2015 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - Page 209

9-18 Driving and Operating 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord is located near the air cleaner. Check the heater cord for damage. If it is damaged, do not use it. See your dealer for a replacement. Inspect the cord for damage yearly. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. accelerator. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts. Warning (Continued) function. An ungrounded outlet could cause an electric shock. . Engine Heater The engine coolant heater, if available, can help in cold weather conditions at or below −18°C (0°F) for easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug in the coolant heater at least four hours before starting the vehicle. An internal thermostat in the plug end of the cord will prevent engine coolant heater operation at temperatures above −18°C (0°F). { Warning Improper use of the heater cord or an extension cord can damage the cord and may result in overheating and fire. . Use a weatherproof, heavy-duty, 15 amp-rated extension cord if needed. Failure to use the recommended extension cord in good operating condition, or using a damaged heater or extension cord, could make it overheat and cause a fire, property damage, electric shock, and injury. Do not operate the vehicle with the heater cord permanently attached to the (Continued) . Plug the cord into a three-prong electrical utility receptacle that is protected by a ground fault detection (Continued) To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine.