CADILLAC SRX 2004 1.G Owners Manual

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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Service Fuel System
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) has detected a
problem within the fuel system when this message
appears. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealership.
Service Idle Control
A problem with the idle control has occurred when this
message displays. Have your vehicle serviced by
your dealership.
Service Stability System Message
Your vehicle is equipped with a vehicle stability
enhancement system called Stabilitrak®.
SeeStabilitrak
®System on page 4-11. The Service
Stability System message will be displayed if there has
been a problem detected with Stabilitrak
®.
If the Service Stability System 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 the Service Stability
System message still stays on or comes back on again
while you are driving, your vehicle needs service.
Have the Stabilitrak
®System inspected as soon as
possible.
Stability System Engaged Message
The Stability System Engaged message will be
displayed any time Stabilitrak®is actively assisting you
with directional control of the vehicle. Slippery road
conditions may exist when this message is displayed,
so adjust your driving accordingly. This message
may stay on for a few seconds after Stabilitrak
®stops
assisting you with directional control of the vehicle.
Stability System Off Message
The Stability System Off message will be displayed any
time you turn off Stabilitrak®using the TC (traction
control) on/off button. SeeTraction Control System
(TCS) on page 4-9for more information. When this
message has been displayed, Stabilitrak
®is no longer
available to assist you with directional control of the
vehicle. Adjust your driving accordingly.
Stability System Ready Message
The Stability System Ready message will be displayed
any time you turn back on Stabilitrak®using the TC
(traction control) on/off button. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 4-9for more information.
When this message has been displayed, Stabilitrak
®is
ready to assist you with directional control of the
vehicle if needed.
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Service Steering System
Your vehicle may be equipped with a speed variable
assist steering system. SeeSteering on page 4-12.
The Service Steering System message will be displayed
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 increases or feels “heavier,” but you will still
be able to steer the vehicle.
Service Suspension System
This message is displayed to indicate that the suspension
system is not operating properly. Have your vehicle
serviced at your dealership.
Service Theft System
This message means there is a problem with the
Immobilizer. SeeImmobilizer on page 2-18for more
information. A fault has been detected in the system
which means that the system is disabled and is
not protecting the vehicle. The vehicle usually restarts,
however, you may want to take your vehicle to your
dealer before turning off the engine.
Service Tire Monitor System
This message will appear if the Tire Pressure Monitor
(TPM) system is not working properly. Have your vehicle
serviced at the dealership as soon as possible.
Service Transmission
There is a problem with the transmission of your
vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced at your dealership.
Service Vehicle Soon
This message is displayed when a non-emissions
related powertrain malfunction occurs. Have your vehicle
serviced at your dealership as soon as possible.
Starting Disabled – Remove Key
This message will appear when the vehicle
theft-deterrent system detects that an improper ignition
key is being used to try to start the vehicle. Check the
ignition key for damage. If it is damaged, it may need to
be replaced. If it is not damaged, remove the key and
try to start the vehicle again. If it still does not start,
try another ignition key or have your vehicle serviced at
your dealership.
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Starting Disabled – Throttle Problem
This message appears when your vehicle’s throttle
system is not functioning properly. Have your vehicle
serviced at your dealership.
Theft Attempted
This message is displayed if the content theft-deterrent
system has detected a break-in attempt while you
were away from your vehicle.
Top Speed – Fuel Cut Off
This message will appear when the Engine Control
Module (ECM) detects that the maximum speed for your
vehicle has been reached. Your vehicle’s top speed is
based on the top speed rating of the tires. This ensures
that your vehicle stays in a safe operating range for
the tires.
Traction Engaged
This message will appear when the traction control
system is actively limiting wheel spin. Slippery
road conditions may exist if this message is displayed,
so adjust your driving accordingly. The message will
stay on for a few seconds after the traction control
system stops limiting wheel spin. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 4-9for more information.
Traction Suspended
This message will appear when the traction control
system has been temporarily shut off because
your vehicle’s brakes have overheated. This message
does not indicate a problem with your vehicle’s
traction control system. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 4-9for more information.
Trans (Transmission) Hot – Idle Engine
This message indicates that 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
If you drive your vehicle for more than about 1 mile
(1.6 km) with a turn signal on, this message will appear
as a reminder to turn off the turn signal. A multiple
chime will sound when this message is displayed.
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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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To program a name, use one of the following procedures:
To customize the name using the Base audio system,
do the following:
1. Enter the Personalization menu by following the
instructions listed previously.
2. Select the PERSONALIZATION NAME menu item
by pressing the TUNE/SEL knob once.
You will see a cursor on the screen.
3. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until you reach the rst
letter you want; the letter will be highlighted. There is
a complete alphabet with both upper and lower case
letters and the numbers zero through nine. Also
included are spaces and other non-letter characters
such as the ampersand (&).
4. Press the TUNE/SEL knob once to select the letter.
The letter will then appear on the display.
If you make a mistake, press the TUNE/SEL knob
repeatedly to cycle through all the characters
until you reach the character you wish to change.
5. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 until the name you want is
complete. You can program up to 16 characters.To customize the name using the Navigation system,
do the following:
1. Enter the Personalization menu by following the
instructions listed previously.
2. Scroll to the PERSONALIZATION NAME menu item
and press the EDIT button next to it.
3. A keyboard will appear on the screen. Use it to
enter the desired name, up to 20 characters.
4. When you are done entering the name press the
ENTER button on the bottom of the screen.
The name you selected is now set. You can either exit
the programming mode by following the instructions
later in this section or program the next feature available
on your vehicle.
Congure Display Keys
(Base Audio System)
This feature allows you to customize the functions of the
four soft keys located to the left and right of the audio
display. See “Congurable Radio Display Keys”
underRadio with CD on page 3-94for programming
information.
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Remote Recall Memory/Recall Driving
Positions
If your vehicle has the optional memory package,
you will have this feature. When this feature is turned
on, you can recall any previously programmed seat,
adjustable pedals and mirror controls when the unlock
button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is
pressed.
Programmable Modes
Mode 1:ON
Mode 2:OFF
Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was
programmed to Mode 2. The mode to which the
vehicle was programmed may have been changed since
it left the factory. To program the vehicle to a different
mode, use one of the following procedures:
To change the mode using the Base audio system,
do the following:
1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP
menu following the instructions listed previously.
2. Scroll to REMOTE RECALL MEMORY to highlight it.3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth
between on and off.
When the mode is turned on, a check mark will
appear next to the feature name.
To change the mode using the Navigation system,
do the following:
1. Enter the Personalization menu by following the
instructions listed previously.
2. Scroll to REMOTE RECALL MEMORY and press
the ON or OFF button next to it 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 REMOTE RECALL MEMORY is turned on, this
will also turn off REMOTE EXIT RECALL and
KEY IN RECALL MEMORY if they are not already
turned off.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit
the programming mode by following the instructions
later in this section or program the next feature available
on your vehicle.
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Remote Exit Recall
If your vehicle has the optional memory package,
you will have this feature. When this feature is turned
on, you can recall any previously programmed exit
position for the driver’s seat when the unlock button on
the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed.
Programmable Modes
Mode 1:ON
Mode 2:OFF
Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was
programmed to Mode 2. The mode to which the
vehicle was programmed may have been changed since
it left the factory. To program the vehicle to a different
mode, use one of the following procedures:
To change the mode using the Base audio system,
do the following:
1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP
menu following the instructions listed previously.
2. Scroll to REMOTE EXIT RECALL to highlight it.3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth
between on and off.
When the mode is turned on, a check mark will
appear next to the feature name.
To change the mode using the Navigation system,
do the following:
1. Enter the Personalization menu by following the
instructions listed previously.
2. Scroll to REMOTE EXIT RECALL and press the ON
or OFF button next to it 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 REMOTE EXIT RECALL is turned on, this will
also turn off REMOTE RECALL MEMORY if it is not
already turned off.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit
the programming mode by following the instructions
later in this section or program the next feature available
on your vehicle.
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Key in Recall Memory
If your vehicle has the optional memory package,
you will have this feature. When this feature is turned
on, you can recall any previously programmed seat
and mirror positions when the key is inserted into the
ignition.
Programmable Modes
Mode 1:ON
Mode 2:OFF
Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was
programmed to Mode 2. The mode to which the
vehicle was programmed may have been changed since
it left the factory. To program the vehicle to a different
mode, use one of the following procedures:
To change the mode using the Base audio system,
do the following:
1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP
menu following the instructions listed previously.
2. Scroll to KEY IN RECALL MEMORY to highlight it.3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth
between on and off.
When the mode is turned on, a check mark will
appear next to the feature name.
To change the mode using the Navigation system,
do the following:
1. Enter the Personalization menu by following the
instructions listed previously.
2. Scroll to KEY IN RECALL MEMORY and press the
ON or OFF button next to it 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 KEY IN RECALL MEMORY is turned on, this will
also turn off REMOTE RECALL MEMORY if it is
not already turned off.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit
the programming mode by following the instructions
later in this section or program the next feature available
on your vehicle.
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