Segment:
        
        
            Luxury Mid-size Crossover SUV
        
     
    
        
            Positioning:
        
        
            Positioned as a stylish and comfortable luxury crossover, offering a blend of SUV utility and car-like driving dynamics, targeting buyers seeking premium features and comfort.
        
     
    
    
        
            Key Competitors:
        
        
            Acura MDX, Lexus RX, BMW X5, Mercedes-Benz M-Class, Audi Q7.
        
     
    
    
        
            Design:
        
        
            Distinctive Cadillac styling with sharp lines, prominent grille, and signature vertical taillights.
        
     
    
        
            Interior:
        
        
            Focus on premium materials, comfortable seating, and advanced (for the era) technology and amenities.
        
     
    
        
            Performance:
        
        
            Offered with V6 and V8 engines providing strong performance, often with available all-wheel drive (AWD).
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Primary Coverage:
        
        
            Vehicle operation, maintenance, and features for the 2006 Cadillac SRX.
        
     
    
        
            Secondary Coverage:
        
        
            Includes sections on instrument cluster, entertainment, climate, lighting, driver controls, locks, security, seating, safety restraints, driving, customer assistance, cleaning, and maintenance.
        
     
    
    
        
            Estimated Page Count:
        
        
            Approximately 300-400 pages (typical for a factory owner's manual of this era).
        
     
    
    
    
    
    
    
 
    
    
    
        
            Powertrain:
        
        
            Covers engine operation, fuel information, engine oil, air filter, and refill capacities for various engine options.
        
     
    
        
            Chassis:
        
        
            Details on brakes, suspension, steering, and tire information are included implicitly through maintenance and driving sections.
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Information on the instrument cluster, lighting, battery, and basic electronic features like entertainment and climate controls.
        
     
    
        
            Interior:
        
        
            Covers seating, safety restraints, locks, security, climate controls, and entertainment systems.
        
     
    
        
            Safety Systems:
        
        
            Details on safety restraints, airbags, and a section on reporting safety defects (U.S. only).
        
     
    
    
        
            Operation:
        
        
            How to operate various vehicle features, including climate control, entertainment, lighting, and driver controls.
        
     
    
        
            Maintenance:
        
        
            Guidance on routine maintenance tasks, fluid checks, and specifications for oil, fuel, and other lubricants.
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Basic troubleshooting guidance related to dashboard indicators and common operational issues.
        
     
    
        
            Cleaning:
        
        
            Specific instructions for cleaning the vehicle's interior and exterior.
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Comprehensive owner-level information for day-to-day operation and basic maintenance. Does not delve into advanced diagnostics or repair procedures typically found in a service manual.
        
     
 
    
    
    
    
        
            Accessibility:
        
        
            Requires a PDF reader (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Reader, Foxit Reader).
        
     
    
        
            Searchability:
        
        
            Likely includes text-searchable content due to digital compilation.
        
     
    
    
        
            Quality:
        
        
            Digital compilation, quality dependent on original source and scanning/conversion process. Generally high fidelity to original.
        
     
    
    
        
            Type:
        
        
            N/A (Digital Format)
        
     
    
    
        
            Type:
        
        
            N/A (Digital Format)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Option 1:
        
        
            3.6L V6 (LP1/LY7)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Option 1 Displacement:
        
        
            3564 cc
        
     
    
        
            Engine Option 1 Horsepower:
        
        
            255 hp @ 6200 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Engine Option 1 Torque:
        
        
            254 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Engine Option 2:
        
        
            4.6L V8 (Northstar LH2)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Option 2 Displacement:
        
        
            4635 cc
        
     
    
        
            Engine Option 2 Horsepower:
        
        
            320 hp @ 6400 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Engine Option 2 Torque:
        
        
            315 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Delivery:
        
        
            Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection (SEFI)
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Type:
        
        
            Premium Unleaded Gasoline (recommended)
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Management:
        
        
            Engine Control Module (ECM)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Transmission Type:
        
        
            6-speed automatic transmission (4T75-E)
        
     
    
        
            Drive Type:
        
        
            Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) standard
        
     
    
    
        
            Drive Type Optional:
        
        
            All-Wheel Drive (AWD) optional
        
     
    
    
        
            Transmission Features:
        
        
            Driver Shift Control (manual shifting capability), traction control, stability control.
        
     
 
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
        
            Seating Capacity:
        
        
            5 passengers
        
     
    
    
        
            Cargo Volume Behind Second Row:
        
        
            28.0 cubic feet
        
     
    
        
            Cargo Volume Maximum:
        
        
            67.3 cubic feet (with second row folded)
        
     
    
    
        
            Curb Weight Approx:
        
        
            4,378 - 4,632 lbs (depending on configuration)
        
     
    
        
            Towing Capacity:
        
        
            Up to 3,500 lbs (when properly equipped)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            NHTSA Frontal Driver Impact:
        
        
            5-star
        
     
    
        
            NHTSA Frontal Passenger Impact:
        
        
            5-star
        
     
    
        
            IIHS Front Crash Rating:
        
        
            Good
        
     
    
        
            IIHS Side Impact Rating:
        
        
            Good
        
     
    
    
        
            Stability Control:
        
        
            Standard StabiliTrak electronic stability control system.
        
     
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            Standard Traction Control System (TCS).
        
     
    
        
            Braking:
        
        
            Four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes (ABS).
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags:
        
        
            Frontal airbags for driver and front passenger, front side-impact airbags, available roof-rail side-impact airbags.
        
     
    
        
            Seatbelts:
        
        
            Three-point seatbelts for all seating positions, front seat pretensioners.
        
     
    
        
            Child Safety:
        
        
            LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system for child seat installation.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Audio System:
        
        
            Standard AM/FM/CD player with optional Bose premium audio system, satellite radio capability.
        
     
    
        
            Navigation:
        
        
            Optional factory navigation system with touch-screen interface.
        
     
    
    
        
            Parking Assist:
        
        
            Optional rear parking assist system (Ultrasonic).
        
     
    
        
            Remote Start:
        
        
            Optional remote keyless entry and remote start system.
        
     
    
    
        
            Auxiliary Input:
        
        
            Optional auxiliary audio input jack for portable music players.
        
     
    
    
        
            Climate Features:
        
        
            Dual-zone automatic climate control with rear climate outlets.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Typically every 5,000 - 7,500 miles or as indicated by the oil life monitoring system, depending on driving conditions.
        
     
    
        
            Tire Rotation Interval:
        
        
            Every 7,500 miles.
        
     
    
        
            Major Service Interval:
        
        
            Refer to manual for specific mileage/time recommendations for spark plugs, coolant flush, transmission fluid, etc. (e.g., spark plugs around 100,000 miles).
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Type:
        
        
            SAE 5W-30 Synthetic (preferred for most conditions).
        
     
    
        
            Engine Oil Capacity:
        
        
            Approximately 5 quarts (3.6L V6), 7 quarts (4.6L V8) with filter change. Consult manual for precise capacity.
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            Dex-Cool (GM 6043-M) Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Orange).
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Type:
        
        
            Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
        
     
    
        
            Brake Fluid Type:
        
        
            DOT 3 or DOT 4.
        
     
    
    
        
            Common Issues 1:
        
        
            Power steering leaks, particularly from the pump and lines.
        
     
    
        
            Common Issues 2:
        
        
            Timing chain issues on some V6 engines (though less prevalent than in earlier Northstar V8s).
        
     
    
        
            Common Issues 3:
        
        
            Water pump leaks, especially on the V8 engine.
        
     
    
        
            Common Issues 4:
        
        
            Climate control system malfunctions (e.g., blower motor issues, blend door actuators).
        
     
    
    
        
            Oil Filter Example:
        
        
            ACDelco PF46 or equivalent (consult specific engine for exact P/N).
        
     
    
        
            Air Filter Example:
        
        
            ACDelco A3099C or equivalent (consult specific engine for exact P/N).
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Brand Identity:
        
        
            Cadillac, a division of General Motors, has a long-standing reputation for producing luxury vehicles in the United States.
        
     
    
    
        
            First Generation:
        
        
            The first generation of the Cadillac SRX was introduced for the 2004 model year, replacing the Cadillac Catera and Slotting below the Escalade.
        
     
    
        
            Mid Cycle Refresh:
        
        
            The 2006 model year represents the initial generation; a significant refresh would occur for the 2010 model year with a second generation.
        
     
    
    
        
            Manufacturing Location:
        
        
            Spring Hill, Tennessee, USA
        
     
    
        
            Production Years Gen1:
        
        
            2004-2009
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            IIHS Top Safety Pick Year:
        
        
            Not specifically awarded 'Top Safety Pick' by IIHS for this year, but received 'Good' ratings in crash tests.
        
     
    
        
            Consumer Reports Reliability:
        
        
            Reliability ratings varied; often cited for some common issues as noted above.
        
     
    
    
        
            Jd Power Initial Quality:
        
        
            Positioned within the luxury segment, aiming for competitive initial quality metrics for its class.