2004 Cadillac XLR Owner's Manual
2004 Cadillac XLR Manual
2004 Cadillac XLR manual content summary:
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2004 Cadillac XLR Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Safety Belts ...1-4 Child Restraints ...1-18 Air Bag Systems ...1-36 Restraint System Check ...1-48 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-2 Doors and Locks ...2-8 Windows ...2-14 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-17 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 2
Motors of Canada Limited" for Cadillac Motor Car Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you're on the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 3
Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means "Don't," " - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 4
words, CAUTION or NOTICE. Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1 Features and Controls in Section 2 Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3 Climate Controls in Section 3 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators in Section 3 Audio System(s) in Section 3 Engine Compartment Overview in Section 5 iv - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 5
These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle: v - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 6
NOTES vi - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 7
42 Air Bag Off Switch ...1-44 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-48 Restraint System Check ...1-48 Checking Your Restraint Systems ...1-48 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...1-49 Front Seats ...1-2 Eight-Way Power Seats ...1-2 Power Lumbar ...1-3 Heated and Cooled Seats - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 8
on the outboard sides of both the driver's and the passenger's seats. • Move the front of the control up or down to adjust the front portion of the cushion to move the entire seat up or down. • Slide the control toward the front or rear of the vehicle to move the whole seat forward or rearward. - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 9
Power Lumbar The driver's and passenger's seatback lumbar support switches are located on the outboard sides of the seats. Heated and Cooled Seats The buttons for the heated and cooled seats are located on the climate controls. ( (Heated/Cooled Seat): Press this button to turn the feature on. The - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 10
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly 's belt is fastened properly too. Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3-43. In most states and all Canadian provinces - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 11
You never know if you'll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don't know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn't survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 12
Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop. 1-6 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 13
The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel... 1-7 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 14
- not instead of them. Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts. Even if you're in a vehicle that has air bags, you still have to buckle up to get the most protection. That's true not only in frontal collisions, but especially in side and other collisions. 1-8 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 15
driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has. We'll start with the driver position. A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you're in - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 16
Position This part describes the driver's restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here is how to wear it properly. 1. Close the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 17
of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there is - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 18
if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. 1-12 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 19
Q: What's wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 20
Q: What's wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 21
forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the body. 1-15 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 22
the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 23
parts for your safety belt system. See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1-49. Passenger Position To learn how to wear the passenger's safety belt properly, see Driver end of the safety belts for the driver and right front passenger. They help the safety belts reduce a person's - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 24
Child Restraints Older Children Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: If possible, an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 25
the center of the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child's shoulder, so that in a crash the child's upper body would have the restraint that belts provide. 1-19 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 26
protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is CAUTION: (Continued) 1-20 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 27
children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide. {CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 28
models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The restraint manufacturer's instructions that come with the restraint state the weight - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 29
Child Restraint Systems {CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that's unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries. Young children - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 30
the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child's body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 31
use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle's owner. For many years, add-on child restraints have used the adult belt - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 32
instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if to the inflating air bag. Be sure to turn off the air bag before using - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 33
don't use the restraint in this vehicle, because in it, a top strap cannot be properly anchored. Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has lower anchors (A) at the passenger position that can be used to install a child seat. A label on the seatback shows where - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 34
belts if the child seat has the necessary attachments (A, B). However, your vehicle does not have a third anchor, called a top strap, or tether, anchor (C). If the instructions that come with the child seat say that it must be secured at all three anchors, do not use that child seat in this vehicle - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 35
child restraint in your vehicle. Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Your vehicle has passenger air bags, There is an air bag off switch in the glove box you can use to turn off the passenger's air bags. See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1-44 for more on this, including important - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 36
a rear-facing child restraint, whenever possible. CAUTION: (Continued) {CAUTION: If the air bag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the air bags, it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system. The passenger's air bags could inflate even though the switch is off. If - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 37
System) on page 1-27. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Attach the anchor points on the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle. The child restraint instructions air bags. There is an air bag off switch in the glove box you can use to turn off the passenger's air bags. See Air Bag - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 38
restraint in this vehicle unless the passenger's air bag has been turned off. Even though the AIR BAG OFF switch is designed to turn off the passenger's air bags under certain conditions, no system is fail-safe, and no one can guarantee that an air bag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 39
a rear-facing child restraint in your vehicle) until you have your vehicle serviced. See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1-44. If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-27. See Top Strap on page 1-27 if the child - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 40
4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-34 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 41
again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. If you were using a rear-facing child restraint, turn on the passenger's air bags when you remove the rear-facing child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 42
Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. Your vehicle has four air bags - a frontal air bag for the driver, another frontal air bag for the passenger, a side impact air bag for the driver, and another side impact air bag for the passenger. Frontal air bags are - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 43
. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide. Always secure children properly in your vehicle. To read how, see the part of this manual called "Older Children" or - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 44
panel, which shows the air bag symbol. Where Are the Air Bags? The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Air Bag Readiness Light on page 3-44 for more information. The driver's frontal air bag is in the middle - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 45
The passenger's frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. The driver's side impact air bag is in the side of the driver's seatback closest to the door. 1-39 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 46
between an occupant and an air bag, and don't attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering. Don't let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact air bag. The passenger's side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger's seatback closest - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 47
to inflate in rollovers, rear impacts, or in many side impacts because inflation would not help the occupant. Vehicles with dual stage air bags are also equipped with seat position sensors which enable the sensing system to monitor the position of the driver's and passenger's seats. The seat position - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 48
frontal and side impact air bags, the sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. The inflator, the air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel, the instrument panel, and the side of the front seatbacks closest - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 49
The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. • Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the system commands air bag inflation and driver - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 50
air bags. Your vehicle will either have the Canadian switch design (A) or the United States switch design (B). Infant.An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child's condition. This - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 51
bag in a crash greater than the potential harm from turning off the air bag and allowing the passenger, even if belted, to hit the dashboard or windshield in a crash. {CAUTION: If the passenger's air bags are turned off for a person who is not in a risk group identified by the national government - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 52
Canada To turn off the passenger's air bags, insert your vehicle key into the switch, push in, and move the switch to the off position. The AIR BAG OFF light on the center console will come on to let you know that the passenger's air bags are off. The passenger's air bags will remain off until you - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 53
United States Canada To turn the passenger's air bags on again, insert your vehicle key into the switch, push in, and move the switch to the on position. 1-47 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 54
serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. You don't want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system. To purchase a service manual - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 55
part on the air bag system earlier in this section. If the frontal air bags inflate, 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. {CAUTION: A crash can damage - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 56
NOTES 1-50 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 57
34 Outside Curb View Assist Mirror ...2-34 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-34 OnStar® System ...2-35 HomeLink® Transmitter ...2-37 Programming the HomeLink® Transmitter ...2-37 Storage Areas ...2-41 Glove Box ...2-41 Cupholder(s) ...2-41 Center Console Storage Area ...2-41 Map Pocket ...2-42 Floor Mats - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 58
be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. If they started the engine and moved the shift lever out of PARK (P), that would release the parking brake. Don't leave the keyless access transmitter in a vehicle with children - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 59
more information. In an emergency, contact Cadillac Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Service on page 7-5. If your vehicle is equipped with the OnStar® system, OnStar® may be able to send a command to unlock your vehicle if needed. If the vehicle battery is dead, On Star will be unable to unlock - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 60
. See "Battery Replacement" under Keyless Access System Operation on page 2-4. • Check to make sure that an electronic device such as a cellular phone or lap top computer is not causing interference. • If you're still having trouble, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service. Q (Lock - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 61
to unlock the driver's door. The light on the door 4, or MAX # FOBS LEARNED. 8. Press the OFF/ACCESSORY button. G (Trunk): Press this button to open the trunk while the engine is turned off or you go to your dealer. Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not work - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 62
vehicle key into the key cylinder located on the lower rear fascia on the driver's side. See Trunk on page 2-11 for more information on the key cylinder. 4. time. 14. A beep will sound and the DIC will read READY FOR FOB #1. At this time, all previously know transmitters have been erased. 15. Once - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 63
DIC may display FOB BATTERY LOW. 1. Insert a coin or similar object into the slot on the back of the transmitter and gently pry apart the front and back. 2. Gently pull the battery out of the transmitter. 3. Put the new battery in the transmitter, positive (+) side up. Use a battery, type CR2032 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 64
door passively when you squeeze the door handle sensor, as long as you have your transmitter with you. Passive entry occurs when the door handle sensor is pressed and the vehicle recognizes your open a door from the inside, press the button in front of the door handle and push the door open. 2-8 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 65
door. If you are outside the vehicle, there is a door release tab in the trunk. The tab is located behind a panel on the driver's side of the trunk. Pull the handle to unlock and unlatch the driver's door. See Trunk on page 2-11 for information on opening the trunk during a loss of power. 2-9 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 66
will sound and the light will flash twice. When the button is pressed and the door is open, a beep will sound and the light will flash continuously. the engine running, the door locks can be programmed through prompts displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC). These prompts allow the driver to - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 67
. • Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle. See Climate Control System in the Index. • If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way. See Engine Exhaust on page - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 68
trunk symbol on the keyless access transmitter to open the trunk. To disable this feature, see "Valet Lockout Switch" under Theft-Deterrent Systems on page 2-17. You may passively enter the trunk when you squeeze the trunk release sensor located on the rear of the trunk lid under the emblem, as long - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 69
has lost battery power, you can still open the trunk using the key. • Use the key cylinder on the rear fascia. • Squeeze the trunk release sensor located on trunk lid. The key cylinder is located behind a cover on the lower rear fascia on the driver's side of the vehicle. Use the key to pry open the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 70
release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk may damage it. Use the emergency trunk release handle only to help you open the trunk lid the latch. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle and push up on the trunk lid to release the latch - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 71
on each door near the armrest. Press the up or down arrows on the switches to raise or lower the windows. Your vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP) that allows you to use the power windows once the ignition has been turned off. For more information, see "Retained - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 72
-down feature. If you want to stop the window as it is lowering, press the switch again. Sun Visors Swing down the visor to block out glare. It can also be detached from the center mount and moved to the side. Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors Swing the visor down and lift the cover. The - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 73
will go off to save battery power. And, your vehicle won't start without a keyless transmitter present. The theft-deterrent system won't arm if you lock the driver's door with the power door set it off. If this light is on continuously while the engine is running, your vehicle needs service. 2-17 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 74
the window on the driver's door. 3. Manually arm the system. 4. Close the doors and wait 30 seconds. 5. Reach through the open window and manually pull the release lever Press the switch to ON to disable the use of the trunk and convertible top. The trunk cannot be opened except by using the key if - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 75
linings. / (START): Press this button while your foot is on the brake to start the engine. The keyless access transmitter must be in the vehicle for the ignition to work. When the engine is on or in ACCESSORY, press this button to turn the engine off and place the vehicle in RAP. See "Retained - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 76
is weak, the DIC will display FOB BATTERY LOW. You can still drive the vehicle. See "Battery Replacement" under Keyless Access System Operation on page 2-4 for more information. • Radio • Power Windows • Audio Steering Wheel Controls Power to these accessories stops after 10 minutes or if - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 77
try to avoid draining your vehicle's battery or damaging the starter. 2. If the engine doesn't start and no DIC message engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 78
electrical cord. The electrical cord is located on the driver's side of the engine, behind the transaxle dipstick/fluid fill location (C) and next to the engine. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. 4. Before starting the engine moving engine parts. If you don't, it could be damaged. - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 79
Shifting Into Park (P) on page 2-28. Be sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. There are several different positions for your shift lever. PARK (P): This position locks your rear wheels. It's the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 80
when your vehicle is being towed. Notice: Shifting our of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing may damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Be sure the engine is not racing when shifting your vehicle. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 81
Shift Control The driver shift control feature gives you more manual control over the operation of the transmission. To use this feature, move the shift lever from the AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) position to the left and into the driver shift control gate. The currently selected gear will be remembered - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 82
if you press the accelerator pedal to the floor. This feature provides you with adequate acceleration capabilities if you forget to downshift manually. Automatic upshifts and downshifts will not display in the DIC or HUD. Driver shift control is available while the cruise control is engaged. The - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 83
engine is running, the parking brake should release. If the parking brake has not been fully released and you try to drive off with the parking brake on, the parking brake indicator light off. Reach under the driver's side of the instrument panel and pull down on the manual release lever, which is - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 84
Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill, see Towing a - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 85
the Engine Running Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don't shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver's seat. To find out how, see "Shifting Into PARK (P)" listed previously - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 86
Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brake Press the ACCESSORY button twice to place the ignition in accessory mode. 2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the engine and then shift - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 87
: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can not see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. • Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. • Your vehicle was damaged in - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 88
CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under Engine Exhaust on page 2-31. Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the climate control fan is at the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 89
light will illuminate when this feature is active. Move the selector switch to the left or right to choose the driver's side or passenger's side can be stored with the memory option. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Rear Window Defogger" under Dual Climate Control System on page 3-35. 2-33 Cleaning the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 90
/disabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See "Park Assist" under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-68 for more information. Outside Curb View Assist Mirror The passenger's side mirror is also capable of performing the curb view assist feature. This feature will cause the mirror - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 91
system (GPS) satellite technology, wireless communications, and call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information and convenience services. A complete OnStar® user's guide • Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment • Emergency Services • Roadside Assistance • Stolen - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 92
services • Personal Concierge OnStar® Steering Wheel Controls You can use the steering wheel controls with OnStar®. The controls are located on the left side , refer to the OnStar® user's guide in your vehicle's glove box, or your vehicle's speakers. Press the top part of the Talk button to use the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 93
systems and home lighting. feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. If you have a newer garage door opener with rolling codes, please be sure to follow steps 6 through 8 to complete the programming of your HomeLink® Transmitter. Read the instructions - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 94
battery be installed in your hand-held transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency. Your vehicle's engine light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light, continue with Steps 6 through 8 following to complete the programming of a rolling-code - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 95
the "Learn" or "Smart" button. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer. You will have code device), repeat this sequence a third time to complete the programming. HomeLink® should now activate your rolling-code accepted by HomeLink®. The indicator light will flash slowly at first and - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 96
Erasing HomeLink® Buttons To erase programming from the three buttons do the following: 1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. 2. Release both buttons. Do not hold for longer than 30 seconds. HomeLink® is now in the train (learning - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 97
edge of the console and swing it rearward. Cupholder(s) The cupholders are located under a lid in the front console to the right of the shift lever. Press the left side of the lid and it will open automatically. There is also an upright center console storage area between the seatbacks. To open - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 98
a cover. How to Remove and Replace the Floor Mats To remove the floor mats, pull up on the rear of the mat to disconnect from the snaps. Floor Mats Your vehicle's floor mats are specially designed to remain in position under your feet and out of reach of the accelerator pedal. The driver's side floor - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 99
Rear Storage Area Then, swing the cover up and place the pins on each side of the cover into the notches (A) on either side of the trunk. There is also a storage compartment located in the trunk on the passenger's side. To access the storage compartment, unsnap the lid. To reinstall the lid, line - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 100
switch is on. If you are lowering or raising the convertible top multiple times, the engine should be running while doing so to prevent drain on the vehicle's battery. Lowering the Retractable Hardtop Notice: Leaving the convertible top down and exposing the interior of your vehicle to outdoor - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 101
conditions, the Driver Information Center ( 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 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 102
located inside the passenger's side storage compartment. 5. Find the hydraulic pump under the carpet on the rear driver's side of the trunk. Open dead battery, you can still raise the top manually by doing the following: 1. Lower both sun visors and open both doors. Notice: Pressing the convertible - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 103
6. Pull both sides of the rear tonneau over-center link down to unlock the linkage. 7. Move the rear tonneau rearward and up to the stored position. Pull from the center of the tonneau to keep pressure even. The rubber bumper on each corner will fit against the underside of the trunk decklid. 2-47 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 104
8. Push both sides of the rear tonneau over-center link up until they stop to lock the linkage. 9. Close the hydraulic pump valve by turning it clockwise with - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 105
should pull up easily. If it doesn't, push the over-center link up more. 12. Manually move the front tonneau to the open position. Once the front tonneau is open, fold the side wings in by gently pressing them in. Do not force the wings. If they are hard to move, make sure the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 106
-quarter turn counterclockwise until it stops while gently pulling up on the center of the top to release it. 15. Hold the top in the front and side and lift the top out of the stored position. 2-50 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 107
16. Hold the top in the front and the rear and lift the top until it is almost closed. Be careful not to pinch your fingers between the rear of the top and the rear window. 17. Place your hands on the top and guide the top into the closed position. 2-51 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 108
opening in the headliner. Turn the wrench counterclockwise until it stops to fully open the latch jaws around the pins. 18. While sitting in the driver's seat, pull down on the rear of the top. 20. Pull down on the roof with the latch rotated open. Turn the wrench clockwise until - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 109
and gently pull the wings out a small amount. Then, fold the front tonneau to the closed position. 23. Manually close the trunk. Your vehicle is equipped with the memory package. The controls for these features are located on the driver's seat, and are used to program and recall memory settings for - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 110
and held to recall the stored positions. When the engine is started, the seat, mirrors, and steering wheel . To stop recall movement of the memory feature at any time, press one of the PARK (P), the exit position for the previously set driver can be recalled by pressing the EXIT button. When - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 111
Lamps ...3-27 Head-Up Display (HUD) ...3-29 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ...3-32 Accessory Power Outlets ...3-34 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ...3-35 Climate Controls ...3-35 Dual Climate Control System ...3-35 Outlet Adjustment ...3-40 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...3-40 3-1 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 112
Home and Away Feature ...3-73 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...3-74 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...3-74 Understanding Radio Reception ...3-75 Care of Your CDs ...3-75 Care of Your CD Player ...3-75 Diversity Antenna System ...3-76 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...3-76 Driver Information Center - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 113
NOTES 3-3 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 114
Instrument Panel Overview 3-4 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 115
Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-74. L. Ignition Switch. See Ignition Positions on page 2-19. M. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-23. N. Traction Control Button. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-9. O. Passenger Air Bag Off Indicator. See Air Bag Off Light - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 116
system. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what mode the ignition is in, even if the ignition is turned off. Press the button to make the front ashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. When the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 117
on the left side of the steering column includes the following: To operate the power tilt feature, push the control up and the steering wheel will tilt up. Push the control down and the steering wheel will go down. Push the control forward and the steering wheel moves toward the front of the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 118
lever all the way forward. When the high beams are on, this light on the instrument panel cluster also will be on. To change the arrows flash faster than normal, a signal bulb may be burned out. Other drivers won't see the turn signal. Replace burned-out bulbs to help avoid possible accidents - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 119
feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass. Pull and hold the turn signal lever toward you to use. When you do, the following will occur: Use the lever located on the right side the Rainsense™ system. • If the until the motor cools. So, - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 120
sensor for this feature is mounted on the interior side wipers on can damage them. Turn system can be overridden at any time by manually Exterior Lamps on page 3-24 for more information. Notice: Do not place stickers or other items on the exterior glass surface directly in front of the moisture sensor - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 121
the right side of WASHER FLUID will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) display. It will take 60 seconds after the bottle is re feature. The system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 122
. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this and operates at speeds above 25 mph (40 km/h). When it is engaged by the driver, ACC can apply limited braking or acceleration of the vehicle automatically to maintain a selected - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 123
use cruise control on slippery roads. When visibility is low, such as in fog, rain or snow, you can not tell how far away things are and lever. • 9 (Off): R (On): This position turns the system off. • This position turns the system on. S (Resume/Increase): • Push the switch to this symbol - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 124
Engaging ACC With the Set Button ACC set speed is selected by the driver. This is the speed you will travel if there is no vehicle detected in your path. To set ACC, do the following: 1. Make sure the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 125
, your vehicle set speed will increase by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). Your vehicle will not reach the set speed until ACC determines there is no vehicle in front of you. At that point, your vehicle speed will increase to the set speed. Decreasing Set Speed While Using ACC Make sure the set speed - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 126
distance. The distance maintained for a selected follow distance will vary based on vehicle speed. The faster the vehicle speed the further back for all drivers and driving conditions. If you choose to travel at a distance farther than ACC allows, disengage ACC and drive manually. Press the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 127
action is required. • A malfunction is detected in the ACC system. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-59 for more information. See Defensive Driving on page 4-2 for more information. {CAUTION: Driver action is required when: Adaptive Cruise Control has only limited braking ability to slow - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 128
by snow, ice, or dirt. Keep your radar clean. See "Cleaning the System" later in this section. ACC will automatically slow your vehicle down when approaching in front of you but will never exceed the set speed. ACC may apply limited braking if necessary. When braking is active, your brake lights - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 129
ACC will begin to disengage. The driver alert symbol on the HUD will flash and the warning beep will sound. The driver must take action since ACC will not {CAUTION: If you rest your foot on the accelerator pedal, the system will not automatically apply the brakes. You could crash into a vehicle - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 130
Curves in the Road {CAUTION: Due to ACC limitations in curves, it may respond to a vehicle in another lane, or may not have time to react to a vehicle in your lane. You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you, or lose control of your vehicle. Give extra attention in curves and be ready to use the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 131
not use ACC on exit ramps. ACC may detect a vehicle that is not in your lane and apply the brakes. ACC may occasionally provide a driver alert and/or braking that you consider unnecessary. ACC could respond to signs, guardrails and other stationary objects when entering or exiting a curve. This is - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 132
accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake to keep your speed down. Applying the brake disengages ACC. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don't use ACC on steep hills. 3-22 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 133
off the engine and clean the lens. Remember, don't use ACC in icy conditions, or when visibility is low, such as in fog, rain or snow. The lens is located on the driver's side of the front fascia. After cleaning the fascia lens, try to engage the ACC. If this does not fix the problem, you may - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 134
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 in ACCESSORY. The exterior Driver Information Center (DIC). When the ignition is turned off, the wiper-activated headlamps will immediately turn off. O (Exterior - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 135
Canada. The DRL system will make the front system to change to DRL if it is light driver that turning on the exterior lamps is recommended. Turning the exterior lamp control to off a second time, or turning on the headlamps will remove the HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message. If the parking lamps or the fog - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 136
fog lamps to operate. • When it's bright enough outside, the headlamps will go off, and the front turn signal lamps (DRL) will come on, as long as the exterior the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is light outside. During that light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the Twilight - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 137
the switch is turned off. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it. Exterior Lighting Battery Saver If the manual parking lamps or headlamps have been left on, the exterior lamps will turn off as soon as the ignition is turned off or RAP is active. This - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 138
Protection Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery in case the underhood lamp, vanity mirror lamps, cargo lamps, reading lamps, console or glove box lamps are accidentally left on or in case something is plugged into the accessory power outlet or cigarette lighter - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 139
information may be displayed in English or metric units and appears as an image focused out toward the front of your vehicle. To change from English to metric units, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-57. The HUD consists of the following information: • Check Gages Icon • Adaptive Cruise - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 140
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 could make the HUD image harder to see. As light shines out from the HUD, it is possible for light to shine back in. In rare occurrences, when - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 141
is covering the HUD unit. The brightness is adjusted properly. The HUD image is adjusted to the proper height. Ambient light in the direction your vehicle is facing is low. • A fuse is blown. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-85. Keep in mind that your windshield is part of the HUD system - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 142
rear bumper system, the driver must check carefully before backing up. The system system does not detect objects that are more than 5 feet (1.5 meters) behind the vehicle. CAUTION: (Continued) The URPA display is located inside the vehicle, below the rear window. It has three color-coded lights - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 143
sensors located on the rear bumper. When you shift into REVERSE (R) and an object is detected, the following will occur in sequence depending on the distance from the object: If the URPA system is not functioning properly, the display will flash red, indicating that there is a problem. The light - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 144
the center console storage compartment, on the forward left side. To use the outlet, remove the tethered cap. When not using it, always cover the outlet with the protective cap. Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 145
lighter are located under a lid in the front console to the right of the shift lever. Press the left side of the lid and it will open automatically. Climate Controls Dual Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. Notice: If - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 146
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 at avoid blowing cold air into - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 147
increase or decrease the fan speed. Pressing this switch cancels automatic operation and places the system in manual mode. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation. 6 (Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some air directed to the side window outlets, and a little - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 148
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 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 149
only work when the engine is running. = (Rear Window Defogger): - (Floor/Defog): Press the mode button until the defog mode appears on the display. This mode directs the air between the windshield, floor outlets and side windows. When you select this mode, the system turns off recirculation and - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 150
. The filter should be replaced as part of the routine scheduled maintenance. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. The passenger compartment air filter is located on the passenger's side of the engine compartment near the battery. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 151
save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle's functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they're working - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 152
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster and Driver Information Center (DIC) are designed to let you know at a glance drive safely and economically. The instrument panel cluster indicator warning lights, gages and DIC messages are explained on the following pages. United States shown - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 153
the engine is first turned on, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver's safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on until the driver's belt is buckled. Trip Odometer The trip odometer is part - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 154
deployed air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag's electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag modules, the wiring and the diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see Air Bag Systems on - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 155
, including important safety information. When you turn the passenger's air bags off, this light will come on and stay on to remind you that the air bags have been turned off. This light will go off when you turn the air bags back on. See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1-44 for more on this - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 156
vehicle) until you have your vehicle serviced. See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1-44. When the vehicle is in accessory mode, the voltmeter shows the voltage output of your battery. When the engine is running, it shows the voltage output of the charging system. The reading will change as the rate - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 157
have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing Your Vehicle on page 4-32. {CAUTION: United States Canada Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 158
on, or comes on and the DIC shows a SERVICE TRACTION SYS message when you're driving, there's a problem with your TCS and your vehicle needs service. When this light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. If the driver turns off TCS by pressing the button on - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 159
momentarily will turn both systems on. The DIC will display the TRAC/STABILITRAK ON message, the instrument cluster light will be off and a chime will sound. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-59 for more information. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States Canada This gage shows the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 160
produce a cleaner environment. The CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle. This system is also designed to assist - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 161
may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 162
be corrected when the electrical system dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off. Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-4. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 163
will not pass this inspection if the CHECK ENGINE light is on or not working properly. Your vehicle will not pass this inspection have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down. The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving. - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 164
Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil. Security Light For information regarding this light, see Theft-Deterrent Systems on page 2-17. 3-54 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 165
Fog Lamp Light This light will come on when the fog lamps are in use. It will go out when the fog lamps are turned off. Lights On Reminder This light comes on whenever the headlamps are on. United States Only For more information about the fog lamps, see "Fog Lamps" under Exterior Lamps on page 3- - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 166
left when the ignition is on. Here are five things that some owners ask about. All these things are normal and do not indicate that anything When the needle approaches the low fuel symbol, LOW FUEL will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) display. At this time, you still have a little fuel - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 167
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 turn the interior lamps on and off. OPTION: Press this button to choose personal options that are available on you vehicle. 3-57 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 168
options: ODOMETER: This feature shows how far the vehicle has been driven in either miles or kilometers. Use the ENG/METRIC feature to switch between English and Metric units. TRIP A: This feature in Canada, the trip odometer will return to zero after 1,242 miles (1 999 km). TRIP B: This feature - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 169
point. The battery saver system will start reducing certain features of the vehicle that you may not be able to notice. At the point that features are disabled, this message is displayed. It means that the vehicle is trying to save the charge in the battery. Turn off unnecessary accessories to allow - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 170
down and the message is removed. Do not increase engine speed above a normal idle. If it does not cool down, turn off the engine and have it serviced before driving it again. Severe engine damage can result from an overheated engine. See Engine Overheating on page 5-23. CRUISE NOT READY: On vehicles - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 171
stranded, have the electrical system checked by your dealership. You can reduce the charging overload by using the accessories. Turn on the lamps and radio, set the climate control on AUTO and the fan speed on HI, and turn the rear window defogger on. You can monitor battery voltage on the DIC - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 172
engine coolant. Have the cooling system serviced by a technician as soon as possible. See Engine instructions) to boost the battery problem. To help the generator recharge the battery quickly, you can reduce the load on the electrical system by turning off the accessories. You can monitor battery - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 173
The following conditions may cause this message to appear: NO FOB, OFF OR RUN?: This message is displayed when you turn off the engine, but the vehicle does not detect a keyless access transmitter in the vehicle. The vehicle will remain in ACCESSORY until OFF or START has been pressed or 10 minutes - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 174
three times. When the service message is displayed the computer controlled systems will not assist the driver and you should have the system repaired as soon as possible. Adjust your driving accordingly. SERVICE ELECT SYSTEM: This message will display if an electrical problem has occurred within the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 175
(P) when the engine is being turned off. The vehicle will be in ACCESSORY. Once the shifter is moved to PARK (P), the vehicle will turn off. STABILITRAK ACTIVE: You may see the STABILITRAK ACTIVE message on the Driver Information Center. It means that an advanced, computer-controlled system has come - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 176
is over 185°F (85°C). Wait for the hardtop pump motor to cool down before using the retractable hardtop. TOP NOT SECURE: This message will or close the top. TRAC SYSTEM ACTIVE: When your traction control system is limiting wheel spin, the TRACTION SYSTEM ACTIVE message will be displayed. Slippery - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 177
• INTRUSION SENSOR ON • KNOWN FOB • LEFT FRONT TIRE FLAT MAX SPD 55, REDUCED HNDLG 1st GEAR 2nd GEAR 3rd GEAR 4th GEAR 5th GEAR ACCESSORY MODE ACTIVE CHANGE OIL SOON (See "GM Oil Life System™" under Engine Oil on page 5-13.) • LEFT REAR TIRE FLAT MAX SPD 55, REDUCED HNDLG FOB BATTERY LOW - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 178
's preferences are recalled when one of the following occurs: Feature Programming To change feature preferences, make sure the vehicle is running and in PARK (P). Press the OPTIONS button and the DIC will display the current driver for a few seconds, then display the first personalization menu item - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 179
's seat to automatically move to the current driver's set position when the engine starts. The DIC will display AUTO RECALL OFF or AUTO RECALL ON. Press the OPTIONS button to change the setting. Approach Lights This feature activates the parking lamps, front fog lamps and back-up lamps during low - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 180
vehicle is off. The DIC will display NO FLASH AT UNLOCK or FLASH AT UNLOCK. Press the OPTIONS button to change the setting. FOB Reminder This feature sounds the horn three times when the driver door is closed and there is a keyless access transmitter inside the interior of the vehicle. This will - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 181
This feature tilts the passenger's side mirror downward when the shifter is moved to REVERSE (R). This can help you to see the curb while or AUTO LOCK ON. Press the OPTIONS button to change the setting. Auto Unlock This feature automatically unlocks either the driver's door or both doors, depending - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 182
sure you're getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it. Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, you can play your audio system even after the ignition is turned off. See "Retained Accessory Power (RAP)" under Ignition Positions on page 2-19 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 183
/Radio System Radio Personalization with Home and Away Feature If DRIVER 1 (HOME or AWAY) PRESETS or DRIVER 2 (HOME or AWAY) PRESETS appears in the display when the radio is first turned on, your vehicle is equipped with this feature. This feature allows the driver to return to the last used audio - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 184
will be active. When battery power is removed and Audio Steering Wheel Controls Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. They include the following: Theft-Deterrent Feature activated and the audio system will not play. Wheel Controls" under OnStar® System on page 2-35 for more - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 185
receiving phone calls, charging the phone's battery, or simply having the phone on to the edge. Be sure never to touch the side without writing when handling CDs. Pick up CDs by . XM™ Satellite Radio Service (48 Contiguous US States) XM™ Satellite Radio Service gives you digital radio reception - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 186
on the driver's side top corner of the rear window need to be properly attached to the buttons on the glass. Notice: Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the front windshield and rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp. This may damage the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 187
Vehicle ...4-2 Defensive Driving ...4-2 Drunken Driving ...4-2 Control of a Vehicle ...4-5 Braking ...4-6 Traction Control System (TCS) ...4-9 Magnetic Ride Control ...4-10 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...4-10 Stabilitrak® System ...4-11 Steering ...4-12 Off-Road Recovery ...4-15 Passing ...4-15 Loss of - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 188
the best defensive driving maneuver, in both city and rural driving. You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly. Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task. Anything that distracts from the driving task - such as concentrating on - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 189
on each person and situation, here is some general information on the problem. The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of someone who is drinking depends or vodka. • The amount of alcohol consumed • The drinker's body weight • The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking • - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 190
of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks. The law in an increasing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, sets the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0.05 percent or above. A driver with a BAC level of 0.06 percent has - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 191
many people do not know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person's system can make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal cord or heart. This means that when anyone who has been drinking - driver or passenger - is in a crash, that person's chance of being killed or - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 192
driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination and eyesight all play a part . So do alcohol, drugs and frustration. But even in 3/4 of a second, a vehicle moving at 60 the weight of the time to cool between hard your engine ever - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 193
stay on. See Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light on page 3-48. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here is what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 194
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 195
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7. This warning light will come on to let you know if there's a problem with your traction control system. See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light on page 3-48. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 196
a computer used to control and monitor the suspension system. The controller receives input from various sensors to determine the proper system response. If the controller detects a problem within the system, the DIC will display a SERVICE RIDE CONTROL message. See DIC Warnings and Messages on - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 197
STABILITRAK WARMING may be displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC), the instrument cluster light will be on, and a chime will system working. This is normal. The instrument cluster light will come on and a chime will sound to let you know if there is a problem with the system. The SERVICE - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 198
the console for five seconds with the vehicle stopped. You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Magnetic - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 199
driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front See Traction Control System (TCS) on page posted speeds are based on good - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 200
child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking - if you can stop in time. But much speed as you can from a possible collision. Then steer around the problem, to the left or right depending on the space available. An emergency like - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 201
driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents - the head-on collision. So here are some tips for passing: • "Drive ahead." Look down the road, to the sides the steering wheel up to one-quarter turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. Then turn your steering wheel to - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 202
you are being passed, make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you. Perhaps you can ease a little to the right. Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) do not have enough friction where - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 203
drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not "overdriving" those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle's three control systems engine system (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. 4-17 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 204
you and other vehicles. • Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. • In remote areas, watch for animals. • If reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired - by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. 4-18 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 205
-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old. What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision. For example, if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 206
streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts. Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can not stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction is not as good as on dry - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 207
large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 208
Through Deep Standing Water Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine's air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you can not avoid deep puddles - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 209
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 210
most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane. Once you are moving - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 211
good shape? • Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have that first part of the journey. service experts in GM dealerships all across North America. They will be ready and willing to help if you need it. • Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? • Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 212
the drone of the engine, and the rush of service or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or both. For safety, treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These parts - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 213
may want to shift down to a lower gear. The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission, and you can climb the hill better. • Stay in your accident. • You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 214
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 215
drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. . Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you will want to begin stopping sooner than road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered with ice. On an otherwise clear road, ice patches may - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 216
no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats - anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful. {CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 217
battery charged. You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps. Let the heater run for a while. Then, shut the engine or other parts of the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage. When you - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 218
your disabled vehicle towed. See Roadside Service on page 7-5. It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 219
front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. Tire and Loading Information Label Example 2 A. Vehicle Capacity Weight - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 220
GAWR) for the front and rear axle; see "Certification Label" later in this section. Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. Locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds" on your vehicle placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 221
Example 1 Example 2 Loading Your Vehicle Item A B C Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) x 1 = Available Occupant and Cargo Weight = Total 400 lbs (181 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg) 250 lbs (113 kg) Item A B C Loading Your Vehicle Description Vehicle - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 222
your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. Refer to your vehicle's tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers and cargo should never - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 223
front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. Notice: Overloading your vehicle may cause damage. Repairs would not be covered - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 224
NOTES 4-38 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 225
...5-10 Hood Release ...5-11 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-12 Engine Oil ...5-13 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-18 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...5-19 Engine Coolant ...5-20 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap ...5-23 Engine Overheating ...5-23 Cooling System ...5-26 Power Steering Fluid ...5-32 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 226
fication ...5-83 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...5-83 Service Parts Identification Label ...5-83 Electrical System ...5-84 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...5-84 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-84 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-84 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-85 Capacities and Speci - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 227
. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-11. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-48. You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 228
recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of possible. Otherwise, you might damage your engine. Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the air - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 229
Gasoline meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasoline. In Canada, look for the "Auto Makers' Choice" label on the pump. caused by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty. Canada Only 5-5 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 230
your authorized GM dealer for service. Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts. That damage would not be covered under your warranty. - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 231
bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your . The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver's side of your vehicle. 5-7 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 232
door, press the fuel door release button. The vehicle must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) and the valet lockout button must be in OFF. An alternate fuel door release is located inside the trunk behind a panel on the driver's side. Pull the handle to release the fuel door. 5-8 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 233
fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See Malfunction Indicator - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 234
burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: • Dispense gasoline only into approved containers. CAUTION: (Continued) Checking Things Under the Hood {CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 235
spill things that will burn onto a hot engine. Hood Release To lift the hood, use the following steps: 1. Pull the lever inside the vehicle to open the hood. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 236
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood you'll see: 5-12 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 237
See Battery on page 5-38. B. Passenger Compartment Air Filter. See Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-40. C. Underhood Fuse Block. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-85. D. Power Steering Fluid. See Power Steering Fluid on page 5-32. E. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 238
explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifi Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things: • GM4718M Your vehicle's engine requires a special your engine could be damaged. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the engine - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 239
on the oil container, and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM4718M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container. Your vehicle's engine is filled at the factory with a Mobil 1® synthetic oil, which meets all requirements for your vehicle. 5-15 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 240
is necessary for over a year. However, your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset. Your dealer has GM-trained service people who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system. It is also important to check your oil - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 241
System calculates when to change your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime your oil is changed, reset the system bodies of water. Instead, recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a service - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 242
engine air cleaner/filter cover forward to unlatch the cover. 2. Lift the front of the cover at an angle and remove. This is necessary due to the four tabs located on the rear of the cover. 3. Remove the engine air cleaner/filter element and any loose debris that may be found in the air cleaner base - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 243
tighten the two clasps on the top of the engine air cleaner/filter cover. Notice: If the air cleaner/filter is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will damage it. Always have the air cleaner/filter in place when you're driving. Automatic - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 244
up to 265° F (129° C). Protect against rust and corrosion. Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lights and gages work as they should. Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL® engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 245
engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check your cooling system - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 246
on the driver's side of the vehicle. For more information on location, see Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12. The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark, located on the side of the surge tank that faces the front. If - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 247
: After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode, to avoid engine damage, allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair. The engine oil will be severely degraded. Repair the cause of coolant loss, change the oil and reset the oil life system. See "Engine Oil" in the Index - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 248
your engine if it overheats, and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool. See "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" under Engine badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. See "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" under Engine Overheating - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 249
you still have the warning, turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down. Also, see "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" listed previously in this section. You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away. Climb a long hill on a hot - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 250
Cooling System When you decide it's safe to lift the hood, here's what you'll see: {CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 251
be no leak, with the engine on, check to see if the electric engine cooling fan is running. If the engine is overheating, the fan should be running. If it is not, your vehicle needs service. A low coolant level should be indicated by a LOW COOLANT message on the Driver Information Center. If it is - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 252
at the proper level, add a 50/50 of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL® coolant at the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is cool before you do it. See Engine Coolant on page 5-20 for more information. If no coolant is visible in the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 253
plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. CAUTION: (Continued) Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 254
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise (left). If you hear a - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 255
mixture to the full cold fill mark on the front of the coolant surge tank. 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. By this time, the coolant level inside the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 256
5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the cap is fully installed. Power Steering Fluid If the LOW COOLANT message does not appear on the Driver Information Center after two minutes, coolant is at the proper fill level. If a LOW COOLANT message does appear, repeat Steps 1 to 3 and reinstall the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 257
system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. See Engine and damage hoses and seals. Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions before - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 258
the driver's side of the vehicle. Notice: • When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water. • Don't mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 259
too much brake fluid, it can spill on the engine. The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. See "Checking Brake Fluid" in this section. Refer to - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 260
keep dirt from entering the reservoir. Notice: • Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced. Do not let someone put - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 261
, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble. Brake Adjustment As you make brake stops, your disc brakes automatically adjust for wear. Replacing Brake System Parts {CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes will not work well - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 262
vehicle for longer storage periods. Also, for your audio system, see Theft-Deterrent Feature on page 3-74. Vehicle Storage If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. 5-38 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 263
you could damage your vehicle. Do not push or pull your vehicle to start it; instead, use the jump starting procedure in this manual to start your vehicle when the battery has run down. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. {CAUTION: Batteries can - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 264
could be present. Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you. Do not get it on you. If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin, flush the place with water and get medical help immediately. {CAUTION: An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 265
metal engine part or to a remote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one. Don't connect positive (+) to negative (−) or you'll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts, too. And don't connect the negative (−) cable to the negative (−) terminal on the dead battery because - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 266
good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to the negative (−) terminal of the good battery. go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative (−) terminal on the vehicle with - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 267
run the engine for a while. 11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it won't start after a few tries, it probably needs service. Notice: If the jumper cables are removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 268
the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the other vehicle. Jumper Cable Removal A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 269
leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repair. To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should when the level is low, use SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Lubricant (GM Part No. 12378261) or equivalent meeting GM Specification 9986115. To completely re - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 270
properly, read all the instructions before beginning. Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts. The vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: • The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft. (7.6 m) from a light colored wall or other flat surface - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 271
Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle low beam lamps. The high beam lamps will be correctly aimed if the low beam lamps are aimed properly. The headlamp aiming devices are under the hood near the headlamps. Headlamp Vertical Aiming Notice: Horizontal aiming must be performed before making any - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 272
cut-off when aiming. Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build-up which may cause damage to the headlamp. 4. Turn on the low-beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being aimed. This should allow only the beam of light from the headlamp being - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 273
the wiper blade assembly, do the following: 1. Place the vehicle in accessory mode and turn the wipers on. Position the wipers on the windshield in worn. For proper windshield wiper blade length and type, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-13. 2. Tip the blade up and push down on the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 274
's booklet included with your vehicle's Owner's Manual. CAUTION: (Continued) • Overinflated damaged, replace them. • {CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. • Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction. You could have an air - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 275
Transportation (DOT) Tire Identification Number (TIN) Tire Ply Material Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit (A) Tire Size: The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 276
are the Tire Identification Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured. The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture. (E) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 277
sizing system. The letter "P" as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa). Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of optional accessories - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 278
. The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall. Maximum Load Rating: The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curb weight; accessory weight; vehicle capacity weight; and production options weight. Normal - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 279
light the tread. Rim: A metal support for a tire and upon which Speed Rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating system curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight and cargo weight. Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the original equipment tire size - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 280
a tire has been damaged, or if you've driven any distance on a run-flat tire, check with an authorized run-flat tire service center to determine whether the tire can be repaired or should be replaced. To maintain your vehicle's run-flat feature, all replacement tires must be self-supporting tires. As - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 281
right. It's not. If your tires don't have enough air (underinflation), you can get the following: Notice: Using liquid sealants can damage the tire valves and tire pressure monitor sensors in your run-flat tires. This damage would not be covered by warranty. Don't use liquid sealants in your run-flat - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 282
vehicle is being driven and once every 60 minutes when the vehicle is stationary for more than 15 minutes. Using the Driver Information Center (DIC), tire pressure levels can be viewed by the driver. The TPM system also uses the DIC to warn the driver when air pressure, in one or more tires, falls - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 283
tire maintenance. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-60 Each TPM sensor has a unique identification code that is matched to one of the four tire positions on your vehicle. The tire and wheel assembly positions are, left front (LF); right front (RF); right rear (RR) and left rear (LR). Any - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 284
The TPM system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry and Science Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 285
pattern shown here. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the tire and system will need to have the sensors reset after a tire rotation is performed. A special tool is needed to reset the sensor identification codes. See your dealer for service - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 286
cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric. • The tire has a bump, bulge or split. • The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that can't be repaired well because of the size or location of the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 287
rating, load range, traction, ride, tire pressure monitoring system and other things during normal service on your vehicle. If your tires have an all have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels. { - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 288
grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road car tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread, winter available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 289
Temperature - A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 290
be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tire clearance to the body - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 291
CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become equipment wheel nuts. Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 292
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 on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions. Follow that manufacturer's instructions. To help avoid damage to your vehicle, drive - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 293
in PARK (P). 3. Turn off the engine. To be even more certain the vehicle won't move, you can put blocks in front of and behind the wheels. Getting damage, be sure to place the jack in the proper location before raising the vehicle. If you ever use a jack to lift your vehicle, follow the instructions - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 294
using spans at least two crossmember ribs. • Lift only in the areas shown in the following pictures. For additional information, see your dealer and the Cadillac XLR service manual. The front lifting points can be accessed from either side of your vehicle, behind the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 295
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). 5-71 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 296
Lifting From the Rear 1. Locate the rear lifting points (A), according to the illustration shown. The rear lifting points can be accessed from the rear of the vehicle, on either the driver's or passenger's side. 2. Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and the vehicle. 5-72 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 297
type of tire can operate effectively with no air pressure, so you won't need to stop on the side of the road to change a flat System on page 5-58. 3. Lift the vehicle with the jack, making sure the jack spans at least two of the crossmember ribs (B). For more information, see Doing Your Own Service - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 298
and tire pressure monitor sensors in your run-flat tires. This damage would not be covered by warranty. Don't use liquid sealants in your run-flat tires. To order a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-11. If a tire goes flat, the stability control system will turn on - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 299
strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you are cleaning the inside. Never use these to clean your vehicle: Do not use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 300
Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. 2. If a stain remains, follow the cleaner instructions - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 301
, use a leather cleaner. • Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather. Cleaning Wood leather. Cleaning the Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the speaker won't be damaged. Clean spots with just water and mild - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 302
surfaces on your vehicle, you could scratch the glass and/or cause damage to the rear window defogger and the integrated radio antenna. When cleaning Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 303
exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under "Washing Your Vehicle." Notice: Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may damage nish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible. Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 304
towel. A wax may then be applied. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and/or tires. When applying a tire your dealer or other service outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer's body and paint shop. 5-80 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 305
and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At surface. Although no defect in the paint job causes this, GM will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 306
exterior polishing cloth. Removes tar, road oil and asphalt. Use on chrome or stainless steel. Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls. Cleans vinyl tops, upholstery and convertible tops. Removes dirt, grime, smoke and fingerprints. Removes dirt and grime from chrome wheels and wire wheel covers - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 307
the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver's side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. your VIN, the model designation - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 308
your vehicle and the damage wouldn't be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle on - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 309
fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse size and rating. If a fuse should blow, see your dealer for service immediately. If you ever have a problem on the road and don't have a spare fuse, you can "borrow" one that has the same amperage. Pick some feature - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 310
Not Used Not Used GMLAN Devices Rear Park Aid, Heated/Cooled Seats, Windshield Wiper Relays Door Locks Engine Control Module Interior Lights Air Bags, Passenger Air Bag Off Switch Not Used Onstar Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Driver Door Switch Power Tilt Wheel, Telescopic Steering Column, Memory - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 311
System, Power Sounder Rear Fog Lamps, Diagnostic Link Connector Power Folding Mirror Trunk Close Button, Parking Brake Solenoid B Power Seats Door Controls Run, Accessory ™ Steering Wheel Control Button Lights Power Lumbar Passenger's Side Heated Seat Driver's Side Heated Seat Not Used Retractable - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 312
on the passenger's side of the vehicle. For more information on location, see Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12. To access the fuses, push in the tab located at the end of the fuse block cover. Then lift the cover open. Fuses 1 2 3 4 Usage Anti-Lock Brake System, Magnetic Ride Control - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 313
Not Used Left Low Beam Headlamp Fog Lamp Fuses 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 Usage Right High Beam Headlamp Left High Beam Headlamp Not Used Battery 3 Anti-Lock Brakes Climate Controls Battery 2 Starter Audio Amplifier Cooling Fan Battery 1 Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 314
Relays 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 Usage Horn Air Conditioning Compressor Windshield Washer Parking Lamps Fog Lamps High Beam Headlamps Rear Window Defogger Relays 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 Usage Windshield Wiper High/Low Wiper RUN/ACCESSORY Power Starter/Crank Ignition 1 Windshield Wiper On/Off Headlamp - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 315
Capacities English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a 1.4 lbs 0.64 kg Cooling System 14.8 quarts 14.0 L Engine Oil with Filter 8 quarts 7.6 level as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. Application Engine Specifications Engine 4.6 L PV8 VIN Code A Transaxle 5L50 - E - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 316
NOTES 5-92 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 317
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-8 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-11 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-13 Maintenance Record ...6-14 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 318
engine quality of the air we breathe. Improper Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or parts and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 319
jobs. When you go to your GM Goodwrench dealer for your service needs, you will know that GM-trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts. If you want to get service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-11. • are driven on - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 320
this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system. If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, you must service your vehicle within 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last service. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil on page 5-13 for - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 321
Service Change engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil on page 5-13. An Emission Control Service. Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (a). Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed. Perform any needed additional services. See " - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 322
,000 (207 500) 150,000 (240 000) • Service Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components. Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18. An Emission Control Service. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter (severe - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 323
damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings , flush and refill cooling system. See Engine Coolant on page 5-20 for - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 324
can assist you with these checks and services. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty. Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL® coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 325
a Year Starter Switch Check Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service. { - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 326
could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Contact your GM Goodwrench dealer if service is required. Underbody Flushing Service - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 327
Engine Coolant DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 5-20. Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or System equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid. Windshield ® Washer Solvent. Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Power Steering GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No.U.S. 89021184, in System Canada 89021186 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 328
GM Specification 9986115. With a complete drain and refill add 4 ounces (118 ml) of Limited-Slip Axle Lubricant Additive (GM Part No. U.S. 1052358, in Canada 992694) where required. See Rear Axle on page 5-45. Usage Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Hood - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 329
can be obtained from your dealer. Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Element Engine Oil Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element Spark Plugs Windshield Wiper Blade (Shepherd's Hook Type) 500 mm GM Part Number 25099149 89017342 10345066 12571535 12367281 AC Delco® Part Number A1208C PF61 - 41-986 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 330
performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2 in this section. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 331
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-15 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 332
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-16 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 333
10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ...7-10 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ...7-11 Service Publications Ordering Information ...7-11 Customer Assistance Information ...7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2 Online Owner Center ...7-3 Customer Assistance for Text - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 334
. If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager , contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center, 24 hours a day, by calling 1-800-458-8006. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 335
specific vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner's manual. (United States only) • Keep track of your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. • Find GM dealers for service nationwide. • Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 336
can dial 1-800-263-3830.) From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 Fax Number: 313-381-0022 Canada - Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 337
charge for any warranty-covered situation and for a nominal charge if the Cadillac is no longer under warranty. Roadside Service is available only in the United States and Canada. This program can also provide you with free resource information, such as area driver assessment centers and mobility - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 338
and rental car. • A description of the problem • Name, home address, home telephone number • Location of your Cadillac and number you are calling from • The model year, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), mileage and date of delivery Roadside Service for the Hearing or Speech Impaired Roadside - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 339
Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase/lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper-to-Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Several transportation options are available when - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 340
General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty, alternative transportation may be Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations. 7-8 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 341
systems, such as the Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated, such as engine service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection. • with the consent of the vehicle owner - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 342
to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to: Transport Canada 330 Sparks Street Tower C Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 343
: Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 General Motors of Canada Limited 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 344
checks payable in U.S. funds. Owner's Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner's manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. Owner's Manual RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 7-12 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 345
Are the Air Bags? ...1-38 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...5-18 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) ...7-8 AM ...3-75 Antenna, Diversity Antenna System ...3-76 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...3-76 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ...4-7 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ...3-48 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 346
System Warning Light ...3-47 Brake Fluid ...5-35 Brake Wear ...5-37 Brakes ...5-35 Braking ...4-6 Braking in Emergencies ...4-8 Break-In, New Vehicle ...2-19 Bulb Replacement ...5-49 Headlamp Aiming ...5-46 Buying New Tires ...5-63 C Cadillac Owner Privileges™ ...7-6 California Fuel ...5-5 Canada - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 347
77 Climate Control System Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ...3-40 Dual ...3-35 Outlet Adjustment ...3-40 Control of a Vehicle ...4-5 Convenience Net ...2-43 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage ...3-49 Heater, Engine ...2-21 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ...5-23 Cooled Seats ...1-3 Cooling System ...5-26 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 348
...3-59 Other Messages ...3-67 Driver Shift Control ...2-25 Driving At Options ...5-84 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-84 Emergency Trunk Release Handle ...2-14 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs ...3-53 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-18 Battery ...5-38 Check and Service Engine Soon Light - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 349
Safety Belt ...1-17 Exterior Lamps ...3-24 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ...3-27 F Feature Programming ...3-68 Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...5-18 Finish Care ...5-79 Finish Damage ...5-80 Flash at Lock ...3-70 Flash at Unlock ...3-70 Flash-to-Pass ...3-9 Flat Tire ...5-73 Floor Mats ...2-42 Fluid - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 350
to Remove and Replace the Floor Mats ...2-42 How to Use This Manual ...ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...1-9 Hydroplaning ...4-21 I If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ...5-25 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ...5-24 If the Light Is Flashing ...3-51 If the Light Is On Steady ...3-52 If - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 351
With the Engine Running ...Lifting From the Front ...Lifting From the Rear ...Lifting Your Vehicle, Tires ...3-24 3-27 3-25 3-71 1-10 1-27 1-29 2-11 2-29 5-70 5-72 5-69 Light Air Bag Off ...3-45 Air Bag Readiness ...3-44 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...3-48 Brake System Warning ...3-47 Fog Lamp - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 352
Requirements ...6-2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-13 Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-11 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using Your ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ...3-50 Map Pocket ...2-42 Matching - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 353
Burn ...2-31 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...3-40 Passenger Position, Safety Belts ...1-17 Passing ...4-15 Passive Locking ...3-70 Plan Ahead When Possible ...7-7 Power Accessory Outlets ...3-34 Door Locks ...2-10 Eight-Way Seats ...1-2 Electrical System ...5-84 Lumbar Controls ...1-3 Steering - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 354
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...1-49 Restraint Systems Checking ...1-48 Replacing Parts ...1-49 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...2-20 Retractable Hardtop ...2-44 Lowering ...2-44 Raising ...2-45 Roadside Service ...7-5 Roadside Service Availability ...7-6 Roadside Service for the - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 355
...6-4 Seats Eight-Way Power Seats ...1-2 Heated and Cooled Seats ...1-3 Memory ...2-53 Power Lumbar ...1-3 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ...1-29 Passenger Seat Position ...1-31 Security Light ...3-54 Sensors ...3-38 Service ...5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 356
-Deterrent Systems ...2-17 Tire Pressure Light ...3-50 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...5-50 Tire Size Codes ...5-52 Tire Terminology and Definitions ...5-53 Tires ...5-50 Buying New Tires ...5-63 Chains ...5-68 If a Tire Goes Flat ...5-73 Inflation - Tire Pressure ...5-57 Inspection and Rotation ...5-60 - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 357
53 5-38 3-40 2-16 3-46 W Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...3-41 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages ...3-59 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Other Warning Devices ...3-6 Safety and Symbols ...iii Vehicle Damage ...iv Washing Your Vehicle ...5-78 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use ...5-14 What to Do - 2004 Cadillac XLR | Owner's Manual - Page 358
Oil ...5-14 When to Change Engine Oil (GM Oil Life System) ...5-16 When to Check ...5-58 When to Check Lubricant ...5-45 When ...4-28 Wiper-Activated Headlamps ...3-24 X XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...3-76 XM™ Satellite Radio Service (48 Contiguous US States) ...3-75 Y Your Vehicle and the