Target Audience:
Discerning owners seeking luxurious performance and exhilarating driving; owners and service professionals
Vehicle Character:
Premium luxury roadster blending cutting-edge technology with timeless style
Positioning:
Flagship Cadillac convertible combining advanced engineering with meticulous construction for a refined experience
Usage Profile:
Suited to daily commuting and weekend excursions alike
Instrument Panel:
Explanation of gauges, warning lights, and controls
Seats and Restraints:
Operation and adjustment procedures
Features and Controls:
Detailed explanations of vehicle features, comfort systems, and controls
Climate Controls:
Operation of the heating and air conditioning systems
Audio System:
Operation of the entertainment and audio equipment
Driving Your Vehicle:
Starting, transmission, and driving guidance
Service and Appearance Care:
Fluids, filters, bulbs, and care procedures
Maintenance Schedule:
Critical maintenance and service intervals
Do-It-Yourself Service:
Select do-it-yourself activities for owners
Towing:
Towing considerations and trailer/tow guidance
Customer Assistance:
Support and ownership information
Reporting Safety Defects:
Procedure for reporting safety concerns
Audience:
Owners and service professionals alike
Depth:
Operating, care, and scheduled maintenance information appropriate for proper vehicle care
DIY Level:
Select owner-performed activities covered
Parts Listings:
N/A - owners manual does not include parts catalogs
Fluid Specifications:
Recommended fluids and capacities as specified by Cadillac
Safety Guidelines:
Important safety guidelines and warnings throughout
Restraints:
Airbag and seat belt operation information
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
Engine Type:
4.4L supercharged V8 (XLR-V) or 4.6L Northstar V8
Configuration:
V8, Northstar architecture
Output:
320 hp (4.6L) / 443 hp (4.4L supercharged)
Fuel System:
Sequential electronic fuel injection
Recommended Fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline
Airbags:
Front and side-impact airbags with Passenger Sensing System
Seat Belts:
Three-point belts with pretensioners
Structure:
Retractable hardtop with reinforced body structure
Braking:
ABS, traction control, StabiliTrak stability control
Tire Pressure:
Tire pressure monitoring system
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - refer to NHTSA/IIHS publications for official ratings
Audio System:
Premium Bose audio system with CD player and Radio Data System
Display:
Driver Information Center with trip and vehicle data
Connectivity:
OnStar system with available hands-free calling
Keyless Access:
Keyless access with push-button start
Memory:
Power memory seats and mirrors
Climate:
Automatic dual-zone climate control
Oil Change:
Follow Oil Life Monitor; typically every 7,500 miles or 12 months under normal conditions
Tire Rotation:
Every 7,500 miles
Major Service:
Scheduled inspections per Maintenance Schedule chapter
Engine Oil:
GM-approved synthetic 5W-30 meeting GM4718M (Northstar)
Coolant:
Dex-Cool long-life coolant
Transmission Fluid:
GM-specified automatic transmission fluid per manual
Common Wear Items:
Brakes, tires, and retractable hardtop mechanism are typical inspection items
Manufacturer:
General Motors (Cadillac division)
Heritage:
Cadillac flagship roadster, built on the Y-body platform shared with the Chevrolet Corvette
Introduction:
XLR introduced for the 2004 model year as Cadillac's luxury hardtop convertible
2007 Model:
Offered alongside high-output XLR-V variant introduced in 2006
Production Location:
Bowling Green Assembly Plant, Kentucky, USA
