Black plate (17,1)
Cadillac SRX Owner Manual- 2010

Driving and Operating 8-17

Starting andOperating

New Vehicle Break-In

Notice: The vehicle does not
need an elaborate break-in. But it
will perform better in the long run
if you follow these guidelines:
.Do not drive at any one
constant speed, fast or slow,
for the first 805km
(500miles). Do not make
full-throttle starts. Avoid
downshifting to brake or
slow the vehicle.
.During the first 1000 km
(600miles), avoid using more
than moderate acceleration
in lower gears and avoid
vehicle speeds above
110km/h (68 mph).
.Between the first 1000 km
(600miles) and 5 000 km
(3,000 miles), heavy
acceleration in lower gears
can be used. Vehiclespeeds
above 110km/h (68mph)
should be limited to
five minutes per use.
.Avoidmaking hard stops for
the first 322 km (200miles) or
so. During this time the new
brake linings are not yet
broken in. Hard stops with
new linings can mean
premature wear and earlier
replacement. Follow this
breaking-in guideline every
time you get new brake
linings.
.Do not tow a trailer during
break-in. See Driving
Characteristics and Towing
Tips
on page 852
for the
trailer towing capabilities of
your vehicle and more
information.
Following breakin, engine speed
and load can be gradually
increased.