CADILLAC XLR V 2007 1.G Manual Online

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{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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Power Windows
The power window
switches are located on
each door near the
armrest.
Press the up or down arrows on the switches to
raise or lower the windows.
Your vehicle has Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) that allows you to use the power windows
once the ignition has been turned off. For
more information, seeRetained Accessory Power
(RAP) on page 89.
Power Window Initialize
After a power reconnect such as battery
replacement, the express-up and index-up features
will not function until the system is initialized.
Once power is restored, do the following:
1. Close the door.
2. Raise the window by holding the up arrow on
the power window switch.
3. Hold the up arrow for three seconds after the
window is closed. Release the switch. Then
hold the up arrow again for three seconds.
The express-up system must be initialized to
operate the windows with the door open.
Express-Down Window
This feature is on both power windows. Press the
down arrow on the switch to the second position
to activate the express-down feature. If you want to
stop the window as it is lowering, press the
switch again.
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Express-Up Window
This feature is on both power windows. Press the
up arrow on the switch to the second position
to activate the express-up feature. If you want to
stop the window as it is raising, press the
switch again.
Express Window Anti-Pinch Feature
If any object is in the path of the window when the
express-up is active, the window will stop at the
obstruction and auto-reverse to a preset
factory position. Weather conditions such as
severe icing may also cause the window to
auto-reverse. The window will return to normal
operation once the obstruction or condition
is removed.
{CAUTION:
If express override is activated, the
window will not reverse automatically.
You or others could be injured and the
window could be damaged. Before you
use express override, make sure that all
people and obstructions are clear of the
window path.
Express Window Anti-Pinch Override
In an emergency, the anti-pinch feature can
be overridden in a supervised mode. Hold the
window switch all the way down in the express
position. The window will rise for as long as
the switch is held. Once the switch is released,
the express mode is re-activated.
In this mode, the window can still close on an
object in its path. Use care when using the
override mode.
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Window Indexing
This feature automatically lowers the window a
small amount when the door is opened. Then,
when the door is closed, the window will raise to
its full up position.
Sun Visors
Notice:Raising or lowering the retractable
hardtop with the visor or the visor vanity mirror
cover up, may cause damage to the visor or
mirror cover. Always return the visor to
the center mount or lower the cover on the
visor vanity mirror before raising or lowering
the retractable hardtop.
Swing down the visor to block out glare. It can
also be detached from the center mount and
moved to the side.
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors
Swing the visor down and lift the cover. The lamp
will automatically come on when the cover is
opened.
Theft-Deterrent Systems
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some
cities. Although your vehicle has a number of
theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we
put on it can make it impossible to steal.
Theft-Deterrent System
Your vehicle is equipped with a theft-deterrent
alarm system.
With this system, the
security light will ash
when the door is
open and locked with
the power door
lock switch.
If this light is on continuously while the engine is
running, your vehicle needs service.
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Arming the System
Use one of the three following items listed here to
arm the system:
Press the lock button on the keyless access
transmitter.
Open the door. Lock the door with the power
door lock switch. The security light should
ash. Remove the keyless access transmitter
from the interior of the vehicle and close
the door. The security light will stop ashing
and stay on. After 30 seconds, the light should
turn off.
The vehicle can be programmed to
automatically lock the doors and arm the
system when you exit the vehicle. SeeDIC
Vehicle Personalization on page 220.Now, if a door or the trunk lid is opened without
the keyless access transmitter, the alarm will
go off. Your horn will sound for two minutes, then
it will go off to save battery power. And, your
vehicle will not start without a keyless transmitter
present.
The theft-deterrent system will not arm if you lock
the driver’s door with the power door lock
switch after the doors are closed.
If your passenger stays in the vehicle when you
leave with the keyless access transmitter, have the
passenger lock the vehicle after the doors are
closed. This way the alarm will not arm, and your
passenger will not set it off.
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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. SeeFuses and
Circuit Breakers on page 453. If the horn works, but
the alarm doesn’t 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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Starting and Operating Your
Vehicle
New Vehicle Break-In
Notice:Your vehicle does not need an
elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in
the long run if you follow these guidelines:
Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h)
or less for the rst 500 miles (805 km).
Do not drive at any one constant speed,
fast or slow, for the rst 500 miles
(805 km). Do not make full-throttle starts.
Avoid downshifting to brake, or slow,
the vehicle.
Avoid making hard stops for the rst
200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time
your 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.
Following break-in, engine speed and load can
be gradually increased.
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Ignition Positions
Your vehicle has an
electronic keyless
ignition with pushbutton
start.
/(START):Press this button while your foot is
on the brake to start the engine. The shifter
must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) to start the
engine and the keyless access transmitter must
be in the vehicle for the ignition to work.
9Acc. (OFF/ACCESSORY):When this button
is pressed, the engine will turn off even if the shifter
is not in PARK (P). If the shifter is in PARK (P), the
ignition mode will change to Retained Accessory
Power (RAP), if all doors are closed. The ignition
mode will change to OFF, if a front door is opened.SeeRetained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 89
for more information. If the shifter is not in
PARK (P), the ignition mode will change to Acc.
(Accessory). SeeShifting Into Park (P) on page 99.
When the engine is off, press this button to place
the vehicle in accessory mode. ACCESSORY
MODE ON will display on the Driver Information
Center (DIC). This mode allows you to use things
like the radio and the windshield wipers while the
engine is off. Use accessory mode if you must have
your vehicle in motion while the engine is off, for
example, if your vehicle is being towed. If the door
is open while in accessory mode, the key in
reminder chime will sound continuously.
If the push-button start is not working, your vehicle
may be near a strong radio antenna signal causing
interference to the keyless access system. SeeDIC
Warnings and Messages on page 206for more
information.
After being in Acc. for about 20 minutes, the vehicle
will automatically enter RAP or will turn off,
depending on if the doors are opened or closed.
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Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
The following accessories on your vehicle may be
used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is
turned off:
Radio
Power Windows
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Power to these accessories stops after 10 minutes
or if a door is opened. If you want power for
another 10 minutes, close all the doors and press
the Acc. button to place the vehicle in accessory
mode. Press the button again and the vehicle
will return to RAP.
Starting the Engine
Move the shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
To restart when you are already moving, use
NEUTRAL (N).
Notice:Do not try to shift to PARK (P) if your
vehicle is moving. If you do, you could
damage the transmission. Shift to PARK (P)
only when your vehicle is stopped.
The keyless access transmitter must be inside the
vehicle for the ignition to work.
Cell phone chargers can interfere with the
operation of the Keyless Access System. Battery
chargers should not be plugged in when starting
or turning off the engine.
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To start you vehicle, do the following:
1. With your foot on the brake pedal, press the
START button located on the instrument
panel.
If there is not a keyless access transmitter in
the vehicle or if there is something causing
interference with it, the DIC will display
NO FOB DETECTED. SeeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 206for more information.
2. When the engine begins cranking, let go of
the button and the engine cranks automatically
until it starts. If the battery in the keyless
access transmitter is weak, the DIC displays
FOB BATTERY LOW. You can still drive
the vehicle.
See “Battery Replacement” underKeyless
Access System Operation on page 68for more
information. If the fob battery is dead, you
need to insert the fob into the fob slot to enable
engine starting. See″No Fobs Detected″
underDIC Warnings and Messages on
page 206.3. Do not race the engine immediately after
starting it. Operate the engine and
transmission gently until the oil warms up and
lubricates all moving parts.
4. If the engine does not start and no DIC
message is displayed, wait 15 seconds
before trying again to let the cranking motor
cool down.
If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds,
especially in very cold weather (below 0°F
or−18°C), it could be ooded with too much
gasoline. Try pushing the accelerator pedal all
the way to the oor while cranking for up to
15 seconds maximum. Wait at least
15 seconds between each try, to allow the
cranking motor to cool down. When the engine
starts, let go of the accelerator. If the vehicle
starts briey but then stops again, do the same
thing. This clears the extra gasoline from the
engine.
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