navigation system CADILLAC SRX 2004 1.G User Guide

MPG INST/Instantaneous Fuel Economy:If you
select this item, the current fuel economy is displayed.
This number reects only the fuel economy that the
vehicle has right now and will change frequently
as driving conditions change. Unlike average fuel
economy, this menu item cannot be reset.
GAL FUEL USED/Fuel Used:If you select this item,
the number of gallons or liters of fuel used since the last
reset of this menu item is displayed.
To reset GAL FUEL USED using the Base audio
system, press the CLR button located to the right of the
screen. The display will return to zero.
To reset the Fuel Used using the Navigation system,
press and hold the vehicle information button in the upper
right corner of the screen for three seconds to bring up
the Vehicle Information menu. Use the up and down
arrows on the screen to select Fuel Used and then touch
the RESET button. Touch the RETURN button on the
screen to go back to the previous page.MILES RANGE/Fuel Range:If you select this item, the
approximate number of remaining miles or kilometers
you can drive without refueling is displayed. This
estimate is based on the current driving conditions and
will change if the driving conditions change. For
example, if you are driving in traffic making frequent
stops, the display may read one number, but if you enter
the freeway, the number may change even though
you still have the same amount of gas in the gas tank.
This is because different driving conditions produce
different fuel economies. Generally, freeway driving
produces better fuel economy than city driving.
If your vehicle is low on fuel, the Low Fuel Level
message will be displayed. See “Low Fuel Level
Message” underDIC Warnings and Messages on
page 3-64for more information.
AVG MPH/Average Vehicle Speed:If you select this
item, the average speed of the vehicle is displayed in
miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h).
This average is calculated based on the various vehicle
speeds recorded since the last reset of this menu item.
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To reset AVG MPH using the Base audio system,
press the CLR button located to the right of the screen.
The display will return to zero.
To reset the Average Vehicle Speed using the Navigation
system, press and hold the vehicle information button in
the upper right corner of the screen for three seconds to
bring up the Vehicle Information menu. Use the up and
down arrows on the screen to select Average Vehicle
Speed and then touch the RESET button. Touch the
RETURN button
on the screen to go back to the previous page.
TIMER/Timer:If you select this item, a timing feature is
displayed. The timer functions like a stopwatch in that
you can record the time it takes to travel from one point
to another.
To turn on the timer using the Base audio system,
press the CLR button located to the right of the screen
once. To turn off the Timer using the Base audio
system, press the CLR button again.When the timer is off, the display will show the timer
value and TIMER OFF. The timing feature will stop.
To reset the timer using the Base audio system, turn off
the timer and then press and hold the CLR button.
The display will return to zero.
To turn on the Timer using the Navigation system, press
and hold the vehicle information button located in the
upper right corner of the screen for three seconds
to bring up the Vehicle Information menu. Use the up
and down arrows on the screen to select timer and then
press the ON button on the screen. Touch the
RETURN button on the screen to go back to the
previous page.
To reset the Timer using the Navigation system, press
and hold the vehicle information button in the upper
right corner of the screen for three seconds to bring up
the Vehicle Information menu. Use the up and down
arrows on the screen to select Timer and then touch the
RESET button. Touch the RETURN button on the
screen to go back to the previous page.
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BATTERY VOLTS/Battery Voltage:If you select this
item, the current battery voltage is displayed. If the
voltage is in the normal range, the display will have OK
after it. For example, the display may read 13.2 Battery
Volts OK.
If there is a problem with the battery charging system,
there are four possible DIC messages that may be
displayed. SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on
page 3-64for more information.
LF TIRE/Left Front Tire Pressure:If you select this
item, the driver’s side front tire pressure will be
displayed. If the tire pressure is low, LOW will be
displayed with this item. The pressure will be displayed
in PSI or KPA. If you wish to change the units on
the base system, seeDIC Main Menu on page 3-60.
If you wish to change the units on the Navigation
system, see “Main Audio Menu” in the SRX
Entertainment and Navigation System owner’s manual.
RF TIRE/Right Front Tire Pressure:If you select
this item, the passenger’s side front tire pressure will be
displayed. If the tire pressure is low, LOW will be
displayed with this item. The pressure will be displayed
in PSI or KPA. If you wish to change the units on
the base system, seeDIC Main Menu on page 3-60.If you wish to change the units on the Navigation
system, see “Main Audio Menu” in the SRX
Entertainment and Navigation System owner’s manual.
RR TIRE/Right Rear Tire Pressure:If you select
this item, the passenger’s side rear tire pressure will be
displayed. If the tire pressure is low, LOW will be
displayed with this item. The pressure will be displayed
in PSI or KPA. If you wish to change the units on
the base system, seeDIC Main Menu on page 3-60.
If you wish to change the units on the Navigation
system, see “Main Audio Menu” in the SRX
Entertainment and Navigation System owner’s manual.
LR TIRE/Left Rear Tire Pressure:If you select this
item, the driver’s side rear tire pressure will be
displayed. If the tire pressure is low, LOW will be
displayed with this item. The pressure will be displayed
in PSI or KPA. If you wish to change the units on
the base system, seeDIC Main Menu on page 3-60.
If you wish to change the units on the Navigation
system, see “Main Audio Menu” in the SRX
Entertainment and Navigation System owner’s manual.
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DIC Main Menu
Accessing the DIC Main Menu
(Base Audio System)
There are two different procedures for accessing the
DIC main menu depending upon whether or not
your vehicle has the Navigation system.
To access the main menu of the DIC, do one of the
following:
Using the Base audio system, press the TUNE/SEL
knob once. Turn the knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to scroll through the menu items.
Refer to the SRX Entertainment and Navigation
System owner’s manual supplied with your
vehicle for more information on the accessing main
menu and descriptions of the menu items for the
Navigation system.The DIC main menu for the Base audio system consists
of the following menu items:
eBASS - MID - TREBLE
eEQ
DSP
DVD
AVC
H/A
AUTO STORE
CAT
TA
RDS MSG
AF
SEEK LOCAL/DISTANT
9(English/Metric Units)
TCS
8(Clock)
8/4(Clock/Information Display)
SETUP
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DIC Main Menu Item Descriptions
(Base Audio System)
The following descriptions are for the Base audio
system. For information pertaining to the Navigation
audio system, see “ Audio System” in the Index of the
SRX Entertainment and Navigation System Supplement
supplied with your vehicle.
eBASS - MID (Midrange) - TREBLE:This menu
item allows you to adjust the levels for the bass,
midrange, treble, balance, and fader features of the
audio system. For more information, seeAudio
System(s) on page 3-93.
eEQ (Equalizer):This menu item allows you to
choose among ve preset equalizations for the audio
system. See “Equalizer” underAudio System(s) on
page 3-93for more information.
DSP (Digital Signal Processing):This menu item
allows you to select the DSP type that you want on the
audio system. You may choose Normal, Talk, Spacious,
Rear Seat or Driver Seat. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to
scroll through these choices. Once the desired choice is
displayed, turn the knob to set your DSP choice and
continue scrolling through the main menu.
See “DSP” underAudio System(s) on page 3-93for more
information.DVD (Digital Versatile Disc):This menu item allows
you to turn the DVD on and off. Press the TUNE/SEL
knob once to turn DVD on and off. When DVD is
on, an X will be in the box next to DVD on the menu.
The X disappears when DVD is off.
SeeRear Seat Entertainment System on page 3-110for
more information.
AVC (Automatic Volume Compensation):This menu
item allows you to turn the AVC feature on and off.
Press the TUNE/SEL knob once to turn AVC on and off.
When AVC is on, an X will be in the box next to AVC
on the menu. The X disappears when AVC is off.
See “AVC” underAudio System(s) on page 3-93for
more information.
H/A (Home/Away Preset Stations):This menu item
allows you to switch back and forth between your home
and away preset radio stations. Press the TUNE/SEL
knob to switch between home and away.
See “Home and Away Preset Stations” underAudio
System(s) on page 3-93for more information.
AUTOSTORE:This menu item allows you to
automatically store radio stations with the strongest
signals as presets. SeeAudio System(s) on page 3-93
for more information.
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DIC Warnings and Messages
These messages will appear if there is a problem
sensed in one of your vehicle’s systems. The text
messages are the same for both the Base audio and
Navigation systems unless otherwise indicated.
You must acknowledge a message to clear it from the
screen for further use. To clear a message, do one
of the following:
Using the Base audio system, press CLR.
Using the Navigation system, Press the Ok button
on the screen.
Be sure to take any message that appears on the screen
seriously and remember that clearing the message will
only make the message disappear, not the problem.
Battery Saver Active
This message appears when the system detects that
the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable
level. The battery saver system will start reducing certain
features of the vehicle that you may not be able to
notice. At the point that the features are disabled, this
message is displayed. It means that the vehicle is trying
to save the charge in the battery.
Turn off all unnecessary accessories to allow the battery
to recharge.The normal battery voltage range is 11.5 to 15.5 volts.
You can monitor battery voltage on the DIC by pressing
the INFO button until you nd BATTERY VOLTS
(Base audio system) or by selecting Battery Volts from
the Vehicle Information menu (Navigation system).
See “Vehicle Information menu” in the SRX
Entertainment and Navigation System owner’s manual
for more information.
Battery Voltage High
This message indicates that the electrical charging
system is overcharging the battery. When the system
detects that the battery voltage is above approximately
16 volts, this message will be displayed.
To reduce the charging overload, use the vehicle’s
accessories. Turn on the exterior lamps and radio, set the
climate control on AUTO and the fan speed on the
highest setting, and turn the rear window defogger on.
The normal battery voltage range is 11.5 to 15.5 volts
when the engine is running. You can monitor battery
voltage on the DIC by pressing the INFO button until you
nd BATTERY VOLTS (Base audio system) or by
selecting Battery Volts from the Vehicle Information
menu (Navigation system). See “Vehicle Information
menu” in the SRX Entertainment and Navigation System
owner’s manual for more information.
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Battery Voltage Low
This message will appear when the electrical system is
charging less than 10 volts or if the battery has been
drained.
If this message appears immediately after starting the
engine, it is possible that the generator can still recharge
the battery. The battery should recharge while driving but
may take a few hours to do so. Consider using an
auxiliary charger (be sure to follow the manufacturer’s
instructions) to boost the battery after returning home or
to a nal destination.
If this message appears while driving or after starting
your vehicle and stays on, have it checked immediately
to determine the cause of this problem.
To help the generator recharge the battery quickly,
you can reduce the load on the electrical system
by turning off the accessories.
The normal battery voltage range is 11.5 to 15.5 volts.
You can monitor battery voltage on the DIC by pressing
the INFO button until you nd BATTERY VOLTS
(Base audio system) or by selecting Battery Volts from
the Vehicle Information menu (Navigation system).
See “Vehicle Information menu” in the SRX
Entertainment and Navigation System owner’s manual
for more information.
Check Tire Pressure
This message indicates that one or more of the vehicle’s
tires are low. SeeStatus of Vehicle Systems on
page 3-53for information on checking your vehicle’s tire
pressures.
Check Oil Level
This message indicates that the oil level is low. See
Engine Oil on page 5-15for more information on
checking you engine oil.
Change Engine Oil
When this message comes on, it means that service is
required for your vehicle. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-15
andScheduled Maintenance on page 6-4for more
information.
When you reset the Change Engine Oil message by
clearing it from the display, you still must reset the
engine oil life monitor separately. For more information
on resetting the engine oil life monitor, seeEngine
Oil on page 5-15.
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Passenger Door Ajar
When this message appears on the display, it means
that the passenger’s side front door was not closed
completely. You should make sure that the door
is closed completely.
Personalization Off/Driver Identication
(Navigation System)
When this message appears, the personalization
features previously stored are turned off. If you want
your customized settings to be automatically recalled
when you use the remote keyless entry transmitter
or when you remove the key from the ignition,
you must enable them in the DIC. SeeDIC Vehicle
Personalization on page 3-73for more information.
This message is also used to identify the driver
(1, 2 or 3) on the Navigation system.
Right Rear Door Ajar
When this message appears on the display, it means
that the passenger’s side rear door was not closed
completely. You should check to make sure that
the door is closed completely.
Service AC (Air Conditioning) System
This message appears when the electronic sensors that
control the air conditioning and heating systems are
no longer working. Have the climate control system
serviced if you notice a drop in heating and air
conditioning efficiency.
Service Air Bag
There is a problem with the air bag system when this
message appears. Have your vehicle serviced by
a qualied technician at your dealership immediately.
SeeAir Bag Readiness Light on page 3-39for more
information.
Service Charging System
This message will display when a problem with the
charging system has been detected. Have your vehicle
serviced at your dealership.
Service Electrical System
This message will display if an electrical problem has
occurred within the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) or
the ignition switch. Have your vehicle serviced by
your dealership.
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DIC Vehicle Personalization
Your vehicle is equipped with personalization that allows
you to program certain features to a preferred setting
for up to two people. The number of programmable
features varies depending upon which model of
the vehicle is purchased.
On all vehicles, features such as climate control
settings, radio preset settings, exterior lighting at unlock,
remote lock and unlock conrmation, and automatic
door locks have already been programmed for
your convenience.
Some vehicles are equipped with additional features
that can be programmed including the seat and outside
rearview mirror position. The navigation system
screen preferences will remain at the last set position.
If your vehicle is equipped with the ability to program
additional personalization features, the driver’s
preferences are recalled by pressing the unlock button
on the remote keyless entry transmitter, 1 or 2, or
by pressing the appropriate memory button, 1 or 2,
located on the driver’s door. Certain features can
be programmed not to recall until the key is placed in
the ignition. To change feature preferences you
must use one of the following procedures.
Entering the Personalization Menu
To enter the feature programming mode, use one of the
following procedures:
Base Audio System
1. Turn the ignition to ON, but do not start the engine.
Make sure the vehicle is in PARK (P).
2. If your vehicle has memory settings, press the
appropriate memory button, 1 or 2, located on
the driver’s door armrest. The DIC display will show
either Driver 1 or 2 depending on which button
was selected.
3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob once to access the main
menu of the DIC.
4.
Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until SETUP is highlighted.
5. Press the TUNE/SEL knob once to access the
SETUP menu.
6. Scroll to the feature you want to change, and press
the TUNE/SEL knob to turn the feature on or off.
If the feature is turned on, a check mark will appear
next to the feature name.
If none of the personalization items are turned on,
turn on the personalization menu by pressing the
TUNE/SEL knob. The list of features will then appear,
and you can repeat Step 6.
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Navigation System
1. Turn the ignition to ON without the engine running.
Make sure the vehicle is in PARK (P).
2. If your vehicle has memory settings, press the
appropriate memory button, 1 or 2, located on
the driver’s door armrest. The DIC display will show
either Driver 1 or 2 depending on which button
was selected.
3. Press the Audio/Adjust button to the left of the
screen to enter the Main Audio menu.
4. Touch the Feature Programming button on the
screen.
5. Scroll to the item you want to change and press the
button next to the item to modify the item as
desired. If the item is turned on the color of the
ON button will be light blue. If the item is turned off
the color of the OFF button will be light blue.
If none of the personalization items are on, turn on the
personalization menu by pressing the ON button
next to personalization.
Personalization Features
The following choices are available for programming
using both the Base audio and Navigation systems
unless otherwise indicated.
Personalization Name
This feature allows you to type in a name that will
appear on the DIC display whenever the corresponding
remote keyless entry transmitter is used or one of
the buttons on the driver’s door armrest (1 or 2) is
pressed.
If a customized name is not programmed, the system
will show Driver 1 or Driver 2 to correspond with
the numbers on the back of the remote keyless entry
transmitters.
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