CADILLAC SRX 2007 1.G Owners Manual

AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL OFF
This message displays when the automatic
headlamps are turned off.
AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ON
This message displays when the automatic
headlamps are turned on.
BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE
This message displays when the system detects
that the battery voltage is dropping below expected
levels. The battery saver system starts reducing
certain features of the vehicle that you may 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 Driver Information Center (DIC) by
pressing the trip/fuel button until BATTERY
VOLTAGE is displayed.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
When this message displays, it means that service
is required for your vehicle. See your dealer.
SeeEngine Oil on page 360andScheduled
Maintenance on page 471for more information.
When you reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
message by clearing it from the display, you still
must reset the engine oil life system separately.
For more information on resetting the engine oil life
system, seeEngine Oil Life System on page 363.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
If your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)
system, this message displays when the tire
pressure in one of the tires needs to be checked.
This message also displays LEFT FRONT,
RIGHT FRONT, LEFT REAR, or RIGHT REAR to
indicate which tire needs to be checked. You
can receive more than one tire pressure message
at a time. To read the other messages that
may have been sent at the same time, press the
set/reset button. If a tire pressure message
appears on the DIC, stop as soon as you can.
Have the tire pressures checked and set to those
shown on the Tire Loading Information label.
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SeeTires on page 398,Loading Your Vehicle on
page 322, andInation - Tire Pressure on
page 407. The DIC display also shows the tire
pressure values for the front and rear tires
by pressing the vehicle information button. See
DIC Controls and Displays on page 215. If the tire
pressure is low, the low tire pressure warning
light comes on. SeeTire Pressure Light on
page 207.
CRUISE SET TO XXX MPH (km/h)
This message displays whenever the cruise control
is set. SeeCruise Control on page 174for more
information.
DRIVER DOOR OPEN
This message displays when the driver’s door is
not closed completely. Make sure that the
driver’s door is closed completely.
ENGINE HOT – A/C
(Air Conditioning) OFF
This message displays when the engine coolant
becomes hotter than the normal operating
temperature. SeeEngine Coolant Temperature
Gage on page 207. To avoid added strain on a hot
engine, the air conditioning compressor
automatically turns off. When the coolant
temperature returns to normal, the air conditioning
compressor turns back on. You can continue to
drive your vehicle.
If this message continues to appear, have the
system repaired by your dealer as soon as
possible to avoid damage to the engine.
ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while the
engine is overheating, severe engine damage
may occur. If an overheat warning appears on
the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop
the vehicle as soon as possible. Do not increase
the engine speed above normal idling speed.
SeeEngine Overheating on page 372for more
information.
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This message displays when the engine coolant
temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle
to idle until it cools down. SeeEngine Coolant
Temperature Warning Light on page 206.
SeeOverheated Engine Protection Operating
Mode on page 374for information on driving to a
safe place in an emergency.
ENGINE POWER REDUCED
This message displays when the engine power is
being reduced to protect the engine from damage.
There could be several malfunctions that might
cause this message. Reduced engine power can
affect the vehicle’s ability to accelerate. If this
message is on, but there is no reduction in
performance, proceed to your destination. The
performance may be reduced the next time the
vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven at a
reduced speed while this message is on, but
acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime
this message stays on, the vehicle should be taken
to your dealer for service as soon as possible.
FUEL LEVEL LOW
This symbol appears
with this message.
This message displays when your vehicle is low
on fuel. Rell the fuel tank as soon as possible. A
single chime sounds when this message is
displayed. SeeFilling the Tank on page 352.
ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE
This message displays when the outside
temperature is cold enough to create icy road
conditions. Adjust your driving accordingly.
LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN
This message displays when the driver’s side rear
door is not closed completely. Make sure that
the door is closed completely.
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OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while
the engine oil pressure is low, severe engine
damage may occur. If a low oil pressure
warning appears on the instrument panel
cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon as
possible. Do not drive the vehicle until the
cause of the low oil pressure is corrected. See
Engine Oil on page 360for more information.
This message displays when the vehicle’s
engine oil pressure is low. The oil pressure light
may also appear on the instrument panel
cluster. SeeOil Pressure Light on page 211.
A multiple chime sounds when this message is
displayed. SeeEngine Oil on page 360for
more information.
Stop the vehicle immediately, as engine damage
can result from driving a vehicle with low oil
pressure. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer
as soon as possible when this message is
displayed.
PARKING ASSIST OFF
If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear Parking
Assist (URPA) system, after the vehicle has been
started, this message displays to reminder the
driver that the URPA system has been turned off.
Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this
message and clear it from the DIC display. To turn
the URPA system back on, see″PARKING
ASSIST″underDIC Controls and Displays on
page 215. SeeUltrasonic Rear Parking Assist
(URPA) on page 184for more information.
PASSENGER DOOR OPEN
This message displays when the passenger’s side
front door is not closed completely. Make sure
that the door is closed completely.
REAR ACCESS OPEN
This message displays when the liftgate is not
closed completely. Make sure that the liftgate is
closed completely.
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REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE
This message displays while you are matching a
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to
your vehicle. See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your
Vehicle” underRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation on page 96andDIC Controls
and Displays on page 215for more information.
REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
This message displays when the battery in
your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter
needs to be replaced. To replace the battery, see
“Battery Replacement” underRemote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 96.
RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN
This message displays when the passenger’s side
rear door is not closed completely. Make sure
that the door is closed completely.
SERVICE AIR BAG
This message displays when there is a problem
with the airbag system. Have your vehicle serviced
by your dealer immediately. SeeAirbag Readiness
Light on page 201for more information.
SERVICE A/C SYSTEM
This message displays when the air delivery mode
door or the electronic sensors that control the
air conditioning and heating systems are no longer
working. Have the climate control system
serviced by your dealer if you notice a drop in
heating and air conditioning efficiency.
SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING
SYSTEM
This message displays when there is a problem
with the generator and battery charging systems.
Driving with this problem could drain the battery.
Turn off all unnecessary accessories. Stop
and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so. Have the electrical system checked by your
dealer. Under certain conditions, the charging
system light may also turn on in the instrument
panel cluster. SeeCharging System Light on
page 204for more information.
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SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST
This message displays if there is a problem with
the brake system. The brake system warning
light and the anti-lock brake system warning light
may also display on the instrument panel
cluster. SeeBrake System Warning Light on
page 204andAnti-Lock Brake System Warning
Light on page 205for more information. If this
happens, stop as soon as possible and turn off the
vehicle. Restart the vehicle and check for the
message on the DIC display. If the message
displays or appears again when you begin driving,
the brake system needs service. See your
dealer as soon as possible. SeeBrakes on
page 381for more information.
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM
This message displays, while the ignition is on,
when the brake uid level is low. The brake system
warning light on the instrument panel cluster
also comes on. SeeBrake System Warning Light
on page 204for more information. Have the
brake system serviced by your dealer as soon as
possible.
SERVICE PARKING ASSIST
If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear Parking
Assist (URPA) system, this message displays
if there is a problem with the URPA system. Do
not use this system to help you park. See
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) on
page 184for more information. See your dealer
for service.
SERVICE POWER STEERING
Your vehicle may have a speed variable assist
steering system. SeeSteering on page 285.
This message displays if a problem is detected
with the speed variable assist steering system.
When this message is displayed, you may notice
that the effort required to steer the vehicle
decreases or feels lighter, but you will still be able
to steer the vehicle.
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SERVICE STABILITRAK
This message displays if there has been a
problem detected with the StabiliTrak®system.
If this message comes on while you are driving,
pull off the road as soon as possible and stop
carefully. Try resetting the system by turning the
ignition off then back on. If this message still stays
on or comes back on again while you are
driving, your vehicle needs service. Have the
StabiliTrak
®system inspected by your dealer as
soon as possible. SeeStabiliTrak®System
on page 283for more information.
SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS (System)
This message displays when the magnetic
ride control or automatic leveling control system is
not operating properly. Have your vehicle
serviced by your dealer.
SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM
This message displays when there is a problem
with the theft-deterrent system programmed in the
key. A fault has been detected in the system
which means that the system is disabled and it is
not protecting the vehicle. The vehicle usually
restarts; however, you may want to take the
vehicle to your dealer before turning off the engine.
SeePASS-Key
®III+ Operation on page 114for
more information.
SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM
If your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)
system, this message displays if a part on the
system is not working properly. If you drive your
vehicle while any of the four sensors are
missing or inoperable, the warning comes on in
about 10 minutes. A sensor would be missing, for
example, if you put different wheels on your
vehicle without transferring the sensors. If the
warning comes on and stays on, there may be a
problem with the TPM. See your dealer.
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SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL
This message displays when there is a problem
with the Traction Control System (TCS). When this
message displays, the system will not limit
wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. See
your dealer for service. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 281for more information.
SERVICE TRANSMISSION
This message displays when there is a problem
with the vehicle’s transmission. Have your vehicle
serviced by your dealer.
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
This message displays when a non-emissions
related malfunction occurs. Have your vehicle
serviced by your dealer as soon as possible.
SPEED LIMITED TO XXX MPH (km/h)
This message displays when your vehicle speed is
limited to 80 mph (128 km/h) because the
vehicle detects a problem in the speed variable
assist steering, magnetic ride control, or automatic
leveling control systems. Have your vehicle
serviced by your dealer.
STABILITRAK NOT READY
This message may display and the Traction
Control System and StabiliTrak®Warning Light on
the instrument panel cluster may be on after
rst driving the vehicle and exceeding 19 mph
(30 km/h) for 30 seconds. The StabiliTrak
®system
is not functional until the light has turned off.
SeeStabiliTrak
®System on page 283for more
information.
STABILITRAK OFF
This message displays when you turn off
StabiliTrak®, or when the stability control has been
automatically disabled. To limit wheel spin and
realize the full benets of the stability
enhancement system, you should normally leave
StabiliTrak
®on. However, you should turn
StabiliTrak®off if your vehicle gets stuck in sand,
mud, ice, or snow and you want to rock your
vehicle to attempt to free it, or if you are driving in
extreme off-road conditions and require more
wheel spin. SeeIf Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand,
Mud, Ice, or Snow on page 321. To turn the
StabiliTrak
®system on or off, seeStabiliTrak®
System on page 283.
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There are several conditions that can cause this
message to appear.
One condition is overheating, which could
occur if StabiliTrak®activates continuously
for an extended period of time.
The message also displays if the brake
system warning light is on. SeeBrake System
Warning Light on page 204.
The message could display if the stability
system takes longer than usual to complete its
diagnostic checks due to driving conditions.
The message displays if an engine or vehicle
related problem has been detected and the
vehicle needs service. See your dealer.
The message turns off as soon as the conditions
that caused the message to be displayed are
no longer present.
STARTING DISABLED SERVICE
THROTTLE
This message displays when your vehicle’s throttle
system is not functioning properly. Have your
vehicle serviced by your dealer.
THEFT ATTEMPTED
This symbol appears
with this message.
This message displays if the theft-deterrent
system has detected a break-in attempt while you
were away from your vehicle. SeeTheft-Deterrent
System on page 112for more information.
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TIGHTEN GAS CAP
This message displays when the fuel cap has not
been fully tightened. Recheck the fuel cap to
ensure that it is on and tightened properly.
TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
If your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)
system, this message displays when the system
is re-learning the tire positions on your vehicle.
SeeTire Pressure Monitor System on page 410.
The tire positions must be re-learned after rotating
the tires or after replacing a tire or sensor. See
Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 414
andInation - Tire Pressure on page 407for more
information.
TRACTION CONTROL OFF
This message displays when the Traction Control
System (TCS) is turned off. Adjust your driving
accordingly. SeeTraction Control System
(TCS) on page 281for more information.
TRACTION CONTROL ON
This message displays when the Traction Control
System (TCS) is turned on. SeeTraction
Control System (TCS) on page 281for more
information.
TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE
This message displays when the transmission uid
in your vehicle is too hot. Stop the vehicle and
allow it to idle until the transmission cools down or
until this message is removed.
TURN SIGNAL ON
This message displays as a reminder to turn off
the turn signal if you drive your vehicle for
more than about 1 mile (1.6 km) with a turn signal
on. A multiple chime sounds when this message
is displayed.
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