2004 CADILLAC SRX roof

Steering Column Ignition Lock Release
If your vehicle has a dead battery or a battery with
low voltage, you can still release the ignition lock and
remove the key. Use the following procedure to release
the steering column:
1. Locate the plastic screw head on the underside of
the plastic cover for the steering column.
2. Insert a at, thin object into the slot and turn it until
the plastic piece detaches from the steering column
cover.3. Insert a narrow, pointed object into the hole in the
steering column cover and press the spring.
4. Then, turn the ignition switch to OFF and remove
the key.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
The following accessories on your vehicle may be used
for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned
from ON to OFF:
Radio
Power Windows
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Sunroof
Power to these accessories stops after 10 minutes
or if a door is opened. If you want power for another
10 minutes, close all the doors and turn the ignition key
to ON and then back to OFF.
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If you have the luggage carrier, you can load things on
top of your vehicle. The luggage carrier has side
rails attached to the roof. You can get sliding crossrails
through your dealer to use for tying things down.
These let you load some things on top of your vehicle,
as long as they are not wider or longer than the
luggage carrier.
Convenience Net
The convenience net attaches to the oor or back wall
of the rear of the vehicle using six anchor points.
The net can be used like a hammock across the rear of
the vehicle or hooked on the oor. Put small loads,
like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them
from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts
and stops.
The net is not for larger, heavier loads. Store them in
the rear of the vehicle as far forward as you can.
Cargo Cover
If your vehicle has a cargo cover, you can use it to
cover items in the rear of the vehicle. Pull the cover from
the passenger’s side to the driver’s side and slide the
ends into the slots to secure it. When it is not in
use, take the ends out of the slots and allow the cover
to roll back up.
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Cargo Management System
Your vehicle may have a cargo management system.
It provides extra storage space for the rear of the
vehicle.
The cargo management system has three compartments.
The one closest to the front of the vehicle opens from
behind the second row. The center compartment has a
divider. The compartment closest to the rear of the
vehicle has a removable storage bin.
Sunroof
Sunroof (UltraView)
{CAUTION:
People who are in a crash and not wearing a
safety belt properly can suffer much worse
injuries. They can hit things inside the vehicle
or be ejected from it, and be seriously injured
or killed. This is true for any vehicle occupant,
in any motor vehicle, but if you have the
Ultraview roof it is, if anything, even more
important. In a rollover or other crash, the
Ultraview roof can be damaged or destroyed.
People who are unbelted would then be at
even greater risk of being ejected from the
vehicle. Always fasten your safety belt, and
check that your passengers’ belts are fastened
properly too.
Your vehicle may have a single sunroof over the rst
two rows of seats.
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The sunroof/sunshade
switches are located in the
headliner between the
driver and front passenger.
One switch operates the sunroof and the other switch
operates the sunshade.
Press the back of the sunroof switch to open the
sunroof. If you press the switch to the rst detent the
sunroof will express open to a comfort stop. Press
the switch to the second detent to express open the roof
all of the way. Press the front of the switch to close
the sunroof. The rst detent will close it manually and
the second detent will express close the roof.
Press the back of the sunshade switch to open the
sunshade. Press the front of the switch to close
the sunshade. The sunshade can not be closed further
than the glass panel.Anti-Pinch Feature
If an object is in the path of the sunroof when it is
closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and
stop the sunroof from closing at the point of the
obstruction. The sunroof will then reverse. To close the
sunroof once it has re-opened, remove the obstruction
and press the front of the sunroof switch.
Resynchronization
To resynchronize the glass and sunshade, do the
following.
1. With the engine running, press and hold the
sunroof switch in the open position and the
sunshade switch in the close position for six
seconds.
2. Release both buttons.
3. Press the sunshade switch in the close position
until the motor stalls in the closed position.
4. Press the sunroof switch in the close position until
the motor stalls in the closed position.
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Sunroof (UltraView Plus)
{CAUTION:
People who are in a crash and not wearing a
safety belt properly can suffer much worse
injuries. They can hit things inside the vehicle
or be ejected from it, and be seriously injured
or killed. This is true for any vehicle occupant,
in any motor vehicle, but if you have the
Ultraview roof it is, if anything, even more
important. In a rollover or other crash, the
Ultraview roof can be damaged or destroyed.
People who are unbelted would then be at
even greater risk of being ejected from the
vehicle. Always fasten your safety belt, and
check that your passengers’ belts are fastened
properly too.
Your vehicle may have a single sunroof over the rst
two rows of seats and a smaller sunroof over the
third row seat.The sunroof/sunshade
switches are located in the
headliner between the
driver and front passenger.
With Venting Rear
Sunroof Shown
One switch operates the front sunroof and the another
switch operates the front sunshade. The third switch
is for the rear sunroof and the fourth switch is for
the rear sunshade.
Press the back of the front sunroof switch to open the
front sunroof. If you press the switch to the rst detent the
sunroof will express open to a comfort stop. Press the
switch to the second detent to express open the roof all of
the way. Press the front of the switch to close the sunroof.
The rst detent will close it manually and the second
detent will express close the roof.
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Press the back of the front sunshade switch to open the
front sunshade. Press the front of the switch to close
the sunshade. The sunshade can not be closed further
than the glass panel.
On some vehicles the rear sunroof vents. Press the rear
of the switch to vent the roof. Press the front of the
switch to close it.
Press the back of the rear sunshade switch to open the
rear sunshade. Press the front of the switch to close
the rear sunshade. The sunshade cannot be closed
completely when the glass is open.
Anti-Pinch Feature
If an object is in the path of the sunroof when it is
closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and
stop the sunroof from closing at the point of the
obstruction. The sunroof will then reverse. To close the
sunroof once it has re-opened, remove the obstruction
and press the front of the sunroof switch.
Resynchronization
To resynchronize the front and rear glass and sunshade,
do the following.
1. With the engine running, press and hold the rear
sunroof switch in the open position and the rear
sunshade switch in the close position for six
seconds.
2. Release both buttons.
3. Press the rear sunroof switch in the closed position
until the motor stalls in the closed position.
4. Press the rear sunshade switch in the closed
position until the motor stalls in the closed position.
5. Press and hold the front sunroof switch in the open
position and the front sunshade switch in the close
position for six seconds.
6. Release both buttons.
7. Press the front sunshade switch in the close
position until the motor stalls in the closed position.
8. Press the front sunroof switch in the close position
until the motor stalls in the closed position.
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Notice:Do not try to clear frost or other material
from the inside of the front windshield and rear
window with a razor blade or anything else that is
sharp. This may damage the rear window defogger
grid and affect your radio’s ability to pickup
stations clearly. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by
your warranty.
If static is heard on the radio, when the rear window
defogger is turned on, it could mean that a defogger grid
line has been damaged. If this is true, the grid line
must be repaired.
If adding an aftermarket cellular telephone to your
vehicle, and the antenna needs to be attached to the
glass, make sure that the grid lines for the AM-FM
antennas are not damaged. Make sure the cellular
telephone antenna does not touch a grid line.XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
System
The XM™ Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof
of your vehicle. Keep this antenna clear of snow and
ice build up for clear radio reception.
The performance of the XM™ system may be affected if
the sunroof is open.
Loading items onto the roof of your vehicle can interfere
with the performance of the XM™ system. Make sure
that the XM™ satellite antenna is not obstructed.
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Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road
Driving
There are some important things to remember about
how to load your vehicle.
The heaviest things should be on the load oor and
forward of your rear axle. Put heavier items as far
forward as you can.
Be sure the load is secured properly, so driving on
the off-road terrain does not toss things around.
{CAUTION:
Cargo on the load oor piled higher than
the seatbacks can be thrown forward
during a sudden stop. You or your
passengers could be injured. Keep cargo
below the top of the seatbacks.
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Unsecured cargo on the load oor can be
tossed about when driving over rough
terrain. You or your passengers can be
struck by ying objects. Secure the cargo
properly.
Heavy loads on the roof raise the vehicle’s
center of gravity, making it more likely to
roll over. You can be seriously or fatally
injured if the vehicle rolls over. Put heavy
loads inside the cargo area, not on the
roof. Keep cargo in the cargo area as far
forward and low as possible.
You will nd other important information in this manual.
SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 4-47,Luggage
Carrier on page 2-46andTires on page 5-61.
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