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Cadillac SRX 2012 User Manual

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In Brief . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . .1-4
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .2-23
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Front Seats . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . 3-4
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-11
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-14
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..3-23
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-3
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . ...4-11
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Information Displays . . . . . . . .. . 5-27
Vehicle Messages.. . . . . . . . . . . 5-32
Vehicle Personalization.. . . . . . 5-40
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-46
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . 6-7
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19
Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-37
Phone . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . 7-49
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 7-73
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 8-6
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-16
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-23
Automatic Transmission . . . . . .9-24
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 9-28
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . .9-32
Cruise Control . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 9-36
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-38
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-46
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-52
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-61
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Vehicle Care . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . .10-3
Vehicle Checks.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-28
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-32
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-41
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-49
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-88
Towing . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-93
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . .10-97
Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Cadillac Premium Care
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-3
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . .11-4
Special Application
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-9
Additional Maintenance
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-10
Recommended Fluids,
Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . 11-13
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-15
Technical Data . . . . . . ......... 12-1
Vehicle Identification.. . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
Customer Information . . . . . . . 13-1
Customer Information . . . . . . . . 13-1
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-19
Vehicle Data Recording and
Privacy . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-21
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 14-1
OnStar Overview.. . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1
OnStar Services . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 14-2
OnStar Additional
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . 14-5
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1
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Introduction iii

The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, and SRX are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.
Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 20892406 B Second Printing
This manual describes features
that may or may not be on your
specific vehicle either because
they are options that you did
not purchase or due to changes
subsequent to the printing of this
owner manual. Please refer to the
purchase documentation relating
to your specific vehicle to confirm
each of the features found on your
vehicle. For vehicles first sold in
Canada, substitute the name
“General Motors of Canada Limited”
for Cadillac Motor Car Division
wherever it appears in this manual.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for
quick reference.
©
2011 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Canadian Vehicle Owners

Propriétaires Canadiens
A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from:
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante:
Helm, Incorporated Attention: Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170
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Using this Manual

To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.

Danger, Warnings, and Cautions

Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.
Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.
WARNING
{
These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.
Notice: This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage. This would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty.
A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means
“Do Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.”

Symbols

The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator.
M : This symbol is shown
when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information.
* : This symbol is shown
when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information.
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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.
9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) % : 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 Gauge
+ : Fuses
3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
( : Heated Steering Wheel
j : LATCH System Child
Restraints
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
: : Oil Pressure
g : Outside Power Foldaway
Mirrors
} : Power
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Safety Belt Reminders
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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In Brief

Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . 1-6
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-6
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Heated and Ventilated
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... 1-10
Head Restraint
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 1-10
Passenger Sensing
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 1-11
Steering Wheel
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Throttle and Brake Pedal
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Windshield Wiper/Washer .... 1-14
Climate Controls . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-16
Vehicle Features
Radio(s) . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . 1-18
Bluetooth
Mobile Apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-19
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Navigation System . . . . . . . .. . . 1-20
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
®
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Rear Vision
Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 1-21
Storage Compartments . . . . . . 1-21
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Universal Remote System . . . 1-22
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control
System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
StabiliTrak
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-23
Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-23
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-23
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . . . . . 1-24
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
Roadside Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
OnStar
®
System . . . . . . . . . 1-22
®
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25
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Instrument Panel

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A. Air Vents on page 8‑6.
B. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever.
See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 6‑6.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑27.
C. Cruise Control on page 9‑36.
Heated Steering Wheel on page 5‑3 (If Equipped).
D. Instrument Cluster on
page 5‑11.
E. Steering Wheel Controls on
page 5‑2.
F. AM-FM Radio on page 7‑11.
Navigation System (If Equipped). See Navigation System Manual.
G. Driver Information Center (DIC)
Display. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑27.
H. Clock (Analog Clock) on
page 5‑7 or Clock (Digital Clock) on page 5‑8.
I. Navigation Display Control
(If Equipped). See Navigation System Manual.
Safety Locks on page 2‑14.
Power Door Locks on page 2‑12.
Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6‑5.
Phone Button (If Equipped). See Bluetooth (Voice
Recognition) on page 7‑55 or Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7‑49 or Bluetooth (UHP Mexico Only) on page 7‑62 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7‑51.
J. Exterior Lamp Controls on
page 6‑1.
Front Fog Lamps on page 6‑6
(If Equipped).
Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑7.
K. Data Link Connector (DLC)
(Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5‑18.
L. Steering Wheel Adjustment on
page 5‑2.
M. Horn on page 5‑4.
N. Adjustable Pedal Control
(If Equipped). See Adjustable
Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9‑16.
O. Start/Stop Button. See Ignition
Positions on page 9‑17.
P. Windshield Wiper/Washer on
page 5‑4.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer on page 5‑6.
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Q. Heated and Ventilated
Front Seats on page 3‑10
(If Equipped).
R. Parking Brake on page 9‑30.
S. Shift Lever. See Automatic
Transmission on page 9‑24.
T. StabiliTrak
page 9‑34.
Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9‑38 (If Equipped).
Economy Mode (If Equipped). See Fuel Economy Mode on
page 9‑28
U. Dual Automatic Climate Control
System on page 8‑1.
®
System on

Initial Drive Information

This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.
For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is used to lock and unlock the doors from up to 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle.
K : Press to unlock the driver
door or all doors depending on the vehicle personalization settings.
Q : Press to lock all doors.
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40.
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8 : Press and hold to open or
close the liftgate.
L : Press and release to locate
the vehicle.
Press and hold three seconds to sound the panic alarm.
Press
L again or start the vehicle
to cancel the panic alarm.
Press the key release button near the bottom of the transmitter to remove the key. The key can be used for the driver door and the glove box.
See Keys on page 2‑2 and Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3.
L for

Remote Vehicle Start

With this feature the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle
1. Press and release Q on the
RKE transmitter.
2. Within two seconds, press and hold
signal lamps flash, or for at least two seconds if the vehicle is not in view.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on.
The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once.
/ until the turn
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do any of the following:
.
Press and hold / until the parking lamps turn off.
.
Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
.
Turn the vehicle on and then off.
See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑10.

Door Locks

To lock or unlock the doors from the outside, press
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3.
To unlock a door from the inside, pull once on the door handle to unlock it, and a second time to open it.
Q or K on the
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Power Door Locks
There is a power door lock switch on the instrument panel and on the front door panels.
Q : Press to lock the doors. K : Press to unlock the doors.
See Power Door Locks on page 2‑12.

Liftgate

Manual Liftgate Operation
For vehicles without keyless access, unlock the vehicle before opening the liftgate.
Press the touch pad located in the handle of the liftgate, above the license plate, and lift up to open.
Do not press the touch pad while closing the liftgate. This will cause the liftgate to be unlatched.
Power Liftgate Operation
On vehicles with a power liftgate the switch is located on the driver door. The vehicle must be in P (Park) to use the power feature. The taillamps flash when the power liftgate moves.
Choose the power liftgate mode by turning the dial on the switch until the indicator lines up with the desired position. Press the center of the switch.
See Liftgate on page 2‑14 for more information.

Windows

Pushing or pulling the switch part of the way will open or close the window as long as the switch is operated.
Fully push the front of the switch down and release it to express‐down the window. Fully pull the switch up and release it to express‐up the window. See Power Windows on page 2‑24.
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Remote Window Operation
The vehicle may have remote operating windows that will open all the windows from outside the vehicle by pressing and
holding Entry (RKE) transmitter.
See Power Windows on page 2‑24.
K on the Remote Keyless

Seat Adjustment

Manual Seats
To adjust a manual seat:
1. Pull the handle at the front of the seat cushion.
2. Move the seat forward or rearward to adjust the seat position.
3. Release the handle to stop the seat from moving.
4. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place.
To raise or recline the seatback, use the lever on the outboard side of the seat.
See Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4 and Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑6.
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Power Seats
A. Seat Position Control
B. Seatback Adjustment Control
C. Lumbar Adjustment Control
To adjust a power seat, if equipped:
.
Slide control (A) forward or rearward, and up or down to adjust the power seat.
See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑5.
.
Raise or recline the seatback by tilting control (B) forward or rearward.
See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑6.
.
Increase or decrease the lumbar support by pressing and holding the front or rear of control (C). See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3‑5.

Memory Features

On vehicles with the memory feature, the “1” and “2” buttons on the outboard side of the driver seat are used to manually save and recall the positions of the driver seat, outside mirrors, and adjustable throttle and brake pedals, if available. These manually stored positions are referred to as Button Memory positions.
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The vehicle will also automatically save driver seat, outside mirror, and adjustable throttle and brake pedal positions to the current driver Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter when the ignition is turned off. These automatically stored positions are referred to as RKE Memory positions.
Storing Button Memory Positions
To save positions into Button Memory:
1. Adjust the driver seat, seatback recliner, both outside mirrors, and adjustable pedals, if available, to the desired driving positions.
2. Press and hold MEM (Memory) and “1” at the same time until a beep sounds.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for a second driver using “2.”
To recall the manually saved Button Memory positions, press and hold “1” or “2.” The driver seat, outside mirrors, and adjustable pedals, if available, move to the positions stored to those buttons when pressed. Releasing “1” or “2” before the stored positions are reached stops the recall.
To automatically recall RKE Memory positions, unlock the driver door with the RKE transmitter, and open the driver door. On vehicles with Keyless Access, opening the driver door when an RKE transmitter is present will activate the RKE Memory recall. If the driver door is already open, pressing the
RKE transmitter activate the RKE Memory recall. The driver seat, outside mirrors, and pedals, if available, will move to the previously saved RKE Memory positions.
See Memory Seats on page 3‑7.
K button will also
Easy Exit Driver Seat
This feature moves the seat rearward allowing the driver more room to exit the vehicle.
To activate, place the ignition in OFF and open the driver door. If the driver door is already open, placing the ignition in OFF will activate the easy exit driver seat.
This feature is turned on or off using the vehicle personalization menu. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40.
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Heated and Ventilated Seats

Heated and Ventilated Seat
Buttons Shown, Heated Seat
Buttons Similar
If available, the buttons are near the climate controls on the instrument panel. To operate, the ignition must be in ON/RUN/START.
Press
M or L to heat the driver or
passenger seat.
C or { , if available,
Press to ventilate the driver or passenger seat.
See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3‑10.

Head Restraint Adjustment

Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position.
See Head Restraints on page 3‑2 and Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4.

Safety Belts

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly:
.
Safety Belts on page 3‑14.
.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3‑15.
.
Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑17.
.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑45.
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Passenger Sensing System

United States
Canada and Mexico
The passenger sensing system will turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system.
The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑30 for more information.

Mirror Adjustment

Exterior
Manual Folding Mirrors Shown
To adjust the mirror:
1. Move the selector switch to L (Left) or R (Right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror.
2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move each mirror to the desired position.
3. Return the selector switch to the center position.
Manual Folding Mirrors
Vehicles with manual fold mirrors are folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position.
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Power Folding Mirrors
Vehicles with power folding mirrors, to fold the mirrors:
1. With the selector switch in the
) position, press the down
arrow on the control pad. Both mirrors will automatically fold.
2. Pressing the down arrow again will return the mirrors to their original position.
See Folding Mirrors on page 2‑21.
Automatic Dimming Mirror
If the vehicle has the automatic dimming mirror, the driver outside mirror and the inside rearview mirror automatically adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you. See Automatic Dimming Mirror on
page 2‑22 or Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2‑23.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down.
3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you.
4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
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Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment

If the vehicle has this feature, the position of the throttle and brake pedals can be adjusted.
The switch used to adjust the pedals is located on the right side of the steering column, below the wiper stalk. Pull the switch toward you to move the pedals further from the floor, or push the switch away from you to move the pedals closer to the floor.
See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9‑16.

Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps
The dome lamp controls are located in the overhead console.
To change the dome lamp settings, press the following:
* : Turns the lamp off, even when
a door is open.
1 : The lamp comes on
automatically when a door is opened.
+ : Turns the dome lamp on.
Reading Lamps
There are reading lamps located on the overhead console and over the rear passenger doors. These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened.
To manually turn the reading lamps on or off:
.
For the overhead console reading lamps, press the button next to each lamp.
.
For the rear passenger reading lamps, press the lamp lens.
For more information on interior lighting, see Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑7.
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Exterior Lighting

The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column.
The exterior lamps control has four positions:
O : Briefly turn to this position to
turn the automatic light control off or on again.
AUTO: Turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness, together with the parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights.
; : Turns the parking lamps on
together with the taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights.
5 : Turns the headlamps on
together with the parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights.
# : For vehicles with fog lamps,
press to turn the lamps on or off.
For more information, see:
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Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6‑1.
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Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6‑3.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the right side of the steering column. With the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed.
HI: Use for fast wipes.
LO: Use for slow wipes.
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INT: (Intermittent Wipes): Move
the lever up to INT for intermittent wipes, then turn the
up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. If the vehicle has Rainsense™, see the following Rainsense information.
OFF: Use to turn the wipers off.
x INT band
8 : For a single wipe, briefly move
the wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down.
Windshield Washer
Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer on
page 5‑4 and Rear Window Wiper/ Washer on page 5‑6, if equipped.
Rainsense™
For vehicles with Rainsense:
INT (Rainsense Wipe Sensitivity Control): Move the windshield
wiper lever to INT. Turn the band on the wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity.
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Turn the band up for more sensitivity to moisture.
.
Turn the band down for less sensitivity to moisture.
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Move the windshield wiper lever out of the INT position to deactivate Rainsense.
x INT
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
The rear wiper controls are on the end of the windshield wiper lever.
ON: Press the upper portion of the button for continuous rear window wipes.
OFF: The rear wiper turns off when the button is returned to the middle position.
INT (Intermittent Rear Wipes):
Press the lower portion of the button to set a delay between wipes.
= : Push the windshield wiper
lever forward to spray washer fluid on the rear window.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer on
page 5‑4 and Rear Window Wiper/ Washer on page 5‑6.
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Climate Controls

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
K. Outside Air
L. Rear Window Defogger
See Dual Automatic Climate
Control System on page 8‑1 and Rear Climate Control System on page 8‑5, if equipped.

Transmission

Driver Shift Control (DSC)
Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows you to shift an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. To use the DSC feature:
1. Move the shift lever to the left from D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode).
2. To enter M (Manual Mode), press the shift lever forward (+) to upshift or rearward (−) to downshift.
See Manual Mode on page 9‑26.
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Vehicle Features

Radio(s)

VOL/ O : Press to turn the system
on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume.
RADIO/BAND: Press to choose between FM, AM, or XM™, if equipped.
TUNE or TUNE/INFO: Turn to select radio stations.
Press the TUNE or TUNE/INFO button to show available information about the current station or track.
g SEEK: Press to seek the
previous station or track.
l SEEK: Press to seek the next
station or track.
/ BACK or BACK / : Press to exit
or move backwards in a menu.
Buttons 1 - 6: Press to save and select favorite stations.
For more information about these and other radio features, see Operation on page 7‑7.
Storing a Favorite Station
Stations from all bands can be stored in the favorite lists in any order. Up to six stations can be stored in each favorite page and the number of available favorite pages can be set.
To store the station to a position in the list, press the corresponding numeric button 1-6 until the station can be heard again.
For more information, see “Storing a Station as a Favorite” in AM-FM Radio on page 7‑11.
Setting the Clock
The vehicle has a digital and an analog clock.
For detailed instructions on setting either clock, see Clock
(Analog Clock) on page 5‑7 or Clock (Digital Clock) on page 5‑8.
Turning the Digital Clock On or Off
1. Press the CONFIG button.
2. Select Time and Date Settings.
3. Select Clock Displayed.
4. Press the MENU/SELECT button to turn the clock on or off.
Setting the Time and Date
1. Press the CONFIG button.
2. Select Time and Date Settings.
3. Select Set Time or Set Date.
4. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to adjust the highlighted value.
5. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to select the next value.
6. To save the time or date and return to the Time and Date Settings menu, press the
/ button at any time
BACK or press the MENU/SELECT knob after adjusting the minutes or year.
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Setting the 12/24 Hour Format
1. Press the CONFIG button.
2. Select Time and Date Settings.
3. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format.
4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format.
Setting the Month & Day Format
1. Press the CONFIG button.
2. Select Time and Date Settings.
3. Highlight Month & Day Format.
4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to select MM/DD (month/day) or DD/MM (day/month).
Setting the Auto Time Adjust (If Equipped)
1. Press the CONFIG button.
2. Select Time and Date Settings.
3. Highlight Auto Time Adjust.
4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to turn Auto Time Adjust on or off.

Satellite Radio

Vehicles with an XM™ satellite radio tuner and a valid XM satellite radio subscription can receive XM programming.
XM Satellite Radio Service
XM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the XM service.
Refer to:
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www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.).
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www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (Canada).
See Satellite Radio on page 7‑14.

Portable Audio Devices

Some vehicles have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB port located in the center console. External devices such as iPods®, laptop computers, MP3 players, CD changers, and USB drives may be connected, depending on the audio system.
See Auxiliary Devices (Radio with
CD/DVD and MEM) on page 7‑35 or Auxiliary Devices (Radio with CD) on page 7‑29.
Bluetooth
The Bluetooth system allows users with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle audio system and controls.
The Bluetooth-enabled cell phone must be paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions.
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See Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7‑55 or Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7‑49 or Bluetooth (UHP Mexico Only) on page 7‑62 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7‑51.

Mobile Apps

Mobile apps are available for download through iTunes access the iPhone and Google™ Marketplace for Android™. Search for the apps to download. The apps are free of charge; however, the myCadillac app requires the user to link their own vehicle and OnStar MyLink requires an active OnStar subscription.
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App Store
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Steering Wheel Controls

If available, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel.
y or z : Press y to select the
next favorite radio station or next CD, DVD, if equipped, or MP3 track.
Press
z to select the previous
favorite radio station or previous CD, DVD, if equipped, or MP3 track.
+
x −: Press + to increase the
volume, press − to decrease the volume.
b / g : Press to interact with the
available Bluetooth, OnStar, or Navigation system.
0 / c : Press to silence the
vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, press to reject an incoming call, or end a current call.
SRCE: Press to select an audio source.
For more information, see Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑2.
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Cruise Control

J : Press to turn cruise control on
and off.
+ RES: Press briefly to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or press and hold to accelerate.
−SET: Press to set the speed and
activate cruise control or make the vehicle decelerate.
J OFF: Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set speed from memory.
See Cruise Control on page 9‑36.

Navigation System

If the vehicle has a navigation system, there is a separate navigation system manual that includes information on the radio, audio players, and navigation system.
The navigation system provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads. After a destination has been set, the system provides turn-by-turn instructions for reaching the destination. In addition, the system can help locate a variety of points of interest (POIs), such as banks, airports, restaurants, and more.
See the navigation system manual for more information.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

The DIC display is located in the center of the instrument panel cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems. The controls for the DIC are located on the turn signal lever.
A. SET/CLR: Press to set or
clear the menu item when it is displayed.
B.
w / x : Use the thumbwheel
to scroll through the items in each menu.
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C. MENU: Press to display the
Trip/Fuel menu and the Vehicle Information menu. This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑27.

Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

If available, the RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). The display will appear on either the inside rearview mirror or navigation screen, if equipped.
To clean the camera lens, located above the license plate, rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth.
See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on page 9‑42.

Ultrasonic Parking Assist

If available, Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA) uses sensors on the front and rear bumpers to detect objects while parking the vehicle. It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). UFRPA uses audio beeps to provide distance and system information.
Keep the sensors on the vehicle's front and rear bumpers clean to ensure proper operation.
See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9‑38 for more information.

Storage Compartments

The glove box is air conditioned and can be used to store items at a lower temperature. Move the slide control to open or close the opening to adjust the air flow. See Glove Box on page 4‑1 for more information.

Power Outlets

The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
The vehicle has four accessory power outlets. The power outlets located below the climate control system inside the front storage bin, inside the center floor console, and on the rear of the center floor console are powered while the vehicle is in ON/RUN/START or ACC/ACCESSORY mode, or until the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle.
The power outlet located in the rear cargo area is powered at all times.
Open the protective cap to use the accessory power outlet.
See Power Outlets on page 5‑9.
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Universal Remote System

This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices.
Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Remote system. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you with programming the Universal Remote system.
See Universal Remote System on page 5‑46.

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control System (TCS)

The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system is on when the vehicle is started.
.
To turn off traction control, press and release the console.
the appropriate DIC message displays. See Vehicle Messages on page 5‑32.
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Press and release g again to turn traction control back on.
For more information, see Traction
Control System (TCS) on page 9‑32.
g located on
i illuminates and

StabiliTrak®System

The StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system is on when the vehicle is started.
.
To turn off both Traction Control and StabiliTrak, press and
hold
g until g and i illuminate
and the appropriate DIC message displays. See Vehicle Messages on page 5‑32.
.
Press g again to turn on both systems.
For more information, see
StabiliTrak
®
System on page 9‑34.
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Tire Pressure Monitor

This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The TPMS warning light alerts you to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑10. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.
During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off. This may be an early
indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure.
The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures.
See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10‑58.

Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit

This vehicle may come with a spare tire and tire changing equipment or a tire sealant and compressor kit. The kit can be used to temporarily seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire.
See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10‑73 for complete operating information.
If the vehicle came with a spare tire and tire changing equipment, see If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑71.

Engine Oil Life System

The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when it is time to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Using the DIC MENU button and thumbwheel on the turn signal lever, display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC. See Driver
Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑27 and Engine Oil Messages on page 5‑35.
2. Press the SET/CLR button to reset the oil life at 100%.
Be careful not to reset the oil life display accidentally at any time other than after the oil is changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change.
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The oil life system can also be reset as follows:
1. Turn the ignition on with the engine off.
2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds.
If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message is not on, the system is reset.
See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑10.

Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)

Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). See Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on page 9‑49. For all other vehicles, use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page 9‑46.

Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
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Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
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Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
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Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
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When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
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Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
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Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
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Combine several trips into a single trip.
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Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.
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Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.

Roadside Service

U.S.: 1-800-224-1400
Canada: 1-800-882-1112
TTY Users (U.S. only):
1-888-889-2438
Mexico: 01-800-466-0805
As the owner of a new Cadillac, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Service program.
See Roadside Service (U.S. and
Canada) on page 13‑8 or Roadside Service (Mexico) on page 13‑10.
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