front control buttons and the touch climate control touch screen to open screen. the rear climate control screen. The rear climate control settings can now be adjusted from the front passenger area. O (On/Off): Press O or REAR O to turn the rear climate control on or Rear Climate Touch Screen off. The rear climate control system can also be turned off by pressing Controls the fan down button until the system 1. Outside Temperature Display turns off. If the rear climate control 2. Rear Climate Temperature is turned off using REAR O on the Control touch screen, the O button on the Rear Climate Control Buttons 3. Fan Control rear climate control faceplate must be pressed twice to turn the system 1. Heated Rear Seats (If Equipped) 4. SYNC (Synchronized back on. 2. AUTO (Automatic Operation) Temperatures) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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SYNC: Press the SYNC button on Manual Operation Air Vents the touch screen to match the rear S T (Fan Control): Press A Move the sliding knob on the air climate control temperature to the briefly or press and hold the rear outlets up and down or left and right front climate control driver climate control buttons or touch to direct the airflow. Use the temperature. The SYNC button will screen to increase or decrease the be lit. Press the TEMP, MODE, T thumbwheels near the air outlets to or AUTO button twice to unlink the airflow. Pressing A when the open or close off the airflow. set driver and rear temperatures. system is off will turn the system on. Operation Tips The SYNC button turns off. The air delivery mode remains in its previous setting. . Clear away any ice, snow, Rear Control Lockout: Press to or leaves from air inlets at the lock or unlock control of the rear +/− (Temperature Control): Press base of the windshield that could climate control system from the rear briefly or press and hold the rear block the flow of air into the seat passengers. When locked the temperature control buttons or touch vehicle. rear climate control can only be screen to adjust the rear passenger adjusted from the front seat. temperature. Press + for warmer air . Keep the path under the front and press − for cooler air. seats clear of objects to help Automatic Operation Y / \ /Y (Air Delivery Mode circulate the air inside the Rear AUTO: Press to turn on or off. Control): Press the desired mode vehicle more effectively. The air delivery and fan speed are button on the touch screen or the . Use of non‐GM approved hood controlled automatically. The AUTO MODE button on the rear faceplate deflectors can adversely affect indicator appears on the display. to change the direction of the airflow the performance of the system. If any of the climate control settings in the rear seating area. Check with your dealer before are manually adjusted, this cancels M L adding equipment to the outside full automatic operation. or (Heated Rear Seats, If Equipped): Press M or L to heat of the vehicle. the left or right outboard seat . Do not insert any objects in the cushion and seatback. See Heated outlets, as failure of the Rear Seats on page 3-11. mechanism may occur. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter removes dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance, see Maintenance Schedule on page 11-4. To find out what type of 4. Release the two latches holding 5. Remove the old air filter. filter to use, see Maintenance the service door. Lower the 6. Install the new air filter. Replacement Parts on page 11-14. service door. 1. Open the glove box completely 7. Close the service door and and remove the four screws latches. along the upper portion of the 8. Reinstall the upper portion of the glove box. glove box. 2. When released, lower the upper See your dealer if additional portion of the glove box. assistance is needed. 3. Locate the service door for the passenger compartment air filter. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Driving and Operating 9-1

Engine Heater ...... 9-19 Ride Control Systems Driving and Retained Accessory Traction Control/Electronic Operating Power (RAP) ...... 9-19 Stability Control ...... 9-30 Shifting Into Park ...... 9-19 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...... 9-32 Shifting out of Park ...... 9-20 Selective Ride Control ...... 9-32 Driving Information Parking over Things That Burn ...... 9-21 Cruise Control Distracted Driving ...... 9-2 Cruise Control ...... 9-33 Defensive Driving ...... 9-3 Engine Exhaust Adaptive Cruise Control . . . . . 9-36 Drunk Driving ...... 9-3 Engine Exhaust ...... 9-21 Control of a Vehicle ...... 9-3 Running the Vehicle While Driver Assistance Systems Braking ...... 9-3 Parked ...... 9-22 Driver Assistance Steering ...... 9-4 Systems ...... 9-44 Off-Road Recovery ...... 9-5 Automatic Transmission Assistance Systems for Loss of Control ...... 9-5 Automatic Transmission . . . . . 9-22 Parking or Backing ...... 9-44 Driving on Wet Roads ...... 9-6 Manual Mode ...... 9-24 Assistance Systems for Highway Hypnosis ...... 9-6 Fuel Economy Mode ...... 9-25 Driving ...... 9-49 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 9-7 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Winter Driving ...... 9-7 Drive Systems System ...... 9-49 If the Vehicle Is Stuck ...... 9-9 All-Wheel Drive ...... 9-26 Active Emergency Braking Vehicle Load Limits ...... 9-10 Brakes System ...... 9-51 Starting and Operating Antilock Brake Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) ...... 9-53 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 9-14 System (ABS) ...... 9-27 Parking Brake ...... 9-28 Lane Departure Adjustable Throttle and Brake Warning (LDW) ...... 9-55 Pedal ...... 9-15 Brake Assist ...... 9-29 Ignition Positions ...... 9-15 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 9-30 Starting the Gasoline Engine ...... 9-17 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

9-2 Driving and Operating

Fuel Driving Information . Designate a front seat Fuel ...... 9-57 passenger to handle potential distractions. Recommended Fuel ...... 9-57 Distracted Driving Gasoline Specifications ...... 9-58 . Become familiar with vehicle California Fuel Distraction comes in many forms features before driving, such as Requirements ...... 9-58 and can take your focus from the programming favorite radio Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 9-58 task of driving. Exercise good stations and adjusting climate Fuel Additives ...... 9-59 judgment and do not let other control and seat settings. Filling the Tank ...... 9-59 activities divert your attention away Program all trip information into Filling a Portable Fuel from the road. Many local any navigation device prior to Container ...... 9-60 governments have enacted laws driving. regarding driver distraction. Become Trailer Towing . Wait until the vehicle is parked familiar with the local laws in General Towing to retrieve items that have fallen your area. Information ...... 9-61 to the floor. To avoid distracted driving, always Driving Characteristics and . Stop or park the vehicle to tend keep your eyes on the road, hands Towing Tips ...... 9-61 to children. Trailer Towing ...... 9-65 on the wheel, and mind on the drive. . Keep pets in an appropriate Towing Equipment ...... 9-67 . Do not use a phone in carrier or restraint. Trailer Sway demanding driving situations. Control (TSC) ...... 9-68 Use a hands-free method to . Avoid stressful conversations Conversions and Add-Ons place or receive necessary while driving, whether with a Add-On Electrical phone calls. passenger or on a cell phone. Equipment ...... 9-69 . Watch the road. Do not read, take notes, or look up information on phones or other electronic devices. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Driving and Operating 9-3

. Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle { Warning between you and the driver in front of you. Braking, steering, and accelerating Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to . Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving. crash resulting in injury or death. Drunk Driving Focus your attention on driving. Braking Death and injury associated with Braking action involves perception drinking and driving is a global Refer to the Infotainment manual for time and reaction time. Deciding to tragedy. more information on using that push the brake pedal is perception system, including pairing and using time. Actually doing it is a cell phone { Warning reaction time. Defensive Driving Drinking and then driving is very Average driver reaction time is dangerous. Your reflexes, about three-quarters of a second. In Defensive driving means “always perceptions, attentiveness, and that time, a vehicle moving at expect the unexpected.” The first judgment can be affected by even 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m step in driving defensively is to wear a small amount of alcohol. You (66 ft), which could be a lot of distance in an emergency. the safety belt. See Safety Belts on can have a serious — or even page 3-12. fatal — collision if you drive after Helpful braking tips to keep in mind . Assume that other road users drinking. include: (pedestrians, bicyclists, and Do not drink and drive or ride with . Keep enough distance between other drivers) are going to be a driver who has been drinking. you and the vehicle in front careless and make mistakes. Ride home in a cab; or if you are of you. Anticipate what they might do and be ready. with a group, designate a driver . Avoid needless heavy braking. who will not drink. . Keep pace with traffic. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

9-4 Driving and Operating

If the engine ever stops while the . Wait until the vehicle is out of vehicle is being driven, brake { Caution the curve before accelerating normally but do not pump the gently into the straightaway. If the steering wheel is turned brakes. Doing so could make the Steering in Emergencies pedal harder to push down. If the until it reaches the end of its engine stops, there will be some travel, and is held in that position . There are some situations when power brake assist but it will be for more than 15 seconds, steering around a problem may used when the brake is applied. damage may occur to the power be more effective than braking. steering system and there may be Once the power assist is used up, it . Holding both sides of the can take longer to stop and the loss of power steering assist. steering wheel allows you to turn brake pedal will be harder to push. 180 degrees without removing a hand. Steering Curve Tips . Take curves at a reasonable . Antilock Brake System (ABS) Hydraulic Power Steering speed. allows steering while braking. This vehicle has hydraulic power . Reduce speed before entering a steering. It may require curve. maintenance. See Power Steering . Maintain a reasonable steady Fluid on page 10-18. speed through the curve. If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or because of a system malfunction, the vehicle can be steered but may require increased effort. See your dealer if there is a problem. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Driving and Operating 9-5

Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go If the vehicle starts to slide, follow straight down the roadway. these suggestions: . Ease your foot off the Loss of Control accelerator pedal and steer the Skidding way you want the vehicle to go. The vehicle may straighten out. There are three types of skids that Be ready for a second skid if it correspond to the vehicle's three occurs. control systems: . Slow down and adjust your . Braking Skid — wheels are not driving according to weather rolling. conditions. Stopping distance . Steering or Cornering Skid — can be longer and vehicle too much speed or steering in a control can be affected when curve causes tires to slip and traction is reduced by water, The vehicle's right wheels can drop lose cornering force. snow, ice, gravel, or other off the edge of a road onto the material on the road. Learn to shoulder while driving. Follow . Acceleration Skid — too much recognize warning clues — such these tips: throttle causes the driving as enough water, ice, or packed wheels to spin. snow on the road to make a 1. Ease off the accelerator and mirrored surface and slow then, if there is nothing in the Defensive drivers avoid most skids — down when you have any doubt. way, steer the vehicle so that it by taking reasonable care suited to straddles the edge of the existing conditions, and by not . Try to avoid sudden steering, pavement. overdriving those conditions. But acceleration, or braking, skids are always possible. including reducing vehicle speed 2. Turn the steering wheel about by shifting to a lower gear. Any one-eighth of a turn, until the sudden changes could cause right front tire contacts the the tires to slide. pavement edge. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

9-6 Driving and Operating

Remember: Antilock brakes help Other Rainy Weather Tips avoid only the braking skid. Warning (Continued) Besides slowing down, other wet Driving on Wet Roads Flowing or rushing water creates weather driving tips include: strong forces. Driving through . Allow extra following distance. Rain and wet roads can reduce flowing water could cause the vehicle traction and affect your vehicle to be carried away. If this . Pass with caution. ability to stop and accelerate. happens, you and other vehicle . Keep windshield wiping Always drive slower in these types occupants could drown. Do not equipment in good shape. of driving conditions and avoid ignore police warnings and be . driving through large puddles and Keep the windshield washer fluid very cautious about trying to drive reservoir filled. deep‐standing or flowing water. through flowing water. . Have good tires with proper { Warning tread depth. See Tires on Hydroplaning page 10-42. Wet brakes can cause crashes. Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water . Turn off cruise control. They might not work as well in a can build up under the vehicle's quick stop and could cause tires so they actually ride on the Highway Hypnosis pulling to one side. You could water. This can happen if the road is lose control of the vehicle. wet enough and you are going fast Always be alert and pay attention to enough. When the vehicle is your surroundings while driving. After driving through a large If you become tired or sleepy, find a puddle of water or a car/vehicle hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. safe place to park the vehicle wash, lightly apply the brake and rest. pedal until the brakes work There is no hard and fast rule about Other driving tips include: normally. hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow down when the road is wet. . (Continued) Keep the vehicle well ventilated. . Keep the interior temperature cool. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Driving and Operating 9-7

. Keep your eyes moving — scan . Pay attention to special road the road ahead and to the sides. Warning (Continued) signs (falling rocks area, winding . roads, long grades, passing or Check the rearview mirror and could result in a loss of braking. vehicle instruments often. no-passing zones) and take Shift the transmission to a lower appropriate action. Hill and Mountain Roads gear to let the engine assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope. Winter Driving Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving Driving on Snow or Ice on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for { Warning Drive carefully when there is snow driving in these conditions include: or ice between the tires and the . Keep the vehicle serviced and in Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) road, creating less traction or grip. good shape. or with the ignition off is Wet ice can occur at about 0°C (32°F) when freezing rain begins to . Check all fluid levels and brakes, dangerous. This can cause overheating of the brakes and fall, resulting in even less traction. tires, cooling system, and Avoid driving on wet ice or in loss of steering. Always have the transmission. freezing rain until roads can be engine running and the vehicle . Shift to a lower gear when going treated with salt or sand. in gear. down steep or long hills. Drive with caution, whatever the condition. Accelerate gently so { Warning . Stay in your own lane. Do not traction is not lost. Accelerating too swing wide or cut across the quickly causes the wheels to spin Using the brakes to slow the center of the road. Drive at and makes the surface under the vehicle on a long downhill slope speeds that let you stay in your tires slick, so there is even less can cause brake overheating, can own lane. traction. reduce brake performance, and . Be alert on top of hills; (Continued) something could be in your lane (stalled car, accident). Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

9-8 Driving and Operating

Try not to break the fragile traction. Turn off cruise control on slippery If you accelerate too fast, the drive surfaces. Warning (Continued) wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Blizzard Conditions cannot be seen or smelled. It can Being stuck in snow can be a cause unconsciousness and even If equipped, Traction Control should death. be turned on. See Traction Control/ serious situation. Stay with the Electronic Stability Control on vehicle unless there is help nearby. If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: If possible, use Roadside Service. page 9-30. . Clear away snow from around See Roadside Service on the base of your vehicle, The Antilock Brake System (ABS) page 13-5. To get help and keep especially any that is blocking improves vehicle stability during everyone in the vehicle safe: hard stops on slippery roads, but the exhaust pipe. . Turn on the hazard warning apply the brakes sooner than when . Check again from time to flashers. on dry pavement. time to be sure snow does Allow greater following distance on . Tie a red cloth to an outside not collect there. mirror. any slippery road and watch for . Open a window about 5 cm slippery spots. Icy patches can (2 in) on the side of the occur on otherwise clear roads in { Warning vehicle that is away from the shaded areas. The surface of a wind to bring in fresh air. curve or an overpass can remain icy Snow can trap engine exhaust when the surrounding roads are under the vehicle. This may . Fully open the air outlets on clear. Avoid sudden steering cause exhaust gases to get or under the instrument maneuvers and braking while inside. Engine exhaust contains panel. on ice. carbon monoxide (CO) which . Adjust the climate control See Antilock Brake System (ABS) (Continued) system to a setting that on page 9-27. circulates the air inside the (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Driving and Operating 9-9

If the Vehicle Is Stuck Rocking the Vehicle to Get Warning (Continued) it Out Slowly and cautiously spin the vehicle and set the fan speed wheels to free the vehicle when Turn the steering wheel left and to the highest setting. See stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. right to clear the area around the “Climate Control Systems”. front wheels. Turn off any traction If stuck too severely for the traction system. Shift back and forth For more information about system to free the vehicle, turn the between R (Reverse) and a low carbon monoxide, see Engine traction system off and use the forward gear, spinning the wheels Exhaust on page 9-21. rocking method. See Traction as little as possible. To prevent Control/Electronic Stability Control transmission wear, wait until the on page 9-30. To save fuel, run the engine for only wheels stop spinning before shifting short periods as needed to warm gears. Release the accelerator the vehicle and then shut the engine { Warning pedal while shifting, and press off and close the window most of lightly on the accelerator pedal the way to save heat. Repeat this If the vehicle's tires spin at high when the transmission is in gear. until help arrives but only when you speed, they can explode, and you Slowly spinning the wheels in the feel really uncomfortable from the or others could be injured. The forward and reverse directions cold. Moving about to keep warm vehicle can overheat, causing an causes a rocking motion that could also helps. engine compartment fire or other free the vehicle. If that does not get damage. Spin the wheels as little If it takes some time for help to the vehicle out after a few tries, it as possible and avoid going arrive, now and then when you run might need to be towed out. If the the engine, push the accelerator above 56 km/h (35 mph). vehicle does need to be towed out, pedal slightly so the engine runs see Towing the Vehicle on faster than the idle speed. This page 10-84. keeps the battery charged to restart the vehicle and to signal for help with the headlamps. Do this as little as possible to save fuel. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

9-10 Driving and Operating

Vehicle Load Limits pillar (B-pillar). With the driver Warning (Continued) door open, the label is attached It is very important to know how near the door lock post. The Tire much weight the vehicle can vehicle handles. This could cause loss of control and a and Loading Information label carry. This weight is called the shows the number of occupant vehicle capacity weight and crash. Overloading can also shorten the life of the vehicle. seating positions (1), and the includes the weight of all maximum vehicle capacity occupants, cargo and all weight (2) in kilograms and nonfactory-installed options. Tire and Loading Information pounds. Two labels on the vehicle show Label how much weight it may The Tire and Loading properly carry, the Tire and Information label also shows the Loading Information label and tire size of the original the Certification label. equipment tires (3) and the recommended cold tire inflation { Warning pressures (4). For more information on tires and inflation Do not load the vehicle any see Tires on page 10-42 and heavier than the Gross Tire Pressure on page 10-49. Vehicle Weight Rating There is also important loading (GVWR), or either the information on the Certification maximum front or rear Gross Label Example label. It tells you the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) This can cause systems to A vehicle-specific Tire and and the Gross Axle Weight break and change the way the Loading Information label is (Continued) attached to the vehicle's center Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Driving and Operating 9-11

Rating (GAWR) for the front and there will be five 150 lb rear axle. See “Certification passengers in your vehicle, Label” later in this section. the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is Steps for Determining Correct “ 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) Load Limit – = 650 lbs.) 1. Locate the statement "The 5. Determine the combined combined weight of weight of luggage and cargo occupants and cargo should being loaded on the vehicle. never exceed XXX kg or That weight may not safely XXX lbs." on your vehicle s ’ exceed the available cargo placard. and luggage load capacity Example 1 2. Determine the combined calculated in Step 4. weight of the driver and 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight 6. If your vehicle will be towing passengers that will be riding for Example 1 = 453 kg a trailer, load from your trailer in your vehicle. (1,000 lbs). will be transferred to your 2. Subtract Occupant Weight 3. Subtract the combined vehicle. Consult this manual @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 2 = weight of the driver and to determine how this 136 kg (300 lbs). passengers from XXX kg or reduces the available cargo 3. Available Occupant and XXX lbs. and luggage load capacity of Cargo Weight = 317 kg 4. The resulting figure equals your vehicle.” (700 lbs). the available amount of cargo See Trailer Towing on page 9-65 and luggage load capacity. for important information on For example, if the "XXX" towing a trailer, towing safety amount equals 1400 lbs. and rules and trailering tips. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. Certification Label

Example 2 Example 3

1. Vehicle Capacity Weight 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). 2. Subtract Occupant Weight 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = @ 91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = Label Example 340 kg (750 lbs). 453 kg (1,000 lbs). A vehicle-specific Certification/ 3. Available Cargo Weight = 3. Available Cargo Weight = Tire label is attached to the 113 kg (250 lbs). 0 kg (0 lbs). driver side center pillar (B-pillar). Refer to the vehicle's Tire and The label shows the size of the Loading Information label for vehicle's original tires and the specific information about the inflation pressures needed to vehicle's capacity weight and obtain the gross weight capacity of the vehicle. This is called Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Gross Vehicle Weight Rating If the vehicle is carrying a heavy Your warranty does not cover (GVWR). The GVWR includes load, it should be spread out. parts or components that fail the weight of the vehicle, all See “Steps for Determining because of overloading. occupants, fuel, and cargo. Correct Load Limit” earlier in this The label will help you decide The Certification/Tire label also section. how much cargo and installed tells you the maximum weights equipment your vehicle can for the front and rear axles, { Warning carry. called Gross Axle Weight Rating Do not load the vehicle any Using heavier suspension (GAWR). To find out the actual heavier than the Gross components to get added loads on the front and rear Vehicle Weight Rating durability might not change your axles, you need to go to a weigh (GVWR), or either the weight ratings. Ask your dealer station and weigh the vehicle. maximum front or rear Gross to help you load your vehicle the Your dealer can help you with Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). right way. this. Be sure to spread out the This can cause systems to If you put things inside your load equally on both sides of the break and change the way the vehicle – like suitcases, tools, center line. vehicle handles. This could packages, or anything else – Never exceed the GVWR for the cause loss of control and a they will go as fast as the vehicle, or the GAWR for either crash. Overloading can also vehicle goes. If you have to stop the front or rear axle. shorten the life of the vehicle. or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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{ Warning Warning (Continued) Starting and Operating Things inside the vehicle can . Do not leave an unsecured child restraint strike and injure people in a New Vehicle Break-In sudden stop or turn, or in a in the vehicle. crash. . Secure loose items in the { Caution . Put things in the cargo vehicle. area of the vehicle. In the . Do not leave a seat folded The vehicle does not need an cargo area, put them as down unless needed. elaborate break-in. But it will far forward as possible. perform better in the long run if Try to spread the weight you follow these guidelines: evenly. . Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, . Never stack heavier for the first 805 km (500 mi). things, like suitcases, Do not make full-throttle inside the vehicle so that starts. Avoid downshifting to some of them are above brake or slow the vehicle. the tops of the seats. . Avoid making hard stops for (Continued) the first 322 km (200 mi) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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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.

Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal The switch used to adjust the If the vehicle has this feature, the pedals is located on the right side of position of the throttle and brake the steering column, below the The vehicle has an electronic pedals can be adjusted. wiper stalk. Pull the switch toward keyless ignition with pushbutton you to move the pedals further from start. the floor, or push the switch away from you to move the pedals closer Pressing the button cycles it through to the floor. three modes, ACC/ACCESSORY, ON/RUN/START and STOPPING Adjust the throttle and brake pedals THE ENGINE/OFF. while the vehicle is in P (Park) without pressing on the pedals. The If the pushbutton start is not pedals cannot be adjusted while the working, the vehicle may be near a vehicle is in R (Reverse) or when strong radio antenna signal causing cruise control is engaged. The interference to the keyless entry throttle and brake pedals can also system. See Key and Lock be adjusted while driving. Messages on page 5-33. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle If the vehicle must be shut off in an must be in ON/RUN mode and the emergency: { Warning brake pedal must be applied. 1. Brake using a firm and steady Turning off the vehicle while STOPPING THE ENGINE/OFF (No pressure. Do not pump the moving may cause loss of power Indicator Light): When the vehicle brakes repeatedly. This may assist in the brake and steering is stopped, press the ENGINE deplete power assist, requiring systems and disable the airbags. START/STOP button once to turn increased brake pedal force. While driving, only shut the the engine off. 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). vehicle off in an emergency. If the vehicle is in P (Park), the This can be done while the ignition will turn off, and Retained vehicle is moving. After shifting If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, Accessory Power (RAP) will remain to N (Neutral), firmly apply the and must be shut off while driving, active. See Retained Accessory brakes and steer the vehicle to a press and hold the ENGINE START/ Power (RAP) on page 9-19. safe location. STOP button for longer than If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the 3. Come to a complete stop, shift two seconds, or press twice in ignition will return to ACC/ to P (Park), and turn the ignition five seconds. ACCESSORY and display the to OFF. On vehicles with an ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber message SHIFT TO PARK in the automatic transmission, the shift Indicator Light): This mode allows Driver Information Center (DIC). lever must be in P (Park) to turn you to use some electrical See Driver Information Center (DIC) the ignition switch to the OFF accessories when the engine is off. on page 5-26. When the vehicle is position. With the ignition off, pressing the shifted into P (Park), the ignition 4. Set the parking brake. See button one time without the brake system will switch to OFF. Parking Brake on page 9-28. pedal applied, will place the ignition Do not turn the engine off when the system in ACC/ACCESSORY. vehicle is moving. This will cause a loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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The ignition will switch from ACC/ The instruments and audio systems ACCESSORY to OFF after will operate as they do in ON/RUN, { Caution ten minutes to prevent battery but the vehicle will not be able to be run down. driven. The engine will not start in If the steering wheel is turned until it reaches the end of its ON/RUN/START (Green Indicator Service Only Mode. Push the button again to turn the vehicle off. travel, and is held in that position Light): This mode is for driving and while starting the vehicle, damage starting. With the ignition off, and Starting the Gasoline may occur to the hydraulic power the brake pedal applied, pressing steering system and there may be the button once will place the Engine loss of power steering assist. ignition system in ON/RUN/START. Place the transmission in the proper Once engine cranking begins, gear by moving the shift lever to release the button. Engine cranking The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) P (Park) or N (Neutral). To restart will continue until the engine starts. transmitter must be inside the the engine when the vehicle is See Starting the Gasoline Engine vehicle for the ignition to work. already moving, use N (Neutral). on page 9-17. The ignition will then Cell phone chargers can interfere remain in ON/RUN. { Caution with the operation of the Keyless Service Only Mode Access System. Battery chargers Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the should not be plugged in when This power mode is available for starting or turning off the engine. service and diagnostics, and to vehicle is moving. If you do, you verify the proper operation of the could damage the transmission. To start the vehicle: Shift to P (Park) only when the malfunction indicator lamp as may Starting Procedure be required for emission inspection vehicle is stopped. purposes. With the vehicle off, and 1. With the brake pedal applied, the brake pedal not applied, press the ENGINE START/ pressing and holding the button for STOP button on the instrument more than five seconds will place panel. See Ignition Positions on the vehicle in Service Only Mode. page 9-15. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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2. When the engine begins 4. If the engine does not start and When the engine starts, let go of the cranking, let go of the button and no DIC message is displayed, accelerator. If the vehicle starts the engine cranks automatically wait 15 seconds before trying briefly but then stops again, do the until it starts. again to let the cranking motor same thing. This clears the extra If the transmitter is not in the cool down. gasoline from the engine. vehicle or something is If the engine does not start The vehicle has a interfering with the transmitter, after five to 10 seconds, Computer-Controlled Cranking the Driver Information Center especially in very cold weather System. This feature assists in (DIC) will display NO REMOTE (below −18°C or 0°F), it could be starting the engine and protects DETECTED. See Driver flooded with too much gasoline. components. Once cranking has Information Center (DIC) on Try pushing the accelerator been initiated, the engine continues page 5-26. pedal all the way to the floor cranking for a few seconds or until If the battery in the RKE while cranking for up to the vehicle starts. If the engine does transmitter needs replacing, the 15 seconds. not start, cranking automatically DIC displays REPLACE stops after 15 seconds to prevent BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY. { Caution cranking motor damage. To prevent The vehicle can still be driven. gear damage, this system also See Remote Keyless Entry Cranking the engine for long prevents cranking if the engine is (RKE) System Operation on periods of time, by pressing the already running. page 2-3. ENGINE START/STOP button immediately after cranking has { Caution 3. Do not race the engine ended, can overheat and damage immediately after starting it. the cranking motor, and drain the If you add electrical parts or Operate the engine and battery. Wait at least 15 seconds accessories, you could change transmission gently until the oil between each try, to let the the way the engine operates. Any warms up and lubricates all resulting damage would not be moving parts. cranking motor cool down. (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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3. Plug it into a normal, grounded the area where you will be parking Caution (Continued) 110-volt AC outlet. the vehicle for the best advice on this. covered by the vehicle warranty. { Warning See Add-On Electrical Equipment Retained Accessory on page 9-69. Plugging the cord into an Power (RAP) ungrounded outlet could cause an Engine Heater electrical shock. Also, the wrong These accessories can be used kind of extension cord could after the engine is turned off: The engine coolant heater, overheat and cause a fire. You . Infotainment system (up to if available, can help in cold weather could be seriously injured. Plug 10 minutes or until the driver conditions at or below −18°C (0°F) the cord into a properly grounded door is opened). for easier starting and better fuel three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. economy during engine warm-up. . Power windows, sunroof (if Plug in the coolant heater at least If the cord will not reach, use a equipped), and power outlets (up four hours before starting the heavy-duty three-prong extension to 10 minutes or until any door is vehicle. An internal thermostat in cord rated for at least 15 amps. opened). the plug end of the cord will prevent engine coolant heater operation at 4. Before starting the engine, be Shifting Into Park temperatures above −18°C (0°F). sure to unplug and store the 1. Hold the brake pedal down and To Use the Engine Coolant cord as it was before to keep it set the parking brake. See away from moving engine parts. Parking Brake on page 9-28. Heater If you do not it could be 1. Turn off the engine. damaged. 2. Move the shift lever into P (Park) by pushing the lever all the way 2. Open the hood and unwrap the The length of time the heater should toward the front of the vehicle. electrical cord. The cord is remain plugged in depends on located near the air cleaner. several factors. Ask a dealer in 3. Turn the ignition off. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Leaving the Vehicle with the If you have to leave the vehicle with If torque lock does occur, your Engine Running the engine running, be sure the vehicle may need to be pushed vehicle is in P (Park) and the uphill by another vehicle to relieve { Warning parking brake is firmly set before the parking pawl pressure, so you you leave it. After you have moved can shift out of P (Park). It can be dangerous to leave the the shift lever into P (Park), hold If you are towing a trailer and vehicle with the engine running. down the regular brake pedal. See if parking on a hill, see Driving It could overheat and catch fire. you can move the shift lever away Characteristics and Towing Tips on from P (Park) without first pulling it page 9-61. It is dangerous to get out of the toward you. If you can, it means that vehicle if the shift lever is not fully the shift lever was not fully locked in P (Park) with the parking brake into P (Park). Shifting out of Park firmly set. The vehicle can roll. This vehicle is equipped with an Torque Lock Do not leave the vehicle when the automatic transmission shift lock Torque lock is when the weight of control system. The shift lock engine is running. If you have left the vehicle puts too much force on control is designed to prevent the engine running, the vehicle the parking pawl in the movement of the shift lever out of can move suddenly. You or others transmission. This happens when P (Park), unless the ignition is in could be injured. To be sure the parking on a hill and shifting the ON/RUN and the brake pedal is vehicle will not move, even when transmission into P (Park) is not applied. you are on fairly level ground, done properly and then it is difficult The shift lock control is always always set the parking brake and to shift out of P (Park). To prevent move the shift lever to P (Park). functional except in the case of an torque lock, set the parking brake uncharged or low voltage (less than See Shifting Into Park on and then shift into P (Park). To find 9-volt) battery. page 9-19. If you are towing a out how, see "Shifting Into P (Park)" trailer, see Driving Characteristics listed previously. and Towing Tips on page 9-61. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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If the vehicle has an uncharged If you still cannot move the shift Engine Exhaust battery or a battery with low voltage, lever from P (Park), consult your try charging or jump starting the dealer or a professional towing battery. See Jump Starting on service. { Warning page 10-80. Parking over Things Engine exhaust contains carbon To shift out of P (Park): monoxide (CO) which cannot be 1. Apply the brake pedal. That Burn seen or smelled. Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and 2. Press the ENGINE START/ even death. STOP button. { Warning 3. Press the shift lever button. Things that can burn could touch Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: . 4. Move the shift lever to the hot exhaust parts under the The vehicle idles in areas desired position. vehicle and ignite. Do not park with poor ventilation (parking over papers, leaves, dry grass, garages, tunnels, deep snow If you still are unable to shift out of or other things that can burn. that may block underbody P (Park): airflow or tail pipes). 1. Fully release the shift lever . The exhaust smells or button. sounds strange or different. 2. Hold the brake pedal down and . The exhaust system leaks press the shift lever button due to corrosion or damage. again. . The vehicle exhaust system 3. Move the shift lever to the has been modified, damaged, desired position. or improperly repaired. (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Running the Vehicle Warning (Continued) Automatic While Parked Transmission . There are holes or openings It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. damage or aftermarket modifications that are not If the vehicle is left with the engine completely sealed. running, follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move. If unusual fumes are detected or See Shifting Into Park on page 9-19 if it is suspected that exhaust is and Engine Exhaust on page 9-21. coming into the vehicle: If parking on a hill and pulling a . Drive it only with the windows trailer, see Driving Characteristics completely down. and Towing Tips on page 9-61. . Have the vehicle repaired immediately. Never park the vehicle with the There are several different positions engine running in an enclosed for the shift lever. area such as a garage or a P (Park): This position locks the building that has no fresh air front wheels. It is the best position ventilation. to use when you start the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (23,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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system. You must fully apply the At low vehicle speeds, R (Reverse) { Warning regular brakes first and then press can be used to rock the vehicle the shift lever button before you can back and forth to get out of snow, It is dangerous to get out of the shift from P (Park) when the ignition ice, or sand without damaging your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully is in ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out transmission. See If the Vehicle Is in P (Park) with the parking brake of P (Park), ease pressure on the Stuck on page 9-9. firmly set. The vehicle can roll. shift lever and push the shift lever N (Neutral): In this position, the Do not leave the vehicle when the all the way into P (Park) as you engine does not connect with the engine is running. If you have left maintain brake application. Then wheels. To restart when the vehicle the engine running, the vehicle press the shift lever button and is already moving, use N (Neutral) can move suddenly. You or others move the shift lever into another only. You can also use N (Neutral) could be injured. To be sure the gear. See Shifting out of Park on when the vehicle is being towed. page 9-20. vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, { Warning always set the parking brake and { Caution move the shift lever to P (Park). Shifting into a drive gear while the Shifting to R (Reverse) while the See Shifting Into Park on engine is running at high speed is vehicle is moving forward could page 9-19 and Driving dangerous. Unless your foot is damage the transmission. The Characteristics and Towing Tips firmly on the brake pedal, the repairs would not be covered by on page 9-61. vehicle could move very rapidly. the vehicle warranty. Shift to You could lose control and hit R (Reverse) only after the vehicle people or objects. Do not shift Make sure the shift lever is fully in is stopped. into a drive gear while the engine P (Park) before starting the engine. The vehicle has an automatic is running at high speed. transmission shift lock control R (Reverse): Use this gear to back up. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (24,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Downshifting the transmission in { Caution slippery road conditions could result Caution (Continued) in skidding. See “Skidding” under Shifting out of P (Park) or Loss of Control on page 9-5 damage the vehicle. Always N (Neutral) with the engine upshift when necessary while running at high speed may using DSC. { Caution damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by Spinning the tires or holding the DSC allows you to shift an the vehicle warranty. Be sure the vehicle in one place on a hill automatic transmission similar to a engine is not running at high using only the accelerator pedal manual transmission. To use the speed when shifting the vehicle. may damage the transmission. DSC feature: The repair will not be covered by 1. Move the shift lever to the left D (Drive): This position is for the vehicle warranty. If you are from D (Drive) to normal driving. It provides the best stuck, do not spin the tires. When M (Manual Mode). fuel economy. If you need more stopping on a hill, use the brakes power for passing, and you are: to hold the vehicle in place. If you do not move the shift lever forward or rearward, the vehicle . Going less than 35 mph will be in Sport Mode. When you (55 km/h), push the accelerator Manual Mode are in Sport Mode the vehicle pedal about halfway down. will still shift automatically. The . Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) Driver Shift Control (DSC) transmission may remain in a or more, push the accelerator all gear longer than it would in the the way down. { Caution normal driving mode based on braking, throttle input, and The transmission will shift down Driving with the engine at a high vehicle lateral acceleration. to a lower gear and have more rpm without upshifting while using power. Driver Shift Control (DSC), could (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (25,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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SPORT MODE ON will be 3. To return to Sport Mode from If shifting is prevented for any displayed in the DIC. See Ride M (Manual Mode), press and reason, the currently selected gear Control System Messages on briefly hold the shift lever will flash multiple times, indicating page 5-37. The word “sport” will forward. that the transmission has not shifted display below the odometer. The Gear position is indicated in the gears. gear position will also be bottom right corner of the display While in the DSC mode, the indicated in the tachometer. area in the instrument cluster. The transmission will automatically Within Sport Mode there is a number indicates the requested downshift when the vehicle comes further performance feature gear range when moving the shift to a stop. This will allow for more called Performance Mode Lift lever forward or rearward. power during take-off. Foot (PMLF) Mode. The feature While using the DSC feature, the When accelerating the vehicle from is activated automatically when vehicle will have firmer, quicker a stop in snowy and icy conditions, sports oriented driving is shifting. You can use this for sport you may want to shift into second detected, based on cornering driving or when climbing or gear. A higher gear ratio allows you and on/off throttle application. descending hills, to stay in gear to gain more traction on slippery PMLF allows the transmission to longer, or to downshift for more surfaces. hold the current gear instead of power or engine braking. upshifting when the throttle is lifted. The transmission will only allow you Fuel Economy Mode to shift into gears appropriate for the 2. To enter M (Manual Mode), press Driving habits can affect fuel vehicle speed and engine mileage. For driving tips to get the the shift lever forward to upshift revolutions per minute (rpm). The or rearward to downshift. best fuel economy possible, see transmission will not automatically Driving for Better Fuel Economy on An M will be displayed in shift to the next lower gear if the page 1-21. the DIC. engine rpm is too high, nor to the next higher gear when the maximum The vehicle may have a fuel engine rpm is reached. economy mode. When engaged, fuel economy mode can improve the vehicle's fuel economy. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (26,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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When fuel economy mode is on: Drive Systems . The transmission will upshift sooner, and downshift later. All-Wheel Drive . The torque converter will lock up Vehicles with this feature transfer sooner, and stay on longer. torque as required to the rear . The gas pedal will be less wheels. It is fully automatic, and sensitive. adjusts itself as needed for road conditions. . The vehicle's computers will more aggressively shut off fuel AWD system performance will be to the engine under deceleration. automatically reduced when you use the compact spare. To restore full . The engine operates at lower Pressing the eco button by the shift AWD operation and prevent rpm's in fuel economy mode, lever will engage fuel economy excessive wear on the system, which can increase noise and mode. When activated, the eco light replace the compact spare with a vibration. This is normal. in the instrument cluster will come full-size tire as soon as possible. on. See Fuel Economy Light on See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-24. Pressing the button a page 10-79. second time will turn fuel economy mode off. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (27,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a System (ABS) computer senses the wheels are Using ABS slowing down. If one of the wheels This vehicle has ABS, an advanced Do not pump the brakes. Just hold is about to stop rolling, the computer electronic braking system that helps the brake pedal down firmly and let will separately work the brakes at prevent a braking skid. ABS work. You may hear the ABS each wheel. pump or motor operating and feel When the vehicle begins to drive ABS can change the brake pressure the brake pedal pulsate. This is away, ABS checks itself. to each wheel, as required, faster normal. A momentary motor or clicking noise than any driver could. This can help might be heard while this test is Braking in Emergencies you steer around the obstacle while going on, and it might even be braking hard. ABS allows you to steer and brake noticed that the brake pedal moves at the same time. In many a little. This is normal. As the brakes are applied, the emergencies, steering can help computer keeps receiving updates more than even the very best on wheel speed and controls braking. braking pressure accordingly. Remember: ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too If there is a problem with ABS, this close to the vehicle in front of you, warning light stays on. See Antilock there will not be enough time to Brake System (ABS) Warning Light apply the brakes if that vehicle on page 5-20. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (28,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Parking Brake The system has a red parking brake The red parking brake status light status light and an amber parking will flash and then stay on once the brake warning light. See Electric EPB is fully applied. If the red Parking Brake Light on page 5-19 parking brake status light flashes and Service Electric Parking Brake continuously, then the EPB is only Light on page 5-20. There are also partially applied or there is a parking brake-related Driver problem with the EPB. A DIC Information Center (DIC) messages. message will display. Release the See Brake System Messages on EPB and try to apply it again. If the page 5-29. In case of insufficient light does not come on, or keeps electrical power, the EPB cannot be flashing, have the vehicle serviced. applied or released. Do not drive the vehicle if the red Before leaving the vehicle, check parking brake status light is flashing. the red parking brake status light to See your dealer. See Electric ensure that the parking brake is Parking Brake Light on page 5-19. The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) applied. If the amber parking brake warning switch is on the center console. The light is on, lift up on the EPB switch EPB can always be activated, even EPB Apply and hold it up. Continue to hold the if the ignition is off. To prevent switch until the red parking brake draining the battery, avoid repeated To apply the EPB: status light remains on. If the amber cycles of the EPB when the engine 1. Be sure the vehicle is at a parking brake warning light remains is not running. complete stop. on, see your dealer. 2. Lift up the EPB switch momentarily. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (29,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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If the EPB is applied while the The EPB is released when the red Automatic EPB Release vehicle is moving, the vehicle will parking brake status light is off. The EPB will automatically release if decelerate as long as the switch is If the amber parking brake warning the vehicle is running, placed into held up. If the switch is held up until light is on, release the EPB by gear, and an attempt is made to the vehicle comes to a stop, the pushing down on the EPB switch drive away. Avoid rapid acceleration EPB will remain applied. and holding it down. Continue to when the EPB is applied, to The vehicle may automatically apply hold the switch until the red parking preserve parking brake lining life. the EPB in some situations when brake status light is off. If either light If parking on a hill, or if the vehicle the vehicle is not moving. This is stays on after release is attempted, is pulling a trailer, see Driving normal, and is done to periodically see your dealer. Characteristics and Towing Tips on check the correct operation of the page 9-61. EPB system. { Caution If the EPB fails to apply, the rear Brake Assist wheels should be blocked to Driving with the parking brake on prevent vehicle movement. can overheat the brake system The Brake Assist feature is and cause premature wear or designed to assist the driver in EPB Release damage to brake system parts. stopping or decreasing vehicle To release the EPB: Make sure that the parking brake speed in emergency driving is fully released and the brake conditions. This feature uses the 1. Place the ignition in the ACC/ warning light is off before driving. stability system hydraulic brake ACCESSORY or ON/RUN control module to supplement the position. power brake system under 2. Apply and hold the brake pedal. conditions where the driver has quickly and forcefully applied the 3. Push down momentarily on the brake pedal in an attempt to quickly EPB switch. stop or slow down the vehicle. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (30,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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The stability system hydraulic brake After the driver completely stops Ride Control Systems control module increases brake and holds the vehicle in a complete pressure at each corner of the standstill on a grade, HSA will be vehicle until the ABS activates. automatically activated. During the Traction Control/ Minor brake pedal pulsation or transition period between when the Electronic Stability pedal movement during this time is driver releases the brake pedal and Control normal and the driver should starts to accelerate to drive off on a continue to apply the brake pedal as grade, HSA holds the braking System Operation the driving situation dictates The pressure for a maximum of The vehicle has a Traction Control Brake Assist feature will two seconds to ensure that there is System (TCS) and StabiliTrak®, an automatically disengage when the no rolling. The brakes will electronic stability control system. brake pedal is released or brake automatically release when the These systems help limit wheel slip pedal pressure is quickly accelerator pedal is applied within and assist the driver in maintaining decreased. the two-second window. It will not control, especially on slippery road activate if the vehicle is in a drive conditions. Hill Start Assist (HSA) gear and facing downhill, or if the vehicle is facing uphill and in TCS activates if it senses that any This vehicle has an HSA feature, R (Reverse). of the drive wheels are spinning or which may be useful when the beginning to lose traction. When this vehicle is stopped on a grade. This happens, TCS applies the brakes to feature is designed to prevent the the spinning wheels and reduces vehicle from rolling, either forward or engine power to limit wheel spin. rearward, during vehicle drive off. StabiliTrak activates when the vehicle senses a difference between the intended path and the direction the vehicle is actually traveling. StabiliTrak selectively applies braking pressure to any one of the Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (31,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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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 9-9 and “Turning the Systems safe to drive, but driving should be intended path. Trailer Sway Control Off and On” later in this section. adjusted accordingly. (TSC) is also on automatically when d the vehicle is started. See Trailer If comes on and stays on: Sway Control (TSC) on page 9-68. 1. Stop the vehicle. If cruise control is being used and 2. Turn the engine off and wait traction control or StabiliTrak begins 15 seconds. to limit wheel spin, cruise control will disengage. Cruise control may be 3. Start the engine. turned back on when road The indicator light for both systems Drive the vehicle. If d comes on conditions allow. is in the instrument cluster. This and stays on, the vehicle may need light will: Both systems come on more time to diagnose the problem. automatically when the vehicle is . Flash when TCS is limiting If the condition persists, see your started and begins to move. The wheel spin. dealer. systems may be heard or felt while . Flash when StabiliTrak is Turning the Systems Off they are operating or while activated. performing diagnostic checks. This and On is normal and does not mean there . Turn on and stay on when either is a problem with the vehicle. system is not working. It is recommended to leave both If either system fails to turn on or to systems on for normal driving activate, a message displays in the conditions, but it may be necessary Driver Information Center (DIC), to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets and d comes on and stays on to stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. indicate that the system is inactive The button for TCS and StabiliTrak and is not assisting the driver in is on the center stack. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (32,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak, Limited-Slip Rear Axle { Caution press and hold the button until g Vehicles with a limited-slip rear axle Do not repeatedly brake or the traction off light i and the can give more traction on snow, accelerate heavily when TCS is StabiliTrak OFF light g come on mud, ice, sand, or gravel. When off. The vehicle driveline could be and stay on in the instrument traction is low, this feature allows damaged. cluster. The appropriate message is the drive wheel with the most displayed in the DIC. See Ride traction to move the vehicle. The limited-slip rear axle also gives the To turn off only TCS, press and Control System Messages on page 5-37. driver enhanced control when release the g button. The traction cornering hard or completing a To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on off light i displays in the instrument maneuver, such as a lane change. cluster. The appropriate message is again, press and release the g displayed in the DIC. See Ride button. The traction off light i and Selective Ride Control Control System Messages on the StabiliTrak OFF light g in the The vehicle may have a ride control page 5-37. instrument cluster turn off. The system called Selective Ride To turn TCS on again, press and appropriate message is displayed in Control. The setting can be changed release the g button. The traction the DIC. See Ride Control System at any time. Based on road Messages on page 5-37. off light i displayed in the conditions, steering wheel angle, and the vehicle speed, the system instrument cluster will turn off. The Adding accessories can affect the automatically adjusts to provide the appropriate message is displayed in vehicle performance. See best handling while providing a the DIC. See Ride Control System Accessories and Modifications on smooth ride. The Tour and Sport Messages on page 5-37. page 10-3. modes will feel similar on a If TCS is limiting wheel spin when smooth road. the g button is pressed, the system Tour: Use for normal city and will not turn off until the wheels stop highway driving. This setting spinning. provides a smooth, soft ride. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (33,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Sport: Use where road conditions The Driver Information Center (DIC) Cruise Control or personal preference demand will display SPORT MODE ON more control. This setting provides when the Sport Mode has been more “feel,” or response to road activated. When the shift lever is { Warning conditions through increased moved to the right in D (Drive), the steering effort and suspension system will revert back to Tour Cruise control can be dangerous control. Transmission shift points Mode. See Manual Mode on where you cannot drive safely at and shift firmness are also page 9-24 under Automatic a steady speed. Do not use the enhanced. Transmission. cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. The vehicle is normally in the Tour If there is a problem detected with Mode. To switch from Tour Mode to Selective Ride Control, SERVICE Cruise control can be dangerous Sport Mode, move the shift lever to SUSPENSION SYSTEM displays on slippery roads. On such roads, the left while the transmission is in on the DIC. See Ride Control fast changes in tire traction can D (Drive). Sport Mode is System Messages on page 5-37. cause excessive wheel slip, and automatically engaged when the Driving should be adjusted you could lose control. Do not use shift lever is moved to the left. accordingly. cruise control on slippery roads. Moving the shift lever forward or rearward will put the transmission in the Manual (M) Mode. With cruise control, a speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 40 km/h (25 mph). If the brakes are applied, the cruise control disengages. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (34,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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® If the StabiliTrak system begins to J (On/Off): Press to turn the Setting Cruise Control limit wheel spin while using cruise system on and off. A white cruise If the cruise button is on when not in control, the cruise control control indicator appears in the use, it could get pressed and go into automatically disengages. See instrument cluster when cruise is cruise when not desired. Keep the Traction Control/Electronic Stability turned on. cruise control button off when cruise Control on page 9-30. If a collision is not being used. alert occurs when cruise control is +RES (Resume/Accelerate): activated, cruise control is Press the control up briefly to make 1. Press to turn the cruise the vehicle resume to a previously J disengaged. See Forward Collision system on. Alert (FCA) System on page 9-49. set speed, or press and hold to When road conditions allow the accelerate. If cruise control is 2. Get up to the desired speed. cruise control to be safely used, you already active, use to increase 3. Move the control down to SET− can apply the cruise control again. vehicle speed. and release it. SET− (Set/Coast): Press the 4. Remove foot from the control down briefly to set the speed accelerator. and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already active, use to When the cruise control has been decrease vehicle speed. set to the desired speed, the green * cruise control indicator appears on (Cancel): Press to disengage the instrument cluster. cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. Resuming a Set Speed If the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied, the cruise control is disengaged without erasing the set speed from memory. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (35,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Once the vehicle speed reaches Reducing Speed While Cruise pressing the SET– button will result about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, Control is at a Set Speed in cruise control set to the current move the control up toward +RES If the cruise control system is vehicle speed. briefly. The vehicle returns to the already activated: previous set speed. Using Cruise Control on Hills . Move the control toward SET− How well the cruise control will work Increasing Speed While Cruise and hold until the desired lower on hills depends upon the vehicle Control is at a Set Speed speed is reached, then speed, load, and the steepness of If the cruise control system is release it. the hills. When going up steep hills, already activated: . To decrease the vehicle speed in you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the . Move the control up toward small increments, move the +RES and hold until the desired control toward SET− briefly. vehicle speed. When going speed is reached, then Each time this is done, the downhill, you might have to brake or release it. vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h shift to a lower gear to keep the (1 mph) slower. vehicle speed down. If the brake is . To increase vehicle speed in applied, the cruise control small increments, move the Passing Another Vehicle While disengages. control up toward +RES briefly Using Cruise Control Ending Cruise Control and then release it. Each time Use the accelerator pedal to this is done, the vehicle goes increase the vehicle speed. When There are three ways to end cruise about 1.6 km/h (1 mph) faster. you take your foot off the pedal, the control: vehicle will slow down to the . Step lightly on the brake pedal. previously set cruise speed. While pressing the accelerator pedal or . Press * on the steering wheel. shortly following the release to . To turn off the cruise control, override cruise control, briefly press J on the steering wheel. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (36,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Erasing Speed Memory If ACC is controlling your vehicle Warning (Continued) The cruise control set speed is speed when the traction control system (TCS) or electronic stabilty erased from memory if J is control system activates, the ACC you should be ready to take pressed or if the ignition is may automatically disengage. See action and apply the brakes. See turned off. Traction Control/Electronic Stability Defensive Driving on page 9-3. Control on page 9-30. When road Adaptive Cruise Control conditions allow ACC to be safely If equipped with Adaptive Cruise used, the ACC can be turned { Warning Control (ACC), it allows the driver to back on. select the cruise control set speed ACC will not engage if the TCS or Adaptive Cruise Control will not and following gap. Read this entire StabiliTrak electronic stability control detect or brake for children, section before using this system. system is disabled. pedestrians, animals, or other The following gap is the following objects. time between your vehicle and a { Warning vehicle detected directly ahead in Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control when: your path moving in the same ACC has limited braking ability direction. If no vehicle is detected in and may not have time to slow . On winding and hilly roads or your path, ACC works like regular the vehicle down enough to avoid when the sensors are cruise control. ACC uses camera a collision with another vehicle blocked by snow, ice, or dirt. and radar sensors. See Radio you are following. This can occur The system may not detect a Frequency Statement on when vehicles suddenly slow or vehicle ahead. Keep the page 13-15. stop ahead, or enter your lane. entire front of the vehicle clean. If a vehicle is detected in your path, Also see “Alerting the Driver” in ACC can apply acceleration or this section. Complete attention is (Continued) limited, moderate braking to always required while driving and maintain the selected following gap. (Continued) To disengage ACC, apply the brake. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (37,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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] (On/Off): Press to turn the could become active when not Warning (Continued) system on or off. A white cruise desired. Keep the cruise control off when cruise is not being used. . Visibility is low, such as in control indicator comes on. fog, rain, or snow conditions. +RES (Resume/Accelerate): Select the set speed desired for Adaptive Cruise Control Press the control up briefly to cruise. This is the vehicle speed performance is limited under resume to the previous set speed or when no vehicle is detected in its these conditions. hold upwards to accelerate. If cruise path slower than the set speed. . On slippery roads where fast control is already active, use to ACC will not set at a speed less changes in tire traction can increase vehicle speed. than 25 km/h (16 mph), although it cause excessive wheel slip. SET– (Set/Coast): Press the can be resumed when driving at control down briefly to set the speed lower speeds. and activate ACC. If cruise control is To set ACC: already active, use to decrease vehicle speed. 1. Press ]. * (Cancel): Press to disengage 2. Get up to the desired speed. ACC without erasing the set speed 3. Press and release the SET− from memory. control on the steering wheel. 3 (Follow Distance Gap): Press 4. Remove foot from the to select a following gap time (or accelerator. distance) setting for ACC of Far, Medium, or Near. After ACC is set, it may immediately apply the brakes if a vehicle ahead Setting Adaptive Cruise Control is detected closer than the selected If cruise control is on when not in following gap. use, the cruise control on/off control could get pressed and cruise control Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (38,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Increasing Speed While ACC is at When it is determined that there is a Set Speed no vehicle ahead or the vehicle If ACC is already activated, do one ahead is beyond the selected of the following: following gap, then the vehicle speed will increase to the set speed. . Use the accelerator to get to the higher speed. Press SET down. The speedometer reading can be The ACC indicator displays on the – Release the control and the displayed in either English or metric instrument cluster. When the ACC is accelerator pedal. The vehicle units. See Instrument Cluster on active, the indicator turns green. will now cruise at the higher page 5-10. The increment value Be mindful of speed limits, speed. used depends on the units surrounding traffic speeds, and displayed. When the accelerator pedal is weather conditions when selecting pressed, ACC will not brake Reducing Speed While ACC is at a the set speed. because it is overridden. Set Speed Resuming a Set Speed A warning message will appear If ACC is already activated, do one on the Driver Information Center If the ACC is set at a desired speed of the following: (DIC). See Cruise Control and then the brakes are applied, the . Messages on page 5-30. Use the brake to get to the ACC is disengaged without erasing desired lower speed. Press the set speed from memory. . Press and hold +RES up until SET– down and release the the desired set speed appears To begin using ACC again, press accelerator pedal. The vehicle on the display, then release it. +RES up briefly on the steering will now cruise at the lower wheel. The vehicle returns to the . To increase vehicle speed in speed. previous set speed. small increments, press +RES . Press and hold SET− down until up briefly. For each press, the the desired lower speed is vehicle goes to the next 1 km/h reached, then release it. (1 mph) faster mark on the speedometer. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (39,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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. To decrease the vehicle speed in When pressed, the current gap Alerting the Driver smaller increments, press SET− setting displays briefly on the down briefly. For each press, the instrument cluster. The gap setting vehicle goes to the next 1 km/h will be maintained until it is (1 mph) slower mark on the changed. speedometer. Since each gap setting corresponds The speedometer reading can be to a following time (Far, Medium, displayed in either English or metric or Near), the following distance will units. See Instrument Cluster on vary based on vehicle speed. The page 5-10. The increment value faster the vehicle speed, the further used depends on the units back your vehicle will follow a displayed. vehicle detected ahead. Consider Selecting the Follow Distance traffic and weather conditions when selecting the following gap. The When a slower moving vehicle is range of selectable gaps may not be If ACC is engaged, driver action detected ahead within the selected appropriate for all drivers and may be required when ACC cannot following gap, ACC will adjust the driving conditions. apply sufficient braking because of vehicle's speed and attempt to approaching a vehicle too rapidly. maintain the follow distance gap Changing the gap setting selected. automatically changes the alert When this condition occurs, six red timing sensitivity (Far, Medium, lights will flash on the windshield Press 3 on the steering wheel to or Near) for the Forward Collision and either eight beeps will sound adjust the following gap. When Alert (FCA) feature. See Forward from the front, or both sides of the pressed, the current gap setting Collision Alert (FCA) System on Safety Alert Seat will pulse five displays briefly on the instrument page 9-49. times. See “Collision/Detection cluster. Subsequent presses cycle Systems” under Vehicle the gap button through three Personalization on page 5-40. settings: Far, Medium, or Near. See Defensive Driving on page 9-3. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (40,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Approaching and Following a lights will come on. The automatic ACC Automatically Disengages Vehicle braking may feel or sound different ACC may automatically disengage than if the brakes were applied and the driver will need to manually manually. This is normal. apply the brakes to slow the Stationary or Very Slow-Moving vehicle when: Objects . The sensors are blocked. . The Traction Control System { Warning (TCS) or electronic stability The vehicle ahead symbol is in the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) control system has activated or instrument cluster. may not detect and react to been disabled. The vehicle ahead symbol only stopped or slow-moving vehicles . There is no traffic and nothing to displays when a vehicle is detected ahead of you. For example, the detect on the side of the road. in your vehicle’s path moving in the system may not brake for a . There is a fault in the system. same direction. vehicle that it has never detected . The brakes get heated. If this symbol is not displaying, ACC moving. This can occur in will not respond to or brake to stop-and-go traffic or when a The ACC active symbol will not be vehicles ahead. vehicle suddenly appears due to displayed when ACC is no longer a vehicle ahead changing lanes. active. ACC automatically slows the vehicle Your vehicle may not stop and down and adjusts vehicle speed to Notification to Resume ACC follow the vehicle in front at the could cause a crash. Use caution when using ACC. Your complete ACC will maintain a follow time/ selected follow gap. The vehicle distance gap behind a detected speed increases or decreases to attention is always required while driving and you should be ready vehicle and slow your vehicle to a follow the vehicle in front of you, but stop behind that vehicle. will not exceed the set speed. It may to take action and apply the apply limited braking, if necessary. brakes. When braking is active, the brake Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (41,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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If the vehicle ahead has driven ACC Override { Warning away and ACC has not resumed, If using the accelerator pedal while the vehicle ahead symbol will flash ACC is active, a warning message as a reminder. In addition, the left If ACC has stopped the vehicle, and if ACC is disengaged, turned on the DIC will indicate that and right sides of the Safety Alert automatic braking will not occur. Seat will pulse three times, or three off, or canceled, the vehicle will no longer be held at a stop. The See Vehicle Messages on beeps will sound. See ”Alert Type” page 5-29. ACC will resume and “Go Notifier” in “Collision/ vehicle can move. When ACC is holding the vehicle at a stop, operation when the accelerator Detection Systems” under Vehicle pedal is not being pressed. Personalization on page 5-40. always be prepared to manually apply the brakes. When the vehicle ahead drives { Warning away, press +RES or the accelerator pedal to resume ACC. The ACC will not automatically If stopped for more than { Warning apply the brakes if your foot is two minutes or if the driver door is resting on the accelerator pedal. opened and the driver safety belt is Leaving the vehicle without You could crash into a vehicle unbuckled, the ACC automatically placing it in P (Park) can be ahead of you. applies the electric parking brake to dangerous. Do not leave the hold the vehicle. The electric vehicle while it is being held at a Curves in the Road parking brake status light will turn stop by ACC. Always place the on. See Parking Brake on vehicle in P (Park) and turn off page 9-28. To release the electric the ignition before leaving the { Warning parking brake, press the accelerator vehicle. pedal. On curves, ACC may not detect a vehicle ahead in your lane. You A DIC warning message may display indicating to shift to P (Park) could be startled if the vehicle before exiting the vehicle. See (Continued) Vehicle Messages on page 5-29. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (42,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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ACC may operate differently in a Warning (Continued) sharp curve. It may reduce the vehicle speed if the curve is too accelerates up to the set speed, sharp. especially when following a vehicle exiting or entering exit ramps. You could lose control of the vehicle or crash. Do not use ACC while driving on an entrance or exit ramp. Always be ready to ACC may detect a vehicle that is use the brakes if necessary. not in your lane and apply the brakes. ACC may occasionally provide an { Warning alert and/or braking that is When following a vehicle and considered unnecessary. It could On curves, ACC may respond to entering a curve, ACC may not respond to vehicles in different a vehicle in another lane, or may detect the vehicle ahead and lanes, signs, guardrails, and other not have time to react to a vehicle accelerate to the set speed. When stationary objects when entering or this happens the vehicle ahead in your lane. You could crash into exiting a curve. This is normal symbol will not appear. a vehicle ahead of you, or lose operation. The vehicle does not control of your vehicle. Give extra need service. attention in curves and be ready to use the brakes if necessary. Select an appropriate speed while driving in curves. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (43,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Other Vehicle Lane Changes Do Not Use ACC on Hills and Erasing Speed Memory When Towing a Trailer The cruise control set speed is erased from memory if ] is pressed or if the ignition is turned off. Cleaning the Sensing System The camera sensor on the back of the rearview mirror and the radar sensors on the front of the vehicle can become blocked by snow, ice, ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead dirt, or mud. These areas need to until it is completely in the lane. The Do not use ACC when driving on be cleaned for ACC to operate brake may need to be manually steep hills or when towing a trailer. properly. applied. ACC will not detect a vehicle in the lane while driving on steep hills. The For cleaning instructions, see driver will often need to take over “Washing the Vehicle” under acceleration and braking on steep Exterior Care on page 10-87. hills, especially when towing a System operation may also be trailer. If the brakes are applied, the limited under snow, heavy rain or ACC disengages. road spray conditions. Ending ACC There are three ways to end ACC: . Step lightly on the brake pedal.

. Press *.

. Press ]. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (44,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Audible or Safety Alert Seat Driver Assistance Warning (Continued) Systems Some driver assistance features Under many conditions, these alert the driver of obstacles by This vehicle may have features that systems will not: beeping. To change the volume of work together to help avoid crashes the warning chime, see “Comfort . or reduce crash damage while Detect children, pedestrians, and Convenience” under Vehicle driving, backing, and parking. Read bicyclists, or animals. Personalization on page 5-40. this entire section before using . Detect vehicles or objects If equipped with the Safety Alert these systems. outside the area monitored by Seat, the driver seat cushion may the system. provide a vibrating pulse alert { Warning . Work at all driving speeds. instead of beeping. To change this, see “Collision/Detection Systems” . Warn you or provide you with Do not rely on the Driver under Vehicle Personalization on enough time to avoid a crash. Assistance Systems. These page 5-40. systems do not replace the need . Work under poor visibility or for paying attention and driving bad weather conditions. Assistance Systems for safely. You may not hear or feel . Work if the detection sensor Parking or Backing alerts or warnings provided by is not cleaned or is covered these systems. Failure to use by ice, snow, mud, or dirt. When the vehicle is in R (Reverse), proper care when driving may the Rear Vision Camera (RVC) and result in injury, death, or vehicle Complete attention is always Rear Parking Assist may help the damage. See Defensive Driving required while driving, and you driver to avoid a crash or to reduce on page 9-3. should be ready to take action crash damage while backing and and apply the brakes and/or steer parking. Some models may also (Continued) the vehicle to avoid crashes. have the Rear Automatic Braking and Backing Warning System, Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), and/or Front Parking Assist. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (45,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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When the vehicle is shifted into Displayed images may be farther or R (Reverse), the RVC displays an closer than they appear. The area image of the area behind the vehicle displayed is limited and objects that in the center stack display. are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper do not { Warning display. A warning triangle may display on The RVC system does not display the RVC screen to show where the children, pedestrians, bicyclists, Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist animals, or any other object (URPA) has detected an object. This located outside the camera's field triangle changes from amber to red of view, below the bumper, and increases in size the closer the or under the vehicle. Perceived 1. View Displayed by the Camera object. distances may be different from On vehicles with the Rear Cross actual distances. Do not back the Traffic Alert (RCTA), a triangle with vehicle using only the RVC an arrow may also display on the screen, during longer, higher RVC screen to warn of traffic speed backing maneuvers, coming from either direction. This or where there could be cross system detects objects coming from traffic. Failure to use proper care up to 20 m (65 ft) from the left or before backing may result in right side, behind the vehicle. When injury, death, or vehicle damage. an object is detected, either three Always check behind and around 1. View Displayed by the Camera beeps sound or three Safety Alert the vehicle before backing. Seat pulses occur on the left or right 2. Corners of the Rear Bumper side, depending on the direction of the detected vehicle. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (46,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Use caution while backing up when the Front Parking Assist system. As towing a trailer, as the RCTA Warning (Continued) the object gets closer, more bars detection zones that extend out light up. from the back of the vehicle do not speeds greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). To prevent injury, death, When an object is first detected in move further back when a trailer is the rear, one beep will be heard towed. or vehicle damage, even with parking assist, always check the from the rear, or both sides of the With Rear Park Assist, and if area around the vehicle and Safety Alert Seat will pulse two equipped with Front Park Assist, as check all mirrors before moving times. When an object is very close the vehicle moves at speeds of less (<0.6 m (2 ft) in the vehicle rear, forward or backing. than 8 km/h (5 mph) the sensors on or <0.3 m (1 ft) in the vehicle front), the bumpers detect objects up to five beeps will sound from the rear 2.5 m (8 ft) behind and 1.2 m (4 ft) in or front, or both sides of the Safety front of the vehicle within a zone Alert Seat will pulse five times. 25 cm (10 in) high off the ground Beeps for Front Parking Assist are and below bumper level. These higher pitched than for Rear Parking detection distances may be less Assist. during warmer or humid weather. Vehicles with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) have the Backing { Warning Warning System, which is designed to help avoid or reduce the harm The parking assist system does The vehicle may have an instrument caused by backing crashes. The not detect children, pedestrians, system can warn of rear objects bicyclists, animals, or objects cluster parking assist display with bars that show distance to object when backing up at speeds greater located below the bumper or that “ ” and object location information for than 8 km/h (5 mph). are too close or too far from the URPA, and on some vehicles, for The Backing Warning System will vehicle. It is not available at beep once from the rear when a (Continued) potential object threat is first Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (47,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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detected, or pulse twice on both sides of the Safety Alert Seat. When Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) the system detects a potential imminent crash, beeps will be heard System, always check the area The system, in some situations or from the rear, or five pulses will be around the vehicle and check all environments, may not brake or felt on both sides of the Safety Alert mirrors before backing. may not brake in time to avoid a Seat. There may also be a brief, crash. It does not detect children, sharp application of the brakes. Vehicles with Adaptive Cruise pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, Control (ACC) have the Rear or objects below the bumper or { Warning Automatic Braking system, which is that are too close or too far from designed to help avoid or reduce the vehicle. To prevent injury, The Backing Warning System the harm caused by backing death, or vehicle damage, even only operates at speeds greater crashes. If the system detects the with Rear Automatic Braking, than 8 km/h (5 mph). It does not vehicle is backing too fast to avoid a always check the area around the detect children, pedestrians, crash with a detected object, it may vehicle before and while backing. bicyclists, animals, or objects automatically brake hard to a stop. below the bumper or that are too Pressing the brake pedal after the close or too far from the vehicle. { Warning vehicle comes to a stop will release In some situations, such as at the Rear Automatic Braking. If the higher backing speeds, there may Rear Automatic Braking may not brake pedal is not pressed within not be enough time for the short, avoid many types of backing two seconds after the stop, the sharp application of the vehicle crashes. Do not wait for the electric parking brake is set. See brake system to occur. To prevent automatic braking to apply. This Parking Brake on page 9-28 to injury, death, or vehicle damage, system is not designed to replace release the electric parking brake. even with the Backing Warning driver braking, but only acts when When it is safe, pressing the the vehicle may not stop in time. (Continued) accelerator pedal firmly at any time (Continued) will override the Rear Automatic Braking. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (48,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Turning the Features On or Off The parking assist symbols, { Warning guidance lines, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) can be turned There may be instances where on or off through the Settings menu unexpected or undesired on the infotainment system. To turn automatic braking occurs. If this the symbols, guidance lines, happens, either press the brake or RCTA on or off: pedal or firmly press the accelerator pedal to release the 1. On the infotainment system, press the Settings screen brakes from the Rear Automatic The X button near the shift lever button, or turn the MENU knob Braking system. Before releasing is used to turn on or off the Front and Rear Parking Assist, Rear to highlight Settings and the brakes, check the RVC press MENU. screen and check the area Automatic Braking, and Backing around the vehicle to make sure it Warning System at the same time. 2. Select Rear Camera. The indicator light next to the button is safe to proceed. 3. Press Park Assist Symbols, comes on when the features are on Guidance Lines, or Rear Cross and turns off when the features Traffic Alert and then select OFF Turn off parking assist and Rear have been disabled. Automatic Braking when towing a or ON. trailer. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (49,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Assistance Systems for above 40 km/h (25 mph). If the FCA can be disabled with the FCA vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control steering wheel control, or if your Driving (ACC), it can detect vehicles to vehicle is equipped with Adaptive If equipped, when driving the distances of approximately 110 m Cruise Control (ACC), through vehicle forward, Forward Collision (360 ft) and operates at all speeds. vehicle personalization. See the Alert (FCA), Lane Departure See Adaptive Cruise Control on “Auto Collision Preparation” portion Warning (LDW), Side Blind Zone page 9-36. of “Collision/Detection Systems” Alert (SBZA), and/or the Active under Vehicle Personalization on Emergency Braking System can { Warning page 5-40. help to avoid a crash or reduce crash damage. FCA is a warning system and Detecting the Vehicle Ahead does not apply the brakes. When Forward Collision Alert approaching a slower-moving or (FCA) System stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, or when following a vehicle too If equipped, the FCA system may closely, FCA may not provide a help to avoid or reduce the harm warning with enough time to help caused by front-end crashes. When avoid a crash. FCA does not warn approaching a vehicle ahead too FCA warnings will not occur unless of pedestrians, animals, signs, quickly, FCA provides a red flashing the FCA system detects a vehicle guardrails, bridges, construction alert on the windshield and rapidly ahead. When a vehicle is detected, beeps or pulses the driver seat. barrels, or other objects. Be ready the vehicle-ahead indicator will FCA also lights an amber visual to take action and apply the display green. Vehicles may not be alert if following another vehicle brakes. For more information, see detected on curves, highway exit much too closely. Defensive Driving on page 9-3. ramps, or hills; or due to poor FCA detects vehicles within a visibility. FCA will not detect another distance of approximately 60 m vehicle ahead until it is completely (197 ft) and operates at speeds in the driving lane. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (50,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Collision Alert Tailgating Alert { Warning

FCA does not provide a warning to help avoid a crash, unless it detects a vehicle. FCA may not detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, or ice, or if the windshield is When your vehicle approaches The vehicle-ahead indicator will damaged. It may also not detect a another detected vehicle too rapidly, display amber when you are vehicle on winding or hilly roads, the red FCA display will flash on the following a detected vehicle ahead or in conditions that can limit windshield. Also, eight rapid much too closely. visibility such as fog, rain, high-pitched beeps will sound from Selecting the Alert Timing or snow, or if the headlamps or the front, or both sides of the Safety windshield are not cleaned or in Alert Seat will pulse five times. proper condition. Keep the When this Collision Alert occurs, the windshield, headlamps, and FCA brake system may prepare for driver sensors clean and in good repair. braking to occur more rapidly which can cause a brief, mild deceleration. Continue to apply the brake pedal as needed. Cruise control may be disengaged when the Collision Alert occurs.

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the farther away the alert will occur. front of the vehicle where radar Consider traffic and weather sensors are located, may correct conditions when selecting the alert the issue. timing. The range of selectable alert timing may not be appropriate for all Active Emergency drivers and driving conditions. Braking System If your vehicle is equipped with If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Control (ACC) it also has the Active changing the FCA timing setting Emergency Braking System, which automatically changes the following includes Intelligent Brake gap setting (Far, Medium, or Near). Assist (IBA) and the Automatic Without Adaptive Cruise Control Unnecessary Alerts Collision Preparation (ACP) System. These systems can provide a boost The Collision Alert control is on the FCA may provide unnecessary to braking or automatically brake the alerts for turning vehicles, vehicles steering wheel. Press 3 or [ on vehicle to help avoid or lessen the in other lanes, objects that are not severity of crashes. the steering wheel to set the FCA vehicles, or shadows. These alerts timing to far, medium, near, or on are normal operation and the Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) some vehicles, off. The first button vehicle does not need service. press shows the current setting on IBA may activate when the brake the DIC. Additional button presses Cleaning the System pedal is applied quickly by providing will change this setting. The chosen a boost to braking based on the If the FCA system does not seem to setting will remain until it is changed speed of approach and distance to operate properly, cleaning the and will affect the timing of both the a vehicle ahead. outside of the windshield in front of Collision Alert and the Tailgating the camera sensor on the back of Minor brake pedal pulsations or Alert features. The timing of both the rearview mirror, and cleaning the pedal movement during this time is alerts will vary based on vehicle normal and the brake pedal should speed. The faster the vehicle speed, continue to be applied as needed. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (52,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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IBA will automatically disengage only when the brake pedal is { Warning Warning (Continued) released. ACP is an emergency crash Complete attention is always preparation feature and is not required while driving, and you { Warning designed to avoid crashes. Do should be ready to take action IBA may increase vehicle braking not rely on ACP to brake the and apply the brakes and/or steer in situations when it may not be vehicle. the vehicle to avoid crashes. necessary. You could block the ACP may not: flow of traffic. If this occurs, take Brake Preparation . Respond to stopped vehicles, your foot off the brake pedal and pedestrians, or animals. When quickly approaching a vehicle then apply the brakes as needed. ahead, Brake Preparation reduces . Detect a vehicle ahead on winding or hilly roads. brake response time by having the Automatic Collision brake system prepared for driver Preparation (ACP) System . Detect a stopped or braking to occur more rapidly. slow-moving vehicle or other ACP may help reduce crash object ahead. Automatic Braking damage by applying the vehicle’s . Detect a vehicle when In some imminent front-end crash brake system and has a detection weather limits visibility, such situations, if the driver has not range of approximately 60 m as in fog, rain, or snow. In applied the brakes, Automatic (197 ft). Braking can only occur if a these situations, ACP sensor Braking applies the brakes to help vehicle is detected ahead in your performance is limited. reduce crash damage. It may even path. This is shown by the FCA help avoid some very low speed vehicle-ahead indicator being lit. (Continued) crashes. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System on page 9-49. Automatic Braking may slow the vehicle to a complete stop to try to avoid a potential crash. If this Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (53,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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happens, Automatic Braking may “Collision/Detection Systems” under engage the Electric Parking Brake Vehicle Personalization on { Warning (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a stop. page 5-40. To release the EPB, press the EPB SBZA does not alert the driver to vehicles rapidly approaching button. A firm press of the { Warning accelerator pedal will also release outside of the side blind zones, Automatic Braking and the EPB. Using the Automatic Collision pedestrians, bicyclists, Preparation System while towing or animals. It may not provide { Warning a trailer could cause you to lose alerts when changing lanes under control of the vehicle and crash. all driving conditions. Failure to Automatic Braking may Turn the system off when towing use proper care when changing automatically brake the vehicle in a trailer. lanes may result in injury, death, situations where it may be or vehicle damage. Before unnecessary. It could respond to making a lane change, always a turning vehicle ahead, Side Blind Zone check mirrors, glance over your guardrails, signs, and other Alert (SBZA) shoulder, and use the turn non-moving objects. This could signals. If equipped, the SBZA system is a be uncomfortable and startling. To lane-changing aid that assists override Automatic Braking, firmly drivers with avoiding crashes that press the accelerator pedal, if it is occur with vehicles in the side blind safe to do so. zone (or spot) areas. The SBZA warning display will light up in the Automatic Braking can be disabled corresponding outside side mirror or reduced through vehicle and will flash if the turn signal is on. personalization. See the “Auto Collision Preparation” portion of Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (54,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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SBZA Detection Zones over that is in the side blind zone. SBZA can be disabled through This indicates it may be unsafe to vehicle personalization. See change lanes. Before making a lane “Collision/Detection Systems” under change, check the SBZA display, Vehicle Personalization on check mirrors, glance over your page 5-40. If SBZA is disabled by shoulder, and use the turn signals. the driver, the SBZA mirror displays will not light up. When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly SBZA displays may not come on when passing a vehicle quickly or Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror when towing a trailer. The SBZA Display Display detection zones that extend back The SBZA sensor covers a zone of from the side of the vehicle do not approximately one lane over from When the vehicle is started, both move further back when a trailer is both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m outside mirror SBZA displays will towed. Use caution while changing (11 ft). The height of the zone is briefly come on to indicate the lanes when towing a trailer. SBZA approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) system is operating. When the may alert to objects attached to the and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. This vehicle is moving forward, the left- vehicle, such as a trailer, bicycle, zone starts at approximately the or right-side mirror display will light or object extending out to either side middle of the vehicle and goes back up if a vehicle is detected in that of the vehicle. This is normal system 5 m (16 ft). blind zone. If the turn signal is operation; the vehicle does not need activated in the same direction of a service. How the System Works detected vehicle, this display will flash as an extra warning not to SBZA may not always alert the The SBZA symbol lights up in the change lanes. driver to vehicles in the side blind side mirrors when the system zone, especially in wet conditions. detects a vehicle in the next lane The system does not need to be Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (55,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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serviced. The system may light up When SBZA is disabled for any Seat pulses will occur on the left or due to guardrails, signs, trees, reason other than the driver turning right side of the seat, depending on shrubs, and other non-moving it off, the Side Blind Zone Alert On the lane departure direction. LDW objects. This is normal system option will not be available on the will not warn if the turn signal is on operation; the vehicle does not need personalization menu. in the departure direction, or if a service. sharp maneuver is made. FCC Information SBZA may not operate when the SBZA sensors in the left or right See Radio Frequency Statement on { Warning corners of the rear bumper are page 13-15. covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice, The LDW system is an aid to help or slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For Lane Departure the vehicle stay in the driving cleaning instructions, see "Washing Warning (LDW) lane. It does not steer the vehicle. the Vehicle" under Exterior Care on The LDW system may not: page 10-87. If the DIC still displays If equipped, LDW may help avoid crashes due to unintentional lane . Provide enough time to avoid the system unavailable message a crash. after cleaning both sides of the departures. It may provide a vehicle toward the rear corners of warning if the vehicle is crossing a . Detect lane markings under the vehicle, see your dealer. detected lane marker without using bad weather conditions or if a turn signal in the lane departure the windshield is dirty. If the SBZA displays do not light up direction. LDW uses a camera . Detect lane markings and will when vehicles are in the blind zone sensor to detect the lane markings. not detect road edges. and the system is clean, the system It only operates at speeds of may need service. Take the vehicle 56 km/h (35 mph) or greater. . Warn that the vehicle is to your dealer. crossing a lane marking if the When the vehicle crosses a system does not detect the detected lane marking, the LDW lane marking. indicator will flash and either three beeps will be sounded from the left (Continued) or right side, or three Safety Alert Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (56,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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When the System Does Not Warning (Continued) Seem to Work Properly If LDW only detects lane If the LDW symbol does not appear markings on one side of the road, when the system is on and the it will only warn you when vehicle is traveling at least 56 km/h departing the lane on the side (35 mph): When the vehicle is started, the where it has detected a lane LDW indicator on the instrument . The lane markings on the road marker. Even with LDW, always cluster will come on briefly. may not be seen. keep your attention on the road . The camera sensor may be and maintain proper vehicle If LDW is on, the LDW indicator will blocked by dirt, snow, or ice. position within the lane, or vehicle appear green if the system detects damage, injury, or death could a left or right lane marking while . The windshield may be occur. Always keep the the vehicle is traveling at 56 km/h damaged. (35 mph) or greater. If the vehicle windshield clean and do not use . The weather may be limiting LDW in bad weather conditions. crosses a detected lane marking without using the turn signal in the visibility. lane departure direction, this This is normal operation; the vehicle How the System Works indicator will change to amber and does not need service. flash. In addition, three beeps will The LDW camera sensor is on the Lane markings may not be detected be sounded from the left or right windshield ahead of the rearview on curves, highway exit ramps, side, or the Safety Alert Seat will mirror. or hills; or due to poor visibility. pulse three times on either the left To turn LDW on and off, press @ or right side of the seat, depending If the LDW camera system does not near the shift lever. The control on the lane departure direction. seem to operate properly, cleaning indicator will light when LDW is on. the outside of the windshield in front of the camera sensor may correct the issue. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (57,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Recommended Fuel { Warning Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an Use regular unleaded gasoline with LDW does not provide a warning important part of the proper a posted octane rating of 87 or to help avoid a crash, unless it maintenance of this vehicle. When higher. If the octane rating is less detects the lane markings. LDW driving in the U.S., to help keep the than 87, an audible knocking noise may not detect the lane markings engine clean and maintain optimum may be heard. If this occurs, use a if the camera sensor is blocked vehicle performance, we gasoline rated at 87 octane or by dirt, snow, or ice, or if the recommend using TOP TIER higher as soon as possible. If heavy windshield is damaged. It may Detergent Gasolines. See knocking is heard when using also not detect a lane on winding www.toptiergas.com for a list of TOP gasoline with a higher octane rating, or hilly roads, or in conditions that TIER Detergent Gasolines. the engine needs service. can limit visibility such as fog, Use of Seasonal Fuels rain, or snow, or if the headlamps or windshield are not cleaned or Use summer and winter fuels in the appropriate season. Driving or in proper condition. Keep the starting could be affected if the windshield, headlamps, and incorrect fuel is used. Drive the camera sensors clean and in vehicle with the engine running until good repair. the fuel is a half tank or less, then refuel with the current seasonal fuel. LDW warnings may occur due to tar Prohibited Fuels marks, shadows, cracks in the road, or other road imperfections. This is Gasolines containing oxygenates, normal system operation; the such as ethers and ethanol, as well vehicle does not need service. as reformulated gasolines are available in some cities. If these gasolines comply with the previously described specification, Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (58,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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then they are acceptable to use. Gasoline Specifications vehicle may not pass a smog-check However, E85 and other fuels test. See Malfunction Indicator containing more than 15% ethanol At a minimum, gasoline should Lamp on page 5-16. If this occurs, must be used only in FlexFuel meet ASTM specification D 4814. return to your authorized dealer for vehicles. Some gasolines contain an diagnosis. If it is determined that the octane-enhancing additive called condition is caused by the type of methylcyclopentadienyl manganese { Caution fuel used, repairs may not be tricarbonyl (MMT). We recommend covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not use fuel containing against the use of gasolines methanol. It can corrode metal containing MMT. See “Prohibited Fuels in Foreign Fuels" in Recommended Fuel on parts in the fuel system and also page 9-57. Countries damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage would not be If planning to drive in countries covered under the vehicle California Fuel outside the U.S. or Canada, the warranty. Requirements proper fuel might be hard to find. Check regional auto club or fuel If the vehicle is certified to meet retail brand websites for availability Some gasolines that are California Emissions Standards, it is in the country where driving. Never not reformulated for low designed to operate on fuels that use leaded gasoline, fuel containing emissions can contain an meet California specifications. See methanol, or any other fuel not octane-enhancing additive called the underhood emission control recommended. Costly repairs methylcyclopentadienyl manganese label. If this fuel is not available in caused by use of improper fuel tricarbonyl (MMT). Do not use states adopting California Emissions would not be covered by the vehicle gasolines with MMT as they can Standards, the vehicle will operate warranty. reduce spark plug life and affect satisfactorily on fuels meeting emission control system federal specifications, but emission performance. The malfunction control system performance might indicator lamp may turn on. If this be affected. The malfunction occurs, see your dealer for service. indicator lamp could turn on and the Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (59,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Fuel Additives Filling the Tank Warning (Continued) To keep fuel systems clean, TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is { Warning . Fuel can spray out if the fuel recommended. See Fuel on cap is opened too quickly. page 9-57. Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn This spray can happen if the violently and can cause injury or tank is nearly full, and is If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is death. more likely in hot weather. not available, one bottle of Fuel . To help avoid injuries to you Open the fuel cap slowly and System Treatment PLUS, part wait for any hiss noise to stop number 88861013, added to the fuel and others, read and follow all the instructions on the fuel then unscrew the cap all tank at every engine oil change, can the way. help. Fuel System Treatment PLUS pump island. is the only gasoline additive . Turn off the engine when recommended by General Motors. refueling. It is available at your dealer. . Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from fuel. . Do not leave the fuel pump unattended. . Do not reenter the vehicle while pumping fuel. . Keep children away from the fuel pump and never let children pump fuel. (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (60,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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The tethered fuel cap is located diagnostic system can determine if behind a hinged fuel door on the the fuel cap has been left off or Caution (Continued) passenger side of the vehicle. To improperly installed. This would open the fuel door, push and allow fuel to evaporate into the emissions system. See release the rearward center edge of atmosphere. See Malfunction Malfunction Indicator Lamp on the door. Indicator Lamp on page 5-16. page 5-16. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly counterclockwise. { Warning Filling a Portable Fuel While refueling, hang the tethered If a fire starts while you are Container fuel cap from the hook on the refueling, do not remove the fuel door. nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by { Warning When reinstalling the cap, turn it shutting off the pump or by clockwise until it clicks once, notifying the station attendant. Filling a portable fuel container otherwise the malfunction indicator Leave the area immediately. while it is in the vehicle can cause lamp could turn on. See Malfunction fuel vapors that can ignite either Indicator Lamp on page 5-16. by static electricity or other means. You or others could be Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not { Caution badly burned and the vehicle top off or overfill the tank and wait a could be damaged. Always: few seconds after you have finished If a new fuel cap is needed, be pumping before removing the sure to get the right type of cap . Use approved fuel nozzle. Clean fuel from painted from your dealer. The wrong type containers. surfaces as soon as possible. See of fuel cap might not fit properly, . Remove the container from Exterior Care on page 10-87. might cause the malfunction the vehicle, trunk, or pickup When replacing the fuel cap, turn it indicator lamp to light, and could bed before filling. clockwise until it clicks once. Make damage the fuel tank and (Continued) sure the cap is fully installed. The (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (61,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Driving Characteristics Warning (Continued) Trailer Towing and Towing Tips . Place the container on the General Towing Driving with a Trailer ground. Information . Place the nozzle inside the fill When towing a trailer: Only use towing equipment that has opening of the container . been designed for the vehicle. Become familiar with the state before dispensing fuel, and Contact your dealer or trailering and local laws that apply keep it in contact with the fill dealer for assistance with preparing specifically to trailer towing. opening until filling is the vehicle for towing a trailer. Read . complete. Do not tow a trailer during the the entire section before towing a first 800 km (500 mi), to prevent . Fill the container no more trailer. damage to the engine, axle or than 95% full to allow for For towing a disabled vehicle, see other parts. expansion. Towing the Vehicle on page 10-84. . Then, during the first 800 km . Do not smoke, light matches, For towing the vehicle behind (500 mi) trailer towing, do not or use lighters while another vehicle such as a motor drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and pumping fuel. home, see Recreational Vehicle do not make starts at full throttle. Towing on page 10-84. . Avoid using cell phones or . The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). other electronic devices. Use a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often. . Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control when towing. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (62,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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. The Automatic Collision During the trip, check occasionally Preparation System should be Warning (Continued) to be sure that the load is secure set to “Off” when towing. See and the lamps and any trailer . Active Emergency Braking Also adjust the Climate brakes still work. System on page 9-51. Control system to a setting that brings in only outside air. Towing with a Stability Control . Turn off Park Assist when See “Climate Control towing. System Systems” in the Index. When towing, the sound of the { Warning For more information about stability control system might be Carbon Monoxide, see Engine heard. The system is reacting to the When towing a trailer, exhaust Exhaust on page 9-21. vehicle movement caused by the gases may collect at the rear of trailer, which mainly occurs during the vehicle and enter if the Towing a trailer requires a certain cornering. This is normal when liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most amount of experience. The towing heavier trailers. window is open. combination you are driving is Following Distance When towing a trailer: longer and not as responsive as the vehicle itself. Get acquainted with Stay at least twice as far behind the . Do not drive with the liftgate, the handling and braking of the rig vehicle ahead as you would when trunk/hatch, or rear-most before setting out for the open road. driving the vehicle without a trailer. window open. This can help to avoid situations Before starting, check all trailer hitch that require heavy braking and . Fully open the air outlets on parts and attachments, safety sudden turns. or under the instrument chains, electrical connectors, lamps, panel. tires, and mirrors. If the trailer has (Continued) electric brakes, start the combination moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes work. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (63,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Passing When turning with a trailer, make transmission is not shifted down, the wider turns than normal so the brakes might have to be used so More passing distance is needed trailer will not strike soft shoulders, much that they would get hot and no when towing a trailer. Because the curbs, road signs, trees or other longer work well. rig is longer, it is necessary to go objects. Use the turn signal well in farther beyond the passed vehicle The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). advance and avoid jerky or sudden before returning to the lane. Use a lower gear if the transmission maneuvers. shifts too often. Backing Up Turn Signals When Towing a When towing at high altitude on Hold the bottom of the steering Trailer steep uphill grades, engine coolant wheel with one hand. To move the The turn signal indicators on the boils at a lower temperature than at trailer to the left, move your hand to normal altitudes. If the engine is the left. To move the trailer to the instrument cluster flash whenever signaling a turn or lane change. turned off immediately after towing right, move your hand to the right. at high altitude on steep uphill Always back up slowly and, Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps also flash, telling other grades, the vehicle could show if possible, have someone signs similar to engine overheating. guide you. drivers the vehicle is turning, changing lanes, or stopping. To avoid this, let the engine run Making Turns while parked, preferably on level When towing a trailer, the arrows on ground, with the transmission in the instrument cluster flash for turns P (Park) for a few minutes before { Caution even if the bulbs on the trailer are turning the engine off. If the burned out. Check occasionally to overheat warning comes on, see Making very sharp turns while be sure the trailer bulbs are still Engine Overheating on page 10-17. trailering could cause the trailer to working. come in contact with the vehicle. The vehicle could be damaged. Driving on Grades Avoid making very sharp turns Reduce speed and shift to a lower while trailering. gear before starting down a long or steep downgrade. If the Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (64,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Parking on Hills 3. When the wheel chocks are in Maintenance When Trailer place, release the brake pedal Towing until the chocks absorb the load. { Warning The vehicle needs service more 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then often when pulling a trailer. See the Parking the vehicle on a hill with apply the parking brake and shift Maintenance Schedule on the trailer attached can be into P (Park). page 11-4. Things that are dangerous. If something goes 5. Release the brake pedal. especially important in trailer wrong, the rig could start to move. operation are automatic People can be injured, and both Leaving After Parking on a Hill transmission fluid, engine oil, axle the vehicle and the trailer can be 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal lubricant, belts, cooling system, and damaged. When possible, always while you: brake system. Inspect these before park the rig on a flat surface. and during the trip. . Start the engine. Check periodically to see that all If parking the rig on a hill: . Shift into a gear. hitch nuts and bolts are tight. 1. Press the brake pedal, but do . Release the parking brake. not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn 2. Let up on the brake pedal. the wheels into the curb if facing downhill or into traffic if facing 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is uphill. clear of the chocks. 2. Have someone place chocks 4. Stop and have someone pick up under the trailer wheels. and store the chocks. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (65,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Engine Cooling When Trailer Weight of the Trailer Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the Towing How heavy can a trailer safely be? tow vehicle and it has all the The cooling system may temporarily It depends on how the rig is used. required trailering equipment. The overheat during severe operating For example, speed, altitude, road weight of additional optional conditions. See Engine Overheating grades, outside temperature and equipment, passengers and cargo in on page 10-17. how much the vehicle is used to pull the tow vehicle must be subtracted a trailer are all important. It can from the maximum trailer weight. Trailer Towing depend on any special equipment Before pulling a trailer, there are on the vehicle, and the amount of three important considerations that tongue weight the vehicle can carry. have to do with weight: See “Weight of the Trailer Tongue” later in this section. . The weight of the trailer. . The weight of the trailer tongue. . The total weight on the vehicle's tires. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (66,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options.

Maximum Trailer Maximum Tongue Vehicle Weight GCWR* Weight 3.6L Engine, FWD without Trailering 1134 kg (2,500 lb) 3 185 kg (7,022 lb) 113 kg (250 lb) Package 3.6L Engine, FWD with Trailering Package 1 588 kg (3,500 lb) 3 640 kg (8,025 lb) 159 kg (350 lb) 3.6L Engine, AWD without Trailering 1134 kg (2,500 lb) 3 270 kg (7,209 lb) 113 kg (250 lb) Package 3.6L Engine, AWD with Trailering Package 1 588 kg (3,500 lb) 3 725 kg (8,212 lb) 159 kg (350 lb) *The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment and conversions. The GCWR for the vehicle should not be exceeded.

Ask your dealer for trailering curb weight of the vehicle, any the tongue load must be added to information or advice. cargo carried in it, and the people the GVW because the vehicle will who will be riding in the vehicle. be carrying that weight, too. See Weight of the Trailer Tongue If there are a lot of options, Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-10 The tongue load (1) of any trailer is equipment, passengers or cargo in for more information about the an important weight to measure the vehicle, it will reduce the tongue vehicle's maximum load capacity. because it affects the total gross weight the vehicle can carry, which weight of the vehicle. The Gross will also reduce the trailer weight the Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the vehicle can tow. If towing a trailer, Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (67,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or Towing Equipment the RGAWR (Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating). The effect of Hitches additional weight may reduce the It is important to have the correct trailering capacity more than the hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large total of the additional weight. trucks going by and rough roads are It is important that the vehicle does a few reasons why the right hitch is not exceed any of its ratings — needed. GCWR, GVWR, RGAWR, Maximum . The rear bumper on the vehicle Trailer Rating or Tongue Weight. is not intended for hitches. Do The only way to be sure it is not not attach rental hitches or other exceeding any of these ratings is to bumper-type hitches to it. Use If a weight-carrying hitch or a weigh the vehicle and trailer. only a frame-mounted hitch that weight-distributing hitch is being Total Weight on the Vehicle's does not attach to the bumper. used, the trailer tongue (1) should weigh 10-15 percent of the total Tires . Will any holes be made in the loaded trailer weight (2). Be sure the vehicle's tires are body of the vehicle when the inflated to the upper limit for cold trailer hitch is installed? If there After loading the trailer, weigh the are, then be sure to seal the trailer and then the tongue, tires. These numbers can be found on the Certification label or see holes later when the hitch is separately, to see if the weights are removed. If the holes are not proper. If they are not, adjustments Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-10. Make sure not to go over the GVW sealed, dirt, water, and deadly might be made by moving some carbon monoxide (CO) from the items around in the trailer. limit for the vehicle, or the GAWR, including the weight of the trailer exhaust can get into the vehicle. Trailering may be limited by the tongue. If using a weight distributing See Engine Exhaust on vehicle's ability to carry tongue hitch, make sure not to go over the page 9-21. weight. Tongue weight cannot cause rear axle limit before applying the the vehicle to exceed the GVWR weight distribution spring bars. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (68,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Hitch Cover To reinstall the hitch cover: Trailer Brakes 1. Hold the cover at a 45 degree A loaded trailer that weighs more angle to the vehicle and push than 450 kg (1,000 lb) needs to have the upper tabs in the hitch cover its own brake system that is into the slots in the fascia. adequate for the weight of the 2. Move the bottom of the cover trailer. Be sure to read and follow forward until the lower tabs line the instructions for the trailer brakes up with the lower fascia slots. so they are installed, adjusted and maintained properly. 3. Snap the hitch cover into place by pushing the upper corners Because the vehicle has anti-lock forward. brakes, do not tap into the vehicle's brake system. If you do, both brake 4. Turn the fasteners on the lower systems will not work well, or at all. tabs 90 degrees clockwise to The vehicle may have a hitch cover. lock the cover in place. To remove the hitch cover: Trailer Sway 1. Turn the fasteners on the lower Safety Chains Control (TSC) tabs 90 degrees Always attach chains between the The vehicle has a TSC feature as counterclockwise. vehicle and the trailer. Cross the part of the StabiliTrak system. 2. Lift the lower edge of the cover safety chains under the tongue of If TSC detects that the trailer is about 45 degrees. the trailer to help prevent the tongue swaying, the vehicle's brakes are from contacting the road if it automatically applied. 3. Pull the cover downward to becomes separated from the hitch. disengage the upper Always leave just enough slack so attachments. the rig can turn. Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (69,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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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. Add-On Electrical Before attempting to add anything Equipment electrical to the vehicle, see When TSC is applying the brakes, Servicing the Airbag-Equipped the TCS/StabiliTrak indicator light { Caution Vehicle on page 3-31 and Adding flashes to notify the driver to reduce Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped speed. If the trailer continues to Some electrical equipment can Vehicle on page 3-31. sway, StabiliTrak will reduce engine damage the vehicle or cause torque to help slow the vehicle. components to not work and TSC will not function if StabiliTrak is would not be covered by the turned off. See Traction Control/ warranty. Always check with your Electronic Stability Control on dealer before adding electrical page 9-30. equipment. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (70,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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2 NOTES Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Brakes ...... 10-20 Electrical System Vehicle Care Brake Fluid ...... 10-21 Electrical System Battery ...... 10-22 Overload ...... 10-33 General Information All-Wheel Drive ...... 10-23 Fuses and Circuit Starter Switch Check ...... 10-23 Breakers ...... 10-34 General Information ...... 10-2 Automatic Transmission Shift Engine Compartment Fuse California Proposition Lock Control Function Block ...... 10-34 65 Warning ...... 10-2 Check ...... 10-23 Instrument Panel Fuse California Perchlorate Park Brake and P (Park) Block ...... 10-37 Materials Requirements . . . . 10-3 Mechanism Check ...... 10-24 Rear Compartment Fuse Accessories and Wiper Blade Block ...... 10-39 Modifications ...... 10-3 Replacement ...... 10-24 Vehicle Checks Wheels and Tires Headlamp Aiming Tires ...... 10-42 Doing Your Own Headlamp Aiming ...... 10-26 Service Work ...... 10-3 All-Season Tires ...... 10-43 Winter Tires ...... 10-43 Hood ...... 10-4 Bulb Replacement Engine Compartment Summer Tires ...... 10-43 Bulb Replacement ...... 10-26 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...... 10-44 Overview ...... 10-5 Halogen Bulbs ...... 10-26 Tire Designations ...... 10-46 Engine Cover ...... 10-6 High Intensity Discharge Tire Terminology and Engine Oil ...... 10-7 (HID) Lighting ...... 10-26 Definitions ...... 10-46 Engine Oil Life System ...... 10-9 Headlamps ...... 10-27 Tire Pressure ...... 10-49 Automatic Transmission Turn Signal Lamps ...... 10-30 Tire Pressure for High-Speed Fluid ...... 10-10 Back-Up Lamps ...... 10-31 Operation ...... 10-51 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . 10-10 License Plate Lamp ...... 10-32 Tire Pressure Monitor Cooling System ...... 10-12 Replacement Bulbs ...... 10-33 System ...... 10-51 Engine Coolant ...... 10-13 Tire Pressure Monitor Engine Overheating ...... 10-17 Operation ...... 10-52 Power Steering Fluid ...... 10-18 Tire Inspection ...... 10-55 Washer Fluid ...... 10-19 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Tire Rotation ...... 10-56 Jump Starting General Information When It Is Time for New Jump Starting ...... 10-80 Tires ...... 10-57 For service and parts needs, visit Buying New Tires ...... 10-58 Towing the Vehicle your dealer. You will receive Different Size Tires and Towing the Vehicle ...... 10-84 genuine GM parts and GM-trained Wheels ...... 10-59 Recreational Vehicle and supported service people. Towing ...... 10-84 Uniform Tire Quality Genuine GM parts have one of Grading ...... 10-60 Appearance Care these marks: Wheel Alignment and Tire Exterior Care ...... 10-87 Balance ...... 10-61 Interior Care ...... 10-92 Wheel Replacement ...... 10-62 Floor Mats ...... 10-95 Tire Chains ...... 10-62 If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 10-63 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ...... 10-65 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ...... 10-72 Tire Changing ...... 10-73 Compact Spare Tire ...... 10-79

California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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cause cancer and birth defects or handling, emissions systems, Vehicle Checks other reproductive harm. Engine aerodynamics, durability, and exhaust, many parts and systems, electronic systems like antilock many fluids, and some component brakes, traction control, and stability Doing Your Own wear by-products contain and/or control. These accessories or Service Work emit these chemicals. modifications could even cause malfunction or damage not covered { Warning California Perchlorate by the vehicle warranty. Materials Requirements Damage to vehicle components It can be dangerous to work on resulting from modifications or the your vehicle if you do not have Certain types of automotive installation or use of non GM the proper knowledge, service applications, such as airbag ‐ certified parts, including control manual, tools, or parts. Always initiators, safety belt pretensioners, module or software modifications, is follow owner manual procedures and lithium batteries contained in not covered under the terms of the and consult the service manual Remote Keyless Entry transmitters, vehicle warranty and may affect for your vehicle before doing any may contain perchlorate materials. remaining warranty coverage for service work. Special handling may be necessary. affected parts. For additional information, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ GM Accessories are designed to If doing some of your own service perchlorate. complement and function with other work, use the proper service systems on the vehicle. See your manual. It tells you much more Accessories and dealer to accessorize the vehicle about how to service the vehicle Modifications using genuine GM Accessories than this manual can. To order the installed by a dealer technician. proper service manual, see Service Adding non‐dealer accessories or Also, see Adding Equipment to the Publications Ordering Information making modifications to the vehicle Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on on page 13-11. can affect vehicle performance and page 3-31. safety, including such things as airbags, braking, stability, ride and Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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This vehicle has an airbag system. Hood Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing the To open the hood: Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 3-31. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Maintenance Records on page 11-15.

{ Caution 2. Move the secondary hood Even small amounts of release lever up to release the contamination can cause damage striker. The lever is located near to vehicle systems. Do not allow the middle of the hood. 1. Pull the release handle with the contaminants to contact the fluids, 3. Lift the hood. reservoir caps, or dipsticks. above symbol on it. It is located below the instrument panel to Before closing the hood, be sure all the left of the steering wheel. the filler caps are on properly. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Engine Compartment Overview Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

10-6 Vehicle Care

1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on 8. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Engine Cover page 10-10. Pressure Cap. See Engine 2. Power Steering Reservoir and Coolant on page 10-13. Cap (Under Engine Cover). See 9. Battery (Out of View). See Power Steering Fluid on Battery on page 10-22. page 10-18. 10. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. 3. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine See Jump Starting on Oil on page 10-7. page 10-80. 4. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of 11. Remote Negative (−) Terminal View). See Engine Oil on (Out of View). See Jump page 10-7. Starting on page 10-80. 5. Engine Cover on page 10-6. 12. Engine Compartment Fuse 6. Transmission Fluid Cap and Block on page 10-34. 1. Oil Fill Cap Dipstick (Out of View). See 13. Windshield Washer Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid on Reservoir. See Washer Fluid 2. Engine Cover Bolt page 10-10. on page 10-19. 3. Engine Cover 7. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See To remove: Brakes on page 10-20. 1. Remove the oil fill cap (1). 2. Remove the engine cover bolt (2). 3. Raise the engine cover (3) to release from the retainers. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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4. Lift and remove the engine . Always dispose of engine oil cover. properly. See “What to Do with { Warning Used Oil” in this section. 5. Reverse Steps 1–4 to reinstall The engine oil dipstick handle engine cover. Checking Engine Oil may be hot; it could burn you. It is a good idea to check the engine Use a towel or glove to touch the Engine Oil oil level at each fuel fill. In order to dipstick handle. To ensure proper engine get an accurate reading, the vehicle performance and long life, careful must be on level ground. The 2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it attention must be paid to engine oil. engine oil dipstick handle is a loop. with a paper towel or cloth, then Following these simple, but See Engine Compartment Overview push it back in all the way. important steps will help protect on page 10-5 for the location of the Remove it again, keeping the tip your investment: engine oil dipstick. down, and check the level. . 1. If the engine has been running Always use engine oil approved When to Add Engine Oil to the proper specification and of recently, turn off the engine and the proper viscosity grade. See allow several minutes for the oil If the oil is below the cross-hatched “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” to drain back into the oil pan. area at the tip of the dipstick, add in this section. Checking the oil level too soon 1 L (1 qt) of the recommended oil after engine shutoff will not and then recheck the level. See . Check the engine oil level provide an accurate oil level “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” in regularly and maintain the reading. this section for an explanation of proper oil level. See “Checking what kind of oil to use. For engine Engine Oil” and “When to Add oil crankcase capacity, see Engine Oil” in this section. Capacities and Specifications on . Change the engine oil at the page 12-2. appropriate time. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10-9. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

10-8 Vehicle Care

Selecting the Right Engine Oil { Caution { Caution Selecting the right engine oil Do not add too much oil. Oil depends on both the proper oil Failure to use the recommended levels above or below the specification and viscosity grade. engine oil can result in engine acceptable operating range See Recommended Fluids and damage not covered by the shown on the dipstick are harmful Lubricants on page 11-13. vehicle warranty. Check with your to the engine. If you find that you Specification dealer or service provider on have an oil level above the whether the oil is approved to the Use and ask for licensed engine oils operating range, i.e., the engine ® dexos1 specification. has so much oil that the oil level with the dexos1 approved certification mark. Engine oils gets above the cross-hatched meeting the requirements for the Viscosity Grade area that shows the proper vehicle should have the dexos1 operating range, the engine could SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity approved certification mark. This grade for the vehicle. Do not use be damaged. You should drain certification mark indicates that the out the excess oil or limit driving other viscosity grade oils such as oil has been approved to the dexos1 SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. of the vehicle and seek a service specification. professional to remove the Cold Temperature Operation: In an excess amount of oil. area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below −29°C (−20°F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be See Engine Compartment Overview used. An oil of this viscosity grade on page 10-5 for the location of the will provide easier cold starting for engine oil fill cap. the engine at extremely low Add enough oil to put the level temperatures. When selecting an oil somewhere in the proper operating of the appropriate viscosity grade, range. Push the dipstick all the way always select an oil of the correct back in when finished. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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specification. See “Specification” containing used engine oil. See the When the system has calculated earlier in this section for more manufacturer's warnings about the that oil life has been diminished, it information. use and disposal of oil products. indicates that an oil change is Used oil can be a threat to the necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE Engine Oil Additives/Engine OIL SOON message comes on. See Oil Flushes environment. If you change your own oil, be sure to drain all the oil Engine Oil Messages on page 5-32. Do not add anything to the oil. The from the filter before disposal. Never Change the oil as soon as possible recommended oils with the dexos dispose of oil by putting it in the within the next 1 000 km (600 mi). specification and displaying the trash or pouring it on the ground, It is possible that, if driving under dexos certification mark are all that into sewers, or into streams or the best conditions, the oil life is needed for good performance and bodies of water. Recycle it by taking system might indicate that an oil engine protection. it to a place that collects used oil. change is not necessary for up to a year. The engine oil and filter must Engine oil system flushes are not be changed at least once a year recommended and could cause Engine Oil Life System and at this time the system must be engine damage not covered by the When to Change Engine Oil reset. Your dealer has trained vehicle warranty. service people who will perform this This vehicle has a computer system What to Do with Used Oil work and reset the system. It is also that indicates when to change the important to check the oil regularly Used engine oil contains certain engine oil and filter. This is based over the course of an oil drain elements that can be unhealthy for on a combination of factors which interval and keep it at the proper your skin and could even cause include engine revolutions, engine level. cancer. Do not let used oil stay on temperature, and miles driven. your skin for very long. Clean your Based on driving conditions, the If the system is ever reset skin and nails with soap and water, mileage at which an oil change is accidentally, the oil must be or a good hand cleaner. Wash or indicated can vary considerably. For changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) properly dispose of clothing or rags the oil life system to work properly, since the last oil change. the system must be reset every time Remember to reset the oil life the oil is changed. system whenever the oil is changed. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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How to Reset the Engine Oil Be careful not to reset the oil life Automatic Transmission Life System display accidentally at any time other than after the oil is Fluid Reset the system whenever the changed. It cannot be reset A transmission fluid leak is the only engine oil is changed so that the accurately until the next oil reason for fluid loss. If a leak system can calculate the next change. occurs, take the vehicle to your engine oil change. To reset the dealer and have it repaired as soon system: The oil life system can also be reset as follows: as possible. 1. Using the DIC controls on the Change the fluid and filter at the right side of the steering wheel, 1. Turn the ignition on with the engine off. intervals listed in Maintenance display REMAINING OIL LIFE Schedule on page 11-4, and be sure on the DIC. See Driver 2. Fully press and release the to use the fluid listed in Information Center (DIC) on accelerator pedal three times Recommended Fluids and page 5-26. When remaining oil within five seconds. Lubricants on page 11-13. life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL will appear on the display. See SOON message is not on, the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Oil Messages on system is reset. See Engine Compartment Overview page 5-32. The system is reset when the on page 10-5 for the location of the 2. Press SEL on the DIC controls CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON engine air cleaner/filter. and hold SEL down for a few message is off. seconds to clear the CHANGE If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON ENGINE OIL SOON message message comes back on when the and reset the oil life at 100%. vehicle is started, the engine oil life system has not been reset. Repeat the procedure. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the scheduled maintenance intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each 80 000 km (50,000 mi) interval. See Maintenance Schedule on page 11-4. If driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil change. How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 1. Air Duct Clamp 1. Cover Cut Outs To inspect the air cleaner/filter, 2. Electrical Connector 2. Air Filter Tabs remove the filter from the vehicle 3. Retaining Clips To inspect or replace the engine air and lightly shake the filter to release cleaner/filter: loose dust and dirt. If the filter remains covered with dirt, a new 1. Open the hood. See Hood on filter is required. Never use page 10-4. compressed air to clean the filter. 2. Locate the air filter housing on the front of the passenger side of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10-5. 3. Disconnect the outlet duct by loosening the air duct clamp (1). Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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4. Disconnect the electrical 9. Reconnect outlet duct to the connector (2). First, remove the cover and tighten the air duct { Caution connector lock clip at the bottom clamp (1). of the connector, then press on If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt 10. Reconnect the electrical can easily get into the engine, the top and bottom of the connector (2). Install connector connector to remove. which could damage it. Always lock clip to bottom of have the air cleaner/filter in place 5. Lift the retaining clips (3) on the connector. when you are driving. air filter housing. 6. Tilt and lift the cover slightly { Warning upward and slide the cover away Cooling System from outside edge of the vehicle. Operating the engine with the air Remove the air filter. cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air 7. To install the air filter, place filter cleaner not only cleans the air; it inside box where the pleats fit in helps to stop flames if the engine between the tabs inside the backfires. Use caution when lower box. Ensure that the cover working on the engine and do not cut outs (1) on both sides match the air filter tabs (2) on both drive with the air cleaner/filter off. sides. 8. Replace air cleaner cover by inserting the four tabs into the slots. Lower cover to meet bottom of the box. Place the 1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out retaining clips (3) on the of View) retention features and clip closed. 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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{ Warning { Warning { Caution

An electric engine cooling fan Heater and radiator hoses, and Using coolant other than under the hood can start up even other engine parts, can be very DEX-COOL® can cause when the engine is not running hot. Do not touch them. If you do, premature engine, heater core, and can cause injury. Keep you can be burned. or radiator corrosion. In addition, hands, clothing, and tools away Do not run the engine if there is a the engine coolant could require from any underhood electric fan. leak. If you run the engine, it changing sooner. Any repairs could lose all coolant. That could would not be covered by the If the coolant inside the coolant cause an engine fire, and you vehicle warranty. Always use surge tank is boiling, do not do could be burned. Get any leak DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant anything else until it cools down. fixed before you drive the vehicle. in the vehicle. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface. If there seems to be no leak, with Engine Coolant The coolant level should be the engine on, check to see if the The cooling system in the vehicle is between the MIN and MAX lines. engine cooling fan is running. If the filled with DEX-COOL® engine If it is not, the vehicle may have a engine is overheating, the fan coolant. This coolant needs to be leak at the radiator hoses, heater should be running. If it is not, the checked and replaced at hoses, radiator, water pump, vehicle needs service. Turn off the appropriate intervals. See or somewhere else in the cooling engine. Maintenance Schedule on system. page 11-4. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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The following explains the cooling Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, system and how to check and add drinkable water and DEX-COOL Caution (Continued) coolant when it is low. If there is a coolant. If using this mixture, problem with engine overheating, nothing else needs to be added. mixture can freeze and crack see Engine Overheating on This mixture: engine cooling parts. The repairs page 10-17. would not be covered by the . Gives freezing protection down vehicle warranty. Use only the What to Use to −37°C (−34°F), outside proper mixture of engine coolant temperature. for the cooling system. See { Warning . Gives boiling protection up to Recommended Fluids and 129°C (265°F), engine Lubricants on page 11-13. Adding only plain water or some temperature. other liquid to the cooling system . Protects against rust and can be dangerous. Plain water Never dispose of engine coolant by corrosion. putting it in the trash, pouring it on and other liquids, can boil before the ground, or into sewers, streams, the proper coolant mixture will. . Will not damage aluminum parts. or bodies of water. Have the coolant The coolant warning system is set . Helps keep the proper engine changed by an authorized service for the proper coolant mixture. temperature. center, familiar with legal With plain water or the wrong requirements regarding used mixture, the engine could get too { Caution coolant disposal. This will help hot but you would not get the protect the environment and your overheat warning. The engine If improper coolant mixture, health. could catch fire and you or inhibitors, or additives are used in others could be burned. Use a the vehicle cooling system, the 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable engine could overheat and be water and DEX-COOL coolant. damaged. Too much water in the (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Checking Coolant How to Add Coolant to the { Warning The vehicle must be on a level Coolant Surge Tank surface when checking the coolant Steam and scalding liquids from a level. { Caution hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. Never turn Check to see if coolant is visible in This vehicle has a specific the cap when the cooling system, the coolant surge tank. If the coolant coolant fill procedure. Failure to including the surge tank pressure inside the coolant surge tank is follow this procedure could cause boiling, do not do anything else until cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling the engine to overheat and be it cools down. If coolant is visible system and surge tank pressure severely damaged. but the coolant level is not at the cap to cool. indicated mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and If no problem is found, check to see DEX-COOL coolant at the coolant if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling surge tank. If coolant is visible but { Warning system is cool before this is done. the coolant level is not at the See Engine Overheating on indicated level mark, add a Adding only plain water or some page 10-17. 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable other liquid to the cooling system water and DEX-COOL coolant at the can be dangerous. Plain water The coolant surge tank is located in and other liquids, can boil before the engine compartment on the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling system, including the the proper coolant mixture will. driver side of the vehicle. See The coolant warning system is set Engine Compartment Overview on coolant surge tank pressure cap, is for the proper coolant mixture. page 10-5. cool before you do it. With plain water or the wrong mixture, the engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning. The engine (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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3. Fill the coolant surge tank with Warning (Continued) the proper mixture to the indicated level mark. could catch fire and you or others could be burned. Use a 4. With the coolant surge tank 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable pressure cap off, start the water and DEX-COOL coolant. engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. { Caution By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank In cold weather, water can freeze may be lower. If the level is 1. Remove the coolant surge tank and crack the engine, radiator, lower, add more of the proper pressure cap when the cooling heater core, and other parts. Use mixture to the coolant surge tank system, including the coolant the recommended coolant and until the level reaches the surge tank pressure cap and the proper coolant mixture. indicated level mark. upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. 5. Replace the pressure cap tightly. Turn the pressure cap slowly 6. Verify coolant level after the { Warning counterclockwise about engine is shut off and the You can be burned if you spill one-quarter of a turn. If you hear coolant is cold. If necessary, a hiss, wait for that to stop. This repeat coolant fill procedure coolant on hot engine parts. will allow any pressure still left to Steps 1 6. Coolant contains ethylene glycol – be vented out the If the coolant still is not at the and it will burn if the engine parts discharge hose. are hot enough. Do not spill proper level when the system coolant on a hot engine. 2. Keep turning the pressure cap cools down again, see your slowly and remove it. dealer. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Then check to see if the engine { Caution cooling fans are running. If the Warning (Continued) engine is overheating, both fans If the pressure cap is not tightly should be running. If they are not, Wait until there is no sign of installed, coolant loss and do not continue to run the engine steam or coolant before you open possible engine damage may and have the vehicle serviced. the hood. occur. Be sure the cap is properly If you keep driving when the and tightly secured. { Caution engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch fire. You or others Engine Overheating Running the engine without could be badly burned. Stop the coolant may cause damage or a engine if it overheats, and get out The vehicle has an indicator to warn fire. Vehicle damage would not be of the vehicle until the engine of engine overheating. covered by the vehicle warranty. is cool. There is an engine coolant temperature warning light on the If Steam Is Coming from the If No Steam Is Coming from vehicle's instrument cluster. See Engine Compartment Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge the Engine Compartment on page 5-13. If an engine overheat warning is { Warning If the decision is made not to lift the displayed but no steam can be seen hood when this warning appears, Steam from an overheated engine or heard, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine but instead get service help right can burn you badly, even if you can get a little too hot when the away. See Roadside Service on just open the hood. Stay away vehicle: page 13-5. from the engine if you see or hear If the decision is made to lift the steam coming from it. Just turn it . Climbs a long hill on a hot day. hood, make sure the vehicle is off and get everyone away from . Stops after high-speed driving. parked on a level surface. the vehicle until it cools down. (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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. Idles for long periods in traffic. If the warning continues, pull over, in this system could indicate a . Tows a trailer. stop, and park the vehicle problem. Have the system inspected right away. and repaired. If the overheat warning displays with no sign of steam: If there is no sign of steam, idle the How to Check Power Steering engine for three minutes while Fluid 1. Turn the air conditioning off. parked. If the warning is still 2. Turn the heater on to the highest displayed, turn off the engine until it To check the power steering fluid: temperature and to the highest cools down. 1. Turn the engine off and let the fan speed. Open the windows as engine compartment cool down. necessary. Power Steering Fluid 2. Remove the engine cover, 3. When it is safe to do so, pull off if required. See Engine Cover on the road, shift to P (Park) or page 10-6. N (Neutral), and let the engine idle. 3. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean. If the temperature overheat gauge is no longer in the overheat zone or an 4. Unscrew the cap and wipe the overheat warning no longer dipstick with a clean rag. displays, the vehicle can be driven. See Engine Compartment Overview 5. Replace the cap and completely Continue to drive the vehicle slowly on page 10-5 for reservoir location. tighten it. for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe When to Check Power Steering 6. Remove the cap again and look vehicle distance from the vehicle in Fluid at the fluid level on the dipstick. front. If the warning does not come back on, continue to drive normally It is not necessary to regularly The level should be within the HOT and have the cooling system check power steering fluid unless a mark. If necessary, add only enough checked for proper fill and function. leak is suspected in the system or fluid to bring the level within unusual noise is heard. A fluid loss the mark. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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What to Use below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against { Caution freezing. { Caution . Do not use engine coolant Adding Washer Fluid (antifreeze) in the windshield Use of the incorrect fluid may washer. It can damage the The WASHER FLUID LOW ADD damage the vehicle and the windshield washer system FLUID message appears on the damages may not be covered by and paint. the vehicle warranty. Always use Driver Information Center (DIC) . the correct fluid listed in when the fluid level is low. See Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Recommended Fluids and Washer Fluid Messages on Water can cause the solution Lubricants on page 11-13. page 5-39. to freeze and damage the washer fluid tank and other To determine what kind of fluid to parts of the washer system. use, see Recommended Fluids and . When using concentrated Lubricants on page 11-13. Always washer fluid, follow the use the proper fluid. manufacturer instructions for adding water. Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer . Fill the washer fluid tank only What to Use symbol on it. Add washer fluid up to three-quarters full when it is the fill mark. See Engine very cold. This allows for fluid When windshield washer fluid is Compartment Overview on expansion if freezing occurs, needed, be sure to read the page 10-5 for reservoir location. which could damage the tank manufacturer's instructions before if it is completely full. use. If operating the vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Brakes Some driving conditions or climates Replacing Brake System Parts can cause a brake squeal when the The braking system on a vehicle is This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brakes are first applied or lightly complex. Its many parts have to be brake pads have built-in wear applied. This does not mean of top quality and work well together indicators that make a high-pitched something is wrong with the brakes. warning sound when the brake pads if the vehicle is to have really good are worn and new pads are needed. Properly torqued wheel nuts are braking. The vehicle was designed The sound can come and go or be necessary to help prevent brake and tested with top-quality brake heard all the time when the vehicle pulsation. When tires are rotated, parts. When parts of the braking is moving, except when applying the inspect brake pads for wear and system are replaced, be sure to get brake pedal firmly. evenly tighten wheel nuts in the new, approved replacement parts. proper sequence to torque If this is not done, the brakes might specifications. See Capacities and { Warning not work properly. For example, Specifications on page 12-2. installing disc brake pads that are The brake wear warning sound Brake pads should be replaced as wrong for the vehicle, can change means that soon the brakes will complete sets. the balance between the front and not work well. That could lead to rear brakes — for the worse. The Brake Pedal Travel braking performance expected can a crash. When the brake wear change in many other ways if the warning sound is heard, have the See your dealer if the brake pedal wrong replacement brake parts are vehicle serviced. does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in installed. pedal travel. This could be a sign that brake service might be { Caution required. Continuing to drive with worn-out Brake Adjustment brake pads could result in costly Every time the brakes are applied, brake repair. with or without the vehicle moving, the brakes adjust for wear. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Brake Fluid . A fluid leak in the brake When the brake fluid falls to a low hydraulic system can also cause level, the brake warning light comes a low fluid level. Have the brake on. See Brake System Warning hydraulic system fixed, since a Light on page 5-19. leak means that sooner or later the brakes will not work well. What to Add Do not top off the brake fluid. Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid Adding fluid does not correct a leak. from a sealed container. See If fluid is added when the linings are Recommended Fluids and The brake master cylinder reservoir worn, there will be too much fluid Lubricants on page 11-13. is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as when new brake linings are indicated on the reservoir cap. See Always clean the brake fluid installed. Add or remove brake fluid, Engine Compartment Overview on reservoir cap and the area around as necessary, only when work is page 10-5 for the location of the the cap before removing it. This done on the brake hydraulic system. reservoir. helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the { Warning brake fluid level in the reservoir { Warning might go down: If too much brake fluid is added, it . The brake fluid level goes down can spill on the engine and burn, With the wrong kind of fluid in the because of normal brake lining if the engine is hot enough. You brake hydraulic system, the wear. When new linings are or others could be burned, and brakes might not work well. This installed, the fluid level goes the vehicle could be damaged. could cause a crash. Always use back up. Add brake fluid only when work is the proper brake fluid. done on the brake hydraulic system. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Battery Vehicle Storage { Caution Refer to the replacement number . Using the wrong fluid can shown on the original battery label { Warning badly damage brake when a new battery is needed. See Batteries have acid that can burn hydraulic system parts. For Engine Compartment Overview on you and gas that can explode. example, just a few drops of page 10-5 for battery location. mineral-based oil, such as You can be badly hurt if you are not careful. See Jump Starting on engine oil, in the brake { Warning hydraulic system can damage page 10-80 for tips on working brake hydraulic system parts Battery posts, terminals, and around a battery without so badly that they will have to related accessories contain lead getting hurt. be replaced. Do not let and lead compounds, chemicals someone put in the wrong known to the State of California to Infrequent Usage: Remove the kind of fluid. cause cancer and reproductive black, negative (−) cable from the . If brake fluid is spilled on the harm. Wash hands after handling. battery to keep the battery from vehicle's painted surfaces, running down. the paint finish can be Extended Storage: Remove the damaged. Be careful not to black, negative (−) cable from the spill brake fluid on the battery or use a battery trickle vehicle. If you do, wash it off charger. immediately. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (23,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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All-Wheel Drive 2. Apply both the parking brake 1. Before starting this check, be and the regular brake. sure there is enough room Transfer Case Do not use the accelerator around the vehicle. It should be Under normal driving conditions, pedal, and be ready to turn off parked on a level surface. transfer case fluid does not require the engine immediately if it 2. Apply the parking brake. Be changing or checking unless there starts. ready to apply the regular brake is a fluid leak or unusual noise. 3. Try to start the engine in each immediately if the vehicle begins If required, have the transfer case gear. The vehicle should start to move. serviced by your dealer. only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). 3. With the engine off, turn the If the vehicle starts in any other ignition on, but do not start the Starter Switch Check position, contact your dealer for engine. Without applying the service. regular brake, try to move the { Warning shift lever out of P (Park) with Automatic Transmission normal effort. If the shift lever When you are doing this Shift Lock Control moves out of P (Park), contact inspection, the vehicle could your dealer for service. move suddenly. If the vehicle Function Check moves, you or others could be injured. { Warning

When you are doing this 1. Before starting this check, be inspection, the vehicle could sure there is enough room move suddenly. If the vehicle around the vehicle. moves, you or others could be injured. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (24,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Park Brake and P (Park) . To check the P (Park) mechanism's holding ability: Caution (Continued) Mechanism Check With the engine running, shift to P (Park). Then release the occurs would not be covered by { Warning parking brake followed by the your warranty. Do not allow the regular brake. wiper arm to touch the windshield. When you are doing this check, Contact your dealer if service is the vehicle could begin to move. required. Front Wiper Blade You or others could be injured Replacement and property could be damaged. Wiper Blade Replacement Make sure there is room in front To replace the wiper blade of the vehicle in case it begins to Windshield wiper blades should be assembly: roll. Be ready to apply the regular inspected for wear or cracking. 1. Pull the windshield wiper brake at once should the vehicle It is a good idea to clean or replace assembly away from the begin to move. the wiper blade assembly on a windshield. regular basis or when worn. For Park on a fairly steep hill, with the proper windshield wiper blade vehicle facing downhill. Keeping length and type, see Maintenance your foot on the regular brake, set Replacement Parts on page 11-14. the parking brake. { Caution . To check the parking brake's holding ability: With the engine Allowing the wiper arm to touch running and the transmission in the windshield when no wiper N (Neutral), slowly remove foot blade is installed could damage pressure from the regular brake the windshield. Any damage that pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (25,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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2. Press the button in the middle of 2. Slide the cover toward the wiper 2. Push the release lever (2) to the wiper arm connector, and blade tip to unhook it from the disengage the hook and push pull the wiper blade away from blade assembly. the wiper arm (1) out of the the arm connector. 3. Remove the cover. blade assembly (3). 3. Remove the wiper blade. 4. After wiper blade replacement, 3. Push the new blade assembly securely on the wiper arm until 4. Reverse steps 1–3 for wiper ensure that the cover hook blade replacement. slides into the slot in the blade the release lever clicks into assembly. place. Rear Wiper Blade Replacement 5. Snap the cover down to secure. 4. Replace the wiper cover. The rear wiper blade and wiper arm have a cover for protection. The To remove the wiper blade: cover must be removed before the wiper blade can be replaced. To remove the cover:

1. Lift the wiper arm away from the 1. Slide a plastic tool under the window. cover and push upward to unsnap. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (26,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement High Intensity Discharge Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement (HID) Lighting should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, page 10-33. { Warning the headlamp aim may be affected. For any bulb changing procedure The high intensity discharge If adjustment to the headlamps is not listed in this section, contact lighting system operates at a very necessary, see your dealer. your dealer. high voltage. If you try to service any of the system components, Halogen Bulbs you could be seriously injured. Have your dealer or a qualified { Warning technician service them. Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you After an HID headlamp bulb has drop or scratch the bulb. You or been replaced, the beam might be a others could be injured. Be sure slightly different shade than it was to read and follow the instructions originally. This is normal. on the bulb package. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (27,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Headlamps 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 10-4.

{ Warning

Liquids from environment or Uplevel Headlamp Assembly (Rear spillage and/or tools placed on View Driver Side) top of or used in the underhood electrical center while the cover is Base Headlamp Assembly (Rear 1. High/Low-Beam Headlamp (To removed can pose a risk of View Passenger Side) be replaced at dealer only) electrical shock/burn to anyone in 1. Low-Beam Headlamp/Daytime 2. Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) the vicinity. These conditions can Running Lamp (DRL) 3. Turn Signal Lamp also cause damage to electrical 2. High-Beam Headlamp components on the vehicle. Keep liquids and tools away from the 3. Turn Signal Lamp underhood electrical center when the cover is removed. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (28,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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3. Lift the air cleaner/filter base to disengage from the three pins. Low-Beam Headlamps/Daytime Running Lamps (DRL), High-Beam Headlamps (Base)

2. Unlatch three clips and lift up the 2. From the back side of the underhood electrical center headlamp assembly, remove the cover to remove. bottom cap to replace the high-beam headlamp bulb. Passenger Side 3. Disconnect the electrical The removal of the air filter/cleaner connector. assembly and base is required for the replacement of one of these 1. From the back side of the 4. Remove the bulb socket from bulbs: headlamp assembly, remove the the headlamp assembly. top cap to replace the low-beam 5. Replace the bulb in the bulb 1. Open the hood. See Hood on headlamp/DRL bulb. page 10-4. socket. 2. Remove the air cleaner/filter 6. Install the bulb socket in the cover. See Engine Air Cleaner/ headlamp assembly. Filter on page 10-10. 7. Connect the electrical connector. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (29,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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8. Install the cap with the down Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) 6. Connect the electrical connector. arrow pointing down in the back (Uplevel) 7. Install the cap with the down of the headlamp assembly. arrow pointing down in the back 9. For the driver side, reinstall the of the headlamp assembly. underhood electrical center 8. For driver side, reinstall the cover by latching three clips. underhood electrical center 10. For the passenger side, cover by latching three clips. reinstall the air filter/cleaner 9. For passenger side, reinstall the assembly base by pushing to air filter/cleaner assembly base seat. Verify the base is seated by pushing to seat . Verify the securely, then install the engine base is seated securely, then air filter/cleaner assembly. install the engine air filter/ High/Low-Beam Headlamps cleaner assembly. (Uplevel) Front Turn Signal Lamp (Base The high/low beam headlamps on 1. From the back side of the and Uplevel) the uplevel are High Intensity headlamp assembly, remove the bottom cap to replace the To replace the front turn Discharge (HID) and should be signal lamp: replaced at the dealer. DRL bulb. 2. Disconnect electrical connector. 1. Remove the turn signal lamp bulb socket from the headlamp 3. Remove the DRL bulb socket assembly. from the headlamp assembly. 2. Remove the turn signal lamp 4. Replace the bulb in the bulb bulb from the socket. socket. 3. Replace the bulb in the bulb 5. Install the bulb socket in the socket. headlamp assembly. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (30,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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4. Install the bulb socket in the headlamp assembly. 5. For the driver side, reinstall the underhood electrical center cover by latching three clips. 6. For the passenger side, reinstall the air filter/cleaner assembly base by pushing to seat. Verify the base is seated securely, then install the engine air filter/ cleaner assembly. Turn Signal Lamps 2. Remove the push pin (1) on the 4. Remove the two screws from the taillamp cover (2). taillamp assembly. To replace one of these bulbs: 3. Remove the taillamp cover from 5. Pull the taillamp assembly 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate the lamp assembly by pulling straight back to remove. on page 2-13. rearward from the top to unfasten the snap tabs. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (31,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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11. Push the push pin to secure the taillamp cover. Back-Up Lamps To replace one of these bulbs: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 2-13.

6. Turn the turn signal lamp bulb 4. Remove the two screws from the socket counterclockwise to taillamp assembly. remove it from the taillamp 5. Pull the taillamp assembly assembly. straight back to remove. 7. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket. 8. Press a new bulb into the socket, insert it into the taillamp assembly, and turn the bulb 2. Remove the push pin (1) on the socket clockwise until it clicks. taillamp cover (2). 9. Reinstall the taillamp assembly 3. Remove the taillamp cover from and tighten the screws. the lamp assembly by pulling 10. Reinstall the taillamp cover by rearward from the top to snapping it into place. unfasten from the snap tabs. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (32,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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11. Push the push pin to secure the taillamp cover. License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 2-13.

6. Disconnect the wiring harness 4. Turn the bulb socket (1) connector from the back-up bulb/ counterclockwise to remove it socket assembly. from the lamp assembly (3). 7. Turn the back-up bulb socket 5. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of counterclockwise to remove it the bulb socket. from the taillamp assembly. 6. Push the replacement bulb 8. Install a new bulb/socket straight into the bulb socket and assembly into the taillamp Passenger Side Shown, Driver turn the bulb socket clockwise to assembly, and turn the bulb/ Side Similar install into the lamp assembly. socket clockwise until it clicks. 2. Push the left end of the lamp 7. Turn the lamp assembly into the 9. Reinstall the taillamp assembly assembly toward the right. liftgate, engaging the clip side and tighten the screws. first. 3. Turn the lamp assembly down to 10. Reinstall the taillamp cover by remove it from the liftgate. snapping it into place. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (33,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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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. Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in Overload some cases to remain off. Have the Replacement Bulbs headlamp wiring checked right away Bulb The vehicle has fuses and circuit if the lamps go on and off or Exterior Lamp Number breakers to protect against an remain off. electrical system overload. Back-up Lamp Hyperclick Windshield Wipers PH16W When the current electrical load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens If the wiper motor overheats due to Daytime 7443 ULL and closes, protecting the circuit heavy snow or ice, the windshield Running Lamp until the current load returns to wipers will stop until the motor cools Headlamp 9005LL normal or the problem is fixed. This and will then restart. High-Beam greatly reduces the chance of circuit Although the circuit is protected overload and fire caused by from electrical overload, overload Headlamp H11LL electrical problems. Low-Beam due to heavy snow or ice may Fuses and circuit breakers protect cause wiper linkage damage. License Plate Lamp W5WLL power devices in the vehicle. Always clear ice and heavy snow Turn Signal Front 7444NA from the windshield before using the Replace a bad fuse with a new one windshield wipers. Tail/Turn 7440 of the identical size and rating. If the overload is caused by an Signal Rear If there is a problem on the road and electrical problem and not snow or a fuse needs to be replaced, the ice, be sure to get it fixed. For replacement bulbs not listed same amperage fuse can be here, contact your dealer. borrowed. Choose some feature of the vehicle that is not needed to use and replace it as soon as possible. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (34,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Fuses and Circuit Fuses of the same amperage can Engine Compartment be temporarily borrowed from Breakers another fuse location, if a fuse goes Fuse Block The wiring circuits in the vehicle are out. Replace the fuse as soon as To remove the fuse block cover, protected from short circuits by a possible. press the clips on the cover and lift combination of fuses and circuit To identify and check fuses, circuit it straight up. breakers. This greatly reduces the breakers, and relays, see Engine chance of damage caused by Compartment Fuse Block on { Caution electrical problems. page 10-34, Instrument Panel Fuse To check a fuse, look at the Block on page 10-37, and Rear Spilling liquid on any electrical silver-colored band inside the fuse. Compartment Fuse Block on component on the vehicle may If the band is broken or melted, page 10-39. damage it. Always keep the replace the fuse. Be sure to replace covers on any electrical a bad fuse with a new one of the component. identical size and rating. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (35,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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J-Case Usage Fuses 26 Rear Electrical Center 2 41 Cooling Fan 2 42 Starter 45 Cooling Fan 1

Mini Fuses Usage 1 Engine Control Module Battery 2 Transmission Control Module Battery Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 Engine Control Module Run Crank The vehicle may not be equipped J-Case Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Fuses 7 Post-Catalytic features shown. Converter O2 24 Antilock Brake J-Case Usage Sensor System Pump Fuses 8 Pre-Catalytic 25 Rear Electrical 6 Wiper Converter O2 Center 1 Sensor 12 Vacuum Pump Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (36,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage 9 Engine Control 32 Battery Sense 54 Sensing Diagnostic Module Powertrain (Regulated Voltage Module Ignition Control) 10 Fuel Injectors 55 High-Beam – Even 33 Adaptive Forward Headlamp – Right Lighting/Adaptive 11 Fuel Injectors Odd 56 High-Beam – Headlamp Leveling Headlamp Left 13 Washer Module – 57 Ignition Steering 14 Heated Steering 35 Electronic Brake Column Lock Wheel Control Module 65 Trailer Right 15 Heads Up Display 36 Air Conditioning Stoplamp Compressor Clutch 16 Instrument Cluster/ 66 Trailer Left Stoplamp Malfunction Indicator 46 Low-Beam Lamp/Ignition Headlamp – Right 67 Spare 17 Air Quality Sensor 47 Low-Beam 68 Spare Headlamp Left 18 Headlamp Washer – 69 Spare 50 Front Fog Lamps 19 Transmission 70 Spare Control Module Run 51 Horn 71 Spare Crank 52 Fuel System Control 72 Spare 20 Rear Electrical Module Center Run Crank 53 Headlamp Level 30 Switch Back Light Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (37,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Mini Relays Usage Instrument Panel Fuse seats. To access the fuses, open the fuse panel door from the 7 Powertrain Block passenger side by pulling it out. 9 Cooling Fan 2 To reinstall the door, push the door 13 Cooling Fan 1 back into its original location. The vehicle may not be equipped 15 Run/Crank with all of the fuses, relays and features shown. Micro Usage Relays 2 Vacuum Pump 4 Wiper Control 5 Wiper Speed 10 Starter The instrument panel fuse block is 12 Cool Fan 3 located in the center console 14 Low Beam/HID between the driver and passenger

U Micro Usage Relays 3 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch 8 Headlamp Washer Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (38,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Mini Fuses Usage DISPLY Display S/ROOF Sunroof UHP Universal Handsfree Phone (If Equipped) RDO Radio APO – Auxiliary Power IP/CNSL Outlet – Instrument Panel/Console APO – CNSL Auxiliary Power Outlet – Floor Console BCM 1 Body Control Module 3 BCM 4 Body Control Module 4 BCM 7 Body Control Module 7 ONSTAR OnStar® System (If Instrument Panel Fuse Block Equipped) RAIN SNSR Rain Sensor Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (39,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Mini Fuses Usage J-Case Usage Rear Compartment Fuse Fuses BCM 6 Body Control Block Module 6 BCM 8 Body Control Module 8 ESCL Electronic Steering Column Lock FRT BLWR Front Blower AIRBAG Sensing and Diagnostic Module Relays Usage DLC Data Link LOGIC RLY/ Logistics Relay/ Connector SHUNT Shunt IPC Instrument Cluster RAP/ Retained ACCY RLY Accessory Power/ STR Steering Wheel Accessory Relay WHL SW Switch

BCM 3 Body Control Breakers Usage The rear compartment fuse block is Module 1 HTR DR Heated Driver Seat in the cargo area, on the driver side BCM 2 Body Control of the vehicle behind the lower trim Module 2 HTR PAS Heated panel. To open, turn the latch with a Passenger Seat flat bladed tool and pull the trim AMP/RDO Amplifier/Radio panel from the edges to fold it down. HVAC Heating Ventilation The vehicle may not be equipped & Air Conditioning with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (40,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Fuses Usage AOS MDL Automatic Occupant Sensing Module AUX PWR Auxiliary Power Outlet * BCM Body Control THEFT Module Theft CAMERA Rear Vision Camera CNSTR Canister Vent VENT DRV Driver Power Seat PWR SEAT EOCM/ External Object SBZA Calculating Module/ Side Blind Zone Alert FRT Front Heated Seats HTD SEAT FRT Front Ventilated VENT SEAT Seats Rear Compartment Fuse Block FUEL Fuel Pump PUMP HTD MIR Heated Mirror Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (41,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage IGN/ Ignition/Theft 1 REAR Rear Defog UGDO Universal Garage THEFT 1 DEFOG Door Opener IGN/ Ignition/Theft 2 REAR Rear Heated Seats VICS Vehicle Information THEFT 2 HTD SEAT Communications System (Export) INFOTMNT Infotainment REAR/WPR Rear Wiper WNDO Power Window * L/GATE Liftgate RT WDO Right Window

LGM Liftgate Module RPA MDL Rear Parking Assist Relays Usage Module LGM Liftgate Module DEFOG Rear Window LOGIC Logic SADS MDL Semi Active REAR Defogger Damping System MDL TRLR Trailer Module Module * FUEL Fuel Pump MIR Mirror Window PUMP * SEC Security WDO MDL Module LOGIC Logistic Relay SHUNT Shunt PRK Park Brake Module (Export) BRK MDL SPARE Not Used * RUN RLY Run Relay PASS DR Passenger Door SPARE Spare Fuses SPARE Not Used WDO SW Window Switch FUSES WPR Wiper Control PASS DR Passenger/Driver * TRLR EXP Trailer Export CONTRL PWR SEAT Power Seats TRLR Trailer Module PRK Trailer Park Lamps *Denotes uplevel content. * TRLR 2 Trailer 2 LPS TRLR RDM Rear Drive Module Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (42,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

10-42 Vehicle Care

Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)

Tires and a serious crash. See . Worn or old tires can Every new GM vehicle has Vehicle Load Limits on cause a crash. If the tread high-quality tires made by a page 9-10. is badly worn, replace them. leading tire manufacturer. See . Underinflated tires pose the warranty manual for the same danger as . Replace any tires that information regarding the tire overloaded tires. The have been damaged by warranty and where to get resulting crash could impacts with potholes, service. For additional cause serious injury. curbs, etc. Check all tires frequently information refer to the tire . Improperly repaired tires manufacturer. to maintain the can cause a crash. Only recommended pressure. the dealer or an { Warning Tire pressure should be authorized tire service checked when the tires center should repair, . Poorly maintained and are cold. improperly used tires are replace, dismount, and . dangerous. Overinflated tires are more mount the tires. likely to be cut, punctured, . Do not spin the tires in . Overloading the tires can or broken by a sudden cause overheating as a excess of 56 km/h impact — such as when (35 mph) on slippery result of too much flexing. hitting a pothole. Keep There could be a blowout surfaces such as snow, tires at the recommended mud, ice, etc. Excessive (Continued) pressure. spinning may cause the (Continued) tires to explode. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (43,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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See Tire Pressure for traction or performance as winter . Use only radial ply tires of the High-Speed Operation on tires on snow or ice-covered roads. same size, load range, and page 10-51 for inflation pressure See Winter Tires on page 10-43. speed rating as the original equipment tires. adjustment for high-speed driving. Winter Tires Winter tires with the same speed This vehicle was not originally rating as the original equipment tires may not be available for H, V, W, Y, All-Season Tires equipped with winter tires. Winter and ZR speed rated tires. If winter tires are designed for increased This vehicle may come with traction on snow and ice-covered tires with a lower speed rating are all-season tires. These tires are roads. Consider installing winter chosen, never exceed the tire's designed to provide good overall maximum speed capability. tires on the vehicle if frequent performance on most road surfaces driving on ice or snow covered and weather conditions. Original roads is expected. See your dealer Summer Tires equipment tires designed to GM's for details regarding winter tire specific tire performance criteria This vehicle may come with high availability and proper tire selection. have a TPC specification code performance summer tires. These Also, see Buying New Tires on molded onto the sidewall. Original tires have a special tread and page 10-58. equipment all-season tires can be compound that are optimized for identified by the last two characters With winter tires, there may be maximum dry and wet road of this TPC code, which will decreased dry road traction, performance. This special tread and be “MS.” increased road noise, and shorter compound will decrease tread life. After changing to winter performance in cold climates, and Consider installing winter tires on tires, be alert for changes in vehicle on ice and snow. We recommend the vehicle if frequent driving on handling and braking. installing winter tires on the vehicle snow or ice-covered roads is if frequent driving in cold expected. All-season tires provide If using winter tires: temperatures or on snow or ice adequate performance for most . Use tires of the same brand and covered roads is expected. See winter driving conditions, but they tread type on all four wheel Winter Tires on page 10-43. may not offer the same level of positions. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (44,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

10-44 Vehicle Care

Tire Sidewall Labeling and service description. See the digits represent the week “Tire Size” illustration later in this (01–52) and the last two digits, Useful information about a tire is section. the year. For example, the third molded into its sidewall. The week of the year 2010 would examples show a typical (2) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria have a four-digit DOT date passenger vehicle tire and a of 0310. compact spare tire sidewall. Specification) : Original equipment tires designed to (4) Tire Identification Number GM's specific tire performance (TIN) : The letters and numbers criteria have a TPC specification following the DOT (Department code molded onto the sidewall. of Transportation) code are the GM's TPC specifications meet or Tire Identification Number (TIN). exceed all federal safety The TIN shows the guidelines. manufacturer and plant code, (3) DOT (Department of tire size, and date the tire was Transportation) : The manufactured. The TIN is Department of Transportation molded onto both sides of the (DOT) code indicates that the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of (5) Tire Ply Material : The type (1) Tire Size : The tire size is a Transportation Motor Vehicle of cord and number of plies in combination of letters and Safety Standards. the sidewall and under the tread. numbers used to define a particular tire's width, height, DOT Tire Date of (6) Uniform Tire Quality aspect ratio, construction type, Manufacture : The last four Grading (UTQG) : Tire digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufacturers are required to manufactured date. The first two grade tires based on three Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (45,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Vehicle Care 10-45

performance factors: treadwear, (2) Temporary Use Only : The (4) Maximum Cold Inflation traction, and temperature compact spare tire or temporary Load Limit : Maximum load resistance. For more information use tire should not be driven at that can be carried and the see Uniform Tire Quality speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). maximum pressure needed to Grading on page 10-60. The compact spare tire is for support that load. (7) Maximum Cold Inflation emergency use when a regular (5) Tire Inflation : The Load Limit : Maximum load road tire has lost air and gone temporary use tire or compact that can be carried and the flat. If the vehicle has a compact spare tire should be inflated to maximum pressure needed to spare tire, see Compact Spare 420 kPa (60 psi). For more support that load. Tire on page 10-79 and If a Tire information on tire pressure and Goes Flat on page 10-63. inflation see Tire Pressure on (3) Tire Identification Number page 10-49. (TIN) : The letters and numbers (6) Tire Size : A combination of following the DOT (Department letters and numbers define a of Transportation) code are the tire's width, height, aspect ratio, Tire Identification Number (TIN). construction type, and service The TIN shows the description. The letter T as the manufacturer and plant code, first character in the tire size tire size, and date the tire was means the tire is for temporary manufactured. The TIN is use only. molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may Compact Spare Tire Example have the date of manufacture. (1) Tire Ply Material : The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (46,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

10-46 Vehicle Care

(7) TPC Spec (Tire (1) Passenger (P-Metric) radial ply construction; the Performance Criteria Tire : The United States letter D means diagonal or bias Specification) : Original version of a metric tire sizing ply construction; and the letter B equipment tires designed to system. The letter P as the first means belted-bias ply GM's specific tire performance character in the tire size means construction. criteria have a TPC specification a passenger vehicle tire (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of code molded onto the sidewall. engineered to standards set by the wheel in inches. GM's TPC specifications meet or the U.S. Tire and Rim exceed all federal safety Association. (6) Service Description : guidelines. These characters represent the (2) Tire Width : The three-digit load index and speed rating of Tire Designations number indicates the tire section the tire. The load index width in millimeters from represents the load carrying Tire Size sidewall to sidewall. capacity a tire is certified to The following is an example of a (3) Aspect Ratio : A two-digit carry. The speed rating is the typical passenger vehicle number that indicates the tire maximum speed a tire is tire size. height-to-width measurements. certified to carry a load. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 60, as shown in Tire Terminology and item 3 of the illustration, it would Definitions mean that the tire's sidewall is 60 percent as high as it is wide. Air Pressure : The amount of air inside the tire pressing (4) Construction Code : A outward on each square inch letter code is used to indicate of the tire. Air pressure is the type of ply construction in expressed in kPa (kilopascal) the tire. The letter R means or psi (pounds per square inch). Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (47,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Vehicle Care 10-47

Accessory Weight : The Cold Tire Pressure : The identify the tire manufacturer, combined weight of optional amount of air pressure in a tire, production plant, brand, and accessories. Some examples of measured in kPa (kilopascal) date of production. optional accessories are or psi (pounds per square inch) GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight automatic transmission, power before a tire has built up heat Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits windows, power seats, and air from driving. See Tire Pressure on page 9-10. conditioning. on page 10-49. GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Aspect Ratio : The Curb Weight : The weight of a Weight Rating for the front axle. relationship of a tire's height to motor vehicle with standard and See Vehicle Load Limits on its width. optional equipment including the page 9-10. maximum capacity of fuel, oil, Belt : A rubber coated layer of GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight cords between the plies and the and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. Rating for the rear axle. See tread. Cords may be made from Vehicle Load Limits on steel or other reinforcing DOT Markings : A code page 9-10. materials. molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in Intended Outboard Sidewall : Bead : The tire bead contains The side of an asymmetrical tire steel wires wrapped by steel compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation that must always face outward cords that hold the tire onto when mounted on a vehicle. the rim. (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. The DOT code Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic includes the Tire Identification unit for air pressure. tire in which the plies are laid at Number (TIN), an alphanumeric alternate angles less than designator which can also Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : 90 degrees to the centerline of A tire used on light duty trucks the tread. and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (48,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

10-48 Vehicle Care

Load Index : An assigned Occupant Distribution : Recommended Inflation number ranging from 1 to 279 Designated seating positions. Pressure : Vehicle that corresponds to the load Outward Facing Sidewall : manufacturer's recommended carrying capacity of a tire. The side of an asymmetrical tire tire inflation pressure as shown Maximum Inflation Pressure : that has a particular side that on the tire placard. See Tire The maximum air pressure to faces outward when mounted on Pressure on page 10-49 and which a cold tire can be inflated. a vehicle. The side of the tire Vehicle Load Limits on The maximum air pressure is that contains a whitewall, bears page 9-10. molded onto the sidewall. white lettering, or bears Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic Maximum Load Rating : The manufacturer, brand, and/or tire in which the ply cords that load rating for a tire at the model name molding that is extend to the beads are laid at maximum permissible inflation higher or deeper than the same 90 degrees to the centerline of pressure for that tire. moldings on the other sidewall the tread. of the tire. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Rim : A metal support for a tire Weight : The sum of curb Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A and upon which the tire beads weight, accessory weight, tire used on passenger cars and are seated. vehicle capacity weight, and some light duty trucks and Sidewall : The portion of a tire production options weight. multipurpose vehicles. between the tread and the bead. Normal Occupant Weight : Speed Rating : An The number of occupants a alphanumeric code assigned to vehicle is designed to seat a tire indicating the maximum multiplied by 68 kg (150 lb). See speed at which a tire can Vehicle Load Limits on operate. page 9-10. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (49,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Vehicle Care 10-49

Traction : The friction between The ratings are molded into the Tire Pressure the tire and the road surface. sidewall of the tire. See Uniform The amount of grip provided. Tire Quality Grading on Tires need the correct amount of page 10-60. air pressure to operate Tread : The portion of a tire effectively. that comes into contact with Vehicle Capacity Weight : The the road. number of designated seating { Caution Treadwear Indicators : Narrow positions multiplied by bands, sometimes called wear 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated Neither tire underinflation nor bars, that show across the tread cargo load. See Vehicle Load overinflation is good. of a tire when only 1.6 mm Limits on page 9-10. Underinflated tires, or tires (1/16 in) of tread remains. See Vehicle Maximum Load on the that do not have enough air, can result in: When It Is Time for New Tires Tire : Load on an individual tire on page 10-57. due to curb weight, accessory . Tire overloading and UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality weight, occupant weight, and overheating which could Grading Standards) : A tire cargo weight. lead to a blowout. information system that provides Vehicle Placard : A label . Premature or consumers with ratings for a permanently attached to a irregular wear. tire's traction, temperature, and vehicle showing the vehicle . Poor handling. treadwear. Ratings are capacity weight and the original determined by tire equipment tire size and . Reduced fuel economy. manufacturers using recommended inflation pressure. (Continued) government testing procedures. See “Tire and Loading Information Label” under Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-10. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (50,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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How the vehicle is loaded Remove the valve cap from the Caution (Continued) affects vehicle handling and ride tire valve stem. Press the tire Overinflated tires, or tires that comfort. Never load the vehicle gauge firmly onto the valve to have too much air, can with more weight than it was get a pressure measurement. result in: designed to carry. If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the recommended When to Check . Unusual wear. pressure on the Tire and . Poor handling. Check the tires once a month or Loading Information label, no more. Do not forget the compact further adjustment is necessary. . Rough ride. spare, if the vehicle has one. If the inflation pressure is low, . Needless damage from The cold compact spare tire add air until the recommended road hazards. pressure should be at 420 kPa pressure is reached. If the (60 psi). See Compact Spare inflation pressure is high, press The Tire and Loading Tire on page 10-79. on the metal stem in the center Information label on the vehicle How to Check of the tire valve to release air. indicates the original equipment Use a good quality pocket-type Recheck the tire pressure with tires and the correct cold tire gauge to check tire pressure. the tire gauge. inflation pressures. The Proper tire inflation cannot be Return the valve caps on the recommended pressure is the determined by looking at the tire. valve stems to prevent leaks minimum air pressure needed to Check the tire inflation pressure and keep out dirt and moisture. support the vehicle's maximum when the tires are cold, meaning load carrying capacity. See the vehicle has not been driven Vehicle Load Limits on for at least three hours or no page 9-10. more than 1.6 km (1 mi). Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (51,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Vehicle Care 10-51

Tire Pressure for Vehicles with P235/65R18, P235/ levels. The TPMS sensors monitor 55R20, or 235/55R20 size tires the air pressure in your tires and High-Speed Operation require inflation pressure adjustment transmit tire pressure readings to a when driving the vehicle at speeds receiver located in the vehicle. { Warning of 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher. Each tire, including the spare (if Set the cold inflation pressure to the provided), should be checked Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h maximum inflation pressure shown (100 mph) or higher, puts an monthly when cold and inflated to on the tire sidewall, or 260 kPa the inflation pressure recommended additional strain on tires. (38 psi), whichever is lower. Return Sustained high-speed driving by the vehicle manufacturer on the the tires to the recommended cold vehicle placard or tire inflation causes excessive heat buildup tire inflation pressure when pressure label. (If your vehicle has and can cause sudden tire failure. high-speed driving has ended. See tires of a different size than the size You could have a crash and you Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-10 indicated on the vehicle placard or or others could be killed. Some and Tire Pressure on page 10-49. tire inflation pressure label, you high-speed rated tires require The maximum load and inflation should determine the proper tire inflation pressure adjustment for pressure is molded on the tire inflation pressure for those tires.) high-speed operation. When sidewall, in small letters, near the speed limits and road conditions As an added safety feature, your rim flange. It will read something like vehicle has been equipped with a are such that a vehicle can be this: Maximum load tire pressure monitoring system driven at high speeds, make sure 690 kg (1521 lbs) 300 kPa (44 psi) (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire the tires are rated for high-speed Max. Press. pressure telltale when one or more operation, in excellent condition, of your tires is significantly and set to the correct cold tire Tire Pressure Monitor under-inflated. inflation pressure for the System vehicle load. Accordingly, when the low tire The Tire Pressure Monitor System pressure telltale illuminates, you (TPMS) uses radio and sensor should stop and check your tires as technology to check tire pressure soon as possible, and inflate them Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (52,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

10-52 Vehicle Care

to the proper pressure. Driving on a This sequence will continue upon Tire Pressure Monitor significantly under-inflated tire subsequent vehicle start-ups as causes the tire to overheat and can long as the malfunction exists. Operation lead to tire failure. Under-inflation When the malfunction indicator is This vehicle may have a Tire also reduces fuel efficiency and tire illuminated, the system may not be Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). tread life, and may affect the able to detect or signal low tire The TPMS is designed to warn the vehicle's handling and stopping pressure as intended. TPMS driver when a low tire pressure ability. malfunctions may occur for a variety condition exists. TPMS sensors are Please note that the TPMS is not a of reasons, including the installation mounted onto each tire and wheel substitute for proper tire of replacement or alternate tires or assembly, excluding the spare tire maintenance, and it is the driver's wheels on the vehicle that prevent and wheel assembly. The TPMS responsibility to maintain correct tire the TPMS from functioning properly. sensors monitor the air pressure in pressure, even if under-inflation has Always check the TPMS malfunction the tires and transmits the tire not reached the level to trigger telltale after replacing one or more pressure readings to a receiver illumination of the TPMS low tire tires or wheels on your vehicle to located in the vehicle. pressure telltale. ensure that the replacement or Your vehicle has also been alternate tires and wheels allow the equipped with a TPMS malfunction TPMS to continue to function indicator to indicate when the properly. system is not operating properly. See Tire Pressure Monitor The TPMS malfunction indicator is Operation on page 10-52. combined with the low tire pressure See Radio Frequency Statement on When a low tire pressure condition telltale. When the system detects a page 13-15. malfunction, the telltale will flash for is detected, the TPMS illuminates approximately one minute and then the low tire pressure warning light remain continuously illuminated. on the instrument cluster. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (53,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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tires to the recommended pressure A Tire and Loading Information shown on the Tire and Loading label, attached to your vehicle, Caution (Continued) Information label. See Vehicle Load shows the size of the original Limits on page 9-10. equipment tires and the correct vehicle warranty. Always use only the GM approved tire sealant A message to check the pressure in inflation pressure for the tires when they are cold. See Vehicle Load available through your dealer or a specific tire displays in the Driver included in the vehicle. Information Center (DIC). The low Limits on page 9-10, for an example tire pressure warning light and the of the Tire and Loading Information DIC warning message come on at label and its location. Also see Tire Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits each ignition cycle until the tires are Pressure on page 10-49. use a GM approved liquid tire inflated to the correct inflation The TPMS can warn about a low sealant. Using non-approved tire pressure. Using the DIC, tire tire pressure condition but it does sealants could damage the TPMS pressure levels can be viewed. For not replace normal tire sensors. See Tire Sealant and additional information and details maintenance. See Tire Inspection Compressor Kit on page 10-65 for about the DIC operation and on page 10-55, Tire Rotation on information regarding the inflator kit displays see Driver Information page 10-56 and Tires on materials and instructions. Center (DIC) on page 5-26. page 10-42. TPMS Malfunction Light and The low tire pressure warning light Message may come on in cool weather when { Caution the vehicle is first started, and then The TPMS will not function properly turn off as the vehicle is driven. This Tire sealant materials are not all if one or more of the TPMS sensors could be an early indicator that the the same. A non-approved tire are missing or inoperable. When the air pressure is getting low and sealant could damage the TPMS system detects a malfunction, the needs to be inflated to the proper sensors. TPMS sensor damage low tire warning light flashes for pressure. caused by using an incorrect tire about one minute and then stays on sealant is not covered by the for the remainder of the ignition cycle. A DIC warning message also (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (54,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

10-54 Vehicle Care

displays. The malfunction light and . One or more TPMS sensors are TPMS Sensor Matching DIC warning message come on at missing or damaged. The Process each ignition cycle until the problem malfunction light and the DIC is corrected. Some of the conditions message should go off when the Each TPMS sensor has a unique that can cause these to come TPMS sensors are installed and identification code. The identification on are: the sensor matching process is code needs to be matched to a new performed successfully. See tire/wheel position after rotating the . One of the road tires has been your dealer for service. vehicle’s tires or replacing one or replaced with the spare tire. The more of the TPMS sensors. The . spare tire does not have a Replacement tires or wheels do TPMS sensor matching process TPMS sensor. The malfunction not match the original equipment should also be performed after light and DIC message should tires or wheels. Tires and wheels replacing a spare tire with a road go off after the road tire is other than those recommended tire containing the TPMS sensor. replaced and the sensor could prevent the TPMS from The malfunction light and the DIC matching process is performed functioning properly. See Buying message should go off at the next successfully. See “TPMS Sensor New Tires on page 10-58. ignition cycle. The sensors are Matching Process” later in this . Operating electronic devices or matched to the tire/wheel positions, section. being near facilities using radio using a TPMS relearn tool, in the . The TPMS sensor matching wave frequencies similar to the following order: driver side front tire, process was not done or not TPMS could cause the TPMS passenger side front tire, passenger completed successfully after sensors to malfunction. side rear tire, and driver side rear. rotating the tires. The If the TPMS is not functioning See your dealer for service or to malfunction light and the DIC properly it cannot detect or signal a purchase a relearn tool. message should go off after low tire condition. See your dealer There are two minutes to match the successfully completing the for service if the TPMS malfunction first tire/wheel position, and sensor matching process. See light and DIC message comes on five minutes overall to match all four "TPMS Sensor Matching and stays on. tire/wheel positions. If it takes Process" later in this section. longer, the matching process stops and must be restarted. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (55,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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The TPMS sensor matching The horn sounds twice to signal matching process is no longer process is: the receiver is in relearn mode active. The TIRE LEARNING 1. Set the parking brake. and the TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message on the DIC ACTIVE message displays on display screen goes off. 2. Place the vehicle power mode in the DIC screen. ON/RUN/START. See Ignition 11. Shut the ignition off. Positions on page 9-15. 6. Start with the driver side 12. Set all four tires to the front tire. 3. Make sure the Tire Pressure info recommended air pressure display option is turned on. The 7. Place the relearn tool against level as indicated on the Tire info displays on the DIC can be the tire sidewall, near the valve and Loading Information label. turned on and off through the stem. Then press the button to Settings menu. See Driver activate the TPMS sensor. Tire Inspection A horn chirp confirms that the Information Center (DIC) on We recommend that the tires, page 5-26. sensor identification code has been matched to this tire and including the spare tire, if the 4. Use the five-way DIC control on wheel position. vehicle has one, be inspected the right side of the steering 8. Proceed to the passenger side for signs of wear or damage at wheel to scroll to the Tire least once a month. Pressure screen under the DIC front tire, and repeat Step 7. info page. See Driver 9. Proceed to the passenger side Replace the tire if: Information Center (DIC) on rear tire, and repeat Step 7. . The indicators at three or page 5-26. 10. Proceed to the driver side rear more places around the tire 5. Press and hold the SEL button tire, and repeat Step 7. The can be seen. in the center of the five-way DIC horn sounds two times to control. indicate the sensor . There is cord or fabric identification code has been showing through the tire's matched to the driver side rear rubber. tire, and the TPMS sensor Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (56,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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. The tread or sidewall is Anytime unusual wear is Do not include the compact cracked, cut, or snagged noticed, rotate the tires as soon spare tire in the tire rotation. deep enough to show cord or as possible, check for proper tire fabric. Adjust the front and rear tires to inflation pressure, and check for the recommended inflation . The tire has a bump, bulge, damaged tires or wheels. If the pressure on the Tire and or split. unusual wear continues after the Loading Information label after rotation, check the wheel . The tire has a puncture, cut, the tires have been rotated. See alignment. See When It Is Time Tire Pressure on page 10-49 or other damage that cannot for New Tires on page 10-57 be repaired well because of and Vehicle Load Limits on and Wheel Replacement on page 9-10. the size or location of the page 10-62. damage. Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System. See Tire Pressure Tire Rotation Monitor Operation on Tires should be rotated every page 10-52. 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See Check that all wheel nuts are Maintenance Schedule on properly tightened. See “Wheel page 11-4. Nut Torque” under Capacities Tires are rotated to achieve a and Specifications on uniform wear for all tires. The page 12-2. first rotation is the most important.

Use this rotation pattern when rotating the tires. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (57,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Vehicle Care 10-57

When It Is Time for New The rubber in tires ages over time. { Warning This also applies to the spare tire, Tires if the vehicle has one, even if it is Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Factors such as maintenance, never used. Multiple factors parts to which it is fastened, can temperatures, driving speeds, including temperatures, loading make wheel nuts become loose vehicle loading, and road conditions conditions, and inflation pressure after time. The wheel could come affect the wear rate of the tires. maintenance affect how fast aging off and cause an accident. When takes place. GM recommends that changing a wheel, remove any tires, including the spare if rust or dirt from places where the equipped, be replaced after six wheel attaches to the vehicle. In years, regardless of tread wear. The an emergency, a cloth or a paper tire manufacture date is the last four towel can be used; however, use digits of the DOT Tire Identification a scraper or wire brush later to Number (TIN) which is molded into remove all rust or dirt. one side of the tire sidewall. The first two digits represent the week (01–52) and the last two digits, the Lightly coat the center of the year. For example, the third week of wheel hub with wheel bearing the year 2010 would have a grease after a wheel change or four-digit DOT date of 0310. tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust build-up. Do not get Treadwear indicators are one way to tell when it is time for new tires. grease on the flat wheel Treadwear indicators appear when mounting surface or on the the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) wheel nuts or bolts. or less of tread remaining. See Tire Inspection on page 10-55 and Tire Rotation on page 10-56. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (58,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Vehicle Storage replacement tires are needed, Braking and handling Tires age when stored normally GM strongly recommends performance may be adversely mounted on a parked vehicle. Park buying tires with the same TPC affected if all the tires are not a vehicle that will be stored for at Spec rating. replaced at the same time. least a month in a cool, dry, clean GM's exclusive TPC Spec If proper rotation and area away from direct sunlight to system considers over a dozen maintenance have been done, slow aging. This area should be free all four tires should wear out at of grease, gasoline, or other critical specifications that impact the overall performance of the about the same time. See Tire substances that can deteriorate Rotation on page 10-56. rubber. vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, However, if it is necessary to Parking for an extended period can replace only one axle set of cause flat spots on the tires that traction control, and tire pressure monitoring worn tires, place the new tires may result in vibrations while on the rear axle. driving. When storing a vehicle for performance. GM's TPC Spec at least a month, remove the tires or number is molded onto the tire's Winter tires with the same speed raise the vehicle to reduce the sidewall near the tire size. If the rating as the original equipment weight from the tires. tires have an all-season tread tires may not be available for H, design, the TPC Spec number V, W, Y and ZR speed rated Buying New Tires will be followed by MS for mud tires. Never exceed the winter GM has developed and matched and snow. See Tire Sidewall tires’ maximum speed capability specific tires for the vehicle. The Labeling on page 10-44. when using winter tires with a original equipment tires installed GM recommends replacing worn lower speed rating. were designed to meet General tires in complete sets of four. Motors Tire Performance Criteria Uniform tread depth on all tires Specification (TPC Spec) will help to maintain the system rating. When performance of the vehicle. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (59,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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The Tire and Loading { Warning { Warning Information label indicates the Tires could explode during Using bias-ply tires on the original equipment tires on the improper service. Attempting vehicle may cause the wheel vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits to mount or dismount a tire rim flanges to develop cracks on page 9-10. could cause injury or death. after many miles of driving. Only your dealer or authorized A tire and/or wheel could fail Different Size Tires and tire service center should suddenly and cause a crash. Wheels mount or dismount the tires. Use only radial-ply tires with If wheels or tires are installed that the wheels on the vehicle. are a different size than the original equipment wheels and tires, vehicle If the vehicle tires must be performance, including its braking, { Warning ride and handling characteristics, replaced with a tire that does not Mixing tires of different sizes, stability, and resistance to rollover have a TPC Spec number, make may be affected. If the vehicle has brands, or types may cause sure they are the same size, electronic systems such as antilock loss of control of the vehicle, load range, speed rating, and brakes, rollover airbags, traction resulting in a crash or other construction (radial) as the control, electronic stability control, vehicle damage. Use the original tires. or All-Wheel Drive, the performance correct size, brand, and type of these systems can also be of tires on all wheels. Vehicles that have a tire affected. pressure monitoring system could give an inaccurate low-pressure warning if non-TPC Spec rated tires are installed. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10-51. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (60,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Treadwear 200 Traction AA must also conform to federal { Warning Temperature A safety requirements and If different sized wheels are used, The following information relates additional General Motors Tire there may not be an acceptable to the system developed by the Performance Criteria (TPC) level of performance and safety if United States National Highway standards. tires not recommended for those Traffic Safety Administration All Passenger Car Tires Must wheels are selected. This (NHTSA), which grades tires by Conform to Federal Safety increases the chance of a crash treadwear, traction, and Requirements In Addition To and serious injury. Only use GM temperature performance. This These Grades. specific wheel and tire systems applies only to vehicles sold in Treadwear developed for the vehicle, and the United States. The grades have them properly installed by a are molded on the sidewalls of The treadwear grade is a GM certified technician. most passenger car tires. The comparative rating based on the Uniform Tire Quality Grading wear rate of the tire when tested See Buying New Tires on (UTQG) system does not apply under controlled conditions on a page 10-58 and Accessories and to deep tread, winter tires, specified government test Modifications on page 10-3. compact spare tires, tires with course. For example, a tire Uniform Tire Quality nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), one-half (1½) times as well on Grading or to some limited-production the government course as a tire Quality grades can be found tires. graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends where applicable on the tire While the tires available on upon the actual conditions of sidewall between tread shoulder General Motors passenger cars their use, however, and may and maximum section width. For and light trucks may vary with depart significantly from the example: respect to these grades, they norm due to variations in driving Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (61,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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habits, service practices and Temperature overloaded. Excessive speed, differences in road The temperature grades are A underinflation, or excessive characteristics and climate. (the highest), B, and C, loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat Traction representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its buildup and possible tire failure. The traction grades, from ability to dissipate heat when highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, tested under controlled Wheel Alignment and Tire and C. Those grades represent conditions on a specified indoor Balance the tire's ability to stop on wet laboratory test wheel. Sustained pavement as measured under The tires and wheels were aligned high temperature can cause the controlled conditions on and balanced at the factory to material of the tire to degenerate provide the longest tire life and best specified government test and reduce tire life, and overall performance. Adjustments to surfaces of asphalt and excessive temperature can lead wheel alignment and tire balancing concrete. A tire marked C may to sudden tire failure. The grade are not necessary on a regular have poor traction performance. C corresponds to a level of basis. Consider an alignment check Warning: The traction grade if there is unusual tire wear or the performance which all assigned to this tire is based on vehicle is significantly pulling to one passenger car tires must meet straight-ahead braking traction side or the other. Some slight pull to under the Federal Motor Safety tests, and does not include the left or right, depending on the Standard No. 109. Grades B and acceleration, cornering, crown of the road and/or other road A represent higher levels of hydroplaning, or peak traction surface variations such as troughs performance on the laboratory or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is characteristics. test wheel than the minimum vibrating when driving on a smooth required by law. Warning: The road, the tires and wheels may need temperature grade for this tire is to be rebalanced. See your dealer established for a tire that is for proper diagnosis. properly inflated and not Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (62,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Wheel Replacement Used Replacement Wheels { Warning Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or Using the wrong replacement { Warning corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel Replacing a wheel with a used loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and nuts can be dangerous. It could one is dangerous. How it has wheel nuts should be replaced. affect the braking and handling of been used or how far it has been If the wheel leaks air, replace it. the vehicle. Tires can lose air, driven may be unknown. It could Some aluminum wheels can be and cause loss of control, causing fail suddenly and cause a crash. repaired. See your dealer if any of a crash. Always use the correct When replacing wheels, use a these conditions exist. wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel new GM original equipment nuts for replacement. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel. wheel that is needed. Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, { Caution Tire Chains diameter, width, offset, and be mounted the same way as the one it The wrong wheel can also cause { Warning replaces. problems with bearing life, brake Do not use tire chains. There is Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel cooling, speedometer or not enough clearance. Tire chains nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor odometer calibration, headlamp System (TPMS) sensors with new aim, bumper height, vehicle used on a vehicle without the GM original equipment parts. ground clearance, and tire or tire proper amount of clearance can chain clearance to the body and cause damage to the brakes, chassis. suspension, or other vehicle (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (63,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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If a Tire Goes Flat accelerator pedal and steer to Warning (Continued) straighten the vehicle. It may be It is unusual for a tire to blow out very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake parts. The area damaged by the while driving, especially if the tires to a stop, well off the road, tire chains could cause loss of are maintained properly. See Tires if possible. control and a crash. on page 10-42. If air goes out of a Use another type of traction tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. But if there is ever a { Warning device only if its manufacturer blowout, here are a few tips about Driving on a flat tire will cause recommends it for the vehicle's what to expect and what to do: tire size combination and road permanent damage to the tire. conditions. Follow that If a front tire fails, the flat tire Re-inflating a tire after it has been manufacturer's instructions. To creates a drag that pulls the vehicle driven on while severely avoid vehicle damage, drive slow toward that side. Take your foot off underinflated or flat may cause a and readjust or remove the the accelerator pedal and grip the blowout and a serious crash. traction device if it contacts the steering wheel firmly. Steer to Never attempt to re-inflate a tire maintain lane position, and then vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. that has been driven on while gently brake to a stop, well off the If traction devices are used, install severely underinflated or flat. road, if possible. them on the front tires. Have your dealer or an authorized A rear blowout, particularly on a tire service center repair or curve, acts much like a skid and replace the flat tire as soon as may require the same correction as possible. used in a skid. Stop pressing the Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (64,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

10-64 Vehicle Care

This vehicle may come with a jack { Warning { Warning and spare tire or a tire sealant and compressor kit. To use the jacking Lifting a vehicle and getting under Changing a tire can be equipment to change a spare tire it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous. The vehicle can slip safely, follow the instructions below. dangerous without the off the jack and roll over or fall Then see Tire Changing on appropriate safety equipment and causing injury or death. Find a page 10-73. To use the tire sealant training. If a jack is provided with level place to change the tire. To and compressor kit, see Tire the vehicle, it is designed only for help prevent the vehicle from Sealant and Compressor Kit on changing a flat tire. If it is used for moving: page 10-65. anything else, you or others could 1. Set the parking brake firmly. When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), be badly injured or killed if the use the following example as a vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack 2. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a guide to assist you in the placement is provided with the vehicle, only of wheel blocks (1). use it for changing a flat tire. manual transmission in 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 3. Turn off the engine and do If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire not restart while the vehicle and wheel damage by driving slowly is raised. to a level place, well off the road, if possible. Turn on the hazard 4. Do not allow passengers to warning flashers. See Hazard remain in the vehicle. Warning Flashers on page 6-6. 5. Place wheel blocks on both sides of the tire at the opposite corner of the tire being changed. 1. Wheel Block 2. Flat Tire Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (65,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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The following information explains If this vehicle has a tire sealant and how to repair or change a tire. { Warning compressor kit, there may not be a spare tire or tire changing Tire Sealant and Overinflating a tire could cause equipment, and on some vehicles the tire to rupture and you or Compressor Kit there may not be a place to store others could be injured. Be sure a tire. to read and follow the tire sealant { Warning and compressor kit instructions The tire sealant and compressor and inflate the tire to its can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to 6 mm (0.25 in) in Idling a vehicle in an enclosed recommended pressure. Do not the tread area of the tire. It can also area with poor ventilation is exceed the recommended be used to inflate an dangerous. Engine exhaust may pressure. enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust underinflated tire. contains carbon monoxide (CO) If the tire has been separated from which cannot be seen or smelled. the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, It can cause unconsciousness { Warning or has a large puncture, the tire is and even death. Never run the too severely damaged for the tire engine in an enclosed area that Storing the tire sealant and sealant and compressor kit to be has no fresh air ventilation. For compressor kit or other effective. See Roadside Service on more information, see Engine equipment in the passenger page 13-5. compartment of the vehicle could Exhaust on page 9-21. Read and follow all of the tire cause injury. In a sudden stop or sealant and compressor kit collision, loose equipment could instructions. strike someone. Store the tire sealant and compressor kit in its original location. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (66,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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The kit includes: 1. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air Replacement sealant canisters are or Air Only) available at your local dealer. See 2. On/Off Button “Removal and Installation of the 3. Pressure Gauge Sealant Canister” following. 4. Pressure Deflation Button There is only enough sealant to seal 5. Tire Sealant Canister one tire. After usage, the sealant 6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) canister and sealant/air hose 7. Air Only Hose (Black) assembly must be replaced. See 8. Power Plug “Removal and Installation of the 9. Canister Release Button Sealant Canister” following. (Under Sealant/Air Hose) Using the Tire Sealant and Tire Sealant Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a Read and follow the safe handling instructions on the label adhered to Punctured Tire the sealant canister. Follow the directions closely for Check the tire sealant expiration correct sealant usage. date on the sealant canister. The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (67,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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3. Pressure Gauge Do not remove any objects that 4. Pressure Deflation Button have penetrated the tire. 5. Tire Sealant Canister 1. Remove the tire sealant and 6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) compressor kit from its storage 7. Air Only Hose (Black) location. See Storing the Tire 8. Power Plug Sealant and Compressor Kit on 9. Canister Release Button page 10-72. (Under Sealant/Air Hose) 2. Unwrap the sealant/air hose (6) When using the tire sealant and and the power plug (8). compressor kit during cold 3. Place the kit on the ground. temperatures, warm the kit in a heated environment for five minutes. Make sure the tire valve stem is This will help to inflate the tire positioned close to the ground faster. so the hose will reach it. If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire 4. Remove the valve stem cap from and wheel damage by driving slowly the flat tire by turning it to a level place. Turn on the hazard counterclockwise. warning flashers. See Hazard 5. Attach the sealant/air hose (6) Warning Flashers on page 6-6. onto the tire valve stem. Turn it See If a Tire Goes Flat on clockwise until it is tight. page 10-63 for other important safety warnings.

1. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air or Air Only) 2. On/Off Button Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (68,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

10-68 Vehicle Care

6. Plug the power plug (8) into the The compressor will inject accessory power outlet in the sealant and air into the tire. { Caution vehicle. Unplug all items from The pressure gauge (3) will If the recommended pressure other accessory power outlets. initially show a high pressure See Power Outlets on page 5-7. cannot be reached after while the compressor pushes the approximately 25 minutes, the If the vehicle has an accessory sealant into the tire. Once the vehicle should not be driven power outlet, do not use the sealant is completely dispersed farther. The tire is too severely cigarette lighter. into the tire, the pressure will damaged and the tire sealant and quickly drop and start to rise If the vehicle only has a cigarette compressor kit cannot inflate the again as the tire inflates with lighter, use the cigarette lighter. tire. Remove the power plug from air only. Do not pinch the power plug the accessory power outlet and cord in the door or window. 10. Inflate the tire to the unscrew the inflating hose from recommended inflation the tire valve. See Roadside 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle pressure using the pressure Service on page 13-5. must be running while using the gauge (3). The recommended air compressor. inflation pressure can be found 11. Press the on/off button (2) to 8. Press and turn the selector on the Tire and Loading turn the tire sealant and switch (1) counterclockwise to Information label. See Tire compressor kit off. the Sealant + Air position. Pressure on page 10-49. The tire is not sealed and will 9. Press the on/off button (2) to The pressure gauge (3) may continue to leak air until the turn the tire sealant and read higher than the actual tire vehicle is driven and the compressor kit on. pressure while the compressor is on. Turn the compressor off sealant is distributed in the tire, to get an accurate pressure therefore, Steps 12–18 must be reading. The compressor may done immediately after be turned on/off until the Step 11. correct pressure is reached. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (69,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Be careful while handling the maximum speed label from the If the tire pressure has fallen tire sealant and compressor kit sealant canister (5) and place it more than 68 kPa (10 psi) as it could be warm after in a highly visible location. Do below the recommended usage. not exceed the speed on this inflation pressure, stop driving 12. Unplug the power plug (8) from label until the damaged tire is the vehicle. The tire is too the accessory power outlet in repaired or replaced. severely damaged and the tire the vehicle. 17. Return the equipment to its sealant cannot seal the tire. original storage location in the See Roadside Service on 13. Turn the sealant/air hose (6) page 13-5. counterclockwise to remove it vehicle. from the tire valve stem. 18. Immediately drive the vehicle If the tire pressure has not dropped more than 68 kPa 14. Replace the tire valve 8 km (5 mi) to distribute the sealant in the tire. (10 psi) from the recommended stem cap. inflation pressure, inflate the 15. Replace the sealant/air hose 19. Stop at a safe location and tire to the recommended (6), and the power plug (8) check the tire pressure. Refer inflation pressure. back in their original location. to Steps 1–11 under “Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor 20. Wipe off any sealant from the Kit without Sealant to Inflate a wheel, tire, and vehicle. Tire (Not Punctured).” 21. Dispose of the used sealant canister (5) and sealant/air hose (6) assembly at a local dealer or in accordance with local state codes and practices. 16. If the flat tire was able to inflate to the recommended inflation pressure, remove the Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (70,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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22. Replace with a new canister 3. Pressure Gauge assembly available from your 4. Pressure Deflation Button dealer. 5. Tire Sealant Canister 23. After temporarily sealing the 6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) tire using the tire sealant and 7. Air Only Hose (Black) compressor kit, take the 8. Power Plug vehicle to an authorized dealer 9. Canister Release Button within 161 km (100 mi) of (Under Sealant/Air Hose) driving to have the tire repaired If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire or replaced. and wheel damage by driving slowly Using the Tire Sealant and to a level place. Turn on the hazard Compressor Kit without warning flashers. See Hazard Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not Warning Flashers on page 6-6. Punctured) See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10-63 for other important To use the air compressor to inflate safety warnings. a tire with air only and not sealant: 1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage location. See Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10-72. 2. Unwrap the air only hose (7) and the power plug (8). 1. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air or Air Only) 2. On/Off Button Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (71,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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3. Place the kit on the ground. 8. Press and turn the selector excess pressure by pressing Make sure the tire valve stem is switch (1) clockwise to the Air the pressure deflation positioned close to the ground Only position. button (4) until the proper so the hose will reach it. 9. Press the on/off button (2) to pressure reading is reached. turn the compressor on. This option is only functional 4. Remove the tire valve stem cap when using the air only from the flat tire by turning it The compressor will inflate the hose (7). counterclockwise. tire with air only. 11. Press the on/off button (2) to 5. Attach the air only hose (7) onto 10. Inflate the tire to the turn the tire sealant and the tire valve stem by turning it recommended inflation compressor kit off. clockwise until it is tight. pressure using the pressure gauge (3). The recommended Be careful while handling the 6. Plug the power plug (8) into the tire sealant and compressor kit accessory power outlet in the inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading as it could be warm after vehicle. Unplug all items from usage. other accessory power outlets. Information label. See Tire See Power Outlets on page 5-7. Pressure on page 10-49. 12. Unplug the power plug (8) from The pressure gauge (3) may the accessory power outlet in If the vehicle has an accessory the vehicle. power outlet, do not use the read higher than the actual tire cigarette lighter. pressure while the compressor 13. Disconnect the air only hose is on. Turn the compressor off (7) from the tire valve stem, by If the vehicle only has a cigarette to get an accurate reading. The turning it counterclockwise, and lighter, use the cigarette lighter. compressor may be turned on/ replace the tire valve stem cap. Do not pinch the power plug off until the correct pressure is 14. Replace the air only hose (7) cord in the door or window. reached. and the power plug (8) and 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle If you inflate the tire higher cord back in its original must be running while using the than the recommended location. air compressor. pressure you can adjust the Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (72,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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15. Place the equipment in the Removal and Installation of the Storing the Tire Sealant original storage location in the Sealant Canister vehicle. and Compressor Kit To remove the sealant canister: 1. Unwrap the sealant hose. 2. Press the canister release button (9). 3. Pull up and remove the canister. 4. Replace with a new canister which is available from your dealer. 5. Push the new canister into place.

The tire sealant and compressor kit This vehicle may have a tire sealant has an accessory adapter located in and compressor kit in place of a a compartment on the bottom of its jack or spare tire. It is located in a housing that may be used to inflate foam container in the rear air mattresses, balls, etc. compartment storage area. If the vehicle has a cargo cover, see Cargo Management System on page 4-5 for instructions on how to access the tire sealant and compressor kit. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (73,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Tire Changing Removing the Spare Tire and Tools

2. Press on the bottom of the 3. Remove the spare tire cover. handle assembly to unlatch it and lift up on the handle. The prop rod locks into place when open. 1. Extension 2. Jack 3. Wheel Wrench 4. Wing Nut To access the spare tire and tools: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 2-13.

4. Remove the rubber cover. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (74,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Take off the wheel cover or center cap, if the vehicle has one, to reach the wheel bolts. 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10-63 for more information. 2. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen and 5. Remove the nut retaining the remove the wheel nut caps. 4. Turn the wheel wrench spare tire. Do not try to remove plastic caps counterclockwise to loosen all 6. Remove the spare tire and place from the cover or center cap. the wheel nuts, but do not remove them yet. it next to the tire being changed. 3. Pull the cover or center cap 7. Remove the wing nut. away from the wheel. Store the 5. Place the jack near the flat tire. wheel cover in the cargo area 8. Remove the extension, jack, and until you have the flat tire { Caution wheel wrench and place them repaired or replaced. near the tire being changed. Make sure that the jack lift head is in the correct position or you may damage your vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (75,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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{ Warning

Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift 7. Insert the hooked end of the head into the proper location extension handle through the before raising the vehicle. jack and the flat end through the 6. Position the jack lift head at the wheel wrench. jack location nearest the flat tire. { Warning { Warning The jacking location is indicated Lifting a vehicle and getting under by a V-shaped notch in the Getting under a vehicle when it is plastic molding. The jack must it to do maintenance or repairs is lifted on a jack is dangerous. dangerous without the not be used in any other If the vehicle slips off the jack, position. appropriate safety equipment and you could be badly injured or training. If a jack is provided with killed. Never get under a vehicle the vehicle, it is designed only for when it is supported only by changing a flat tire. If it is used for a jack. anything else, you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, only use it for changing a flat tire. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (76,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

10-76 Vehicle Care

8. Turn the extension with the 11. Remove the flat tire. wheel wrench clockwise to raise { Caution the jack lift head until the jack { Warning just fits under the vehicle. Using a jack to raise the vehicle without positioning it correctly Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the could damage your vehicle. When parts to which it is fastened, can raising your vehicle on a jack, be make wheel nuts become loose sure to position it correctly under after time. The wheel could come the frame and avoid contact with off and cause an accident. When the plastic molding. changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the 10. Put the compact spare tire wheel attaches to the vehicle. In near you. an emergency, a cloth or a paper towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt.

9. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until the slots in the jack head fit into the metal flange located behind the triangle on the plastic moulding.

Remove all of the wheel nuts. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (77,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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14. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until { Caution the wheel is held against the hub. Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and 15. Lower the vehicle by turning rotor damage. To avoid expensive the jack handle brake repairs, evenly tighten the counterclockwise. wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper { Warning torque specification. See Capacities and Specifications for Wheel nuts that are improperly or the wheel nut torque specification. incorrectly tightened can cause 12. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheels to become loose or the wheel bolts, mounting come off. The wheel nuts should surfaces, and spare wheel. be tightened with a torque wrench 13. Place the compact spare tire to the proper torque specification on the wheel-mounting surface. after replacing. Follow the torque specification supplied by the { Warning aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel Never use oil or grease on bolts nuts. See Capacities and or nuts because the nuts might Specifications on page 12-2 for come loose. The vehicle's wheel original equipment wheel nut could fall off, causing a crash. torque specifications. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (78,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

10-78 Vehicle Care

16. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in Storing a Flat or Spare Tire 3. Install the cargo cover. For more a crisscross sequence, as and Tools information, see Cargo shown. Management System on 17. Lower the jack all the way and { Warning page 4-5. remove the jack from under the 4. Place the tire, lying flat, in the vehicle. Storing a jack, a tire, or other rear storage compartment. equipment in the passenger 18. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly compartment of the vehicle could with the wheel wrench. cause injury. In a sudden stop or When reinstalling the wheel cover or collision, loose equipment could center cap on the full-size tire, strike someone. Store all these in tighten all six plastic caps hand the proper place. snug with the aid of the wheel wrench and tighten them with the wheel wrench an additional To store the flat or spare tire and one-quarter of a turn. tools: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate { Caution on page 2-13 for more information. Wheel covers will not fit on the 2. Put back all tools as they were vehicle's compact spare. If you try 5. Attach the strap to the cargo stored in the rear storage to put a wheel cover on the tie-down in the rear of the compartment and put the vehicle. compact spare, the cover or the compartment cover back on. For spare could be damaged. more information, see “Storing the Compact Spare Tire and Tools” next in this section. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (79,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Compact Spare Tire (50 mph). To conserve the tread of the spare tire, have the standard tire repaired or replaced as soon as { Warning convenient and return the spare tire Driving with more than one to the storage area. compact spare tire at a time could When using a compact spare tire, result in loss of braking and the ABS and Traction Control handling. This could lead to a systems may engage until the spare crash and you or others could be tire is recognized by the vehicle, injured. Use only one compact especially on slippery roads. Adjust spare tire at a time. driving to reduce possible wheel slip. 6. Route the strap through the wheel, as shown. If this vehicle has a compact spare { Caution tire, it was fully inflated when new; 7. Attach the strap to the other however, it can lose air over time. When the compact spare is cargo tie-down in the rear of the Check the inflation pressure installed, do not take the vehicle vehicle. regularly. It should be 420 kPa through an automatic car wash (60 psi). 8. Tighten the strap. with guide rails. The compact 9. Replace the rubber cover. Stop as soon as possible and check spare can get caught on the rails that the spare tire is correctly which can damage the tire, wheel, The compact spare is for temporary inflated after being installed on the and other parts of the vehicle. use only. Replace the compact vehicle. The compact spare tire is spare tire with a full-size tire as designed for temporary use only. soon as you can. The vehicle will perform differently Do not use the compact spare on with the spare tire installed and it is other vehicles. recommended that the vehicle speed be limited to 80 km/h Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (80,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Do not mix the compact spare tire or Jump Starting wheel with other wheels or tires. { Caution They will not fit. Keep the spare tire For more information about the and its wheel together. vehicle battery, see Battery on Ignoring these steps could result page 10-22. in costly damage to the vehicle that would not be covered by the { Caution If the vehicle battery has run down, vehicle warranty. Trying to start you may want to use another the vehicle by pushing or pulling it Tire chains will not fit the compact vehicle and some jumper cables to will not work, and it could damage spare. Using them can damage start your vehicle. Be sure to use the vehicle. the vehicle and the chains. Do not the following steps to do it safely. use tire chains on the compact spare. { Warning

Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: . They contain acid that can burn you. . They contain gas that can explode or ignite. . They contain enough electricity to burn you. If you do not follow these steps exactly, some or all of these 1. Remote Positive (+) Terminal things can hurt you. 2. Remote Negative (−) Terminal Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (81,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Your vehicle is equipped with a remote positive (+) terminal (1) and Caution (Continued) { Caution a remote negative (−) terminal (2). The remote positive (+) terminal is damaged. Only use a vehicle that If any accessories are left on or located in the engine compartment has a 12-volt system with a plugged in during the jump on the driver side of the vehicle, negative ground for jump starting. starting procedure, they could be above the rear of the battery. The damaged. The repairs would not remote negative (−) terminal is a 2. Get the vehicles close enough be covered by the vehicle stud located in the engine so the jumper cables can reach, warranty. Whenever possible, turn compartment on the driver side of but be sure the vehicles are not off or unplug all accessories on the vehicle, on the front tie bar. See touching each other. If they are, either vehicle when jump starting. Engine Compartment Overview on it could cause a ground page 10-5. connection you do not want. You 3. Turn off the ignition on both To uncover the remote positive (+) would not be able to start your vehicles. Unplug unnecessary terminal, lift open the access panel vehicle, and the bad grounding accessories plugged into the on the battery cover indicated by could damage the electrical cigarette lighter or the accessory the (+) sign. systems. power outlet. Turn off the radio 1. Check the other vehicle. It must To avoid the possibility of the and all lamps that are not have a 12-volt battery with a vehicles rolling, set the parking needed. This will avoid sparks, negative ground system. brake firmly on both vehicles helping save both batteries and involved in the jump start the radio. { Caution procedure. Put the transmission 4. Open the hood on the other in P (Park) before setting the vehicle and locate the If the other vehicle does not have parking brake. positive (+) and negative (−) a 12-volt system with a negative terminal locations on that ground, both vehicles can be vehicle. (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (82,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Open the hood on your vehicle 5. Check that the jumper cables do and find the remote positive (+) Warning (Continued) not have loose or missing and remote negative (−) jump insulation. If they do, you could starting terminals. your new vehicle. But if a battery get a shock. The vehicles could has filler caps, be sure the right also be damaged. amount of fluid is there. If it is low, { Warning add water to take care of that Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you An electric fan can start up even first. If you do not, explosive gas could be present. should know. Positive (+) will go when the engine is not running to positive (+) or to a remote and can injure you. Keep hands, Battery fluid contains acid that positive (+) terminal if the vehicle clothing and tools away from any can burn you. Do not get it on has one. Negative (−) will go to a underhood electric fan. you. If you accidentally get it in heavy, unpainted metal engine your eyes or on your skin, flush part or to a remote negative (−) the place with water and get terminal if the vehicle has one. { Warning medical help immediately. Do not connect positive (+) to negative (−) or you will get a Using an open flame near a short that would damage the battery can cause battery gas to { Warning battery and maybe other parts. explode. People have been hurt Do not connect the negative (−) doing this, and some have been Fans or other moving engine cable to the negative (−) terminal blinded. Use a flashlight if you parts can injure you badly. Keep on the dead battery because this need more light. your hands away from moving can cause sparks. Be sure the battery has enough parts once the engine is running. water. You do not need to add water to the battery installed in (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (83,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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6. Connect the red positive (+) battery. It goes to a heavy, cable to the positive (+) terminal unpainted metal engine part or { Caution on the vehicle with the dead to a remote negative (−) terminal battery. Use a remote on the vehicle with the dead If the jumper cables are positive (+) terminal if the vehicle battery. connected or removed in the has one. wrong order, electrical shorting 9. Connect the other end of the may occur and damage the 7. Do not let the other end touch negative (−) cable away from the vehicle. The repairs would not be metal. Connect it to the dead battery, but not near covered by the vehicle warranty. positive (+) terminal of the good engine parts that move. The Always connect and remove the battery. Use a remote electrical connection is just as jumper cables in the correct order, positive (+) terminal if the vehicle good there, and the chance of has one. sparks getting back to the making sure that the cables do battery is much less. not touch each other or other 8. Now connect the black metal. negative (−) cable to the Your vehicle has a remote (−) negative (−) terminal of the good terminal for this purpose. Jumper Cable Removal battery. Use a remote 10. Now start the vehicle with the negative (−) terminal if the good battery and run the Reverse the sequence exactly when vehicle has one. engine for a while. removing the jumper cables. Do not let the other end touch 11. Try to start the vehicle that had anything until the next step. The the dead battery. If it will not other end of the negative (−) start after a few tries, it cable does not go to the dead probably needs service. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (84,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

10-84 Vehicle Care

Towing the Vehicle To tow the vehicle behind another . How far the vehicle will be vehicle for recreational purposes, towed. Some vehicles have such as behind a motor home, see restrictions on how far and how { Caution “Recreational Vehicle Towing” long they can tow. following. . Incorrectly towing a disabled The proper towing equipment. See your dealer or trailering vehicle may cause damage. The Recreational Vehicle professional for additional advice damage would not be covered by Towing and equipment the vehicle warranty. Do not lash recommendations. or hook to the chassis Recreational vehicle towing means components — including the front towing the vehicle behind another . If the vehicle is ready to be and rear subframes, suspension vehicle, such as behind a motor towed. Just as preparing the control arms, and links — during home. The two most common types vehicle for a long trip, make sure towing and recovery of a disabled of recreational vehicle towing are the vehicle is prepared to be vehicle, or when securing the known as dinghy towing and dolly towed. vehicle. Use the proper nylon towing. Dinghy towing is towing the Dinghy Towing strap harnesses around the tires vehicle with all four wheels on the Front-wheel-drive and to secure the vehicle. ground. Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with two wheels on the all-wheel-drive vehicles may be ground and two wheels up on a dinghy towed from the front. These Have the vehicle towed on a flatbed device known as a dolly. vehicles can also be towed by car carrier. A wheel lift tow truck placing them on a platform trailer could damage the vehicle. Here are some important things to with all four wheels off of the consider before recreational vehicle ground. For other towing options, Consult your dealer or a towing: professional towing service if the see the information on dolly towing disabled vehicle must be towed. . The towing capacity of the that follows. towing vehicle. Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (85,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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To tow the vehicle from the front { Caution with all four wheels on the ground: If 105 km/h (65 mph) is exceeded 1. Position the vehicle that will be while towing the vehicle, it could towed and secure it to the be damaged. Never exceed towing vehicle. 105 km/h (65 mph) while towing the vehicle.

For vehicles being dinghy towed, the vehicle should be run at the beginning of each day and at each RV fuel stop for about five minutes. 3. Use a small screwdriver or tool This will ensure proper lubrication of to press and hold the manual transmission components. release button on the front right. 4. Put the vehicle in N (Neutral).

{ Caution 2. Remove the shift lever boot by pulling up on the rear of the trim If the vehicle is towed without plate. performing each of the steps listed under “Dinghy Towing,” the automatic transmission could be damaged. Be sure to follow all steps of the dinghy towing procedure prior to and after towing the vehicle. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (86,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Once the destination has been Dolly Towing reached: { Caution (Front-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) 1. Shift the vehicle to P (Park). Do not tow a vehicle with the front 2. Reinstall the shift lever boot by drive wheels on the ground if one inserting the front edge and of the front tires is a compact pressing the rear of the trim spare tire. Towing with two plate until it snaps into place. different tire sizes on the front of 3. Start the engine and let it idle for the vehicle can cause severe more than three minutes before damage to the transmission. driving the vehicle. Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive { Caution Vehicles) Too much or too little fluid can All-wheel-drive vehicles should not be towed with two wheels on the damage the transmission. Be To tow the vehicle from the front sure that the transmission fluid is ground. To properly tow these vehicles, they should be placed on with the rear wheels on the ground: at the proper level before towing a platform trailer with all four wheels with all four wheels on the 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. off of the ground or dinghy towed ground. 2. Move the shift lever to P (Park). from the front. See “Dinghy Towing” earlier in this section. See Shifting Into Park on page 9-19. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (87,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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5. Follow the dolly manufacturer's Appearance Care instructions for preparing the vehicle and dolly for towing. Exterior Care 6. Release the parking brake. Locks Towing the Vehicle from the Rear Locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, and have the locks greased after using. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-13. Washing the Vehicle { Caution To preserve the vehicle's finish, Towing the vehicle from the rear wash it often and out of direct could damage it. Also, repairs sunlight. would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Never have the { Caution vehicle towed from the rear. Do not use petroleum-based, acidic, or abrasive cleaning agents as they can damage the vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic parts. If damage occurs, it would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Approved cleaning (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (88,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

10-88 Vehicle Care

washed. This could cause damage are damaged, see your dealer to Caution (Continued) that would not be covered by the have the damage assessed and vehicle warranty. repaired. Foreign materials such as products can be obtained from calcium chloride and other salts, ice your dealer. Follow all If using an automatic car wash, follow the car wash instructions. The melting agents, road oil and tar, tree manufacturer directions regarding sap, bird droppings, chemicals from correct product usage, necessary windshield wiper and rear window wiper, if equipped, must be off. industrial chimneys, etc., can safety precautions, and damage the vehicle's finish if they appropriate disposal of any Remove any accessories that may be damaged or interfere with the car remain on painted surfaces. Wash vehicle care product. wash equipment. the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive Rinse the vehicle well, before cleaners that are marked safe for washing and after, to remove all painted surfaces to remove foreign { Caution cleaning agents completely. If they matter. are allowed to dry on the surface, Avoid using high-pressure they could stain. Occasional hand waxing or mild washes closer than 30 cm (12 in) polishing should be done to remove to the surface of the vehicle. Use Dry the finish with a soft, clean residue from the paint finish. See of power washers exceeding chamois or an all-cotton towel to your dealer for approved cleaning 8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result avoid surface scratches and water products. spotting. in damage or removal of paint Do not apply waxes or polishes to and decals. Finish Care uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber, decals, simulated wood, or flat paint Application of aftermarket clearcoat as damage can occur. The e symbol is on any sealant/wax materials is not underhood compartment electrical recommended. If painted surfaces center that should not be power Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (89,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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The bright metal moldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ { Caution vehicle are aluminum. To prevent Lenses, Emblems, Decals and damage always follow these Stripes Machine compounding or cleaning instructions: aggressive polishing on a Use only lukewarm or cold water, a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish . Be sure the molding is cool to soft cloth, and a car washing soap may damage it. Use only the touch before applying any to clean exterior lamps, lenses, non-abrasive waxes and polishes cleaning solution. emblems, decals and stripes. Follow that are made for a basecoat/ . Use a cleaning solution instructions under "Washing the clearcoat paint finish on the approved for aluminum. Some Vehicle" previously in this section. vehicle. cleaners are highly acidic or Lamp covers are made of plastic, contain alkaline substances and and some have a UV protective can damage the moldings. To keep the paint finish looking new, coating. keep the vehicle garaged or . Always dilute a concentrated Use only lukewarm water, a soft covered whenever possible. cleaner according to the cloth, and mild car washing soap to manufacturer’s instructions. Protecting Exterior Bright Metal clean exterior lamps and lenses. Do Moldings . Do not use chrome cleaners. not clean or wipe them while they are dry. . Do not use cleaners that are not { Caution intended for automotive use. Do not use any of the following on lamp covers: . Use a nonabrasive wax on the Failure to clean and protect the vehicle after washing to protect . Abrasive or caustic agents. bright metal moldings can result and extend the molding finish. in a hazy white finish or pitting. . Washer fluids and other cleaning This damage would not be agents in higher concentrations covered by the vehicle warranty. than suggested by the manufacturer. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (90,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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. Solvents, alcohols, fuels, Air Intakes Weatherstrips or other harsh cleaners. Clear debris from the air intakes, Apply Dielectric silicone grease on . Ice scrapers or other hard items. between the hood and windshield weatherstrips to make them last . Aftermarket appearance caps or when washing the vehicle. longer, seal better, and not stick or covers while the lamps are squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at illuminated, due to excessive Windshield and Wiper Blades least once a year. Hot, dry climates heat generated. Clean the outside of the windshield may require more frequent with glass cleaner. application. Black marks from rubber material on painted surfaces { Caution Clean rubber blades using a lint-free can be removed by rubbing with a cloth or paper towel soaked with clean cloth. See Recommended Failure to clean lamps properly windshield washer fluid or a mild Fluids and Lubricants on can cause damage to the lamp detergent. Wash the windshield page 11-13. cover that would not be covered thoroughly when cleaning the by the vehicle warranty. blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and Tires a buildup of vehicle wash/wax treatments may cause wiper Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to streaking. clean the tires. { Caution Replace the wiper blades if they are { Caution Using wax on low gloss black worn or damaged. Damage can be finish stripes can increase the caused by extreme dusty Using petroleum-based tire gloss level and create a conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, dressing products on the vehicle non-uniform finish. Clean low snow, and ice. may damage the paint finish and/ gloss stripes with soap and or tires. When applying a tire water only. dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on the vehicle. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (91,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Wheels and Trim — Aluminum Inspect power steering for proper or Chrome { Caution hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Use a soft, clean cloth with mild To avoid surface damage, do not soap and water to clean the wheels. use strong soaps, chemicals, Visually check constant velocity joint After rinsing thoroughly with clean abrasive polishes, cleaners, boots and axle seals for leaks. water, dry with a soft, clean towel. brushes, or cleaners that contain Body Component Lubrication A wax may then be applied. acid on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Use only Lubricate all key lock cylinders, { Caution approved cleaners. Also, never hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the drive a vehicle with aluminum or fuel door hinge unless the components are plastic. Applying Chrome wheels and other chrome chrome-plated wheels through an silicone grease on weatherstrips trim may be damaged if the automatic car wash that uses with a clean cloth will make them vehicle is not washed after driving silicone carbide tire cleaning on roads that have been sprayed last longer, seal better, and not stick brushes. Damage could occur or squeak. with magnesium, calcium, and the repairs would not be or sodium chloride. These covered by the vehicle warranty. Underbody Maintenance chlorides are used on roads for At least twice a year, Spring and conditions such as ice and dust. Fall, use plain water to flush dirt and Always wash the chrome with Steering, Suspension, and Chassis Components debris from the vehicle's underbody. soap and water after exposure. Your dealer or an underbody car Visually inspect steering, washing system can do this. If not suspension, and chassis removed, rust and corrosion can components for damaged, loose, develop. or missing parts or signs of wear at least once a year. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (92,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

10-92 Vehicle Care

Sheet Metal Damage dark spots etched into the paint on any switches or controls. surface. See Finish Care Cleaners should be removed If the vehicle is damaged and “ ” previously in this section. quickly. Never allow cleaners to requires sheet metal repair or remain on the surface being replacement, make sure the body cleaned for extended periods repair shop applies anti-corrosion Interior Care of time. material to parts repaired or To prevent dirt particle abrasions, replaced to restore corrosion regularly clean the vehicle's interior. Cleaners may contain solvents that protection. Immediately remove any soils. Note can become concentrated in the interior. Before using cleaners, read Original manufacturer replacement that newspapers or dark garments and adhere to all safety instructions parts will provide the corrosion that can transfer color to home on the label. While cleaning the protection while maintaining the furnishings can also permanently interior, maintain adequate vehicle warranty. transfer color to the vehicle's interior. ventilation by opening the doors and Finish Damage windows. Use a soft bristle brush to remove Quickly repair minor chips and dust from knobs and crevices on the To prevent damage, do not clean scratches with touch-up materials instrument cluster. Using a mild the interior using the following available from your dealer to avoid soap solution, immediately remove cleaners or techniques: corrosion. Larger areas of finish hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect . Never use a razor or any other damage can be corrected in your repellent from all interior surfaces or sharp object to remove a soil dealer's body and paint shop. permanent damage may result. from any interior surface. Chemical Paint Spotting Your dealer may have products for . Never use a brush with stiff cleaning the interior. Use cleaners bristles. Airborne pollutants can fall upon specifically designed for the and attack painted vehicle surfaces surfaces being cleaned to prevent . Never rub any surface causing blotchy, ring-shaped permanent damage. Apply all aggressively or with excessive discolorations, and small, irregular cleaners directly to the cleaning pressure. cloth. Do not spray cleaners directly Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (93,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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. Do not use laundry detergents or Fabric/Carpet/Suede dishwashing soaps with { Caution degreasers. For liquid cleaners, Start by vacuuming the surface use approximately 20 drops per To prevent scratching, never use using a soft brush attachment. If a 3.8 L (1 gal) of water. abrasive cleaners on automotive rotating brush attachment is being A concentrated soap solution will glass. Abrasive cleaners or used during vacuuming, only use it leave a residue that creates aggressive cleaning may damage on the floor carpet. Before cleaning, streaks and attracts dirt. Do not the rear window defogger. gently remove as much of the soil use solutions that contain strong as possible using one of the or caustic soap. following techniques: Cleaning the windshield with water . Do not heavily saturate the during the first three to six months . Gently blot liquids with a paper upholstery when cleaning. of ownership will reduce tendency towel. Continue blotting until no more soil can be removed. . Do not use solvents or cleaners to fog. containing solvents. . For solid soils, remove as much Speaker Covers as possible prior to vacuuming. Interior Glass Vacuum around a speaker cover To clean: To clean, use a terry cloth fabric gently, so that the speaker will not 1. Saturate a clean lint-free dampened with water. Wipe droplets be damaged. Clean spots with just colorfast cloth with water. left behind with a clean dry cloth. water and mild soap. Microfiber cloth is recommended Commercial glass cleaners may be Coated Moldings to prevent lint transfer to the used, if necessary, after cleaning fabric or carpet. the interior glass with plain water. Coated moldings should be cleaned. . When lightly soiled, wipe with a 2. Remove excess moisture by sponge or soft lint-free cloth gently wringing until water does dampened with water. not drip from the cleaning cloth. . When heavily soiled, use warm soapy water. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (94,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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3. Start on the outside edge of the Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Instrument Panel, Leather, soil and gently rub toward the and Vehicle Information and Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, center. Fold the cleaning cloth to Radio Displays Low Gloss Paint Surfaces and a clean area frequently to For vehicles with high gloss Natural Open Pore Wood prevent forcing the soil in to the Surfaces fabric. surfaces or vehicle displays, use a microfiber cloth to wipe surfaces. Use a soft microfiber cloth 4. Continue gently rubbing the Before wiping the surface with the dampened with water to remove soiled area until there is no microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle dust and loose dirt. For a more longer any color transfer from brush to remove dirt that could thorough cleaning, use a soft the soil to the cleaning cloth. scratch the surface. Then use the microfiber cloth dampened with a 5. If the soil is not completely microfiber cloth by gently rubbing to mild soap solution. removed, use a mild soap clean. Never use window cleaners solution followed only by plain or solvents. Periodically hand wash { Caution water. the microfiber cloth separately, using mild soap. Do not use bleach If the soil is not completely Soaking or saturating leather, or fabric softener. Rinse thoroughly especially perforated leather, as removed, it may be necessary to and air dry before next use. use a commercial upholstery well as other interior surfaces, cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small may cause permanent damage. hidden area for colorfastness before { Caution Wipe excess moisture from these using a commercial upholstery surfaces after cleaning and allow Do not attach a device with a cleaner or spot lifter. If ring them to dry naturally. Never use suction cup to the display. This formation occurs, clean the entire heat, steam, spot lifters, or spot may cause damage and would fabric or carpet. removers. Do not use cleaners not be covered by the warranty. Following the cleaning process, a that contain silicone or wax-based paper towel can be used to blot products. Cleaners containing excess moisture. (Continued) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (95,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Cargo Cover and Floor Mats Caution (Continued) Convenience Net these solvents can permanently Wash with warm water and mild { Warning change the appearance and feel detergent. Do not use chlorine of leather or soft trim and are not bleach. Rinse with cold water, and If a floor mat is the wrong size or recommended. then dry completely. is not properly installed, it can interfere with the pedals. Care of Safety Belts Interference with the pedals can Do not use cleaners that increase Keep belts clean and dry. cause unintended acceleration gloss, especially on the instrument and/or increased stopping panel. Reflected glare can decrease distance which can cause a crash visibility through the windshield { Warning and injury. Make sure the floor under certain conditions. Do not bleach or dye safety belts. mat does not interfere with the It may severely weaken them. In pedals. { Caution a crash, they might not be able to Use of air fresheners may cause provide adequate protection. Use the following guidelines for permanent damage to plastics Clean safety belts only with mild proper floor mat usage. soap and lukewarm water. and painted surfaces. If an air . The original equipment floor freshener comes in contact with mats were designed for your any plastic or painted surface in vehicle. If the floor mats need the vehicle, blot immediately and replacing, it is recommended clean with a soft cloth dampened that certified floor mats be with a mild soap solution. purchased. Non-certified floor Damage caused by air fresheners mats may not fit properly and would not be covered by the may interfere with the pedals. vehicle warranty. Always check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (96,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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. Use the floor mat with the correct side up. Do not turn it over. . Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat. . Use only a single floor mat on the driver side. . Do not place one floor mat on top of another. Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats 1. Pull up on the rear of the floor The driver side floor mat is held in mat to unlock each retainer and place by two button-type retainers. remove. The passenger side floor mat is held 2. Reinstall by lining up the floor in place by one button-type retainer. mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snapping into position. 3. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured and verify that it does not interfere with the pedals. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Service and Maintenance 11-1

Service and Recommended Fluids, General Information Lubricants, and Parts Maintenance Recommended Fluids and Your vehicle is an important Lubricants ...... 11-13 investment. This section describes Maintenance Replacement the required maintenance for the General Information Parts ...... 11-14 vehicle. Follow this schedule to help General Information ...... 11-1 protect against major repair Maintenance Records expenses resulting from neglect or Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance Records ...... 11-15 inadequate maintenance. It may Maintenance also help to maintain the value of Cadillac Premium Care the vehicle if it is sold. It is the Maintenance ...... 11-3 responsibility of the owner to have all required maintenance performed. Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ...... 11-4 Your dealer has trained technicians who can perform required Special Application Services maintenance using genuine Special Application replacement parts. They have Services ...... 11-9 up-to-date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics. Many Additional Maintenance dealers have extended evening and and Care Saturday hours, courtesy Additional Maintenance transportation, and online and Care ...... 11-10 scheduling to assist with service needs. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

11-2 Service and Maintenance

Your dealer recognizes the The Tire Rotation and Required . Use the recommended fuel. See importance of providing Services are the responsibility of the Recommended Fuel on competitively priced maintenance vehicle owner. It is recommended to page 9-57. and repair services. With trained have your dealer perform these Refer to the information in the technicians, the dealer is the place services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. Maintenance Schedule Additional for routine maintenance such as oil Proper vehicle maintenance helps to Required Services - Normal chart. changes and tire rotations and keep the vehicle in good working additional maintenance items like condition, improves fuel economy, The Additional Required Services - tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper and reduces vehicle emissions. Severe are for vehicles that are: . blades. Because of the way people use Mainly driven in heavy city traffic vehicles, maintenance needs vary. in hot weather. { Caution There may need to be more . Mainly driven in hilly or frequent checks and services. The mountainous terrain. Damage caused by improper Additional Required Services - . Frequently towing a trailer. maintenance can lead to costly Normal are for vehicles that: repairs and may not be covered . Used for high speed or . Carry passengers and cargo by the vehicle warranty. competitive driving. Maintenance intervals, checks, within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information . Used for taxi, police, or delivery inspections, recommended fluids, label. See Vehicle Load Limits service. and lubricants are important to on page 9-10. keep the vehicle in good working Refer to the information in the condition. . Are driven on reasonable road Maintenance Schedule Additional surfaces within legal driving Required Services - Severe chart. limits. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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. Engine air cleaner filter { Warning Cadillac Premium replacement. Care Maintenance . Performing maintenance work can Passenger compartment air filter replacement. be dangerous and can cause Your vehicle comes with the serious injury. Perform Cadillac Premium Care . Multi‐point vehicle inspection maintenance work only if the Maintenance. It is a maintenance (MPVI) performed by a qualified required information, proper tools, program that covers select technician. maintenance services during the and equipment are available. Cadillac requires that all Cadillac If they are not, see your dealer to first 4 years or 80 000 km (50,000 mi), whichever comes first. Premium Care Maintenance have a trained technician do the services be performed by a Cadillac work. See Doing Your Own Cadillac Premium Care authorized service dealer. Service Work on page 10-3. Maintenance covers routine maintenance services, when scheduled in accordance with the owner manual, including: . Oil changes based on the vehicle's oil life monitor system. . Tire rotation every 12 000 km (7,500 mi). Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Maintenance Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required Schedule When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Services Every 12 000 km/ SOON message displays, have the 7,500 mi Owner Checks and Services engine oil and filter changed within Rotate the tires, if recommended for the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven the vehicle, and perform the At Each Fuel Stop under the best conditions, the following services. See Tire . Check the engine oil level. See engine oil life system might not Rotation on page 10-56. Engine Oil on page 10-7. indicate the need for vehicle service for more than a year. The engine oil . Check engine oil level and oil Once a Month and filter must be changed at least life percentage. If needed, change engine oil and filter, and . Check the tire inflation once a year and the oil life system reset oil life system. See Engine pressures. See Tire Pressure on must be reset. Your trained dealer Oil on page 10-7 and Engine Oil page 10-49. technician can perform this work. If the engine oil life system is reset Life System on page 10-9. . Inspect the tires for wear. See accidentally, service the vehicle . Check engine coolant level. See Tire Inspection on page 10-55. within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the Engine Coolant on page 10-13. . Check the windshield washer last service. Reset the oil life . Check windshield washer fluid fluid level. See Washer Fluid on system when the oil is changed. level. See Washer Fluid on page 10-19. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10-19. page 10-9. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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. Visually inspect windshield wiper . Check restraint system . Check accelerator pedal for blades for wear, cracking, components. See Safety System damage, high effort, or binding. or contamination. See Exterior Check on page 3-18. Replace if needed. Care on page 10-87. Replace . Visually inspect fuel system for . Visually inspect gas strut for worn or damaged wiper blades. damage or leaks. signs of wear, cracks, or other See Wiper Blade Replacement damage. Check the hold open on page 10-24. . Visually inspect exhaust system and nearby heat shields for ability of the strut. See your . Check tire inflation pressures. loose or damaged parts. dealer if service is required. See Tire Pressure on . Check tire sealant expiration page 10-49. . Lubricate body components. See Exterior Care on page 10-87. date, if equipped. See Tire . Inspect tire wear. See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on Inspection on page 10-55. . Check starter switch. See Starter page 10-65. Switch Check on page 10-23. . Visually check for fluid leaks. . Inspect sunroof track and seal, . Check automatic transmission if equipped. See Sunroof on . Inspect engine air cleaner filter. shift lock control function. See page 2-25. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on Automatic Transmission Shift page 10-10. Lock Control Function Check on . Inspect brake system. page 10-23. . Visually inspect steering, . Check parking brake and suspension, and chassis automatic transmission park components for damaged, loose, mechanism. See Park Brake and or missing parts or signs of P (Park) Mechanism Check on wear. See Exterior Care on page 10-24. page 10-87. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Maintenance Schedule

Additional Required 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi 84 000 km/52,500 mi 96 000 km/60,000 mi 108 000 km/67,500 mi 120 000 km/75,000 mi 132 000 km/82,500 mi 144 000 km/90,000 mi 156 000 km/97,500 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi Services - Normal 168 000 km/105,000 mi 192 000 km/120,000 mi 204 000 km/127,500 mi 216 000 km/135,000 mi 228 000 km/142,500 mi 240 000 km/150,000 mi

Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @ Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @ Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @ Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @ Change automatic transmission fluid. Change @ filter if serviceable. Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6) @ Replace brake fluid. (7) @ Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Footnotes — Maintenance (2) Check all fuel and vapor lines (5) Or every five years, whichever Schedule Additional Required and hoses for proper hook-up, comes first. See Cooling System on Services - Normal routing, and condition. page 10-12. (1) Or every two years, whichever (3) Or every four years, whichever (6) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. More frequent comes first. comes first. Inspect for fraying, replacement may be needed if the (4) Do not directly power wash the excessive cracking, or damage; vehicle is driven in areas with heavy transfer case output seals. High replace, if needed. traffic, areas with poor air quality, pressure water can overcome the (7) Or every 10 years, whichever or areas with high dust levels. seals and contaminate the transfer comes first. Replacement may also be needed if case fluid. Contaminated fluid will there is a reduction in air flow, decrease the life of the transfer excessive window fogging, or odors. case and should be replaced. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Maintenance Schedule

Additional Required 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi 84 000 km/52,500 mi 96 000 km/60,000 mi 108 000 km/67,500 mi 120 000 km/75,000 mi 132 000 km/82,500 mi 144 000 km/90,000 mi 156 000 km/97,500 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi Services - Severe 168 000 km/105,000 mi 192 000 km/120,000 mi 204 000 km/127,500 mi 216 000 km/135,000 mi 228 000 km/142,500 mi 240 000 km/150,000 mi

Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @ Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @ Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @ Change automatic transmission fluid. Change @ @ @ filter if serviceable. Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @ Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6) @ Replace brake fluid. (7) @ Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Service and Maintenance 11-9

Footnotes — Maintenance (4) Do not directly power wash the Special Application Schedule Additional Required transfer case output seals. High Services - Severe pressure water can overcome the Services seals and contaminate the transfer (1) Or every two years, whichever . Severe Commercial Use case fluid. Contaminated fluid will comes first. More frequent Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis decrease the life of the transfer replacement may be needed if the components every 5 000 km/ case and should be replaced. vehicle is driven in areas with heavy 3,000 mi. traffic, areas with poor air quality, (5) Or every five years, whichever . Have underbody flushing service or areas with high dust levels. comes first. See Cooling System on performed. See "Underbody Replacement may also be needed if page 10-12. Maintenance" in Exterior Care there is a reduction in air flow, (6) Or every 10 years, whichever on page 10-87. excessive window fogging, or odors. comes first. Inspect for fraying, (2) Check all fuel and vapor lines excessive cracking, or damage; and hoses for proper hook-up, replace, if needed. routing, and condition. (7) Or every 10 years, whichever (3) Or every four years, whichever comes first. comes first. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Additional Battery Brakes The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Maintenance and Care the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. additional electrical accessories. Your vehicle is an important . Signs of brake wear may include investment and caring for it properly . To avoid break-down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing may help to avoid future costly start the vehicle, maintain a noises, or difficulty stopping. repairs. To maintain vehicle battery with full cranking power. performance, additional . Trained dealer technicians have maintenance services may be . Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment required. the diagnostic equipment to test to inspect the brakes and the battery and ensure that the recommend quality parts It is recommended that your dealer connections and cables are engineered for the vehicle. perform these services — their corrosion-free. trained dealer technicians know Fluids your vehicle best. Your dealer can Belts Proper fluid levels and approved also perform a thorough . Belts may need replacing if they fluids protect the vehicle’s systems assessment with a multi-point squeak or show signs of and components. See inspection to recommend when your cracking or splitting. Recommended Fluids and vehicle may need attention. Lubricants on page 11-13 for GM . Trained dealer technicians have The following list is intended to access to tools and equipment approved fluids. explain the services and conditions to inspect the belts and . Engine oil and windshield to look for that may indicate recommend adjustment or washer fluid levels should be services are required. replacement when necessary. checked at every fuel fill. . Instrument cluster lights may come on to indicate that fluids may be low and need to be filled. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Hoses Shocks and Struts Tires Hoses transport fluids and should Shocks and struts help aid in control Tires need to be properly inflated, be regularly inspected to ensure for a smoother ride. rotated, and balanced. Maintaining that there are no cracks or leaks. the tires can save money and fuel, . Signs of wear may include With a multi-point inspection, your steering wheel vibration, bounce/ and can reduce the risk of tire dealer can inspect the hoses and sway while braking, longer failure. advise if replacement is needed. stopping distance, or uneven . Signs that the tires need to be Lamps tire wear. replaced include three or more visible treadwear indicators; cord . As part of the multi-point Properly working headlamps, or fabric showing through the taillamps, and brake lamps are inspection, trained dealer technicians can visually inspect rubber; cracks or cuts in the important to see and be seen on tread or sidewall; or a bulge or the road. the shocks and struts for signs of leaking, blown seals, split in the tire. . Signs that the headlamps need or damage, and can advise . Trained dealer technicians can attention include dimming, failure when service is needed. inspect and recommend the right to light, cracking, or damage. tires. Your dealer can also The brake lamps need to be provide tire/wheel balancing checked periodically to ensure services to ensure smooth that they light when braking. vehicle operation at all speeds. . With a multi-point inspection, Your dealer sells and services your dealer can check the lamps name brand tires. and note any concerns. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Vehicle Care . Your dealer has the required Wiper Blades equipment to ensure proper To help keep the vehicle looking like wheel alignment. Wiper blades need to be cleaned new, vehicle care products are and kept in good condition to available from your dealer. For Windshield provide a clear view. information on how to clean and For safety, appearance, and the . Signs of wear include streaking, protect the vehicle’s interior and best viewing, keep the windshield skipping across the windshield, exterior, see Interior Care on clean and clear. and worn or split rubber. page 10-92 and Exterior Care on page 10-87. . Signs of damage include . Trained dealer technicians can scratches, cracks, and chips. check the wiper blades and Wheel Alignment . Trained dealer technicians can replace them when needed. Wheel alignment is critical for inspect the windshield and ensuring that the tires deliver recommend proper replacement optimal wear and performance. if needed. . Signs that the alignment may need to be adjusted include pulling, improper vehicle handling, or unusual tire wear. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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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. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine Oil on page 10-7. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 10-13. Fuel Additive Fuel System Treatment PLUS (Part No. 88861013). Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299818, in Canada 19299819). Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements. Hydraulic Power Steering System DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Automatic Transmission DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Transfer Case Fluid (GM Part No. 19256084, in Canada 19256085). Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Key Lock Cylinders, Hood, and Door Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Hinges Canada 10953474). Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Usage Fluid/Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Release Pawl Category LB or GC-LB. Power Liftgate Actuator Ball Joint Multi-Purpose Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021668, in Canada 89021674). Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 10953481).

Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 20897358 A3147C Engine Oil Filter 89017525 PF63 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element 13271191 CF176 Spark Plugs 12622561 41–109 Wiper Blades Driver Side – 65.0 cm (25.6 in) 22870539 — Passenger Side – 42.5 cm (16.7 in) 22870540 — Rear – 30.0 cm (11.8 in) 20825882 — Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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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. Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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 Number (VIN) identifies the vehicle's engine, Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ...... 12-1 parts. See “Engine Specifications” Service Parts Identification under Capacities and Specifications Label ...... 12-1 on page 12-2 for the vehicle's engine code. Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications ...... 12-2 Service Parts Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . 12-4 Identification Label This label, on the inside of the rear side cargo management cover, has the following information: . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). This legal identifier is in the front . Model designation. corner of the instrument panel, on . Paint information. the left side of the vehicle. It can be . seen through the windshield from Production options and special outside. The VIN also appears on equipment. the Vehicle Certification and Service Do not remove this label from the Parts labels and certificates of title vehicle. and registration. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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 located under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Cooling System 3.6L V6 Engine 12.8 L 13.5 qt Engine Oil with Filter 5.7 L 6.0 qt Fuel Tank 79.5 L 21.0 gal Transfer Case Fluid 0.65 L 0.69 qt Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y 140 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3.6L V6 (LFX) 3 Automatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037– 0.043 in) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Engine Drive Belt Routing Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Customer Information 13-1

Reporting Safety Defects Customer Information Customer Reporting Safety Defects to Information the United States Government ...... 13-12 Customer Satisfaction Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure Customer Information the Canadian Your satisfaction and goodwill are Customer Satisfaction Government ...... 13-12 important to your dealer and to Procedure ...... 13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns General Motors ...... 13-12 Customer Assistance with the sales transaction or the Offices ...... 13-3 Vehicle Data Recording and operation of the vehicle will be Customer Assistance for Text resolved by your dealer's sales or Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 13-4 Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and service departments. Sometimes, Online Owner Center ...... 13-4 however, despite the best intentions Roadside Service ...... 13-5 Privacy ...... 13-13 Event Data Recorders ...... 13-13 of all concerned, misunderstandings Scheduling Service ® can occur. If your concern has not Appointments ...... 13-7 OnStar ...... 13-14 Infotainment System ...... 13-14 been resolved to your satisfaction, Courtesy Transportation the following steps should be taken: Program ...... 13-7 Radio Frequency Collision Damage Repair . . . . 13-9 Identification (RFID) ...... 13-14 STEP ONE: Discuss your concern Service Publications Radio Frequency with a member of dealership Ordering Information ...... 13-11 Statement ...... 13-15 management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager, contact the owner of your dealership or the general manager. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting Cadillac, 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, remember that your concern will decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be likely be resolved at a dealer's may reject it and proceed with any resolved by your dealership without facility. That is why we suggest other venue for relief available further help, in the U.S., call the following Step One first. to you. Cadillac Customer Assistance STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: You may contact the BBB Auto Line Center at 1-800–458–8006. In Both General Motors and your Program using the toll-free Canada, call the Canadian Cadillac dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at Customer Care Centre at sure you are completely satisfied the following address: 1-888-446-2000. with the new vehicle. However, BBB Auto Line Program We encourage you to call the if you continue to remain unsatisfied Council of Better Business Bureaus, toll-free number in order to give your after following the procedure Inc. inquiry prompt attention. Have the outlined in Steps One and Two, you 4200 Wilson Boulevard following information available to can file with the Better Business ® Suite 800 give the Customer Assistance Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program Arlington, VA 22203-1838 representative: to enforce your rights. Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 . Vehicle Identification The BBB Auto Line Program is an www.dr.bbb.org/goauto Number (VIN). This is available out-of-court program administered from the vehicle registration or by the Council of Better Business This program is available in all title, or the plate at the top left of Bureaus to settle automotive 50 states and the District of the instrument panel and visible disputes regarding vehicle repairs or Columbia. Eligibility is limited by through the windshield. the interpretation of the New Vehicle vehicle age, mileage, and other Limited Warranty. Although you may factors. General Motors reserves . Dealership name and location. be required to resort to this informal the right to change eligibility . Vehicle delivery date and dispute resolution program prior to limitations and/or discontinue its present mileage. filing a court action, use of the participation in this program. program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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STEP THREE — Canadian For further information concerning Customer Assistance Owners: In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), Offices addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call Cadillac encourages customers to procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care call the toll-free number for and Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-888-446-2000 (English), assistance. However, if a customer Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Cadillac, participation in a no-charge or write to: the letter should be addressed to: mediation/arbitration program. Mediation/Arbitration Program United States and Puerto Rico General Motors of Canada Limited c/o Customer Care Centre has committed to binding arbitration General Motors of Canada Limited Cadillac Customer Assistance of owner disputes involving Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Center factory-related vehicle service 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Cadillac Motor Car Division claims. The program provides for Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 P.O. Box 33169 the review of the facts involved by Detroit, MI 48232-5169 an impartial third party arbiter, and The inquiry should be accompanied www.Cadillac.com may include an informal hearing by the Vehicle Identification before the arbiter. The program is Number (VIN). 1-800-458-8006 designed so that the entire dispute 1-800-833-2622 (For Text settlement process, from the time Telephone devices (TTYs)) you file your complaint to the final Roadside Service: 1-800-224-1400 decision, should be completed in From U.S. Virgin Islands: approximately 70 days. We believe 1-800-496-9994 our impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal, quick, and free of charge. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

13-4 Customer Information

Canada communicate with Cadillac by D (Preferred Dealer dialing: 1-800-833-2622. TTY users General Motors of Canada Limited Information): Select a preferred in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. Canadian Cadillac Customer Care dealer and view dealer location, maps, phone numbers, and hours. Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Online Owner Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive J (Warranty Tracking Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Online Owner Experience Information): Track the vehicle’s www.gm.ca (U.S.) my.cadillac.com warranty information. 1-888-446-2000 (English) The Cadillac online owner J (Recall Information): View 1-800-263-7854 (French) experience is a one-stop resource active recalls or search by Vehicle Roadside Service: 1-800-882-1112 that allows interaction with Cadillac Identification Number (VIN). See Overseas and keeps important vehicle-specific Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) information in one place. on page 12-1. Contact the local General Motors H (Other Account Information): Business Unit. Membership Benefits View GM Card, SiriusXM Satellite E (Vehicle Information): radio, and OnStar account Customer Assistance for Download owner manuals and view information. vehicle-specific how-to videos. Text Telephone (TTY) F (Live Chat Support): Chat live Users G (Maintenance Information): with online help representatives. View maintenance schedules, To assist customers who are deaf, Visit my.cadillac.com to register your required alerts, OnStar onboard hard of hearing, or speech-impaired vehicle. vehicle diagnostic information, and and who use Text Telephones schedule service appointments. (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance I (Service History): View Center. Any TTY user can printable dealer-recorded service records and self-recorded service records. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Cadillac Owner Centre Service is available 24 hours a day, In the U.S., anyone driving the (Canada) cadillacowner.ca 365 days a year. vehicle is covered. In Canada, a person driving the vehicle without Take a trip to the Cadillac Owner Calling for Service permission from the owner is not Centre: When calling Roadside Service, covered. . Chat live with online help have the following information Roadside Service is not a part of the representatives. ready: New Vehicle Limited Warranty. . Locate owner resources such as . Your name, home address, and General Motors North America and lease-end, financing, and home telephone number. Cadillac reserve the right to make warranty information. any changes or discontinue the . Telephone number of your Roadside Service program at any . Retrieve favorite articles, location. time without notification. quizzes, tips, and multimedia . Location of the vehicle. galleries organized into the General Motors North America and Features and Auto Care . Model, year, color, and license Cadillac reserve the right to limit Sections. plate number of the vehicle. services or payment to an owner or driver if they decide the claims are . Download owner manuals. . Odometer reading, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), and made too often, or the same type of . Find Cadillac-recommended delivery date of the vehicle. claim is made many times. maintenance services. . Description of the problem. Cadillac Owner Privileges™ Roadside Service Coverage . Emergency Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel for the U.S.: 1-800-224-1400. Services are provided up to 6 years/ vehicle to get to the nearest Canada: 1-800-882-1112. 110 000 km (70,000 mi), whichever service station. comes first. Text Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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. Lock-Out Service: Service to . Trip Interruption Benefits and specially equipped service vehicle unlock the vehicle if you are Service: If your trip is complete with the necessary locked out. A remote unlock may interrupted due to a warranty Cadillac parts and tools required to be available if you have OnStar. failure, incidental expenses may handle most roadside repairs. For security reasons, the driver be reimbursed during the must present identification 6 years/110 000 km (70,000 mi) Services Not Included in before this service is given. Powertrain warranty period. Roadside Service Items considered are hotel, . Emergency Tow from a Public . Impound towing caused by Road or Highway: Tow to the meals, and rental car. violation of any laws. nearest Cadillac dealer for Cadillac Technician Roadside . Legal fines. warranty service, or if the vehicle Service (U.S. Only) was in a crash and cannot be . Mounting, dismounting, driven. Assistance is also given Cadillac's exceptional Roadside or changing of snow tires, when the vehicle is stuck in the Service is more than an auto club or chains, or other traction devices. towing service. It provides every sand, mud, or snow. . Towing or services for vehicles Cadillac owner in the United States . driven on a non-public road or Flat Tire Change: Service to with the advantage of contacting a highway. change a flat tire with a spare Cadillac advisor and, where tire. The spare tire, if equipped, available, a Cadillac trained dealer Services Specific to must be in good condition and technician who can provide on-site Canadian-Purchased Vehicles properly inflated. It is your service. responsibility for the repair or . Fuel delivery: Reimbursement replacement of the tire if it is not A dealer technician will travel to is up to 7 liters. Diesel fuel covered by the warranty. your location within a 30-mile radius delivery may be restricted. of a participating Cadillac . Battery Jump Start: Service to Propane and other fuels are not dealership. If beyond this radius, we provided through this service. jump start a dead battery. will arrange to have your car towed to the nearest Cadillac dealership. . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle Each technician travels with a registration is required. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Customer Information 13-7

. Trip Interruption Benefits and Scheduling Service Courtesy Transportation Service: Pre-authorization, original detailed receipts, and a Appointments Program copy of the repair orders are When the vehicle requires warranty To enhance your ownership required. Once authorization has service, contact your dealer and experience, we and our participating been received, the Roadside request an appointment. By dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Service advisor will help you scheduling a service appointment Transportation, a customer support make arrangements and explain and advising the service consultant program for vehicles with the how to receive payment. of your transportation needs, your Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty . Alternative Service: If dealer can help minimize your Coverage period in Canada), assistance cannot be provided inconvenience. extended powertrain, and/or right away, the Roadside Service If the vehicle cannot be scheduled hybrid-specific warranties in both advisor may give you permission into the service department the U.S. and Canada. to get local emergency road immediately, keep driving it until it Several Courtesy Transportation service. You will receive can be scheduled for service, options are available to assist in payment, up to $100, after unless, of course, the problem is reducing inconvenience when sending the original receipt to safety related. If it is, please call warranty repairs are required. Roadside Service. Mechanical your dealership, let them know this, Courtesy Transportation is not a failures may be covered, and ask for instructions. however any cost for parts and part of the New Vehicle Limited labor for repairs not covered by If your dealer requests you to bring Warranty. A separate booklet the warranty are the owner the vehicle for service, you are entitled “Limited Warranty and responsibility. urged to do so as early in the work Owner Assistance Information” day as possible to allow for furnished with each new vehicle same-day repair. provides detailed warranty coverage information. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

13-8 Customer Information

Transportation Options original receipts and can only be up insurance coverage, credit card, etc. to the maximum amount allowed by You are responsible for fuel usage Warranty service can generally be GM for shuttle service. In addition, charges and may also be completed while you wait. However, for U.S. customers, should you responsible for taxes, levies, usage if you are unable to wait, GM helps arrange transportation through a fees, excessive mileage, or rental to minimize inconvenience by friend or relative, limited usage beyond the completion of the providing several transportation reimbursement for reasonable fuel repair. options. Depending on the expenses may be available. Claim circumstances, your dealer can offer It may not be possible to provide a amounts should reflect actual costs one of the following: like vehicle as a courtesy rental. and be supported by original Shuttle Service receipts. See your dealer for Additional Program information regarding the allowance Shuttle service is the preferred Information amounts for reimbursement of fuel means of offering Courtesy or other transportation costs. All program options, such as shuttle Transportation. Dealers may provide service, may not be available at shuttle service to get you to your Courtesy Rental Vehicle every dealer. Please contact your destination with minimal interruption Your dealer may arrange to provide dealer for specific information about of your daily schedule. This includes you with a courtesy rental vehicle or availability. All Courtesy one-way or round-trip shuttle service reimburse you for a rental vehicle Transportation arrangements will be within reasonable time and distance that you obtain if the vehicle is kept administered by appropriate dealer parameters of your dealer's area. for an overnight warranty repair. personnel. Public Transportation or Fuel Rental reimbursement will be limited General Motors reserves the right to Reimbursement and must be supported by original unilaterally modify, change, receipts. This requires that you sign If the vehicle requires overnight or discontinue Courtesy and complete a rental agreement warranty repairs, and public Transportation at any time and to and meet state/provincial, local, and transportation is used instead of resolve all questions of claim rental vehicle provider requirements. your dealer's shuttle service, the eligibility pursuant to the terms and Requirements vary and may include expense must be supported by conditions described herein at its minimum age requirements, sole discretion. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Customer Information 13-9

Collision Damage Repair vehicles that were total losses in Repair Facility prior crashes. In most cases, the GM also recommends that you If the vehicle is involved in a parts being recycled are from choose a collision repair facility that collision and it is damaged, have the undamaged sections of the vehicle. meets your needs before you ever damage repaired by a qualified A recycled original equipment GM need collision repairs. Your dealer technician using the proper part may be an acceptable choice to may have a collision repair center equipment and quality replacement maintain the vehicle's originally with GM-trained technicians and parts. Poorly performed collision designed appearance and safety state of the art equipment, or be repairs diminish the vehicle resale performance; however, the history of ‐ ‐ ‐ able to recommend a collision repair value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts center that has GM-trained be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New technicians and comparable collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any equipment. Collision Parts related failures are not covered by that warranty. Insuring the Vehicle Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with the same materials Aftermarket collision parts are also Protect your investment in the GM and construction methods as the available. These are made by vehicle with comprehensive and parts with which the vehicle was companies other than GM and may collision insurance coverage. There originally built. Genuine GM not have been tested for the vehicle. are significant differences in the Collision parts are the best choice to As a result, these parts may fit quality of coverage afforded by ensure that the vehicle's designed poorly, exhibit premature durability/ various insurance policy terms. appearance, durability, and safety corrosion problems, and may not Many insurance policies provide are preserved. The use of Genuine perform properly in subsequent reduced protection to the GM GM parts can help maintain the GM collisions. Aftermarket parts are not vehicle by limiting compensation for New Vehicle Limited Warranty. covered by the GM New Vehicle damage repairs by using Limited Warranty, and any vehicle aftermarket collision parts. Some Recycled original equipment parts failure related to such parts is not insurance companies will not may also be used for repair. These covered by that warranty. specify aftermarket collision parts. parts are typically removed from Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

13-10 Customer Information

When purchasing insurance, we Give only the necessary information If the airbag has inflated, see What recommend that you ensure that the to police and other parties involved Will You See after an Airbag vehicle will be repaired with GM in the crash. Inflates? on page 3-25. original equipment collision parts. For emergency towing see Managing the Vehicle Damage If such insurance coverage is not Roadside Service on page 13-5. available from your current Repair Process insurance carrier, consider switching Gather the following information: In the event that the vehicle requires to another insurance carrier. . Driver name, address, and damage repairs, GM recommends If the vehicle is leased, the leasing telephone number. that you take an active role in its repair. If you have a pre-determined company may require you to have . Driver license number. insurance that ensures repairs with repair facility of choice, take the Genuine GM Original Equipment . Owner name, address, and vehicle there, or have it towed there. Manufacturer (OEM) parts or telephone number. Specify to the facility that any Genuine Manufacturer replacement . Vehicle license plate number. required replacement collision parts parts. Read the lease carefully, as be original equipment parts, either . you may be charged at the end of Vehicle make, model, and new Genuine GM parts or recycled the lease for poor quality repairs. model year. original GM parts. Remember, . Vehicle Identification recycled parts will not be covered by If a Crash Occurs Number (VIN). the GM vehicle warranty. If there has been an injury, call . Insurance company and policy Insurance pays the bill for the repair, emergency services for help. Do not number. but you must live with the repair. leave the scene of a crash until all Depending on your policy limits, matters have been taken care of. . General description of the your insurance company may Move the vehicle only if its position damage to the other vehicle. initially value the repair using puts you in danger, or you are Choose a reputable repair facility aftermarket parts. Discuss this with instructed to move it by a police that uses quality replacement parts. the repair professional, and insist on officer. See “Collision Parts” earlier in this Genuine GM parts. Remember, section. if the vehicle is leased, you may be Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Customer Information 13-11

obligated to have the vehicle Service Bulletins RETAIL SELL PRICE: repaired with Genuine GM parts, $25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and Service Bulletins give additional even if your insurance coverage shipping fees. technical service information does not pay the full cost. needed to knowledgeably service Current and Past Models If another party's insurance General Motors cars and trucks. company is paying for the repairs, Each bulletin contains instructions Technical Service Bulletins and you are not obligated to accept a to assist in the diagnosis and Manuals are available for current repair valuation based on that service of the vehicle. and past model GM vehicles. insurance company's collision policy ORDER TOLL FREE: repair limits, as you have no Owner Information 1-800-551-4123 Monday – Friday contractual limits with that company. Owner publications are written 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Eastern Time In such cases, you can have control specifically for owners and intended For Credit Card Orders Only of the repair and parts choices as to provide basic operational (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), see long as the cost stays within information about the vehicle. The Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com. reasonable limits. Owner Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all Or write to: Service Publications models. Helm, Incorporated Ordering Information In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Attention: Customer Service Owner Manual, and Warranty 47911 Halyard Drive Service Manuals Manual. Plymouth, MI 48170 Service Manuals have the diagnosis RETAIL SELL PRICE: Prices are subject to change without and repair information on the $35.00 (U.S.) plus handling and notice and without incurring engines, transmission, axle, shipping fees. obligation. Allow ample time for suspension, brakes, electrical, delivery. steering, body, etc. Without Portfolio: Owner Manual only. All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Make checks payable in U.S. funds. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

13-12 Customer Information

Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot Reporting Safety Defects become involved in individual to the Canadian Defects problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. Government Reporting Safety Defects To contact NHTSA, you may call If you live in Canada, and you believe that the vehicle has a safety to the United States the Vehicle Safety Hotline Government defect, notify Transport Canada toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 immediately, and notify General If you believe that your vehicle (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Motors of Canada Limited. Call has a defect which could cause http://www.safercar.gov; or Transport Canada at a crash or could cause injury or write to: 1-800-333-0510 or write to: death, you should immediately Administrator, NHTSA Transport Canada inform the National Highway 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Road Safety Branch Traffic Safety Administration Washington, D.C. 20590 80 rue Noel (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Gatineau , QC J8Z 0A1 You can also obtain other General Motors. information about motor Reporting Safety Defects If NHTSA receives similar vehicle safety from complaints, it may open an http://www.safercar.gov. to General Motors investigation, and if it finds that In addition to notifying NHTSA (or a safety defect exists in a group Transport Canada) in a situation like of vehicles, it may order a recall this, notify General Motors. and remedy campaign. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Customer Information 13-13

Call 1-800-458-8006, or write: Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders Cadillac Customer Assistance Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an Center event data recorder (EDR). The Cadillac Motor Car Division Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to P.O. Box 33169 record, in certain crash or near Detroit , MI 48232-5169 The vehicle has a number of computers that record information crash-like situations, such as an air In Canada, call 1‐888‐446‐2000, about the vehicle’s performance and bag deployment or hitting a road or write: how it is driven. For example, the obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle s Canadian Cadillac Customer Care vehicle uses computer modules to ’ systems performed. The EDR is Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 monitor and control engine and designed to record data related to General Motors of Canada Limited transmission performance, to monitor the conditions for airbag vehicle dynamics and safety 1908 Colonel Sam Drive systems for a short period of time, Oshawa , Ontario L1H 8P7 deployment and deploy them in a crash, and, if equipped, to provide typically 30 seconds or less. The antilock braking to help the driver EDR in this vehicle is designed to control the vehicle. These modules record such data as: may store data to help the dealer . How various systems in your technician service the vehicle. vehicle were operating; Some modules may also store data . about how the vehicle is operated, Whether or not the driver and such as rate of fuel consumption or passenger safety belts were average speed. These modules may buckled/fastened; retain personal preferences, such as . How far (if at all) the driver was radio presets, seat positions, and depressing the accelerator and/ temperature settings. or brake pedal; and, . How fast the vehicle was traveling. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

13-14 Customer Information

These data can help provide a if the vehicle is leased, with the OnStar Terms and Conditions and better understanding of the consent of the lessee; in response Privacy Statement on the OnStar circumstances in which crashes and to an official request by police or website. injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are similar government office; as part of recorded by your vehicle only if a GM's defense of litigation through Infotainment System non-trivial crash situation occurs; no the discovery process; or, as data are recorded by the EDR under required by law. Data that GM If the vehicle is equipped with a normal driving conditions and no collects or receives may also be navigation system as part of the personal data (e.g., name, gender, used for GM research needs or may infotainment system, use of the age, and crash location) are be made available to others for system may result in the storage of recorded. However, other parties, research purposes, where a need is destinations, addresses, telephone such as law enforcement, could shown and the data is not tied to a numbers, and other trip information. combine the EDR data with the type specific vehicle or vehicle owner. See the infotainment manual for of personally identifying data information on stored data and for routinely acquired during a crash OnStar® deletion instructions. investigation. If the vehicle is equipped with Radio Frequency ® To read data recorded by an EDR, OnStar and has an active Identification (RFID) special equipment is required, and subscription, additional data may be access to the vehicle or the EDR is collected through the OnStar RFID technology is used in some needed. In addition to the vehicle system. This includes information vehicles for functions such as tire manufacturer, other parties, such as about the vehicle’s operation; pressure monitoring and ignition law enforcement, that have the collisions involving the vehicle; the system security, as well as in special equipment, can read the use of the vehicle and its features; connection with conveniences such information if they have access to and, in certain situations, the as Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the vehicle or the EDR. location and approximate GPS transmitters for remote door locking/ GM will not access this data or speed of the vehicle. Refer to the unlocking and starting, and share it with others except: with the in-vehicle transmitters for garage consent of the vehicle owner or, door openers. RFID technology in Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

Customer Information 13-15

GM vehicles does not use or record personal information or link with any other GM system containing personal information. Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS‐GEN/210/220/310. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. The device may not cause harmful interference. 2. The device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications to any of these systems by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

13-16 Customer Information

2 NOTES Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

OnStar 14-1

OnStar OnStar Overview Press = to: . Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. OnStar Overview OnStar Overview ...... 14-1 . Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling voice commands. OnStar Services . Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Emergency ...... 14-2 Navigation voice commands. Security ...... 14-2 Requires the available Directions Navigation ...... 14-2 If equipped, this vehicle has a and Connections service plan. Connections ...... 14-3 comprehensive, in-vehicle system Vehicle Diagnostics ...... 14-5 that can connect to a live Advisor Press Q to connect to a live for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Advisor to: OnStar Additional Information Connection, and Diagnostic . OnStar Additional Services. Verify account information or Information ...... 14-5 update contact information. The OnStar system status light is . next to the OnStar buttons. If the Get driving directions. Requires status light is: the available Directions and Connections service plan. . Solid Green: System is ready. . Receive On-Demand . Flashing Green: On a call. Diagnostics for a check of the . Red: Indicates a problem. vehicle’s key operating systems. . Receive Roadside Assistance. Press Q or call 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an Advisor. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

14-2 OnStar

Press the OnStar Emergency OnStar Services Navigation button > to get a priority OnStar navigation requires the connection to an Emergency Emergency Directions and Connections Advisor available 24/7 to: With Automatic Crash Response, service plan. . Get help for an emergency. the built-in system can automatically Press Q to receive directions or . Be a Good Samaritan or connect to help in most crashes, have them sent to the vehicle respond to an AMBER Alert. even if help cannot be requested. navigation screen, if equipped. . Get assistance in severe Press > to connect to an Destinations can also be forwarded weather or other crisis and Emergency Advisor. GPS to the vehicle from MapQuest.com. evacuation routes. technology is used to identify the The OnStar mapping database is vehicle location and can provide continuously updated. For coverage critical information to emergency maps, see www.onstar.com (U.S.) personnel. The Advisor is also or www.onstar.ca (Canada). trained to offer critical assistance in Turn-by-Turn Navigation emergency situations. 1. Press Q to connect to a live Security Advisor. OnStar provides services like Stolen 2. Request directions. Vehicle Assistance, Remote Ignition 3. Directions are downloaded to the Block, and Roadside Assistance, vehicle. if equipped. OnStar can unlock the vehicle doors remotely, if equipped 4. Follow the voice-guided with automatic door locks, and can commands. help police locate the vehicle if it is stolen. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

OnStar 14-3

Using Voice Commands 2. Say “Repeat.” System responds After the call ends, press the “Go” During a Planned Route with the last direction given, then button on the navigation screen to responds with “OnStar ready,” begin driving directions. Cancel Route then a tone. If directions are downloaded to the 1. Press =. System responds: Get My Destination navigation system, the route can “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Say = only be canceled through the “Cancel route.” System 1. Press . System responds: navigation system. “OnStar ready,” then a tone. responds: “Do you want to Destinations can also be cancel directions?” 2. Say “Get my destination.” downloaded on the go. For 2. Say “Yes.” System responds: System responds with the information about eNav, Destination “OK, request completed, thank address and the distance to the Download, and coverage maps see you, goodbye.” destination, then responds with www.onstar.com (U.S.) or “OnStar ready,” then a tone. www.onstar.ca (Canada). Route Preview Other Navigation Services 1. Press =. System responds: Available from OnStar Connections “OnStar ready,” then a tone. OnStar eNav: Allows subscribers OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows 2. Say “Route preview.” System to send destinations from calls to be made and received from responds with the next three MapQuest.com to their Turn-by-Turn the vehicle. The vehicle can also be maneuvers. Navigation or screen-based controlled through the OnStar RemoteLink® mobile app. For Repeat navigation system. When ready, the directions will be downloaded to the coverage maps, see 1. Press =. System responds: vehicle. www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Destination Download: Press Q, then request the Advisor to download directions to the navigation system in the vehicle. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

14-4 OnStar

OnStar Mobile App Calling 911 Emergency Store a Name Tag for Speed Dialing Download the OnStar RemoteLink 1. Press =. System responds: mobile app to select Apple®, “OnStar ready,” followed by 1. Press =. System responds: Android , and BlackBerry® devices ™ a tone. OnStar ready. to check vehicle fuel level, oil life, “ ” or tire pressure; to start the vehicle 2. Say “Call.” System responds: 2. Say “Store.” System responds: (if equipped) or unlock it; or to “Please say the name or number “Please say the number you connect to an OnStar Advisor. For to call.” would like to store.” OnStar RemoteLink information and 3. Say “911” without pausing. 3. Say the entire number without compatibility, see www.onstar.com System responds: “911.” pausing. System responds: (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). 4. Say “Call.” System responds: “Please say the name tag.” Hands-Free Calling “OK, dialing 911.” 4. Pick a name tag. System responds: About to store . Does that sound OK?” “OnStar ready.” 1. Press =. System responds: 5. Say “Yes” or say “No” to try 2. Say Call. System responds: “ ” “OnStar ready.” again. System responds: “OK, Please say the name or number “ storing .” to call.” 2. Say “My number.” System responds: “Your OnStar 3. Say the entire number without Place a Call Using a Stored Hands-Free Calling number is,” Number pausing, including a “1” and the then says the number. area code. System responds: 1. Press =. System responds: “OK calling.” End a Call “OnStar ready.” = Press . System responds: “Call 2. Say “Call .” System ended.” responds: “OK, calling .” Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

OnStar 14-5

Verify Minutes and Expiration OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Press = and say “Minutes” then Information Automatic Crash Response, “Verify” to check how many minutes Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, remain and their expiration date. Transferring Service Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Q Vehicle Diagnostics Press to request account transfer Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn eligibility information. The Advisor Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will can assist in canceling or removing are available on most vehicles. Not perform a vehicle check every account information. If OnStar all OnStar services are available month. It will check the engine, receives information that vehicle everywhere or on all vehicles. For transmission, antilock brakes, and ownership has changed, OnStar more information, a full description major vehicle systems. It also may send a voice message to the of OnStar services, system checks the tire pressures, if the vehicle, requesting updated account limitations, and OnStar terms and vehicle is equipped with the Tire information. conditions: Pressure Monitoring System. If an . Call 888-4-ONSTAR On-Demand Diagnostics check is Reactivation for Subsequent Owners (888-466-7827). needed between e-mails, press Q, . See www.onstar.com (U.S.). and an Advisor can run a check. Press Q and follow the prompts to speak to an Advisor as soon as . See www.onstar.ca (Canada). possible after acquiring the vehicle. . Call TTY 1-877-248-2080. The Advisor will update vehicle records and will explain the OnStar . Press Q to speak with an service offers and options available. Advisor. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

14-6 OnStar

OnStar services require a vehicle service such as hills, tall buildings, TTY Users electrical system, wireless service, tunnels, weather, electrical system OnStar has the ability to and GPS satellite technologies to be design and architecture of the communicate to the deaf, available and operating for features vehicle, damage to the vehicle in a hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired to function properly. These systems crash, or wireless phone network customers while in the vehicle. The may not operate if the battery is congestion or jamming. available dealer-installed TTY discharged or disconnected. See Radio Frequency Statement on system can provide in-vehicle OnStar service cannot work unless page 13-15. access to all of the OnStar services, your vehicle is in a place where except Virtual Advisor and OnStar OnStar has an agreement with a Services for People with Turn-by-Turn Navigation. wireless service provider for service Disabilities in that area, and the wireless Advisors provide services to help OnStar.com (U.S.) or OnStar.ca service provider has coverage, subscribers with physical disabilities (Canada) network capacity, reception, and and medical conditions. The website provides access to technology compatible with OnStar Q account information, allows service. Service involving location Press for help with: management of the OnStar information about the vehicle cannot . Locating a gas station with an subscription, and viewing of videos work unless GPS signals are attendant to pump gas. of each service. Get subscription available, unobstructed, and plan pricing and sign up for OnStar . Finding a hotel, restaurant, etc., compatible with the OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics. Click on the that meets accessibility needs. hardware. OnStar service may not “My Account” tab on the home work if the OnStar equipment is not . Providing directions to the page. The website navigation and properly installed or it has not been closest hospital or pharmacy in services provided may vary by properly maintained. If equipment or urgent situations. country. software is added, connected, or modified, OnStar service may not work. Other problems beyond the control of OnStar may prevent Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

OnStar 14-7

OnStar Personal Identification Potential Issues . In emergency situations, OnStar Number (PIN) can use the last stored GPS OnStar cannot perform Remote location to send to emergency A PIN is needed to access some of Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle responders. the OnStar services, like Remote Assistance after the vehicle has . Door Unlock and Stolen Vehicle been off continuously for five days. A temporary loss of GPS can Assistance. You will be prompted to After five days, OnStar can contact cause loss of the ability to send change the PIN the first time when Roadside Assistance and a a Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. speaking with an Advisor. To locksmith to help gain access to the The Advisor may give a verbal change the OnStar PIN, call OnStar vehicle. route or may ask for a call back and provide the Advisor with the after the vehicle is driven into an current number. Global Positioning open area. System (GPS) Warranty Cellular and GPS Antennas . Obstruction of the GPS can OnStar equipment may be occur in a large city with tall Avoid placing items over or near the warranted as part of the New buildings; in parking garages; antenna to prevent blocking cellular Vehicle Limited Warranty. The around airports; in tunnels, and GPS signal reception. Cellular manufacturer of the vehicle underpasses, or parking reception is required for OnStar to furnishes detailed warranty garages; or in an area with very send remote signals to the vehicle. information. dense trees. If GPS signals are Unable to Connect to OnStar not available, the OnStar system Message Languages should still operate to call The vehicle can be programmed to OnStar. However, OnStar could If there is limited cellular coverage respond in multiple languages. have difficulty identifying the or the cellular network has reached Q exact location. maximum capacity, this message Press and ask an Advisor. Q Advisors are available in English, may come on. Press to try the Spanish and French. Available call again or try again after driving a languages may vary by country. few miles into another cellular area. Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

14-8 OnStar

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INDEX i-1

A Airbag System Alert Check ...... 3-32 Side Blind Zone (SBZA) ...... 9-53 Accessories and How Does an Airbag All-Wheel Drive ...... 9-26, 10-23 Modifications ...... 10-3 Restrain? ...... 3-24 Antilock Brake Accessory Power ...... 9-19 Passenger Sensing System (ABS) ...... 9-27 Active Emergency System ...... 3-26 Warning Light ...... 5-20 Braking System ...... 1-18, 9-51 What Makes an Airbag Appearance Care Adaptive Cruise Control ...... 9-36 Inflate? ...... 3-24 Exterior ...... 10-87 Adaptive Forward What Will You See after an Interior ...... 10-92 Lighting (AFL) ...... 6-4 Airbag Inflates? ...... 3-25 Armrest Storage ...... 4-2 Adaptive Forward Lighting When Should an Airbag Ashtrays ...... 5-8 (AFL) Light ...... 5-25 Inflate? ...... 3-23 Assistance Systems for Add-On Electrical Where Are the Airbags? ...... 3-21 Driving ...... 9-49 Equipment ...... 9-69 Airbags Assistance Systems for Additional Information ® Adding Equipment to the Parking and Backing ...... 9-44 OnStar ...... 14-5 Vehicle ...... 3-31 Automatic Adjustable Throttle and Passenger Status Indicator . . .5-15 Dimming Mirrors ...... 2-21 Brake Pedal ...... 9-15 Readiness Light ...... 5-14 Door Locks ...... 2-11 Adjustments Servicing Airbag-Equipped Transmission ...... 9-22 Lumbar, Front Seats ...... 3-4 Vehicles ...... 3-31 Transmission Fluid ...... 10-10 Thigh Support ...... 3-5 System Check ...... 3-20 Automatic Transmission Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . 10-10 Alarm Manual Mode ...... 9-24 Air Filter, Passenger Vehicle Security ...... 2-17 Shift Lock Control Compartment ...... 8-8 Function Check ...... 10-23 Air Vents ...... 8-7 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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B Bulb Replacement ...... 10-33 Cargo Back-up Lamps ...... 10-31 Cover ...... 4-3 Battery ...... 10-22 Halogen Bulbs ...... 10-26 Management System ...... 4-5 Exterior Lighting Battery Headlamp Aiming ...... 10-26 Tie-Downs ...... 4-5 Saver ...... 6-10 Headlamps ...... 10-26, 10-27 Cargo Lamp ...... 6-8 Jump Starting ...... 10-80 High Intensity Discharge Cargo Net ...... 4-9 Load Management ...... 6-9 (HID) Lighting ...... 10-26 Cautions, Danger, and Power Protection ...... 6-10 License Plate Lamps ...... 10-32 Warnings ...... iv Voltage and Charging Turn Signal Lamps ...... 10-30 Center Console Storage ...... 4-3 Messages ...... 5-29 Buying New Tires ...... 10-58 Chains, Tire ...... 10-62 Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . 10-24 Charging System Light ...... 5-16 Brake Check Pedal and Adjustable C Engine Light ...... 5-16 Throttle ...... 9-15 Calibration ...... 5-6 Child Restraints System Warning Light ...... 5-19 California Infants and Young Brakes ...... 10-20 Fuel Requirements ...... 9-58 Children ...... 3-35 Antilock ...... 9-27 Perchlorate Materials Lower Anchors and Assist ...... 9-29 Requirements ...... 10-3 Tethers for Children ...... 3-40 Fluid ...... 10-21 Warning ...... 10-2 Older Children ...... 3-33 Parking ...... 9-28 Canadian Vehicle Owners ...... iii Securing ...... 3-48, 3-50 System Messages ...... 5-29 Capacities and Systems ...... 3-37 Braking ...... 9-3 Specifications ...... 12-2 Cigarette Lighter ...... 5-8 Braking System Carbon Monoxide Circuit Breakers ...... 10-34 Active Emergency ...... 1-18 Engine Exhaust ...... 9-21 Cleaning Break-In, New Vehicle ...... 9-14 Liftgate ...... 2-13 Winter Driving ...... 9-7 Exterior Care ...... 10-87 Interior Care ...... 10-92 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

INDEX i-3

Climate Control Systems Coolant Customer Satisfaction Dual Automatic ...... 8-1 Engine ...... 10-13 Procedure ...... 13-1 Rear ...... 8-6 Engine Temperature Clock ...... 5-6 Gauge ...... 5-13 D Cluster, Instrument ...... 5-10 Engine Temperature Damage Repair, Collision ...... 13-9 Collision Damage Repair ...... 13-9 Warning Light ...... 5-22 Danger, Warnings, and Compact Spare Tire ...... 10-79 Cooling System ...... 10-12 Cautions ...... iv Compartments Engine Messages ...... 5-31 Data Recorders, Event ...... 13-13 Storage ...... 4-1 Courtesy Lamps ...... 6-8 Daytime Running Compass ...... 5-6 Courtesy Transportation Lamps (DRL) ...... 6-4 Messages ...... 5-30 Program ...... 13-7 Defensive Driving ...... 9-3 Compressor Kit, Tire Cover Delayed Locking ...... 2-11 Sealant ...... 10-65 Cargo ...... 4-3 Distracted Driving ...... 9-2 Connections Engine ...... 10-6 ® Dome Lamps ...... 6-8 OnStar ...... 14-3 Cruise Control ...... 9-33 Door Control Light ...... 5-26 Ajar Messages ...... 5-31 Traction and Electronic Messages ...... 5-30 Delayed Locking ...... 2-11 Stability ...... 9-30 Cruise Control, Active ...... 9-36 Locks ...... 2-10 Control of a Vehicle ...... 9-3 Cupholders ...... 4-2 Power Locks ...... 2-11 Convenience Net ...... 4-11 Customer Assistance ...... 13-4 Rear Seat Pass-Through . . . . .3-12 Convex Mirrors ...... 2-19 Offices ...... 13-3 Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . 12-4 Text Telephone (TTY) Drive Systems Users ...... 13-4 All-Wheel Drive ...... 9-26, 10-23 Customer Information Driver Assistance Systems . . . . 9-44 Service Publications Driver Information Ordering Information ...... 13-11 Center (DIC) ...... 5-26 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

i-4 INDEX

Driving Electrical System Engine (cont'd) Assistance Systems ...... 9-49 Engine Compartment Exhaust ...... 9-21 Characteristics and Fuse Block ...... 10-34 Gasoline Starting ...... 9-17 Towing Tips ...... 9-61 Fuses and Circuit Heater ...... 9-19 Defensive ...... 9-3 Breakers ...... 10-34 Oil Life System ...... 10-9 Drunk ...... 9-3 Instrument Panel Fuse Oil Messages ...... 5-32 For Better Fuel Economy . . . . .1-21 Block ...... 10-37 Overheating ...... 10-17 Highway Hypnosis ...... 9-6 Overload ...... 10-33 Power Messages ...... 5-32 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 9-7 Rear Compartment Fuse Pressure Light ...... 5-23 If the Vehicle is Stuck ...... 9-9 Block ...... 10-39 Running While Parked ...... 9-22 Loss of Control ...... 9-5 Emergency Entry Lighting ...... 6-9 Off-Road Recovery ...... 9-5 OnStar® ...... 14-2 Equipment, Towing ...... 9-67 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 9-10 Engine Event Data Recorders ...... 13-13 Wet Roads ...... 9-6 Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 10-10 Exit Lighting ...... 6-9 Winter ...... 9-7 Check and Service Engine Extender, Safety Belt ...... 3-18 Dual Automatic Climate Soon Light ...... 5-16 Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 6-1 Control System ...... 8-1 Compartment Overview ...... 10-5 Exterior Lighting Battery Coolant ...... 10-13 Saver ...... 6-10 E Coolant Temperature ECO Button ...... 9-25 Gauge ...... 5-13 F Economy Mode Coolant Temperature Features Fuel ...... 9-25 Warning Light ...... 5-22 Memory ...... 1-8 Electric Parking Brake Light . . . 5-19 Cooling System ...... 10-12 Filter, Electrical Equipment, Cooling System Messages . . .5-31 Engine Air Cleaner ...... 10-10 Add-On ...... 9-69 Cover ...... 10-6 Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-3 Drive Belt Routing ...... 12-4 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...... 6-6 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

INDEX i-5

Flat Tire ...... 10-63 Fuel (cont'd) Gauges Changing ...... 10-73 Foreign Countries ...... 9-58 Engine Coolant Floor Mats ...... 10-95 Gasoline Specifications ...... 9-58 Temperature ...... 5-13 Fluid Gauge ...... 5-12 Fuel ...... 5-12 Automatic Transmission . . . . 10-10 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 5-24 Odometer ...... 5-11 Brakes ...... 10-21 Recommended ...... 9-57 Speedometer ...... 5-11 Power Steering ...... 10-18 Requirements, California . . . . .9-58 Tachometer ...... 5-12 Washer ...... 10-19 System Messages ...... 5-33 Trip Odometer ...... 5-12 Fog Lamps Fuel Economy Mode ...... 9-25 Warning Lights and Front ...... 6-7 Fuses Indicators ...... 5-9 Folding Mirrors ...... 2-20 Engine Compartment General Information Forward Collision Alert Fuse Block ...... 10-34 Service and Maintenance . . . . . 11-1 (FCA) System ...... 9-49 Fuses and Circuit Towing ...... 9-61 Front Fog Lamp Breakers ...... 10-34 Vehicle Care ...... 10-2 Light ...... 5-25 Instrument Panel Fuse Glove Box ...... 4-1 Front Seats Block ...... 10-37 Adjustment ...... 3-3 Rear Compartment Fuse H Heated and Ventilated ...... 3-8 Block ...... 10-39 Halogen Bulbs ...... 10-26 Front Storage ...... 4-2 Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 6-6 Fuel ...... 9-57 G Head Restraints ...... 3-2 Additives ...... 9-59 Garage Door Opener ...... 5-46 Headlamps ...... 10-27 Economy Driving ...... 1-21 Programming ...... 5-46 Adaptive Forward Economy Light ...... 5-24 Gasoline Lighting (AFL) ...... 6-4 Filling a Portable Fuel Specifications ...... 9-58 Aiming ...... 10-26 Container ...... 9-60 Gasoline Engine, Starting ...... 9-17 Bulb Replacement ...... 10-26 Filling the Tank ...... 9-59 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

i-6 INDEX

Headlamps (cont'd) How to Wear Safety Belts L Daytime Running Properly ...... 3-13 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...... 10-44 Lamps (DRL) ...... 6-4 Lamps Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-3 I Cargo ...... 6-8 High Intensity Discharge Ignition Positions ...... 9-15 Courtesy ...... 6-8 (HID) Lighting ...... 10-26 Immobilizer ...... 2-18 Daytime Running (DRL) ...... 6-4 High-Beam On Light ...... 5-25 Indicator Dome ...... 6-8 High/Low Beam Changer ...... 6-3 Vehicle Ahead ...... 5-21 Exterior Controls ...... 6-1 Lamps On Reminder ...... 5-25 Infants and Young Children, Exterior Lighting Battery Turn Signal Lamps ...... 10-30 Restraints ...... 3-35 Saver ...... 6-10 Twilight Sentinel ...... 6-5 Infotainment ...... 7-1 Front Fog ...... 6-7 Washer ...... 5-6 Infotainment System ...... 13-14 License Plate ...... 10-32 Heated Instrument Cluster ...... 5-10 Malfunction Indicator ...... 5-16 Rear Seats ...... 3-11 Interior Rearview Mirrors ...... 2-21 Messages ...... 5-33 Steering Wheel ...... 5-3 Introduction ...... iii On Reminder ...... 5-25 Heated and Ventilated Front Reading ...... 6-8 Seats ...... 3-8 Lane Departure Heated Mirrors ...... 2-21 J Warning (LDW) ...... 9-55 Heater Jump Starting ...... 10-80 Lane Departure Warning Engine ...... 9-19 Light ...... 5-21 High-Beam On Light ...... 5-25 K Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 3-14 High-Speed Operation ...... 10-51 Key and Lock Messages ...... 5-33 LATCH System Highway Hypnosis ...... 9-6 Keyless Entry Replacing Parts after a Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 9-7 Remote (RKE) System ...... 2-3 Crash ...... 3-48 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 9-30 Keys ...... 2-1 LATCH, Lower Anchors and Hood ...... 10-4 Tethers for Children ...... 3-40 Horn ...... 5-3 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

INDEX i-7

Liftgate Lights (cont'd) Lumbar Adjustment ...... 3-4 Carbon Monoxide ...... 2-13 High/Low Beam Changer ...... 6-3 Front Seats ...... 3-4 Light Lane Departure Warning ...... 5-21 Adaptive Forward Lighting Low Fuel Warning ...... 5-24 M (AFL) Light ...... 5-25 Safety Belt Reminders ...... 5-13 Maintenance Lighter, Cigarette ...... 5-8 Security ...... 5-24 Records ...... 11-15 Lighting Service Electric Parking Maintenance Schedule Adaptive Forward ...... 6-4 Brake ...... 5-20 ® Recommended Fluids Entry ...... 6-9 StabiliTrak OFF ...... 5-22 and Lubricants ...... 11-13 Exit ...... 6-9 Tire Pressure ...... 5-23 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . 5-16 Illumination Control ...... 6-7 Traction Control System ® Manual Mode ...... 9-24 Lights (TCS)/StabiliTrak ...... 5-22 Memory Features ...... 1-8 Airbag Readiness ...... 5-14 Traction Off ...... 5-21 Memory Seats ...... 3-6 Antilock Brake System Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...... 9-32 Messages (ABS) Warning ...... 5-20 Locks Airbag System ...... 5-37 Brake System Warning ...... 5-19 Automatic Door ...... 2-11 Battery Voltage and Charging System ...... 5-16 Delayed Locking ...... 2-11 Charging ...... 5-29 Cruise Control ...... 5-26 Door ...... 2-10 Brake System ...... 5-29 Electric Parking Brake ...... 5-19 Lockout Protection ...... 2-12 Compass ...... 5-30 Engine Coolant Power Door ...... 2-11 Door Ajar ...... 5-31 Temperature Warning ...... 5-22 Safety ...... 2-12 Engine Cooling System ...... 5-31 Engine Oil Pressure ...... 5-23 Loss of Control ...... 9-5 Engine Oil ...... 5-32 Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-3 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 5-24 Engine Power ...... 5-32 Front Fog Lamp ...... 5-25 Lower Anchors and Tethers Fuel System ...... 5-33 Fuel Economy ...... 5-24 for Children (LATCH Key and Lock ...... 5-33 High-Beam On ...... 5-25 System) ...... 3-40 Lamp ...... 5-33 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

i-8 INDEX

Messages (cont'd) N OnStar® Connections ...... 14-3 Object Detection System . . . . .5-34 OnStar® Emergency ...... 14-2 Navigation ® Ride Control System ...... 5-37 ® OnStar Navigation ...... 14-2 OnStar ...... 14-2 Security ...... 5-38 OnStar® Overview ...... 14-1 Net Service Vehicle ...... 5-38 OnStar® Security ...... 14-2 Cargo ...... 4-9 Starting the Vehicle ...... 5-38 OnStar® Vehicle Net, Convenience ...... 4-11 Tire ...... 5-38 Diagnostics ...... 14-5 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 9-14 Transmission ...... 5-39 Ordering Vehicle ...... 5-29 Service Publications ...... 13-11 Vehicle Reminder ...... 5-39 O Outlets Vehicle Speed ...... 5-39 Object Detection System Power ...... 5-7 Washer Fluid ...... 5-39 Messages ...... 5-34 Overheating, Engine ...... 10-17 Mirrors Odometer ...... 5-11 Automatic Dimming ...... 2-21 Trip ...... 5-12 Off-Road P Automatic Dimming Park Recovery ...... 9-5 Rearview ...... 2-22 Shifting Into ...... 9-19 Oil Convex ...... 2-19 Shifting Out of ...... 9-20 Engine ...... 10-7 Folding ...... 2-20 Parking Engine Oil Life System ...... 10-9 Heated ...... 2-21 Brake ...... 9-28 Messages ...... 5-32 Manual Rearview ...... 2-21 Brake and P (Park) Pressure Light ...... 5-23 Power ...... 2-20 Mechanism Check ...... 10-24 Older Children, Restraints . . . . . 3-33 Tilt in Reverse ...... 2-21 Over Things That Burn ...... 9-21 Mirrors, Interior Rearview ...... 2-21 Online Owner Center ...... 13-4 ® Parking or Backing OnStar Monitor System, Tire Assistance Systems ...... 9-44 Pressure ...... 10-51 System, In Brief ...... 1-22 ® Passenger Airbag Status OnStar Additional Indicator ...... 5-15 Information ...... 14-5 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

INDEX i-9

Passenger Compartment Air R Remote Vehicle Start ...... 2-8 Filter ...... 8-8 Replacement Bulbs ...... 10-33 Radio Frequency Passenger Sensing System . . . 3-26 Replacement Parts Identification (RFID) ...... 13-14 Perchlorate Materials Airbags ...... 3-32 Statement ...... 13-15 Requirements, California . . . . . 10-3 Maintenance ...... 11-14 Reading Lamps ...... 6-8 Personalization Replacing Airbag System ...... 3-32 Rear Axle Vehicle ...... 5-40 Replacing LATCH System Limited-Slip ...... 9-32 Power Parts after a Crash ...... 3-48 Rear Climate Control System . . . 8-6 Door Locks ...... 2-11 Replacing Safety Belt Rear Seat Mirrors ...... 2-20 System Parts after a Crash . . . 3-19 Pass-Through Door ...... 3-12 Outlets ...... 5-7 Reporting Safety Defects Rear Seats ...... 3-10 Protection, Battery ...... 6-10 Canadian Government ...... 13-12 Heated ...... 3-11 Retained Accessory (RAP) . . .9-19 General Motors ...... 13-12 Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . 5-5 Seat Adjustment ...... 3-4 U.S. Government ...... 13-12 Rearview Mirrors ...... 2-21 Steering Fluid ...... 10-18 Restraints Automatic Dimming ...... 2-22 Windows ...... 2-22 Where to Put ...... 3-39 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 3-5 Pregnancy, Using Safety Retained Accessory Recommended Belts ...... 3-18 Power (RAP) ...... 9-19 Fuel ...... 9-57 Privacy Reverse Tilt Mirrors ...... 2-21 Recommended Fluids and Ride Control Systems Radio Frequency Lubricants ...... 11-13 Identification (RFID) ...... 13-14 Limited Slip Rear Axle ...... 9-32 Records Program Messages ...... 5-37 Maintenance ...... 11-15 Courtesy Transportation ...... 13-7 Selective ...... 9-32 Recreational Vehicle Proposition 65 Warning, Roads Towing ...... 10-84 California ...... 10-2 Driving, Wet ...... 9-6 Remote Keyless Entry Roadside Service ...... 13-5 (RKE) System ...... 2-2, 2-3 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

i-10 INDEX

Roof Seats Service (cont'd) Sunroof ...... 2-25 Adjustment, Front ...... 3-3 Maintenance, General Roof Rack System ...... 4-11 Head Restraints ...... 3-2 Information ...... 11-1 Rotation, Tires ...... 10-56 Heated and Ventilated Front . . . 3-8 Parts Identification Label . . . . .12-1 Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . 12-4 Heated, Rear ...... 3-11 Publications Ordering Running the Vehicle While Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . 3-4 Information ...... 13-11 Parked ...... 9-22 Memory ...... 3-6 Scheduling Appointments . . . . .13-7 Power Adjustment, Front ...... 3-4 Vehicle Messages ...... 5-38 S Rear ...... 3-10 Service Electric Parking Safety Belts ...... 3-12 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 3-5 Brake Light ...... 5-20 Care ...... 3-19 Securing Child Servicing the Airbag ...... 3-31 Extender ...... 3-18 Restraints ...... 3-48, 3-50 Shift Lock Control Function How to Wear Safety Belts Security Check, Automatic Properly ...... 3-13 Light ...... 5-24 Transmission ...... 10-23 Messages ...... 5-38 Shifting Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 3-14 ® Reminders ...... 5-13 OnStar ...... 14-2 Into Park ...... 9-19 Replacing after a Crash ...... 3-19 Vehicle ...... 2-17 Out of Park ...... 9-20 Use During Pregnancy ...... 3-18 Vehicle Alarm ...... 2-17 Side Blind Zone Safety Defects Reporting Selective Ride Control ...... 9-32 Alert (SBZA) ...... 9-53 Canadian Government ...... 13-12 Service Signals, Turn and General Motors ...... 13-12 Accessories and Lane-Change ...... 6-6 U.S. Government ...... 13-12 Modifications ...... 10-3 Spare Tire Safety Locks ...... 2-12 Doing Your Own Work ...... 10-3 Compact ...... 10-79 Safety System Check ...... 3-18 Engine Soon Light ...... 5-16 Specifications and Scheduling Appointments ...... 13-7 Maintenance Records ...... 11-15 Capacities ...... 12-2 Sealant Kit, Tire ...... 10-65 Speedometer ...... 5-11 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

INDEX i-11

StabiliTrak Stuck Vehicle ...... 9-9 Tires (cont'd) OFF Light ...... 5-22 Sun Visors ...... 2-25 Designations ...... 10-46 Start Assist, Hills ...... 9-30 Sunroof ...... 2-25 Different Size ...... 10-59 Start Vehicle, Remote ...... 2-8 Symbols ...... iv If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 10-63 Starter Switch Check ...... 10-23 System Inflation Monitor System . . . . 10-52 Starting the Gasoline Active Emergency Braking . . . .9-51 Inspection ...... 10-55 Engine ...... 9-17 Forward Collision Messages ...... 5-38 Starting the Vehicle Alert (FCA) ...... 9-49 Pressure ...... 10-51 Messages ...... 5-38 Infotainment ...... 7-1, 13-14 Pressure Light ...... 5-23 Steering ...... 9-4 Roof Rack ...... 4-11 Pressure Monitor System . . . 10-51 Fluid, Power ...... 10-18 Systems Rotation ...... 10-56 Heated Wheel ...... 5-3 Driver Assistance ...... 9-44 Sealant and Wheel Adjustment ...... 5-2 Compressor Kit ...... 10-65 Wheel Controls ...... 5-2 T Sealant and Compressor Storage Areas Tachometer ...... 5-12 Kit, Storing ...... 10-72 Armrest ...... 4-2 Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . 13-4 Sidewall Labeling ...... 10-44 Cargo Cover ...... 4-3 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...... 2-18 Terminology and Cargo Management System . . . 4-5 Immobilizer ...... 2-18 Definitions ...... 10-46 Center Console ...... 4-3 Thigh Support Adjustment ...... 3-5 Uniform Tire Quality Convenience Net ...... 4-11 Throttle, Adjustable ...... 9-15 Grading ...... 10-60 Front ...... 4-2 Time ...... 5-6 Wheel Alignment and Tire Glove Box ...... 4-1 Tires Balance ...... 10-61 Roof Rack System ...... 4-11 Buying New Tires ...... 10-58 Wheel Replacement ...... 10-62 Storage Compartments ...... 4-1 Chains ...... 10-62 When It Is Time for New Storing the Tire Sealant Changing ...... 10-73 Tires ...... 10-57 and Compressor Kit ...... 10-72 Compact Spare ...... 10-79 Winter ...... 10-43 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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Towing Turn and Lane-Change Vehicle (cont'd) Driving Characteristics ...... 9-61 Signals ...... 6-6 Security ...... 2-17 Equipment ...... 9-67 Twilight Sentinel ...... 6-5 Speed Messages ...... 5-39 General Information ...... 9-61 Towing ...... 10-84 Recreational Vehicle ...... 10-84 U Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 5-21 Trailer ...... 9-65 Uniform Tire Quality Vehicle Care Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . .9-68 Grading ...... 10-60 Storing the Tire Sealant Vehicle ...... 10-84 Universal Remote System . . . . . 5-46 and Compressor Kit ...... 10-72 Traction Operation ...... 5-49 Tire Pressure ...... 10-49 Control System (TCS)/ Vehicle Diagnostics ® Programming ...... 5-46 ® StabiliTrak Light ...... 5-22 Using This Manual ...... iv OnStar ...... 14-5 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...... 9-32 Ventilation, Air ...... 8-7 Off Light ...... 5-21 Visors ...... 2-25 Selective Ride Control ...... 9-32 V Traction Control/Electronic Vehicle W Stability Control ...... 9-30 Alarm System ...... 2-17 Canadian Owners ...... iii Warning Trailer Brake System Light ...... 5-19 Sway Control (TSC) ...... 9-68 Control ...... 9-3 Identification Lane Departure (LDW) ...... 9-55 Towing ...... 9-65 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Transmission Number (VIN) ...... 12-1 Load Limits ...... 9-10 Indicators ...... 5-9 Automatic ...... 9-22 Warnings ...... iv Fluid, Automatic ...... 10-10 Messages ...... 5-29 Personalization ...... 5-40 Cautions and Danger ...... iv Messages ...... 5-39 Hazard Flashers ...... 6-6 Transportation Program, Reminder Messages ...... 5-39 Remote Start ...... 2-8 Washer Fluid ...... 10-19 Courtesy ...... 13-7 Messages ...... 5-39 Trip Odometer ...... 5-12 Washer, Headlamps ...... 5-6 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

INDEX i-13

Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ...... 10-61 Different Size ...... 10-59 Replacement ...... 10-62 When It Is Time for New Tires ...... 10-57 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . 3-39 Windows ...... 2-22 Power ...... 2-22 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...... 5-3 Winter Driving ...... 9-7 Winter Tires ...... 10-43 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 10-24 Wipers Rear Washer ...... 5-5 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6081464) - 2014 - CRC - 10/4/13

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