Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-9087647) - 2016 - crc - 5/4/15200 Driving and OperatingThe vehicle may automatically applythe EPB in some situations whenthe vehicle is not moving. This isnormal, and is done to periodicallycheck the correct operation of theEPB system.If the EPB fails to apply, the rearwheels should be blocked toprevent vehicle movement.EPB ReleaseTo release the EPB:1. Place the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN.2. Apply and hold the brakepedal.3. Push down momentarily on theEPB switch.The EPB is released when the redparking brake status light is off.If the amber parking brake warninglight is on, release the EPB bypushing down on the EPB switchand holding it down. Continue tohold the switch until the red parkingbrake status light is off. If either lightstays on after release is attempted,see your dealer.CautionDriving with the parking brake oncan overheat the brake systemand cause premature wear ordamage to brake system parts.Make sure that the parking brakeis fully released and the brakewarning light is off before driving.Automatic EPB ReleaseThe EPB automatically releasesdifferently on vehicles with andwithout Adaptive Cruise Control(ACC). Avoid rapid accelerationwhen the EPB is applied, topreserve parking brake lining life.. With ACC, the EPB willautomatically release when theengine is running, the brakepedal is applied, and thetransmission is shifted out ofP (Park).. Without ACC, the EPB willautomatically release when theengine is running, thetransmission is placed into gear,and an attempt is made to driveaway by pressing theaccelerator pedal.If parking on a hill, or if the vehicleis pulling a trailer, see DrivingCharacteristics and Towing Tips0 229.Brake AssistThe Brake Assist feature isdesigned to assist the driver instopping or decreasing vehiclespeed in emergency drivingconditions. This feature uses thestability system hydraulic brakecontrol module to supplement thepower brake system underconditions where the driver hasquickly and forcefully applied thebrake pedal in an attempt to quicklystop or slow down the vehicle. Thestability system hydraulic brakecontrol module increases brakepressure at each corner of thevehicle until the ABS activates.Minor brake pedal pulsation orpedal movement during this time isnormal and the driver shouldcontinue to apply the brake pedal as
