2007 CADILLAC XLR V window

Retractable Hardtop
The following procedures explain the proper
operation of the retractable hardtop. The
retractable hardtop will not operate if the valet
lockout switch is on.
If the retractable hardtop is lowered or raised
multiple times, the engine should be running while
doing so to prevent drain on the vehicle’s
battery.
{CAUTION:
When the retractable hardtop is opened or
closed, people can be injured by the parts
that move: the hardtop and its mechanism,
the trunk lid, and the side windows. Keep
people away from these parts when you are
lowering or raising the top.
Lowering the Retractable Hardtop
Notice:Leaving the retractable hardtop down
and exposing the interior of your vehicle to
outdoor conditions may cause damage. Always
close the retractable hardtop if leaving your
vehicle outdoors.
1. Park on a level surface and 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.
Notice:Lowering the top if it is damp, wet,
or dirty can cause stains, mildew, and damage
to the inside of your vehicle. Dry off the top
before lowering it.
4. Make sure that nothing or no one is on or
around the top. Make sure the trunk cargo
cover is in place with nothing on top or in front
of the cargo cover. SeeRear Storage Area
on page 123for more information. Also, make
sure the valet lockout switch is off.
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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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15. Hold the top in the front and side and lift the
top out of the stored position.16. Hold the top in the front and the rear and lift
the top until it is almost closed. Be careful not
to pinch your ngers between the rear of
the top and the rear window.
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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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Manual Operation
wPWRx(Power/Temperature):Press the
PWR button on the left side of the climate control
panel to turn the entire climate control system
on or off. Press the up or down arrow on the switch
to manually increase or decrease the temperature
inside the vehicle.
Press the PWR button on the right side of the
climate control panel to turn the passenger’s
climate control system on or off. Press the up or
down arrow on the switch to manually increase or
decrease the temperature for the passenger.
If the passenger’s PWR button is off, the driver’s
temperature switch controls the temperature for the
entire vehicle.
«9ª(Fan):Press this switch to increase or
decrease the fan speed. Pressing this switch
cancels automatic operation and places the system
in manual mode. Press AUTO to return to
automatic operation.
If the airow seems low when the fan speed is at
the highest setting, the passenger compartment
air lter may need to be replaced. For moreinformation, seePassenger Compartment Air Filter
on page 184andScheduled Maintenance on
page 465.
ªN«(Mode):Pressing the switch and changing
the mode cancels automatic operation and
places the system in manual mode. Press the
AUTO button to return to automatic operation.
To change the current mode, select one of
the following:
H(Vent):This mode directs air to the instrument
panel outlets.
%(Bi-Level):This mode directs about half of the
air to the instrument panel outlets, and then directs
most of the remaining air to the oor outlets. In
automatic operation, cooler air is directed to the
upper outlets and warmer air to the oor outlets.
6(Floor):This mode directs most of the air to
the oor outlets with some air directed to the side
window outlets, and some of the air directed to
the windshield.
The mode switch can also be used to select the
defog mode. Information on defogging and
defrosting can be found later in this section.
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There is also a sensor located behind the front
bumper. This sensor reads the outside air
temperature and helps maintain the temperature
inside the vehicle. The outside temperature will be
displayed in the navigation system only when
the engine is running. Any cover on the front of the
vehicle could give a false reading of the
temperature.
If the outside temperature goes up, the display
temperature will not change until:
The vehicle’s speed is above 15 mph
(24 km/h) for ve minutes.
The vehicle’s speed is above 32 mph
(51 km/h) for two and one-half minutes.
These delays prevent false readings. If the
temperature goes down, the outside temperature
will be shown when you start the vehicle. If it
has been turned off for less than three hours, the
temperature will be recalled from the previous
vehicle operation.
There is also an inside temperature sensor
located to the left of the ignition button. The
automatic climate control system uses this sensor
to receive information, so if you block or cover
it, the system will not function properly.
Defogging and Defrosting
Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high
humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window
glass. This can be minimized if the climate control
system is used properly. There are two modes to
clear fog or frost from your windshield. Use the
oor/defog mode to clear the windows of fog or
moisture and warm the passengers. Use defrost to
remove fog or frost from the windshield more
quickly.
-(Floor/Defog):Press the mode button until the
defog mode appears on the display. This mode
directs the air between the windshield, oor outlets
and side windows. When you select this mode,
the system turns off recirculation and runs the air
conditioning compressor unless the outside
temperature is near or below freezing.
1(Defrost):Press this button to direct most of
the air to the windshield, with some air directed
to the side windows. In this mode, the system will
automatically turn off the recirculation and run
the air conditioning compressor, unless the outside
temperature is near or below freezing. Do not
drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear.
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Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog or frost from the rear window.
The rear window defogger will only work when the
engine is running.
=(Rear Window Defogger):Press this button
to turn the rear window defogger on or off. Be
sure to clear as much snow from the rear window
as possible.
The rear window defogger will turn off about
10 minutes after the button is pressed when
traveling less than 30 mph (48 km/h). If turned
on again, the defogger will only run for about
ve minutes before turning off. The defogger can
also be turned off by pressing the button again
or by turning off the engine.The heated outside rearview mirrors will heat to
help clear fog or frost from the surface of the
mirrors when the rear window defogger is on.
The rear window defogger and heated mirrors are
automatically disabled when the retractable
hardtop is moving or down.
Notice:Do not use anything sharp on the
inside of the rear window. If you do, you could
cut or damage the warming grid, and the
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Do not attach a temporary vehicle license,
tape, a decal or anything similar to the
defogger grid.
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