2004 CADILLAC SRX instrument panel

Liftgate
To unlock the liftgate from the outside, turn the key in
the driver’s door cylinder counterclockwise or use the
remote keyless entry transmitter. To lock the liftgate
using the key, turn the key clockwise in the driver’s door.
Open the liftgate using the handle located below the
license plate. Once slightly opened, the liftgate will rise
by itself.
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate
open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can
come into your vehicle. You can not see or
smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and
even death. If you must drive with the liftgate
CAUTION: (Continued)
CAUTION: (Continued)
open or if electrical wiring or other cable
connections must pass through the seal
between the body and the liftgate:
Make sure all other windows are shut.
Turn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed and select the
control setting that will force outside air
into your vehicle. SeeDual Climate Control
System on page 3-26.
If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the way.
SeeEngine Exhaust on page 2-33.
To close the liftgate, pull down on the handle, then
rmly shut the liftgate. Don’t drive with the liftgate open,
even slightly. SeeEngine Exhaust on page 2-33.
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Theft-Deterrent Systems
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent
features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it
impossible to steal.
Theft-Deterrent System
The security light is
located on the instrument
panel cluster.
If the ignition is off and a door is open, the security light
will ash, reminding you to arm the theft-deterrent system.
To arm the system, do the following:
1. Open the door.
2. Lock the door using the remote keyless entry
transmitter or the power door lock switch. The
security light should come on and stay on.
3. Close all the doors. The security light should go off
within approximately 30 seconds.If a door or a liftgate is opened without a key or a
remote keyless entry transmitter, the horn will sound
and the lamps will ash for up to 30 seconds.
The theft-deterrent system won’t arm if you lock the
doors with a key or use the manual door lock.
It activates only if you use the remote keyless entry
transmitter or the power door lock.
To avoid activating the alarm by accident do the
following:The vehicle should be locked with the door key or
the manual door lock after the doors are closed if
you don’t want to arm the theft-deterrent system.
Always unlock a door with a key or use the remote
keyless entry transmitter. Pressing the unlock button
on the remote keyless entry transmitter disarms the
theft-deterrent system. Unlocking a door any other
way while the system is armed will activate the alarm
when a door or the liftgate is opened.
If you activate the alarm by accident, unlock the driver’s
door with your key. You can also turn off the alarm by
using the unlock button on the remote keyless entry
transmitter, or by starting the vehicle with a valid key.
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Driver Shift Control (DSC)
Your automatic transmission has a Driver Shift Control
(DSC) feature that allows you to change gears similar to
a manual transmission. To use the DCS feature:
1. Slide the shift lever over from AUTOMATIC
OVERDRIVE (D) to the right DSC area.
When the transmission is
in DSC mode the sport
mode light in the
instrument panel cluster
will come on.
2. Press the shift lever forward to upshift or rearward
to downshift.
Also the odometer on the instrument panel cluster will
change to show gear range.While using the DSC feature the vehicle will have rmer
shifting and increased performance. You can use this
for sport driving or when climbing hills to stay in
gear longer or to down shift for more power.
The transmission will only allow you to shift into
gears appropriate for the vehicle speed and rpm.
The transmission will not automatically shift to the
next higher gear if the engine rpm is too high.
All-Wheel Drive
If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, engine
power is sent to all four wheels all the time.
This is like four-wheel drive, but it is fully automatic.
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Parking Brake
The parking brake pedal
is located on the lower
portion of the instrument
panel to the left of the
steering wheel.
To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal
down with your right foot and push the parking brake
pedal down with your left foot.
If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light on
the instrument panel cluster should come on. If it
doesn’t, you need to have your vehicle serviced.
SeeBrake System Warning Light on page 3-41for more
information.To release the parking brake, pull the release lever
located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument
panel.
Notice:Driving with the parking brake on can
overheat the brake system and cause premature
wear or damage to brake system parts. Verify that
the parking brake is fully released and the brake
warning light is off before driving.
A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set,
the ignition is on and the vehicle begins to move.
To stop the chime, fully release the parking brake.
If you are towing a trailer and parking on a hill,
seeTowing a Trailer on page 4-52for more information.
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Reprogramming a Single HomeLink®
Button
To program a device to HomeLink®using a HomeLink®
button previously trained, follow these steps:
1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink
®button.
Do not release the button.
2. The indicator light will begin to ash after
20 seconds. While still holding the HomeLink
®
button, proceed with Step 2 under “Programming
HomeLink®.”
Resetting Defaults
To reset HomeLink®to default settings do the following:
1. Hold down the two outside buttons for about
20 seconds until the indicator light begins to ash.
2. Continue to hold both buttons until the HomeLink
®
indicator light turns off.
3. Release both buttons.
For questions or comments, contact HomeLink
®at
1-800-355-3515, or on the internet at
www.homelink.com.
Storage Areas
Glove Box
The glove box is located in front of the passenger’s seat
on the instrument panel. To lock the glove box door,
insert your key into the lock cylinder and turn it
clockwise. Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock
the door.
Cupholder(s)
Your vehicle has cupholders located between the front
seats. Slide the cover back to expose them. There are
also cupholders in the armrest of the second row
seat. Press the panel on the front of the armrest to
expose the cupholders. On the outboard sides of
the third row there may also be cupholders.
Cell Phone Storage Area
Your vehicle has a closeable cell phone/sunglasses
storage area inside both of the front doors. Press
the button to open the door.
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Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Other Warning Devices...................................3-7
Horn.............................................................3-7
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-7
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-8
Windshield Wiper Lever.................................3-14
Cruise Control..............................................3-17
Exterior Lamps.............................................3-18
Interior Lamps..............................................3-20
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)............3-22
Accessory Power Outlets...............................3-24
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter........................3-25
Climate Controls............................................3-26
Dual Climate Control System..........................3-26
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-31
Rear Air Conditioning System.........................3-33
Passenger Compartment Air Filter...................3-34
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-35
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-36
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-37
Tachometer.................................................3-38
Safety Belt Reminder Light.............................3-39Air Bag Readiness Light................................3-39
Charging System Light..................................3-40
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-41
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light.............3-42
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light......3-42
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light........3-43
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................3-43
Tire Pressure Light.......................................3-44
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-44
Oil Pressure Light.........................................3-48
Sport Mode Light..........................................3-49
Security Light...............................................3-49
Fog Lamp Light............................................3-49
Lights On Reminder......................................3-49
Cruise Control Light......................................3-50
Highbeam On Light.......................................3-50
Fuel Gage...................................................3-50
Driver Information Center (DIC).......................3-51
System Controls...........................................3-51
Status of Vehicle Systems.............................3-53
DIC Main Menu............................................3-60
DIC Warnings and Messages.........................3-64
DIC Vehicle Personalization............................3-73
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Audio System(s).............................................3-93
Setting the Time...........................................3-93
Radio with CD..............................................3-94
Navigation/Radio System..............................3-110
Rear Seat Entertainment System...................3-110
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-123Audio Steering Wheel Controls......................3-124
Radio Reception.........................................3-125
Care of Your CDs and DVDs........................3-126
Care of Your CD and DVD Player.................3-126
Diversity Antenna System.............................3-126
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............3-127
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Instrument Panel Overview
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