engine oil CADILLAC XLR V 2007 1.G Owners Manual

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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Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............. 189
Charging System Light.............................. 191
Voltmeter Gage......................................... 192
Brake System Warning Light..................... 192
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light...... 193
Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light........................................ 194
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage............ 195
Tire Pressure Light.................................... 196
Malfunction Indicator Lamp........................ 196
Engine Oil Pressure Gage......................... 200
Security Light............................................ 201
Fog Lamp Light......................................... 201
Lights On Reminder.................................. 202
Highbeam On Light................................... 202
Fuel Gage................................................. 202Driver Information Center (DIC).................. 203
DIC Controls and Displays........................ 204
DIC Warnings and Messages.................... 206
Other Messages........................................ 219
DIC Vehicle Personalization....................... 220
Trip Computer............................................. 224
Oil Life Indicator........................................ 224
Audio System(s)......................................... 225
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................. 226
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.................. 227
Radio Reception........................................ 228
Care of Your CDs..................................... 229
Care of the CD Player.............................. 230
Diversity Antenna System.......................... 230
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System....... 230
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the
OBD (on-board diagnostic) system determines that
critical emission control systems have not been
completely diagnosed by the system. The vehicle
would be considered not ready for inspection.
This can happen if you have recently replaced the
battery or if the battery has run down. The
diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical
emission control systems during normal driving.
This may take several days of routine driving.
If you have done this and your vehicle still does
not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system
readiness, your dealer can prepare the vehicle for
inspection.Engine Oil Pressure Gage
The engine oil pressure gage shows the engine oil
pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) or kPa
(kilopascals) when the engine is running.
Oil pressure should be 20 to 80 psi
(140 to 550 kPa). In certain situations such as
long, extended idles on hot days, it could read as
low as 6 psi (40 kPa) and still be considered
normal. It may vary with engine speed, outside
temperature and oil viscosity. The Driver
Information Center (DIC) may display messages
regarding the oil condition. SeeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 206andEngine Oil on
page 377.
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{CAUTION:
Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is
low. If you do, your engine can become so
hot that it catches re. You or others
could be burned. Check your oil as soon
as possible and have your vehicle
serviced.
Notice:Lack of proper engine oil maintenance
may damage the engine. The repairs would
not be covered by your warranty. Always follow
the maintenance schedule in this manual for
changing engine oil.
Security Light
For information
regarding this light, see
Theft-Deterrent
Systems on page 84.
Fog Lamp Light
The fog lamps light will
come on when the fog
lamps are in use.
The light will go out when the fog lamps are
turned off. SeeFog Lamps on page 168for more
information.
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FRONT Lxx Rxx PSI:This feature shows the tire
pressure for the front left and right tires.
REAR Lxx Rxx PSI:This feature shows the tire
pressure for the rear left and right tires.
OIL LIFE:This feature shows the estimated oil
life remaining. SeeOil Life Indicator on page 224
for more information. To reset the engine oil
life system, seeEngine Oil Life System on
page 380. This only needs to be reset after you
have had the oil changed.
In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring
oil life, additional maintenance is recommended
in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual.
SeeScheduled Maintenance on page 465and
Engine Oil on page 377for more information.
ENG/METRIC (English/Metric):This feature
allows you to switch the DIC displays between
English and Metric. Press the RESET button
to switch the display between English and Metric.
There will be an arrow next to the option that
is selected.DIC Warnings and Messages
These messages appear if there is a problem
detected in one of your vehicle’s systems.
You must then press RESET to clear the display
screen for further use. However, be sure to
take any message that appears on the display
screen seriously and remember that pressing the
RESET button will only make the message
disappear, not the problem.
DIC messages can also be displayed in English,
French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Spanish.
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
ACTIVE
This message displays when the Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS) is adjusting brake pressure to
help avoid a braking skid.
Slippery road conditions may exist if this message
displays, so adjust your driving accordingly.
The message may stay on for a few seconds after
the system stops adjusting brake pressure.
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BUCKLE PASSENGER
This message reminds you to buckle the
passenger’s safety belt.
This message displays and a chime sounds when
the ignition is on, the driver’s safety belt is
buckled, the passenger’s safety belt is unbuckled
with the passenger airbag enabled, and the
vehicle is in motion. You should have the
passenger buckle their safety belt.
The reminder will be repeated if the ignition is on,
the vehicle is in motion, the driver is buckled
and the passenger is still unbuckled, and
the passenger airbag is enabled. If the
passenger’s safety belt is already buckled, this
message and chime will not come on.
BUCKLE SEAT BELT
This message reminds you to buckle the driver’s
safety belt.
This message displays and a chime sounds when
the ignition is on, the driver’s safety belt is
unbuckled, and the vehicle is in motion. You
should buckle your safety belt.If the driver remains unbuckled when the ignition
is on and the vehicle is in motion, the reminder
will be repeated. If the driver’s safety belt is
already buckled, this message and chime will not
come on.
This message is an additional reminder to the
Safety Belt Reminder Light in the instrument panel
cluster. SeeSafety Belt Reminder Light on
page 187for more information.
CHANGE OIL NOW
This message displays when the life of the engine
oil has expired. SeeScheduled Maintenance on
page 465. After an oil change, the Oil Life Indicator
must be reset. SeeOil Life Indicator on page 224
andEngine Oil Life System on page 380.
CHARGE SYSTEM FAULT
This message displays when a problem with the
charging system has been detected. Have
your vehicle serviced by your dealer.
CHECK GAS CAP
This message displays if the fuel cap has not
been fully tightened. Check the fuel cap to make
sure that it is on properly.
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LEFT DOOR AJAR
This message displays anytime the engine is
running, the transmission is not in PARK (P), and
the driver’s door is open or ajar. A chime
sounds when the vehicle’s speed is greater than
3 mph (5 km/h).
LOW BRAKE FLUID
This message displays if the engine is running to
inform the driver that the brake uid level is
low. Have the brake system serviced by your
dealer as soon as possible. See “Brake Fluid”
underBrakes on page 399.
LOW COOLANT
This message displays when there is a low level
of engine coolant. Have the cooling system
serviced by your dealer as soon as possible. See
Engine Coolant on page 385.
LOW FUEL
This message displays when the fuel supply is
less than 5 gallons (18.9 L) and the display
is turned off. A single chime also sounds when
this message is displayed.
LOW OIL LEVEL
For correct operation of the low oil sensing
system, your vehicle should be on a level surface.
A false LOW OIL LEVEL message may display
if the vehicle is parked on a grade. The oil
level sensing system does not check for actual oil
level if the engine has been off for a short
period of time, and the oil level is never checked
while the engine is running. If the LOW OIL
LEVEL message displays, and your vehicle has
been parked on level ground with the engine off for
at least 30 minutes, the oil level should be
checked by observing the oil dipstick. Prior to
checking the oil level, make sure the engine has
been off for a few minutes and your vehicle is on a
level surface. Then check the dipstick and add
oil if necessary. SeeEngine Oil on page 377.
LOW OIL PRESSURE
If this message displays while the engine is
running, stop the engine and do not operate the
vehicle until the cause of low oil pressure is
corrected. Severe damage to the engine can
result. A multiple chime sounds when this
message is displayed.
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Other Messages
Here are more messages that you can receive on
your Driver Information Center (DIC). To
acknowledge a message and read another
message that may have come on at the same
time, press the RESET button.
ACCESSORY MODE ON
CHANGE OIL SOON
(SeeEngine Oil on page 377andEngine Oil
Life System on page 380.)
FOB BATTERY LOW
HIGH TIRE PRESS LF
HIGH TIRE PRESS RF
HIGH TIRE PRESS LR
HIGH TIRE PRESS RR
INTRUSION SENSOR OFF
INTRUSION SENSOR ON
KNOWN FOB
LEFT FRONT TIRE FLAT MAX SPD 55,
REDUCED HNDLG
LEFT REAR TIRE FLAT MAX SPD 55,
REDUCED HNDLG
LOW TIRE PRESS LF
LOW TIRE PRESS RF
LOW TIRE PRESS LR
LOW TIRE PRESS RR
MAX # FOBS LEARNED
OFF-ACC TO LEARN
READY FOR FOB #X
RIGHT FRT TIRE FLAT MAX SPD 55,
REDUCED HNDLG
RIGHT REAR TIRE FLAT MAX SPD 55,
REDUCED HNDLG
WAIT XX MINUTES
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Auto Unlock
This feature automatically unlocks either the
driver’s door or both doors, depending on the
setting, when the shift lever is moved to PARK (P).
The DIC will display AUTO UNLOCK OFF, AUTO
UNLOCK DRIVER, or AUTO UNLOCK BOTH.
Press the OPTIONS button to change the setting.
Park Assist
This feature tilts the passenger’s side mirror
downward when the shifter is moved to
REVERSE (R). This can help you to see the curb
while backing up. If you adjust the mirror while
in REVERSE (R), the new position will be saved as
the park assist position.
The DIC will display PARK ASSIST OFF or PARK
ASSIST ON.
Language
This feature allows you to select the language the
DIC and Head-Up Display (HUD), uses to
display messages.
The DIC will display ENGLISH, FRENCH,
GERMAN, ITALIAN, JAPANESE, or SPANISH.
Press the OPTIONS button to change the setting.If you become stuck in a language that you do not
understand, hold the OPTIONS and RESET
buttons for ve seconds. The DIC will scroll
through all available languages for as long as the
buttons are held. Each language option will
display in its own language. For example, English
will be displayed as ENGLISH, Spanish as
ESPANOL, etc. When the desired language is
available, release the buttons and the DIC will set
to this language.
Trip Computer
Oil Life Indicator
This feature lets you know when to change the
engine oil. It is based on the engine oil
temperatures and your driving patterns.
To see the display, press the information button
several times until OIL LIFE appears. If you
see 99% OIL LIFE, 99 percent of your current oil
life remains.
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The DIC may display a CHANGE OIL NOW
message. If you see CHANGE OIL NOW, it means
the oil life is gone. For more information, see
Scheduled Maintenance on page 465andEngine
Oil on page 377.
When the oil is changed, you will need to reset
the system. SeeEngine Oil Life System on
page 380. Always keep a written record of the
mileage and date when you changed your oil.
Audio System(s)
Determine which radio your vehicle has and then
read the pages following to familiarize yourself
with its features.
Driving without distraction is a necessity for a
safer driving experience. SeeDefensive Driving on
page 322. By taking a few moments to read this
manual and get familiar with your vehicle’s audio
system, you can use it with less effort, as well
as take advantage of its features. While your
vehicle is parked, set up your audio system by
presetting your favorite radio stations, setting the
tone and adjusting the speakers. Then, whendriving conditions permit, you can tune to your
favorite stations using the presets and steering
wheel controls if the vehicle has them.
{CAUTION:
This system provides you with a far greater
access to audio stations and song listings.
Giving extended attention to entertainment
tasks while driving can cause a crash and
you or others can be injured or killed.
Always keep your eyes on the road and
your mind on the drive — avoid engaging
in extended searching while driving.
Keeping your mind on the drive is important for
safe driving. For more information, seeDefensive
Driving on page 322.
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