2005 CADILLAC SRX center console

Storage Areas................................................2-47
Glove Box...................................................2-47
Cupholder(s)................................................2-47
Cell Phone Storage Area...............................2-47
Front Storage Area.......................................2-47
Center Console Storage Area.........................2-47
Map Pocket.................................................2-47
Assist Handles.............................................2-47
Luggage Carrier...........................................2-48Convenience Net..........................................2-49
Cargo Cover................................................2-49
Cargo Management System...........................2-49
Sunroof.........................................................2-50
Sunroof (UltraView).......................................2-50
Sunroof (UltraView Plus)................................2-51
Vehicle Personalization...................................2-53
Memory Seat and Mirrors..............................2-53
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Automatic Transmission Operation
The shift lever is located on the center console between
the front seats.
There are several different
positions for the shift lever.
PARK (P):This position locks the rear wheels. It is the
best position to use when you start the engine
because your vehicle cannot move easily.{CAUTION:
It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the
shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the
parking brake rmly set. Your vehicle can roll.
Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is
running unless you have to. If you have left the
engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
You or others could be injured. To be sure your
vehicle will not move, even when you are on
fairly level ground, always set your parking
brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See
Shifting Into Park (P) on page 2-30. If you are
pulling a trailer, seeTowing a Trailer on
page 4-52.
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Storage Areas
Glove Box
To open the glove box, lift up on the lever. Use your
door key to lock or unlock it.
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.
Front Storage Area
Your vehicle has a closeable storage area inside both of
the front doors. Press the button to open the door.
Center Console Storage Area
Your vehicle has a center console storage area located
between the front seats. It includes storage areas, and
accessory power outlet(s) on the rear of the console.
Map Pocket
There are map pockets located near the bottom of the
front doors.
Assist Handles
Your vehicle has assist handles located above the doors.
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Windshield Washer
{CAUTION:
In freezing weather, do not use your washer
until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the
washer uid can form ice on the windshield,
blocking your vision.
The windshield washer button is located at the end of
the windshield wiper lever.
K(Washer Fluid):Press the button with this symbol
located at the end of the windshield washer lever to
wash the windshield. Washer uid will squirt onto
the windshield and the wipers will run for a few cycles
to clear the windshield. For more wash cycles, press and
hold the button.
If your vehicle is low on washer uid, the Check Washer
Fluid message will appear on the Driver Information
Center (DIC) display. SeeDIC Warnings and Messages
on page 3-57for more information.If the headlamps are on when you wash the windshield,
the headlamp washer (if equipped) will turn on. Both
the windshield and the headlamps will be washed. See
Headlamp Washer on page 3-12.
Rear Washer/Wiper
The switch for the rear
washer/wiper is located in
the overhead console.
Press the top of the switch for regular wipe, press the
bottom of the switch for intermittent wipe and press
the center of the switch to wash the rear window.
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Accessory Power Outlets
Your vehicle is equipped with accessory power outlets.
The outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment
such as a cellular telephone, CB radio, etc.
Your vehicle has one outlet in front of the center
console, one in the rear of the center console, one in
the rear compartment, and there may be an additional
outlet in the rear of the center console.
Your vehicle may have a small cap that must be
removed to access the accessory power outlet. If it
does, when not using the outlet be sure to cover it with
the protective cap.
Notice:Leaving electrical equipment on for
extended periods will drain the battery. Always turn
off electrical equipment when not in use and do
not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum
amperage rating.
Power outlets can be set to work all the time or shut off
10 minutes after the vehicle is turned off. To change
your setting, see your dealer for a fuse adjustment.Certain accessory power plugs may not be compatible
to the accessory power outlet and could result in
blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a
problem, see your dealer for additional information on
the accessory power outlets.
Notice:Adding any electrical equipment to your
vehicle may damage it or keep other components
from working as they should. The repairs would not
be covered by your warranty. Do not use equipment
exceeding maximum amperage rating. Check
with your dealer before adding electrical equipment.
Follow the proper installation instructions that are
included with any electrical equipment you install.
Notice:Improper use of the power outlet can cause
damage not covered by your warranty. Do not
hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket
from the plug because the power outlets are
designed for accessory power plugs only.
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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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Fuses Usage
SPARE Not Used
SPARE Not Used
IGN SWIgnition Switch (Power to IGN-3
and CRANK)
VOLT CHECK DIM
ECM/TCMECM, TCM, IPC,
PASS-Key
®III+ Module
WPR MOD Windshield Wiper Module Assembly
POSTO2 Post O2 Sensors
COMP CLUTCH Compressor Clutch
WPR SW Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
FOG LAMP Fog Lamps
OUTLETCenter Console Accessory Power
Outlet
Fuses Usage
EVEN COILS Even Injection Coils
I/P OUTLETInstrument Panel Accessory Power
Outlet
CCP Climate Control
PREO2/CAMDriver’s and Passenger’s Side
Oxygen Sensors, CAM Phaser
SPARE Not Used
SPARE Not Used
SPARE Not Used
Circuit
BreakersUsage
HDLP WASH
C/B-OPTHeadlamp Washer Motor (Optional)
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Audio System(s) (cont.)
Theft-Deterrent Feature...............................3-111
Understanding Radio Reception...................3-113
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...........3-114
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..........................................................5-22
Operation...................................................2-25
B
Battery..........................................................5-39
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver......................3-19
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-36
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................ 4-7
Emergencies................................................ 4-8
Panic Assist................................................4-11
Parking......................................................2-28
System Warning Light..................................3-38
Brake Pedal, Throttle.......................................2-23
Brakes..........................................................5-36
Braking........................................................... 4-6
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-8
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-20
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-49
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting...........5-49
Buying New Tires...........................................5-64
C
California Fuel.................................................. 5-6
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Capacities and Specications..........................5-103
Carbon Monoxide...................2-12, 2-33, 4-39, 4-52
Care of
Safety Belts................................................5-88
Your CD and DVD Player...........................3-113
Your CDs and DVDs..................................3-113
Cargo Cover..................................................2-49
Cargo Management System.............................2-49
Cell Phone Storage Area.................................2-47
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-47
Chains, Tire...................................................5-68
Charging System Light....................................3-38
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-42
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-91
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-34
Infants and Young Children...........................1-30
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for
Children (LATCH System)..........................1-40
Older Children.............................................1-28
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the
LATCH System........................................1-42
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