Display Setting: 2014 Cadillac SRX Screen Messages Guide

Display Setting: 2014 Cadillac SRX Screen Messages Guide

The 2014 Cadillac SRX has a high-tech display system that tells the driver about important information and settings. Drivers can change many things about their driving experience by pressing the “SETTINGS” button on the entertainment system screen. The Cadillac SRX’s screen messages tell the driver important things about audio sources, phone contacts, guidance routes, and more, making them more aware and making their life easier. The Driver Information Center (DIC) can be changed so that drivers can interact with many features, such as radio stations, linked devices, and navigation information. You can change the icons on your home screen and download apps to make the experience even better. This lets you customize your tastes and quickly get to the features you want. By getting to know the 2014 Cadillac SRX’s display settings better, you can create your own unique driving experiences and make the car’s high-tech features work better for you.

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Information Display

Driver I Center (DIC)
The DIC displays are shown in the left and right interactive display zones on the instrument cluster. The displays show the status of many vehicle systems. The controls for the DIC are on the right steering wheel control.

: Press the five-way control to move up or down in a list.

: Press the five-way control to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster. Press

 to go back to the previous menu.
SEL (Select): Press the center to open a menu or select a menu item. Press and hold to reset values on certain screens.

DIC Information Display Options
The information displayed on the DIC can be turned on or off through the Settings menu.

1. Press SEL while viewing the settings page in the center displays the zone on the cluster.
2. Scroll to Info Pages and press SEL.
3. Press to move through the list of possible information displays.
4. Press SEL while an item is highlighted to select or deselect that item. When an item is selected, a checkmark will appear next to it.

DIC Information Displays
The following is the list of all possible DIC information displays. Some of the information displays may not be available for your particular vehicle.

Speed: Shows the vehicle speed in either kilometres per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph).

Trip 1 and Trip 2: Shows the current distance traveled, in either kilometre (km) or miles (mi), since the trip odometer was the last reset. The trip odometer can be reset by pressing and holding SEL while this display is active.

Fuel Range: This shows the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven without refuelling.

LOW will be displayed when the vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle’s fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank.

Average Fuel Economy: This shows the approximate average litres per 100 kilometres (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is calculated based on the number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the last time this menu item was reset. The Average Fuel Economy can be reset by pressing and holding SEL while this display is active.

Instantaneous Fuel Economy: This shows the current fuel economy in either litres per 100 kilometres (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number reflects only the fuel economy that the the vehicle has right now and changes frequently as driving conditions change.

Average Speed: This shows the average speed of the vehicle in kilometres per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). This average is calculated based on the various vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset of this value. The average speed can be reset by pressing and holding SEL while this display is active.

Timer: This display can be used as a timer. To start the timer, press SEL while this display is active. The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset. To stop the timer, press SEL briefly while this display is active and the timer is running. To reset the timer to zero, press and hold SEL while this display is active. Compass: Shows the direction the vehicle is driving.

• Turn Arrow: Shows the next manoeuvre when using route guidance.
• Travel Time: This shows the estimated time duration remaining for the current route.
• Distance to Destination: Shows the distance to the destination when using route guidance.
• Speed Limit: Shows sign information, which comes from a roadway database in the onboard navigation.
• Speed Warning: Allows the driver to set a speed that they do not want to exceed. To set the Speed

Warning, press SEL when the Speed The warning is displayed. Press

 to adjust the value. This feature can be turned off by pressing and holding SEL while viewing this page. If the selected speed limit is exceeded, a pop-up warning is displayed with a chime.

Cruise Set Speed: This shows the speed the cruise control or Adaptive Cruise Control is set to.

Follow Distance: Shows the current following distance to the vehicle ahead.

Battery Voltage: Shows the current battery voltage.

Oil Life: Shows an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful life. If the REMAINING OIL LIFE of 99% is displayed, that means 99% of the current oil life remains.

When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. See Engine Oil Messages on. The oil should be changed as soon as possible. See Engine Oil on. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule.

The Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Do not reset the Oil Life displays accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change. To reset the engine oil life system, press and hold SEL for several seconds while the Oil Life display is active. See Engine Oil Life System on.

Tyre Pressure: This shows the approximate pressures of all four tires. Tire pressure is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or pounds per square inch (psi). If the pressure is low, the value for that tyre is shown in amber. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on and Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on.

Blank Page: Allows for no information to be displayed in the DIC display zone(s).

Vehicle Messages

Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or some action that may be needed to correct a condition. Multiple messages may be displayed one after the other.

The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by pressing SET/CLR. The messages that require immediate action cannot be cleared until that action is performed. All messages should be taken seriously and clearing the messages does not correct the problem.

The following are some of the vehicle messages that may be displayed depending on your vehicle content.

Battery Voltage and Charging Messages

BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE
This message is displayed when the vehicle has detected that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable point. The battery saver the system starts reducing features of the vehicle that may be noticed. At the point that features are disabled, this message displays. Turn off unnecessary accessories to allow the battery to recharge.

LOW BATTERY
This message is displayed when the battery voltage is low. See Battery.

SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM
This message is displayed when there is a fault in the battery charging system. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.

TRANSPORT MODE ON
This message is displayed when the vehicle is in transport mode. Some features can be disabled while in this mode, including Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), remote start, and the vehicle alarm system. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service to turn the transport mode off.

Brake System Messages

BRAKE FLUID LOW
This message is displayed when the brake fluid level is low. See Brake Fluid.

STEP ON THE BRAKE TO RELEASE PARK BRAKE
This message is displayed if you attempt to release the Electric Parking Brake without the brake pedal applied. See Parking Brake.

RELEASE PARKING BRAKE
This message is displayed if the Electric Parking Brake is on while the vehicle is in motion. See Parking Brake.

SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST
This message may be displayed when there is a problem with the brake boost assist system. When this message is displayed, the brake boost assist motor might be heard operating and you might notice pulsation in the brake pedal. This is normal under these conditions. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.

SERVICE PARKING BRAKE
This message is displayed when there is a problem with the parking brake. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.

Compass Messages

CAL
This message is displayed when the compass needs to be calibrated.

Dashes will be displayed if the compass needs service. See your dealer for service.

Cruise Control Messages

ADAPTIVE CRUISE SET TO XXX
This message is displayed when the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) speed is set. 

ADAPTIVE CRUISE TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE
This message is displayed when attempting to activate Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) when it is temporarily unavailable. The ACC system does not need service.

This can occur under the following conditions:

• The radar is not clean. Keep the radar sensors free of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. Clean the entire front and/or rear of the vehicle. For cleaning instructions, see Exterior Care.
• Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the radar object detection or camera performance.

CRUISE SET TO XXX
This message is displayed when the cruise control speed is set. 

NO CRUISE BRAKING GAS PEDAL APPLIED
This message is displayed when Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is active and the driver presses the gas pedal. When this occurs, ACC will not brake. See Adaptive Cruise Control.

SERVICE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
This message is displayed when the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) needs service. Take the vehicle to your dealer.

SHIFT TO PARK BEFORE EXITING
This message may be displayed if Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is engaged in holding the vehicle at a stop, and the driver attempts to exit the vehicle. Put the vehicle in P (Park) before exiting.

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 The 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.

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 is displayed 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. The vehicle can continue to be driven.

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.

ENGINE OVERHEATED — IDLE ENGINE
This message is displayed when the engine coolant temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down.

ENGINE OVERHEATED — STOP ENGINE
This message displays continuous chime sounds if the engine cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures for operation. Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so to avoid severe damage. This message clears when the engine has cooled to a safe operating temperature.

HIGH COOLANT TEMPERATURE
This message displays if the coolant temperature is hot. See Engine Overheating.

Engine Oil Messages

CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
This message is displayed when the engine oil needs to be changed. When you change the engine oil, be sure to reset the oil life system. See Engine Oil Life System, Driver Information Center (DIC), Engine Oil, and Maintenance Schedule.

ENGINE OIL HOT, IDLE ENGINE
This message displays when the engine oil temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down.

ENGINE OIL LOW — ADD OIL
On some vehicles, this message displays when the engine oil level may be too low. Check the oil level before filling to the recommended level. If the oil is not low and this message remains on, take the vehicle to your dealer for service. See Engine Oil.

OIL PRESSURE LOW — STOP ENGINE
This message displays if low oil pressure levels occur. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate it until the cause of the low oil pressure has been corrected. Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced by your dealer.

Engine Power Messages

ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
This message is displayed when the vehicle’s engine power is reduced. Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle’s ability to accelerate. If this message is on, but there is no reduction in performance, proceed to your destination. The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while this message is on, but maximum acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime this message stays on, the vehicle should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible.

Fuel System Messages

FUEL LEVEL LOW
This message is displayed when the vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as soon as possible.

TIGHTEN GAS CAP
This message displays when the fuel cap is not on tight. Tighten the fuel cap.

Key and Lock Messages

NO REMOTE DETECTED
This message is displayed when the transmitter battery may be weak. See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation.

NO REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED PLACE THE KEY IN THE TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN START YOUR VEHICLE
This message displays when trying to start the vehicle if an RKE transmitter is not detected. The transmitter battery may be weak. See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation.

NO REMOTE PRESS BRAKE TO RESTART
This message is displayed if the remote is no longer detected in the vehicle. Press the brake pedal to restart the vehicle.

NUMBER OF KEYS PROGRAMMED
This message is displayed when programming new keys to the vehicle.

REMOTE LEFT IN VEHICLE
This message is displayed when leaving the vehicle with the RKE transmitter still inside.

REPLACE THE BATTERY IN THE REMOTE KEY
This message is displayed when the battery in the RKE transmitter needs to be replaced.

Lamp Messages

AFL (ADAPTIVE FORWARD LIGHTING) LAMPS NEED SERVICE
This message is displayed when the AFL system is disabled and needs service. See your dealer. See Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL).

AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ON
This message is displayed when the exterior lamp control is in AUTO and the lights have turned on. See Twilight Sentinel.

AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL OFF
This message is displayed when the exterior lamp control is in AUTO and the lights have turned off. See Twilight Sentinel on.

XXX TURN INDICATOR FAILURE
When one of the turn signals is out, this message shows which bulb needs to be replaced. See Bulb Replacement on and Replacement Bulbs.

TURN SIGNAL ON
This message is displayed if the turn signal has been left on. Turn off the turn signal.

Object Detection System Messages

24 GHz RADARS OFF
This message is displayed when driving in certain areas where there may be radar interference. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Forward Collision Alert (FCA), and the Active Emergency Braking System may not work or may not work as well. The vehicle does not need service.

AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP OFF
This message is displayed when the Active Emergency Braking System has been turned off. See Active Emergency Braking System.

AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP REDUCED
This message is displayed when the Active Emergency Braking System has been set to the Alert setting. This setting disables most automatic braking functions of the Auto Collision Preparation feature. Some last-second automatic braking capability is still provided with the Alert setting, but braking is less likely to occur. See Active Emergency Braking System.

AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP UNAVAILABLE
This message is displayed when the Active Emergency Braking System has been unavailable for some time. The Active Emergency Braking The system does not need service.

This can occur under the following conditions:

• The radar is not clean. Keep the radar sensors free of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. Clean the entire front and/or rear of the vehicle. For cleaning instructions, see Exterior Care.
• Heavy rain or snow interferes with the radar object detection or camera performance.

SERVICE AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP
If this message displays, take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the system.

SERVICE DRIVER ASSIST SYSTEM
If this message displays, take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the system.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Forward Collision Alert (FCA), Active Emergency Braking System, Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing, and/or Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system may not work. Do not use these systems until the vehicle has been repaired.

SERVICE FRONT CAMERA
If this message remains on after continued driving, the vehicle needs service. Do not use the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Forward Collision Alert (FCA) features. Take the vehicle to your dealer.

SERVICE PARK ASSIST
This message displays if there is a problem with the Parking Assist system. Do not use this system to help you park. See your dealer for service.

SERVICE REAR AUTO BRAKE AND PARK ASSIST
This message displays if there is a problem with the parking and backing features of the Driver Assistance System. Do not use this system to help park or back the vehicle. See your dealer for service.

SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT OFF
This message indicates that the driver has turned the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system off.

SERVICE SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM
If this message remains on after continued driving, the vehicle needs service. Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) features will not work. Take the vehicle to your dealer.

SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE
This message indicates that Side Blind Zone Alerts (SBZA) and Rear Cross Traffic Alerts (RCTA) are disabled either because the sensor is blocked and cannot detect vehicles in the blind zone, or the vehicle is passing through an open area, such as the desert, where there is insufficient data for operation. This message may also activate during heavy rain or due to road spray. The vehicle does not need service. For cleaning, see “Washing the Vehicle” under Exterior Care.

Ride Control System Messages

SERVICE ALL-WHEEL DRIVE
This message displays when there is a problem with the Wheel Drive (AWD) system. This message could be set by several issues. Some may require the service of the AWD system some will not. The vehicle will run in normal two-wheel drive mode when this message has been set. This could be caused by:

• A vehicle or an AWD system electronics problem.
• Various vehicle electrical issues.
• Worn out or overheated clutch plates.
• Loss of fluids.

If this message appears, stop when convenient and turn off the ignition for 30 seconds. Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display. If the message has gone off and stays off, it is not necessary to take your vehicle to the dealer. If the message still displays or appears again when you begin driving, the system needs service. See your dealer.

SERVICE STABILITRAK
This message displays if there is a problem with the StabiliTrak system. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control.

SERVICE SUSPENSION SYSTEM
This message displays if there is a problem with the selective ride control. See Selective Ride Control.

SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL
This message displays when there is a problem with the Traction Control System (TCS). See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control.

SPORT MODE ON
This message displays when the Sport The mode has been activated. See Selective Ride Control and Manual Mode.

TRACTION CONTROL OFF
This message is displayed when The Traction Control System (TCS) has been turned off. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control.

TRACTION CONTROL ON
This message is displayed when the Traction Control System (TCS) has been turned on. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control.

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.

Security Messages

THEFT ATTEMPTED
This message displays if the vehicle detects a tamper condition.

Service Vehicle Messages

SERVICE POWER STEERING
This message is displayed if there is a problem with the power steering system and a chime may sound. 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 THE 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 pushbutton start system. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.

Tire Messages

SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM
This message displays if there is a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation.

TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
This message is displayed when the system is learning new tires. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation.

TYRE LOW ADD AIR TO TYRE
This message is displayed when the pressure in one or more of the tires is low.

This message also displays LEFT FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate the location of the low tyre. The low tire pressure warning light will also come on. See Tire Pressure Light. If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC, stop as soon as you can. Inflate the tires by adding air until the tire pressure is equal to the values shown on the Tyre and Loading Information label. See Tyres, Vehicle Load Limits, and Tyre Pressure.

You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time. The DIC also shows the tire pressure values. See Driver Information Center (DIC).

Transmission Messages

SERVICE TRANSMISSION
This message displays if there is a problem with the transmission. See your dealer.

SHIFT DENIED
This message is displayed when using the Driver Shift Control (DSC) and attempting to shift to a gear not appropriate for the vehicle’s speed and engine revolutions per minute (rpm). See Manual Mode.

SHIFT TO PARK
This message is displayed when the transmission needs to be shifted to P (Park). This may appear when turning the ignition off if the vehicle is not in P (Park).

TRANSMISSION HOT — IDLE ENGINE
This message displays a chime sound if the transmission fluid in the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the transmission fluid temperature high can cause damage to the vehicle. Stop the vehicle and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool. This message clears when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level.

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. See Windshield Wiper/Washer. 

Vehicle Speed Messages

SELECTED SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED
This message is displayed when the vehicle speed is greater than the set speed. See “Speed Warning” under Driver Information Center (DIC).

Washer Fluid Messages

WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID
This message may display when the washer fluid level is low. See Washer Fluid.

Vehicle Personalization

Use the audio system controls to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features.

The following are all possible personalization features. Depending on the vehicle, some may not be available.

Infotainment System Audio System Controls

To access the personalization menu:

1. Press SETTINGS on the Home page on the infotainment system display.
2. Press the desired feature to display a list of available options.
3. Press to select the desired feature setting.
4. Press the Back screen button to return to the previous menu.

Personalization Menus
The following list of menu items may be available:

• Time and Date
• Language [Language]
• Valet Mode
• Radio
• Vehicle
• Bluetooth
• Voice
• Display
• Rear Camera
• Return to Factory Settings
• Software Information

Each menu is detailed in the following information.

Time and Date
Manually set the time and date. 

Language [Language]
Select Language, then select from the available language(s).

Select the language. The selected language will be displayed on the system, and voice recognition will reflect the selected language.

Valet Mode
This will lock the infotainment system, the infotainment controls, and the screen storage location.

To turn Valet Mode on and off, Enter a four-digit code on the keypad. Press Enter to go to the confirmation screen. Re-enter the four-digit code. Press LOCK to lock the system. Enter the four-digit code to unlock the system. Press the Back screen button to go back to the previous menu

Radio
Press to display the Radio Menu and the following may be displayed:

• Manage Favorites
• Number of Favorites Shown
• Audible Touch Feedback
• Bose Audio Pilot
• Maximum Start-up Volume

Manage Favorites
This allows favorites to be edited. See “Manage Favorites” in “Settings” under “Radio” in the infotainment manual.

Number of Favorites Shown
Press to set the number of favorites to display.

Select the desired number or select Auto and the infotainment system will automatically adjust the number of favorites shown.

Audible Touch Feedback
This allows Audible Touch Feedback is to be turned on or off.
Select Off or On.

Bose Audio Pilot
This feature adjusts the volume based on the noise in the vehicle. See “Bose AudioPilot Noise Compensation Technology” under “Infotainment System Settings” in the infotainment manual.

Maximum Startup Volume
This feature sets the maximum startup volume. If the vehicle is started and the volume is greater than this level, the volume is adjusted to this level. To set the maximum startup volume, press + or − to increase or decrease.

Vehicle
Select and the following may be displayed:

• Climate and Air Quality
• Collision/Detection Systems
• Comfort and Convenience
• Lighting
• Power Door Locks
• Remote Lock, Unlock, Start

Climate and Air Quality
Select the following may be displayed:

• Auto Fan Max Speed
• Air Quality Sensor
• Auto Defog

Auto Fan Max Speed
This feature will set the maximum auto fan speed.
Select Low, Medium, or High.

Air Quality Sensor
This allows for the selection of air quality sensor operation at high or low sensitivity.
Select Off, Low Sensitivity, or High Sensitivity.

Auto Defog
When set to On, the front defog will automatically react to temperature and humidity conditions that may cause fogging. Only vehicles with dual automatic climate control will have this option.
Select Off or On.

Collision / Detection Systems
Select the Collision/Detection. Systems menu and the following may display:

• Alert Type
• Auto Collision Preparation
• Go Notifier
• Side Blind Zone Alert

Alert Type
This feature will set crash alerts to beeps or seat vibrations. This setting affects all crash alerts including:

• Forward Collision
• Lane Departure Warning
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Parking Assist
• Backing Warning

Select Beeps or Safety Alert Seat. Auto Collision Preparation This feature will turn on or off the Forward Collision Alert feature as well as the Automatic Braking capability of the Auto Collision Preparation feature. With the Alert and Brake settings, both Forward Collision Alert as well as the Automatic Braking capability of the Auto Collision Preparation feature are available. The Alert setting disables most automatic braking functions of the Auto Collision Preparation feature. Some last-second automatic braking capability is still provided with the Alert setting, but it is much less likely to be triggered by most driving conditions. Off disables all Forward Collision Alert and Automatic Braking capabilities of the Auto Collision Preparation feature. 
Select Off, Alert & Brake, or Alert.

Go Notifier
This feature will give a reminder that Adaptive Cruise Control provides when it has brought the vehicle to a complete stop behind another stopping vehicle, and then that vehicle drives on. 
Select Off or On.

Side Blind Zone Alert
This allows the feature to be turned on or off. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA).
Select Off or On.

Comfort and Convenience
Select the following may be displayed:

• Auto Memory Recall
• Easy Exit Options
• Chime Volume
• Reverse Tilt Mirror

Auto Memory Recall
This allows the feature to be turned on or off.
Select Off, On – Driver Door Open, or On – At Ignition On.

Easy Exit Options
This allows the feature to be turned on or off.
Select Off or On.

Chime Volume
This allows the selection of the chime volume level.
Press + or − to adjust the volume.

Reverse Tilt Mirror
This allows the feature to be turned on or off.
Select Off, On – Driver and  Passenger, On – Driver, or On – Passenger.

Lighting
Select and the following may be displayed:

• Vehicle Locator Lights
• Auto High Beam
• Exit Lighting

Vehicle Locator Lights
This feature will flash the exterior lamps when

on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed to locate the vehicle.
Select Off or On.

Auto High Beam
This allows the feature to be turned on or off.
Select On or Off. On some vehicles select Off, Normal Sensitivity, or Low Sensitivity.

Exit Lighting
This allows the selection of how long the exterior lamps stay on when leaving the vehicle when it is dark outside.
Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds, or 120 Seconds.

Power Door Locks
Select the following may be displayed:

• Unlocked Door Anti-Lock Out
• Auto Door Unlock
• Delayed Door Lock

Unlocked Door Anti-Lock Out
When on, this feature will keep the driver door from locking when the door is open. If Off is selected, the Delayed Door Lock menu will be available.
Select Off or On.

Auto Door Unlock
This allows the selection of which of the doors will automatically unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park) with an automatic transmission or when the vehicle is turned off with a manual transmission.
Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door.

Delayed Door Lock
When on, this feature will delay the locking of the doors. To override the delay, press the power door lock switch on the door.
Select Off or On.

Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
Select and the following may be displayed:

• Remote Unlock Light Feedback
• Remote Lock Feedback
• Remote Door Unlock
• Remote Start Auto Cool Seats
• Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
• Passive Door Unlock
• Passive Door Lock
• Remote Left in Vehicle Alert

Remote Unlock Light Feedback
When on, the exterior lamps will flash when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Select Off or On.

Remote Lock Feedback
This allows the selection of what type of feedback is given when locking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights Only, or Horn Only.

Remote Door Unlock
This allows the selection of which doors will unlock when pressing

on the RKE transmitter.
Select All Doors or Driver Door.

Remote Start Auto Cool Seats
If equipped and turned on, this feature will turn the vented seats on when using remote start on warm days.
Select Off or On.

Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
If equipped and turned on, this feature will turn the heated seats on when using remote start on cold days.
Select Off or On.

Passive Door Unlock
This allows the selection of what doors will unlock when using the button on the driver’s door to unlock the vehicle.
Select All Doors or Driver Door.

Passive Door Lock
This feature can be turned on or off or can be used to select feedback when using the button on the driver’s door to lock the vehicle. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation.
Select Off, On with Horn Chirp, or On.

Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
This feature sounds an alert when the RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle.
Select Off or On

Bluetooth
Select and the following may be displayed:

• Pair New Device
• Device Management
• Ringtones
• Voice Mail Numbers

Pair New Device
Select to pair a new device. See “Pairing” in “Infotainment Controls” under Bluetooth in the infotainment manual.

Device Management
Select to connect to a different phone source, disconnect a phone, or delete a phone.

Ringtones
Press to change the ringtone for the specific phone. The phone does not need to be connected to change the ring.

Voice Mail Numbers
This feature displays the voicemail number for all connected phones. The voicemail number may be changed by selecting EDIT or pressing the EDIT button and typing in a new number, then selecting SAVE or pressing the SAVE button.

Voice
Select and the following may be displayed:

• Confidence Threshold
• Prompt Length
• Audio Feedback Speed

Confidence Threshold
This feature allows the adjustment of the sensitivity of the speech recognition system.
Select Confirm More or Confirm Less.

Prompt Length
This feature adjusts the voice prompt length.
Select Short or Long.

Audio Feedback Speed
This feature adjusts the audio feedback speed.
Select Slow, Medium, or Fast.

Display
Select and the following may be displayed:

• Mode
• Calibrate Touchscreen
• Turn Display Off

Mode
Select to change the display screen for day or night driving. Select Auto, Day, or Night. Calibrate Touchscreen Select to calibrate the touchscreen, then follow the prompts.

Turn Display Off
Select to turn the display off. Press anywhere on the display area or any faceplate button to turn the display on.

Rear Camera
Select and the following may be displayed:

• Guidance Lines

Guidance Lines
Select to turn Off or On. See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing.

Return to Factory Settings
Select and the following may be displayed:

• Restore Vehicle Settings
• Clear All Private Data
• Restore Radio Settings

Restore Vehicle Settings
This allows the selection of restoring vehicle settings.
Select Cancel or Restore.

Clear All Private Data
This allows the selection to clear all private information from the vehicle.
Select Cancel or Delete.

Restore Radio Settings
This allows selection to restore radio settings.
Select Cancel or Restore.

Software Information
Select to view the infotainment system’s current software information

FAQs

Useful Links

View Full PDF: 2014 Cadillac SRX Owner’s Manual| Auto User Guide

Instrument Cluster: Cadillac SRX 2014 Warning Indicators Guide

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