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Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster and Driver Information Center (DIC) are designed to let you know at a glance how the vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, about how much fuel you have left and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically. The instrument panel cluster indicator warning lights, gages and DIC messages are explained on the following pages. United States Base Cluster shown, Canada and Uplevel similar 186

Section	Page
2007 Cadillac XLR/XLR-V BookTOC	1
Seats and Restraint Systems	7
Front Seats	8
Power Seats	8
Power Lumbar	9
Heated and Cooled Seats	9
Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel	10
Power Reclining Seatbacks	11
Safety Belts	13
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	13
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts	17
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	18
Driver Position	18
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	26
Passenger Position	27
Safety Belt Pretensioners	27
Safety Belt Extender	27
Child Restraints	28
Older Children	28
Infants and Young Children	31
Child Restraint Systems	35
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)	39
Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position	40
Airbag System	44
Where Are the Airbags?	47
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	49
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	51
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	51
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	52
Passenger Sensing System	53
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	58
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	59
Restraint System Check	60
Checking the Restraint Systems	60
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	61
Features and Controls	63
Keys	65
Keyless Access System	67
Keyless Access System Operation	68
Doors and Locks	73
Door Locks	73
Power Door Locks	75
Automatic Door Lock	76
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock	76
Lockout Protection	77
Trunk	77
Windows	81
Power Windows	82
Sun Visors	84
Theft-Deterrent Systems	84
Theft-Deterrent System	84
Valet Lockout Switch	86
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	87
New Vehicle Break-In	87
Ignition Positions	88
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	89
Starting the Engine	89
Automatic Transmission Operation	92
Parking Brake	97
Shifting Into Park (P)	99
Shifting Out of Park (P)	100
Parking Over Things That Burn	101
Engine Exhaust	102
Running the Engine While Parked	103
Mirrors	104
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar®	104
Outside Power Heated Mirrors	105
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror	105
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror	106
Outside Convex Mirror	106
OnStar® System	107
Universal Home Remote System	110
Universal Home Remote System (With One Triangular LED)	110
Universal Home Remote System (With Three Round LED)	111
Universal Home Remote System Operation (With Three Round LED)	112
Universal Home Remote System Operation (With One Triangular LED)	118
Storage Areas	121
Glove Box	121
Cupholder(s)	122
Center Console Storage Area	122
Map Pocket	122
Floor Mats	122
Rear Storage Area	123
Convenience Net	123
Retractable Hardtop	124
Lowering the Retractable Hardtop	124
Raising the Retractable Hardtop	125
Instrument Panel	135
Instrument Panel Overview	138
Hazard Warning Flashers	140
Other Warning Devices	140
Horn	140
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column	141
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	141
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	142
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	143
Flash-to-Pass	143
Windshield Wipers	144
Rainsense™ Wipers	145
Windshield Washer	146
Headlamp Washer	146
Cruise Control	147
Adaptive Cruise Control	150
Exterior Lamps	164
Wiper Activated Headlamps	166
Headlamps on Reminder	166
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	166
Adaptive Forward Lighting System	167
Fog Lamps	168
Twilight Sentinel®	168
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver	169
Instrument Panel Brightness	170
Courtesy Lamps	170
Entry/Exit Lighting	170
Reading Lamps	171
Battery Run-Down Protection	171
Head-Up Display (HUD)	171
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)	175
Accessory Power Outlet(s)	177
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter	178
Climate Controls	178
Dual Climate Control System	178
Outlet Adjustment	184
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	184
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	185
Instrument Panel Cluster	186
Speedometer and Odometer	187
Trip Odometer	187
Tachometer	187
Safety Belt Reminder Light	187
Airbag Readiness Light	188
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	189
Charging System Light	191
Voltmeter Gage	192
Brake System Warning Light	192
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	193
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light	194
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	195
Tire Pressure Light	196
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	196
Engine Oil Pressure Gage	200
Security Light	201
Fog Lamp Light	201
Lights On Reminder	202
Highbeam On Light	202
Fuel Gage	202
Driver Information Center (DIC)	203
DIC Controls and Displays	204
DIC Warnings and Messages	206
Other Messages	219
DIC Vehicle Personalization	220
Trip Computer	224
Oil Life Indicator	224
Audio System(s)	225
Theft-Deterrent Feature	226
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	227
Radio Reception	228
Care of Your CDs	229
Care of the CD Player	230
Diversity Antenna System	230
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System	230
Navigation System	231
Overview	232
Navigation System Overview	232
Getting Started	234
Features and Controls	240
Using the Navigation System	240
Setup Menu	243
Plan Route	249
Edit Memory Point	250
Edit Waypoint	254
Edit Avoid Point/Area	257
Enter Destination	259
Route Preference	269
Maps	271
Symbols	275
Keyless Access System	280
OnStar® System	281
Global Positioning System (GPS)	281
Vehicle Positioning	282
Problems with Route Guidance	283
If the System Needs Service	283
Ordering Map DVDs	284
Database Coverage Explanations	284
Navigation Audio System	285
Six-Disc CD Changer	302
CD/DVD Player	305
Radio Personalization with Home and Away Feature	311
Voice Recognition	312
Driving Your Vehicle	321
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle	322
Defensive Driving	322
Drunken Driving	323
Control of a Vehicle	326
Braking	326
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	327
Braking in Emergencies	329
Traction Control System (TCS)	329
Magnetic Ride Control	331
Limited-Slip Rear Axle	331
StabiliTrak® System	331
Steering	333
Off-Road Recovery	335
Passing	335
Loss of Control	337
Racing or Other Competitive Driving (XLR-V)	338
Driving at Night	339
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	340
City Driving	343
Freeway Driving	344
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	345
Highway Hypnosis	346
Hill and Mountain Roads	347
Winter Driving	349
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow	353
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	354
Loading Your Vehicle	354
Towing	359
Towing Your Vehicle	359
Recreational Vehicle Towing	359
Towing a Trailer	359
Service and Appearance Care	361
Service	363
Accessories and Modifications	363
California Proposition 65 Warning	364
Doing Your Own Service Work	364
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	365
Fuel	365
Gasoline Octane	366
Gasoline Specifications	366
California Fuel	367
Additives	367
Fuels in Foreign Countries	368
Filling the Tank	369
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	371
Checking Things Under the Hood	372
Hood Release	373
Engine Compartment Overview	374
Engine Oil	377
Engine Oil Life System	380
Supercharger Oil	382
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	382
Automatic Transmission Fluid	384
Engine Coolant	385
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap	388
Engine Overheating	388
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	390
Cooling System	391
Power Steering Fluid	396
Windshield Washer Fluid	397
Brakes	399
Battery	402
Jump Starting	403
Rear Axle	407
Headlamp Aiming	408
Headlamp Vertical Aiming	410
Bulb Replacement	412
Windshield Replacement	412
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	412
Tires	413
Winter Tires (XLR-V)	414
Tire Sidewall Labeling	415
Tire Terminology and Definitions	417
Run-Flat Tires	420
Inflation - Tire Pressure	422
Tire Pressure Monitor System	423
Tire Inspection and Rotation	426
When It Is Time for New Tires	428
Buying New Tires	428
Different Size Tires and Wheels	430
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	431
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	432
Wheel Replacement	432
Tire Chains	435
Lifting Your Vehicle	435
If a Tire Goes Flat	440
Appearance Care	441
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	441
Fabric/Carpet	443
Leather	444
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces	444
Wood Panels	445
Speaker Covers	445
Care of Safety Belts	445
Weatherstrips	445
Washing Your Vehicle	446
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	446
Finish Care	447
Windshield and Wiper Blades	447
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels	448
Tires	449
Sheet Metal Damage	449
Finish Damage	449
Underbody Maintenance	449
Chemical Paint Spotting	450
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	450
Vehicle Identification	451
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	451
Service Parts Identification Label	451
Electrical System	452
Add-On Electrical Equipment	452
Windshield Wiper Fuses	452
Power Windows and Other Power Options	452
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	453
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	453
Underhood Fuse Block	455
Capacities and Specifications	458
Maintenance Schedule	461
Maintenance Schedule	462
Introduction	462
Maintenance Requirements	462
Your Vehicle and the Environment	462
Using the Maintenance Schedule	463
Scheduled Maintenance	465
Additional Required Services	467
Maintenance Footnotes	469
Owner Checks and Services	470
At Each Fuel Fill	470
At Least Once a Month	471
At Least Once a Year	471
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	473
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	475
Engine Drive Belt Routing	476
Maintenance Record	477
Customer Assistance Information	481
Customer Assistance and Information	482
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	482
Online Owner Center	484
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	485
Customer Assistance Offices	485
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	486
Roadside Service	487
Courtesy Transportation	488
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders	491
Collision Damage Repair	492
Reporting Safety Defects	496
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	496
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	496
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	497
Service Publications Ordering Information	497

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