2011 CADILLAC SRX air condition

Black plate (20,1)Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2011
5-20 Instruments and Controls
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
comes on and stays on while the
engine is running, this indicates that
there is an OBD II problem and
service is required.
Malfunctions often are indicated by
the system before any problem is
apparent. Being aware of the light
can prevent more serious damage
to the vehicle. This system assists
the service technician in correctly
diagnosing any malfunction.
Notice:If the vehicle is
continually driven with this light
on, after a while, the emission
controls might not work as well,
the vehicle fuel economy might
not be as good, and the engine
might not run as smoothly.
This could lead to costly repairs
that might not be covered by
the vehicle warranty. Notice:
Modifications made
to the engine, transmission,
exhaust, intake, or fuel system
of the vehicle or the replacement
of the original tires with other
than those of the same Tire
Performance Criteria (TPC) can
affect the vehicle's emission
controls and can cause this
light to come on. Modifications
to these systems could lead
to costly repairs not covered
by the vehicle warranty. This
could also result in a failure
to pass a required Emission
Inspection/Maintenance
test. See Accessories and
Modifications on page 10‑3.
This light comes on during a
malfunction in one of two ways:
Light Flashing: A misfire condition
has been detected. A misfire
increases vehicle emissions and
could damage the emission control
system on the vehicle. Diagnosis
and service might be required. To prevent more serious damage to
the vehicle:
.Reduce vehicle speed.
.Avoid hard accelerations.
.Avoid steep uphill grades.
.If towing a trailer, reduce the
amount of cargo being hauled
as soon as it is possible.
If the light continues to flash, when
it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle.
Find a safe place to park the
vehicle. Turn the vehicle off, wait at
least 10 seconds, and restart the
engine. If the light is still flashing,
follow the previous steps and see
your dealer for service as soon as
possible.
Light On Steady: An emission
control system malfunction has
been detected on the vehicle.
Diagnosis and service might be
required.

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Compass Messages
CAL
This message is displayed when the
compass needs to be calibrated.
SeeCompass on page 5‑7.
– – –
Three dashes will be displayed if the
compass needs service. See your
dealer for service.
Cruise Control Messages
APPLY BRAKE BEFORE
CRUISE
If this message displays when
attempting to activate cruise control,
apply the brake and then try again.
CRUISE SET TO XXX
This message will display when the
cruise control is set and shows the
speed it was set to. See Cruise
Control on page 9‑38 for more
information.
Door Ajar Messages
DOOR OPEN
A door open symbol will be
displayed on the DIC showing which
door is open. If the vehicle has been
shifted out of P (Park), a Door Open
message will also be displayed.
Close the door completely.
HOOD OPEN
This message will display along with
a hood open symbol when the hood
is open. Close the hood completely.
POWER LIFTGATE
UNAVAILABLE
This message will display if the
power liftgate encounters multiple
obstacles on the same power cycle.
After removing the obstructions, the
liftgate will resume normal power
operation.
REAR ACCESS OPEN
This message will display along with
a symbol when the liftgate is open.
Close the liftgate completely.
Engine Cooling System
Messages
A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH
ENGINE TEMP
This message displays when
the engine coolant becomes
hotter than the normal operating
temperature. 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 the vehicle.
If this message continues to appear,
have the system repaired by your
dealer as soon as possible to avoid
damage to the engine.
COOLANT LEVEL LOW ADD
COOLANT
This message will display if the
coolant is low. See Engine Coolant
on page 10‑19.

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5-38 Instruments and Controls
SERVICE TRACTION
CONTROL
This message displays when
there is a problem with the
Traction Control System (TCS).
SeeTraction Control System (TCS)
on page 9‑34.
SPORT MODE ON
This message displays when
Sport Mode has been activated.
See Selective Ride Control on
page 9‑37 andManual Mode on
page 9‑28 for more information.
Airbag System Messages
SERVICE AIRBAG
This message displays if there is
a problem with the airbag system.
Take the vehicle to your dealer for
service.
Safety Belt Messages
BUCKLE SEATBELT
This message displays as a
reminder when the safety belt
is not buckled.
Anti-Theft Alarm System
Messages
THEFT ATTEMPTED
This message displays if the vehicle
detects a tamper condition.
Service Vehicle Messages
SERVICE AC SYSTEM
This message is displayed if there is
a problem with the air conditioning
system. Take the vehicle to your
dealer for service.
SERVICE POWER STEERING
This message is displayed if there is
a problem with the power steering
system. Take the vehicle to your
dealer for service.
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
This message is displayed if there is
a problem with the vehicle. Take the
vehicle to your dealer for service.
Starting the Vehicle
Messages
PRESS BRAKE TO START
VEHICLE
This message is displayed when
attempting to start the vehicle
without first pressing the brake
pedal.
SERVICE KEYLESS START
SYSTEM
This message is displayed if there
is a problem with the keyless start
system. Take the vehicle to your
dealer for service.

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5-40 Instruments and Controls
Vehicle Reminder
Messages
ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE
WITH CARE
This message is displayed when ice
conditions are possible.
TURN WIPER CONTROL TO
INTERMITTENT FIRST
This message is displayed when
attempting to adjust the intermittent
wiper speed without intermittent
selected on the wiper control.
SeeWindshield Wiper/Washer on
page 5‑3.
Washer Fluid Messages
WASHER FLUID LOW ADD
FLUID
This message will be displayed
when the washer fluid level is
low. For information on filling the
washer fluid, see Washer Fluid on
page 10‑24.
Vehicle
Personalization
The audio system controls are
used to access the personalization
menus for customizing vehicle
features. Not all features are
available on every vehicle. Only the
features available on a particular
vehicle will be displayed on that
vehicle.
CONFIG (Configuration): Press
to access the Configuration
Settings Menu.
MENU / SELECT Knob: Press
the center of this knob to enter
the menus and select menu items.
Turn the knob to scroll through the
menus.
0BACK: Press to exit or move
backwards in a menu. Entering the Personalization
Menus
1. Press CONFIG to access the
Configuration Settings menu.
2. Turn the MENU / SELECT knob to highlight Vehicle Settings.
3. Press the center of the MENU / SELECT knob to select
the Vehicle Settings menu.
The following list of menu items will
be available:
.Climate and Air Quality
.Comfort and Convenience
.Language
.Lighting
.Power Door Locks
.Remote Locking, Unlocking,
Starting
.Return to Factory Settings
Turn the MENU / SELECT knob to
highlight the menu. Press the knob
to select it. Each of the menus is
detailed in the following information.

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Climate Controls 8-1
Climate Controls
Climate Control Systems
Dual Automatic Climate ControlSystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Rear Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Air Vents
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Maintenance
Passenger Compartment AirFilter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Climate Control Systems
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with
this system.
A. Fan Control
B. Power
C. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
D. ZONE
E. Defrost
F. Air Delivery Mode Control G. Driver and Passenger
Temperature Control
H. Driver and Passenger Heated and Ventilated Seats
I. Air Conditioning
J. Recirculation

Black plate (2,1)Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2011
8-2 Climate Controls
K. Outside Air
L. Rear Window Defogger
Automatic Operation
The system automatically controls
the fan speed, air delivery, air
conditioning and recirculation in
order to heat or cool the vehicle
to the desired temperature.
When the indicator light is on, the
system is in full automatic operation.
If the air delivery mode or fan
setting is manually adjusted, the
auto indicator turns off and displays
will show the selected settings.
To place the system in automatic
mode do the following:
1. Press AUTO.
2. Set the temperature. Allowthe system time to stabilize.
Then adjust the temperature
as needed for best comfort. English units can be changed
to metric units through the
Driver Information Center (DIC).
See
Vehicle Personalization on
page 5‑40.
Q/R(Driver and Passenger
Temperature Control): The
temperature can be adjusted
separately for the driver and the
passenger. Press to increase or
decrease the temperature.
ZONE: Press to link all climate
zone settings to the driver settings.
The ZONE indicator light turns off.
When the passenger settings are
adjusted, the ZONE indicator light
is on. Manual Operation
O(Power):
Press to turn the
climate control system on or off.
D C(Fan Control): Press to
increase or decrease the fan speed.
Pressing either button cancels
automatic operation and the system
goes into manual mode. Press
AUTO to return to automatic
operation.
H G(Air Delivery Mode Control):
Press to change the direction of the
airflow. The current mode appears
in the display screen. Changing
the mode cancels the automatic
operation and the system goes into
manual mode. Press AUTO to
return to automatic operation.

Black plate (3,1)Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2011
Climate Controls 8-3
To change the current mode, select
one of the following:
Y(Vent):Air is directed to the
instrument panel outlets.
\(Bi-Level): Air is divided
between the instrument panel
outlets and the floor outlets.
C(Tri‐Level): Air is divided
between the windshield, instrument
panel, and floor outlets.
[(Floor): Air is directed to the
floor outlets.
-(Defog): Clears the windows of
fog or moisture. Air is directed to the
windshield and floor outlets.
8(Upper): Air is directed to the
windshield outlets.
7(Hi-Level): Air is divided
between the windshield and
instrument panel outlets.
0(Defrost): Clears the
windshield of fog or frost more
quickly. Air is directed to the
windshield.
#(Air Conditioning): Press to
turn the automatic air conditioning
on or off. If the fan is turned off or
the outside temperature falls below
freezing, the air conditioner will
not run.
Press AUTO to return to automatic
operation and the air conditioner
runs as needed. When the indicator
light is on, the air conditioner runs
automatically to cool the air inside
the vehicle or to dry the air needed
to defog the windshield faster.
h(Recirculation): Press to turn
on recirculation. An indicator light
comes on. Air is recirculated to
quickly cool the inside of the vehicle
or prevent outside air and odors
from entering.
Automatic Air Recirculation:
When the AUTO indicator light
is on, the air is automatically
recirculated as needed to help
quickly cool the inside of the
vehicle. The climate control system may
have a sensor to detect air pollution.
In auto recirculation control, the Air
Quality Control system may operate.
To adjust the sensitivity of the
Air Quality Control, see Climate
and Air Quality under
Vehicle
Personalization on page 5‑40.
Auto Defog: The climate control
system may have a sensor to
automatically detect high humidity
inside the vehicle. When high
humidity is detected, the climate
control system may adjust to
outside air supply and turn on the
air conditioner. If the climate control
system does not detect possible
window fogging, it returns to normal
operation. To turn Auto Defog off
or on, see Climate and Air Quality
under Vehicle Personalization on
page 5‑40.
%(Outside Air): Press to turn
on outside air. An indicator light
comes on. Outside air is circulated
through the vehicle.

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Climate Controls 8-5
Rear Climate Control System
For vehicles with the rear heat and air conditioning controls, they are
integrated with the rear seat audio controls located in the center console.
Rear Climate Control with Rear Seat Audio Controls
A. Fan Control
B. Air Delivery Mode Control
C. Temperature Control ZONE:
When the rear climate
control is turned on from the rear,
the ZONE indicator light will turn on.
Press the ZONE button on the front climate control system to turn off
the rear blower and match the rear
settings to the front. The ZONE
indicator light and rear climate
control display will turn off.
The rear climate control can be
turned off by pressing the
Cbutton.
Independent Mode: This mode
directs rear seating airflow
according to the settings of
the rear controls.
The front climate control system
must be on for the rear climate
control to work. To turn on the rear
climate control from rear seating,
press any rear climate control
button.
The rear climate control will not
work if the front climate control
system is in defrost.