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Cadillac SRX 2010 Owner's Manual

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    2010 cadillac srx owner manual m keys, doors and windows.................................... 1-1 keys and locks......................... 1-2 doors....................................... 1-12 vehicle security ...................... 1-17 exterior mirrors........................ 1-20 interior mirrors.....

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    2010 cadillac srx owner manual m service and maintenance ...... 10-1 general information .................10-1 recommended fluids, lubricants, and parts ............10-3 technical data ......................... 11-1 vehicle identification ................11-1 vehicle data ..............................

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    I introduction general motors, gm, the gm emblem, cadillac, the cadillac crest and wreath, and the name srx are registered trademarks of general motors corporation. This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are options that you did not purchas...

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    Ii symbols the vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gage, or indicator. M : this symbol is shown when you need to your owner manual for add...

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    1-1 keys, doors and windows keys and locks keys ......................................... 1-1 remote keyless entry (rke) system .................................. 1-2 remote keyless entry (rke) system operation .................. 1-2 remote vehicle start ............... 1-7 door locks .................

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    1-2 keys and locks keys { warning leaving children in a vehicle with the keyless access transmitter is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function...

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    1-3 remote keyless entry (rke) system changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. If there is a decrease in the rke operating range: • check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle. • check...

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    1-4 vehicle personalization. If the passenger door is open when q is pressed, all doors lock. Pressing q may also arm the theft-deterrent system. See anti-theft alarm system on page 1-17. K (unlock): press to unlock the driver door or all doors, see “door unlock options” under vehicle personalizatio...

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    1-5 lock sensor when all doors are closed and the ignition is off, the vehicle can be locked by pressing this area on the door handle. This feature will be available for several minutes after the vehicle has been turned off. Keyless liftgate opening press the touch pad on the liftgate handle to open...

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    1-6 3. Place the new transmitter into the transmitter pocket. The transmitter pocket is inside the center console storage area located between the driver and front passenger seats. The storage area will need to be opened and the storage tray lifted up to access the transmitter pocket. 4. Press the i...

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    1-7 4. Place the new transmitter into the transmitter pocket. The transmitter pocket is inside the center console storage area located between the driver and front passenger seats. The storage area will need to be opened and the storage tray lifted up to access the transmitter pocket. 5. Press the i...

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    1-8 3. With the vehicle in p (park) or n (neutral), press the brake pedal and the start button. Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible. Battery replacement notice: when replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the tr...

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    1-9 laws in some local communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws may require a person using remote start to have the vehicle in view. Check local regulations for any requirements. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter, see re...

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    1-10 conditions in which remote start will not work the remote start will not operate if: • the ignition is in any mode other than off . • the transmitter is in the vehicle. • the hood is not closed. • the hazard warning flashers are on. • there is an emission control system malfunction. • the engin...

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    1-11 power door locks the power door lock switches are located on the instrument panel. K (unlock): press (a) to unlock the doors. Q (lock): press (b) to lock the doors. Lockout deterrent lockout deterrent decreases the chances that the keys may be accidentally locked in the vehicle. When door locki...

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    1-12 safety locks rear door security locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside. Press the button (c) to activate the safety locks. Once activated, the led light in the switch illuminates. Pressing the button again deactivates the safety locks. See power door locks on page ...

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    1-13 press the touchpad located in the handle of the liftgate, above the license plate, and lift up to open. Do not press the touchpad while closing the liftgate. This will cause the liftgate to be unlatched. Always close the liftgate before driving. Liftgate (power) power liftgate operation { warni...

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    1-14 on vehicles with a power liftgate the switch is located on the driver door. The vehicle must be in p (park) to use the power feature. The taillamps flash when the power liftgate moves. { warning you or others could be injured if caught in the path of the power liftgate. Make sure there is no on...

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    1-15 press and release & on the liftgate adjacent to the latch to close the liftgate. Pressing any liftgate button, or the touchpad switch while the liftgate is moving, stops it. Pressing the button or rke switch again reverses the direction. There is a minimum distance that the power liftgate must ...

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    1-16 setting the power liftgate 3/4 mode to change the liftgate stop position: 1. Turn the liftgate switch to either the max, or the 3/4 mode position and power open the liftgate. 2. Stop the liftgate movement at the desired height by pressing any liftgate switch. Manually adjust the liftgate positi...

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    1-17 vehicle security vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. This vehicle has theft-deterrent features, however, they do not make it impossible to steal. Anti-theft alarm system this vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system. The led light, located on the instrument panel near the wi...

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    1-18 • always unlock a door with the transmitter. Unlocking a door any other way will not disarm the alarm. If you set off the alarm by accident, turn off the alarm by pressing the unlock button on the transmitter. The alarm will not stop if you try to unlock a door any other way. How to detect a ta...

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    1-19 the security light, located in the instrument panel cluster, comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. The system has one or more keyless entry transmitters that are matched to an immobilizer control unit in your vehicle. Only a correctly matched keyles...

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    1-20 exterior mirrors convex mirrors the passenger side mirror is convex shaped. A convex mirror's surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat. { warning a convex mirror can make things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right...

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    1-21 power foldaway mirrors vehicles with power folding mirrors have controls located on the driver door. To fold the mirrors: 1. With the selector switch in the o position, push the control pad down. Both mirrors will automatically fold. 2. Press the selector switch again to return the mirrors to t...

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    1-22 park tilt mirrors if the vehicle has the memory package, the outside mirrors have a park tilt feature. This feature autiomatically tilts the outside mirrors to a preselected position when the vehicle is in r (reverse). This allows the driver to view the curb for parallel parking. The passenger ...

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    1-23 windows { warning leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially w...

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    1-24 driver side shown the power window controls are located on each of the side doors. The driver door also has switches that control the passenger and rear windows. The power windows: • can be operated with the ignition in acc/accessory or on/run/start. • can be operated within 10 minutes of switc...

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    1-25 programming the power windows programming the power windows may be necessary if the vehicle's battery has been disconnected or discharged if the window will not express up after power has been restored and a message is displayed in the driver information center: 1. Close all doors 2. Place the ...

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    1-26 opening the windows from outside the vehicle the vehicle may have remote operating windows that can be opened from outside the vehicle by pressing and holding the unlock button on the keyless access transmitter to open all the windows. Window lockout o (window lockout): the window lockout switc...

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    1-27 a. Sunroof switch b. Sunshade switch press the back of the sunroof switch (a) to open the sunroof. When the switch is pressed to the first stop the sunroof will open to the vent position. Press the switch to the second stop to express open the sunroof to an automatically adjusted comfort positi...

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    1-28 2 notes srx.Book page 28 monday, june 8, 2009 8:28 am.

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    2-1 seats and restraints head restraints head restraints ........................ 2-2 front seats seat adjustment ....................... 2-4 power seat adjustment ........... 2-4 lumbar adjustment .................. 2-6 thigh support adjustment ....... 2-6 reclining seatbacks ................ 2-7 h...

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    2-2 head restraints the vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in all outboard seating positions. { 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 drive until the h...

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    2-3 1. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To raise or lower the head restraint, press the release button located on the head restraint, while pulling up or pushing down on the head restraint. 2. Pull up and push down on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is loc...

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    2-4 front seats seat adjustment to adjust the seat position: 1. Pull the handle located at the front of the seat. 2. Move the seat forward or backward to adjust the seat position. 3. Release the handle to stop the seat from moving. { warning you can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a...

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    2-5 adjust the power seat by moving the control (a) forward or rearward. The front or rear of the seat can be adjusted up or down by moving the front or rear of the control up and down. Adjust the seatback by moving the control (b) forward or rearward. Adjust the lumbar support by using the control ...

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    2-6 to stop recall movement of the rke remote recall feature, press one of the power seat controls, memory buttons, or power mirror buttons. Memory seat recall may stop if the seat is blocked. Remove the obstruction and then press the memory button again. If the memory function does not work properl...

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    2-7 reclining seatbacks manual reclining seatbacks { warning you can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver's seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver's seat only...

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    2-8 { warning sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a cra...

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    2-9 press the button m to heat the seat cushion and seatback. Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the switch, the heated seat will change to the next lower setting, and then the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest. The p...

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    2-10 press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest. The passenger seat may take longer to heat up. When remote keyless en...

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    2-11 3. Lift the lever located on the top of the seatback. The rear seat lock indicator (a) extends when the seatback is unlocked. 4. Fold the seatback forward. The rear seat lock indicator (a) retracts when the seatback is locked. Keep the seat in the upright locked position when not in use. To rai...

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    2-12 with the ignition in on/run/start, press either button l for the corresponding seat. The led light illuminates when the feature is on. Only the outboard seats are heated. An indicator on the rsa screen turns on and the seat cushion and seatback heat up. With each press of the switch the heated ...

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    2-13 this vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts. See safety belt reminders on page 4-17 for additional information. { warning it is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to b...

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    2-14 put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... Or the instrument panel... Or the safety belts! Srx.Book page 14 monday, june 8, 2009 8:28 am.

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    2-15 with safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense. Questions and answers about safety belts q: will i be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if i ...

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    2-16 how to wear safety belts properly this section is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and infants. If a child will be riding in the vehicle, see older children on page 2...

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    2-17 the shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash. Q: what is wrong with this? A: the shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give as much protection this way. { warning you can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which cou...

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    2-18 { warning you can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. Q: what is wrong wi...

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    2-19 q: what is wrong with this? A: the belt is over an armrest. { warning you can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones...

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    2-20 { warning you can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones. You c...

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    2-21 q: what is wrong with this? A: the belt is twisted across the body. { warning you can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer/ret...

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    2-22 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see safety belt extender on page 2-26. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. 4. If ...

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    2-23 shoulder belt height adjuster the vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and outboard front passenger seating positions. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on the shoulder. The belt should be away from the face and neck, but not falling of...

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    2-24 rear safety belt comfort guides this vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides for the outboard passenger positions in the rear seat. If not, they are available through your dealer/retailer. The guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster s...

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    2-25 { warning a safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. ...

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    2-26 the best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly. Safety belt extender if the vehicl...

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    2-27 replacing safety belt system parts after a crash after a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer/retailer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or repl...

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    2-28 for frontal airbags, the word airbag will appear on the middle part of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the outboard front passenger. With seat-mounted side impact airbags, the word airbag will appear on the side of the seatback closest to the door. With roof-ra...

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    2-29 { warning airbags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Do not sit unnecessarily close to the airbag, as you would be if you were sitting on the edge of your seat or ...

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    2-30 where are the airbags? The driver frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The outboard front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. Driver side shown, passenger side similar the seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and outboard front...

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    2-31 driver side shown, passenger side similar the roof-rail airbags for the driver, outboard front passenger, and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows. { warning if something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might ...

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    2-32 frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds. For example: • if the vehicle hits a stationary object, the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a moving object. • if the vehicle hits an object that deforms, the airbags could inflate at a different cr...

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    2-33 seat-mounted side impact and roof-rail airbags, deployment is determined by the location and severity of the side impact. In a rollover event, roof-rail airbag deployment is determined by the direction of the roll. What makes an airbag inflate? In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an...

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    2-34 what will you see after an airbag inflates? After the frontal airbags and seat-mounted side impact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, so quickly that some people may not even realize an airbag inflated. Roof-rail airbags may still be at least partially inflated for some time after they depl...

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    2-35 additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag. • airbags are designed to inflate only once. After an airbag inflates, you will need some new parts for the airbag system. If you do not get them, the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in anot...

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    2-36 • the child has a medical condition which, according to the child's physician, makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child's condition. Medical condition. A passenger has a medical condition which, according to his or her physic...

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    2-37 you know that the outboard front passenger frontal airbag is off. See airbag on-off light on page 4-19. { warning if the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. For example, the outboard front passenger frontal airbag could...

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    2-38 adding equipment to the airbag-equipped vehicle q: is there anything i might add to or change about the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? A: yes. If you add things that change the vehicle's frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sheet metal, they may keep the a...

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    2-39 replacing airbag system parts after a crash if an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See your dealer/retailer for service. If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving, the airbag system may not work properly. H...

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    2-40 the manufacturer's instructions that come with the booster seat, state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the child passes the below fit test: • sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, conti...

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    2-41 { warning never do this. (continued) never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. The child could move too...

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    2-42 infants and young children everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adul...

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    2-43 children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a ...

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    2-44 { warning to reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash, infants need complete support. This is because an infant's neck is not fully developed and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a rear-facing child restraint settles into the res...

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    2-45 (b) forward-facing child seat a forward-facing child seat (b) provides restraint for the child's body with the harness. (c) booster seats a booster seat (c) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the ...

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    2-46 when securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the man...

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    2-47 { warning a child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be serious...

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    2-48 configurations for use of child restraints a. Child restraint using latch b. Occupant prohibited a. Child restraint using latch b. Occupant prohibited c. Child restraint or occupant using safety belt a. Child restraint or occupant using safety belt a. Child restraint or occupant using safety be...

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    2-49 in order to use the latch system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint that has latch attachments. The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child restraint and its attachments. The following explains how to attach a child restraint with these a...

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    2-50 your child restraint may have a single tether (a) or a dual tether (c). Either will have a single attachment (b) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether...

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    2-51 top tether anchors the top tether anchors for outboard rear seating positions are located under the covers, on the back of the rear seatback. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Do not secure a child ...

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    2-52 { warning do not attach more than one child restraint to a single anchor. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or others could be injured. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuri...

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    2-53 1.3 attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors. 2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the...

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    2-54 replacing latch system parts after a crash { warning a crash can damage the latch system in the vehicle. A damaged latch system may not properly secure the child restraint, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the latch system is working properly after a crash...

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    2-55 { warning a child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be serious...

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    2-56 you will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. When the airbag on-off switch has turned off the rig...

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    2-57 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the chi...

  • Page 90

    2-58 if the child restraint does not have the latch system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. If more than ...

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    2-59 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the chi...

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    2-60 2 notes srx.Book page 60 monday, june 8, 2009 8:28 am.

  • Page 93

    3-1 storage storage compartments glove box ................................ 3-1 cupholders ............................... 3-1 front storage ........................... 3-2 armrest storage ....................... 3-2 center console storage .......... 3-2 additional storage features cargo cover ........

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    3-2 front storage a storage area is located in front of the shift lever. Push the top of the door and the storage automatically opens. Armrest storage for vehicles with a rear seat armrest, pull the rear seat armrest forward to access cupholders with removable liners and a storage area. Pull the lev...

  • Page 95

    3-3 additional storage features cargo cover for vehicles with the dual position cargo cover, it can be used to cover items in the cargo area of the vehicle. Install the cargo cover 1. Hold the cartridge so that the pull-out shade faces the rear of the vehicle. 2. Align the cartridge over the pins on...

  • Page 96

    3-4 remove the cargo cover 1. Remove the cover from the channels and carefully roll it back up. 2. Slide the button on the top to release the cartridge. 3. Pull up to remove the cartridge from the pins. { warning an improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision o...

  • Page 97

    3-5 cargo management system to open the cargo management system, press on the bottom of handle assembly to unlatch it and lift up on the handle. A prop rod locks to hold the cover up when opened. Four hooks are located on the inside cover and can be used for storing items. There may be additional st...

  • Page 98

    3-6 storing the cargo management system cover access the rear areas of the cargo management system: { warning an improperly latched and closed cargo cover, or cargo cover left in the open position, could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver. Someone could be injured. Be ...

  • Page 99

    3-7 u-rail for vehicles with a u-rail system, move the gate around the u-shaped track to store and secure cargo in place. Storing the u-rail gate remove the gate from the u-rail by pressing the button and lifting upward. 1. Lift the cargo management system cover. 2. Release the cover from the prop r...

  • Page 100

    3-8 cargo net for vehicles equipped with a cargo net, it can be used to store light loads, keeping them from falling over or being thrown into the cabin during heavy braking. The net should not be overloaded or used to store heavy loads. { warning do not stack items higher than the upper end of the ...

  • Page 101

    3-9 5. Mount the cargo net to the cargo tie-downs located on the lower side panels. 6. Pull on the straps to tighten the net. Cargo net storage the cargo net can be removed from the vehicle and stored in the cargo management system. 1. Disconnect the net from the roof openings and the tethers. 2. Pr...

  • Page 102

    3-10 convenience net for vehicles with a convenience net in the rear of the vehicle, use it to store small loads. Do not use the net to store heavy loads. Warning triangle the safety triangle is located in the luggage compartment behind the cargo management center. Lift the cargo management center c...

  • Page 103

    3-11 notice: loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 100 kg (220 lbs) or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage the vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests evenly between the crossrails, making sure to fasten cargo securely. To prevent damage or loss of cargo when driving, ...

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    3-12 2 notes srx.Book page 12 monday, june 8, 2009 8:28 am.

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    4-1 instruments and controls instrument panel overview instrument panel overview...... 4-4 controls steering wheel adjustment ..... 4-6 steering wheel controls .......... 4-6 horn ......................................... 4-7 windshield wiper/washer ........ 4-7 rear window wiper/washer .... 4-9 com...

  • Page 106

    4-2 information displays driver information center (dic) .....................................4-31 vehicle messages vehicle messages ...................4-35 battery voltage and charging messages .............................4-35 brake system messages ........4-35 compass messages ...............4-36...

  • Page 107

    4-3 2 notes srx.Book page 3 monday, june 8, 2009 8:28 am.

  • Page 108

    4-4 instrument panel overview srx.Book page 4 monday, june 8, 2009 8:28 am.

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    4-5 a. Air vents on page 7-6. B. Turn and lane-change signals on page 5-6. C. Cruise control on page 8-35. D. Instrument cluster on page 4-14. E. Steering wheel controls on page 4-6. F. Am-fm radio on page 6-13. G. Driver information center (dic) on page 4-31. H. Clock (analog clock) on page 4-10clo...

  • Page 110

    4-6 controls steering wheel adjustment a tilt and telescope wheel lets the steering wheel be adjusted. The tilt and telescope lever is located on the left side of the steering column. To tilt and telescope the steering wheel, pull the lever down. Then move the steering wheel up or down or backward o...

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    4-7 $ / c (end call / mute): press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with a bluetooth system, press to reject an incoming call, or end a current call. Srce: press to select an audio source. Horn press near or on the horn symbols on the steering whee...

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    4-8 wipe parking if the ignition is turned lock/off while the wipers are on 1, 2 or & , they will immediately stop. If the windshield wiper lever is then moved to off before the driver door is opened or within 10 minutes, the wipers will restart and move to the base of the windshield. If the ignitio...

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    4-9 windshield washer pull the lever toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield. The spray continues until the lever is released. The wipers will run a few times. See washer fluid on page 9-21 for information on filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir. { warning in freezing weather, do...

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    4-10 the windshield washer reservoir is used for the windshield and the rear window. Check the fluid level in the reservoir if either washer is not working. See washer fluid on page 9-21. { warning in freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid...

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    4-11 clock (digital clock) the infotainment system controls are used to access the time and date settings through the menu system. See operation on page 6-9 for information about how to use the menu system. See the separate navigation system manual for instructions on how to operate the digital cloc...

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    4-12 setting the auto time adjust 1. Press the config button. 2. Select time and date settings. 3. Highlight auto time adjust. 4. Press the menu/select knob to turn auto time adjust on or off. Power outlets the accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cellular t...

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    4-13 notice: adding any electrical equipment to the vehicle can damage it or keep other components from working as they should. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes. Check with your dealer/retailer before addin...

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    4-14 instrument cluster srx.Book page 14 monday, june 8, 2009 8:28 am.

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    4-15 speedometer the speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in both kilometers per hour (km/h) and miles per hour (mph). Odometer the odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles. This vehicle has a tamper-resistant odometer. If the vehicle needs a new odometer in...

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    4-16 fuel economy gage the gage shows the fuel usage that the vehicle is currently achieving in liters per 100 kilometers ( 1 /100 km). 20: is the minimum fuel economy. This least efficient fuel economy usually occurs during quick accelerations or when idling. 1 /100: is the maximum fuel economy. Th...

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    4-17 safety belt reminders driver safety belt reminder light there is a driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument panel cluster. When the engine is started this light and a chime come on and stay on for several seconds to remind drivers to fasten their safety belts. The light also begins t...

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    4-18 once the passenger seatbelt is buckled, the corresponding seat belt symbol in the dic turns green. There are no seat position sensors in the seat. If a seatbelt is not initially buckled, the cluster continues to show the gray seatbelt icon. While the vehicle is moving, if a second row passenger...

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    4-19 airbag on-off light if the vehicle has an airbag on-off switch, it also has a passenger airbag status indicator located in the overhead console. When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag status indicator symbol for on and off will light for several seconds as a system check. Then, after...

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    4-20 if the on symbol is lit, it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag is enabled (may inflate). See airbag on-off switch on page 2-35 for more information, including important safety information. { warning if the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that somethi...

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    4-21 malfunction indicator lamp a computer system called obd ii (on-board diagnostics-second generation) monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. It ensures that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. T...

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    4-22 light flashing: a misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and could damage the emission control system on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. The following can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle: • reduce vehicle speed. • avoid hard a...

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    4-23 emissions inspection and maintenance programs some regional or local governments have or might begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on the vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things to know to help the vehicle ...

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    4-24 if the light comes on while driving, a chime sounds. Pull off the road and stop. The pedal might be harder to push or go closer to the floor. It might also take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See driving characteristics and towing tips on page 8-48...

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    4-25 antilock brake system (abs) warning light this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If the light does not come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. If the abs light comes on and stays on while driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition ...

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    4-26 stabilitrak ® off light this light comes on when the stabilitrak system is turned off by pressing the stabilitrak/tcs button. If the traction control system (tcs) is off, wheel spin is not limited. When the stabilitrak system is off, the system does not assist in controlling the vehicle. Adjust...

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    4-27 tire pressure light for vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system, this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. It provides information about tire pressures and the tire pressure monitoring system. When the light is on steady this indicates that one or more of the tires are sig...

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    4-28 the oil pressure light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and might have some...

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    4-29 security light this light flashes when the security system is activated. For more information, see vehicle security on page 1-17. High-beam on light this light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See headlamp high/low-beam changer on page 5-2 for more information. Adaptive forward...

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    4-30 fog lamp light the fog lamp light comes on when the fog lamps are in use. The light goes out when the fog lamps are turned off. See front fog lamps on page 5-6 for more information. Rear fog lamp light for vehicles with rear fog lamps, this light comes on when they are in use. For more informat...

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    4-31 information displays driver information center (dic) the vehicle may have a driver information center (dic). The dic displays information about your vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected. See vehicle messages on page 4-35 for more information. All messages a...

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    4-32 trip/fuel menu items press the menu button on the turn signal lever until trip/fuel information menu is displayed. Use the thumbwheel to scroll through the following menu items: • trip • average fuel economy or average fuel economy and instantaneous fuel economy • fuel range • fuel used • avera...

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    4-33 average vehicle speed the average vehicle speed display shows the average speed of the vehicle in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). This average is calculated based on the various vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset of this value. The average speed can be reset by pre...

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    4-34 tire pressure the display will show a vehicle with the approximate pressures of all four tires. Tire pressure is displayed in either pounds per square inch (psi) or in kilopascal (kpa). See tire pressure monitor system on page 9-52 and tire pressure monitor operation on page 9-53 for more infor...

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    4-35 vehicle messages messages are displayed on the dic to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the condition. Multiple messages may appear one after another. Some messages may not require immediate action, but you c...

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    4-36 step on brake to release park brake this message is displayed if you attempt to release the electric parking brake without the brake pedal applied. See parking brake on page 8-29 for more information. Release parking brake this message is displayed if the electric parking brake is on while the ...

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    4-37 door ajar messages door open a door open symbol will be displayed on the dic showing which door is open. If the vehicle has been shifted out of p (park), a door open message will also be displayed. Close the door completely. Hood open this message will display along with a hood open symbol when...

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    4-38 high coolant temperature this message displays if the coolant temperature is hot, see engine overheating on page 9-19. Engine oil messages change engine oil soon this message displays when the engine oil needs to be changed. When you change the engine oil, be sure to reset the change engine oil...

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    4-39 fuel system messages fuel level low this message displays when the vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as soon as possible tighten gas cap this message displays when the fuel cap is not on tight. Tighten the fuel cap. Key and lock messages no remote detected this message displays when trying to star...

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    4-40 xxx turn indicator failure when one of the turn signals is out, this message displays to show which bulb needs to be replaced. See your dealer/retailer to have the front turn signal bulbs replaced. See turn signal lamps on page 9-37 and replacement bulbs on page 9-39 for more information on the...

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    4-41 service stabilitrak this message displays if there is a problem with the stabilitrak ® system. If this message appears, try to reset the system. Stop; turn off the engine for at least 15 seconds; then start the engine again. If this message still comes on, it means there is a problem. See your ...

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    4-42 starting the vehicle messages press brake to start vehicle this message is displayed when attempting to start the vehicle without first pressing the brake pedal. Service keyless start system this message is displayed if there is a problem with the keyless start system. Take the vehicle to your ...

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    4-43 shift to park this message displays when the transmission needs to be shifted to park. This may appear when attempting to remove the key from the ignition if the vehicle is not in p (park). Transmission hot – idle engine this message displays and a chime sounds if the transmission fluid in the ...

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    4-44 entering the personalization menus 1. Press config to access the configuration settings menu. 2. Turn the menu / select knob to highlight vehicle settings. 3. Press the center of the menu / select knob to select the vehicle settings menu. The following list of menu items will be available: • cl...

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    4-45 remote start vented seats when on, this feature will turn the vented seats on when using remote start on warm days. Press the menu / select knob when remote start cooled seats is highlighted. Turn the knob to select on or off. Press the knob to confirm and go back to the last menu. Auto defog t...

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    4-46 park tilt mirrors this allows you to turn the park tilt mirrors feature on or off. Press the menu / select knob when park tilt mirrors is highlighted. Turn the knob to select driver & passenger or off. Press the knob to confirm and go back to the last menu. Collision/detection systems select th...

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    4-47 power door locks select power door locks and the following will be displayed: • unlocked door anti lock out • auto door unlock • delayed door lock unlocked door anti lock out when on, this feature will keep the driver door from locking when the door is open. If off is selected, the delayed door...

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    4-48 locking feedback this allows selection of what type of feedback is given when locking the vehicle with the rke transmitter. Press the menu / select knob when locking feedback is highlighted. Turn the knob to select lights and horn, lights only, horn only, or off. Press the knob to confirm and g...

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    4-49 onstar ® system onstar ® uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide a wide range of safety, security, navigation, diagnostics, and calling services. Automatic crash response in a crash, built in sensors can automatically alert an onstar advisor who is immediately connecte...

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    4-50 the onstar system can record and transmit vehicle information. This information is automatically sent to an onstar call center when q is pressed, ] is pressed, or if the airbags or acr system deploy. This information usually includes the vehicle's gps location and, in the event of a crash, addi...

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    5-1 lighting exterior lighting exterior lamp controls ............ 5-1 headlamp high/low-beam changer ................................. 5-2 flash-to-pass ........................... 5-2 headlamp range adjustment .. 5-2 daytime running lamps (drl) ..................................... 5-3 automatic h...

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    5-2 2 (headlamps): turns the headlamps on together with the following lamps listed below. A warning chime sounds if the driver's door is opened when the ignition switch is off and the headlamps are on. • parking lamps • taillamps • license plate lamps • instrument panel lights # / s (front and rear ...

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    5-3 9 : move the thumbwheel up or down to adjust the headlamps. Correct adjustment of the headlamp range can reduce the glare for other drivers. • front seats occupied = 0. • all seats occupied = 1. • all seats occupied and luggage compartment load = 2. • driver's seat occupied and luggage compartme...

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    5-4 automatic headlamp system when it is dark enough outside and the exterior lamps control is in the automatic position, the headlamps come on automatically. See exterior lamp controls on page 5-1. The vehicle has a light sensor located on top of the instrument panel. Make sure it is not covered, o...

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    5-5 tourist lighting to help prevent headlamp glare for oncoming drivers, when using left hand drive vehicles in right hand drive countries and vice versa, do the following: • pull and hold the turn signal/lane change lever. • turn on the ignition. • wait 3 seconds, a signal will sound and the afl c...

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    5-6 see vehicle personalization on page 4-43 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 twilight sentinel ® delay will not occur. The lamps will turn off as soon as the contro...

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    5-7 if the high-beam headlamps are turned on, the fog lamps will turn off. If the high-beam headlamps are turned off, the fog lamps will turn back on again. In scandinavian countries, the front fog lamps will turn off while the low-beam or high-beam headlamps are in use. Some localities have laws th...

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    5-8 cargo lamp the cargo lamp is located over the rear compartment and is controlled by the dome lamp. See dome lamps on page 5-8. Courtesy lamps the courtesy lamps come on automatically when any door is opened and the dome lamp is in the door position. Dome lamps to change the dome lamp settings, p...

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    6-1 infotainment system introduction introduction .............................. 6-1 theft-deterrent feature ........... 6-2 overview (radio with cd) ........ 6-3 overview (radio with 6cd) ...... 6-5 overview (radio with cd/dvd and mem) ..................................... 6-7 operation ..............

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    6-2 for more information, see defensive driving on page 8-3. This vehicle's infotainment system may be equipped with a noise reduction system which can work improperly if the audio amplifier, engine calibrations, exhaust system, microphones, radio, or speakers are modified or replaced. This could re...

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    6-3 overview (radio with cd) a. Vol/ o • turns the system on or off and adjusts the volume. B. Buttons 1 to 6 • radio: saves and selects favorite stations. C. Tune • radio: manually selects radio stations. • cd: selects tracks. D. Fav • radio: opens the favorites list. E. L seek • radio: seeks the n...

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    6-4 g. Z cd eject • removes a disc from the cd slot. H. Cd • selects the cd player when listening to a different audio source. I. Radio/band • changes the band while listening to the radio. • selects the radio when listening to a different audio source. J. K • cd: pauses the cd. K. Cd slot • insert ...

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    6-5 overview (radio with 6cd) a. Vol/ o • turns the system on or off and adjusts the volume. B. Buttons 1 to 6 • radio: saves and selects favorite stations. C. Tune/info • radio: manually selects radio stations and shows available information about the current station. • cd: selects tracks and shows...

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    6-6 f. G seek • radio: seeks the previous station. • cd: selects the previous track or rewinds within a track. G. Z cd eject • removes a disc from the cd slot. H. Cd • selects the cd player when listening to a different audio source. I. Radio/band • changes the band while listening to the radio. • s...

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    6-7 overview (radio with cd/dvd and mem) a. Vol/ o • turns the system on or off and adjusts the volume. B. Buttons 1 to 6 • radio: saves and selects favorite stations. • mem: saves and selects favorite tracks and playlists. C. Tune/info • radio: manually selects radio stations and shows available in...

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    6-8 e. L seek • radio: seeks the next station. • cd/dvd: selects the next track or fast forwards within a track. • mem: selects the next track or fast forwards within a track. F. G seek • radio: seeks the previous station. • cd/dvd: selects the previous track or rewinds within a track. • mem: select...

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    6-9 operation controls the infotainment system is operated by using the pushbuttons, multifunction knobs, menus that are shown on the display, and steering wheel controls, if equipped. Turning the system on or off vol/ o (volume/power): press to turn the system on and off. Automatic switch-off if th...

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    6-10 selecting a menu option 1. Turn the menu/select knob to move the highlighted bar. 2. Press the menu/select button to select the highlighted option. Submenus an arrow on the right-hand edge of the menu indicates that it has a submenu with other options. Activating a setting 1. Turn the menu/sele...

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    6-11 press the 0 back button to delete the last character in the sequence or press and hold to delete the entire character sequence. Audio settings the audio settings can be set for each radio band and each audio player source. To quickly reset an audio setting value to 0: 1. Press the tone button. ...

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    6-12 system settings configuring the number of favorite pages to configure the number of available favorite pages: 1. Press the config button. 2. Select radio settings. 3. Select radio favorites. 4. Select the number of available favorite pages. 5. Press the 0 back button to go back to the system co...

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    6-13 radio am-fm radio control buttons the buttons used to control the radio are: radio/band: press to turn the radio on and choose between am and fm. Menu/select: press and turn to navigate the available menus. Tune: turn to search for stations. Info: press to display additional information that ma...

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    6-14 updating station lists if stations stored in the station list can no longer be received: 1. Turn the menu/select knob. 2. Select update am or fm station list, if the stations stored in the station list are no longer received. A station search will be completed and the first station in the updat...

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    6-15 audio players cd player (radio with 6cd) the cd player can play audio cds and mp3 cds. The cd player will not play 8 cm (3 in) cds. The cd changer can take a maximum of 6 cds. Care of cds sound quality can be reduced due to disc quality, recording method, quality of the music recorded, and how ...

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    6-16 control buttons the buttons used to control the cd player are: cd: press to use the cd player. L seek/ g seek: press to select tracks or to fast forward or rewind within a track. Info: press to display additional information about the disc that may be available. Tune: turn to select tracks. Men...

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    6-17 selecting a cd track using the control buttons: • press the g seek or l seek button to select the previous or next track. • turn the tune knob. Using the cd menu: 1. Turn the menu/select knob. 2. Select tracks list. 3. Select the track. Playing tracks in random order turn the menu/select knob a...

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    6-18 cd player (radio with cd) the cd player can play audio cds and mp3 cds. The cd player will not play 8 cm (3 in) cds. Care of cds sound quality can be reduced due to disc quality, recording method, quality of the music recorded, and how the disc has been handled. Handle discs carefully and store...

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    6-19 inserting a cd with the printed side facing up, insert a disc into the cd slot until it is drawn in. Removing a cd press the z button. The disc is pushed out of the cd slot. If the disc is not removed after it is ejected, it is pulled back in after a few seconds. Playing a cd or mp3 cd press th...

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    6-20 tracks can be searched by: • playlists • artists • albums • song titles • genres • folder view to search for tracks: 1. Turn the menu/select knob. 2. Select search. 3. Select: playlists, artists, albums, song titles, genres, or folder view. 4. Select the track. Cd/dvd player the cd/dvd player c...

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    6-21 control buttons the buttons used to control the cd/dvd player are: mem/dvd/aux: press to choose between the mem, cd/dvd, and aux. L seek/ g seek: press to select tracks or to fast forward or rewind within a track. Info: press to display additional information about the disc that may be availabl...

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    6-22 playing an mp3 cd or dvd files that are not stored in folders are displayed in the root directory (disc). The search rate increases if the menu/select knob is continuously turned while searching in a list. Selecting an mp3 track using the control buttons: • press g seek or l seek to select the ...

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    6-23 playing a dvd-v see rear seat entertainment (rse) system on page 6-35 for information about how to control a video dvd using the wireless remote control. Selecting a chapter using the control buttons: • press g seek or l seek to select the previous or next chapter. • turn the tune knob. Using d...

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    6-24 mass storage media (mem) infotainment systems with mem storage are able to record up to 1.1 gb (gigabyte) of music from audio cds, mp3/wma/aac discs, and usb storage devices. The mem player can also time shift audio from am, fm, and xm™ radio. Music or content that is stored in mem that you did...

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    6-25 re-recording a previously recorded disc if the disc or track has already been recorded to mem, the message “the song(s) is already recorded” displays. Stopping the recording press the o rec button while recording from an audio cd to display the stop recording option. Select “stop recording song...

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    6-26 playing from mem playing back a previously recorded cd turn the tune knob to select a track if mem is already playing from the previously recorded disc. 1. Select recorded disc list. 2. Select the disc. 3. Select the track. Searching for a track tracks can be searched for by: • playlists • arti...

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    6-27 album: saves the album associated with the currently playing track in the indicated favorites position. Genre: saves the genre associated with the currently playing track in the indicated favorites position. Creating playlists to create a playlist using tracks stored in mem: 1. Select playlist ...

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    6-28 usb port for vehicles with a usb port, the following devices may be connected and controlled by the infotainment system. • ipods • playsforsure devices (pfd) • usb drives • zunes not all ipods, pfds, usb drives, and zunes are compatible with the infotainment system. Connecting and controlling a...

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    6-29 connecting and controlling a playsforsure device (pfd) or zune™ connecting a pfd or zune connect the pfd or zune to the usb port. Searching for a track tracks can be searched for by: • playlists • artists • albums • song titles • podcasts • genres to search for tracks: 1. Turn the menu/select k...

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    6-30 tracks can be searched for by: • playlists* • artists • albums • song titles • genres • folder view *this only displays if a playlist is found on the device. To search for tracks: 1. Turn the menu/select knob. 2. Select search. 3. Select: playlists, artists, albums, song titles, genres, or fold...

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    6-31 • the infotainment system automatically links with the first available paired device in the order the device was paired. • only one paired device can be connected to the infotainment system at a time. • pairing should only need to be completed once, unless changes to the pairing information hav...

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    6-32 connecting to a device once a device is paired to the infotainment system, it can be connected to the infotainment system. To connect a paired device when no other device is connected to the infotainment system: 1. Select the select device option from the bluetooth music setup menu. 2. Select t...

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    6-33 other information the bluetooth ® word mark and logos are owned by the bluetooth ® sig, inc. And any use of such marks by general motors is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Auxiliary devices (radio with cd/dvd and mem) the optional aux input ...

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    6-34 connecting and controlling an ipod™ not all ipod's can be controlled by the infotainment system. Connecting an ipod connect the ipod to the usb port. Selecting a track using the control buttons: • press g seek or l seek to select the previous or next track. • turn the tune knob to select a trac...

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    6-35 selecting a track using the control buttons: • press g seek or l seek to select the previous or next track. • turn the tune knob to select a track in the current sub menu. The track will start to play. Selecting a track in a different folder: 1. Turn the menu/select knob. 2. Select folder list....

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    6-36 before driving the rse is for rear seat passengers only. The driver cannot safely view the video screen while driving. In severe or extreme weather conditions the rse system may not work until the temperature is within the operating range. The operating range is above −20°c (−4°f) and below 60 ...

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    6-37 can also indicate weak batteries. See “battery replacement” later in this section for more information. Infrared transmitters are on the top of the left seatback video screen. The headphones shut off automatically to save the battery power if the rse system and rsa are shut off or if the headph...

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    6-38 changing the source on the video display screens the image from the auxiliary device can be switched between the video display screens. To change the display: 1. Press the aux button on the remote control to change the source of both video screens from the dvd player to the auxiliary device. 2....

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    6-39 video screens the video screens are located in the back of the driver and front passenger seats. To use the video screen: 1. Push the release button located on the seatback console. 2. Move the screen to the desired viewing position. Push the video screen down into its locked position when it i...

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    6-40 remote control to use the remote control, aim it at the transmitter window at either seatback console and press the button. Direct sunlight or very bright light could affect the ability of the rse transmitter to receive signals from the remote control. Check the batteries if the remote control ...

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    6-41 s (play/pause): press to start playing a dvd. Press to pause a dvd while it is playing. Press again to continue playing. Depending on the infotainment system in the vehicle, dvd playback may be slowed down by pressing s then [ . Reverse slow play by pressing s then r . Press s again to cancel s...

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    6-42 replacing the remote control if the remote control becomes lost or damaged, a new universal remote control can be purchased. Use a toshiba ® code set for replacement universal remote controls. Battery replacement to change the remote control batteries: 1. Slide back the rear cover on the remote...

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    6-43 the auxiliary source is running but there is no picture or sound. Check that the rse video screen is in the auxiliary source mode by pressing the aux button on the remote control. Check the auxiliary input connections at both devices. Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or buzzes. C...

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    6-44 dvd distortion video distortion can occur when operating cellular phones, scanners, cb radios, global position systems (gps)*, two-way radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies. It might be necessary to turn off the dvd player when operating one of these devices in or near the vehicle. *excludes th...

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    6-45 p (power): press to turn the rsa on or off. Press and hold the front radio power button for more than two seconds to turn the system off. Press and hold the button again to turn the system back on. Volume: turn to increase or decrease the volume of the wired headphones. The left knob controls t...

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    6-46 prog (program): press to go to the next preset radio station or channel set on the main radio. If the front seat passengers are listening to the radio, this function may be inactive on some radios. When a cd or dvd audio disc is playing, press prog to go to the beginning of the disc or display ...

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    6-47 bluetooth ® the mobile phone portal supports bluetooth™ hands-free profile v. 1.5 and is specified in accordance with the bluetooth™ special interest group (sig). You will find further information about the specification on the internet at www.Qualweb.Bluetooth.Org. For security reasons at leas...

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    6-48 telephone main menu as soon as the mobile phone portal is switched on and the mobile phone is logged on, the telephone main menu is displayed on the display. Bluetooth ® connection bluetooth is a radio standard for the wireless connection of, for example, a telephone with other devices. Informa...

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    6-49 changing the bluetooth code when a bluetooth connection is set up for the first time with the mobile phone portal a standard code is displayed that can be changed at any time. At least a four-digit and randomly selected code should be used for security reasons. Select change bluetooth code, edi...

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    6-50 not every telephone supports all functions of the mobile phone portal. There can therefore be deviations from the function content described with these specific telephones. For further information please refer to the instructions for the telephone specific adapter. Adjust the volume for hands-f...

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    6-51 selecting a telephone number from the telephone book select phone book. In the displayed menu select the desired first letter range to start a preselection of the telephone book entries that you want displayed. After having performed the preselection: select the desired entry in the telephone b...

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    6-52 voice control the voice control of the mobile phone portal enables you to operate several functions of the mobile phone via voice input. It detects commands and numeric sequences independently of the relevant speaker. The commands and numeric sequences can be spoken without a voice pause betwee...

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    6-53 operation with the aid of the voice control the mobile phone can be operated very conveniently via voice input. It is sufficient to activate the voice control and say the desired command. After input of the command the infotainment system guides you through the dialogue with appropriate questio...

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    6-54 entering a telephone number after the command “dial” the voice control requests input of a number. The telephone number must be spoken in your normal speech without any artificial pauses between the numbers. Recognition is best, if a pause of at least half a second is made after every three to ...

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    6-55 example of a dialogue user: “dial” voice output: “please, say the number to dial” user: “plus four nine” voice output: “plus four nine” user: “seven three one” voice output: “seven three one” user: “one one nine nine” voice output: “one one nine nine” user: “dial” voice output: “the number is b...

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    6-56 example of a dialogue user: press the b g button> user: “send” voice output: “please, say the number to send” (for number input see the dialogue example for “entering a telephone number”) user: “send” re-dialling the number last dialled is re-dialed with the command “re-dialing”. Saving with th...

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    6-57 example of a dialogue user: “save” voice output: “please, say the number to save” (for number input see dialogue example for “enter telephone number“) user: “save” voice output: “please, say the name tag to save” user: voice output: “please, repeat the name tag to confirm” user: voice output: “...

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    6-58 example of a dialogue user: “pair” voice output: “do you want to add or delete a device?” user: “add” voice output: “using the pair function in the external device, enter to pair” (for number input see dialogue example for “enter telephone number“) voice output: “do you want to pair the device?...

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    6-59 bluetooth (navigation) for information about how to navigate the menu system using the infotainment controls, see “overview” under introduction, in the navigation supplement. Bluetooth pairing to make calls with a bluetooth cell phone through your vehicle, it must be paired to the vehicle's blu...

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    6-60 2. Select the bluetooth submenu. 3. Select “add new phone”, the pairing process will begin searching for bluetooth devices on your cellular phone. See the cell phone manufacturer's user guide for information on this process. On the cell phone, locate the device name, such as “general motors” . ...

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    6-61 4. The system voice prompt requests that you say the name you want used for the phone that is being paired. Use a name that best describes the phone. The system voice prompt then repeats the name you provided for confirmation, say “yes”. 5. The system responds with “phone name has been successf...

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    6-62 a list of all previously paired phones will be displayed. If there is a currently paired phone, a check mark will appear on the right side of the phone name. Deleting a paired phone 1. Press the config hard key repeatedly until the phone menu is shown or touch the phone tab on the screen. 2. Se...

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    6-63 4. Select the phone to be deleted and then follow the on screen prompts to delete the device from the system. 5. Once a phone has been deleted, the only way to connect back to that phone is to pair the phone again. See “bluetooth pairing” earlier before the process is started. Connecting to a p...

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    6-64 3. Select the device list submenu. 4. Select the phone to be paired and then follow the on screen prompts. 5. The phone menu will be displayed with the name of the phone paired. Srx.Book page 64 monday, june 8, 2009 8:28 am.

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    6-65 making a call press phone on the infotainment system to access the phone menu. Enter number use this option to enter a phone number and make a call. To do this: 1. Press the enter number selection. A dial pad displays on the navigation screen. 2. Enter the desired phone number by touching the a...

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    6-66 accepting a call press b g on the steering wheel control to answer the incoming call or touch the answer option to answer the call. Declining a call press c / $ on the steering wheel controls or select the decline option to decline the call. Call waiting call waiting must be supported on the bl...

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    6-67 3. Make another call. The first call will be placed on hold while the second call is dialing and connected. 4. To make a conference call, select the “merge” option which will merge both calls into one conference call. 5. To add more callers to the conference call, repeat steps 2 and 4. The amou...

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    6-68 2 notes srx.Book page 68 monday, june 8, 2009 8:28 am.

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    7-1 climate controls climate control systems dual automatic climate control system .................................. 7-1 rear climate control system ... 7-5 air vents air vents ................................. 7-6 climate control systems dual automatic climate control system the heating, cooling, ...

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    7-2 automatic operation 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. When the indicator light is on, the system is in full automatic operation. If the air delivery mode or fan settin...

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    7-3 (upper): air is directed to the windshield outlets. (hi-level): air is divided between the windshield and instrument panel outlets. 0 (defrost): clears the windshield of fog or frost more quickly. Air is directed to the windshield. # (air conditioning): press to turn the automatic air conditioni...

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    7-4 rear window defogger = (rear window defogger): press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. The rear window defogger turns off automatically after about 10 minutes. If turned on again it runs for about 5 minutes before turning off. At higher speeds, the rear window defogger may stay on cont...

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    7-5 rear climate control system for vehicles with the rear heat and air conditioning controls, they are integrated with the rear seat audio controls located in the center console. Rear climate control with rear seat audio controls a. Fan control b. Air delivery mode control c. Temperature control zo...

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    7-6 manual operation d c (fan control): press these buttons on the rear seat audio control panel to increase or decrease the airflow. Pressing the fan up button when the system is off will turn the system on. The air delivery mode remains in its previous setting. +/ − (temperature control): press th...

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    8-1 driving and operating driving information driving for better fuel economy ............................... 8-2 defensive driving ..................... 8-3 control of a vehicle .................. 8-3 braking ..................................... 8-3 steering .................................... 8-...

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    8-2 fuel fuel .........................................8-44 recommended fuel ................8-44 fuel additives .........................8-44 filling the tank .......................8-45 filling a portable fuel container ..............................8-47 towing general towing information ....8-48 ...

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    8-3 defensive driving defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” the first step in driving defensively is to wear your safety belt, see safety belts on page 2-12. { warning assume that other road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to be careless and make mistak...

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    8-4 and, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road, whether it is pavement or gravel; the condition of the road, whether it is wet, dry, or icy; tire tread; the condition of the brakes; the weight of the vehicle; and the amount of brake force applied. Avoid needl...

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    8-5 steering in emergencies there are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. These proble...

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    8-6 off-road recovery the vehicle's right wheels (if driving in an area with right hand rule of road) or left wheels (if driving in an area with left hand rule of road) can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, ...

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    8-7 of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material is on the road. For safety, slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance is longer and vehicle control more limited. While driving...

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    8-8 other rainy weather tips besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips include: • allow extra following distance. • pass with caution. • keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape. • keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir filled. • have good tires with proper tread depth. See tire...

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    8-9 • stay in your own lane. Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. • top of hills: be alert — something could be in your lane (stalled car, accident). • pay attention to special road signs (falling rocks area, winding roads, long ...

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    8-10 blizzard conditions being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: • turn on the hazard warning flashers. • tie a red cloth to an outside mirror. { warning snow can trap engine exhaust under t...

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    8-11 if it takes some time for help to arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator pedal slightly so the engine runs faster than the idle speed. This keeps the battery charged to restart the vehicle and to signal for help with the headlamps. Do this as little as possible to sa...

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    8-12 vehicle load limits it is very important to know how much weight the vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on the vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry, t...

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    8-13 the tire and loading information label also shows the tire size of the original equipment tires (c) and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures (d). For more information on tires and inflation see tires on page 9-49 and tire pressure on page 9-49. There is also important loading informati...

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    8-14 example 1 a. Vehicle capacity weight for example 1 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). B. Subtract occupant weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs). C. Available occupant and cargo weight = 317 kg (700 lbs). Example 2 a. Vehicle capacity weight for example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). B. Subtract occupant...

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    8-15 refer to the vehicle's tire and loading information label for specific information about the vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. Certification label label example a vehicle s...

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    8-16 { warning things you put inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. • put things in the cargo area of the vehicle. In the cargo area, put them as far forward as you can. Try to spread the weight evenly. • never stack heavier things, like suitcases, ...

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    8-17 adjustable throttle and brake pedal if the vehicle has this feature, the position of the throttle and brake pedals can be adjusted. The ignition must be in off or the vehicle must be in p (park) to adjust the pedals. An adjustment cannot be made if your foot is pushing on the throttle or brake ...

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    8-18 acc/accessory: this position allows you to use some electrical accessories when the engine is off. With the ignition off, pressing the button one time without the brake pedal applied, will place the ignition system in acc/accessory. The ignition will switch from acc/accessory to off after five ...

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    8-19 starting the gasoline engine place the transmission in the proper gear by moving the shift lever to p (park) or n (neutral). To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving, use n (neutral). Notice: do not try to shift to p (park) if the vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage t...

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    8-20 notice: cranking the engine for long periods of time, by pressing the start button immediately after cranking has ended, can overheat and damage the cranking motor, and drain the battery. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try, to allow the cranking motor to cool down. When the engine starts...

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    8-21 leaving the vehicle with the engine running if you have to leave the vehicle with the engine running, be sure the vehicle is in p (park) and the parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you have moved the shift lever into p (park), hold down the regular brake pedal. See if you can...

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    8-22 parking over things that burn { warning things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. Engine exhaust { warning engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (co) which cannot be seen or smell...

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    8-23 running the vehicle while parked it is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. { warning idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains carbon monox...

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    8-24 { warning it is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in p (park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. Yo...

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    8-25 notice: shifting out of p (park) or n (neutral) with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Be sure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting the vehicle. D (drive): this position is for normal driving....

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    8-26 an s will be displayed in the dic. Within sport mode there is a further performance feature called performance mode lift foot (pmlf) mode. The feature is activated automatically when sports oriented driving is detected, based on cornering and on/off throttle application. Pmlf allows the transmi...

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    8-27 while in the dsc mode, the transmission will automatically downshift when the vehicle comes to a stop. This will allow for more power during take-off. When accelerating the vehicle from a stop in snowy and icy conditions, you may want to shift into second gear. A higher gear ratio allows you to...

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    8-28 drive systems all-wheel drive with this feature, engine power is always sent to all four wheels. It is fully automatic, and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions. When using a compact spare tire on an awd vehicle, the system automatically detects the compact spare and disables awd. To re...

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    8-29 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 close to the vehicle in front of you, there will not be enough time to apply the brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahe...

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    8-30 epb apply the epb can be applied any time the vehicle is stopped. The epb is applied by momentarily lifting up on the epb switch. Once fully applied, the park brake status light will be on. While the brake is being applied, the status lamp will flash until full apply is reached. If the light do...

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    8-31 notice: driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. Automatic epb release the epb will automatically release if the...

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    8-32 ride control systems traction control system (tcs) the vehicle may have a traction control system (tcs) that limits wheel spin. The system will operate if it senses that any of the wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction. When this happens, the system brakes the spinning wheel(s) and/...

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    8-33 tcs off light tcs can be turned off by pressing and releasing d . When tcs is turned off, i comes on and the system will not limit wheel spin. Driving should be adjusted accordingly. Press and release d again to turn the system back on. When tcs is turned off, the system may still make noise. T...

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    8-34 if d comes on and stays on, reset the system by: 1. Stopping the vehicle. 2. Turning the engine off and waiting 15 seconds. 3. Starting the engine. If d still comes on and stays on, the vehicle needs service. Tcs/stabilitrak button d is located on the console. Stabilitrak off light tcs off ligh...

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    8-35 sport: use where road conditions or personal preference demand more control. This setting provides more “feel”, or response to road conditions through increased steering effort and suspension control. Transmission shift points and shift firmness are also enhanced. See manual mode on page 8-25 i...

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    8-36 t (on/off): press to turn the system on and off. + res (resume/accelerate): press to make the vehicle accelerate or resume to a previously set speed. Set − (set/coast): press to set the speed or make the vehicle slow down. [ (cancel): press to cancel cruise control without erasing the set speed...

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    8-37 reducing speed while using cruise control to reduce the vehicle speed while using cruise control: • press and hold the set– button on the steering wheel until the desired lower speed is reached, and then release the button. • to slow down in very small amounts, press the set– button on the stee...

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    8-38 { warning the ultrasonic front and rear park assist (ufrpa) system does not replace driver vision. It cannot detect: • objects that are below the bumper, underneath the vehicle, or if they are too close or far from the vehicle • children, pedestrians, bicyclists, or pets. If you do not use prop...

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    8-39 front display the front display is located in the instrument panel in the center of the speedometer and has four bars to provide distance and system information. The following describes how the ufrpa front display lights appear as the vehicle gets closer to a detected object: description metric...

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    8-40 when the system does not seem to work properly if ufrpa does not turn on due to a temporary condition, the message park assist off displays on the dic, and the light on the park assist button turns off. This can occur under the following conditions: • the ultrasonic sensors are not clean. Keep ...

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    8-41 do not back the vehicle by only looking at the rvc screen, or use the screen during longer, higher speed backing maneuvers or where there could be cross-traffic. Your judged distances using the screen will differ from actual distances. So if you do not use proper care before backing up, you cou...

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    8-42 symbols the navigation system may have a feature that lets the driver view symbols on the navigation screen while using the rear vision camera. The ultrasonic rear park assist (urpa) system must not be disabled to use the caution symbols. The error message “rear parking assist symbols unavailab...

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    8-43 rear vision camera location the camera is located above the license plate. The area displayed by the camera is limited. It does not display objects that are close to either corner or under the bumper and can vary depending on vehicle orientation or road conditions. The distance of the image tha...

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    8-44 • ice, snow, mud, or anything else builds up on the camera lens. Clean the lens, rinse it with water, and wipe it with a soft cloth. • the back of the vehicle is in an accident, the position and mounting angle of the camera can change or the camera can be affected. Be sure to have the camera an...

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    8-45 gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol might be available in your area. We recommend that you use these gasolines. However, e85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing more than 10% ethanol or more than 15% mtbe (an ether) must not be used in vehicles that were not designe...

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    8-46 the tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the passenger side of the vehicle. The fuel door is locked when the vehicle doors are locked and will unlock when the vehicle doors are unlocked. To open the fuel door, push the rearward center edge in and release and it will open. T...

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    8-47 notice: if a new fuel cap is needed, be sure to get the right type of cap from your dealer/retailer. The wrong type fuel cap might not fit properly, might cause the malfunction indicator lamp to light, and could damage the fuel tank and emissions system. See malfunction indicator lamp on page 4...

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    8-48 towing general towing information only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle. Contact your dealer/retailer or towing retailer for assistance with preparing the vehicle for towing a trailer. See the following trailer towing information in this section: • for information on ...

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    8-49 the vehicle can tow a trailer when equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment. For trailering capacity, see trailer towing on page 8-52. Trailering changes handling, acceleration, braking, durability and fuel economy. With the added weight, the engine, transmission, wheel assemblies and ...

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    8-50 towing with a stability control system when towing, the sound of the stability control system might be heard. The system is reacting to the vehicle movement caused by the trailer, which mainly occurs during cornering. This is normal when towing heavier trailers. Following distance stay at least...

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    8-51 when towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, engine coolant boils at a lower temperature than at normal altitudes. If the engine is turned off immediately after towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, the vehicle could show signs similar to engine overheating. To avoid this, let...

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    8-52 maintenance when trailer towing the vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. See the maintenance schedule for more information. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system and brake...

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    8-53 use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Package maximum trailer weight gcwr* 3.0l engine, awd 1 134 kg (2,500 lbs) 3 271 kg (7,212 lbs) 3.0l engine, awd, towing package 1 588 kg (3,500 lbs) 3 725 kg (8,212 lbs) *the gross co...

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    8-54 if a weight-carrying hitch or a weight-distributing hitch is being used, the trailer tongue (a) should weigh 10-15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (b). After loading the trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper. If they are not, adj...

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    8-55 to the front axle weight and 181 kg (400 lbs) to the rear axle weight. The vehicle now weighs: weight is still below 3 266 kg (7,200 lbs) and you might think 318 additional kilograms (700 lbs) should be subtracted from the trailering capacity to stay within gcwr limits. The maximum trailer weig...

  • Page 292

    8-56 towing equipment hitches it is important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why the right hitch is needed. • the rear bumper on the vehicle is not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitche...

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    8-57 4. Insert the hitch into the housing and push up firmly until you hear the knob snap into place against the hitch. 5. Remove the key and install the protective cover. Check that the hitch is correctly installed: • red marking on knob points towards white marking on hitch. • there is no gap betw...

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    8-58 removing the hitch 1. Pull the knob out and turn it clockwise as far as it will go. 2. Pull the hitch downwards out of the coupling housing and store it in a safe place. 3. Insert the plug in the housing. Safety chains always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer. Cross the safety c...

  • Page 295

    8-59 trailer sway control (tsc) the vehicle has a trailer sway control (tsc) feature as part of the stabilitrak system. If tsc detects that the trailer is swaying, the vehicle's brakes are automatically applied. When tsc is applying the brakes, the tcs/stabilitrak indicator light flashes to notify t...

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    8-60 2 notes srx.Book page 60 monday, june 8, 2009 8:28 am.

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    9-1 vehicle care general information general information ................. 9-3 accessories and modifications ......................... 9-3 vehicle checks doing your own service work ...................................... 9-4 hood ........................................ 9-5 engine compartment overvi...

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    9-2 wheels and tires tires ........................................9-49 tire pressure ..........................9-49 tire pressure for high-speed operation .............................9-51 tire pressure monitor system .................................9-52 tire pressure monitor operation ..............

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    9-3 general information for service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer. You will receive genuine gm parts and gm-trained and supported service people. Genuine gm parts have one of these marks: accessories and modifications adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories to the vehicle can affect...

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    9-4 vehicle checks doing your own service work { warning you can be injured and the vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. • be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts, and tools before attempting any ...

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    9-5 hood to open the hood: 1. Pull the release handle with the above symbol on it. It is located below the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. 2. Move the secondary hood release lever to the right to release the striker. The lever is located near the middle of the hood. 3. Lift the h...

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    9-6 engine compartment overview 3.0 l v6 engine srx.Book page 6 monday, june 8, 2009 8:28 am.

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    9-7 a. Engine air cleaner/filter on page 9-12. B. Power steering reservoir and cap (under engine cover). See power steering fluid on page 9-20. C. Engine oil fill cap. See engine oil on page 9-8. D. Engine oil dipstick (out of view). See engine oil on page 9-8. E. Engine cover on page 9-7. F. Transm...

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    9-8 engine oil checking engine oil it is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See engine compartment overview on page 9-6 for th...

  • Page 305

    9-9 what kind of engine oil to use look for three things: • gm4718m this vehicle's engine requires a special oil meeting gm standard gm4718m. Oils meeting this standard may be identified as synthetic. However, not all synthetic oils will meet this gm standard. Use only an oil that meets gm standard ...

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    9-10 engine oil additives / engine oil flushes do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils with the starburst symbol that meet gm standards are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not cove...

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    9-11 how to reset the engine oil life system reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change. To reset the system: 1. Using the dic menu button and thumbwheel on the turn signal lever, display oil life remaining on the dic. See driver i...

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    9-12 automatic transmission fluid how to check automatic transmission fluid it is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level. A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to your dealer/retailer service department and have it repaired as so...

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    9-13 how to inspect the engine air cleaner/filter to inspect the air cleaner/filter, remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt. If the filter remains caked with dirt, a new filter is required. To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter: 1...

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    9-14 7. To install the air filter, place filter inside box where the pleats fit in between the tabs located inside the lower box. Ensure that the cover cut outs (a) on both sides match the air filter tabs (b) on both sides. 8. Replace air cleaner cover by inserting tabs appropriately into slots. Low...

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    9-15 if the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface. The coolant level should be between the min and max lines. If it is not, you may have a leak at the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, wate...

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    9-16 what to use { warning adding only plain water to the cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. The vehicle's coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mix...

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    9-17 how to add coolant to the coolant surge tank notice: this vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged. If no problem is found, check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank. If coolant ...

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    9-18 { warning you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. 3.0 l v6 engine 1. Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the ...

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    9-19 check the level in the coolant surge tank when the cooling system has cooled down. If the coolant is not at the proper level, repeat steps 1 through 3 and reinstall the pressure cap. If the coolant still is not at the proper level when the system cools down again, see your dealer/retailer. Engi...

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    9-20 if no steam is coming from the engine compartment if an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle: • climbing a long hill on a hot day. • stopping after high-speed dr...

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    9-21 how to check power steering fluid to check the power steering fluid: 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. 2. Remove the engine cover, if required. See engine cover on page 9-7. 3. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean. 4. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick ...

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    9-22 • do not mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water does not clean as well as washer fluid. • fill the washer fluid tank only three-quarters full when it is very cold. This ...

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    9-23 brake adjustment every time the brakes are applied, with or without the vehicle moving, the brakes adjust for wear. Replacing brake system parts the braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good brak...

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    9-24 what to add use only new dot 3 brake fluid from a sealed container. See recommended fluids and lubricants on page 10-3. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir. { warning with the wrong kind of f...

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    9-25 refer to the replacement number shown on the original battery label when a new battery is needed. See engine compartment overview on page 9-6 for battery location. Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you are not careful. See jump starting on ...

  • Page 322

    9-26 to get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the transfer case, some lubricant needs to be added. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole. A fluid loss could indic...

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    9-27 park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. • to check the parking brake's holding ability: with the engine running and the transmission in n (neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do...

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    9-28 rear wiper blade replacement the rear wiper blade and wiper arm have a cover for protection. The cover must be removed before the wiper blade can be replaced. To remove the cover: 1. Slide a plastic tool under cover and push upward to unsnap. 2. Slide cover towards wiper blade tip to unhook fro...

  • Page 325

    9-29 headlamp aiming the headlamp aiming system has been preset at the factory. If the vehicle is damaged in an accident, the aim of the headlamps can be affected and adjustment could be necessary. It is recommended that a dealer/retailer adjust the headlamps. To re-aim the headlamps yourself, use t...

  • Page 326

    9-30 up-level vehicle 2. Locate the aim point at the center inner projector condensing lens of the low-beam headlamp (not the outer lens). 3. Measure the distance from the ground to the aim dot on the low-beam headlamp. Record the distance. 4. At the wall measure from the ground upward (a) to the re...

  • Page 327

    9-31 for the vehicle that is equipped with a base level lamp (halogen bulb), there will be one vertical headlamp aiming screw (v1). The aiming screw (v1) is adjusted from the engine compartment side of the beauty cover. For the vehicle that is equipped with an up-level headlamp (hid), there will be ...

  • Page 328

    9-32 bulb replacement for the proper type of replacement bulbs, see replacement bulbs on page 9-39. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer/retailer. Halogen bulbs { warning halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bul...

  • Page 329

    9-33 base headlamp assembly (passenger side shown, driver side similar) a. Low-beam headlamp/daytime running lamp (drl) b. High-beam headlamp c. Turn signal lamp up–level headlamp assembly (driver side shown, passenger side similar) a. High/low-beam headlamp b. Daytime running lamp (drl) c. Turn sig...

  • Page 330

    9-34 driver side the removal of the underhood electrical center is required for the replacement of one of these bulbs: 1. Open the hood. See hood on page 9-5. { warning liquids from environment or spillage and/or tools placed on top of or used in the underhood electrical center while the cover is re...

  • Page 331

    9-35 2. Disconnect the outlet duct by loosening the air duct clamp (a). 3. Remove the connector lock (b) located at the bottom of the sensor connector (c). 4. Press on the top and bottom of the sensor connectors (c) and remove. 5. Lift the three retaining clips (d) on the air filter housing. 6. Turn...

  • Page 332

    9-36 2. Remove the bottom cap for the high-beam headlamp bulb replacement from the back of the headlamp assembly. 3. Disconnect electrical connector. 4. Remove the bulb socket from the headlamp assembly. 5. Replace the bulb in the bulb socket. 6. Install the bulb socket in the headlamp assembly. 7. ...

  • Page 333

    9-37 5. Install the bulb socket in the headlamp assembly. 6. Connect the electrical connector. 7. Install the cap with the down arrow pointing down in the back of the headlamp assembly. 8. For driver side, reinstall the underhood electrical center cover by latching three clips. 9. For passenger side...

  • Page 334

    9-38 3. Remove the taillamp cover from the lamp assembly by pulling rearward from the top to unfasten from snap tabs. 4. Remove the two screws from the taillamp assembly. 5. Pull the taillamp assembly straight back to remove. 6. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp as...

  • Page 335

    9-39 license plate lamp to replace one of these bulbs: 1. Open the liftgate. See liftgate (manual) on page 1-12 and liftgate (power) on page 1-13 for more information. Passenger side shown, driver side similar 2. Push the left end of the lamp assembly towards the right. 3. Turn the lamp assembly dow...

  • Page 336

    9-40 electrical system electrical system overload the vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrical system overload. When the current electrical load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the current load returns to normal or the p...

  • Page 337

    9-41 fuses and circuit breakers the wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems. To check a fuse, look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band ...

  • Page 338

    9-42 engine compartment fuse block j-case fuses usage 6 wiper 12 vacuum pump 24 anitlock brake system pump 25 rear electrical center 1 26 rear electrical center 2 27 not used 41 cooling fan 2 42 starter 43 not used 44 not used 45 cooling fan 1 59 secondary air injection reaction pump srx.Book page 4...

  • Page 339

    9-43 mini fuses usage 1 engine control module battery 2 transmission control module battery 3 mass air flow sensor 4 not used 5 engine control module run crank 7 post–catalytic converter o2 sensor 8 pre–catalytic converter o2 sensor 9 engine control module powertrain 10 fuel injectors– even 11 fuel ...

  • Page 340

    9-44 52 fuel system control module 53 headlamp level 54 sensing diagnostic module ignition 55 high beam headlamp–right 56 high beam headlamp–left 57 ignition steering column lock 65 trailer right stop lamp 66 trailer left stop lamp 67 spare 68 spare mini fuses usage 69 spare 70 spare 71 spare 72 spa...

  • Page 341

    9-45 instrument panel fuse block the instrument panel fuse block is located in the center console between the driver and passenger seats. To access the fuses, open the fuse panel door from the passenger side by pulling it out. To reinstall the door, push the door back into its original location. Ins...

  • Page 342

    9-46 onstar onstar ® system rain snsr rain sensor bcm 6 body control module 6 escl electronic steering column lock airbag sensing and diagnostic module dlc data link connection ipc instrument panel cluster spare not used bcm 1 body control module 1 bcm 2 body control module 2 mini fuses usage amp/rd...

  • Page 343

    9-47 rear compartment fuse block fuses usage spare fuses spare fuses aos mdl automatic occupant sensing module spare not used spare not used spare not used pass dr wdo sw passenger door window switch drv pwr seat driver power seat pass dr pwr seat passenge/driver power seats mdl trlr trailer module ...

  • Page 344

    9-48 trlr mdl trailer module sads mdl semi active damping system module rr htd seat rear heated seats frt htd seat front heated seats theft horn theft horn * lgate liftgate rear defog rear defog * bcm theft body control module theft * trlr 2 trailer 2 fuses usage ugdo universal garage door opener rt...

  • Page 345

    9-49 wheels and tires tires your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your vehicle warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer. {...

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    9-50 • needless damage from road hazards a vehicle specific tire and loading information label is attached to your vehicle. This label shows your vehicle's original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold. The recommended cold tire inflation pressure, sh...

  • Page 347

    9-51 if you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve. Re-check the tire pressure with the tire gage. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture. Tire pressure for high-speed operat...

  • Page 348

    9-52 tire pressure monitor system the tire pressure monitor system (tpms) uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels. The tpms sensors monitor the air pressure in your vehicle's tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle. Each tire, including t...

  • Page 349

    9-53 tire pressure monitor operation this vehicle may have a tire pressure monitor system (tpms). The tpms is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists. Tpms sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly, excluding the spare tire and wheel assembly. The tpms senso...

  • Page 350

    9-54 factory-installed tire inflator kits use a gm approved liquid tire sealant. Using non-approved tire sealants could damage the tpms sensors. See tire sealant and compressor kit on page 9-64 for information regarding the inflator kit materials and instructions. Tpms malfunction light and message ...

  • Page 351

    9-55 • operating electronic devices or being near facilities using radio wave frequencies similar to the tpms could cause the tpms sensors to malfunction. If the tpms is not functioning it cannot detect or signal a low tire condition. See your dealer/retailer for service if the tpms malfunction ligh...

  • Page 352

    9-56 6. Press set to confirm selection. The horn sounds twice to signal the receiver is in relearn mode and tire learning active message displays on the dic screen. 7. Start with the driver side front tire. 8. Remove the valve cap from the valve cap stem. Activate the tpms sensor by increasing or de...

  • Page 353

    9-57 tire rotation have the tires inpected and rotated at the mileages recommended in the maintenance schedule booklet. The purpose of a regular tire rotation is to achieve a uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. This will ensure that the vehicle continues to perform most like it did when the t...

  • Page 354

    9-58 when it is time for new tires various factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road conditions influence when you need new tires. One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which appear when the tires have only 1.6...

  • Page 355

    9-59 buying new tires gm has developed and matched specific tires for your vehicle. The original equipment tires installed on your vehicle, when it was new, were designed to meet general motors tire performance criteria specification (tpc spec) system rating. If you need replacement tires, gm strong...

  • Page 356

    9-60 if you must replace your vehicle's tires with those that do not have a tpc spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating, and construction type (radial and bias-belted tires) as your vehicle's original tires. { warning if you use bias-ply tires on the vehicle, the whee...

  • Page 357

    9-61 see buying new tires on page 9-59 and accessories and modifications on page 9-3 for additional information. { warning if you add different sized wheels, your vehicle may not provide an acceptable level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected. You may inc...

  • Page 358

    9-62 if you need to replace any of the wheels, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, or tire pressure monitor system (tpms) sensors, replace them only with new gm original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, and tpms sensors for the vehicle. { warning usi...

  • Page 359

    9-63 if a tire goes flat it is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle's tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a blowout, here are a few tips about what to expect and what...

  • Page 360

    9-64 this vehicle may come with a jack and spare tire or a tire sealant and compressor kit. To use the jacking equipment to change a spare tire safely, follow the instructions below. Then see tire changing on page 9-72. To use the tire sealant and compressor kit, see tire sealant and compressor kit ...

  • Page 361

    9-65 { warning over-inflating a tire could cause the tire to rupture and you or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the tire sealant and compressor kit instructions and inflate the tire to its recommended pressure. Do not exceed the recommended pressure. If this vehicle has a tire se...

  • Page 362

    9-66 a. Selector switch (sealant/air or air only) b. On/off button c. Pressure gage d. Pressure deflation button (if equipped) e. Tire sealant canister f. Sealant/air hose (clear) g. Air only hose (black) h. Power plug tire sealant read and follow the safe handling instructions on the label adhered ...

  • Page 363

    9-67 using the tire sealant and compressor kit to temporarily seal and inflate a punctured tire follow the directions closely for correct sealant usage. When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures, warm the kit in a heated environment for 5 minutes. This will help to infl...

  • Page 364

    9-68 6. Plug the power plug (h) into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets. See power outlets on page 4-12. If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet, do not use the cigarette lighter. If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter, use the ci...

  • Page 365

    9-69 13. Turn the sealant/air hose (f) counterclockwise to remove it from the tire valve stem. 14. Replace the tire valve stem cap. 15. Replace the sealant/air hose (f), and the power plug (h) back in their original location. 16. If the flat tire was able to inflate to the recommended inflation pres...

  • Page 366

    9-70 using the tire sealant and compressor kit without sealant to inflate a tire (not punctured) to use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air only and not sealant: always do a safety check first. See if a tire goes flat on page 9-63. 1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its sto...

  • Page 367

    9-71 if the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter, use the cigarette lighter. Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window. 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor. 8. Turn the selector switch (a) clockwise to the air only position. 9. Press the on/o...

  • Page 368

    9-72 removal and installation of the sealant canister to remove the sealant canister: 1. Unwrap the sealant hose. 2. Press the canister release button. 3. Pull up and remove the canister. 4. Replace with a new canister which is available from your dealer/retailer. 5. Push the new canister into place...

  • Page 369

    9-73 the prop rod locks into place when open. 3. Remove the spare tire cover. 4. Remove the nut retaining the spare tire. 5. Remove the spare tire and place it next to the tire being changed. 6. Remove the wing nut (d). 7. Remove the extension (a), jack (b) and wheel wrench (c) and place them near t...

  • Page 370

    9-74 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 9-63 for more information. 2. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen a...

  • Page 371

    9-75 7. Insert the hooked end of the extension handle through the jack and the flat end through the wheel wrench. { warning getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is support...

  • Page 372

    9-76 notice: using a jack to raise the vehicle without positioning it correctly could damage your vehicle. When raising your vehicle on a jack, be sure to position it correctly under the frame and avoid contact with the plastic molding. 10. Put the compact spare tire near you. Remove all of the whee...

  • Page 373

    9-77 14. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 15. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. { warning never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle's wheel could fall off, causing a ...

  • Page 374

    9-78 notice: wheel covers will not fit on your vehicle's compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare, the cover or the spare could be damaged. Storing a flat or spare tire and tools to store the flat or spare tire and tools: 1. Open the liftgate. See liftgate (manual) on page...

  • Page 375

    9-79 6. Route the strap through the wheel, as shown. 7. Attach the strap to the other cargo tie-down in the rear of the vehicle. 8. Tighten the strap. The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can. Compact spare tire if this vehi...

  • Page 376

    9-80 jump starting if the vehicle battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely. { warning batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: • they contain acid that can burn you. • they...

  • Page 377

    9-81 4. Open the hood on the other vehicle and locate the positive (+) and negative ( −) terminal locations on that vehicle. Open the hood on your vehicle and find the remote positive (+) and remote negative ( −) jump starting terminals. Your vehicle is equipped with a remote positive (+) terminal (...

  • Page 378

    9-82 be sure the battery has enough water. You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps, be sure the right amount of fluid is there. If it is low, add water to take care of that first. If you do not, explosive gas could be present. Batte...

  • Page 379

    9-83 your vehicle has a remote ( −) terminal for this purpose. 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. Notice: if the jumper cables are c...

  • Page 380

    9-84 towing towing the vehicle to avoid damage, the disabled vehicle should be towed with all four wheels off the ground. Consult your dealer/retailer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed. The disabled vehicle should be loaded onto a flatbed vehicle carrier. Imprope...

  • Page 381

    9-85 rear tow eye carefully open the cover by using the small notch that conceals the rear tow eye socket. Install the tow eye into the socket by turning it clockwise until it stops in a horizontal position. When the tow eye is removed, reinstall the cover with the notch in the original position. To...

  • Page 382

    9-86 • is the proper towing equipment going to be used? See your dealer/retailer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations. • is the vehicle ready to be towed? Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip, make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed. Dinghy to...

  • Page 383

    9-87 notice: too much or too little fluid can damage the transmission. Be sure that the transmission fluid is at the proper level before towing with all four wheels on the ground. Notice: do not tow a vehicle with the front drive wheels on the ground if one of the front tires is a compact spare tire...

  • Page 384

    9-88 appearance care exterior care cleaning exterior lamps/lenses use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “washing the vehicle” later in this section. Finish care occasional waxing or mild polishing of the veh...

  • Page 385

    9-89 notice: certain cleaners contain chemicals that can damage the emblems or nameplates on the vehicle. Check the cleaning product label. If it states that it should not be used on plastic parts, do not use it on the vehicle or damage may occur and it would not be covered by the warranty. Do not u...

  • Page 386

    9-90 notice: chrome wheels and other chrome trim may be damaged if the vehicle is not washed after driving on roads that have been sprayed with magnesium, calcium or sodium chloride. These chlorides are used on roads for conditions such as ice and dust. Always wash the vehicle's chrome with soap and...

  • Page 387

    9-91 wipers can be damaged by: • extreme dusty conditions • sand and salt • heat and sun • snow and ice, without proper removal tires use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean the tires. Notice: using petroleum-based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the paint finish and/or tires. ...

  • Page 388

    9-92 chemical paint spotting some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on the vehicle. This damage can take two forms: blotchy, ring-shaped discolorations, and small, irregular dark spots etched into the paint...

  • Page 389

    9-93 • use only mild, neutral-ph soaps. Avoid laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers. Using too much soap will leave a residue that leaves streaks and attracts dirt. For liquid cleaners, about 20 drops per 3.78 l (1 gal) of water is a good guide. • do not heavily saturate the uphols...

  • Page 390

    9-94 leather to remove dust, a soft cloth dampened with water can be used. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used. Allow the leather to dry naturally. Do not use heat, steam, or spot lifters or spot removers, or shoe polish on leather. M...

  • Page 391

    10-1 service and maintenance general information general information ............... 10-1 recommended fluids, lubricants, and parts recommended fluids and lubricants ............................ 10-3 maintenance replacement parts ................................. 10-4 general information notice: mai...

  • Page 392

    10-2 the maintenance schedule is for vehicles that: • carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the tire and loading information label. See vehicle load limits on page 8-12. • are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. • use the recommended fuel. See recommende...

  • Page 393

    10-3 recommended fluids, lubricants, and parts recommended fluids and lubricants usage fluid/lubricant engine oil the engine requires a special engine oil meeting gm standard gm4718m. Oils meeting this standard can be identified with the american petroleum institute (api) certified for gasoline engi...

  • Page 394

    10-4 maintenance replacement parts replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your retailer. Power liftgate actuator ball joint multi-purpose lubricant (gm part no. 89021668). Weatherstrip conditioning weatherstrip lubricant (gm part no. 3634770) o...

  • Page 395

    11-1 technical data vehicle identification vehicle identification number (vin) .................................... 11-1 service parts identification label .................................... 11-1 vehicle data capacities and specifications ...................... 11-2 engine drive belt routing .... ...

  • Page 396

    11-2 vehicle data capacities and specifications application capacities metric english air conditioning refrigerant r134a for the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood. See your dealer/retailer for more information. Engine cooling ...

  • Page 397

    11-3 engine specifications vehicle top speed engine vin code transmission horsepower engine torque spark plug gap 3.0l v6 (lf1) y automatic 211 kw (283 hp) @ 7000 rpm 310 nm (229 lb-ft) @ 5300 rpm 1.10 mm (0.043 in) top speed 205 km/h srx.Book page 3 monday, june 8, 2009 8:28 am.

  • Page 398

    11-4 engine drive belt routing 3.0l v6 engine srx.Book page 4 monday, june 8, 2009 8:28 am.

  • Page 399

    12-1 customer information collision damage repair collision damage repair...... 12-1 service publications ordering information........................ 12-3 vehicle data recording and privacy vehicle data recording and privacy.............................. 12-3 event data recorders .......... 12-4 on...

  • Page 400

    12-2 recycled original equipment parts may also be used for repair. These parts are typically removed from vehicles that were total losses in prior crashes. In most cases, the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle. A recycled original equipment gm part, may be an acceptable...

  • Page 401

    12-3 service publications ordering information see your dealer/retailer for information about ordering service publications. Service manuals service manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Service bulletins...

  • Page 402

    12-4 event data recorders this vehicle has an event data recorder (edr). The main purpose of an edr is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle's systems performed. The edr...

  • Page 403

    12-5 onstar ® if your vehicle has onstar and you subscribe to the onstar services, please refer to the onstar terms and conditions for information on data collection and use. See also onstar ® system on page 4-49 in this manual for more information. Navigation system if your vehicle has a navigation...

  • Page 404

    12-6 2 notes srx.Book page 6 monday, june 8, 2009 8:28 am.