2007 CADILLAC SRX brake light

Grade Braking
Grade Braking assists when driving on a downhill
grade. It maintains the vehicle’s speed by
automatically implementing a shift schedule that
uses the engine and the transmission to slow
the vehicle. This reduces wear on the brakes
system and increases control of the vehicle. The
system constantly monitors the vehicle’s speed,
acceleration, throttle position, and whether
the brake pedal is being pressed, and determines
when to keep the current vehicle speed or to
slow down. The system will then automatically
command downshifts that reduces the vehicles
speed, until the brake pedal is no longer
being pressed. This indicates the desired vehicle
speed has been reached.
The tow/haul mode and grade braking shift modes
can be activated by pressing the button on the
instrument panel console. While in the DSC mode,
grade braking is deactivated, allowing the driver
to select a gear.
SeeAutomatic Transmission Operation on
page 122.
Parking Brake
The parking brake pedal
is located on the lower
portion of the instrument
panel to the left of the
steering wheel.
To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake
pedal down with your right foot and push the
parking brake pedal down with your left foot.
If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light
on the instrument panel cluster should come
on. If it does not, you need to have your vehicle
serviced. SeeBrake System Warning Light
on page 204for more information.
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To release the parking brake, pull the release
lever located to the left of the steering wheel on
the instrument panel.Notice:Driving with the parking brake on
can overheat the brake system and cause
premature wear or damage to brake system
parts. Verify that the parking brake is fully
released and the brake warning light is
off before driving.
A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is
set, the ignition is on, and the vehicle begins to
move. To stop the chime, fully release the
parking brake.
If you are towing a trailer and parking on a hill,
seeTowing a Trailer on page 331for more
information.
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Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............. 202
Charging System Light.............................. 204
Brake System Warning Light..................... 204
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light...... 205
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning
Light...................................................... 206
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning
Light...................................................... 206
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage............ 207
Tire Pressure Light.................................... 207
Malfunction Indicator Lamp........................ 208
Oil Pressure Light..................................... 211
Security Light............................................ 212
Fog Lamp Light......................................... 212
Lights On Reminder.................................. 212
Cruise Control Light.................................. 212
Highbeam On Light................................... 213
Tow/Haul Mode Light................................ 213
Fuel Gage................................................. 213
Driver Information Center (DIC).................. 214
DIC Controls and Displays........................ 215
DIC Warnings and Messages.................... 220
DIC Vehicle Customization........................ 231Audio System(s)......................................... 240
Setting the Time (Radio with Single
CD Player)............................................. 242
Setting the Time (Radio with Six-Disc
CD Player)............................................. 244
Radio with CD........................................... 246
Using an MP3........................................... 257
XM Radio Messages................................. 264
Navigation/Radio System........................... 266
Rear Seat Entertainment System............... 266
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)............................. 266
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................. 268
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.................. 269
Radio Reception........................................ 270
Care of Your CDs..................................... 271
Care of the CD Player.............................. 271
Diversity Antenna System.......................... 272
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System....... 272
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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The main components of the instrument panel are the following:
A. Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 194.
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 167.
C. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument Panel
Cluster on page 198.
D. Windshield Wiper Lever. SeeWindshield
Wipers on page 170.
E. Analog Clock. SeeAnalog Clock on page 188.
F. Driver Information Center Controls (DIC).
SeeDIC Controls and Displays on page 215.
G. Hood Release. SeeHood Release on
page 355. Parking Brake Release. SeeParking
Brake on page 127.
H. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See
Instrument Panel Brightness on page 181.
I. Tilt Wheel Lever. SeeTilt Wheel on page 166.J. Adjustable Pedal Button (If Equipped). See
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on
page 120.
K. Horn. SeeHorn on page 166.
L. Ashtray (If Equipped). SeeAshtray(s) and
Cigarette Lighter on page 187.
M. Traction Control Button. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 281.
N. Tow/Haul Selector Button (If Equipped). See
Tow/Haul Mode on page 126.
O. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 166.
P. Dual Climate Control System. SeeDual
Climate Control System on page 189.
Q. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on
page 240.
R. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 153.
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Reducing Speed While Using Cruise
Control
There are two ways to reduce your speed while
using cruise control:
Press in the button at the end of the lever until
you reach the lower speed desired, then
release it.
To slow down in very small amounts, briey
press the set button. Each time you do this,
you will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.
Passing Another Vehicle While Using
Cruise Control
Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed.
When you take your foot off the pedal, the
vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed
you set earlier.
Using Cruise Control on Hills
How well the cruise control works on hills depends
upon the vehicle speed, load, and the steepness of
the hills. When going up steep hills, you might have
to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the
vehicle’s speed. When going downhill, you might
have to brake to keep the vehicle’s speed down.
Applying the brake will turn off the cruise control. If
you need to apply the brake due to the grade of the
downhill slope, you might not want to attempt to use
your cruise control feature.
Ending Cruise Control
To end a cruise control session, step lightly on the
brake pedal.
Stepping on the brake pedal will end the current
cruise control session only. Move the cruise control
switch to off to turn off the system completely.
Erasing Speed Memory
When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition,
the cruise control set speed memory is erased.
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When the exterior lamp control is in AUTO and it is
dark enough outside, the DRL will turn off and the
low-beam headlamps will turn on. When it is bright
enough outside, the low-beam headlamps will go
off, and the DRL will turn back on. If you start the
vehicle in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp
system will come on immediately. Once you leave
the garage, it will take about one minute for the
automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it
is light outside. During that delay, the instrument
panel cluster may not be as bright as usual. Make
sure the instrument panel brightness lever is in the
full bright position. SeeInstrument Panel Brightness
on page 181.
To drive the vehicle with the DRL off, turn the
exterior lamp control off. Then turn on the
fog lamps or parking lamps, and the DRL will turn
off. This will work regardless of gear position
and whether or not the parking brake is set.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular
headlamp system when you need it.Light Sensor
The light sensor for the DRL and AUTO headlamp
feature is located on top of the instrument panel.
If you cover the sensor, it will prevent it from
sensing light, and the exterior lamps may come on
whenever the ignition is on.
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When the System Does Not Seem to Work
Properly
The light may ash red when the vehicle is in
REVERSE (R), if the ultrasonic sensors are not
kept clean. So be sure to keep your rear bumper
free of mud, dirt, snow, ice and slush. Other
conditions that may affect system performance
include things like the vibrations from a jackhammer
or the compression of air brakes on a very large
truck. If after cleaning the rear bumper and then
driving forward at least 15 mph (25 km/h), the
display continues to ash red, see your dealer.
If a trailer was attached to your vehicle, or a
bicycle or an object was on the back of, or hanging
out of your liftgate during your last drive cycle,
the light may also ash red. The light will continue
to ash whenever in REVERSE (R) until your
vehicle is driven forward at least 15 mph (25 km/h)
without any obstructions behind the vehicle.
For cleaning instructions, seeWashing Your
Vehicle on page 447.
Accessory Power Outlet(s)
The accessory power outlets can be used to plug
in electrical equipment such as a cellular
telephone, CB radio, etc.
The vehicle has one outlet in front of the center
console on the instrument panel and one in
the rear compartment. Your vehicle may have
one or two outlets in the rear of the center console.
There is a small cap that must be removed to
access the accessory power outlet. When
not using the outlet be sure to cover it with the
protective cap.
Notice:Leaving electrical equipment plugged
in for an extended period of time while the
vehicle is off will drain the battery. Power is
always supplied to the outlets. Always unplug
electrical equipment when not in use and
do not plug in equipment that exceeds
the maximum 20 ampere rating.
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Charging System Light
This light will come on
briey when the ignition
is turned to ON to
show that it is working.
It should turn off once the engine is running. If it
stays on, or comes on while you are driving,
you may have a problem with the charging system.
It could indicate that there is a problem with the
generator, generator drive belt or another electrical
problem. Have is checked right away. Driving
while this light is on could drain your battery. If you
must drive a short distance with the light on, be
certain to turn off all unnecessary accessories,
such as the radio and air conditioner.
Brake System Warning Light
Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided
into two parts. If one part is not working, the other
part can still work and stop you. For good
braking, though, you need both parts working well.
If the warning light comes on, there is a brake
problem. Have your brake system inspected
right away.
This light should come on briey when you turn
the ignition key to ON. If it does not come on then,
have it xed so it will be ready to warn you if
there is a problem.
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