2008 CADILLAC SRX brake light

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 3-38for
more information.
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. Make
sure 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 4-41for more information.
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How the System Works
URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is
moved into REVERSE (R). The rear display will then
briey illuminate to let you know the system is working.
URPA operates only at speeds less than 3 mph (5 km/h).
If you are above this speed, the red light on the rear
display will ash.
To be detected, objects must be at least 10 inches
(25.4 cm) off the ground and below liftgate level.
Objects must also be within 5 feet (1.5 m) from your
rear bumper. This distance may be less during warmer
or humid weather.
A single beep will sound the rst time an object is
detected between 20 inches (0.5 m) and 5 feet (1.5 m)
away. Beeping will occur for three seconds when
you are closer than 1 foot (0.3 m) from the object.
The following describes what will occur with the URPA
display as you get closer to a detected object:
Description English Metric
amber light 5 ft 1.5 m
amber/amber lights 40 in 1.0 m
amber/amber/red lights 20 in 0.5 m
amber/amber/red lights
ashing and beep for
three seconds1 ft 0.3 mThe system can be disabled using the Driver Information
Center (DIC). See “Parking Assist” underDIC Operation
and Displays on page 3-48.
When the System Does Not Seem to
Work Properly
The driver disables the system.
The parking brake pedal is depressed.
The ultrasonic sensors are not clean. Keep your
vehicle’s rear bumper free of mud, dirt, snow,
ice and slush. For cleaning instructions, see
Washing Your Vehicle on page 5-94.
A trailer was attached to your vehicle, or a bicycle
or an object was hanging out of your liftgate
during your last drive cycle, the red light may
illuminate. Once the attached object is removed,
URPA will return to normal operation.
A tow bar is attached to your vehicle.
The vehicle’s bumper is damaged. Take the vehicle
to your dealer/retailer to repair the system.
Other conditions may affect system performance,
such as vibrations from a jackhammer or the
compression of air brakes on a very large truck.
If the system is still disabled, after driving forward at
least 15 mph (25 km/h), take your vehicle to your
dealer/retailer.
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Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-31
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-32
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-33
Tachometer.................................................3-33
Engine Speed Limiter....................................3-33
Safety Belt Reminders...................................3-33
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-34
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...................3-35
Charging System Light..................................3-37
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-38
Antilock Brake System Warning Light...............3-39
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light......3-39
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light......3-40
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................3-40
Tire Pressure Light.......................................3-41
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-42
Oil Pressure Light.........................................3-44
Security Light...............................................3-45
Fog Lamp Light............................................3-45
Lights On Reminder......................................3-46
Cruise Control Light......................................3-46Highbeam On Light.......................................3-46
Tow/Haul Mode Light....................................3-46
Fuel Gage...................................................3-47
Driver Information Center (DIC).......................3-47
DIC Operation and Displays...........................3-48
DIC Warnings and Messages.........................3-53
DIC Vehicle Customization.............................3-62
Audio System(s).............................................3-70
Setting the Time...........................................3-71
Radio(s) (MP3).............................................3-75
Using an MP3..............................................3-84
XM Radio Messages.....................................3-89
Navigation/Radio System..............................
.3-90
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System...........3-90
Rear Seat Audio (RSA).................................3-90
Theft-Deterrent Feature..................................3-92
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.......................3-92
Radio Reception...........................................3-93
Rear Side Window Antenna...........................3-94
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System.............3-94
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 3-29.
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7.
C. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument Panel
Cluster on page 3-32.
D. Windshield Wiper Lever. SeeWindshield Wipers on
page 3-9.
E. Analog Clock. SeeAnalog Clock on page 3-22.
F. Driver Information Center Controls (DIC). SeeDIC
Operation and Displays on page 3-48.
G. Hood Release. SeeHood Release on page 5-11.
Parking Brake Release. SeeParking Brake on
page 2-34.
H. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. SeeInstrument
Panel Brightness on page 3-19.
I. Cruise Control Buttons. SeeCruise Control on
page 3-12.
J. Tilt Wheel Lever. SeeTilt Wheel on page 3-6.K. Adjustable Pedal Button (If Equipped). See
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 2-28.
L. Horn. SeeHorn on page 3-6.
M. Audio Steering Wheel Controls. SeeAudio Steering
Wheel Controls on page 3-92.
N. Ashtray (If Equipped). SeeAshtray(s) and Cigarette
Lighter on page 3-21.
O. Traction Control Button. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 4-5.
P. Tow/Haul Selector Button (If Equipped).
SeeTow/Haul Mode on page 2-33.
Q. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 3-6.
R. Dual Climate Control System. SeeDual Climate
Control System on page 3-23.
S. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on page 3-70.
T. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 2-57.
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When the brakes are applied, the cruise control
shuts off.
If your vehicle has the StabiliTrak
®system and begins to
limit wheel spin while using cruise control, the cruise
control automatically disengages. SeeStabiliTrak
®
System on page 4-7. Turn the cruise control back on,
when road conditions allow safe usage.The cruise control buttons are located on the outboard
side of the steering wheel.
T(On/Off):Press this button to turn the system
on and off. The indicator light on the button turns
on when cruise control is on and turns off when
cruise control is off.
+ RES (Resume/Accelerate):Press this button to
make the vehicle accelerate or resume to a previously
set speed.
SET−(Set/Coast):Press this button to set the speed
or make the vehicle slow down.
[(Cancel):Press this button to cancel cruise control
without erasing the set speed from memory.
Cruise Control
Cruise Control w/Heated
Steering Wheel
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Setting Cruise Control
Cruise control will not work if the parking brake is set,
or if the master cylinder brake uid level is low.
The cruise control light on the instrument panel cluster
comes on after the cruise control has been set to
the desired speed.
{CAUTION:
If you leave your cruise control on when you
are not using cruise, you might hit a button
and go into cruise when you do not want to.
You could be startled and even lose control.
Keep the cruise control switch off until you
want to use cruise control.
1. Press the cruise control
TOn/Off button.
2. Get up to the desired speed.
3. Press the SET−button located on the steering
wheel and release it.
4. Take your foot off the accelerator.
Resuming a Set Speed
If the brakes are applied while the cruise control is at a
set speed, the cruise control disengages. But it does
not need to be reset.
Once the vehicle reaches about 25 mph (40 km/h) or
more, press the +RES button on the steering wheel.
The vehicle returns to the speed selected previously
and stays there.
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise
Control
To increase the cruise speed while using cruise control:
Press and hold the +RES button on the steering
wheel until the new desired speed is reached,
and then release the button.
To increase vehicle speed in small increments,
press the +RES button. Each time this is done,
your vehicle goes about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster.
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Reducing Speed While Using Cruise
Control
To reduce the vehicle speed while using cruise control:
Press and hold the SET– button on the steering
wheel until the desired lower speed is reached,
and then release the button.
To slow down in very small amounts, press
the SET– button on the steering wheel briey.
Each time this is done, the vehicle goes 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, your vehicle
slows down to the cruise control speed that was
set earlier.
Using Cruise Control on Hills
How well your cruise control will work on hills depends
upon your 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 speed. When
going downhill, you might have to brake or shift to a lower
gear to keep the vehicle speed down. If the brake is
applied the cruise control is disengaged. Many drivers
nd this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise
control on steep hills.
Ending Cruise Control
There are three ways to end cruise control:
Step lightly on the brake pedal.
Press the[button on the steering wheel.
Press theTbutton on the steering wheel.
Erasing Speed Memory
When the cruise control or the ignition is turned off,
the cruise control set speed memory is erased.
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Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier
for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions,
but they can be especially helpful in the short periods
after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional daytime
running lamps are required on all vehicles rst sold
in Canada.
The DRL system will make the turn signal lamps come
on when the following conditions are met:
It is daylight and the ignition is in the ON/RUN
position.
The exterior lamp control is in the off or AUTO
position and the headlamps are off.
The automatic transmission is not in PARK (P).
When DRL are on, only the front turn signal lamps
will be on. No other exterior lamps will be on. The
instrument panel cluster will not be lit up either.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 the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the
automatic headlamp system comes on immediately.
Once you leave the garage, it takes 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 3-19.
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, the regular headlamp system
should be turned on when needed.
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