How does a retractable roof work on a Cadillac XLR?
How does a retractable roof work on a Cadillac XLR?
After 4 minutes, the folding top module will gradually release the hydraulic pressure allowing the top to gradually settle to a resting position. • When using the scan tool, the Rear Compartment Lid is referenced as the Deck Lid.
Are there any problems with the Cadillac XLR folding top?
Again, a Relearn is required. This isn’t meant to be a complete explanation of the Folding Top’s operation, just a quick explanation of the most common problem most owners experience with it. 2004-2005 XLRs appear to be the most trouble-prone, and some changes (with retroactive mods) were made to the sensors in later years.
Do you need Tech 2 for Cadillac XLR?
Unfortunately, you need a certified XLR tech at a dealership to work on it unless you have your own Tech 2 and a set of Service manuals. XLR Folding Top switches are fairly reliable, it’s the potentiometers that determine moving component locations that aren’t.
How long does it take to retract a Cadillac XLR?
• Whenever the open/close control switch is released or the top becomes inoperative in a suspended state, pressure will be maintained in the hydraulic system to avoid drifting and damage of components. After 4 minutes, the folding top module will gradually release the hydraulic pressure allowing the top to gradually settle to a resting position.
Why does my Cadillac XLR roof not go up?
The dealer tells me I’ve got a couple bad switches that are intermittently acting up. The roof goes down ok, but sometimes will not go up. The trunk lid opens and the rear panel behind the seats flips up, but then it stalls and the hydraulics just bogs down.
Again, a Relearn is required. This isn’t meant to be a complete explanation of the Folding Top’s operation, just a quick explanation of the most common problem most owners experience with it. 2004-2005 XLRs appear to be the most trouble-prone, and some changes (with retroactive mods) were made to the sensors in later years.
Unfortunately, you need a certified XLR tech at a dealership to work on it unless you have your own Tech 2 and a set of Service manuals. XLR Folding Top switches are fairly reliable, it’s the potentiometers that determine moving component locations that aren’t.
• Whenever the open/close control switch is released or the top becomes inoperative in a suspended state, pressure will be maintained in the hydraulic system to avoid drifting and damage of components. After 4 minutes, the folding top module will gradually release the hydraulic pressure allowing the top to gradually settle to a resting position.
