2008 CADILLAC SRX instrument cluster

LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN
This message displays when the driver side rear door
is not closed completely. Make sure that the door
is closed completely.
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.
SeeEngine Oil on page 5-16for 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 3-44.
A multiple chime sounds when this message is
displayed. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-16for 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/retailer 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 remind 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 Operation and
Displays on page 3-48. SeeUltrasonic Rear Parking
Assist (URPA) on page 2-45for more information.
PASSENGER DOOR OPEN
This message displays when the passenger 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.
REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE
This message displays while you are matching a
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to your vehicle.
See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle” under
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
on page 2-5andDIC Operation and Displays on
page 3-48for more information.
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REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
This message displays when the battery in the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter needs to be replaced.
To replace the battery, see “Battery Replacement” under
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on
page 2-5.
RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN
This message displays when the passenger side rear
door is not closed completely. Make sure that the door
is closed completely.
SERVICE AIR BAG
This message displays when there is a problem with
the airbag system. Have your vehicle serviced by your
dealer/retailer immediately. SeeAirbag Readiness
Light on page 3-34for more information.
SERVICE A/C SYSTEM
This message displays when the air delivery mode door
or the electronic sensors that control the air conditioning
and heating systems are no longer working. Have the
climate control system serviced by your dealer/retailer
if you notice a drop in heating and air conditioning
efficiency.
SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING
SYSTEM
This message displays when there is a problem with the
generator and battery charging systems. Driving with this
problem could drain the battery. Turn off all unnecessary
accessories. Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is
safe to do so. Have the electrical system checked by your
dealer/retailer. Under certain conditions, the charging
system light may also turn on in the instrument panel
cluster. SeeCharging System Light on page 3-37for
more information.
SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST
This message displays if there is a problem with the
brake system. The brake system warning light and the
antilock brake system warning light may also display on
the instrument panel cluster. SeeBrake System Warning
Light on page 3-38andAntilock Brake System Warning
Light on page 3-39for 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/retailer as soon as possible. SeeBrakes on
page 5-35for more information.
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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 3-38for more
information. Have the brake system serviced by your
dealer/retailer 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. SeeUltrasonic Rear
Parking Assist (URPA) on page 2-45for more
information. See your dealer/retailer for service.
SERVICE POWER STEERING
Your vehicle may have a speed variable assist steering
system. SeeSteering on page 4-8.
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.
SERVICE STABILITRAK
This message displays if there has been a problem
detected with the StabiliTrak®system.
If this message comes on while you are driving, pull off
the road as soon as possible and stop carefully. Try
resetting the system by turning the ignition off then back
on. If this message still stays on or comes back on again
while you are driving, your vehicle needs service. Have
the StabiliTrak
®system inspected by your dealer/retailer
as soon as possible. SeeStabiliTrak®System on
page 4-7for more information.
SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS (System)
This message displays when the magnetic ride
control or automatic leveling control system is not
operating properly. Have your vehicle serviced by your
dealer/retailer.
SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM
This message displays when there is a problem with
the theft-deterrent system programmed in the key.
A fault has been detected in the system which means
that the system is disabled and it is not protecting
the vehicle. The vehicle usually restarts; however, you
may want to take the vehicle to your dealer/retailer
before turning off the engine. SeePASS-Key
®III+
Operation on page 2-22for more information.
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SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM
This message displays if a part on the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS) is not working properly. The tire
pressure light also ashes and then remains on during
the same ignition cycle. SeeTire Pressure Light on
page 3-41. Several conditions may cause this message
to appear. SeeTire Pressure Monitor Operation on
page 5-62for more information. If the warning comes on
and stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS.
See your dealer/retailer.
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/retailer
for service. SeeTraction Control System (TCS) on
page 4-5for more information.
SERVICE TRANSMISSION
This message displays when there is a problem with the
vehicle’s transmission. Have your vehicle serviced by
your dealer/retailer.
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
This message displays when a non-emissions related
malfunction occurs. Have your vehicle serviced by your
dealer/retailer 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/retailer.
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 4-7for
more information.
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Limited-Slip Rear Axle
Your vehicle may have this feature. A limited-slip rear
axle can give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice,
sand or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of
the time, but when one of the rear wheels has no
traction and the other does, this feature will allow the
wheel with traction to move the vehicle.
StabiliTrak®System
Your vehicle is equipped with a vehicle stability
enhancement system called StabiliTrak®.Itisan
advanced computer controlled system that assists
you with directional control of the vehicle in difficult
driving conditions.
StabiliTrak
®activates when the computer senses a
discrepancy between your intended path and the
direction the vehicle is actually traveling. StabiliTrak
®
selectively applies braking pressure at any one of
the vehicle’s brakes to help steer the vehicle in the
direction which you are steering.
When the stability control system activates, the
traction control system and StabiliTrak
®light will
ash on the instrument panel cluster. This also
occurs when traction control is activated.You may also hear a noise or feel vibration in the brake
pedal. This is normal. Continue to steer the vehicle in the
direction you want it to go.
If there is a problem detected with StabiliTrak
®,a
SERVICE STABILITRAK message will be displayed on
the Driver Information Center. SeeDIC Warnings
and Messages on page 3-53. When this message is
displayed, the system is not operational. Driving should
be adjusted accordingly.
StabiliTrak
®comes on automatically whenever you start
your vehicle. To help assist you with directional control of
the vehicle, you should always leave the system on. You
can turn StabiliTrak
®off if you ever need to through the
TC (traction control) on/off button. A STABILITRAK OFF
message will appear in the DIC when it has been turned
off. SeeTraction Control System (TCS) on page 4-5.
If your vehicle is in cruise control when the StabiliTrak
®
activates, the cruise control will automatically
disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely
use it again, you may reengage the cruise control. See
Cruise Control on page 3-12for more information.
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Engine Oil
Your vehicle could have
an oil pressure light on
the instrument cluster.
There is also an OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE
message on the Driver Information Center (DIC).
If the light and/or message appears, check the
engine oil level right away. For more information, see
“OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE” underDIC
Warnings and Messages on page 3-53andOil Pressure
Light on page 3-44. You should check the engine oil
level regularly; this is an added reminder.
Checking Engine Oil
It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time you
get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil
must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See
Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12for
the location of the engine oil dipstick.
1. Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes
to drain back into the oil pan. If you do not do this,
the oil dipstick might not show the actual level.
2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel
or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it
again, keeping the tip down, and check the level.
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When a low tire pressure
condition is detected, the
TPMS illuminates the
low tire pressure warning
light located on the
instrument panel cluster.
At the same time a message to check the pressure
in a specic tire appears on the Driver Information
Center (DIC) display. The low tire pressure warning
light and the DIC warning message come on at
each ignition cycle until the tires are inated to the
correct ination pressure. Using the DIC, tire pressure
levels can be viewed by the driver. For additional
information and details about the DIC operation and
displays seeDIC Operation and Displays on page 3-48
andDIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-53.The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool
weather when the vehicle is rst started, and then
turn off as you start to drive. This could be an early
indicator that the air pressure in the tire(s) are getting
low and need to be inated to the proper pressure.
A Tire and Loading Information label, attached to
your vehicle, shows the size of your vehicle’s original
equipment tires and the correct ination pressure
for your vehicle’s tires when they are cold. SeeLoading
Your Vehicle on page 4-33, for an example of the
Tire and Loading Information label and its location
on your vehicle. Also seeInflation - Tire Pressure
on page 5-59.
Your vehicle’s TPMS can warn you about a low tire
pressure condition but it does not replace normal
tire maintenance. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation
on page 5-66andTires on page 5-51.
Notice:Liquid tire sealants could damage the
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensors.
Sensor damage caused by using a tire sealant is
not covered by your warranty. Do not use liquid
tire sealants.
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Relays Usage
IGN Ignition Switch (ON)
STRTR Starter Solenoid
PWR/TRN Powertrain/Engine Control Module
HI BEAM High-Beam Headlamps
SPARE Spare
WPR Windshield Wiper System - On/Off
WPR HIWindshield Wiper
System - Low/High
HDLP WASH Headlamp Washer Pump (Option)
LO BEAM -
W/O HID/HIDLow-Beam Headlamps
REAR WASH Rear Washer Pump
HORN Horn
A/C CMPRSR
CLTCHAir Conditioning Compressor Clutch
FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump
ACCYAccessory Power (Rear Wipers,
Inside Rearview Mirror)
J Case Fuses Usage
FAN 2 Right Cooling Fan Motor
SPARE Spare
FAN 1 Left Cooling Fan Motor
J Case Fuses Usage
BLWR Front Blower Motor Assembly
STRTR Starter Solenoid
LPDB 2LRPDB (Left Side Rear Power
Distribution Box)
ABS MOTOR Antilock Brake System Module
LPDB 1LRPDB (Left Side Rear Power
Distribution Box)
RPDB 1RRPDB (Right Side Rear Power
Distribution Box)
SPARE Spare
SPARE Spare
RPDB 2RRPDB (Right Side Rear Power
Distribution Box)
Mini Fuses Usage
FRT WASH Front Washer Pump
SPARE Spare
SPARE Spare
AIRBAGSensing Diagnostic Module (SDM),
Occupant Sensor Display,
Instrument Cluster
ABS IGNAntilock Braking System Ignition,
Variable Effort Steering
IGN SW Ignition Switch, Immobilizer Module
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