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1995 cadillac seville owner`s manual

1. erri ee pan 1 7 SELE CI curo aay bape ese sara 4 44 Safety Defects Reporting See Owner Assistance Safety Warnings and Symbols VIVE ES ACE E DEA eed css Mi SERE PORE A Seo crit SACRE 1 2 Scatback Power Recliner EX DA Ree a Mes 1 2 Luca ur rasa H A E DERE 1 1 Lumbar and Heated Front 1 4 1 5 Reclining Fr nt can wie mitra 1 2 Securing a Child Restraint 1 41 12 Seats and Restraint oon 1 1 Seats and Seat Controls LENE EFE CER C SEEMS PER 1 1 Second 2 Position Automatic Transaxle 2 28 Security System PASS Key 7 18 RETIRE vial ap Naseer Peer Fer E ERE E AUR CR E wa 6 1 AJC System A C Compressor ari 2 93 Air Bag System Message wees 2 94 Engine Soon Light 1 2 rene 2 82 Now Refer to Owners Manual Message 2 93 Parts Identification Label 6 63 Ride Control Message 2 94 Vehicle Soon Message peers 2 94 Work Doing Your Own ees rrr 6 2 Your Air Bag Equipped Cadillac Me 1 28 Service and Appearance Care 6 1 Service and Owner Publications See Owner Assistance Sheet Metal Damage rca scr n 6 59 Shift Lever Console See ey ny Be
2. 4 43 SENE aaa aaa I EE RR EE 4 46 GES TRUE e s eer P XE 4 42 Transaxle Fluid NOISE cer che peace oe ee ee ER HE Ea 6 19 Change Indicator How to Reset o 6 22 Reset Message a a Haake FEAR EROR RS 2 95 Transmitter HomeLink 2 69 Transmitters Matching to Your Vehicle 2 10 THO CACORE o taces ru e dog 2 76 Trip Set Button Driver Information Center 2 89 unk Message ivi reete rhe 2 95 Trunk Release Remote esc 2 13 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 2 41 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever sree al 2 40 Turn Signal On 2 95 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4 46 Twilight Sentinel Sareea iT 2s 2 54 U Underbody Maintenance 6 60 Undernood Lamp iirc rican 2 56 Vehicle Control of LER Ts Weer ree Tre 4 6 Damage Warnings 25 onere Rn resa PIN Dimensions Chart OTB Identification Number eere eese 6 62 Leaving Your sese 24 ae EAR IER VEL ee sa yc sca ature ce are eee o E Poe KR ER Spedg LIRE 22 21d e Eno ack 2 84 gales bags aig bale Rees EFIE EY 6 32 Vision Nighi a DEI chives eu ror ns ka Visor Vanity Mirroms 5 544 466
3. 1 29 Express Down Window 2 38 Extender Safety Belt ssa 1 51 Exterior Lamp Housings Pie Cae 6 34 F Fabre CAPA Toa aE a 6 53 Filling Your Ank so eye eO erbe acerca Filter Air Cleaner Replacement PRGA SU EROR 6 17 Engine mn RIVE TX OEC EROR 6 14 PUR ANE MEME E pale Sida a d ia rece DRAN Finish Dam A ACE cae ERE V EUR AC SCA TREO OCA RR 6 59 First 1 Position Automatic Transaxie a lei ees 2 28 Flash To Pass Feature Kad VERO PRA eae 2 43 Flashers Hazard Warning 5 1 Flat Tire Changing 5 22 E ERES VUE CU EE aia US Tice ee CET 2 66 Fluid Capacities Chart 6 75 Fluid Usage Label 3a xa or da V Ep 6 9 EPUM SCR ACE UTER ER 3 9 LAUS pace prev CER EI AE VER a dea 2 55 Preach Language MANORS occ ncn ve ii Front De Ice 1 aa POTIS EI RETE AE 3 8 EE a E Said E EE IA RC BASE d a ria 6 3 Data FAREI 2 86 ENT HERE erc ccr del Filling Your 6 5 Loca ec re YIPXICUW e oe IE 2 85 E Countries ADETE 5 Level Very Low Message 2 93 System uu eere cr aa dee ee een eae E
4. 2 90 Power Loss 6 23 Replacement Keyless Entry eo 2 10 Volts High Message 0 0 cee cee ere RII 2 90 Volts Low Message soron 2 9 EEE s XU UEe irs 5 4 5 6 BBB Auto Lind eere See Owner Assistance Blizzard If You re Caught in sees esee 4 35 Brake na leg 6 31 Fluid Adding Master Cylinder ETE Y OR TRE FERES coss 29 Pell Tae Gee REND WE TX IT 6 31 System Parts 6 32 System Warning Light 2 79 benda Shift Interlock BTSI uiui rea 2354 WEST oriri ya ae EROR Va eg 6 31 Brakes Anti Lock a a a lul ll laa uas ia 4 8 4 44 SWISS E ee TENET CET RESTE 4 7 Braking In Emergencies 4 11 Break Away Outside Mirror 2 65 Break In New Vehicle 2 19 Bulb Replacement 4 E EA CAE ACA 6 72 Headlamps Id CANO CERT E peared were n BM Tuillamps RE ERR ER E RUE Sor eee 6 38 Capacities and Specifications 6 73 Carbon Monoxide EXE dE 2 36 4 36 4 44 Cassette Tape Player Care e 3 30 Center Conta su eras pe ge rc ki ead 2 14 Center Passenger Position TAG DOLI 1539 Certification Tire Label 4 38 L
5. See Owner Assistance Outlet Rear Seat _ s de oc consent esa cba AAACN in 3 1 Overdrive Position Automatic Transaxle 2 27 Orerheated EDEN rsrsr rene me Kore ree cesta 5 12 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode sia 8 12 P Paint Spotting Chemical EET UTE 6 60 Park P Position Automatic Transaxle E A 2 24 sting Io L1 1 cece rra eens ze 2 30 AIT a 1 CH ESL EO were 2 34 Parking ALNIEM rca ECCE cvs 2 19 es 2 16 On Hills While Towing a Trailer a ke gera da a ERR Over Things That Burn 2 35 Parking BEE aes saa aaa 2 29 PASS Rev IE iuro a EC Ve eee mee 2 18 PUR EPA ERREUR A EUM 4 15 Power Antenna Mast Care VICE EE XA 3 2 EREBE 2 5 Folding 5er ril r4 du rers PEU Hn 2 65 Lumbar Missa CUE REE NEN DOCE aa eee 1 4 Remote Control Mirrors rdg 2 64 10 BRE ear Poo oe aa O ees Og 1 2 Seat Capt ove hc de oy sa ena eee bed Seatback Recliner Mtr He 1 2 Steering cese nenne eene G12 Steering FO ese E Suen Nanay aie 6 26 6 27 Windows wie ae Pregnancy Use of Safety Belts PCIe Rea TUR EIE 1 29 Problems on the Road SEES
6. eR XR ET DOCE SEX 561 Vanity Mirror Illumination D Pale ETE RUNE NE air Te Ga Roi EE 124 6 72 SPECIFICATIONS 4 6 Liter Northstar Engine Displacement 4 6L 279 cu in No of Cylinders 32 valve DOHC 8 90 Degree V SLS Power Acc to SAE J1349 275 bhp 5600 rpm 205 kW 5600 rpm Torque Acc to SAE 1349 300 Ibs ft 4000 rpm 407 N m 4000 rpm STS Power Acc to SAE 11349 300 bhp 6000 rpm 224 kW 6000 rpm Torque Acc to SAE 1349 295 Ibs ft 4400 rpm 400 N m 4400 rpm DO IIIa uere ERE e TER KY TUER FEED 93 mm 3 66 in NITUEG OEE doe RAD ORE UD eO ES NUR 84 mm 3 31 in Compression Ratio ips iis esses eee eek ces cw wx 10 3 Cylinder Block Die Cast Aluminum with Iron Cylinder Liners Cylinder Heads NC OE M ES Cast Aluminum Intake Manifold ERA REDUCE Nylon 66 Thermoplastic Air Induction Tubes Valve System Direct Acting Hydraulic Tappets Intake Valve i eer ERG SRA 33 mm 1 29 in Exhaust ore ene mean E ae dua 29 mm 1 14 in PINE EC xU e S es ater een Cast Aluminum Firing Order ise eee sce er UT T s 1 2 7 3 4 5 6 8 Left Bank uuo lor EX e Ea saree wae 2 4 6 8 Right Bank AACHEN US dL EU e cao ee uerus a p EX
7. CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water GLASS Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner GM Part No 1050427 or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window since they may have to be scraped off later f abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window an electric defogger element may be damaged Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid 6 56 CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF THE WINDSHIELD AND WIPER BLADES If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon Ami Powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Wiper blades should be checked on a regular basis and replaced when worn WEATHERSTRIPS Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or s
8. LHDLPLO LeftLo Beam Headlamp R HDLP LO Right Lo Beam Headlamp LHDLPHI Left Hi Beam Headlamp R HDLP HI Right Hi Beam Headlamp IGN 3 Rear Defogger Relay Electronic Level Control ELC Heated Windshield Heater and A C Programmer Cruise Control Extended Travel Brake Switch Powertrain Control Module PCM Cooling Fan Relays L 2 and 3 Front and Rear Heated Oxygen Sensor TRANS ECS Power Steering Pressure Switch Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR Valve Transaxle Shift Solenoids A amp B Evaporative Emission Control Solenoid Powertrain Control Module PCM Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid TCC Brake Switch Stop BTSI Cruise Switch Sto lamp Switch Capacitor Anti Slip Regulation ASRS Traction Control Hazard Flasher Turn Flasher Relay Turn Flasher Module Daytime Running Lamps Canada COOLING FAN 67 BODY BRAKES SEATS HORN Hvac BLower ELECTRONICS COOLING FANS BODY 2 RADIO x B 3 5 5 5 Tan LH MAXI FUSE BLOCK FUSE CIRCUIT mm 7 USAGE BREAKER C H Retained Accessory Power Radia Wipers Starter Trunk Comp IGN Fuse Fuses B11 and B13 BODY Fuse Engine Comp Road Sensing Suspension Fr Comp Fuses Cl C3 C5 C7 C9 and C11 Trunk Export Rear Fog Lamp Export Left and Right Power Seat Switches Left and Right Lumbar Relays Power
9. eam ma 3 11 1 Axle ANO Cos DUCERE UI M OE 3 71 1 6 74 Emission Control Systems Exhaust Gas Recirculation Controlled Flow Catalytic Converter eases eee Sas he Ceramic Monolith Evaporative Emission Control s Charcoal Canister Crankcase Emission Control eee nnnm PCV Valve Electronic System vous s Open and Closed Loop Exhaust System AMS a na ERREUR TE 8 1538 164 Crossunder Pipe and Y Pipe vu Tu VIUERE QE E ETT Te S Dual Tri Flow Resonator Diraiglit oThrough Bottle Exhsgst PIPE Stainless Steel Intermediate SLAIDIESS Steel TULFIpe Se Oe ee E Aqu aT Ea Ve RE Stainless Steel Electrical System Voltage Bo4 o 4 o OR ROB ROB OR RA BOR 4 o o4 oOs PPR PR eRe OB 8 B csl Sr miserere E REPE dine sea DR ea Sian arene eos Negative mere ented VE EE E ERA LED DE 140 Amp Air Conditioning System Refrigerant R134a 2 0165 91 kg Fluid Capacities Trensaxle ES TRUE 30 pts 14 L Engine Oil with Filter Change UIT EIE TUR ET 7 5 gts 7 2 L Engine Cooling System 12 5 qts 11 8 L io soll a aa a E aa a alta nll atcha wl 20 gals 76 L M OR
10. When the is turned to RUN or START a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts The safetv helt light will also come on and stay on for about 75 seconds If the driver s belt is already buckled neither the chime nor the light will come Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells vou if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air hag sensors and modules the wiring and the diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag in the Index AIR BAG You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to RUN or START Then the light should go out This means the system is ready If the air bag readiness light doesn t come on when you start your vehicle or stays on or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away Battery Charge Light Canadian Only When you turn the key to RUN or START this light will come on briefly to show that your alternator and battery charging systems are working If this light stays on you need service and vou should take your Cadillac to the dealer at once To save vour battery until you get there turn off all accessories Brake System Warning Light Y
11. 2 41 Larger Children Safety Belt 1 48 Leaving Your VEE cere tee ees 2 7 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running sig Unie E Cu 2 33 Level Control Electronie 2 222222 es 2 98 Light Sensor Twilight Sentinel 2 55 Light Warning 2 76 Lights Air Readinest sce eae eee rece 1 24 2 77 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 2 80 4 8 Battery CD ia esas eeu kar e rk 2 78 Brake System 2 79 Engine Oil Warning Dr iu hata ue ELTERN TIS 2 83 Engine Temperature Warning CEU tae peres deg Safety Belt Reminder UEM serbe D E ET Service Engine SOON fists ee eie Erde 2 82 Light amp f eae c EECCEEE COO 2 72 Loading Your Vehicle US UNES E E e pu ST WORT WIS TRAN 4 37 Locks Automatic e n rgo ES Dore PIG cercare ticis e DOR a ATTE S EST RGR bine kw RW E 2 3 Per Dor v cvs ae ee eure ROC Y Y ERES Rear Door Security T ei 2 Torque bana edam a sque kd TOR a CUR E Vaude sra Lockout Anti 22 c o eva xr ones Cs SPENGE 2 7 Loss of Control sa aha aS HORN 4 17 Low Oil Level Message 2292 Lumbar sieges eu copes X e oe ewan 1 4 M Maintenance Normal Replacement _ 6
12. DEFOGGER Vi These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights Mb Lo ncm md ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERAT CH TEMPE Pra T LIBE FUSE AI CONCI TIO G Tink RELEASE vil NOTES viii SECTION 1 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEM Here you ll find information about the seats in your Cadillac and how to use your safety belts properly You can also learn about some things you should do with air bags and safety belts SEATS AND SEAT CONTROLS This section tells you about the power seats how to adjust them and also about reclining front seatbacks lumbar adjustments heated seats and head restraints Power Seat Controls The power seat control switches are located on the outboard side of the front seat cushion The power control switches move the seat forward and backward up and down and adjust the angle of the seat Power Seat e Move the front of the switch in the direction of the arrows to adjust the front portion of the cushion up or down Move the rear of the switch in the direction of the arrows to adjust the rear portion of the cushion up or down Lift up or push down on both outer arrows at the same time to move the entire seat up or down e To move the whole seat forward or backward slide the switch in the direction of the center arrow Reclining Front Seatbacks Mowve the switch in the direction of the a
13. If you re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more take off the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down c CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tips on working around a battery without Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods 6 32 Battery Power Loss If you lose battery power or the battery is disconnected vour car s computer must be programmed It takes just over 20 minutes to do it If you want to do it yourself here s how i dap 2 7 Now your computer is programmed HALOGEN BULBS Apply the parking brake Make sure the front wheels are straight Turn off the Electronic Climate Control Start the engine in PARK P and let it idle for 75 minutes Then Put your foot on the brake pedal shift the transaxle to OVERDRIVE O and let it idle for three minutes or more Do not accelerate the engine Then With the car in THIRD 3 turn the Electronic Climate Control to AUTO and let the engine idle for three minutes or more Turn your engine off 6 33 EXTERIOR LAMP HOUSINGS Your Cadillac s lamp housings are designed with small vents so moisture will be removed when the lights are on or after driving for a short time If an excessive amount of moisture is pres
14. f you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle E LI C JUMP STARTING If your battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Cadillac Please follow the steps below to do it safely Z CAUTION Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty Trying to start your Cadillac by pushing or pulling it won t work and it could damage your vehicle TO JUMP START YOUR CADILLAC Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system NOTICE If the other system isn t a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged t3 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but sure the vehicles aren t touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start your Cadillac and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Turn off all lamps that aren t needed and radios This will a
15. 2 43 Highway Hypnosis Lc cor eda De ga pau a kan 4 28 Hill and Mountain Roads enne 4 29 EROS IRE 2 Oe mit ie SUE m tens Id 4 44 HomeLink Universal Transmitter 2 60 Hong REA solus plebe a ask alee ME EORR N Seo 6 8 PUNE correo texere WX EX 9 4 27c IY A esas ao 2 38 esent e p rera RE aT eis 4 23 I If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 32 Ignition Key Positions 2 20 Illuminated Entry System MAREA EA re nee 2 7 Information Button Driver Information Center 2 88 Instrument Panel Cleaning 5 56 Instrument Panel Cluster Raa EROR 2 74 dila DE iin Mem 2 54 J Tack TIE Ee ROC EX n E TEES 5 23 Jump Start ng Be ene Sat ae CEM ame 5 4 K Keyless Entry System eae t eer 2 8 BEI peace in ara aon ROUGE CROCO TEN ie 2 1 L Lamp Housings Exterior cosas 6 34 Lamp Indicator Por 2 82 Lamp Underhood SOY d Ra Ra reu MA Lamps TUE CRECEN ie Aa ee 2 53 Ma TID OO EE 2 56 Daytime lassa dinis 2 57 Fires 2 55 a a e PUER 2 54 Lane Change Indicator eer
16. 6865 Engine isis eases ko tus 6 23 Heater cece eee ees dace 2 23 6 15 PA 1777 E E pa ee T 2 92 Engine Cooling System Chart eee nnn 6 74 sina ics be Sm ATE ee 2 36 Hot A C Compressor Off Message 2 93 Identification racer Et Lubrication System Chart oo 6 74 RR UP Ed ce a i 5 12 Running It While You re Parked ive imm 2E CRS A Speed a e E 2 84 SDECHCAHODS a e eae 6 73 JUPE Serius cerecrerr err a AER a EG 2 21 Temperature Warning Light iles a eae Ens OM ene eS ee rar AE AAA 6 10 Adding CC TU E e PSI URSI EE Lib SERA 6 11 Additives ias UR ER E RR EU EA RAT Y ECCE ICE 6 14 SURE ian cC p OR Fe 6 11 Life Monitor Display 2 89 Hg us usn EEE DE OG 2 83 What Kind to Use CETT Wa Eae EG 6 12 What to do with Used Oil GG ue Y 6 15 When to Change cers rh rmm 6 14 English Metric Button D ENDE ES RAE 2 75 Ethanol In Fuel xiu pes eran REPE T Ca DE Exhaust EET EET NES 2 36 Exhaust Systems Chart 6 75 Expectant Mothers Use of Safety Belts
17. Release it to play the passage The elapsed time will be displayed to show the reverse progress of the CD FWD Press and hold this forward button to advance rapidly within a track Release it to resume playing Elapsed time will be displayed to show the forward progress of the CD PREV Press this button to go back to the beginning of the track Pressing this button when in the pause period between tracks will take it back to the start of the track preceding the pause NEXT Press this button to advance to the next track ST PL Press this button and the tape or CD will stop without ejecting and the radio will start to play Press it again and the tape or CD will start to play again EJCT Press this button to remove the tape or CD If you have both a CD and a tape in the player then the other playback media will start to play Press it again and the other media will eject COMP Pressing this button makes soft and loud passages more equal in volume For example classical or jazz music has very quiet and very loud passages in the same tune The COMP display will light as long as COMP is on Tips about Your Audio System Be aware that hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes af sound Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to
18. SEVILLE 1995 OWNER S LITERATURE CADILLAC OWWER She PENALTY OF LEADERSHIP N every field of hurnan endeavor he that ix first must perpetually live in the white light of publicity Whether the leadership be vested in a man ar in a manufactured product emulation and envy afmever at work in art in literature in music in industry the reward the pugithment are always the same reward is widespread J nition the punishment fierce denial and detraction When a fer bon a Venda dd it also becomes target f for the shafts of the eriyictes fie mediocre he will be left severdly alone if he achieve a tdtWilletamillion f tongues mac agngirg jealousy does not protrude tongue at the arti fyou write or or play or sing or bu one ive t surpass or j te slander volipumnless your work b WIR of genius TLong long af pnt pad been done those who s are disapped i edes at not be dome 1 1 Spiteful little Tn against our own Whistler as m i in after the big world had acclaimed him its greatest artis Bayh toworship af the musical shrine those whom he gt dethroned and angrily that her waa no musician at 8 TIME lind world e o protest that Fulton could never b strainboat WE the bg to the river banks to see itsteam by leader is led because he is a leader a
19. Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn Use solvent type cleaners in a well ventilated area only If you use them don t saturate the stained area If a ring forms after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Foam Type Cleaner on Fabric Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines Mix Multi Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label Use suds only and apply with clean sponge Don t saturate the material Don t rub it roughly As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds Rinse the section with a clean wet sponge Wipe off what s left with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth e Then dry it immediately with a blow dryer or a heat lamp NOTICE Be careful A blow dryer may scorch the fabric e Wipe with a clean cloth Using Solvent Type Cleaner on Fabric First see if you have to use solvent type cleaner at all Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap f you need to use a solvent e Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean dull knife or scraper Use very little cleaner light pressure and clean cloths preferably cheesecloth Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain feathering
20. WIE Gold Key Courtesy Transportation One of your Cadillac Owner Privileges is Gold Key Courtesy Transportation It s one more example of Cadillac s commitment to provide the services you expect and deserve as a Cadillac owner Gold Key Courtesy Transportation helps you get where you need to be when your Cadillac is in the dealership for warranty service Please ask about the specific Gold Kev Courtesy Transportation benefits affered by vour Cadillac Dealer git t PILAE gut i pari TT LI B 1 iif ATALI Courtesy Vehicle Gold Key Courtesy Transportation provides vou with a Cadillac if your car requires warranty repairs Your dealer will provide you with a courtesy vehicle if one is available Lad Shuttle Service Warranty work can frequently be handled in one day but there is no reason for you to wait around Cadillac helps eliminate inconvenience to you with transportation alternatives Gold Key Courtesy Transportation provides shuttle service for same day warranty work Your Cadillac Dealer can get you where you need to be with minimal interruption of your daily schedule Plan Ahead When Possible Whenever possible schedule an appointment for your vehicle s warranty work Your Cadillac Dealer can then prepare to meet your alternative transportation needs and minimize inconveniences typically associated with warranty repairs Owner Responsibilities There a
21. if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When its Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires 15 to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when vour tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining L La v FNIT os LATI ric i VATAN NSSF e CSSS XN JAT Tm You need a new tire if You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see card or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric 6 46 The tire has a bump bulge or split e The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires vou need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance handling speed rating traction ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle If your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will bc followed a
22. with some airflow to the windshield to prevent fogging under most normal conditions MANUALLY RECIRCULATE INSIDE AIR There may be times when you want less air from the outside To recirculate the air from the inside in the AUTO setting just set the temperature to 60 F 16 C and adjust your fan speed DEFOG Press this button to divide the air between the windshield and the heater ducts This is useful when fog appears on the windshield or side glass due to sudden rain or snowy conditions FAN SPEEDS Press the fan symbol button until AUTO is displayed on the screen At this setting the fan speed is controlled automatically If it is cold outside the blower may not run in the maximum high fan speed right away The system checks the temperature of the coolant to assure it is warm enough to provide heat When the coolant is warm the controller allows the fan to gradually increase to a higher speed This prevents cold air from blowing into the passenger compartment If vou want the blower fan to run only at a fixed high speed press the upper button until you see HI on the display If you want the fan speed to be automatic but you like the fan speed to be higher than the AUTO setting just press the fan symbol button until is shown on the display If you want the blower to run only at a fixed low speed press the lower button until LO is shown on the display If you want the fan speed to run lowe
23. Export Courtesy Lamps Relay C Trunk Comp 2 Micro Relay Center RAP Relay E Trunk Comp PRK LP RPRKLP i Lamps Right Front Park and Turn Lamps Engine Comp Lamp Left Rear Tail Stop Turn Lamps Left Front Park Turn Lamps Front and Rear Left Side Marker Lamps Radio Control Head Headlamp Switch Instrument Panel Cluster Right Tail Stop Turn Lamps Right Front and Rear Side Marker 2 Micro Relay Center Keyless Entry Module Trunk Lamp License Plate Lamps Rear Door Lock Switches Front Door Lock Switches Glove Box Lamp Left and Right Footwell Courtesy Lamps Headlamp Switch Left and Right Front Header Lamp Left and Right Vanity Mirror Garage Door Opener Left and Right Rear Header Lamps RAD BAT Trunk Lid Pull Down Motor Power Antenna Electronic Level Control a PRETO SEAT PesemerHemed amp w LHTDSEAT Headlamps The headlamp wiring has an individual fuse which is powered by a MAXI fuse An electrical overload in the headlamp wiring may cause your headlamps to go aff and remain off You will need to have your Cadillac serviced immediately Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is powered by a MAXI fuse An electrical overload in the motor wiring may cause your wipers to stop working If this happens you will need to have your Cadillac serviced Power Windows and Other Power Options Circ
24. Export Only e Here s how to manually work vour lamp system Pull the switch out to the first stop to turn on your parking and taillamps sidemarker lamps and instrument panel lamps e Pull the switch out all the way to turn on the headlamps You can brighten or dim your instrument cluster by rotating the headlamp switch Press the switch all the way in to turn them off Your Cadillac is also equipped with a feature that will automatically turn your exterior lamps on after about 25 seconds of wiper operation Lamps On Reminder If you open the door while leaving the lamps on except when using twilight sentinel you will hear a warning tone Interior Lamps Turn the headlamp switch past HI to turn on the interior lamps Twilight Sentinel NTERIDR The control is next to the headlamp switch It automatically switches your lamps on and off by sensing how dark it is outside To operate the twilight sentinel leave the lamp switch off and move the control to any position but OFF If you move the control all the way to MAX your lamps will remain on for 180 seconds after vou turn your engine off If you move the control so it is just on the lamps will go off quickly when you turn off your engine You can change this delay time from only a few seconds to 180 seconds Light Sensor O ucts OFF DELAY TWILIGHT SENTINEL INTERIOR The light sensor for the twilight s
25. at fort te equal him is merely added proof of that leadership 1 workman each in hia turn if assailed arid each holds bis laurels through the ages That which s good or great makes known no matter how loud the clamor of denial That which deserves to ive lives APPEARED AN ATUERTHEMENT E THE SATURDAY EYEMPAG FOTT T TAEUAKY IHD IH THE WEAR PRT EA DILLE MOTOR CAR Henry M Leland founder of Cadillac stands beside the 1905 Osceola which was built to evaluate the feasibility of a closed bodied car Few automobiles are fortunate enough to have the rich heritage that is Cadillac The name Cadillac is appropriately that of Antoine de La Mothe Cadillac the French military commander who founded the city of Detroit in 1701 What better name for the oldest automobile manufacturer in Detroit Henry M Leland known as the master of precision initiated his pre cision manufacturing techniques at the founding of Cadillac in 1902 His exacting standards prompted the motto by which Cadillac has been guided Over the years Craftsmanship A Creed Accuracy Law The introduction of the first four cylinder en gine in 1905 led the industry and enabled Cadillacs to travel at speeds up to 50 mph For attention to quality and in novation the Royal Automobile Club of England awarded the pres tigious Dewar Trophy to Cadillac rwice first
26. e Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and Have your vehicle fixed immediately RUNNING YOUR ENGINE WHILE YOU RE PARKED It s hetter nat to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know CAUTION Idling the engine with the air system control off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle see the earlier Caution under Engine Exhaust Also idling in a closed in place can let deadly carbon monoxide CO into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting One place this happen is a garage Exhaust with CO can come in easily NEVER park in a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index N CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake after you move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parking on a hill and if you re pulling a trailer also see Towing a Trailer in
27. wet ice when it s about freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Your traction control system improves your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has a traction control system you ll want to slow down and adjust vour driving to the road conditions See Traction Control System in the Index Your anti lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have the anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index e Allow greater following distance on any slippery road e Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until vou hit a spot that s covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while vou re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You re Caught a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably sta
28. 5 1 Publications Service and Owner REST See Owner Assistance Pull Down Feature Automatic lee nnn 2 12 R Radios cH ERE ea qw Ms a C Ga REC 3 11 3 14 Rain Driving In owes oe oae SS EA LRA 4 21 Reading Lamps ES EE Fa CUR aa a 2 58 Rear Compartment Fuse Block MATERIE EY 6 69 6 70 PROT E bull AE wee alae ke a s aloe WAT 3 6 Door Security Locks ere E T RETO cvv dei D PE 2 56 Ser Oui oss dea sui E t rr REEF 3 7 Seat Outside Position DR NT ENTRATE E RUN 1 30 Seat ea ede serere HER beet UNT 1 30 Storage Armrest KLEVE AIR EA 2 14 Rearview Mirror Automatic inside 2 59 Driver s Outside Auto Dimming 2 64 Electrochromic with Compass 2 61 Heated Outside eddie a d ga d qi 2 54 Reclining Front Seatbacks 1 2 Remote Fuel Door Release 6 6 Remote Trunk Release M RI henna qc nep MUSS 21 2813 Replacement Bulbs 6 72 EERE os een ak r224323 ada a Ea CES E I ns vri edd Wheels 6 49 Replacing Seat and Restraint System Parts After Crash 1 51 Reset Button Driver Information Center 2 88 Restraints ii ies Enns EXC FER E Ka 1 51 Bl c E E E E A ka DW drECa aw a cale 1 5 11 Retained Accessory Powe
29. 6 74 Used Reset Driver Information Center sana 2 89 Fuse Block Engine Compartment 6 65 6 66 Fuse Block Rear Compartment 6 69 6 70 Fuse Panel Maxi Fuse ante Ea 6 68 6 69 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6 64 G Gage Pel 2222 uox casada dea QWs tara 2 85 Gasolines for Cleaner DA GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating 4 38 lass Cleaning a Eu ids dud 6 56 CHOSE IIO I os cack cack 2 15 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 4 38 H Halogen BUBE ae ie RR Race 6 33 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 1 Head Restraints TD ees 1 5 Headlamps eU REM EX Kr EY MS Bulb Replacement a aie ite aw e 6 34 High Low Beam Changer ra 2 43 NSE T 2 46 Wiper Activated lyse ws ae rE 2 42 correr SA RR ri E Eq pa 6 71 Hearing or Speech Impaired See Owner Assistance Heated Front Seat a E ESNA 1 5 Heated Outside Rearview Mirror 2 64 Heated Windshield 3 8 esa Y RIS Wu 3 4 High Beam Lamps How to Change
30. A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are A B and C They represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straight ahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction Temperature A B C The temperature grades are the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation af heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required hy law 6 48 Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure These grades are molded on the sidewalls of passenger car tires While the t
31. BASS The slide control increases or decreases the bass response tone Moving the control to the right increases bass while moving it to the left decreases it TREB The slide control increases or decreases the treble response tone Moving the control to the right increases treble while moving it to the left decreases it Your Cassette Tape Player Your cassette tape player works best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin that they may not work well in this player If you look at the tape or on its label or box it should say whether its bias or equalization is 70 microseconds 70 LL or 120 microseconds 120 LL Chrome and metal tapes are 70 sec and standard iron tapes 120 p sec Your tape player will adjust automatically for either type of cassette tape To Play a Cassette Tape 1 Turn the radio on 2 Insert the cassette through the tape door The TAPE indicator in the display will light If vou hear nothing or hear just a garbled sound the cassette may not be in squarely Press the EJCT button to remove the tape and start over The tape equalization is automatically sensed and set Inserting the cassette also activates DOLBY noise reduction DNR is the Dynamic Noise Reduction It helps remove background hiss noise from the radio is a registered trademark of National Semiconductor Corporation Once the tape is playing use the up
32. HomeLink Transmitter flash rapidly The rapid flashing which could take up to 90 seconds indicates that the HomeLink Transmitter has been programmed Release both buttons once the light starts to flash rapidh If you have trouble programming the HomeLink Transmitter make sure that you have followed the directions exactly as described and that the batteries in the hand held transmitter are not dead If vou still cannot program it rotate your hand held transmitter end over end and try again The HomeLink Transmitter may not work with older garage door openers that do not meet current Federal Consumer Safety Standards If you cannot program the transmitter after repeated attempts consult your Cadillac dealer or call 1 800 355 3515 Be sure to keep your original hand held transmitter in case you need to erase and reprogram the HomeLink transmitter Note to Canadian Owners During programming your hand held transmitte may stop transmitting after one or two seconds I you are programming from one of these transmitters the HomeLink indicator light may prompt you to re activate your hand held transmitter with a series of double blinks After you re activate your hand held transmitter the HomeLink light should flash rapidly If it flashes slowly continue to periodically re activate your hand held transmitter until the light flashes rapidly Operating the Transmitter Press the appropriate button on the HomeLink Universal Tra
33. Index CHECK WASHER FLUID 25 This message will appear for a few seconds indicating that you need washer solvent CHANGE OIL SOON 40 This message will appear when you have used 9057 of the engine oil s expected life based on your driving patterns CHANGE ENGINE OIL 82 This means that the life of your engine oil has expired and it should be changed within 200 miles See Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations in your maintenance schedule booklet After an oil change the Oil Life Index must be reset See Oil Life Indicator in the Index on how to reset it CRUISE ENGAGED 43 This message will appear for a few seconds when you select a speed at which to cruise ENGINE COOLANT HOT 44 This message will appear when your engine coolant temperature is over 248 F 126 C To avoid added strain on a hot engine turn off your Climate Control system Stop and allow your vehicle to idle until it cools down or the message is removed If it does not cool down turn off vour engine and have it serviced before driving it again Severe engine damage can result from an overheated engine See Engine Overheating in the Index ENGINE HOT A C COMPRESSOR OFF 16 This message will appear when the Climate Control is in AUTO or DEFROST and the engine coolant is hotter than the normal operating temperature To avoid added strain on a hot engine the air conditioning compressor is automatically turned off When that happens
34. NO DESCRIPTION ERICH 1981 1882 1993 H 30 8 lt pO m m Four quarterhy mailings containing all Service Bulletins produced by Cadillac Also includes a copy of the Bulletin Index First Second Third and Fourth Quarter packages can be purchased for Cadillac use appropriate Item Model Indicate Quarter in Also includes a copy of the Bulletin Index GM Corporate Bulletin Binder for Product Service Publications Includes a set of Index Tabs NER MOTE Please fill in order form and MAIL TO Cadillac Service Publications Post Office Box 07130 Detroit Michigan 48207 ORDER TC TOLL F FREE 1 800 782 4356 8 00 A M 6 00 ES If further E 1 800 782 4358 Orders cannot be retumed without prior authorization Te stocking fee may mcm PUBLICATION FORM NUMBER TOTAL PRICE TOTAL MATERIAL Miva Purchaser e TOTAL HU Dames mnc lease prov cr company nema persan anemian the shipment sould be set Yor pacheses outside LS A mind abo er anc Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obliga ben Please allow adequate time for postal service CUSTOMER MAME ATTENTION STREET ADDRESS NO FO BOX NUMBERS APT IND CIT ST ATE DAYTIME TELEPHONE NO ARES L Check or MoneyOrder payable to Helm Inc USA funds onl
35. Options de RE 92 6 9 8 0 NS E Ier rip em FER rien rh Cleaning Aluminum Wheels EE CERA Foe Ike lee I PURUS 6 59 iy E IR TRIS ERR UNE ud wae gay are GG ave 6 53 Glass DUC EORR aW cia ek P EXER Vu Fe C a SU BENIN ora ice Sin cerni P pO EC CE E aan EE 6 55 Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades 6 57 Speaker COVBES 5 Special Problems Stains 6 54 6 55 The Inside of Your Cadillac 5 53 The Outside of Your Cadillac 6 57 ADM difymes ie vo FN me P P Y RM De pem e e d e 6 59 Top of the Panel VEU CE I aod Vinyl rs MO ON QN aS Climate Control AFP PPM ira tala ada aa sac E UE E dae 3 2 Clock Setting the SSR PEU LOBO coa eR Teer ESI ea 3 1 Compact Disc Mcr deri pr EE AY 3 20 Compact Spare aac erar n REA 5 31 Compass Electrochromic Rearview Mirror 2 61 Console Center oiseau eva er aA Console Shift cest err RE EE E ERE EROR 2 32 esc E 4 17 Control of a Vehicle Eee tier 4 6 Convenience NET es ss rhe rer 2 67 Convex Outside Mirror ee eee teen thm mn 2 65 Coolant PX Ea ies EE pte E EE E E KA EROR CR RI Heater Engine 2 23 6 15 Surge Tank Su uu badu
36. Press the INFORMATION button to exit from the TIMER function AVG MPH Average Speed Reset Press repeatedly the INFORMATION button to display the AVG MPH then press and hold the RESET button until 0 0 AVG MPH is displayed MPG AVG Average Fuel Economy Reset Press repeatedly the INFORMATION button to display the MPG AVG then press and hold the RESET button until 0 0 AVG MPG is displayed Another method to reset both AVG MPG is to press the AVG button on the Fuel Data Panel until 0 0 AVG MPG is shown in both displays Fuel Used Reset Press repeatedly the INFORMATION button to display the FUEL USED on the Driver Information Center then press and hold the RESET button until FUEL USED 0 0 is displayed Oil Life Left Reset Press repeatedly the INFORMATION button to display the OIL LIFE LEFT then press and hold the RESET button until 0 0 OIL LIFE LEFT is displayed DISPLAY ON OFF Button Pressing this button will turn off the Driver Information Center DIC Electronic Climate Control and Fuel Data Center displays If you have the digital cluster the fuel gage trip odometer and odometer will also turn off While displays are off pressing the INFORMATION button will only turn on the DIC If any other button is pressed or a driving warning message needs to be displayed or fuel level falls below four gallons all the displays will come back on TRIP SET Button Press and hold this button to set the trip odometer back to zero ENG
37. REARFOG FOGLP CNSLFAN CIGAR BODY 2 SESS Set EST ee Raga ee L PAK LP LP RAD ELA ANT TRK PLD EC RHTDBEAT LHTD SEAT Rear Compartment Fuse Block CRANK RAP Iluminated Entry Module Sensing amp Diagnostic Module Transaxle Range Switch NSSS IGN 1 Fuel Lever Sensor Electrochromic Mirror RAP Tlluminated Entry Module Theft Deterrent Module Keyless Entry Module Turn Flasher Relay F Trunk Comp Micro Relay Center Catalytic Converter Alarm Module Export Headlamp Washer Module Export Only ing 5 ion RSS i IPC IGN Instrument Panel Cluster CNSLSW Rear Blower Relay E Console Switch Electronic Brake and Traction Control Module EBTCM Wiper Washer Switch DE RAD IGN Remote Radio Reever RDEFOG Rear Defogger HTD MIRR Left and Right Outside Mirror Defoggers THEFT PASS Key Il Decoder Module Theft Deterrent Relay D Trunk Comp Relay Center Theft Deterrent Module HVAC DABIE Heater and A C Programmer RAP Illuminated Entry Module REAR FOG Rear Fog Lamp Relay A Export 6 70 Rear Compartment Fuse Block Continued FOG LP Fog Lamp Relays A and F CNSLFAN Rear Blower Motor Rear Blower Relay Left and Right Cigarette Lighters Front Cigarette Lighter Chime Module BODY 2 Power Mirror Switch Rai Lock out Inhibit Relay B Trunk Comp 1 Micro Relay Center Panel Lights Inhibit Relay F Trunk BODY READ LP Comp 3 Micro Relay Center
38. Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Programming the Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse safety feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door you are programming Your vehicle s engine should be turned off while programming your transmitter Follaw these steps to program up to three channels 1 If you have previously programmed a HomeLink channel proceed to Step 2 Otherwise hold down the two outside buttons on the HomeLink Transmitter until the red light begins to flash rapidly approximately 20 seconds Then release the buttons This procedure initializes the memory and erases any previous settings for all three channels 2 Hold the end of your hand held transmitter against the bottom surface of the HomeLink Transmitter so that you can still see the red light 2 69 3 Decide which one of the three channels you want to program Using both hands press the hand held transmitter button and the desired button on the HomeLink Transmitter Continue to hold both buttons through Step 4 4 Hold down both buttons until you see the red light on the
39. Stop Engine Low Oil Pressure Message 2 94 Storage Armrest Rear Seat 2 14 Storage Of Your Vehicle aoe cae rm eS 6 32 stick I Yon ATE aaa aa ewe eee eae 2 32 Sunglasses StOTBEB oie esas ee ee e dees XX 2 66 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR ere rien 1 22 Surge Tank Pressure Cap peas dde d 6 26 Suspension Road Sensing 2 96 Symbols Vehicle ee rn nn S ARSOM a ERRORI UE V T Tacho OT 2 84 Taillamps Bulb Replacement cass sss 6 38 Tape Player Care Per due E 3 20 Lure rre he ete sie Hera eS e 3 3 THEE eae ea TEEN EEE TER 2 15 Theft Deterrent Alarm System ena 2 16 Theft System Problem Car May Not Restart Message 2 94 TRERBORRE LS sy oa ec elena late ave ge 6 26 Third 3 Position Automatic Transaxle rar gree 2 27 Tilt Steering Wheel CLE Canone ree Sa cv Time Setting the carota ans ERS Timer Button Driver Information Center 2 88 Fire CREEL es em E e SE E e 6 51 Tire Inspection and Rotation 6 45 Tine eee 4 37 peace 6 43 Alignment and Balance MUERTO USD wees 6 49 BRUSDHE RENE ERE a e AA 6 47 Changing a Flat
40. The fluid level must be to the maximum fill line at the base of the neck as shown When your brake fluid falls to a low level your brake warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light in the Index What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid such as Delco Supreme 11 GM Part No 1052535 Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only and always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap before removing it NOTICE e Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Brake fluid can damage paint so be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index 6 30 Brake Wear Your Cadillac has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly NOTICE Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Brak
41. They are vitally important to a safe trouble free trip Is the tread good enough for long distance driving Arc the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure Heather Forecasts What s the weather outlook along your route Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system e Maps Do you have up to date maps HIGHWAY HYPNOSIS Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips e Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently e If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency HILL AND MOUNTAIN ROADS E oe Driving on steep hills or mountains is different fr
42. Z CAUTION A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn t adequately secured This can cause a collision serious personal injury and vehicle damage The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or steel cables before it is transported Don t use substitutes ropes leather straps canvas webbing etc that can be cut by sharp edges underneath the towed vehicle Always use T hooks inserted in the T hook slots Never use J hooks They will damage drivetrain and suspension components ENGINE OVERHEATING The Driver Information Center will display either ENGINE COOLANT HOT IDLE ENGINE or STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATING In addition you will find the warning light about a hot engine on your instrument panel on Canadian vehicles Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode Should a low coolant condition exist and the message STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATING is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of four cylinders helps prevent engine damage This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to safe place in an emergency you may drive up to 50 miles 80 km Towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided NOTICE After driving in the Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil may be severely degraded Change the oil and reset the oil life indicator See Engi
43. a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps NOTICE After vou ve used the coolant heater be sure to store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the weather the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact your Cadillac dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE Your automatic transaxle may either have a shift lever located on the steering column or on the console between the seats PJIRNO321 There are several different positions for your shift lever PARK P This locks your front wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily Z CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when
44. air conditioned air is not delivered If the coolant temperature returns to normal you must select AUTO DEFOG or DEFROST to return to a normal A C compressor operation FUEL LEVEL VERY LOW 11 This message serves as a warning that the fuel level in your tank is critically low It means you should stop for fuel immediately SERVICE A C SYSTEM A C COMPRESSOR OFF 14 This message appears when the electronic sensors that control the A C and heating system are no longer working Have your Climate Control system serviced if vou notice a drop in heating and A C efficiency STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM REMOVE IGNITION KEY 33 This message will appear when the Personalized Automotive Security System PASS Kevy senses that an improper ignition key is being used to try to start the vehicle Check the ignition key for damage If it 15 damaged it may need to be replaced If vou see no damage clean the pellet contacts with a soft cloth or napkin Remove the ignition key and wait for the Driver Information Center to display WAIT 3 MINUTES The Instrument Panel Cluster will then run a timer and change the messages ta WAIT 2 MINUTES WAIT 1 MINUTE and then START CAR When the START CAR message is displayed trv again to start the engine SERVICE NOW REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL 02 This message appears if vou have a problem with the Powertrain Control Module PCM To correct this problem have your vehicle serviced at vour Cadillac dea
45. belt usage at deployment e Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system Improper service can mean that your air bag system won t work properly See your dealer for service 1 27 1 If you damage the cover for the driver s or the right front passenger s air bag they may not work properly You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s air bag Do not open or break the air bag covers Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Cadillac Air bags affect how your Cadillac should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your Cadillac dealer and the 1995 Seville Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase service manual see Service Publications in the Index The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Varo internode aod the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape or yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag system Be sure hE PERAE SEE a and make sure the SAFETY BELT USE DURING PREGNANCY Safety belts work for everyone including
46. don t have to do anything to your radio because AMAX is automatic AM Stereo e This means the Delco system can receive C QUAM stereo broadcasts Many AM stations around the country use C QUAM to produce stereo though some do not C QUAM is a registered trademark of Motorola Inc If your Delco system can get C QUAM your ST stereo light will come on when you re receiving it Setting the Clock Turn the ignition on and the radio off Then To Set the Hour 1 Press SET and within five seconds 2 Press and hold SEEK When the clock gets to the correct hour release To Set the Minutes 1 Press SET and within five seconds 2 Press and hold SCAN When the clock gets to the correct minute release Your clock is set How to Operate Your Audio System Your Cadillac will have one of the following Delco Radio Systems Please read about the system that pertains to your vehicle 3 10 The Delco Bose Gold Series Music System with Cassette Player This standard music system is the Delco Bose Music System with dual playback The system includes an AM and FM stereo electronically tuned radio receiver with an integral cassette and six Delco custom designed speakers with very specific frequency ranges A digital clock 15 also included The Upper Knob The upper knob does the following e i turns the radio on and off e It controls the volume e It lets you see what station you have Whe
47. dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking t s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts 4 21 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them Z CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally 4 22 Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous 50 much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning doesn t happen often But it can if your tires haven t much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can hap
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49. even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move If they turned the ignition to ON and moved the shift lever out of PARK P that would release the parking brake Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with young children The square key is for the ignition only It has a resistor pellet which is part of the vehicle s PASS Key II system The oval key 15 for the doors and all other lacks When a new Cadillac is delivered the dealer removes the plug from the key The plug has a code on it that tells the dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys However the ignition key does not have a knock out plug The ignition key has a bar code tag attached to it Your dealer or qualified locksmith by reading the bar code tag can then make your key I There are 15 alternative ignition PASS Kev II blanks to help discourage theft Keep the bar code tag and the door key plugs in a safe place If vou lose your keys you will be able to have new ones made easily using the plug or bar code tag NOTICE Your Cadillac has a number of new features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in 5o be sure you have extra keys DOOR LOCKS N CAUTION Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open t
50. fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only 3 4 full when it s very cold This allows for expansion which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint 6 28 BRAKES Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinder is here It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylinder might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear When new linings are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system If it is vou should have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system Z CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system 6 29 To Check Brake Fluid Remove the cap
51. get it out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index SECTION 6 SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE Here you will find information about the care of your Cadillac This section begins with service and fuel information and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels There is also technical information about your vehicle and a part devoted to its appearance care SERVICE Your Cadillac dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it We hope you ll go to your dealer for all your service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people We hope you ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks Delco h Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to get the proper Cadillac Service Manual It tells you much more about how to service vour Cadillac than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications in the Index You
52. if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes To Use Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti lock work for you You may hear the anti lock pump or motor operate and feel the brake pedal pulsate but this is normal 4 10 Traction Control System Your vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning t lose traction When this happens the system works the front brakes and reduces engine power by shutting off fuel injectors to limit wheel spin The TRACTION ACTIVE message will display on the Driver Information Center when the traction control system is limiting wheel spin See Driver Information Center Messages in the Index You may feel the system working or you may notice some noise but this is normal If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may re engage the cruise control See Cruise Control in the Index The TRACTION DISABLED message will display on the Driver Information Center to let you know if there s a problem with your traction control system See Driver Information Center Me
53. information for all chassis and body systems They may be useful for owners who wish to get greater understanding of their vehicle They are also useful for owners with the appropriate skill level or training who wish to perform do it yourself service These are authentic General Motors service manuals meant for professional qualified technicians SERVICE BULLETINS Service bulletins covering various subjects are regularly sent to all General Motors dealerships GM monitors product performance in the field When service methods are found which promote better service on GM vehicles bulletins are created to help the technician perform better service Service bulletins may involve any number of vehicles Some will describe inexpensive service others will describe expensive service Some will advise new or unexpected conditions and others may help avoid future costly repairs Service Bulletins are meant for qualified technicians In some cases they refer to service manuals specialized tools equipment and safety procedures necessary to service the vehicle Since these bulletins are issued throughout the model year and beyond an index is required and published quarterly to help identify specific bulletins Subscriptions are available You can order an index at the toll free numbers listed previously or ask a GM dealer to see an index or individual bulletin OWNER PUBLICATIONS Owner s manuals warranty folders and various owner assistance b
54. into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this Cadillac will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces af new vehicles damaged this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever comes first 6 60 APPEARANCE CARE MATERIALS CHART GM PART NUMBER 1050172 SLZE DESCRIPTION 16 Oz 0 473 L i and Road Oil Remover Chrome Cleaner and Polish 1050174 16 Oz 0 473 L White Sidewall Tire Cleaner 1050214 32 02 0 946 L Vinyl Leather Cleaner 1050427 23 Oz 0 680 L 1050173 l6 Oz 0 473 L Glass Cleaner 1050429 6 Lbs 2 72 Kg Multi Purpose Powdered Lubriplate 1052349 12 Oz 0 354 L 1051398 8 Oz 0 2371 Spot Lifter 32 Oz 0 9461 GM Optikleen 16 Oz 0 473 L Magic Mirror leaner Polish 6 61 USAGE Removes Old Waxes Polishes Tar and Road Oil Removes Rust and Corrosion on Chrome and Stainless Steel Cleans White and Black Tires Spot and Stain Removal on Leather or Vinyl Glass Cleaning and Spot Cleaning on Vinyls Cleans Vinyl and Cloth on Door Trim Seats Carpet Also Tires and Mats Grease for Hood Trunk and Door Hinges and Latches 1052870 16 Oz 0 473 L Wash Wax Conc Spot and Stain Removal Exterior Wash on Cloth and Fabric Windshield Washer Solvent and Anti Freeze Exterior Cleaner and Polish VEHICLE IDENTIFICA
55. it To help avoid hearing loss or damage e Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting e Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can add what vou want If you can it s very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine Delco radio or other systems and even damage them And your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly So before adding sound equipment check with your dealer and be sure to check Federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly each month or after every 50 hours of use If you notice a reduction in sound quality try a known good cassette to see if the tape or the tape player is at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player Cleaning may be done with a scrubbing action non abrasive cl
56. not attach to the bumper Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack s you can turn with your rig And never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes Because you have anti lock brakes don t try to tap into your vehicle s hydraulic brake system If you do both brake systems won t work well or at all Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly 4 44 Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform and attachments salety chains electrical connector lights tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has elec
57. others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood first pull the lever inside the vehicle located at the lower left side of the instrument panel h 8 Then go to the front of the vehicle and lift the secondary hood release to open the hood Fluid Usage Label The fluid usage label is color coded label identifying the various fluids used in your vehicle Colors represented on the label match the lettering or handle color of the fluid vou want to check p GREEN Engine Coolant Power Steering Fluid e YELLOW Engine Oil e RED Transmission Fluid eg WHITE Brake Fluid e BLUE Washer Fluid 6 9 ENGINE OIL A CHECK OIL LEVEL message will appear when the engine oil is approximately a quart low If the message is displayed check the dipstick level and add oil needed Its a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level 6 10 To Check Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level When to Add Oi
58. out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane Remember that your right outside mirror is convex The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two lane roads Reconsider before passing the next vehicle Don t overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly Even though the brake lights are not flashing it may be slowing down or starting to turn If you re being passed make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right 4 16 LOSS OF CONTROL Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trving to steer and constantly seck an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by nat overdriving those conditi
59. the air conditioning compressor cycles when needed to coal the air and it s all automatic In cold weather when the system senses the need for heat the airflow will be directed out the floor ducts As the interior temperature approaches the desired setting the blower speed will decrease and the airflow could be directed through the defroster and floor ducts To maintain interior comfort the airflow may move to the instrument panel air outlets and floor ducts Bi Level On bright sunny days in cold weather the airflow may come out of the outlets Bi Level mode to maintain comfort and prevent stuffiness Electronic Climate Control Features A C PURGE If your vehicle is sitting out on a hot day and you have it set on AUTO the air will first flow out the floor air ducts for a few seconds That is normal This is to expel hot air in the air ducts As the air is cooled the flow will move through the A C outlets If you start your vehicle with the fan setting on HI it will skip the A C Purge COLD WEATHER PURGE On cold days when your system is first turned on in either the AUTO or ECON setting and the fan setting is not on HI a small amount of air will flow through the defroster duct while the system is waiting for the engine coolant to warm up enough to provide heat This prevents your breath from fogging your windshield As the coolant warms up the blower fan speed will gradually increase and air will flow from the heater outlets
60. the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child s ace or neck you might want to place the child in the center seat position the one that has only a lap helt 1 49 Never do this Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap shoulder belt but the shoulder part is behind the child If the child wears the belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash SAFETY BELT EXTENDER If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt CHECKING YOUR RES
61. the key in the ignition whether in the ACCESSORY LOCK or OFF position with the driver s door open you cannot lock your vehicle using the power locks If you close the door you can lock it using the Keyless Entry System It is always recommended that vou remove your ignition key when locking your vehicle The anti lockout feature is disabled when the ignition is on Illuminated Entry System Your illuminated entry system turns on all the courtesy lamps when any door is opened or if you press the Remote Keyless Entry button The courtesy lamps will go out approximately 20 seconds after the last door is closed only if the RKE button is pressed KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM With this feature you can turn on your interior lamps lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from up to 30 feet 9 m using the key chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your Keyless Entry System is intended to be used as a supplementary vehicle entry device It is not intended to replace but rather should be used in conjunction with a door lock key It operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Should interference to this system o
62. the wheel with the flat tire CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under vehicle when it is supported only by a jack 7 Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle high enough off the ground so the tire can be removed amp Remove all of the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 9 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface Z CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off Z CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 5 28 Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the huh Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise Lower the jack com
63. three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66 feet 20 m That could he a lot of distance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road whether it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread and the condition of your brakes Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out mu ch faster if you do a lot of heavy braking If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking That means better braking and longer brake life If your engine ever stops while you re driving brake normally but don t pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push 4 7 Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your Cadillac has an advanced electronic b
64. to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the proper level which is two and a half inches 60 mm below the base of the fill neck Use a flashlight as necessary to see into the tank To Add Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper mix at the coolant surge tank but only when the engine 1s coal ZN CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is tight SURGE TANK PRESSURE CAP NOTICE Your surge tank cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must he tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck If your surge tank pressure cap needs to be replaced an cap is recommended THERMOSTAT Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature im If your thermostat needs to be replaced AC thermostat ts recommended POWER STEERING FLUID 6 26 How to Check Power Steering F
65. toward the center Keep changing to a clean section of the cloth e When clean a stain from fabric immediately dry the area with blow dryer to help prevent a clcaning ring See the previous NOTICE Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or Stains Such as grease oil butter margarine shoe polish coffee with eream chewing gum cosmetic creams vegetable oils wax crayon tar and asphalt Carefully scrape off excess stain e Follow the solvent type instructions described earlier Shoe polish wax crayon tar and asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle seat fabric They should removed as soon as possible Be careful because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to spread h 54 Non Greasy Stains Such as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks wine vomit urine and blood e Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water If a stain remains follow the foam type instructions described earlier If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with water baking soda solution 1 teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml of lukewarm water e If needed clean lightly with salvent type cleaner Combination Stains Such as candy ice cream mayonnaise chili sauce and unknown stains Carefully scrape off excess stain then clean with cool water and allow to dry e Ifa stain remains clean it wit
66. ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions Section 5 Problems on the Road eror nnn 5 1 E This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or engine overheating etc Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells vou how to keep your Cadillac running properly and looking good For more information on Reporting Safety Defects see Owner Assistance Page 4 First Edition THE 1995 SEVILLE TOURING SEDAN STS AND SEVILLE LUXURY SEDAN SLS 3a T uw 5E ine ee rus E rui E Ja 3 Ry as 2 wi ui ELT 2 at dran M n sc c RAD eee RAD 7 Please keep this manual in your Cadillac so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it FOR CANADIAN OWNERS WHO PREFER A FRENCH LANGUAGE MANUAL Aux propri taires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en frangais chez votre concessionaire ou au Marketing Services Ltd 1500 Bonhill Rd Mississauga Ontario LST ICY This manual includes th
67. which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 20 Q What s wrong with this The belt is twisted across the body Z CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM SIR This part explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR or air bag system Your Cadillac has two air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system 7171 N CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have an air bag Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it The air bag is only a supplemental restraint That is it works with safety belts but doesn t replace them Air bags are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashe
68. you drive In an emergency you may be able to use lower octane as low as 87 if heavy knocking does not occur If you re using 91 or higher octane unleaded gas and you still get heavy knocking vour engine needs service What about gasoline with blending materials that contain oxygen oxvgenates such as MTBE or alcohol MTBE 15 methyl tertiary butyl ether Fuel that is no more than 15 MTBE is fine for your vehicle Ethanol is ethyl or grain alcohol Properly blended fuel that is no more than 10 ethanol is fine for your vehicle Methanol is methyl or wood alcohol NOTICE Fuel that is more than 5 methanol is bad for your vehicle Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty And even at 5 or less there must he cosolvents and corrosion preventers in this fuel to help avoid these problems 6 3 Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly It s good for your vehicle and you ll be doing your part for cleaner air Many gasolines are now blended with oxygenates General Motors recommends that you use gasolines with these blending materials such as MTBE and ethanol By doing so you can help clean the air especiall
69. your location on the zone map Note your zone number 2 Hold in the Cal switch bottom of the mirror housing for five seconds until the current zone entry number appears in the display To hold in the Cal switch insert paper clip into the small hole on the bottom of the mirror housing 3 Repeatedly press the Cal switch until the number for the new zone entry is displaved Once the desired zone number is displayed stop pressing the Cal switch and the display will show compass direction within a few seconds 2 63 Power Remote Control Mirrors MIRRORS The control on the driver s door armrest operates both outside rearview mirrors Move the center switch to the left to select the driver side mirror or to the right to select the passenger side mirror Then press the control pad in the direction of the desired mirror movement to adjust each mirror so that vou can just see the side of your vehicle To lock the controls leave the selector switch in the middle position When you operate the rear window defogger it also warms both outside mirrors to help clear them of fog or ice Driver s Outside Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror Option This mirror automatically dims to minimize glare for maximum rear visibility It aperates in conjunction with the inside rearview mirror As glare increases the mirror darkens accordingly When the glare subsides the mirror returns to its clear daytime state CONVEX OUTSIDE MIRROR Your passe
70. 33 To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 1 34 CENTER PASSENGER POSITION When you sit in the center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if vou ever had to 1 36 CHILDREN Everyone in a vehicle needs protection That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in vehicle Smaller Children and Babies Z CAUTION Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in child or infant restraint The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right tvpe and size for your child very young child s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips as it should Instead the belt will likely be over the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force right an the child s abdomen which could cause serious or fatal injuries So
71. 5 22 iniahon en eu nare oes cocer Doro ex pe e RS 5 31 MPOLE TE LRG a cioe ied ke e n 6 48 TURCO 6 48 i doi rivera eee rae e a 6 48 Uniform Quality Grading 6 48 Wer ATION E AOI ORA VOCE OO ert 6 46 Wheel 4 1 6 49 When It s Time for New O46 14 SAP aaa aa aaa aa 1 40 Torque Lock e s viis 2 33 a gee ee eer arm or DICE Con 5 30 OWING JESHOE ce nr 4 40 Towing Your Vehicle 5 10 Traction Active Message vx 2 94 4 11 Traction Control System aaa aan 4 11 Trailer Tongue Weight a rane orem e Trailer BATE M M 4 41 4 44 Driving on Grades Tee eT PCE EE EY 4 4h Driving with a Trailer 4 45 Engine Cooling When MR RATE I 4 48 HIRES a jaca ror rox anormales 4 4 Maintenance ui a VI A 4 4 48 Parking on Hills Va wed exa ad A ER a 4 47 Safety Chains Tee E eee 4 44 Total Weight on Your Vehicle s
72. 77 Underbody Ep UN 6 60 When Trailer Wet tet M ria ea E EDD 4 48 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light 2 82 eoe CEA simmer een ee Yi Y NX 2 66 MaxiFuse Relay Center ax RACE A 6 66 Methanol In Fuel TU CETT EE DI TRO 6 3 BATONS Iiis repaid We aa edo ot eor dd Ead uA 2 50 Automatic Rearview esa ew 2 59 Break Away Outside 268 Comer Guise oils a a a 2 65 Electrochromic Rearview with Compass CARTER Heated Outside Rearview PERI 2 64 Power Folding eese serus 2 64 2 65 T a a a 2 57 Mpg Avg Reset Driver Information Center 2 89 MTER coi hae e UR 6 3 ECC c OR a 2 h7 Neutral ERN Automatic Transaxle aaa eee E New Vehicle Break In irae aaa 2 19 Night VIRION s mnc QO Odometer EE HR Be Eyes C AUR 2 75 CENTRE TEIL cere COD XO oy nace ECHO 2 76 Recovery cece ei eee aaa dide acd 4 14 Oil Engine UC RE EE ORO IV MET CERE gre reete e LEER Life Indicator ssec 2 96 Life Left Reset Driver Information Center 2 89 Oper eere rere rr nme a 2 69 Ordering Service Information
73. 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada and you helieve that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa Ontario K1G 3J2 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at our Consumer Relations Center 1 800 458 8006 or write Cadillac Consumer Relations Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 30009 Van Dyke P O Box 9025 Warren MI 48090 9025 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 SERVICE AND OWNER PUBLICATIONS Service manuals service bulletins owner s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and many past model General Motors vehicles Toll free telephone numbers for ordering information United States 1 800 551 4123 Canada 1 800 668 5539 th SERVICE MANUALS Service manuals contain diagnosis and repair
74. A GASES oisi edis a EE EAR RR AREE 4 44 Ehana DUI coo vate se as cas aie econ win emis ei ee celeste pie ee 6 51 Change Engine Oil Message 2 92 Change Oil Soon Message 292 Change Trans Fluid Message 2 91 Changing a Flat Tire Vat qa US eid QU E 5 22 Check Brake Fluid Message foni 2 9 Check Coolant Level Message PREM WF RR HERE TEE IE ERA 2 9 Check Fuel Gage Message wi 2 91 Check Washer Fluid Message 2 92 Checking Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 19 6 20 Brake Fluid es Gd ENG nd RE 6 30 Enane ab or reor mirror mme 6 25 Engine pee E r RAE RR AER 6 11 Power Steering Niger UON AMAN INN 6 27 Hestraint Systems oa ccs eens cere eee reese 1 51 Things Under the Hood 6 8 Chemical Paint Spotting See reer RE 6 60 Child Restraints ee raa E nx E Cae 1 39 securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 41 Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position 1 43 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position 1 45 PEED once hades FEN ERA 1 40 Where to Put PAQUETE SRI UE IRE erras AM Cipare te Lighters ose ic borea rore rb rl 2 72 Circuit Breaker Power Windows and Other Power
75. A SISSE AFEN ERY 1 3 gts 1 2 L Windshield Washer Reservoir esas 4 2 qts 4 1 L 6 75 Tighten Torque spark Plugs se 19 Nm 11 lbs ft Oil Pan Drain 20 N m 15 Ibs ft Vehicle Dimensions SLS STS Shipping Weight SLS 3892 2 Ibs 1 765 5 kg WHEELBASE o sie Soci piace ce EY i ee X 37478 eR RR 111 in 2 819 mm Length 204 1 in 5 183 mm SES dn 1 384 mm a bes ee ETE EGER TENUERE ETE S 74 2 in 1 884 5 mm Front Track eese m enn EMIL 1 54 mm HEST FER cux ING E A ERE 60 9 in 1 546 mm AIR CONDITIONING REFRIGERANTS Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure ask your Cadillac dealer For additional information see your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet 6 76 NORMAL MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT PARTS Air Cleaner Element VEG ExHO ER FECE EUER AC 1096C 25096932 inicio MT UII ST EET ATE Ud sa ER a 78 72 1981590 Fuel Filter BJement AC Type GF 580 25121468 Engine Oi Fiter costed ha AC Type PF 58 25014377 eer ee tT ot AC Type CV 774C 06487779 Spark Plugs n ees Type 41 900 5614236 Serpent
76. ASHER FLUID will he displayed in the Driver Information Center Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous bad mud splash can block your vision You could hit another vehicle or go off the road Check your washer fluid level often CAUTION In freezing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision NOTICE e When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only 3 4 full when it s very cold This allows for expansion which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Headlamp Washer Export Only If you have this feature you will wash your headlamps while washing your windshield at the same time Just press the PUSH paddle on the multifunction lever 2 46 CRUISE CONTROL With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h When you apply your brakes t
77. ATHER THIS SYMBOL As shown in the chart SAE 10W 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE 5W 30 if it s going to be colder than 60 F 16 C before your next oil change When it s very cold you should use SAE 5W 30 These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 NOTICE Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol Failure to use the proper oil can result in engine damage not covered your warranty 6 13 GM Goodwrench oil in Canada GM Engine Oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your Cadillac dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added When to Change Engine Oil Your Cadillac has an Oil Life Indicator This feature will let vou know when to change your oil and filter usually between 3 000 miles 5 000 km and 7 500 miles 12 500 km since your last oil change Under severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 12 months without an oil change The system won t detect dust in the oil So if vou drive in a dusty arca be sure to change your oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or sooner if the CHANGE OIL SOON light comes on Remember to reset the Oil Life Indicator when the oil has
78. Don t slam your trunk lid down If you slam the trunk lid you can damage the pull down system REMOTE TRUNK RELEASE SS You ll find the TRUNK release button in the elove box Press it to open the trunk Z CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the hody and the trunk lid Make sure all windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting between 65 F 18 C and 85 F 29 C That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle 18 equipped with either the mini console if you have the column shifter or the optional full front console with shift lever The mini console comes with a storage tray a storage compartment for CD s or tapes and a flip up armrest that contains a pop out dual cupholder The full console includes a floor shift lever a storage compartment for CD s or tapes and a flip up armrest that contains a pop out dual cupholder The cupholder can be deployed by pressing on the f
79. Door Locks Keyless Entry Module Horns Fuel Door Release Switch Trunk Release Switch ELECTRONICS Powertrain Control Module PCM Electronic Cli mate Control Fuse RAP Tluminated Entry Module Instrument Panel Cluster PASS Key Hl Decoder Module Theft Deterrent BODY 2 Fuse Left and Right Heated Seats Electronic Level Control ELC Trunk Lid Pull Down Power Antenna Rear Defogger Left und Right Mirror Defoegers us TON 3 Fuse Retained Accessory Power Astroroob Power Winds Engine Comp Fuses DI 33 and 05 Trunk Comp Fuses Al A7 and g Lamps Trunk Fuse SEATS HORN CB hi 68 RH MAXI FUSE BLOCK FUSE CIRCUIT BREAKER iC B USAGE DAB C B Retained Accessory Power RAP Astroroof Power Windows RADIO Fuse Delco Bose Speakers Radio Control COOLING FANS Cooling Fans Fuse HVAC BLOWER HVAC Power Motor A Compressor Fuse ABS BRAKES Brakc Pressure Modulator Valve Fuse EXT LAMPS Fuse Turn Flasher Module Hazard Flasher Stop BTSE Cruise Brake Switch Parking Lamps Daytime Running Lamps Canada Engine Comp Fuses B3 and B5 Trunk Comp Fuses DII and 015 Rear Compartment Fuse Block Pull the cover off to gain access 6 60 CRANK IGN 1 HOLP WASH SUSPENSION IPC GN CNSLSW ABS LEER RDEFOG MIRA THEFT peu BODY 1 HEAD LF
80. Driver Car of the Year Automobile Magazine 1993 Cadillac in stock technical configuration was selected as the pace car for the 76th Indianap olis 500 The demanding pace car performance and handling require ments were met because of such advances as the Northstar system The system includes the 32 valve dual overhead camshaft Northstar 4 6 liter V8 engine 4780 E electroni cally controlled automatic transaxle road sensing suspension speed sen sitive steering antilock brakes and raction control For more than nine decades Cadillac has been a leader in quality and technical innovation New more than ever substance takes shape 1903 Allant pace car DEI Tr pars JMA 3C F l SPE ne 6661 MESERBASERESELI S This Cadillac Manual is divided into major sections Introduction How to Use this Manual nn mh iii m This section tells you how to use your manual and includes safety and vehicle damage warnings and symbols Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems See POP 1 1 i This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly It also explains the SIR system Section 2 Features and Controls M This section explains how to start and operate your Cadillac Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems MI This section tells you how to adjust the
81. ER Tadici Hardened Cast Grey Iron De Tie Single Row Staged Drive 8 mm Roller Chain Miam Bearings 2e eren xA e E ak ar aer RUE 6 73 Engine Lubrication System Ivpe OPINIONS es eek e pees ee eee due seats Stationary Fiter ocius rre XE sa a eee aoe iau Rs Full Flow Engine Cooling System Surge Tank Cap Relief Pressure 15 0 psi 103 kPa Thermostat Starts To Open 192 199 89 93 C WEIT PONI I C Les Quer fuer PEE Centrifugal Serpentine Radiator Core succes cane Aminu Radiator Cooling Fans 2 du Electric Fuel System Induction Type Sequential Port Fuel Injection SPFT System Pressure 23 4 43 5 psi 230 300 kPa IGE Bp sd HE cm S E Er est lend PIET rey eee en ERE EXY Paper Type Element Poel PUD rore ewe cre a yas SF RES wise ce ea Electric In Tank Fuel Required Premium Unleaded 91 Octane or Higher Automatic Transaxle SUS Trade Name asas Hydra Matic 4 80 TG ea 4 Speed Automatic Viscous Converter Clutch STS Irade Name e n Hydra Matic 4T80E TUB eee rro 4 Speed Automatic Torque Converter Clutch Pitti Required ois aaa ue E DEXRON IN Ratio SLS se ks i rain it
82. HROUGH DEEP STANDING NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the fuel injection system operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t vour engine might not perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index WATER NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly LI ENGINE COOLANT HEATER OPTION In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle To use the coolant heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 1 10 volt outlet Z CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shack Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause
83. If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection FINISH DAMAGE Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a mar repair expensc Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials available from vour dealer or other service outlets Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop UNDERBODY MAINTENANCE Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you CHEMICAL PAINT SPOTTING Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched
84. MET English Metric Button Press this button to switch from English miles and Degrees Fahrenheit to metric kilometers and Degrees Celsius 2 89 Driver Information Center Messages These messages will appear if there is a problem sensed in one of your vehicle s systems Vehicles that are first sold in Canada will have a number after each message This number helps to identify the message which is only displayed in English APPLY BRAKE TO SHIFT 46 This message will appear if your vehicle is in PARK P for about 15 seconds and the brake is not pressed in If you do not want this message to appear you can cancel it by holding the OFF and the blue cooler button on the Electronic Climate Control panel for about five seconds Hold the same two buttons again to have this message displayed again A C OVERHEATED A C COMPRESSOR OFF 15 If the refrigerant system ever reaches an over pressure condition this message will appear to tell you that the air conditioning compressor has been turned off Air conditioned air will not be delivered to cool your vehicle If the pressure returns to a normal operating range you must select AUTO DEFOG or DEFROST to start the compressor If this message continues to appear have the system repaired as soon as possible to avoid compressor damage BATTERY NO CHARGE 07 This message will appear if your battery is not being charged Have your electrical system checked by your Cadillac dealership
85. OVERDRIVE e When driving on hilly winding roads When towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears e When going down a steep hill SECOND 2 This position gives you more power You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on NOTICE Don t drive in SECOND 2 for more than five miles 8 km or at speeds over 55 mph 88 km h otherwise you can damage your transaxle Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE or THIRD 3 as much as possible Don t shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going slower than 65 mph 105 km h or you can damage your engine FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in FIRST 1 the transaxle won t shift into FIRST 1 until the vehicle is going slowly enough NOTICE If your front wheels can t rotate don t try to drive This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object You could damage your transaxle Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could cause overheating and damage the transaxle Use your brakes to hold your vehicle in position on a hill a i PARKING BRAKE To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pe
86. S IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE The other label is the Certification label found on the rear edge of the driver s door It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR far your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Don t Carry more than 176 pounds 80 kg in your trunk CAUTION oe any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break or it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to Jose control Also overloading can SC SON NOTICE Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there i5 crash they ll keep going ZX CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in sudden stop or turn or in a crash e Put things in the trunk of your vehicle In a trunk put them as far forward as you can Try to spread the weight evenly Mever stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of
87. SEAT VANITY MIRRORS To use one turn the sunshade down Then lift the cover up to see the mirror The slide switch controls the lamp intensity ASTROROOF EXPRESS OPEN If you have this option the switch is here The astroroof includes an express open feature a sliding glass panel and a sliding sunshade The control switch only warks with the ignition on or in the Retained Accessary Power RAP made To open the glass panel and sunshade press the switch rearward The sunshade can also be opened by hand If you want to stop the roof in a partially opened position press the switch in either direction Press the switch again to open it fully Press and hold the switch forward to close the glass panel The sunshade can only be closed by hand To vent press the switch forward when the glass panel is closed Open the sunshade by hand To close the vent press the switch rearward 68 HomeLink Universal Option This transmitter allows vou to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand held transmitters It will operate garage doors and gates or with the accessory package other devices controlled by radio frequency such as home office lighting systems and security systems The transmitter will learn and transmit the frequencies of most current transmitters and is powered by your vehicle s battery and charging system This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
88. TION NUMBER VIN TILL D IG66KY529X SUBDO 1 G6 KY 5 29 T 5 U 8 O 1 m Es m mun Een NATION OF TT L PRODUCTION ORIGIN SEQUENCE NUMBER USA ASSEMBLY PLANT MANUFACTURER id HAMTRAMCK MIGH GENERAL MOTORS MODEL TEAR 1655 5 CARLINE SERIES CHECK DIGIT KS T ENGINE CODE WIN BODY CODE EDDY TYPE Y 4 270 HPI 5 SEDAN 4 DOOR B 4B LITER 295 HP RESTRAINT SYSTEM gd ACTIVE DUAANCIALS BELTS WITH DRIVER ANG PASSENGERS INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM This 15 the legal identifier for your Cadillac It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of tithe and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts 6 62 SERVICE PARTS IDENTIFICATION LABEL You ll find this label on the spare tire cover It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is e your VIN e the model designation e paint information and a list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle ADD ON ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT NOTICE Don
89. TRAINT SYSTEMS Now and then make sure all your belts buckles latch plates retractors anchorages and reminder systems are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged restraint system parts If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away REPLACING SEAT AND RESTRAINT SYSTEM PARTS AFTER A CRASH If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new belts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of the collision NOTES 1 52 SECTION 2 FEATURES AND CONTROLS Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Cadillac and information on starting shifting and braking Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem KEYS CAUTION Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or
90. This lock gives you five different positions Before you put the key in your ignition will be in the LOCK position This position locks your ignition steering wheel and transaxle Its a theft deterrent feature The other positions let vou perform these functions ACCESSORY This position lets vou use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off To get into ACCESSORY push in the key and turn it toward vou Your steering wheel will remain locked just as it was before you inserted the key LOCK Before you put the key in your ignition will be in the LOCK position This is the only position in which you can remove the key This position locks your ignition steering wheel and transmission It s a theft deterrent feature OFF This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel It doesn t lock the steering wheel like LOCK Use OFF if you must have your car in motion while the engine is off for example if your car is being pushed RUN This is the position for driving START This starts vour engine NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t turn it be sure it is all the way in If it is then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard But turn the key only with your hand Using tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then vour vehicle needs service STARTING YOUR ENGINE Move your shi
91. UTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing NOTICE Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than 35 mph 55 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator all the way down The transaxle will shift down to the next gear and have more power NOTICE If vour vehicle seems to start up rather slowly or if it doesn t seem to shift gears as you accelerate something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor If vou drive very far that way your vehicle can be damaged 5o if this happens have your vehicle serviced right away Until then you can use SECOND 2 when you are driving less than 35 mph 55 km h and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE for higher speeds THIRD 3 This position limits upshifting and will not allow you to shift into AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE 0 Here are examples for using THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC
92. You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense 1 10 ARE QUESTIONS MANY PEOPLE ASK ABOUT SAFETY BELTS AND THE ANSWERS Q Won t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I m wearing a safety belt You could be whether you re wearing a safety belt or not But you can unbuckle a safety belt even if you re upside down And your chance of heing conscious during and after an accident so you unbuckle and get out is much greater if vou are belted Why don t they just put in air bags so people won t have to wear safety belts Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in more of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions If lm a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts You may be an excellent driver but if you re in an accident even one that isn t your fault you and your passengers can be hurt Being a good driver doesn t protect you from things beyond your control such as bad drivers Most accidents occur within 25
93. a dusty area you should change your oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or three months whichever comes first unless the display says to change it even sooner than that It doesn t check how much oil you have so you ll still have to check for that To see how see Engine Oil in the Index When You ve Changed the Oil When new oil is put in you ll need to reset your system To do this display the OIL LIFE INDEX by pressing the INFORMATION button Then press and hold the RESET buttons until the display shows 100 OIL LIFE LEFT 2 97 Electronic Level Control The level control system automatically adjusts the rear trim height in response to changes in vehicle loading The system consists of an air compressor assembly air dryer exhaust solenoid compressor relay height sensor air adjustable shocks and air tubing The height sensing function is performed by the Road Sensing Suspension RSS rear position sensors Rear trim height information is input from the rear position sensors to the RSS control module which controls compressor and exhaust solenoid operation If the system has a slight leak the air compressor will run frequently for few seconds each time For a larger air leak the air compressor may stay on for up to seven minutes You should see your dealer for service but you can keep driving your Cadillac 1 9 SECTION 3 COMFORT CONTROLS AND AUDIO SYSTEMS In this section you ll find out how to operate th
94. a n EE ER 5 17 Cooling System 4 22 crack n Lr exu iau f CCN LAE 2 56 Cruise Contiol oo esses ruere kee WI EU DEDE 2 47 Erasing Speed Memory 2 52 nie sa ENCES CIEN 2 52 Passing Another Vehicle While E 2 51 To Increase Speed To Reduce Speed Tr 2 5 To Resume a Set Speed 2 50 Bo ery Se ees ee eee 2 48 Traction Control Activated eens 2 47 UWw on HIBS 1 2 eaa CR eats as 4 5 Cruise Engaged Message HUE EC n 452 92 Cupholderg a oie a ci alee ale eens a EE wala d 2 14 Customer Assistance Information see Owner Assistance D Damage Finish ELIT se ne REIR CECI PEU I SIUE 6 59 Damage Sheet Metal eee tre eee 6 59 Daytime Running Lamps r CE CERES TARTS Diao RC S dd 2 57 De Ies Front sr rn DUE ENTE iR MER us 3 8 LIEU ETE T rr ECL Rie a Oe a Noe aE 5 4 Defects Reporting See Owner Assistance Defensive ERR ees eas ence bg eos owing DO ACA ga 4 2 EDO es rhea 3 5 DGIGRRET neci ee key ve db uua UN RAN 3 6 Delco Bose Gold Series Music System 3 11 3 14 Display On Off Button Driver Informa
95. aching lights It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misatmed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching lights Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes he examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it 4 20 DRIVING IN THE RAIN Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet road you can t stop accelerate or turn as well because your tire to road traction isn t as good as on dry roads And if your tires don t have much tread left you ll get even less traction It s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on
96. alization is automatically sensed and set Inserting the cassette also activates DOLBY noise reduction DNR is the Dynamic Noise Reduction It helps remove background hiss noise from the radio DNR is a registered trademark of National Semiconductor Corporation 3 Once the tape is playing use the upper and lower knobs to adjust the volume and balance just as vou do for the radio Press the upper knob to change tape direction The arrow in the display shows which direction the tape is being played FWD Press this button to go forward rapidly to another part of the tape The radio will play during fast forward To stop the tape press the same button and the tape will start to play REV Press this button to reverse the tape To stop the tape press the same button lightly or any of the other buttons The radio will play during this reverse function PREV Press this button to go back to the beginning of the last selection If the player has played less than 10 seconds into the current selection pressing the PREV button will cause the player to find the beginning of the previous selection and resume play from that point If the player is more than 10 seconds into the current selection pressing the PREV button will cause the player to find the beginning af the current selection and resume play from that point If PREV is pressed while the first selection on the tape is being played the player will return to the beginning of that si
97. and Lane Change Indicator Headlamp High Low Beam Flash Io Pass Feature Headlamp Washers Export Only Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward for right and two downward for left positions These Bai LI positions allow you to CRUISE signal a turn or a lane 0N RA PEE Change Io signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when vou release it If for some reason your turn signal is left on the Driver Information Center will display TURN SIGNAL ON after driving about a mile to remind you to turn it off you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows don t flash but just stay on a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the green arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check the fuse see Fuses in the Index and for burned out bulbs Wiper Activated Headlamps This feature activates the headlamps and parking lamps after
98. and airflow adjustments to maintain your comfort Rear Seat Air Outlet Move the FAN switch to adjust the blower speed from LO to HI Move the VENT lever to direct airflow from either the upper or floor outlets L Heated Windshield Option Front De Ice Here s how to use your heated windshield in cold weather to remove ice or frost quickly If any snow is piled up on the windshield brush it away Start your Cadillac and leave it in PARK P 3 Press the DE ICE switch A light will come on to tell vou it UY is working DE ICE 4 Try not to use other Lo electrical equipment while the system is working gt ay The system will go off after a four minute heating cycle If vou shift out of PARK P the system will only cycle for two minutes If you want it to cycle again press the switch It will go on for two minute cycles after that If it has cleared your windshield before the cycle is over vou can turn it off by just pressing the switch again Lise the defroster or defog features of the Electronic Climate Control to clear fog from the windshield as previously described In warm weather the heated windshield system helps keep the vehicle s interior cool by blocking much of the sun s heat producing radiation The system s solar control properties also help reduce interior fading There is a metal film in the windshield which will block out some radio ar microwave signals Therefore t
99. ans you don t have to do anything different to arm or disarm the system It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition PASS Key II uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle When the 5 1I system senses that someone is using the wrong key it shuts down the vehicle s starter and fuel systems For about three minutes the starter won t work and fuel won t go to the engine If someone tries to start vour vehicle again or uses another key during this time the vehicle will not start This discourages someone from randomly trying different keys with different resistor pellets in an attempt to make a match The ignition key must be clean and dry before it s inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start If the engine does not start and the SECURITY light comes on the key may be dirty or wet Turn the ignition off Clean and dry the key Wait about three minutes and try again The security light may remain on during this time If the starter still won t work and the key appears to be clean and dry wait about three minutes and try another ignition key At this time you may also want to check the fuses see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If the starter won t work with the other key your vehicle needs service If your vehicle does start the first ignition key may faulty See your Cadillac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS Key II If you acci
100. ario LIH 8 7 6 4 FILLING YOUR TANK The cap is behind a fees hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle ZA CAUTION Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline ff The release button is in the glove box Or you can use the manual door release override on the lett side of the trunk While refueling hang the cap inside the fuel door Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Cadillac in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right until you hear at least three clicks NOTICE If vou need a new cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may not fit or have proper venting and your fuel tank and emissions svstem might be damaged CHECKING THINGS UNDER THE Z CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan N CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or
101. at the vehicle is suddenly stopping as a result of a crash The sensing system triggers chemical reaction of the sodium azide sealed in the inflator The reaction produces nitrogen gas which inflates the air bag The inflator air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules packed inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger How does an air bag restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers and rear and side impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward the air bag Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions 1 26 What will you see after an air bag inflates After the air bag inflates it quickly deflates This occurs so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated some components of the air bag module in the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel for the right front passenger s bag will be hot for a short time but the part of t
102. at your earliest convenience BATTERY VOLTS HIGH 8 This message shows that the electrical charging system is overcharging more than 16 volts To avoid being stranded have the electrical system checked by vour Cadillac dealership You can reduce the charging overload by using the accessories Turn on the lamps and radio set the climate control on AUTO and the fan speed on HI and turn the rear window defogger on You can monitor battery voltage on the Driver Information Center by togeling the INFORMATION button The normal range is 11 5 to 15 5 volts when the engine is running BATTERY VOLTS LOW 06 This message will appear when the electrical system is charging less than 10 volts or if the battery has been drained If this message appears immediately after starting it is possible that the generator can still recharge the battery The battery should recharge after driving a few miles and the message should go out If this message appears while driving or after starting your vehicle and stays on have it checked immediately to determine the cause of this problem To help the generator recharge the battery quickly you can reduce the load on the electrical system by turning off your accessories You can monitor battery voltage on the Driver Information Center by toggling the INFORMATION button The normal range is 11 5 to 15 5 volts CHANGE TRANS FLUID 47 This message will appear when it is time to replace the transaxle fluid See
103. ave to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in the RUN position See Automatic Transaxle in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P and also release the shift lever button on floor shift models as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 ie Ge Turn the key to OFE Open and close the driver s door to turn off the Retained Accessory Power feature Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 Shift to NEUTRAL N Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can ENGINE EXHAUST CAUTION Engine exhaust can kill It contains the gas carbon monoxide CO which you can t see or smell It can cause unconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs weren t done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle
104. ay To use the lighter just press it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back by itself NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element THE INSTRUMENT PANEL YOUR INFORMATION SYSTEM Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your Cadillac is running You ll knaw how fast you re going how much fuel youre using and many of the other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically Digital Cluster Analog Cluster Canadian Analog Cluster Litt Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour mph and kilometers per hour km h Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles used in the United States or kilometers used in Canada You may wonder what happens if a car has to have a new odometer installed The new one may read the correct mileage This is because your car s computer has stored the mileage in memory English Metric Button You go back and forth from English miles to metric kilometers by pressing this button The same button also makes other readings like temperature fuel and odometer go between English and metric Trip Odometer By using this button you can tel
105. be sure that any child small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint CAUTION Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 pound 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become 240 pound 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint CHILD RESTRAINTS Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury The instructions that come with the infant or child restraint will show you how to do that Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat Never put rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secu
106. been changed For more information see Oil Life Indicator in the Index How to Reset the Oil Life Indicator After the oil has heen changed display the OIL LIFE LEFT message by pressing the INFORMATTON button Then press and hold the RESET button until the display shows 100 This resets the oil life index The message will remain off until the next oil change is needed The percentage of oil life remaining may be checked at any time by pressing the INFORMATION button several times until the OIL LIFE LEFT message appears For more information on the Oil Life Index feature see Onl Life Index in the Index 6 14 Engine Coolant Heater An engine coolant heater can be a big help if you have to park outside in very cold weather F 18 C or colder If your vehicle has this option see Engine Coolant Heater in the Index What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain clements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil by putting it i
107. brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave vour vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift lever into the PARK P position hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you or if you have the console shift lever without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If are parking on hill and you don t shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into PARK P properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If torque lack does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P SHIFTING OUT OF PARK P Your Cadillac has brake transaxle shift interlock You h
108. by aligning the blade housing tabs and the edge of the insert starting with the second set from the outer edge Make sure that the insert is connected to all of the housing tabs and that it moves freely back and forth install the wiper blade align the wiper arm pin with the hole on the wiper blade assembly and snap it into place Return the wipers to their normal position 6 42 TIRES We don t make tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see your Cadillac Warranty booklet for details Z CAUTION Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn or if vour tires have been damaged replace them See Inflation Tire Pressure in th
109. ccidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly DRUNKEN DRIVING Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy It s the number one contributor to the highway death toll claiming thousands of victims every year Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision e Attentiveness Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle related deaths involve alcohol In most cases these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving In recent years some 18 000 annual motor vehicle related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol with more than 300 000 people injured Many adults by some estimates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some ge
110. ccur try this e Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the instructions on battery replacement Check the distance You may be too far from your vehicle This product has a maximum range Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal See your Cadillac dealer or a qualified technician for service Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Press this symbol to unlock the driver s door Press it again within five seconds to unlock the other doors Pressing this button will also disarm the optional Theft Deterrent System and turn on the interior lamps Press this symbol to lock your doors This also arms the optional Theft Deterrent System Press this symbol to open the trunk Press this button to turn on the interior lamps only 2 9 Matching Transmitter s To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle the remaining transmitters must also be matched Once the new transmitter is coded the lost transmitter will not unlock vour vehicle You can mat
111. certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit The exit ramp can curved sometimes quite sharply The exit speed is usually posted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After driving for any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are 4 26 BEFORE LEAVING ON A LONG TRIP Make sure you re ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you re not fresh such as after a day s work don t plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Cadillac dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip e Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean Tires
112. ch a transmitter to as many different vehicles as vou own provided they are equipped with exactly the same model system General Motors offers several different models of these systems on their vehicles Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched to it See your dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle Battery Replacement Under normal use the batteries in your key chain transmitter should last about two years You can tell the batteries are weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the batteries Use the round end 1 lt of the door key ora coin to rotate the cover counterclockwise of a turn 1 16 2 10 2 Remove the battery and replace with CR2025 or an equivalent Using the wrong size battery can damage the transmitter 3 Make sure the battery Is positioned with the plus sign facing the cover Align the notches on the cover and the transmitter Rotate the cover clockwise to reinstall ZA CAUTION Your car has an automatic pull down feature that helps close the trunk electronically Your fingers can be trapped under the trunk lid as it goes down Your fingers could be injured and you would need someone to help you free them Keep your fingers away from the trunk lid as you close it and as it is going down NOTICE
113. d the object The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly OFF ROAD RECOVERY You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement You can turn the steering wheel up to 1 4 turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway edge of prem gir m 4 14 PASSING The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing e Drive ahead Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for si
114. dal down with vour right foot and push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot It the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on When vou move out of PARK P or NEUTRAL if your engine ts running vour parking brake should release If it doesn t vou have a parking brake problem and should have it fixed In the meantime you can manually release your parking brake as shown by the illustration below Pull on the manual release lever which is located on the driver s side under the instrument panel and above the parking brake Z CAUTION If your hand or arm is in the way of the pedal vou could be hurt The pedal springs back quickly Keep your hand and arm away when you use the manual release lever NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If vou are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index This section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving SHIFTING INTO PARK P N CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly lev
115. dding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way How to Reset Transaxle Fluid Change Indicator Your vehicle is equipped with a transaxle fluid change indicator A CHANGE TRANS FLUID message will display on the Information Center when the powertrain computer determines that the transaxle fluid needs to be changed or at each 100 000 miles 160 000 km interval whichever occurs first When this message appears change the transaxle fluid and reset the transaxle fluid life indicator as follows Turn the key ON but do not start the engine 2 Press and hold the OFF and REAR DEFOG buttons on the climate control simultaneously until the TRANS FLUID RESET message appears in the Information Center between five and 20 seconds 6 22 ENGINE COOLANT The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If vou have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index The proper coolant far your Cadillac will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 262 F 128 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature e e o Let the warning lights work as they should What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean water preferably distilled and one half antifreeze that meets GM Specification 1825M whic
116. de of the tape NEXT Press this button to advance to the next selection If the selection is at the end of the tape the tape will reverse directions and begin playing at a normal speed ST PL Press this button to switch back to the radio without ejecting the tape Press it a second time to start playing the tape again EJCT Press this button to remove the tape To Play a Compact Disc Before you begin please note don t use the mini discs that are called singles even with an adapter They won t eject Use full size compact discs only l Turn the radio on 2 Insert a CD label side up partway into the slot The player will pull it in Wait a few seconds and the CD will play Then only the time of day and CD will display If the CD comes back out check to see if e The disc is upside down The disc is dirty scratched or wet e There s too much moisture in the air If there is wait about one hour and try it again ERR This error message is displayed if you have a condition of either extreme temperature moisture or an incorrect CD The CD will automatically be ejected When conditions are back to normal the CD should play again RCL PROG Press this recall program button once to see what track is being played Within five seconds press it a second time to see how long the track has been playing Press it a third time to see the time of day REV Press and hold the reverse button to return rapidly within a track
117. dentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet the starter won t work and the SECURITY light will flash But you don t have to wait three minutes before trying another ignition key See your Cadillac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS Key I to have a new key made 3 18 If you re ever driving and you get the PASS KEY MALFUNCTION message you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off Your PASS Key II system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your Cadillac dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key system If you lose or damage a PASS Key II ignition key see your Cadillac dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key II to have a new key made NEW VEHICLE BREAK IN NOTICE Your modern Cadillac doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Don t drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 804 km Don t make full throttle starts Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings aren t vet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information IGNITION KEY POSITIONS tr M M
118. designed to reduce the load on the engine and cooling system You can continue to drive your vehicle If the ENGINE COOLANT HOT IDLE ENGINE message appears on the Driver Information Center pull off to the side of the road as soon as it is safe to do so When the vehicle is at a complete stop shift the transaxle selector to PARK P and allow the engine to idie Do not turn off the engine or increase engine speed above a normal idle After several minutes resume driving at a reduced speed Return to normal driving after 10 minutes if the ENGINE COOLANT HOT IDLE ENGINE message is not displayed 4 48 SECTION 5 PROBLEMS ON THE ROAD Here you ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS Your hazard warning flashers let vou warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off Press the button in to make vour front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off One of these lights on vour instrument panel will flash indicating that the hazard warning flashers are A fi HAZARD Your hazard warning flashers will work once the button is pressed in regardless of the key position ee 4 To turn off the flashers pull out on the collar When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work since they are already flashing OTHER WARNING DEVICES
119. display gives you the status of many of your vehicle s systems The DIC is used to display driver selectable information and warning status messages If more than one problem is detected the Driver Information Center will automatically display all current messages Driver Information Center Control Buttons DISPLAY ON OFF INFORMATION TIMEA 253 INFORMATION Button Pressing the INFORMATION button repeatedly will display the ENGINE RPM Digital Cluster only ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY VOLTAGE AVG MPH MPG AVG FUEL USED OIL LIFE LEFT and TIMER RESET Button Pressing the RESET button will reset the AVG MPH MPG AVG FUEL USED OIL LIFE LEFT and TIMER when each function is displayed TIMER Button The TIMER feature is like a stopwatch in that you can clock the time it takes to get from one point to another To operate press either the TIMER button or successively press the INFORMATION button until TIMER 00 00 00 is displayed on the Driver Information Center Each of the fields for the HOURS MINUTES and SECONDS are two numeric digits Once TIMER 00 00 00 is displayed press the TIMER button to start the timing feature Press the TIMER button again to step it I you will be starting and stopping vour Cadillac during a trip for instance the TIMER feature will automatically start timing where it left off when you last stopped To reset it press and hold the RESET hutton until the display 2 88 reads TIMER 00 00 00
120. ditions Under less favorable conditions you ll want to go slower If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway 4 12 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in time But sometimes you can t there isn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your Cadillac can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes It is better to remove as much speed as vou can froma possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn ita full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand But you have to act fast steer quickly and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoide
121. e policy security plate glass chrome plating and the first car to be designed by a stylist 1927 La Salle Harley Earl The 30s wit nessed production of the smooth and Y The crisp contemporary lines of the quier V 12 and 1 engines 1938 60 Special series ushered in a new era in styling During World War Il shortly after Pearl Harbor Cadillac discon tinued car production for the first time since 1902 in order to construct light tanks combat vehicles and internal parts for Allison V171O en gines Two Cadillac V8 engines and Hydra Matic transmissions were used In each tank POST V I Sport Phu teri wk erum ie M ee l Will Add to Your Happiness The nod rud Rhe Che drei firedog dem ud hau camp bd bag JL ID X NL um SRL RN Pen Puma eai li E b rn nig misih i Ser inay iim ded srr stables cmm To pos 1d pede ml bre odorem ap re de emerald hdi himfy Caddum a peel Gd Henk ond an Femme brin lur sans im a arm da deep LE pee ir arriera uris rame fren hay pr Parm Penis qere ier realm mei dna wel im mr Airis cm e Merah EPR ELoorano For the 1948 model Cadillac introduced the which set the trend in automotive styling for nearly two decades Thi
122. e AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your fluid 6 19 How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at your Cadillac dealership Service Department If you do it vourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your transaxle Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C e At high speed for quite a while e In heavy traffic especially in hot weather e While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C to 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up hy driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it s colder than 50 F 10 C you may have to drive longer 6 20 To check the fluid level Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running e With the parking b
123. e You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In many states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 25 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When vou ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on whecls Put someone on It Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something n a real vehicle it could be the windshield ar the instrument panel 1 9 or the safety belts With safety belts slow down as the vehicle does
124. e a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts off the cruise control however you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch from ON to Resume Accelerate for about half a second SET Ore _ CRU SE WIPER e m we o You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Here s the first 1 Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed gt Push the button at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed 2 74 Here s the second way to go to a higher speed e Mowe the cruise switch from ON to R A Hold it there until you get up to the speed vou want and then release the switch To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch to Each time you do this your vehicle will go about mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will only work after vou have set the cruise control speed by pushing the SET CRUISE button To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control e Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want then release it e Toslow down in very small a
125. e button 15 positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To tighten the belt pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint 6 Pushand pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 42 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position You ll be using the lap belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one l Make the belt as long as possible hy tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 3 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 1 43 4 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 5 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safetv belt quickly if you ever had to 6 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure If the child restraint isn t secure turn the latch plate aver and buckle i
126. e comfort control systems and audio systems offered with your Cadillac Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle YOUR CADILLAC AIR SYSTEM Outside Air Outside air flows through your vehicle when it is moving It enters your vehicle through an inlet at the base of the windshield Keep this area clear of debris Under most operating conditions this system uses outside air when heating or cooling your vehicle If vou select the 60 F 16 C AUTO setting a door will close to stop the flow of most outside air li allowing recirculated interior air to cool your vehicle Your vehicle can also use this recirculate mode during normal auto air conditioning if maximum cooling is needed to maintain the selected temperature Air Outlets Air outlets are located in the center and at each side of the instrument panel You can adjust the direction of airflow by moving the center contral levers or you can stop the airflow by moving the lever located on each side of the outlets downward 3 1 Electronic Climate Control ECC Your vehicle has strategically placed electronic sensors that provide information to the vehicle s computer systems Your vehicle can control the ventilation heating and air conditioning automatically vear round The outside temperature inside temperature setting fan speeds and the ECC selection are displayed on a digital screen When the OFF button is selected nothing is on but ai
127. e latest information at the time it was printed We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Cadillac Motor Car Division whenever it appears in this literature GENERAL MOTORS GM and the GM Emblem CADILLAC and the CADILLAC Emblem are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation Copyright General Motors Corporation 1994 All Rights Reserved ii HOW TO USE THIS MANLAL Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle This will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle In this manual you ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly INDEX A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of the manual It s an alphabetical list of all that s in the manual and the page number where you ll find it SAFETY WARNINGS AND SYMBOLS You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box with gray background and the word CAUTION to tell vou about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning Z CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the gray caution area we tell vou what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If vou don t
128. e linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you apply the brakes with or without the vehicle moving your brakes adjust for wear 6 31 Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on modern vehicle is complex Its many parts have to he of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Vehicles we design and test have top quality GM brake parts in them as your Cadillac does when it is new When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and vou have to have new ones put in be sure you get new genuine GM replacement parts If vou don t your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts BATTERY Every new Cadillac has a Delco Freedom battery You never have to add water to one of these When it s time for a new battery we recommend a Delco Freedom battery Get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label Vehicle Storage
129. e things you should know Positive will go to positive and negative will go to negative or a metal engine part Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Don t let the other end of the positive cable touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal 5 7 10 Don t let the other end of the negative cable touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery Attach the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getting hack to the battery is much less 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 13 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal TOWING YOUR VEHICLE Try ta have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow
130. eaning cassette This system uses a cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn It is normal for the cartridge to eject while cleaning Insert the cassette at least three times to ensure thorough cleaning A scrubbing action cleaning cassette is available through your Cadillac dealership You may also choose a non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaning cassette will not eject It may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner Cassette tapes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure that the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Power Antenna Mast Care Your power antenna will look its best and work well if it s cleaned from time to time To Clean the Antenna Mast L ch d Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna to full mast extension Damp
131. el ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 2 30 Steering Column Shift Lever Turn the ignition key to the OFF or RUN position Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot Move the shift lever into the PARK P position like this e Pull the lever toward you l 2 3 Move the lever up as far as it will go 4 With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down set the parking brake 5 Move the ignition key to LOCK 6 Remove the key and take it with you If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK 2 31 Console Shift Lever 1 Turn the ignition key to the OFF or RUN position 2 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot 3 Move the shift lever into the PARK P position like this Hold in the button on the lever and push the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle 4 With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down set the parking brake Move the ignition key to LOCK 6 Remove the key and take it with you If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P En Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Z CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking
132. em CX CEU s ene 2 16 Alignment and Balance Tires 6 49 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 6 50 AM Radio RE Rer EURO NEC a EAR Eod Annia IL acr au sala aei Raja d rn t TERE EXTR 6 23 6 24 6 25 Anti Lock Brakes eon nnn cuu 4 8 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 80 4 8 Anti Lockout Features was mmm hmm 2 7 Appearance eer 6 52 Appearance Care Materials 6 61 Apply Brake to Shift Message 2 90 Armrest Rear Storage ies cic esis sade sk chew EE Re 2 14 Po rins fa aha TRUE a T TT TET 2 71 2 72 m FT ter cr aco oie 2 68 Systemi esa issu an nee thue hd shee aloes eur du Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 64 Automatic Door Locks E Geriatr orgie E Automatic Inside Rearview Mirror Cetus a Lu sep eis 2 59 Automatic Pull Down Feature TET Fi uana 2 12 Autour TIAE ooo cee sear ee eee ae 2 24 Sth Ti a Paratha Ra RR REL acc Rei 6 74 Average Fuel Economy Display 2 89 Avg Mph Reset Driver Information Center 2 89 B BM rr Oc rra x DUE de CE TOP ate 6 32 Charge Light 2 78 No Charge
133. en a clean cloth with mineral spirits or an equivalent solvent Wipe the cloth over the mast sections removing any dirt Wipe dry with a clean cloth before retracting Make the antenna go up and down by turning the radio or ignition on and off Repeat if necessary NOTICE Don t lubricate the power antenna Lubrication could damage it NOTICE Before entering an automatic car wash turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged If the antenna does not go down when you turn the radio off it may be damaged or need to be cleaned In either case lower the antenna by hand by carefully pressing the antenna down 3 2 NOTES 3 22 SECTION 4 Here you ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions We ve also included many other useful tips on driving m DEFENSIVE DRIVING The best advice anyone can give about driving is Drive defensively Please start with a very important safety device in your Cadillac Buckle up See Safety Belts in the Index Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be ready for their mistakes Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of a
134. ent which does not clear see your Cadillac dealer for service HEADLAMP BULB REMOVAL The following procedure tells you how to remove the halogen headlamp bulb Follow either the EXPORT or DOMESTIC illustration that best describes your vehicle Lift the cover up to pain access DOMESTIC d DOMESTIC Turn the headlamp housing socket counterclockwise to unlock the sacket from the lamp housing EXPORT Remove the rubber plug cover and remove the plug DOMESTIC Remove the headlamp housing socket EXPORT Remove both of the retaining lock clips securing the bulb assembly in the headlamp housing f 36 EXPORT DOMESTIC Remove the wiring harness from the headlamp housing socket EXPORT Remove the headlamp bulb and socket from the headlamp assembly DOMESTIC Replace the bulb and socket and connect the wiring harness Reinstall the headlamp housing socket into the headlamp assembly EXPORT Install the new headlamp bulb and socket into the headlamp assembly NOTICE Do not touch the glass portion of the new halogen bulb The oil from your fingers will shorten the life of your new halogen bulb 6 37 TAILLAMP BULB REPLACEMENT 1 Open the trunk to gain access to the taillamp housing 2 Remove the convenience net and pull trim away to access the wing nuts 3 Remove the four wing nuts 4 Gently remove the taillamp housing 5 Press the bulb housing lever rotate the housing coun
135. entinel is located in the center of the front defogger grille If you cover the sensor it will read dark and your lamps will come on Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions When you press the upper fog lamp switch a small indicator light will glow to tell vou the fog lamps are on To turn them off press the switch again If vou switch on vour high beam headlamps your foe limps will turn off They ll turn back on again when vou switch to low beam he idlamps When the twilight sentinel is on and the fog lamp switch is activated only the headlamps will turn eff automatically Your fog and parking lamps will PEM on When the twilight sentinel is on and the foe lamp switeh is turned otf the headlamps and parking lamps will deactivate 4 Jp Fi Rear Fog Lamps Export Only To operate the rear fog lamps first turn on the at LIGHTS front fog lamps then Us press the lower switch Orr DELAY MAX A small indicator light will glow to tell vou i they are on To turn them off press the LO TWILIGHT SENTINE Li J a TWILIGHT SENTINEL switch again INTERIOR Qs Cornering Lamps The cornering lamps come on when you signal a turn when the headlamps or parking lamps are on This will provide more light for cornering Underhood Lamp To operate the underhood lamp turn on your parking lamps Then the underhood lamp will illuminate when the hood
136. er ee 2 32 Shift Lever Steering 2 31 Shifting Automatic Transaxle 2 24 Shitting Into PARLEY onesie nase tttm trn 2 30 Shifting Out of Park P Sd EO 2 34 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster coerce sese 1 15 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjuster 1 16 Signaling Turns CC aW 2 4 SERIE oe ex RE elo erba er Sound Equipment Adding 3 19 Spare Tire ver c ERE RES 5 3 Speaker Covers Cleaning Sees E ghey 6 56 Spe i cations Chart lca 73 Speed Sensitive Steering Ea atte ER E ROS 2 95 GEDE eris UR qu PEL SIDE CIBO or eS PCR E CE C ETE T ac 6 53 Starting Disabled Message 2 93 TOUT BONE Loue epo e niv v ROI e meti ence EY 2 21 5team If Coming From Your Engine XGA IE Rae 5 13 Bache ees C ARTE 4 12 Column Shift Lever Tt 2 31 In Emergencies uvae eue a reser wie 4 13 FIM I KR CH Pe ao ee UE SP E VIE RR E 4 12 Speed oir isis lla are ioi ACER a 2 95 JIBl Qs xii aoe sence eee EE CY cay ale 4 12 ase ne SHOE TEE UE 2 39 13 Stop Engine Engine Overheated Message 2 94
137. ern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealer management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the Sales Service or Parts Manager contact the owner of the dealer or the General Manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealer management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealer without further help contact the Cadillac Consumer Relations Center 24 hours a day by calling 1 800 458 8006 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French In Mexico call 525 254 3777 In Puerto Rico call 1 800 496 9992 English or 1 800 496 9993 Spanish In the U S Virgin Islands call 1 800 496 9994 In other overseas locations contact GM North American Export Sales in Canada by calling 1 905 644 4112 For prompt assistance please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative e Your name address home and business telephone numbers e Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the left tap of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield e Dealer name and location e Vchicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concern We encourage you to call the tol
138. es and your driving patterns To see the display press the INFORMATION button several times until XX OIL LIFE LEFT appears You ll see how much oil life vou have left as n a percentage For Pp d _ a example if you see 95 OIL LIFE LEFT that KIMUH mp RPM 100 means that the way you re driving your car 9556 of your current oil life is still left The Oil Life Indicator may say to change the oil sooner than your maintenance schedule This can happen if driving conditions such as short trips in cold weather cause shorter oil life Always keep a written record of the mileage and date when you last changed your oil For more information on when to change your ail see the Cadillac Maintenance Schedule Booklet If vou see CHANGE OIL SOON it means that you have less than 10 of your oil life left and you should consider changing your engine oil If you see CHANGE ENGINE OIL it means the oil life is gone and you should change the oil right away certainly within 200 more miles 320 The system should indicate to change the oil between 3 000 miles 5 000 km and 7 500 miles 12 500 km but it may even indicate to change it before 3 000 miles under very severe conditions It all depends on your driving patterns If it s been 7 500 miles 12 500 km the system indicates to change the oil There are two things the system doesn t do It can t sense heavy dust in the places where you drive If you drive in
139. f clean water and a proper antifreeze NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts So use the recommended coolant Z CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant Surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose 15 na longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressurc cap If vou hear a hiss wait for that to stop hiss means there 18 still some pressure left ba Then keep turning the cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mix up to the base of the filler neck 4 With the coolant surge Lank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine fans By this time the coolant leve If the level is lower add more of the proper mix to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches about two and half inches 60 mm below the base of the filler neck inside the coolant surge tank may be lower Li 5 20 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the arrows
140. f the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 7 To tighten the belt feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint 8 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 1 47 To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety helt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult larger child passenger Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts If vou have the choice a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need to use the safety belts properly e Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash e Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people who are 1 48 Never do this Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt can t properly spread the impact forces In a crash the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured A belt must be used by only one person at a time What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck Move the child toward
141. ft lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P if your Cadillac is moving If vou do vou could damage the transaxle Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped To start your Northstar V8 engine 1 Without pushing the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner the excessive heat can damage your starter motor 2 fit doesn t start right away hold your key in START for about three seconds at a time until your engine starts Wait about 15 seconds between each try ta help avoid draining vour battery 2 21 Your left headlamp and left taillamp may be on as you start your engine but the right headlamp and taillamp won t This provides some light as you start but doesn t drain your battery as much If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing vour accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing DRIVING T
142. g well occasionally clean them with a cotton swab and glass cleaner M This turns on the day night portion of the mirror to automatically reduce glare C M This setting turns on the compass in addition to the day night function A letter denoting the direction headed will appear in the top right corner of the mirror Once the compass ts calibrated it does not need to be recalibrated To calibrate the compass Set the switch on the mirror control to C M 2 Turn the vehicle ignition switch ON The letter C should be displayed in the mirror compass window If not hold the Cal switch bottom of the mirror for more than 10 seconds and the letter C will appear To hold in the Cal switch insert a paper clip into the small hold on the bottom of the mirror housing The display will show a number first but keep holding until the letter C appears For quick calibration drive the vehicle in a 360 degree circle at less than 5 mph 8 km h until the display reads a compass direction For normal calibration drive the vehicle on your everyday routine and the compass will eventually calibrate YH 2 62 Compass Variance Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north In some areas the difference between the two can he great enough to cause false compass readings If this happens follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location l Determine
143. h anything to the steering wheel or instrument panel Also don t put anything such as pets or objects between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel If something is between an occupant and an air bag it could affect the performance of the air hag or worse it could cause injury 25 When should an air bag inflate The air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system s designed threshold level If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level is about 9 to 15 mph 14 to 24 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant n any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and the vehicle s deceleration Vehicle damage is only one indication of this What makes an air bag inflate In a frontal or near frontal impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects th
144. h solvent type cleaner Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth e Rubwith a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may have to do it more than once e Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and a solvent type vinyl cleaner Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and mild soap or saddle soap e For stubborn stains use a mild solution of 10 isopropyl alcohol rubbing alcohol and 90 water Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe palish on leather Soiled leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into finish it can harm the leather 6 55 Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Cleaning Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently so that the speaker won t be damaged If something gets on one of them follow the steps earlier under Using Solvent Type Cleaner on Fabric Use as little solvent as you can Care of Wood Panels Use a clean cloth moistened in warm soapy water use mild dish washing soap Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth CARE OF SAFETY BELTS Keep belts clean and dry
145. h won t damage aluminum parts You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M with a complete coolant flush and refill Use GM Engine Coolant Supplement sealer with any complete coolant flush and refill If you use this mixture you don t need to add anything else N CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling svstem can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mix will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix With plain water or the wrong mix your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mix of clean water and a proper antifreeze 6 23 NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mix your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered hy your warranty Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Adding Coolant Your cooling system when hot is under a lot of pressure If the ENGINE COOLANT LOW message should appear on the Driver Information Center you will need to add coolant If the ENGINE COOLANT LOW message does not appear the coolant is at the proper fill level 6 24 To Check Coolant AN CAUTION Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids
146. h your headlamps Let the heater run for awhile Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes LOADING YOUR VEHICLE TIRE LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP WT FRT CTR RR TOTAL LBS KG MAX LOADING amp GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURE RTG PSI KPa FRT RR SPA IF TIRES ARE HOT ADD 4PSI 28KPa SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION GEN GME Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label found on the driver s door tells you the proper size speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle It also gives you important information about the number of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight that vou can carry This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all options not installed in the factory El MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI CABLE U S FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY BUMPEH AND THEFT PREVEN TION STANDARD
147. have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE Don t take vour compact spare through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Don t use your compact spare on some other vehicle And don t mix your compact spare or wheel with other wheels or tires They won t fit Keep your spare and its wheel together NOTICE Tire chains won t fit your compact spare Using them will damage your vehicle and destroy the chains too Don t use tire chains on your compact spare IF YOU RE STUCK IN SAND MUD ICE OR SNOW What you don t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but vou must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you And the franeuxle or oth r parte of NOTICE Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels tao fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth vou can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking your vehicle to
148. he bag that comes into contact with you will not be hot to the touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation will not prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to steer the vehicle nor will it stop people from leaving the vehicle A CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshields are broken hv vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag e The air bags are designed to inflate only once After they inflate you ll some new parts for your air bag system If you don t get them the air bag system won t be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnostic module which records information about the air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the sensors are activated and driver s safety
149. he cruise control shuts off CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Traction Control System in the Index When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on 2 47 To Set Cruise Control 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON SET ey 3 CRUISE o gt ip i RA mil 2 CAUTION If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don t want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch OFF until you want to use 2 Accelerate to the speed you want 3 Press the button at the end of the lever and release it The instrument panel cluster has a CRUISE ENGAGED message displayed oc on the Driver CRUISE ENGAGED Information Center that will come on and goes out after five seconds 5 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal 2 49 To Resum
150. he doors and fall out When a door is locked the inside handle won t open it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle This may not be so obvious You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle E There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your door key If vour vehicle has the optional Theft Deterrent System and it is armed unlock the doors only with the key or Keyless Entry System This will avoid setting off the alarm From the inside slide the lock lever down to manually lock the door To unlock the door slide the lock lever up Power Door Locks Press the power door lock switch to lock or unlock all the doors at once The rear power door lock switches only provide a lock function as a safety feature They will not unlock the doors Automatic Door Locks Just close your doors and turn on the ignition Every time you move your shift lever out of PARK P all of the doors will lock Your doors will unlock every time you stop and move your shift lever back into PARK P If someone needs to get out while vou re not in PARK have that person use the manual or power lock When the door is closed again it will not lock automatically Just u
151. he heated windshield will reduce the useful range of devices such as garage door openers and radar detectors In certain states radar detectors are legal ri ms AUDIO SYSTEMS Your Delco audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of your audio System if you acquaint yourse f with it first Find out what your Delco system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound however FM signals will only reach about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills may interfere with FM signals causing sounds to fade and may also cause popping crackling or momentary hissing noises AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other FCC regulations require some AM radio stations to reduce signal strength at night to minimize interference AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it This means your radio can produce quality AM sound comparable to FM stereo AMAX reduces noise without reducing the high frequencies you need for the best sound In addition to improved sound quality AMAX includes more stations on the AM band You
152. ht will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light doesn t come on have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If the light stays on turn the ignition off Or if the light comes on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on comes on again while you re driving your Cadillac needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on vou don t have anti lock brakes and there s a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light earlier in this part Traction Disabled Message If this message is displayed there s a problem with your traction control system and your vehicle needs service When this message is displayed the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly 2 80 Traction Control System Active Message When your traction control system is limiting wheel spin the TRACTION ACTIVE message will be displayed Slippery road conditions exist if this message is displayed so adjust your driving accordinglv This message will stay on for a few seconds after the traction control system stops limiting wheel spin Engine Temperature Warning Light Canadian Only This light tells vo
153. ht works If it doesn t come on be sure to have it fixed so it will be there to warn you if something goes wrong When the light comes on and stays on it means that oil isn t flowing through your engine properly You could be low on oil or vou might have some other system problem CAUTION Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can costly and is not covered by your warranty Tachometer Analog Cluster This gage indicates the engine speed in Revolutions Per Minute RPM 1000 NOTICE Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area or engine damage may occur Engine Speed Limiter This feature prevents the engine from operating at too many Revolutions Per Minute RPM When your engine RPM s are critically high the fuel supply to the engine is shut off When the engine speed slows the fuel supply will come on again This helps prevent damage to the engine Vehicle Speed Limiter 270 hp This Feature prevents vour vehicle from exceeding speeds that your tires are not rated for When this happens your engine s fuel supply is shut off When the vehicle s speed slows the fuel supply will come on again Fuel Gage Your fuel gage shows appro
154. ice center before turning the engine off Never leave an unattended vehicle with the engine running Once you are where you can get service turn the engine off and then try to restart it If the vehicle does not restart the PASS Key Il system will need servicing TRACTION ACTIVE This message will be ne if Traction Control is being used to reduce wheel slippage TRACTION DISABLED 88 This message will he displayed if a problem is noted in the Traction Control System Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible TRANS FLUID RESET 48 With the engine not running and the ignition ON press and hold the OFF and REAR DEFOG buttons until the TRANS FLUID RESET message appears in the Information Center between five and 20 seconds TURN SIGNAL ON 20 This message is a reminder after driving about a mile that you have your turn signal on TRUNK OPEN 24 This message indicates that your trunk is open when the ignition is VERY LOW REFRIGERANT A C COMPRESSOR OFF 12 This message means that the Air Conditioning system detects a refrigerant level that is low enough to cause damage to the compressor To avoid damage the A C compressor automatically turns off and the Electronic Climate Control will automatically switch from AUTO to ECON and remain there Have your A C system serviced if this message appears Speed Sensitive Steering SSS This system varies the amount of steering effort proportionate to you
155. in 1908 for achieving perfect interchangeability of parts and again in 1912 for introducing the elec tric self starter electric lighting and ignition system Cadillac is the only American manufacturer to win this honor and the only manufacturer in the world to win it twice As commonplace as stan dardized parts are today in 1908 parts were still individually hand fitted both in production and service TE m M EB tm J li 2 Mas es Srandardization opened the eyes of the industrial world and Wad the Dor nerstone of modern ETS production From this achievement evolved the reference to Cadillac as Standard of the World In 1909 Cadillac was purchased by the then new General Motors Corporation Convenience clean liness and all weather comfort WETE greatly enhanced in 1910 when Cad illac became the first manufacturer to offer closed bodies as standard equipment The Penalty of Leadership first appeared in the January 2 1915 issue of The Saturday Evening Post as an expression of the Cadillac com mitment ta leadership quality and innovation It is widely regarded as one of the finest documents ever written and was published following the introduction of rhe first produc tion V8 engine The VB was stan dard in all 1915 model Cadillacs Many Cadillac firsts have fal lowed over the years including the synchro mech clashless transmis sion a nation wide comprehensive 45 V 16 Engin
156. ine Drive Belt susan sas 3530814 CAD QT CP ETE AC Type RC 33 6410665 Thermostat n PU held xa ey AC 131 66 3531407 Upper Radiator Hose i a lp eee idee 3521504 Lower Radiator Hose 1 ce ces paves sce uua dua anl 3521505 Transaxle Screen Rt Scavenger S679416 Transaxle Screen Lt 5 eco SO80700 Transaxle Pan Screws 16 2c asics cee ces cea ee ww oe Re nn 8682650 Tansee Fan Gasket eas ER OR 8681197 6 77 NOTES 6 78 NOTES 6 79 NOTES 6 80 NOTES 6 81 NOTES 6 52 NOTES 6 83 CERTIFIED We employ technicians certi Fed y he Iristidute Dow AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE Lal us show vou their credentials Part Number 3547060 B ETT OGYYOTTS 961 TOLL FREE HOTLINE 1800 882 1112 Roadside Service represents the spirit of luxury leadership at Cadillac Motor Car Division We hope the need never arises but if it does Roadside Service is there for you Roadside Service covers you on the road far fram home all day and night weekends and holidays THERE ARE NO MEMBERSHIP OR ENROLLMENT CHARGES Any Cadillac is eligible under this pragram ROADSIDE SERVICE AVAILABILITY TYPE DAILY INCLUDING HOLIDAYS Dealer Technician 8 a mn 12 midnight Towing Battery Jump Start Lockout Assistance Fuel Delivery T
157. ire Change 24 Hours Cadillac Roadside Service is just one of your Cadill Owner Privileges that leads to peace of mind Cadillac Owner Privileges sm Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Privileges at no charge throughout your 1995 Cadillac Warranty Period 48 Months or 50 000 Miles 80 000 Kilometers EMERGENCY ROAD SERVICE is performed on site for the following situations TOWING SERVICE BATTERY JUMP START LOCK OUT ASSISTANCE FUEL DELIVERY FLAT TIRE CHANGE Covers change only Tire replacement warranty coverage must be determined by a Cadillac dealer or appropriate tire manufacturer Cadillac Owner Privileges TRIP INTERRUPTION If your trip is interrupted due to a warranty failure incidental expenses may be reimbursed during the 48 months or 50 000 miles 80 000 kilometers warranty period Items covered are hotel meals and rental car TRIP ROUTING Free trip routing assistance is available during the 48 months or 50 000 miles 80 000 kilometers warranty period Within a week of contacting Roadside Service with your travel plans Cadillac will provide a detailed trip routing Along with your first trip routing you will receive a Rand McNally North American Road Atlas What Will Roadside Service Cost You There is no cost to call the toll free Roadside Service number Many times Roadside Advisors can assist you over the phone There
158. ires available as standard or optional equipment on General Motors vehicles may vary with respect to these grades all such tires meet General Motors performance standards and have been approved for use on General Motors vehicles All passenger type P Metric tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance In most cases you will not need to have your wheels aligned again However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice vour vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road vour wheels may need to be rebalanced Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your Cadillac dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and he mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment par
159. is divided by the total fuel used When the INST button Instantaneous Fuel Economy is selected you will see what your fuel economy is at that instant The computer takes a new reading twice every second It will show economy up to 70 miles per gallon or two liters per 100 Kilometers Io reset the average fuel economy press the INFORMATION button until the AVG MPG is displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC Press and hold the RESET button until both the Fuel Data Center and DIC display reads 0 0 Another method to reset the average fuel economy is to press the AVG button to display the average miles per gallon Then press the RESET button followed by the AVG button to reset this calculation L The RANGE display shows how far the computer thinks you can travel with the fuel that is in your tank The computer does not know what driving conditions will be like for the rest of your trip so the range is estimated based on your recent fuel economy Therefore your range reading may change as your driving habits change Going from city to highway driving may increase the range reading If the range display shows LO you should stop for fuel as soon as possible Your computer needs enough data for the RANGE reading to work however so it will read LO when your vehicle is brand new under 25 miles It may also show LO if your battery has been disconnected Driver Information Center Your Driver Information Center DIC
160. is no cost for Roadside Service if the repair is under warranty or the provided service is one of the covered Emergency Road Services Ifa dealership Service Technician travels to your location and the repair is there is a nominal service fee to cover the technician s travel to and from your location Labor is charged at one and one half times the Cadillac dealership retail labor rate with a 30 minute minimum There is also a charge for any parts used and a mileage fee if the technician travels beyond 30 miles How Do You Pay For Roadside Service Payment is due at the time services are performed if it is determined they are non warranty related Payment may be made by cash personal check or any major credit card honored by the participating Cadillac dealership tow service or locksmith In some instances where warranty determination cannot be made the charges must still be paid Retain the bill and submit it to an authorized Cadillac dealership Service Department for review If the repair is determined to be covered by warranty the dealer will expedite reimbursement directly to you Where Is Roadside Service Available Wherever you drive in the United States or Canada an advisor is available to assist you over the phone If needed a dealer technician will travel to your location within a 30 miles 50 kilometers radius of a participating Cadillac dealership If bevond this radius we will arrange to have your car towed to
161. is open Daytime Running Lamps Canada Only Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work so be sure it isn t covered The DRL system will make your low beam headlamps come on at reduced brightness when e the ignition is ON e the headlamp switch is OFF and e the transaxle is not in PARK P When it s dark enough outside your low beam headlamps will change to full brightness When it s bright enough outside the regular lamps will go off and your low beam headlamps change to the reduced brightness of DRL To idle your vehicle with the DRL off shift the transaxle into PARK P The DRL will stay off until you shift out of PARK P As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp svstem when you need it Reading Lamps You have reading lamps located in the roof These lamps and the interior courtesy lamps will come on when you open a door Press the button to turn them on Press it again to turn them off MIRRORS Automatic Inside Rearview Mirror Your Cadillac is equipped with an automatic electrochromic rearview mirror This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you A photocell on the back of the
162. is section for inflation pressure adjustment for higher speed driving 6 43 Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label which is located an the driver s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than a mile If you ll be driving at speeds higher than 100 mph 160 km h where it is legal raise the cold inflation pressure of each tire to 35 psi 240 kPa When you end this very high speed driving reduce the cold inflation pressures to those listed on the Tire Loading Information label NOTICE Don t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right It s not If your tires don t have enough air underinflation you can get Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get e Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards h 44 When to Check Check vour tires once a month or more Don t forget your compact spare It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure especially if vou have radial tires which may look properly inflated even if they re underinflated If your tires have va
163. l If the is at or below the ADD line then you ll need to add some oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the ail level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged 6 11 To remove turn the oil fill cap counterclockwise Just fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through What Kind of Oil to Use Oils of the proper quality for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the Starburst symbol The Starburst symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API and is preferred for use in your gasoline engine If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines 6 12 You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in the following chart RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS POA BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING SELECT THE LOWEST EAE VISCOSINT GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE HOT iro 7 WE
164. l free number listed previously in order to give your inquiry prompt attention However if you wish to write Cadillac write to Cadillac Consumer Relations Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 30009 Van Dyke Box 9025 Warren MI 48090 9025 Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of Canadian and GM Overseas offices When contacting Cadillac please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealer s facilities equipment and personnel That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING OR SPEECH IMPAIRED TDD To assist customers who have hearing difficulties Cadillac has installed special TDD Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf equipment at its Customer Assistance Center Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter TTY can communicate with Cadillac by dialing 1 800 TDD CMCC TDD users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 r3 GM PARTICIPATION IN BBB AUTO LINE ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROGRAM This program may not be available in all states depending on state law Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or to discontinue its participation in this program Both Cadillac and your Cadillac dealer are committed to
165. l how far you ve gone since you last set the TRIP SET back to zero To reset press and hold the button until zeros appear If your vehicle is domestic the trip odometer will return to zero after 990 0 miles 1 609 km If your vehicle is Canadian the trip odometer will return to zero after 999 9 km 1 242 miles WARNING LIGHTS This part describes the warning lights that are on your vehicle The pictures will help you locate them Warning lights can signal that something 15 wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights could also save you or others from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let vou know they re working If you are familiar with this section vou should not be alarmed when this happens When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving check the section that tells vou what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights They re a big help Your vchicle may also have a Driver Information Center that works along with the warning lights See Driver Information Center in the Index 2 76 Safety Belt Reminder Light
166. lership 2 95 SERVICE RIDE CONTROL 84 This message is displayed to indicate that the Suspension System is not operating properly To correct this problem have your vehicle serviced at your Cadillac dealership STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATED 42 This message will appear when your engine has overheated Stop and turn your engine off immediately to avoid severe engine damage See Engine Overheating in the Index SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This message will appear if there is a problem with your Emission Contral System If the SERVICE ENGINE SOON light on the instrument panel appears and then turns off it is an indication that a temporary problem has cleared itself Have your vehicle checked at your earliest convenience STOP ENGINE LOW OIL PRESSURE 35 If this message appears while the engine is running stop the engine and do not operate it until the cause of low oil pressure is corrected Severe damage to the engine can result SERVICE AIR BAG SYSTEM 83 If this message appears there is a problem with your Supplemental Inflatable Restraint Air Bag system Let only a qualified technician work on your vehicle See your Cadillac dealer for service at once THEFT SYSTEM PROBLEM CAR MAY NOT RESTART 34 This message means there is a problem in the Personalized Automotive Security System PASS Key IT PASS Key TI will prevent the vehicle from restarting if it is turned off so you should take the vehicle to proper serv
167. luid When the engine compartment is cool unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick e Whenthe engine compartment is hot the level should be at the HOT mark e When the engine compartment is cool the level should be at the FULL COLD mark A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired What to Add Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use NOTICE When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid change always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals 6 27 WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will he operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY Add washer Huid until the tank 15 full NOTICE e When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer
168. lve caps be sure to put them back on They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be inspected every 6 000 to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13 000 km any signs of unusual wear If unusual wear is present rotate vour tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When it s Time for New Tires and Wheel Replacement later in this section for more information The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index 6 45 LN CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later
169. making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle Our experience has shown that if a situation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section is very successful There may be instances where an impartial third party can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty To assist in resolving these disagreements Cadillac voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE BBB AUTO LINE is an out of court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle disputes between customers and automobile manufacturers This program is available free of charge to customers who currently own or lease a GM vehicle If you are not satisfied after following the Customer Satisfaction Procedure you may contact the BBB using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington VA 22203 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 To file a claim you will be asked to provide your name and address your Vehicle Identification Number VIN and a statement of the nature of your complaint Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage and other factors We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE but you may contac
170. mately 45 minutes or requires the resources of a Cadillac dealership service facility the advisor will arrange a tow service for you Towing may also be necessary after the technician has attempted a repair but determines that your car cannot be repaired at roadside Tow services are provided by independent companies so therefore Cadillac is not responsible for the tow company During the 48 months or 50 000 miles 80 000 kilometers warranty period towing services are covered for any disablement What If You Have Difficulty Hearing Or Speaking And Need Roadside Service Roadside Service is prepared to assist owners who have hearing difficulties or are speech impaired Cadillac has installed special Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf TDD in the Roadside Service Center Any customer who has access to a TDD ar a conventional teletypewriter can communicate with Cadillac by dialing from the United States or Canada 1 800 TDD CMCC or 1 800 833 2622 daily 24 hours What If You Do Not Speak English Fluently Cadillac offers a multi lingual approach in assisting you Roadside Advisors are conversant in a number of languages and utilize the AT amp T Language Line Interpreter available 24 hours a day Just another way Cadillac says we care Our Cadillac Dealer Technician network is ready and able to assist Cadillac customers at roadside TOLL FREE HOTLINE H800 882 1112 8 I IE 6561
171. may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the helt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until yau can buckle it Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt you pull up on the shoulder part The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And vou d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If vou slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor Z CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body
172. miles 40 km of home And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone HOW TO WEAR SAFETY BELTS PROPERLY Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your Cadillac see the part of this manual called Children Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position DRIVER POSITION This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to see how see Seats in the Index so you can sit up straight 1 12 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies f
173. mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside Another photocell built into the mirror surface senses the headlamps behind you The mirror will darken gradually to reduce glare This change may take a few seconds When the glare subsides the mirror returns to its clear daytime state On Off Switch To turn the auto dimming feature on press the switch located at the base of the mirror The switch will light indicating it is on Reverse Gear Day Mode The reverse mode is another important feature of the automatic mirror When the shift lever is placed in REVERSE R the mirror changes to the daytime mode for a bright image in the mirror as you back up Cleaning Photocells Jse a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the front and rear photocells that make the auto dimming feature work 2 6 Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror with Compass Option This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare when set in the M Mirror or C M Compass Mirror positions One photocell on the back of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside Another photocell is built into the mirror surface to sense headlamps behind you The mirror will darken gradually to reduce glare This change may take a few moments The mirror goes to a clear position whenever vou shift to REVERSE R OFF Turns off the day night function and compass The mirror will stay the day setting To keep the photocells operatin
174. mly and apply your parking brake e Release the regular brakes When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you Start your engine e Shift into a gear and Besure the parking brake has released Let up on the brake pedal Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks Bop Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks 4 47 Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil belt cooling system and brake adjustment Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Engine Cooling When Trailering Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions such as e C limbing grades steeper than 4 at ambient temperatures above 90 F 32 C with a loaded vehicle and trailer e Stopping after high speed driving e Idling for long periods in stop and go traffic If the ENGINE HOT A C COMPRESSOR OFF message appears on the Driver Information Center do not be alarmed This is a normal function
175. mounts push the button for less than half a second Each time you do this you ll go 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed vou set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills vou may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills To Get Out of Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control 1 Step lightly on the brake pedal OR gt SET CRUISE WiBEg Orr So DEL AY 2 Move the CRUISE switch to OFF The CRUISE light will go out To Erase Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory is erased LAMPS You ll find the control on the left side of the instrument panel It controls these lamp systems Headlamps Taillamps Parking Lamps Underhood Lamp Instrument Panel Lamps License Plate Lamp Interior Courtesy Lamps Fog Lamps Rear Fog Lamps
176. n MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires N CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have crash Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all four wheels It s all right to drive with your compact spare though It was developed for use on your vehicle 6 47 Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only ta vehicles sold in the United States Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction
177. n a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light 4 24 FREEWAY DRIVING Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways turnpikes or superhighways are the safest of all roads But they have their own special rules The most important advice on freeway driving is Keep up with traffic and keep to the right Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving Too fast or too slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane Al the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where vou expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before vou leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make
178. n on your hazard warning flashers N CAUTION Changing a tire can cause an injury The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people You and they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Fut the shift lever in PARK P 2 Set the parking brake firmly 3 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end 1 The equipment you ll need is in the trunk under the spare tire cover Rotate the plastic wing nut and remove the cover 2 Remove the wing nut that secures the jack and wheel wrench and remove them from the trunk 3 Attach the wheel wrench to the jack bolt and rotate it clockwise That will raise the lift head a little 5 24 4 There 1s a center wheel cover on your aluminum wheel Lise the flat end of the wheel wrench prying along the edge of this cover until it comes off Be careful not to scratch the aluminum wheel edge Don t try to remove it with your hands Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Do not remove them yet 6 Position the jack under the vehicle Your vehicle has a notch on the frame near each of the wheels A Front and B Rear Fit the lift head into the notch nearest
179. n the radio is on press the RCL PROG knob to display the station e It tells you the time When the ignition is off press the RCL PROG knob to display the time e It allows you to hear the other side of tape play When a cassette 15 inserted into the player press the knob to change sides Behind the upper knob is the balance control It moves the sound between the left and right speakers 3 11 The Lower Knob Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations Press the knob to switch between and FM Behind the lower knob is the fade control It moves the sound between the front and rear speakers Finding a Station SCAN When you press this button up or down the SCAN indicator in the display will light and the radio will find the next station and stay there for about five seconds Then it will go to the next station and pause and keep doing that until you press either the SCAN button again or the upper knob SEEK This button selects stations but it doesn t keep moving as SCAN does When you press SEEK up or down the radio will automatically go to the next station and stay there Pushbuttons You can set the pushbuttons to get up to 10 favorite stations five on FM and five more on AM Choose either AM or FM Tune in a desired station Press the SET button Press one of the five pushbuttons within five seconds t ode ok Repeat these steps for each of the five pushbuttons Setting the Tone
180. n the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a service station or a local recycling center for help AIR CLEANER Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off NOTICE If the air cleaner is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner in place when you re driving 6 16 AIR CLEANER FILTER REPLACEMENT Disconnect the sensor located near the throttle body from the air duct Remove the crankcase vent tube from the top of the air duct 6 17 Loosen the clamp at the throttle body and disconnect the air duct from the throttle body Unlatch the clamp and gently remove the air cleaner from the vehicle h 18 Push the two tabs and pivot the top half to separate the air cleaner Once you have replaced the air cleaner filter reverse the steps to reassembl
181. nce Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle has to have a different turn signal flasher and extra wiring The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing trailer the green arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it e Apply your regular brakes but do not shift into PARK P e Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels e When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load Reapply the regular brakes Then shift into PARK P fir
182. nd some spare mini fuses in the glove box door just lift the cover up To gain access lift the COVET 6 65 Maxi Fuses Relay Center The maxi fuse and relays are located next to the engine compartment fuse block If a maxi fuse should blow have your vehicle serviced by your Cadillac dealer immediately L HDLP LO A HOLP LO L HDLP HI A HF Hi IGN 3 FUSE CENTEA IDENTIFICATION Engine ur Fuse Block FUSE DISTR Ignition Contral Module Sensing amp Diagnostic Module PCM IGN Powertrain Control Module PCM PASS Key H Decoder Module 1 4 6 and 7 Fuel Injectors TT AJC Retrigerant Pressure Switch Transaxle Range Switch Stop BTS Cruise Brake Switch Instrument Pane Cluster Keyless Entry Module Diagnostic Energy Reserve Module Derm Cornering Lamps Turn Hazard Switch Assy Chime Module Headlamp Switch Twilight Sentincl DRL Module 6 66 Engine Compartment Fuse Block Continued FUEL PUMP PCM BAT AC COMP HELPS _ Fuel Pump Oil Pressure Switch Powertrain Control Module PCM Powertrain Control Module PCM Road Sensing Suspension RSS Module Compressor Clutch Headlamp Dimmer Switch Headlamp Relay D Engine Comp Micro Relay Center DRL Headlamp Relay E with Daytime Running Lamps Powers C13 STOP LP DKL Left and Right Lo Beam Headlamp Canada HTD WS Heated Windshield Control Module HIGNOFF
183. nd that of your passengers So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer 4 40 Load pulling components such as the engine transaxle wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder against the drag of the added weight The engine is required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial palice e Consider using a sway control You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls e Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or ather parts could be damaged e Then during the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts 4 41 Three impor
184. ne Oil When to Change in the Index NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you e Climba long hill on hot day e Stop after high speed driving e Idle for long periods in traffic e Tow a trailer If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam try this for a minute Or 50 l Turn off your air conditioner 2 Dial temperature control to the highest heat setting and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam you can idle the engine for two or three minutes while you re parked to see if the warning stops But then if you still have the warning turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools d
185. neral information on the problem The Blood Alcohol Concentration BAC of someone who is drinking depends upon four things e How much alcohol consumed e The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 pound 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a of about 0 06 percent The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce 120 ml glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 1 2 ounces 45 ml of a liquor like whiskey gin or vodka It s the amount of alcohol that counts For example if the same person drank three double martinis 3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each within an hour the person s BAC would be close to 0 12 percent A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in many U S states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0 10 percent In a growing number of U S states and throughout Canada the limit is 0 08 percent In some other countries it
186. nger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat BREAK AWAY OUTSIDE MIRROR EXPORT ONLY The mirrors will callapse in either the forward or rearward direction and then return to the normal position POWER FOLDING MIRROR EXPORT ONLY The control switch in the driver s door armrest operates the fold and extend feature for both outside rearview mirrors Move the switch rearward to fold both mirrors toward the vehicle s body Move the switch forward to extend both mirrors back to the normal viewing position 2 65 FLOOR MATS Your Cadillac is equipped with rubber backed front and rear floor mats Keep them clean by vacuuming and using a spot cleaner if necessary Do not machine wash SUNGLASS COMPARTMENT If you have the optional Astroroof you will not have this feature To gain access to this compartment which is located directly above the inside rearview mirror in the headliner just push up and the storage area will open CONVENIENCE NET You ll find the convenience net just inside the back wall of the trunk Put small loads like grocery bags behind the net It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns quick starts and stops The net is not for larger heavier loads Store them in the trunk as far forward as vou can When not using the net hook the net to the tabs securing it to the sill plate FRONT
187. nsmitter The red light comes on while the signal is being transmitted Note that the effective transmission range of the HomeLink Transmitte may differ from your hand held transmitter and from one channel to anothe Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash Individual channels cannot be erased but can be reprogrammed using the procedure for programming the transmitter explained earlier 2 70 Accessories Accessories far your HomeLink Universal Transmitter are available from the manufacturer of the unit If you would like additional information please call 1 800 355 3515 HomeLink isa trademark of Prince Corporation ASHTRAYS AND LIGHTERS If vou have the full console press on the cover to reveal the ashtray and lighter If you don t have a center console just pull the ashtray out to reveal the ashtray and lighter To clean the ashtray lift it out by pulling on the snuffer If you don t have a console and the ashtray will not come out by pulling an the snuffer try reaching under the ashtray and gently press up on the ashtray bow and remove it Rear Ashtray To open the rear ashtray lift the lid NOTICE Don t put papers or other flammable items into your ashtrays Hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them causing a damaging fire Cigarette Lighter It s located near the ashtr
188. nt Seat Feature Option The control panel is located in the center console Move the switch to either LO or HI to turn on the heating element in the seat This feature is designed primarily for use on damp and chilly days The LO setting warms the seatback and cushion until the seat approximates body temperature On colder days the HI setting heats the seats to a slightly higher temperature To prevent uncomfortable overheating of the seats the heating elements are thermostatically regulated to automatically maintain the temperature at the selected setting A telltale light in the control switch reminds you that the heating system is in use To preserve the battery the heated seats can only be used when the ignition is turned on and are deactivated when the ignition is turned off Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your cars This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash The head restraints tilt forward and rearward also SAFETY BELTS THEY RE FOR EVERYONE This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells vau some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint or air bag system CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you re not wearing a safety belt your injuries can be much wors
189. of a hill he alert There could be something in vour lane like a stalled car or an accident e You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones falling rocks area or winding roads Be alert to these and take appropriate action WINTER DRIVING Here are some tips for winter driving e Have your Cadillac in good shape for winter Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct e You may want to pul winter emergency supplies in your trunk 4 3 Include an ice scraper a small brush or broom supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in vour vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where vour tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road vou can have a very slippery situation You ll have a lot less traction or grip and will need to be very careful What s the worst time for this Wet ice Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get
190. om driving in flat or rolling terrain If you drive regularly in steep country or if you re planning to visit there here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you don t shift down your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let your engine assist your brakes on a steep downhill slope N CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill e Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better e Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in vour own lane As you go over the top
191. on the pressure cap line up like this Start the engine and allow it to warm up lf the ENGINE COOLANT LOW message daes not appear on the Driver Information Center coolant is at the proper fill level If an ENGINE COOLANT LOW message does appear repeat steps 1 t 3 or see vour dealer IF A TIRE GOES FLAT It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Tur
192. ons But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your Cadillae s three control systems In the braking skid your wheels aren t rolling In the steering or cornering skid too much speed or steering in curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force And in the acceleration skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal Remember Any traction control system helps avoid only the acceleration skid 4 17 If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try vour best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the
193. ooklets provide owners with general operation and maintenance information SERVICE MANUALS MODEL i md FORM NO pwsmmow Davilla Concours Eldorado Sewvill amp Service Information Manual Includes Book 1 amp 2 Available 5 85 Fleetwood Service Information Manual GMP 95D includes Book 1 amp 2 Available 4 95 Order Form for Past Model Service Manuals OWNER S LITERATURE Deville Cwner Information 3547068 Concours Owner Information 3547060 Sevilla Owner Information 1995 3547057 Eldorado Owner Information 3547081 Maintenance Coupon Booklet Warranty Booklet All Models 095 Order Form for Past Model Owner s Literature rior NOTE Owner Literature Portfolios Vehicle and Owner Information Labels and Gold Keys are available by contacting your Cadillac dealership SERVICE BULLETIN INFORMATION mem Pricing and ordering information far GM Service Bulletin Subscriptions t rm ES af Service Bulletin Index A listing of all Service Bulletins released by Cadillac during the model year listed For 1994 the index contains a listing of all Service Bulletins released by General Motors wm 1884 GM SBI 94 Bound PSP Edition includes Index plus complete PSPs 20 00 Bound PSP Edition includes Index nois Bound PSP Edition includes Index plus complete PSPs SERVICE BULLETIN SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION FORM
194. orce to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash 1 14 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you To move it down squeeze the release handle and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the bottom of the release handle After vou move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release handle to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment Your car has a shoulder belt tightness adjustment feature If the shoulder belt seems too tight adjust it before you begin to drive 1 Sit well back in the seat 2 Start pulling the shoulder belt out 3 Just before it reaches the end give it a quick pull 1 16 4 Let the belt go back all the way You should hear a slight clicking sound If vou don t the adjustmen
195. our Cadillac s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn working the other part can still work and stop Nr 1 you For good braking BRAKE though you need both BRAKE parts working well If the warning light comes on there could be a brake problem Have vour brake system inspected right away One of these lights should come on briefly as you start the vehicle If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index N CAUTION Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident If the light is still on after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service The brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake and it will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means vou have a brake problem 2 30 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light ANTI Lock 85 With the anti lock brake system this lig
196. oward you 2 43 Windshield Wipers PUSH ii SET 4 CRUISE WIPER m Y DEL AY WIPER To control the wipers turn the band on the multifunction lever MIST Turn the band toward you and then release it for a single wipe cycle For more cycles hold the band on MIST longer LO or HI Turn the band away from you to either LO low speed or to HI high speed depending on the wiper speed you want DELAY With this you can set the wiper speed for a long ar short delay belween wipes Move the band to the DELAY position The closer you move it to LO the shorter the delay OFF To turn the wipers off turn the band to OFF Damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload vour wiper motor circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload 2 44 Windshield Washer lo wash your windshield press and hold the paddle labeled PUSH Once you feel you have enough washer fluid on the windshield release the paddle The wipers will continue to clear the windshield then either stop or return to your preset speed When the washer fluid reaches a low level LOW W
197. own Also see Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode listed previously in this section You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away 5 14 COOLING SYSTEM When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see A Coolant surge tank with pressure cap B Electric engine fans Z CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Kecp hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The coolant level should be visible inside the surge tank once the cap has been removed If it isn t vou may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump ar somewhere else in the cooling system CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle NOTICE Engine damage if vou keep running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine fans are
198. p your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with vou 2 15 Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle it s best to lock it up and take your keys But what if you have to leave your ignition key What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle Put your valuables in a storage area like your trunk or glove box Lockthe glove box e Lock all the doors except the driver s Then take the door key with you THEFT DETERRENT OPTION If your Cadillac has this aption it has a Theft Deterrent Alarm System With this system the SECURITY SECURITY light will flash as you open the door if your ignition 1s off This light reminds you to arm the Theft Deterrent system Here s how to do it 1 Open the door 2 Lock the door using the power door lock switch or Keyless Entry System The SECURITY light should come on and stay on 3 Close all doors The SECURITY light should go off If a door or the trunk is opened without the key or Kevless Entry System the alarm will go off It will also go off if the trunk lock is damaged Your vehicle s lights will flash and the horn will sound for three minutes and then the alarm will eo off to save battery power Remember the Theft Deterrent system won t arm if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock It arms only if you use a power door lock switch or the Keyless Entry Sys
199. pen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it I5 raining Some Other Rainy Weather Tips e Turn on your low beam headlamps not just your parking lamps to help make you more visible to others e Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray e Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires in the Index 4 23 an An One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them You ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving e Know the best way to get to where you are going Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it Whe
200. per and lower knobs to adjust the volume and balance just as you do for the radio Press the upper knob to change tape direction The arrow in the display shows which direction the tape is being played FWD Press this button to go forward rapidly to another part of the tape The radio will play during fast forward To stop the tape press the same button and the tape will start to play REV Press this button to reverse the tape To stop the tape press the same button lightly or any of the other buttons The radio will play during this reverse function 3 13 PREY Press this button to go back to the beginning of the last selection If the player has played less than 10 seconds into the current selection pressing the PREV button will cause the player to find the beginning of the previous selection and resume play from that point If the player is more than 10 seconds into the current selection pressing the PREV button will cause the player to find the beginning of the current selection and resume play from that point If PREV is pressed while the first selection an the tape is being played the player will return to the beginning of that side of the tape NEXT Press this button to advance to the next selection If the selection is at the end of the tape the tape will reverse directions and begin playing at a normal speed ST PL Press this button to switch back to the radio without ejecting the tape Press it a second time to start
201. playing the tape again EJCT Press this button to remove the tape The Delco Bose Gold Series Music System with Cassette and CD Player Option This optional sound system combines an AM FM stereo radio with a cassette tape player and a compact disc player in a single unit 3 14 The Upper Knob The upper knob does the following e It turns the radio on and off e 11 controls the volume e 11 lets you see what station you have When the radio is on press the RCL PROG knob to display the station e It tells you the time When the ignition is off press the RCL PROG knob to display the time e t allows you to hear the other side of tape play When a cassette is inserted into the player press the knob to change sides The Lower Knob Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations Press the knob to switch between AM and FM Behind the lower knob is the fade control It moves the sound between the front and rear speakers Finding a Station SCAN When you press this button the SCAN indicator in the display will light and the radio will find the next station and stay there for about five seconds Then it will go to the next station and pause and keep doing that until you press either the SCAN button again or the upper knob SEEK This button selects stations but it doesn t keep moving as SCAN does When you press SEEK the radio will automatically go to the next station and stay there Pushbuttons You can set the pu
202. pletely 12 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss cross sequence as shown Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get the right kind Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with e wrench to 100 Ib ft 140 N m Don t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire It won t fit Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare you could damage the cover or the spare Z CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place 5 30 COMPACT SPARE TIRE Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle was new it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa After installing the compact spare on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at posted speed limits for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and
203. pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly 1 29 RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER POSITION The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt See Driver Position earlier in this section When the lap portion of the belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again REAR SEAT PASSENGERS It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1 30 Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one praperly l Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt
204. queak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF YOUR CADILLAC The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water 6 57 Don t wash your vehicle in the direct ravs of the sun Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Use liquid hand dish or car washing mild detergent soaps Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or a 100 cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of vour Cadillac by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from vour dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your Cadillac has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compo
205. r 6 64 Reverse R Position Automatic Transaxle 2 25 Road Sensing Suspension 2 96 Rocking Your Vehicle de raa Kn 5 32 Rotation TIE 6 45 5 Safety Belt Extender ER Safety Belt Reminder Light A AH VK ERU ERI EA veer 1 6 2 77 BEEIY HM a a aaa Ea Iia 1 6 POUR D DESEE EOS EORR AC 1 12 CANTE eg pcan kena ae CETT vuv VOR OR WIE 5 56 Center Passenger Position 1 35 Deer PRIDE sese aes seas 1 12 EPEAT SA A E Qi EE I 1 51 How to Wear Properly ST FETE 1 12 Incorrect USAFE 1 18 1 49 1 50 1 35 Lap Shoulder Visa REGUM aci i a e ew acer 1 12 Lap Shoulder Belt uei ede 1 31 Questions People Ask 1 11 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1 30 Rear Seat Passengers iiss nemre 1 30 Replacing After Crash 1 51 Right Front Passenger Position 1 30 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster icona e EPA 1 15 Shoulder Belt Tightness Aunt dre sala 1 16 Use by Children i recen nen ns 1 0 Use by Larger Children s is li occa si 1 48 Use by Smaller Children and Babies rene 1 37 Use During 1 29 Why They Work
206. r vehicle speed Steering is easier at a lower speed for increased maneuverability and parking ease As your vehicle speed increases the steering effort is also increased proportionately At highway speeds the amount of steering effort is greatly increased to provide a manual like steering feel for maximum control and enhanced vehicle stability Road Sensing Suspension The Road Sensing Suspension RSS automatically controls the ride of your vehicle The system controls damping forces in the shock absorbers and struts in response to various road and driving conditions The system is capable of making these changes within milliseconds The Road Sensing Suspension controller is a computer used to control and monitor the system The computer receives input from vertical rotary position sensors vehicle speed sensors lift and dive signals and determines optimum strut valving suspension stiffness for your current operating conditions The computer also receives feedback from the various components to determine proper system operation If the computer receives an incorrect feedback from the system an error code will be set in memory and a SERVICE RIDE CONTROL message will display on the Driver Information Center If this message should appear have your vehicle serviced at your Cadillac dealership at your earliest convenience Oil Life Indicator This feature lets vou know when to change your engine oil It s based upon the engine oil temperatur
207. r than the AUTO setting press the button until AUTO LO is shown on the display DEFROSTER Press this hutton to remove fag ar frost from the windshield This setting sends most of the airflow to the windshield with only a small amount to the floor outlets The fan speed will work automatically to maintain your requested interior temperature If you need more air directed to your windshield you should select a higher fan speed In some cold start conditions the AUTO blower fan speed may be limited until the engine cooling system warms up This is normal to prevent windshield fogging It will help if you first clear any ice and snow from the hood and the air inlet it s between the hood and the windshield REAR DEFOGGER Press this button to turn on the rear defogger With it your rear window and both outside rearview mirrors are heated The system will automatically shut off after 10 minutes If further defogging is desired simply press the button again NOTICE Scraping the inside of your rear window could cut and damage the heating grids Your warranty would not cover this damage And don t put decals there you might have to scrape them off Electronic Solar Sensor The Electronic Solar Sensor is part of the Electronic Climate Control System The sensor monitors the sun s solar radiation The Electronic Climate Control system uses this information to automatically make the necessary temperature
208. r vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Cadillac in the Index You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work vou perform See Maintenance Record in the Index N CAUTION You can be injured if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it e Besure you have sufficient knowledge experience and the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt anv vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If you use the wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt NOTICE If you try to do your own service work without knowing enough about it vour vehicle could be damaged FUEL Use premium unleaded gasoline rated at 91 octane or higher It should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the United States and CGSB 3 5 92 in Canada These fuels should have the proper additives so you should have to add anything to the fuel In the United States and Canada it s easy to be sure you get the right kind of gasoline unleaded You ll sec UNLEADED right on the pump And only unleaded nozzles will fit into your vehicle s filler neck Be sure the posted octane is at least 91 If the octane is less than 91 you may get a heavy knocking noise when
209. r will still flow through your vehicle if you re moving The system will try to keep the air at the selected temperature but it might not be able to maintain it if its hot or cold outside The OUTSIDE temperature is always displayed when your vehicle is running You can change it from Celsius to Fahrenheit by pressing the ENG MET English metric button Temperature To select the tempe rature you Want press the blue button for a cooler setting or the red button for a warmer setting The temperature setting will he displayed on the auto digital screen LL F OUTSIDE Temperatures from 65 F 18 C to 85 29 C may be selected for automatic temperature control You may choose 60 F 16 C for maximum cooling and 90 F 33 C for maximum heating We recommend when first getting familiar with your vehicle select 75 F 24 You may find that your own personal comfort requires a slightly higher or lower setting Once you set the temperature the system will automatically maintain the set temperature ECON Even though the ECON setting is automatic the air conditioning compressor does not operate and it won t remove humidity from the air The system will however attempt to keep the air at the selected temperature Use this setting in cald or cool weather to save fuel Use the AUTO setting when it s warm outside and you need to cool the air AUTO With this setting
210. rake applied place the shift lever in PARK P With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P e Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps Turn the cap counterclockwise to unlock it Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel F pe EOr pap 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the cross hatched area 3 a 4 Ifthe fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way 6 21 How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take much fluid generally less than a pint 0 5L Don t overfill We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON IIL because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON III is not covered by your new vehicle warranty After a
211. raking system that will help prevent a hraking skid ANTI Lock 89 This light on the instrument panel will come on briefly when you start your vehicle When you start your vehicle and begin to drive away you may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise And you may even notice that your brake pedal moves a little while this is going on This is the ABS system testing itself If there s a problem with the anti lock brake system the anti lock brake system warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index 4 8 Here s how anti lock works Let s say the road is wet You re driving safely suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions 4 9 You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake vour computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember Anti lock doesn t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you won t have time to apply your brakes
212. rash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking Z CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Please don t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you re with a group designate a driver who will not drink 4 5 CONTROL OF A VEHICLE You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road Sometimes as when you re driving on snow or ice it s easy to ask more af those control systems than the tires and road can provide That means you can lose control of your vehicle 4 6 Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That s perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or
213. re any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it 1 39 Top Strap If your child restraint has a top strap it should be anchored If you need to have an anchor installed vou can ask your Cadillac dealer to put it in for you If you want to install an anchor yourself your dealer can tell you how to do it For cars first sold in Canada child restraints with a top strap must be anchored according to Canadian Law Your dealer can obtain the hardware kit and install it for vou or vou may install it yourself using the instructions provided in the kit Use the tether hardware kit available from the dealer The hardware and installation instructions were specifically designed for this vehicle 1 40 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the strap if the child restraint has one l Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 1 41 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the releas
214. re only two things which you will be responsible for during the use of your courtesy vehicle You are required to provide insurance coverage and replenish the fuel used In many cases your own auto insurance policy may provide primary coverage for the courtesy vehicle similar to rental car agreements Please check with your insurance company to be certain what s covered Gold Key Courtesy Transportation Just one more way your Cadillac Dealer is committed to you ahd 123895 09 GOOM E96 L a ey ROUGHA LEEIWOOD Dam a ORE VILLE COND RTI 3 f a OWNER ASSISTANCE CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE INFORMATION Here you will find out how to contact Cadillac if you need assistance This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects This section includes information on The Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Hearing or Speech Impaired BBB Auto Line Alternative Dispute Resolution Program Reporting Safety Defects Roadside Assistance and Service and Owner Publications CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROCEDURE Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and Cadillac Normally any concern with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer s Sales or Service Departments Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your conc
215. road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only the braking skid DRIVING AT NIGHT Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue Here are some tips on night driving e Drive defensively e Don t drink and drive e Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you Since yu can t Sec as well need Lo slow down and keep mure space between you and other vehicles e Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest 4 9 Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision For example if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night But if you re driving don t wear sunglasses at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by appro
216. ront surface panel of the armrest To store it just push it back in until a click is heard locking it in place REAR SEAT STORAGE ARMREST STS Your vehicle is also equipped with a rear seat flip up armrest which includes a storage compartment for tapes or CD s and a dual cupholder that flips forward for use To open lift the front edge GLOVE BOX The glove box is directly in front of the front passenger seat To lock the glove box door insert the oval key into the lock cylinder and turn it clockwise a quarter turn and remove the key To unlock the door turn the key counterclockwise and remove the key The key may be removed in the locked or unlocked position THEFT Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your Cadillac has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do it When vou park your Cadillac and open the driver s door you ll hear a chime reminding vou to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition and transaxle And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot clase all windows and lack your vehicle Remember to kee
217. rrow to tilt the seatback forward or backward But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle 15 moving Z CAUTION Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even if you buckle up your safety belts can t do their job when you re reclined like this The shoulder belt can t do its job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Power Lumbar Lumbar Control Feature Sp i re p i i Ten If you have this feature you can change the shape of the driver and passenger seats It works independently of the other scat controls Use the power seat control first to get the proper position Then proceed with the lumbar adjustment The lumbar control switch is located on the outboard side of each of the front seats e To reshape the lower seatback move the switch forward to increase support or rearward to decrease seatback support Move the switch up or down to raise or lower the support mechanism to suit your preference Heated Fro
218. running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they aren t vour vchicle needs service 5 16 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at a visible level within the surge tank add a 50 50 mixture of clean water preferably distilled and a proper antifreeze at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coalant mix Z CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap 5 17 Z CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mix will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix With plain water or the wrong mix your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mix o
219. s was followed by the 1949 model with the two door hardtop Coupe DeVille and the modern overhead valve high compression V8 engine Engineering innovations con veniences and styling dominated the 50s and 60s Cruise control auto matic climate control tilt and telescoping steering wheels twilight sentinel and four door hard tops all debuted in these years In 1957 the Eldorado Brougham featured ad vances such as air suspension mem seat automatic electric door locks transistor radio a brushed stainless steel roof and low profile Dres The introduced in 1953 was redesigned for 1967 as the first front wheel drive personal lux car The 472 cu in V8 engine used in all Cadillacs in 1968 and 1969 was enlarged to 500 cu in for all 1970 Eldorados An Air Cushion Restraint Sys tem airbag was available for 1974 1975 and 1976 Cadillacs Analog Electronic Fuel Injec tion was available on 1975 Cadillacs and was standard the new inter national size 1976 Seville In 1978 the Trip Computer option incor porated on board microprocessor 1957 Eldorado Brougham This rich tradition continues into the 90s as Cadillac became the first automobile manufacturer to be awarded the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award The 1992 Seville STS was thc first car ever to win all three major automotive awards Car of the Year Motor Trend Ten Bese List Car amp
220. s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the U S is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that the effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is twelve times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is twenty five times greater The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up I ll be careful isn t the right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make c
221. s where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes Everyone in your vehicle including the driver should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person N CAUTION Air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you re too close to an inflating air bag it could seriously injure you Safety belts help keep you in position for an air bag inflation in a crash Always wear your safety belt even with an amp ir bag The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle Z CAUTION An inflating air bag can seriously injure small children Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children and the caution label on the right front passenger s safety belt AIR BAG There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells vou if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air Bag System Works 1 24 Where is the air bag The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side N CAUTION Don t put anything on or attac
222. se the manual or power lock to lock the door again You can also have this feature changed where the doors will stay locked when vou shift back into PARK P Ask your dealership for details Rear Door Security Locks Your Cadillac is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your car from the inside To use this lock l Move the lever on the door all the way up to the ENGAGED position Close the door 3 Do the same thing to the other rear door lock The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use When you want to open a rear door when the security lack is on 1 Unlock the door from the inside 2 Then open the door from the outside To cancel the rear door lock 1 Unlock the door from the inside and open the door from the outside 2 Move the lever all the way down 3 Dothe same for the other rear door The rear door locks will now work normally Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle open the door set the locks from the inside get out and close the door Central Door Unlocking System Option Your vehicle will have this feature if it is equipped with the optional Theft Deterrent system When unlocking either door you can unlock the other doors by holding the key in the turned position for a few seconds Anti Lockout Feature Your vehicle is equipped with this feature If vou leave
223. shbuttons to get up to 10 favorite stations five on FM and five morc on AM 1 Choose either AM or FM Tune in the station B ot Press the SET button Press one of the five pushbuttons within five seconds un 4 Repeat these steps for each of the five pushbuttons 3 15 Setting the Tone BASS The slide control increases or decreases the bass response tone Moving the control to the right increases bass while moving it to the left decreases it TREBLE The slide control increases or decreases the treble response tone Moving the control to the right increases the treble while moving it to the left decreases it Your Cassette Tape Player Your cassette tape player works best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin that they may not work well in this player If you look at the tape or on its label or box it should say whether its bias or equalization is 70 microseconds 70 UL or 120 microseconds 120 pt Chrome and metal tapes are 70 sec and standard iron tapes are 120 sec Your tape player will adjust automatically for either type of cassette tape To Play a Cassette Tape 1 Turn the radio on 2 Insert the cassette through the tape door The TAPE indicator in the display will light If you hear nothing or hear just a garbled sound the cassette may not be in squarely Press the EJCT button to remove the tape and start over The tape equ
224. ssages in the Index When this message is displayed the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust vour driving accordingly Braking in Emergencies Use your anti lock braking system when you need to With anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking 4 11 STEERING Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels If there s no traction inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction If you ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice you ll understand this The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed ts the one factor you can control Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are bused on good weather and road con
225. stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle 6 5 Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a container to clean your Cadillac be sure to follow the manufacturer s warnings and instructions And always open your doors or windows when you re cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your vehicle Gasoline Benzene Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner e Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage vour vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach e Reducing Agents CLEANING THE INSIDE OF YOUR CADILLAC Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean damp cloth Your Cadillac dealer has two GM cleaners a solvent type spot lifter and a foam type powdered cleaner They will clean normal spots and stains very well Do not use them on vinyl or leather Here are some cleaning tips Always read the instructions on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set
226. t add anything electrical to your Cadillac unless you check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn t be covered by your warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your Cadillac see Servicing You Air Bag Equipped Cadillac in the Index 6 63 Retained Accessory Power When you stop your Cadillac and turn the key to OFF you can use these accessories for 10 more minutes Radio Power Windows Astroroof Windshield Wipers Fuel Door Release Trunk Release Everything will go off after 10 minutes or if your open a door If you want power for another 10 minutes just turn the key to RUN and then back to OFF FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by combination of mini fuses circuit breakers and maxi fuses This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems If you have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one of the same value Select a feature that you can get along without that is the same value you need like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse Be sure to use a fuse with the same amperage rating number on it ie 10A 20A etc Replace it as soon as you can 6 64 There 15 fuse removal tool a
227. t again Then see if it is secure If it isn t secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice about how to attach the child restraint properly To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to wark for an adult or larger child passenger 1 44 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 3 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 1 45 4 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 5 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button 15 positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if vou ever had to 1 46 6 Pull the rest o
228. t feature won t set and you ll have to start again 3 Now vou can add a small amount of slack Lean forward slightly then sit back If you ve added more than 1 inch 25 mm of slack pull the shoulder belt out as vou did before and start again If you move around in the vehicle enough or if you pull out the shoulder belt the belt will become tight again If this happens you can reset it The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this wav You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body Don t allow more than 1 inch 25 mm of slack 1 18 Q What s wrong with this A The belt is buckled in the wrong place You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you Q What s wrong with this The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times You injured Ri the shoulder belt ERA your arm a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs
229. t the BBB at any time The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and Cadillac If this mediation is unsuccessful an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third party arbitrator The arbitrator will make a decision which you may accept or reject If you accept the decision GM will be bound by that decision The entire dispute resolution procedure should ordin arily take about forty days from the time you file a claim until a decision is made Some state laws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state run arbitration program or in the courts For further information contact the BBB at 1 800 955 5100 or the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 458 8006 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424
230. tant considerations have to do with weight Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than 1 000 pounds 450 kg total including the load But even that can be too heavy It depends on how you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at Cadillac Consumer Relations Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 30009 Van Dyke Box 9025 Warren MI 48090 9025 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH SPT Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total capacity weight of your vehicle The capacity weight includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo vou may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must subtract the tongue load from your vehicle s capacity weight because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity 4 42 If you re using a dead weight hitch the trailer tongue A should
231. tem Here s how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident e Ifyou don t want to arm the Theft Deterrent system the vehicle should be locked with the door key after the doors are closed e Always unlock a door with a key or use the Keyless Entry System Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm If vou set off the alarm by accident unlock any door with your key You can also turn off the alarm by using the Keyless Entry System The alarm won t stop if you try to unlock a door any other way How to Test the Alarm 1 From inside the vehicle roll down your window then get out of your vehicle keeping the door open H3 From outside the vehicle with the door open lock the vehicle using the power door lock or the Keyless Entry System and close the door 3 Reach m and unlock the door using the manual lock and open the door The horn will sound and your headlamps will flash If the alarm does not sound when it should check to see if the horn works The horn fuse may be blown To replace the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If the fuse does not need to be replaced you may need to have your Cadillac serviced To reduce the possibility of theft always arm the Theft Deterrent system when leaving your vehicle 55 Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS Key 311 Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system 8 is a passive theft deterrent system This me
232. terclockwise and remove it Push and rotate the bulb counterclockwise to remove the bulb Once you have replaced the burned out bulb just reverse the steps to reassemble the taillamp 6 40 BLADE REPLACEMENT To replace the entire wiper blade follow these steps l Position the windshield wipers on the windshield in the MID wipe position To do this turn the ignition key to ACCESSORY and turn the wipers on Then with the door open turn the ignition key to OFF J ran Insert the tip of a small serewdriver into the slot as shown and gently press down to release the wiper hlade from the arm To install the wiper blade align the wiper arm pin with the hole on the wiper blade assembly and snap it into place Return the wipers to their normal position 6 41 If you only want to replace the wiper insert follow these steps 1 Position the windshield wipers on the windshield in the MID wipe position To do this turn the ignition key to ACCESSORY and turn the wipers on Then with the door open turn the ignition key to OFF Insert the tip of a small screwdriver into the slot as shown and gently press down to release the wiper blade from the arm Insert a small coin between the edge of the blade housing and the rubber blade insert Carefully apply pressure until the insert clears one side of the housing tabs Now pull the insert from the blade housing Reinstall the new insert
233. the windshield wipers have been in use for approximately 23 seconds In order to operate the wiper activated headlamps the twilight sentinel must be in the ON position This feature lights the way in poor weather and it also makes vour vehicle more visible to other drivers If the wiper activated headlamps are on and the ignition switch is turned off the wiper activated headlamps will immediately turn off The wiper activated headlamps will deactivate if you turn off the twilight sentinel or if the windshield wipers have been turned off for a period of one or two seconds Headlamp High Low Beam To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high to low pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you Then release it When the high beams are on this blue light on the instrument panel will also he on Flash To Pass Feature This lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass It works even if your headlamps are off To use it pull the multifunction lever toward you When you do e Ifyour headlamps are off your high beam headlamps will turn on They ll stay on as long as you hold the lever there Release the lever to turn them off e If your headlamps are on low beam they will shift to high beam and stay there To return to low beam just pull the lever toward vou e If your headlamps are on high beam they will switch to low beam Io get back to high beam pull the lever t
234. the Index POWER WINDOWS The controls are near cach window Here s how the master control works e Move the switch forward to raise the window e Move the switch rearward to lower the window Your vehicle has Retained Accessory Power RAP When you stop your vehicle and turn the ignition key to OFF you can still use your power windows The electrical power to operate the windows will not shut off until you open a door or 10 minutes have passed If you want this power for another 10 minutes just turn the key to RUN and back to OFF Express Down Window Auto The driver s power window has this feature Just press the switch rearward for half a second or more and then let go The window will lower completely If vou want to stop the window as it is lowering press the switch again To raise the window press and hold the switch forward HORN To sound the horn just press the center of the steering wheel TILT WHEEL A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise the steering wheel to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place 2 39 TURN SIGNAL MULTIFUNCTION LEVER The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your Turn Signal
235. the nearest Cadillac dealership How Do You Reach Roadside Service Dial the toll free Roadside Service number 1 800 882 1112 An experienced Roadside Service Advisor will assist you and request the following information descnption of the problem Name home address home telephone number Location of your Cadillac and number you are calling from The model year vehicle identification number and date of delivery Who Will Repair Your Cadillac At Roadside In many cases the advisor at the Roadside Service Center can provide instructions to get you back on the road To resolve more complex problems the advisor will page an experienced Cadillac dealership Service Technician The technician will call you and evaluate the possible cause If a roadside repair is possible the technician will come to your location and provide a permanent or temporary repair What If Your Cadillac Is In An Unsafe Location Or On A Limited Access Highway If your car is located in an area that is determined to be unsafe by you the advisor or the technician or if the vehicle is on a limited access freeway or regulated highway the advisor will arrange to tow your Cadillac to a safe location where service can be performed Additional assistance will be provided if necessary What If Your Cadillac Cannot Be Repaired At Roadside f your car cannot be repaired at roadside within a reasonable period of time approxi
236. them are above the tops of the seats Don t leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can 4 39 TOWING A TRAILER A CAUTION If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your Cadillac dealer for advice and information about towing trailer with your vehicle NOTICE Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty To pull a trailer correctly follow the advice in this part and see your Cadillac dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reason for this part In it are many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety a
237. tion Center 2 89 Door Central Unlocking System PRU QE UR EET ES 2 7 Dose ay oe CA EIU ERAS AER KEEN 2 3 Driver Information Center Control Buttons 2 88 Driver Information Center Messages 2 90 Driver FOSTER 1 12 Driving On Grades oo ee eee rm tmm UR 2 4 46 Driving Al DARA sew ER Ed 4 19 Ru E 4 24 Defensive 42 Drunken ee ee ee ee E EE 4 2 a nt ce aie Finn ETIN OE RIP RUE d 4 25 BAT aser EPLERe c d ER ob RD In tbe sre RRR TERS 4 2 Cn cei dr sre AD 4 12 On Hill and Mountain Roads E Rie acci A 4 29 Lu RINT a toO OCCORRE IC RERO 4 33 Through Deep els 2 22 WET Giada aie eat LACE heed REE DE E 4 31 cenis cocer ome LC RU A RE EE 4 45 E Electrical Equipment Adding 2 22 3 19 6 63 Electrical Systems Chart 1 ern wees 6 75 Electrochromic Rearview Mirror 4 2 61 Electronic Climate Control ECC 32 Electronic Solar SENSOR i a oer rnnt 3 7 Features YA a del Electronic Level Control V3SORYU 3C OX eee a a xai 2 98 Emission Control Systems Pape ne eee 6 75 Eng Mct Button Driver Information Center 2 89 Engine Compartment Fuse Block
238. tric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working This lets you check vour electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lights and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as vou would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help vou avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you 4 45 Making Turns NOTICE Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in adva
239. ts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Cadillac model 6 49 Z CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis 6 50 Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION Putting used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s been used or how many miles it s been driven It could fail suddenly and cause an accident If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains NOTICE Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it
240. tuations that might affect your passing patterns If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass wait for a better time e Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lines If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection delay your pass A broken center line usually indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic e Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also you won t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops Keep back a reasonable distance 4 15 When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don t get too close Time your move so you will be increasing speed as the time comes to move into the other lane If the way is clear to pass you will have a running start that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass you need only slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunity If other cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait vour turn But take care that someone isn t trying Lo pass you as you pull
241. u that your engine has overheated You should stop the car and turn the engine off as soon as possible A warning chime should also sound if this light comes on As check the light should come on for a few seconds when you start vour engine HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY In the section Problems on the Road this manual explains what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index 2 8 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light SERVICE SERVICE ENGINE A computer monitors operation of your fuel ignition and emission control systems One of these lights should come on when the ignition is on but the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working If the light doesn t come on have it fixed right away fit stays on or it comes on while vou driving the computer is indicating that vou have problem You should take your vehicle in soon for service NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while the emission controls won t work as well your fuel economy won t be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs not covered your warranty Engine Oil Warning Light Canadian Only This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure The light goes on when you turn your key to RUN or START It goes off once you start your engine That s just a check to be sure the lig
242. uit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy such as a switch being held on with the window completely up the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or the load is removed 6 7 BULB CHART Description Bulb No Ashtray Duminstiom ecg ia cee EX Cer Y o nA EE AURA 1445 Backup Lamps ur ur sen aa ORS 1156 Cornering Lamp pa bates a exu de ejes cea m oles 1156 Courtesy Reading Lamp 4 168 Fog Lamp ee BEG Glove Compartment Lamp Drusus E Headlamps Composite Inner High Beam isis as OOS Duter Tow Beat oue ERR EMR Mtt mA ES 9006 Corie ned Ere LSE O Illumination Entry Lock Lamp EET xd dod eee 192 Instrument Panel Illumination ssc 194 Instrument Panel Telltales i 194 License Plate Lamp EL TET 194 Park and Tarn Signa ueneno eoe i ee e 2357 NA Rear Fog Back Up Lamp Export P21 5W Front Fender Side Turn Signal Export WSW Side Marker Lampe i a uaa sa dade v eres 194 NA Stop Tail Turn Signal SCHO nne 2057 Stop Tail Turn Signal Export P21 5W Thank 1003 Unde rhood Lamp
243. unding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage vour vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your Cadillac garaged or covered whenever possible 6 58 ALUMINUM WHEELS Your aluminum wheels have a protective coating similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals chrome polish abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage this coating After rinsing thoroughly a wax may be applied NOTICE Don t use an automatic car wash that has hard silicon carbide cleaning brushes These brushes can take the protective coating off your aluminum wheels TIRES To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from painted surfaces Petroleum based products may damage the paint finish SHEET METAL DAMAGE
244. void sparks and help save both batteries as well as avoid damage to any of the accessories 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries N CAUTION electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery 5 Start by removing the red positive terminal cover Z CAUTION Using match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have heen hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You don t need to add water to the Delco Freedom battery installed in every new GM vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you don t explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engines are running 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If 7 thev do you could get a shock The vehicles could also be damaged Before you connect the cables here are som
245. vou or others could be hurt 11 You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen Vehicle Damage Warnings Also in this book you will find these notices NOTICE These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle In the notice area we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help av oid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use yellow for cautions blue for notices and the words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you will find on your vehicle For example these symbols are used on an original battery CALTON PROTECT EVES POSSIBLE IN FUR Or AWDHO SPARKS DR FLAMES These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven SPANN DR FLAME fATTERY LOCK UNLDCK FASTEN SEAT BELTS These symbols have to do with your lights LAMPS OF HGH EAM 1 WNOSHIELD WINDSHIELD WIPER WASHER DERS TEN iT TIO F AP YES TILA INL WASHER WAFER REAR Vite Dx nw
246. weigh 10 of the total loaded trailer weight B If you have a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 12 of the total loaded trailer weight H After you ve loaded vour trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires Be sure your vehicle s tires are inflated to the recommended pressure for cold tires You ll find these numbers on the Certification label at the rear edge of the driver s door or see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue 4 43 Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follaw Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle see Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to them Use only a frame mounted hitch that does
247. ximately how much fuel is in your tank It works only when the ignition is in GAL H the RUN position PREMIUM LINLEADED FUEL ONLY Digital Gage If the fuel level is within approximately one gallon 3 8 liters of being full the letter F is shown If the fuel level is between one and two gallons 3 8 and 7 6 liters from being empty the letter E 15 shown If the fuel supply gets down to approximately one gallon 3 8 liters the E will flash and the FUEL LEVEL VERY LOW message will appear in the Driver Information Center DIC On the analog fuel gage the FUEL LEVEL VERY LOW message will also appear Here are a few concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage All of these situations are norma and indicate that nothing is wrong with the fuel gage e At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads F e It takes more or less gas to fill the tank than the gage said For example the gage read 8 GALLONS but it took more or less than the tank s remaining capacity to fill it The gage may change when you turn stop or speed up Fuel Data Panel Your Fuel Data Panel tells you all you need to know about your fuel economy and how far you can travel with the fuel remaining Here s how it works Press the AVG button to display the Average Mile Per Gallon AVG MPG You can also display it in metric units by pressing the ENG MET button When AVG MPG is selected the total distance
248. y do not send cash O MasterCard VISA Discover Card Selo 10 NOTES NOTES 12 NOTES NOTES NOTES NOTES d i ZEE IHE E ak LEN TIA 0461 SEVILLE INDEX AC Overheat AC Off Message 220 Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid 5 22 HIAES ORA REEF CUN 5 30 Electrical 2 22 3 19 6 63 Engine Coolant ao AA 6 25 Engine ae katie yore ERE OE e 11 Power Steering Riu Ci isse toe Senco EE e 6 27 Sound Equipment a re rris 3 19 Windshield Washer Fluid iiie 2 46 6 28 Alt Bak erick Che CR Ee E Er SWR ose Rasen CE EAE M 1 22 How Does It Restrain stores una a 1 26 How It Works ME TETUR ONERE UII 1 24 IEEE era 1 25 Readiness Light CUSTO 1 24 2 77 colas cani EN 1 28 What Makes It Inflate 1 26 What Will You See After It 1 27 When Should It Inflate serere 1 26 Pare CRORE UV eerie ata 222222 amp 16 AXE eis cae nn 3 4 Air Conditioning Refrigerants 6 76 AX is Cores cok eee co ea e E ECRIRE eae 4 1 Alarm Theft Deterrent Syst
249. y in those parts of the country that have high carbon monoxide levels In addition some gasoline suppliers are now producing reformulated gasolines These gasolines are specially designed to reduce vehicle emissions General Motors recommends that you use reformulated gasoline By doing so you can help clean the air especially in those parts of the country that have high ozone levels You should ask your service station operators if their gasolines contain deposit control additives and oxygenates and if they have been reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions FUELS IN FOREIGN COUNTRIES If you plan on driving in another country outside the U S or Canada unleaded fuel may be hard to find Do not use leaded gasoline If you use even one tankful your emission controls won t work well or at all With continuous use spark plugs can get fouled the exhaust system can corrode and your engine oil can deteriorate quickly Your vehicle s oxygen sensor will be damaged All of that means costly repairs that wouldn t be covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation North American Export Sales N AES 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ont
250. y with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here are some things to do to summon help and keep vourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm You can run the engine to keep warm but be careful Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill vou You can t see it or smell it so you might not know it is in vour vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged batterv to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on wit
251. you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P range before starting the engine Your Cadillac has a brake transaxle shift interlock You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when when the ignition key is in the RUN position If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P and release the shift lever button on the floor shift console models as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever on floor shift console models See Shifting Qut of PARK P in this section REVERSE R Use this gear to back up NOTICE Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle Shift ta REVERSE R only after your vehicle has stopped Also use this gear to rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice ar sand without damaging your transaxle See If You re Stuck in Sand Ice or Snow in the Index for additional information NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL only Also use NE
252. your A Sling Type B Wheel Lift C Car Carrier If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps aero skirting or special tires and wheels these instructions and illustrations may not be correct Before you do anything turn on the hazard warning flashers When you call tell the towing service That your vehicle cannot be towed from the front or rear with sling type equipment That your vehicle has front wheel drive The make model and year of your vehicle Whether you can still move the shift lever If there was an accident what was damaged 5 10 When the towing service arrives let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations The operator may want to see them When your vehicle is being towed have the ignition key off The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing service Do not use the vehicle s steering column lock for this The transaxle should be in NEUTRAL N and the parking brake released 5 11 Don t have your vehicle towed on the front wheels unless you must If the vehicle must be towed on the front wheels don t go more than 35 mph 56 km h or farther than 25 miles 40 km or your transaxle will be damaged If these limits must be exceeded then the front wheels have to be supported on a dolly
253. your maintenance schedule booklet for the proper fluid and change intervals CHECK BRAKE FLUID 37 This message is displayed to inform the driver that the brake reservoir fluid level is low Check the brake reservoir level and add as needed Have the brake system serviced by a Cadillac technician as soon as possible If the brake warning light is on follow the directions in that part CHECK COOLANT LEVEL 04 This message will appear when there is a low level of engine coolant Have the cooling system serviced by a Cadillac technician as soon as possible CHECK FUEL GAGE 39 This message will appear when your fuel supply is less than four gallons and your display is turned off 2 4 LOW OIL LEVEL 36 For correct operation of the low oil sensing system the vehicle should be on a level surface A false LOW OIL LEVEL message may appear if the vehicle is parked on grades The oil level sensing system does not check for actual oil level if the engine has been off for a short period of time and the oil level is never sensed while the engine is running If the LOW OIL LEVEL message appears and your vehicle has been parked on level ground with the engine off for at least 30 minutes your oil level should be checked by observing the oil dipstick Prior to checking vour oil level be sure your engine has been off for five minutes and your vehicle is on a level surface Then check your dipstick and add oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the

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