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Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer/retailer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle needs to be towed. See Roadside Service on page 8-7. The vehicle was neither designed nor intended to be towed with any of its wheels on the ground. If the vehicle must be towed, see "Towing Your Vehicle" earlier in this section. Towing a Trailer The vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer. Recreational Vehicle Towing Notice: Dolly towing or dinghy towing the vehicle may cause damage because of reduced ground clearance. Always put the vehicle on a ﬂatbed truck. 5-26

Section	Page
2009 Cadillac XLR/XLR-V BookTOC	1
Seats and Restraint System	5
Front Seats	6
Power Seats	6
Power Lumbar	6
Heated and Cooled Seats	7
Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel	7
Power Reclining Seatbacks	8
Safety Belts	10
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	10
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	15
Lap-Shoulder Belt	24
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	26
Safety Belt Extender	27
Child Restraints	27
Older Children	27
Infants and Young Children	31
Child Restraint Systems	35
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)	37
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	38
Airbag System	42
Where Are the Airbags?	44
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	46
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	47
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	47
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	48
Passenger Sensing System	49
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	54
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	54
Restraint System Check	56
Checking the Restraint Systems	56
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	57
Features and Controls	59
Keys	61
Keyless Access System	62
Keyless Access System Operation	63
Doors and Locks	68
Door Locks	68
Power Door Locks	71
Automatic Door Lock	71
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock	71
Lockout Protection	71
Trunk	72
Windows	75
Power Windows	76
Sun Visors	78
Theft-Deterrent Systems	78
Theft-Deterrent System	78
Valet Lockout Switch	80
Immobilizer	80
Immobilizer Operation	81
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	82
New Vehicle Break-In	82
Ignition Positions	82
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	83
Starting the Engine	84
Automatic Transmission Operation	86
Parking Brake	90
Shifting Into Park	91
Shifting Out of Park	93
Parking Over Things That Burn	93
Engine Exhaust	94
Running the Vehicle While Parked	95
Mirrors	96
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	96
Outside Power Mirrors	96
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror	97
Park Assist Mirror	97
Outside Convex Mirror	97
Outside Heated Mirrors	97
Object Detection Systems	98
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)	98
OnStar® System	100
Universal Home Remote System	103
Universal Home Remote System Operation	104
Storage Areas	111
Glove Box	111
Cupholders	111
Center Console Storage	111
Floor Mats	111
Rear Storage Area	112
Convenience Net	112
Retractable Hardtop	112
Lowering the Retractable Hardtop	113
Raising the Retractable Hardtop	114
Instrument Panel	123
Instrument Panel Overview	126
Hazard Warning Flashers	128
Horn	128
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column	128
Heated Steering Wheel	129
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	129
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	129
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	130
Flash-to-Pass	130
Windshield Wipers	130
Rainsense™ Wipers	131
Windshield Washer	132
Headlamp Washer	133
Cruise Control	133
Adaptive Cruise Control	136
Exterior Lamps	148
Wiper Activated Headlamps	149
Headlamps on Reminder	149
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	149
Adaptive Forward Lighting System	150
Fog Lamps	150
Twilight Sentinel®	151
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver	152
Instrument Panel Brightness	152
Courtesy Lamps	152
Entry/Exit Lighting	152
Reading Lamps	152
Battery Run-Down Protection	153
Head-Up Display (HUD)	153
Accessory Power Outlet(s)	156
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter	157
Climate Controls	158
Dual Climate Control System	158
Outlet Adjustment	162
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	163
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	163
Instrument Panel Cluster	164
Speedometer and Odometer	165
Trip Odometer	165
Tachometer	165
Safety Belt Reminders	166
Airbag Readiness Light	166
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	167
Charging System Light	168
Voltmeter Gage	168
Brake System Warning Light	169
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	170
StabiliTrak®/Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light	170
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	171
Tire Pressure Light	172
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	172
Engine Oil Pressure Gage	176
Security Light	177
Fog Lamp Light	177
Lights On Reminder	177
Highbeam On Light	177
Fuel Gage	178
Driver Information Center (DIC)	179
DIC Operation and Displays	179
DIC Warnings and Messages	182
Other Messages	192
DIC Vehicle Personalization	194
Trip Computer	198
Oil Life Indicator	198
Audio System(s)	198
Bluetooth®	199
Theft-Deterrent Feature	210
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	210
Radio Reception	212
Care of Your CDs	213
Care of the CD Player	213
Diversity Antenna System	213
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System	213
Navigation System	215
Overview	216
Navigation System Overview	216
Getting Started	218
Features and Controls	224
Using the Navigation System	224
Setup Menu	226
Plan Route	232
Edit Memory Point	233
Edit Waypoint	237
Edit Avoid Point/Area	239
Enter Destination	241
Route Preference	250
Maps	252
Symbols	257
Keyless Access System	262
OnStar® System	262
Global Positioning System (GPS)	263
Vehicle Positioning	264
Problems with Route Guidance	265
If the System Needs Service	265
Ordering Map DVDs	266
Database Coverage Explanations	266
Navigation Audio System	266
Six-Disc CD Changer	279
CD/DVD Player	282
Radio Personalization with Home and Away Feature	287
Voice Recognition	288
Driving Your Vehicle	295
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle	296
Defensive Driving	296
Drunk Driving	296
Control of a Vehicle	297
Braking	298
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	299
Braking in Emergencies	300
StabiliTrak® System	300
Traction Control System (TCS)	302
Magnetic Ride Control™	304
Limited-Slip Rear Axle	304
Steering	304
Off-Road Recovery	306
Passing	306
Loss of Control	306
Racing or Other Competitive Driving (XLR-V)	308
Driving at Night	308
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	309
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	310
Highway Hypnosis	310
Hill and Mountain Roads	311
Winter Driving	312
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow	314
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	314
Loading the Vehicle	315
Towing	320
Towing Your Vehicle	320
Recreational Vehicle Towing	320
Towing a Trailer	320
Service and Appearance Care	321
Service	323
Accessories and Modifications	323
California Proposition 65 Warning	324
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	324
Doing Your Own Service Work	324
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle	325
Fuel	325
Gasoline Octane	325
Gasoline Specifications	326
California Fuel	326
Additives	326
Fuels in Foreign Countries	327
Filling the Tank	328
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	330
Checking Things Under the Hood	330
Hood Release	331
Engine Compartment Overview	332
Engine Oil	335
Engine Oil Life System	338
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	340
Automatic Transmission Fluid	341
Cooling System	342
Engine Coolant	343
Engine Overheating	347
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	349
Power Steering Fluid	350
Windshield Washer Fluid	351
Brakes	352
Battery	355
Jump Starting	356
Rear Axle	361
Headlamp Aiming	362
Headlamp Vertical Aiming	363
Bulb Replacement	365
Windshield Replacement	365
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	365
Tires	366
Winter Tires (XLR-V)	367
Tire Sidewall Labeling	368
Tire Terminology and Definitions	370
Run-Flat Tires	372
Inflation - Tire Pressure	374
Tire Pressure Monitor System	375
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	377
Tire Inspection and Rotation	380
When It Is Time for New Tires	381
Buying New Tires	382
Different Size Tires and Wheels	383
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	384
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	385
Wheel Replacement	386
Tire Chains	388
Lifting the Vehicle	388
If a Tire Goes Flat	392
Appearance Care	394
Interior Cleaning	394
Fabric/Carpet	395
Leather	395
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces	396
Wood Panels	396
Speaker Covers	396
Care of Safety Belts	396
Weatherstrips	397
Washing Your Vehicle	397
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	397
Finish Care	398
Windshield and Wiper Blades	398
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim	399
Tires	400
Sheet Metal Damage	400
Finish Damage	400
Underbody Maintenance	400
Fiberglass Springs (Composite Springs)	401
Chemical Paint Spotting	401
Vehicle Identification	401
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	401
Service Parts Identification Label	402
Electrical System	402
Add-On Electrical Equipment	402
Windshield Wiper Fuses	403
Power Windows and Other Power Options	403
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	403
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	403
Underhood Fuse Block	407
Capacities and Specifications	410
Maintenance Schedule	413
Maintenance Schedule	414
Introduction	414
Maintenance Requirements	414
Your Vehicle and the Environment	414
Using the Maintenance Schedule	415
Scheduled Maintenance	416
Additional Required Services	418
Maintenance Footnotes	419
Owner Checks and Services	421
At Each Fuel Fill	421
At Least Once a Month	421
At Least Once a Year	422
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	423
Maintenance Replacement Parts	425
Engine Drive Belt Routing	426
Maintenance Record	427
Customer Assistance Information	431
Customer Assistance and Information	432
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	432
Online Owner Center	435
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	436
Customer Assistance Offices	436
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	437
Roadside Service	437
Scheduling Service Appointments	440
Courtesy Transportation	440
Collision Damage Repair	441
Reporting Safety Defects	444
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	444
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	445
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	445
Service Publications Ordering Information	445
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	446
Event Data Recorders	447
OnStar®	448
Navigation System	448
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	448

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