CADILLAC XLR V 2007 1.G Repair Manual
Manufacturer: CADILLAC, Model Year: 2007, Model line: XLR V, Model: CADILLAC XLR V 2007 1.GPages: 512, PDF Size: 3.84 MB
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Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash
{CAUTION:
A crash can damage the restraint systems
in your vehicle. A damaged restraint
system may not properly protect the
person using it, resulting in serious injury
or even death in a crash. To help make
sure your restraint systems are working
properly after a crash, have them
inspected and any necessary
replacements made as soon as possible.
If you have had a crash, do you need new belts?
After a very minor collision, nothing may be
necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they
would be if worn during a more severe crash,
then you need new parts.If belts are cut or damaged, replace them.
Collision damage also may mean you will need to
have safety belt or seat parts repaired or
replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary
even if the belt was not being used at the time
of the collision.
If an airbag in ates, you will need to replace
airbag system parts. See the part on the airbag
system earlier in this section.
If the frontal airbags in ate, you will also need to
replace the driver’s and passenger’s safety
belt buckle assembly. Be sure to do so. Then the
new buckle assembly will be there to help
protect you in a collision.
After a crash you may need to replace the driver
and front passenger’s safety belt buckle
assemblies, even if the frontal airbags have not
deployed. The driver and front passenger’s safety
belt buckle assemblies contain the safety belt
pretensioners. Have your safety belt pretensioners
checked if your vehicle has been in a collision,
or if your airbag readiness light stays on after you
start your vehicle or while you are driving. See
Airbag Readiness Light on page 188.
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✍NOTES
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Keys.............................................................. 65
Keyless Access System.............................. 67
Keyless Access System Operation.............. 68
Doors and Locks.......................................... 73
Door Locks................................................. 73
Power Door Locks....................................... 75
Automatic Door Lock................................... 76
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock........ 76
Lockout Protection....................................... 77
Trunk.......................................................... 77
Windows....................................................... 81
Power Windows.......................................... 82
Sun Visors.................................................. 84
Theft-Deterrent Systems............................... 84
Theft-Deterrent System................................ 84
Valet Lockout Switch................................... 86
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle........... 87
New Vehicle Break-In.................................. 87
Ignition Positions......................................... 88
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)............... 89
Starting the Engine..................................... 89
Automatic Transmission Operation............... 92
Parking Brake............................................. 97Shifting Into Park (P)................................... 99
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................. 100
Parking Over Things That Burn................. 101
Engine Exhaust......................................... 102
Running the Engine While Parked............. 103
Mirrors......................................................... 104
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
OnStar
®................................................. 104
Outside Power Heated Mirrors................... 105
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror............. 105
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror................ 106
Outside Convex Mirror............................... 106
OnStar
®System.......................................... 107
Universal Home Remote System................ 110
Universal Home Remote System
(With One Triangular LED)..................... 110
Universal Home Remote System
(With Three Round LED)....................... 111
Universal Home Remote System
Operation (With Three Round LED)....... 112
Universal Home Remote System Operation
(With One Triangular LED)...................... 118
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Storage Areas............................................. 121
Glove Box................................................. 121
Cupholder(s).............................................. 122
Center Console Storage Area.................... 122
Map Pocket............................................... 122Floor Mats................................................. 122
Rear Storage Area.................................... 123
Convenience Net....................................... 123
Retractable Hardtop.................................... 124
Lowering the Retractable Hardtop.............. 124
Raising the Retractable Hardtop................ 125
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Keys
{CAUTION:
Leaving children unattended in a vehicle
is dangerous, but it is even more
dangerous if the keyless access
transmitter is also left in the vehicle. A
child or others could be badly injured or
even killed.
They could operate the power windows or
other controls or even make the vehicle
move. If they started the engine and
moved the shift lever out of PARK (P),
that would release the parking brake.
Do not leave the keyless access
transmitter in a vehicle with children.
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This key, located inside
the keyless access
transmitter, can be used
for the glove box and
the trunk, if vehicle
power is lost. SeeTrunk
on page 77for more
information.
To remove the key,
press the button (A)
near the bottom of the
keyless access
transmitter, and pull the
key out. Never pull
the key out without
pressing the button.Your vehicle has a keyless access system with
pushbutton start. SeeIgnition Positions on page 88
for information on starting the vehicle.
Notice:If you ever lose your transmitter(s)
and/or key, it could be difficult to get into your
vehicle. You may even have to damage your
vehicle to get in. Be sure you have a spare
transmitter and/or key.
In an emergency, contact Cadillac Roadside
Assistance. SeeRoadside Service on page 487.
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Keyless Access System
Your vehicle has a Keyless Access System that
operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) Rules
and with Industry Canada.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference.
2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Changes or modi cations to this system by other
than an authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
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If you ever notice a decrease in the keyless
access transmitter range, try doing one of the
following:
Check the distance. You may be too far from
your vehicle. You may need to stand closer
during rainy or snowy weather.
Check the location. Other vehicles or objects
may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps
to the left or right, hold the transmitter
higher, and try again.
Check to determine if battery replacement is
necessary. See “Battery Replacement”
underKeyless Access System Operation on
page 68.
Check to make sure that an electronic device
such as a cellular phone or lap top computer
is not causing interference.
If you are still having trouble, see your dealer
or a quali ed technician for service.
Keyless Access System Operation
Your vehicle has a Keyless Access System
that allows you to lock and unlock your doors,
unlock your trunk lid and disarm or arm your
theft-deterrent system. The range distance is as
much as 100 feet (30 m) away.
Your vehicle comes with
two transmitters, and up
to four can be matched
to your vehicle. See
“Matching Transmitter(s)
to Your Vehicle” later
in this section.
Q(Lock):Press this button to lock the doors.
The indicator light on the door will ash once.
If this button is pressed twice, the doors will
lock, the light will ash once and the horn will
sound once.
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