CADILLAC SRX 2004 1.G Owners Manual

Front Axle
When to Check and Change Lubricant
It is not necessary to regularly check the front axle uid
unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an
unusual noise. A uid loss could indicate a problem.
Have it inspected and repaired.
How to Check Lubricant
A. Drain Plug B. Filler Plug
To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a
level surface.
If the level is below the bottom of the ller plug hole,
you may need to add some lubricant.
What to Use
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of lubricant to use. SeeRecommended Fluids
and Lubricants on page 6-13.
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Bulb Replacement
For the proper type of replacement bulb, see
Replacement Bulbs on page 5-58.
For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this
section, contact your dealer.
High Intensity Discharge (HID)
Lighting
{CAUTION:
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 qualied technician service them.
Your vehicle may have HID headlamps. After your
vehicle’s HID headlamp bulb has been replaced, you
may notice that the beam is a slightly different
shade than it was originally. This is normal.
Halogen Bulbs
{CAUTION:
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside
and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
You or others could be injured. Be sure to read
and follow the instructions on the bulb
package.
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Headlamps, Sidemarker, and
Parking Lamps
If your vehicle has halogen headlamps, you can replace
the bulbs using the following procedure. Use this
procedure to replace the front sidemarker and parking
lamp bulbs also.
If you only need to change the sidemarker bulb, there is
an alternate procedure. SeeSidemarker Lamps on
page 5-57.
To remove the headlamp assembly from the vehicle and
access the bulbs, follow these steps:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on page 5-11
for more information.
2. Use a tool to remove all of the fasteners along the
top surface of the front fascia.
3. Use a tool to remove the one screw and
one retainer on top of the headlamp assembly.
4. Gently pull the front fascia away from the headlamp
assembly and remove the screw attached to the
bracket located at the lower inboard side of
the headlamp assembly.5. Pull the headlamp assembly straight out to
disengage the snap in the retainer at the lower
outboard back surface of the assembly and then
turn the lamp so that the inboard corner clears the
front fascia and pull the lamp out
6. Remove the electrical harness connector from the
back side of the headlamp assembly access cap.
To replace the headlamp high and/or low beam bulb(s),
do the following:
1. Remove the three Torx
®screws on the back of the
access cap.
2. You can now access the low and high beam bulbs.
Turn the low beam (upper) bulb socket
one-eighth turn counterclockwise to remove it from
the assembly. Turn the high beam (lower) bulb
socket one-eighth turn clockwise to remove it from
the assembly.
3. Replace the bulb. SeeReplacement Bulbs on
page 5-58for the proper bulb number.
4. Reinstall the three Torx
®screws while making sure
the access cap seal gasket is located in the access
cap seal channel.
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5. Replace the lower outboard plastic snap-in retainer
in the fender bracket, if needed.
6. Reconnect the electrical harness at the back side of
the headlamp assembly.
7. Push the headlamp assembly straight into the
vehicle engaging the headlamp pin into the
snap-in retainer and adjusting the lamp inboard side
to clear past the front fascia.
8. Reinstall the two fasteners on top of the headlamp
assembly.
9. Reinstall the screw at the lower inboard side of the
headlamp assembly through the hole in the bracket
into the headlamp.
10. Reinstall the fasteners along the top surface of the
front fascia.
To replace the sidemarker and/or parking lamp bulb(s),
do the following:
1. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it
from the assembly.
2. Replace the bulb. SeeReplacement Bulbs on
page 5-58for the proper bulb number.
3. To reinstall the headlamp assembly, reverse
Steps 5 through 10 of the procedure listed
previously.Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps
To replace the front turn signal and/or fog lamp bulb(s),
do the following:
1. Remove the protection shield located on the
underside of the front of the vehicle by pulling
out the push-pins located on the underside of the
shield. If you are replacing a bulb on the
passenger’s side, also use a tool to remove the
fasteners that attach the front fascia extension panel
in the wheelhouse.
2. Remove the two screws located on the inboard side
and bottom of the lamp assembly that attach the
lamp assembly to the front fascia.
3. Remove the lamp assembly from the front fascia by
rotating the lamp assembly rearward to disengage
the outboard hooks of the lamp from the slots
in the front fascia.
4. Disconnect the electrical harness connector from
the back side of the lamp assembly.
5. Remove the six Torx
®screws located on the
access cap.
6. If you are replacing the fog lamp bulb, disconnect
the electrical connector from the back of the bulb
socket.
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7. Turn the bulb socket one-quarter turn
counterclockwise to remove it from the assembly.
8. Replace the bulb. SeeReplacement Bulbs on
page 5-58for the proper bulb number.
9. Reverse Steps 1 through 7 to reinstall the bulb
socket and access cap.
Sidemarker Lamps
This procedure is for replacing the sidemarker bulb only.
If you need to replace the parking lamp bulb or
halogen headlamp as well, seeHeadlamps, Sidemarker,
and Parking Lamps on page 5-55.
1. Use a tool to remove the fasteners that attach the
front fascia extension panel in the wheelhouse.
2. Reach forward past the wheelhouse to the front
sidemarker socket in the outboard side of the
headlamp assembly.
3. Rotate the front sidemarker socket one-eighth turn
counterclockwise to remove it.
4. Replace the bulb. SeeReplacement Bulbs on
page 5-58for the proper bulb number.
5. Reinstall the socket to the headlamp assembly.
6. Replace the fasteners that attach the front fascia
extension panel in the wheelhouse.
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
(CHMSL)
It is recommended that this component be replaced as
a unit. See your dealer.
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps
and Sidemarker Lamps
It is recommended that this component be replaced as
a unit. See your dealer.
Back-Up and License Plate Lamps
To replace the back-up and/or license plate lamps, use
the following procedure:
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Remove the liftgate trim panel on the interior of the
liftgate by pulling the trim panel snap-in fasteners
out of the retainers and also by using a tool to
remove the screw on the bottom right side of the
trim panel.
3. Disconnect the courtesy lamp electrical connector
on the trim panel.
4. Use a tool to remove the ve nuts on the back of
the license plate applique assembly.
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5. Remove the license plate applique assembly from
the liftgate by pulling the assembly rearward to
disengage the two snap-in retainer clips at the back
of the license plate applique assembly near the
liftgate panel.
6. For the back-up lamp, turn the bulb socket
one-quarter turn counterclockwise to remove.
For the license lamp, slide the license lamp
assembly out of the license plate applique
assembly, and turn the bulb socket one-quarter turn
counterclockwise to remove.
7. Replace the bulb. SeeReplacement Bulbs on
page 5-58for the proper bulb number.
8. Reverse Steps 1 through 6 to reinstall the license
plate applique assembly.Replacement Bulbs
For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer.
Exterior Lamp Bulb Number
Back-Up Lamp 3157KX
Fog Lamp 9145
Front Sidemarker W5WLL
Front Turn Signal Lamp/DRLGM Part
No. 10319395
Headlamp High-Beam 9005XS LL
Headlamp Low-Beam 9006XS LL
Parking Lamp
With Halogen Low Beam W5WLL
With HID Low Beam W5W B50X2
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Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least
twice a year for wear or cracking. SeeOwner Checks
and Services on page 6-9.
It’s a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade
assembly on a regular basis or when worn. For proper
windshield wiper blade length and type, seeNormal
Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-15.
To replace the wiper blade assembly, do the following:
1. Turn the ignition to ON with the engine off.
2. Turn on the windshield wipers and turn them off
again when the wipers are in the out-wipe position.
The driver’s side blade will be straight up and
down on the windshield.
3. Pull the windshield wiper assembly away from the
windshield.4. Lift the wiper blade assembly up so it is in a
T-shaped position. You should be able to see a tab.
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Notice:Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the
windshield when no wiper blade is installed
could damage the windshield. Any damage that
occurs would not be covered by your warranty.
Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the
windshield.
5. Squeeze the tab together and pull the wiper blade
assembly down far enough to release it from the
J-hooked end of the wiper arm. Slide the assembly
away from the arm.
6. Replace the blade with a new one.
7. Reinstall the wiper blade assembly by sliding it over
the wiper arm to engage the J-hooked end. Pull up
on the assembly to lock it into place.
8. Repeat the steps for the other wiper.
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Tires
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by
a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions
about your tire warranty and where to obtain service,
see your GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional
information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet
included with your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual.
{CAUTION:
Poorly maintained and improperly used tires
are dangerous.
Overloading your tires can cause
overheating as a result of too much
friction. You could have an air-out and a
serious accident. See “Loading Your
Vehicle” in the Index.
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Underinated tires pose the same danger
as overloaded tires. The resulting accident
could cause serious injury. Check all tires
frequently to maintain the recommended
pressure. Tire pressure should be checked
when your tires are cold.
Overinated tires are more likely to be
cut, punctured or broken by a sudden
impact — such as when you hit a pothole.
Keep tires at the recommended pressure.
Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If
your tread is badly worn, or if your tires
have been damaged, replace them.
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Winter Tires
If you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roads
often, you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle.
All season tires provide good overall performance on
most surfaces but they may not offer the traction
you would like or the same level of performance as
winter tires on roads covered with snow or ice.
See your dealer for details regarding winter tire
availability and proper tire selection. Also, seeBuying
New Tires on page 5-72.
If you choose to use snow tires:
Use tires of the same brand and tread type on all
four wheel positions.
Use only radial ply tires of the same size,
load range and speed rating as your original
equipment tires.
Winter tires with the same speed rating as your original
equipment tires may not be available for H, V, W
and ZR speed rated tires. If you choose snow tires with
a lower speed rating, never exceed the tire’s maximum
speed capability.
Tire Sidewall Labeling
Useful information about a tire is molded into its
sidewall. The examples below show a typical P-Metric
and compact spare tire sidewall.
(A) Tire Size:The tire size code is a combination of
letters and numbers used to dene a particular
tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and
service description. See the “Tire Size Code” illustration
later in this section for more detail.P-Metric Tire Example
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