Exterior
Cadillac says stealth fighters inspired the XLR, which serves as "a contemporary expression of Cadillac's heritage of landmark design and advanced technology." Linear lines display hints of the marque's history. The strong grille also suggests the past, but with a modern expression. The XLR's vertical headlights are part of Cadillac's current design philosophy.
The roadster's weight distribution is virtually 50/50, helped by the rear-mounted transmission. Cadillac says the XLR's steel hydroformed frame rails couple with an aluminum cockpit structure and balsa-cored composite flooring to provide "rigidity without bulk." Run-flat tires eliminate the need for a spare tire.
Built on a 105.7-inch wheelbase, the XLR is 177.7 inches long overall. Retracting the hardtop takes less than 30 seconds. Made of aluminum and magnesium, the top structure features composite exterior panels, a heated glass back window and glass rear-quarter windows.
See also:
XLR-V
A performance-packed V edition of the XLR, fitted with a supercharged
4.4-liter V-8 that develops 443 hp at 6,400 rpm and 414 pounds-feet of torque at
3,600 rpm, goes on sale for 2006. A new six-s ...
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
WARNING
A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle.
A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint, resulting
in serious injury or even death in a crash.
To help make ...
License Plate Lamp
To replace one of these bulbs:
1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate for more information.
Passenger Side Shown, Driver Side
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2. Push the left end of the lamp assembly towards the ri ...