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PENALTY O F LEADERSHIP CCad;llac M o t o r C a r Co. Detmit. Mich.) THIS TEXT APPEARED AS AN ADVERTISEMENT IN THE SATURDAY EVENING POST 7 JANUARY ZND. IN THE YEAR 1915 1COPYRIGHT.
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Few automobiles are fortunate enough to have the rich heritage that is Cadillace The name Cadiflac is appropriately that of Antoine de La Mothe Cadillac, the French military commander who founded the city of Detroit in 1701. What better name for the oldest automobile manufacturer in Detroit. Henry M. Leland, known as the Club of England awarded the pres- master of precision, initiated his precision manufacturing techniques at to Cadillac twice . . .
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. Jtandardization opened the eyes of the industrial world and was the corner-sone of modern production. From this achievement d evolved the reference to Cadillac as “Standard of the World:’ In 1909 Cadillac was purchased by the then new General Motors Corporation.
- I- For the 1948 model, Cadillac introduced the 7 L stainless steel roof and low profile tires. which set the trend in automotive and the modern overhead valve, The Eldorado,I i n t r o d u c e d i n 1953, was redesigned for 1967 as the first front wheel drive personal luxury car. The 472 cu. in. V8 engine high compression V8 engine used in all Cadillacs in 1968 and styling for nearly two decades.
A 1993 Cadillac AllantC in stock technical configuration, was selected as the pace car for the 76th Indianapolis 500. The demanding pace car performance and handling requirements were met because of such advanced systems as the 32 valve, dual overhead camshaft, Northstar This rich tradition continues into the '90s as Cadillac became the first automobile manufacturer to be awarded the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award. 4.
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This Cadillac Manual is divided into major sections. - Introduction - How to use this Manual ..................... 1m This section tells you how to use your Manual and includes Safety and Vehicle Damage Warnings and Symbols Section 1 - Seats and Safety Belts ......................... ‘ This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. Section 2 - Features and Controls ........................ 58 This section explains how to start and operate your Cadillac.
THE 1993 DE VILLE LITERATURE I I Please keep this literature in your Cadillac, so it will be thereif you ever need it when you’reon theroad. If you sell the vehicle, please leavethis book in it so the new owner can use it. FOR CmmW O W E R S WHO PREFER A FRENCH LANGUAGE MANU%!,: Aux proprietaires canadiens: Vous pouvez vousprocurer unexemplaire de ce guide en franqais chez votre concessionaire ou au DGN Marketing Services Ltd., 1500 Bonhill Rd., Mississauga, Ontario L5T lC7.
HOW TO USE THISMANUAL Many people read theirowner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. This will help you learn about the features and controls foryour vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly. INDEX A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of the manual. It’s an alphabetical list of all that’s in the manual, and the page number where you’ll find it.
Khicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these blue notices: In theblue notice area,we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Manytimes, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the noticewill tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read othermanuals, you mightsee CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. In this manual, we’ve used the familiar words and colors that Cadillac has used for years.
- Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols youwill find on your vehicle.
These symbols have to do with your lights: n MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH I A HAZARD WARNING FLASHER I TURN SIGNALS PARKING LIGHTS $0 ~~ LIGHTS OR HIGH BEAM 1 FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls: Q WINDSHIELD WIPER & WASHER - WINDSHIELD WASHER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER VENTILATING FAN HEADLAMP WASHER WIPER .~ REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER I *.
These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: BAlTERY CHARGING SYSTEM ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE I 93 FUEL I r 3 BRAKE ENGINEOIL PRESSURE ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE U ANTILOCK BRAKE Here are some other symbols you may see: mUE RADIO VOLUME RADIO SELECTOR CONDITIONING t TRUNK HATCHBACK RELEASE U LIGHTER 5 I SPEAKER
SEATS AND SAFETY BELTS Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Cadillac, your Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (“airbag”) system and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things youshould not do with safety belts. SEATS AND SEAT CONTROLS This section tells you about theseats -- how to adjust them, andalso about reclining front seatbacks, seatback latches, and headrestraints. Power Seat The control is located on the front door arm rest.
Reclining Front Seawack(s) 1 I To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer sideof the seat and move the seatback to where vouwantit. Release &e lever to lock the seatback. Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position. If you have a Touring Sedan, it works with a switch, here: Move the switch forward to raise the seat back and rearward to recline the seatback. But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.
A CAUTION: I 'I Sitting ina reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can't do their job when you're reclined like this. I .-. I The shoulder belt can't do its job because it won't be against your body. Instead, it wilt be in front of you. Pn a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. I - The lap belt can't do its jobeither. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen.
Head Restraints Slide the head restraint UD or down so that the to’p of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in acrash Front Seatback Latches (Two-Door Models) The frontseatback folds forward to let peopleget into the back seat. Your seatback will move backand forthfreely, unless youcome to a sudden stop. Thenit will lock in place. There’s one time the seatback may not fold without some help fromyou.
To fold a front seatback forward, push the seatbacktoward the rearas you lift this latch. Then theseatback will fold forward. The latch must be down for the seatto work properly. SAFETYBELTS: THEY’RE FOR EVERYONE This part of the manual tells you how to use safetybelts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belt. And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint, or “air bag” system. I I CAUTION: Don% letanyone ride where they can’twear a safety belt properly.
This figure lights up when you turn the key to “Run” or “Start” when your safety belt isn’t buckled, and you’ll hear a chime, too. It’s the reminder to buckle up. In many states and Canadianprovinces, the law saysto wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are very mild.In them, you won’tget hurt even if you’re not buckled up.
Y why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. For example, if the bike is going 10 mph (16 kmih), so is the child.
When the bikehits the block, it stops. But the child keeps going! I . :' , 1 ITake the simplest "vehicle." Suppose it's just a seat on wheels.
I Put someone on it. L Get it up to speed. Then stopthe “vehicle.” The rider doesn’t stop.
-- The person keeps going until stopped by something. I In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... or the instrument panel ...
or thesafety belts! With safety belts, you slow downas the vehicle does. You get moretime to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. HERE ARE QUESTIONS “VYPEOPLE ASKABOUT SAFETYBELTS ==ANDTHE ANSWERS Q: Won’tI be trapped in the vehicle afier an accidentifI’m wearing a safety belt? A: - - You could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can easily unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
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 toget the most protection. That’s true notonly infrontal collisions, but especially in side and other collisions.
HOW TO W E m SAFETYBELTS PROPEEY Adults This section is only for peopleof adult size. A CAUTION: There are special thingsto know about safety beltsand children. And there are different rules for babies and smaller children. If a child will be riding in your Cadillac, see the section after this one, called ‘Thildren.’’ Follow those rules for everyone’s protection. First, you’ll want to know whichrestraint systems your vehiclehas. We’ll start with the driver position.
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 seehow, see “Seats”in the Index) so you can sit up straight.
3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into thebuckle un,til it clicks. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender’’ at the endof this section. Make sure the releasebutton on the buckle faces upward or outward so you would be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to.
P The lap partof the beltshould be worn low and snug on thehips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to thestrong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likelyto slide under the lapbelt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force atyour abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder beltshould go over the shoulder and across the chest. These partsof the body are best ableto take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stopor crash.
. Sit well back in the seat 2. Start pulling the shoulder belt out.
- 4. Let the belt go back all the way. You should hear a slight clicking sound. If you don’t, the adjustment feature won’t set, andyou’ll have to startagain. i 5. Now you can add a small amount of slack. Lean forward slightly, then sit back. If you’ve added more than 1inch (25 mm) of slack, pull the shoulder belt out as you did before and start again. If you move around in the vehicle enough, or if you pull out theshoulder belt, thebelt will become tight again. If this happens, you can reset it.
Q: What’s wrong with this? 1 I A: I The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly asmuch protection this way. I A CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder beltis too loose.In a crash you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. Don’t allow more than1 inch (25 mm) of slack in SedanDe Ville models.
- Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. I A CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, thebelt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, notat the pelvic bones. This could cause seriousinternal injuries. Always buckle your belt into thebuckle nearest you.
Q: What’s wrong with this? n A: The shoulder belt is worn under thearm. It should be worn over the shoulder atall times. I I - A CAUTION: 1 You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulderbelt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move toofar 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 your liver or spleen.
- Q: What’s wrong with this? A: - - 3 A CAUTION: e - The belt is twisted across the body. 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 Pix it.
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on thebuckle. The belt should go back out of the way. I IBefore you closethe door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the dooron it, you can damage both thebelt and your vehicle. SUPPLEMENT& INFLATDLE R E S T M N T SYSTEM (AIR BAG) l This section explains the driver's Supplemental Inflatable Restraint(SIR) system, commonlyreferred to as an air bag.
A CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If yoii’re too closeto an inflating air bag, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts helpkeep you in position for an airbag inflation ina crash. Always wear your safety belt, even withan air bag, and sit as far back as you can while still maintaining control of your vehicle, .- - Air Bag System Light There is an air bag readiness light on theinstrument panel, which shows “Inflatable Restraint”.
How The Air Bag System Works Where is the air bag? The driver's air bag is in the middle of the steeringwheel. When is an air bag expected to inflate? The air bag is designedto inflate in moderate to severe frontalor near-frontal crashes.The air bagwill only inflate if the velocity of the impact is above the designed threshold level. When impacting straight into a wall that does not moveor deform, the threshold level for most GM vehicles is between 9 and 14 mph (14 and 23 km/h).
- What makes an air bag inflate? In a frontal impact of sufficient severity, sensors strategically located on the vehicle detect that thevehicle is suddenly stopping as a result of a crash. These sensors complete an electrical circuit, triggering a chemical reaction of the sodium azide sealed in the inflator.The reaction produces nitrogen gas, which inflates the clothbag. The inflator, cloth bag, and - related hardware are all part of the air bag inflator module packed inside the steering wheel.
@ Don’t attach anything to thesteering wheel pad. It might injure thedriver if the airbag inflates. The air bag is designed to inflate only once. After it inflates, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system. Ifyou don’t get them, the airbag system won’t be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include the air bag module and possibly other parts.The service manual has information about theneed to replaceother parts.
. L I - Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape, or yellow connectors. They are probably part of the air bag system. But if the ignition has to be on for electrical work, or if the steering column is to be disassembled, the air bag system must be disconnected. To do this: 0 Turn off the ignition. I _ _- ~ I__ - I _ 0 Remove the SIR (airbag) fuse. (See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index.) 0 Disconnect the yellow connector at the base of the steering column.
. .I . 1, ’ - The best way to protect thefett1s is to motect themother. Wh en a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetuswon’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safetybelts effective is wearing them properly. RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER POSITION The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt. See“Driver Position,’’ earlier in this part. When the lap portion of the belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock.
L_ CENTER PASSENGER POSITION __ Lap Belt If your vehicle has front and rear bench seats, someone can sit in the center positions. When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt.
Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at theend of this section. Make sure the releasebutton on the buckle faces upward or outward so you would be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to. REAR SEAT PASSENGERS It’s veryimportant for rear seatpassengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seatare hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts.
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next to thewindows havelap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. I __ 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. When the lap beltis pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, letit go back all the way and start again. If the beltis not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section.
n n The lap partof 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 likelyto slide under the lapbelt. If you slid under it, the belt would applyforce atyour abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These partsof the body are best able to take belt restrainingforces.
r To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. .
Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants andall children smaller than adult size. In fact, thelaw in everystate and Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. Smaller Children and Babies A CAUTION: 0 Smaller childrenand babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint. The instructionsfor the restraint will say whether it isthe righttype and size for yourchild.
CAUTION: (Continued) A -- I L Secure the baby in an infal traint.
CHILD R E S T U N T S Be sure tofollow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraintitself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system inyour vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraintto help reduce the chance of personal injury. The instructions thatcome with the infant or child restraint will show you how to do that.
- Top Strap If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. If you need to have an anchorinstalled, you can ask your Cadillac dealer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchoryourself, your dealer can tell you how to do it. Vehicles first sold in Canada have childrestraint anchor bracket hardware in the glove box, along with instructions forinstalling it. This should be used only with a child restraint, and only to secure a child restraint at the center rear seating position.
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Position You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earliersection about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 7 1. Put the restraint onthe seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 3. Pull out the vehicle’s safety belt and run the lap partthrough or around the restraint.The child restraint instructions will show you how.
4. Buckle the belt. Make surethe release button faces upward or outward, so you'll be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever need to.
6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. -. 7. 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 anadult or larger child passenger.
- Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position - When you secure a child restraint in a center seatingposition, you’ll be using the lap belt. See the earliersection about the top strapif the child restraint has one. 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. P I - 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructionssay.
4. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint.The child restraint instructions will show you how. r 5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button faces upward or outward, so you’ll be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever need to. .I 6. TOtighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
7 Securing a Child Restraint in me Right Front Seat You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier secrlon aDout the top strap if the child restraint hasone. ~- 1. Put the restraint onthe seat. Follow the instructions for thechild restraint. 2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructionssay. 3. Pull out thevehicle’s safety belt and run the lap partthrough or around the restraint.The child restraint instructionswill show you how.
4. Buckle the belt. Make surethe release button faces upward or outward, so you’ll be able tounbuckle it quickly if you ever need to. 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. n 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. - - To remove the child restraint, justunbuckle the vehicle's safetybelt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and beready to work for an adult or largerchild passenger.
Larger Children 7 L Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Accident statistics show that children are saferif they are restrained in the rear seat.But they need to use the safety belts properly. 52 .
Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. 0 53 Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are.
A CALJ ION: I Nev I - do this. -I ~ - Here two children are wearing the same belt. The beltcan’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, thetwo children canbecrushedtogether and seriously injured. A belt must be ur -iby only one person at a time.
’ A CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that hasa lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder partis behind the child. If the child wears the belt in thisway, in a crash the childmight slide under thebelt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. T’ It <: dd cause serious or fatal injuries. Wherever the child sits, the lap portionof the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs.
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 extenderwill be long enough for you. The extender will be just foryou, and just forthe seat in your vehiclethat you choose. Don’t let someone else use it, and use it only for the seatit is made tofit. To wear it, just attachit to theregular safety belt.
7 Q: What’s wrong withthis? A: The belt is torn. CAUTION: Tom or frayed belts may not protectyou in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.
FEATURES AND CONTROLS Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Cadillac, and informationon starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are theinstrument panel andthe warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem. KEYS A CAUTION 0 . Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is &mgemus for many I T ~ S ~ R SA. child or others could be badly injured or &en killed.
The square keys are for theignition only. The round keys are for the doors and all other locks. I When a new Cadillac is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs from the keys, and gives them to the first owner. ~- Each plug has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep the plugs in a safe place. If you lose your keys, you'llbe ableto have new ones made easily using these plugs.
DOOR LOCKS I A CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. -- Passengers especially children -- can easily open the doors and fall out.When a dooris locked, theinsidehandle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow downor 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’tlocked.
There are several ways to lock and unlock yourvehicle: c _ r- If your vehiclehas a theft deterrentsystem and it is armed, unlock the doors only with the key or Keyless Entry System. This will avoid setting off the alarm. From the inside: To lock the door, slide the lock lever down to the 1 “LOCK” position. To unlock the door, slide the lever up.
Power Door Locks Push the lower part of the switch marked “LOCK” to lock all the doors at once. Push the upper partof the switch to unlock all the doors. I On four-doormodels, the switch on each rear door locks all the doors. It won’t unlock anyof the doors-- that’s a safety feature. Automatic Door Locks Just close your doors, turn onthe ignition. Every timeyou move your shift lever out of “P” (Park) all of the doors will lock.
Rear Door Security Lock Your Cadillac is equipped with rear door security locks that helpprevent passengers from opening the rear doorsof your car from the inside. To _use one of these locks: 1. Move the lever on r: the door all the way down. f I I SET LEVER O N OTHER REAR DOOR ALSO. -- - 2. Close the door. 3. Do the same thing to the otherrear door lock.
The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be openedfrom inside when this feature is in use. If you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on: - 1. Unlock the door from the inside. 2. Then open the doorfrom the outside. If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adultsor olaerchildren who ride in the rear won’t be able to open the rear doorfrom the inside. You should let adultsand older children know how these security locks work, and how to cancel the locks. To cancel the rear doorlock: 1.
You can also unlock your doors from the trunk by pushing this button. I If your Cadillac has the Security Packageoption, you willnot beable to unlock your doors from the trunk. Illuminated Entry System (Option) When you push the door handle button,you’ll get a light around the door lock cylinder. You’ll be able to seewhere to put the doorkey when it’sdark. And the lights inside your Cadillac will go on. They’ll go off when you start your engine, or when 20 seconds have passed.
Should interference to this system occur, try this: 0 Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the instructions on battery replacement. 0 Check the distance. You may be too farfrom your vehicle. This product has a maximum range. 0 Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. See your Cadillac dealer or a qualified technician for service.
n r r f f L You can match a transmitter to as manydifferent vehicles as you own, provided they are equipped with exactlythe samemodel svstem. (General Motors offers several different models of these systems on theirvehicles.) Each vehicle can have only2 transmitters matchedto it. See your dealer to match transmitters to anothervehicle. Battery Replacement Under normaluse, the batteriesin yourkey chain transmitter should last about two years.
I 3. Replace the batteries. Put them in withthe printed . I side down. .. . A. 4. Install the cover making sure thecover is on tightly so water won’t get in. Glove Box The glove box isdirectly in front of the frontpassenger seat. To unlock the door, insert theoval key into thelock cylinder and turn it to theleft to a horizontal position. To lock the door turn the key to the right to a vertical position and remove the key.
You’ll find the button here in the glove box. Push the yellow button to open your trunk. - It works when the ignition is on. If you stop your vehicle and turn the ignition key to “Off”, you can still use the Remote Trunk Release. Your vehicle has Retained Accessory Power(RAP). The electrical power to the Trunk Release will not shutoff until you open a door or 10 minutes has passed. If you want this power for another10 minutes, just turn the key to “RUN” and then back to “OFF”.
With this feature, a warning light willcome on in the Information Center if your trunk is not closed. THEFT Vehicle theft is big business, especially insome cities. Although your Cadillac has a number of theft deterrent features, we knowthat nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Kev in the ignition:If you walk awayfrom your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target forjoy riders or professional thieves -- so don’t do it.
U N m R S A L THEFT DETERRENT (OPTION) If your Cadillac has this option, it has a theft deterrent alarm system. Withthis system, tht “SECURITY” light will flash as you open the door(if your ignition is off). This light reminds you to arm the theftdeterrent system. Here’s how to do it: 1. Opcn the door. 2. Lock the doorwith the power door lock switch or Keyless Entry System. The “SECURITY”light should come on andstay on. 3. Close all doors. The “SECURITY”light should go off.
Always unlock a doorwith a key, or use the Keyless Entry System. Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm. If you set off the alarm by accident, unlock anydoor with your key. You can also turn off the alarm by using the Keyless Entry System, if you have it.The alarm won’t stop if you try to unlock a doorany other way. How to Test The Alarm Roll down your window and lock your vehicle using the power door lock or theKeyless Entry System.
I _ .- ~ ~ .~ .-. ~ - ~- ~- the key from the ignition. PASS-Key TM uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoderin your vehicle. When the PASS-Key 11 TM system senses that someone is using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle’s starter and fuel systems. For about three minutes, the starterwon’t work and fuelwon’t go to the engine. If someone triesto startyour vehicle again or uses another key during this time, the vehicle will not start.
NEW VEHICLE cCBREAK-IN” IGNITION KEY POSITIONS This lock gives you five different positions. Before you put thekey in, your ignition will be in the “LOCK” position. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It’s an anti-theft feature.
--. - - - .. The other positions let you perform these functions: ACC: Accessory lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. To get into“Acc”,push in the key and turn it toward you. Your steering wheel will remain locked, just as it was before you inserted the key. OFIF: This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel. It doesn’t lock the steering wheel like “Lock.
To start vour V8 engine: c 1. Don’t push the accelerator pedal before starting your engine. In some other vehicles youmight need to do this, but because of your vehicle’s computer systems, you don’t. 2. 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. 3. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in “Start” forabout three seconds at a time until your engine starts.
__q D.RIUNG THROUGH DEEP STANDING WATER ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (OPTION) In very cold weather, O°F (-18OC) or colder, the engine block heater can help. You’ll get easier starting andbetter fuel economy during engine warm-up. To use the block heater: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt outlet. A - I I CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock.
NOTICE: After you’ve u was before, to keepit away from movingengine parts.If you don’t, it could be damaged. How long should you keep the block heater plugged in? The answer depends onthe weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact a Cadillac dealer in the areawhere you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.
’ A CAUTION: It can be dangerous toget out of ---urvehicle if the shiftlever is not fully in “P” (Park) with the parking brakefirmly set. Your vehicle can roll. s 4 W$&I Don’t leave your vehicle whenthe engine is running unless y have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or otherscould be injured. To be sure yo vehicle won’t move, when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake andmove the shiftlever to “P” (Park).
N (Neutral) In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’realready moving, use “N” (Neutral) only. Also, use “N” when your vehicleis being towed. A CAUTION: Shifting outof “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral) while your engine is “racing” (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brakepedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hitpeople or objects.
3 (ThirdGear) This is like a,but you never go into Overdrive. Here aresome times you might choose “3” instead of a: - When driving on hilly, winding roads - When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears - When going down a steep hill 2 (SecondGear) This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use 2 on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but thenyou would also want to use your brakes off and on.
1 (First Gear) This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than “2.”You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector lever isput in “1,”the transaxle won’t shiftinto first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough. ~ ~ j ~ 7 . . If your front wheels can’t rotate, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object. You could damage your transaxlc.
When you move out of “P” (Park) or“N” (Neutral), if your engine is running, your parking brake should go off. If it doesn’t, you havea parking brake problem and should have it fixed.In themeantime, you can still release your parking brake. Justpull on the manual releaselever, as shown. r r r r A CAUTION: If yourhandorarm is inthe way of thepedal,youcouldbe I hurt. The pedal springs back quickly. Keep your hand and arm -- se thr -1anual r -’- - -e lever. r r See “Parking on Hills” in the Index.
If YOU are towinn a trailer and are parking; on any hill:See “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. That section shows what to dofirst to keep the trailer from moving. SHIFTING INTO “P”(PARK) II A CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in “P” (Park) with the parking brakefirmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, thevehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured.
- 2. Move the shift lever into “P” (Park) position like this: Pull the lever toward you. f 1 Move the lever up as far as it will go. - 3. With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down, set the parking brake. 4. Move the ignition key to “Lock.” 5. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in “P7’ (Park).
It canbe dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fullyin “P” (Park) with the parking brake firmlyset. And, if it could overheat you leave the vehicle with the engine running, and even catch fire.You or others could be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to.
- P m N G OVER THINGS THAT BURN - 1 I I I A CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or ather things that can burn.
ENGINE E m U S T I A CAUTION: I I I = Engine exhaustcan kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO),which you can't see or smell. It can cause e unconsciousness and death, ' I I You might have exhaust coming in if: 0 Your exhaust system sounds strangeor different. 0 Your vehicle gets rusty underneath, * Your vehicle was damaged in I' I I - a collision, Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high pointSean th6orroad over debris. &ad * - I @ 0 0 Repairs weren't don6 correctly.
m RUNNING YOUR ENGINE IZIiWLE YOUfRE PARKED r It’s better not to parkwith the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are somethings to know. I A CAUTION: Idling theengine with the air system control off could allow dangerous exhaust intoyour vehicle (see the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust”). I Also, idling in a closed-in place can letdeadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting. One place this can happenis a garage.
POWER WINDOWS Express Down Window (Driver'sSide) Just press the switch once -- for half a second or more -- and then let go. The window will go all the way down. If you want to stop thewindow as it is going down, press the switch again. Your vehicle has Retained Accessory Power(RAP). When you stop your vehicle and turn theignition key to "OFF", you can still useyour power windows. The electrical power to thepower windows will not shut off until you open a door or 10 minutes has passed.
Window Lock ~ When the switch is in the "On" position, an amber indicatorlight will illuminate. Only the driver's window control switches will operate thepower windows. This feature is useful when you're transporting small children and you don't want them using the power windows. When your vehicle is in the Retained Accessory Power(RAP) mode, the window lock function will not lock the windows. HORN To sound the horn, justpress the centerof the steeringwheel.
To tilt the wheel, hold thesteering wheel and pull the lever. Move the steeringwheel to a comfortable level, then release thelever to lock the wheel in place. THE TURN SIGNK/MULTIFUNCTION LEVER The lever on theleft side of the steeringcolumn includes your: 0 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 0 Headlight High-Low Beam & Passing Signal 0 Windshield Wipers 0 Windshield Washer Cruise Control 92 b .
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator _ / I The turn signal has two upward (for Right) and two downward (for Left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. -- To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. m A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. I To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash.
If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the green arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse (see “Fuses” in the Index) and for burned-outbulbs.
WINDSHIELD W P E R S p H I 7 7 You control thewindshield wipersby turning the band marked“WIPER.” For a single wiping cycle,turn the band to “MIST? Hold itthere until the wipers start, then letgo. The wipers will stop after onecycle. If you want more cycles, hold the bandon “MIST” longer. You can set thewiper speed for along or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in lightrain orsnow. Turnthe band to choose the delay time. The closer to “LO,” the shorter thedelay.
Heavy snowor ice can overload your wipers.A circuit breaker will stop them until the motorcools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. WINDSHIELD WASHER At the topof the multifunction lever there’s a paddlewith the word “PUSH” on it. To spray washer fluid on thewindshield, push and release the paddle.The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return toyour preset speed. For continued wash operation, press and hold the paddle down.
If this light comes on, it means you're low on washer fluid. r J. r - 'A CAUTION @ I m r Driving without washer fluid'canbe dangerous. A bad mud splash can block~yourrisim. Yciu could hit another vehicleor go off the road. Check j&u- washer fluid level often. In freezing weather, don't use yourwasher until the windshield is warmed. OtherwiSethe washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blQcking your vision.
U When using concentrated washer fluid, foll manufacturer’s instruction Don’t mix water with ready of the washer sy tank and other parts as well as washer fluid. u L.J. c1 U Headlight Washers (Export On&) 11 you have this feature, when your headlamps are on, you will wash your headlamps while washing your windshield. Just press the PUSH paddle on the multifunction lever.
A CAUTION: Cruise Control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your Cruise Control on winding roads orin 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. To Set Cruise Control Move the Cruise Control switch to ON.
0 Get up to the speed you want. Push in the button at the endof the lever and release it. instrument panel will come on.) INFOR Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your Cruise Control ata desired speed and thenyou apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the Cruise Control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the Cruise Controlswitch from “ON’’ to “R/A? (Resume/Accelerate) for abouthalf a second.
You’ll go rightback up to your chosen speed andstay there. I - A ! ! ! CAUTION , If you hold the switchat “R/A” longer than=halfa second, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switchor apply the brake.You could be startied and evenlose control. So unless you ’1 nt to go faster, don’t hold the switchat “R/A.” To Increase Speed While Using CruiseControl There aretwo ways to go to ahigher speed. Here’s the first: 1. Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. 2.
To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to “,/A’ for less than half a second and then releaseit. Each time you do this, your vehiclewill go about 1mph (1.6 km/h) faster. To Reduce Speed while Using Cruise Control There aretwo ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: Push in the button at theend of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, push the button for less than half a second.
._I -. -“ To Get Out of Cruise Control There areseveral ways to turn off the Cruise rnntrol: Step lightly on the brake pedal ;OR Move the Cruise switch to “OFF.” (The “CRUISE” light will go out.) ; OR - When the Traction Control System is turned on, it will turn off the Cruise Control. See“Traction Control System” in the Index.
To Erase Speed Memory When you turn off the Cruise Control or the ignition, your Cruise Control setspeed memory is erased.
r Here’s how your light systems work: Headlight “On” Warning If the manuallight switch isleft on (as when someone has parkedyour car), you’ll hear awarning tone when you turn off the ignition and open the driver’s door. Twilight Sentinel The control will look like this: - i . r I It switches your lightson andoff by sensing how dark itis outside.
To operate it, leave the light switch off and move the Twilight Sentinel control to any position but “OFE” If you move the controlall the way to MAX, your lights will remain on for three minutes after you turn off your engine. If you move the control almost all the way in the other direction,so it’s just on, thelights will go off quickly when you turn off your engine. You can change this delay time from only a few seconds to three minutes. Please don’t cover the light sensor.
--- will change to the reduced brightness of DRL (if the headlight switch is off). Of course, you may stillturn on theheadlights any time you need to. To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, shift the transaxle into “P” (Park). The DRL will stay off until you shift out of “P” (Park). - -- Rear Fog Lights (Export Only) -- I L -c - _ ~. To turn them on,push the switch located on the right lower side of your instrument panel.A small indicator light will glow to tell you they are on.
Lump Monitors The frontlamp monitors show that your headlamps, high beam and turn signals are working. 5- % The rear lamp monitors show that the taillights and brake lights are working.
7 MIRRORS Automatic DaylNight Inside Rearview Mirror - 7 -. Your Cadillac has the automatic electrochromic rearview mirror. During the day the mirror reflects all the light from behind your car. At night, when the glare is too high, it darkens to reflect only part of the light behind you. When the mirror darkens, it holds that position until the glare is no longer present. -- Settings __ -. Your automatic rearview mirror has different positions for light sensitivity.
Turn the switch to “OFF” when you want the mirror to stay in the day mode. Cleuning Photocells Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the front and rear photocells that make the mirror work.
Front Seat Illuminated Vanity Mirrors (Option) To use one, turn the sunshade down. Then lift the cover up to see the mirror.The switch makes the light brighter. Outside Mirrors Your Cadillac has electric mirror control. If you have the Touring Sedan or an Export vehicle, you have collapsible outside mirrors. These mirrors can pivot to accommodate tight situations. Just pivot the mirror inward. To return themirror to its normal position, rotate the mirror until it locksinto place.
Just rotate theknob to choose the left or right mirror. Thenmove itto adjust the mirror. r " I Q a' . .. . , LI Convex OutsideMirror Your right side mirroris convex.A convex mirror's surface is curved a little so you can see morelooking from thedriver's seat. I A CAUTION: If you aren't used to a convex mirror, you can hit another .vehicle. A convex mirror can make other things (like vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
Electrochromic Outside Rearview Mirror (Option) (Not available on Touring Sedan) This mirror automatically dims to minimize glare formaximum rear visibility. As glare increases, themirror darkens accordingly. When the glare subsides, the mirror returns to its clear daytime state. The mirror is controlled by the same three position sensitivity switchthat controls theElectrochromic Inside Rearview mirror. CONVENIENCE NET (OPTION) a:’ Your vehicle may have a convenience net.
ASTROROOF - EXPRESS OPEN If you have this option, theswitch is here: I The astroroof includes a sliding glasspanel and a sliding sunshade. The control switch onlyworks with the ignition on or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP) mode. To Open the Sunroof:Press the controlswitch rearward and release it to open theglass panel and sunshade. If you want to stop thesunroof in a partially open position, lightly press the switch again. Press the switch rearward again to openfully.
ASHTRAYS Front Center Ashtray Here's how to takeit out forcleaning: Lift it out by pulling on the snuffer. If the ashtray will not come outby pulling on the snuffer, try this: Reach under theashtray and gently push up on theashtray bowl to free it fromthe drawer.
Rear Ashtrays Here’s how to remove them: C I G m T T E LIGHTER It’s near the ashtray. To use a lighter, just push it all the way in. When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself. when it’s ready. Thatcan 1 the heating element.
GAR4GE DOOR OPENER (OPTION) his option allows you open up to three garage doors.The transmitter unit fits into the maplight console. Your Cadillac dealer can tell you about the hand held power pack unit and the installation you’ll need at home to make this work. If your Cadillac is equipped with an Electriclears heated windshield, you’ll have to becloser to the garage door for the transmitter unit work. to STORAGE ARMIREST The armrest between the front seats opens into a storage area.
THE INSTRUMENT PANEL: YOUR INFOWATION SYSTEM LEFTSIDE E-! I . FORMATIONCENTER INFORMATION CEN a Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your Cadillac is running. You’ll know howfast you’re going, howmuch fuel you’re using, and many of other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically. *L- SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER C Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).
,I.~ EnglishIMetric Button (Digital Option) You can go back and forth from English (miles) to metric (kilometers) by pushing this button. ___ The same button also makes other readings (like temperature, fuel and odometer) go between English and metric. Trip Odometer You can tell how far you’ve gone since you last set it back to zero. To reset, justpush the button. ~- - . If you have the Digital speedometer and odometer,there’s one special thing to know.
Odometer Your Cadillac has a “tamper-resistant odometer.” On the analog odometer, if you see silver lines between the numbers, probably someone has tried to turnit back. The numbers may not be true.If you have the optional digital odometer, it will say ERROR if someone has tampered with it. You may wonder what happens if a carhas to have a new odometer installed. If possible, the new one has to be setto thesame reading the old one had.
When oneof the warning lights comes on andstays on when you are driving, check the section that tells you what to do aboutit. Pkase follow the manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairscan be costly -- and even dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights. They’re a big help. Brake System WarningLight Your Cadillac’shydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other partcan still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well.
A 1’ I I - CAUTION: Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake warning light is on. Driving with the brake warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on afteryou’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light II - -. ‘.I With anti-lock, this light will go onwhen you start your engine and may stay on forseveral seconds or so. That’s normal.
- tire. If the warning light stays on after you replace the compact spare with a full-size tire, or if it comes on again when you’re driving,your Cadillac needs service. Traction Control System Warning Light(Option) WER When your traction control system is working, the message “TRACTION ACTIVE” will appear in your information center. This means that slippery road conditions may exist. The “TRACTION OFF” warning light means that thesystem is not working.
‘f the “TRACTION OFF” warning lightcomes on andstays on for an :&ended period of time, your vehicle needs service. A CAUTION: If you let your tires spin at high speed when the “TRACTION OFF” warning light ison, they can explode and you or others could be injured. And, spinning your tires with the “TRACTION OFF’’ warning light on can cause the transaxle tooverheat or can cause otherproblems. That could cause an engine fire or other damage. When you’re stuck, spin thewheels as little as possible.
- Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated or your radiator cooling fans are not working. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn -1 the engine off as soon as possible. HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY! In “Problems on the Road,” this manual shows what to do. See“Engine Overheating” in the Index.
HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY! In “Problemson theRoad,” this manual shows whatto do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index. Charge Light L P When you turn thekey to “Run,”this light will come on briefly, to show that your alternator andbattery charging systems are working. I If a light stays on, you need service, and you should take your Cadillac to the dealer at once. To save your battery until you get there, turnoff all accessories, and setyour Electronic Climate Control system to “OFF.
m If it does notcome on at all, have it fixedright away. If it stays on, or it comes on while you are driving, the computer is indicating that you have a problem. You should take your vehicle in for service soon. Oil Light This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure. -. The light goes on when you turn your key to “Run” or“START”It goes off once you have started your engine. That’s just a check to be sure the light works.
A CAUTION: Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine canbecome so hot that itcatches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. r JOTICE: Damage to your engin %omne! cte probl costly and is not covered by your warranty. IS cal Change Oil Soon Light This light will come on for a few seconds as a bulb check when you first start your engine.
- Service Air Cond Light You’ll find this light here: FORMATION CENTE iERVICE __ If it ever stays on for 29 seconds or more, you need service. It comes on for a few seconds, just asa bulb check whenever you turn your ignition to Run. ” “ __ SERWCE SSS Light bRMATION CEP When you first start your car, the “SERVICE SSS” light will come on as a bulb check and a system self-check for afew seconds.
Fuel Datu Center Your Fuel Data Centertells you all you want to know about your rue1 situation. Here’s how it works: This shows how much fuel you have in your tank. “F” means “Full.” “E” means you’re almost empty. FLASHING “E”means: stop for fuel immediately or you’ll run out.
Your Fuel Data Center has five buttons. Here’s what they do: INST (Instantaneous Fuel Economy), Push this and you’ll see what your fuel economy is at that instant. The computer takes a new reading twice every second. It will show economy up to 70 miles per gallon (or, in metric, 2 litres per 100 kilometers). - AVG (Average Fuel Economy), I This reading is your average fuel economy since the last time you reset the system. “Avg” shows total distance divided by the total fuel used.
- RANGE ~ , . - ~ , ~ - ~ ~ . ~ ‘ ~ - - ~ ~ ..... , ~*....~............ - ~ ~<,, ~. ..~. .~.~. . . ,. -. ,. ~. .- .~. I i I .. A This shows howfar the computer thinks you can go with the fuel that’s in yourtank. When you get downto 40 miles to go (or, in metric, 64 km) it just says “L,” which means “LOW.” You should then getfuel right away. * ‘ Your computer needsenough data for theRANGE reading to work, however, so it will read L for a while whenyour Cadillac is brand new (under 25 miles).
“Fuel Used” can tell you the least costly way to make a familiar trip. Here’s how youmight use it for your commute towork: EXPRESSWAY ROUTE 34 MILES 20.1 MPG 1.7 GALLONS USED 24 MILE! 7 8.5 MPG 1.3 GALLONS USED L Using FUEL USED, you would find that you wouldsave money in fuel costs by taking the directroute towork, even though fuel economy was better on thefreeway route. RESET Push this to return “Avg” and “Fuel Used” to zero. .... ~.,...., . ....- . .. .i I . I . .
Fwc- Press and hold the Range and Fuel Used buttons to display the oil lifepercentage. ta Center c l You’ll see how much oil lifeyou have left, as a percentage. So if you see “94” for example, that means that theway you’re driving your vehicle, left. 94% of your current oil life is still The “CHANGE OIL SOON” light will come on for a few seconds as a bulb check when you start your engine.
Once the buttons are released the “CHANGE OIL SOON” light will flash 4 times to indicate it has reset to 100. If the “CHANGEOIL SOON” light comes on and stays on for5 seconds, it did not reset. You’ll need to reset the system again. SPEED SENSITIVE SUSPENSION (SSS SYSTEM) The Speed Sensitive Suspension System (SSS) automatically controls the firmness of your Cadillac’s ride.
TRACTION CONTROL (OPTION) If you have this feature, this brakeonly Traction Control complements your anti-lock braking system. Traction Control regulates tirespin during low-speed acceleration and steady driving. The Traction Control Brake-Only System uses the same wheel speed sensors used by your Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). When wheel slip is detected by the wheel sensors, the electronic controlmodule sends a signal to thebrake pressure modulator to apply pressure pulses to the brakes.
COMFORT CONTROLS AND AUDIO SYSTEMS In this section you'll find out how to operate the comfort controlsystems and audiosystems offered with your Cadillac. Be sure toread about the particular system supplied with your vehicle. YOUR CADILLAC AIR SYSTEM This part tells you how to make your Electronic Climate Controlwork for you. Outside Air Outside airalways flows through your Cadillac when the car is moving.
Here's how to adjust the rearseating air outlets: I ! Turn the center dial to directthe air flow through the vents or at the floor.
Electronic Climate Control Here’s how your system works: OfF €con Auto w Q@ ‘to * Hi’ Outside Temp. Push the “Outside Temp” button to get the theoutside temperature (unless the system isoff). Push it again to theregular system display. CoolerlWarmer To choose the temperature you want inside the car, push the cooler or warmer button.
You can choose from 65 F (18 ’C) to 85 F (29 ’C). And, at each end, you may choose 60 F (16 ’C), for maximum cooling,and 90 F (33 ’C), for maximum heating. Then, you have these choices: Off Nothing is on, but airwill flow rnrough your vehicle if you are moving. The system will attempt to maintain the chosen temperature, butmay never reach it,because the blower motor will not operate. Econ Use “Econ”in coldor cool weather, because it saves fuel by not allowing the A/C compressor to run.
on thedisplay. To get a fan speed thatis a little lower than the“Auto Fan” speed, push the “Lo” or “Hi” button until you see the“Auto Fan Lo Fan” on thedisplay. When first starting your vehicle with a cold engine, the fan speed will gradually increase as the temperatureof the engine coolant increases. Defiost To get fog or ice off the windshield, push the Defrost button. It will help a lot if you first clearany iceand snow from the hood and the air inlet(it’s between the hood and thewindshield).
3. Push the switch. A light will come on to tell you it is working. The system will go off after a four minute heating cycle (two minutes if you shift out of “P” (Park) within the first two minutes of the cycle). If you want it to cycle again, push the switch. It will go on for two minute cycles after that.If it has cleared your windshield before the cycle isover, you can turnit off by just pushing the switch again.
Electronic Solar Sensor The Electronic Solar Sensor is part of the Electronic Climate Control System. It is located on topof your instrument panel speaker grill. The sensor monitors the sun's solar radiation by telling the Electronic Climate Control system what angle and the intensity the sun is at. The Electronic Climate Control thencan automatically make the necessary temperature adjustments. AUDIO SYSTEMS Your Dekoa sound system has been designed to operateeasily and give years of listening pleasure.
A CAUTION: Hearing damage from loud noise is almostundetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful toyour hearing. Take precautions by adjusting thevolume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts toit. To help avoid hearing lossor damage: Adjust the volume control to thelowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly.
AM The range formost AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range,however, can cause stations to interferewith each other.AM can pickup noise fromthings like storms andpower lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it. This meansyour radio can produce quality AM sound comparable toFM stereo. AMAX3 reduces noise without reducing the high frequencies you need for the best sound.
Pwr (Power) The power (or PWR) button turnsyour system on and off unless you have a Bose system. If you do, rotate the upperknob to turn it on and off. Your vehiclehas Retained Accessory Power (RAP). When you stop your vehicle and turn the ignition key to “Off”, you can still use your radio. The electrical power to the radiowill not shut off until you open a door or 10 minutes has passed. If you want this power for another 10 minutes, just turn thekey to “Run”and then back to “Off”. .
The control behind the lower knob moves the sound between your front and rear speakers. SCAN When you push “SCAN”,the radio will find the next station and stay there a few seconds. Then it will go to thenext station andpause, and keep doing that. When you want it to stop,just push SCAN again. SEEK When you push “SEEK”, it also chooses stations, butit doesn’t keep moving as SCAN does. When you push SEEK, the radio goes to thenext station andstays there.
0 0 0 Push the SET button. Push any two of the push buttons that are next to each other. Repeat these steps foreach station you select. Whenever you push those buttons together,you’ll get the stationyou selected. Your Cassette Tape Player Your tape player is built to work best with tapes thatare 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that use such thin tape that they may not work well in this player. Tu Play A Cassette Tape A Have the radio on.
If you do not have a Bose system, then please keep reading here. If you do have a Bose system, then please skip over to thepages that describe those systems. Your Graphic Equalizer Your equalizer lets you set thebass, midrange and treble to sound just theway you want. The 60 and 250 controls work the bass side. Midrange is the 1K. The 3.5K and 10K are treble sound controls. J gives you more sound in that range. Moving one of these controlsU Moving it down gives you less.
Push-Freq (Program) Push the upperknob when playing a tape toswitch from one side of the tape tothe other. -. Search C r When you’re playing a tape, Search lets you jump aheadquickly to the start of the next selection. It makes the tape stopwhen it gets to the next place with 4 seconds or more of silence. To use Search: 0 Slide Search to the right, then Push Fwd. If you want to go back and heara selection you’ve just heard, Search will do that too. Justslide Search to theright and then push REV.
c Delco Bose System Does your Cadillac have this Delco-Bose system? r 7 - - If it does, then please keep reading here. If not, then please turn ahead to the part thatdescribes your system. Setting the Tone BASS Move this lever up to hear more bass. TREBLE Move this lever up to hear more treble. For the clearest sound, keep both of these all the way up. If a station is weak and noisy, you can move TREBLE down to reduce the noise. DNR@*This is the Dynamic Noise Reduction button.
To Play a Cassette Tape Have the radio on. Insert the tape into the door marked “AUTO REVERSE”. Thelonger side with the tapevisible goes in first. Once the tapeis playing, the Volume, Treble, Bass,DNR@and speaker balance controls work just as they do for theradio. Cr02/M(Chromium DioxideIMetal) Choose the right bias (or “equalization”) for your tape. Your tape, onits label or box, should say whether its bias (or “equalization”) is 70 microseconds (70 p) or 120 microseconds (120 p).
- Search (Music Search) - This feature makes it easy to play a tapeselection again, or toskip to the next selection. To use it, slide Search to theright. You’ll see the Search indicator light go on. To Play A Tape SelectionAgain: With Search on, press Rev. The tapewill goback to thebeginning of the selection that is playing. ~ To Play The Next Selection: - With Search on, press Fwd. The tapewill stop when it gets to thenext place with 4 seconds or more of silence.
The Delco43ose Gold Series CompactDisc Music System 1 To Play the Radio The “Power” button turns theradio on and off. The Volume (or Vol) button adjusts the volume up or down. (Press the center to get a preset level.) am-fm Button Push this to get AM or FM. (The lighted display showsyour selection.) Seek Push the Seek button to go to thenext station and stay there. Push again and it will find the next station, and so on. Scan Push to heareach station for afew seconds.
Tune This button tuneswhile the buttonis held. Also, push A and then v at the same time to tuneup quickly. Push v and then A at thesame time to tune down quickly. Push Buttons The five push buttons let you return to favorite stations. They are also used when you play a disc. (5 AM and 5 FM), To set the push buttons forup to ten favorite stations just 0 Tune in the station 0 Push SET Within 5 seconds, push one of the push buttons. Whenever you push that button, the preset station will return.
To Adjust The Tone (Bass or Treb) Press Bass A to increase bass, or Bass v to decrease. (Press the centerto get a recommended setting). Press Treb A to increase treble, or Treb to decrease. (Press the center to get a recommended setting). - To Balance The FrontAnd Rear Speakers (Fade) Press Fade A to increase thesound in the front,or Fade v to increase the sound in the rear. (Pressing in the centerbalances the sound.
7 0 There’s too much moisture in the air (If there is, wait about one hour and try again). Rcl(Recall) Press “Rcl” button to see what track is playing.Press it again within 5 seconds to seehow long it has been playing. - ~ ~ - The track numberalso appears when you change the volume or when a new track startsto play. Prev (Previous) Press “Prev” button toplay a track again. If you hold this button, orpress it more than once, the disc will return to previous tracks.
To stop thedisc player: Press the Dower button or turnthe ignition key off. The disc stays in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped. OR I PressSt/Pl (Stop/Play). The disc willstop and .. . ._ the radiowill play. Press St/Pl to -. . .^. restart the disc. It will resume playing at thepoint where it stopped. . - I L OR Press Ejct. The disc willeject and the radio will play. The disc will start at track 1when yuu insert it again.
Setting The Clock (CD Player) Have the radioor ignition on. Then: To Set the Hour: Push Set, and within 5 seconds, 0 Push Seek. Hold it in until the clock gets to the correct hour. Thenlet go* To Set Minutes: e Push Set, and within 5 seconds, Push Scan. Hold it in until the clock gets to thecorrect minute. Then let go. Your clock isset. 0 To Play This Radio (Export Only) PWR _- To turn theradio on, press the PWR button.
The controlbehind the upperknob allows youto balance the sound between the right and left speakers. The Lower Knob Turn the lower knob to tuneradio stations. The tune knob increases and decreases frequency when it is slightly rotated against the spring load. Push it to get AM or FM. The controlbehind the lower knob fades thesound between your front and rear speakers. RCL It tells you the time. (When the ignition is off, push RCL to display the time.
- Pushbuttons - The five pushbuttons letyou return tofavorite stations.You can set the pushbuttons for upto tenfavorite stations(5 AM and 5 FM). Just: Tune in the station you want to listen to. Press the SETpushbutton. (NOTE: The display will showSET for about 5 seconds.) Within the 5 seconds, push one of the five pushbuttons. SET will disappear fromthe display withthe station set. -_ 0 Whenever you press that button, the preset station will return. Clock .~ To set theclock, just: 0 -.
Once the tapeis playing,use the upper andlower knobs for volume, balance, and fade justas you did for radio.The arrow in the graphic display above the word TAPE indicates which side of the tape is being played. PROG To go from one side of the tape to the other, press the PROG button. CrOt This button sets the tape bias. When playing highbias chrome or metal tapes, press the button to turn the Cr02 on in the graphic display. When playing standard bias tapes, press again to turn the CrO2 off.
ST-PL To immediately switch from tape toradio, press the ST-PL button and the radio will resume playing the station thatwas tuned in when youinserted a tape.Pressing ST-PL again will allowthe tape toresume whereit stopped. Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleanedregularly can cause reducedsound quality, ruined cassettes, or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapesshould be stored in their cases away from contaminants, directsunlight, and extreme heat.
?? - . . Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs. Pickup discs by grasping the outeredges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge. Power AntennaMast Care Your power antenna will look its best and work well if it’scleaned from time to time. To Clean the Antenna Mast: 1. Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna tofull mast extension. 2. Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or equivalent solvent. 3. Wipe cloth over the mast sections, removing any dirt. 4.
make the powerantenna go down. This will prevent themas from possibly getting damaged. If the antennadoes not go d cleaned. In either case, lo pressing the antenna down If the mast portion of your antenna is damaged, you can easily replace it. See your dealer for a replacement kit and follow the instructions in the kit.
YOUR DRIVING ANDTHE ROAD C Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varyingweather conditions. We’ve also included manyother useful tips on driving. ROAD SIGNS The road signs you see everywhere are coded by color, shape and symbols. It’s agood idea to know these codes so that you can quickly grasp the basic meaning or intent of the sign even before you have a chance to read it. 166 .
Color of Road Signs n \ [ST0 P k r ‘DO NOT’! ~ N T E R J WRONG I WAY - A RED means STOP It may also indicate that somemovement is not allowed. Examples are DO NOT ENTER and WRONG WAY. . NO PASSING . c- RAILROAD ADVANCE CROSSING NO PASSING ZONE NARROW BRIDGE YELLOW indicates a general warning. Slow down and be careful when you see a yellow sign.
zone, or some other potentially dangerous situation. Likewise, a yellow solid line painted on theroad means “Don’t Cross.” I L - r A LOW SHOULDER WORKERS AHEAD FLAGGER AHEAD .- ORANGE indicates road construction or maintenance. You’ll want to slow downwhen you see an orangesign, as partof the road may be closed off or torn up. And there may be workers and maintenance vehicles around, too. L GREEN is used to guide the driver.
c- ? H I HOSPITAL INFORMATION BLUE signs with whiteletters show motorists’ services. CANOEING SWIMMING BROWN signs point out recreation areas or points of historic or cultural interest. Shape of Road Signs The shape of the sign will tell you something, too.
/ An OCTAGONAL (eight-sided) sign means STOP. It is alwaysred with white letters. A DIAMOND-shaped sign is a warning of something ahead -for example, a curve, steep hill, soft shoulder, or a narrow bridge. A TRIANGLE, pointed downward, indicates YIELD.It assigns the right-of-way to traffic on certain approaches to an intersection.
A TRIANGULAR sign also is used on two-lane roads to indicatea NO PASSING ZONE. This sign will be on theleft side of the roadway. KEEP ONLY RIGHT LEFT OR THROUGH TURN RIGHT RECTANGULAR (square oroblong) signs showspeed limits, parking regulations, give directions, and such information as distances to cities.
Symbols on Road Signs t - i t There aremany international road signs inuse today. The basic message of many of these signs is inpictures or graphic symbols. A picture within a circle with a diagonal line across it shows what not to do. I' .
TRAFFIC LIGHTS m - 1 We’re all familiar with traffic lights or stop lights. Often green arrows are being used in the lights for improved traffic control. Onsome multilane roads, greenarrows light up, indicating that traffic in one ormore lanes can move or make a turn. Green arrows don’t mean “go no matterwhat.’’ You’ll still need toproceed with caution, yielding the right of way to pedestrians and sometimes to othervehicles.
L - VERSIBLE LANE ON MULTILANE ROADWAY -- Many city roads and expressways, and even bridges, use reversible-lane traffic control during rush hours. A red X light above a lane means no driving inthat laneat thattime. A green arrow means you may drive in that lane. Look for the signs posted to warn drivers what hours and days these systems are in effect. PAVEMENT M W N G S Pavement markings add to traffic signs and signals. They give information to drivers without taking attention from the roadway.
- YOUR OWN SIGNALS - Drivers signal to others, too. It’s not only more polite,it’s safer to let other drivers know what you are doing. And in some places the law requires driver signals. Turn and lane changesignals. Always signal when you plan to turn or change lanes. If necessary, you can use hand signals out thewindow: Left arm straight out for a left turn,down for slow or about-to-stop, and up fora right turn. Slowing down.
Expect other drivers to run stopsigns when you are on a through street. Be ready to brake if necessary as you go through intersections. You may not have to use the brake, but if you do, you will be ready. If you’re driving through a shopping center parking lot where there are well-marked lanes, directional arrows, and designated parking areas, expect some drivers to ignore all these markings and dash straight toward one partof the lot. Pedestrians can be careless. Watch for them.
who wasdrinking and driving. Over 25,000 motor vehicle-related deaths occur each year becauseof alcohol, and thousandsof people are injured. Just how much alcohol is too much if a personplans to drive? Ideally, no one should drinkalcohol and then drive. But if one does, thenwhat’s “too much”? It can be a lot less than many mightthink. Although it depends on each person and situation, here is some general information onthe problem.
mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 ml) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka. It’s the amountof alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC wouldbe close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a slightly lower BAC level. DRINKING THAT WILL RESULT IN A BAC OF .
-_ -~ . - - accident. At a BAC level of 0.10 percent, the chance of that driver having an accident is six times greater; at a level of 0.15 percent, the chances are twenty-five times greater! And,the body takes about an hourto rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer.
Sometimes, as when you’re drivingon snow or ice, it’s easyto ask more of those controlsystems than the tires and road can provide. That means you can lose control of your vehicle. BRAKING Braking action involves perception time and reactiontime. First, you have to decide to push on the brakepedal. That’s perception time. Then you haveto bring upyour foot and do it. That’sreaction time. - Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second. But that’s only an average.
with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Yourbrakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. a Don’t “ride” the brakes by letting your left foot rest lightly on the brake pedalwhile driving. CAUTION: “Riding” your braws can cause them to overheat to thepoint that they won’t work well. You might not be able to stopyour vehicle in time to avoid an accident.
If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life. If your engine ever stops while you’re driving,brake normally but don’t pump your brakes. If you do, thepedal may get harder to push down. If your engine stops, you will still havesome power brake assist. But you will use it when you brake.
- 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'swhat happens with A B S . A computer senses that wheels are slowing down.The computer separately works the brakesat each front wheel and at the rearwheels. The anti-lock system can change the brakepressure faster thanany driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions.
A CAUTION: I Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brakepedal. If you get too closeto thevehicle in frontof you, you won’thave time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to. stop, even t- lug ~ O Uhave anti-lock brakes. .. To Use Anti-Lock: Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down and letanti-lock work for you.
r You may feel the system working, or you may notice somenoise, but this is normal. , , ,, . I I .- , -1 The “TRACTION OFF” warning light lets you know if your traction control system isnot working. See “Traction Control System Warning Light” in the Index. Disc Brake Wear Indicators Your Cadillac has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake padshave built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed.
- VOTICE: I Cmtinuing to drive with worn-out brakepads could resultin costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brakesqueal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with yourbrakes. c Rear Drum Brakes Your rear drumbrakes don’t havewear indicators, but if you ever hear a rear brakerubbing noise, have the rear brakelinings inspected.
Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or thesystem fails to function, you can steer butit will take much more effort. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to takecurves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driverlost control” accidents mentioned on thenews happen oncurves. Here’s why: __ Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to thesame laws of physics when driving on curves.
Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through thecurve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerateuntil you are outof the curve, and then accelerategently into the straightaway. When you drive into acurve at night, it’s harder to see the road aheadof you because it bends away from the straight beams of your lights.This is one good reason todrive slower. -‘ I c c Steering in Emergencies There aretimes when steering can be moreeffective than braking.
The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is agood reason to practice defensive driving at all times. OFF-ROAD RECOVERY You may find sometime thatyour right wheels havedropped off the edge of a road onto theshoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly belowthe 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 edgeof the pavement.
QCe ROAD RECOVER) I -* - I / / If the shoulder appears to be about fourinches (100 mm) or more below the pavement, this difference can cause problems. If there is not enough room to pull entirely onto theshoulder and stop, thenfollow the same procedures. But if the right front tirescrubs against the side of the pavement, do NOT steer moresharply.
So here aresome tips for passing: 0 “Drive ahead.” Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations thatmight affect your passing patterns. If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait for a better time. 0 Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings, and lines. If you can see a sign up ahead thatmight indicate a turn or anintersection, delay your pass. Abroken center lineusually indicates it’s allright to pass (providing the road aheadis clear).
0 Try not to pass more than onevehicle at a time on two-lane roads. Reconsider before passing the next vehicle. Don’t overtake a slowly moving vehicletoo rapidly. Even though the brake lights are notflashing, it may be slowing downor startingto turn. If you’re being passed, make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you. Perhaps you can ease a littleto the right.
surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited. While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try 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 realizethe surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding.
Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlights behind you. Since you can’t see aswell, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and othervehicles. It’shard to tell how fast the vehicle ahead is going just by looking at its taillights. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads.Your headlights can light up only so much road ahead. 0 In remote areas,watch for animals. If you’re tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest.
- High Beams 7 __ If the vehicle approaching you has its high beams on, signal by flicking yours to high and then back to low beam. This is the usual signal to lower the headlight beams. If the otherdriver still doesn’t lower the beams, resist the temptation to put your high beams on. This only makes two half-blinded drivers. On a freeway, use your high beams only in remote areas where you won’t impair approaching drivers. In someplaces, like cities, using highbeams is illegal.
D M N G IN THE RAlN --I.. 1 Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. Ona wet road you can't stop, accelerateor turn as well because your tire-to-road tractionisn't as good as ondry roads. And, if your tires don't have much tread left, you'll get even less traction. It's always wiseto go slower and becautious if rain startsto fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement. The heavier the rain, the harderit is to see.
i .. . Driving too fast through largewater 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 downbefore you hit them. I A CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to oneside. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water Or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally.
You could find out the hardway: when you have to slow, turn, move out to pass -- or if you get hit by a gust of wind. You could suddenly find yourself out of control. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often.But it can if your tires haven’t much tread or if the pressure in one ormore is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road.If you can see reflections from trees, telephone poles, or othervehicles, and raindrops“dimple” the water’s surface, there could be hydroplaning.
DRZWNG IN FOG, MISTAND HAZE ... d Fog can occur with high humidity or heavy frost. It can be so mild that you can see throughit for several hundred feet (meters).Or it might be so thick that you can see only a few feet (meters) ahead.It may come suddenly to anotherwise clear road.And it can be a major hazard. When you drive into a fog patch, your visibility willbe reduced quickly. The biggest dangers are striking the vehicle ahead orbeing struck by the one behind.
I I Start your windshield wipersand washer, to help clearaccumulated road dirt. Slow down carefully. Tips on Driving in Fog If you get caught in fog,turn your headlights on low beam, even in daytime. You’ll see -- and be seen -- better. Don’t use your high beams.The light willbounce off the water droplets that make upfog and reflect back at you. Use your defogger. In high humidity, evena light buildup of moisture on the inside of the glass willcut down on your already limited visibility.
CITYDlUPTNG One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out forwhat the otherdrivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here areways to increase your safety in city driving: 0 Know the bestway to get to where you are going. Try not todrive around trying to pick out a familiar street orlandmark. Get a city map and plan your trip into anunknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip.
Obey all posted speed limits. But remember that they are for ideal road, weather and visibility conditions. You may need to drive below the posted limit in bad weather or when visibility is especiallypoor. Pull to the right (with care) and stop clearof intersections when you see or hear emergency vehicles. FREEWAYDWNG Mile for mile, freeways(also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules.
Switch on your turn signal, check your rearview mirrors as you move along, and glance over your shoulder as often asnecessary. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow. Driving on the Freeway Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed to theposted limit or to the prevailing rate if it’s slower. Stay inthe right lane unless you want to pass. If you are ona two-lane freeway, treat theright lane as the slow lane and the left lane as the passing lane.
time and flash your brake lights (in addition to your turn signal) as extra warning that you are aboutto slow down and exit. The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, notto your sense of motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are. Forexample, 40 mph (65 kmh)might seem like only 20 mph (30 krn/h).
0 Lights: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? 0 Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip.Is the tread good enough forlong-distance driving? Are the tiresall inflated to therecommended pressure? 0 Weather Forecasts: What’s the weather outlook along your route? Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system? Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? ON THE ROAD ___ Unless you are theonly driver, it is good to share thedriving task with others.
Then here are some tips: Make sure your vehicle is wellventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the sides. Check your rearview mirrors frequently and your instruments from time to time. This can help you avoid a fixed stare. Wear good sunglasses in bright light. Glare can cause drowsiness. But don't wear sunglasses at night. They will drastically reduce your overall vision at thevery time you need all the seeing power you have.
.- If you drive regularly in steepcountry, or if you’re planning to visit there, here aresome tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. 0 Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These partscan work hard on mountain roads. 0 Know howto go down hills.The most important thing to know is this: let your engine do some of the slowing down. Don’t make your brakes do it all.
e It takes longer to pass another vehicle when you're going uphill. You'll want to leave extra room to pass. If a vehicle is passing you and doesn't have enough room, slow down to make it easier for the other vehicle to get by. c _ L As you go over the topof a hill, be alert. There could be something in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. a You may see highway signson mountains that warn of special problems.
- Another part of this manual tells how to use your parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Index). But ona mountain or steephill, you can do one morething. You can turn your front wheels to keep your vehicle from rolling downhill or outinto traffic. Here’s how: Parking Downhill Turn your wheels to the right. I _ You don’t have to jam your tires against the curb, if there is a curb. A gentle contact is all youneed.
Parking Uphill If there is a curb, turn your wheelsto the left if the curb is at the right side of your vehicle.
If there is no curb when you’reparking uphill, turn thewheels to theright. If there is no curb when you’re parking uphill on theleft side of a one-way street, your wheels should be turned to the left. Torque Lock (Automatic Transaxle) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into “P” (Park) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl inthe transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of “P” (Park). This is called “torque lock.
WINTER DRIITNG Here aresome tips forwinter driving: Have your Cadillac in good shape forwinter. Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct. Snow tires can help in loose snow, but they may give youless traction on ice than regular tires. If you do not expect to bedriving indeep snow, but may haveto travel over ice, youmay not want to switch to snow tires atall. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk.
Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth, and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle.
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 troublebecause it may offer the least traction of all. You can get “wet ice” when it’s about freezing (32OF; O°C) and freezing rain begins to fall. Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there. Whatever the condition -- smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow -drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction.
curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surroundingroads are clear. If you see a patch of ice ahead of you, brake before you are on it. Try not tobrake while you're actually on the ice, and avoid sudden steering maneuvers. IfYou%e Caught in a Blizzard r If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serioussituation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you knowfor sure that you you can hike through the snow.
a I A CAUTION: 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 orsmell it, so you might not know it isin your vehicle. Clear away snow from around thebase of your vehicle ,especially any that isblocking your exhaustpipe. And checkaround again fromtime to timeto be sure snow doesn’t collectthere. Open a window just a little on the sideof the vehicle that’saway from thewind.
If You’re Stuck in Deep Snow This manual explains how to get the vehicle out of deep snow without damaging it. See “Rocking Your Vehicle” inthe Index. TOWING A T W L E R ‘ I A CAUTION: If you don’t use the correct equipmentand drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakesmay not work well -- or even at all. You and your passengerscould be seriously injured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the stepsin this section.
greater loads, generating extra heat.What’s more, the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance, increasing the pulling requirements. All of that means changes in: 0 Handling Durability Fuel economy If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here aresome important points. 0 There aremany different laws having to dowith trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state orprovincial police.
In Canada,write to General Motorsof Canada Limited, Customer Assistance Center, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7. 2. Weight of the Trailer Tongue When a trailer is connected to your vehicle, the trailertongue adds to theweight your vehicle is carrying. So, remember to subtractthe weight of the trailer tonguefrom your vehicle’scapacity weight. The trailer tongue (A)should weigh 10% of the total loaded trailer weight (B).
e Will you haveto make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If you do, thenbe sure toseal the holes later when you remove the hitch. If you don’t seal them,deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get into your vehicle (see “Carbon Monoxide’’ inthe Index). Dirt and water can, too. e Don’t let thesteel in a hitch contact the aluminum on your bumper. If you do, the two willcorrode. You can use something like paint or plastic tape to separate the steel and aluminum.
electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailermoving and then apply the trailer brake controllerby hand to be sure the brakes are working. This lets you check your electrical connection at the sametime. During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that theload is secure, and that thelights and any trailer brakesare still working. Following Distance Stay at least twice as farbehind the vehicle ahead asyou would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.
may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not. It’s important to check occasionallyto besure the trailerbulbs are still working. Your vehicle has bulb warning lights. When you plugtrailer lights into your vehicle’s lighting system,its bulb warning lights may not let you know if one of your lights goes out. So, when you have trailer lights plugged in, be sure tocheck your vehicle and trailer lights from time to time to be surethey’re all working.
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: 0 0 Start your engine; Shift into a gear; and Be sure the parking brake has released. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop andhave someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more onthis.
PROBLEMS ON THE ROAD "\ Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.
_HAZARD W M I N G FLASHERS '/ .. Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on andoff. Press the buttonin to make your front and rear turnsignal lights flash on andoff. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter whatposition your key is in, and even if the key isn't in.
-- m - 5;$+ .L ~ .&A'<,,, To turn off the flashers, pull out on the collar. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won't work. c -Y '* I OTHER W M I N G DEWCES If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one upat the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. - JUMP STARTING 1 C r If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Cadillac. But please follow the steps below todo itsafely.
loring these steps could rt Llt in costly damage to YOU rehicle that wouldn’t bt lvered bv v o w warranh Trying to startyour Cadillac by pushing or pulling it won’twork, and it could damage your vehicle. TO JUMP STAlzT YOUR CADILLAC: 1. Check the othervehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. 2. Get thevehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, butbe sure thevehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want.
5. Check that the jumpercables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here aresome basic things you should know. Positive (+ ) will go to positive (+) and negative (-) will go to negative (-) or a metal engine part. Don’t connect (+) to (-) or you’ll get a short thatwould damage the battery and maybe other parts, too. A CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine partscan injure you badly.
7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to thepositive (+) terminal of the vehicle withthe dead battery. 7 L 8. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. 9. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good battery’s negative (-) terminal. Don’t let the otherend touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative cable doesn’t go to the deadbattery.
r 11.Now start thevehicle withthe good battery and runthe engine for awhile. 12.Try to start thevehicle withthe dead battery. If it won’t start after afew tries, itprobably needs service. 13.Remove the cables in reverse order to preventelectrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch eachother orany other metal.
TOMNG YOUR mHICLE Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing servicetow your Cadillac. The usual towing equipment is a sling-type, or a wheel-lift, or car carriertow truck. CAR CARRIER . SLING-TYPE J n J WHEEL LIFT . V If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may not be correct. Before you do anything, turn on thehazard warning flashers.
When thetowing service arrives, let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations. The operator may want to see them. ~ , . . A CAUTION: To help avoid injury to you or others: B c Never let passengers ride ina vehicle that is being towed. 0 N- . er tow faster than safe or posted speeds. 0 Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. 0 Never get under your vehicle after it hasbeen lifted by the tow truck.
AC UTION: A vehicle can fall from a car carrierif it isn’t properly secured. This cancause a collision, serious personal injury and vehicle damage. The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or steel cables before it is transported. Don’t use substitutes (ropes, leather straps,canvas webbing, etc.) that can be cut by sharp edges underneath thetowed vehicle. Front - -,wing Hook- Ups Do not tow wi Use safety chains and wheel straps.
- ., Rear Towing Hook-Ups Attach “T” hook chains to the slots in bottom of floor pan No 4x4 wood beam required. Position lower sling crossbar directly under the rearbumper. Attach a separate safety chain around each control arm inboard of the springs.
ENGINE 0VERH.EATING YOUwill find the two warning lights about a hot engineon your Cadillac instrument panel. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine: A CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn itoff and get everyone away from the vehicle until itcools down. Wait until thereis no sign of steam or coolant before opening the hood.
-- If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine: If you get the overheat warning but see or hear nosteam, the problem may not be tooserious. Sometimes the engine can get a littletoo hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high speed driving. - 0 Idle for long periods in traffic. 0 Tow a trailer. -- . If you get the overheatwarning with no sign of steam, try this for a - minute or so: 1. Turn off your air conditioner. - 2.
COOLING SYSTEM . .. ... - 6 ’ . - .3 ..... c. c t ‘I When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: \ Coolant recovery tank 7 Radiator pressure cap 7 Electric engine fans ’ I A CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and toolsaway from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolantrecovery tank is boiling, don’tdo anything else until it cools down.
The coolant level should be at orabove near “FULL COLD.” If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhereelse in the cooling system. A CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them.If you do, you can be burned. Dodbrun 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 Pied before you drivethe vehicle.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolantlevel isn’t at or above near “FULL COLD.” add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and a proper antifreezeat the coolantrecovery tank. (See “Engine Coolant”in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mix.) t-- 1 i A CAUTION: I J d i n g only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous.
A CAUTION: I c- 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 the coolantin the coolant recovery tank is at or above near “FULL COLD,” start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolantmix directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling systemis cool before you do it.
0 Steam and scalding liquidsfrom a hot cooling systemcan blow out andburn you badly. They are underpressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure'capeven a little they can come out at high speed. Neverturn the capwhen the cooling system, including theradiator pressurecap, is hot. Wait for thecooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever haveto turn the pressurecap. -- U.
How to AddCoolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly to theleft until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear ahiss, wait for that to stop.A hiss means there is still some pressure left. 1 i 243 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap.
.&. i 1- 3. Fill the radiator with the proper mix,up to the base of the filler neck. 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to “FULL COLD.
7 5. Put the cap back on thecoolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fans. 7. By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the propermix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck.
I 8. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure thearrows on the pressure cap line up like this. IF A TIRE GOES FLAT It’s unusual for a tireto “blow out” while you’re driving, especiallyif 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 tirefails, the flat tire will create a drag thatpulls the vehicle toward that side.
C W G I N G A FLAT TIRE If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire andwheel damage by driving slowlyto a level place. Turnon your hazard warning flasher. A CAUTION: Changing a tire cancause an injury. The vehicle can slipoff the jack androll over you or otherpeople. You and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 0 Put the shift lever in “P” (Park). 0 Set the parking brake firmly. 0 Turn off the engine.
The equipment you will need is in the trunk under themat and cover. Rotate theplastic cover nut and remove the cover to access the compact spare andjack. If your vehicleis equipped with either the Coachbuilder or the Heavy-Duty Livery Packages,you will have a full size spare tirein place of a compact spare. Start with the jack and the wheel wrench.
- Attach the wheel wrench to the jack bolt and rotate it clockwise (to theright). Thatwill raise the lift head a little. If your vehicle has a wire wheel cover or an aluminum wheel, read the part thatdescribes your wheel. Aluminum Wheels Use the flat end of the wheel wrench. Insert into the small slot on the wheel and gently remove the center cover. Be careful not to drop thecover on the ground,you could scratch it. Now see “Jacking and Removing Flat Tire.
Wire M e e l Cover H Use this special wheel wrench. '. .
- end omer ..1. - Use the of the wire wheel wrench like this. Remove the special anti-theft wheel nut by turning it counterclockwise. ,I_ ~ ~ ~~ __ Remove the wheel disc. Jacking and Removing Flat Tire Using the whee-lwrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them, yet. Your Cadillac has a notch on the frame near eachof the wheels. Fit the lift e head into thenotch 1 nearest thewheel with the flat tire.
7 A CAUTION: - !tting undera vehicle when itis jacked up is dangerous.If the or killed. vehicle slips off the jack,you could be badly injured Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. * Now raise the vehicle. Just keep rotating the wheel wrench, on the jack, to theright (clockwise). Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the flat tire to come off and the compact spare to fit. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. r -. ---. .- .
c A CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or onthe parts to which it is fastened, can make thewheel nuts become looseafter 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 vehicte. In a emergency, you could use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wipe brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust'ordirt off.
7 I” I :- Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. _. ’. .. - Lower the vehicle completely by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. c 254 .
Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence as shown. A CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts orimproperly tightened wheel nuts can cause thewheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correctwheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get the right kind. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nutstightened with a torque wrench to 140 N*m (100 ft. lbs.). Don’t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It won’t fit.
A CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire otk or --* equipment in the passengers compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone. Storeall these in the proper place. Now put all the equipmentback in the cal Just follow this drawing COMPACT SPARE TIRE Although the compact spare was fullyinflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 Wa).
P Don’t use your compact spare onsome other vehicle. And don’t mix your compact spare orwheel with other wheels or tires. They won’t fit. Keep your spare andits wheel together. A CAUTION: Storing ajack, 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.
A CAUTION: If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can explode and you or otherscould be injured. And, the transaxle or other partsof the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine fire or other damage. When you’re stuck, spin thewheels as little as possible. Don’t spin thewheels above35 mph (55 km/h) as shown on the beedometer. transaxle back and forth, you can destroy your transarlRocking your vehicle to get it out: First, turnyour steering wheel left and right.
Using the Retrieval Hook (Export Onlvr t If you ever get stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow, your vehiclemay be equipped with a retrieval hook. The retrieval hook is provided at theleft rear of your vehicle. You may need to use it if you’re stuck off-road and need to be pulled to someplace where you can continue driving. The retrieval hook, whenused, is under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hook at a sideways angle.
SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE Here you will find information about the careof your Cadillac. This Section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a section devoted to its appearance care. -. SERWCE Your Cadillac dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to behappy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer forall your service needs.
I A CAUTION: You can be injured if you try to do service workon a vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, and the proper replacement parts andtools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. Be sure to use the proper nuts,bolts and otherfasteners. “English” and “metric” fasteners canbe easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts can later break orfall off. You could be hurt. FUEL Use premium unleaded gasoline rated at 91 octaneor higher.
What about gasoline with blending materials thatcontain oxygen, such as MTBE or alcohol? MTBE is “methyl tertiary-butyl ether.” Fuel that is no more than 15% MTBE is fine foryour car. Ethanol is ethyl or grain alcohol. Properly-blended fuel that is no more than 10% ethanol is fine for your car. Methanol is methyl or wood alcohol. Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with detergent additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system.
FUELS IN FOREIGN COUNTNES If you plan 6n driving in another country outside the U.S. or Canada, unleaded fuel may be hard to find.Do not use leaded gasoline. If you use even one tankful, your emission controls won’t work well or atall. With continuous use, sparkplugs can get fouled, theexhaust system can corrode, andyour engine oil can deteriorate quickly. Your vehicle’s oxygen sensor will be damaged. All of that means costly repairs that wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
I A CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don't smoke if you're neargasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from gasoline. c If you're refueling your tank using a hydrocarbon recovery nozzle,the fuel pump may shut off before the fuel capacity of your tank reaches full. This is a normal condition.
Or you can use the release lever located on the left side in the trunk. Pull the lever toward the rearof your vehicle to release the fuel door. To take off the cap, turn it slowly to theleft (counterclockwise). While refueling, hang the capinside the fuel door. A CAUTION: If you get gasoline on you and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray outon you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly.
CHECKING THINGS UNDER THE HOOD Hood Release 1 To open the hood, first pull the handle inside I -. 1 Then go to the frontof the vehicle and push the secondary hood release upward to release it. Lift the hood. 266 .
A CAUTION: An electric fanunder thehood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. -- A CAUTION: -...: -2.: Things that burncan get on hot engine parts and starta fire. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic rubber. or You or others could be burned. Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine.
ENGINE OIL It's a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel.In order to get anaccurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don't, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. L ' and clean with it a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all * , I the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip lower.
When to Add Oil: If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index.
1 To remove, turn the oil fill cap to the left. Just fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when you’re through. What Kind of Oil to Use: Look for threethings: 0 SG “SG” must be on the oil container, eitherby itself or combined with other quality designations, such as “SG/CC,” “SG/CD,” “SF,SG,CC,” etc. These lettersshow American Petroleum Institute ( M I ) levels of quality.
RECbMMENDED SAE UISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLDSTARTING,SELECTTHE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADEOIL FOR THEEXPECTEDTEMPERATURLRANGE.
S A E 1OW-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 1OW-30 isbest for your vehicle. However, you can use S A E 5W-30 if it’s going to becolder than 60°F (16°C) before your next oil change. When it’s very cold, below O°F (-18”C), you should use SAE 5W-30. These numberson an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oilssuch as SAE1OW-40 or SAE 20W-50. Energy Conserving I1 Oils with these words on the container will help you save fuel.
How To Reset the Oil Life Indicator: After the oil has been changed, press and hold the “RANGE” and “RESET” buttons between 5 and 60 seconds. Once the buttons are released the “CHANGE OIL SOON” light will flash 4 times to indicate it has reset to 100. If the “CHANGE OIL SOON” light comes on for5 seconds it did not reset. You will need to reset the system again. The percentage of oil life remaining may be checked at any time by pressing the “RANGE” and “FUEL USED” on the Fuel Data center.
AIR CLEANER To gain access to the air cleaner element, loosen the fourscrews and lift the top half of the air cleaner assembly. Refer to the .1Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. A CAUTION: Operating theengine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others tobe 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.
AUTOMATIC T R A S . EFLUID When to Check and Change: A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Refer to the MaintenanceSchedule to determine when to change your fluid. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in the Index. How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at a Cadillac dealership Service Department.
To check the fluid level: 0 Park your vehicle on a level place. Place the shift lever in "P" (Park) with the parking brake applied. With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range,pausing for about threeseconds in each range. Then, position the shift lever in "P" (Park). 0 Let the engine run at idle for three tofive minutes. Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: 1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 2.
3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read thelower level. The fluid level must be in the cross-hatched area. 4. If the fluid level is where it should be, push the dipstick back in all the way. How to Add Fluid: Refer to theMaintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the properfluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area onthe dipstick.
ENGINE COOLANT The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see “Engine Overheating” in the Index. The propercoolant for your Cadillac will: 0 Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C) 0 Give boiling protection up to 262°F(128” C) . 0 Protect against rust and corrosion. . Help keep the proper engine temperature. 0 Let the warning lights work as they should.
Adding Coolant To Check Coolant: When your engine is cold, the coolantlevel should beat “FULL COLD,” or alittle higher. When your engine is warm, the level should be up to “FULL HOT,” or a little higher. To Add Coolant: If you need more coolant,add the proper mix at the coolant recovery tank. I A CAUTION: -z. ?’ lhrning the radiator pressure capwhen the engine and radiator *si:; are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids toblow out and burn you badly.
Add coolant mix at therecovery tank, but becareful not to spill it. - A CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and itwill burn if the engine partsare hot enouglspill coolant on a hot e-yine. I- RADUTOR PRESSURE CAP _I must be tightly Installed toprevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure thearrows on the c line up with the overflow tube on the radiatorfiller neck .
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What to Add: Use the properfluid listed in your Maintenance Schedule. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID To Add: Open thecap labeled “WASHER FLUID ONLY.” Add washer fluid until the ‘‘FULL? mark is reached.
NOTICh: When using concentrated washerfluid, follow the qanufacturmr +tructions for adding water. )on%mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution tofreeze and damage your washer fluid nk and other parts of the washer system. Also,water esn’ !le; as .. - as er fluid, washer fluid tank only 3/4 full when it’s very cold. This allows for expansion, which could damage the tankif it is 0- --1plete’:-full. pill ya us adiator antifreeze in your wind - .ield washer.
BRAKE MASTER CYZINDER Your brake master cylinder ishere. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. , . ! J There areonly two reasons why the brakefluid level inyour master cylinder mightgo down. The first is that the brakefluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
put in, the fluid level goes back up. The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooneror later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at all. So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off” your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won’t correct a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings.
What to Add: When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- such as Delco Supreme 11s (GM part No.1052535). Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. L.:d REPLACING BRAKE SYSTEM PARTS The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to beof top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Vehicles we design and test have top-quality GM brake parts in them, as your Cadillac does when it is new.
- BATTERY Every new Cadillac has a Delco Freedoms battery. You never have to __ add water to oneof these. When it’s time for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedoms battery. Get onethat has the catalog number shown on theoriginal battery’s label. ?+hide Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, takeoff the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This will help keepyour battery from running down.
a, With the vehicle in turn the ElectronicClimate Control to “Auto” and letthe engine idle for 3 minutes or more. Turn your engine off. Now your computer is programmed. H L O G E N BULBS I A CAUTION I Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Take special care when handling and disposing of halogen bulbs.
. .. f : . ) .. - Domestic or Export Remove the two headlamp housing assembly fasteners. Domestic or Export- Gently lift the headlamp housing assembly and pull - it forward to gain access to the bulb and socket housing.
f c. -1 " \ t Domestic - Turn the housing socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise and remove it fromthe headlamp housing. A - Export Remove the wiring harness plug.
S T - Export - Remove the rubber grommet. L Domestic - Remove the wiring harness from the bulb socket. Connect the wiring harness to thenew bulb socket and install into headlamp assembly.
- Export Remove the retaining spring and raise it up, out of the way. Export - Reinstall new bulb into headlamp housing assembly, reinstall rubber grommet and wiring harness.
- Domestic or Export Insert the headlampassembly bracket guide into the retainer asshown. Then position headlampassembly and reinstall fasteners.
Taillight Bulb Replacement 4. I 1 Remove the upper and lower tom screws and remove the bezel.
2. Push up on the taillight housing and gently remove it.
3. Press the bulb housing lever, rotate thehousing counterclockwise 1/6 turn and remove it. h ! ..: ’, 5 Y 4. Push and rotate bulb counterclockwise to remove bulb. Once you have replaced the burned outbulb, just reverse the stepsto reassemble the taillight.
CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOPM BULB REPUCEMENT P (Sedan Only) To gain assess to thebulbs, gently pull the back panel located inside the rear storage compartment. Turn the socket 1/4 turn to remove it.
I 2. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the socket.
3. Remove the two screws, and then remove the pedestal. L 4. Remove the two housing screws.
5. Disassemble the housing assembly like this. t 1-r h 6. To remove the bulb, push it in and rotate it counterclockwise. Once you have replaced the burned out bulb, just reverse the stepsto reassemble the stoplamp assembly. WIPER BLADEREPUCEMENT . L Position the windshield wipers on thewindshield inthe mid wipeposition. To do this, turn the ignition key to Accessory and turn thewipers on. Then with the door open, turn the ignition key to off. Start with the driver side wiper blade assembly.
Using a small screwdriver or your finger, gently lift the release lever up while at the sametime pulling the blade assembly from the wiper arm. Do the same with the passenger side wiper blade assembly. To install the wiper blade, align the wiper arm pin with the hole on the wiper blade assembly and snapit into place.
If you only wantto replace the wiper inserts follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the wiper insert by bending the end of the insert gently using pliers.Then pull it from the housing retaining tab. 2. Now pull the insert from the blade housing. 3. Reinstall the new insert by aligning the blade housing tabs and the edge of the insert. Make sure thatthe insert is connected to all the housing tabs. 4. Install the wiper blade assembly to the wiper arm.
- LOADING YOUR VEHICLE / TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP. WT. FRT. CTR. RR. TOTAL LBS. KG MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAMEAS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURE RTG PSVKPa F RT. R R. SPA. IF TIRES ARE HOT. ADD 4PSV28KPa SEE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION GEN GME 1 Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it mayproperly carry.
MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATEGVWRGAWR FRT GAWR RR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY,BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTIONSTANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWNABOVE. GEN GME 1 The other labelis the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver’s door. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the GVWR(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, alloccupants, fuel and cargo.
__ 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 turnquickly, or if there is a crash,they’ll keep going. A CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or tam, or in a crash. Put things in the trunk of your vehicle. In a trunk, put them as far forward as you can. lky to spread the weight evenly.
CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperlyused tires aredangerous. a 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. e Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires. The resulting accidentcould cause serious iqjury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold.
When to Check Check your tires once a monthor more. Your tire pressure shouldbe: 30 psi (210 kPa) (Front and Rear) 35 psi (241 kPa) (Coachbuilder Package - Front and Rear) 32 psi (220 kPa) (H.D.
How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure, especially if you have radial tires -- which maylook properly inflated even if they’re underinflated. If your tires have valve caps,be sure to put them back on. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt andmoisture. Tire Inspectionand Rotation To make your tires last longer, have them inspected and rotated at the mileages recommended in your Maintenance Schedule.
’ I A CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheeI, or on the parts to which it is hstened, cam make wheel nuts become loose after a time. Tbe wheel could come off and cause an accident. When y ~ change n a wheel, remove any rust or dirt fkom places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper of wire brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or dirt off.
0 The tirehas 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 you need, look at theTire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle whenit was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number oneach tire’s sidewall. When you get newtires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number.
Treadwear The treadwear gradeis a comparative rating based on thewear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course.For example, a tiregraded 150 would wear one and a half (1 112) times as well on the government course as a tiregraded 100.
While the tires available as standardor optional equipment on General Motors vehicles may vary with respect to these grades,all suchtires meet General Motors performance standards and have been approved for use on General Motorsvehicles. Allpassenger type (P Metric) tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to thesegrades.
A CAUTION I Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheelbolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the brakirrg and handling ofyour vehicle, make your tires Iose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be iqjured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts €or replacement. I A CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on yourvehicle is dangerous.You can't know howit's been used or how many miles it's been driven.
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CLEANING THE INSIDE OF YOUR CADILLAC Use avacuum cleaner oftento get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl with a clean, damp cloth. Your Cadillac dealer has two GM cleaners -- a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. Here aresome cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleanerlabel. Clean up stainsas soon as you can -- before they set. 0 Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often.
0 Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label. 0 Use sudsonly and apply witha clean sponge. Don’t saturate the material. Don’t rub it roughly. 0 0 0 As soon as you’ve cleaned the secnon,use a sponge to remove the suds. Rinse the section with a clean,wet sponge. Wipe off what’s left with a slightly damp papertowel or cloth. Then dry it immediately with an air hose, a hairdryer or a heatlamp. 0 Wipe with a clean cloth.
S P E C . CLEMING PROBLEMS Greasy or Oily Stains:Like grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt. Carefully scrape off excess stain. 0 Then follow the solvent-type instructions above. Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle seat fabric. They should be removed as soon as possible. Be careful, because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to bleed.
CLEMING THE TOP OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL Use only mild soap and water to clean the topsurfaces 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. CLEMING S P E D R COWTRS Vacuum around a Delco-Bose speaker cover gently, so that the speaker won’t be damaged. If something gets on oneof them, follow the steps earlier under “Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric.
GLASS Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films. Don’t use abrasive cleaners onglass, because they may cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on theinside rear window, since they may have to be scraped off later. If abrasive cleaners areused on theinside of the rear window, an electric defogger element may be damaged. Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid.
(non-detergent) soaps.Don’t use cleaning agents that contain acid or abrasives. -Allcleaning agents should be flushed promptly and notallowed to dry on thesurface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft,clean chamois or a 100% cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure vehicle washes may cause water to enteryour vehicle. Pfinish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Cadillac may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish.
brush, adding water as necessary. Remove the cleaner and water with a sponge and thenrinse the balance of the cleaner off with water. Use a liberal amount of water to prevent the cleaner from running down onto the body finish and drying. This could cause streaks to thepaint finish. If the cover material has been stained with grease, oil or tar, use G.M. Spot Lifter (G.M. Part No. 1051398) and follow label directions.
SHEET M E T L DAiWAGE If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shopapplies anti-corrosion material to theparts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. FOREIGN M A T E M L Calcium chloride and othersalts, ice melting agents, roadoil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, and other foreign matter can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces.
CHEMIC& PMNT SPOTTING Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create achemical fallout. Airborne pollutantscan fall upon and attack paintedsurfaces on your vehicle. This damage can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface.
APPEARANCE CARE M A T E M L S CHIGRT GM PART NUMBER 1051516 32 SIZE DESCRIPTION OZ.(0.946WASHER L) SOLVENT AND GAS I I DE-ICER LINE I 32 OZ.10.946L) I POWER STEERING 1050017 WINDSHIELD WASHING SYSTEM LINE GAS AND FLUID f POWER STEERING 12 02.(0.354 SPRAY-A-SQUEAK L) 1052277 USAGE I I WEATHER STRIPS-STOPS SQUEAKS ON METAL-TO-METAL AND METAL-TO-RUBBER CONTACT 10501 72 16 OZ. (0.473TAR L) AND ROAD OIL REMOVER REMOVES OLD WAXES, POLISHES, TAR AND ROAD OIL 105017316 02.(0.473L) 10501 74 16 OZ.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (WN) i lGMl 1 G 6 NATION OF ORIGIN 1 = USA J lGMl lG6CD53BXP4200001 CD -5 3 B X P 4 2 0 0 0 0 1 - T I L PRODUCTION SEQUENCE NUMBER ASSEMBLY PLANT 4 = ORION,MICH. MANUFACTURER G = GENERAL MOTORS MAKE 6 = CADILLAC - CARLINE/SERIES CD = DEVILLE CZ = COMMERCIAL CHASSIS CT = TOURINGSEDAN VIN BODYCODE = BODY TYPE 1 = 47 COUPE 2 DOOR 5 = 69 SEDAN 4 DOOR 9 = 90COMMERClAL - MODELYEAR P = 1993 - CHECK DIGIT - ENGINECODE B = 4.
c - -_ This is the legal identifier foryour Cadillac. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on theVehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code for your GM engine.
Retained AccessoryPower When you stop your Cadillac and turn the key to Off, you can use these accessories for 10 more minutes: Radio e Brake/Shift Interlock -. LLr PowerWindows Trunk Release Astroroof Windshield Wipers If you open a door,everything will go off. And, after 10 minutes everything will go off. If you want this power for another10 minutes, just turn thekey to Run and thenback to Off.
Fuse Block Access The fuse block is located under theinstrument panel, next to theparking brake. To release and lower the fuse block, squeeze the two tabs together. Then, pull it toward you. It will drop down so the fuses can be accessed. Remove the cover to access the fuses. To put the cover on, insertthe tabs intothe lower part of the fuseblock, then snap itin place. Squeeze the tabs together and then push the fuse panel back up into the instrument panel until it locks inplace.
7 4 Ezl 5 0-0 - - 3 - 15 AMP SPARE 4 - 10 AMP - RADIO - RADIO - BODY COMPUTER MODULE 5 25 AMP - WSHIELD WIPE/WASH - WIPER/WASHER SWITCH 6 - 10 AMP - COOLING FAN RELAYS - HIGH SPEED COOLANT FAN - LOW SPEED COOLANT FAN 7 - 20 AMP AIR CONDITIONIN(; - A/C COMPRESSOR RELAY - BODY COMPUTER MODULE - ELECTRONIC CLIMATE CONTROL - CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH - ELEC. CLIMATE CTRL PROG. - ELEC.
Interior Relay Center Access I You’ll find the interior relay center under the right side of the instrument panel.To gain access, remove two screwsfrom the 4 Mmi Fuses I To gain access to the maxi fuses, remove the cover located in the engine compartment. If a maxi fuse should blow, have your vehicle serviced by your Cadillac dealer immediately. There are extrafuses located in the maxi fuse block.
E * I 25 AMP-HORN/ TRUNKPULL DN 15 AMP ERLS 20 AMP 15 AMP- DOOR LOCK FUEL PUMP 10 AMPINJECTOR 10 AMPINJECTOR BLOWER 10 AMP HEATED MIRROR io AMP-A/C @ - I + B * I A +\ I \'I 'p' RELAY CENTER IDENTIFICATION @ @@ 4 4 4 )s( F G H J 25 AMP HORN/TRUNK PULLON H.
LEFT HAND SIDE ABS PMP (40 AMP) - ABS PUMP RELAY ABS MA (30 AMP) - MAINRELAY RIGHT HAND SIDE SPARE (30 AMP) 1GN SW (60 AMP) - RETAINED ACCESSORY POWER - IGNITIONSWITCH ELC (40 AMP) - POWER TO FUSES 11 AND 12 (SEE FUSE BLOCK) COOL FAN (40 AMP) - COOLANT FAN RELAYS MlSC LTS (60 AMP) - POWERS FOR FUSES 13,14 AND 15 (SEE FUSE BLOCK) BLWR (30 AMP) - ELECTRONIC CLIMATE CONTROL - POWERMODULE - BLOWER CONTROL MODULE ECM (20 AMP) - BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) - ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) - PASS KEY DECODER MOD
Headlights The headlight wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the light switch. An electrical overload will cause the lights to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your headlight wiring checked right away. r Windshield Wipers The windshield wipermotor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motorcools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow, etc.
L . f- I- r I 7 7 P I- -Inner High Beam ..................................... 9005 -Outer Low Beam ..................................... 9006 192 Illumination Entry Lock Lamp ............................ 194 Instrument Panel Illumination ............................ Instrument Panel Telltales ................................ 194 License Plate Light ..................................... 194 Park and Turn Signal ................................ 2057NA Parking Lights ..................................
SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE Displacement ............................... .4.9L (300 cu.in.) No. of Cylinders .............................. 8 - 90 Degree V Power (ACC.to SAE 51349) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 (bhp) @ 4100 rpm ...................................... 150 (kW) @ 4100 rprn Torque (ACC.to SAE 51349) ............ 275 (lbs. ft.) @ 3000 rpm ...................................... 375 (N-m) @ 3000 rpm Bore ....................................... 92mm (3.623 in.) Stroke ................................
- ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM Radiator CapRelief Pressure ................. 1 5 . 0 ~ s(104 i kPa) Thermostat StartsTo Open ................ 192-199 F (89-93'C) Water Pump Type ................................. Centrifugal Drive Belt ....................................... Serpentine Aluminum Radiator Core ................................... Electric Radiator Cooling Fans ( 2 ) ............................ FUEL SYSTEM Induction Type ............ Sequential Port Fuel Injection (SPFI) System Pressure ............
EXECAUST SYSTEM Type ............................... Single with Crossover Pipe Muffler .................................. One-Reverse Flow Resonator ............................................ None Exhaust Pipe .................................. Stainless Steel Stainless Steel Intermediate Pipe ............................. Tail Pipe ..................................... Stainless Steel ELECTHCAL, SYSTEM Voltage ................................................ 12 Negative Ground .........................
VEJYIC'LE DIMENSIONS Coupe Shipping Weight ........................... -3424 lbs. (1553 kg) Wheel Base .............................. .110.8 in. (2815 mm) .202.3 in. (5139 mm) Length .................................. 55 in. (1397 mm) Height ..................................... Width.. .................................. .72.5 in. (1842 mm) Front Tread ............................... .60.3 in. (1532 mm) Rear Tread ............................... .59.8 in. (1518mm). Sedan Shipping Weight (Touring Sedan) ...
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OUR COMMITMENT TO YOUR SATISFACTION We are committed to providing you the finest ownership experience in the world, starting the moment you take delivery of your new Cadillac. Cadillac offers anothermajor step toward yourcontinued satisfaction...with Cadillac Roadside Service. Roadside Service is your key to peace of mind ownership-one that covers you on the road, far from home, all day and night, and during the weekend.
f7 CnEen Is Roadside Service Available? Cadillac owners have the peace of mind knowing that Roadside Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, as follows: TYPE OF MONDAY-FRIDAY ASSISTANCE HOLIDAYS Phone Advisor AND WEEKENDS 24 Hours 24 Hours Dealer Technician 500 p.m.-12:OO midnight 8:OO a.m.-12:00 midnight Outside Service 24 Hours ., 24 Hours - Where Is I..
How Do You Obtain Roadside Service? Just dial the special toll-free number and an experienced advisor at the Cadillac Roadside Operations Center will assist you. The advisor will ask your name, home address, location and the telephone number you’re calling from (avoid using credit card phones, since return calls cannot be placed to you through them),along with the location of your Cadillac, the model year, Vehicle Identification Number, and a description of the problem.
What If Your Cadillac Cannot Be Repaired at Roadside? When you call the Roadside Operation Center,the advisor will determine if your car can be repaired at roadside within a reasonable period of time (approximately 45 minutes). If your car can't be repairedwithin that timeor requires the resources of a Cadillac dealership service facility, the advisor will arrange tow service for you.
Is There Any Membership Or Enrollment Fee? There is no membership or enrollment fee for Cadillac is eligible under this program. Roadside Service-- any While Cadillac Roadside Service isnot an auto club, the services and repairs provided often go beyond those offeredby some auto clubs .Our objective is to provide immediate assistance to ensure that all Cadillac drivers are assisted in a professional and timely manner with the help of experienced Cadillac advisors and dealership technicians.
Additional No Charge badside Service Special Features For CadillQc Owners: 0 Emergency Road Service Performed at the Scene for the Following Disablements - during the first 12 month/12,000 mile period. Lock Out Assistance Battery Jump Starts Gas Delivery Change 0TireFlat 0 Towing Service Only*) Change (Covers *Determination of replacement tire under WarrantyCoverage must be made by a Cadillac dealershipor appropriate tire manufacturer.
What If You've Locked Your Kkys In The Car? If your keys are locked in the car, the technician or locksmith must be given proof of ownership (original vehicle registration and your driver's license) beforeattempting to enterthe vehicle. Thisprecaution is for your protection. For this reason we suggest you carry your vehicle registration and Gold Key Card which includes aconvenient credit card type key.This special key can be used to unlock either front dooror the trunk compartment.
Other Roadside Services Cadillac Roadside Service is committed to your total peace of mind and is staffed by Cadillac-trained phone advisors and technicians to provide phone or on-site repair assistance.
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I .- OWNER ASSISTANCE This section will explain how to contact Cadillac if you need assistance. It also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects.
For prompt assistance, please have the following information available Consumer Relations Representative: to give the - Your name, address and telephone number - Vehicle Identification Number (This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate attached to the left top of the instrument panel and through visible the windshield.
- ZONE AND CENTRAL OFFICE ADDRESSES CENTRAL OFFICES UNITED STATES Consumer Relations Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 2860 Clark Detroit, Michigan 48232 1-800458-8006 (24 Hours) 1 - 8 O O - A L L m (Allantks only) CANADA Consumer Relations Department General Motors of Canada Limited Oshawa, Ontario L1J 526 1-800-263-3777 (ENGLISH) 1-800-263-7854 (FRENCH) INTERNATIONAL EXPORT SALES P.O.
GENERAL MOTDRS OF CANADA REGIONAL OFFICES CALGARY, AB T2P 3W7 4220 Blackfoot Trail P.O. Box 2510 1-800-263-3777 TORONTO, ONTARIOM3C lJ1 1200 Eglinton Ave. E. 416-359-0588 1-800-263-3777 MONTREAL, QUEBEC H9R 4R2 5000 Trans-Canada Hwy. Pointe Claire, Quebec 1-800-263-7854 GENERAL MOTORSOFFICES OVERSEAS FAR EAST GM Overseas Distribution Corp.
-. GM PARTICIPATION IN BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM* Our experience has shown that the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described in earlier this section has been very successful in achieving customer satisfaction. If you have discussed a concern with your Dealership management and have not been able to resolve it, let us know. Questions and concerns are resolved most efficiently if you telephone or write directly to our offices as described.
Eligibility is limited by vehicle age/mileage, on the component involvedand other factors. For further information concerning the program, call your local BBB or call 1-800-955-5100 for the toll-free number of your nearest BBB. You may also call the Cadillac Consumer Assistance Center. *Thisprogram may not be available in allstates, depending on state law. (Canadian owners should referto the C a d i a n Warranty Booklet).
SERVICE PUBLICATIONS Information onhow toobtain Product Service Publications, subscriptions, Indexes and summaries as describedbelowis applicable only in fifty the US. states (and the District fo Columbia) and only for cars and light trucks withGVWR less than10,OOO pounds (4 536 kg). In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins and Indexes can be obtained by writing to: General Motors of Canada Limited, Service Publications Department, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7.
What You’ll find inthe Index: # + + A list of all PSPs published by Cadillac in a model year (1990 or later). PSPs covering all models of Cadillac cars are listed in the same index. Ordering informationso you can buy the specificPSPs you may want. Price information forPSPs you may want to buy. How You Can Get an Index: Indexes are published periodically.
1 LITERATUREOWNER’S I I I YEAR 1993 1993 FORM NO. 1 H-3024 I H-3025 1 H-3026 I 1993 DESCRIPTION I DeVilleOwnerInformation I SixtySpecialOwnerInformation I 1 I I Seville Owner Information I H-3028 1993 Allante I - 1993 1993 1993 I 3532657 3532627 3532628 lgg3 and Prior CPCH-093 I Owner Owner 15.00 I I 1 15.00 information Information 15.00 I Eldorado Owner Information Fleetwood PRICE EACH $15.00 H-3022 15.
1 PRODUCT SERVICE PUBLICATIONS INDEXES MODEL FORM NO. YEAR 1990 H-2755 1991 H-2855 1992 H-2955 1993 H-3055 1990 H-27528 DESCRIPTION I Index(Includesapplicablebulletinsummaries) To review all productservice publications (PSPs) for a specific model year vehicle,it is necessaryto order the index for that model year and all subsequent FREE model vear indexes. Bound PSP Edition includes 20.
r NOTE: Please fill in order form and MAIL TO: Cadillac Service Publications Post Office Box 07130, Detroit, Michigan 48207 ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356 (NOTE: For Credit Card Holder Orders Only) Monday-Friday 8:30 A.M. -6:OO P.M. EST . M i n i m u m C r e d i t C a r d O r d e r $10.00 7 If further information is needed, write to the address shown above or call (313) 883-1430. Material cannot be returned for credit without receiving advance authorization within 14 days of delivery.
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. . .SUBJECT INDEX A . . . . . . . ACC(Ignition Key Position) ........................... 74 AccessoryPower. Retained .......................... 328 Adding BrakeFluid ..................................... 284 Electrical Equipment ............................. 327 Engine Coolant ................................. 279 Power Steering Fluid ............................. 281 TransaxleFluid .................................. 277 Additives. Engine Oil ............................... 272 Adjustment. Brake .
. Automatic Pull-Down ................................ Automatic Transaxle ................................. Automatic Transaxle Fluid ........................... 69 78 275 Baby Restraint ...................................... 42 Battery ........................................... 287 Battery Cables. Starting With ......................... 226 Battery Power Loss .................................287 Battery Replacement (R.K.E.) ......................... 67 Beam. Headlight. High-Low Switch .................
. C . c- . . . . . 226 Cables. Battery. Starting With ........................ 217 Camper. Towing A .................................. Capacities.Fluid ................................... 338 247 Car Jack Instructions ............................... Carbon Monoxide In Exhaust ...................... 89.216 321 Care and Cleaning of Phaeton Top .................... Cassette Tape Player. Care Of Your ................... 163 Cassette TapeSystems .............................. 148 Cautions.Safety ............
The Top of the Instrument Panel ................... 319 The Underbody Of Your Vehicle ................... 323 The Windshield ................................. 320 Weatherstrips ................................... 322 Clock. Setting The ............................... 158. 161 Climate Control. Electronic .......................... 139 Closed-In Places. Don't Idle In ........................ 89 CO In Your Exhaust .............................. 89. 216 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems ..................
e r F i f i .... Disposal. Used Oil ................................. Doing Your Own Service Work ....................... Door Locks ........................................ Downhill.Parking .................................. Downshifting ....................................... Driver’s Side S.I.R. (“Air Bag”) ........................ Driving And the Road. Your .............................. AtNight ........................................ Defensive ......................................
Ethanol In Gasoline ................................ 262 Exhaust. Caution ................................. 89.216 Exhaust. Dangerous Gas In ........................ 89.216 Expectant Mothers. Use Of Safety Belts By .............. 33 Explanation of Maint. Service ........ See Maint . Book. p.18 Express Down Window (Driver’s Side) .................. 90 Expressway Driving ................................. 202 Extender.SafetyBelt ................................ 55 Exterior Appearance ..........................
. . . . Fuel.Door. Remote ................................ Fuel.Tank.FillingYour ............................. Fuse Replacement .................................. Fuses And Circuit Breakers .......................... 264 263 329 328 G 117 Garage Door Opener (Option) ....................... Gear Positions ...................................... 78 Gearshift Lever. Positions Of .......................... 78 Gasoline .......................................... 261 Gasoline Tank. Filling Your ..............
How To Test The Alarm .............................. 72 How To Use This Manual .............................. 1 How To Wear Safety Belts Properly ..................... 18 Hydroplaning ...................................... 197 I Ice, If You’re Stuck In ............................... 257 Identification Label, Service Parts ..................... 327 Identification Number, Vehicle ....................... 326 Idling Your Engine .................................. 89 If A Tire Goes Flat ........................
. . . . . Leather. Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318 Light. Air Bag System ................................ 29 Light. Change Oil Soon ............................. 128 Light. Charge ...................................... 126 Light. Coolant Temp ................................ 125 Light.Oil ......................................... 127 Light. Safety Belt Reminder ......................... 11.17 Light.Security ...................................... 71 Light.
. Maplights ......................................... 107 Markings.Pavement ................................ 174 Master Cylinder. Brake .............................. 284 MatchingTransmitters ............................... 66 Methanol In Gasoline ............................... 261 Mileage Indicator .................................. 119 Mirrors. Front Seat Vanity ........................... 111 Mirrors.Inside Daymight ........................... 109 Mirrors. Outside ...................................
. . c- . . . P “P” (Park) Position .................................. 78 Paint Spotting.Chemical ............................ 324 ParkPosition ....................................... 78 84 Park. Shifting Into ................................... ParkingBrake ......................................82 209 Parking.Downhill .................................. 208 Parking On Hills ................................... 87 Parking Over Things That Burn ........................ ParkingUphill ........................
Rear Towing Hook-Ups ............................. 235 Rear Window Defogger ............................. 142 Reclining Front Seatbacks ............................. 7 Recommended Fluids & Lubricants ... See Maint. Book. p.38 Recovery. Off Road ................................. 189 217 Recreational Vehicle. Towing A ....................... Remote Fuel Door ................................. 264 Remote Trunk Release ............................... 69 Replacement Fasteners ..............................
. . . . . c- . . . . . . Safety Belts. Rear Seat ...............................36 Safety Belts. Replacing After A Crash .................. 56 Safety Belts. Right Front. Adult Passenger ............... 34 10 Safety Belts: They’re For Everyone ..................... Safety Belts. Torn .................................... 57 27 SafetyBelts.Twisted ................................. Safety Belts. Why To Wear ............................ 12 1 Safety Cautions ......................................
. Snow. If You’re Stuck In Deep ........................ 217 Snow Or Ice. Driving On ............................ 213 Snowstorm. If You’re Caught In A Bad ................ 215 Solvent-vpe Cleaner On Fabric ...................... 317 Sound Equipment. Adding ........................ 144. 327 Sound System. How to Operate Your .................. 143 Spare Tire. Compact ................................ 256 Speaker Covers. Delco Bose ......................... 319 Specifications ...................................
. . . . Time. Setting The ............................... 158.161 Tire Chains .......................................314 247 Tire. Flat .......................................... Tire Inflation ...................................... 307 Tire Inspection and Rotation ......................... 308 Tires ..Loading .................................... 303 Tire Quality Grading ................................ 310 Tires ............................................. 305 212 Tires. and Winter Driving ............
. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .................. Vehicle Storage .................................... Vehicle Symbols ...................................... Vents ............................................. Vinyl. Cleaning .................................... 326 287 3 137 318 W WarningLights ..................................... 120 Flasher. Warning Hazard .......................... 225 Light. Anti-lock Brake System ..................122.182 121 Light. Brake System .............................
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