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Tire Chains
{CAUTION:
Do not use tire chains. There is not enough
clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the
proper amount of clearance can cause damage to
the brakes, suspension, or other vehicle parts. The
area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to
lose control of the vehicle and you or others may be
injured in a crash. Use another type of traction
device only if its manufacturer recommends it for
use on the vehicle and tire size combination and
road conditions. Follow that manufacturer’s
instructions. To help avoid damage to the vehicle,
drive slowly, re-adjust or remove the device if it is
contacting the vehicle, and do not spin the wheels.
If you do nd traction devices that will t, install
them on the rear tires.
Lifting the Vehicle
{CAUTION:
Lifting a vehicle can cause an injury. The vehicle
can slip off the jack and roll over you or others.
You and they could be badly injured. Find a level
place to lift the vehicle. To help prevent the
vehicle from moving:
1. Firmly set the parking brake.
2. Put an automatic transmission shift lever in
P (Park).
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Put blocks in front of and behind the wheels.
{CAUTION:
Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is
dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you
could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a
vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
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{CAUTION:
Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly
positioned can damage the vehicle or the vehicle
may fall and cause your or others injury.
If you ever use a jack to lift the vehicle, follow the
instructions that came with the jack, and be sure to use
the correct lifting points to avoid damaging the vehicle.
Notice:Lifting the vehicle improperly can damage
the vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered
by the vehicle’s warranty. To lift the vehicle
properly, follow the advice in this part.
To help prevent vehicle damage:
Be sure to place a block or pad between the
jack and the vehicle.
Make sure the jack you are using spans at least
two crossmember ribs.
Lift only in the areas shown in the following
pictures.
For additional information, see your GM dealer and
the Cadillac XLR service manual.
Lifting From the Front
The front lifting points can be accessed from either side
of the vehicle, behind the front tires.
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1. Locate the front lifting points (A), according to the
illustration shown.
2. Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack
and the vehicle.3. Lift the vehicle with the jack, making sure the jack
spans at least two of the crossmember ribs (B).
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Lifting From the Rear
The rear lifting points can be accessed from the rear of
the vehicle, on either the driver or passenger side.1. Locate the rear lifting points (A), according to the
illustration shown.
2. Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack
and the vehicle.
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Windshield Wiper Fuses
The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit
breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy
snow or ice, the wiper will stop until the motor cools.
If the overload is caused by some electrical problem,
and not snow or ice, be sure to get it xed.
Power Windows and Other Power
Options
Circuit breakers in the fuse block protect the power
windows and other power accessories. When the current
load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and
closes, protecting the circuit until the problem is xed or
goes away.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers
and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the
chance of res caused by electrical problems.Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the
band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you
replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical
size and rating.
Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily
borrowed from another fuse location, if a fuse goes out.
Replace the fuse as soon as you can.
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The panel fuse block is located on the passenger side
of the vehicle, under the instrument panel and under the
toe-board.
Remove the carpet and toe-board covering to access
the fuse block by pulling at the top of each corner
of the panel. Then turn the fuse block door knob
counterclockwise and pull the door to access the fuses.
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Fuses Usage
ACCA/DRIV
DR SWAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC),
Driver Door Switch
AUX PWR Auxiliary PowerFuses Usage
BTSI SOL/COL
LOCKBrake Transmission Shift Interlock
Solenoid, Column Lock
CIGAR LTR Cigar Lighter
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Fuses Usage
CLSTR/HUDInstrument Panel Cluster, Heads-up
Display (HUD)
COLUMN LK
MDLNot Used
DECK LID
CLOSE/PRK/
BRK BTrunk Close Button, Parking Brake
Solenoid B
DR LOCKS Door Locks
ECM Engine Control Module
EMPTY Not Used
EMPTY Not Used
EMPTY Not Used
EMPTY Not Used
EMPTY Not Used
FOLDING
TOP/TRUNK
LATCHRetractable Hardtop, Trunk Latch
FUSE PULLER Fuse Puller
GMLAN
DEVICESGMLAN Devices
HTD STR WHL Heated Steering Wheel
HTD/SEAT LH Driver Side Heated Seat
HTD/SEAT RH Passenger Side Heated Seat
HVAC/PWR
SNDClimate Control System, Power
SounderFuses Usage
IGN SW/INTR
SNSRIgnition Switch, Intrusion Sensor
INTERIOR
LIGHTSInterior Lights
ISRVM/HVACInside Rearview Mirror, Climate
Control System, Column Lock,
Power Sounder
ONSTAR OnStar
®
PRK/BRK
SOL AParking Brake Solenoid A
PWR FLDG
MIR-EXT/RETPower Folding Mirror
PWR LUMBAR
LH/RHPower Lumbar
RADIO/S-BAND/
VICSRadio, S-Band, CD Changer
REAR
FOG/ALDLRear Fog Lamps, Diagnostic Link
Connector
REVERSE
LAMPReverse Lamp
REVERSE
LAMPSReverse Lamps
RPA/H/C
SEAT/WPR
RELAYSRear Park Aid, Heated/Cooled
Seats, Windshield Wiper Relays
RUN/ACSRY
PWRRun, Accessory Power
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Underhood Fuse Block
The underhood fuse block
is located next to the
engine on the passenger
side of the vehicle.
For more information on
location, seeEngine
Compartment Overview on
page 6-12.
Notice:Spilling liquid on any electrical components
on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the
covers on any electrical component.
To access the fuses, push in the tab located at the end
of the fuse block cover. Then lift the cover open.
Fuses Usage
1Antilock Brake System, Electronic
Suspension Control, Adaptive
Forward Lighting System (AFS)
2 Horn
3Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC),
Transmission Controls
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