2008 CADILLAC XLR odometer

Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Other Warning Devices...................................3-6
Horn.............................................................3-6
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic
Steering Column.........................................3-7
Heated Steering Wheel...................................3-7
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-8
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................3-8
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................3-9
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-9
Windshield Wipers........................................3-10
Rainsense™ Wipers......................................3-11
Windshield Washer.......................................3-12
Headlamp Washer........................................3-12
Cruise Control..............................................3-12
Adaptive Cruise Control.................................3-15
Exterior Lamps.............................................3-28
Wiper Activated Headlamps............................3-29
Headlamps on Reminder................................3-29
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-29
Adaptive Forward Lighting System...................3-30
Fog Lamps..................................................3-30Twilight Sentinel®..........................................3-31
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver........................3-32
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-32
Courtesy Lamps...........................................3-32
Entry/Exit Lighting.........................................3-32
Reading Lamps............................................3-32
Battery Run-Down Protection..........................3-33
Head-Up Display (HUD).................................3-33
Accessory Power Outlet(s).............................3-36
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter......................3-37
Climate Controls............................................3-38
Dual Climate Control System..........................3-38
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-42
Passenger Compartment Air Filter...................3-42
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-43
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-44
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-45
Trip Odometer..............................................3-45
Tachometer.................................................3-45
Safety Belt Reminders...................................3-46
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-46
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...................3-47
Charging System Light..................................3-49
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Speedometer and Odometer
Your speedometer lets you see your speed in either
miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h).
There is only one scale for mph and km/h.
Use the Driver Information Center (DIC) controls to
switch between mph and km/h. SeeDIC Operation
and Displays on page 3-60for more information.
The cluster will calculate the proper speed and move
the needle to the correct position. Either the MPH
or the km/h telltale will illuminate, depending on which
measurement you choose.
The odometer is part of the Driver Information
Center (DIC). SeeDIC Operation and Displays
on page 3-60for more information.
Trip Odometer
The trip odometer is part of the Driver Information
Center (DIC). SeeDIC Operation and Displays on
page 3-60for more information.
Tachometer
The tachometer displays the engine speed in thousands
of revolutions per minute (rpm).
Fuel will shut off at about 6700 rpm.
If you continue to drive your vehicle at the fuel shut off
rpm, you could damage your engine. Be sure to
operate your vehicle below the fuel shut off rpm or
reduce your rpm quickly when the fuel shuts off.
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You can use the Driver Information Center (DIC) to
display more detailed fuel information. While scrolling
through the DIC, you will also nd:
AVERAGE XX.X MPG (Average Miles Per Gallon):
The fuel economy calculated for the last 20 gallons
(76 L) of fuel used, or since you last reset the display.
INST XX.X MPG (Instantaneous Miles Per Gallon):
The fuel economy calculated for your current driving
conditions.
RANGE XXX MI:The approximate distance you can
drive before refueling.
SeeDIC Operation and Displays on page 3-60for
more information.
You should reset the fuel information display every
time you refuel. To reset AVERAGE, use the information
up or down button to scroll to AVE FUEL ECON and
hold the reset button. RANGE will automatically reset.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
This display gives you the status of many of your
vehicle’s systems. The DIC is also used to display driver
personalization features and warning/status messages.
All messages will appear in the DIC display, located
at the bottom of the instrument panel cluster.
DIC Operation and Displays
The Driver Information
Center (DIC) buttons are
located to the right of
the steering wheel on
the instrument panel,
near the air outlets.
«4ª(Information):Press the top or bottom of this
button to scroll through the available features which
include the odometer, trip odometers, fuel range,
miles per gallon, average speed, timer, tire pressure,
and remaining oil life.
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+(Interior Lamps):Press this button to turn the
interior lamps on and off.
OPTIONS:Press this button to choose personal
options that are available on your vehicle.
RESET:Press this button to reset a feature. It is also
used to switch between English and Metric options.
Use the information button to scroll through the
following options:
ODOMETER:This feature shows how far the vehicle
has been driven in either miles (mi) or kilometers (km).
Use the ENG/METRIC feature to switch between
English and Metric units.
TRIP A:This feature will record the distance traveled
since the last time it was reset. Press and hold the
RESET button to return to zero. If your vehicle is rst
sold in the United States, the trip odometer will return
to zero after 999.9 miles (1 609 km). If your vehicle
is rst sold in Canada, the trip odometer will return to
zero after 1,242 miles (1 999 km).
TRIP B:This feature allows you to record the distance
traveled during a second trip and functions the same
as TRIP A.RANGE xxx MI:This feature shows about how many
miles (mi) or kilometers (km) you can drive without
relling your fuel tank. Once the range drops below
40 miles (64 km) remaining, the display will show LOW.
If the vehicle has been idling for a long time, the
range displayed on the DIC could be abnormally low.
The vehicle must be driven 5-10 miles (8-16 km) to
get an accurate reading.
AVERAGE xx.x MPG (Average Miles Per Gallon):
This feature shows the approximate fuel economy the
vehicle has averaged since the last time the value
was reset. To reset the average miles per gallon, press
the information button to display AVERAGE xx.x MPG,
then press and hold the RESET button until AVERAGE
00.0 MPG is displayed.
INST xx.x MPG (Instantaneous Miles Per Gallon):
This feature shows the instantaneous fuel economy
which varies with your driving conditions, such as
acceleration, braking, and the grade of the road being
traveled. The RESET button does not function in
this mode.
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If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or
wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original
equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the
right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for your vehicle.
{CAUTION:
Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel
bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be
dangerous. It could affect the braking and
handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose
air and make you lose control. You could have
a collision in which you or others could be
injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel
bolts, and wheel nuts for replacement.
Notice:The wrong wheel can also cause problems
with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or
odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height,
vehicle ground clearance, and tire clearance to
the body and chassis.
{CAUTION:
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to
which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts
become loose after a time. The wheel
could come off and cause a crash. When
you change a wheel, remove any rust or
dirt from places where the wheel attaches
to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can
use a cloth or a paper towel to do this;
but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush
later, if you need to, to get all the rust or
dirt off.
{CAUTION:
Never use oil or grease on studs or the threads
of the wheel nuts. If you do, the wheel nuts
might come loose and the wheel could fall off,
causing a crash.
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Maintenance Record
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the
type of services performed in the boxes provided. SeeMaintenance Requirements on page 7-2. Any additional
information fromOwner Checks and Services on page 7-8can be added on the following record pages. You should
retain all maintenance receipts.
Maintenance Record
DateOdometer
ReadingServiced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed
7-15

Maintenance Record (cont’d)
DateOdometer
ReadingServiced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed
7-16

Maintenance Record (cont’d)
DateOdometer
ReadingServiced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed
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