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Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...Coolant ...Coolant Temperature Gage ...Drive Belt Routing ...Engine Compartment Overview ...Exhaust ...Oil ...Oil Life System ...Oil Pressure Gage ...Overheated Protection Operating Mode ...Overheating ...Running While Parked ...Starting ...Enter Destination ...Entry/Exit Lighting ...Event Data Recorders ...Extender, Safety Belt ...Exterior Lamps ...Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ... 6-22 3-54 6-24 3-53 7-14 6-12 2-34 6-16 6-20 3-57 6-29 6-27 2-35 2-24 4-28 3-32 8-18 1-23 3-28 3-32 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...6-22 Finish Damage ...6-87 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...3-6 Flash-to-Pass ...3-9 Flat Tire ...6-78 Floor Mats ...2-52 Fluid ...6-24 Power Steering ...6-35 Windshield Washer ...6-36 Fog Lamp Fog ...3-30 Fog Lamp Light ...3-58 Fuel ...6-5 Additives ...6-6 California Fuel ...6-6 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...6-10 Filling the Tank ...6-7 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...6-7 Gage ...3-59 Gasoline Octane ...6-5 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ...6-5 Fuses Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...6-90 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...6-90 Underhood Fuse Block ...6-94 Windshield Wiper ...6-90 5

Section	Page
2008 Cadillac XLR/XLR-V BookTOC	1
Seats and Restraint Systems	7
Front Seats	8
Power Seats	8
Power Lumbar	8
Heated and Cooled Seats	9
Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel	9
Power Reclining Seatbacks	10
Safety Belts	12
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	12
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	17
Lap-Shoulder Belt	26
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	28
Safety Belt Extender	29
Child Restraints	29
Older Children	29
Infants and Young Children	32
Child Restraint Systems	36
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)	38
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	38
Airbag System	42
Where Are the Airbags?	45
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	47
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	49
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	49
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	50
Passenger Sensing System	51
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	56
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	57
Restraint System Check	58
Checking the Restraint Systems	58
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	59
Features and Controls	61
Keys	63
Keyless Access System	65
Keyless Access System Operation	66
Doors and Locks	70
Door Locks	70
Power Door Locks	72
Automatic Door Lock	72
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock	72
Lockout Protection	72
Trunk	73
Windows	76
Power Windows	77
Sun Visors	79
Theft-Deterrent Systems	79
Theft-Deterrent System	79
Valet Lockout Switch	81
Immobilizer	81
Immobilizer Operation	82
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	83
New Vehicle Break-In	83
Ignition Positions	83
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	84
Starting the Engine	84
Automatic Transmission Operation	86
Parking Brake	90
Shifting Into PARK (P)	92
Shifting Out of PARK (P)	93
Parking Over Things That Burn	94
Engine Exhaust	94
Running the Engine While Parked	95
Mirrors	96
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar®	96
Outside Power Heated Mirrors	96
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror	97
Park Assist Mirror	97
Outside Convex Mirror	98
Object Detection Systems	98
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)	98
OnStar® System	101
Universal Home Remote System	104
Universal Home Remote System	104
Universal Home Remote System Operation (With Three Round LED)	105
Storage Areas	112
Glove Box	112
Cupholder(s)	112
Center Console Storage	112
Floor Mats	112
Rear Storage Area	113
Convenience Net	113
Retractable Hardtop	114
Lowering the Retractable Hardtop	114
Raising the Retractable Hardtop	115
Instrument Panel	123
Instrument Panel Overview	126
Hazard Warning Flashers	128
Other Warning Devices	128
Horn	128
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column	129
Heated Steering Wheel	129
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	130
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	130
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	131
Flash-to-Pass	131
Windshield Wipers	132
Rainsense™ Wipers	133
Windshield Washer	134
Headlamp Washer	134
Cruise Control	134
Adaptive Cruise Control	137
Exterior Lamps	150
Wiper Activated Headlamps	151
Headlamps on Reminder	151
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	151
Adaptive Forward Lighting System	152
Fog Lamps	152
Twilight Sentinel®	153
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver	154
Instrument Panel Brightness	154
Courtesy Lamps	154
Entry/Exit Lighting	154
Reading Lamps	154
Battery Run-Down Protection	155
Head-Up Display (HUD)	155
Accessory Power Outlet(s)	158
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter	159
Climate Controls	160
Dual Climate Control System	160
Outlet Adjustment	164
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	164
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	165
Instrument Panel Cluster	166
Speedometer and Odometer	167
Trip Odometer	167
Tachometer	167
Safety Belt Reminders	168
Airbag Readiness Light	168
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	169
Charging System Light	171
Voltmeter Gage	172
Brake System Warning Light	172
Antilock Brake System Warning Light	173
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light	174
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	175
Tire Pressure Light	175
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	176
Engine Oil Pressure Gage	179
Security Light	180
Fog Lamp Light	180
Lights On Reminder	180
Highbeam On Light	180
Fuel Gage	181
Driver Information Center (DIC)	182
DIC Operation and Displays	182
DIC Warnings and Messages	185
Other Messages	196
DIC Vehicle Personalization	198
Trip Computer	202
Oil Life Indicator	202
Audio System(s)	203
Theft-Deterrent Feature	204
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	204
Radio Reception	206
Care of Your CDs	207
Care of the CD Player	207
Diversity Antenna System	207
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System	207
Navigation System	209
Overview	210
Navigation System Overview	210
Getting Started	212
Features and Controls	219
Using the Navigation System	219
Setup Menu	221
Plan Route	227
Edit Memory Point	228
Edit Waypoint	232
Edit Avoid Point/Area	234
Enter Destination	236
Route Preference	245
Maps	247
Symbols	252
Keyless Access System	258
OnStar® System	258
Global Positioning System (GPS)	258
Vehicle Positioning	259
Problems with Route Guidance	260
If the System Needs Service	260
Ordering Map DVDs	261
Database Coverage Explanations	261
Navigation Audio System	262
Six-Disc CD Changer	275
CD/DVD Player	278
Radio Personalization with Home and Away Feature	283
Voice Recognition	284
Driving Your Vehicle	293
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle	294
Defensive Driving	294
Drunk Driving	294
Control of a Vehicle	295
Braking	296
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	297
Braking in Emergencies	297
Traction Control System (TCS)	298
Magnetic Ride Control	299
Limited-Slip Rear Axle	299
StabiliTrak® System	300
Steering	301
Off-Road Recovery	303
Passing	304
Loss of Control	304
Racing or Other Competitive Driving (XLR-V)	305
Driving at Night	306
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	306
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	307
Highway Hypnosis	308
Hill and Mountain Roads	308
Winter Driving	309
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow	313
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	314
Loading Your Vehicle	314
Towing	319
Towing Your Vehicle	319
Recreational Vehicle Towing	319
Towing a Trailer	319
Service and Appearance Care	321
Service	323
Accessories and Modifications	323
California Proposition 65 Warning	323
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	324
Doing Your Own Service Work	324
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	324
Fuel	325
Gasoline Octane	325
Gasoline Specifications	325
California Fuel	326
Additives	326
Fuels in Foreign Countries	327
Filling the Tank	327
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	330
Checking Things Under the Hood	330
Hood Release	331
Engine Compartment Overview	332
Engine Oil	336
Engine Oil Life System	340
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	342
Automatic Transmission Fluid	344
Engine Coolant	344
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap	347
Engine Overheating	347
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	349
Cooling System	350
Power Steering Fluid	355
Windshield Washer Fluid	356
Brakes	357
Battery	360
Jump Starting	361
Rear Axle	366
Headlamp Aiming	367
Headlamp Vertical Aiming	368
Bulb Replacement	370
Windshield Replacement	370
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	370
Tires	372
Winter Tires (XLR-V)	373
Tire Sidewall Labeling	374
Tire Terminology and Definitions	376
Run-Flat Tires	378
Inflation - Tire Pressure	380
Tire Pressure Monitor System	381
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	383
Tire Inspection and Rotation	385
When It Is Time for New Tires	386
Buying New Tires	387
Different Size Tires and Wheels	388
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	389
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	390
Wheel Replacement	390
Tire Chains	393
Lifting Your Vehicle	394
If a Tire Goes Flat	398
Appearance Care	400
Interior Cleaning	400
Fabric/Carpet	401
Leather	402
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces	402
Wood Panels	402
Speaker Covers	402
Care of Safety Belts	403
Weatherstrips	403
Washing Your Vehicle	403
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	404
Finish Care	404
Windshield and Wiper Blades	405
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim	405
Tires	406
Sheet Metal Damage	406
Finish Damage	407
Underbody Maintenance	407
Fiberglass Springs (Composite Springs)	407
Chemical Paint Spotting	407
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	408
Vehicle Identification	409
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	409
Service Parts Identification Label	409
Electrical System	409
Add-On Electrical Equipment	409
Windshield Wiper Fuses	410
Power Windows and Other Power Options	410
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	410
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	410
Underhood Fuse Block	414
Capacities and Specifications	417
Maintenance Schedule	419
Maintenance Schedule	420
Introduction	420
Maintenance Requirements	420
Your Vehicle and the Environment	420
Using the Maintenance Schedule	420
Scheduled Maintenance	422
Additional Required Services	423
Maintenance Footnotes	424
Owner Checks and Services	426
At Each Fuel Fill	426
At Least Once a Month	426
At Least Once a Year	427
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	429
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	431
Engine Drive Belt Routing	432
Maintenance Record	433
Customer Assistance Information	437
Customer Assistance and Information	438
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	438
Online Owner Center	440
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	441
Customer Assistance Offices	441
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	443
Roadside Service	443
Scheduling Service Appointments	446
Courtesy Transportation	446
Collision Damage Repair	448
Reporting Safety Defects	451
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	451
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	451
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	452
Service Publications Ordering Information	452
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	453
Event Data Recorders	454
OnStar®	455
Navigation System	455
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	455

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