🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Cadillac Model: ELR Year: 2016 Product Name: 2016 Cadillac ELR Service and Repair Manual Codes Vin Prefix: 1GC Platform: Epsilon II (extended) 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Luxury Extended-Range Electric Vehicle (EREV) / Plug-in Hybrid Positioning: Positioned as a premium, technologically advanced, and stylish electric vehicle with a gasoline range-extender for added convenience. Competitive Analysis Competitors: Tesla Model S, BMW i3, Porsche Panamera Hybrid, Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Key Features Powertrain Concept: Series hybrid where the gasoline engine acts solely as a generator for the electric motors, not directly powering the wheels. Design: Distinctive coupe-like styling, often praised for its aerodynamic design and premium interior materials. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Coverage: All Models & All Repairs A-Z, Vehicle Specific Page Count Estimated Pages: Thousands (typical dealer service manual) Manual Type Type: Service and Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Format: Digital (likely PDF or proprietary format) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: 1.4L Turbocharged Inline-4 (Range Extender), Electric Drive Unit (EDU), Battery Pack, Power Electronics Controller, On-Board Charger Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD), Electric Drive Unit (EDU) operation, Regenerative Braking System Chassis: Suspension (front strut, rear multi-link), Steering (electric power assist), Brakes (front vented discs, rear solid discs, ABS, EBD, Traction Control, StabiliTrak) Electrical: 12V Battery System, High Voltage Battery System, Charging System, Body Control Module (BCM), Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Infotainment System, Lighting (LED), HVAC Control, Power Accessories Body: Exterior Body Panels, Interior Trim, Doors, Hood, Trunk, Glass, Seals, Body Hardware Procedures Included Maintenance: Oil changes, filter replacements, tire rotations, fluid checks and top-offs, battery maintenance (12V), high-voltage system safety protocols Diagnostics: Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), scan tool usage, sensor testing, component testing, troubleshooting flowcharts for all systems Repair: Engine repair, transmission overhaul, electric drive unit service, battery pack diagnostics and replacement procedures, brake system service, suspension component replacement, electrical component repair, body panel repair and replacement Special Procedures: High-voltage system lockout and discharge procedures, battery cooling system service, electric drive unit calibration, charging system diagnostics Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive: from basic scheduled maintenance to complete engine/powertrain teardown and rebuild, including complex electrical and high-voltage system diagnostics and repair. Diagnostic Tools: Specifics on using GM's GDS2 (Global Diagnostic System) software and relevant J2534 pass-thru devices for module programming and software updates. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Format: Digital (typically PDF), often searchable and bookmarked for easy navigation. Print Quality Quality: High-resolution, clear diagrams, schematics, and illustrations. Equivalent to original dealership publications. Binding Type Binding: N/A (for digital format); Original physical manuals were typically bound (spiral or perfect). Paper Type Paper: N/A (for digital format); Original manuals used high-quality, durable paper suitable for shop environments. ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: Inline-4, Turbocharged, Atkinson Cycle Displacement: 1.4 Liters (1398 cc) Engine Code: L83 (range extender engine) Performance Horsepower System Total: 207 hp (155 kW) Torque System Total: 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) Electric Motor Type: Dual Electric Motors (front and rear) with one primary drive motor Fuel System Fuel Type: Unleaded Gasoline (for range extender) Fuel Capacity: 9.3 US gallons (35 Liters) Emission Control: Catalytic Converter, On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II) Battery System Battery Type: Lithium-ion (Li-ion) Battery Capacity: 20.4 kWh (total), 17.1 kWh (usable) 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: Electric Drive Unit (EDU) with single-speed reduction gear Features Drive Modes: Tour, Sport, Hold, Mountain Regenerative Braking: Adjustable regenerative braking modes (e.g., 'Regen on Demand' paddle) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 185.1 inches (4699 mm) Width: 73.7 inches (1872 mm) Height: 55.1 inches (1400 mm) Wheelbase: 106.1 inches (2695 mm) Interior Front Headroom: 37.2 inches (945 mm) Rear Headroom: 34.6 inches (879 mm) Front Legroom: 42.2 inches (1072 mm) Rear Legroom: 32.2 inches (818 mm) Cargo Cargo Volume Rear Seats Up: 8.2 cu ft (232 Liters) Cargo Volume Rear Seats Down: 24.4 cu ft (691 Liters) Weights Curb Weight: 4,157 lbs (1885 kg) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 5,115 lbs (2320 kg) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Overall Rating: 4/5 Stars (Overall) IIHS Top Safety Pick: Not rated as Top Safety Pick for 2016 Active Features Electronic Stability Control: Standard (Cadillac StabiliTrak) Traction Control: Standard Anti Lock Braking System: Standard (ABS) Driver Assistance: Optional: Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Alert, Front Automatic Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Passive Features Airbags: Frontal, Knee, Side-Impact, Curtain (for both rows) Seat Belts: 3-point front and rear seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters Child Seat Anchors: LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) 💡 Technology Features Infotainment System Name: Cadillac CUE (Cadillac User Experience) Features: 8-inch diagonal color touchscreen, voice recognition, Bluetooth connectivity, USB ports, Pandora, Stitcher, SiriusXM Radio. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto not available for 2016 model year. Navigation: Optional built-in navigation system Driver Assistance Advanced Features: Available adaptive cruise control, forward collision alert, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, blind-spot monitoring,...
12V Battery System, High Voltage Battery System, Charging System, Body Control Module (BCM), Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Infotainment System, Lighting (LED), HVAC Control, Power Accessories
Body:
Exterior Body Panels, Interior Trim, Doors, Hood, Trunk, Glass, Seals, Body Hardware
Procedures Included
Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, tire rotations, fluid checks and top-offs, battery maintenance (12V), high-voltage system safety protocols
Diagnostics:
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), scan tool usage, sensor testing, component testing, troubleshooting flowcharts for all systems
Repair:
Engine repair, transmission overhaul, electric drive unit service, battery pack diagnostics and replacement procedures, brake system service, suspension component replacement, electrical component repair, body panel repair and replacement
Special Procedures:
High-voltage system lockout and discharge procedures, battery cooling system service, electric drive unit calibration, charging system diagnostics
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive: from basic scheduled maintenance to complete engine/powertrain teardown and rebuild, including complex electrical and high-voltage system diagnostics and repair.
Diagnostic Tools:
Specifics on using GM's GDS2 (Global Diagnostic System) software and relevant J2534 pass-thru devices for module programming and software updates.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Format:
Digital (typically PDF), often searchable and bookmarked for easy navigation.
Print Quality
Quality:
High-resolution, clear diagrams, schematics, and illustrations. Equivalent to original dealership publications.
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (for digital format); Original physical manuals were typically bound (spiral or perfect).
Paper Type
Paper:
N/A (for digital format); Original manuals used high-quality, durable paper suitable for shop environments.
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Type:
Inline-4, Turbocharged, Atkinson Cycle
Displacement:
1.4 Liters (1398 cc)
Engine Code:
L83 (range extender engine)
Performance
Horsepower System Total:
207 hp (155 kW)
Torque System Total:
295 lb-ft (400 Nm)
Electric Motor Type:
Dual Electric Motors (front and rear) with one primary drive motor
Electric Drive Unit (EDU) with single-speed reduction gear
Features
Drive Modes:
Tour, Sport, Hold, Mountain
Regenerative Braking:
Adjustable regenerative braking modes (e.g., 'Regen on Demand' paddle)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
185.1 inches (4699 mm)
Width:
73.7 inches (1872 mm)
Height:
55.1 inches (1400 mm)
Wheelbase:
106.1 inches (2695 mm)
Interior
Front Headroom:
37.2 inches (945 mm)
Rear Headroom:
34.6 inches (879 mm)
Front Legroom:
42.2 inches (1072 mm)
Rear Legroom:
32.2 inches (818 mm)
Cargo
Cargo Volume Rear Seats Up:
8.2 cu ft (232 Liters)
Cargo Volume Rear Seats Down:
24.4 cu ft (691 Liters)
Weights
Curb Weight:
4,157 lbs (1885 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
5,115 lbs (2320 kg)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Overall Rating:
4/5 Stars (Overall)
IIHS Top Safety Pick:
Not rated as Top Safety Pick for 2016
Active Features
Electronic Stability Control:
Standard (Cadillac StabiliTrak)
Traction Control:
Standard
Anti Lock Braking System:
Standard (ABS)
Driver Assistance:
Optional: Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Alert, Front Automatic Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
Passive Features
Airbags:
Frontal, Knee, Side-Impact, Curtain (for both rows)
Seat Belts:
3-point front and rear seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters
Child Seat Anchors:
LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children)
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
System Name:
Cadillac CUE (Cadillac User Experience)
Features:
8-inch diagonal color touchscreen, voice recognition, Bluetooth connectivity, USB ports, Pandora, Stitcher, SiriusXM Radio. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto not available for 2016 model year.
Navigation:
Optional built-in navigation system
Driver Assistance
Advanced Features:
Available adaptive cruise control, forward collision alert, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert.
Connectivity
Connectivity Features:
OnStar with 4G LTE and Wi-Fi hotspot (subscription-based).
Charging
Charging Levels:
Supports Level 1 (120V AC) and Level 2 (240V AC) charging. DC Fast Charging (Level 3) is not supported.
Charging Time:
Level 2 charging: approximately 3-4 hours from empty to full.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Engine Oil Change:
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first (for range extender).
Engine Air Filter:
Every 45,000 miles (72,000 km)
Cabin Air Filter:
Every 22,500 miles (36,000 km) or 24 months
Tire Rotation:
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
Brake Fluid Flush:
Every 3 years or 45,000 miles (72,000 km)
Coolant Replacement:
Initial fill; check level at each service. Refer to manual for specific high-voltage coolant type and change intervals if applicable.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil:
Dexos1 Gen2 SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil
Engine Oil Capacity:
4.2 US quarts (4.0 Liters)
Coolant:
Dex-Cool® (Orange) Long-Life Coolant - specified for both the engine and the high-voltage battery system. Consult manual for exact mix ratio and type (e.g., GMW16290).
Brake Fluid:
DOT 4 Brake Fluid
Known Issues
Battery Health:
Degradation of the high-voltage battery over time, impacting electric-only range. Software updates can sometimes optimize battery management.
Range Extender Reliability:
Some reports of issues with the small gasoline engine, including oil consumption and potential internal component wear due to infrequent operation.
Charging System:
Occasional issues with charging port connectivity or internal charger component failures.
Suspension Noise:
Some owners report suspension component noise, particularly in the front.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Heritage:
Cadillac, a division of General Motors, is one of America's oldest automotive brands, known for luxury and innovation.
Model Evolution
Elr Introduction:
The Cadillac ELR was introduced for the 2014 model year as a plug-in hybrid coupe.
Elr Platform:
Based on the Chevrolet Volt's platform (Epsilon II extension), but with a distinctive coupe body style and luxury appointments.
Elr Development:
Developed as a halo vehicle to showcase Cadillac's technological capabilities in electrification and design.
Production
Production Years:
2014-2016
Manufacturing Location:
Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Plant, Michigan, USA
Sales Performance:
Relatively low sales volume, contributing to its discontinuation after three model years.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Design Awards:
While not tied to specific major awards for the 2016 model year, the ELR's design was generally praised by automotive journalists for its striking appearance.
Technology Recognition:
Recognized for its advanced hybrid technology and luxury features at the time of its release.
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