2005 CADILLAC SRX climate control

Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
Your vehicle may have an ashtray and cigarette lighter.
Notice:If you put papers, pins, or other ammable
items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other
smoking materials could ignite them and possibly
damage your vehicle. Never put ammable items in
the ashtray.
Ashtray
The ashtray is located under the climate control panel
on the center console. Press on the door to release the
ashtray.
To empty the ashtray, remove it from the center
console by gripping the edges and pulling straight out.
To reinstall, push the tray back into place.
There may also be ashtrays in the rear doors.
Cigarette Lighter
Notice:Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is
heating will not allow the lighter to back away from
the heating element when it is hot. Damage from
overheating may occur to the lighter or heating
element, or a fuse could be blown. Do not hold a
cigarette lighter in while it is heating.
The cigarette lighter is located next to the ashtray. The
vehicle does not have any cigarette lighters for the
rear seat passengers.
Press the lighter all the way in and release it. It will pop
back out by itself once the element has heated for use.
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Climate Controls
Dual Climate Control System
With this system you can control the heating, cooling
and ventilation for your vehicle.
Automatic Operation
AUTO (Automatic):When this button is pressed and
the temperature is set, the system will automatically
control the inside temperature, the air delivery mode, the
air conditioning compressor and the fan speed. AUTO
will appear on the display.1. Press the AUTO button.
2. Adjust the temperature to a comfortable setting
between 70°F (21°C) and 80°F (27°C).
Choosing the coldest or warmest temperature
setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any
faster. If you set the system at the warmest
temperature setting, the system will remain in
manual mode at that temperature and it will not go
into automatic mode.
In cold weather, the system will start at reduced fan
speeds to avoid blowing cold air into your vehicle
until warmer air is available. The system will
start out blowing air at the oor but may change
modes automatically as the vehicle warms up
to maintain the chosen temperature setting. The
length of time needed for warm up will depend on
the outside temperature and the length of time
that has elapsed since your vehicle was last driven.
3. Wait for the system to regulate. This may take from
10 to 30 minutes. Then adjust the temperature, if
necessary.
You can switch from English to metric units through the
Driver Information Center (DIC). If you have the Base
audio system, seeDIC Main Menu on page 3-53.Ifyou
have the Navigation system, see “Setup Menu” in the
Navigation System Manual.
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z9y(Fan):Press this switch to increase or
decrease the fan speed. Pressing this switch cancels
automatic operation and places the system in manual
mode. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation.
If the airow seems low when the fan speed is at
the highest setting, the passenger compartment air lter
may need to be replaced. For more information, see
Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-32
andScheduled Maintenance on page 6-4.
h(Recirculation):This mode keeps outside air from
coming in the vehicle. It can be used to prevent outside
air and odors from entering your vehicle or to help heat or
cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly. Press this
button to turn the recirculation mode on or off. The
air-conditioning compressor also comes on.
Recirculation is not available in the defrost mode and will
automatically turn off after 10 minutes when defog is
selected.
Using recirculation for long periods of time may cause the
air inside your vehicle to become too dry or stuffy. To
prevent this from happening, after the air in your vehicle
has cooled, turn the recirculation mode off.
QPWRR(Power/Driver’s Temperature):Press the
PWR button located on the driver’s side of the
climate control panel to turn the entire climate control
system on or off. Press the up or down arrow on
the switch to increase or decrease the temperature
inside your vehicle.
QPWRR(Power/Passenger’s Temperature):Press
the PWR button located on the passenger’s side of
the climate control panel to turn the passenger’s climate
control system on. Press the up or down arrow on
the switch to increase or decrease the temperature for
the front passenger.
A/C OFF (Air Conditioning):Press this button to
manually turn off the air conditioning compressor. Press
AUTO to return to automatic operation or press the
A/C OFF button again.
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Sensors
There is a solar sensor located on the instrument panel,
near the windshield.There is also an interior
temperature sensor
located to the right of the
steering wheel on the
instrument panel.
These sensors monitor the solar radiation and the air
inside your vehicle, then use the information to maintain
the selected temperature by initiating needed
adjustments to the temperature, the fan speed and the
air delivery system. The system may also supply
cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun. The
recirculation mode will also be activated, as necessary.
Do not cover the sensors or the automatic climate
control system will not work properly.
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Defogging and Defrosting
Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity
(moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This
can be minimized if the climate control system is
used properly. There are two modes to clear fog from
your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the
windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers.
Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from
the windshield more quickly.
zNy(Mode):Press this button until defog appears
on the display.
-(Defog):This mode directs the air between the
windshield, oor outlets and side windows. When you
select this mode, the system turns off recirculation
and runs the air-conditioning compressor unless
the outside temperature is at or below freezing. The
recirculation mode is cancelled when you enter defog
mode. If you select recirculation while in defog mode, it
will be cancelled after 10 minutes.If you have fogging on the side windows, turn the
thumbwheel on the outboard outlets to the side window
defog position. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-30
for more information.
0(Defrost):Pressing defrost directs most of the air
to the windshield, with some air directed to the side
windows. In this mode, the system will automatically turn
off recirculation and run the air-conditioning compressor,
unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing.
Recirculation cannot be selected while in the
defrost mode.
This mode may also cause the fan speed and air
temperature to increase.
If you have fogging on the side windows, turn the
thumbwheel on the outboard outlets to the side window
defog position. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-30
for more information. Do not drive the vehicle until all the
windows are clear.
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9(English/Metric Units):Use this menu item to
adjust the measurement units.
You can choose between ENGLISH UNITS and
METRIC UNITS. To switch between the two, press the
TUNE/SEL knob. Once your choice is displayed,
turn the knob to set your choice and continue scrolling
through the main menu.
The measurement units that you choose will be reected
on all the vehicle system displays, not just the DIC
information. For example, the climate control panel will
display degrees Celsius if you choose METRIC UNITS.
TCS (Traction Control System):You can enable or
disable the traction control system using this menu item.
Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch between on
and off.
You can also turn the traction control system off using
the traction control button located near the shift lever.
When you disable the traction control system, the
Traction Suspended message will appear on the DIC
and the traction control system warning light on the
instrument panel cluster will come on. SeeDIC
Warnings and Messages on page 3-57andTraction
Control System (TCS) Warning Light on page 3-40for
more information.8(Clock):Use this menu item to set the time on the
vehicle’s clock.
SeeSetting the Time on page 3-80for more information.
8/4(Clock/Information Display):Use this menu
item to toggle between the clock display and the XM™
Information (Song, Artist, Title), if available.
SeeRadio with CD on page 3-81for more information.
SETUP:When you select this menu item, the
following submenu is available:
Personalization
Language
Congure Display Keys
To change the language displayed on the radio, select
LANGUAGE by pressing the TUNE/SEL knob. Turn the
TUNE/SEL knob to scroll through the available languages
and press the knob to make your selection.
If you accidentally select a language that you did not
want, ENGLISH is always at the top of the language list.
For more information on the other items in the SETUP
menu, seeDIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-66.
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DIC Warnings and Messages
These messages will appear if there is a problem
sensed in one of your vehicle’s systems.
You must acknowledge a message to clear it from the
screen for further use. To clear a message, press
the CLR button.
Be sure to take any message that appears on the
screen seriously and remember that clearing the
message will only make the message disappear,
not the problem.
Battery Saver Active
This message appears when the system detects that
the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable
level. The battery saver system will start reducing certain
features of the vehicle that you may not 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 DIC by pressing
the INFO button until you nd BATTERY VOLTS.
Battery Voltage High
This message indicates that the electrical charging
system is overcharging the battery. When the system
detects that the battery voltage is above approximately
16 volts, this message will be displayed.
To reduce the charging overload, use the vehicle’s
accessories. Turn on the exterior lamps and radio, set
the climate control on AUTO and the fan speed on
the highest setting, and turn the rear window
defogger on.
The normal battery voltage range is 11.5 to 15.5 volts
when the engine is running. You can monitor battery
voltage on the DIC by pressing the INFO button until you
nd BATTERY VOLTS.
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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 by your GM dealer 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 at
your GM dealer immediately. SeeAirbag Readiness
Light on page 3-37for 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 GM dealer.
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 at your
GM dealer.
Service Fuel System
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) has detected a
problem within the fuel system when this message
appears. Have your vehicle serviced at your GM dealer.
Service Idle Control
A problem with the idle control has occurred when this
message displays. Have your vehicle serviced at
your GM dealer.
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 at your
GM dealer as soon as possible.
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