2007 Cadillac XLR - Repair Manuals Blog

The 2007 Cadillac XLR, a retractable hardtop convertible, demands the automotive world. The 4.6L Northstar V-8 VVT (variable valve timing) engine and lightweight chassis and structure of the Cadillac XLR, a luxury roadster with performance vehicle heritage, give a stunning mix of sports aptitude and exquisite elegance.

Overview of the Car

The 2007 Cadillac XLR is offered in 3 trim levels:

Base: 4.6L V-8 engine
Passion Red Limited Edition: 18″ chrome aluminum wheels
Platinum Edition: 18″ polished aluminum wheels

Performance and Fuel Economy

The engine, which is a 90-degree DOHC, four-valve-per-cylinder engine with an aluminum block and cylinder heads with a roller finger follower valvetrain configuration with roller finger followers, is found in the Northstar 4.6L V-8 VVT engine used in the 2007 Cadillac XLR. It has a power output of 320 horsepower (239 kW) and torque of 310 lb.-ft. (420 Nm). Continuously variable valve timing (VVT), electronically controlled, hydraulically hydraulic actuators intake and exhaust cam phasers on all four camshafts for additional control, electronic throttle control (ETC), low restriction intake and exhaust manifolds and cylinder head ports, close-coupled catalytic converters mounted directly adjacent to the exhaust manifolds. An air induction system designed for increased capacity and noise attenuation is also included in the package.

Gearbox Location

Another benefit of this Cadillac roadster that is not shared by the competition is the gearbox located at the back of the vehicle. A near 50/50 front-to-rear weight distribution is achieved, resulting in superb balance. Additionally, the footwell area is exceptionally generous, giving passengers plenty of legroom.

Design

The 2007 Cadillac XLR has Keyless Access, making it a genuinely “keyless” vehicle. The driver merely keeps the fob in their pocket or handbag to activate the doors, trunk, and ignition. The fob connects with the computer control system of the XLR through radio antennae hidden under the car’s bodywork. XLR was one of the first automobiles to feature Adaptive Forward Lighting. This technology allows the headlights to modify the illumination pattern in unison with the vehicle’s steering, significantly improving a driver’s nighttime vision.

Adaptive Cruise Control

Adaptive cruise control is available on the XLR. While not a replacement for complete driver attention, this device enhances the use of cruise control. ACC employs a radar sensor located at the vehicle’s front to identify things in its path. The system maintains the selected speed if the lane ahead is clear, much like traditional cruise control. When it detects a car in the same lane as the automobile in front of it, the system then changes speed to maintain the driver-specified following distance.

Technology in Design

The technology measures wheel motion over the road surface using four wheel-to-body displacement sensors and reacts by modifying shock damping at rates nearing one millisecond. The XLR is a modern embodiment of the Cadillac’s history of iconic design and cutting-edge technology. XLR, inspired by the design of stealth fighter aircraft, delivers a stunning presence of contemporary elegance and performance. The XLR’s bold grille, for example, pays homage to Cadillac’s past while freshly expressing itself. The division’s current design concept, on the other hand, is expressed by the vertical headlights.

Frame Designed for Smooth Ride

The XLR has steel hydroformed perimeter frame rails, an enclosed structural ‘tunnel,’ an aluminum cockpit layout, and balsa-cored composite flooring, all patented by GM. This construction, which provides stiffness without mass and great resistance to torsional and bending stresses, is the basis for the XLR’s superb ride and handling qualities.

Specifications

Height: 50.4 in
Length: 177.7 in
Width: 62.2 in
Curb weight: 3647 lbs

Engine type: LH2, 310 @ 4400

Vehicle type: two-seat luxury roadster

Fuel Capacity / Gas Tank Size: 18 gallons

C/D TEST RESULTS:

Zero to 100 mph: 10.9 s
Zero to 60 mph: 5.6 s

2007 Cadillac XLR Factory Service Manual

The 2007 Cadillac XLR repair manuals cover every area of the car. Service manuals are available for all Cadillac models. The Manual Covers:

General Information
Heating
Ventilation
Air Conditioning
Steering
Suspension
Driveline
Axle Shafts
Transfer Case
Brakes
Engine Mechanical & Electrical
Transmission
Transfer Case
Body and Accessories
Engine Immobilizer
Cruise Control
Vehicle Control Systems
Lubrication
Differentials
Index

Cadillac repair manuals are intended for use by technicians and car dealers. These manuals are also used by vehicle owners who want to service their vehicles themselves.

2007 Cadillac XLR— Owner’s Manual

While the Cadillac XLR Service Manual is needed for repair, new vehicle owners receive an owner’s manual that included all the vehicle’s important information. The contents of the owner’s manual included all of the car’s operations, such as:

General Information
Steering
Suspension
Driveline/Axle
Brakes
Engine
Transmission/Transaxle
Body
Restraints
Vehicle Control Systems
Accessories

The 2007 Cadillac XLR Owners Manual includes several additional operating suggestions for the owner’s convenience; these are vital operations.

2007 Cadillac XLR Price

The three trim levels prices:

Base: $78,335
Passion Red Limited Edition: $80,655
Platinum Edition: $84,160