2007 CADILLAC XLR V engine

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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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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Cleaning the System
The radar can become blocked by snow, ice or
dirt. If so, you may need to turn off the engine and
clean the lens.
The lens is located on the driver’s side of the front
fascia.
Clean the surface with a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl
alcohol and water on a dampened cloth. After
cleaning the fascia lens, try to engage Adaptive
Cruise Control. If this does not x the problem, you
may have to remove the fascia lens and clean
the inside of the fascia lens and radar lens.To clean the inside of the fascia lens and radar
lens, insert a tool into one of the small slots on the
inboard side of the lens and pop the lens out.
Clean the surface with a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl
alcohol and water on a dampened cloth. After
cleaning the lens, set the lens back in place and
press until it snaps in.
Exterior Lamps
The exterior lamp control is located to the left of
the steering wheel on the multifunction lever.
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O(Exterior Lamp Control):Turn the band with
this symbol on it to operate the exterior lamps.
The exterior lamp band has four positions:
O(Off):Turning the band to this position turns
off all lamps.
AUTO (Automatic):Turning the band to this
position sets the exterior lamps in automatic mode.
AUTO mode will turn the exterior lamps on and
off depending on how much light is available
outside the vehicle. Turning the band to AUTO
mode also enables the Adaptive Forward Lighting
system. SeeAdaptive Forward Lighting System
on page 167.
To override AUTO mode, turn the control to off.
To reset to AUTO mode turn the control to exterior
lamps and then back to AUTO. Automatic mode
will also reset when your vehicle is turned off
and then back on again when the control is left in
the AUTO position.
SeeTwilight Sentinel
®on page 168.
;(Parking Lamp):Turning the band to this
position turns on the parking lamps together with
the following:
Sidemarker Lamps
Taillamps
License Plate Lamps
Instrument Panel Lights
The parking brake indicator light will come on and
stay on when the parking lamps are on with the
engine off and the ignition to Acc.
5(Headlamps):Turning the control to this
position turns on the headlamps, together with the
previously listed lamps and lights.
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Instrument Panel Brightness
The button for this feature is located on the
instrument panel to the left of the steering column.
+
!- (Brightness):Press this button to change
the brightness of the instrument panel lights.
Press the DIMMER button until PANEL DIMMING
appears on the Driver Information Center (DIC).
Then use the brightness button to adjust the
instrument panel brightness. Press the top of the
button to brighten the lights or the bottom of
the button to dim the lights. SeeHead-Up Display
(HUD) on page 171for more information.
Be sure not to have the brightness turned all the
way down with the lamps on during the day.
Your DIC may not be visible.
Courtesy Lamps
When any door or the trunk lid is opened, the
interior lamps will go on unless it is bright outside.
Press the interior lamp button on the right side
of the instrument panel, to turn the courtesy lamps
on or off.
Entry/Exit Lighting
With entry lighting, the interior lamps will come on
when entering the vehicle. The interior lamps
will come on for about 20 seconds when the
engine is turned off.
You can turn exit and entry lighting off by quickly
turning the courtesy lamps on and off.
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The HUD controls are
located to the left of the
steering wheel.
+
!- (Brightness):This button is used to adjust
the brightness of the HUD and the instrument
panel cluster.
DIMMER:This button is used to select the HUD
or the instrument panel cluster to adjust the
brightness.
HUD:This button is used to adjust the vertical
position of the HUD display.To adjust the HUD so you can see it properly, do
the following:
1. Adjust the seat to a comfortable driving
position. If you change your seat position later,
you may have to re-adjust your HUD.
2. Start your engine and press the top or bottom
of the HUD button to center the HUD image in
your view.
The HUD image can only be adjusted up and
down, not side-to-side.
3. Press the DIMMER button until the DIC reads
HUD DIMMING. Then use the brightness
button to adjust the desired intensity.
The brightness of the HUD image is determined
by the light conditions in the direction your vehicle
is facing and where you have the HUD set. If
you are facing a dark object or a heavily shaded
area, your HUD may anticipate that you are
entering a dark area and may begin to dim.
To turn off the HUD, press the brightness button
down until the image disappears.
Polarized sunglasses could make the HUD image
harder to see.
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Automatic Operation
AUTO (Automatic):When this button is pressed
and the temperature is set, the system will
automatically control the inside temperature, the
air delivery mode, the air conditioning compressor
and the fan speed. AUTO will appear on the
display.
1. Press the AUTO button.
2. Adjust the temperature to a comfortable
setting between 70°F (21°C) and 80°F (27°C).
An initial setting of 73°F (23°C) is suggested.
Choosing the warmest or coldest temperature
setting will not cause the system to heat or cool
any faster. If you set the system at the warmest
or coldest temperature setting, the system will
remain in manual mode at that temperature and
it will not go into automatic mode.
In cold weather, the system will start at
reduced fan speeds to avoid blowing cold air
into your vehicle until warmer air is available.
The system will start out blowing air at the oor
but may change modes automatically asthe vehicle warms up to maintain the chosen
temperature setting. The length of time
needed for warm up will depend on the outside
temperature and the length of time that has
elapsed since your vehicle was last driven.
3. Wait for the system to regulate. This may take
from 10 to 30 minutes. Then adjust the
temperature, if necessary.
You can switch from English to metric units
through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See
DIC Controls and Displays on page 204for
more information.
The air conditioning system removes moisture
from the air, so you may sometimes notice a small
amount of water dripping underneath your
vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine.
This is normal.
Do not cover the solar sensor located in the
center of the instrument panel, near the
windshield. For more information on the solar
sensor, see “Sensors” 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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