2007 CADILLAC SRX engine oil

(i)Drain, ush, and rell cooling system. This
service can be complex; you should have
your dealer perform this service. See Engine
Coolant on page 368 for what to use. Inspect
hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap,
and ller neck. Pressure test the cooling
system and pressure cap.
(j)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
the lter could require replacement more often.
(k)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
inspect the lter at each engine oil change.
(l)Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive
cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if
necessary.
(m)If using DOT-4 brake uid only: Drain, ush,
and rell brake hydraulic system at a regular
maintenance service (IorII) every two years. This
service can be complex; you should have your
dealer perform this service. See Brakes on
page 381.Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be
performed at the intervals specied to help ensure
the safety, dependability, and emission control
performance of your vehicle. Your GM
Goodwrench
®dealer can assist you with these
checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at
once. Whenever any uids or lubricants are added
to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper
ones, as shown inRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 480.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks
at each fuel ll.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. SeeEngine Oil on page 360for
further details.
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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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Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identied below by name,
part number, or specication can be obtained from
your dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilThe engine requires a special
engine oil meeting GM Standard
GM4718M. Oils meeting this
standard can be identied as
synthetic, and should also be
identied with the American
Petroleum Institute (API) Certied
for Gasoline Engines starburst
symbol. However, not all synthetic
API oils with the starburst symbol
will meet this GM standard. You
should look for and use only an oil
that meets GM Standard GM4718M.
GM Goodwrench
®oil meets all the
requirements for your vehicle. For
the proper viscosity, seeEngine Oil
on page 360.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 368.
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco
®Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake uid.
Windshield
WasherGM Optikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Power Steering
SystemGM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184,
in Canada 89021186).
Automatic
TransmissionDEXRON
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
Chassis
LubricationChassis Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 12377985,
in Canada 88901242) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identied below by name, part number, or specication can be obtained from
your dealer.
Part GM Part NumbersACDelco®Part
Numbers
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 25735595 A2944C
Engine Oil Filter
3.6L V6 25177917 PF2129
4.6L V8 89017342 PF61
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Particle and Odor Filter 88957450 CF130C
Particle Filter 25740404 CF133
Spark Plugs
3.6L V6 12597464 41-990
4.6L V8 12571535 41-987
Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
Driver’s Side – 22 inches (56.5 cm) 12367281 —
Passenger’s Side – 21 inches (53.3 cm) 88892785 —
Rear Wiper Blade- 13 inches (33.0 cm) 15209055 —
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Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter...................................... 365
Battery..................................................... 385
Check and Service Engine Soon Light..... 208
Coolant.................................................... 368
Coolant Heater......................................... 121
Coolant Temperature Gage...................... 207
Coolant Temperature Warning Light.......... 206
Drive Belt Routing.................................... 483
Engine Compartment Overview................ 356
Exhaust................................................... 132
Oil ........................................................... 360
Oil Life System........................................ 363
Overheated Protection Operating Mode.... 374
Overheating............................................. 372
Speed Limiter.......................................... 199
Starting.................................................... 119
Entry Lighting.............................................. 182
Event Data Recorders (EDR)...................... 498
Extender, Safety Belt..................................... 42
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver.................... 181F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner................................... 365
Finish Damage............................................ 451
Flashers, Hazard Warning........................... 166
Flash-to-Pass.............................................. 169
Flat Tire...................................................... 423
Flat Tire, Changing...................................... 424
Flat Tire, Storing......................................... 439
Fluid
Automatic Transmission............................ 367
Power Steering........................................ 379
Windshield Washer.................................. 380
Fog Lamp Light........................................... 212
Fog Lamps.................................................. 181
Front Axle................................................... 395
Fuel............................................................ 349
Additives.................................................. 350
California Fuel.......................................... 350
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.............. 354
Filling Your Tank...................................... 352
Fuels in Foreign Countries....................... 351
512

Horn............................................................ 166
How to Use This Manual................................ 4
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............... 27
I
Ignition Positions......................................... 117
Infants and Young Children, Restraints.......... 46
Ination - Tire Pressure............................... 407
Instrument Panel
Overview.................................................. 164
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Brightness................................................ 181
Cluster..................................................... 198
J
Jump Starting.............................................. 386
K
Keyless Entry System................................... 94
Keys............................................................. 93
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall................................. 401
Lamps
Electric Power Management..................... 183
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver................. 181
Fog .......................................................... 181
Reading................................................... 182
LATCH System
Child Restraints......................................... 55
Level Control............................................... 330
Liftgate, Power............................................ 104
Light
Airbag Readiness..................................... 201
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning............. 205
Brake System Warning............................. 204
Charging System..................................... 204
Cruise Control.......................................... 212
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning....... 206
Fog Lamp................................................ 212
Highbeam On.......................................... 213
Lights On Reminder................................. 212
Malfunction Indicator................................ 208
Oil Pressure............................................. 211
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............ 202
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder.............. 200
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Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview
with OnStar
®........................................ 134
Automatic Dimming Rearview
with OnStar
®and Compass.................. 134
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror........... 138
Outside Convex Mirror............................. 139
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror............... 138
Outside Power Heated Mirrors................. 137
MP3 ............................................................ 257
MyGMLink.com............................................ 490
N
Navigation/Radio System,
see Navigation Manual............................. 266
New Vehicle Break-In.................................. 116
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts..... 482
O
Odometer.................................................... 199
Off-Road Driving.......................................... 291
Off-Road Recovery...................................... 287Oil
Engine..................................................... 360
Pressure Light.......................................... 211
Oil, Engine Oil Life System ......................... 363
Older Children, Restraints............................. 43
Online Owner Center................................... 490
OnStar
®System, see OnStar®Manual........ 139
Operation, Universal Home Remote
System............................................144, 150
Other Warning Devices................................ 166
Outlet Adjustment........................................ 194
Outlet(s), Accessory Power.......................... 186
Outside
Automatic Dimming Mirror........................ 138
Convex Mirror.......................................... 139
Curb View Assist Mirror........................... 138
Power Heated Mirrors.............................. 137
Overheated Engine Protection
Operating Mode....................................... 374
Owner Checks and Services....................... 476
Owners, Canadian.......................................... 3
516