2009 CADILLAC SRX air conditioning

Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may be found on
the vehicle and what they mean. For more information
on the symbol, refer to the index.
0:Adjustable Pedals
9:Airbag Readiness Light
#:Air Conditioning
!:Antilock Brake System (ABS)
g:Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar®
$:Brake System Warning Light
":Charging System
I:Cruise Control
B:Engine Coolant Temperature
O:Exterior Lamps
#:Fog Lamps
.:Fuel Gage
+:Fuses
i:Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
j:LATCH System Child Restraints
*:Malfunction Indicator Lamp
::Oil Pressure
}:Power
/:Remote Vehicle Start
>:Safety Belt Reminders
7:Tire Pressure Monitor
_:Tow/Haul Mode
F:Traction Control
M:Windshield Washer Fluid
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Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................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..................................................3-15
Wiper Activated Headlamps............................3-16
Headlamps on Reminder................................3-16
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-16
Fog Lamps ..................................................3-17
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver........................3-18
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-18
Entry Lighting...............................................3-18
Parade Dimming...........................................3-18
Reading Lamps............................................3-19
Electric Power Management...........................3-19Accessory Power Outlet(s).............................3-20
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter......................3-20
Analog Clock...............................................3-21
Climate Controls............................................3-22
Dual Climate Control System..........................3-22
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-26
Rear Air Conditioning System.........................3-27
Passenger Compartment Air Filter...................3-28
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-29
Instrument Panel Cluster
................................3-30
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-31
Tachometer.................................................3-31
Engine Speed Limiter....................................3-31
Safety Belt Reminders...................................3-31
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-32
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...................3-33
Charging System Light..................................3-35
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-36
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light.....3-37
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light . . .3-37
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light......3-38
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................3-38
Tire Pressure Light.......................................3-39
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-39
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Climate Controls
Dual Climate Control System
The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the
vehicle can be controlled with this system.
A. Fan Control
B. Display
C. Air Delivery Mode
Control
D. Temperature Control
E. Air ConditioningF. Power
G. Air Inlet Control
H. PASS (Passenger)
Climate Control
I. Rear Window
Defogger
Automatic Operation
The system automatically controls the fan speed, air
delivery, and air conditioning in order to heat or cool the
vehicle to the desired temperature.
To place the system in automatic mode do the following:
AUTO (Automatic Mode):
1. Turn the fan and mode controls to the AUTO
position. This also sets the recirculation mode
to automatic operation on the display.
2. Press the up or down arrows to adjust the
temperature to a comfortable setting between
70°F (21°C) and 80°F (27°C).
3. Allow the system time to stabilize. This might take
several minutes in very hot or cold weather. Then
adjust the temperature, as needed for best comfort.
Choosing the coldest or warmest temperature
setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any
faster. In cold weather, the system starts at reduced
fan speeds to avoid blowing cold air into the vehicle
until warmer air is available. The automatic system
starts out blowing air at the oor, but changes modes
automatically as the vehicle warms up to maintain the
chosen temperature setting. The length of time
needed to warm the interior depends on the outside
temperature and the amount of time that has passed
since the vehicle was last driven.
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«ª(Driver’s Temperature Controls):Press the up
or down buttons closest to the driver to increase or
decrease the temperature inside the vehicle.
«ª(Passenger’s Temperature Controls):Press the
up or down buttons closest to the passenger to
increase or decrease the temperature for the front
passenger. If the passenger climate control system is
off, pressing either of these buttons turns it on.
Manual Operation
O(On/Off):Press to turn the climate control system on
or off. While off, adjusting any button or control,
except recirculation and rear window defog turns the
system back on. The air inlets default to outside
air when the climate control system is turned off.
9(Fan Control):Turn clockwise or counterclockwise
to increase or decrease the fan speed. The fan
speed remains at this speed until it is turned to AUTO
or adjusted to a different level. In the automatic position,
the blower might go to a lower speed during an
OnStar
®session to limit the background noise.Air Delivery Mode Control:
To change the current mode, select one of the following:
AUTO:Turns on the automatic delivery mode
operation.
F(Vent):Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets.
*(Bi-Level):Air is directed to the instrument panel
outlets and the oor outlets. The temperature of the air
to the oor will be warmer than the air to the upper
outlets.
7(Floor):Air is directed to the oor outlets with some
air directed to the outboard outlets, side window
outlets, and defroster outlet.
W(Defog):This mode clears the windows of fog or
moisture. Air is directed to the windshield and oor
outlets, with some air going to the outboard outlets and
side window outlets. When selected, the system
turns off recirculation and runs the air conditioning,
unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing.
If recirculation mode is selected while using the
defog mode, the system recirculates air for about
10 minutes and then returns to outside air mode.
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0(Defrost):This mode clears the windshield of fog or
frost more quickly. Air is directed to the windshield
with some air going to the side window outlets. When
selected, the system turns off recirculation and runs the
air conditioning compressor, unless the outside
temperature is at or below freezing.
Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear.
PASS (Passenger’s Climate Control):Press to
turn the passenger climate control system on or off.
Then press the passenger
«orªbuttons to adjust
the temperature. Pressing PASS again automatically
sets the passengers temperature to the drivers setting.
Turning off the passenger temperature display does
not turn off the passenger climate control system.
Air Inlet Modes
There are three options for bringing air into the climate
control system. They are controlled by pressing the
outside air button on the climate control panel.The climate control display indicates one of the
following three modes:
9(Auto Air Inlet):This mode lets the automatic
climate control system choose the best air inlet position
for cooling or warming the vehicle. To have full
automatic climate control, the fan and mode controls
must be set to the AUTO position. On hot days,
the recirculation mode may be selected automatically.
?(Recirculation):This mode recirculates and helps
to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle. It can be used to
prevent outside air and odors from entering the vehicle.
The recirculation mode cannot be used with oor, defog,
or defrosting modes. Using recirculation for long periods
of time can cause the air inside the vehicle to become
too dry or stuffy. To prevent this from happening, after the
air in the vehicle has cooled, select auto air inlet or
outside air.
F(Outside Air):Air is pulled from outside the
vehicle. Outside air is always selected in defrost mode
to prevent fogging.
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Air Conditioning
#
(Air Conditioning):Press to turn the air
conditioning on or off, and override the automatic
system. When selecting the AUTO fan or AUTO mode,
the air conditioning comes on automatically, as
necessary.
The air conditioning system removes moisture from the
air, so water might drip underneath the vehicle while
idling or after turning off the engine. This is normal.
Sensors
There is a solar sensor
located on top of the
instrument panel, near the
windshield.There is an interior
temperature sensor
located below the climate
control system next to
the steering wheel.
An ambient sensor is located behind the grille in front
of the vehicle.
These sensors help the climate control system
automatically control the temperature setting.
The system can supply cooler air to the side of the
vehicle facing the sun. The recirculation mode will also
be used as needed to maintain cool outlet temperatures.
Do not cover any of the sensors or the climate control
system might not work properly.
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Rear Air Conditioning System
For vehicles with the rear air conditioning system, it has
two fan speed selectors. One fan speed selector is
located in the front overhead console and the other is
located in the headliner above the second row seats.
The rear air conditioning system is designed to provide
cooled air only.
To operate the rear system
using the front control,
turn the knob to the
fan position desired.To use the rear control,
turn the front control to
AUX, then use the
rear control to increase
and decrease the airow.
Front Control
Rear Control
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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
This message displays when the pressure in one or
more of the vehicle’s tires needs to be checked.
This message also displays LEFT FRONT, RIGHT
FRONT, LEFT REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate which
tire needs to be checked. You can receive more than
one tire pressure message at a time. To read the other
messages that may have been sent at the same
time, press the set/reset button. If a tire pressure
message appears on the DIC, stop as soon as you can.
Have the tire pressures checked and set to those
shown on the Tire Loading Information label. SeeTires
on page 5-48,Loading the Vehicle on page 4-30,
andInflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-56. The DIC
also shows the tire pressure values. SeeDIC Operation
and Displays on page 3-46. If the tire pressure is low,
the low tire pressure warning light comes on. SeeTire
Pressure Light on page 3-39.
CRUISE SET TO XXX MPH (km/h)
This message displays whenever the cruise control is
set. SeeCruise Control on page 3-12for more
information.
DRIVER DOOR OPEN
This message displays when the driver door is not
closed completely. Make sure that the door is closed
completely.
ENGINE HOT – A/C
(Air Conditioning) OFF
This message displays when the engine coolant
becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature.
SeeEngine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-38.
To avoid added strain on a hot engine, the air
conditioning compressor automatically turns off.
When the coolant temperature returns to normal,
the air conditioning compressor turns back on.
You can continue to drive your vehicle.
If this message continues to appear, have the system
repaired by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible
to avoid damage to the engine.
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