Black plate (25,1)Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2013 - 1st crc - 7/2/12Driving and Operating 9-25If shifting is prevented for anyreason, the currently selected gearwill flash multiple times, indicatingthat the transmission has not shiftedgears.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 ModeDriving habits can affect fuelmileage. For driving tips to get thebest fuel economy possible, seeDriving for Better Fuel Economy onpage 1‑22.The vehicle may have a fueleconomy mode. When engaged,fuel economy mode can improve thevehicle'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 5‑24. 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.
