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1998 Cadillac Catera Owner`s Manual

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2. 4 22 TEC EO AR 4 33 Hood Service Parts Identification 6 54 Checking Things Under Cube Face aia d eate E s d 6 8 Tire Loading Information 4 28 REESE RIETI TE PE a d Vehicle Identification Number VIN 6 54 exa da es ASISTE HQ 2 32 5 2 39 2 45 How to Use this Manual VER TTE RES v gd pact rae 2 45 Hydraulic Brake Warning Lights E ERE EFC HEURE DR ARE MED 2200 Lamps On Reminder DOCERE PEE 2 41 Lap Shoulder Belt AENA 1 19 1 36 Leaving Your 2 7 I You re Stuck 10 Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 31 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running 2 26 gnition Positions 2 16 Yes f eling Indicator Light 2 76 Illuminated Entry LIGAT EFL 2 45 Lipht Sensor Twilight Sentinel 2 44 Illuminated Visor Vanity 2 50 Lighter M nie mmobbli er os sia a s a kee 2 14 t sind fan e ce er e Lighting Perimeter
3. 2 50 Manual Folding Outside Rearview 2 47 Power Remote 2 47 BENED ITO ETE Eos 6 4 Mode 3 3 Model Reference X ii Mountain Roads Xa ENTIRE a XR 4 22 Multifunction Lever 2 33 Na tenter 2 49 Neutral Automatic Transmission 2 21 New Vehicle 2716 We eee Shi meee epee ee eRe Es 4 15 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 64 TT 22 2 63 EY 2 63 Off Road Recovery TAE CIL ERI Ria as te 6 Oil Pressure 2 22222 2 73 CSI VOD erue yee fie eee ee nes EBD Ordering Service and Owner Publications 7 13 7 14 7 15 Outside Rearview Mirrors Manual Folding 2 47 Outside Temperature Display 3 3 Overheating Engine EEG UE TERCER 5 12 Owner Publications Ordering 7 13 7 14 7 15 8 7 Spotting Chemical 6 52 Park Automatic Transmission 2 20 shifting Into CU E
4. 1 33 How the Systems Work 1 30 CT RI E EROR T 1 30 Readiness Light 1 30 2 65 RR ak 1 35 What Makes it Inflate ERR ORUM TES TR TCR TE 8 an 1 33 What Will You See After it Inflates 1 34 When Should it Inflate 1 32 Lor uuu a Eo n nin wa 6 15 Nr Tro n 3 6 Air Conditioning Refrigerants a Alarm Theft Deterrent 2 13 Alignment and Balance Tire 6 43 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 6 50 Antenna Heated 3 30 EE ES ara wea 6 20 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 68 4 7 Brakes ABS 365355 ee ee pe 4 7 Anti Lockout Feature 2 7 Ant Pinch Feature se tik ees 2 32 4 33 AONTAN ET a nET EEEE 6 45 Appearance Care Materials Chart 6 53 Arbitration Program 7 11 Ashtrays and Cigarette E REUS 2 49 Assist Handles oe le llle era 2 51 Audio Equipment Adding 3 28 Audio Steering Wheel Controls Audio System cise cee eae peek esa
5. ara rana eos dq EA cag wie las 4 30 Turn Signals When Towing MEA Ciduda dud d s 4 35 2 2222 22 12 5 4 32 Transmission Fluid Automate 6 18 Transmitters Remote Keyless Entry System 2 8 Transportation Gold Key Courtesy 7 8 Trip Odameter llic ee IAE 2 2 63 Trunk ow eee eee IERI DLE CE Re Lc 2 11 RUE EY 2 75 ee eee eee 2 11 Trunk Mounted CD Changer 3 22 TTWN LIE Corp PE a E OA E 7 4 Turn and Lane Change Signals 22 2 33 Turn Signal Multifunction 2 33 Turn Signals When ieee a Trailer serae 735 Twilight Sentinel Underbody Maintenance 222 0 Understanding Radio Reception C Ge 3 27 Universal Transmitter PRESENTIS 2 55 V hicle Control ety UR tt 4 6 Damage Warmngs amp once shee eb eee cea ea es 2 itus c WE 6 64 Identification Number VIN Pera hee ERE AE ESAE 6 54 SUPIDOB La umso o ior ER vii Ventilation System reo 3 7 Visor Vanity Mirror 2 50 2 50 ura He DES
6. Part a e o RICCA ORE 1 43 Securing in a Rear Seat Position 1 48 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position 1 31 1 48 1 47 IRIS ane me emailer 6 35 Chrome Wheels Cleaning 6 50 Coupes 2 49 Caner ls ce ee chee ee A xu gas 6 15 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Wheels 6 50 Exterior Lamps Lensts 6 49 HABES i viaa accu d rae Eque es 6 46 6 47 Glass Surfaces UI Er rac C art ER 6 48 Inside of Your Vehicle 6 46 Interior Plastic Components a ara Ace REX 6 47 Outside of the Windshield and uer Blades 6 49 Outside of Your Vehicle 6 49 Speaker Covers 6 48 Sp ci Probe cir e M 6 47 AH l4 IU TED ERATES RUTAS abus acp 6 51 Top of the Instrument Panel 6748 uH ATS COSCO SEE TDI CA 6 47 Yea I ye Lr EAE E 6 50 Climate Control System 3 2 Clock Setting the Pede MATO Mai 5X tueid 3 9 Comfort Controls eet te ER 3 2 Compact Disc Changer Errors 3 25 Console Shift Level 2 25 Console 2 48 Contiot of g
7. The other label 1s 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 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle If you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Don t carry more than 176 Ibs 80 kg in the trunk Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If vou do parts on your vehicle can break or it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle 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 tum quickly or if there 15 a crash they ll keep going 4 29 Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash 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 Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seat
8. 4 28 Locks Anti Lockout Feature 2 1 Autonamnc Door 5212222 2 2 2 5 tac era cR RU a e aea MOL 2 4 EC eS 6 6 Power Door Debes 2 5 Programmable Automatic 2 5 Rear Door Security ec eee eee 2 6 Loss of Control 4 13 Low Coolant Warning Li ght CY 2 70 Low Fuel Light CTI CE I E 2 76 Low Washer Fluid Warning boe E EE 2 75 Lumber coser ere peer tor EE OEC Y ECHOS 1 3 Maintenance Normal Replacement Parts ace 6 64 Maintenance Underbody 6 52 Maintenance When Trailer Towing dM Malfunction Indicator Lamp Manual Folding Outside Rearview Mirrors 2447 Manual Front Passenger s Seat 1 2 Manual Lumbar Support 1 3 Manual Operation Climate Controls 3 4 Map Lamps 2 2 2222222 2 E GE GT 2 46 Map Packets ARCET Ra ACRI CRETA EC 2 48 Memory Seat and Mirrors 1 5 el kk ka EE ERR RR A A ROMPE E 6 4 RTE OUI OCIO UE eR ON A 2 46 ats a 2 47 Electrochromic Day Night Rearview 222 2 46 Illuminated Visor Vanity
9. atin oc 2 75 LLL ccn cine Satan yw ee ES 2 73 Garment Hooks EGRE AU EA KO CE e CRT 2 51 URE TEN TEM EE 4 29 Gear Positions Automatic Transmission 2 20 CHONG BGR 2 48 Gold Key Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Gross Axle Weight Rating 22 8 29 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 4 29 il Ves are 4 29 9904 8 m 6 30 Handles Assist USA OR eed eae RU IPM diets 2 51 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Rraralnf amp 06909465 5046 bse een ee 1 8 Head Restraints Removable 1 9 HIA mp e orent el 2 40 6 30 PATE aga oie dale elm icon PDC PN Y RES 6 33 Bulb Replacement 6 30 High Low On Reminder E ESOS eis 2 41 Wiper Activated 2 22 SES 2 41 WINE cece ee ere eee ee 6 55 Hearing Impaired Customer Assistance 7 4 Heated Backlite Antenna 3 30 Heated 5 RR TR 1 6 1 13 Hoana crap ener ten Are sar eae 3 6 High Beam Headlamps XE 2 34 Highway Hypnosis DC EV FIORI vastas a A ME Hill and Mountain Roads
10. the interior lamps for approximately 20 seconds a When you press this symbol to lock the doors including the fuel door the parking lamps will blink once This also arms the optional theft deterrent system gm Press this symbol to open the trunk Press this button to unlock the fuel door Note that pressing the transmitter buttons numerous times approximately 500 times out of the vehicle s operating range may cause the transmitter not to work Replacing the battery and pressing the transmitter buttons 10 or more times out of range will also cause the transmitter not to work To reset the transmitter you must be within the vehicle s operating range Press and hold the trunk button and within one second press the lock button Continue to hold both buttons for approximately three seconds See your dealer for service if your transmitter still doesn t work properly Matching Transmitter s To Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can purchased through your dealer Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about four years You can tell the battery is weak if the trans
11. This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on it repaired This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways Light Flashing misfire condition has been detected misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required e Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reducing vehicle speed Avoiding hard accelerations Avoiding steep uphill grades If you are towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it 15 possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following lf the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine f the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service 2 71 If the Light Is On Stea
12. Turning the control dial to position A fully opens the glass panel and sunshade The sunshade can also be opened by hand If you want to stop the roof in a partially opened position turn the control dial to any position between and E The positions range from about 25 percent open to approximately 80 percent open Turn the dial to position E to fully close the glass panel To close the sunshade manually pull it forward To raise the glass panel turn the control dial to the left to one of the three tilt positions The positions range from about 40 percent tilted F to fully tilted G To close the vent turn the dial to the right to position E Anti Pinch Feature If a hand an arm or another object is in the way of the power sunroof closing the glass panel will immediately stop at the obstruction and open to preset factory position Pressing and holding the power sunroof control dial in the up position will turn off the anti pinch feature If this happens the sunroof won t stop if something gets in the way You or others could be injured and your sunroof could be damaged Be careful not to press and hold the power sunroof control dial in the up position Manual Operation If a failure in the power supply system occurs the sunroof can be manually closed by inserting a screwdriver into the slot as shown Turning the screwdriver to the left will close the sunroof The screwdriver 15 provided in the tool ki
13. Windshield Washer Lever Comfort Controls omman Air Outlets Lamp Controls Horn oz z Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Audio System Hood Release Hazard Warning Flasher Button Fuel Door Release Button Heated Front Seat On Off Button Option Ashtray Radio Trunk Release Button Traction Control On Off Button Glove Box 2 61 Instrument Panel Cluster SEU O OOY do SE OP ID e Ges zz United States version shown Canadian similar 2 62 Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour mph and kilometers per hour km h The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles used in the United States or kilometers used in Canada Trip Odometer The trip odometer tells how far you have driven since you last reset it To set it to zero press the knob located below the speedometer on the instrument cluster Tachometer This gage indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm 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 the engine s rpm are critically high the fuel supply to the engine is shut off When the engine speed slows the fuel
14. po pieper ayap m m en 4 6 Conveneneos Net 2 2 49 Convex Outside Minor 2 47 ra vic EEE EEE 6 20 AGIS co E er arco 6 23 en on 6 2 Hunter meh IEE 2 19 Surge Tank Erga 5 14 WIStIO 2 gt lt lt 6 21 Cosme eec eee ree 22221 5 14 Comering Lamps zoe 2 43 Cile Conbol coca uoc E cra e Para pe 2 36 Ore CoL DIRE ce eee chere eno 2 74 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone CUT RR 7 4 Customer Assistance Information Meque 7 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 7 2 Dosage 222221 2 0 6 51 Damage Sheet Meta rr 6 51 Daytime Running Lamps 2 4 Lead Banery 3 3 Defects Reporting Safety 7 12 7 13 DATUR 4 2 Defogger Rear Window 3 8 doe ye CR IRR RR RR 3 8 Lern oe ba rere CS 6 64 Dolby B Noise Reduction 3 12 3 19 Door Central Unlocking System 2 5 ete asin pata alice a QA URS RC Ate 2 4 Drive Position Automatic Transmission 2 22 Dn
15. Inhilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON III because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transmission Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON III is not covered by your new vehicle warranty Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant Refer ta the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant 5ee Periodic Maintenance Inspections and Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Maintenance Schedule booklet How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole 6 19 What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule booklet Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have
16. Many of these are important for your safety and that af your passengers So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer Load pulling components such as the engine transmission 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 legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls 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 other parts could be damaged 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
17. engine is cool Climb a long hill on a hot day Stop after high speed driving Idle for long periods in traffic Tow trailer 5 13 If vou get the overheat warning with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 Turn off your air conditioner 2 Dial temperature control to the highest heat setting and open the windows as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower 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 down You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away 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 Cooling Fans N CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools from any underhood
18. 4 10 Wheel Controls for Audio System 3 26 wae sees 2 33 8 10 Storage Area Center Console 2 48 Storage Compartments 2 48 Sun Visors 2 2 50 E 2 51 Surge Tank 5 14 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6 23 menter vii Tachometer ee ee ee Er d 2 63 Taillamp Bulb Replacement 6 36 Tape Player Care Seine AES Telephones Cellulat eorr mene 2 50 Temperature Knobs Climate Control System 3 2 TB I v OE E EXE E UO Esos 2 12 Theft Deterrent Alarm System E 2 13 Deterrent Feature 3 26 E e TEE ri Than S eO EY EUER TREE REX 6 23 Third Gear Automatic Transmission 2 22 corsi C eee aet e 2 23 WBE on erre reser rra EAEE REC 2 33 Time Setting the Bo EM Rue EE VEIT 3 9 SUR GO TOI 6 37 Alignment and Balance 6 43 Huy NOW tee sie IC 6 41 ee eee WEE 1 6 45 Changing a Flat aad
19. 6 30 Bulb Replacement 6 64 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 1 Service Your 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 ACDelco Genuine 6 2 Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper Cadillac Service Manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record in the Maintenance Schedule booklet You can be injured and vour vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on vehicle without knowing enough about it Besure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any 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 w
20. 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 Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as 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 2 car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally 4 17 Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So 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 do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more 15 low It can happen 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 is raining 4 18 Driving Through Deep Standing 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
21. If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow What you don t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is ta spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but vou must use caution TOOL BAG P d If you let your tires spin at high speed they explode and vou or others could be injured And the transmission or other parts of the The jacking tools are stored on the passenger s side vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine of the trunk behind the panel with the red pull handle compartment fire or other damage When you re Make sure these tools are properly secured when not stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Don t ME spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h as shown on the speedometer 5 31 Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting vour transmission back and forth you can destroy your transmission For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index 5 3 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels You should turn your traction contro system off See Traction Control System in the Index Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal w
22. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem Voltmeter You can read battery voltage on the voltmeter If it reads less than 12 volts or more than 16 volts while the engine is running and it stays there you may have a problem with the electrical charging system Have it checked right away Driving with the voltmeter reading in the lower warning zone could drain or damage the battery Driving with the voltmeter reading in the upper warning zone could cause bulbs to burn out especially headlamp bulbs various vehicle modules to shut down due to overload protection and the possibility of a battery acid leak If you idle the engine for a while the voltmeter reading might move into the red zone If the reading stays in the red zone while you are driving you may have a problem with the electrical charging system Have it checked While the voltmeter reads in the red zone the battery may not be able to power certain electrical accessories like ABS If this happens the ABS light will come on See Anti Lock Brakes System Warning Light in this section If you must drive a short distance with the voltmeter reading in a warning zone turn off all the accessories including the comfort controls and the audio system 2 67 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system the light s will come on when you start your engine and may stay on
23. If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs the CD symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play When a CD begins playing a disc and track number will be displayed The disc numbers are listed on the front of the magazine of the CD functions are controlled by the radio buttons except for ejecting the CD magazine PUSHBUTTONS Press buttons one through six to select compact discs one through six Press and hold one of the six pushbuttons until a beep sounds to select compact discs 7 through 12 These pushbuttons represent the order of the discs loaded in the changer DSPL Press and hold this button to see the track elapsed time This button is available on the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player only REV RW Press and hold this button to reverse quickly through a track selection FF Press and hold this button to advance quickly through a track selection 3 23 If your vehicle is equipped with the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player use SEEK TUNE For all other audio systems use TUNE SEEK SEEK TUNE Press the right arrow to seek to the next selection Press the left arrow to search for the previous track selection The sound will mute while seeking TUNE SEEK When this button is pressed it has two positions This button works the same whether it is pressed to the first or second position Press this button to seek to the next or previous selection on the compact disc SCAN Press t
24. Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous e 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 4 To reinstall the wiper blade assembly slide it over pressure Tire pressure should be checked the wiper arm to engage the J hooked end on when vour tires are cold wiper blade assembly Pull up on the assembly to Overinflated tires are more likely to be lock it into place cut punctured or broken by a sudden A impact such as when you hit a pothole Tires Keep tires at the recommended pressure Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by Worn old tires can cause accidents If your leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions tread is badly worn or if your tires have about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see been damaged replace them your Catera Warranty booklet for details See Inflation Tire Pressure in this section for inflation pressure adjustment for higher speed driving Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label which is located on the rear edge of the driver s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold
25. This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best The climate control system will cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle While in the automatic operation mode the system will use recirculation as necessary to cool the air You may also need to adjust the interior temperature Turn either TEMP AUTO knob to the right to increase the temperature or to the left to decrease temperature Adjust the fan speed as needed In order to obtain the maximum cool setting both the driver s and passenger s TEMP AUTO knobs must be turned to 60 F 16 C Heating Adjust the interior temperature to your comfort level by turning either TEMP AUTO knob to the right to increase temperature or to the left to decrease temperature If the fan speed needs adjusting press the up or down arrow Outside air will be brought in and sent through the floor outlets The heater works best if you keep the windows closed while using it In order to obtain the maximum heat setting both the driver s and passenger s TEMP AUTO knobs must be turned to 90 F 32 C Ventilation System The direction of airflow for the rear seats can also be adjusted Move the center control dial between each vent up or down to adjust the airflow from low to high Rotate the dial to the O position to stop airflow Move the lever in the center of each vent to direct airflow toward the upper or
26. 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 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 the Index Windows Power Windows The controls are located next to the console shift lever Tap the controls forward or rearward to raise or lower the windows in increments To express open the window press the control rearward for about one second and then release If you want to stop the window as it is lowering tap the control Pressing the control forward for about one second and then releasing it will express close the window When you stop vour vehicle and turn the ignition key to you can still use the power windows The electrical power to operate the windows will not shut off until a door is opened there is no time limit to this feature s soon as a door 1s opened power window movement will stop immediately Programming the Power Windows If the battery on your vehicle has been recharged disconnected or is not working vou will need to reprogram each power window in order for the express open and close features to work To program each window your vehicle s doors must closed Press and hold the power win
27. 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 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 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 your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spat 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 vour 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 15 Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two lane roads Reconsider before passing the next vehicle Don tovertake a s
28. followed by this button again to turn off MSG 3 When RDS is on if the current station has message MSG will appear on the display Press the RDS SELECT button followed by this button to see the message If the whole message does not appear on the display parts of the message will appear every three seconds until the message is completed To see the parts of the message faster than every three seconds press this button again A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete message has been displayed MSG will disappear from the display until another new MSG is received Each message can only be read once 3 16 PTY 4 This button is used to turn on and off Program Type PTY seeks and scans Press the RDS SELECT button followed by this button The PTY display will turn on RDS SELECT PTY NEWS will appear on the display for three seconds The PTY shown will be the last PTY selected Press the RDS SELECT button followed by this button again to turn the PTY display off PTY gt 5 6 With RDS on press the RDS SELECT button followed by or gt The PTY display will turn on if it is not already on RDS SELECT PTY NEWS will appear on the display for three seconds The PTY shown will be the last PTY selected While this message is displayed use lt and gt to move up and down the PTY list If you pause on PTY for three seconds PRESET PTY NEWS will appear on the display While this
29. mayonnaise chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain 2 First clean with cool water and allow to dry completely 3 stain remains follow instructions for Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth e Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may have to do it more than once Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and a vinyl leather cleaner See vour dealer for this product Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry For stubborn stains use a leather cleaner See your dealer for this product Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather 6 47 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 Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft clo
30. perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcahol 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 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 a Sometimes as when you re driving on snow or ice it s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide That means you can lose control of your vehicle 4 6 Braking 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 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 be a lot of distance in emergency so keeping enoug
31. things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie 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 vour clothing to keep warm 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 you You can t see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your 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 You can run the engine to keep warm but be careful 4 27 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 battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the e
32. 90510338 Spark Plugs 90541059 Bosch Plug FLR9LTE Leu reor tI er 90502201 Windshield Wiper Blades 90543916 RH 90543915 LH 6 64 Vehicle Dimensions Wheel Base 107 4 inches 272 8 cm Length 194 inches 492 8 Height EE 56 3 inches 143 1 cm saca 70 3 inches 178 6 cm Front 59 3 inches 150 6 Rear TEMA 59 8 inches 152 cm EF VLA ED Section 7 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 7 2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 7 12 Warranty Information 7 4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects to the United TTY Users States Government 7 5 Roadside Service 7 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the 7 7 Roadside Service for the Hearing or Canadian Government Speech Impaired 7 13 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 8 Gold Key Courtesy Transportation 7 13 Ordering Service and Owner Publications 7 8 Transportation Options in Canada 7 1 GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program Customer Satisfaction Procedure 7 2 Catera dealers have the facilities traimed technicians and up to date information to promptly address any concerns you may have However if a concern has not b
33. Audio Systems In this section you ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle 3 2 Comfort Controls 3 21 Radio Data Systems RDS Program Type 3 2 Electronic Climate Control ECC PTY Selections 3 3 Automatic Operation 3 22 Trunk Mounted CD Changer Option 3 4 Manual Operation 3 25 CD Adapter Kits 3 6 Air Conditioning 3 2 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 6 Heating 3 26 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 7 Ventilation System 3 27 Understanding Radio Reception 3 8 Defrosting 3 27 Tips About Your Audio 5ystem 3 8 Rear Window Defogger 3 28 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3 9 Audio Systems 3 30 Care of Your Compact Discs 3 9 Setting the Clock 3 30 Care of Your Compact Disc Player 3 9 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 3 30 Heated Backlite Antenna 3 13 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data Systems RDS If Equipped Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your air system work for you Your comfort control system uses ozone friendly R 134a refrigerant You can control the heating cooling and ventilation systems in your vehicle Guidelines for using these systems are found later in this section Electronic Climate Control ECC Fan Button The button with the fan symbol adjusts the fan speed Press the up arrow to increase fan speed and the down arrow to decre
34. But sometimes you can t there isn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a 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 are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a 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 avoided 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 4 11 Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving OFF ROAD RECOVERY LEFT APPR QUARTER 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 one quarter turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge Then turn
35. CHMSL is equipped with high durability illumination If a bulb problem does occur see your 2 On the outboard side of each low beam headlamp dealer for assistance you will find the turn signal bulbs Turn the lamp assembly to the left to remove 6 35 Taillamp and Rear Turn Signal Lamp l 2 Open the trunk to access the lamp housing Depending on which outer bulb needs replacing open either the spare tire cover on the driver s side or the storage compartment on the passenger s side to access the bulbs Press the tab on the lamp housing up and then pull the bulb assembly straight out Twist the bulb out and then replace it When you replace the bulb you need to push it in and twist it into place Note that the taillamp assembly running across the rear deck lid is equipped with high durability illumination If a bulb problem does occur see your dealer for assistance Wiper Blade Replacement It s a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly on a regular basis or when worn For proper windshield wiper blade type see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts later in this section To replace the wiper blade assembly 1 Position wipers on the windshield in the mid wipe position Press the tabs together and pull the wiper blade assembly down enough to release it from the J hooked end of the wiper arm Slide the assembly away from the arm Replace the blade N CAUTION
36. Ea Pw a dd 2 57 Waming Devices Other aina aaa 5 2 Warning Lights meet et and Indicators Warranty Information Washing Your Vehicle 6 49 Waalherstipk vc esc mice rtt RON ONE MOM 6 49 Weight of the Trailer 4 32 Weight of the Trailer Tongue 4 32 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance Belt 2 2 2 2 2 2 6 63 ie cece LL WIG sa ioral aM QUE 44444 2 4 4423 Where to Put Child Restraints 1 47 8 12 xi vack aa vae mrt rn hes 2 31 Anti Pinch Feature 2 12 2 53 PUWEE II rid cad ve e M Ra 2 31 Programming the Power Windows 2 31 Rear LOCKOUE hne nn ttn 2 32 Windshield Washer 2 35 erar re ern 2 35 6 25 Windshield Wipers gt 2 34 Blade Replacement 6 36 FUE FK EUER 6 55 Winter Driving Made us DAR 4 24 Wiper Activated Headlamps a EI Ea diei EE Eds 2 4 Wiring Headlamp 6 55 We Liu sa na sca a mc RR
37. 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 second skid if it occurs 4 14 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 trv your 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 15 slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the 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 15 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 Drive defensively Don t drink and drive Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep more
38. Index You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split 6 40 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 be followed by an MS mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction bias bias belted or radial as your original tires Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and b
39. Overheating in the Index Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 14 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 20 5 3 Jump Starting 5 2 5 7 Towing Your Vehicle 5 31 5 12 Engine Overheating Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or 5now Hazard Warning Flashers Pressing this button on the center console makes the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off The indicator light on the button also flashes Pressing the button again turns the flashers off The flashers work regardless af the key position When the hazard warning flashers are on the turn signals won t work since they are already flashing Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others They your vehicle also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off 5 2 Jump Starting If the battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Please follow the steps below to do it safely 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 b
40. Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 Filling Your Tank 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 The cap is behind a hinged door on the passenger s side of your vehicle To use this feature your vehicle must be in PARK P Press the FUEL DOOR unlock button located on the instrument panel center console to unlock and open the fuel door You can also press the fuel button on the remote keyless entry transmitter to access the fuel cap Your vehicle may or may not have a tethered fuel cap Hang the fuel cap inside the fuel door as shown the arrow To remove the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise The cap has a spring in it if you let go of the cap too soon it will spring back to the right ib M M lt If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your
41. UE NIORT MO 6 64 CILE quaes uides 6 43 Replacing Safety 1 57 Reporting Safety Defects EARS ad a 7 12 7 13 Restramts CHAINE a 1 56 eat TES DERNIER E EE ME 1 43 o rua RI 1 8 Replacing System Parts After a Crash 1 57 Retained Accessory 2 17 Reverse Automatic Transmission 2 21 Right Front Passenger Position 1 27 RORIS chat crac este ER ERAT TA Few Wu due 2 8 Roadside Service 7 5 Rocking Your Vehicle 5 32 ical dae 6 39 Surety PS ros een eee 148 479 4 9 6 1 13 a en la 1 19 Curb Res ECCE aL Children Re EE 1 40 Driver Position E I E MEUS iris qu 1 19 ia aa RO E TRE TETTE TRE TE iaa 1 56 How to Wear Properly 1 19 USAge 55 noma IL 1 54 1 55 MECH 2 1219 1 36 Larger Children ris alas eels aa a P 1 53 Questions and Answers 1 18 Rear Seat Passenger Positions 1 36 Rear Seat Passengers 1 36 Reminder Light 2 22 24 1 14 2 64 Re
42. Ver 1 19 Driver s Side Instrument Panel Fuse Block n pasara 6 37 Driver s Side Temperature Knob 3 2 Driving iU DRIED NETT rua ec e REUS 4 19 priu Dronken diee 4 3 PIECE enu ee reus v VERA SU ONERE Qe EAS 4 20 Ia BRE Lo UIDERI 4 26 In Foreign Countries 6 5 In the Rain and on Wet Roads 4 16 ERG QE 4 15 On UTER En ect 4 10 On Grades While Towing a Trailer 4 35 On Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 On Snow and ORO TAPER 4 25 Through Deep Standing 4 18 WINE RARE Sy Ste i 4 24 Witha Trailer TRITT TT 4 34 65 42 ale 2 41 Electrical Equipment Adding KEEN 2 18 Electrical rrr trs 6 55 Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror 20 2 46 Electronic Climate Control BEEN are ATE N EAT 3 2 Electronic Level 4 30 Emergency Trunk Release Ver 2 12 DEUS rA d 3 Y 6 10 Compartment Relay Center 6 61 ee ce eR AKT RIEN E RON 6 20
43. a few seconds The tape will go to a selection stop for a few seconds then go on to the next selection Press this button again to stop scanning SIDE Press this button to change the side of the tape that is playing 25 EJECT Press the upward triangle button to remove a tape The radio will play Eject may be activated with the radio off and or the ignition off CLEAN TAPE If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold the eject button for three seconds to reset the CLEAN TAPE indicator Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Auto CrO 2 allows the cassette tape player to adjust to the type of cassette tape for clearer sound for CrO2 cassette tapes 3 19 Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in If the ignition and the radio are on and the underlined compact disc symbol appears on the display the disc will begin playing Compact discs may be loaded with the radio off but they will not start playing until the radio is on If you want to insert a disc when the ignition
44. a short time to avoid a major storm system Maps Do you have up to date maps 4 21 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 15 something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum 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 a 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 Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably coal interior keep your eyes moving 5 the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on the highway as an Emergency 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains 18 different from driving 1n 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 l
45. 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 if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely 5201 Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers Changing 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 2 Set the parking brake firmly 3 Turn off the engine The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and To be even more certain the vehicle won t move change a tire 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 5 21 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Unbuckle the tire and lift it up to remove it from the trunk The equipment you ll need is in the trunk On the driver s side of the trunk is the spare tire Pull the fasteners the spare tire cover to access the tire The jack and too
46. and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless vou have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running he sure your vehicle is in PARK P and the parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift lever into PARK P hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without pressing the button on the shift lever handle If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To 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 in the Index If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Your vehicle has a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock BTSI You have to fully apply the regular brakes before vou can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in See Autom
47. coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in 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 Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any and Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know Idling the engine with the climate control system 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 can 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 2 30 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
48. deterrent system when leaving your vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with a passive theft deterrent system 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 This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment The system works when you turn the key to ON The key uses a transponder that matches an immobilizer control unit in your vehicle The correct key will start the vehicle When the system senses that someone is using the wrong key it may start but it will not continue to run If someone tries to start your vehicle again or uses another key during this time the shutdown will start over again This discourages someone from randomly trying different keys with different transponders in an attempt to make a match If the engine cannot be started turn the key in the ignition to ON Wait approximately two seconds then start your ve
49. don t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid of pinging It s the heavy constant knock that means you have a problem 6 3 If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards indicated on the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If such fuels are not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on and or your vehicle may fail a smog check test If this occurs return to your authorized Catera dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl ask your service station operator whether or not his fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized Catera dealer for service 6 4 To
50. electric fan the coolant inside the coolant surge tank 15 boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The coolant level should be at or slightly above the KALT COLD line seam If it isn t vou may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling svstem CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If vou 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 from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by vour warranty If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they aren t vour vehicle needs service 15 un How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven t found a problem vet but the coolant level isn t at the KALT COLD line seam add a 50 50 mixture of clean water preferably distilled and coolant 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 Steam and scalding liquids from
51. even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan 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 others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release Pull the lever inside the vehicle to open the hood It 15 located on the lower left side of the instrument panel Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release which is located above the front grille Lift up on the release lever as you raise the hood 6 9 When you open the hood you ll see A Coolant Fill Location D Engine Fill Location Brake Master Cylinder B Air Cleaner E Engine Oil Dipstick Location H Power Steering Fluid C Passenger s Compartment Windshield Washer Fluid 1 Battery Air Filter Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Then pull the hood down and close it firmly 6 10 Engine Oil If the low oil level light on the instrument panel comes on it means you need to check your engine oil level nght away For more information see Low Oil Level Light in the Index 71 i You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time
52. floor outlets The ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running The airflow temperature from the rear outlets is the same as the driver s temperature setting Ventilation Tips Keep hood and front air inlet free of ice snow any other obstruction such as leaves The heater i and defroster will work far better reducing the li chance of fogging the inside of the windows H When you enter a vehicle in cold weather adjust the fan to the highest speed for a few moments before driving off This helps clear the intake outlets of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of the windows Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps circulate air throughout your vehicle The front 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 control levers or you can stop the airflow by moving the dial located each side of the outlets to the O position Passenger Compartment Air Filter This ventilation system includes an air filter that helps to remove dust pollen etc from air flowing into your vehicle A restriction in the airflow coming into the passenger compartment could be the result of dirt in the filter For mor
53. 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 Both the owner s manual and the child restraint instructions are important so if either one of these is not available obtain replacement copy from the manufacturer 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 a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mi
54. into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually at least 15 amps the coolant heater should be plugged in minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You ll get easier starting and 2 19 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and 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 outside temperature the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area Automatic Transmission Operation There are several different positions for the shift lever 2 20 PARK P This position locks the transmission drive shaft It s the best position 10 use when you start the engine hecause your vehicle can t move easily 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 engi
55. light will come on If the traction control system is affected by an engine related problem the system will turn off and the warning light will come on If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light tells you that the engine has overheated If this light comes on you should stop the vehicle and t turn the engine off as soon ug as possible A warning chime should also sound if this light comes As a check the light should come on for a few seconds when you start the engine In the section Problems on the Road this manual explains what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the vage pointer moves into the red area the engine is too hot This reading means the same thing as the warning light the engine coolant has overheated You should stop the car and turn the engine off as soon as possible The section Problems on the Road in this manual explains what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index 2 69 Low Coolant Warning Light This warning light should come on while you are starting the engine If the light doesn t come on have it repaired Your vehicle is equipped with a low coolant level sensor switch and float t
56. of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealership GM Part No 12344789 When using a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette it is normal for the cassette to eject because your unit is equipped with a cut tape detection feature and a cleaning cassette may appear as a broken tape To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected use the following steps 1 Turn the ignition to ON II 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press and hold the SOURCE button for two seconds The tape symbol on the display will flash three times 4 Turn the radio on and insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette 5 Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer s recommended cleaning time When the cleaning cassette has been ejected the cut tape detection feature is active again 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 on its own non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette 1s not recommended If your vehicle is equipped with the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player press and hold the eject button for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator aft
57. of victims every year Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle e Judgment Muscular Coordination e Vision Aftentiveness 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 over 17 000 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 general information on the problem The Blood Alcohol Concentration BAC of someone who is drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed 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 180 Ib
58. parking lamps and low beam headlamps will come on Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control This control dial is located to the right of the fog lamp button you rotate the control dial up the instrument panel lights will brighten Illuminated Entry This system turns on the courtesy lamps dome lamps and door entry lamps for about 20 seconds when any of the following occur If you manually unlock your vehicle with the key door 1s opened If you press the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter or After the last door on your vehicle is closed Illuminated entry immediately ends when your vehicle s ignition is turned to ON or START Rear Reading Lamps The rear reading lamps are located above each rear door These lamps and the interior courtesy lamps come on when any door is opened and it is dark outside Placing the button in the center position enables the lamps to come on when any door is opened Pressing the button toward the rear of your vehicle disables the lamps when any door is opened With the button set toward the front of the vehicle the lamps will always be on If the reading lamps are left on they automatically shut off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off 2 45 Map Lamps These lamps are located in the front overhead console near the windshield Press either button to turn the driver s or passenger s side lamp on and pres
59. position and turn the knob to the right to secure Heated Rear Seat Option The heated rear seat controls are located at the rear of the center console under the air outlets Press the button once to turn on the heating system and press the button again to turn the system off A telltale light in the button indicates the system is in use The heated seats can only be used when the ignition is turned on The heating system shuts off automatically when the ignition 1s turned off Safety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the air bag system Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and vou re not wearing a safety belt your injuries can be much worse 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 It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of vour vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure evervone in your vehic
60. provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system allowing your emission control system to function properly Therefore you should not have to add anything to the fuel In addition gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to help clean the air General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol 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 Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel 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 1908 Colonel
61. receive traffic announcements The radio will turn on the TA display TP will appear on the display if the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements You may also receive traffic announcements from stations in the network related to the tuned station If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements the radio will seek to a station which does When the radio finds a station which broadcasts traffic announcements it will stop If no station is found NONE FOUND will appear on the display When SEEK or SCAN is pressed with the traffic announcement function on the radio will only stop at stations which broadcast traffic announcements While a traffic announcement plays the radio uses a special type of volume called TA volume To increase TA volume turn the PWR VOL knob to the right 65 Turn it to the left to decrease volume VOLUME will appear on the display while the volume is being adjusted When a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station or a related network station you will hear it even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or compact disc is playing If the radio tunes to a related network station for a traffic announcement it will return to the original station when the announcement 15 finished If the cassette tape or compact disc player was being used the tape or compact disc will stay in the player and resume play at the point where it stopped Press the RDS SELECT button
62. remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Theft Deterrent System Option Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you If the ignition is off and any door i5 open the SECURITY light will flash reminding vou to activate the system Parking Lots SECURITY 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 key If possible park in a busy well lit area I Open the door 2 Lock the door using the power door lock or the remote keyless entry transmitter The SECURITY light should come on and stay on 3 Close all the doors The SECURITY light should go off within approximately 30 seconds e Put your valuables in a storage area like your trunk or glove box Be sure to close and lock the storage area e Close all windows Lock the glove box S The horn will sound and the headlamps will flash for several minutes when the door or trunk is opened without the key or remote keyless entry transmitter The horn also sounds if the locks are damaged Remember the theft deterrent system won t activate if you lock the doors with key or use the manual door lock It activates only if you use a power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter 2 13 To avoid activating the alarm by ac
63. s oorr 2 5 Programming the Power Windows 2 31 Programming the Sunroof 2 54 Programming the Universal Transmitter 2 56 Publications Service and Owner o 13 7 14 Radio Data Systems RDS Program Type Y Select ence simian reece IC Rn one 3 21 Radio Reception m 3 27 RADO ur 3 9 3 13 Rain PONE Y Vado E de ene 4 16 EE HTS S en mcm a aw s 2 17 Rear BOXE ca aris rure ehe Len HEC ERE WEE RO s 1 6 19 Door Security LOU ee 2 6 Reading Lamps Seat Passenger Positions ard 1 36 Passengers 1 36 GONE S OR 1 10 Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement 6 36 Window Defogger 3 8 Window Lockout 204 csc becca ern rre oneness noe Rearview Mirror Electrochromic Day Night Y XIX GE UR 2 46 Recipes View erwies E dor E oa is 3 5 Reclining Front E ee eam 1 6 Refrigerants Air Conditioning 6 63 Relay Hox cuins cda Rs e 6 60 Remote Fuel Door Release C 6 6 Remote Keyless Entry System enu 2 8 Removable Head Restraints 1 9 Replacement 2221171 6 63 Normal Maintenance Parts S LTEM
64. scratches in the finish should he repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop 6 51 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 6 52 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 into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this Cadillac will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of p
65. soon as you can before they set Carefully scrape off any excess stain Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn e lfaring forms after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt 2 Alwavs clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines 3 Mix powdered cleaner following the directions on the container label to form thick suds 4 Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge Don t saturate the material and don t rub it roughly 5 As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with coo water 2 Ifa stain remains follow the multi purpose interior cleaner instructions described earlier 3 If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with a water baking soda solution 1 teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml of lukewarm water 4 Let dry Stains caused by candy ice cream
66. supply will come on again This helps prevent damage to the engine Warning Lights Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle The pictures will help you locate them Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury 2 63 Warning lights come on when there may be or is a 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 you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when vou are driving or when one of the gages shows there be a problem check the section that tells you 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 and gages They re a big help Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON or START a chime will come on for about eight
67. test 15 going on and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves a little This is normal If there s a problem with the anti lock brake system this warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index 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 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 wheel 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 8 You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake 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 or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may hear the anti lock pump or motor operate and feel the brake peda
68. the hazard Please read these cautions If vou don t you or others could be hurt 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 avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different wards You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle 5ymbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle For example these symbols are used on an original battery CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS AVOID SPARKS FLAMES SPARK These symbols are important for vou and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven FASTEN SEAT ove These symbols have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH rs sonats 5 PARKING LAMPS DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS 0 HAZARD WARN
69. the shift lever is returned to PARK P 2 5 With the ignition on the transmission in PARK P and the brake pedal pressed in you are now ready to begin programming To disable the door lock feature when shifting in and out of PARK P press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter four times within five seconds The doors will lock when the shift lever is moved out of PARK P and will remain locked when the shift lever is moved back into PARK P To enable the doors to lock when shifting out of PARK P and to unlock when shifting back into PARK press the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter four times within five seconds Rear Door Security Lock Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear door of your vehicle from the inside The lock is located on the rear edge of each rear door To use this lock 1 Move the lever on the door all the way down into the ENGAGED position 2 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 lock 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 w
70. the brake system If it is you should have your brake 6 26 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 1 19 12377967 Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system vour brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE e Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts 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 Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index 6 27 Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Your vehicle has electronic wear sensors that let you know when the front brake pads are significantly worn and new pads are needed The brake pad wear indicator light will come on and stay on when the brake pads are worn and ne
71. the instructions before beginning Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts For the vertical adjustment state inspection stations generally will allow a reading of plus 0 76 degrees or minus 76 degrees from the center of the bubble 6 33 It is recommended that the upper limit not exceed plus 0 4 degrees from the center of the bubble Other drivers may flash their high beams at you if your adjustment is much above plus 0 4 degrees If you find that the headlamp aiming needs adjustment follow these steps 2 Check the vertical aim for each headlamp and adjust it as necessary The vertical aim adjustment screw 18 located on the outboard side of the headlamp assembly You can see the level through the headlamp assembly Turn the vertical aiming screw until the bubble in the level is centered at 0 zero 1 With a screwdriver unscrew the fastener on the 3 If the horizontal aim needs adjusting see headlamp cover and then remove the cover to be able your dealer to see the back of the headlamp assembly pue Adjustment screws be turned with ES Torx socket or a T15 Torx screwdriver 6 34 Front Turn Signal Lamp 1 With a screwdriver unscrew the fastener on the headlamp cover and then remove it to access the turn signal lamps see Step under Headlamps 3 Pull the bulb out to replace and then reassemble Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL The
72. the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop hiss means there 18 still some pressure left 5 18 2 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture up to the KALT COLD line seam With the coolant surge tank 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 cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may he lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the KALT COLD line seam 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is tight 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 and 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
73. the repair costs were For frontal air bags inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal and near frontal impacts For side impact air bags inflation is determined by the location of the impact and how quickly the side of the vehicle deforms What makes an air bag inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash For both frontal and side impact air bags the sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator which inflates the air bag The inflator air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel instrument panel and the side of the front seatbacks closest to the door 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 In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle 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 the frontal air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and side impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward the air bag Side impact air bags would not help you in many types of collis
74. 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 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 level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Console Shift Lever 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot 2 25 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this 3 Pull the button on the shift lever handle up and then push the shift lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle into PARK P Release the button 4 With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down set the parking brake tn Move the ignition key to LOCK 6 Remove the ignition key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P 2 26 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running 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 brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat
75. try to drive This might happen if vou were stuck in very deep sand or mud or you were up against a solid object You could damage the transmission Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transmission Use the brakes to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Sport Mode Button For a firmer shift and increased performance vou may choose the sport mode This button lets you change from a normal driving mode to sport driving mode It is located on the shift lever handle Press the 5 button once to select the sport feature Press it again Lo return to the normal driving mode When you start the engine your vehicle will be in normal mode For general driving conditions use the normal mode It will remain in normal unless you select the sport feature Third Gear Start A telltale light on the instrument panel will come on when the sport mode 1s selected Press this button to provide more traction when you are starting on ice or other slippery surfaces It only operates when the shift lever is in DRIVE D The button is located next to the shift lever on the console The transmission will be in THIRD 3 when the vehicle begins to move After starting in THIRD 3 the vehicle will upshift normally 2 23 This feature is for improved traction only when the road Parking Brake surf
76. turned off and it s dark enough outside the DRL will remain active and this light on the instrument panel will appear as a reminder that headlamps are required The following conditions will override the DRL Your vehicle s transmission is shifted back into PARK P with the ignition in ON or START The low beam headlamps are turned on using the manual lamp control dial The wiper activated headlamps are in use DRL will come back on 20 seconds after wipers have turned off Using the flash to pass feature and Turning on the twilight sentinel As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it ee Fog Lamps 20 Use the fog lamps for better vision In foggy or misty conditions Press this button to turn the fog lamps on and press the button again to turn the lamps off The fog lamps only work when the parking lamps or the low beam headlamps are This light on the instrument panel will come on when the fog lamp button is pressed If you turn on the high beam headlamps the fog lamps will turn off They ll turn back on again when you switch to low beam headlamps Cornering Lamps The cornering lamps come on when the headlamps or parking lamps are on and you signal a turn They provide more light for cornering Twilight Sentinel TWILIGHT This feature is below the lamp control dial on the left side of the instrument panel It au
77. unusual wear rotate your 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 15 to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation 18 the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Maintenance Schedule booklet for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating vour tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here 6 39 After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and When It s Time for New Tires rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel bolts are properly tightened See Wheel Bolt Torque in the Index One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining Rust or dirt on wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel studs 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 he sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire in the
78. vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Passenger Positions 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt 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 belt across you more slowly 1 36 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again 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 as you pull up on the shoulder part 1 37 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 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 a
79. with chains on will damage your vehicle Appearance Care 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 vou breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle 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 e Gasoline Benzene Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner 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 your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach e Reducing Agents 6 45 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean damp cloth Your dealer has two cleaners Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner and Capture Non Solvent Dry Spot and Soil Remover They will clean normal spots and stains very well You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Here are some cleaning tips Always read the instructions on the cleaner label Clean up stains as
80. you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick is located behind the radiator hose the driver s side of the engine The yellow looped handle helps to identify it 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 11 Checking 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 6 12 When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the MIN mark then you ll need to add at least one quart of oil But vou 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 oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The oil fill cap is located behind the engine oil dipstick and next to the engine block on the driver s side of the engine Turn the cap to the left to remove it Be sure to 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 Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehic
81. you start check the trailer hitch and platform and attachments safety chains electrical connector lamps tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric 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 your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you 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 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 turn
82. your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway 4 12 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 head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass wait for a better time 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 broken center line usually indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead 1s clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic 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
83. 19 OWNERS S MAN UAL RN um m cH M lt 2 24 hour 7 Roadside Assistance 3 1 800 882 1112 at provides in an E Free lockout assistance Free dead battery assista ici Wearing a safety belt y your passengers can do This about safety belt usage air bags am One of the first things you ll vehicle is adjust the seats Read through these pages to learn cooling d uH To set the clock press and hald HR or change Release the button as you a The 1998 Cadillac Catera Owner s Manual 1 1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly It also explains the air bag system 2 1 Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle 3 1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system 4 1 Your Driving and the Road Here you ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions 5 1 Problems on the Road This section tells what to do if you have problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc 6 1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good 7 1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to con
84. 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with BAC of about 0 06 percent The person would reach the same 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 44 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 would be close to 0 12 percent 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 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 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 s even lower The limit for all commercial drivers in the United States 1s 0 04 percent 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 perce
85. Coat Mente cee rege mace ches eee 2 19 8 4 Coolant Temperature Gage 2 69 Coolant Temperature Warning Light 2 69 Cooling When Trailer Towing 4 36 oie ack tee 2 29 Identification 5 12 Running While You re Parked Re Reese ER DES 2 30 65544256 ate ees ee 6 63 Speed Men PESE TEST 2 63 OME e end I HH 2 17 Ename uad dca x isa Ra iaa 6 11 icine ply eat s rrr e YT AA ipa eee oe a aes ania 6 12 UB teks EE a d 6 15 What Kind to 6 13 When 10 Change TOU R E PUSH aa aala ata English Metric Display E TE NR 3 3 idi Ap YIN UOS 6 4 Exhaust Engine lu ERR qu 2 29 Exterior Lamps end E na 2 39 Fabric Cleaning saa 6 46 6 47 Fan Button Climate Control System Oe ee ee een 3 2 Filling a Portable Fuel Container Messa 6 8 Filling Your Tank IRR RR 6 5 Filter Air F
86. Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km 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 37 psi 250 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 the following 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 the following Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Also check the tire pressure of the spare tire How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated at 5 000 miles 8 000 km and then every 10 000 miles 16 000 km thereafter Any time you notice
87. EL ED LUI gir euin Medion CO pU UE Air Bag Readiness mereri EOS E 2 62 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 2 68 4 7 Fuse Block euo MAE 6 57 Automatic Transmission Warning 2 76 EE ret Brake Pad Wear Indicator SE SEE 2 76 rd Hama e dte Sar ctr Brake System Warning 2 65 dishes NAE Shi 2 74 I eet tt mea Charging System 2 65 Check PNG corru CER E da OC EDO ole e re e 2 70 2220 2242 NAF OME eec terr mtem eres 2 74 SING iiie yuan 5 3 Cruise is see eens wa areas 2 74 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 2 69 2 2 Leveling Indicator 2 76 REI II pror dieser sioe ipae Low Coolant Warning Price e pa 2 70 Low Pull Ero ex x CR see OR 2 76 Lac Low Washer Fluid TTG rare ates BTR a eee aes EIE SES 4 29 Oil Pressure uoc RENE he 8 6 Safety Belt 1 14 2 64 Traction Control System Warning 2 68 4 9 TIMAEUS ren pve een ERE ET IE FE ETE 2 75 Loading Your Vehicle 2
88. ET And Shifting Out of Sand Parking At Night Kabel Ea Hed aae e ROCK e 2 13 BINE ER Fon 2 24 a E Dos e Ro E E AC AOR 2 13 On Hills With a 4 36 Over Things That Him 2 29 Passenger Compartment Air 3 8 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement DET Passenger s Seatback Latch UTE d iR Passenger s Side Temperature nb 122050 3 2 Los err 4 12 Perimeter Lishtitg l c eee enn trn 2 41 Playing a Cassette Tape 3 11 3 18 Playing a Compact Dise eee ee eee eens c 2 20 Power DOO Epis ia 2 5 oe oes ac ce toe ER ATE EE EROR E 1 8 Remote Control Mirror 2 47 Retained Accessory KE EN 4 11 PDA 1 4 Steering A aai RUE ES PEE dU 4 10 Sperm FH RR 3e x 6 24 Gace ema ira NC vivet s wo ee ee 2 3 Windows and Other Power Options 6 55 Power Distribution Fuse Block d ERES 6 56 Pregnancy Use of Safety Belts 1 26 8 8 Problems on the Road EV 5 1 Programmable Automatic Door Locks
89. ING FLASHER These symbols on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD WASHER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER REAR VENTILATING FAN These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights ENGINE COOLANT TEMP pe BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM ENGINE OIL PRESSURE BRAKES ws Here are some other symbols you may see 2 1 HORN bror SPEAKER FUEL m NOTES EL ee Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly You can also learn about some things you should do with air bags and safety belts 1 2 Seats and Seat Controls 1 27 Air Bag Systems 1 13 Safety Belts They re for Everyone 1 36 Rear Seat Passengers 18 Here are Questions Many People Ask About 1 40 Children Safety Belts and the Answers 1 43 Child Restraints 1 19 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 53 Larger Children 1 19 Driver Position 1 56 Safety Belt Extender 1 26 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 56 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 27 Right Front Passenger Position 1 57 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats how to adjust them and also about reclining front seatbacks lumbar adjustments heated seats and head restraints Manual Front Passenger s
90. Roadside he TOLL FREE HOTLINE 1 800 882 1112 Cadillac s exceptional Roadside Service is more than auto club or towing service It provides every Catera owner with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and when appropriate a Catera trained dealer technician who can provide on site service Each technician travels with a specially equipped service vehicle complete with the necessary Catera parts and tools required to handle most roadside repairs Cadillac Roadside Service can be reached by dialing 1 800 882 1112 24 hours a day 365 days a year This service 15 provided at no charge for any warranty covered situation and for a nominal charge if the Catera is no longer under warranty Roadside Service is available only in the United States and Canada Cadillac Owner Privileges Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Privileges at no charge throughout your 998 Cadillac Warranty Period 48 months 50 000 miles 80 O00 km Emergency Road Service is performed on site for the following situations e Towing Service Battery Jump Starting Lock Out Assistance Fuel Delivery Flat Tire Change Covers change only Trip Interruption your trip is interrupted due to a warranty failure incidental expenses may be reimbursed during the 48 months 50 000 miles 80 000 km warranty period Items covered are hotel meals and rental car Roadside Service Availability Wherev
91. Seat To tilt the front portion of the seat cushion up or down lift the seat lever located on the side of the seat cushion closest to the door Release the lever to lock the seat into place This feature is available on vehicles with cloth seats only Lift the bar under the front passenger s seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat 1s locked into place 1 2 To raise the seat cushion up or down press one of the rocker switch buttons located on the side of the passenger s seat cushion closest to the door The top button raises the seat cushion and the bottom button lowers the seat cushion Manual Lumbar Support The lumbar control is located on the side of each front seatback closest to the door The contro provides additional support to your lower back and works independently of other seat controls Use manual or power seat controls first to get the proper seating position Then proceed with the lumbar adjustment The upper and lower seatback can be adjusted using the small hand wheel control Turn the control forward to increase support and rearward to decrease support Keep in mind that as your seating position changes as it may during long trips so should the position of the lumbar support Adjust the seat as needed 1 3 Power Seats This feature is available on all driver s seats and only on passeng
92. Signal Lamps Low Beam Headlamps Not Used Not Used Daytime Running Lamps Engine Compartment Relay Center The relay center is located next to the battery on the driver s side of the engine Lift the cover to access Fuse Relay Usage Secondary Air Injection Pump Relay K12 Fan Control Relay K67 Auxiliary Water Pump Relay K22 Windshield Wiper Motor Relay K8 6 61 Fuse Relay Usage o0 CM 12 15 16 AJC Compressor Relay K60 Fan Control Relay K87 Fan Control Relay K26 Fan Control Fuse 42 Secondary Air Injection Pump Fuse 49 Engine Controls Power Relay K43 Fan Control Fuse 40 Fan Control Fuse 52 Connector C110 Fuse Relay Usage 17 18 19 20 27 28 29 39 Fan Control Relay K52 Fan Control Relay K28 Fan Control Relay Engine Control Module ECM Relay Fuse 50 Fuel Pump Relay K44 Heated Oxygen Sensors Fuse 43 Engine Control Module ECM Fuse 60 Engine Control Module ECM Relay 48 Coolant Fan Test Connector 662 eee Replacement Bulbs Application Bulb Number Front Turn Signal Lamp 90487485 Headlamps Composite Inner High Beam 222222 90512338 Outer Low 90512338 Rear Turn Signal Lamp and Taillamp 90002521 Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversion
93. Systems Your Cadillac audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your audio 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 Setting the Clock Press and hold HR or MN until the time display begins to change Release the button as you get close to the correct time The time may be set anytime the clock 1s displayed There is two second delay before the clock goes into time set mode AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Playing the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob lightly to turn the system Press the knob again to turn the system off To increase volume turn the knob to the right Turn it to the left to decrease volume The volume level will appear on the display DSPL Press this button to display the radio station being played 3 9 Finding a Station BAND Press this button to select or FM2 SEEK TUNE Press and release this button to seek to the next higher or lower radio station Pressing and holding this button until a chime sounds puts the radio in a tune mode In this mode higher or lower radio stations are advanced to in small increments until the SEEK TUNE button is released Tuning stops when you release this button If you press and hold the SEEK TUNE button agai
94. URCE button for two seconds The tape symbol on the display will flash three times indicating the feature is active 4 Insert the adapter This override routine will remain active until the eject button is pressed M 99288 Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio Your vehicle has a built in theft deterrent feature on each radio that is automatic there 15 no programming required The radio in your vehicle cannot be used in any other vehicle When the radio was originally installed in your vehicle at the factory it stored the Vehicle Identification Number VIN Each time the ignition is turned on the VIN is verified If the vehicle s VIN does not match the VIN stored in the radio the radio audio system will not play If the radio is removed from your vehicle the original VIN in the radio can be used to trace the radio back to your vehicle 3 26 Audio Steering Wheel Controls Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel include the following b Press this button to move forward through preset radio stations or to the next selection on a tape or CD 4 Press this button to move rearward through preset radio stations or to the previous selection on tape or CD BAND Press this button to change between AM FMI or FM2 for the radio This button also changes tape to the other side restarts a CD if playing a singl
95. Vehicle in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index NOTICE If you 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 properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and your fuel tank and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others Dispense gasoline only into approved containers Do not fill a container while it is inside vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Don t smoke while pumping gasoline 6 8 Checking Things Under the Hood An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you
96. 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 vehicle 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 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt 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 belt across vou more slowly 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 the buckle 18 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 the hips just touching the thighs In a
97. 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 can 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 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 mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture 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 mixture of clean water and DEX COOL coolant NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts So use the recommended coolant You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glvcol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and cap when the cooling system including the coolant remove it surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn
98. a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Wheels If Equipped Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel wax may then be applied The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your Catera Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface You may use chrome polish on chrome wheels but avoid any painted surface of the wheel and buff off immediately after application Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle Petroleum based products may damage the paint finish Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle 15 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
99. a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index 50 50 mixture of water and DEX COOL 2 coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C 6 20 Protect against rust and corrosion e Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning lights and gages work as they should NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOL silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50 4M km or 24 months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOL is not covered by your new vehicle warranty What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean water preferably distilled and one half DEX COOL coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If you use this mixture you don t need to add anything else 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 mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or other
100. ace is slippery and is not intended for continuous usc or when the vehicle is stuck in sand mud ice snow gravel Drive as usual for normal road conditions This feature automatically turns off when any of the following conditions occur When the ignition is turned off the shift lever is placed in PARK P THIRD 3 SECOND 2 or FIRST 1 If you press and hold the accelerator pedal past its resistance point for more than two seconds When speed falls below 25 mph 40 km h Once vehicle reaches 67 mph 108 km h To turn this feature off press the button again Whenever you start your vehicle the transmission is in the normal mode To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your foot and pull up on the parking brake lever If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on 2 24 If you start to drive with the parking brake set the BRAKE warning light stays on See Brake System Warning Light in the Index for more information To release the parking brake hold the brake pedal down with your foot and pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the end release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause the rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are towing a
101. ag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the full mark There are two lines on the dipstick The top line is the full mark and the bottom line is the add mark which means that fluid should be added If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the full mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule booklet Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals 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 be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing Adding Washer Fluid E The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located behind the front grille on the driver s side of the engine Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full NOTICE 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
102. ailer Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving 15 Drive defensively Please start with a very important safety device in your Catera Buckle up See Safety Belts in the Index 4 2 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 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 accidents 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 front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life 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
103. aired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing 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 more severe crash then you need new belts DUIIIE lik ET DERS Umgang nur durch gaschultes Personal CAUTION UY PETENTE CONTAINS FLA TO HELP AVOID PERSONAL URY OR MALFUNCTION 00 NOT OPEN REMOVE OR PUT INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE TO BE HANDLED BY QUALIFIED PERSONS ONLY If you ever see a yellow label on the driver s or the right ront passenger s safety belt buckle that means to replace the buckle assembly Be sure to do so Then the new buckle assembly will be there to help protect you in a collision If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or 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 If an air bag inflates you ll need to replace air bag system parts See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section 1 57 NOTES 8 Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your veh
104. al Motors Corporation 1997 AII Rights Reserved ii 1998 EDITION Congratulations Cadillac has been designing and building luxury cars for 96 years With the Catera you have selected the first Cadillac ever to be engineered and manufactured in Germany Itis a unique expression of Cadillac luxury with a sensibility to European ride and handling With proper care your Catera will deliver mile after mile of exciting performance oriented luxury driving Drive safely and enjay Luxury truly can be fun THE CADDY THAT ZIGS THE CADDY THAT ZIGS How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle If you do this it 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 what 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 and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce
105. all mirror and seating positions by pressing and holding one of the three memory buttons This will adjust the seat and mirrors to where you have previously programmed them Seat and mirror movement is immediately stopped if the memory button is released or if a seat or mirror control is moved Note that the exterior mirrors will only adjust when the ignition is turned Also note that if you try to adjust the driver s memory seat and it doesn t move try opening the driver s door This will re activate power to the driver s seat Power to the driver s seat times out after 30 seconds Power to the passenger s seat is always present 1 5 Heated Front Seat Option The controls are located next to the radio on the center console Press this button to turn on the heating element in the seat The seatback and cushion are warmed until they match your body temperature Reclining Front Seatbacks This feature is found the passenger s seat only The manual recliner control is located on the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the door below the lumbar control See Manual Lumbar Support earlier in this section A telltale light in the button reminds you that the heating system is in use The heated seats can only be used when the ignition is turned on To move the seatback forward turn the hand wheel control forward Turn the control rearward to recline the seatback If you have cloth sea
106. ant to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may also 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 3 28 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 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 may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio may display CLN or CLEAN TAPE to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer If this message appears on the display vour cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player If you notice a reduction in sound quality try a known good cassette to see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use
107. as weak reception the radio will not stop at the preset station Setting the Tone BASS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to the right to increase and to the left to decrease bass TREB Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to the right to increase and to the left to decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Adjusting the 5peakers BAL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to the right to adjust sound to the right speakers and to the left for the left speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to the right to adjust the sound to the front speakers and to the left for the rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a Cassette Tape With the radio on insert a cassette tape The tape will begin playing as soon as it is inserted When one side of your cassette tape is done playing auto reverse plays the other side of your cassette tape If you want to insert a cassette tape when the ignition is off first press the eject button While the tape is playing use the VOL FADE BAL BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio Other controls may h
108. ase fan speed 3 2 Driver s Side Temperature Knob The driver s side TEMP AUTO knob adjusts the air temperature coming through the system Turn the TEMP AUTO knob to the right to increase the temperature and to the left to decrease the temperature Pressing this knob puts the climate control system in an automatic mode For more information see Automatic Operation later in this section Passenger s Side Temperature Knob The right front passenger can control the temperature of heated air for their own zone independent from the driver s temperature setting The passenger s temperature can be set anywhere between 60 F 16 C and 90 F 32 C To turn the system on press the passenger s side TEMP AUTO knob Rotate the knob to the right to increase temperature and to the left to decrease Pressing the knob again turns off the dual zone function and returns the system to the one zone function where the driver controls the temperature Outside Temperature Display The outside temperature is always displayed when your vehicle s ignition is on If the outside temperature display begins to flash this means that icy road conditions are possible Adjust your driving if needed The display will flash for about 30 seconds and then remain on steady Mode Button Press this button to deliver air through the floor middle or windshield outlets The climate control system will stay in the selected ECC mode until the MODE button is p
109. assing zones a falling rocks area or winding roads Be alert to these and take appropriate action 4 23 Winter Driving 3 4 i 7 Su LT WAT raf WU Include an scraper small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer Here are some tips for winter driving clothing a small shovel a flashlight red cloth and couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag You may want to put winter emergency supplies in of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags your trunk to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Have your vehicle in good shape for winter Driving on 5now or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You ll have a lot less traction or grip and will need to be very caretul 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 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 smoot
110. atera dealer concerning specific Gold Key Courtesy Transportation benefits offered by the dealership Plan Ahead When Possible Whenever possible scheduling appointment for your vehicle s warranty service and advising your service consultant that you wish to take advantage of Gold Key Courtesy Transportation can help minimize your inconvenience by allowing your dealer to prepare arrangements to fulfill your transportation needs in advance of vour visit 7 9 Owner Responsibilities You are responsible for primary insurance coverage of the vehicle provided In many cases your own auto insurance policy may provide this coverage under provisions for rental car agreements Please consult your insurance carrier to be certain of what s covered While your dealership will cover the rental expense of a vehicle provided under the provisions of Gold Key Courtesy Transportation you are responsible for charges incurred for such items as fuel used additional insurance coverage and any taxes or fees levied by state or local governmental agencies 7 10 It is important that your vehicle be picked up from the dealership promptly following the completion of your repairs If your vehicle is not picked up from the dealership within a reasonahle amount of time following notification from the dealer you may be responsible for any additional rental charges incurred s a result of this delay For Canadian Vehicles In Canada for warranty
111. atic Transmission 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 as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the ignition key to OFF Open and close the driver s door to turn off the Retained Accessory Power RAP feature 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 8 2 27 With both hands squeeze the base of the shift lever boot covering tagether as shown Pull the upper part of the base out first and then slide out the lower part of the base Lift the shift lever boot covering up to get it out of your way At the bottom of the shift lever you will see a yellow tab With one hand push the tab to unlock the shift lever Shift to NEUTRAL N with the other hand Start the engine if you can and then shift to the drive gear you want Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can Parking Over Things That Burn rz Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn Engine Exhaust A CAUTION Engine exhaust can kill It contains the gas carbon monoxide which you can t see or smell It can cause unconsciousness and death You might have exhaust
112. ation and rear defrost heated backlite Each ignition cycle cancels recirculation 3 4 Manual Operation You may manually adjust the air delivery mode or fan speed mA pe HEATER DEFROST This setting directs air to the floor outlets and toward the windshield 74 AC This setting directs airflow through the middle instrument panel outlets nad BI LEVEL This setting directs air into your vehicle in two ways Cool air is directed to the upper portion of your body through the middle instrument panel outlets while warm air is directed to the floor 2 HEATER This setting directs warm air through the floor outlets Some warm air is diverted to the windshield to minimize fogging e DEFROST Press this button to quickly remove fog or frost from the windshield the blower works in high speed This setting sends most of the airflow to the windshield with only a small amount to the floor outlets FAN SPEEDS Press the driver s side TEMP AUTO knob to set the fan speed for AUTO At this setting the fan speed is automatically controlled 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 engine coolant to assure it is warm enough to provide heat When the engine 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 you want the blowe
113. ave different functions when a tape is inserted The display will show TAPE with an arrow to indicate which side of the tape is playing PLAY will appear on the display temporarily when a tape 1s playing The display will then revert back to showing the time If an error occurs while trying to play a cassette tape it could be that The cassette tape is tight and the cassette player cannot turn the hubs of the tape Hold the cassette tape with the open end down and try turning the right hub to the left with a pencil Flip the tape over and repeat If the hubs do not turn easily your cassette tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player Try a new tape to be sure your player is working properly 3 11 The cassette tape 1s broken Check to see if your tape is broken Try a new tape REV Press the left arrow to rewind the tape rapidly The radio will play while the tape reverses and REV will appear on the display You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in REV mode Press the left arrow again to return to playing speed FF Press the right arrow to fast forward to another part of the tape The radio will play while the tape advances and FF will appear on the display You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in FF mode Press the right arrow again to return to playing speed SEEK TUNE Press the right arrow to seek to the next selection on the
114. ay up 3 Do same for the other rear door The rear door locks will now work normally Anti Lockout Feature Leaving your key in any ignition position with any door open will disable the use of the power door lock switches The anti lockout feature is disabled when the ignition is on If you close the doors you can lock them using the remote keyless entry transmitter It 15 always recommended that you remove the ignition key when locking your vehicle Note that the anti lockout feature can overridden by holding the power door lock switch for three seconds or longer Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving your vehicle open the door set the locks from the inside get out and close the door 2 7 Remote Keyless Entry System RKE With this feature you can lack and unlock the doors open the trunk and unlock the fuel door from about remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your remote keyless entry transmitter operates on radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada 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 This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the followi
115. bags This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index Put the restraint on the seat 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 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 1 52 M Larger Children 6 To tighten the belt feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down H on the child restraint as you tighten the belt Children w ho have outgrow n child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different di
116. c will not play and an error will occur Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot Repeat this procedure for loading up to 12 discs in the magazine With the compact disc changer you can play up to 12 discs continuously Normal size discs may be played using the trays supplied in the magazine The smaller discs 8 cm can be played only with specially designed trays Once you have loaded the discs in the magazine slide open the door of the compact disc CD changer Push the magazine into the changer in the direction of the You must first load the magazine with discs before you i 1 arrow marked on top of the magazine can play compact disc Each of the 12 trays holds one disc Press the button on the back of the magazine and pull gently on one of the trays Load the trays from bottom to top placing a disc on the tray label side down 3 22 Close the door bv sliding it all the way to the left When the door is closed the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine This will continue for up to one and a half minutes depending on the number of discs loaded To eject the magazine from the player slide the CD changer door all the way open The magazine will automatically eject Remember to keep the door closed whenever possible to keep dirt and dust from getting inside the changer Whenever a CD magazine with discs is loaded in the changer the CD changer symbol will appear on the radio display
117. ce on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire 18 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 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 Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed 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 your 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 bolts keep coming loose the wheel and wheel bolts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your 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 be mounted the same way as the one it replaces 6 43 If you need to replace any of your wheels or wheel bolts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to
118. cident The vehicle should be locked with the key after the doors are closed if you don t want to activate the theft deterrent system Always unlock a door with a key or use the remote keyless entry transmitter Pressing the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter disables the theft deterrent system Unlocking a door any other way will activate the alarm Cycling the ignition without disarming the theft deterrent system will also activate the alarm If you activate the alarm by accident unlock the driver s door with your key You can also turn off the alarm by using the remote keyless entry transmitter The alarm won t stop if you try to unlock a door in any other way 2 14 Testing the Alarm 1 From inside the vehicle roll down the window then get out of the vehicle keeping the door open 2 From outside the vehicle with the door open lock the vehicle using the power door lock or the remote keyless entry transmitter and close the door Wait 30 seconds 3 Reach in and unlock the door using the manual lock and open the door The horn will sound and the 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 vehicle serviced To reduce the possibility of theft always activate the optional theft
119. cle 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 Burcaus Inc 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington 22203 1804 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 7 11 We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE but you may contact the BBB at any time The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary 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 ordinarily take about 40 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 Warran
120. cle are protected from the short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle the instrument panel fuse blocks and the engine compartment relay center Instrument Panel Fuse Block Driver s Side LE Lae Fuse Usage RH and LH Front Side Door Window Regulator Motor LH Front Side Door Window Switch The fuse block is located below the steering wheel on the driver s side Using a screwdriver loosen the two trim fasteners under the trim panel and pull the trim panel away from the instrument panel to access Stoplamp Switch lad Automatic Transmission Range Switch and Control Indicator Power Steering Control Module Hazard Warning Switch Automatic Transmission Winter Mode Switch 6 57 Fuse 6 58 Usage Fuse RH and LH Rear Seat Cushion 12 Heater Relay Trans
121. cle comes with a spare key This key does not have an immobilizer pellet in it however it will still unlock your vehicle s doors Because of the key s flat shape it can be stored in your wallet If you ve lost your keys or need to have a new one made you will have to contact your dealer for the correct key code NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of new features that help prevent theft You can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside and you may have to damage your vehicle to get in Be sure you have extra kevs Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter This will avoid setting off the optional theft deterrent alarm From inside your vehicle slide the lock lever down to lock the door To unlock the door slide the lock lever up Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the 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 Central Door Unlocking 5ystem W
122. cludes 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 2 56 Your vehicle s ignition should be on and the engine should be off while programming the transmitter Follow these steps to program up to three channels 1 If you have previously programmed a transmitter channel proceed to Step 2 Otherwise hold down the two outside buttons on the universal transmitter until the indicator 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 Decide which one of the three channels you want lo program Hold the end of the hand held transmitter about one inch 2 5 cm away from the rear surface of the mirror so that you can still see the indicator light 4 Using both hands press the hand held transmitter button and the desired button on the universal transmitter Continue to hold both buttons through Step 5 5 Hold down both buttons until vou see the indicator light on the universal transmitter flash slowly and then rapidly The rapid flashing which could take up to 90 seconds indicates that the universal transmitter has been programmed Release both buttons once the light starts to flash rapidly If you have trouble programming the universal transmitter make sure that you have followed the directions exa
123. commitment to provide the services you expect and deserve as a Catera owner Gold Key Courtesy Transportation helps you get where you need to be when your Catera is in the dealership for warranty service In Canada please consult your GM dealer for information on Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options Warranty work can frequently be handled in one day but there is often no reason for you to wait at the dealership Cadillac helps minimize inconvenience to you by providing several transportation options Depending on the circumstances your dealership can offer you one of the following options Shuttle Service Your dealership can provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule when your Catera is unavailable due to a warranty repair Courtesy Vehicle For repairs that require your vehicle to be unavailable to you for an extended period of time your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy vehicle from the dealership or one obtained from a local rental agency Miscellaneous Service Should the situation necessitate making your own arrangements Gold Key Courtesy Transportation provides for reimbursement of personally arranged transportation such as cab fare reasonable fuel expenses for a ride provided by another individual or rental vehicle obtained from an independent source Some restrictions may apply Please consult your C
124. crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 1 38 Each position next to the windows has a shoulder belt height adjuster Move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you E DW Press the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired position After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pressing the release button 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 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 To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 1 39 Children Everyone in vehicle needs protection That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints 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 a vehicle 1 40 Smaller Children and Babies Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is t
125. crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And vou 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 5 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle body are best able to take belt restraining forces end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or If you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 1 20 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 push in and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the bottom of the height adjuster After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing in 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 away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder 1 21 Q What s wrong with this You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash vou would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against vour body The shoulder belt is t
126. ctly as described and that the battery in the hand held transmitter is not dead If you still cannot program it rotate the hand held transmitter end over end and try again The universal 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 the manufacturer of the unit at 1 800 335 3515 Be sure to keep the original hand held transmitter in case you need to erase and reprogram the universal transmitter Note to Canadian Owners During programming the hand held transmitter may stop transmitting after one two seconds If you are programming from one of these transmitters you should press and re press the button on the hand held transmitter every two seconds without ever releasing the button on the universal transmitter You may have to repeat this step several times while programming 2 57 Operating the Transmitter Press and hold the appropriate button on the universal transmitter The indicator light comes on while the signal is being transmitted Note that the effective transmission range of the universal transmitter may differ from your hand held transmitter and from one channel to another Also note that if the hand held transmitter appears to program the universal transmitter but does not open your garage door and if the garage door opener was manufactured after 1995 the garage door opene
127. 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 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips 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 City Driving 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 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 15 busy enough to need it When 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 19 Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways turnpikes or s
128. dow control until the window has fully opened Now hold the power window control until the window 18 fully closed Continue holding the control down for approximately five more seconds after the window is completely up The window 18 now programmed Repeat this process for each window 2 31 Anti Pinch Feature If a hand an arm or another object is in the way of the power window express closing the window will immediately stop at the obstruction and express open to preset factory position Pressing and holding the power window control button will turn off the anti pinch feature If this happens a power window won t stop if something gets in the way You or others could be injured and your window could be damaged Be careful not to press and hold the power window control button Rear Window Lockout Pressing this button rearward will disable the rear passenger window controls This is a useful feature if you have children as passengers Press the button forward to allow your passengers to use their window controls Horn The horn can be sounded by pressing either horn symbol on the steering wheel The symbols are located at about the 9 and 3 o clock positions Tilt Steering Wheel Tilt steering allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you begin driving Raising the steering wheel to the highest level gives your legs more room when you enter and exit your vehicle Hold the steering wheel and pu
129. dy You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Are you low on fuel s your engine starts to run out of fuel vour engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire The system can detect this Adding fuel should correct this condition Make sure to install the fuel cap properly It will take a few driving trips to turn the light off 2 72 Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel see Fuel in the Index Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions may go away once the engi
130. dy to light You also have a lighter on the back of the center console near the rear seat air outlet These lighters receptacles work at all times even when your vehicle s ignition has been turned off NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do 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 2 49 Sun Visors Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror Turn the sunshade down and lift the cover to see the mirror Lighting is automatic Power Rear Sunshade Option The power rear sunshade helps reduce the amount of heat and light from the sun entering through the rear window This sunshade increases the comfort level of the rear seat passengers as well as keeping your vehicle a little cooler when it s parked in a sunny area B This button is located to the right of the shift lever on the center console To use slide this button rearward the button retums to its onginal position when released The rear sunshade automatically raises To lower the sunshade slide the button rearward again Cellular Telephone Option Your vehicle has been prewired for dealer installation of a dual mode analog digital cellular portable telephone Voice activation and hands free operation are standard features For more information contact your dealer A user s guide 15 provided with the teleph
131. e CD or goes to the next available CD loaded in the trunk mounted CD changer Pressing this button increases volume Pressing this button decreases volume SOURCE To change to a tape or CD press this button Understanding Radio Reception 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 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 FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to come and go Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it 15 too late Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of 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 it To help avoid hearing loss or damage Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting 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 you want If you can 1475 very import
132. e Index for more information In freezing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form on the windshield blocking your vision Cruise Control 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 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 help on long trips Cruise If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph contral system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise 40 km h control will auto matically disengage See Traction Control System in the Index When road conditions Cruise control shuts off when you apply the brakes allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on 2 36 Setting Cruise Control 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 it 1 Accelerate to the speed y
133. e information see Passenger Compartment Air Filter in the Index Also see the Maintenance Schedule booklet for when to change the filter Defrosting Use defrost to remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in extremely humid or cold conditions Pressing the defrost button on the control panel located above the rear window defogger button automatically turns the fan blower to high speed Make sure that the side air vents are opened Rotate both TEMP AUTO knobs to the right as needed to adjust the temperature To warm the foot area while in defrost press the MODE button until the heater defrost symbol appears see Manual Operation earlier in this section Note that recirculation is not available in the defrost mode Rear Window Defogger The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass With your vehicle s engine running press this button to turn on the rear defogger The rear window defogger heats the rear window and both outside rearview mirrors The system will automatically shut off after about 15 minutes If further defogging is desired press the button again Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape or decals across defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp This may damage the rear defogger grid The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Audio
134. e next exit The exit ramp can be 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 vou may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are 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 needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Catera dealerships all across North America They ll ready and willing to help if you need it are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir 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 the lenses clean Tires They are vitally important to safe trouble free trip Is the tread good enough for long distance driving Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure Weather Forecasts Whats the weather outlook along your route Should you delay your trip
135. e you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 458 8006 or write Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division E O Box 436004 Pontiac MI 48343 6004 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 Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals owner s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and past model General Motors vehicles The toll free telephone number for ordering information in Canada is 1 800 668 5539 7 13 1998 CADILLAC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check money order or credit card information to Helm Incorporated address below CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1998 CADILLAC SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc RETAIL SELL PRICE 80 00 TRANSMISSION TRANSAXLE TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures adjustments and specifications for the 1898 GM transmissions transaxles and transfer ca
136. eak reception the radio will not stop at the preset station 3 14 Using RDS Mode Your audio system is equipped with Radio Data Systems RDS RDS mode gives you many useful new features When RDS is on the radio can seck only to stations with the types of programs you want to listen to seek to stations with traffic announcements receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies receive and display messages from radio stations and search for a stronger station when a station 15 too weak for listening RDS features are only available for use on FM stations which broadcast RDS information LL RDS SELECT Press the orange rectangular button to use the alternate RDS functions RDS T MSG PTY and lt PTY gt located on the six numbered pushbuttons RDS SELECT will appear on the display The alternate RDS functions are only available when you are using the FM band of your radio RDS 1 With RDS off press the RDS SELECT button followed by this button to turn RDS on The RDS display will turn on You must have RDS on to use the new RDS functions The RDS display will also turn on if one of the other RDS function buttons has been pressed on If you are tuned to a station broadcasting RDS information the station s call letters and Program Type PTY will replace the station s frequency on the display After five seconds the program type will be replaced on the display by the station s prog
137. ed to be replaced See Brake Pad Wear Indicator Light in the Index The brake pad wear indicator light means that soon your brakes won t work well That could lead to an accident When the brake pad wear indicator light comes on and stays on have your vehicle serviced 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 torqued wheel bolts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel bolts in the proper sequence to GM specifications Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets See Brake System Inspection in the Maintenance Schedule booklet under Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 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 Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tes
138. een resolved to your complete satisfaction take the following steps STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership 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 dealership or the general manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved bv the dealership without further help contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center 24 hours a day by calling 1 800 458 8006 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French For help outside of the United States and Canada call the following numbers as appropriate In Mexico 525 625 3256 In Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English or 1 800 496 9993 Spanish In the U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 e Inthe Dominican Republic 1 800 751 4135 English or 1 800 751 4136 Spanish e Inthe Bahamas 1 800 389 0009 In Bermuda Barbados Antigua and the British Virgin Islands 1 800 534 0122 In all other Caribbean countries 809 763 1315 In other overseas locations call GM Overseas Distribution Corporation in Canada at 905 644 4112 i 7 For prompt assistance please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Your na
139. en 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 Loo 4 33 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 so you can turn with your rig And never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes Because your vehicle has anti lock brakes don t try to tap into the 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 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 4 34 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
140. er s seats with leather interiors The power seat controls are located on the side of the front seat cushions closest to the door Liftup or push down on the front of the control to adjust the front portion of the cushion up or down Move the rear of the control up or down to adjust the rear portion of the cushion To adjust the seat height lift up or push down on the center of the control e To move the seat forward or rearward slide the control in the desired direction 1 4 If a failure in the power supply system occurs the power seats can be manually adjusted by inserting the crank handle into the slot located below the seat cushion as shown in the above illustration Turn the crank handle to the right until you ve reached your desired seating position note that manually moving the seat requires turning the crank handle many times The crank handle is provided in the tool kit located in the trunk with the jack Memory Seat and Mirrors Option Adjust the driver s seat to a comfortable position Also adjust the interior and exterior mirrors Press memory button M and memory button 17 at the same time These buttons are located on the side of the driver s seat closest to the door Seat and mirror positions may be programmed for two additional drivers by repeating the above steps and pressing memory button 2 or 3 instead of memory button If your vehicle is in PARK P you can rec
141. er you clean the player The radio will display to show the indicator was reset If your vehicle is equipped with the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data Systems RDS press and hold the eject button for three seconds to reset the CLEAN TAPE indicator after you clean the player The radio will display CLEAN TAPE MSG CLEARED to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced 3 29 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 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 Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs 15 not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Heated Backlite Antenna Your AM FM antenna is integrated with your rear window defogger located in the rear window sure that the inside surface of the rear window is not scratched and that the lines on the glass a
142. er you drive in the United States or Canada an advisor is available to assist you over the phone dealer technician if available can travel to your location within a 30 mile 50 km radius of a participating Catera dealership If beyond this radius we will arrange to have your car towed to the nearest Catera dealership Reaching Roadside Service Dial the toll free Roadside Service number 1 800 882 1112 An experienced Roadside Roadside Service for the Hearing or Service Advisor will assist you and request the Speech Impaired following information Roadside Service is prepared to assist owners who have hearing difficulties or are speech impaired Cadillac has e Name home address home telephone number installed special telecommunication devices called Text Telephone TTY in the Roadside Service Center A description of the problem Location of your Catera and number you are calling from Any customer who h s access to a TTY or a The model year Vehicle Identification Number VIN conventional teletypewriter can communicate with Cadillac by dialing from the United States or Canada mileage and date of delivery i 1 800 833 CMCC daily 24 hours Our Cadillac Dealer Technician network is ready and able to assist Catera customers at roadside 7 8 Gold Key Courtesy Transportation One of your Cadillac Owner Privileges is Gold Key Courtesy Transportation It is just one more example of Cadillac s
143. es but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold the eject button for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data Systems RDS If Equipped TE d j LEVEL f Playing the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob lightly to turn the system on Press the knob again to turn the system off To increase volume turn the knob to the right Turn it to the left to decrease volume SOURCE Press this button to select a source Sources include cassette and compact disc The audio source must be loaded to play Available loaded sources are shown on the display If a source is being used it will be underlined on the display If none of the audio sources are loaded NO SOURCE LOADED will appear on the display Press this button again or BAND to switch back to the radio Finding a Station BAND Press this button to select AM FMI FM2 or weather TUNE SEEK When this button is pressed it has two positions Press this button to the first position to manually tune to higher o
144. eu EE 5 21 6 51 US oer Ee Extr er pn IUS 6 38 Inspection and Rotation 6 39 FTI ain asco epee oct ps ER De E 6 38 reser TEIN RR Ier 6 43 6 42 TRORWENE oiu cceceeeser REA 6 42 Uniform Quality 6 42 Wear Indicators 4 6 40 Wheel Replacement 5 6 43 When It s Time for New 6 40 Cie ra rea ru Ra RA dass vri T 1 48 JOE LOC 2 27 Torque Wheel Bolt 5 29 6 63 Towing a 2 2 4 30 Towing Your Vehicle op jee cee err rer 3 7 Traction Conto coco ieee cess Gee ee ead Ea 4 9 Control System Warning Light 2 68 4 9 Trailer BARES oy Giese vi 4 34 Driving on Grades 4 35 Evin va EN TUA also ea 4 34 Engine Cooling When 4 36 rere 4 33 Maintenance When Towing cpa arene an ce 4 36 Parking on T 436 Safety Chains eror 4 Tongue Weight aie eee 4 32 Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires 4 33
145. evels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission 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 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 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 would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when vou go downhill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better 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 of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no p
146. f this light stays on you need service and you should take your vehicle to the dealer at once To save the battery until you get there turn off all accessories Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system 18 divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away 2 65 United States Canada This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON 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 may 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 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 vou ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully
147. ff the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under vehicle when it is supported only by a jack N CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising 7 Remove all wheel bolts and take off the flat tire the vehicle 6 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle to the right Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the spare tire to fit under the vehicle 8 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel Never use oil or grease on wheel bolts If you do the bolts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 9 Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface 10 Replace the wheel bolts Tighten each bolt by hand until the wheel is held against the hub Kust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel bolts 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 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 5 28 12 Tighten the wheel bo
148. for several seconds That s normal ABS If the light stays on turn the ignition to 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 or comes on again while you re driving your vehicle 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 hrake system warning light 1s also on you don t have anti lock brakes and there s a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light earlier in this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem 2 68 Traction Control System Warning Light The warning light will flash when the system senses traction change If it stays on or comes on and stays on steady when you re driving there may be a problem with your traction control system and your vehicle may need service When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly The traction control system warning light may come on for the following e 5 a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control the traction control system will turn off and the warning
149. for the driver and right front passenger are designed to inflate only in moderate to severe crashes where something hits the side of your vehicle They aren t designed to inflate in frontal in rollover or in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eve If you re too close to an inflating air bag it could seriously injure you This is true even with Next Generation frontal air bags Safety belts help keep you in position for air bag inflation before and during a crash Always wear vour safety belt even with Next Generation frontal air bags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle Front occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true even though your vehicle has Mext Generation frontal air bags Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of t
150. g cruise control Press the RESUME DECEL button at the end of the lever until you reach a desired lower speed then release it To slow down in very small amounts tap the RESUME DECEL button repeatedly Each time you do this you ll go 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 you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the 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 vou may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applving the brake takes vou out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to end cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal Press the OFF button at the end of the cruise lever Erasing Speed Memor The cruise control set speed memory is erased when you turn off the cruise control or the ignition Exterior Lamps These controls on the left side of the instrument panel operate the following lamp systems Xt Lamp control dial operates all lamps except twilight sentinel fog lamps and brightnes
151. g fee may be applied against the original order PRICE TOTAL ieee ORDER TOLL FREE NOTE For Credit Card Holders Only 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM EST FAX Orders Only 1 313 865 5927 1998 mE 515 00 eee add 6 sales tax and Companies plagae provide dealer ar company name and also ihe name of ihe person bo whose ariention the shipment shouki be sent S completed andar farm HELM INCORPORATED Bow 07130 s Detroit 48207 For purchases outside LIS please wnte to the above address tor quetatian CUSTOMER S STREET ADDRESS HO BOX NUMBERS ec il your balling address different trom your shipping Date address shown Prices are subject ta change without notice and without incurring Note to Canadian Customers A listed prices are quoted in WS funds Canadian resident obligation Allow amplis tima for delivery make checks payable in US funda cover Canadian postage add 11 52 plus the Onder processing NOTES 7 16 Section 8 Index ABE 222222 42 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 6 3 Add On Electrical Equipment M Aiming Headlamps 6 33 AT BM Dee ceres ee 1 27 Flow
152. h ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Keep your traction control system on It 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 your driving to the road conditions See Traction Control System in the Index Also see Third Gear Start in the Index Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you 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 Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you 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 you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers 4 26 If You re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here are some
153. h 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 tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied 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 much 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 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 Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine and begin to drive away your anti lock brake system will check itself You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this
154. hard But turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service Keep in mind that you may have to turn the steering wheel as you turn the key in order to rotate the ignition switch from LOCK to this is normal Using extra effort to remove the key from the ignition switch as compared to other GM vehicles that you may have owned is also normal If your key is stuck in the ignition switch and cannot be turned back to LOCK your vehicle will need to be repaired See your dealer for service With the key in the ignition switch you can turn the switch to four different positions LOCK Before you put the key in the ignition will be in LOCK This is the only position in which you can remove the key This position locks the ignition steering wheel and transmission It s a theft deterrent feature OFF 1 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 vehicle in motion while the engine is off for example if your vehicle is being pushed ON II The ignition is on in this position ON is used for driving vour vehicle START III This position starts the engine To lock the steering column remove the key while in Turn the steering wheel until you hear a click Retained Accessory Powe
155. hat is designed to detect when your vehicle s coolant level drops below the set limit If the low coolant level sensor under the coolant surge tank detects that the level drops while the engine is running the low coolant indicator will light and remain lit until the ignition switch is turned off Check the coolant level and add coolant as needed The light should turn off as soon as the coolant level is at its proper operating range 2 70 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems CHECK ENGINE This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty
156. hat used engine oil contains certain elements 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 in 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 The air cleaner is located behind the headlamps on the passenger s side of the engine Be sure the engine has cooled before following these steps to replace the air filter 6 15 Unhook the five clips that attach the air cleaner lid to 4 Liftthe lid take out the air filter and remove any the housing you may need to use a screwdriver to loose debris that may be found lying in the air help you unhook the clips cleaner base 2 With a screwdriver loosen the retaining clamp on 5 Install a new air filter element See Normal the air intake tube and then disconnect t
157. have the right wheel and wheel bolts for vour Catera model Using the wrong replacement wheels and wheel bolts 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 vou or others could he injured Always use the correct wheel and wheel bolts for replacement 6 44 NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index for more information Used Replacement Wheels Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s been used or how far 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 5 type chains that are the proper size for vour tires Install them on the rear 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 stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels
158. he gage reads The gage may change when vou turn stop or speed up 2 75 Low Fuel Light If the fuel level is low approximately two gallons 7 57 L of fuel remaining in the fuel tank a light will come on and stay on until you add fuel It will also come on for few seconds when you first turn on the ignition check to show it s working If it doesn t come on then have it fixed Automatic Transmission Warning Light This light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on If the light remains on or lights up while driving there may he a fault in the automatic transmission Have your vehicle serviced 2 76 Leveling Indicator Light This light comes on steady when the rear load level in your vehicle changes LEVELING Do not drive your vehicle when this light is on The rear of your vehicle is too low and part of the body or the rear axle may be damaged when driving over bumpy roads When the light goes out leveling is complete This procedure is automatic you don t have to do anything the light comes on flashing there may be a problem with the leveling system You should reduce your vehicle speed and have your vehicle serviced soon Brake Pad Wear Indicator Light This light comes on when the brake pads on your vehicle have significantly wor The pads will have to be replaced so have your vehicle serviced soon pr m 8 Section 3 Comfort Controls and
159. he curve is banked and your speed While you re in curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control Refer to Traction Control System in the Index What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions 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 a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find 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
160. he tube as Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index shown by the arrow above TE shown by the arrow above To reinstall the air cleaner assembly place the air filter 3 Move the hose going to the coolant surge tank out of in the air cleaner lid then insert the lid and filter the way so the air cleaner lid can be lifted together into the housing Reattach the five clips replace the air intake tube and tighten the clamp Return the coolant surge tank hose to its proper position Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter 6 16 See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Maintenance Schedule booklet 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 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 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement The passenger compartment air filter traps most of the pollen from the air entering your vehicle Like your vehicle s air cleaner filter it may need to be changed periodically For how often to change
161. hen unlocking the driver s door from the outside you can also unlock the other doors including the fuel door by holding the key in a turned position for several seconds turn the key to the left Pressing the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter twice in row will also open the other doors Power Door Locks Press the power door lock switch to lock or unlock all of the doors at once Automatic Door Locks Close the doors and turn on the ignition Every time you move the shift lever out of PARK P all of the doors will lock The doors will unlock every time you stop the vehicle and move the shift lever into PARK P If someone needs to get out while your vehicle is not in PARK have that person use the manual or power lock When the door is closed again it will not lock automatically Use the manual or power lock to lock the door again Programmable Automatic Door Locks Each remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle can be programmed to suit each driver s door lock preference The two remote keyless entry transmitters are identified on the back with either a 1 or a 2 which allows either driver to program their own door lacks The automatic door locks can be programmed to lock when the shift lever is moved out of PARK P and unlock when the shift lever is moved back into PARK P With remote keyless entry the door locks can be programmed to remain locked whether or not
162. hicle again If the engine still won t start try another key 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 key may be faulty See your dealer If you lose or damage a key or you cannot start the engine see your dealer If a key is lost bring all remaining keys to your dealer for re programming In an emergency call the Vehicle Roadside Assistance Center at 1 800 882 1112 2 15 New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle 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 805 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 yet 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 Positions NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t turn it be sure you are using the correct key if 50 is it all the way in If it is then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key
163. hile you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission 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 NOTES NOTES 5 34 fe Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle 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 6 2 Service 6 36 Wiper Blade Replacement 6 3 Fuel 6 37 Tires 6 5 Fuels Foreign Countries 6 45 Appearance Care 6 5 Filling Your Tank 6 46 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 6 48 Care of Safety Belts 6 8 Checking Things Under the Hood 6 49 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 6 11 Engine Oil 6 50 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Wheels 6 15 Air Cleaner If Equipped 6 18 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 52 Underbody Maintenance 6 19 Rear Axle 6 53 Appearance Care Materials Chart 6 20 Engine Coolant 6 54 Vehicle Identification Number V IN 6 23 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6 54 Service Parts Identification Label 6 24 Power Steering Fluid 6 55 Electrical System 6 25 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 63 Replacement Bulbs 6 26 Brakes 6 63 Capacities and Specifications 6 29 Battery 6 63 Air Conditioning Refrigerants
164. his button You will hear the first few seconds of the first track on each disc Press this button again to stop scanning This button is available on the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player only TRACK SCAN Press SCAN for less than two seconds You will hear the first few seconds of each track on a disc Press SCAN again to stop TRACK SCAN The CD will mute while scanning and SCAN will appear on the display This function is not available on the Stereo with Cassette Tape Player DISC SCAN Press SCAN for more than two seconds You will hear the first few seconds of the first track on each disc Press SCAN again to stop DISC SCAN The CD will mute while scanning and SCAN will appear on the display This function is not available on the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 3 24 RDM Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RANDOM will appear on the display Press TUNE SEEK while RDM is on the display to randomly seek through discs Press RDM again to turn off random play This button is not available on the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player SIDE Press this button to select the next disc in the changer If your vehicle is equipped with the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player CD and the disc number will appear on the display each time you press this button If your vehicle is equipped with any other audio system DISC LOADING will appear on the display and the disc nu
165. his manual called Children and see the caution labels on the sunvisors and the right front passenger s safety belt 1 29 There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 30 The right front passenger s frontal air bag 15 in the The driver s side impact air bag i5 in the side of the instrument panel on the passenger s side driver s seatback closest to the door The right front passenger s side impact air bag 15 in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the door If something is between an occupant and an air bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering and don t let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact air bag 1 32 When should an air bag inflate The driver s and right front
166. hould 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 a door In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an air bag inflates you ll need 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 crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the frontal air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the sensors are activated and driver s safety belt usage at deployment Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag systems Improper service can mean that an air bag system won t work properly See your dealer for service If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s air bag or the air bag covering on the driver s and right front passenger s seatback the bag may not work properly You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel both the air bag m
167. houlder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 49 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way of 5 To tighten the belt feed the shoulder belt back into the the retractor to set the lock retractor while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use vour knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and 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 50 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air hag inflates even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air
168. ias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have crash Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels If vou use bias ply tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle 6 41 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 tread wear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to Federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards 6 42 Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified go
169. ice and Appearance Care 6 1 Service and Owner Publications 7 13 7 14 Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 35 Setting the 2 22222 22 2222 3 9 Sheet Metal Damage EE HEURE RR NOE ER CROACIE 6 31 SIR LIE LEUR aaa aca iig ie qu 2 20 Shifting Automatic Transmission 2 20 IMO PARK aca is Garg e ios 2 25 Out of PARK P NUN CETTE ER RAE 2 27 Shoulder Belt Height 1 21 2 33 a D 4 14 Sound Equipment Adding 3 28 Speaker Covers Cleaning 6 48 Specifications and 6 63 Specifications Engine as Speech Impaired Customer Assistance 7 4 cemere crm ree 2 63 Sport Mode 2 4523 SOS ser EROR RE NO ED RA Y 4 10 Starting Your Engine ra E 5 12 5 13 13345544565 Wk Hen EAE RR AURA Re 4 10 124 4544 Ii 4 11 EY Da 4 10 Bod ooo eec 4 10 pij
170. icle 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 2 2 Keys 2 29 2 4 Door Locks 2 29 2 8 Remote Keyless Entry System RKE 2 30 2 11 Trunk 2 31 2 12 Theft 2 32 2 13 Theft Deterrent System Option 2 33 2 15 Immobilizer 2 33 2 16 New Vehicle Break In 2 39 2 16 Ignition Positions 2 45 2 17 Starting Your Engine 2 46 2 19 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 48 2 20 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 51 2 24 Parking Brake 2 55 2 25 Shifting Into PARK P 2 60 2 27 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 63 Parking Over Things that Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You re Parked Windows Horn Tilt Steering Wheel Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Sunroof Option Universal Transmitter If Equipped Instrument Panel Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 2 1 Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with young children One key is used for the ignition the doors and all other locks Note that there is no lock cvlinder for the trunk or the passenger s door Your vehi
171. ilter Replacement Passenger Compartment Air RIT 6 17 Finis RUE cer Ce ee He 6 50 Pinish Damage isis osea oa dae temas 2 6 51 First Gear Automatic Transmission 2 22 Flashers Hazard Warning 5 2 2 34 Plat Tins 5 21 Floor Mats TIU TITAN 2 51 Fluid Lon OCCULTE EACUS I HERR C 6 26 Power Steering Sere ree 6 24 Windshield Washer 6 25 Foe DET rSn Kcd RATER 2 43 Folding the Rear ne see mene 1 11 Foreign Countries Fuel MNA SY Ie Ne 6 5 French Language Manual ii Front Turm TEM Lamp Bulb Pepe S ETE THOME 6 35 PU ek EE E acr QUI uris s Xung 6 3 Door Lock EVE Mc Ere C 6 6 Filling a Portable Container CEA 6 8 Filling Your Tank 6 5 UNE E eee orc ane ro 2 15 In Foreign 6 5 Fuse Block Instrument Panel Fuse Block Power Distribution 6 56 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6 56 Gages Engine Coolant Temperature 2 69 POR acetic ahaa da eee
172. ions including frontal or near frontal collisions rollovers and rear impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those air bags 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 for the driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags and only in moderate ta severe side collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s side impact air bags 1 33 What will vou see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module the steering wheel hub for the driver s air the instrument panel for the right front passenger s bag the side of the seatback closest to the door for the driver and right front passenger s side impact air bags will be hot for a short time The parts of the hag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle 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 s
173. is off first press the eject button The integral CD player can play the smaller 8 cm compact discs Full size compact discs and the smaller compact discs are loaded in the same manner If you re driving on a very rough road or if it s very hot the disc may not play If the disc comes out it could be that The disc 15 upside down 1 15 dirty scratched or wet The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your dealer 3 20 RW Press and hold the left arrow to reverse the compact disc Release it to return to playing speed FF Press and hold the right arrow to fast forward to another part of the compact disc Release it to return to playing speed TUNE SEEK When this button is pressed it has two positions This button works the same whether it is pressed to the first or second position Press this button to seek to the next or previous selection on the compact disc SCAN Press this button to listen to selections for a few seconds The compact disc will go to a selection stop for a few seconds then go on to the next selection Press this button again to stop scanning RDM Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order Press RDM again to turn off random play EJECT Press the upward triangle button to remove a compact disc The radio will play Eject may be activated w
174. it with water Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades that look worn Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule booklet Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 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 Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Use liquid hand dish or car washing mild detergent soaps You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum hased 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 an all cott
175. ith the radio off and or the ignition off Radio Data Systems RDS Program Type PUM Listes eect iia Description PTY Selections 77 M RE Oldies eU Description 222227 Personality Adit Hit Rayer eee E Adult Hits PUG Public Any dU I IU BUE CERERI es Any R amp B Rok m Vom Rhythm and Blues AENIL ET Classical Rel Muse Religious Music le Rode 222 02 22 Classical Rock Rel Talk Religious Talk College tse e pa gerer AA RSEN V EIL A IR TUE College BOSE MEL oe EG EM arr Rock Music Leere metr mre nn M UEM Country Rd I Soft dur eta a Information Soft Soft Rock ee ete Pn C Jazz OMS e N Zr e wea RU E dn Sports Language Eae a due E EA Language Talk Talk News 40 40 Nostalga re Donar ru peter ee Nostalgia Weather OCT Weather Factory PTY Presets gt hz Religious Music Trunk Mounted CD Changer Option If you load a disc label side up the dis
176. km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do with weight the weight of the trailer the weight of the trailer tongue and the total weight on your vehicle s tires 4 31 Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than 1 000 Ibs 454 kg 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 Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division Box 436004 Pontiac MI 48343 6004 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 4 32 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for mo
177. l kit are located on the passenger s side of the trunk Pull the red handle to remove the cover and access the equipment The tools you ll be using include the jack A the wheel wrench B and the screwdriver Turn the nut holding the jack to the left and remove it Removing the Wheel Cover Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Using the flat end of the screwdriver gently pry the wheel cover off Be careful not to scratch the If you have the five spoke wheel use the flat end wheel edge of the screwdriver to pry off the five black plastic wheel bolt caps Be careful not to scratch the wheel edge This step does not apply to the seven spoke wheel 2 Using the wheel wrench loosen all of the wheel 4 To access the jack hoisting notches slide the cover bolts Don t remove them yet out located either in front of or behind the tire vou 3 Turn the jack handle to the right to raise the jack lift are changing head 2 to 3 inches 5 to 7 6 cm 5 25 cm 22 inches 21 3 inches 5 Position the jack under the vehicle The base of the jack must line up vertically with the hoisting notch jack contact point on the vehicles frame nearest the flat tire Then raise the jack lift head until it is firmly set into the hoisting notch Dot SS CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips o
178. l pulsate but this is normal 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 rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system brakes the spinning wheel and or reduces engine power to limit wheel spin You may feel or hear the system working but this 18 normal This warning light will come on to let you know if there s a problem with your traction control system See Traction Control System Warning Light in the Index When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the system on But you can turn the traction control system off 1f you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index To turn the system off press the TCS OFF button located next to the radio on the center console Braking in Emergencies 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 49 Steering Power Steering If you lose power
179. le Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Q 1 18 Won t I be trapped in the vehicle after 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 being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out 15 much greater if you are belted If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most 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 It I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts gt 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 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
180. le can be identified by looking for the Starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE GIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE If you change your own ail 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 You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in the following chart 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 recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area where the temperature falls below 20 F 29 C consider using either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil o
181. le is in a seat and using a safety belt properly 1 14 Your Catera has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most 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 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 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as il goes Fut someone on it Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels 1 15 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 16 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does 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 17 Here Are Questions Many Peop
182. lean 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 be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet road you can t stop accelerate or turn as well because your tire ta road traction isn t as good as on dry roads And if vour 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 dry pavement 4 16 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 It s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid 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 A LL PLI
183. lectrical 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 vehicle see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring has several fuses which are powered hy a MaxiFuse An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have the headlamp wiring checked right away MaxiFuse is a registered trademark of Little Fuse Incorporated Windshield Wiper Fuses If the windshield wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wipers will stop until the motor cools If the overload 15 caused by some electrical problem be sure to have it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away 6 55 Power Distribution Fuse Block This fuse block is attached to the engine compartment relay center located on top of the battery Simply lift the lid to open If you have any questions about the power distribution fuse block consult your dealer 6 56 Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehi
184. ler can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on hill here s how to do 1t EJ e Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels Li When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 the regular brakes Then shift into PARK P firmly and apply the parking brake 5 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 Be sure the parking brake has released 4 36 Apply the regular brakes but do not shift into PARK P 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer the Maintenance Schedule booklet for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant drive belt cooling system and brake adjustment If you re trailering it s good idea to review this information before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions See Engine
185. ll the lever toward you to tilt the wheel Adjust the steering wheel to a comfortable position and then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Turn and Lane Change Signals To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down The lever retums automatically when the turn is complete This arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change Hold it there until the lane change is complete The lever returns when it s released Arrows that flash rapidly when signaling for a turn or lane change may be caused by burned out front signal bulb this does not occur with a burned out rear bulb Other drivers won t see the turn signal Replace burned out bulbs to help avoid possible accidents Check the fuse see and Circuit Breakers in the Index and for burned out bulbs if the arrow fails to work when signaling turn Headlamp High Low Beam With the twilight sentinel on or with the lamp control dial turned to the headlamp position push the turn signal lever on the driver s side of the steering wheel away from you to turn on the high beam headlamps This light on the instrument panel will be on indicating high beam usage Pull the lever back to the original position to return to low beam headlamps For more information see Headlamps later in this
186. lowly moving vehicle too rapidly Even though the brake lamps 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 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 trying to steer and constantly seek 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 not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle 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 a 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 If your traction control system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal
187. lts firmly in a criss cross sequence as shown 11 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle to the left Lower the jack completely After removing the jack slide the jack hoisting notch cover back in Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tightened wheel bolts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel bolts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel bolts 5top somewhere as soon as you can and have the bolts tightened with a torque wrench to 80 lb ft 110 N m 5 29 After you ve put spare tire on your vehicle you ll NOTICE need to store the flat tire in the trunk Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk Improperly tightened wheel bolts can lead to Put the flat tire in the trunk where the spare is stored driver s side wheel well Secure the flat tire with the straps that are used to hold the spare in place brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel bolts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification LEFT SIDE OF TRUNK Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 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
188. mber on the radio display will go to that of the next available CD each time you press this button SOURCE Press this button to select a source The audio source must be loaded to play If none of the audio sources are loaded NO SOURCE LOADED will appear on the display Press this button again or BAND to switch back to the radio CD will be displayed for a few seconds instead on the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player then the radio will play EJECT Slide the CD changer door all the way open and the disc holder will automatically eject Compact Disc Changer Errors CD CHANGER ERROR could be displayed for the following The road is too rough The disc should play when the road is smoother The disc is dirty scratched wet ar loaded label side up The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again CD CHANGER DOOR OPEN is displayed when the CD changer door is left open CHEK DOOR will be displayed instead on the Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Completely close the changer door to restore normal operation If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected please contact your dealer CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a CD adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player To activate the bypass feature use the following steps 1 Turn the ignition to ON II 2 Tum the radio off 3 Press and hold the SO
189. me address home and business telephone numbers Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate al the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concem We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry prompt attention However if you wish to write Cadillac address vour inquiry to Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 436004 Pontiac MI 48343 6 4M 7 4 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of 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 Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTY s Cadillac has TT Y equipment available at Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with Cadillac by dialing 1 800 833 users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Service itia
190. message is displayed you can save the PTY in a preset by pressing one of the six numbered pushbuttons until vou hear a beep Allow three seconds for the message to disappear if you do not want to save the PTY in a preset See Radio Data Systems RDS Program Type PTY Selections in the Index When the PTY display is on press SEEK and SCAN to find radio stations of the PTY you want to listen to The last PTY selected will be used for seek and scan modes If a station with the selected PTY is not found NONE FOUND will appear on the display 1f both PTY and TA are on the radio will search for stations with traffic announcements and the selected PTY PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite Program Types PTYs These buttons have factory presets See Radio Data Systems RDS Program PTY Selections in the Index You can set up to 12 PTYs six and six FM2 Just 1 Turn PTY on Press BAND to select or 2 Tune an RDS station with the PTY you desire Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons for more than two seconds until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered button for less than two seconds the PTY you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton When battery power is removed and later applied you will not have to reset your RDS presets because the radio remembers them HR or MN Press the RDS SELECT but
191. mission Control Module Radio Speaker Amplifier 13 RH and LH Rear Side Door Window Regulator Motor Headlamp Switch Turn Signal 14 Switch Horn Relay CD Changer Multifunction Relay Windshield Wiper Motor and Relay Windshield Wiper and Windshield Washer Switch 15 Body Control Module BCM Heater Water Auxiliary Pump Fan Control Relays ECM Relay Auxiliary Water Pump Relay Heater and A C Control RH and LH Outside Rearview Mirrors Outside Remote Control Rear View Mirror Switch Usage Hazard Warning Switch Instrument Cluster Data Link Connector DLC Stoplamp Switch Gage Cluster Heater and Control Remote Control Outside Rearview Mirror Switch Compressor Relay Coolant Fan Test Connector A C Load Switch Cellular Telephone RH and LH Windshield Washer Nozzle Driver and Passenger Heated Seat Switch Heater and A C Control Heated Outside Rearview Mirror and Rear Window Defogger Relay Rear Suspension Leveling Air Compressor Relay Instrument Cluster Gage Cluster Cruise Control Switch and Module Headlamp Switch Multifunction Relay Passenger and Driver Heated Seat Relay BCM Sunroof Actuator Automatic Level Control Sensor RH and LH Heated Rear Seat Switch and Cushion Relay Driver Seat Adjuster Memory Module LH Front Side Door Window Switch Inside Rearview Mirror 24 25 26 Usage Cigarette Lighter Front and Console Horn 1 and 2 Fuel Pump Electronic Brake Traction Con
192. mitter 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 battery NOTICE When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter 2 9 1 Use a coin to pry open the transmitter 2 Remowe the battery and replace it with a CR2032 hattery Using the wrong size battery can damage the transmitter Make sure the battery is positioned with the plus 4 facing down 3 Align the internal pieces of the transmitter including the cover Snap together to reinstall Trunk 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 CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If vou must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid e Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on AUTO and the temperature 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 vou have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Trunk Relea
193. n cause battery gas to explode People have been 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 ACDelco 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 CAUTION Continued Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you vour eyes or on your skin flush the place with badly Keep your hands away from moving parts water and get medical help immediately once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could also he damaged Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive 4 and negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery Don t connect positive 4 to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too Also don t connect negative to negative For more detailed information read Steps 6 through 12 following 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive
194. n within five seconds of being in the tune mode tuning will continue Waiting longer than five seconds places the radio back in the seek mode SCAN Press this button and SCAN will appear on the display Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press this button again to stop scanning PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six and six FM2 Just 1 Turn the radio on 3 10 2 Press BAND to select AM or FM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons for more than two seconds until you hear beep Whenever you press that numbered button for less than two seconds the station you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton When battery power is removed and later applied you will not have to reset vour radio presets hecause the radio remembers them PRESET SCAN Press and hold SCAN for two to three seconds until PRESET SCAN appears on the display to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds factory presets which have not been reprogrammed with vour stations will be ignored The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons stop for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press SCAN again to stop scanning If a preset station h
195. nd that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it 1 47 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 Catera dealer to put it in for you If you want to install an anchor yourself vour dealer can tell you how to do it Canadian law requires that child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored 1 48 If your child restraint has a top strap your dealer can obtain with anchor hardware and installation instructions specifically designed for this vehicle The dealer can then install the anchor for you This work will be done for you free of charge Or you may install the anchor yourself using the instructions provided in the kit Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 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 s
196. nd wheels these instructions may not be correct Before you do anything turn on the hazard warning flashers When you call tell the towing service That your vehicle has rear 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 When the towing service arrives let the tow operator know that this manual contains towing instructions and illustrations The operator may want to see them 5 7 Front and Rear Towing This is sample of an R hook It is the only type of hook that may be used to tow your vehicle from the front or from the rear To help avoid injury to vou or others Never let passengers ride a vehicle that is being towed Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured CAUTION Continued Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck Always secure the vehicle on each side with separate safety chains when towing it Use only R hooks 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 steel cables before it is transported Don t use substitutes ropes leather straps canvas wehbing etc that can be cut by sharp edges underneath the towed vehicle Always use R hooks i
197. ne is warmed up This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on If you experience one or more of these conditions change the fuel brand you use It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the above steps have made the light turn off have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Oil Pressure Light Gage When the light comes on and stays on it means that oil isn t flowing through the engine properly You could be low on oil and vou might have some other system problem The light and gage tell you if there could be problem with the engine oil pressure The gage shows the engine oil pressure in pounds per square inch psi Canadian vehicles show pressure in kilopascals kPa Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If vou 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 The oil light goes on when you turn the key to ON or wi START It goes off once NOTICE you start the engine That s i a check to be sure the Damage to your engine from neglected oil light works problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty If it doesn t come on be sure to have it fi
198. ne 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 and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into PARK 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 vehicle has Brake Transmission Shift Interlock BTST You have to fully apply the regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is in ON If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish See Shifting Out of PARK P in this section REVERSE R Use this gear to back up To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging the transmission see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N The engine doesn t connect with the wheels when driving in NEUTRAL N Use NEUTRAL to restart your vehicle when you re already moving or when your vehicle is being towed 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 c
199. ng If an error occurs while trying to play a cassette tape it could be that The cassette tape is tight and the cassette player cannot turn the hubs of the tape Hold the cassette tape with the open end down and try turning the right hub to the left with a pencil Flip the tape over and repeat If the hubs do not turn easily your cassette tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player Try a new tape to be sure your player is working properly The cassette tape is broken Check to see if your tape is broken Try a new tape RW Press the left arrow to rewind the tape rapidly The radio will play while the tape rewinds You may use your station pushbuttons to rune to another radio station while in RW mode Press the left arrow again to return to playing speed FF Press the right arrow to fast forward to another part of the tape The radio will play while the tape advances You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in FF mode Press the right arrow again to return to playing speed TUNE SEEK When this button is pressed has two positions This button works the same whether it is pressed to the first or second position Press this button to seek to the next or previous selection on the tape Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for TUNE SEEK to work The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press this button to listen to selections for
200. ng car carrier equipment Always use R hooks inserted in the R hook slots Attach R hook chains to the R hook slots 1n the frame rails just ahead of the rear wheels on both sides These slots are to be used when loading and securing to car carrier equipment 5 11 Attach a separate safety chain around the bumper energy absorbing shock unit on the left side of the vehicle and another safety chain on the right side tow hook 5 12 Engine Overheating You will find the warning light about a hot engine on the instrument panel If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine NOTICE If vour engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can he badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if vou just open the hood Stay away from the engine if vou see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine open the hood d If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no If you keep driving when your engine is steam the problem may not be too serious Sometimes overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or the engine can get a little too hot when you others could be badly burned Stop vour engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the
201. ng two 2 8 10 feet 3m away using the conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment The range of this system is about 10 feet 3 m At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry transmitter If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the instructions that follow Check the distance You may be too far from your vehicle You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Operation u When you press this symbol to unlock the driver s door the parking lamps on your vehicle will blink twice the parking lamps and headlamps will remain on for about 20 seconds Pressing this button again within five seconds will unlock the other doors Pressing this button will also disarm the optional theft deterrent system and tum
202. ngine 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 4 28 Loading Your Vehicle E 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 SPA IF TIRES ARE HOT ADD 4 51 2 SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label found on the rear edge of 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 you can carry This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all options not installed at the factory MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWRFRT GAWRRR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS ALL APPLI CABLE U S FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY BUMPEH AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE
203. nouncement and resume when the announcement is finished Setting the Tone TONE Press and release this button until the desired tone control BASS or TREBLE is found The radio keeps separate tone settings for each band each preset except weather band presets and each source LEVEL After selecting the desired tone control press the plus or minus symbol on this button to select the desired level Adjusting the Speakers SPEAKER Press and release this button until the desired BALANCE or FADE control is found LEVEL After selecting the desired BALANCE or FADE control press the plus or minus symbol on this button to select the desired level Playing a Cassette Tape With the radio on insert a cassette tape The tape will begin playing as soon as it is inserted When one side of your cassette tape 1s done playing auto reverse plays the other side of your cassette tape Cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio off but they will not start playing 3 18 until the radio is on If you want to insert a cassette tape when the ignition is off first press the eject button While the tape is playing use the VOL TONE LEVEL and SPEAKER controls just as you do for the radio Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted The display will show an underlined tape symbol TAPE PLAY will appear on the display when a tape is playing with an arrow to indicate which side of the tape is playi
204. nserted in the front and rear R hook slots Never use J hooks They will damage drivetrain and suspension components When your vehicle is being towed have the ignition key turned to OFF The steering wheel should be clamped in straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing service Do not use the vehicle s steering column lock for this The transmission should be in NEUTRAL and the parking brake released Don t have your vehicle towed on the drive wheels Front Towing NOTICE Do not tow with sling type or wheel lift equipment or fascia fag lamp damage may occur Use car carrier equipment only Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps Do not attach winch cables T hooks or J hooks to suspension components when using car carrier equipment Always use R hooks inserted into the R hook slots 5 9 Rear Towing Attach R hook chains on both sides in the slotted holes in the bottom of the frame rails behind the front wheels These slots are to be used when loading and securing to car carrier equipment 5 10 NOTICE Do not tow with sling type or wheel lift equipment or rear bumper valance damage may occur Use car carrier equipment only Additional ramping may required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps Do not attach winch cables T hooks or J hooks to suspension components when usi
205. nt 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 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 driver with a level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having collision At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 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 be careful isn t the right answer What if there s an emergency need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street person with even a moderate 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 crash 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 Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes
206. o program the sunroof the sunroof will only open or close to the spot where the obstruction occurred You will need to reprogram the sunroof again making sure that the object has been removed Universal Transmitter Option This transmitter allows you to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand held transmitters It will operate garage doors and gates or other devices controlled by radio frequency such as home office lighting 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 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 This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes and modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Programming the Transmitter Do not use the universal transmitter with anv garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse safety feature This in
207. ocket is a coin holder 2 48 Center Console Storage Area The front storage area comes with a small storage bin and a dual cupholder that unfolds for use To open press and hold the button under the front edge of the storage lid and lift up Convenience Net The convenience net 15 on the floor of the trunk Put small loads like grocery bags under the net It can help keep them from moving around during sharp turns or quick starts and stops The net is not for larger heavier loads Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can When not using the net hook it to the metal loops securing it to the floor Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter The front ashtray is located below the radio Press on the cover to access it To clean the ashtray press the black tab to the right of the tray to release it Now pull up on the tray to remove and clean it To replace the tray after cleaning follow these steps 1 Hold the cover flap on top of the tray down so it is not in the way 2 Insert the tray downward and forward into the ashtray holder 3 Press down on the tray to snap it into place To use the rear ashtray lift the lid NOTICE Don t put papers or other flammable items into the ashtrays Hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them causing a damaging fire The cigarette lighter is located next to the ashtray Press it all the way in and release It will pop back by itself when it s rea
208. odule and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s air bag or both the air bag module and seatback for the driver s and right front passenger s side impact air bag Do not open or break the air bag coverings Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle Your dealer and the Catera Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems To purchase a service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and 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 felt wires wrapped with yellow tape or yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag systems Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The air bag systems do not need regular maintenance 1 35 Rear Seat Passengers Lap Shoulder Belt Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear Here s how to wear one properly 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
209. on The passenger s seatback latch is available on cloth seats only The latch is located on the side of the passengers front seatback closest to the door above the manual recliner and lumbar support control Lift the latch and push the passenger s seatback toward the front of the vehicle to provide extra storage in your vehicle if needed If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked Removable Head Restraints head restraint is not installed on the seatback or stored in the vehicle properly it could thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver People in the vehicle could be injured Remove the head restraints only when you need to fold the seat and be sure that the head restraints are stored securely in the trunk When the seat is returned to the passenger position be sure the head restraints are installed properly For more cargo space or to fold down the front passenger s seat you may need to remove the head restraint Press both release buttons at the top of the seatback and slide the head restraint out of the height adjust tubes Rear Seats A safety belt that is twisted or not properly attached won t provide the protection needed in a crash A person wearing a twisted or not properly attached belt could be seriously inj
210. on towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a liquid hand dish or car washing mild detergent soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle 6 49 Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle hy hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your vehicle 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 basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks 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 your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If 6 50 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
211. one OnStar System Option This system may be ordered if you have the optional fixed cellular telephone The following services are available 24 hours a day Roadside Service with Location Emergency Services Button Remote Door Unlock Theft Detection Notification and Stolen Vehicle Tracking Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment Concierge Customer Convenience Services For more information contact your dealer Assist Handles A handle above each door can be used when getting out of your vehicle Garment Hooks For convenience you will find garment hooks attached to each assist handle Floor Mats Your vehicle 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 Sunroof Option The express open sunroof can increase ventilation and it includes a sliding glass panel and a sliding sunshade Power is supplied to the sunroof when the ignition key is turned to ON When you stop your vehicle and turn the ignition key to LOCK you can still use the sunroof The electrical power to operate the sunroof will not shut off until a door is opened there is no time limit to this feature As soon as a door is opened sunroof movement will stop immediately 2 51 A Fully Open B About 80 Open C About 50 Open D About 25 Open E Fully Closed F About 40 Tilted G Fully Tilted 2 52
212. ontrol and hit people or objects Don t shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing NOTICE Damage to the transmission caused by shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty 2 21 DRIVE D Use this for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than 35 mph 55 km h push the accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator all the way down The transmission will shift down to the next gear THIRD 3 This position is not used for normal driving It offers more power and lower fuel economy than DRIVE D Here are some times vou might choose THIRD 3 instead of DRIVE D When driving on hilly winding roads When towing trailer so there is less shifting between gears When going down a steep hill SECOND 2 Driving in this position gives you more power than driving in THIRD 3 Use it on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use the brakes off and on 2 22 FIRST 1 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills If the shift lever is put in FIRST 1 the transmission won t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough NOTICE If the rear wheels can t rotate don t
213. oo loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way 1 22 Q What s wrong with this 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 there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest vou The belt is buckled in the wrong place 1 23 What s wrong with this You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In 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 which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like vour liver or spleen The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times Q What s wrong with this 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 The belt is twisted across the body Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts To unlatch the belt jus
214. osing either maximum setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster 3 3 In cold weather when the system senses the need for heat airflow will be directed out of the floor outlets the interior temperature approaches a desired setting the blower speed will decrease To maintain interior comfort the airflow may move to the instrument panel air outlets and floor outlets bi level mode On bright sunny days in cold weather the airflow may come out of the air conditioning outlets AC mode to maintain comfort and prevent stuffiness If your vehicle is sitting out on a hot day and you have the climate control system set for automatic operation the air will first flow out of the floor air outlets during cool down That is normal This is to expel hot air from the air outlets As the air is cooled the airflow will move through the air conditioning outlets To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather the system will delay turning on the fan until warm air is available The length of delay depends on the outside air temperature engine coolant temperature or the time since the engine was last started As the coolant warms up the blower fan speed will gradually increase and air will flow from the heater outlets with some airflow to the windshield to prevent fogging under most normal conditions IF you leave your vehicle the system will remember the control setting the next time you start your engine except for recircul
215. ou want Press the SET ACCEL button at the end of the lever and release it 3 Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed Setting the cruise control at a desired speed and then applying the brake will end the cruise function Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can press the RESUME DECEL button briefly to reset This returns you to your desired preset speed Kemember if vou hold the SET ACCEL button in longer than half second the vehicle will accelerate until you release the button or apply the brake You could be startled and even lose control 5o unless you want to go faster don t hold the button in 2 38 Increasing 5peed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to po to a higher speed Use the accelerator pedal to go to a higher speed Push the SET ACCEL button at the end of the lever and then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at a higher speed Press the SET ACCEL button until the desired speed is reached The new speed is maintained when the button is released To increase your speed in very small amounts tap the SET ACCEL button repeatedly Each time you do this your vehicle will go about mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will only work after you have set the cruise control speed by pushing the SET ACCEL button Reducing 5peed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while usin
216. passenger s frontal air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes The frontal air bags are designed to inflate only if the impact speed 15 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 a parked car the threshold level will be higher The driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags are not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant The driver s and right front passenger s side impact air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes involving a front door A side impact air bag will inflate if the crash severity is above the system s designed threshold level The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design Side impact air bags are not designed to inflate in frontal or near frontal impacts rollovers or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant A side impact air bag will only deploy on the side of the vehicle that is struck In 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
217. placing Restraint System Parts After Crash 1 57 Right Front Passenger Position 1 27 Shoulder Belt Height 1 21 Smaller Children and Babies 1 40 Use During Pregnancy 1 26 Why They W rk eter ieee 1 15 Safety Chains Pe ee AC RTI 4 34 Safety Defects Reporting 7 12 7 13 Safety Warnings and Symbols Scatback Passengers Latch cise eee aa 1 8 Power Recinto 1 8 2 oc enn e Seats Hos nit ne eer 1 6 1 13 Manual Front Passenger s 1 2 Manual Lumbar Support 1 3 Memory Seat and Mirrors 1 5 BRET eic PEE YN AG 1 4 ROCCO 1 10 Restraint Systems o em rr 171 A TIEN a cg e Dora die 1 2 Securing a Child Restraint 1 48 1 51 Second Gear Automatic Transmission 2 22 visui kia aia ad dX a xi RR RA 6 2 Bulletins Ordering T 13 7 14 7 15 Doing Your Own Work 6 2 Manuals Ordering 29 43 2 14 7 15 Parts Identification 1 6 54 8 9 Serv
218. r The radio is the only accessory on your vehicle that may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition i5 turned to OFF Power to the fuel door trunk release and door locks 15 available at all times The power window controls and the sunroof controls are active until a door is opened there is no time limit as long as the doors remain closed Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL only NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped 2 17 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 And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining vour battery or damaging vour starter 2 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 to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 18 3 If your engine still won t sta
219. r an SAE OW 30 oil Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures 6 14 Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you use the short trip city maintenance schedule Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This 18 particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic Most trips are through dusty areas You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your Catera The vehicle is used for delivery service police taxi or other commercial application Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to break down sooner If any one of these is true for your vehicle then you need to change your oil and filter every 5 000 miles 8 000 km or 3 months whichever occurs first If none af them is true use the long trip highway maintenance schedule Change the oil and filter at the first 5 000 miles 8 000 km or 3 months whichever occurs first Then change the oil and filter every 10 000 miles 16 000 km or 12 months whichever occurs first Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower What to Do with Used Oil Did you know t
220. r fan at a high speed press the up arrow button until you reach the highest position of the display If you want the blower fan at a low speed press the down arrow button until the lowest position is displayed ON OFF Press this button to turn the system off Press this button again to turn the system back on Turning the climate control system on in this way will recall all previous manually set mode settings If the system is turned on by pushing the driver s TEMP AUTO knob for automatic operation all of the previous manually set mode settings will be changed back to the fully automatic mode Press this button to turn the air conditioning on and off The system will cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle In the automatic operation mode the display will show OFF when the air conditioning has been turned off RECIRCULATION Press this button to limit the amount of fresh air entering your vehicle This is helpful to limit odors entering vour vehicle In the automatic operation mode the system will use recirculation as necessary to cool the air Pressing the recirculation button will change the operation to manual mode and the air will recirculate non stop Press this button again to turn off the recirculation feature If you notice the windows fogging press the recirculation button to exit the recirculation mode Air Conditioning On hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape
221. r lower stations If this button is held at the first position for a few seconds the radio will continue tuning until this button 15 released Press this button to the second position and release to seek to the next higher or lower radio station SCAN Press this button for less than two seconds to scan radio stations The radio will zo to station stop for five seconds then go on to the next station Press this button again to stop scanning PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations The RDS PTY mode must be off to use this mode You can set up to 24 stations six AM six FMI six FM2 and six weather Just l Turn the radio on Press BAND to select AM FMI 2 or weather Tune in the desired station won Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons for more than two seconds Whenever you press that numbered button for less than two seconds the station you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton When battery power is removed and later applied you will not have to reset your radio presets because the radio remembers them PRESET SCAN Press and hold SCAN for more than two seconds until you hear a beep to listen to each of your preset stations for five seconds The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons stop for five seconds then go on to the next preset station Press SCAN again to stop scanning If a preset station has w
222. r may have a rolling code system A rolling code system changes the code of the garage door opener every time you or close the garage door To determine if you have this system press the button on the universal transmitter that you have programmed already If the indicator light on the universal transmitter flashes rapidly for one or two seconds and then stops flashing the garage door opener has a rolling code system In a rolling code system the garage door receiver must be trained to the universal transmitter 2 58 Training a Garage Door Opener with Rolling Codes If Equipped If you have not previously programmed the hand held transmitter to the universal transmitter see Programming the Transmitter earlier in this section If you have completed this programming already you now need to train the garage door opener receiver to recognize the universal transmitter Refer to your garage door opener owner s manual for the proper transmitter training procedure for your garage door opener brand l Locate the training button on the garage door opener receiver The exact location and color of the button may vary by garage door opener brand If you have difficulty locating the training button refer to your garage door opener manual 2 Press the training button on the garage door opener receiver for one or two seconds An indicator light will begin to flash when the receiver enters the train mode 3 Return to
223. ral Motors Parts Department for these products Not recommended for use on instrument panel vinyl See Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleans and shines a variety of surface types 6 53 Vehicle Identification Number VIN SAMPLESUXWMOT2675 El ENGINE 1996 ccm ASSEMBLY CODE MODEL YEAR PLANT This is the legal identifier for your vehicle 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 title and registration 6 54 Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label behind the passenger s side access panel in the trunk the panel that covers the trunk mounted CD changer It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label 15 your VIN the model designation paint information and a list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment NOTICE Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first Some e
224. ram type name The program type and program type name may be the same or different Press BAND to recall the frequency and program type displays If the radio is tuned to a station that is not broadcasting RDS information the station s frequency will remain on the display While RDS is on the radio will search for a stronger station in the network when a station gets too weak for listening Press the RDS SELECT button followed by this button again to turn RDS off RDS functions will be turned off REGION You can also use the RDS button to access the region function When an RDS station becomes weak this function searches for a stronger station within the same network A network can span a great distance One network can have stations spread across a country or continent Each network breaks down into regions With regions local news items like weather and traffic are available to you When the region function is on the radio only searches for stations in the same network and region You can only use the region function when RDS is already on Press the RDS SELECT button Then press and hold the RDS button for two seconds REGION ON will appear on the display While REGION ON appears on the display press the RDS button again to tum the region function off REGION OFF will appear on the display The region function can be turned on again by pressing the RDS button TA 2 Press the RDS SELECT button followed by this button to
225. rd and rearward break away to help prevent injury and or damage to your vehicle Also note that the symbol appearing on each mirror lets you know that the mirrors are heated mirrors To heat the mirrors press the rear window defogger button Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes 2 47 Storage Compartments Glove Box The glove box is located in front of the passenger s seat To lock the glove box door insert the key in the lock cylinder and turn it to the right Turn the key to the left to unlock the door Note that the glove box is air conditioned This helps to keep snack items cool while traveling In order for cool air to enter the glove box the air conditioning must be turned on Use the slide control inside of the glove box to turn the air flow on and off Moving the slide control over the small hole turns the cool air off and moving the control away from the hole turns the cool air on Map Pockets The map storage pockets are located on each front door as well as on the passenger 5 and driver s front seatbacks Also located on the driver s door map p
226. re information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you re using a weight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B If you have weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue should weigh 12 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your 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 upper limit for cold tires You ll find these numbers on the Tire Loading Information 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 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 some rules to follow The rear bumper on your vehicle is not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to it Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper 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 wh
227. re not damaged If the inside surface is damaged it could interfere with radio reception 3 40 Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp This may damage the rear defogger grid and affect your radio s ability to pick up stations clearly The repairs wouldn t covered by vour warranty If when you turn on your rear window defogger you hear static on your radio station it could mean that defogger grid line has been damaged If this 1s true the grid line must be repaired If you choose to add a cellular telephone to your vehicle and the antenna needs to be attached to the glass be sure that you do not damage the grid lines for the antenna NOTES 3 31 NOTES 3 32 Section 4 Your Driving and the Road 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 4 2 Defensive Driving 4 16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 19 City Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 20 Freeway Driving 4 6 Braking 4 7 Anti Lock Brakes ABS 4 10 Steering 4 12 Off Road Recovery 4 12 Passing 4 13 Loss of Control 4 15 Driving at Night 4 2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 22 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 Winter Driving 4 28 Loading Your Vehicle 4 30 Towing a Tr
228. rections 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 53 Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need to use the safety belts properly Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in NE dn this a crash 5 two children are wearing the same The Children who aren t buckled up Can strike other can t properly spread the impact forces In people who are 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 If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child 1s sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case 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 1 54 Never do this Here a child is sitting in a seat that has lap shoulder belt but the shoulder part is behind the child If the child wear
229. repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty interim transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program Please consult your dealer for details GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVA P General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or to discontinue its participation in this program Both Cadillac and your Catera dealer are committed to 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 AUTO LINE BBB AUTO LINE is an out of court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle automotive disputes This program is available free of charge to customers who currently own or lease a GM vehi
230. ressed again or until the TEMP AUTO knob is pressed Press the up or down arrow to see the available modes English Metric Display You can change the temperature display from English degrees Fahrenheit to metric degrees Celsius by pressing and holding the driver s side TEMP AUTO knob for approximately three seconds Repeat the process to change back to English from metric Automatic Operation Pressing the driver s side TEMP AUTO knob sets the system for automatic operation Once the system is set sensors will control the air delivery mode Air will come from the floor middle side or windshield outlets The fan speed will vary as the system maintains the selected temperature setting All previous manually set mode settings will change back to a fully automatic mode when the climate control system is turned on this way Be careful not to put anything over the solar sensor located in the middle of the instrument panel near the windshield This sensor is used by the automatic system to regulate temperature To find your comfort zone start with the 75 F 24 C setting and allow about 20 minutes for the system to regulate air temperature Adjust the temperature 1f necessary If you choose 60 F 16 C the system will remain at that maximum cooling setting and will not regulate fan speed If you choose the temperature of 90 F 32 C the system will remain at that maximum heating setting and will not regulate fan speed Cho
231. rong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Use premium unleaded gasoline rated at 9 octane or higher for best performance You may use middle grade or regular unleaded gasolines but your vehicle may not accelerate as well Ata minimum the gasoline you use should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the United States and COSE 3 5 M93 in Canada Improved gasoline specifications have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system protection compared to other gasolines Be sure the posted octane for premium is at least 91 at least 89 for middle grade and 87 for regular If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If it s bad enough it can damage your engine If you re using fuel rated at the recommended octane higher and you hear heavy knocking your engine needs service But don t worry if vou hear a little pinging noise when you re accelerating or driving up a hill That s normal and you
232. rt 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 you hold the key in START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in vour vehicle If vou add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your 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 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped Use the Engine Coolant Heater XBTIFAMER l Turn off the engine ENGINE COOLANT ine HEATER ELEC ASSEMBLY 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord CORD aE i AE The electrical cord for the engine coolant heater is in HEADLAMP A M A a front of the air cleaner filter and under the headlamp ASSEMBLY i ue ur cover on the passenger s side of the engine 3 Plug it into normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause HEADLAMP COVER a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord
233. rue even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags Air bags plus lap shoulder belis offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle 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 type and size for your child A 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 on the child s abdomen which could cause serious or fatal injuries So be sure that any child small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary hecause an infant s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing restraint settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of the infant s body the back and shoulders A baby should be secured in an appropriate infant restraint This is so important that many ho
234. s Don t leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Don t leave a seat folded down unless you need to Electronic Level Control This feature keeps the rear of your vehicle level as the load changes It s automatic you don t need to adjust anything 4 30 Towing a Trailer 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 You may also damage your vehicle the resulting repairs would not be covered by your warranty Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Your Catera can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment 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
235. s Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule booklet for more information Transmission 7 quarts 6 6 L Engine Crankcase Oil Change With Filter 6 quarts 5 75 1 Engine Cooling System 10 57 quarts 101 Fuel Tank 1 gallons 68 L R 134a Refrigerant 2 9 Ibs 0 95 kg Wheel Bolt Torque 80 Ib ft 110 N m NOTE capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same If the air conditioning system im your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure ask your dealer Engine Specifications Displacement 181 cubic inches 2 962 cc PE is sees sic eee didi I DOHAC VO VIN Engine Code exa R Horsepower 200 bhp 6000 rpm 149 kW 6000 rpm sehen cy ieee EAS 192 lb ft 3600 rpm 260 N m 3600 rpm Firing Order 1 2 3 4 5 6 Thermostat Starts To AN 198 F 92 C 6 63 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Filter Element ee nan 90509318 Fuel Filter Element 90542540 Engine Oil Filter 25010792 Passenger s Compartment Air Filter
236. s bane dss 3 9 Automatic Door Locks E E E aR E AC sn EA 2 5 Automatic Operation Climate Controls 3 3 Automatic Transmission CIDEEBUUD recor eie xe ve co 0000 2 20 PIECE a CIE 2 20 Waming Light 2i sirena she 2 76 PIU Cu cekkcecicece meer nn esos Se Starting Your Engine a tla 2 17 EE a ee 6 19 Battery 6 29 jump ce ee eee nebenan Replacement Remote Keyless Entry 4 0 Wanlbge citer rid rx 5 3 4 4 5 5 8 1 EBB Auto Line E CHE 7 11 Better Business Bureau Mediation iere nn 7 11 scere mre pA SEE E Ud 4 26 Brake TET 6 29 TINO IO grag REDUCE 13 6 26 Master Cylinder SEE TO aie ala 6 26 Pad Wear Indicator Light UE 2 76 Lec meals 2 24 Pedal Tail ae 6 29 Replacing System Parts 6 29 System Warning Light vici To Shut Light rRNA 2 74 Transmission Shift Interlock 2 27 MS LC pere 6 28 Brakes Anti Lock A AUR C 4 7
237. s control Pull this dial toward you to turn on the interior lamps and push the dial back in to turn the lamps off sd 2005 Parking lamps front and rear sidemarker lamps taillamps license plate lamps ashtray lamps backlighting to the radio controls and instrument panel lights ED Headlamps 0 Fog lamps TWILIGHT Twilight sentinel OFF Turns the twilight sentinel system off e Instrument panel brightness control Turn the lamp control dial to the right to the first position to turn on the parking lamps front and rear sidemarker lamps taillamps license plate lamps ashtray lamps instrument panel lights and backlighting to the center console controls Turn the lamp control dial all the way to the right to the second position to turn on the low beam headlamps Turn the lamp control dial to the left to turn the lamps off 2 40 Headlamps Turn the lamp control dial all the way to the right to turn on low beam headlamps To turn on the high beam headlamps the low beam headlamps must already be on Push the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering wheel away from you to engage the high beam headlamps Pull the lever toward you to return to the low beam headlamps For more information see Headlamp High Low Changer earlier in this section Turn the lamp control dial all the way to the left to turn the headlamps off Note that if the headlamps are activated while driving and then you turn
238. s cool 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 The surge tank cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating If the surge tank pressure cap needs to be replaced a GM cap 18 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 If the thermostat needs to be replaced a GM thermostat is recommended 6 23 Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located between the battery and the brake master cylinder on the driver s side of the engine When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired 6 24 How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean r
239. s could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean water and DEX COOL coolant If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer check your cooling system If you use the proper coolant vou don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checking Coolant Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids 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 18 cold the coolant level should be at the KALT COLD line seam If the light comes on it means you re low on engine coolant The surge tank 1s located behind the air cleaner on the passenger s side of the engine The cooling system when hot is under a lot of pressure If the low coolant warning light on the instrument panel appears you will need to add coolant For more information see Low Coolant Light in the Index 6 22 Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank but only when the engine i
240. s 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 advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and or extra wiring Check with your Catera dealer 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 vou re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the green arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus vou 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 are 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 On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h or less to reduce the possibility of engine and transmission overheating 4 35 Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle with trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong vour rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trai
241. s the belt in this way 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 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 vou 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 1 56 Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Tom or frayed safety 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 Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them rep
242. s the button again to turn the lamp off These lamps also come on when any door is opened or unlocked when it is dark outside 2 46 Mirrors Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you A photocell on the back of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside Another photocell built into the mirror surface senses when headlamps are behind you At night when the glare is too high the mirror will gradually darken to reduce glare this change may take few seconds The mirror will return to its clear daytime state when glare is reduced Time Delay This feature prevents rapid changing of the mirror from the night mode to the day mode as vou drive under lights and through traffic Cleaning Photocells Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the front and rear photocells that make the auto dimming feature work Power Remote Control Mirror Move the rocker switch to the left to choose the driver s side mirror or move the switch to the night to select the passenger s side mirror To adjust the mirror push the control pad in the direction you want the mirror to Adjust each mirror so you can see the side of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle Your vehicle s ignition must be in ON for this feature to work Manual Folding Outside Rearview Mirrors The driver s and passenger s outside mirrors move forwa
243. se To use this feature your vehicle must be in PARK P Press the trunk release button located on the center console next to the radio to open the trunk You can also press the trunk button on the remote keyless entry transmitter to access the trunk compartment Your vehicle doesn t have a trunk key lock cylinder 2 11 It your vehicle loses power temporarily you can manually open the trunk using the trunk release handle The handle is located on the underside of the trunk lid on the driver s side and can be accessed through the fold down rear seats Fold down the driver s side rear seat and reach through to the trunk compartment to find the release handle Pulling this handle opens the trunk For more information on how to fold the rear seats see Folding the Rear Seat in the Index 2 12 Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle 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 leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do When you park your vehicle and open the driver s door you ll hear a chime reminding you 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 transmission And
244. seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts unless the driver s safety belt is already buckled The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about four seconds then it will flash for about 60 seconds If the driver s belt is already buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air hag symbol The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensors the air bag modules the wiring and the diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag in the Index This light will come on when you start your engine and will flash for a few seconds Then the light should go out This means the system is ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after vou start the engine or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to ON If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Charging System Indicator Light When you turn the key to START this light will come on briefly to show that the generator and battery charging systems are working I
245. section Flash To Pass This feature uses the high beam headlamps to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass To use pull the turn signal lever toward you and release Windshield Wipers WIPER Move the lever on the passenger s side of the steering wheel up and down to control the wipers MIST Tap the lever up and then release it for a single wipe cycle For more cycles pull and hold the lever HIGH Move the lever all the way up for a fast wiper speed LOW The third position up controls the low wiper speed DELAY This is for a controlled delay setting Rotate the control dial on the lever to increase or decrease the delay between wipe cycles o OFF This position turns off the wipers 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 the blades do become damaged replace them with new blades Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Windshield Washer Pull and hold the washer lever to wash the windshield Kelease the lever when vou have enough fluid The wipers will clear the windshield and either stop or return to your preset speed A telltale light on the instrument panel will he displayed when the washer fluid reaches a low level See Low Washer Fluid Warning Light in th
246. ses RETAIL SELL PRICE 40 00 SERVICE BULLETINS Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO Helm Incorporated Box 07130 e Detroit MI 48207 OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly tor Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 15 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 10 00 CURRENT amp PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle OR ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 Eastem Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover Orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt Please allow adequate time for postal service If further information is needed write to the address shown below or call 1 800 782 4356 Material cannot be returned for credit without packing slip with return information within 30 days of delivery On returns a re stockin
247. space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead e n remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest 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 vour night vision For example if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses Your eves 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 4 15 You can be temporarily blinded by approaching Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads headlamps 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 misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps 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 c
248. spitals today won t release a newborn infant to its parents unless there is an infant restraint available for the baby s first trip in a motor vehicle 1 41 CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 Ih 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 110 kg force your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint Z 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 a crash CAUTION Continued 1 42 Child Restraints Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have protection provided by appropriate restraints What are the different types of add on child restraints Add on child restraints are available in four basic types When selecting a child restraint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used An infant car bed A is a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle It s an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface With an infant car bed make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle 1 43 A rear facing infant restraint B positions an infan
249. steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Speed Sensitive Steering 885 This system varies the amount of steering effort in relation to your vehicle speed Steering is easier at a lower speed for maneuvering and parking ease As your vehicle speed increases the steering effort also increases At highway speeds the amount of steering effort is increased to provide manual like steering for maximum control and stability If your vehicle seems harder to steer than normal when parking or driving slow something may be wrong with the speed sensitive steering system You will still have power steering however steering will be stiffer than normal at low speeds 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 4 10 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 t
250. t to face the rear of the vehicle Rear facing infant restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 Ibs 9 kg and about one year of age This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in crash Some infant seats come in two parts the base stays secured in the vehicle and the seat part is removable 1 44 A forward facing child restraint C E positions child upright to face forward in the vehicle These forward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 Ibs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102 cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a convertible restraint is designed to be used either as a rear facing infant seat or a forward facing child seat booster seat F G is designed for children who about 40 to 60 Ibs 18 to 27 kg and about four to eight years of age It s designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however booster seats without shields use lap shoulder belts Booster seats can also help child to see out the window 1 46 When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a label saying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Then follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these
251. t air bag for the right front passenger If your vehicle has side impact air bags it will say AIR BAG on the air bag covering on the side of the driver s and right front passenger s seatback closest to the door 1 27 Next Generation frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating frontal air bag But even these air bags must inflate very quickly if they are to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Air bags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts air bags even Next Generation air bags are designed to work with safety belts but don t replace them CAUTION Continued 1 28 Next Generation frontal air bags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes 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 And for unrestrained occupants Next Generation frontal air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashed than more forceful air bags have provided in the past The side impact air bags
252. t in the trunk with the jack 2 53 Programming the Sunroof If the battery on your vehicle has been recharged disconnected or is not working you will need to reprogram the sunroof following these steps With your vehicle s ignition on 1 If the sunroof is closed turn the control dial to position Press the dial for about five seconds If the sunroof is open turn the control dial to E and press until the glass panel has closed Now continue pressing the dial for approximately five more seconds 2 Turn the control dial to position G and press until the sunroof is fully tilted about three seconds after the motor has stopped 3 Now turn the control dial to position E and keep pressing until the sunroof is fully closed about three seconds after the motor has stopped 2 54 4 Turn the control dial to position and press until the sunroof is fully open about three seconds after the motor has stopped 5 Turn to positian E and keep pressing the control dial until the sunroof has fully closed about three seconds after the motor has stopped The sunroof 18 now programmed Mote that after programming if the sunroof keeps opening after you attempt to close it you will need to repeat Steps 2 through 5 up to three times if needed If you are still having problems consult your dealer for service Also keep in mind that if something is in the way of the sunroof closing during programming and you continue t
253. t push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Betore 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 pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding 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 anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position earlier in this section The right front passenger s safety helt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems Your vehicle has air bags a Next Generation frontal air bag for the driver and another Next Generation reduced force frontal air bag for the right front passenger Your vehicle may also have side impact air bags side impact air bag for the driver and another side impac
254. tact Cadillac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications It also gives you information on Reporting Safety Defects on page 7 12 8 1 Index Here s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual You can use it to quickly find something you want to read GENERAL MOTORS GM and the GM Emblem CADILLAC and the CADILLAC Emblem are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed We reserve the right to make changes in the roduct 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 manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle 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 Litho in U S A Part No 10407697 B First Edition We support voluntary technician certification WE SLIPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THR LESH insitulg for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propri taires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en francais chez votre concessionaire ou au Marketing Services Ltd 1577 Meyerside Dr Mississauga Ontario L5T 1B9 Copyright Gener
255. tape Press the left arrow to search for the previous selection on the tape REP will appear on the display Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for SEEK TUNE to work The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press this button SCAN FF will appear on the display until the next selection 15 found and then SCAN PLAY will appear on the display Use SCAN to listen to selections for a few seconds The tape will go to a selection stap for a few seconds then go on to the next selection Press this button again to stop scanning 3 12 SIDE Press this button to change the side of the tape that is playing PLAY shows on the display SOURCE Press this button to select a source If no cassette tape is in the tape player CASS appears on the display and then the radio station appears briefly The display then reverts back to showing the time of day Press this button again or BAND to switch back to radio EJECT Press the upward triangle button to remove a tape The radio will play Eject may be activated with the radio off Cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio off but they will not start playing until the PWR button is pressed Press PWR or turn the ignition off to stop the cassette tape player The tape will stay in the player and resume play at the point where it stopped CLN If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tap
256. ted with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you have to have new ones put in be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts If you 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 Catera has an ACDelco Freedom battery You never have to add water to one of these When it s time for a new battery we recommend an ACDelco Freedom battery Get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label 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 getting hurt Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index 6 29 Bulb Replacement Headlamps For bulb types see Replacement Bulbs in the Index Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if vou drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package 1 With a screwdriver unscrew the fastener on
257. 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 negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal 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 9 Attach the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move good spot to attach the negative cable is on the bracket between the air cleaner and the engine block 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 12 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal A Heavy Metal Engine Part Vehicle with Dead Battery B Good Battery C Dead Battery Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a dealer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle See Roadside Service in the Index 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 a
258. th or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish Cleaning Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently so that the speaker won t be damaged Clean spots with just water and mild soap Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry 6 48 Do not bleach or dye safety belts If vou do it may severely weaken them In crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Cleaning Glass Surfaces 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 on inlerior glass 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 If 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 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 sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon Ami Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse
259. the headlamp cover and then remove the cover to gain access to the headlamps Note that the inner bulb 15 for the low beam headlamp and the outer bulb is for the high beam headlamp 2 Remove the black rubber cap that protects the 3 3 Remove the plug connector from the bulb bulb area 4 Squeeze the retaining clip together and then pull 5 Pull the bulb out and then replace away from the bulb assembly 6 32 Headlamp Aiming Your vehicle has the composite headlamp system These headlamps have horizontal and vertical aim indicators The aim has been pre set at the factory and should need no further adjustment If your vehicle is damaged in an accident and the headlamp aim seems to be affected see vour dealer Headlamps on damaged vehicles may require recalibration of the horizontal aim your dealer To check the aim the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows Place the vehicle on a level pad or surface The vehicle should not have any snow ice or mud attached to it The vehicle should be fully assembled and all other work stopped while headlamp aiming is being done There should not be any cargo or loading of the vehicle except it should have a full tank of fuel and one person or 160 Ibs 75 kg on the driver s seat Tires should be properly inflated Kock the vehicle to stabilize the suspension NOTICE make sure your headlamps are aimed properly read all
260. the passenger compartment air filter see vour Maintenance Schedule booklet The access panel for the passenger compartment air filter is on the grille at the base of the windshield on the passenger s side 6 17 1 Open the hood of your vehicle 5 Replace the filter by sliding it back in reattaching 7 both retainer clips and closing the grille flap 2 Lift the engine compartment rear seal see the arrow E meg P in the illustration and pull it back far enough to be 6 Replace the engine compartment rear seal able to lift open the grille flap 7 Close the engine hood 3 Dnhock both retaining clips that secure the filter For the type of filter to use see Normal Maintenance in place Replacement Parts in the Index 4 Slide the filter toward the front of the car and then pull the filter straight out Automatic Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take your Catera to a Catera dealership Service Department and have it repaired as soon as possible You may also have your fluid level checked by your dealer or service center when you have your oil changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher
261. the universal transmitter in your vehicle and press the universal transmitter button you have already programmed for two to three seconds Press the button again to make sure that the universal transmitter has been trained to the garage door opener receiver Check that the training was successful The receiver light should no longer be flashing The garage door opener should now recognize the universal transmitter You may either use the universal transmitter or hand held transmitter to open the garage door If after following these instructions you still have problems training the garage door opener consult your dealer Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash Individual channels cannot be erased but can be reprogrammed using the procedure for programming the transmitter explained earlier Accessories Accessories for the universal transmitter are available from the manufacturer of the unit If you would like additional information please call 1 800 355 3515 2 59 Instrument Panel The instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many of the other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically The main components of the instrument panel are A Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Instrument Cluster
262. tomatically switches the parking lamps and low beam headlamps on and off by sensing how dark it is outside To operate the twilight sentinel the ignition must be in ON or START and the twilight sentinel must be turned on by pressing the OFF button an indicator light in the button will be off when the twilight sentinel is activated If the system senses it is dark outside the lamps will turn on The lamps turn off when the system detects that it is bright outside 2 43 If vou rotate the control dial all the way up the lamps will remain on for about three minutes after the ignition has been turned to OFF or LOCK If you rotate the control dial all the way down the lamps will go off quickly You can adjust the delay time from a few seconds up to three minutes To turn the twilight sentinel off press the OFF button again The indicator light in the button will be on This lets the driver know that the system has been turned off The twilight sentinel also turns off if the ignition is turned to OFF or to LOCK This light in the instrument panel will come on if the ignition is on and The headlamps have not been manually turned The twilight sentinel senses it is dark outside The twilight sentinel is OFF and The transmission is not in PARK P 2 44 Light Sensor The light sensor for the twilight sentinel 15 located in the center of the front defogger grille If you cover the sensor it will read dark and the
263. ton followed by one of these buttons to display the time for the current station STATION TIME IS will be displayed If time has not been sent to the radio NO STATION TIME will be displayed If you have recently tuned to the station you may need to wait a minute before the time is available to the radio To set the clock to the current displayed station time press and hold HR or MN until TIME UPDATED is displayed There is a two second delay before the time is updated RDS mode does not have to be on to use this function but you must be tuned to an FM RDS station ALERT This type of announcement warns of national or lacal emergencies You will not be able to turn off alert announcements Alert announcements will come on even if RDS mode is turned off ALERT appears on the display when an alert announcement plays The radio uses TA volume during these announcements To increase volume turn the PWR VOL knob to the right Turn it to the left to decrease volume VOLUME will appear on the display while the volume is being adjusted When an alert announcement comes on the tuned radio station or a related network station you will hear it even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or compact disc is playing If the radio tunes to a related network station for an alert announcement it will return to the original station when the announcement is 3 17 finished If the cassette tape or compact disc player play will stop for the an
264. trol Module Passenger and Driver Heated Seat Relay Daytime Running Lamp DRL Relay LH High Beam Headlamp Relay Headlamp Switch LH Headlamp Low Beam LH Parking Lamp and Tum Signal Lamp LH Rear Sidemarker Lamp Multifunction Relay LH Stoplamp and Taillamp Lifting Magnet BCM Gage Cluster Sunroof Actuator Headlamp Switch RH and LH Front Sidemarker Lamp Middle Taillamp RH and LH Rear License Plate Lamp Radio Automatic Transmission Control Indicator Heater and A C Control Fuse 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 Usage Automatic Level Control Sensor Rear Suspension Leveling Air Compressor and Relay Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Door Lock Relay Rear Compartment Lid Release Connector Not Used Multifunction Relay RH Parking Lamp and Turn Signal Lamp Rear Sidemarker Lamp RH Stoplamp and Taillamp RH Low Beam Headlamp and Turn Signal Switch RH High Beam Headlamp Relay Blower Controller A C Compressor Relay Heated Rear Window Defogger Relay Heated Outside Rearview Mirror Passenger and Driver Seat Adjuster Switch Driver Seat Adjuster Memory Module 6 59 Relay Box Relay I VIII The relay box is located on the lower part of the XI instrument panel to the right of the steering column Usage High Beam Headlamps I LH Automatic Level Control Rear Window Defog Heated Mirrors Hazard Warning Flashers High Beam Headlamps II RH Horn Parking Lamps and Turn
265. ts and if you want to fold the seatback all the way down to provide extra storage see Passenger Seatback Latch later in this section Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even if you buckle vour 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 But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle For proper protection when the vehicle is in is moving motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Power Recliner This feature is available on all driver s seats and is optional on passenger s seats with leather interiors only Head Restraints These controls are located on the side of each front seatback closest to the door Press the control forward or rearward to adjust the seatback Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint 18 closest to the top of your ears This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash The head restraints tilt forward and rearward also Passenger s Seatback Latch Opti
266. ty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information 7 12 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 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to 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 believe 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 3J2 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hop
267. uoce sree ac ar RE reo on ros mm e FOR RAUM n 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 9 Break In New Vehicle 2716 Brightness Control WAS a AV CDU 2 45 i I us rate 2 27 Repl meram 6 30 Capacities and Specifications 6 63 Carbon 4 27 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3 28 Care of Your Compact Disc Player 3 30 8 2 Care of Your Compact Discs 31 30 Cassette Tape Player Errors 3 11 3 18 CD Adapter 2 Mea pose teca 3 25 SAREE oie re eR KA 3 22 Cellular THp uaa 2 30 Center Console Storage 2 48 Center High Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement ees eee eed 6 35 Central Door Unlocking System EXCESS 2 5 4 29 Chung Safety 4 34 Chains Tire 5 45 Chmiging amp FIO TRE eere erret esr 5 21 Charging System Indicator Light PAUL RE Mr es 2 65 Check Engine 2 70 Check Oil Light di Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 56 Chemical Paint 6 52 Child Restraints
268. uperhighways are the safest of all roads But they have their own special rules 4 20 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 At 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 tratfic Try to determine where you 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 you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot Once vou are moving on the freeway make 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 th
269. urchase whichever occurs first Appearance Care Materials Chart PART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE 994954 23in 25in Polishing Cloth Wax Treated Exterior polishing cloth 1050172 16 0 473 L Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar road oil and asphalt 1050173 16 0 473 L Chrome Cleaner and Polish Use on chrome stainless steel nickel copper and brass 1050174 16 oz 0 473 L White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls 1050214 32 oz 0 946 L Vinyl Cleaner Cleans vinyl tops upholstery and convertible tops 1050427 23 oz 0 680 L Glass Cleaner Removes dirt grime smoke and fingerprints 1052870 16 oz 0 4731 Wash Wax Concentrate Cleans and lightly waxes 1052918 8 oz 0 237 L Armor Protectant 210108 leather wood acrylics Plexiglas rubber and vinyl E 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels plastic Cleaner and floor mats 1052929 igoz 0 473 L Spray and rinse with water absorbs and removes soils Synthetic Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching 12345725 Tor 03541 12377964 160 0 4731 Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and oxidation and protects finish Removes contaminants blemishes and swirl marks See your Gene
270. ured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belt is not twisted and is properly attached The head restraint should be stored securely on the driver s side of the trunk as shown Replace the head restraint when you have finished carrying cargo or when the passenger s seat is returned to its normal upright position Folding the Rear Seat With the rear folding seatbacks you can carry long cargo by folding down part or all of the rear seat Before you can fold the rear seat you need to unlatch the center buckle Insert a key or a similar object into the slot as shown to unlatch the buckle Move the belt to the side so it is not in vour way To unlock the rear seatback press the pushbutton at the top of the seat and fold the seatback forward To return the seat to the passenger position lift up on the seatback and push it rearward until it latches After returning the seat to the passenger position pull forward on the seatback to make sure it is locked into place I Return the safety belts to their original positions so they will be available for To do so slide the buckle into the latch as shown 1 12 rear seat passengers 10 use The panel behind the rear seat armrest also folds Turn the knob to the left and pull the panel forward to gain access to the trunk When finished using the panel return it to its original
271. urn 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 vehicle by pushing or pulling it won t work and it could damage vour vehicle 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 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but he 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 vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as the radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save the radio Open the hoods and locate the batteries You ll also need to open the power distribution fuse block cover to access the positive terminal on the battery See arrow 5 4 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 Using a match near a battery ca
272. vernment 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 A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are A B and C and 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 erade assigned to this tire 15 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 representing the tire s resistance to the generation of 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 109 Grades B and represent higher levels of performan
273. washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint 6 25 Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all 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 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 There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level inthe When your brake fluid falls to a low level your brake reservoir 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
274. xception to this is when you re using the twilight sentinel Daytime Running Lamps 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 The DRL system will make the high beam headlamps come on at reduced brightness when your vehicle s ignition is in ON or START e the low beam headlamps are off the manual lamp switch 15 in the off or park lamp position and your vehicle s transmission is shifted out of PARK P When DRL are on only the high beam headlamps at reduced brightness will be on No other exterior lamps such as the parking lamps taillamps etc will be on when the DRL are being used The instrument panel won t be lit up either When the twilight sentinel is on and it s dark enough outside the high beam headlamps at reduced intensity will change to low beam headlamps When it s bright enough outside the regular lamps will go off and the high beam headlamps change to the reduced brightness of DRL 2 4 To idle your vehicle with the headlamps off turn off the twilight sentinel switch and shift the transmission into PARK P Placing vour vehicle in PARK P disables the DRL The DRL will stay off until you shift out of PARK 0 lf you re not in PARK P and the twilight sentinel system is
275. xed so it will be there to warn you if something goes wrong Check Oil Light This light will come on for a few seconds when the ignition is turned on If the light doesn t come on have it repaired If the light comes on while starting and stays on for about one minute or comes on while driving the engine oil level should be checked Prior to checking the oil level be sure your vehicle has been shut off for several minutes and is on a level surface Check the oil level and bring it to the proper level See Engine Oil in the Index 2 74 Brake To Shift Light This light will come on to remind you that you must press the brake pedal to BRAKE TO shift out of PARK P SHIFT Cruise Control Light This light comes on whenever you set your vehicle s cruise control CRUISE Low Washer Fluid Warning Light This light will come on when you turn on the ignition and the windshield washer fluid container is less than one third full Trunk Ajar Light This light will come on if your vehicle s trunk is not completely closed Fuel Gage The fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank It works only when the ignition is in E UNLEADED PUEL B ONLY Here are a few concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage of these situations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage Atthe gas station the gas pump shuts off before t
276. your vehicle s ignition off while the lamp dial is still turned on the headlamps will turn off If however you open the driver s door while the lamp dial is still turned on warning chime will sound reminding you to turn the lamp control dial to OFF This will stop the warning chime from sounding If you want the headlamps to remain on you must manually turn the lamp control dial off and then back on to the headlamp position The headlamps will stay on until manually turned off again Wiper Activated Headlamps This feature activates the low beam headlamps parking lamps sidemarker lamps and taillamps after the windshield wipers have been in use for about 20 seconds The wiper activated headlamps light the way in poor weather and also make your vehicle more visible to other drivers If the wipers are on and the ignition switch is turned off the headlamps will immediately turn off The headlamps will also deactivate if the windshield wipers have been turned off for about 20 seconds Perimeter Lighting This feature turns on the low beam headlamps parking lamps sidemarker lamps and taillamps for about 20 seconds after the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed Perimeter lighting immediately ends when your vehicle s ignition is turned to ON or START Lamps On Reminder You will hear a warning chime if you open the door while leaving the lamps on if the manual headlamp control is activated An e

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