2015 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - Page 45

2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows open temporarily, then slowly closes. See your dealer for service before using the liftgate. system to hold it open. If movement is stopped below that minimum, the liftgate closes. Do not force the liftgate open or closed during a power cycle. The power liftgate may be temporarily disabled under extreme temperatures or low battery conditions. If this occurs, the liftgate can still be operated manually. If you shift the transmission out of P (Park) while the power function is in progress, the liftgate power function will continue to completion. If you shift the transmission out of P (Park) and accelerate before the power liftgate latch is closed, the liftgate may reverse to the open position. Cargo could fall out of the vehicle. Always make sure the power liftgate is closed and latched before you drive away. If you power open the liftgate and the liftgate support struts have lost pressure, the turn signals flash and a chime sounds. The liftgate stays Setting the 3/4 Mode To change the liftgate stop position: 1. Select MAX or 3/4 mode and open the liftgate. 2. Stop the liftgate movement at the desired height by pressing any liftgate switch. Manually adjust the liftgate position if needed. 3. Press and hold 8 on the liftgate next to the latch until the turn signals flash and a beep sounds. This indicates the setting has been recorded. The liftgate cannot be set below a minimum programmable height. If there is no light flash or sound, then the height adjustment may be too low. Obstacle Detection Features If the liftgate encounters an obstacle during a power open or close cycle, a warning chime will sound and the liftgate will automatically reverse direction to the full closed or open position. After removing the obstruction, the power liftgate operation can be used again. If the liftgate encounters multiple obstacles on the same power cycle, the power function will deactivate. After removing the obstructions, the liftgate will resume normal power operation. The vehicle has pinch sensors on the side edges of the liftgate. If an object is caught between the liftgate and the body and presses against one of these sensors, the liftgate will reverse direction and open fully. The liftgate will remain open until it is activated again or closed manually. Manual Operation of Power Liftgate To change the liftgate to manual operation, turn the mode switch to the OFF position.