2007 CADILLAC SRX warning light

You should stop the vehicle and turn off the
engine as soon as possible to avoid damage to
the engine. A warning chime will sound when this
light is on, also.
SeeEngine Overheating on page 372.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
This gage shows the
engine coolant
temperature.
It can be used to see when your engine has
warmed up and to make sure your cooling system
is operating properly. If the gage pointer moves into
the shaded area, the engine coolant is too hot and
the engine coolant temperature warning light will
come on. SeeEngine Overheating on page 372for
more information.
Tire Pressure Light
If your vehicle has this
light, it will come on
briey when you turn the
ignition on.
This light will also come on when one or more of
your tires are signicantly underinated.
A CHECK TIRE PRESSURE DIC message will
accompany the light, seeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 220
Stop and check your tires as soon as it is safe to
do so. If underinated, inate to the proper
pressure. SeeTires on page 398for more
information.
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Highbeam On Light
This light comes on
whenever the
high-beam headlamps
are on.
SeeHeadlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on
page 169for more information.
Tow/Haul Mode Light
This light comes on
when the Tow/Haul
mode has been
activated.
For more information, seeTow/Haul Mode on
page 126.
Fuel Gage
The fuel gage shows
approximately how
much fuel is in the fuel
tank. It works only
when the engine is on.
If the fuel supply gets low, the “FUEL LEVEL
LOW” message will appear on the Driver
Information Center (DIC) and a single chime will
sound. SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on
page 220for more information.
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BATTERY VOLTAGE
This display shows the current battery voltage.
Your vehicle’s charging system regulates voltage
based on the state of the battery. The battery
voltage may uctuate when viewing this
information on the DIC. This is normal.
If there is a problem with the battery charging
system, the charging system light will illuminate
and/or the DIC will display a message. See
Charging System Light on page 204,DIC
Warnings and Messages on page 220andElectric
Power Management on page 183for more
information.
Blank Display
This display shows no information.
Vehicle Information Display Menu Items
T
(Vehicle Information):The following display
menu items can be displayed by pressing the
vehicle information button:
OIL LIFE REMAINING
If the vehicle has this display, it shows the
estimated oil life remaining. If you see 99% OIL
LIFE REMAINING on the display, that means that
99% of the current oil life remains.
When the oil life is depleted, the CHANGE
ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the
display. You should change your oil as soon
as possible. In addition to the engine oil life system
monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is
recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this
manual. SeeScheduled Maintenance on
page 471andEngine Oil on page 360.
Remember, you must reset the OIL LIFE yourself
after each oil change. It will not reset itself.
Also, be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE
accidentally at any time other than when the oil
has just been changed. It cannot be reset
accurately until the next oil change. To reset the
engine oil life system, SeeEngine Oil Life System
on page 363. The display will show 100% when
the system is reset.
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SeeTires on page 398,Loading Your Vehicle on
page 322, andInation - Tire Pressure on
page 407. The DIC display also shows the tire
pressure values for the front and rear tires
by pressing the vehicle information button. See
DIC Controls and Displays on page 215. If the tire
pressure is low, the low tire pressure warning
light comes on. SeeTire Pressure Light on
page 207.
CRUISE SET TO XXX MPH (km/h)
This message displays whenever the cruise control
is set. SeeCruise Control on page 174for more
information.
DRIVER DOOR OPEN
This message displays when the driver’s door is
not closed completely. Make sure that the
driver’s door is closed completely.
ENGINE HOT – A/C
(Air Conditioning) OFF
This message displays when the engine coolant
becomes hotter than the normal operating
temperature. SeeEngine Coolant Temperature
Gage on page 207. To avoid added strain on a hot
engine, the air conditioning compressor
automatically turns off. When the coolant
temperature returns to normal, the air conditioning
compressor turns back on. You can continue to
drive your vehicle.
If this message continues to appear, have the
system repaired by your dealer as soon as
possible to avoid damage to the engine.
ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while the
engine is overheating, severe engine damage
may occur. If an overheat warning appears on
the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop
the vehicle as soon as possible. Do not increase
the engine speed above normal idling speed.
SeeEngine Overheating on page 372for more
information.
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This message displays when the engine coolant
temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle
to idle until it cools down. SeeEngine Coolant
Temperature Warning Light on page 206.
SeeOverheated Engine Protection Operating
Mode on page 374for information on driving to a
safe place in an emergency.
ENGINE POWER REDUCED
This message displays when the engine power is
being reduced to protect the engine from damage.
There could be several malfunctions that might
cause this message. Reduced engine power can
affect the vehicle’s ability to accelerate. If this
message is on, but there is no reduction in
performance, proceed to your destination. The
performance may be reduced the next time the
vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven at a
reduced speed while this message is on, but
acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime
this message stays on, the vehicle should be taken
to your dealer for service as soon as possible.
FUEL LEVEL LOW
This symbol appears
with this message.
This message displays when your vehicle is low
on fuel. Rell the fuel tank as soon as possible. A
single chime sounds when this message is
displayed. SeeFilling the Tank on page 352.
ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE
This message displays when the outside
temperature is cold enough to create icy road
conditions. Adjust your driving accordingly.
LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN
This message displays when the driver’s side rear
door is not closed completely. Make sure that
the door is closed completely.
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OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while
the engine oil pressure is low, severe engine
damage may occur. If a low oil pressure
warning appears on the instrument panel
cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon as
possible. Do not drive the vehicle until the
cause of the low oil pressure is corrected. See
Engine Oil on page 360for more information.
This message displays when the vehicle’s
engine oil pressure is low. The oil pressure light
may also appear on the instrument panel
cluster. SeeOil Pressure Light on page 211.
A multiple chime sounds when this message is
displayed. SeeEngine Oil on page 360for
more information.
Stop the vehicle immediately, as engine damage
can result from driving a vehicle with low oil
pressure. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer
as soon as possible when this message is
displayed.
PARKING ASSIST OFF
If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear Parking
Assist (URPA) system, after the vehicle has been
started, this message displays to reminder the
driver that the URPA system has been turned off.
Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this
message and clear it from the DIC display. To turn
the URPA system back on, see″PARKING
ASSIST″underDIC Controls and Displays on
page 215. SeeUltrasonic Rear Parking Assist
(URPA) on page 184for more information.
PASSENGER DOOR OPEN
This message displays when the passenger’s side
front door is not closed completely. Make sure
that the door is closed completely.
REAR ACCESS OPEN
This message displays when the liftgate is not
closed completely. Make sure that the liftgate is
closed completely.
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SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST
This message displays if there is a problem with
the brake system. The brake system warning
light and the anti-lock brake system warning light
may also display on the instrument panel
cluster. SeeBrake System Warning Light on
page 204andAnti-Lock Brake System Warning
Light on page 205for more information. If this
happens, stop as soon as possible and turn off the
vehicle. Restart the vehicle and check for the
message on the DIC display. If the message
displays or appears again when you begin driving,
the brake system needs service. See your
dealer as soon as possible. SeeBrakes on
page 381for more information.
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM
This message displays, while the ignition is on,
when the brake uid level is low. The brake system
warning light on the instrument panel cluster
also comes on. SeeBrake System Warning Light
on page 204for more information. Have the
brake system serviced by your dealer as soon as
possible.
SERVICE PARKING ASSIST
If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear Parking
Assist (URPA) system, this message displays
if there is a problem with the URPA system. Do
not use this system to help you park. See
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) on
page 184for more information. See your dealer
for service.
SERVICE POWER STEERING
Your vehicle may have a speed variable assist
steering system. SeeSteering on page 285.
This message displays if a problem is detected
with the speed variable assist steering system.
When this message is displayed, you may notice
that the effort required to steer the vehicle
decreases or feels lighter, but you will still be able
to steer the vehicle.
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SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL
This message displays when there is a problem
with the Traction Control System (TCS). When this
message displays, the system will not limit
wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. See
your dealer for service. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 281for more information.
SERVICE TRANSMISSION
This message displays when there is a problem
with the vehicle’s transmission. Have your vehicle
serviced by your dealer.
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
This message displays when a non-emissions
related malfunction occurs. Have your vehicle
serviced by your dealer as soon as possible.
SPEED LIMITED TO XXX MPH (km/h)
This message displays when your vehicle speed is
limited to 80 mph (128 km/h) because the
vehicle detects a problem in the speed variable
assist steering, magnetic ride control, or automatic
leveling control systems. Have your vehicle
serviced by your dealer.
STABILITRAK NOT READY
This message may display and the Traction
Control System and StabiliTrak®Warning Light on
the instrument panel cluster may be on after
rst driving the vehicle and exceeding 19 mph
(30 km/h) for 30 seconds. The StabiliTrak
®system
is not functional until the light has turned off.
SeeStabiliTrak
®System on page 283for more
information.
STABILITRAK OFF
This message displays when you turn off
StabiliTrak®, or when the stability control has been
automatically disabled. To limit wheel spin and
realize the full benets of the stability
enhancement system, you should normally leave
StabiliTrak
®on. However, you should turn
StabiliTrak®off if your vehicle gets stuck in sand,
mud, ice, or snow and you want to rock your
vehicle to attempt to free it, or if you are driving in
extreme off-road conditions and require more
wheel spin. SeeIf Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand,
Mud, Ice, or Snow on page 321. To turn the
StabiliTrak
®system on or off, seeStabiliTrak®
System on page 283.
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