2007 CADILLAC SRX power steering fluid

Service........................................................ 346
Accessories and Modications................... 347
California Proposition 65 Warning.............. 347
Doing Your Own Service Work.................. 348
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle.......................................... 348
Fuel............................................................. 349
Gasoline Octane........................................ 349
Gasoline Specications.............................. 350
California Fuel........................................... 350
Additives................................................... 350
Fuels in Foreign Countries........................ 351
Filling the Tank......................................... 352
Filling a Portable Fuel Container............... 354
Checking Things Under the Hood.............. 354
Hood Release........................................... 355
Engine Compartment Overview.................. 356
Engine Oil................................................. 360
Engine Oil Life System.............................. 363
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter............................ 365Automatic Transmission Fluid.................... 367
Engine Coolant.......................................... 368
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap............ 371
Engine Overheating................................... 372
Overheated Engine Protection
Operating Mode..................................... 374
Cooling System......................................... 374
Power Steering Fluid ................................. 379
Windshield Washer Fluid........................... 380
Brakes...................................................... 381
Battery...................................................... 385
Jump Starting............................................ 386
All-Wheel Drive........................................... 392
Rear Axle.................................................... 394
Front Axle................................................... 395
Bulb Replacement....................................... 396
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting..... 396
Halogen Bulbs........................................... 396
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement....... 397
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
343

A. Underhood Fuse Block. SeeUnderhood Fuse
Block on page 455.
B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See
“Adding Washer Fluid” underWindshield
Washer Fluid on page 380.
C. Battery. SeeBattery on page 385.
D. Passenger Compartment Air Filter. See
Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 195.
E. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. SeePower
Steering Fluid on page 379.
F. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine
Oil” underEngine Oil on page 360.G. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of View). See
“Checking Engine Oil” underEngine Oil on
page 360.
H. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See “Brake
Fluid” underBrakes on page 381.
I. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap.
SeeCoolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap on
page 371andCooling System on page 374.
J. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 365.
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A. Underhood Fuse Block. SeeUnderhood Fuse
Block on page 455.
B. Battery. SeeBattery on page 385.
C. Passenger Compartment Air Filter. See
Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 195.
D. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See
“Adding Washer Fluid” underWindshield
Washer Fluid on page 380.
E. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. SeePower
Steering Fluid on page 379.
F. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine
Oil” underEngine Oil on page 360.G. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of View). See
“Checking Engine Oil” underEngine Oil on
page 360.
H. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See “Brake
Fluid” underBrakes on page 381.
I. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap.
SeeCoolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap on
page 371andCooling System on page 374.
J. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 365.
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4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off,
start the engine and let it run until you can
feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. The
upper radiator hose is the largest of the
hoses which comes out of the radiator, on the
passenger’s side of the vehicle. Watch out
for the engine cooling fans.
By this time, the coolant level inside the
coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level
is lower, add more of the proper mixture
to the coolant surge tank until the level
reaches the FULL COLD/FROID line on the
side of the coolant surge tank.
5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the
pressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated.
Recheck the coolant level in the bottle next time
you use your vehicle to insure the system is
full when cold. SeeEngine Coolant on page 368.Power Steering Fluid
SeeEngine
Compartment Overview
on page 356for
reservoir location.
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
It is not necessary to regularly check power
steering uid unless you suspect there is a leak in
the system or you hear an unusual noise. A
uid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Have the system inspected and repaired.
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How to Check Power Steering Fluid
To check the power steering uid, do the following:
1. Turn the key off and let the engine
compartment cool down.
2. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean.
3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a
clean rag.
4. Replace the cap and completely tighten it.
5. Remove the cap again and look at the
uid level on the dipstick.
The level should be within the HOT mark. If
necessary, add only enough uid to bring the level
within the mark.
What to Use
To determine what kind of uid to use, see
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 480.
Always use the proper uid. Failure to use the
proper uid can cause leaks and damage hoses
and seals.
Windshield Washer Fluid
What to Use
When you need windshield washer uid, be sure to
read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If
you will be operating your vehicle in an area where
the temperature may fall below freezing, use a uid
that has sufficient protection against freezing.
Adding Washer Fluid
The WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID message
will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC)
when the uid level is low. SeeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 220for more information.
Open the cap with the
washer symbol on it.
Add washer uid
until the tank is full. See
Engine Compartment
Overview on page 356
for reservoir location.
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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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Appearance Care (cont.)
Tires........................................................ 450
Underbody Maintenance........................... 451
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials.......... 452
Washing Your Vehicle.............................. 447
Weatherstrips........................................... 447
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 449
Wood Panels........................................... 447
Ashtray(s).................................................... 187
Audio System(s).......................................... 240
Audio Steering Wheel Controls................. 269
Care of Your CD Player........................... 271
Care of Your CDs.................................... 271
Diversity Antenna System......................... 272
Navigation/Radio System,
see Navigation Manual......................... 266
Radio with CD......................................... 246
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)............................ 266
Setting the Time..............................242, 244
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................ 268
Understanding Radio Reception............... 270
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...... 272
Automatic Transmission
Fluid........................................................ 367
Operation................................................. 122B
Battery........................................................ 385
Electric Power Management..................... 183
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver................. 181
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.................... 313
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................. 279
Emergencies............................................ 281
Panic Assist............................................. 284
Parking.................................................... 127
System Warning Light.............................. 204
Brake Pedal, Throttle................................... 120
Brakes........................................................ 381
Braking....................................................... 278
Braking in Emergencies............................... 281
Break-In, New Vehicle................................. 116
Bulb Replacement....................................... 396
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 396
High Intensity Discharge (HID)
Lighting................................................ 396
Buying New Tires........................................ 416
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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
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