trunk release CADILLAC XLR 2004 1.G Owners Manual

If power to the vehicle or the keyless access transmitter
is lost, there are two ways to open the door.
If you are inside the vehicle, use the door release
handle located on the ¯oor next to each seat. Pull the
handle up to unlock and unlatch the door.If you are outside the vehicle, there is a door release
tab in the trunk. The tab is located behind a panel on the
driver's side of the trunk. Pull the handle to unlock
and unlatch the driver's door. See
Trunk on page 2-11for information on opening the trunk during a loss
of power.
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Trunk Lock Release
{CAUTION:
Moving parts of the powered trunk lid can be
dangerous. You or others could be injured.
Keep yourself and others away from the trunk
lid and its mechanism while it is closing.
The trunk lock release
button is located to the left
of the steering wheel on
the instrument panel.Press the button to open the trunk. To use this feature,
your vehicle must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N)
and the valet lockout switch must be off.
You can also press the button with the trunk symbol on
the keyless access transmitter to open the trunk. To
disable this feature, see ªValet Lockout Switchº underTheft-Deterrent Systems on page 2-17.
You may passively enter the trunk when you squeeze
the trunk release sensor located on the rear of the trunk
lid under the emblem, as long as you have your
transmitter with you. The vehicle must be in PARK (P)
and the valet lockout switch must be off.
To close the trunk, press
the button on the
underside of the trunk lid.
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To stop the trunk lid while it is closing, do one of the
following:
·Press the trunk lock release button located on the
instrument panel.
·Use the key cylinder on the rear fascia.
·Squeeze the trunk release sensor located on the
rear of the trunk lid.
·Press the button with the trunk symbol on the
keyless access transmitter.
·Press the trunk close button on the underside of the
trunk lid.
To begin opening the trunk from the stopped position,
use any of the methods above, except pressing the trunk
close button.
To resume closing the power trunk lid, press the trunk
close button on the underside of the trunk lid.If the vehicle has lost
battery power, you can
still open the trunk using
the key.
The key cylinder is located behind a cover on the lower
rear fascia on the driver's side of the vehicle. Use
the key to pry open the door to access the key cylinder.
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Emergency Trunk Release Handle
Notice:Using the emergency trunk release handle
as a tie-down or anchor point when securing
items in the trunk may damage it. Use the
emergency trunk release handle only to help you
open the trunk lid.
There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release
handle located inside the trunk near the latch. This
handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull
the release handle and push up on the trunk lid to
release the latch from the inside.
Windows
{CAUTION:
Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a
vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous.
They can be overcome by the extreme heat
and suffer permanent injuries or even death
from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a
helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle,
especially with the windows closed in warm or
hot weather.
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Testing the Alarm
Do the following to test the system:
1. Make sure the trunk lid is latched.
2. Lower the window on the driver's door.
3. Manually arm the system.
4. Close the doors and wait 30 seconds.
5. Reach through the open window and manually pull
the release lever on the ¯oor.
6. Turn off the alarm by pressing the unlock button on
the transmitter.
If the alarm is inoperative, check to see if the horn
works. If not, check the horn fuse. See
Fuses and Circuit
Breakers on page 5-85. If the horn works, but the
alarm does not go off, see your dealer.
Disarming the System
Always use your keyless access transmitter to unlock a
door either by pressing the unlock button on the
transmitter or by squeezing the door handle sensor
while you have the transmitter with you. Unlocking a
door any other way will set off the alarm. If your alarm
sounds, press the unlock button on the keyless
access transmitter to disarm it.
Valet Lockout Switch
The valet lockout switch
is located inside the
glove box.
Press the switch to ON to disable the use of the trunk
and convertible top. The trunk cannot be opened except
by using the key if the valet lockout is on.
Press the switch to OFF to enable the use of the trunk
and convertible top.
Locking the glove box with your key will also help to
secure your vehicle.
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5. Push and hold the top
of the retractable
hardtop button located
behind the shift
lever. The windows will
automatically lower
and the top will raise. A
chime will sound
when the top has
raised completely.
After the top is fully raised, release the retractable
hardtop button. If you press the button again within ®ve
seconds, the windows will automatically close.
If your radio is on, you may notice a brief mute in
sound. This is normal and due to a new audio system
equalization being loaded for the vehicle with the
top raised.
Under certain conditions, the Driver Information Center
(DIC) may display a message regarding the retractable
hardtop. If this happens, see
DIC Warnings and
Messages on page 3-57for more information.If your vehicle has a power loss, such as a dead
battery, you can still raise the top manually by doing the
following:
1. Lower both sun visors and open both doors.
2. Use the key to open the trunk. See
Keys on
page 2-2andTrunk on page 2-11for more
information.
3. Raise the trunk by hand.
4. Remove the wrench located inside the passenger's
side storage compartment.
5. Find the hydraulic
pump under the carpet
on the rear driver's side
of the trunk. Open the
valve by turning it
counterclockwise with
your hand until it stops.
Notice:Pressing the convertible top button when
the hydraulic pump valve is open could damage the
pump. Always close the hydraulic pump valve
after the top has been closed manually.
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TOO COLD TO MOVE TOP:This message will display
when the retractable hardtop button is pressed and
the hardtop pump motor temperature is below -4É F (-20É
C). Wait for the hardtop pump motor to warm up
before using the retractable hardtop.
TOP INOP ± VALET ON:This message will display
when the retractable hardtop button is pressed and the
valet switch is on. Turn off the valet switch before
using the retractable hardtop.
TOP INOP OUT OF PARK:This message will display if
the retractable hardtop button is pressed while the
vehicle is not in PARK (P).
TOP MOTOR OVER TEMP:This message will display
when the retractable hardtop button is pressed and
the hardtop pump motor temperature is over 185É F (85É
C). Wait for the hardtop pump motor to cool down
before using the retractable hardtop.
TOP NOT SECURE:This message will display when
the retractable hardtop button is released before the top
open or close operation is complete. Press and hold
the retractable hardtop button to fully open or close
the top.
TRAC SYSTEM ACTIVE:When your traction control
system is limiting wheel spin, the TRACTION SYSTEM
ACTIVE message will be displayed. Slippery road
conditions may exist if this message is displayed, soadjust your driving accordingly. This message will stay
on for a few seconds after the traction control system
stops limited wheel spin.
TRAC/STABILITRAK OFF:This message indicates
that both the Traction Control System (TCS) and
Stabilitrak
žare off. The message will remain until
RESET is pressed or the systems are turned on again.
TRAC/STABILITRAK ON:This message indicates
that both the Traction Control System (TCS) and
the Stabilitrak
žare on.
TRACTION SYSTEM OFF:This message indicates
that the Traction Control System (TCS) is off but
Stabilitrak
žremains on.
TRACTION SYSTEM ON:This message indicates that
the Traction Control System (TCS) is on, but
Stabilitrak
žis off.
TRUNK AJAR:This message indicates that the trunk is
open while the vehicle is running and not in PARK (P).
WAIT FOR STABILITRAK:This message will be
displayed after driving 19 mph (30 km/h) for 10 seconds
if the steering is not centered. Stabilitrak
žis not
available until the steering centers itself and the
STABILITRAK READY message is displayed in the DIC.
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The fuel door release
button is located on the left
side of the instrument
panel.
To open the fuel door, press the fuel door release
button. The vehicle must be in PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N) and the valet lockout button must
be in OFF.
An alternate fuel door release is located inside the trunk
behind a panel on the driver's side. Pull the handle to
release the fuel door.
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Fuses Usage
25Inside Rearview Mirror, Climate
Control System, Column Lock,
Power Sounder
26Instrument Panel Cluster, Head-Up
Display (HUD)
27 Radio, S-Band, CD Changer
28Tap-Up/Tap-Down Switch, Adaptive
Cruise Control (ACC) Switch, Cruise
Control Switch
29Climate Control System, Power
Sounder
30Rear Fog Lamps, Diagnostic Link
Connector
31 Power Folding Mirror
32Trunk Close Button, Parking Brake
Solenoid B
33 Power Seats
34 Door Controls
35 Run, Accessory PowerFuses Usage
36 Not Used
37 Not Used
38 RainsenseŸ
39Steering Wheel Control Button
Lights
40 Power Lumbar
41 Passenger's Side Heated Seat
42 Driver's Side Heated Seat
43 Not Used
44 Retractable Hardtop, Trunk Latch
45 Auxiliary Power
46 Cigar Lighter
47 Park Brake Hold
48 Park Brake Release
49 Not Used
50 Not Used
51 Not Used
52 Fuel Door
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Doing Your Own Service Work........................... 5-4
Door
Locks.......................................................... 2-8
Power Door Locks.......................................2-10
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.............2-10
Driver
Position, Safety Belt.....................................1-10
Driver Information Center (DIC).........................3-55
DIC Controls and Displays............................3-55
DIC Vehicle Personalization..........................3-66
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-57
Other Messages..........................................3-65
Driver Shift Control.........................................2-25
Driving
At Night.....................................................4-18
City...........................................................4-23
Defensive..................................................... 4-2
Drunken....................................................... 4-2
Freeway.....................................................4-24
Hill and Mountain Roads..............................4-26
In Rain and on Wet Roads...........................4-20
Winter........................................................4-28
Driving On Snow or Ice...................................4-29
Driving Through Deep Standing Water...............4-22
Driving Through Flowing Water.........................4-22
Dual Climate Control System............................3-33E
Eight-Way Power Seats..................................... 1-2
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment......................................5-84
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...........................5-85
Power Windows and Other Power Options......5-84
Windshield Wiper Fuses...............................5-84
Emergency Trunk Release Handle.....................2-14
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance
Programs...................................................3-51
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................5-18
Battery.......................................................5-38
Check and Service Engine Soon Light............3-48
Coolant......................................................5-20
Coolant Heater............................................2-21
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................3-47
Drive Belt Routing.......................................6-13
Engine Compartment Overview......................5-12
Exhaust.....................................................2-31
Oil .............................................................5-13
Oil Pressure Gage.......................................3-52
Overheating................................................5-23
Starting......................................................2-20
Engine Oil Additives........................................5-16
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