2007 Cadillac XLR BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the right door sill plate. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement .
  2. Remove the right lock pillar trim. Refer to Body Lock Pillar Trim Panel Replacement .
    3. Fig 1: View Of I/P Wiring Harness, Antenna Coaxial Cable & Radio Control Coaxial Cable
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  3. Release the I/P wiring harness from the body retaining clips.
  4. Remove the I/P wiring harness push-in retainers from the floor panel support.
  5. Separate the antenna coaxial cable from the radio control coaxial cable and the I/P wiring harness.
  6. Remove the I/P right lower insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side .
  7. Remove the coaxial cable from the insulation tape along the hinge pillar.
  8. Remove the windshield side garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement .
  9. Remove the sunshades. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement .
  10. Remove the windshield upper garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement .
    11. Fig 2: View Of Antenna Assembly & Coaxial Cable
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  11. Disconnect the coaxial cable from the front windshield antenna connector.
  12. Remove the tape retaining the coaxial cable to the windshield frame.
  13. Remove the coaxial cable from the vehicle.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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