Cadillac SRX Quiz
Instruments and Controls

Transmission Messages

In this manual: Instruments and Controls
Introduction — 5In Brief — 53Keys, Doors, and Windows — 58Seats and Restraints — 63Storage — 22Instruments and Controls — 126Lighting — 21Infotainment System — 106Climate Controls — 10Driving and Operating — 94Vehicle Care — 105Service and Maintenance — 8Technical Data — 7Customer Information — 25OnStar — 9
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SERVICE TRANSMISSION

This message displays if there is a problem with the transmission.

See your dealer.

SHIFT DENIED

This message displays when using the Driver Shift Control (DSC) and attempting to shift to a gear not appropriate for the vehicle speed and engine revolutions per minute (rpm). See Manual Mode for more information.

SHIFT TO PARK

This message displays when the transmission needs to be shifted to P (Park). This may appear when attempting to remove the key from the vehicle if the vehicle is not in P (Park).

TRANSMISSION HOT — IDLE ENGINE

This message displays and a chime sounds 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.

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