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Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Driving at Night ...306 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads ...308 City Driving ...311 Freeway Driving ...312 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ...313 Highway Hypnosis ...314 Hill and Mountain Roads ...315 Winter Driving ...317 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow ...321 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out ...322 Loading Your Vehicle ...322 Towing ...328 Towing Your Vehicle ...328 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...328 Level Control ...330 Towing a Trailer ...331 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...274 Defensive Driving ...274 Drunken Driving ...275 Control of a Vehicle ...278 Braking ...278 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...279 Braking in Emergencies ...281 Traction Control System (TCS) ...281 Magnetic Ride Control ...283 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...283 StabiliTrak® System ...283 Panic Brake Assist ...284 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System ...284 Steering ...285 Off-Road Recovery ...287 Passing ...287 Loss of Control ...289 Off-Road Driving ...291 273

Section	Page
2007 Cadillac SRX BookTOC	1
Seats and Restraint Systems	7
Front Seats	9
Manual Seats	9
Power Seats	10
Power Lumbar	10
Heated Seats	11
Memory Seat and Mirrors	12
Reclining Seatbacks	14
Head Restraints	17
Rear Seats	18
Rear Seat Operation	18
Stowable Seat	20
Safety Belts	22
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	22
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts	26
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	27
Driver Position	27
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	35
Right Front Passenger Position	36
Rear Seat Passengers	36
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides	39
Safety Belt Pretensioners	42
Safety Belt Extender	42
Child Restraints	43
Older Children	43
Infants and Young Children	46
Child Restraint Systems	49
Where to Put the Restraint	53
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)	55
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position	62
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	65
Airbag System	70
Where Are the Airbags?	73
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	77
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	79
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	79
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	80
Passenger Sensing System	81
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	87
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	88
Restraint System Check	89
Checking the Restraint Systems	89
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	90
Features and Controls	91
Keys	93
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	94
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	96
Doors and Locks	100
Door Locks	100
Central Door Unlocking System	101
Power Door Locks	101
Delayed Locking	102
Programmable Automatic Door Locks	102
Rear Door Security Locks	103
Lockout Protection	104
Power Liftgate	104
Windows	108
Power Windows	109
Sun Visors	112
Theft-Deterrent Systems	112
Theft-Deterrent System	112
PASS-Key® III+	114
PASS-Key® III+ Operation	114
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	116
New Vehicle Break-In	116
Ignition Positions	117
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	118
Starting the Engine	119
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal	120
Engine Coolant Heater	121
Automatic Transmission Operation	122
Tow/Haul Mode	126
Parking Brake	127
Shifting Into Park (P)	129
Shifting Out of Park (P)	131
Parking Over Things That Burn	131
Engine Exhaust	132
Running the Engine While Parked	133
Mirrors	134
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar®	134
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar® and Compass	134
Outside Power Heated Mirrors	137
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror	138
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror	138
Outside Convex Mirror	139
OnStar® System	139
Universal Home Remote System	143
Universal Home Remote System (With Three Round LED)	143
Universal Home Remote System (With One Triangular LED)	143
Universal Home Remote System Operation (With Three Round LED)	144
Universal Home Remote System Operation (With One Triangular LED)	150
Storage Areas	153
Glove Box	153
Cupholder(s)	154
Cell Phone Storage Area	154
Center Console Storage Area	154
Luggage Carrier	154
Cargo Cover	155
Cargo Management System	155
Sunroof	156
Sunroof (Ultra View®)	156
Sunroof (Ultra View® Plus)	158
Instrument Panel	161
Instrument Panel Overview	164
Hazard Warning Flashers	166
Other Warning Devices	166
Horn	166
Tilt Wheel	166
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	167
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	168
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	169
Flash-to-Pass	169
Windshield Wipers	170
Windshield Washer	171
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	172
Headlamp Washer	173
Cruise Control	174
Headlamps	178
Wiper Activated Headlamps	178
Headlamps on Reminder	179
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	179
Fog Lamps	181
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver	181
Instrument Panel Brightness	181
Entry Lighting	182
Parade Dimming	182
Reading Lamps	182
Electric Power Management	183
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)	184
Accessory Power Outlet(s)	186
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter	187
Analog Clock	188
Climate Controls	189
Dual Climate Control System	189
Outlet Adjustment	194
Rear Air Conditioning System	195
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	195
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	197
Instrument Panel Cluster	198
Speedometer and Odometer	199
Tachometer	199
Engine Speed Limiter	199
Safety Belt Reminder Light	200
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light	200
Airbag Readiness Light	201
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	202
Charging System Light	204
Brake System Warning Light	204
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	205
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light	206
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light	206
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	207
Tire Pressure Light	207
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	208
Oil Pressure Light	211
Security Light	212
Fog Lamp Light	212
Lights On Reminder	212
Cruise Control Light	212
Highbeam On Light	213
Tow/Haul Mode Light	213
Fuel Gage	213
Driver Information Center (DIC)	214
DIC Controls and Displays	215
DIC Warnings and Messages	220
DIC Vehicle Customization	231
Audio System(s)	240
Setting the Time (Radio with Single CD Player)	242
Setting the Time (Radio with Six-Disc CD Player)	244
Radio with CD	246
Using an MP3	257
XM Radio Messages	264
Navigation/Radio System	266
Rear Seat Entertainment System	266
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)	266
Theft-Deterrent Feature	268
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	269
Radio Reception	270
Care of Your CDs	271
Care of the CD Player	271
Diversity Antenna System	272
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System	272
Driving Your Vehicle	273
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle	274
Defensive Driving	274
Drunken Driving	275
Control of a Vehicle	278
Braking	278
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	279
Braking in Emergencies	281
Traction Control System (TCS)	281
Magnetic Ride Control	283
Limited-Slip Rear Axle	283
StabiliTrak® System	283
Panic Brake Assist	284
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System	284
Steering	285
Off-Road Recovery	287
Passing	287
Loss of Control	289
Off-Road Driving	291
Driving at Night	306
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	308
City Driving	311
Freeway Driving	312
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	313
Highway Hypnosis	314
Hill and Mountain Roads	315
Winter Driving	317
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow	321
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	322
Loading Your Vehicle	322
Towing	328
Towing Your Vehicle	328
Recreational Vehicle Towing	328
Level Control	330
Towing a Trailer	331
Service and Appearance Care	343
Service	346
Accessories and Modifications	347
California Proposition 65 Warning	347
Doing Your Own Service Work	348
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	348
Fuel	349
Gasoline Octane	349
Gasoline Specifications	350
California Fuel	350
Additives	350
Fuels in Foreign Countries	351
Filling the Tank	352
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	354
Checking Things Under the Hood	354
Hood Release	355
Engine Compartment Overview	356
Engine Oil	360
Engine Oil Life System	363
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	365
Automatic Transmission Fluid	367
Engine Coolant	368
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap	371
Engine Overheating	372
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	374
Cooling System	374
Power Steering Fluid	379
Windshield Washer Fluid	380
Brakes	381
Battery	385
Jump Starting	386
All-Wheel Drive	392
Rear Axle	394
Front Axle	395
Bulb Replacement	396
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting	396
Halogen Bulbs	396
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	397
Tires	398
Winter Tires	400
Tire Sidewall Labeling	401
Tire Terminology and Definitions	404
Inflation - Tire Pressure	407
High-Speed Operation	409
Tire Pressure Monitor System	410
Tire Inspection and Rotation	414
When It Is Time for New Tires	416
Buying New Tires	416
Different Size Tires and Wheels	418
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	419
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	420
Wheel Replacement	421
Tire Chains	422
If a Tire Goes Flat	423
Changing a Flat Tire	424
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	426
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	429
Secondary Latch System	436
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	439
Compact Spare Tire	442
Appearance Care	443
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	443
Fabric/Carpet	445
Leather	446
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces	446
Wood Panels	447
Speaker Covers	447
Care of Safety Belts	447
Weatherstrips	447
Washing Your Vehicle	447
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	448
Finish Care	448
Windshield and Wiper Blades	449
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels	449
Tires	450
Sheet Metal Damage	450
Finish Damage	451
Underbody Maintenance	451
Chemical Paint Spotting	451
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	452
Vehicle Identification	453
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	453
Service Parts Identification Label	453
Electrical System	454
Add-On Electrical Equipment	454
Windshield Wiper Fuses	454
Power Windows and Other Power Options	454
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	455
Underhood Fuse Block	455
Rear Underseat Fuse Block (Left Side)	460
Rear Underseat Fuse Block (Right Side)	462
Capacities and Specifications	464
Maintenance Schedule	467
Maintenance Schedule	468
Introduction	468
Maintenance Requirements	468
Your Vehicle and the Environment	468
Using the Maintenance Schedule	469
Scheduled Maintenance	471
Additional Required Services	473
Maintenance Footnotes	474
Owner Checks and Services	476
At Each Fuel Fill	476
At Least Once a Month	477
At Least Once a Year	477
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	480
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	482
Engine Drive Belt Routing	483
Maintenance Record	484
Customer Assistance Information	487
Customer Assistance and Information	488
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	488
Online Owner Center	490
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	491
Customer Assistance Offices	491
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	492
Roadside Service	493
Courtesy Transportation	496
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders	498
Collision Damage Repair	500
Reporting Safety Defects	504
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	504
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	504
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	505
Service Publications Ordering Information	505

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