Vehicle Segment:
Luxury Crossover SUV
Target Audience:
Premium SUV buyers seeking comfort, performance, and Cadillac's luxury appointments.
Key Competitors 2008:
BMW X3, Audi Q5, Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class, Lexus RX.
Premium Appointments:
Focus on luxurious interior materials, advanced features, and a refined driving experience.
Performance Orientation:
Offered with potent V6 engines and available all-wheel drive, emphasizing Cadillac's performance heritage.
Engine:
All engine variants, including diagnostics, repair, and overhaul
Transmission:
Automatic transmission service, repair, and troubleshooting
Drivetrain:
Front-wheel drive (FWD) and All-wheel drive (AWD) systems, including differentials and driveshafts
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension components, alignment, and diagnostics
Steering:
Power steering system, steering column, and wheel
Brakes:
Brake system components, including ABS, EBD, and parking brake
Electrical:
Complete electrical system schematics, wiring diagrams, component testing, and diagnostics
HVAC:
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning system service and repair
Body:
Body panels, doors, windows, mirrors, and related trim
Interior:
Interior trim, seating, dashboard, and console components
Restraints:
Airbag system, seat belts, and safety restraint components
Infotainment:
Audio, navigation, and infotainment system troubleshooting and repair
Routine Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and top-offs, spark plug replacement
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures for common and complex issues, fault code interpretation
Major Repairs:
Engine rebuilds, transmission overhaul, suspension component replacement
Component Replacement:
Detailed instructions for replacing sensors, actuators, pumps, modules, and more
Wiring Diagrams:
Comprehensive, high-resolution wiring schematics for all electrical systems
Specifications And Tolerances:
Precise torque values, clearances, and measurement specifications for all components
Diagnostic Procedures:
Step-by-step diagnostic routines for identifying and resolving malfunctions
Special Tools:
Identification and usage of specialized tools required for specific repairs
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance to complex engine and transmission overhauls.
Transmission Type:
6-speed automatic transmission (e.g., 6T70/6T75)
Optional Transmission Type:
N/A for 2008 model year; only automatic offered.
Transmission Features:
Driver Shift Control with manual mode, adaptive shifting.
Transmission Fluid Type:
Dexron VI (or equivalent)
Length:
Approximately 189.5 inches (4813 mm)
Width:
Approximately 72.6 inches (1844 mm)
Height:
Approximately 65.7 inches (1669 mm)
Wheelbase:
Approximately 110.5 inches (2807 mm)
Curb Weight Range:
Approximately 4,100 - 4,300 lbs (1860 - 1950 kg)
Towing Capacity:
Up to 3,500 lbs (1,588 kg) with available towing package.
NHTSA Frontal Crash Rating:
5-Star (Driver and Passenger)
NHTSA Side Impact Rating:
5-Star (Front and Rear Passengers)
IIHS Top Safety Pick:
Good (Frontal Offset Crash Test)
Traction Control:
Standard Traction Control System (TCS)
Electronic Stability Control:
Standard StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Airbags:
Frontal airbags, front and rear side-impact airbags, side-curtain airbags.
Seat Belts:
3-point active seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters.
Infotainment System Name:
Cadillac's infotainment system with touchscreen display (available with navigation).
Audio Options:
Bose premium audio system available.
Parking Assist:
Rear parking assist sensors (Ultrasonic).
Backup Camera:
Optional rearview camera system.
Bluetooth:
Available Bluetooth hands-free calling.
Remote Start:
Standard or available remote keyless entry and remote start.
Oil Change Interval:
Recommended every 7,500 - 10,000 miles or 12 months, depending on driving conditions and oil type used. Refer to manual for specific recommendations.
Air Filter Replacement:
Recommended every 30,000 miles or as needed based on inspection.
Spark Plug Replacement:
Recommended at 100,000 miles for iridium-tipped spark plugs (refer to manual for specific type).
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 5W-30 Synthetic (meeting GM specification GMSB-4754-M).
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approximately 5.5 quarts (5.2 liters) with filter change for the 3.6L V6.
Coolant Type:
Dex-Cool (GMC-approved orange long-life coolant)
Common Problem 1:
Timing chain tensioner issues on earlier 3.6L V6 engines (often addressed by later revisions or in the manual).
Common Problem 2:
Actuator failures for HVAC blend doors, leading to temperature control issues.
Common Problem 3:
Potential for oil leaks from valve cover gaskets or cam phaser seals.
Common Problem 4:
Water pump failures, particularly the electric coolant pump on some configurations.
Common Problem 5:
Suspension component wear, such as control arm bushings or ball joints, common in vehicles of this age.
Cadillac Brand Identity:
Synonymous with American luxury, comfort, and technological innovation since 1902.
Srx Introduction Year:
2004 (First Generation)
First Gen Platform:
Initially based on the GM Sigma platform, later shifted to the Theta Premium platform for this generation.
Production Plant:
GM Assembly Plant in Ramos Arizpe, Coahuila, Mexico.
Model Years First Gen:
2004-2009