2008 CADILLAC SRX turn signal

You can program your vehicle so that the exterior lamps
will ash when you unlock the doors with the RKE
transmitter. SeeDIC Vehicle Customization on page 3-62
for more information on programming this feature.
If your vehicle is programmed for remote conrmation,
the doors must be closed for this feature to work.
If a door is open, remote conrmation will be canceled.
/(Remote Vehicle Start):Your vehicle may be
started from outside the vehicle using the RKE
transmitter. SeeRemote Vehicle Start on page 2-7.
L(Panic Alarm):Press and release this button to
locate your vehicle. The turn signal lamps will ash and
the horn will sound three times. Press and hold this
button for more than two seconds to activate the panic
alarm. The turn signal lamps will ash and the horn
will sound repeatedly for 30 seconds. The alarm will
turn off when the ignition is turned to ON/RUN or
the alarm button is pressed again. The ignition must
be in LOCK/OFF for the panic alarm to work.
&(Power Liftgate):Press and hold this button
on the RKE transmitter to open and close the liftgate.
The taillamps will ash and a chime will sound to
indicate when the liftgate is opening and closing.
Matching Transmitter(s) to
Your Vehicle
Each RKE transmitter is coded to prevent another
transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter
is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased
through your dealer/retailer. Remember to bring any
additional transmitters with you so that all of them
can be re-coded to match the new transmitter. Once your
dealer/retailer has coded the new transmitter, the lost
transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. Each vehicle can
have a maximum of eight transmitters matched to it.
See RELEARN REMOTE KEY underDIC Operation and
Displays on page 3-48
Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the battery in your RKE transmitter
should last about four years.
The battery is weak if the transmitter will not work at the
normal range in any location. If you have to get close to
your vehicle before the transmitter works, it is probably
time to change the battery.
The REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message in
the vehicle’s DIC will display if the RKE transmitter
battery is low. See “REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE
KEY” underDIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-53.
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Laws in some communities may restrict the use of
remote starters. For example, some laws may require
a person using remote start to have the vehicle in
view when doing so. Check local regulations for any
requirements on remote starting of vehicles.
Do not use the remote start feature if your vehicle is
low on fuel. Your vehicle may run out of fuel.
Your RKE transmitter, with the remote start button,
provides an increased range of operation. However,
the range may be less while the vehicle is running.
As a result, you may need to be closer to your vehicle
to turn it off than you were to turn it on.
There are other conditions which can affect the
performance of the transmitter, seeRemote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-5for
additional information./(Remote Start):This button will be on the RKE
transmitter if you have remote start.
To start the vehicle using the remote start feature:
1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press and release the transmitter’s lock button,
then immediately press and hold the transmitter’s
remote start button until the turn signal lights
ash or if the vehicle’s lights are not visible,
press and hold the remote start button for at
least four seconds. The vehicle’s doors will lock.
Pressing the remote start button again after
the vehicle has started will turn off the vehicle.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn
on and remain on while the vehicle is running.
3. If it is the rst remote start since the vehicle has
been driven, repeat these steps, while the engine
is still running, to extend the engine running
time by 10 minutes. Remote start can be extended
one time.
After entering the vehicle during a remote start, insert
and turn the key to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle.
If the vehicle is left running it will automatically shut off
after 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done.
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5. After entering all of the switch positions, again,
rmly press and release all three buttons at the
same time. The indicator lights will turn on.
6. Press and hold the button you would like to use
to control the garage door until the garage door
moves. The indicator light above the selected
button should slowly blink. You may need to
hold the button from ve to 55 seconds.
7. Immediately release the button when the garage
door moves. The indicator light will blink rapidly
until programming is complete.
8. Press and release the same button again.
The garage door should move, conrming
that programming is successful and complete.
To program another Fixed Code device such as an
additional garage door opener, a security device,
or home automation device, repeat Steps 1-8,
choosing a different button in Step 6 than what
you used for the garage door opener.Using Universal Home Remote
Press and hold the appropriate button for at least
half of a second. The indicator light will come on
while the signal is being transmitted.
Reprogramming Universal Home
Remote Buttons
You can reprogram any of the three buttons by
repeating the instructions.
Erasing Universal Home
Remote Buttons
You should erase the programmed buttons when
you sell or terminate your lease.
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Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Other Warning Devices...................................3-6
Horn.............................................................3-6
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-6
Heated Steering Wheel...................................3-7
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-7
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................3-8
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................3-8
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-9
Windshield Wipers..........................................3-9
Windshield Washer.......................................3-10
Rear Window Wiper/Washer...........................3-11
Headlamp Washer........................................3-12
Cruise Control..............................................3-12
Headlamps..................................................3-16
Wiper Activated Headlamps............................3-16Headlamps on Reminder................................3-16
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-17
Fog Lamps..................................................3-18
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver........................3-19
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-19
Entry Lighting...............................................3-19
Parade Dimming...........................................3-19
Reading Lamps............................................3-20
Electric Power Management...........................3-20
Accessory Power Outlet(s).............................3-21
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter......................3-21
Analog Clock...............................................3-22
Climate Controls............................................3-23
Dual Climate Control System..........................3-23
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-29
Rear Air Conditioning System.........................3-29
Passenger Compartment Air Filter..................
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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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Hazard Warning Flashers
The hazard warning ashers let you warn the police
and others that you have a problem. The front and
rear turn signal lamps will ash on and off.
The hazard warning
asher button is located
towards the center of
the instrument panel.
Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal
lamps ash on and off. Press the button again to
turn the ashers off.
While the hazard warning ashers are on, the turn
signals do not work.
The hazard warning ashers work no matter what
position the key is in, and even if the key is not in
the ignition switch.
Other Warning Devices
If you carry reective triangles, you can set them up at
the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind
your vehicle.
Horn
Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering
wheel pad to sound the horn.
Tilt Wheel
A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before
you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your
legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle.
The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is
located on the left side of the steering column.
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To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the
lever. Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable
position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place.
Heated Steering Wheel
Your vehicle may have a heated steering wheel.
The button with this
symbol is located on
the left side of the
steering wheel.
Press the button to turn the heated steering wheel on or
off. A light on the button will display when the feature
is turned on.
The steering wheel will take about three minutes to start
heating.
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The lever on the left side of the steering column
includes the following:
GTurn and Lane-Change Signals. SeeTurn and
Lane-Change Signals on page 3-8.
PExterior Lamp Control. SeeHeadlamps on
page 3-16.
23Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer. See
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8.
Flash-To-Pass Feature. SeeFlash-to-Pass
on page 3-9.
-Fog Lamps. SeeFog Lamps on page 3-18.
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Turn and Lane-Change Signals
To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
The lever returns automatically when the turn is
complete.
An arrow on the instrument
panel cluster will ash
in the direction of the
turn or lane change.
Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to ash
to signal a lane change. Hold it there until the lane
change is complete. The lever returns to its original
position when it is released.
Rapid ashing of arrows when signaling for a turn or
lane change may be caused by a burned-out signal bulb.
Other driver’s will not see the signal.
Replace burned-out bulbs to help avoid possible
accidents. Check the fuse and for burned-out bulbs if
the arrow fails to work when signaling a turn. SeeFuses
and Circuit Breakers on page 5-101for more information.
Turn Signal On Chime
If the turn signal is left on for about34mile (1.2 km),
a warning chime will sound and the TURN SIGNAL ON
message will appear on the Driver Information Center
(DIC) display. See “Turn Signal On” underDIC Warnings
and Messages on page 3-53for more information.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Push forward on the turn signal/multifunction lever
to change the headlamps from low to high beam.
Pull the lever back and then release it to change
from high to low beam.
If the vehicle is turned off while the high beams are on,
they will come on the next time the vehicle is started.
The highbeam light on the
instrument panel cluster,
comes on while the
high-beam headlamps
are on.
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