Engine Mechanical:
Engine Assembly, Cylinder Head, Piston, Connecting Rod, Crankshaft, Camshaft, Timing System, Valves, Lubrication System
Engine Control System:
Engine Control Module (ECM), Fuel Injection, Ignition System, Emission Control System, Sensors and Actuators
Transmission:
Automatic Transmission (4-speed 4L65-E variant), Clutch System (for transmission engagement), Torque Converter
Drivetrain:
Driveshaft, Differential, Axles, Wheel Hubs
Suspension:
Front Suspension (Short-long arm), Rear Suspension (Multi-link), Springs, Dampers, Bushings, Alignment
Brakes:
Front Disc Brakes (Performance-oriented), Rear Disc Brakes, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Traction Control System (TCS), Parking Brake
Steering:
Power Steering System, Steering Column, Steering Gear
Climate Control:
Air Conditioning System, Heater, Ventilation
Electrical System:
Battery, Charging System (Alternator), Starting System (Starter), Lighting System, Fuses, Relays, Wiring Harnesses
Safety Systems:
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbags, Seat Belts, Seat Belt Pretensioners
Interior Components:
Instrument Panel, Seats, Door Panels, Trim, Console, Upholstery
Exterior Components:
Body Panels, Doors, Hood, Trunk Lid, Bumpers, Glass, Mirrors, Convertible Top Mechanism
Multiplex Can Communication:
Body Control Module (BCM), Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Vehicle Communication Network (CAN Bus)
Maintenance:
Routine Maintenance, Oil Changes, Filter Replacements, Fluid Checks and Replacements, Inspections
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting Guides, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), System Testing, Component Diagnosis
Repair:
Component Removal and Installation, Overhaul Procedures, Component Replacement, Adjustment Procedures
Wiring Schematics:
Complete Electrical Schematics for all Systems, Component Locations, Connector Views
Depth:
Factory Level Detail, covering everything from basic maintenance to complete component overhaul and advanced diagnostics.
NHTSA Front Crash Test Rating:
Not specifically rated for XLR-V, but platform generally performed well in contemporary GM testing.
Active Safety Systems:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Run-Flat Tires
Passive Safety Features:
Driver and Passenger Frontal Airbags, Side-Impact Airbags, Head Curtain Airbags, Active Head Restraints, Reinforced Passenger Cell
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (using synthetic oil)
Tire Rotation Interval:
Every 7,500 miles
Coolant Flush Interval:
Every 100,000 miles or 5 years (Dex-Cool coolant)
Power Steering Fluid Type:
GM Power Steering Fluid (or equivalent)
Common Complaints:
Convertible top mechanism issues, some electrical gremlins, occasional issues with Magnetic Ride Control sensors.
Brand Legacy:
Cadillac, America's longest-producing automobile brand, historically associated with luxury, prestige, and V8 power.
Xlr Predecessors:
Inspired by the XLR, which itself drew design cues from the classic Eldorado and Allante. XLR-V represents the performance iteration.
Xlr V Introduction:
Introduced for the 2004 model year, with the XLR-V performance variant debuting later.
Manufacturing Location:
Bowling Green, Kentucky, USA
Production Run:
2004-2009 (XLR), 2006-2009 (XLR-V)
