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Black plate (1,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2010 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual M Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 1-1 Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 V ehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17 Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20 Interior Mirrors . . [...]

Black plate (2,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2010 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual M V ehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 V ehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4 Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-34 Electrical System . .[...]

Black plate (3,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Introduction iii GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, and the name SRX are registered trademarks of General Motors LLC. This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are options that you did not purchase or [...]

Black plate (4,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 iv Introduction Using this Manual T o quickly locate information about the vehicle use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found. Danger , Warnings, and Cautions W arning messages found on vehicle labels and in[...]

Black plate (5,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Introduction v V ehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the Index. 0 : Adjustable Pedals 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Audio Steering[...]

Black plate (6,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 vi Introduction 2 NOTES[...]

Black plate (1,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Keys, Doors and Windows 1-1 Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks K e y s .......................... 1 - 2 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Remote V ehicle Start . . . . . . . . .[...]

Black plate (2,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 1-2 Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks Keys { W ARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the keyless access transmitter is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move.[...]

Black plate (3,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Keys, Doors and Windows 1-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 12 ‑ 17 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: . Ch[...]

Black plate (4,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 1-4 Keys, Doors and Windows Pressing Q may also arm the theft-deterrent system. See Anti-Theft Alarm System on page 1 ‑ 17 . K (Unlock): Press to unlock the driver door or all doors, see “ Door Unlock Options ” under V ehicle Personalization on page 4 ‑ 41 . When remotely unlocking the vehi[...]

Black plate (5,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Keys, Doors and Windows 1-5 Keyless Locking If the vehicle has the keyless access system, this feature allows you to select whether the doors automatically lock during normal vehicle exit. When the vehicle is turned off and all doors become closed, the vehicle will determine how many keyless access[...]

Black plate (6,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 1-6 Keys, Doors and Windows Keyless Liftgate Opening Press the touch pad on the liftgate handle to open the liftgate if the keyless entry transmitter is within range. Programming T ransmitters to the V ehicle Only keyless entry transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work. If a transmitter is l[...]

Black plate (7,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Keys, Doors and Windows 1-7 4. Press the ignition. When the transmitter is learned the DIC display will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter . 5. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press K on the transmitter . T o program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 3 [...]

Black plate (8,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 1-8 Keys, Doors and Windows 4. Place the new transmitter into the transmitter pocket. The transmitter pocket is inside the center console storage area located between the driver and front passenger seats. The storage area will need to be opened and the storage tray lifted up to access the transmitt[...]

Black plate (9,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Keys, Doors and Windows 1-9 Battery Replacement Notice: When replacing the battery , do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter . Static from your body could damage the transmitter . Replace the battery if the REPLACE BA TTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC. 1. Press the button[...]

Black plate (10,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 1-10 Keys, Doors and Windows Laws in some local communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws may require a person using remote start to have the vehicle in view . Check local regulations for any requirements. There are other conditions which can affect the performanc[...]

Black plate (11,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Keys, Doors and Windows 1-1 1 . The hazard warning flashers are on. . There is an emission control system malfunction. . The engine coolant temperature is too high. . The oil pressure is low . . T wo remote vehicle starts have already been used. . The vehicle is not in P (Park). Door Locks { W ARN[...]

Black plate (12,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 1-12 Keys, Doors and Windows Lockout Deterrent Lockout deterrent decreases the chances that the keys may be accidentally locked in the vehicle. When door locking is requested by pressing Q on the instrument panel or Q on the keyless access transmitter and the driver door is open, all doors will lo[...]

Black plate (13,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Keys, Doors and Windows 1-13 Doors Liftgate (Manual) { W ARNING Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) whi[...]

Black plate (14,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 1-14 Keys, Doors and Windows Liftgate (Power) Power Liftgate Operation { W ARNING Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains Carbon[...]

Black plate (15,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Keys, Doors and Windows 1-15 Notice: If you open the liftgate without checking for overhead obstructions such as a garage door , you could damage the liftgate or the liftgate glass. Always check to make sure the area above and behind the liftgate is clear before opening it. Choose the power liftga[...]

Black plate (16,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 1-16 Keys, Doors and Windows The power liftgate may be temporarily disabled under extreme temperatures or low battery conditions. If this occurs, the liftgate can still be operated manually . If you shift the transmission out of P (Park) while the power function is in progress, the liftgate power [...]

Black plate (17,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Keys, Doors and Windows 1-17 If you do not hear the audible and visual feedback when setting the intermediate stop position, you are attempting to set the height below the 3/4 open height minimum (approximately 5 feet). The liftgate cannot be set below that minimum and the new setting will not be [...]

Black plate (18,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 1-18 Keys, Doors and Windows 3. After 30 seconds, the alarm system will arm, and the LED will begin to slowly flash indicating the alarm is operating. If a door , the hood, or liftgate is opened without first unlocking with the transmitter , the vehicle ’ s turn signals will flash and the horn w[...]

Black plate (19,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Keys, Doors and Windows 1-19 Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page 12 ‑ 17 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310. Immobilizer Operation This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. Th[...]

Black plate (20,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 1-20 Keys, Doors and Windows If the ignition modes will not change with the other transmitter , your vehicle needs service. If the ignition does change modes, the first transmitter may be faulty . See your dealer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a new keyless entry transmitter p[...]

Black plate (21,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Keys, Doors and Windows 1-21 Folding Mirrors Manual Foldaway Mirrors V ehicles with manual fold mirrors are folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position. Power Foldaway Mirrors V ehicles w[...]

Black plate (22,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 1-22 Keys, Doors and Windows Heated Mirrors < (Rear Window Defogger): Press to heat the mirrors. See “ Rear Window Defogger ” under Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 7 ‑ 1 for more information. Automatic Dimming Mirror If the vehicle has the automatic dimming mirror , the driv[...]

Black plate (23,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Keys, Doors and Windows 1-23 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror . Automatic dimming reduces the glare from the headlamps of the vehicle behind you. The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle[...]

Black plate (24,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 1-24 Keys, Doors and Windows Power Windows { W ARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the keyless access transmitter is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The[...]

Black plate (25,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Keys, Doors and Windows 1-25 Express ‐ Down/Up Windows Windows that have the express ‐ down/up feature allow the windows to be lowered and raised fully without holding the window switch. Press the window switch fully and release it to activate the express ‐ down feature. Pull the window swit[...]

Black plate (26,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 1-26 Keys, Doors and Windows If conditions prevent the window from closing and the window continues to auto-reverse, it is possible to close the window with the ignition in ON/RUN/ST ART by holding the window switch in the partially or fully pulled up position. Release of the switch from the parti[...]

Black plate (27,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Keys, Doors and Windows 1-27 Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount and slide it along the rod from side-to-side to cover the driver or passenger side of the front window . Swing the sun visor to the side to cover the side window . It can be m[...]

Black plate (28,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 1-28 Keys, Doors and Windows Press the switch to the second stop again to open the glass further , up to the full open position. If more venting is needed when the sunroof is open, adjust the sunroof to the comfort position or open one of the windows slightly . Press the front of the switch to clo[...]

Black plate (1,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-1 Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Front Seats Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . 2-4 Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Thigh Support Adjustment . . . . 2-7 Reclin[...]

Black plate (2,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-2 Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in all outboard seating positions. { W ARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly , there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal i[...]

Black plate (3,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-3 1. T o raise or lower the head restraint, press the release button while pulling up or pushing down on the head restraint. 2. Release the button then pull up or push down on the head restraint to make sure it is locked in place. The front head restraints are designed not to[...]

Black plate (4,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-4 Seats and Restraints Front Seats Seat Adjustment { W ARNING Y ou can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving. (Continued) W ARNING (Continue d) The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not w[...]

Black plate (5,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-5 adjusted up or down by moving the front or rear of the control up and down. Adjust the seatback by moving the control (B) forward or rearward. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 2 ‑ 7 for more information. Adjust the lumbar support by using the control (C). See Lumbar Adjust[...]

Black plate (6,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-6 Seats and Restraints If something has blocked the driver seat and/or the adjustable pedals, if available, while recalling a memory position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold the appropriate manual control for the memory item that is not recalling for two seconds.[...]

Black plate (7,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-7 Thigh Support Adjustment On vehicles with this feature, adjust the manual leg extension by pulling up on the lever , pulling or pushing on the support to lengthen or shorten it. Release the lever to lock it in place. Reclining Seatbacks Manual Reclining Seatbacks { W ARNING[...]

Black plate (8,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-8 Seats and Restraints Move the switch forward or rearward to adjust the seatback. { W ARNING Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job beca[...]

Black plate (9,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-9 On vehicles with heated front seats, the buttons are on the center console. T o operate the heated seats the ignition must be in ON/RUN/ST ART . Press L or M to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback. Press the button once for the highest setting. With each [...]

Black plate (10,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-10 Seats and Restraints Heated and V entilated Front Seats { W ARNING If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures. See the W arning under Heated Front Seats on page 2 ‑ 8 . On vehicles with the heated and ventilated seat f[...]

Black plate (11,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-1 1 Rear Seats Split Folding Seatbacks With this feature, either side of the rear seatback can be folded down for more cargo space. { W ARNING If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting the[...]

Black plate (12,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-12 Seats and Restraints Raising the Seatbacks T o raise the seatback: 1. Lift the lever located on top of the seatback. Raise the seatback and release the lever . The rear seat lock indicator (A) extends when the seatback is unlocked. 2. T ilt the seatback rearward until it locks in the upright [...]

Black plate (13,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-13 Rear Seat Pass-Through Door The vehicle may have a rear seat pass-through door located in the center of the rear seatback. Fold down the center armrest and push down on the latch to open the door . Safety Belts This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts [...]

Black plate (14,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-14 Seats and Restraints A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person would not survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away . Without safety belts they could have been badly hurt o[...]

Black plate (15,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-15 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. Y ou get more time to stop. Y ou stop over more distance, and your str[...]

Black plate (16,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-16 Seats and Restraints Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt? A: Y ou could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckl[...]

Black plate (17,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-17 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and infants. If a child will be riding in the vehicle, see O[...]

Black plate (18,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-18 Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give as much protection this way . { W ARNING Y ou can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury . The shoulder [...]

Black plate (19,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-19 Q: What is wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong buckle. { W ARNING Y ou can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bon[...]

Black plate (20,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-20 Seats and Restraints { W ARNING Y ou can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or f[...]

Black plate (21,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-21 Q: What is wrong with this? A: The belt is behind the body . { W ARNING Y ou can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly . In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Y our body could move too far forward increasing the chance [...]

Black plate (22,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-22 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 the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. T o see how , see “ Seats ” in the[...]

Black plate (23,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-23 T o unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. For outboard seating positions, slide the latch plate up the safety belt webbing when the safety belt is not in use. The latch plate should rest on the stitching on the safety belt, near the guide loop. Before a do[...]

Black plate (24,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-24 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 belt assembly . They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a modera[...]

Black plate (25,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-25 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. { W ARNING A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously inju[...]

Black plate (26,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-26 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be wo[...]

Black plate (27,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-27 Safety Belt Care Keep belts clean and dry . { W ARNING 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 lukewarm water . Replacing Safety Belt Syst[...]

Black plate (28,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-28 Seats and Restraints Airbag System The vehicle has the following airbags: . A frontal airbag for the driver . . A frontal airbag for the right front passenger . . A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the driver . . A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the right front passenger . . A roof-ra[...]

Black plate (29,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-29 Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: { W ARNING Y ou can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt — even if you have airbags. Airbags are designed to work with safety belts, but do not replace them. [...]

Black plate (30,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-30 Seats and Restraints There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster , which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 4 ‑ 18 for more[...]

Black plate (31,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-31 Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar The seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door . Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar The roof-rail airbags for the driver , right front pass[...]

Black plate (32,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-32 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag Inflate? Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver's or right front passenger's head and chest. However , they are onl[...]

Black plate (33,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-33 inflate if the crash severity is above the system's designed threshold level. The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design. Seat-mounted side impact airbags are not intended to inflate in frontal impacts, near-frontal impacts, rollovers, or rear impacts.[...]

Black plate (34,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-34 Seats and Restraints Rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help contain the head and chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions in the first and second rows. The rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of full or partial ejection in rollo[...]

Black plate (35,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-35 Y ou can lock the doors, turn off the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers by using the controls for those features. { W ARNING A crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functions in the vehicle, such as the fuel system, brake and [...]

Black plate (36,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-36 Seats and Restraints Passenger Sensing System The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. United States Canada The words ON and OFF , or the symbol[...]

Black plate (37,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-37 { W ARNING A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child [...]

Black plate (38,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-38 Seats and Restraints When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat ‐ mounted side impact airbag, the off indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbags are off. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 4 ‑ 19 . Th[...]

Black plate (39,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-39 5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off. Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion, if adjustable, to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the [...]

Black plate (40,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-40 Seats and Restraints Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status. See “ Safety Belts ” and “ Child Restraint[...]

Black plate (41,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-41 Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped V ehicle Q: Is there anything I might add to or change about the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? A: Y es. If you add things that change the vehicle's frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sh[...]

Black plate (42,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-42 Seats and Restraints Q: Because I have a disability , I have to get my vehicle modified. How can I find out whether this will affect my airbag system? A: If you have questions, call Customer Assistance. The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step T wo of the Customer S[...]

Black plate (43,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-43 If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See your dealer for service. If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving, the airbag system may not work properly . Have the vehicle serviced righ[...]

Black plate (44,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-44 Seats and Restraints Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touchin[...]

Black plate (45,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-45 { W ARNING Never do this. Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly . In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. The child c[...]

Black plate (46,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-46 Seats and Restraints Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. { W ARNING Never do this. Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to[...]

Black plate (47,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-47 Q: What are the different types of add-on child restraints? A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle's owner , are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child's weight[...]

Black plate (48,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-48 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems (A) Rear ‐ Facing Infant Seat A rear-facing infant seat (A) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restra[...]

Black plate (49,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-49 Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the V ehicle { W ARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle's safety belt or LA[...]

Black plate (50,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-50 Seats and Restraints Where to Put the Restraint 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. We recommend that children and child restraints be secured in a [...]

Black plate (51,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-51 Child restraints and booster seats vary considerably in size, and some may fit in certain seating positions better than others. Always make sure the child restraint is properly secured. Depending on where you place the child restraint and the size of the child restraint, [...]

Black plate (52,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-52 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors and T ethers for Children (LA TCH System) The LA TCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier . The LA TCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the [...]

Black plate (53,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-53 Y our child restraint may have a single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor . Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Othe[...]

Black plate (54,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-54 Seats and Restraints T op T ether Anchors The top tether anchors for each rear seating position are located under the covers, on the back of the rear seatback. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Do[...]

Black plate (55,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-55 { W ARNING Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten. Buckle any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them. Pull the shoulder belt all the way [...]

Black plate (56,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-56 Seats and Restraints 2.2. Route, attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions: If the rear outboard seating position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a dual tether , route the tether around the [...]

Black plate (57,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-57 If the rear center seating position you are using has an adjustable headrest and you are using a single tether , lower the headrest to its stowed position and route the tether over the headrest. 3. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is[...]

Black plate (58,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-58 Seats and Restraints In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether , and that the tether be attached. If the child restraint does not have the LA TCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follo[...]

Black plate (59,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-59 5. T o tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor . When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your kne[...]

Black plate (60,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-60 Seats and Restraints A label on the sun visor says, “ Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front. ” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. { W ARNING A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the righ[...]

Black plate (61,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Seats and Restraints 2-61 In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether , and that the tether be attached. Y ou will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. 1. Mo[...]

Black plate (62,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 2-62 Seats and Restraints 6. T o tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor . When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your kn[...]

Black plate (1,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Storage 3-1 Storage Storage Compartments Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 Front Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Armrest Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Center Console Storage . . . . . . 3-2 Additional S[...]

Black plate (2,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 3-2 Storage For large containers, push the button to move aside the divider and make the cupholder deeper . For small containers, push down on the top edge of the divider to lock it back in place to make the cupholder shorter . Front Storage A storage area is located in front of the shift lever . P[...]

Black plate (3,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Storage 3-3 Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover For vehicles with the dual position cargo cover , it can be used to cover items in the cargo area of the vehicle. Install the cargo cover 1. Hold the cartridge so that the pull ‐ out shade faces the rear of the vehicle. 2. Align the cartridge ov[...]

Black plate (4,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 3-4 Storage 8. Insert the shade's pin into the bent slot (B) and slide it to the first stop (C) to totally conceal the cargo area. The shade can also be positioned at second stop (A) to partially cover cargo. Remove the cargo cover 1. Remove the cover from the channels and carefully roll it ba[...]

Black plate (5,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Storage 3-5 Cargo Management System T o open the cargo management system, press on the bottom of handle assembly to unlatch it and lift up on the handle. A prop rod locks to hold the cover up when opened. Four hooks are located on the inside cover and can be used or storing items. There may be addi[...]

Black plate (6,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 3-6 Storage Storing the Cargo Management System Cover Access the rear areas of the cargo management system: { W ARNING An improperly latched and closed cargo cover , or cargo cover left in the open position, could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden maneuver . Someone could be inju[...]

Black plate (7,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Storage 3-7 D-Ring Sliders There are four D-Ring sliders that move along rails on both sides of the cargo management area. these can be used as tie-downs when storing cargo. Installing D-Ring Sliders T o install the D-Ring sliders (A), insert it into the channel (B) located in the middle of both ra[...]

Black plate (8,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 3-8 Storage Storing the U-Rail Gate Remove the gate from the U-Rail by pressing the button and lifting upward. 1. Lift the cargo management system cover . 2. Release the cover from the prop rod as described in previous steps. 3. Insert the top of the gate into the lower two clips (A). 4. Flip the b[...]

Black plate (9,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Storage 3-9 There are four openings in the headliner , two located behind the front seats and two behind the rear seats. 1. Insert the top corners of the cargo net into the large opening in the headliner and secure by sliding them into the small opening. 2. The rear seat backs should be folded down[...]

Black plate (10,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 3-10 Storage 6. Pull on the straps to tighten the net. Cargo Net Storage The cargo net can be removed from the vehicle and stored in the cargo management system. 1. Disconnect the net from the roof openings and the tethers. 2. Press the red button on the center of the net to fold it in half. 3. Ro[...]

Black plate (11,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Storage 3-1 1 For vehicles with a roof rack, the rack can be used to load items. For roof racks that do not have cross rails included, GM Certified cross rails can be purchased as an accessory . See your dealer for additional information. Notice: Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more tha[...]

Black plate (12,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 3-12 Storage 2 NOTES[...]

Black plate (1,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-1 Instruments and Controls Instrument Panel Overview Instrument Panel Overview . . . . 4-4 Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 4-6 Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . 4-6 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 Windshield Wiper/W asher . . . . . [...]

Black plate (2,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-2 Instruments and Controls V ehicle Message s V ehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33 Battery V oltage and Charging Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33 Brake System Messages . . . . 4-34 Compass Messages . . . . . . . . . 4-34 Cruise Control Messages . . . . 4-34 Door Ajar Mess[...]

Black plate (3,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-3 2 NOTES[...]

Black plate (4,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-4 Instruments and Controls Instrument Panel Overview[...]

Black plate (5,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-5 A. Air V ents on page 7 ‑ 6 . B. T urn and Lane ‐ Change Lever . See T urn and Lane-Change Signals on page 5 ‑ 5 . Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4 ‑ 29 . C. Cruise Control on page 8 ‑ 37 . D. Instrument C[...]

Black plate (6,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-6 Instruments and Controls Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment T o 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 lever up to lock the steering wheel in place. Do not adjust the steer[...]

Black plate (7,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-7 $ / c (End Call / Mute): Press to silence the vehicle speakers only . Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with OnStar ® or Bluetooth systems, press to reject an incoming call, or end a current call. SRCE: Press to select an audio source. Horn Press near the [...]

Black plate (8,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-8 Instruments and Controls Wipe Parking If the ignition is turned LOCK/OFF while the wipers are on 1, 2 or & , they will immediately stop. If the windshield wiper lever is then moved to OFF before the driver door is opened or within 10 minutes, the wipers will restart and move to the base of [...]

Black plate (9,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-9 Rear Window Wiper/W asher The rear wiper controls are on the end of the windshield wiper lever . Press the upper or lower portion of the button to control the rear wiper and rear wiper delay . The system turns off when the button is returned to the middle position. Z (R[...]

Black plate (10,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-10 Instruments and Controls See Washer Fluid on page 9 ‑ 23 for information on filling the windshield washer fluid. { W ARNING In freezing weather , do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. Compass T[...]

Black plate (11,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-1 1 T o turn the digital clock on or off: 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select T ime and Date Settings. 3. Select Clock Displayed. 4. Press MENU/SELECT to turn the clock on or off. Setting the Time and Date 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select T ime and Date Settings. [...]

Black plate (12,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-12 Instruments and Controls There is a small cap that must be removed to access the accessory power outlet. When not using the outlet be sure to cover it with the protective cap. Notice: Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an extended period of time while the vehicle is off will drain th[...]

Black plate (13,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-13 Ashtrays There may be an ashtray located under the climate control system on the instrument panel. Press the door to release the ashtray . T o empty the ashtray , remove it from the instrument panel by holding the edges and pulling straight out. T o reinstall, push th[...]

Black plate (14,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-14 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster United States version shown, Canada similar[...]

Black plate (15,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-15 Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). Odometer The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles. This vehicle has a tamper-resistant odometer . If t[...]

Black plate (16,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-16 Instruments and Controls Fuel Economy Gauge US For vehicles equipped with this gauge, it shows the fuel economy that the vehicle is currently achieving. MIN: Is the minimum fuel economy . This least efficient fuel economy usually occurs during quick accelerations or when idling. MAX: Is the m[...]

Black plate (17,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-17 Engine Coolant T emperature Gauge United States Canada This gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle's engine. If the indicator needle moves into the shaded area, the engine is too hot. A temperature indicator light will turn on. If the vehicle has been oper[...]

Black plate (18,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-18 Instruments and Controls The front passenger safety belt warning light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop or other electronic device. T o turn off the warning light and or chime, remove the object from the seat or buckle the[...]

Black plate (19,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-19 { W ARNING 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 the vehicle might not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. T [...]

Black plate (20,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-20 Instruments and Controls If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service. { W ARNING If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays o[...]

Black plate (21,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-21 This light comes on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer . If the check engine light comes on and stays on, while the engine is running, this indicates that t[...]

Black plate (22,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-22 Instruments and Controls Light On Steady: An emission control system malfunction has been detected on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. An emission system malfunction might be corrected. . Make sure the fuel cap is fully installed. See Filling the T ank on page 8 ‑ 50 . [...]

Black plate (23,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-23 . The vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD II (on-board diagnostic) system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system. The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection. This can happen if the [...]

Black plate (24,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-24 Instruments and Controls Electric Parking Brake Light Metric English For vehicles with the Electric Park Brake (EPB), this light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer . The park brake status light comes on when the br[...]

Black plate (25,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-25 If both ABS and brake warning lights are on, the vehicle's antilock brakes are not functioning and there is a problem with the regular brakes. See your dealer for service. See Brake System Warning Light on page 4 ‑ 23 . See Brake System Messages on page 4 ‑ 3[...]

Black plate (26,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-26 Instruments and Controls The indicator/warning light flashes while the StabiliT rak or TCS system is working to control the vehicle on a low traction surface. If the TCS/StabiliT rak warning light comes on and stays on while driving, try to reset the system. Stop and turn off the engine for a[...]

Black plate (27,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-27 Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty . Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil. The oil pressure light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If i[...]

Black plate (28,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-28 Instruments and Controls Security Light This light flashes when the security system is activated. For more information, see Vehicle Security on page 1 ‑ 17 . High-Beam on Light This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 5 ‑ 2 fo[...]

Black plate (29,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-29 Lamps on Reminder For vehicles with the lamps on reminder light, it comes on when the lights are in use. Cruise Control Light The cruise control light is white whenever the cruise control is set, and turns green when the cruise control is active. The light turns off w[...]

Black plate (30,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-30 Instruments and Controls DIC Operation and Displays The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by using the DIC buttons located on the turn signal lever located on the left side of the steering wheel. The DIC displays trip, fuel, vehicle system information, and warning messages if a[...]

Black plate (31,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-31 The Average Fuel Economy can be reset by pressing SET while the Average Fuel Economy display is showing. The Instantaneous Fuel Economy display shows the current fuel economy in either liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number reflect[...]

Black plate (32,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-32 Instruments and Controls Digital Speedometer The speedometer shows how fast the vehicle is moving in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). The speedometer cannot be reset. Blank Display This display shows no information. V ehicle Information Menu Items Press the MENU butt[...]

Black plate (33,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-33 Battery V oltage This display , available on some vehicles, shows the current battery voltage. If the voltage is in the normal range, the value will display . For example, the display may read Battery V oltage 15.0 V olts. The vehicle's charging system regulates [...]

Black plate (34,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-34 Instruments and Controls SERVICE BA TTERY CHARGING SYSTEM This message is displayed when there is a fault in the battery charging system. T ake the vehicle to your dealer for service. Brake System Messages BRAKE FLUID LOW This message is displayed when the brake fluid level is low . See Brake[...]

Black plate (35,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-35 Door Ajar Messages DOOR OPEN A door open symbol will be displayed on the DIC showing which door is open. If the vehicle has been shifted out of P (Park), a Door Open message will also be displayed. Close the door completely . HOOD OPEN This message will display along [...]

Black plate (36,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-36 Instruments and Controls Engine Oil Messages CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message displays when the engine oil needs to be changed. When you change the engine oil, be sure to reset the Oil Life System. See Engine Oil Life System on page 9 ‑ 12 and Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4 ?[...]

Black plate (37,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-37 Key and Lock Messages NO REMOTE DETECTED This message displays when trying to start the vehicle if the keyless access system does not detect a RKE transmitter . The transmitter battery may be weak. See “ Starting the V ehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery ” under[...]

Black plate (38,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-38 Instruments and Controls TURN SIGNAL ON This message is displayed if the turn signal has been left on. T urn off the turn signal. Object Detection System Messages P ARK ASSIST OFF This message is displayed when the park assist system has been turned off. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page [...]

Black plate (39,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-39 Airbag System Messages SERVICE AIRBAG This message is displayed if there is a problem with the airbag system. T ake the vehicle to your dealer for service. Safety Belt Messages BUCKLE SEA TBEL T This message displays as a reminder when the safety belt is not buckled. [...]

Black plate (40,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-40 Instruments and Controls Tire Messages SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM This message displays if there is a problem with the T ire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 9 ‑ 62 for more information. TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE This message displays when the system i[...]

Black plate (41,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-41 V ehicle Reminder Messages ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message is displayed when ice conditions are possible. TURN WIPER CONTROL TO INTERMITTENT FIRST This message is displayed when attempting to adjust the intermittent wiper speed without intermittent selected [...]

Black plate (42,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-42 Instruments and Controls Climate and Air Quality Select the Climate and Air Quality menu and the following will be displayed: . Auto Fan Speed . Air Quality Sensor . Remote Start Auto Seat Cool . Remote Start Auto Heated Seats . Auto Defog . Auto Rear Defog Auto Fan Speed This will allow you [...]

Black plate (43,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-43 Auto Rear Defog This will allow you to turn the auto rear defog on or off. Press the MENU / SELECT knob when Auto Rear Defog is highlighted to open the menu. T urn the knob to highlight On or Off. Press the knob to confirm the selection and move back to the last menu.[...]

Black plate (44,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-44 Instruments and Controls Lighting Select the Lighting menu and the following will be displayed: . V ehicle Locator Lights . Exit Lighting V ehicle Locator Lights This allows the vehicle locator lights to be turned on or off. Press the MENU / SELECT knob when V ehicle Locator Lights is highlig[...]

Black plate (45,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-45 Remote Lock/Unlock/Start Select Remote Lock/Unlock/Start and the following will be displayed: . Unlock Feedback (Lights) . Locking Feedback . Door Unlock Options . Passive Door Lock . Passive Door Unlock . Memory Remote Recall Unlock Feedback (Lights) When on, the ext[...]

Black plate (46,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-46 Instruments and Controls Passive Door Unlock If the vehicle has the keyless access system, this feature allows you to select which doors will automatically unlock when you open the driver ’ s door with the keyless access transmitter present. Press the MENU/SELECT knob when Passive Door Unlo[...]

Black plate (47,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-47 How OnStar Service Works Q : This blue button connects you to a specially trained OnStar advisor to verify your account information and to answer questions. ] : Push this red emergency button to get priority help from specially trained OnStar emergency advisors. X : P[...]

Black plate (48,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-48 Instruments and Controls Location information about the vehicle is only available if the GPS satellite signals are unobstructed and available. The vehicle must have a working electrical system, including adequate battery power , for the OnStar equipment to operate. There are other problems On[...]

Black plate (49,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-49 Universal Remote System Programming If the vehicle has this feature, you will see these buttons with one LED indicator next to them in the headliner . This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage[...]

Black plate (50,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-50 Instruments and Controls T o program up to three devices: 1. Hold the end of your hand-held transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 to 3 inches) away from the Universal Home Remote buttons while keeping the indicator light in view . The hand-held transmitter was supplied by the manufacturer of your ga[...]

Black plate (51,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Instruments and Controls 4-51 “ Learn ” or “ Smart ” Buttons 4. After Steps 1 through 3 have been completed, locate the “ Learn ” or “ Smart ” button inside the garage on the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer . [...]

Black plate (52,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 4-52 Instruments and Controls If you live in Canada, or you are having difficulty programming a gate operator or garage door opener by using the “ Programming Universal Home Remote ” procedures, regardless of where you live, replace Step 2 under “ Programming Universal Home Remote ” with t[...]

Black plate (1,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Lighting 5-1 Lighting Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . 5-1 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Automatic Headlamp Syst[...]

Black plate (2,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 5-2 Lighting ; (Parking Lamps): T urns the parking lamps on together with the following: . T aillamps . License Plate Lamps . Instrument Panel Lights 2 (Headlamps): T urns the headlamps on together with the following lamps listed below . A warning chime sounds if the driver's door is opened wh[...]

Black plate (3,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Lighting 5-3 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 and other lamps will not be on. The headlamps automatically change from DRL to the regular headlamps depending on th[...]

Black plate (4,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 5-4 Lighting Curve Lighting The Xenon light beam pivots based on the steering wheel position and vehicle speed of at least 10 km/h (6 mph). The headlamps shine at an angle of up to 15 degrees to the right or left of the direction of travel. Motorway Lighting If the vehicle is traveling straight con[...]

Black plate (5,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Lighting 5-5 See V ehicle Personalization on page 4 ‑ 41 to select the delay time. Y ou can also select no delay time. If the ignition is turned off with the exterior lamp control in the parking lamp or headlamp position, the T wilight Sentinel ® delay will not occur . The lamps will turn off as[...]

Black plate (6,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 5-6 Lighting Front Fog Lamps For vehicles with front fog lamps, the button is located on the exterior lamp control, on the outboard side of the steering wheel. The ignition and the low ‐ beam headlamps must be on to turn on the fog lamps. # : Press to turn the fog lamps on or off. An indicator li[...]

Black plate (1,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-1 Infotainment System Introduction Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . 6-2 Overview (Radio with CD ) . . . . 6-3 Overview (Radio with CD/DVD and MEM ) . . . . . . . . 6-5 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

Black plate (2,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-2 Infotainment System T o minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving, do the following while the vehicle is parked: . Become familiar with the operation and controls of the audio system. . Set up the tone, speaker adjustments, and preset radio stations. For more information, see Defensi[...]

Black plate (3,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-3 Overview (Radio with CD) A. VOL/ O . T urns the system on or off and adjusts the volume. B. Buttons 1 to 6 . Radio: Saves and selects favorite stations. C. TUNE . Radio: Manually selects radio stations. . CD: Selects tracks. D. F A V . Radio: Opens the favorites list. E. g S[...]

Black plate (4,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-4 Infotainment System F . l SEEK . Radio: Seeks the next station. . CD: Selects the next track or fast forwards within a track. G. Z CD Eject . Removes a disc from the CD slot. H. CD . Selects the CD player when listening to a different audio source. I. RADIO/BAND . Changes the band while listeni[...]

Black plate (5,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-5 Overview (Radio with CD/DVD and MEM) A. VOL/ O . T urns the system on or off and adjusts the volume. B. Buttons 1 to 6 . Radio: Saves and selects favorite stations. . MEM: Saves and selects favorite tracks and playlists. C. TUNE/INFO . Radio: Manually selects radio stations [...]

Black plate (6,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-6 Infotainment System D. F A V . Radio: Opens the favorites list. . MEM: Opens the favorites list. E. g SEEK . Radio: Seeks the previous station. . CD/DVD: Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track. . MEM: Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track. F . l SEEK . Radio: Seeks [...]

Black plate (7,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-7 P . DEL . MEM: Delete the current track from MEM. Q. O REC . CD/DVD: Records content from audio CDs and MP3/WMA CDs. . AUX: Records content from USB mass storage devices. R. PHONE . Opens the phone main menu. . Mutes the audio system. Operation Controls The infotainment syst[...]

Black plate (8,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-8 Infotainment System 0 BACK: Press to: . Exit a menu. . Return from a submenu screen to the previous menu screen. . Delete the last character in a sequence. Selecting a Menu Option 1. T urn the MENU/SELECT knob to move the highlighted bar . 2. Press the MENU/SELECT button to select the highlight[...]

Black plate (9,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-9 Entering a Character Sequence 1. T urn the MENU/SELECT knob to highlight the character . 2. Press the MENU/SELECT button to select the character . Press the 0 BACK button to delete the last character in the sequence or press and hold to delete the entire character sequence. [...]

Black plate (10,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-10 Infotainment System DSP (Digital Signal Processing) Settings For vehicles with DSP , it is used to provide a choice of different listening experiences. . 2.0 Normal ‐ Select this setting to adjust the audio for normal mode. This provides the best sound quality for all seating positions. . C[...]

Black plate (11,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-1 1 Auto V olume The auto volume feature automatically adjusts the radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise as the vehicle speeds up or slows down, so that the volume level is consistent. The level of volume compensation can be selected, or the auto volume feature c[...]

Black plate (12,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-12 Infotainment System RDS (Radio Data System) The radio may have RDS. The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. This feature only works when the information from the radio station is available. In rare cases, a radio station could broadcast incorre[...]

Black plate (13,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-13 Station Lists 1. T urn the MENU/SELECT knob. 2. Select AM or FM Station List. All receivable stations in the current reception area are displayed. If a station list has not been created, an automatic station search is done. 3. Select the station. Category Lists Most statio[...]

Black plate (14,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-14 Infotainment System Time Shifting (Radio with CD/DVD and MEM) The radio with MEM time shift feature can rewind 20 minutes of FM/AM content. While listening to the radio, the content from the current station is always being buffered. Press the k button to pause the radio. The radio displays th[...]

Black plate (15,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-15 Control Buttons The buttons used to control the XM radio are: RADIO/BAND: Press to turn the radio on and choose between AM, FM, and XM ™ , if equipped. g SEEK / l SEEK: Press to go to the previous or next channel. F A V : Press to open the favorites list. 1 ‐ 6: Press [...]

Black plate (16,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-16 Infotainment System T o select a channel using the menu: 1. T urn the menu knob and select Channel List. 2. Select the desired channel. Selecting a Channel Using the Menu System 1. T urn the menu knob. 2. Select XM Category List. 3. Select the category . 4. Select the channel. Storing an XM C[...]

Black plate (17,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-17 Pausing XM with the V ehicle T urned Off If XM is paused when the vehicle is turned off, the radio continues to buffer the current radio station for up to 20 minutes. If the vehicle is turned back on within 20 minutes, the radio resumes playback from the paused point. XM M[...]

Black plate (18,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-18 Infotainment System XM Not A vailable: If this message does not clear within a short period of time, the receiver could have a fault. Consult with your dealer . Radio Reception Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers, vehi[...]

Black plate (19,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-19 Audio Players CD Player (Radio with CD) The CD player can play audio CDs and MP3 CDs. The CD player will not play 8 cm (3 in) CDs. Care of CDs Sound quality can be reduced due to disc quality , recording method, quality of the music recorded, and how the disc has been hand[...]

Black plate (20,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-20 Infotainment System Inserting a CD With the printed side facing up, insert a disc into the CD slot until it is drawn in. Removing a CD Press the Z button. The disc is pushed out of the CD slot. If the disc is not removed after it is ejected, it is pulled back in after a few seconds. Playing a[...]

Black plate (21,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-21 T racks can be searched by: . Playlists . Artists . Albums . Song T itles . Genres . Folder View T o search for tracks: 1. T urn the MENU/SELECT knob. 2. Select Search. 3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums, Song T itles, Genres, or Folder View . 4. Select the track. CD/DV[...]

Black plate (22,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-22 Infotainment System MEM/DVD/AUX: Press to choose between the MEM, CD/DVD, and AUX. l SEEK/ g SEEK : Press to select tracks or to fast forward or rewind within a track. INFO: Press to display additional information about the disc that may be available. TUNE: T urn to select tracks. MENU/SELECT[...]

Black plate (23,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-23 Playing an MP3 CD or DVD Files that are not stored in folders are displayed in the root directory (disc). The search rate increases if the MENU/SELECT knob is continuously turned while searching in a list. Selecting an MP3 T rack Using the control buttons: . Press g SEEK o[...]

Black plate (24,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-24 Infotainment System Playing a DVD ‐ V See Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System on page 6 ‑ 36 for information about how to control a Video DVD using the wireless remote control. Selecting a Chapter Using the control buttons: . Press g SEEK or l SEEK to select the previous or next chapter [...]

Black plate (25,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-25 Mass Storage Media (MEM) Infotainment systems with MEM storage are able to record up to 1.1 GB (gigabyte) of music from Audio CDs, MP3/WMA/AAC discs, and USB storage devices. The MEM player can also time shift audio from AM, FM, and XM ™ radio. Music or content that is s[...]

Black plate (26,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-26 Infotainment System Stopping the Recording Press the O REC button while recording from an audio CD to display the stop recording option. Select “ Stop Recording Song to MEM ” . Renaming Recorded Discs Discs that have been recorded to MEM can be renamed. 1. T urn the MENU/SELECT knob. 2. S[...]

Black plate (27,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-27 Playing From MEM Playing Back a Previously Recorded CD T urn the TUNE knob to select a track if MEM is already playing from the previously recorded disc. 1. Select Recorded Disc List. 2. Select the disc. 3. Select the track. Searching For a T rack T racks can be searched f[...]

Black plate (28,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-28 Infotainment System Saving MEM T racks as Favorites Favorites can be saved by pressing and holding one of the 1 to 6 buttons. Favorites can be stored according to the following list: Playlist: Adds currently playing track to the playlist selected. Artist: Saves the artist associated with the [...]

Black plate (29,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-29 3.5 mm Auxiliary Input Jack Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to the 3.5 mm auxiliary input jack to use a portable audio player . Playback of an audio device that is connected to the 3.5 mm auxiliary input jack can only be controlled using the controls on the device. Adjusti[...]

Black plate (30,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-30 Infotainment System On: Repeats the current track. Off: Playback starts from the beginning of the current track after the last track finishes. Connecting and Controlling a PlaysForSure Device (PFD) or Zune ™ Connecting a PFD or Zune Connect the PFD or Zune to the USB port. Searching For a T[...]

Black plate (31,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-31 T racks can be searched for by: . Playlists* . Artists . Albums . Song T itles . Genres . Folder View *This only displays if a playlist is found on the device. T o search for tracks: 1. T urn the MENU/SELECT knob. 2. Select Search. 3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums, So[...]

Black plate (32,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-32 Infotainment System Pairing Information: . Up to five devices can be paired to the system. . The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is moving. . The infotainment system automatically links with the first available paired device in the order the device was paired. . Only one paired d[...]

Black plate (33,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-33 4. Some devices may require a PIN number in order to complete the pairing process. Locate the device named “ GMusicConnect ” in the list on the Bluetooth device and follow the instructions on the device to enter the four digit PIN number provided by the infotainment sy[...]

Black plate (34,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-34 Infotainment System Controlling a Bluetooth ® Device Bluetooth devices that support A VRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile) version 1.0 may be able to be controlled by the infotainment system. Press and release g SEEK / l SEEK to skip tracks. Other Information The Bluetooth ® word mark [...]

Black plate (35,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-35 Connecting and Controlling an iPod ™ Not all iPod's can be controlled by the infotainment system. Connecting an iPod Connect the iPod to the USB port. Selecting a T rack Using the control buttons: . Press g SEEK or l SEEK to select the previous or next track. . T ur[...]

Black plate (36,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-36 Infotainment System Selecting a T rack Using the control buttons: . Press g SEEK or l SEEK to select the previous or next track. . T urn the TUNE knob to select a track in the current sub menu. The track will start to play . Selecting a track in a different folder: 1. T urn the MENU/SELECT kn[...]

Black plate (37,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-37 In severe or extreme weather conditions the RSE system may not work until the temperature is within the operating range. The operating range is above − 20°C ( − 4°F) and below 60°C (140°F). If the temperature is outside of this range, heat or cool the vehicle until[...]

Black plate (38,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-38 Infotainment System Infrared transmitters are on the top of the left seatback video screen. The headphones shut off automatically to save the battery power if the RSE system and RSA are shut off or if the headphones are out of range of the transmitters for more than three minutes. Moving too [...]

Black plate (39,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-39 Changing the Source on the Video Display Screens The image from the auxiliary device can be switched between the video display screens. T o change the display: 1. Press the AUX button on the remote control to change the source of both video screens from the DVD player to t[...]

Black plate (40,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-40 Infotainment System Video Screens The video screens are located in the back of the driver and front passenger seats. T o use the video screen: 1. Push the release button located on the seatback console. 2. Move the screen to the desired viewing position. Push the video screen down into its lo[...]

Black plate (41,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-41 If a CD, DVD, or MP3 disc is in the Radio DVD slot, the remote control O button can be used to turn on the video screen display and start the disc. The infotainment system can also turn on the video screen display . See CD/DVD Player on page 6 ‑ 21 or the separate naviga[...]

Black plate (42,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-42 Infotainment System Depending on the infotainment system in the vehicle, DVD playback may be slowed down by pressing s then [ . Reverse slow play by pressing s then r . Press s again to cancel slow play . t (Previous T rack/Chapter): Press to go to the start of the current track or chapter . [...]

Black plate (43,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-43 Replacing the Remote Control If the remote control becomes lost or damaged, a new universal remote control can be purchased. Use a T oshiba ® code set for replacement universal remote controls. Battery Replacement T o change the remote control batteries: 1. Slide back the[...]

Black plate (44,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-44 Infotainment System Tips and T roubleshoo ting Chart (cont'd) Problem Recommended Action The auxiliary source is running but there is no picture or sound. Check that the RSE video screen is in the auxiliary source mode by pressing the AUX button on the remote control. Check the auxiliary[...]

Black plate (45,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-45 DVD Distortion Video distortion can occur when operating cellular phones, scanners, CB radios, Global Position Systems (GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies. It might be necessary to turn off the DVD player when operating one of these devices in or near the[...]

Black plate (46,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-46 Infotainment System P (Power): Press to turn the RSA on or off. V olume: T urn to increase or decrease the volume of the wired headphones. The left knob controls the left headphones and the right knob controls the right. Use the volume control on headphones for wireless headphones. SRCE (Sour[...]

Black plate (47,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-47 When a CD or DVD audio disc is playing, press PROG to go to the beginning of the disc or display disc info. If the front seat passengers are listening to a disc, this function may be inactive on some radios. When a disc is playing in the CD or DVD changer , press and hold [...]

Black plate (48,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-48 Infotainment System V oice Recognition The voice recognition system uses commands to control the system and dial phone numbers. Noise: The system may not recognize voice commands if there is too much background noise. When to Speak: A tone sounds to indicate that the system is ready for a voi[...]

Black plate (49,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-49 . Only one paired cell phone can be connected to the Bluetooth system at a time. . Pairing should only need to be completed once, unless changes to the pairing information have been made or the phone is deleted. T o link to a different paired phone, see “ Linking to a Di[...]

Black plate (50,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-50 Infotainment System Linking to a Different Phone In order to link to a different phone, the new phone must be in the vehicle and available to be connected to the bluetooth system before the process is started. 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Phone Settings. 3. Select Bluetooth. 4. Selec[...]

Black plate (51,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-51 Accepting a Call T urn the MENU/SELECT knob to “ Answer ” and press the MENU/SELECT knob to accept the call. Declining a Call T urn the MENU/SELECT knob to “ Decline ” and press the MENU/ SELECT knob to decline the call. Switching Between Calls (Call W aiting Calls[...]

Black plate (52,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-52 Infotainment System Bluetooth (V oice Recognition) Pairing A Bluetooth cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used. See the cell phone manufacturers user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth p[...]

Black plate (53,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-53 4. Start the Pairing process on the cell phone that will be paired to the vehicle. Reference the cell phone manufacturers user guide for information on this process. Locate the device named “ General Motors ” in the list on the cell phone and follow the instructions on[...]

Black plate (54,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-54 Infotainment System Linking to a Different Phone 1. Press b / g . The system responds with a tone. After the tone say “ Hands Free ” . The system responds “ Ready ” followed by a tone. 2. Say “ Bluetooth ” . The system responds “ Bluetooth ready ” followed by a tone. 3. Say ?[...]

Black plate (55,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-55 3. Say the complete phone number to be stored at once with no pauses. . If the system recognizes the number the response is “ OK, Storing ” . . If the system does not recognize the phone number , the response is “ Store <Phone number> ” . “ Please say yes o[...]

Black plate (56,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-56 Infotainment System 5. Say a name tag for the phone number . The name tag is recorded and the system responds “ About to store <name tag>. Does that sound OK? ” . . If the name tag does not sound correct, say “ No ” and repeat Step 5. . If the name tag sounds correct, say “ Y [...]

Black plate (57,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-57 T o delete all name tags: 1. Press b / g . The system responds with a tone. After the tone say “ Hands Free ” . The system responds “ Ready ” followed by a tone. 2. Say “ Delete all name tags ” . The system responds “ Y ou are about to delete all name tags st[...]

Black plate (58,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-58 Infotainment System Using the Digit Dial Command 1. Press b / g . The system responds with a tone. After the tone say “ Hands Free ” . The system responds “ Ready ” followed by a tone. 2. Say “ Digit Dial ” . The system responds “ Digit dial using <phone name>, please say [...]

Black plate (59,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-59 Using the Re ‐ dial Command 1. Press b / g . The system responds with a tone. After the tone say “ Hands Free ” . The system responds with “ Ready ” followed by a tone. 2. After the tone, say “ Re ‐ dial ” . The system responds “ Re ‐ dial using <pho[...]

Black plate (60,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-60 Infotainment System Muting a Call During a call, all sounds from inside the vehicle can be muted so that the person on the other end of the call cannot hear them. T o Mute a call 1. Press b g . The system responds “ Ready ” followed by a tone. 2. Say “ Mute Call ” . The system respond[...]

Black plate (61,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-61 T o access contacts stored in the cell phone: 1. Press b / g . The system responds with a tone. After the tone say “ Hands Free ” . The system responds “ Ready ” followed by a tone. 2. Say “ Bluetooth ” . The system responds “ Bluetooth ready ” followed by [...]

Black plate (62,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-62 Infotainment System Sending a Stored Name T ag During a Call 1. Press b g . The system responds “ Ready ” followed by a tone. 2. Say “ Send name tag. ” The system responds “ Say a name tag to send tones ” followed by a tone. 3. Say the name tag to send. . If the system recognizes [...]

Black plate (63,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-63 Bluetooth (Navigation) For information about how to navigate the menu system using the infotainment controls, see “ Overview ” under Introduction, in the Navigation supplement. Bluetooth Pairing T o make calls with a Bluetooth cell phone through your vehicle, it must b[...]

Black plate (64,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-64 Infotainment System 3. Select “ Add New Phone ” , the pairing process will begin searching for Bluetooth devices on your cellular phone. See the cell phone manufacturer's user guide for information on this process. If the “ Add new GPS device ” option is selected, the system will[...]

Black plate (65,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-65 Listing All Paired and Connected Phones 1. Press the CONFIG control button repeatedly until the Phone menu is shown or press the Phone tab displayed on the screen. 2. Select the Bluetooth submenu. 3. Select the Device List submenu. A list of all previously paired phones wi[...]

Black plate (66,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-66 Infotainment System Deleting a Paired Phone 1. Press the CONFIG control button repeatedly until the Phone menu is shown or press the Phone tab on the screen. 2. Select the Bluetooth submenu. 3. Select the Device List submenu. 4. Select the phone to be deleted and then follow the on screen pro[...]

Black plate (67,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-67 5. Once a phone has been deleted, the only way to connect back to that phone is to pair the phone again. See “ Bluetooth Pairing ” earlier before the process is started. Linking to a Different Phone In order to link to a different phone, the new phone must be in the ve[...]

Black plate (68,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-68 Infotainment System 4. Select the phone to be linked and then follow the on screen prompts. 5. The Phone menu will be displayed with the name of the phone linked. Making a Call Press 5 located on the faceplate of the infotainment system, to access the phone menu. Enter Number Use this option [...]

Black plate (69,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-69 2. Enter the desired number by touching the appropriate buttons on the screen or using the rotary knob. 3. Press the CALL button to make the call. Accepting or Declining an Incoming Call When an incoming call is received, the infotainment system mutes any audio being playe[...]

Black plate (70,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-70 Infotainment System Call W aiting Call waiting must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work. Switching Calls (Only A vailable with Call Waiting) This feature allows you to switch between calls, making one call active and placing the other on hol[...]

Black plate (71,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Infotainment System 6-71 Ending a Call 1. Press the 5 control button. 2. Select Hang Up. Mute or UnMute a Call 1. Press the 5 control button. 2. Select the Mute call option to mute the call. 3. Select the Mute call option again to unmute the call. Dual T one Multi-Frequen cy (DTMF) T ones The in-v[...]

Black plate (72,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 6-72 Infotainment System 2 NOTES[...]

Black plate (1,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Climate Controls 7-1 Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Rear Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5 Air V ents Air V ents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6 Clima[...]

Black plate (2,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 7-2 Climate Controls J. Recirculation K. Outside Air L. Rear Window Defogger Automatic Operation The system automatically controls the fan speed, air delivery , air conditioning and recirculation in order to heat or cool the vehicle to the desired temperature. When the indicator light is on, the sy[...]

Black plate (3,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Climate Controls 7-3 - (Defog): Clears the windows of fog or moisture. Air is directed to the windshield and floor outlets. 8 (Upper): Air is directed to the windshield outlets. 7 (Hi-Level): Air is divided between the windshield and instrument panel outlets. 0 (Defrost): Clears the windshield of f[...]

Black plate (4,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 7-4 Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger = (Rear Window Defogger): Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. The rear window defogger turns off automatically after about 10 minutes. If turned on again it runs for about 5 minutes before turning off. At higher speeds, the rear window defogge[...]

Black plate (5,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Climate Controls 7-5 Rear Climate Control System For vehicles with the rear heat and air conditioning controls, they are integrated with the rear seat audio controls located in the center console. Rear Climate Control with Rear Seat Audio Controls A. Fan Control B. Air Delivery Mode Control C. T em[...]

Black plate (6,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 7-6 Climate Controls Automatic Operation AUTO: Press N until the AUTO setting is selected to control the rear temperature, air delivery , and fan speed automatically . Manual Operation D C (Fan Control): Press these buttons on the rear seat audio control panel to increase or decrease the airflow . [...]

Black plate (1,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-1 Driving and Operating Driving Information Driving for Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2 Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3 Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3 Control of a V ehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4 Braking[...]

Black plate (2,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-2 Driving and Operating T owing General T owing Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-52 Driving Characteristics and T owing T ips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-52 T railer T owing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-56 T owing Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . 8-60 T railer Sway Contro[...]

Black plate (3,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-3 Defensive Driving Defensive driving means “ always expect the unexpected. ” The first step in driving defensively is to wear your safety belt, see Safety Belts on page 2 ‑ 13 . { W ARNING Assume that other road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) are g[...]

Black plate (4,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-4 Driving and Operating This means that when anyone who has been drinking — driver or passenger — is in a crash, that person's chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking. Control of a V ehicle The following three systems help to cont[...]

Black plate (5,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-5 applied. Once the power assist is used up, it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push. Adding non ‐ dealer accessories can affect vehicle performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 9 ‑ 3 . Steering Power Steering If power steering[...]

Black plate (6,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-6 Driving and Operating The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly . Off-Road Recovery The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. If th[...]

Black plate (7,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-7 Of course, traction is reduced when water , snow , ice, gravel, or other material is on the road. For safety , slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance is longer and vehicle control m[...]

Black plate (8,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-8 Driving and Operating Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips include: . Allow extra following distance. . Pass with caution. . Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape. . Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir filled. . Have good tires with prope[...]

Black plate (9,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-9 { W ARNING Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or with the ignition off is dangerous. The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and they could get so hot that they would not work well. Y ou would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. Y ou could [...]

Black plate (10,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-10 Driving and Operating Blizzard Conditions Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby . If possible, use the Roadside Service on page 12 ‑ 6 . T o get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: . T urn on the hazard warning flashers. . [...]

Black plate (11,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-1 1 Repeat this until help arrives but only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. Moving about to keep warm also helps. If it takes some time for help to arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator pedal slightly so the engine runs faster [...]

Black plate (12,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-12 Driving and Operating T wo labels on the vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry , the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification label. { W ARNING Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross V ehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gr[...]

Black plate (13,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-13 Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. Locate the statement “ The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs ” on your vehicle's placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in [...]

Black plate (14,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-14 Driving and Operating Example 2 A. V ehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). B. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = 340 kg (750 lbs). C. Available Cargo Weight = 1 13 kg (250 lbs). Example 3 A. V ehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). B. Su[...]

Black plate (15,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-15 inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of the vehicle. This is called Gross V ehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo. The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights[...]

Black plate (16,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-16 Driving and Operating The label will help you decide how much cargo and installed equipment your truck can carry . Using heavier suspension components to get added durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way . If you put things [...]

Black plate (17,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-17 Starting and Operating New V ehicle Break-In Notice: The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: . Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 805 km (500 miles). Do n[...]

Black plate (18,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-18 Driving and Operating Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal If the vehicle has this feature, the position of the throttle and brake pedals can be adjusted. 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[...]

Black plate (19,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-19 If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the ignition will return to ACC/ ACCESSORY and display the message SHIFT TO P ARK in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4 ‑ 29 for more information. When the vehicle is shifted into P (Par[...]

Black plate (20,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-20 Driving and Operating Retained Accessory Power (RAP) These vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off: . Audio System . Power Windows . Sunroof (if equipped) . Power outlets under the climate control system, inside the center floor console, and on the [...]

Black plate (21,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-21 3. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts. 4. If the engine does not start and no DIC message is displayed, wait 15 seconds before trying again to let the cra[...]

Black plate (22,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-22 Driving and Operating Engine Heater The engine coolant heater , if available, can help in cold weather conditions at or below − 18°C (0°F) for easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug in the coolant heater at least four hours before starting the vehicle. An inte[...]

Black plate (23,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-23 Leaving the V ehicle With the Engine Running { W ARNING It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running. The vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the[...]

Black plate (24,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-24 Driving and Operating If you still are unable to shift out of P (Park): 1. Fully release the shift lever button. 2. Hold the brake pedal down and press the shift lever button again. 3. Move the shift lever to the desired position. If you still cannot move the shift lever from P (Park), consul[...]

Black plate (25,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-25 Running the V ehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know . { W ARNING Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine ex[...]

Black plate (26,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-26 Driving and Operating P (Park): This position locks the front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily . { W ARNING It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firml[...]

Black plate (27,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-27 N (Neutral): In this position, the engine does not connect with the wheels. T o restart when the vehicle is already moving, use N (Neutral) only . Y ou can also use N (Neutral) when the vehicle is being towed. { W ARNING Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is run[...]

Black plate (28,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-28 Driving and Operating Manual Mode Driver Shift Control (DSC) Notice: If you drive the vehicle at high RPMs without upshifting while using Driver Shift Control (DSC), you could damage the vehicle. Always upshift when necessary while using DSC. Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows you to shift an [...]

Black plate (29,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-29 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 the next lower gear if the engine RPM is too high, nor to the next higher gear when the ma[...]

Black plate (30,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-30 Driving and Operating Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive V ehicles with this feature always send engine power to all four wheels. It is fully automatic, and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions. When using a compact spare tire on an A WD vehicle, the system automatically detects the compac[...]

Black plate (31,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-31 Remember: ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, there will not be enough time to apply the brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always [...]

Black plate (32,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-32 Driving and Operating EPB Apply The EPB can be applied any time the vehicle is stopped. The EPB is applied by momentarily lifting up on the EPB switch. Once fully applied, the park brake status light will be on. While the brake is being applied, the status lamp will flash until full apply is [...]

Black plate (33,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-33 EPB release may take a longer period of time than normal when this light is on. Continue to hold the switch until the park brake status light is off. If the light is on, see your dealer . Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause p[...]

Black plate (34,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-34 Driving and Operating Ride Control Systems T raction Control System (TCS) The vehicle may have a T raction Control System (TCS) that limits wheel spin. On a front-wheel-drive vehicle, the system operates if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose tract[...]

Black plate (35,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-35 Notice: Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is off. The vehicle's driveline could be damaged. TCS/StabiliT rak Button d is located on the console. TCS Off Light TCS can be turned off by pressing and releasing d . When TCS is turned off, i comes on[...]

Black plate (36,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-36 Driving and Operating TCS/StabiliT rak Light When the stability control system activates, d flashes on the instrument panel. This also occurs when traction control is activated. A noise may be heard or vibration may be felt in the brake pedal. This is normal. Continue to steer the vehicle in [...]

Black plate (37,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-37 Limited-Slip Rear Axle V ehicles with a limited-slip rear axle can give more traction on snow , mud, ice, sand, or gravel. When traction is low , this feature allows the drive wheel with the most traction to move the vehicle. The limited-slip rear axle also gives the dri[...]

Black plate (38,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-38 Driving and Operating If the vehicle has the StabiliT rak ® system and begins to limit wheel spin while using cruise control, the cruise control automatically disengages. See StabiliT rak ® System on page 8 ‑ 35 or T raction Control System (TCS) on page 8 ‑ 34 . When road conditions all[...]

Black plate (39,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-39 Increasing Speed While Cruise Control is at a Set Speed If the cruise control system is already activated, . Press and hold the +RES button on the steering wheel until the desired speed is reached, then release it. . T o increase vehicle speed in small amounts, press the[...]

Black plate (40,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-40 Driving and Operating Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Parking Assist For vehicles with the Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRP A) system, it assists the driver with parking and avoiding objects. UFRP A operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph), and the sensors on the front an[...]

Black plate (41,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-41 High-toned beeps heard from the front speakers are for objects detected near the front bumper . Low-toned beeps heard from the rear speakers are for objects detected near the rear bumper . When an object is detected, high or low ‐ tone beeps are heard. As the vehicle g[...]

Black plate (42,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-42 Driving and Operating T urning the System On and Off The UFRP A system can be turned on and off by pressing the park assist button located next to the shift lever . The park assist button lights up when the system is on and turns off when it has been disabled. When the System Does Not Seem to[...]

Black plate (43,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-43 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) The vehicle may have a Rear Vision Camera system. Read this entire section before using it. The rear vision camera system can assist the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the area behind the vehicle. { W ARNING The Rear Vision Camera[...]

Black plate (44,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-44 Driving and Operating T urning the Rear Vision Camera System On or Off T o turn the rear vision camera system on or off: 1. Shift into P (Park). 2. Press the CONFIG button. 3. Select Display . 4. Select Camera. When a check mark appears next to the Camera option, then the RVC system is on. Sy[...]

Black plate (45,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-45 Rear Vision Camera Location The camera is located above the license plate. The area displayed by the camera is limited. It does not display objects that are close to either corner or under the bumper and can vary depending on vehicle orientation or road conditions. The d[...]

Black plate (46,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-46 Driving and Operating When the System Does Not Seem T o Work Properly The rear vision camera system may not work properly or display a clear image if: . The RVC is turned off. See “ T urning the Rear Camera System On or Off ” earlier in this section. . It is dark. . The sun or the beam of[...]

Black plate (47,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-47 The VIN is at the top left of the instrument panel. See Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on page 1 1 ‑ 1 . Recommended Fuel If the vehicle has the 3.0L V6 engine (VIN Code Y), use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher . If the octane [...]

Black plate (48,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-48 Driving and Operating California Fuel Requirements If the vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. See the underhood emission control label. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California [...]

Black plate (49,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-49 For customers who do not use TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly , one bottle of GM Fuel System T reatment PLUS, added to the fuel tank at every engine oil change, can help clean deposits from fuel injectors and intake valves. GM Fuel System T reatment PLUS is the only[...]

Black plate (50,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-50 Driving and Operating Filling the T ank { W ARNING Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. T o help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island. T urn off the engine when refueling. Do not smoke near fuel or when re[...]

Black plate (51,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-51 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 4 ‑ 20 . { W ARNING If a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the[...]

Black plate (52,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-52 Driving and Operating T owing General T owing Information Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle. Contact your dealer or trailering dealer for assistance with preparing the vehicle for towing a trailer . See the following trailer towing information in this section: .[...]

Black plate (53,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-53 . Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 1 600 km (1,000 miles) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. . During the first 800 km (500 miles) that a trailer is towed, do not drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and do not make starts at [...]

Black plate (54,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-54 Driving and Operating Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. T o move the trailer to the left, move that hand to the left. T o move the trailer to the right, move your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. Making T urns Not[...]

Black plate (55,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-55 Parking on Hills { W ARNING Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer attached can be dangerous. If something goes wrong, the rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both the vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. When possible, always park the rig on a[...]

Black plate (56,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-56 Driving and Operating Maintenance When T railer T owing The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer . See the Maintenance Schedule for more information. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belt[...]

Black plate (57,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-57 Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. V ehicle Maximum T railer Weight GCWR* 2.8L Engine, A WD 1 588 kg (3,500 lbs) 3 725 kg (8,212 lbs) 3.0L Engine, FWD 1 134 kg (2,500 lbs) 3 187 kg (7,025 lbs) 3.[...]

Black plate (58,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-58 Driving and Operating If a weight-carrying hitch or a weight-distributing hitch is being used, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10 ‐ 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). After loading the trailer , weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately , to see if the weights ar[...]

Black plate (59,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-59 Since the rear axle already weighs 1 225 kg (2,700 lbs), adding 578 kg (1,275 lbs) brings the total to 1 803 kg (3,975 lbs). This is very close to, but within the limit for RGA WR as well. The vehicle is set to trailer up to 3 856 kg (8,500 lbs). If the vehicle has many [...]

Black plate (60,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-60 Driving and Operating T owing Equipment Hitches It is important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why the right hitch is needed. . The rear bumper on the vehicle is not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or[...]

Black plate (61,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Driving and Operating 8-61 T railer Brakes A loaded trailer that weighs more than 450 kg (1,000 lbs) needs to have its own brake system that is adequate for the weight of the trailer . Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so they are installed, adjusted and maintained[...]

Black plate (62,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 8-62 Driving and Operating 2 NOTES[...]

Black plate (1,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-1 V ehicle Care General Information General Information . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 California Proposition 65 W arning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . [...]

Black plate (2,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-2 V ehicle Care Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-73 Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . 9-73 T ire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-74 If a T ire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . 9-74 T ire Sealant and Compressor Kit (Without Selector Switch) .[...]

Black plate (3,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-3 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements Certain types of automotive applications, such as airbag initiators, seat belt pretensioners, and lithium batteries contained in remote keyless transmitters, may contain perchlorate materials. Special handling may be necessary . For ad[...]

Black plate (4,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-4 V ehicle Care V ehicle Checks Doing Y our Own Service Work { W ARNING Y ou can be injured and the vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. . Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts, and tools bef[...]

Black plate (5,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-5 Hood T o open the hood: 1. Pull the release handle with the above symbol on it. It is located below the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. 2. Move the secondary hood release lever up to release the striker . The lever is located near the middle of the hood. 3. Lif[...]

Black plate (6,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-6 V ehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2.8 L V6 Engine[...]

Black plate (7,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-7 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 9 ‑ 14 . B. Power Steering Reservoir and Cap. See Power Steering Fluid on page 9 ‑ 22 . C. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil on page 9 ‑ 10 . D. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of View). See Engine Oil on page 9 ‑ 10 . E. Brake Master Cylind[...]

Black plate (8,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-8 V ehicle Care 3.0 L V6 Engine[...]

Black plate (9,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-9 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 9 ‑ 14 . B. Power Steering Reservoir and Cap (Under engine cover). See Power Steering Fluid on page 9 ‑ 22 . C. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil on page 9 ‑ 10 . D. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of View). See Engine Oil on page 9 ‑ 10 . E[...]

Black plate (10,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-10 V ehicle Care Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See Engine Compartment Overview o[...]

Black plate (11,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-1 1 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for three things: . GM4718M This vehicle's engine requires a special oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard may be identified as synthetic. However , not all synthetic oils will meet this GM standard. Use only an oil[...]

Black plate (12,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-12 V ehicle Care Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter . This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil [...]

Black plate (13,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-13 The oil life system can also be reset as follows: 1. T urn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off. 2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds. If the “ Change Engine Oil Soon ” message is not on, the system is reset. The system is re[...]

Black plate (14,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-14 V ehicle Care Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 9 ‑ 6 for the location of the engine air cleaner/filter . When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at the first oil change after[...]

Black plate (15,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-15 6. T urn and tilt cover slightly upwards and slide cover away from outside edge of vehicle. Remove the air filter . A. Cover Cut Outs B. Air Filter T abs 7. T o install the air filter , place filter inside box where the pleats fit in between the tabs located inside the lower box[...]

Black plate (16,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-16 V ehicle Care Cooling System When it is safe to lift the hood: 3.0 L V6 Engine Shown, 2.8 L V6 Engine Similar A. Engine Cooling Fans B. Engine Coolant Surge T ank and Pressure Cap { W ARNING An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can[...]

Black plate (17,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-17 Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL ® can cause premature engine, heater core, or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant could require changing sooner , at 50 000 km (30,000 miles) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Any repairs would not be covered by the [...]

Black plate (18,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-18 V ehicle Care Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. 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 [...]

Black plate (19,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-19 { W ARNING Adding only plain water or some other liquid to the cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water and other liquids, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. The vehicle's coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or th[...]

Black plate (20,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-20 V ehicle Care 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it. 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper DEX-COOL ® coolant mixture to the indicated level mark. 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radia[...]

Black plate (21,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-21 If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment { W ARNING Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly , even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cool[...]

Black plate (22,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-22 V ehicle Care If the temperature overheat gauge is no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer displays, the vehicle can be driven. Continue to drive the vehicle slow for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe vehicle distance from the car in front of you. If the warning does not c[...]

Black plate (23,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-23 What to Use T o determine what kind of fluid to use, see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 10 ‑ 6 . Always use the proper fluid. W asher Fluid What to Use When windshield washer fluid is needed, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions before use. If operat[...]

Black plate (24,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-24 V ehicle Care Brakes This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound can come and go or be heard all the time the vehicle is moving, except when applying the brak[...]

Black plate (25,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-25 Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. The vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality brake parts. When parts of the braking sys[...]

Black plate (26,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-26 V ehicle Care Do not top off the brake fluid. Adding fluid does not correct a leak. If fluid is added when the linings are worn, there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed. Add or remove brake fluid, as necessary , only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. {[...]

Black plate (27,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-27 Battery Refer to the replacement number shown on the original battery label when a new battery is needed. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 9 ‑ 6 for battery location. { DANGER Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals k[...]

Black plate (28,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-28 V ehicle Care Starter Switch Check { W ARNING When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly . If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and [...]

Black plate (29,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-29 Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 10 ‑ 2 for more information. It is a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly on a regular basis or when worn. For proper windshield wiper [...]

Black plate (30,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-30 V ehicle Care 2. Slide cover towards wiper blade tip to unhook from blade assembly . 3. Remove the cover . 4. After wiper blade replacement, ensure that cover hook slides into slot in blade assembly . 5. Snap cover down to secure. T o remove the wiper blade: 1. Lift the wiper arm away from th[...]

Black plate (31,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-31 Headlamp Aiming The headlamp aiming system has been preset at the factory . If the vehicle is damaged in an accident, the aim of the headlamps can be affected and adjustment could be necessary . It is recommended that a dealer adjust the headlamps. T o re-aim the headlamps yours[...]

Black plate (32,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-32 V ehicle Care T o adjust the vertical aim: 1. Open the hood. See Hood on page 9 ‑ 5 for more information. Base V ehicle Up-level V ehicle 2. Locate the aim point at the center inner projector condensing lens of the low-beam headlamp, not the outer lens. 3. Measure the distance from the grou[...]

Black plate (33,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-33 Notice: Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut-off when aiming. Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build-up which may cause damage to the headlamp. 6. T urn on the low-beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being a[...]

Black plate (34,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-34 V ehicle Care 8. For the base vehicle, turn the vertical adjuster (V1) until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line. T urn it clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the angle of the beam. For the up-level vehicle, turn the vertical adjusters (V1 and V2) simultaneously[...]

Black plate (35,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-35 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting { W ARNING The low beam high intensity discharge lighting system operates at a very high voltage. If you try to service any of the system components, you could be seriously injured. Have your dealer or a qualified technician service them. [...]

Black plate (36,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-36 V ehicle Care Up – Level Headlamp Assembly (Front View Driver Side) A. High/Low ‐ Beam Headlamp (T o be replaced at dealer only) B. Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) C. T urn Signal Lamp Up – Level Headlamp Assembly (Rear View Driver Side) A. High/Low ‐ Beam Headlamp (T o be replaced at deal[...]

Black plate (37,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-37 2. Unlatch three clips and lift up the underhood electrical center cover to remove. Passenger Side The removal of the air filter/cleaner assembly and base is required for the replacement of one of these bulbs: 1. Open the hood. See Hood on page 9 ‑ 5 . A. Air Duct Clamp B. Con[...]

Black plate (38,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-38 V ehicle Care Low-Beam Headlamps/Daytime Running Lamps (DRL), High-Beam Headlamps (Base) 1. Remove the top cap for the low-beam headlamp/DRL bulb replacement from the back of the headlamp assembly . 2. Remove the bottom cap for the high-beam headlamp bulb replacement from the back of the head[...]

Black plate (39,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-39 Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) (Up-Level) T o replace the Front Turn Signal Lamp: 1. Remove the bottom cap for the DRL bulb replacement from the back of the headlamp assembly . 2. Disconnect electrical connector . 3. Remove the DRL bulb socket from the headlamp assembly . 4. Replace[...]

Black plate (40,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-40 V ehicle Care T urn Signal Lamps T o replace one of these bulbs: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate (Manual) on page 1 ‑ 13 or Liftgate (Power) on page 1 ‑ 14 . A. Push Pin B. T aillamp Cover 2. Pull on push pin (A) to release the taillamp cover (B). 3. Remove the taillamp cover from the [...]

Black plate (41,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-41 8. Press a new bulb into the socket, insert it into the taillamp assembly and turn the bulb socket clockwise until it clicks. 9. Reinstall the taillamp assembly and tighten the screws. 10. Reinstall the taillamp cover by snapping it into place. 1 1. Push the push pin to secure t[...]

Black plate (42,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-42 V ehicle Care A. Turn Signal Lamp B. Back – Up Bulb/Socket 6. Disconnect the wire harness from the back – up bulb/socket (B). 7. T urn the back – up bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp assembly . 8. Press a new bulb/socket into the taillamp assembly and turn the [...]

Black plate (43,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-43 A. Bulb Socket B. Bulb C. Lamp Assembly 4. T urn the bulb socket (A) counterclockwise to remove from lamp assembly (C). 5. Pull the bulb (B) straight out of the bulb socket. 6. Push the replacement bulb straight into the bulb socket and turn the bulb socket clockwise to install [...]

Black plate (44,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-44 V ehicle 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 circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the current load returns t[...]

Black plate (45,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-45 T o identify and check fuses, circuit breakers, and relays, see Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 9 ‑ 45 and Rear Compartment Fuse Block on page 9 ‑ 49 . Engine Compartment Fuse Block T o remove the fuse block cover , press the clips on the cover and lift it straight up.[...]

Black plate (46,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-46 V ehicle Care J-Case Fuses Usage 41 Cooling Fan 2 42 Starter 43 Not Used 44 Not Used 45 Cooling Fan 1 59 Secondary AIR Pump Mini Fuses Usage 1 Engine Control Module Battery 2 T ransmission Control Module Battery 3 Mass Air Flow Sensor 4 Not Used 5 Engine Control Module Run Crank Mini Fuses Us[...]

Black plate (47,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-47 Mini Fuses Usage 53 Headlamp Level 54 Sensing Diagnostic Module Ignition 55 High Beam Headlamp – Right 56 High Beam Headlamp – Left 57 Ignition Steering Column Lock 65 T railer Right Stop Lamp 66 T railer Left Stop Lamp 67 Spare Mini Fuses Usage 68 Spare 69 Spare 70 Spare 71[...]

Black plate (48,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-48 V ehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is located in the center console between the driver and passenger seats. T o access the fuses, open the fuse panel door from the passenger side by pulling it out. T o reinstall the door , push the door back into its ori[...]

Black plate (49,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-49 Mini Fuses Usage RAIN SNSR Rain Sensor BCM 6 Body Control Module 6 ESCL Electronic Steering Column Lock AIRBAG Sensing and Diagnostic Module DLC Data Link Connection IPC Instrument Panel Cluster SP ARE Not Used BCM 1 Body Control Module 1 BCM 2 Body Control Module 2 Mini Fuses U[...]

Black plate (50,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-50 V ehicle Care Rear Compartment Fuse Block Fuses Usage SP ARE FUSES Spare Fuses AOS MDL Automatic Occupant Sensing Module SP ARE Not Used SP ARE Not Used SP ARE Not Used P ASS DR WDO SW Passenger Door Window Switch DRV PWR SEA T Driver Power Seat P ASS DR PWR SEA T Passenge/Driver Power Seats [...]

Black plate (51,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-51 Fuses Usage FRT HTD SEA T Front Heated Seats THEFT HORN Theft Horn * LGA TE Liftgate REAR DEFOG Rear Defog * BCM THEFT Body Control Module Theft * TRLR 2 T railer 2 UGDO Universal Garage Door Opener RT WDO Right Window PRK BRK MDL Park Brake Module Fuses Usage SP ARE Not Used L [...]

Black plate (52,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-52 V ehicle Care Wheels and Tires Tires Y our new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer . If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your vehicle W arranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the t[...]

Black plate (53,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-53 Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The examples below show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall. Passenger (P ‐ Metric) Tire Example (A) Tire Size : The tire size is a combination of letters and num[...]

Black plate (54,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-54 V ehicle Care Compact Spare Tire Example (A) Tire Ply Material : The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (B) T emporary Use Only : The compact spare tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of approximately 5 000 km (3,000 miles) and should not be driven a[...]

Black plate (55,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-55 Tire Designations Tire Size The following illustration shows an example of a typical passenger vehicle tire size. (A) Passenger (P ‐ Metric) Tire : The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter P as the first character in the tire size means a passenger [...]

Black plate (56,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-56 V ehicle Care Tire T erminology 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 psi (pounds per square inch) or kPa (kilopasca l). Accessory Weight : This means the combined weight of optional acce[...]

Black plate (57,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-57 GA WR FRT : Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle. See V ehicle Load Limits on page 8 ‑ 1 1 . GA WR RR : Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle. See V ehicle Load Limits on page 8 ‑ 1 1 . Intended Outboard Sidewall : The side of an asymmetrica l tire, that must alw[...]

Black plate (58,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-58 V ehicle Care Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. Rim : A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated. Sidewall : The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead. S[...]

Black plate (59,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-59 Tire Pressure T ires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively . Notice: Do not let anyone tell you that under ‐ inflation or over ‐ inflation is all right. It is not. If your tires do not have enough air (under ‐ inflation), you can get the following:[...]

Black plate (60,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-60 V ehicle Care When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Do not forget to check the compact spare tire, if the vehicle has one. The compact spare should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). For additional information regarding the compact spare tire, see Compact Spare Tire on page 9 ‑ 100 . Ho[...]

Black plate (61,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-61 V ehicles with P235/65R18, P235/ 55R20, or 235/55R20 size tires require inflation pressure adjustment when driving your vehicle at speeds of 100 mph (160 km/h) or higher . Set the cold inflation pressure to the maximum inflation pressure shown on the tire sidewall, or 44 psi (30[...]

Black plate (62,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-62 V ehicle Care Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under ‐ inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. Y our ve[...]

Black plate (63,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-63 When a low tire pressure condition is detected, the TPMS illuminates the low tire pressure warning light located on the instrument panel cluster . If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the tire loading [...]

Black plate (64,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-64 V ehicle Care TPMS Malfunction Light and Message The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable. When the system detects a malfunction, the low tire warning light flashes for about one minute and then stays on for the remainder of the ignition[...]

Black plate (65,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-65 TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code. Any time you rotate your vehicle's tires or replace one or more of the TPMS sensors, the identification codes will need to be matched to the new tire/wheel position. The sensors are matched to t[...]

Black plate (66,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-66 V ehicle Care 7. Start with the driver side front tire. 8. Remove the valve cap from the valve cap stem. Activate the TPMS sensor by increasing or decreasing the tire's air pressure for five seconds, or until a horn chirp sounds. The horn chirp, which may take up to 30 seconds to sound, [...]

Black plate (67,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-67 Any time you notice unusual wear , rotate the tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 9 ‑ 68 and Wheel Replacement on page 9 ‑ 73 . When rotating the vehicle's tires, always u[...]

Black plate (68,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-68 V ehicle Care When It Is Time for New Tires V arious factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road conditions influence when you need new tires. One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which appear when the ti[...]

Black plate (69,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-69 GM's exclusive TPC Spec system considers over a dozen critical specifications that impact the overall performance of your vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. GM's TPC Spec number is[...]

Black plate (70,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-70 V ehicle Care V ehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system could give an inaccurate low ‐ pressure warning if non ‐ TPC Spec rated tires are installed on your vehicle. Non ‐ TPC Spec rated tires may give a low ‐ pressure warning that is higher or lower than the proper warning[...]

Black plate (71,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-71 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: T readwear 200 T raction AA T emperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States[...]

Black plate (72,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-72 V ehicle Care T raction – AA, A, B, C 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 specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked[...]

Black plate (73,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-73 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on the vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give the longest tire life and best overall performance. Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis. However[...]

Black plate (74,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-74 V ehicle Care Used Replacement Wheels { W ARNING Putting a used wheel on the vehicle is dangerous. Y ou cannot know how it has been used or how far it has been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel. Tire Chains [...]

Black plate (75,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-75 It may be very bumpy and noisy , but you can still steer . Gently brake to a stop, well off the road if possible. { W ARNING Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. If a jack is provi[...]

Black plate (76,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-76 V ehicle Care When the vehicle has a flat tire (B), use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks (A). A. Wheel Block B. Flat T ire The following information explains how to repair or change a tire. Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit (Without Selector Switch[...]

Black plate (77,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-77 { W ARNING Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. Never run the engine in an enclose[...]

Black plate (78,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-78 V ehicle Care The kit includes: A. Air Compressor B. T ire Sealant Canister C. Power Plug D. On/Off Button E. Pressure Gauge F . Air Only Hose (Black) G. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) Tire Sealant Read and follow the safe handling instructions on the label adhered to the sealant canister . Check t[...]

Black plate (79,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-79 Always do a safety check first. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 9 ‑ 74 . 1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage location. See Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 9 ‑ 93 . Make sure the on/off button (D) is in the off (O) position. 2. U[...]

Black plate (80,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-80 V ehicle Care 9. Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gauge (E). The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the T ire and Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure on page 9 ‑ 59 . The pressure gauge (E) may read higher than the actual tire pr[...]

Black plate (81,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-81 15. If the flat tire was able to inflate to the recommended inflation pressure, remove the maximum speed label from the sealant canister (B) and place it in a highly visible location. The label is a reminder not to exceed 55 mph (90 km/h) until the damaged tire is repaired or re[...]

Black plate (82,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-82 V ehicle Care Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not Punctured) T o use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air only and not sealant: Always do a safety check first. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 9 ‑ 74 . 1. Remove the tire sealant and compr[...]

Black plate (83,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-83 1 1. Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gauge (E). The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the T ire and Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure on page 9 ‑ 59 . The pressure gauge (E) may read higher than the actual tire [...]

Black plate (84,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-84 V ehicle Care 4. T urn the sealant canister (B) so the inflator filling hose is aligned with the slot in the compressor . 5. Lift the sealant canister (B) from the compressor and replace with a new sealant canister . See your dealer for more information. T o install a new sealant canister: 1.[...]

Black plate (85,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-85 If the vehicle has the tire sealant and compressor kit shown above, follow the operating instructions under “ T ire Sealant and Compressor Kit (Without Selector Switch). { W ARNING Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may ente[...]

Black plate (86,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-86 V ehicle Care If this vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit, there may not be a spare tire, tire changing equipment, and on some vehicles there may not be a place to store a tire. The tire sealant and compressor can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to ¼ inch (6 mm) in the tre[...]

Black plate (87,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-87 Tire Sealant Read and follow the safe handling instructions on the label adhered to the sealant canister . Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister . The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date. Replacement sealant canisters are avail[...]

Black plate (88,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-88 V ehicle Care 5. Attach the sealant/air hose (F) onto the tire valve stem. T urn it clockwise until it is tight. 6. Plug the power plug (H) into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets. See Power Outlets on page 4 ‑ 1 1 . If the vehicle[...]

Black plate (89,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-89 12. Unplug the power plug (H) from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. 13. T urn the sealant/air hose (F) counterclockwise to remove it from the tire valve stem. 14. Replace the tire valve stem cap. 15. Replace the sealant/air hose (F), and the power plug (H) back in thei[...]

Black plate (90,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-90 V ehicle Care Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not Punctured) T o use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air only and not sealant: Always do a safety check first. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 9 ‑ 74 . 1. Remove the tire sealant and compr[...]

Black plate (91,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-91 6. Plug the power plug (H) into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets. See Power Outlets on page 4 ‑ 1 1 . If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet, do not use the cigarette lighter . If the vehicle only has a cigare[...]

Black plate (92,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-92 V ehicle Care 13. Disconnect the air only hose (G) from the tire valve stem, by turning it counterclockwise, and replace the tire valve stem cap. 14. Replace the air only hose (G) and the power plug (H) and cord back in its original location. 15. Place the equipment in the original storage lo[...]

Black plate (93,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-93 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit With Selector Switch Without Selector Switch This vehicle may have a tire sealant and compressor kit in place of a jack or spare tire. It is located in a foam container in the rear compartment storage area. See Cargo Management System [...]

Black plate (94,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-94 V ehicle Care 3. Remove the spare tire cover . 4. Remove the nut retaining the spare tire. 5. Remove the spare tire and place it next to the tire being changed. 6. Remove the wing nut (D). 7. Remove the extension (A), jack (B) and wheel wrench (C) and place them near the tire being changed.[...]

Black plate (95,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-95 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire T ake off the wheel cover or center cap, if the vehicle has one, to reach the wheel bolts. 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 9 ‑ 74 for more information. 2. T urn the wheel wrench counte[...]

Black plate (96,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-96 V ehicle Care 7. Insert the hooked end of the extension handle through the jack and the flat end through the wheel wrench. { W ARNING Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle w[...]

Black plate (97,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-97 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. Notice: Using a jack to raise the vehicle without positioning it correctly could damage your vehicle. When r[...]

Black plate (98,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-98 V ehicle Care 13. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. { W ARNING 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. T ighten each nut by hand until the whee[...]

Black plate (99,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-99 When reinstalling the wheel cover or center cap on the full-size tire, tighten all five plastic caps hand snug with the aid of the wheel wrench and tighten them with the wheel wrench an additional one ‐ quarter of a turn. Notice: Wheel covers will not fit on your vehicle'[...]

Black plate (100,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-100 V ehicle Care 6. Route the strap through the wheel, as shown. 7. Attach the strap to the other cargo tie-down in the rear of the vehicle. 8. T ighten the strap. The compact spare is for temporary use only . Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can. Compact Spa[...]

Black plate (101,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-101 Jump Starting For more information about the vehicle battery , see Battery on page 9 ‑ 27 . If the vehicle battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely . { W ARNING [...]

Black plate (102,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-102 V ehicle Care Notice: If you leave the radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the warranty . Always turn off the radio and other accessories when jump starting the vehicle. 3. T urn off the ignition on bot[...]

Black plate (103,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-103 { W ARNING Using an open flame near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water . Y ou do not need to add water to the battery installed [...]

Black plate (104,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-104 V ehicle Care 8. Now connect the black negative ( − ) cable to the negative ( − ) terminal of the good battery . Use a remote negative ( − ) terminal if the vehicle has one. Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative ( − ) cable does n[...]

Black plate (105,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-105 T o disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( − ) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery . 2. Disconnect the black negative ( − ) cable from the vehicle with the good battery . 3. Disconnect the red posi[...]

Black plate (106,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-106 V ehicle Care Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing: . What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. . What is the distance that will be travelled? Some vehicles have restrictio[...]

Black plate (107,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-107 3. With the vehicle OFF , press the brake pedal and press the ST ART/STOP switch to start the engine (the green LED on the switch will illuminate). 4. Put the vehicle in N (Neutral). 5. Press the ST ART/STOP switch again. The engine will stop, the DIC will display Shift to Par[...]

Black plate (108,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-108 V ehicle Care Dolly T owing (Front-Wheel ‐ Drive V ehicles) T o tow the vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground, do the following: 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly . 2. Move the shift lever to P (Park). See Shifting Into Park on page 8 ‑ 22 . 3. Set the parking brake[...]

Black plate (109,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-109 Appearance Care Exterior Care Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water , a soft cloth, and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “ Washing the V ehicle ” later in this section. Finish Care Occasional waxing o[...]

Black plate (1 10,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-1 10 V ehicle Care W ashing the V ehicle T o preserve the vehicle's finish, keep it clean by washing it often. Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight and use a car washing soap. Notice: Certain cleaners contain chemicals that can damage the emblems or nameplates on the vehicle. Check [...]

Black plate (1 11,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-1 1 1 Wheels and T rim — Aluminum or Chrome The vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Keep the wheels clean using a soft, clean cloth with mild soap and water . Rinse with clean water . After rinsing thoroughly , dry with a soft, clean towel. A wax may then [...]

Black plate (1 12,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-1 12 V ehicle Care Windshield and Wiper Blades Clean the outside of the windshield with glass cleaner . Clean the rubber blades using a lint ‐ free cloth or paper towel soaked with windshield washer fluid or a mild detergent. Wash the windshield thoroughly when cleaning the blades. Bugs, roa[...]

Black plate (1 13,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-1 13 At least every spring, flush these materials from the underbody with plain water . Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect. Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. Y our dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this. [...]

Black plate (1 14,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-1 14 V ehicle Care Do not clean the interior using the following cleaners or techniques: . Never use a knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface. . Never use a stiff brush. It can cause damage to the vehicle's interior surfaces. . Never apply heavy pressur[...]

Black plate (1 15,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 V ehicle Care 9-1 15 T o clean: 1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with water or club soda. 2. Remove excess moisture. 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center . Continue cleaning, using a clean area of the cloth each time it becomes soiled. 4. Continue t[...]

Black plate (1 16,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 9-1 16 V ehicle Care Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces T o remove dust, a soft cloth dampened with water can be used. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary , a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt. Never use spot lift[...]

Black plate (1,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Service and Maintenance 10-1 Service and Maintenance General Information General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-1 Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . 10-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-6 Maint[...]

Black plate (2,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 10-2 Service and Maintenance { W ARNING Performing maintenance work can be dangerous. Some jobs can cause serious injury . Perform maintenance work only if you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment. If in doubt, see your dealer to have a qualified technician do the work. See[...]

Black plate (3,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Service and Maintenance 10-3 If the engine oil life system is reset accidentally , service the vehicle within 5 000 km/3,000 miles since the last service. Reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life System on page 9 ‑ 12 . Every Engine Oil Change . Change engine oil[...]

Black plate (4,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 10-4 Service and Maintenance Additional Required Services At Each Fuel Stop . Engine oil level check. See Engine Oil on page 9 ‑ 10 . . Engine coolant level check. See Engine Coolant on page 9 ‑ 17 . . Windshield washer fluid level check. See Washer Fluid on page 9 ‑ 23 . Once a Month . T ire[...]

Black plate (5,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Service and Maintenance 10-5 First Engine Oil Change After Every 80 000 km/50,000 Miles . Engine air cleaner filter replacement. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 9 ‑ 14 . . Automatic transmission fluid change (severe service) for vehicles mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather , [...]

Black plate (6,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 10-6 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil The engine requires a special engine oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard can be identified with the American Petroleum Institute (API) Ce[...]

Black plate (7,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Service and Maintenance 10-7 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Automatic T ransmission (2.8L V6 Engine) A W ‐ 1 Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 19256039, in Canada 19256040). Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements[...]

Black plate (8,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 10-8 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number , or specification can be obtained from your dealer . Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 20897358 A3147C Engine Oil Filter 2.8L V6 Engine 12593333 PF457G[...]

Black plate (9,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Service and Maintenance 10-9 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By [...]

Black plate (10,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 10-10 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed[...]

Black plate (11,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Service and Maintenance 10-1 1 Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed[...]

Black plate (12,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 10-12 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed[...]

Black plate (1,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 T echnical Data 1 1-1 T echnical Data V ehicle Identification V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1-1 Service Parts Identification L a b e l ....................... 1 1 - 1 V ehicle Data Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1-2 Engine Drive Belt[...]

Black plate (2,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 1 1-2 T echnical Data V ehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Application Capacities Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Coolin[...]

Black plate (3,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 T echnical Data 1 1-3 Application Capacities Metric English T ransmission Fluid 2.8L V6 6 – Speed Automatic (T ransmission Requires No Fluid Replacement) — — 3.0L V6 6 – Speed Automatic* (Drain and Refill) 9.0 L 9.5 qt Wheel Nut T orque 150 Y 1 10 ft lb *See Automatic T ransmission Fluid on[...]

Black plate (4,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 1 1-4 T echnical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 2.8L, 3.0L V6 Engines[...]

Black plate (1,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Customer Information 12-1 Customer Information Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1 Customer Assistance Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-3 Customer Assistance for T ext T elephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 12-4 Online Owner Ce[...]

Black plate (2,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 12-2 Customer Information STEP TWO : If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, in the United States, call the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center , 24 hours a day , at 1-800-458-8006. In Canada, call the[...]

Black plate (3,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Customer Information 12-3 STEP THREE (Canadian Owners): General Motors Participation in the Mediation/Arbitration Program In the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after the following the procedure outlined in Steps One and T wo. General Motors of Canada Limited wants you [...]

Black plate (4,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 12-4 Customer Information From Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 www .[...]

Black plate (5,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Customer Information 12-5 Other Helpful Links: Cadillac — www .cadillac.com Cadillac Merchandise — www .cadillaccollection.com Help Center — www .cadillac.com/ helpcenter . F AQ . Contact Us My GM Canada (Canada) — www .gm.ca My GM Canada is a password-protected section of www .gm.ca where [...]

Black plate (6,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 12-6 Customer Information General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. Roadside Service In the United States or Canada, call 1-800-882-1 1 12 . T ext T elephone (TTY), U.S. only , call 1-888-889-2438 . Service is av[...]

Black plate (7,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Customer Information 12-7 . Emergency T ow From a Public Road or Highway: T ow to the nearest Cadillac dealer for warranty service, or if the vehicle was in a crash and cannot be driven. Assistance is also given when the vehicle is stuck in the sand, mud, or snow . . Flat Tire Change: Service to ch[...]

Black plate (8,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 12-8 Customer Information Services Specific to Canadian ‐ Purchased V ehicles . Fuel delivery: Reimbursement is approximately $5 Canadian. Diesel fuel delivery may be restricted. Propane and other fuels are not provided through this service. . Lock-Out Service: V ehicle registration is required. [...]

Black plate (9,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Customer Information 12-9 Courtesy T ransportation Program T o enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy T ransportation, a customer support program for vehicles with the Bumper to Bumper (Base W arranty Coverage period in Canada), extended powe[...]

Black plate (10,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 12-10 Customer Information Courtesy Rental V ehicle Y our dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for an overnight warranty repair . Rental reimbursement will be limited and must be supported by [...]

Black plate (11,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Customer Information 12-1 1 Recycled original equipment parts may also be used for repair . These parts are typically removed from vehicles that were total losses in prior crashes. In most cases, the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle. A recycled original equipment GM [...]

Black plate (12,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 12-12 Customer Information If your vehicle is leased, the leasing company may require you to have insurance that ensures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts. Read your lease carefully , as you may be charged at the end of yo[...]

Black plate (13,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Customer Information 12-13 obligated to have the vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts, even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost. If another party's insurance company is paying for the repairs, you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance compa[...]

Black plate (14,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 12-14 Customer Information Current and Past Models T echnical 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 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. [...]

Black plate (15,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Customer Information 12-15 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, notify T ransport Canada immediately , in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. Call them at 1-800-333-0510 or write to: T [...]

Black plate (16,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 12-16 Customer Information Event Data Recorders This vehicle has an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle&apos[...]

Black plate (17,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 Customer Information 12-17 OnStar ® If your vehicle is equipped with an active OnStar system, that system may also record data in crash or near crash ‐ like situations. The OnStar T erms and Conditions provides information on data collection and use and is available in the OnStar glove box kit,[...]

Black plate (18,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 12-18 Customer Information 2 NOTES[...]

Black plate (1,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 INDEX i-1 A Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-20 Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-61 Adding Equipment to the Air[...]

Black plate (2,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 i-2 INDEX B Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-27 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-101 V oltage and Charging Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33 Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . 9-29 Bluetooth . . . . 6-47, 6-48, 6-52, 6-63 Brake Pedal and Adjusta[...]

Black plate (3,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 INDEX i-3 Cigarette Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12 Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-44 Cleaning Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-109 Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1 13 Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

Black plate (4,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 i-4 INDEX Dual Automatic Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-36 DVD/CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21 E ECO Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-29 Economy Mode Fuel . . . [...]

Black plate (5,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 INDEX i-5 Fuel (cont.) Filling a Portable Fuel Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-51 Filling the T ank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-50 Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . . 8-48 Gasoline Specifications . . . . . . . 8-47 Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15 Low [...]

Black plate (6,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 i-6 INDEX Heated and V entilated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28 High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . . 9-60 Highway [...]

Black plate (7,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 INDEX i-7 Lights (cont.) Front Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28 Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27 High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . 5-2 Low Fuel W arning . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27 Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . 4-17[...]

Black plate (8,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 i-8 INDEX N Navigation System V ehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-17 Net Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8 Net, Convenience . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10 New V ehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . 8-17 O Object Detection System Messages .[...]

Black plate (9,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 INDEX i-9 Radios AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 1 CD/DVD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21 Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18 Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14 Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 Rear Axle Lim[...]

Black plate (10,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 i-10 INDEX Safety Defects Reporting Canadian Government . . . . . . 12-15 General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-15 U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . 12-14 Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . 2-26 Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . [...]

Black plate (11,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 INDEX i-1 1 Stuck V ehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 1 Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27 Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv System Roof Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

Black plate (12,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2010 i-12 INDEX T urbo Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16 T urn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 T wilight Sentinel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 U Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . . . 8-40 Uniform T ire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . .[...]