Vehicle Overview
Going more than a decade without one, Cadillac added a two-passenger sports car to its lineup for 2004. Named the XLR, the retractable-hardtop coupe gave Cadillac a luxury roadster with a performance-oriented chassis and structure.
An all-new 4.6-liter Northstar V-8 went into the XLR. Cadillac promotes the "harmonious blend of technologies and materials meant to add pleasure, not complexity, to the driving experience." A long list of technical features includes a head-up display, radar-operated adaptive cruise control and General Motors' StabiliTrak electronic stability system.
Adaptive forward lighting, which improves nighttime illumination, is available on 2006 models. Wood treatment on the center console has been revised, and XM Satellite Radio with a hidden antenna is standard.
Magnetic Ride Control provides magnetic-fluid-based real-time damping. Keyless Access with push-button start permits true no-key operation. For safety's sake, the engine will not start unless the remote fob is in the car and the driver is depressing the brake pedal.
Cadillac is launching a high-performance XLR-V for 2006.
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Window Lockout
(Window Lockout): This feature
prevents the rear passenger
windows from operating, except
from the driver position.
Press to activate the rear window
lockout switch. The LED light comes
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Remote Control
To use the remote control, aim it at the transmitter window at the rear of the
RSE overhead console and press the desired button. Direct sunlight or very bright
light could affect the ability of ...
Universal Remote System
This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control
transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security
systems, and home automation devices.
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