2007 CADILLAC SRX spare tire

To store the spare tire and tools, do the following:
1. Lay the compact spare tire on the ground
at the rear of the vehicle. Position the
compact spare tire so that the valve stem is
pointed down facing the rear of the vehicle.
2. Lower the cable to the ground. SeeRemoving
the Spare Tire and Tools on page 426.3. Tilt the retainer downward and slip it through
the center hole of the spare tire.
Make sure the retainer is fully seated across
the underside of the wheel.
4. Attach the wheel wrench to the hoist shaft.
5. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to lift
the spare tire.
6. When the tire is almost in the stored position,
turn the tire so that the valve stem is towards
the rear of the vehicle.
This will help when you check and maintain
tire pressure in the spare.
7. Raise the tire fully against the underside of
the vehicle. Continue turning the wheel
wrench until you feel more than two clicks.
This indicates that the compact spare
tire is secure and the cable is tight. The spare
tire hoist cannot be overtightened.
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8. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push,
pull (A), and then try to turn the tire (B). If the
tire moves, use the wheel wrench to tighten
the cable.
Put back all tools as they were stored in the rear
storage compartment and put the compartment
cover back on.
Compact Spare Tire
Although the compact spare tire was fully inated
when the vehicle was new, it can lose air after
a time. Check the ination pressure regularly. It
should be 60 psi (420 kPa).
After installing the compact spare on the vehicle,
you should stop as soon as possible and make
sure the spare tire is correctly inated. The
compact spare is made to perform well at speeds
up to 65 mph (105 km/h) for distances up to
3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can nish your trip
and have the full-size tire repaired or replaced
where you want. You must calibrate the tire
ination monitor system after installing or removing
the compact spare. SeeTire Pressure Monitor
System on page 410. The system may not
work correctly when the compact spare is installed
on the vehicle. Of course, it’s best to replace
the spare with a full-size tire as soon as you can.
The spare will last longer and be in good shape
in case you need it again.
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Notice:When the compact spare is installed,
do not take your vehicle through an automatic
car wash with guide rails. The compact
spare can get caught on the rails. That can
damage the tire and wheel, and maybe
other parts of your vehicle.
Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles.
And do not mix the compact spare tire or
wheel with other wheels or tires. They will not t.
Keep the spare tire and its wheel together.
Notice:Tire chains will not t your compact
spare. Using them can damage your vehicle
and can damage the chains too. Do not use tire
chains on your compact spare.
Appearance Care
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
Your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if
it is cleaned often. Although not always visible, dust
and dirt can accumulate on your upholstery. Dirt
can damage carpet, fabric, leather, and plastic
surfaces. Regular vacuuming is recommended
to remove particles from your upholstery.It is important to keep your upholstery from
becoming and remaining heavily soiled. Soils
should be removed as quickly as possible. Your
vehicle’s interior may experience extremes of heat
that could cause stains to set rapidly.
Lighter colored interiors may require more
frequent cleaning. Use care because newspapers
and garments that transfer color to your home
furnishings may also transfer color to your
vehicle’s interior.
When cleaning your vehicle’s interior, only use
cleaners specically designed for the surfaces
being cleaned. Permanent damage may result
from using cleaners on surfaces for which
they were not intended. Use glass cleaner only on
glass. Remove any accidental over-spray from
other surfaces immediately. To prevent over-spray,
apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth.
Notice:If you use abrasive cleaners when
cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle, you
could scratch the glass and/or cause damage
to the integrated radio antenna and the
rear window defogger. When cleaning the
glass on your vehicle, use only a soft cloth
and glass cleaner.
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Notice:It is important to check the engine oil
regularly and keep it at the proper level.
Failure to keep the engine oil at the proper
level can cause damage to the engine not
covered by your warranty.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add
DEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. See
Engine Coolant on page 368for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer uid level in
the windshield washer uid reservoir and add the
proper uid if necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make
sure they are inated to the correct pressures.
Do not forget to check the spare tire. See
Ination - Tire Pressure on page 407. Check to
make sure the spare tire is stored securely.
SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 424.
At Least Once a Year
Starter Switch Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the
vehicle moves, you or others could be
injured.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough
room around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the
regular brake. SeeParking Brake on
page 127.
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be
ready to turn off the engine immediately if
it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The
vehicle should start only in PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N). If the vehicle starts in any
other position, contact your GM Goodwrench
®
dealer for service.
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Fuel Delivery:Delivery of enough fuel for the
customer to get to the nearest service station
(approximately $5 in the United States and
10 litres in Canada).
Flat Tire Change (Covers change only):
Installation of your spare tire, in good
condition, will be covered at no charge. The
customer is responsible for the repair or
replacement of the tire if not covered by a
warrantable failure.
Trip Interruption:If your trip is interrupted
due to a warranty failure, incidental expenses
may be reimbursed during the
48 months/50,000 miles (80 000 km) warranty
period. Items covered are hotel, meals,
and rental car.
Additional Services for Canadian
Customers
Trip Routing Service:Upon request, Cadillac
Roadside Service will send you detailed,
computer-personalized maps, highlighting your
choice of either the most direct route or the
most scenic route to your destination,
anywhere in North America, along with any
helpful travel information we may have
pertaining to your trip. To request this service,
please call us toll-free at 1-800-268-6800.
We will make every attempt to send your
personalized trip routing as quickly as
possible, but it is best to allow three weeks
before your planned departure date. Trip
routing requests will be limited to six
per calendar year.
Alternative Service:There may be times
when Roadside Service cannot provide
timely assistance. Your advisor may authorize
you to secure local emergency road service,
and you will be reimbursed up to $100
upon submission of the original receipt to
Cadillac Roadside Service
®.
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Cleaning (cont.)
Underbody Maintenance........................... 451
Washing Your Vehicle.............................. 447
Weatherstrips........................................... 447
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 449
Wood Panels........................................... 447
Climate Control System
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment........... 195
Dual......................................................... 189
Outlet Adjustment..................................... 194
Rear Air Conditioning System................... 195
Clock.........................................188, 242, 244
Collision Damage Repair............................. 500
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt................. 39
Compact Spare Tire.................................... 442
Compass..................................................... 134
Control of a Vehicle..................................... 278
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage........................ 207
Engine Temperature Warning Light........... 206
Heater, Engine......................................... 121
Surge Tank Pressure Cap........................ 371
Cooling System........................................... 374Cruise Control............................................. 174
Cruise Control Light.................................... 212
Cupholder(s)................................................ 154
Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation........................... 496
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users ......................... 491
Customer Assistance Offices.................... 491
Customer Satisfaction Procedure.............. 488
GM Mobility Reimbursement
Program............................................... 492
Reporting Safety Defects to
General Motors..................................... 505
Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government.......................... 504
Reporting Safety Defects to the
United States Government.................... 504
Roadside Service..................................... 493
Service Publications Ordering
Information........................................... 505
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Rear Door Security Locks........................... 103
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides.................. 39
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)............................... 266
Rear Seat Entertainment System................. 266
Rear Seat Operation..................................... 18
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts.............. 36
Rear Windshield Washer/Wiper.................... 172
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming
with OnStar
®............................................ 134
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming
with OnStar
®and Compass..................... 134
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 14
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.......... 480
Recreational Vehicle Towing........................ 328
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System............ 94
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System,
Operation................................................... 96
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing
the Spare Tire.......................................... 429
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools............ 426
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government............................. 504
General Motors........................................ 505
United States Government....................... 504
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems................. 89Restraint System Check (cont.)
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash......................................... 90
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)................ 118
Right Front Passenger Position,
Safety Belts............................................... 36
Roadside
Service.................................................... 493
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.............. 322
Routing, Engine Drive Belt.......................... 483
Running the Engine While Parked............... 133
S
Safety Belt
Passenger Reminder Light....................... 200
Pretensioners............................................. 42
Reminder Light........................................ 200
Safety Belts
Care of.................................................... 447
Driver Position........................................... 27
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............ 27
Questions and Answers About
Safety Belts............................................ 26
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides............... 39
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Safety Belts (cont.)
Rear Seat Passengers............................... 36
Right Front Passenger Position.................. 36
Safety Belt Extender.................................. 42
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy............. 35
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.................... 22
Safety Warnings and Symbols......................... 4
Scheduled Maintenance............................... 471
Seats
Head Restraints......................................... 17
Heated Seats............................................. 11
Manual........................................................ 9
Memory, Mirrors......................................... 12
Power Lumbar........................................... 10
Power Seats.............................................. 10
Rear Seat Operation.................................. 18
Reclining Seatbacks................................... 14
Stowable Seat........................................... 20
Secondary Latch System............................. 436
Securing a Child Restraint
Rear Seat Position..................................... 62
Right Front Seat Position........................... 65
Security Light.............................................. 212Service........................................................ 346
Accessories and Modications.................. 347
Adding Equipment to the Outside
of Your Vehicle..................................... 348
California Proposition 65 Warning............. 347
Doing Your Own Work............................. 348
Engine Soon Light................................... 208
Publications Ordering Information............. 505
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......... 87
Sheet Metal Damage................................... 450
Shifting Into Park (P)................................... 129
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................... 131
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.................. 168
Spare Tire
Compact.................................................. 442
Installing.................................................. 429
Removing................................................ 426
Storing..................................................... 439
Specications, Capacities............................ 464
Speedometer............................................... 199
StabiliTrak
®System..................................... 283
Starting Your Engine................................... 119
Steering...................................................... 285
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