2008 CADILLAC SRX airbag

If you want to do some of your own service work, you
should use the proper service manual. It tells you much
more about how to service your vehicle than this
manual can. To order the proper service manual, see
Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-17.
Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting
to do your own service work, seeServicing Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-70.
You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list
the mileage and the date of any service work you
perform. SeeMaintenance Record on page 6-16.
Adding Equipment to the Outside
of Your Vehicle
Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle
can affect the airow around it. This can cause
wind noise and can affect fuel economy and windshield
washer performance. Check with your dealer/retailer
before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle.
Fuel
Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of
the proper maintenance of your vehicle. To help
keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle
performance, we recommend the use of gasoline
advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline.
The 8th digit of the Vehicle Identication Number (VIN)
shows the code letter or number that identies your
vehicle’s engine. The VIN is at the top left of the
instrument panel. SeeVehicle Identification Number
(VIN) on page 5-99.
Gasoline Octane
If your vehicle has the 3.6L V6 engine (VIN Code 7),
use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane
rating of 87 or higher. For best performance or trailer
towing, you could choose to use middle grade 89 octane
unleaded gasoline. If the octane rating is less than 87,
you might notice an audible knocking noise when you
drive, commonly referred to as spark knock. If this occurs,
use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as
possible. If you are using gasoline rated at 87 octane
or higher and you hear heavy knocking, the engine
needs service.
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Different Size Tires and Wheels
If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than
your original equipment wheels and tires, this could
affect the way your vehicle performs, including its
braking, ride and handling characteristics, stability,
and resistance to rollover. Additionally, if your vehicle
has electronic systems such as anti-lock brakes, rollover
airbags, traction control, and electronic stability control,
the performance of these systems can be affected.
{CAUTION:
If you add different sized wheels, your
vehicle may not provide an acceptable
level of performance and safety if tires not
recommended for those wheels are selected.
You may increase the chance that you will
crash and suffer serious injury. Only use
GM specic wheel and tire systems developed
for your vehicle, and have them properly
installed by a GM certied technician.
SeeBuying New Tires on page 5-68andAccessories
and Modifications on page 5-3for additional information.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable
on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder
and maximum section width. For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
The following information relates to the system
developed by the United States National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which
grades tires by treadwear, traction, and
temperature performance. This applies only to
vehicles sold in the United States. The grades are
molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car
tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG)
system does not apply to deep tread, winter-type
snow tires, space-saver, or temporary use
spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of
10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some
limited-production tires.
While the tires available on General Motors
passenger cars and light trucks may vary with
respect to these grades, they must also conform
to federal safety requirements and additional
General Motors Tire Performance Criteria (TPC)
standards.
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Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
Notice:Do not add anything electrical to your
vehicle unless you check with your dealer/retailer
rst. Some electrical equipment can damage your
vehicle and the damage would not be covered by
your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can
keep other components from working as they should.
Add-on equipment can drain your vehicle’s battery,
even if your vehicle is not operating.
Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting
to add anything electrical to your vehicle, seeServicing
Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-70.
Windshield Wiper Fuses
The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal
circuit breaker. If the wiper motor overheats due to
heavy snow, the wipers will stop until the motor cools
and will then restart.
Power Windows and Other
Power Options
Circuit breakers in the fuse block protect the power
windows and other power accessories. When the
current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens
and closes, protecting the circuit until the problem is
xed or goes away.
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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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Relays Usage
RUN RLYRear Air Conditioning Blower Motor,
Climate Control Ignition,
Heated Steering Wheel
SPARE Spare
Mini Fuses Usage
WPR ISRVM
VICSRear Wiper Switch,
Inside Rearview Mirror
THEFT UGDO Garage Door Opener
SPARE Spare
CNSTR/VENT Canister Vent Solenoid
PWER L/GATE Power Liftgate Module
REAR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger
SPARE Spare
BCM 3Hush Panel Lamps, Overhead
Courtesy Lamp Assembly,
Right Side Front Turn Lamp
REAR A/C Rear Air Conditioning System
RUN Climate Control Module
HDD/STR/WHL Heated Steering Wheel
SPARE Spare
SPARE Spare
SPARE Spare
Mini Fuses Usage
DR/LCK Rear Door Locks
PDMPassenger Door Module (Locks,
Outside Mirror, Window Switches)
AIRBAGSensing Diagnostic Module (SDM),
Occupant Sensor, Roll-over Sensor
SPARE Spare
MRTD Suspension Module
ELCElectronic Leveling Compressor
(ELC) Exhaust Solenoid, ELC Relay
J Case Fuses Usage
S/ROOF/MDL Power Sunroof Module
PWR LIFT
GATEPower Liftgate Motors
Circuit
BreakersUsage
PWR/SEATS Power Seat Motors
Misc. Usage
FUSE PLR Fuse Puller
J/C Joint Connector
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Current and Past Model Order Forms
Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available
for current and past model GM vehicles. To request
an order form, specify year and model name of
the vehicle.
ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Eastern Time
For Credit Card Orders Only
(VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc.
on the World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com
Or you can write to:
Helm, Incorporated
P.O. Box 07130
Detroit, MI 48207
Prices are subject to change without notice and without
incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery.
Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are
quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are to make
checks payable in U.S. funds.
Vehicle Data Recording and
Privacy
Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated
computers that record information about the vehicle’s
performance and how it is driven. For example, your
vehicle uses computer modules to monitor and control
engine and transmission performance, to monitor the
conditions for airbag deployment and deploy airbags in a
crash and, if so equipped, to provide antilock braking to
help the driver control the vehicle. These modules may
store data to help your dealer/retailer technician service
your vehicle. Some modules may also store data about
how you operate the vehicle, such as rate of fuel
consumption or average speed. These modules may also
retain the owner’s personal preferences, such as radio
pre-sets, seat positions, and temperature settings.
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Accessories and Modications............................ 5-3
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle.......................................................1-70
Additives, Fuel................................................. 5-7
Add-On Electrical Equipment...........................5-100
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal..................2-28
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................5-21
Air Conditioning..............................................3-23
Airbag
Passenger Status Indicator...........................3-35
Readiness Light..........................................3-34
Airbag System................................................1-55
What Will You See After an Airbag Inates?....1-64
When Should an Airbag Inate?....................1-61
Where Are the Airbags?...............................1-58
Airbag Systems
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle...................................................1-70
How Does an Airbag Restrain?......................1-63
Passenger Sensing System...........................1-65
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..........1-70
What Makes an Airbag Inate?......................1-63
All-Wheel Drive...............................................5-44
All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System........................... 4-8
Analog Clock..................................................3-22
Antenna, Rear Side Window.............................3-94Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System.....3-94
Antilock Brake System (ABS)............................. 4-4
Antilock Brake, System Warning Light................3-39
Appearance Care
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels..............5-96
Care of Safety Belts....................................5-94
Chemical Paint Spotting...............................5-97
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses....................5-94
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-92
Finish Care.................................................5-95
Finish Damage............................................5-97
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.......................................5-93
Interior Cleaning..........................................5-91
Leather......................................................5-93
Sheet Metal Damage...................................5-97
Speaker Covers..........................................5-93
Tires..........................................................5-96
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-97
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials................5-98
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-94
Weatherstrips..............................................5-94
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................5-95
Wood Panels..............................................5-93
Appointments, Scheduling Service.....................7-10
Ashtray.........................................................3-21
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Ignition Positions.............................................2-25
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............1-35
Ination - Tire Pressure...................................5-59
Instrument Panel
Overview..................................................... 3-4
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Brightness..................................................3-19
Cluster.......................................................3-32
J
Jump Starting.................................................5-40
K
Keyless Entry System....................................... 2-4
Keys............................................................... 2-3
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall.....................................5-53
Lamps
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver......................3-19
Reading.....................................................3-20Lap-Shoulder Belt...........................................1-26
LATCH System
Child Restraints...........................................1-43
Level Control..................................................4-40
Liftgate, Power...............................................2-13
Light
Airbag Readiness........................................3-34
Antilock Brake System Warning.....................3-39
Brake System Warning.................................3-38
Charging System.........................................3-37
Cruise Control.............................................3-46
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning.............3-40
Fog Lamp..................................................3-45
Highbeam On.............................................3-46
Lights On Reminder.....................................3-46
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-42
Oil Pressure...............................................3-44
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator..................3-35
Safety Belt Reminders..................................3-33
Security.....................................................3-45
TCS Warning Light......................................3-39
Tire Pressure..............................................3-41
Tow/Haul Mode...........................................3-46
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning..........3-39
Lighting
Entry.........................................................3-19
Parade Dimming..........................................3-19
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