2009 CADILLAC XLR battery replacement

Engine Identication
The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code.
This code helps identify the vehicle’s engine,
specications, and replacement parts. See “Engine
Specications” underCapacities and Specifications on
page 6-90for your vehicle’s engine code.
Service Parts Identication Label
This label is on the rear compartment cover in the
trunk. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
The label has the following information:
Vehicle Identication Number (VIN)
Model designation
Paint information
Production options and special equipment
Do not remove this label from the vehicle.
Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
Notice:Do not add anything electrical to the
vehicle unless you check with your dealer/retailer
rst. Some electrical equipment can damage
the vehicle and the damage would not be covered
by the vehicle’s warranty. Some add-on electrical
equipment can keep other components from
working as they should.
Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle battery, even if
the vehicle is not operating.
The vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to the vehicle, seeServicing
Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-50.
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Coverage
Services are provided up to 5 years/100,000 miles
(160 000 km), whichever comes rst.
In the U.S., anyone driving the vehicle is covered.
In Canada, a person driving the vehicle without
permission from the owner is not covered.
Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. Cadillac and General Motors of
Canada Limited reserve the right to make any changes
or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at
any time without notication.
Cadillac and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve
the right to limit services or payment to an owner or
driver if they decide the claims are made too often, or
the same type of claim is made many times.
Cadillac Owner Privileges™
Emergency Fuel Delivery:Delivery of enough fuel
for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station.
Lock-Out Service:Service is provided to unlock the
vehicle if you are locked out. A remote unlock may
be available if you have OnStar
®. For security
reasons, the driver must present identication
before this service is given.
Emergency Tow From a Public Road or
Highway:Tow to the nearest Cadillac dealer for
warranty service, or if the vehicle was in a crash and
cannot be driven. Assistance is also given when
the vehicle is stuck in the sand, mud, or snow.
Flat Tire Change:Service is provided to change a
at tire with spare tire. The spare tire, if equipped,
must be in good condition and properly inated.
It is your responsibility for the repair or replacement
of the tire if it is not covered by the warranty.
Battery Jump Start:Service is provided to jump
start a dead battery.
Trip Routing Service:Detailed maps of North
America are provided when requested either
with the most direct route or the most scenic route.
Additional travel information is also available.
Allow three weeks for delivery.
Trip Interruption Benets and Assistance:
If your trip is interrupted due to a warranty failure,
incidental expenses may be reimbursed during
the 5 year/100,000 miles (160 000 km) Powertrain
warranty period. Items considered are hotel,
meals, and rental car.
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Ashtray.........................................................3-35
Audio System.........................................3-76, 4-52
Audio Steering Wheel Controls......................3-88
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-91
Care of Your CDs ........................................3-91
Diversity Antenna System.............................3-91
Radio Reception..........................................3-90
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-88
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............3-91
Automatic Door Lock.......................................2-13
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..........................................................6-21
Operation...................................................2-28
Avoid Point/Area, Edit......................................4-25
B
Battery..........................................................6-35
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver......................3-30
Run-Down Protection...................................3-31
Bluetooth
®.....................................................3-77
Brake
Emergencies................................................ 5-6
Brake Fluid....................................................6-32
Brakes..........................................................6-32
System Warning Light..................................3-47Braking........................................................... 5-4
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 5-6
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-24
Bulb Replacement...........................................6-45
Headlamp Aiming........................................6-42
Buying New Tires...........................................6-62
C
California Fuel.................................................. 6-6
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements....... 6-4
California Proposition 65 Warning....................... 6-4
Canadian Owners............................................... iii
Capacities and Specications............................6-90
Carbon Monoxide...........................2-14, 2-36, 5-18
Care of
Safety Belts................................................6-76
Your CD Player...........................................3-91
Your CDs ...................................................3-91
CD
Six-Disc Changer.........................................4-65
CD/DVD Player..............................................4-68
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-53
Chains, Tire...................................................6-68
Charging System Light....................................3-46
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