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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Cadillac SRX AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Delco Single Piston Sliding Caliper -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Front -> Inspection -> Installation -> Rear -> Removal
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac SRX 4.6 V8 GAS

Removal

Front
  • Siphon brake fluid out of master cylinder until fluid level is approximately 1/3 full, this will prevent fluid overflow when caliper piston is pushed back into its bore.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheels.
  • Push piston back into its bore using suitable C-clamp, Fig. .
  • Remove brake caliper hose bolt, then two metal gaskets from brake caliper bolt.
  • Remove two caliper mounting bolts and lift caliper off of rotor.
Rear
  • Siphon brake fluid out of master cylinder until fluid level is approximately 1/3 full, this will prevent fluid overflow when caliper piston is pushed ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Cadillac SRX AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> All Wheel Drive (AWD) -> Front -> Rear -> Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac SRX 3.6 V6 GAS

Front

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove mounting bolts and front propeller shaft Constant Velocity (CV) joint heat shield.
  • Mark propeller shaft Constant Velocity (CV) joint to transfer case flange for installation alignment.
  • Remove mounting bolts and disconnect CV joint from differential pinion flange by moving shaft rearward using suitable flat-bladed tool in differential flange notch.
  • Remove mounting bolts and disconnect CV joint from transfer case flange by moving shaft forward using suitable flat-bladed tool in differential flange notch.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting th...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Cadillac SRX AUTOMOBILES

Relearn Procedures -> Keyless Entry Transmitter Or DIC Method -> Scan Tool Method
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac SRX 3.6 V6 GAS

Keyless Entry Transmitter Or DIC Method

  • On models with standard ignition switch, place the ignition switch in the On position.
  • On models with keyless ignition switch, place the ignition switch in the Accy position.
  • On all models, using the keyless entry transmitters press the lock and unlock buttons at the same time until a horn chirp sounds indicating the learn mode has been actuated. The left front turn signal will also be illuminated.
  • Using the DIC (Driver Information Center) press and release the Info button until the Tire Learn message is indicated on the DIC display. Depres...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Cadillac SRX AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac SRX 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove cross car brace mounting bolts and brace.
  • Remove power steering and engine oil fill caps.
  • Lift up on fuel injector sight shield, pull it forward and remove it.
  • Remove retaining clip and PCV dirty air tube.
  • Remove PCV fresh air tube.
  • Remove sight shield bracket nuts and bracket.
  • Disconnect fuel injector electrical connectors from fuel injectors.
  • Disconnect evaporative emission purge valve line and electrical connector.
  • Remove EVAP line from retaining feature at rear of right cylinder head and move aside.
  • Relieve fuel system pressure, using a suitabl...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Cadillac SRX AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 2004-09 SRX
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac SRX 3.6 V6 GAS

On 2004-07 models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

On 2008-09 models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 25,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Place the wipers in Park position then open hood.
  • Remove the wiper arm nuts.
  • Remove the upper hood assist rods from ball studs.
  • Remove the wiper arms.
  • Tilt the hood rearward to access air inlet grille panel, while supporting hood assembly.
  • Remove the upp...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Cadillac SRX AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Service Four Wheel Drive (4WD) System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac SRX 3.6 V6 GAS

This lamp should light for approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Cadillac SRX AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac SRX 4.6 V8 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove battery tray.
  • Remove cowl panel retaining bolts.
  • Remove cowl panel.
  • Release clamp on heater inlet hose at heater core.
  • Remove hose from heater core.
  • Release clamp on heater inlet hose at thermostat assembly.
  • Remove hose from thermostat assembly.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Cadillac SRX AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> Alternator -> Water Pump, Air Conditioning Compressor and Power Steering Pump
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac SRX 4.6 V8 GAS

Water Pump, Air Conditioning Compressor and Power Steering Pump

  • Remove fuel injector sight shield.
  • Remove air cleaner outlet duct.
  • Remove power steering fluid reservoir mounting nuts and position reservoir aside. It is not required to remove fluid lines.
  • Rotate drive belt tensioner clockwise to release drive belt tension.
  • Slide drive belt from water pump pulley.
  • Slide drive belt out from behind drive belt tensioner.
  • Access belt from side of tensioner pulley in loca...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Cadillac SRX AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2008 Cadillac SRX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Rear Body Components Diagram for 2008 Cadillac SRX  3.6 V6 GASRear Body Components Diagram for 2008 Cadillac SRX 3.6 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Rear Auxiliary Power Outlet
  • Folding Seat Recline Switch
  • Front Folding Seat Stow Switch
  • Rear Folding Seat Stow Switch
  • Interior Components Diagram for 2008 Cadillac SRX  4.6 V8 GASInterior Components Diagram for 2008 Cadillac SRX 4.6 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Theft Deterrent Alarm Siren
  • Inclination Sensor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Cadillac SRX AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2008 Cadillac SRX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Cadillac SRX  3.6 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Cadillac SRX 3.6 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Fan Relay
  • Engine Control Module
  • LH Engine Cooling Fan
  • RH Engine Cooling Fan
  • 2008 Cadillac SRX  4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Cadillac SRX 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Body Control Module
  • Electronic Brake Control Module
  • Ignition Coil 3
  • Ignition Coil 5
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2008 Cadillac SRX AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2008 Cadillac SRX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: GM of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty Tire Program
    Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac SRX 4.6 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac SRX 4.6 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2008 Cadillac SRX AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2008 Cadillac SRX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2008 Cadillac SRX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2008 Cadillac SRX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2008 Cadillac SRX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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