Black plate (29,1)Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (Include Mex) - 2012Driving and Operating 9-29The transmission will only allow youto shift into gears appropriate forthe vehicle speed and enginerevolutions per minute (rpm).The transmission will notautomatically shift to the next lowergear if the engine rpm is too high,nor to the next higher gear when themaximum engine rpm is reached.If shifting is prevented for anyreason, the currently selectedgear will flash multiple times,indicating that the transmissionhas not shifted gears.While in the DSC mode, thetransmission will automaticallydownshift when the vehicle comesto a stop. This will allow for morepower during take-off.When accelerating the vehicle froma stop in snowy and icy conditions,you may want to shift into secondgear. A higher gear ratio allows youto gain more traction on slipperysurfaces.Fuel Economy ModeThe vehicle may have a fueleconomy mode. When engaged,fuel economy mode can improvethe vehicle's fuel economy.Pressing the eco button by the shiftlever will engage fuel economymode. When activated, the eco lightin the instrument cluster will comeon. See Fuel Economy Light onpage 5‑25. Pressing the button asecond time will turn fuel economymode off.When fuel economy mode is on:. The transmission will upshiftsooner, and downshift later.. The torque converter will lock upsooner, and stay on longer.. The gas pedal will be lesssensitive.. The vehicle's computers willmore aggressively shut off fuelto the engine under deceleration.. The engine operates at lowerrpm's in fuel economy mode,which can increase noise andvibration. This is normal.
