Architecture and suspension
The story starts with the XLR's backbone, upon which the car's dynamic capabilities depend. Based on GM's new performance car architecture, this unique and patented structure comprises steel hydroformed perimeter frame rails, enclosed structural "tunnel," aluminum cockpit structure and balsa-cored composite floors. Providing rigidity without bulk, and with exceptional resistance to torsional and bending forces, this architecture is the basis for the XLR's outstanding ride and handling characteristics.
The suspension system makes the XLR a true luxury roadster with the handling qualities of a performance car. To this end, the design uses double wishbones at each corner, combined with transverse-mounted, composite leaf springs front and rear. The system is designed to maintain firm control over wheel motion, while delivering a composed and compliant ride quality. During normal driving, the chassis exhibits comfortable and confident handling characteristics; when pushed harder, the car remains stable and secure with outstanding road holding. The XLR achieves a maximum lateral G-force of more than 0.9. The XLR runs on Michelin ZP tires with advanced "run flat" technology that eliminates the need for a spare and provides outstanding overall tire performance.
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License Plate Lamp
1. Remove the two screws holding each of the license plate lamps to the molding
that is part of the liftgate.
2. Twist and pull the license plate lamp assembly forward through the molding
openi ...
Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light
There is a driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument panel
cluster.
When the vehicle is started this light flashes and a chime comes on to
remind drivers to fasten their safety belt ...
Remote Left in Vehicle Reminder
This allows the Remote Left In Vehicle reminder feature to be turned on or
off. If on, the horn will chirp if a remote is left in the vehicle.
Press the MENU/SELECT knob when Remote Left In Vehicl ...