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    Help! Inside door release button mostly doesn't work - exterior button works every time

    Yep, I've tried holding the inside button. The window stays an inch down so long as I hold the button. To me, this sounds like the interior release button is working. Has anyone had any similar issues with the inside button lowering the window and not unlatching the door?
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    Locked out

    You don't need a four digit code... Just go back to the dealership (Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, etc.) and bring proof of ownership of the car. I recommend bringing the Title in your name, but you might be ok with an insurance card...
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    Help! Inside door release button mostly doesn't work - exterior button works every time

    This one has me stumped... My driver door interior latch release button only works 1 out of every 5-10 tries. I don't think it is the button itself, since it will lower the window an inch every time. The outside door latch button works every time (both lowering the window and releasing the...
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    Top Module Plug

    What happened? Do you need the exact one... or something you can use for parts/pieces? I have a red connector that you would need to grind off the alignment tabs that are in a different place than the white one. I can remove the wires and pins, or if you need all of them, I can include more...
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    Rear License Plate Panel - from gray to black

    I didn't do any sanding, and probably should have. I watched some videos of people spraying tail lights, and they didn't do any sanding. I washed with soap and water, then a self-drying alcohol swipe. I should have noticed during this cleaning that there was a spot that had some rubbing /...
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    XLR modules location guide

    You might consider the 20ish bucks for a 3-day subscription to the GM Service Repair Manuals here: Site Maintenance Looks like you need to remove the rear compartment to get to it....
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    Outdoor Car Cover

    I bought an Outdoor Car Cover from Coverland: Cadillac Xlr Car Cover │ 10-Year Warranty │ Custom Fit │ 100% Weatherproof It does the job of keeping the rain and sun off the car, but I'm not very happy with it. Pros: Great UV and Rain protection Venting to let out any trapped moisture Cons...
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    XLR-V to LT4 Drivetrain Swap _ FTC

    I was able to record logs, but I can't figure out how to get them from the "tech 2" to my computer. I can tell you that you will need to figure out how to tell your BCM & Roof Modules two things: 1) Engine Running 2) Trans in Park I'll do a bit more research on these, and try again on getting...
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    XLR-V to LT4 Drivetrain Swap _ FTC

    I've purchased a Tech II, and just need to figure out how to use it. Might be several days, but I've been able to see data from different modules.
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    Restoration of headlights and tailights - how to with pics

    I just thought I'd my pictures and experience. This is my third time to wet sand, polish, and wrap headlights. My first time was easy, the headlights were fairly flat. The high curvature of the XLR lights makes wrapping them with UV protection film very difficult! Sanding and polishing went...
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    Center-mount backup camera

    Yes, I cut the radio bezel to taper down below the radio to the climate controls. I was able to round the metal like it is around the radio. It isn't perfect, so I'm thinking about how to make it better.
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    Center-mount backup camera

    Yes! Putting the navigation screen at the top is like most cars... at least, most cars that I like anyway. I'm curious how you would re-route the vents below the radio? For the trunk open switch, I needed something super low-profile to fit between the gap in the license plate panel and the...
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    Center-mount backup camera

    I'm not finished with the trim panel around the radio. I would have bought the Max Din, but I had an Alpine Z928HD from my old truck. It is an 8" screen with all of the bells and whistles. Since I use an iPod and haven't used a CD in like 20 years... I put a single DIN pocket below the radio...
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    Max Din Display for the XLR

    I've got a 2005 and was also nervous about the old plastic. I've got some pictures and short write-up here: https://www.xlr-net.com/forums/threads/center-mount-backup-camera.13373/
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    Center-mount backup camera

    If anyone is thinking about doing this yourself... You'll need to buy new push pins for the trunk lid fabric and be careful when you remove it. The key fob antenna wires are glued to the fabric... you'll need to unplug them as you take the fabric panel off. Be careful when you remove the...
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