Cadillac 2006 XLR - Manual (Page 103)

10. Remove the upright center storage compartment.
Use the wrench to remove the four screws holding
the storage area in place.
11. Reach behind the square hole and push the front
tonneau over-center link up. The front tonneau
should pull up easily. If it does not, push the
over-center link up more.
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