Cadillac 2010 SRX Crossover Owner's Manual

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Driving and Operating 8-35Limited-Slip Rear AxleVehicles with a limited-slip rear axlecan give more traction on snow,mud, ice, sand or gravel. Whentraction is low, this feature allowsthe drive wheel with the mosttraction to move the vehicle.Selective Ride ControlThe vehicle may have a ridecontrol system called Selective RideControl. The setting can be changedat any time. Based on roadconditions, steering wheel angleand the vehicle speed, the systemautomatically adjusts to provide thebest handling while providing asmooth ride. The Tour and Sportmodes will feel similar on asmooth road.To switch from TOUR to SPORTmode, move the shift lever to theleft while the transmission is inD (Drive).TOUR: Use for normal city andhighway driving. This settingprovides a smooth, soft ride.SPORT: Use where road conditionsor personal preference demandmore control. This setting providesmore “feel”, or response to roadconditions through increasedsteering effort and suspensioncontrol. Transmission shift pointsand shift firmness are alsoenhanced. See Manual Mode onpage 8‑26 in AutomaticTransmission.If there is a problem detected withSelective Ride Control, “ServiceSuspension System” displays on theDriver Information Center (DIC).See Ride Control System Messageson page 4‑38. Driving should beadjusted accordingly.Cruise Control{ WARNINGCruise control can be dangerouswhere you cannot drive safely ata steady speed. So, do not usethe cruise control on windingroads or in heavy traffic.Cruise control can be dangerouson slippery roads. On such roads,fast changes in tire traction cancause excessive wheel slip, andyou could lose control. Do not usecruise control on slippery roads.With cruise control, a speed ofabout 40 km/h (25 mph) or more canbe maintained without keeping yourfoot on the accelerator. Cruisecontrol does not work at speedsbelow about 40 km/h (25 mph).If the brakes are applied, the cruisecontrol shuts off.