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Cadillac SRX 2016 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2: Contents

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 contents introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 in brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 keys, doors, and windows . . . . . 26 seats and restraints . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 2 introduction introduction the names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, gm, the gm logo, cadillac, the cadillac ...

  • Page 4

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 introduction 3 danger, warning, and caution warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them. { danger danger indicates a hazard with a hig...

  • Page 5

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 4 introduction 3 : headlamp high/low-beam changer ( : heated steering wheel j : latch system child restraints * : malfunction indicator lamp : : oil pressure g : outside power foldaway mirrors o : power / :...

  • Page 6: In Brief

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 in brief 5 in brief instrument panel instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 initial drive information initial drive information . . . . . . . . . . 8 remote keyless entry (rke) system . . . . . ...

  • Page 7: Instrument Panel

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 6 in brief instrument panel.

  • Page 8

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 in brief 7 1. Air vents 0 173. 2. Turn signal lever. See turn and lane-change signals 0 162. 3. Cruise control 0 204. Forward collision alert (fca) system 0 218. 4. Instrument cluster 0 119. 5. Steering whe...

  • Page 9: Initial Drive

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 8 in brief initial drive information this section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to each...

  • Page 10

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 in brief 9 canceling a remote start to cancel a remote start, do one of the following: . Press and hold / until the parking lamps turn off. . Turn on the hazard warning flashers. . Turn the vehicle on and t...

  • Page 11

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 10 in brief power liftgate operation on vehicles with a power liftgate, the switch is on the driver door. The vehicle must be in p (park) to use the power feature. The taillamps flash when the power liftgat...

  • Page 12

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 in brief 11 seat adjustment manual seats to adjust a manual seat: 1. Pull the handle at the front of the seat cushion. 2. Move the seat forward or rearward to adjust the seat position. 3. Release the handle...

  • Page 13

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 12 in brief lumbar adjustment increase or decrease the lumbar support by pressing and holding the front or rear of the control. See lumbar adjustment 0 54. Memory features if equipped, the 1, 2, and mem but...

  • Page 14

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 in brief 13 heated and ventilated seats heated and ventilated seat buttons shown, heated seat buttons similar if available, the buttons are near the climate controls on the center stack. To operate, the ign...

  • Page 15

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 14 in brief . How to wear safety belts properly 0 63. . Lap-shoulder belt 0 64. . Lower anchors and tethers for children (latch system) 0 87. Passenger sensing system united states canada and mexico the pas...

  • Page 16

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 in brief 15 steering wheel adjustment to adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull the lever down. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down. 3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you. 4. Pull the lev...

  • Page 17

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 16 in brief to manually turn the reading lamps on or off: . For the overhead console reading lamps, press the m or n next to each lamp. . For the rear passenger reading lamps, press the lamp lens. For more ...

  • Page 18

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 in brief 17 the x int band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. If equipped with rainsense, move the windshield wiper lever to int and turn the x int band to adjust the sensitivity to...

  • Page 19

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 18 in brief climate controls the climate control buttons and the touch screen are used to adjust the heating, cooling, and ventilation. Climate control buttons 1. Driver and passenger temperature controls 2...

  • Page 20: Vehicle Features

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 in brief 19 see dual automatic climate control system 0 167 and rear climate control system 0 171 (if equipped). Transmission driver shift control (dsc) dsc allows you to shift an automatic transmission sim...

  • Page 21

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 20 in brief set− : press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control or to decrease vehicle speed if the cruise control is already activated. * : press to disengage cruise control ...

  • Page 22

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 in brief 21 vehicle. This can help avoid or lessen the severity of crashes when driving in a forward gear. See front automatic braking (fab) system 0 221. Lane departure warning (ldw) if equipped, ldw may h...

  • Page 23

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 22 in brief backing crashes when the vehicle is shifted into r (reverse). If the system detects the vehicle is backing too fast to avoid a crash with a detected object behind your vehicle in your path, it m...

  • Page 24: Performance And

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 in brief 23 performance and maintenance traction control/ electronic stability control the traction control system (tcs) limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically when the vehicle is started. The...

  • Page 25

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 24 in brief see tire pressure monitor system 0 287. Engine oil life system the engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the change engine oil soon message when it ...

  • Page 26

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 in brief 25 roadside service u.S.: 1-800-224-1400 canada: 1-800-882-1112 tty users (u.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438 new cadillac owners are automatically enrolled in the roadside service program. See roadside se...

  • Page 27: Keys, Doors, And

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 26 keys, doors, and windows keys, doors, and windows keys and locks keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 remote keyless entry (rke) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 28

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 keys, doors, and windows 27 the key, inside the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter, is used for the driver door and glove box. To remove the key, press the button near the bottom of the transmitter, and...

  • Page 29

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 28 keys, doors, and windows with remote start and power liftgate shown, without similar q (lock) : press to lock all doors. The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound on the second press...

  • Page 30

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 keys, doors, and windows 29 keyless access can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first lock/unlock press from the driver door. See vehicle personalization 0 147. Keyless unlocking/locking from the dr...

  • Page 31

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 30 keys, doors, and windows transmitter inside the vehicle. If passive locking is enabled, the doors may lock with the rke transmitter inside the vehicle. Do not leave the rke transmitter in an unattended v...

  • Page 32

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 keys, doors, and windows 31 4. Press the engine start/ stop button. When the transmitter is learned the dic display will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter. 5. Remove the transmitter from...

  • Page 33

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 32 keys, doors, and windows 6. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press the transmitter k or q button. To program additional transmitters, repeat steps 4–6. When all additional transmitt...

  • Page 34

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 keys, doors, and windows 33 2. Separate the two halves of the transmitter using a flat tool inserted into the bottom center of the transmitter. Do not use the key slot. 3. Remove the old battery. Do not use...

  • Page 35

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 34 keys, doors, and windows starting the engine using remote start 1. Press and release q on the rke transmitter. 2. Immediately press and hold / for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps fla...

  • Page 36

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 keys, doors, and windows 35 door locks { warning unlocked doors can be dangerous. . Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. The chance of being thrown ou...

  • Page 37

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 36 keys, doors, and windows power door locks q (lock) : press to lock the doors. K (unlock) : press to unlock the doors. Delayed locking this feature delays the locking of the doors until five seconds after...

  • Page 38: Doors

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 keys, doors, and windows 37 press z { to activate the safety locks. The indicator light comes on when activated. The rear door power windows are also disabled. See power windows 0 46. Press z { again to dea...

  • Page 39

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 38 keys, doors, and windows press the touch pad in the handle of the liftgate, above the license plate, and lift up to open. Do not press the touch pad while closing the liftgate. This will cause the liftga...

  • Page 40

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 keys, doors, and windows 39 . Press the touch pad on the liftgate outside handle after unlocking all doors. Press and release 8 on the liftgate next to the latch to close the liftgate. Pressing any liftgate...

  • Page 41: Vehicle Security

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 40 keys, doors, and windows 2. Stop the liftgate movement at the desired height by pressing any liftgate switch. Manually adjust the liftgate position if needed. 3. Press and hold 8 on the liftgate next to ...

  • Page 42

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 keys, doors, and windows 41 on solid : vehicle is secured during the delay to arm the system. Fast flash : vehicle is unsecured. A door, the hood, or the liftgate is open. Slow flash : alarm system is armed...

  • Page 43

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 42 keys, doors, and windows if the alarm system has been activated, a message will appear on the dic. See security messages 0 144. Power sounder, inclination sensor, and intrusion sensor in addition to the ...

  • Page 44: Exterior Mirrors

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 keys, doors, and windows 43 the security light, in the instrument cluster, comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. The system has one or more rke transmitters mat...

  • Page 45

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 44 keys, doors, and windows power mirrors manual folding mirrors shown, power folding similar to adjust the mirror: 1. Move the selector switch to l (left) or r (right) to choose the driver or passenger mir...

  • Page 46: Interior Mirrors

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 keys, doors, and windows 45 heated mirrors 1 (rear window defogger) : press to heat the mirrors. See “rear window defogger” under dual automatic climate control system 0 167. Automatic dimming mirror if the...

  • Page 47: Windows

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 46 keys, doors, and windows automatic dimming rearview mirror if equipped, automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started. Windows { w...

  • Page 48

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 keys, doors, and windows 47 the driver power window switches control all windows. Each passenger switch only controls that window. The power windows work when the ignition is in on/run or acc/accessory, or ...

  • Page 49

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 48 keys, doors, and windows to program: 1. With the ignition in on/run or acc/accessory, or when retained accessory power (rap) is active, close all doors. 2. Press and hold the power window switch until th...

  • Page 50: Roof

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 keys, doors, and windows 49 roof sunroof on vehicles with a sunroof, the switches are on the overhead console. The sunroof only operates when the ignition is in on/run/start or acc/accessory, or in retained...

  • Page 51

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 50 keys, doors, and windows dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodic...

  • Page 52: Seats And

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 51 seats and restraints head restraints head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 front seats seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 power seat adjustment . . . . . . ....

  • Page 53: Head Restraints

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 52 seats and restraints head restraints { 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...

  • Page 54: Front Seats

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 53 to lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the head restraint down. Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to ma...

  • Page 55

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 54 seats and restraints 2. Move the seat forward or rearward to adjust the seat position. 3. Release the handle to stop the seat from moving. 4. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked i...

  • Page 56

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 55 thigh support adjustment if available, adjust the manual leg extension by pulling up on the lever, and then pulling or pushing on the support to lengthen or shorten it. Release the l...

  • Page 57

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 56 seats and restraints to recline a manual seatback: 1. Lift the lever. 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. Push and pull on the seatb...

  • Page 58

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 57 2. Adjust the driver seat, power tilt and telescoping steering column (if equipped), and the outside mirrors on some vehicles. 3. Press and hold mem (memory) and 1 until three beeps ...

  • Page 59

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 58 seats and restraints . If recalling the exit position, press and hold the power seat control rearward for two seconds. Then try recalling the exit position again. If the memory position is still not reca...

  • Page 60: Rear Seats

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 59 remote start heated and ventilated seats during a remote start, the heated or ventilated seats can be turned on automatically. When it is cold outside, the heated seats turn on, and ...

  • Page 61

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 60 seats and restraints 3. Lift the lever on the top of the seatback. A tab near the seatback lever raises when the seatback is unlocked. 4. Fold the seatback forward. A tab near the seatback lever retracts...

  • Page 62

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 61 heated rear seats { warning if you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns. See the warning under heated and ventilated front seats 0 58. ...

  • Page 63: Safety Belts

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 62 seats and restraints safety belts this section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts. { warning do not let anyone ride where ...

  • Page 64

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 63 q: if my vehicle has airbags, why should i have to wear safety belts? A: airbags are supplemental systems only; so they work with safety belts — not instead of them. Whether or not a...

  • Page 65

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 64 seats and restraints lap-shoulder belt all seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if t...

  • Page 66

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 65 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position. Always stow the safety...

  • Page 67

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 66 seats and restraints safety belt pretensioners this vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants. Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the safety ...

  • Page 68

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 67 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be behind the belt with the plastic guide on the front. 4. Buckle, position, and release the safety be...

  • Page 69

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 68 seats and restraints 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 vehicle'...

  • Page 70: Airbag System

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 69 new parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt system was not being used at the time of the crash. Have the safety belt pretensioners checked if the vehicle has been ...

  • Page 71

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 70 seats and restraints warning (continued) designed to work with safety belts, not replace them. Also, airbags are not designed to inflate in every crash. In some crashes safety belts are the only restrain...

  • Page 72

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 71 where are the airbags? The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel. The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel. Driver...

  • Page 73

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 72 seats and restraints warning (continued) clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering....

  • Page 74

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 73 will inflate when either side of the vehicle is struck, if the sensing system predicts that the vehicle is about to roll over on its side, or in a severe frontal impact. In any parti...

  • Page 75

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 74 seats and restraints { warning when an airbag inflates, there may be dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid thi...

  • Page 76

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 75 passenger sensing system the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position. The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead consol...

  • Page 77

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 76 seats and restraints warning (continued) secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in the front outboard passenger seat...

  • Page 78

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 77 2. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle. 3. Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. 4. Reinstall th...

  • Page 79

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 78 seats and restraints { warning if the front outboard passenger airbag is turned off for an adult-sized occupant, the airbag will not be able to inflate and help protect that person in a crash, resulting ...

  • Page 80

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 79 servicing the airbag-equipped vehicle airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around the vehicle. Your dealer and th...

  • Page 81: Child Restraints

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 80 seats and restraints vehicle is modified for any other reason, call customer assistance. See customer assistance offices 0 348. Airbag system check the airbag system does not need regularly scheduled mai...

  • Page 82

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 81 booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the child passes the fit test below: . Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, contin...

  • Page 83

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 82 seats and restraints { warning 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 c...

  • Page 84

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 83 the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. { ...

  • Page 85

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 84 seats and restraints restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The restraint manufacturer instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and hei...

  • Page 86

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 85 forward-facing child seat a forward-facing child seat provides restraint for the child's body with the harness. Booster seats a booster seat is a child restraint designed to improve ...

  • Page 87

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 86 seats and restraints important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop...

  • Page 88

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 87 warning (continued) the front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. See passenger sensing s...

  • Page 89

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 88 seats and restraints child restraint. A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor. The latch anchorage system can be used until the combined weight of the child plus th...

  • Page 90

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 89 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 always to be attached. In canada, the l...

  • Page 91

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 90 seats and restraints according to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. S...

  • Page 92

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 91 caution (continued) do not fold the empty rear seat with a safety belt buckled. This could damage the safety belt or the seat. Unbuckle and return the safety belt to its stowed posit...

  • Page 93

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 92 seats and restraints if you are using a dual tether in the rear outboard seating position and the head restraint has been removed, route the dual tether over the seatback. If you are using a single tethe...

  • Page 94

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 93 back and forth. There should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement for proper installation. Head restraint removal and reinstallation the rear outboard head restraints can be rem...

  • Page 95

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 94 seats and restraints 1. Insert the head restraint posts into the holes in the top of the seatback. The notches on the posts must face the driver side of the vehicle. 2. Push the head restraint down. If n...

  • Page 96

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 95 if more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat, be sure to read where to put the restraint 0 86. 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. If the head restrain...

  • Page 97

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 96 seats and restraints 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 retra...

  • Page 98

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 97 { warning a child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-fa...

  • Page 99

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 98 seats and restraints through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until ...

  • Page 100

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 seats and restraints 99 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 retra...

  • Page 101: Storage

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 100 storage storage storage compartments storage compartments . . . . . . . 100 glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 front storage . . ....

  • Page 102

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 storage 101 cupholders the front cupholder has a divider that can be adjusted to accommodate large or small containers. For large containers, press the button to move aside the divider and make the cupholde...

  • Page 103: Additional Storage

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 102 storage center console storage the center console has an armrest, upper storage tray, and lower storage area. The armrest can be adjusted. Slide the top of the armrest to adjust to the desired position....

  • Page 104

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 storage 103 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 the trim panels of the vehicle. 3. Push down on th...

  • Page 105

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 104 storage cargo tie-downs for vehicles equipped with cargo tie‐downs, the four tie-downs are located in the rear compartment of the vehicle. Use the tie-downs to secure small loads. Cargo management syste...

  • Page 106

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 storage 105 warning (continued) always store it outside of the vehicle. When it is replaced, always be sure that it is securely reattached. To access the rear storage areas of the cargo management system, a...

  • Page 107

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 106 storage press both adapter buttons to move the adapters (2) on the straight part of the u-rail. To move the fence around the u-rail, disconnect one side: 1. Unlock by turning the latch (1) to align k wi...

  • Page 108

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 storage 107 3. Insert the top of the fence into the lower two clips (1). 4. Turn the bottom of the fence up and insert it into the upper two clips (2). D-ring sliders if equipped with a d-ring system, there...

  • Page 109

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 108 storage there are four openings in the headliner: two behind the front seats and two behind the rear seats. 1. Insert the top corners of the cargo net into the large openings in the headliner and secure...

  • Page 110: Roof Rack System

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 storage 109 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 ...

  • Page 111

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 110 storage caution loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 100 kg (220 lb) or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage the vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests evenly between the...

  • Page 112: Instruments And

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 111 instruments and controls controls steering wheel adjustment . . . 112 steering wheel controls . . . . . . 112 heated steering wheel . . . . . . . 112 horn . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 113: Controls

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 112 instruments and controls service vehicle messages . . . . 144 starting the vehicle messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 tire messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 transmission messa...

  • Page 114

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 113 horn press a on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn. Windshield wiper/washer with the ignition in acc/ accessory or on/run/start, move the windshield wiper lever to select ...

  • Page 115

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 114 instruments and controls int (intermittent wipes/rainsense wipe sensitivity control) : move the windshield wiper lever to int. Turn the x int band on the wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity. . Turn th...

  • Page 116

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 115 off : the rear wiper turns off when the button is returned to the middle position. Int (intermittent rear wipes) : press the lower portion of the button for intermittent wipes. ...

  • Page 117

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 116 instruments and controls clock the infotainment system controls are used to access the time and date settings through the menu system. See “home page” in the infotainment manual for information about ho...

  • Page 118

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 117 caution (continued) always unplug electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum 20 ampere rating. Certain accessory power plugs may ...

  • Page 119: Warning Lights,

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 118 instruments and controls there may also be ashtrays on the center floor console behind the shift lever and in the rear doors. Caution if papers, pins, or other flammable items are put in the ashtray, ho...

  • Page 120

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 119 instrument cluster english shown, metric similar.

  • Page 121

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 120 instruments and controls cluster application displays the cluster has three interactive display zones. Use the five-way control on the right steering wheel control to move between the different display ...

  • Page 122

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 121 tachometer the tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Caution if the engine is operated with the rpm’s in the warning area at the high end of the ...

  • Page 123

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 122 instruments and controls engine coolant temperature gauge metric english this gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle's engine. While driving under normal operating conditions, if the needle moves...

  • Page 124

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 123 when the vehicle is started this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind the front passenger to fasten their safety belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is...

  • Page 125

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 124 instruments and controls { warning if the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it means the airbag system might not be working properly. The airbags in...

  • Page 126

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 125 { warning if the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have...

  • Page 127

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 126 instruments and controls caution modifications to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system, or the use of replacement tires that do not meet the original tire specifications, can cause ...

  • Page 128

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 127 the vehicle may not pass inspection if: . The light is on when the engine is running. . The light does not come on when the ignition is in service only mode. . Critical emission...

  • Page 129

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 128 instruments and controls display in the driver information center (dic). See brake system messages 0 137. If the light does not come on, or remains flashing, see your dealer. Service electric parking br...

  • Page 130

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 129 this light is green if ldw is on and ready to operate. This light changes to amber and flashes to indicate that the lane marking has been crossed without using a turn signal in ...

  • Page 131

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 130 instruments and controls traction control system (tcs)/stabilitrak ® light this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If the light does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer...

  • Page 132

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 131 inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the tire and loading information label. See tire pressure 0 285. When the light flashes first and then is on steady if the light...

  • Page 133

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 132 instruments and controls low fuel warning light this light is near the fuel gauge and comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on as a check to show it is working. It also comes on when the fuel tan...

  • Page 134

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 133 this light comes on solid when there is a problem with the afl system. It flashes when the system is switching between lighting modes. See adaptive forward lighting (afl) 0 160....

  • Page 135: Information Displays

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 134 instruments and controls information displays driver information center (dic) the dic displays are shown in the left and right interactive display zones on the instrument cluster. The displays show the ...

  • Page 136

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 135 average fuel economy : shows the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers (l/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is calculated based on the number of l/100 km (m...

  • Page 137: Vehicle Messages

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 136 instruments and controls when the remaining oil life is low, the change engine oil soon message will appear on the display. See engine oil messages 0 139. The oil should be changed as soon as possible. ...

  • Page 138

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 137 battery voltage and charging messages battery saver active this message displays when the vehicle has detected that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable point. Th...

  • Page 139

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 138 instruments and controls – – dashes will be displayed if the compass needs service. See your dealer for service. Cruise control messages adaptive cruise set to xxx this message displays when the adaptiv...

  • Page 140

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 139 engine cooling system messages a/c off due to high engine temp this message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature. To avoid added...

  • Page 141

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 140 instruments and controls engine power messages engine power is reduced this message displays when the vehicle's engine power is reduced. Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle's ability to accelera...

  • Page 142

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 141 lamp messages afl (adaptive forward lighting) lamps need service this message displays when the afl system is disabled and needs service. See your dealer. See adaptive forward l...

  • Page 143

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 142 instruments and controls this can occur under the following conditions: . The front of the vehicle or windshield is not clean. Keep these areas clean and free of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. For cle...

  • Page 144

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 143 (acc), forward collision alert (fca), and/or the front automatic braking (fab) system may not work. Do not use these systems until the vehicle has been repaired. Service driver ...

  • Page 145

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 144 instruments and controls vehicle will run in normal two-wheel drive mode when this message has been set. This could be caused by: . A vehicle or an awd system electronics problem. . Various vehicle elec...

  • Page 146

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 145 performance or loss of power steering assistance is noticed, see your dealer. Service vehicle soon this message is displayed if there is a problem with the vehicle. Take the veh...

  • Page 147

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 146 instruments and controls shift to park this message displays when the transmission needs to be shifted to p (park). This may appear when turning the ignition off if the vehicle is not in p (park). Trans...

  • Page 148: Vehicle

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 147 vehicle personalization use the audio system controls to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features. The following are all possible personalization featur...

  • Page 149

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 148 instruments and controls . Maximum startup volume manage favorites this allows favorites to be edited. See “manage favorites” in “settings” under “radio” in the infotainment manual. Number of favorites ...

  • Page 150

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 149 auto defog when set to on, the front defog will automatically react to temperature and humidity conditions that may cause fogging. Select off or on. Auto rear defog if equipped,...

  • Page 151

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 150 instruments and controls . Auto wipe in reverse gear auto memory recall this feature automatically recalls the current driver’s previously stored 1 or 2 button positions when entering the vehicle. See m...

  • Page 152

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 151 remote lock, unlock, start select and the following may be displayed: . Remote unlock light feedback . Remote lock feedback . Remote door unlock . Remote start auto cool seats ....

  • Page 153

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 152 instruments and controls pair new device select to pair a new device. See “pairing” in “infotainment controls” under “bluetooth” in the infotainment manual. Device management select to connect to a diff...

  • Page 154: Universal Remote

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 153 rear park assist symbols select to turn off or on. See assistance systems for parking or backing 0 214. Return to factory settings select and the following may be displayed: . R...

  • Page 155

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 154 instruments and controls reverse feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before april 1, 1982. Read these instructions completely before programming the universal remote system....

  • Page 156

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 instruments and controls 155 for five seconds. If the light stays on or the garage door moves, programming is complete. . If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds, then changes to a solid light...

  • Page 157

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 156 instruments and controls universal remote system operation using the universal remote system press and hold the appropriate universal remote system button for at least one-half second. The indicator lig...

  • Page 158: Lighting

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 lighting 157 lighting exterior lighting exterior lamp controls . . . . . . . 157 headlamp high/low-beam changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 flash-to-pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 ...

  • Page 159

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 158 lighting 3 (headlamps) : turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights. A warning chime sounds if the driver door is opened when the ignition switch is off and the h...

  • Page 160

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 lighting 159 the high beams may not turn off automatically if the system cannot detect another vehicle's lamps because of any of the following: . The other vehicle's lamps are missing, damaged, obstructed f...

  • Page 161

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 160 lighting when the drl are on, only the low-beam headlamps, at a reduced level of brightness, will be on. The high-beam headlamps, taillamps, sidemarker, instrument panel lamps, and other lamps will not ...

  • Page 162

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 lighting 161 exterior lamp control is in the auto position. See exterior lamp controls 0 157. If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp system comes on immediately. If it is light o...

  • Page 163

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 162 lighting turn and lane-change signals move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. An arrow on the instrument cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. Raise or lower th...

  • Page 164: Interior Lighting

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 lighting 163 interior lighting instrument panel illumination control the brightness of the instrument panel lights and steering wheel controls can be adjusted. D (instrument panel brightness) : move and hol...

  • Page 165: Lighting Features

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 164 lighting lighting features entry lighting some exterior lamps and interior lights turn on briefly at night, or in areas with limited lighting, when k is pressed on the remote keyless entry (rke) transmi...

  • Page 166

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 lighting 165 this action may be noticeable to the driver. If so, a dic message might be displayed and it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads as much as possible. See battery voltage a...

  • Page 167: Infotainment

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 166 infotainment system infotainment system introduction infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 introduction infotainment see the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio player...

  • Page 168: Climate Controls

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 climate controls 167 climate controls climate control systems dual automatic climate control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 rear climate control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 ...

  • Page 169

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 168 climate controls climate touch screen controls 1. Outside temperature display 2. Driver and passenger temperature controls 3. Fan control 4. Sync (synchronized temperature) 5. A/c mode (air conditioning...

  • Page 170

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 climate controls 169 to improve fuel efficiency and to cool the vehicle faster, recirculation may be automatically selected in warm weather. The recirculation light will not come on. Press ^ to select recir...

  • Page 171

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 170 climate controls turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing, the air conditioner will not run. Press auto to return to automatic operation and the air conditioner runs as needed. Automat...

  • Page 172

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 climate controls 171 caution do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the front windshield and rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp. This may damage the rear w...

  • Page 173

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 172 climate controls rear climate control buttons 1. Heated rear seats (if equipped) 2. Auto (automatic operation) 3. Temp (temperature control) 4. Fan control 5. O (on/off) 6. Air delivery mode control rea...

  • Page 174: Air Vents

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 climate controls 173 rear control lockout : press to lock or unlock control of the rear climate control system from the rear seat passengers. When locked the rear climate control can only be adjusted from t...

  • Page 175: Maintenance

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 174 climate controls maintenance passenger compartment air filter the filter reduces the dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle. The filter should be rep...

  • Page 176: Driving And

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 175 driving and operating driving information distracted driving . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 defensive driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 drunk driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 177: Driving Information

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 176 driving and operating towing equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 trailer sway control (tsc) . . . 236 conversions and add-ons add-on electrical equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 drivin...

  • Page 178

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 177 refer to the infotainment manual for more information on using that system, including pairing and using a cell phone defensive driving defensive driving means “always expect the un...

  • Page 179

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 178 driving and operating steering hydraulic power steering this vehicle has hydraulic power steering. It may require maintenance. See power steering fluid 0 256. If power steering assist is lost because th...

  • Page 180

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 179 3. Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. Loss of control skidding there are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control systems: . Brakin...

  • Page 181

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 180 driving and operating hydroplaning hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under the vehicle's tires so they actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going...

  • Page 182

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 181 winter driving driving on snow or ice snow or ice between the tires and the road creates less traction or grip, so drive carefully. Wet ice can occur at about 0 °c (32 °f) when fre...

  • Page 183

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 182 driving and operating to save fuel, run the engine for short periods to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and partially close the window. Moving about to keep warm also helps. If it takes ti...

  • Page 184

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 183 warning (continued) maximum front or rear gross axle weight rating (gawr). This can cause systems to break and change the way the vehicle handles. This could cause loss of control ...

  • Page 185

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 184 driving and operating 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from xxx kg or xxx lbs. 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For exa...

  • Page 186

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 185 example 3 1. Vehicle capacity weight for example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). 2. Subtract occupant weight @ 91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). 3. Available cargo weight = 0 kg (0...

  • Page 187: Starting And

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 186 driving and operating { 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. Try to spread the w...

  • Page 188

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 187 the switch used to adjust the pedals is located on the right side of the steering column, below the wiper stalk. Pull the switch toward you to move the pedals further from the floo...

  • Page 189

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 188 driving and operating if the vehicle must be shut off in an emergency: 1. Brake using a firm and steady pressure. Do not pump the brakes repeatedly. This may deplete power assist, requiring increased br...

  • Page 190

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 189 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 movin...

  • Page 191

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 190 driving and operating each try, to allow the cranking motor to cool down. When the engine starts, let go of the button and the accelerator. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the sam...

  • Page 192

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 191 warning (continued) vehicle. Possible heater cord and thermostat damage could occur. . While in use, do not let the heater cord touch vehicle parts or sharp edges. Never close the ...

  • Page 193

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 192 driving and operating 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...

  • Page 194: Engine Exhaust

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 193 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...

  • Page 195: Automatic

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 194 driving and operating running the vehicle while parked it is better not to park with the engine running. If the vehicle is left with the engine running, follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle wi...

  • Page 196

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 195 of p (park), ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into p (park) as you maintain brake application. Then press the shift lever button and move the s...

  • Page 197

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 196 driving and operating caution (continued) stuck, do not spin the tires. When stopping on a hill, use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place. Manual mode driver shift control (dsc) caution driving with ...

  • Page 198

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 197 the transmission will only allow you to shift into gears appropriate for the vehicle speed and engine revolutions per minute (rpm). The transmission will not automatically shift to...

  • Page 199: Drive Systems

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 198 driving and operating drive systems all-wheel drive vehicles with this feature transfer torque as required to the rear wheels. It is fully automatic, and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions. Aw...

  • Page 200

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 199 using abs do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let abs work. You may hear the abs pump or motor operating and feel the brake pedal pulsate. This is nor...

  • Page 201

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 200 driving and operating the vehicle may automatically apply the epb in some situations when the vehicle is not moving. This is normal, and is done to periodically check the correct operation of the epb sy...

  • Page 202: Ride Control Systems

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 201 the driving situation dictates. The brake assist feature will automatically disengage when the brake pedal is released or brake pedal pressure is quickly decreased. Hill start assi...

  • Page 203

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 202 driving and operating intended path. Trailer sway control (tsc) is also on automatically when the vehicle is started. See trailer sway control (tsc) 0 236. If cruise control is being used and traction c...

  • Page 204

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 203 to turn off only tcs, press and release the g button. The traction off light i displays in the instrument cluster. The appropriate message is displayed in the dic. See ride control...

  • Page 205: Cruise Control

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 204 driving and operating automatically engaged when the shift lever is moved to the left. Moving the shift lever forward or rearward will put the transmission in the m (manual) mode. The driver information...

  • Page 206

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 205 +res (resume/accelerate) : if there is a set speed in memory, press the control up briefly to resume to that speed or press and hold to accelerate. If cruise control is already act...

  • Page 207

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 206 driving and operating passing another vehicle while using cruise control use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, the vehicle will slow down to the...

  • Page 208

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 207 warning (continued) also see “alerting the driver” in this section. Complete attention is always required while driving and you should be ready to take action and apply the brakes....

  • Page 209

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 208 driving and operating select the set speed desired for cruise. This is the vehicle speed when no vehicle is detected in its path slower than the set speed. Acc will not set at a speed less than 25 km/h ...

  • Page 210

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 209 reducing speed while acc is at a set speed if acc is already activated, do one of the following: . Use the brake to get to the desired lower speed. Press set– down and release the ...

  • Page 211

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 210 driving and operating when this condition occurs, six red lights will flash on the windshield and either eight beeps will sound from the front, or both sides of the safety alert seat will pulse five tim...

  • Page 212

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 211 the acc active symbol will not be displayed when acc is no longer active. Notification to resume acc acc will maintain a follow time/ distance gap behind a detected vehicle and slo...

  • Page 213

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 212 driving and operating curves in the road { warning on curves, acc may not detect a vehicle ahead in your lane. You could be startled if the vehicle accelerates up to the set speed, especially when follo...

  • Page 214

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 213 other vehicle lane changes acc will not detect a vehicle ahead until it is completely in the lane. The brake may need to be manually applied. Do not use acc on hills and when towin...

  • Page 215: Driver Assistance

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 214 driving and operating driver assistance systems this vehicle may have features that work together to help avoid crashes or reduce crash damage while driving, backing, and parking. Read this entire secti...

  • Page 216

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 215 rear vision camera (rvc) when the vehicle is shifted into r (reverse), the rvc displays an image of the area behind the vehicle in the center stack display. The previous screen dis...

  • Page 217

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 216 driving and operating weather. Blocked sensors will not detect objects and can also cause false detections. Keep the sensors clean of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush; and clean sensors after a car wash ...

  • Page 218

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 217 warning (continued) bicyclists, animals, or objects below the bumper or that are too close or too far from the vehicle. In some situations, such as at higher backing speeds, there ...

  • Page 219

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 218 driving and operating from up to 20 m (65 ft) from the left or right side of the vehicle. When an object is detected, either three beeps sound from the left or right or three safety alert seat pulses oc...

  • Page 220

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 219 warning (continued) stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, or when following a vehicle too closely, fca may not provide a warning with enough time to help avoid a crash. Fca does not w...

  • Page 221

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 220 driving and operating brake system may prepare for driver braking to occur more rapidly which can cause a brief, mild deceleration. Continue to apply the brake pedal as needed. Cruise control may be dis...

  • Page 222

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 221 front automatic braking (fab) system if the vehicle has adaptive cruise control (acc), it also has fab, which includes intelligent brake assist (iba). When the system detects a veh...

  • Page 223

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 222 driving and operating intelligent brake assist (iba) iba may activate when the brake pedal is applied quickly by providing a boost to braking based on the speed of approach and distance to a vehicle ahe...

  • Page 224

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 223 the sbza sensor covers a zone of approximately one lane over from both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m (11 ft). The height of the zone is approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2 ...

  • Page 225

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 224 driving and operating if the sbza displays do not light up when vehicles are in the blind zone and the system is clean, the system may need service. Take the vehicle to your dealer. When sbza is disable...

  • Page 226: Fuel

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 225 when ldw is on, @ is green if ldw is available to warn of a lane departure. If the vehicle crosses a detected lane marking without using the turn signal in that direction, @ change...

  • Page 227

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 226 driving and operating octane rating below 87, as it may cause engine damage and will lower fuel economy. Use of seasonal fuels use summer and winter fuels in the appropriate season. The fuels industry a...

  • Page 228

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 227 fuel not recommended. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Fuel additives to keep fuel systems clean, top tier detergent gaso...

  • Page 229

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 228 driving and operating doors are locked. Press k on the rke transmitter to unlock. To open the fuel door, push and release the rearward center edge of the door. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly cou...

  • Page 230: Trailer Towing

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 229 filling a portable fuel container { warning filling a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle can cause fuel vapors that can ignite either by static electricity or other...

  • Page 231

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 230 driving and operating . Do not tow a trailer during the first 800 km (500 mi), to prevent damage to the engine, axle, or other parts. . Then, during the first 800 km (500 mi) of trailer towing, do not d...

  • Page 232

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 231 following distance stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving the vehicle without a trailer. This can help to avoid situations that require heavy...

  • Page 233

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 232 driving and operating turning the engine off. If the overheat warning comes on, see engine overheating 0 254. Parking on hills { warning parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer attached can be da...

  • Page 234

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 233 trailer towing before pulling a trailer, there are three important considerations that have to do with weight: . The weight of the trailer. . The weight of the trailer tongue. . Th...

  • Page 235

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 234 driving and operating vehicle maximum trailer weight gcwr* maximum tongue weight 3.6l engine, fwd without trailering package 1 134 kg (2,500 lb) 3 185 kg (7,022 lb) 113 kg (250 lb) 3.6l engine, fwd with...

  • Page 236

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 235 if a weight-carrying hitch or a weight-distributing hitch is being used, the trailer tongue (1) should weigh 10-15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (2). After loading the...

  • Page 237

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 236 driving and operating 2. Lift the lower edge of the cover about 45 degrees. 3. Pull the cover downward to disengage the upper attachments. To reinstall the hitch cover: 1. Hold the cover at a 45 degree ...

  • Page 238: Conversions And

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 driving and operating 237 conversions and add-ons add-on electrical equipment { warning the data link connector (dlc) is used for vehicle service and emission inspection/maintenance testing. See malfunction...

  • Page 239: Vehicle Care

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 238 vehicle care vehicle care general information general information . . . . . . . . . . 239 california proposition 65 warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 california perchlorate materials require...

  • Page 240: General Information

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 239 tire chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297 if a tire goes flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 tire sealant and compressor kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299 storing the tire sealant ...

  • Page 241: Vehicle Checks

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 240 vehicle care accessories and modifications adding non-dealer accessories or making modifications to the vehicle can affect vehicle performance and safety, including such things as airbags, braking, stab...

  • Page 242

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 241 this vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see servicing the airbag-equipped vehicle 0 79. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage ...

  • Page 243

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 242 vehicle care engine compartment overview.

  • Page 244

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 243 1. Engine air cleaner/filter 0 247. 2. Power steering reservoir and cap (under engine cover). See power steering fluid 0 256. 3. Engine oil fill cap. See engine oil 0 243. 4. Engine oil dip...

  • Page 245

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 244 vehicle care . Change the engine oil at the appropriate time. See engine oil life system 0 246. . Always dispose of engine oil properly. See “what to do with used oil” in this section. Checking engine o...

  • Page 246

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 245 add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when finished. Selecting the right engine oil selecting the right engine oil d...

  • Page 247

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 246 vehicle care trash or pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. Engine oil life system when to change engine o...

  • Page 248

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 247 the system is reset when the change engine oil soon message is off. If the change engine oil soon message comes back on when the vehicle is started, the engine oil life system has not been ...

  • Page 249

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 248 vehicle care 2. Air filter tabs to inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter: 1. Open the hood. See hood 0 241. 2. Locate the air filter housing on the front passenger side of the engine compartm...

  • Page 250

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 249 cooling system 1. Engine cooling fan (out of view) 2. Engine coolant surge tank and pressure cap { warning an electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is...

  • Page 251

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 250 vehicle care the following explains the cooling system and how to check and add coolant when it is low. If there is a problem with engine overheating, see engine overheating 0 254. What to use { warning...

  • Page 252

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 251 check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. If coolant is visible but...

  • Page 253

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 252 vehicle care warning (continued) could be burned. Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and dex-cool coolant. Caution in cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater cor...

  • Page 254

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 253 caution if the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured. The cooling system in the vehicle i...

  • Page 255

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 254 vehicle care caution in cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core, and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. { warning you can be burn...

  • Page 256

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 255 then check to see if the engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running. If they are not, do not continue to run the engine and have the vehicle ...

  • Page 257

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 256 vehicle care if there is no sign of steam, idle the engine for three minutes while parked. If the warning is still displayed, turn off the engine until it cools down. Power steering fluid see engine com...

  • Page 258

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 257 adding washer fluid the washer fluid low add fluid message appears on the driver information center (dic) when the fluid level is low. See washer fluid messages 0 146. Open the cap with the...

  • Page 259

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 258 vehicle care evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications. See capacities and specifications 0 344. Brake pads should be replaced as complete sets. Brake pedal travel see yo...

  • Page 260

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 259 what to add use only gm approved dot 3 brake fluid from a clean, sealed container. See recommended fluids and lubricants 0 340. { warning the wrong or contaminated brake fluid could result ...

  • Page 261

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 260 vehicle care is a fluid leak or unusual noise. If required, have the transfer case serviced by your dealer. Starter switch check { warning when you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move sudd...

  • Page 262

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 261 pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. . To check the p (park) mechanism's holding ability: with the engine running, shift to p ...

  • Page 263: Headlamp Aiming

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 262 vehicle care 4. After wiper blade replacement, ensure that the cover hook slides into the slot in the blade assembly. 5. Snap the cover down to secure. To remove the wiper blade: 1. Lift the wiper arm a...

  • Page 264: Bulb Replacement

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 263 bulb replacement for the proper type of replacement bulbs, see replacement bulbs 0 269. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen bulbs { warn...

  • Page 265

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 264 vehicle care uplevel headlamp assembly (rear view driver side) 1. High/low-beam headlamp (to be replaced at dealer only) 2. Daytime running lamp (drl) 3. Turn signal lamp driver side the removal of the ...

  • Page 266

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 265 low-beam headlamps/daytime running lamps (drl), high-beam headlamps (base) 1. From the back side of the headlamp assembly, remove the top cap to replace the low-beam headlamp/drl bulb. 2. F...

  • Page 267

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 266 vehicle care daytime running lamp (drl) (uplevel) 1. From the back side of the headlamp assembly, remove the bottom cap to replace the drl bulb. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector. 3. Remove the drl...

  • Page 268

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 267 2. Remove the push pin (1) on the taillamp cover (2). 3. Remove the taillamp cover from the lamp assembly by pulling rearward from the top to unfasten the snap tabs. 4. Remove the two screw...

  • Page 269

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 268 vehicle care 2. Remove the push pin (1) on the taillamp cover (2). 3. Remove the taillamp cover from the lamp assembly by pulling rearward from the top to unfasten from the snap tabs. 4. Remove the two ...

  • Page 270

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 269 passenger side shown, driver side similar 2. Push the left end of the lamp assembly toward the right. 3. Turn the lamp assembly down to remove it from the liftgate. 4. Turn the bulb socket ...

  • Page 271: Electrical System

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 270 vehicle care 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 ...

  • Page 272

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 271 engine compartment fuse block to remove the fuse block cover, press the clips on the cover and lift it straight up. Caution spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may da...

  • Page 273

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 272 vehicle care j-case fuses usage 45 cooling fan 1 mini fuses usage 1 engine control module battery 2 transmission control module battery 5 engine control module run crank 7 post-catalytic converter o2 se...

  • Page 274

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 273 mini fuses usage 69 spare 70 spare 71 spare 72 spare mini relays usage 7 powertrain 9 cooling fan 2 13 cooling fan 1 15 run/crank micro relays usage 2 vacuum pump 4 wiper control 5 wiper sp...

  • Page 275

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 274 vehicle care instrument panel fuse block mini fuses usage disply display mini fuses usage s/roof sunroof mini fuses usage uhp universal handsfree phone (if equipped) rdo radio apo – ip/cnsl auxiliary po...

  • Page 276

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 275 mini fuses usage airbag sensing and diagnostic module dlc data link connector ipc instrument cluster str whl sw steering wheel switch bcm 3 body control module 1 bcm 2 body control module 2...

  • Page 277

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 276 vehicle care rear compartment fuse block fuses usage aos mdl automatic occupant sensing module aux pwr auxiliary power outlet * bcm theft body control module theft camera rear vision camera cnstr vent c...

  • Page 278

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 277 fuses usage ign/ theft 1 ignition/theft 1 ign/ theft 2 ignition/theft 2 infotmnt infotainment * l/gate liftgate lgm liftgate module lgm logic liftgate module logic mdl trlr trailer module m...

  • Page 279: Wheels And Tires

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 278 vehicle care wheels and tires tires every new gm vehicle has high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. See the warranty manual for information regarding the tire warranty and where to get ...

  • Page 280

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 279 all-season tires this vehicle may come with all-season tires. These tires are designed to provide good overall performance on most road surfaces and weather conditions. Original equipment t...

  • Page 281

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 280 vehicle care caution high performance summer tires have rubber compounds that lose flexibility and may develop surface cracks in the tread area at temperatures below −7 °c (20 °f). Always store high per...

  • Page 282

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 281 week of the year 2010 would have a four-digit dot date of 0310. (4) tire identification number (tin) : the letters and numbers following the dot (department of transportation) code are the ...

  • Page 283

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 282 vehicle care information on tire pressure and inflation see tire pressure 0 285. (6) tire size : a combination of letters and numbers define a tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and ...

  • Page 284

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 283 tire terminology and definitions air pressure : the amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in kpa (kilopascal) or psi (pou...

  • Page 285

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 284 vehicle care light truck (lt-metric) tire : a tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. Load index : an assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load ...

  • Page 286

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 285 treadwear indicators : narrow bands, sometimes called wear bars, that show across the tread of a tire when only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) of tread remains. See when it is time for new tires 0 292. U...

  • Page 287

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 286 vehicle care the tire and loading information label on the vehicle indicates the original equipment tires and the correct cold tire inflation pressures. The recommended pressure is the minimum air press...

  • Page 288

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 287 warning (continued) to be driven at high speeds, make sure the tires are rated for high-speed operation, are in excellent condition, and are set to the correct cold tire inflation pressure ...

  • Page 289

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 288 vehicle care telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent v...

  • Page 290

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 289 they are cold. See vehicle load limits 0 182, for an example of the tire and loading information label and its location. Also see tire pressure 0 285. The tpms can warn about a low tire pre...

  • Page 291

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 290 vehicle care . 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 properly...

  • Page 292

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 291 8. Proceed to the passenger side front tire, and repeat step 7. 9. Proceed to the passenger side rear tire, and repeat step 7. 10. Proceed to the driver side rear tire, and repeat step 7. T...

  • Page 293

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 292 vehicle care use this rotation pattern when rotating the tires. Do not include the compact spare tire in the tire rotation. Adjust the front and rear tires to the recommended inflation pressure on the t...

  • Page 294

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 293 tire manufacture date is the last four digits of the dot tire identification number (tin) which is molded into one side of the tire sidewall. The first two digits represent the week (01–52)...

  • Page 295

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 294 vehicle care tires’ maximum speed capability when using winter tires with a lower speed rating. { warning tires could explode during improper service. Attempting to mount or dismount a tire could cause ...

  • Page 296

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 295 warning (continued) tires not recommended for those wheels are selected. This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury. Only use gm specific wheel and tire systems developed for t...

  • Page 297

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 296 vehicle care traction the traction grades, from highest to lowest, are aa, a, b, and c. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on speci...

  • Page 298

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 297 some aluminum wheels can be repaired. See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel that is needed. Each new wheel should have the same load-carr...

  • Page 299

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 298 vehicle care if a tire goes flat it is unusual for a tire to blow out while driving, especially if the tires are maintained properly. See tires 0 278. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely t...

  • Page 300

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 299 warning (continued) 2. Put an automatic transmission in p (park) or a manual transmission in 1 (first) or r (reverse). 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised....

  • Page 301

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 300 vehicle care { warning storing the tire sealant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could...

  • Page 302

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 301 3. Pressure gauge 4. Pressure deflation button 5. Tire sealant canister 6. Sealant/air hose (clear) 7. Air only hose (black) 8. Power plug 9. Canister release button (under sealant/air hose...

  • Page 303

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 302 vehicle care 5. Tire sealant canister 6. Sealant/air hose (clear) 7. Air only hose (black) 8. Power plug 9. Canister release button (under sealant/air hose) when using the tire sealant and compressor ki...

  • Page 304

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 303 is on. Turn the compressor off to get an accurate pressure reading. The compressor may be turned on/off until the correct pressure is reached. Caution if the recommended pressure cannot be ...

  • Page 305

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 304 vehicle care if the tire pressure has not dropped more than 68 kpa (10 psi) from the recommended inflation pressure, inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure. 20. Wipe off any sealant from...

  • Page 306

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 305 5. Tire sealant canister 6. Sealant/air hose (clear) 7. Air only hose (black) 8. Power plug 9. Canister release button (under sealant/air hose) if a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and w...

  • Page 307

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 306 vehicle care this option is only functional when using the air only hose (7). 11. Press the on/off button (2) to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off. Be careful while handling the tire sealant ...

  • Page 308

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 307 cargo management system 0 104 for instructions on how to access the tire sealant and compressor kit. Tire changing removing the spare tire and tools 1. Extension 2. Jack 3. Wheel wrench 4. ...

  • Page 309

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 308 vehicle care 5. Remove the nut retaining the spare tire. 6. Remove the spare tire and place it next to the tire being changed. 7. Remove the wing nut. 8. Remove the extension, jack, and wheel wrench and...

  • Page 310

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 309 6. Position the jack lift head at the jack location nearest the flat tire. The jacking location is indicated by a v-shaped notch in the plastic molding. The jack must not be used in any oth...

  • Page 311

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 310 vehicle care 9. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until the slots in the jack head fit into the metal flange located behind the triangle on the plastic moulding. Caution using a ja...

  • Page 312

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 311 { 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 crash. 14. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Tighten each nut by ...

  • Page 313

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 312 vehicle care caution wheel covers will not fit on the 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...

  • Page 314

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 313 compact spare tire { warning driving with more than one compact spare tire at a time could result in loss of braking and handling. This could lead to a crash and you or others could be inju...

  • Page 315: Jump Starting

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 314 vehicle care jump starting jump starting - north america for more information about the vehicle battery, see battery - north america 0 259. If the vehicle battery has run down, you may want to use anoth...

  • Page 316

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 315 to uncover the remote positive (+) terminal, lift open the access panel on the battery cover indicated by the (+) sign. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a neg...

  • Page 317

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 316 vehicle care warning (continued) battery fluid contains acid that can burn you. Do not get it on you. If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin, flush the place with water and get medical ...

  • Page 318: Towing The Vehicle

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 317 11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. Caution if the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong...

  • Page 319

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 318 vehicle care caution use of a shield mounted in front of the vehicle grille could restrict airflow and cause damage to the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. If usin...

  • Page 320

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 319 3. Use a small screwdriver or tool to press and hold the manual release button on the front right. 4. Put the vehicle in n (neutral). Caution if the vehicle is towed without performing each...

  • Page 321

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 320 vehicle care dolly towing (front-wheel-drive vehicles) to tow the vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground: 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. 2. Move the shift lever to p (park). See ...

  • Page 322: Appearance Care

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 321 appearance care exterior care locks locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, and have the locks greased after using. See recommended fluids ...

  • Page 323

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 322 vehicle care the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Occasional hand waxing or mild polishing should ...

  • Page 324

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 323 . Washer fluids and other cleaning agents in higher concentrations than suggested by the manufacturer. . Solvents, alcohols, fuels, or other harsh cleaners. . Ice scrapers or other hard ite...

  • Page 325

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 324 vehicle care caution 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 chlo...

  • Page 326

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 325 material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the vehicle warranty....

  • Page 327

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 326 vehicle care caution to prevent scratching, never use abrasive cleaners on automotive glass. Abrasive cleaners or aggressive cleaning may damage the rear window defogger. Cleaning the windshield with wa...

  • Page 328

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 327 dirt that can scratch the surface. Then gently clean by rubbing with a microfiber cloth. Never use window cleaners or solvents. Periodically hand wash the microfiber cloth separately, using...

  • Page 329

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 328 vehicle care { warning do not bleach or dye safety belts. It may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukew...

  • Page 330

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 vehicle care 329 3. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in place. Verify the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals..

  • Page 331: Service And

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 330 service and maintenance service and maintenance general information general information . . . . . . . . . . 330 cadillac premium care maintenance cadillac premium care maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 332

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 service and maintenance 331 changes and tire rotations and additional maintenance items like tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper blades. Caution damage caused by improper maintenance can lead to costly repa...

  • Page 333: Cadillac Premium

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 332 service and maintenance cadillac premium care maintenance your vehicle comes with the cadillac premium care maintenance. It is a maintenance program that covers select maintenance services during the fi...

  • Page 334

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 service and maintenance 333 a year and the oil life system must be reset. Your trained dealer technician can perform this work. If the engine oil life system is reset accidentally, service the vehicle withi...

  • Page 335

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 334 service and maintenance . Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism. See park brake and p (park) mechanism check 0 260. . Check accelerator pedal for damage, high effort, or binding....

  • Page 336

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 service and maintenance 335 maintenance schedule additional required services - normal 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi ...

  • Page 337

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 336 service and maintenance maintenance schedule additional required services - severe 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi ...

  • Page 338: Special Application

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 service and maintenance 337 (5) or every 10 years, whichever comes first. Inspect for fraying, excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed. (6) or every three years, whichever comes first. Special app...

  • Page 339

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 338 service and maintenance . To avoid break-down or failure to start the vehicle, maintain a battery with full cranking power. . Trained dealer technicians have the diagnostic equipment to test the battery...

  • Page 340

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 service and maintenance 339 of leaking, blown seals, or damage, and can advise when service is needed. Tires tires need to be properly inflated, rotated, and balanced. Maintaining the tires can save money a...

  • Page 341

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 340 service and maintenance recommended fluids, lubricants, and parts recommended fluids and lubricants usage fluid/lubricant engine oil use only engine oil meeting the dexos1™ specification of the proper s...

  • Page 342

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 service and maintenance 341 usage fluid/lubricant power liftgate actuator ball joint, hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, and release pawl lubriplate lubricant aerosol (gm part no. ...

  • Page 343: Maintenance Records

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 342 service and maintenance maintenance records after the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes prov...

  • Page 344: Technical Data

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 technical data 343 technical data vehicle identification vehicle identification number (vin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343 service parts identification label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 345: Vehicle Data

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 344 technical data vehicle data capacities and specifications application capacities metric english air conditioning refrigerant for the air conditioning system refrigerant type, and charge amount, see the ...

  • Page 346

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 technical data 345 engine drive belt routing.

  • Page 347: Customer

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 346 customer information customer information customer information customer satisfaction procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346 customer assistance offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 348

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 customer information 347 resolved by your dealership without further help, in the u.S., call the cadillac customer assistance center at 1-800–458–8006. In canada, call the canadian cadillac customer care ce...

  • Page 349

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 348 customer information limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no-charge mediation/arbitration program. General motors of canada limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner dispu...

  • Page 350

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 customer information 349 canada general motors of canada limited cadillac customer care centre, mail code: ca1-163-005 1908 colonel sam drive oshawa, ontario l1h 8p7 www.Gm.Ca 1-888-446-2000 (english) 1-800...

  • Page 351

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 350 customer information . Retrieve favorite articles, quizzes, tips, and multimedia galleries organized into the featured articles and auto care sections. . Download owner manuals. . Find cadillac-recommen...

  • Page 352

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 customer information 351 responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is not covered by the warranty. . Battery jump start: service to jump start a dead battery. . Trip interruption benefi...

  • Page 353

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 352 customer information labor for repairs not covered by the warranty are the owner responsibility. Scheduling service appointments when the vehicle requires warranty service, contact your dealer and reque...

  • Page 354

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 customer information 353 courtesy rental vehicle for an overnight warranty repair, the dealer may provide an available courtesy rental vehicle or provide for reimbursement of a rental vehicle. Reimbursement...

  • Page 355

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 354 customer information limited warranty, and any vehicle failure related to such parts is not covered by that warranty. Repair facility gm also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that ...

  • Page 356

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 customer information 355 if the airbag has inflated, see what will you see after an airbag inflates? 0 73. Managing the vehicle damage repair process in the event that the vehicle requires damage repairs, g...

  • Page 357: Reporting Safety

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 356 customer information current and past models technical service bulletins and manuals are available for current and past model gm vehicles. Order toll free: 1-800-551-4123 monday – friday 8:00 am – 6:00 ...

  • Page 358: Vehicle Data

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 customer information 357 to contact nhtsa, you may call the vehicle safety hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.Safercar.Gov; or write to: administrator, nhtsa 1200 ne...

  • Page 359

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 358 customer information event data recorders this vehicle is equipped with 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 ...

  • Page 360

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 customer information 359 onstar terms and conditions and privacy statement on the onstar website. See onstar additional information 0 364. Infotainment system if the vehicle is equipped with a navigation sy...

  • Page 361: Onstar

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 360 onstar onstar onstar overview onstar overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360 onstar services emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361 security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361 n...

  • Page 362: Onstar Services

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 onstar 361 . Obtain the wi-fi ® hotspot name or ssid and password, if equipped. Press q to connect to an advisor to: . Verify account information or update contact information. . Get driving directions. . R...

  • Page 363

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 362 onstar 2. Request directions to be downloaded to the vehicle. 3. Follow the voice-guided commands. Using voice commands during a planned route cancel route 1. Press = . System responds: “onstar ready,” ...

  • Page 364

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 onstar 363 (no internet connection, 3g, 4g, 4g lte), and signal quality (poor, good, excellent). 3. To change the ssid or password, press q or call 1-888-4onstar to connect with an advisor. Onstar remotelin...

  • Page 365: Onstar Additional

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 364 onstar end a call press = . System responds: “call ended.” verify minutes and expiration press = and say “minutes” then “verify” to check how many minutes remain and their expiration date. Vehicle diagn...

  • Page 366

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 onstar 365 . Press q to speak with an advisor. Onstar services cannot work unless the vehicle is in a place where onstar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area. The wirel...

  • Page 367

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 366 onstar vehicle has not been started for five days, onstar can contact roadside assistance or a locksmith to help gain access to the vehicle. Global positioning system (gps) . Obstruction of the gps can ...

  • Page 368

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 onstar 367 statement or separately disclosed at the time of installation. These updates or changes may also cause a system to automatically communicate with gm servers to collect information about vehicle s...

  • Page 369

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 368 onstar unzip: this is version 2005-feb-10 of the info-zip copyright and license. The definitive version of this document should be available at ftp:// ftp.Info-zip.Org/pub/infozip/ license.Html indefini...

  • Page 370

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 onstar 369 the zip-bugs or info-zip e-mail addresses or of the info-zip url(s). 4. Info-zip retains the right to use the names “info-zip,” “zip,” “unzip,” “unzipsfx,” “wiz,” “pocket unzip,” “pocket zip,” an...

  • Page 371: Index

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 370 index index a accessories and modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 accessory power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 adaptive cruise control . . . . . . . . 206 adaptive forward lightin...

  • Page 372

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 index 371 ashtrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 assistance systems for driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 assistance systems for parking and backing . . . . ....

  • Page 373

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 372 index child restraints (cont'd) lower anchors and tethers for children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 older children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 374

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 index 373 driving (cont'd) defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 drunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 for better fuel economy . . . . . . . 24 hill and mountain road...

  • Page 375

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 374 index frequency statement radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356 front automatic braking (fab) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 front fog lamp light . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 376

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 index 375 high-speed operation . . . . . . . . . . 286 hill and mountain roads . . . . . . . . 180 hill start assist (hsa) . . . . . . . . . . 201 hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 377

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 376 index lights (cont'd) security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 service electric parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 stabilitrak ® off . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 378

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 index 377 net cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 net, convenience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 new vehicle break-in . . . . . . . . . . . 186 o object detection system messages ....

  • Page 379

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 378 index rearview mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 automatic dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 reclining seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 recommended fluids and lubricants . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 380

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 index 379 service (cont'd) engine soon light . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 maintenance records . . . . . . . . 342 maintenance, general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 parts identification...

  • Page 381

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 380 index tires (cont'd) designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 different size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294 if a tire goes flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 inspection . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 382

    Cadillac srx owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15 index 381 vehicle diagnostics onstar ® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364 ventilation, air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4...