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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks from 1990+

Manual Air Conditioning & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> Technical Service Bulletins -> Poor Air Conditioning Performance -- Will Not Blow Cold Enough -> 2003 Sierra & Silverado
Vehicle: 2004 Cadillac XLR 4.6 V8 GAS

2003 Sierra & Silverado

On some of these models equipped with 6.6L diesel engine the air conditioning performance is less than desirable, especially when ambient temperature is more than 90°F.

To correct this condition perform system inspects as follow:

  • Calibrate actuators
  • Inspect lower condenser deflector for proper installation. Deflector should be positioned at lower part of condenser and extend forward into top of front bumper and below two fresh air intake holes.
  • Inspect engine coo...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Except ION & L-Series -> ION -> L-Series -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2007 Cadillac XLR V 4.4 V8 GAS

Master Cylinder

Except ION & L-Series
  • On Vibe models, remove air filer hose clamp and hose from throttle body.
  • On all models, disconnect fluid level sensor retainer and electrical connector.
  • Drain master cylinder reservoir brake fluid into suitable container.
  • Plug hose.
  • Disconnect master cylinder brake pipes. Plug open pipes.
  • Remove mounting nuts and master cylinder.
  • Remove reservoir, as required.
  • Reverse procedure to install. Bleed hydraulic system as outlined in .
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  • Remove underhood electrical center cover.
  • Remove Connector Position Assurance (CPA) connector from brake fluid level...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> Except Aveo, LaCrosse, LeMans (1988-93), Malibu & Malibu Maxx (2004-05), Metro, Nova, Prizm, Spectrum & Storm -> Engine Fuel Pressure Service Port -> Engines Less Fuel Pressure Service Port
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac XLR V 4.4 V8 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strateg...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Rear
Vehicle: 2005 Cadillac XLR 4.6 V8 GAS

Rear

  • Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
  • Remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Insert a drift or punch into brake rotor cooling fins and against brake caliper to prevent wheel hub and bearing from turning. Remove spindle nut retaining rear wheel drive shaft to hub.
  • Remove spindle nut retaining rear wheel drive shaft to hub.
  • Remove drift or punch.
  • Separate outer tie rod end from knuckle and reposition tie rod toward rear of vehicle.
  • Disconnect wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
  • Remove parking brake cable from bracket.
  • Disconnect parking brake cable from parking brake lever and...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Locations
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac XLR V 4.4 V8 GAS

Refer to F...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac XLR V 4.4 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove front tire and wheel assemblies.
  • Loosen, but do not remove, outer tie rod end stud nut from outer tie rod end ball stud.
  • Loosen outer tie rod end stud to steering knuckle connection using suitable tie rod remover.
  • Remove outer tie rod end stud nut and separate tie rod from steering knuckle.
  • Loosen jam nut on inner tie rod assembly, then remove outer tie rod end...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 2004-09 XLR & 2005-09 Corvette
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac XLR V 4.4 V8 GAS

On 2004-07 models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

On 2008-09 XLR models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 25,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

On 2008-09 Corvette models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 15,000 miles or at Maintenance II as indicated on the DIC (Driver Information Center). In dusty a...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Check Gauge Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac XLR V 4.4 V8 GAS

The Check Gauge warning lamp will light to warn the driver to inspect the oil pressure gauge, engine coolant temperature ga...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac XLR V 4.4 V8 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove battery.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater pipe using hose clamp pliers J 38185 or equivalent.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater pipe.
  • Disconnect heater inlet hose from underhood junction box retainer clip.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at water pump using hose clamp pliers J 38185 or equivalent.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove batte...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Cadillac XLR 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Install a 1/2 inch drive breaker bar into belt drive tensioner.
  • Push down on breaker bar to release tension.
  • Remove ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Seat Components Diagram for 2007 Cadillac XLR  4.6 V8 GASSeat Components Diagram for 2007 Cadillac XLR 4.6 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Driver Seat Belt Buckle
  • Driver Seat Belt Switch Connector
  • Seat Components Diagram for 2008 Cadillac XLR V 4.4 V8 GASSeat Components Diagram for 2008 Cadillac XLR V 4.4 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Passenger Climate Control Seat Module
  • Control Module Assembly
  • Passenger Heated/Cooled Seat Blower Motor
  • Passenger Lumbar Pump Assembly
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2005 Cadillac XLR  4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Cadillac XLR 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Body Control Module
  • Auxiliary Power Relay
  • Fuel Door Release Switch
  • Rear Compartment Lid Pull Down Actuator
  • 2008 Cadillac XLR  4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Cadillac XLR 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Cluster
  • Body Control Module
  • Driver Door Module
  • Passenger Door Module
  • Passenger Window Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: BLUETOOTH ISSUES WITH APPLE IPHONE V2.1 - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2009 Cadillac XLR Platinum 4.6 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Aux Equip, Phone, Jacks, Trailer Hitches, Towing
  • Document: ONSTAR CALL CENTER UNABLE TO REPLENISH CUSTOMER'S HANDS-FREE CALLING MINUTES AND OTHER GPS CONCERNS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2004 Cadillac XLR 4.6 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Aux Equip, Phone, Jacks, Trailer Hitches, Towing
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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