Target Audience:
Premium roadster buyers; owners and technicians servicing the 2007 Cadillac XLR
Market Segment:
Luxury two-seat retractable-hardtop convertible
Platform:
Y-body, shared with Chevrolet Corvette
Body:
Power retractable hardtop convertible
Engine:
4.6L Northstar V8
Advantage:
Luxury trim and roadster refinement on Corvette-derived performance platform
Instrument Panel:
Gauges, warning indicators, Driver Information Center
Audio and Infotainment:
Audio system, navigation and OnStar controls
Climate Controls:
Dual-zone automatic climate control operation
Convertible Top:
Power retractable hardtop operation and precautions
Seats and Restraints:
Power seats, airbags, seat belts, child restraint guidance
Lighting:
Exterior lamps, interior lighting, adaptive forward lighting
Keys and Locks:
Keyless access, remote functions, security systems
Starting and Operating:
Ignition modes, transmission operation, parking procedures
Tires and Wheels:
Tire pressure monitoring, rotation, inspection, spare use
Fluid Checks:
Engine oil, coolant, washer fluid, brake fluid checks
Battery and Electrical:
Battery access, jump starting, fuse locations
Towing and Recovery:
Proper towing procedures
Emergency Procedures:
Flat tire, overheating, warning lamp troubleshooting
Scheduled Maintenance:
Maintenance interval charts and owner checks
Depth Level:
Owner-level operation and basic service guidance
Specifications:
Capacities, tire pressures, bulb sizes, fluid types
Parts Identification:
Fluid and filter specification references for service purchasing
Replacement Parts:
OEM part referencing guidance where applicable
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Primary Engine:
4.6L Northstar 32-valve DOHC V8
Optional Engine:
4.4L supercharged V8 (XLR-V)
Performance:
Approximately 320 hp (4.6L); approximately 443 hp (XLR-V)
Fuel Type:
Premium unleaded gasoline recommended
Fuel Delivery:
Sequential electronic fuel injection
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approximately 17.6 gallons (66 L)
Wheelbase:
Approximately 107.5 in (2,731 mm)
Length:
Approximately 178.7 in (4,539 mm)
Body Style:
2-door retractable hardtop roadster
Curb Weight:
Approximately 3,610 lb (1,638 kg)
Airbags:
Front airbags with passenger sensing system; head curtain airbags
Seat Belts:
Three-point belts with pretensioners
Structure:
Hydroformed perimeter frame, Corvette-derived
Braking:
4-wheel disc brakes with ABS
Stability Control:
StabiliTrak electronic stability control
Traction Control:
All-speed traction control
Tire Monitoring:
Tire pressure monitoring system
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - not specified in this manual
Oil Change:
Per Engine Oil Life Monitor, with maximum interval per schedule
Scheduled Service:
Interval-based maintenance chart in the manual
Tire Rotation:
Regular rotation recommended at service intervals
Engine Oil:
GM-spec synthetic 5W-30 recommended
Coolant:
GM-approved extended-life coolant (Dex-Cool type)
Other Fluids:
Brake fluid, power steering, automatic transmission fluid per specifications
Common Wear Items:
Retractable hardtop mechanisms and seals, suspension bushings, battery
Manufacturer:
Cadillac, luxury division of General Motors
Heritage:
Flagship roadster reviving the classic XLR name
Model Evolution:
Introduced 2004 on the Y-body platform shared with the Chevrolet Corvette; XLR-V performance variant added 2006; produced through 2009
Production Location:
Built in Bowling Green, Kentucky, USA
