January 2014, Volume 16, No. 1
Contents
2014 Cadillac ELR ............................1
Cold Weather EV Electric Range Tips .............3
Charging the ELR ............................4
Tire Noise Diagnosis ..........................5
Instrument Cluster Not Displaying Data ...........5
Unable to Rotate the Ignition Key ................5
Climate Control and Heated/ Cooled Seat
Operation during a Remote Start ................6
Passenger Air Bag and Safety Belt
Indicator Information ..........................6
EBCM DTC Set in History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Tool Room Organization .......................7
DTC P0300 Setting after Engine Repairs ..........7
2014 Caprice PPV ............................8
Cold Weather Tire Pressure Monitor System Tips ...9
Tailgate Pop Noise ..........................10
Key Off Radio Operation ......................10
EBCM Scan Tool Communication ...............10
Car Issues – Fix It Right the First Time ...........11
Truck Issues – Fix It Right the First Time ..........11
Service Know-How ..........................11
Customer Care and Aftersales
continued on page 2
The 2014
EREV technology provides an EV range of approximately 37 miles (60 km) and a full driving
range of approximately 340 miles (547 km) by combining pure electric driving and a range-
extending 1.4L gas powered generator. Top speed is 106 mph (170 km/h). Uncompromis-
ing performance is delivered with 295 lb-ft of torque (400 Nm), more than the 3.6L V-6 in
the SRX.
MODES OF OPERATION
In the primary electric mode, the ELR is pow-
ered by its high voltage propulsion battery,
until the battery is depleted to a predetermined
level. After that, the ELR uses a range-extend-
ing 1.4L gas powered generator that produces
enough energy to power it for hundreds of miles
on a single tank of gas.
With colder outside temperatures, the energy
needed to warm the vehicle’s cabin and high
voltage propulsion battery can cause the
vehicle’s electric range to decline.
The distance the ELR can be driven in primary electric mode is greatly affected by driv-
ing style. Observing the green Efficiency Gauge in the instrument cluster can minimize
aggressive and inefficient acceleration or deceleration.
Electric range is maximized at 50 mph
(80
km/h)
and below. Higher speeds use more energy and can significantly reduce electric
range. Total vehicle range is based on the available combined electric and extended range.
TIP: The high voltage propulsion battery pack will not be recharged while in extended
range mode. To recharge the battery pack completely, the vehicle must be plugged in.
Regenerative Braking
When the vehicle is coasting or braking, the power inverter module may operate the drive
motor as a generator, exerting a driveline load that helps to slow the vehicle. The electrical
The 2014 Cadillac ELR is a sleek luxury coupe that features the first application of
Extended Range Electric Vehicle (EREV) technology by a full-line luxury automotive brand.
A green efficiency gauge indicates
efficient driving.
Cadillac
ELR
