2007 CADILLAC XLR V display

Not all manual downshift requests will be allowed
by the transmission. To prevent excessive
engine RPMs, each gear has a maximum vehicle
speed associated with it. Any downshift request
above this speed is not allowed by the
transmission.
If shifting is prevented for any reason, the current
gear ashes multiple times in the Driver
Information Center (DIC), indicating that the
transmission has not shifted gears.
Some automatic downshifts can occur to maintain
minimum engine speed. This only happens if the
vehicle is left in too high of a gear for the vehicle’s
speed. For example, if you have been driving in
sixth gear range and come to a stop without
manually downshifting, the transmission
automatically downshifts to rst gear and displays
rst gear on the HUD. As you begin to drive and
accelerate, the transmission remains in rst gear
until the driver selects a downshift.DSC can be used while using cruise control, but
transmission shifting is different while the
cruise control is on. This is not a malfunction and
is necessary to let proper operation of the
cruise control.
To return to fully automatic operation, move the
shift lever to the right and back into DRIVE (D).
When accelerating your vehicle from a stop
in snowy and icy conditions, you may want to shift
into second gear. A higher gear lets you gain
more traction on slippery surfaces.
In higher gears, on the XLR only, an automatic
downshift occurs if you press the accelerator pedal
to the oor. This feature provides adequate
acceleration capabilities if you forget to downshift
manually. Tap the shifter forward and the
vehicle upshifts.
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5. Push and hold the
bottom of the
retractable hardtop
button located
on the console
behind the shifter
lever.
The windows will automatically lower and the top
will automatically lower into the storage area.
A chime will sound when the top has lowered
completely.
If the radio is on, the sound may be muted briey
while the retractable top is lowered. This occurs
because a new audio system equalization is being
loaded.
Under certain conditions, the Driver Information
Center (DIC) may display messages regarding the
retractable hardtop. If the CLOSE CARGO
DIVIDER, TOO COLD TO MOVE TOP, TOP
INOP - VALET ON, TOP INOP OUT OF PARK,TOP MOTOR OVER TEMP or TOP NOT SECURE
messages display, seeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 206for more information.
If the retractable hardtop does not operate, and
there are no messages displayed on the
Driver Information Center (DIC), then perform the
“Power Window Initialize” steps underPower
Windows on page 82.
Raising the Retractable Hardtop
1. Park on a level surface. Shift the transmission
into PARK (P).
2. The vehicle’s engine must be on or in Acc.
3. Lower both sun visors.
Notice:Raising or lowering the top while the
vehicle is in motion can cause damage to
the top or top mechanism. Make sure the
vehicle is in PARK (P) to lower or raise the top.
4. Make sure nothing or no one is on or
around the top. Make sure the trunk
cargo cover is in place with no cargo on top
of or in front of the cargo cover. SeeRear
Storage Area on page 123for more
information. Also, be sure the valet lockout
switch is off.
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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 messages regarding the
retractable hardtop. If the CLOSE CARGO
DIVIDER, TOO COLD TO MOVE TOP, TOP
INOP - VALET ON, TOP INOP OUT OF PARK,
TOP MOTOR OVER TEMP or TOP NOT SECURE
messages display, seeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 206for more information.
If the retractable hardtop does not operate, and
there are no messages displayed on the
Driver Information Center (DIC), then perform the
“Power Window Initialize” steps underPower
Windows on page 82.
Manually Raising the Retractable Hardtop
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. SeeKeys
on page 65andTrunk on page 77for more
information.
3. Raise the trunk by hand.
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Instrument Panel Overview........................ 138
Hazard Warning Flashers.......................... 140
Other Warning Devices............................. 140
Horn.......................................................... 140
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic
Steering Column.................................... 141
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................. 141
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................. 142
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.......... 143
Flash-to-Pass............................................ 143
Windshield Wipers..................................... 144
Rainsense™ Wipers.................................. 145
Windshield Washer.................................... 146
Headlamp Washer..................................... 146
Cruise Control........................................... 147
Adaptive Cruise Control............................. 150
Exterior Lamps.......................................... 164
Wiper Activated Headlamps....................... 166
Headlamps on Reminder........................... 166
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................. 166
Adaptive Forward Lighting System............. 167
Fog Lamps................................................ 168
Twilight Sentinel
®...................................... 168Exterior Lighting Battery Saver.................. 169
Instrument Panel Brightness...................... 170
Courtesy Lamps........................................ 170
Entry/Exit Lighting...................................... 170
Reading Lamps......................................... 171
Battery Run-Down Protection..................... 171
Head-Up Display (HUD)............................ 171
Ultrasonic Rear Parking
Assist (URPA)........................................ 175
Accessory Power Outlet(s)........................ 177
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter................ 178
Climate Controls......................................... 178
Dual Climate Control System..................... 178
Outlet Adjustment...................................... 184
Passenger Compartment Air Filter............. 184
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators..... 185
Instrument Panel Cluster........................... 186
Speedometer and Odometer...................... 187
Trip Odometer........................................... 187
Tachometer............................................... 187
Safety Belt Reminder Light........................ 187
Airbag Readiness Light............................. 188
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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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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The main components of the instrument panel are the following:
A. Head-Up Display (HUD) Controls/Instrument
Panel Brightness Controls. SeeHead-Up
Display (HUD) on page 171orInstrument Panel
Brightness on page 170.
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 141.Cruise
Control. SeeCruise Control on page 147.
Exterior Lamps Control. SeeExterior Lamps on
page 164. Fog Lamps. SeeFog Lamps on
page 168.
C. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument
Panel Cluster on page 186.
D. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever. See
“Windshield Wipers” underTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 141.
E. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls/Interior
Lamps. SeeDIC Controls and Displays on
page 204.
F. Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on
page 184.G. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 140.
H. Voice Commands/Audio Controls. SeeOnStar
®
System on page 107orAudio Steering
Wheel Controls on page 227.
I. Adaptive Cruise Controls (If Equipped). See
“Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” under
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 141.
J. Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering
Button. SeePower Tilt Wheel and Telescopic
Steering Column on page 141.
K. Horn. SeeHorn on page 140.
L. Audio Steering Wheel Controls. SeeAudio
Steering Wheel Controls on page 227.
M. Ignition Switch. SeeIgnition Positions on
page 88.
N. Shift Lever. SeeAutomatic Transmission
Operation on page 92.
O. Traction Control Button. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 329.
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When Rainsense™ is active, the headlamps will
turn on automatically. If it is dark, they will
remain on. See “Wiper-Activated Headlamps”
underExterior Lamps on page 164for more
information.
Notice:Do not place stickers or other items
on the exterior glass surface directly in front of
the moisture sensor. Doing this could cause
the moisture sensor to malfunction.
Windshield Washer
K(Washer Fluid):The lever on the right side
of the steering column also controls the windshield
washer. There is a button at the end of the
lever. To spray washer uid on the windshield,
press the button and hold it. The washer will spray
until you release the button. The wipers will
continue to clear the window for about six seconds
after the button is released and then stop or
return to your preset speed.
{CAUTION:
In freezing weather, do not use your
washer until the windshield is warmed.
Otherwise the washer uid can form ice
on the windshield, blocking your vision.
If the uid in the windshield washer uid reservoir
is low, the message LOW WASHER FLUID will
appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC)
display. It will take 60 seconds after the bottle is
relled for this message to turn off. For information
on the correct washer uid mixture to use, see
Windshield Washer Fluid on page 397and
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 473.
Headlamp Washer
The headlamps washer only functions every fourth
time the washer button is depressed and if the
headlamps are on.
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9(Off):This position turns the system off.
R(On):This position turns the system on.
S(Resume/Increase):Push the switch to this
symbol to make the vehicle resume to a previously
set speed or to increase the set speed when
Adaptive Cruise Control is already active.
T(Set/Decrease):Press this button to set the
speed or to decrease the set speed when
Adaptive Cruise Control is already active.
Engaging Adaptive Cruise Control With
the Set Button
{CAUTION:
If you leave your Adaptive Cruise Control
switch on when you are not using cruise,
you might hit a button and go into cruise
when you do not want to. You could be
startled and even lose control. Keep the
Adaptive Cruise Control switch off until
you want to use cruise control.
{CAUTION:
If you operate Adaptive Cruise Control
without your Head-up Display (HUD) on
and properly adjusted, your Adaptive
Cruise Control settings will not be visible.
You could forget your settings and be
startled by Adaptive Cruise Control
response and even lose control. Keep
your HUD on and properly adjusted when
using Adaptive Cruise Control.
The set speed is selected by the driver. This is the
speed you will travel if there is not a vehicle
detected in your path.
To set Adaptive Cruise Control, do the following:
1. Make sure the Head-Up Display (HUD) is
on and properly adjusted. SeeHead-Up
Display (HUD) on page 171for more
information.
2. Move the switch to on.
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