2006 CADILLAC SRX sport mode

AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D):This position is for
normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and
you are:
Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push the
accelerator pedal about halfway down.
Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the
accelerator all the way down.
The transmission will shift down to a lower gear
and have more power.
Notice:Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in
one place on a hill using only the accelerator
pedal may damage the transmission. If you are
stuck, do not spin the tires. When stopping on a hill,
use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place.
FOURTH (4):This position is also used for normal
driving. However, it offers more power and lower fuel
economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D).
Here are examples for using FOURTH (4) instead of
AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D).
When driving on hilly, winding roads.
When going down a steep hill.
This position may also offer improved trailer towing
performance in certain driving conditions.
Driver Shift Control (DSC)
Notice:If you drive your vehicle at high RPMs
without upshifting while using Driver Shift Control
(DSC), you could damage your vehicle. Always
upshift when necessary while using 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 DSC
feature:
1. Slide the shift lever over from AUTOMATIC
OVERDRIVE (D) to the right into the DSC area.
When the transmission is
in DSC mode the sport
mode light in the
instrument panel cluster
will come on.
If you do not move the shift lever forward or
rearward, the vehicle will be in sport mode. When
you are in the sport mode the vehicle will still
shift automatically. While driving in sport mode, the
transmission may remain in a gear longer than it
would in normal driving mode based on braking,
throttle input and vehicle lateral acceleration.
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Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Other Warning Devices...................................3-6
Horn .............................................................3-6
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-7
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-7
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................3-8
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................3-8
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-9
Windshield Wipers..........................................3-9
Windshield Washer.......................................3-10
Rear Window Wiper/Washer...........................3-11
Headlamp Washer........................................3-12
Cruise Control..............................................3-12
Headlamps..................................................3-16
Wiper Activated Headlamps............................3-17
Headlamps on Reminder................................3-17
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-17
Fog Lamps ..................................................3-19
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver........................3-20
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-20
Entry Lighting...............................................3-21
Parade Dimming...........................................3-21
Reading Lamps............................................3-21
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)............3-22
Accessory Power Outlet(s).............................3-24
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter......................3-25Climate Controls............................................3-26
Dual Climate Control System..........................3-26
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-31
Rear Air Conditioning System.........................3-32
Passenger Compartment Air Filter...................3-33
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-34
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-35
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-36
Trip Odometers............................................3-36
Tachometer.................................................3-37
Engine Speed Limiter....................................3-37
Safety Belt Reminder Light.............................3-37
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-38
Charging System Light..................................3-39
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-39
Anti-Lock Brake System
Warning Light...........................................3-40
Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light...........................................3-41
Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Light...........................................3-42
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................3-42
Tire Pressure Light.......................................3-43
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-43
Oil Pressure Light.........................................3-46
Sport Mode Light..........................................3-47
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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The light goes on when you turn your key to ON or
START. It goes off once you start your engine. That’s a
check to be sure the light works. If it doesn’t come
on, be sure to have it xed so it will be there to warn
you if something goes wrong.
When the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil
isn’t owing through your engine properly. You could
be low on oil and you might have some other system
problem.
Sport Mode Light
This light will come on
while the Driver Shift
Control (DSC) feature
is in use.
When you stop using the DSC feature, the light will go
out. If it stays on, your vehicle may need service.
See your dealer. See “Driver Shift Control (DSC)” under
Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-28for
more information.
Security Light
For information regarding
this light, see
Theft-Deterrent System on
page 2-18.
Fog Lamp Light
The fog lamps light will
come on when the fog
lamps are in use.
The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off.
SeeFog Lamps on page 3-19for more information.
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XM™ Satellite Radio Service
XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the
48 contiguous United States and in Canada (if
available). XM™ offers over 100 coast to coast channels
including music, news, sports, talk, and children’s
programming. XM™ provides digital quality audio and
text information, including song title and artist name.
A service fee is required in order to receive the XM™
service. For more information, contact XM™ at
www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-852-XMXM (9696).
CLOCK/INFO DISP (Clock/Information
Display):Press the CLOCK/INFO DISP button to
switch between the clock display, the XM™ screen, and
the XM™ information display.Press this button while in XM™ mode to retrieve
three different categories of information related to the
current song or channel: Artist, Song Title, and
Category. To view this information, perform the
following:
1. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter the main menu.
2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until CLOCK/INFO
DISP appears on the display.
3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to select CLOCK/INFO
DISP. The display will change to show the additional
XM™ information.
4. To return to the original display, press the CLR
button or wait for the display to time out.
If the CLOCK/INFO DISP is congured into one of the
congurable keys, pressing the key will switch the
display between the radio station frequency and the
time. See “Congurable Radio Display Keys” later in this
section for more information.
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Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
To adjust the balance or fade, perform the
following steps:
1. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter the main menu.
2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until BASS-MID-TREBLE
appears on the display.
3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter the tone
settings.
4. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to scroll to BALANCE or
FADER.
5. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob to adjust the BALANCE
to the right or the left speakers and the FADER to
the front or the rear speakers.
6. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to set the adjustment.
7. Press the CLR button to exit the display. To
return to the original display, repeatedly press
the CLR button or wait for the display to time out.
EQ0 will not appear on the display when in this mode.
Using DSP
Available only with the premium Bose®audio system,
this feature is used to provide a choice of ve different
listening experiences: DSP normal, talk, spacious,
rear seat, and driver seat. DSP can be used while
listening to the radio or the CD player. The radio keeps
separate DSP settings for each band, preset, and
source. To select a DSP choice, perform the
following steps:
1. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter the main menu.
2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until one of the ve
settings appears on the display.
3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to select a DSP setting.
4. Press the CLR button to exit the display. To
return to the original display, repeatedly press
the CLR button or wait for the display to time out.
DSP NORMAL:This setting provides the best overall
audio performance for all passengers. DSP NORMAL
will not appear on the display when in this mode.
TALK:This setting should be used when listening to
non-musical material such as news, talk shows,
sports broadcasts, and books on tape. Talk makes
spoken words sound very clear.
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Light (cont.)
Sport Mode................................................3-47
TCS Warning Light......................................3-41
Tire Pressure..............................................3-43
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning..........3-41
Lighting
Entry.........................................................3-21
Parade Dimming..........................................3-21
Limited-Slip Rear Axle.....................................4-10
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-44
Lockout Protection..........................................2-11
Locks
Central Door Unlocking System....................... 2-9
Delayed Locking........................................... 2-9
Door ........................................................... 2-8
Lockout Protection.......................................2-11
Power Door .................................................. 2-9
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.............2-10
Rear Door Security Locks.............................2-10
Loss of Control...............................................4-16
Luggage Carrier..............................................2-49
Lumbar
Power Controls............................................. 1-3M
Magnetic Ride Control.....................................4-10
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services........................... 6-6
At Each Fuel Fill........................................... 6-9
At Least Once a Month.................................. 6-9
At Least Once a Year..................................6-10
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Footnotes.................................. 6-7
Maintenance Record....................................6-15
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts.........6-14
Owner Checks and Services........................... 6-9
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.............6-12
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 6-4
Using.......................................................... 6-2
Your Vehicle and the Environment................... 6-2
Malfunction Indicator Light................................3-43
Manual Passenger Seat.................................... 1-2
Memory Mirrors..............................................2-54
Memory Seat.................................................2-54
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-59
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Secondary Latch System.................................5-79
Securing a Child Restraint
Rear Seat Position......................................1-48
Right Front Seat Position..............................1-51
Security Light.................................................3-47
Service........................................................... 5-3
Accessories and Modications......................... 5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside
of Your Vehicle.......................................... 5-5
California Proposition 65 Warning.................... 5-3
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-4
Engine Soon Light.......................................3-43
Publications Ordering Information...................7-15
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..............1-63
Setting the Time.............................................3-82
Sheet Metal Damage.......................................5-91
Shifting Into Park (P).......................................2-32
Shifting Out of Park (P)...................................2-34
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 3-8
Spare Tire
Compact....................................................5-84
Installing....................................................5-74
Removing...................................................5-71
Storing.......................................................5-81
Specications, Capacities...............................5-103
Speedometer..................................................3-36
Sport Mode Light............................................3-47
StabiliTrak
®System.........................................4-11Starting Your Engine.......................................2-25
Status of Vehicle Systems, DIC........................3-50
Steering........................................................4-12
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.......................3-113
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-7
Storage Areas
Cargo Management System..........................2-50
Cell Phone Storage Area..............................2-48
Center Console Storage Area........................2-48
Cupholder(s)...............................................2-48
Front Storage Area......................................2-48
Glove Box..................................................2-48
Luggage Carrier..........................................2-49
Stowable Seat................................................1-10
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow.....................4-43
Sun Visors.....................................................2-18
Sunroof.................................................2-50, 2-52
System Controls, DIC......................................3-50
T
Tachometer....................................................3-37
TCS Warning Light..........................................3-41
Theft-Deterrent, Radio....................................3-113
Theft-Deterrent System....................................2-18
Theft-Deterrent Systems...................................2-18
Immobilizer.................................................2-20
Immobilizer Operation...................................2-20
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