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Question posted by Kerribelles on September 10th, 2012

No Fob Detected Message

I have 2008 XLR and keep getting the No FOB detected message and it won't crank. Usually after 2 or 3 attempts, it will crank.  Also, it usually takes a good 5 minutes of trying to unlock the car w/the FOB before it unlocks.  How can I fix this?

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Answer #1: Posted by markpalmer on September 10th, 2012 6:07 AM
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Owner's Manual - Page 1

2008 Cadillac XLR/XLR-V Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Safety Belts ...1-6 Child Restraints ...1-23 Airbag System ...1-36 Restraint System Check ...1-52 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-10 Windows ...2-16 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-19 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-23 Mirrors ...2-36 Object Detection Systems ...2-38 ...
Owner's Manual - Page 68

... recognized and programmed, a beep will sound and the DIC will read WAIT 10 MINUTES and will count down to zero, one minute at a time. 9. The DIC message will display OFF-ACC TO LEARN again. 10. The DIC will read READY FOR FOB #1. button. 11. A beep will sound and the DIC will display READY FOR...
Owner's Manual - Page 69

...will not get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it is probably time to start the vehicle. A weak battery may also cause the DIC to program, take transmitter 1...FOBS LEARNED and will start the vehicle, it is recommended that you try to change the battery. You can be done repeatedly until up to four transmitters have additional transmitters to display NO FOB DETECTED...
Owner's Manual - Page 82

...again. See "NO FOBS DETECTED" under Keyless Access System Operation on , there may be undamaged, try placing the transmitter in the vehicle. 2-22 At this time, you may try another keyless access transmitter...and the security light comes on page 2-6. Up to Your Vehicle" under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 6-90. You do not have a new keyless access transmitter programmed to check the...
Owner's Manual - Page 85

... should not be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing the accelerator pedal all moving parts. 4. See "No Fobs Detected" under Keyless Access System Operation on page 3-63. 2-25 Wait at least 15 seconds between each try , to allow the cranking motor to 15 seconds maximum. See DIC Warnings and Messages on the instrument panel.
Owner's Manual - Page 86

...cranking if the engine is designed to work with your dealer/retailer. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you do not, your vehicle. The DIC displays SHIFT TO PARK. See DIC Warnings and Messages... Engine Move the shift lever to prevent cranking motor damage. The DIC displays NO FOB, OFF OR RUN?, if the keyless access transmitter is not detected inside the vehicle when it is not ...
Owner's Manual - Page 100

... URPA display light may be at least 15 mph (25 km/h), take your vehicle to your dealer/retailer. 2-40 For cleaning instructions, see Washing Your Vehicle on a very large truck. The following describes what will occur when you get closer to a detected object: Description amber light amber/amber lights amber/amber/red lights...
Owner's Manual - Page 140

... may not be visible. Keep your foot off until you want to the desired speed. 4. Take your HUD on position. 3. To set Adaptive Cruise Control, do not want to the on and..., you might immediately apply the brakes if it detects a vehicle ahead that Adaptive Cruise Control is too close or moving slower than your path. Get up Display (HUD) properly adjusted, your settings ...
Owner's Manual - Page 141

... Adaptive Cruise Control can be engaged with the speed selected previously. • Use the accelerator to get to the higher speed. Your vehicle will not reach the set /decrease button on the end of... on the HUD so you know the speed your vehicle will accelerate to if a vehicle is not detected in your set speed in very small amounts, move the Adaptive Cruise Control switch briefly from ...
Owner's Manual - Page 143

...on page 5-2. See Defensive Driving on page 5-2. 3-21 See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-63 for more information. • A malfunction is detected in the system. Be ready to avoid a collision. In some cases, ... limited braking ability to slow your vehicle enough to take action and apply the brakes yourself. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-63 for more information.
Owner's Manual - Page 151

...multifunction lever is in the full bright position. If you leave the garage, it takes about one minute for the automatic headlamp system to change to see the front of your vehicle in... recommended. No other exterior lamps such as usual. When it easier for more information. Once you start your vehicle during the day. This message informs the driver that delay, the instrument ...
Owner's Manual - Page 158

...accessory power outlets. 3-36 The following Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) messages may appear in the HUD: CRUISE SPEED LIMITED: This message indicates that ACC has reduced your vehicle speed due to a ...symbol or vehicle ahead symbol. Your set speed due to operate properly. TIGHT CURVE: This message indicates that your vehicle speed has been reduced below your dealer for the system to ACC ...
Owner's Manual - Page 175

... page 6-52 for the remainder of your tires are significantly underinflated. A message may display on the Driver Information Center (DIC) depending on page 6-27 for more of the... one or more information. 3-53 This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If a problem is detected with the Tire Pressure Monitor System, this light will also come on briefly when the engine...
Owner's Manual - Page 178

...take several days of the Acc. Failure to pass this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of the Acc. button on , but not the ignition. The vehicle would be on the instrument panel and hold the button down . If you from getting... bulb check with the keyless ignition, make sure the transmitter fob is designed to inspect the emission control equipment on -board ...
Owner's Manual - Page 185

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Owner's Manual - Page 190

... airports, automatic toll booths, and some gas stations, have attempted to appear: • Driver-added equipment plugged into the ...message to start the vehicle or a vehicle door has just closed. NO FOB DETECTED This message displays if the vehicle does not detect the presence of these devices are cell phones and cell phone chargers, two-way radios, power inverters, or similar items. Try...
Owner's Manual - Page 191

...FOB, OFF OR RUN? Your vehicle may be inside the vehicle while you are trying...vehicle. A chime sounds when this message is displayed. • The vehicle's battery voltage is restarted, or five minutes has expired. If you turn the... order for the vehicle to start . This message displays when a keyless access transmitter is not detected inside of the vehicle in the glove box ...
Owner's Manual - Page 193

... should see this message is not getting fuel information from the PCM. See Adaptive Forward Lighting System on , it means there may be displayed when the cluster is displayed. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. 3-71 A single chime also sounds when this message, try to reset the system. This message will also be...
Owner's Manual - Page 300

... directional control of the vehicle's brakes. You can take up to drive away (6 mph (10 km/h)), especially during cold weather, the message STABILITRAK WARMING may be displayed. The instrument panel cluster...to 15 minutes. This is normal. This is normal. The WAIT FOR STABILITRAK message may also feel or hear the system working. The system is off until the message, STABILITRAK ...
Owner's Manual - Page 383

... to be viewed by using a tire sealant is detected, the TPMS illuminates the low tire pressure warning light...tire pressure warning light and the DIC warning message appear at each tire and wheel assembly on ... Displays on page 3-60 and DIC Warnings and Messages on in the vehicle. Do not use liquid ...'s TPMS can 6-63 At the same time a message to a receiver located in cool weather when the ...

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