2007 CADILLAC XLR V Owners Manual

{CAUTION:
If the airbag readiness light in the
instrument panel cluster ever comes on
and stays on, it means that something
may be wrong with the airbag system. If
this ever happens, have the vehicle
serviced promptly, because an adult-size
person sitting in the right front
passenger’s seat may not have the
protection of an airbag. SeeAirbag
Readiness Light on page 188for more on
this, including important safety
information.Aftermarket equipment, such as seat covers, can
affect how well the passenger sensing system
operates. You may want to consider not using seat
covers or other aftermarket equipment if your
vehicle has the passenger sensing system. See
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle on page 59for more information about
modications that can affect how the system
operates.
{CAUTION:
Stowing of articles under the passenger’s
seat or between the passenger’s seat
cushion and seatback may interfere with
the proper operation of the passenger
sensing system.
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Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle
Airbags affect how your vehicle should be
serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in
several places around your vehicle. You do
not want the system to inate while someone is
working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the
service manual have information about servicing
your vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a
service manual, seeService Publications
Ordering Information on page 497.
{CAUTION:
For up to 10 seconds, after the ignition is
turned off and the battery is disconnected,
an airbag can still inate during improper
service. You can be injured if you are
close to an airbag when it inates. Avoid
yellow connectors. They are probably part
of the airbag system. Be sure to follow
proper service procedures, and make sure
the person performing work for you is
qualied to do so.
The airbag system does not need regular
maintenance.
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Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Q:Is there anything I might add to the front
or sides of the vehicle that could keep the
airbags from working properly?
A:Yes. If you add things that change your
vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height,
front end or side sheet metal, they may keep
the airbag system from working properly.
Also, the airbag system may not work properly
if you relocate any of the airbag sensors. If
you have any questions about this, you should
contact Customer Assistance before you
modify your vehicle. The phone numbers and
addresses for Customer Assistance are in
Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction
Procedure in this manual. SeeCustomer
Satisfaction Procedure on page 482.
Q:Because I have a disability, I have to get
my vehicle modied. How can I nd out
whether this will affect my advanced airbag
system?
A:Changing or moving any parts of the front
seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing and
diagnostic module, steering wheel, instrument
panel, the inside review mirror, or airbag
wiring can affect the operation of the airbag
system. If you have questions, call Customer
Assistance. The phone numbers and
addresses for Customer Assistance are in
Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction
Procedure in this manual. SeeCustomer
Satisfaction Procedure on page 482.
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Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder
light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates,
retractors and anchorages are working properly.
Look for any other loose or damaged safety
belt system parts. If you see anything that might
keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have
it repaired. SeeCare of Safety Belts on page 445
for more information.
Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in
a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces.
If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.
Also look for any opened or broken airbag
covers, and have them repaired or replaced. The
airbag system does not need regular maintenance.Notice:If you damage the covering for the
driver’s or the passenger’s airbag, or the
airbag covering on the driver’s and
passenger’s seatback, the airbag may not work
properly. You may have to replace the airbag
module in the steering wheel, both the
airbag module and the instrument panel for the
passenger’s airbag, or both the airbag
module and seatback for the driver’s and
passenger’s side impact airbag. Do not open
or break the airbag coverings.
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Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash
{CAUTION:
A crash can damage the restraint systems
in your vehicle. A damaged restraint
system may not properly protect the
person using it, resulting in serious injury
or even death in a crash. To help make
sure your restraint systems are working
properly after a crash, have them
inspected and any necessary
replacements made as soon as possible.
If you have had a crash, do you need new belts?
After a very minor collision, nothing may be
necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they
would be if worn during a more severe crash,
then you need new parts.If belts are cut or damaged, replace them.
Collision damage also may mean you will need to
have safety belt or seat parts repaired or
replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary
even if the belt was not being used at the time
of the collision.
If an airbag inates, you will need to replace
airbag system parts. See the part on the airbag
system earlier in this section.
If the frontal airbags inate, you will also need to
replace the driver’s and passenger’s safety
belt buckle assembly. Be sure to do so. Then the
new buckle assembly will be there to help
protect you in a collision.
After a crash you may need to replace the driver
and front passenger’s safety belt buckle
assemblies, even if the frontal airbags have not
deployed. The driver and front passenger’s safety
belt buckle assemblies contain the safety belt
pretensioners. Have your safety belt pretensioners
checked if your vehicle has been in a collision,
or if your airbag readiness light stays on after you
start your vehicle or while you are driving. See
Airbag Readiness Light on page 188.
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✍NOTES
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Keys.............................................................. 65
Keyless Access System.............................. 67
Keyless Access System Operation.............. 68
Doors and Locks.......................................... 73
Door Locks................................................. 73
Power Door Locks....................................... 75
Automatic Door Lock................................... 76
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock........ 76
Lockout Protection....................................... 77
Trunk.......................................................... 77
Windows....................................................... 81
Power Windows.......................................... 82
Sun Visors.................................................. 84
Theft-Deterrent Systems............................... 84
Theft-Deterrent System................................ 84
Valet Lockout Switch................................... 86
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle........... 87
New Vehicle Break-In.................................. 87
Ignition Positions......................................... 88
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)............... 89
Starting the Engine..................................... 89
Automatic Transmission Operation............... 92
Parking Brake............................................. 97Shifting Into Park (P)................................... 99
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................. 100
Parking Over Things That Burn................. 101
Engine Exhaust......................................... 102
Running the Engine While Parked............. 103
Mirrors......................................................... 104
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
OnStar
®................................................. 104
Outside Power Heated Mirrors................... 105
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror............. 105
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror................ 106
Outside Convex Mirror............................... 106
OnStar
®System.......................................... 107
Universal Home Remote System................ 110
Universal Home Remote System
(With One Triangular LED)..................... 110
Universal Home Remote System
(With Three Round LED)....................... 111
Universal Home Remote System
Operation (With Three Round LED)....... 112
Universal Home Remote System Operation
(With One Triangular LED)...................... 118
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Storage Areas............................................. 121
Glove Box................................................. 121
Cupholder(s).............................................. 122
Center Console Storage Area.................... 122
Map Pocket............................................... 122Floor Mats................................................. 122
Rear Storage Area.................................... 123
Convenience Net....................................... 123
Retractable Hardtop.................................... 124
Lowering the Retractable Hardtop.............. 124
Raising the Retractable Hardtop................ 125
Section 2 Features and Controls
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