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Page 1: ...1994 OWNER SLITERATURE r...

Page 2: ...PENALTY OF LEADERSHIP Cadllac Motor C a r Co Detroit Mich THIS TEXT APPEAREDAS AN ADVERTISEMENTIN THE SATURDAYEVENING POST 7JANUARY 2ND INTHE YEAR 1915 COPYRIOWT CADtLLACMOTOR CARDIVISION...

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Page 4: ...erchangeability of parts and again in1912 for introducing the elec tric self starter electric lighting and ignition system Cadillac is the only L I Law 4 The introduction of American manufacturer the...

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Page 6: ...and was published following the introduction of the first produc tion V8 engine The V8 was stan dard in all 1915model Cadillacs Many Cadillac firsts havefol lowed over the years including the synchro...

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Page 8: ...ears In1957 the Eldorado Brougham featured ad vances such as air suspension mem ory seat automaticelectricdoor locks transistor radio a brushed stainless steel roof and low profile tires 1953 was rede...

Page 9: ...stock technical configuration was selected as the pace car forthe 76th Indianap olis 500 The demanding pace car performance and handling require ments were met because of such advances as the Northsta...

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Page 12: ...s and Audio Systems 150 1 This section tellsyou how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operateyour sound system Section 4 Your Driving and the Road 176 I Here you ll find helpfu...

Page 13: ...aire ou au DGN Marketing ServicesLtd 1500Bonhill Rd Mississauga Ontario L5T 1C7 This literature includes the latestinformation at the time it was printed We reserve the right to make changes in the pr...

Page 14: ...e page number where you ll find it SAFETY W M Z N G SAND SYMBOLS You will find a numberof safety cautionsin this book We use gray and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if y...

Page 15: ...ge your vehicle Manytimes this damage would not be coveredby your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read othermanuals you might...

Page 16: ...inal battery A I I PROTECTEYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC BAlTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS CAUTION POSSIBLEINJURY 8 I AVOIDSPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BAlTERY These symbols are important for...

Page 17: ...HAZARD WARNING FLASHER I TURNSIGNALS LIGHTS OR HIGHBEAM PARKINGLIGHTS O FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls I WINDSHIELD WIPER WASHER I REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER 0 4 W 0 b I WINDSHIELD WA...

Page 18: ...NECOOLANT TEMPERATURE RADIATOR COOLANT CHARGING 1 ENGINE OIL PRESSURE I FUEL 1 ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE ANTILOCK BRAKE Here aresome other symbols you maysee F L FUSE I AIR CONDITIONING I RADIO SELECTOR...

Page 19: ...bout somethings you should not do with safety belts SEATS AND SEAT CONTROLS This section tellsyou about the seats how to adjust them and also about reclining front seatbacks heated seats and head rest...

Page 20: ...terswitch side to side moves the whole seat up or down Move the centerswitch forward or back to move the whole seat forward or rearward Front Seatback Recliner To recline the seatback lift the lever o...

Page 21: ...Power Seatback Recliner Optional Move the switch forward to raise the seatback and rearward to recline the seatback Do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicleis moving...

Page 22: ...you In a crashyou could go into it receiving neckor otherinjuries The lapbelt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelv...

Page 23: ...ating elements are thermostatically regulated to automatically maintainthe temperature at the selected setting A telltale light inthe control switch remindsyou that theheating system is in use To pres...

Page 24: ...TS THEY REFOR EVERYONE 7 This figurelights up as a reminder tobuckle up See Safety Belt 1 Reminder Light in the Index In many states and Canadian provinces the law saysto wear safetybelts Here swhy Th...

Page 25: ...n be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes arein between In manyof them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been...

Page 26: ...W ySafety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes For example if the bike is going10mph 16 km h so is the child When the bike hitsthe block it stops But the child keeps go...

Page 27: ...r Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels 14...

Page 28: ...Get it up to speed 1 Then stopthe vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 15...

Page 29: ...panel or thesafety belts With safetybelts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongestbones take the forces That swhy safety beltsmake su...

Page 30: ...plemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system everoffered for sale has required theuse of safety belts Evenif you re ina vehicle that has air bags you...

Page 31: ...r the light will come on HOW TO WE SAFETYBELTS PROPERLY Adults This section is onlyfor people of adult size Be aware that there arespecial thingsto know about safety beltsand children And there aredif...

Page 32: ...describes the driver srestraint system U Lapshoulder Belt The driver hasa lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat tosee how see Seats in the Index...

Page 33: ...e buckle until it clicks twisted Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on...

Page 34: ...d be lesslikely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the should...

Page 35: ...eheight that is right for you To move it up or down squeeze the release handle When you release the handle try to move it down alittle to make sure it has locked into position You can move the adjuste...

Page 36: ...r shoulder away from your face and To help you find a height that is right for you followthese guidelines For a tall person Usethe upper or upper middle position For a person of average height Use apo...

Page 37: ...le has a shoulder belt tightness adjustment feature If the shoulder belt seems too tight you can adjustit like this 1 Sit well back inthe seat 2 Star shol t pulling the dder belt out 3 Just before it...

Page 38: ...start again 5 Now you can adda small amount of slack Lean forwardslightly then sit back If you ve added more than1inch 25 mm of slack pull the shoulder belt out as you did before and start again If yo...

Page 39: ...e nearlyas much protection this way I A CAUTION You can be serious hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crashyou would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder beltshould...

Page 40: ...u can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there notat the pelvic bones This could cause...

Page 41: ...injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash yourbody would movetoo far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much forceto th...

Page 42: ...y injured by a twisted belt Ina crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted makeit straight so it can work properly or ask your dealerto fix it To u...

Page 43: ...and of the way If you slam your vehicle SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTMNT SYSTEM MRBAGS This section explainsthe Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR or air bag system Your Cadillac has an air bag for...

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Page 46: ...oblem You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to Run or Start Then the light shouldgo out which means the system is ready Remember if the air bag readiness light do...

Page 47: ...How TheAir Bag System Works A 34...

Page 48: ...the inflation would provideno occupant protection benefit It is possible that in a crash only one of the two air bags in your Cadillac will deploy This is rare but can happen in a crash just severe e...

Page 49: ...ome components of the air bag modulein the steering wheel hub for the driver sair bag or the instrument panel for thepassenger s bag may be hot fora short time but theportion of the bag that comes int...

Page 50: ...s air bag they maynot work properly You may have to replace theair bag on the steering wheel or both the air bag and the instrument panel for the passenger s air bag Do not open or break theair bag c...

Page 51: ...f the airbag system inseveral places around your vehicle You don twant the system to inflatewhile someone is workingon your vehicle Your Cadillac dealer and the 1994Cadillac ServiceManual have informa...

Page 52: ...elts A pregnant woman shouldwear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should beworn as low aspossible thr oughoutthe pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safe...

Page 53: ...r 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 If it does let it go bac...

Page 54: ...ont split and rearbench seats someone can sitin the centerposition 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 pl...

Page 55: ...uckle is positionedso you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to REARSEAT PASSENGERS It s veryimportant for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics showthat...

Page 56: ...ap ShoulderBelt The positions nextto thewindows havelap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pick up the latch plate and pullthe belt...

Page 57: ...ake sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety BeltExtender at the end of this section Makesure therelease button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safe...

Page 58: ...yforce at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go overthe shoulder andacross the chest These partsof the body are best able to take beltrestraining for...

Page 59: ...To unlatch the belt just push the buttonon the buckle CHILDREN 46...

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Page 62: ...estraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury The instructions that come with the infant or child restraint will show you how to do that Mere to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that...

Page 63: ...t A If you need to have an anchor installed you can askyour Cadillac dealer to putit in for you If you wantto install an anchor yourself yourdealer can tell youhow to doit For cars first sold inCanada...

Page 64: ...ctions for thechild restraint 2 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap andshoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or a...

Page 65: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you everhad to 5 To tighten the belt pullup on the shoulderbelt while you push down on thech...

Page 66: ...ltand let it go back allthe way Securing a Child Position Restraint 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure in the Center Rear Seat When you secure a childr...

Page 67: ...tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restrainton the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 3 Secure thechild inthe child restraint as the instructions say 4 R...

Page 68: ...different directions to be sure it is secure If the child restraint isn t secure turn the latch plate over and buckle it again Then seeifit issecure If it isn t secure the restraint in a different pl...

Page 69: ...acing child restraintcan be seriously injured ifthis happens Always securea rear facing child restraintin the rear seat I You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See theearlier section about the top str...

Page 70: ...around the restraint The child restraint instructionswill show you how If the shoulder belt goes infront of the child sface or neck put it behind the child restraint 5 Buckle the belt Make sure there...

Page 71: ...6 Pull the rest of lap belt allthe way out of the retractor toset the lock the 7 To tighten the belt feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push downon the child restraint L C L J...

Page 72: ...ifferent directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back allthe way The safety beltwill move freely again andbe ready to wor...

Page 73: ...If you have the choice a child shouldsit next to a windowso the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statisticsshow that children ar...

Page 74: ...0 Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash 0 Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people who are 61...

Page 75: ...center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still ison the child s shoulder so that in a crashthe child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is so small...

Page 76: ...n 7 Wherever thechild sits the lapportion o f the beltshould be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to thechild s pelvicbones in a crash r 63...

Page 77: ...STEMS Now and then make sure all your belts buckles latch plates retractors anchorages and reminder systems are working properly Look for any loose parts or damage If you see anything that might keep...

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Page 79: ...g properly and what to do if you havea problem 8 I CAUTION Leaving youngchildren in a vehicle withthe ignition key is dangerous formany reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed...

Page 80: ...n your Cadillac is delivered the dealer removes the plugs from the door keys The plug has a code on it that tells the dealer or a qualified locksmith howto make extrakeys However the ignition keys do...

Page 81: ...your keys you willbe able to have new ones made easily usingthe plug or barcode tag NOTICE Your Cadillachas a numberof new features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble gettin...

Page 82: ...Use If your vehicle has a theft deterrent system and it is armed unlock the doors only with the key or Keyless Entry System This will avoidsetting off the alarm From the inside To lock the door slide...

Page 83: ...won t unlock anyof the doors that s a safety feature Rear Door Security Lock Your Cadillac is equippedwith rear doorsecurity locksthat help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your car...

Page 84: ...ft leverout of Y Park all of the doorswill lock And every time you stop and move your shift leverinto P Park your doors will unlock If someone needsto get out while you renot in P77 Park have that per...

Page 85: ...15feet 4 5 mm using the key chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your Remote Keyless Entry System is intended tobe used as a supplementaryvehicle entry device It is not intended to replace bu...

Page 86: ...mbol to unlock the driver s door Press it again within 5 seconds to unlock the other doors Pressing this button will also disarm the Theft Deterrent System and turn on the interior lights Press this s...

Page 87: ...nsmitter to as many different vehicles as you own provided theyare equipped with exactlythe same model system General Motors offers several different modelsof these systemson their vehicles Each vehic...

Page 88: ...__ 2 Remove battery and replace with CR2025 or equivalent Using the wrong size battery can damage the transmitter 3 Make sure battery is positioned with facing cover 75...

Page 89: ...rotate clockwise to reinstall STORAGE ARMREST The front armrest opens into astorage area To open it lift the frontedge Inside you will find storage for cassettes or CD s a coin holder and a dual cup...

Page 90: ...he glove boxik an override switch that is useful if you wantto leave valuables inthe trunk when usinga commercial parking lot Push the button to disable the RemoteTrunk Release button Then lock your g...

Page 91: ...l Your vehiclehas a convenience net You can see itju wall of the trunk stinside th Us the net to secure small loadslike grocery bags It can helpkeep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick...

Page 92: ...rger heavier loads store such loads in the trunkas far forward asyou can REMOTE TRUNKRELEASE You ll find the button here in the Headlight Control Panel Push the buttonto release the trunklid __ The sh...

Page 93: ...nically Your fingers can be trapped under the trunk lid as it goes down Yourfingers could be iqjured and you would need someoneto help you free them Keepyour fingers away from the trunk lid asyou clos...

Page 94: ...oyour vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index See 4EngineExhaust in the Index THEFT Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your we put onit canmake it impossible to steal H...

Page 95: ...on key What if you have to leave somethingvaluable in your vehicle Put your valuablesin a storage area like your trunk or glove box Lock the glovebox Push the Trunk Security Override switch in the glo...

Page 96: ...theft deterrent system the vehicle should be locked withthe doorkey after the doors are closed Always unlocka door with a key or use the Keyless Entry System Unlocking a door any other way will set o...

Page 97: ...ean and dry before it s inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start If the engine does not start and the STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM REMOVE L 1 IGNITION KEY messgge is displayedthe...

Page 98: ...locksmith whocan service PASS Key I1 to have a new key made J NEW VEHICLE BREAK IN NOTICE Your modern Cadillacdoesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follo...

Page 99: ...gs like the radioand the windshield wipers whenthe engine is off To get into ACC push in the key and turn it toward you Yoursteeringwheel wil1remain locked just as it was before you inserted thekey OF...

Page 100: ...u re already moving use N Neutral only NOTICE Don t try to shift to P Park if your Cad illacis moving If you do youcould damage the transaxle Shift to P Park only when your vehicle is stopped 1 Don tp...

Page 101: ...the extra gasolinefrom the engine NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics inyour vehicle If you add electrical parts oraccessories you could change the way the fuel injection syste...

Page 102: ...the wrong kind of extension cordcould overheat and cause a fie You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 voltoutlet If the cordwon t reach usea heavy duty...

Page 103: ...E Your automatic transaxle shift leveris located on thesteering column There areseveral different positions for your shift lever P Park R Reverse N Neutral Overdrive 3 Third Gear Drive 2 SecondGear l...

Page 104: ...e when you reon fairly level ground always set your parking brakeand move the shiftlever to P Park See Shifting Into P Park in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towinga Ilrailer in the Index E...

Page 105: ...re already moving use N N when your vehicle is being towed with the wheels To Neutral only Also use c Y A CAUTION Shifting outoPCP Park or N Neutral while your engine is racing runningat high speed is...

Page 106: ...r if it seems not to shift gearsas you go faster something may be wrong witha transaxle system sensor If you drive very far that way your vehicle can be damaged So if this happens have your vehicle se...

Page 107: ...mage your engine 1 FirstGear This position gives youeven more power but lower fueleconomy than 2 You can use iton very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the selector lever isput in 1 the transaxle...

Page 108: ...f the ignition ison thebrake system warning light will come on Whenyou moveout of P Park or N Neutral if your engineisrunning your parking brake should gooff If it doesn t you have a parking brake pro...

Page 109: ...1 I overheat You may haveto replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle I I U If vou are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill See Towing a Trailer inthe Index That sect...

Page 110: ...this 3 4 5 0 Pull the lever toward you 0 Move the lever up as far as it will go With your rightfoot still holding the brake pedaldown set the parking brake Move the ignition keyto Lock Remove the key...

Page 111: ...m P Park without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that theshift lever wasn t fully locked into P Park SHIFTING OUT OF P9 PARK Your Cadillachas a brake transaxle shift interlock You have...

Page 112: ...out of P Park Thisis called torque lock To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into P Park properly before in the Index __ you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shiftin...

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Page 114: ...s can happen is a garage Exhaust with CO can come in easily NEVERpark in a garagewith the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index A CAUTION It can be dangero...

Page 115: ...electrical power to operate the windows willnot shutoff until you 0pen adoor or 10minutes has passed If you want this power for another10minutes just turn the key to Run and back to Off H Express Dow...

Page 116: ...you have children as passengers HORN To sound the horn just press a corner of the airbag located in the center of the steering wheel TILT WHEEL A tilt steeringwheel allows youto adjust the steeringwhe...

Page 117: ...er Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place TURN SIGNA MULTIFUNCTIONLEVER The lever on theleft sideof the steering column includes your Turn Sig...

Page 118: ...gnal has two upward for Right and two downward for Left positions These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lanechange To signal a turn move the lever allthe way up ordown When the turn is finis...

Page 119: ...void an accident If the green arrows don tgo on atall whenyou signal a turn check the fuse see Fuses in the Index andfor burned outbulbs Headlight High Low Beam ITo change the headlights fromlow beam...

Page 120: ...hieldWipers WIPER To control the wipers turn theband on the multifuction lever MIST Turn the band away from you and then release it for a single wipe cycle Formore cycles hold the band on MIST longer...

Page 121: ...away snowor ice to prevent an overload Windshield Washer To wash your windshield pushthe paddle labeled PUSH then release it After washing the windshield the wipers will stop unless youwere using you...

Page 122: ...ll your washer fluid tank only 3 4 full when it s very cold This allows for expansion which coulddamage thetank if it is completely full Don t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer It can...

Page 123: ...To Set Cruise Control 1 Move the Cruise Control switchto ON 0 110...

Page 124: ...me on and goes out after5 seconds r 5 Take yourfoot off the accelerator pedal c ToResume a Set Speed Supposeyou set your Cruise Control at adesired speed and then you apply the brake This of course sh...

Page 125: ...first Use theaccelerator pedal to get to thehigher speed Push the button at the endof the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll nowcruise at thehigher speed Here s the second...

Page 126: ...l to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehiclewill slow downto theCruise Control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How wellyour Cruise Controlwill workon...

Page 127: ...e aretwo ways to turn off the Cruise Control Steplightlyonthe brake pedal OR 0 Move the Cruise switchto OFF ToErase Speed Memory When you turn off the Cruise Control or the ignition your Cruise Contro...

Page 128: ...0 Interior CourtesyLights I i Here s howto manually work your light system Pull the switch out to the first stop toturn on your parking and taillights side marker lights andinstrument panel lights 0...

Page 129: ...on and off by sensing how dark it is outside To operate it leave the light switch off and move the control to any position but off r If you movethe controlall the way to MAX your lightswill remain on...

Page 130: ...n the headlights or parking lightsare on This will provide more light for cornering Daytime Running Lights Canada Only The Canadian Federal Government has decided that Daytime Running Lights DRL are a...

Page 131: ...The DRL will stay offuntil you shiftout of P Park Operation o f Lights Although your vehicle s lighting system headlights parking lights fog lamps side marker lights and taillights meet all applicabl...

Page 132: ...ush the button to illuminate thelight The rear interior courtesy lightswill come on when you open a door or turn on theinterior lights If your vehicle is equipped with the optionalastrormf you can ill...

Page 133: ...rtaillamp monitor is located at the top center over the back glass You will see it as you are looking through your inside rearview mirror Two red indicatorswill illuminate to show that your taillights...

Page 134: ...ror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlights behind you A photocell on the back of the mirror senses whenit is becoming dark outside Another photocell built into the mirror surface senses...

Page 135: ...Photocells Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the front and rear photocells that make the mirror work OptionalDriver Outside Electrochromic Rearview Mirror This mirror automatically dimsto m...

Page 136: ...ock out glare swing downthe visor You can also removethem from the center mount and swing them to the side while the auxiliary sunshade remains to block glare fromthe front To use one pull the front s...

Page 137: ...wn Then lift the cover up to see the mirror Illuminated Front Seat Vanity Mirrors To use the optional lighted vanity mirrors turn thesunshade down Then lift the cover up to see the mirror Move the swi...

Page 138: ...er side mirror or to theright to select the passenger side mirror Thenpress the control pad toadjust each mirrorso that you canjust see the side of your vehicle To lock the controlsleave the selectors...

Page 139: ...ike other vehicles Iook farther away than they realIy are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hita vehicle onyour right Check your inside mirrororglance overyour shoulder before chang...

Page 140: ...switch again to openit fully To Close Press andhold the switch forward to close the glass panel The sunshade can only be closed by hand To Vent Press the switch forwardwhen the glass panel is closed...

Page 141: ...Lighter It s near theashtray To use the lighter just push it in all the way and let go When it s ready itwill pop out in by itself NOTICE Don t holda cigarette lighter inwith your hand while it is hea...

Page 142: ...its the overhead panel Your Cadillac dealer can tell you about the hand held power packunit and the installation you ll need athome to make this work If your Cadillacis equipped with an Electriclear h...

Page 143: ...ked frontand rear floor mats keep themclean by vacuuming and using a spot cleaner if necessary Do not machine wash THEINSTRUMENT PANEL YOUR INFOR2M14TION SYSTEM Your instrument panelis designed to let...

Page 144: ...from English miles to metric kilometers by pushing this button The same button also makes other readings liketemperature and fuel go between English and Metric Trip OdometerButton This button is locat...

Page 145: ...ition key just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not bealarmed when this happens When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are drivin...

Page 146: ...on Drivingwith the brakesystem warning light on canlead to an accident If the light is still on after you ve pulled off the roadand stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service The brake syste...

Page 147: ...k brake system warning light may also come on when youare driving witha compact spare tire If this happens the light means you won t have anti lock until you replace the compact spare with a full size...

Page 148: ...That sjust acheck to be sure the light works If it doesn t be sure to have it fixed so it will be there to warn you if somethinggoeswrong When thelight comes on andstays on it means oil isn t goingth...

Page 149: ...es not comeon atall have it fixed right away If it stayson or it comeson while youare driving the computeris indicating that you havea problem You should take your vehicle infor service soon NOTICE If...

Page 150: ...t stayson you need service and you should take your Cadillacto the dealer at once To save your battery until you get there turnoff all accessories Fuel Gage Your fuel gage showsabout how much fuel is...

Page 151: ...el gage At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads F It takes more orless gasto fill up than the gage said For example the gage said 8 Gallons but it tookmore or less than the tan...

Page 152: ...0 Another method toreset the AVG MPG is to press the AVG button onthe Fuel Data Panel RANGE Display This display shows how far the computer thinks you can go with the fuel thatis inyour tank The comp...

Page 153: ...C display gives you the statusof many of your vehicle systems The DICis usedto display driverselectable information and warning statusmessages If more than one problem is detected TheDriver Informatio...

Page 154: ...tton to start the timingfeature Pressthe TIMER button again to stop it Toresetit press and hold the RESETbutton until the display reads TIMER OO OO OO Press the INFORMATION button to exit from theTIME...

Page 155: ...miles and Degrees Fahrenheit to Metric kilometers and Degrees Celsius Driver Information Center Messages These messages will appear if there is a problem sensed in one of your vehicle s systems Vehic...

Page 156: ...the generator can still recharge the battery The battery should recharge afterdriving a few miles and themessage should go out If this message appears while driving or after startingyour vehicle and...

Page 157: ...ll appear for a few seconds when you selecta speed to cruise at ENGINE COOLANT HOT 44 This message will appear when yourengine coolant temperature is over 126 C 259OF To avoid added strain on a hot en...

Page 158: ...odamage clean the pellet contactswith a soft cloth or napkin Remove the ignition key and The Instrument Panel Cluster will then runa timer and change the messages to WAIT2 MINUTES WAIT 1 MINUTE and th...

Page 159: ...mental Inflatable Restraint Air Bag system Let only a qualified technician work on your vehicle Seeyour Cadillac dealer forservice at once THEFT SYSTEM PROBLEM CAR MAY NOT RESTART 34 This message mean...

Page 160: ...ately At highway speeds the amount of steering effortis greatly increased to provide a manuallike steering feel for maximum control and enhanced vehicle stability Speed Sensitive Suspension The SpeedS...

Page 161: ...illife you haveleft as a percentage So if you see 95 OIL LIFE LEFT for example that means that theway you re driving yourcar 95 of your current oil life is still left The Oil LifeIndicator may sayto c...

Page 162: ...ne Oil in the Index m e n You ve Changed the Oil When new oil isput in you llneed toreset your system To do it display the OIL LIFE INDEX by pressing the INFORMATION button Then press and hold the RES...

Page 163: ...let at the base of the windshield Keep this area clear of debris Even if the vehicle is not moving you can always get outside air If you are traveling in the 60 F 16 C AUTO setting a door will close t...

Page 164: ...temperature setting fan speeds and the ECC selection are displayed on a digital screen OFF Nothing is on butair will flow through your vehicleif you re moving The system will try to keep the air at th...

Page 165: ...first getting familiar with your vehicle select75 F 24 C You may find that your own personal comfort requires a slightly higheror lower setting Once you set the temperature the system will automatical...

Page 166: ...hrough the A C outlets If you start your vehicle withthe fan setting on HI it will skip the A C Purge Cold Weather Purge On cold days when your system is first turned on in either theAUTO or ECON sett...

Page 167: ...ng just push the buttons until HI AUTO is shownon thedisplay If you wantthe blower to run only at a fixed low speed push the low button until LO is shownon the display If you wantthe fan speed to runl...

Page 168: ...einside of your rear windowcould cut and damage the heating grids Your warranty wouldnot cover this damage And don t putdecals there you might have to scrape them off Electronic Solar Sert opi The Ele...

Page 169: ...e s how to use yourheated windshield in cold weather toremove ice or frostquickly 1 If any snow is piled up on the windshield brush it away 2 Start your Cadillacand leave it in P Park 3 Push the switc...

Page 170: ...SOUND SYSTEMS Your Delco sound system hasbeen designed to operateeasily and give years of listening pleasure But you will get the most enjoyment out of it if YOU acquaint yourself withit first Find o...

Page 171: ...utions by adjustingthe volume control onyour radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage 0 Adjust the volume control to thelowest setting 0 Increa...

Page 172: ...the radio on and off e It controls the volume 0 It lets you see what station you have When the radio is on push the It tells you the time When the ignition is off push the upper knob to It allows you...

Page 173: ...atically goto the next strongest station and stay there AM ST AMStereo Pressing the AM ST button enables the AM stereo reproduction of an AM station that is broadcasting in stereo Switching to stereo...

Page 174: ...he control levers up gives yourmore soundin that range Moving it down gives you less If the 10K control lever is near the top you may hear a hissing sound To eliminate it move the 10Kcontrol lever dow...

Page 175: ...knobs to adjust the volume and balance just as you do for the radio Push the upper knob to change tape direction The arrow inthe display shows which direction the tapeis being played Forward and Rever...

Page 176: ...pe The DelcoActiveAudio Music System with Cassette Player This optional music system isthe Delco Active Audio System withdual playback The system includesan AM and FM Stereo electronically tuned radio...

Page 177: ...from AM or FM Behind the lower knob isthe fadecontrol It fades the sound betweenthe front and rear speakers BASS The slide control increases or decreases the bass response tone Moving the control tow...

Page 178: ...conds push one of the five pushbuttons Repeat these steps for each of the five pushbuttons Your Cassette TapePlayer Your cassette tapeplayer worksbest with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each...

Page 179: ...r andlower knobs to adjust the volume and balance just as you do for theradio Pushthe upper knob to change tape direction The arrow inthe display show which direction the tapeis being played FWD and R...

Page 180: ...etgo TQSet theMinutes 0 Press SET and within 5 seconds 0 Press and hold SCAN When theclock gets to the correct minute let Your clock isset go The DelcoActiveAudio Music System with Cassette and CDPlay...

Page 181: ...layer pushthe knob to change sides TheLower Knob 7 Turn the lower knobto choose radio stations Push the knob to switch from AM or FM Behind the lower knob isthe Fade control It fades the sound between...

Page 182: ...er AM or FM 0 Tunein the station 0 Push the SETbutton Within 5 seconds push one of the five pushbuttons 0 Repeat these steps for each of the five push buttons Your Cassette TapePlayer Your cassette ta...

Page 183: ...ticallysensed and set Inserting the cassette also activates DOLBY noise reduction the displaywill light Once the tape is playing use the upper andlower knobs to adjust the volume and balance just as y...

Page 184: ...o on Insert the CD label side up partway into the slot The player will pull it in Wait a few seconds and the CD will play Then only the time of day and CD will display If the CDcomes back out check to...

Page 185: ...d time will be displayed to show the forward progress of the CD Prev Previous Push this button togo backto the beginning of the current track or push it again to heara favoritetrack Next Push this but...

Page 186: ...ors in the displaywill be lit and either theTP or CD LED will also be lit depending on which has the current priority TP CD Press the lower knob to switch betweenrape and CD Setting The Clock Optional...

Page 187: ...ject while cleaning Insert the cassette at least 3 times to ensure thorough cleaning A scrubbing action cleaning cassette is available through your Cadillac dealership You may also choose a non scrubb...

Page 188: ...rywith clean cloth before retracting 5 Make the antennago up and down byturning the radio orignition on extension and off 6 Then repeatif necessary NOTICE Don t lubricate thepower antenna Lubricationc...

Page 189: ...one can giveabout driving is Drive defensively Please start with a very important safety devicein your Cadillac Buckle up See Safety Belts in the Index Defensive driving really means be ready for anyt...

Page 190: ...pedestrian had been drinking In most cases these deaths are the result of someone who wasdrinking anddriving About 20 000motor vehicle related deathsoccur each year because of alcohol and thousands of...

Page 191: ...ngthree 4 ounce 120 ml glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 1 2ounces 45 ml of a liquor likewhiskey gin 1 or vodka It s the amount of alcohol that counts For example if the same person...

Page 192: ...areimpaired ata BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that theeffects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statisticsshow that the chance of being in an accident in...

Page 193: ...injuries That means that if anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is ina crash the chance of being killedor permanently disabled is higher than if that personhad not beendrinking And we ve...

Page 194: ...ht all playa part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4of a second a vehicle movingat 60 mph 100 h h travels 66 feet 20 m That could be a lot of distance in an emergency so keeping enoug...

Page 195: ...the brakepedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your Cadillac has an advanced electronic braking systemthat will help prevent skidding This lighton the instrument panel will goon when you...

Page 196: ...nses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each frontwheel and at the rear wheels The anti lock systemcan change th...

Page 197: ...one or both of the frontwheels are spinningor beginning to lose traction When this happens thesystem worksthe front brakes and reduces engine power byshuttingoff fuel injectors to limit wheel spin The...

Page 198: ...e same laws of physics when drivingon curves The traction of the tiresagainst the road surface makes it possible for thevehicle to change its path when youturn the frontwheels If there s no traction i...

Page 199: ...ng For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in yourlane or a car suddenlypulls out from nowhere or a child darts outfrom between parked carsand stops right in front of you You can avo...

Page 200: ...e of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing...

Page 201: ...ing driver face to facewith the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here aresome tips for passing 0 Drive ahead Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations tha...

Page 202: ...lined up topass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t tryingto pass you as you pull out topass the slow vehicle Remember toglance over yourshoulder and check the blind spot 0...

Page 203: ...causes tires to slip and lose corneringforce And in the accelerationskid too much throttle causes the driving wheelsto spin A cornering skid is best handled by easingyour foot off the accelerator peda...

Page 204: ...mirrored surface and slow down when you have anydoubt Remember Any anti lock braking system ABS helps avoid onlythe braking skid DRn lNG ATNIGHT i a Night drivingis more dangerous thanday driving One...

Page 205: ...ching lights It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyesto readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicl...

Page 206: ...wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned fordriving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it isto see Even if your windshieldwiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder t...

Page 207: ...ng too fast through large water puddles or evengoing throughsome car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Tryto avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit...

Page 208: ...om trees telephone poles or othervehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning n Hydroplaningusually happens athigher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about...

Page 209: ...ap and plan your trip into an unknown part of the cityjust asyou wouldfor a cross countrytrip 0 Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross mostlarge cities You ll save time andenergy See thenext...

Page 210: ...ave a clearview of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expectto blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to thep...

Page 211: ...ou re ready Try to bewell rested If you muststart when you re not fresh such as after a day s work don t plan to make too many milesthat first part of the journey Wear comfortableclothing and shoesyou...

Page 212: ...road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rushof the wind againstthe vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it happen toyou If it does...

Page 213: ...aresome tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable Keep your vehicle in goodshape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These partscan workhard on m...

Page 214: ...eeds that let you stay in your own lane Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or As you go over the topof a hill be alert Therecould be somethingin your lane like a stalled car...

Page 215: ...WNTERD M N G Here are some tips for winter driving Have your Cadillac in good shape for winter Be sure yourengine coolant m i x is correct You may wantto put winter emergency supplies in your trunk...

Page 216: ...s 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 theseitems in your vehicle Driving on Snowor Ice Most of the time th...

Page 217: ...cceleratewhen drivingon a slippery road Even though your vehicle has a traction controlsystem you ll want to slow downand adjust your drivingto theroad conditions See Traction Control System inthe Ind...

Page 218: ...e Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow youcould be in a serious situation You shouldprobably staywith your vehicle unlessyou knowfor sure that you to do to summon help and keep yourse...

Page 219: ...arged You willneed a well chargedbattery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later onwith your headlights Let the heater run for awhile Then shut the engine off and close the window almo...

Page 220: ...e the way your vehicleperforms on theroad It brings newforces into play and can add plenty of strain andstress to your vehicle Load pulling components such as theengine transaxle wheel assemblies and...

Page 221: ...of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads When towinga trailer close all windows and set the Electronic Climate Control System to ECON AUTO DEFOG or Defroster toassure that thefan is running Three...

Page 222: ...simply by moving some items around in the trailer 3 Total Weighton YourVehicle s Tires Be sureyour vehicle stires are inflated to the limit for cold tires You ll find these numbers on the Certificati...

Page 223: ...ns for the trailer brakessoyou ll be able to install adjust and maintain themproperly Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open ro...

Page 224: ...you Making Turns When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns thannormal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuv...

Page 225: ...e with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle andthe trailer can be damaged But if you ever haveto park your rigo...

Page 226: ...fe to do so When the vehicle is at a complete stop shift the transmission selector toP Park and allow the engine to idle Do not turnoff the engine or increase engine speed above a normal idle Within t...

Page 227: ...PROBLEMS ON THE ROAD I Here you ll find what to do about some problemsthat can occur on the road...

Page 228: ...azard warning flashers letyou warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on and off Press the button in to make your front and rear turn...

Page 229: ...o matterwhat position your key is in and even if the key isn tin To turn off the flashers pull out on the collar When the hazardwarning flashers are on your turn signals won t work E3 OTHER W M I N GD...

Page 230: ...ps could result in costly damage toyour vehicle that wouldn t be coveredby your warranty Trying to start your Cadillac by pushing or pulling it won t work and it could damage your vehicle TOJUMP START...

Page 231: ...e electrical systems 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Turnoff all lights radio or any accessories that arein useon both vehicles This will avoidsparks and help save both batteries And it could...

Page 232: ...k that the jumper cables don t haveloose ormissing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect thecables here are some things youshould know Positi...

Page 233: ...therend touch metal Connect it to thepositive vehicle withthe deadbattery terminal of the good battery 9 Now connect the black negative cable to thegood battery s negative terminal 10 Don t let the ot...

Page 234: ...The electrical connection isjust as good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less __ 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile 12 Try...

Page 235: ...se order toprevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other orany other metal r L TOWING YOUR CiWILLAC Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Cadillac...

Page 236: ...se instructions and illustrations may not be correct Before you do anything turn onthe hazard warning flashers When you call tell the towing service That your vehicle cannot betowed from the frontor r...

Page 237: ...tto see them A CAUTION Tohe avoidinjury toyou orothers When your vehicle is being towed have the ignition key off The steering wheel shouldbe clamped in a straight ahead position witha clamping device...

Page 238: ...n the front wheels have to be supportedon a dolly NOTICE Do not attachwinch cablesor J hooks tosuspension components whenusing car carrier equipment Always use T hooksinsertedin theT hookslots ENGINE...

Page 239: ...team Is ComingFrom YourEngine NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty 226...

Page 240: ...highest heat setting and open the window as necessary window as necessary 4 Try to keepyour engine underload in a drive gear where the engine If you no longer have the overheatwarning youcan drive Jus...

Page 241: ...r pressure cap Electric engine fans A CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can startup even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools awayfrom any underhood eIe...

Page 242: ...olant leak somewhere in the coolingsystem NOTICE Engine damage from running your enginewithout coolant isn t covered by your warranty If there seems to be no leak check to see if the electric engine f...

Page 243: ...nt recovery tank add a 50 50mixture of clean water preferably distilled and aproper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more ififormation about the propercoolan...

Page 244: ...essure and if you turn thecoolant surgetank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Neverturn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surgetank pressurecap ishot Wait...

Page 245: ...ugh Don t spill coolanton a hot engine I I 1 You can remove the radiatorpressure cap when the capand upper radiator hose are nolonger hot 0 Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left untilit first stops...

Page 246: ...2 Then keep turning the pressurecap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 3 Fill the radiator with the proper m i x up to the base of the filler neck...

Page 247: ...4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank tothe FULL COLD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure capoff 234 c 2 L I L A...

Page 248: ...r the engine fans 7 By this time the coolant level insidethe radiator filler neckmay be lower If the level is lower add more of the propermix to theradiator until the level reaches thebase of the radi...

Page 249: ...erator pedal and grip the steeringwheel firmly Steer tomaintain lane position then gentlybrake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularlyon acurve acts much like a skid and may...

Page 250: ...CHANGINGA FLAT TIRE If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level dace Turn on your hazard warning flashers 237...

Page 251: ...The following stepswill tell you howto use the jack and change a tire The equipmentyou ll need is in the trunk under the spare tire cover Rotate theplastic wing nut and remove the cover E 238...

Page 252: ...emove the wing nut that secures the jack and wheel wrenchand remove them from the trunk n n Attach thewheel wrench to thejack bolt and rotate itclockwise to the right Thatwill raise the lift head alit...

Page 253: ...ch gently pryingalong the edgeof the cover until it comes off NOTICE Be careful not to scratch the aluminum wheel edge Don t try to remove it withyour hands Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel...

Page 254: ...Front Position the jack under thevehicle Your vehicle has a notch on the underneath neareach of the wheels Fit the lift head into the notch nearest the wheel withthe flat tire i Rear...

Page 255: ...f thejack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle whenit is supported onlyby ajack Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the...

Page 256: ...wheel mounting surface A CAUTION Never useoiI or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Yourwheel could fa11off causing a serious accident Replace the wheel nutswith the rounded e...

Page 257: ...Tighten the wheel nut firmly in a criss cross sequence as shown Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 244...

Page 258: ...ter installingthe compact spare onyour is correctly inflated Thecompact spare is made to perform well at posted speed limits for distancesup to 3 000miles 5 000 km The compact spare is made to go up t...

Page 259: ...NOTICE...

Page 260: ...xle back and forth you can destroy yourtransaxle Rocking your vehicle to get it out First turnyour steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and f...

Page 261: ...to your dealer forall your service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people We hope you ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these...

Page 262: ...ations ASTM D4814 in the U S and CGSB 3 5 92 in Canada Thesefuels should havethe properadditives soyou should not have to add anything to thefuel In the U S and Canada it s easyto be sure you get the...

Page 263: ...preventers in this fuel to help avoid these problems Gasolinesfor CleanerAir Your useof gasoline withdeposit control additiveswill help prevent depositsfrom forming in yourengine and fuel system That...

Page 264: ...VehicleIdentification Number VIN General MotorsOverseas Dist ribution Corporation North American Export Sales NAES 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 FUEL ECONOMY Your fuel economy milesper...

Page 265: ...l roads and interstate highways are included The test simulatesa 10 mile 17 km trip with an average speed of 48 mph 77 km h The testis run from a hot start and has little idling time and no stops To a...

Page 266: ...balance Use of electricalaccessorieswhich require high amperage when they Even things beyondyour control such as weather conditionsaffect your fuel economy Drivingup steephills in rain or snow and int...

Page 267: ...FILLING YOUR TANK The capis behind a hinged door on theleft side of your vehicle 254...

Page 268: ...The release buttonis located next to the headlight switch The switch only works in P Park or when in the Retained Accessory Power mode Or you canuse the manual door release override in the trunk 255...

Page 269: ...u put the cap back on turn it to the right untilyou hear a clickingnoise I NOTICE If you needa new cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may no...

Page 270: ...HEHOOD Hood Release To open the hood first pull the lever inside the vehicle located at the lower left sideof the instrument panel Then go the frontof the vehicle and release the secondary hood releas...

Page 271: ...fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshiefdwasher and other fluids and plastic orrubber You orothers could be burned Be careful notto drop or spill things that will bur...

Page 272: ...stick level and add oil as needed It s a good idea to check yourengine oil everytime you get fuel Inorder to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle mustbe on level ground Turn of...

Page 273: ...e oil is at or below the ADD line then you ll need to add some oil But you must usethe right kind This section explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications...

Page 274: ...f Oil to Use Beginning midyear1993 oils of the proper quality for your vehicle will be identified with this new starburst symbol The starburst symbol indicates that theoil hasbeen certified by the Ame...

Page 275: ...t 27 f 16 t 4 7 18 LOOKFOR ONE OFTHESE LABELS SAE 1ow 3 PREFERRED above 0 F COLD WEATHER DO NOT USE SAE 1OW 40 SAE 2OW 50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED As shown in the chart SAE 1OW 30is bes...

Page 276: ...OW 30 0 Energy Conserving I1 Oils withthese words on thecontainer will help you save fuel These three things are usually included ina doughnut shapedlogo symbol on most containers If you cannot find o...

Page 277: ...played Remember to reset the Oil LifeIndicator when the oil has been changed Formore information see OilLife Indicator in the Index 7 How to Reset the Oil Life Indicator After theoil has been changed...

Page 278: ...t If you changeyour own oil be sure to drain all free flowingoil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouringit on the ground intosewers or into streams...

Page 279: ...to check yourautomatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Refer to theMaintenance Schedule to determine when to changeyour fluid See Scheduled Maintenance Services inthe Index Ho...

Page 280: ...inhot weather While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid shouldbe atnormal operating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C to 93 C Get thevehicle warmed up by driving about 15miles...

Page 281: ...1 Pull out thedipstick and wipe it witha clean ragor paper towel 2 Push it back in allthe way waitthree seconds and thenpull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read thelower lev...

Page 282: ...ss hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at thedipstick hole to bring it to the proper 1evel It doesn ttake much fluid generallyless than a p...

Page 283: ...otection up to262 F 128 C 0 Prote ct againstrust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let thewarning lightswork as theyshoula What to Use Use a mixtureof one half clean water preferab...

Page 284: ...r anda proper antifreeze NOTICE I f you use an impropercoolant mix your engine could overheat and be badly damaged Therepair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mix can fre...

Page 285: ...ery tank but be careful not to spill it A CAUTION You can be burned if you spil1coolant on hot engine parts Coolantcontains ethylene glycol and itwill burn if the engine parts arehot enough Don t spil...

Page 286: ...lled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The thermostat stopsthe flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature When you replace your thermostat anAC ther...

Page 287: ...0 When the engine compartment is hot the level should be at the HOT mark 0 When the engine compartment is cool the level should be at the FULLCOLD mark Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine w...

Page 288: ...er Don t mixwater with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freezeand damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washersystem Also water doesn t clean as well as washer...

Page 289: ...ince a leak means that sooneror later your brakes won t work well or won t workat all So it isn t agood idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won tcorrect a leak If you add fluid when yo...

Page 290: ..._ The fluid level must be to the MAX FILL 1line at the base of the M A X FILL neck as shown When your brake fluid fallsto a low level your brake warning light will come on See Brake System WarningLigh...

Page 291: ...luid on your vehicle If yondo wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your Cadillachas four wheeldisc brakes Disc brake padshave built inwear indicators thatmake a high pit...

Page 292: ...ake stops about every 1000miles 1600km so your brakes will adjust prsperly Replacing BrakeSystem Parts The brakingsystem on a modernvehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work...

Page 293: ...25 days or more takeoff the black negative cable from the battery This will help keepyour battery from running down Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehiclefor longer storageperiods Ba...

Page 294: ...tronic Climate Control to Auto and let the engine idle for 3 minutes or more Turnyour engine off Now your computer is programmed U O G E NBULBS EXTERIOR U PHOUSINGS I NOTICE Your Cadillac s lamphousin...

Page 295: ...housing socket clockwise 1 4 turn and gently remove the headlight housing socket and bulb Disconnect the socket from the harness by separating the locking clip NOTICE Do not touchglass portion of the...

Page 296: ...arnessconnector Make sure thatthe harness is locked to thebulb socket Now reinstall into the lamp assembly CORiVEMNG H P BULB REPLACEMENT 1 Open thehood to gain accessto themounting screw I 2 Remove t...

Page 297: ...4 Remove the socket by rotating it counterclockwise slightly then replace the bulb and reinstall 5 When instaliingthe cornering lamp housing besure that thetwo guide pins are aligned with the holes...

Page 298: ...removeit 2 Gently tilt the top portion of the taillight h using to access the bulb sockets If you can t access the lower bulb socket removethe taillight housing completely 3 Press the bulb socket hou...

Page 299: ...terclockwise 5 Reinstall taillamp housing Be sure to insert tab located on the lower portion of the housing into extension housing if you have removed it completely Center HighMounted Stop Lamp Bulb R...

Page 300: ...housing Replace the bulb and reinstall Position the windshield wiperson the windshield in the mid wipe position To do this turn theignition key to Accessory and turn the wipers on Then with the doorop...

Page 301: ...bly andsnap it into place If you only want to replace the wiper inserts follow these steps 1 Gently pull the insert from the blade housing 2 Reinstall the new insert by aligningthe blade housing tabsa...

Page 302: ...labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label found on the driver s door tells you the propersize speed ratingand recommended inflation pressures...

Page 303: ...rtification label found on the rear edge of the driver s door It tells you the gross weight capacityof your vehicle called the GVWR GrossVehicle Weight Rating The GVWR includes the weight of the vehic...

Page 304: ...nents that fail because of overloading r 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 haveto stop or turn quickl...

Page 305: ...adillac If your spare tireis a different brand than your road tires you willhave a tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers n i 4 Inflation Tire Pressure I The Tire Loading Information la...

Page 306: ...usual wear Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards When to CheckCheck your tires once a month or more The tire pressures are Front 30 psi 207 kPa Rear 30 psi 207 kPa Recommended tire...

Page 307: ...your tires last longer have them inspected andxotated at the mileages recommended in the Maintenance Schedule Use this rotation pattern After the tires have been rotated adjust the frontand rear infla...

Page 308: ...which will appear when your tires have only2 32inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the...

Page 309: ...d to give proper endurance handling speed rating traction ride and otherthings duringnormal service on your vehicle If your tires have an all seasontread design the TPC number will be followedby a MS...

Page 310: ...braking straight ahead traction tests and does notinclude cornering turning traction Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the gener...

Page 311: ...other thealignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibratingwhen driving on a smooth road your wheels mayneed to be rebalanced Wheel Replacement Replace any wheelthat is bent cracked...

Page 312: ...wheel nuts forreplacement NOTICE The wrong wheel can alsocause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer odometer calibration headlight aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire...

Page 313: ...stop andretighten them If the contact continues slow down until itstops Driving toofast with chains on will damage your vehicle A P P E G A C E CARE Remember cleaningproducts can be hazardous Some ar...

Page 314: ...nyof these unless this manual saysyou can In many uses these will damage your vehicle 0 Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents CLEANIRT6 THEINSIDE OF YOUR Use a vacuum cleaner often to get ridof...

Page 315: ...d 90 water Never use oils varnishes solvent basedor abrasivecleaners furniture Soiled leather should be cleanedimmediately If dirt is allowed to polish or shoe polish on leather work into finish it ca...

Page 316: ...st seeif you haveto use solvent typecleaner atall Some spots and stainswill clean off better with just waterand mild soap If you need touse a solvent Gently scrape excess soilfrom the trim material wi...

Page 317: ...reasy Stains Such as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruitjuice milk soft drinks wine vomit urine and blood Carefully scrape off excess stain thensponge the soiled area with cool If a stain remains foll...

Page 318: ...Cleaning theTop of the Instrument Panel Use only mildsoap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprayscontaining silicones or waxes maycause annoying reflectionsin the windshiel...

Page 319: ...clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatterswhen running wax or othermaterial may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield withGM Windshield Cleaner...

Page 320: ...products from yourdealer See Appearance Care in the Index Your Cadillac has a ba ec at clearc at paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and glossto the colored basecoat Always use waxes and poli...

Page 321: ...erial to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection FOREIGNIMATERbU Calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from indu...

Page 322: ...frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer oran underbodyvehicle washing system can do this for you I CHEMICALPAINT SPOTTING Someweather and atmospheric conditions can create achemical...

Page 323: ...S TAR AND ROAD OIL CHROME CLEANER REMOVES RUST AND AND POLISH CORROSION ON CHROME ANDSTAINLESSSTEEL WHITE SIDEWALL CLEANS WHITE AND TIRE CLEANER BLACK TIRES I VINYULEATHER CLEANER FABRIC CLEANER GLASS...

Page 324: ...ENERAL MOTORS MAKE 6 CADILIAC CARLINE SERIES I KD I SEDAN DEVILLE VIN BODY CODE BODY TYPE 5 69SEDAN4DOOR I PRODUCTION SEQUENCE NUMBER ASSEMBLYPLANT U HAMTRAMCK MICH MODELYEAR R 1994 CHECK DIGIT ENGINE...

Page 325: ...es of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify yourengine specifications and replacement parts SERVTCE PARTSIDE...

Page 326: ...ould Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attemptingto add anything electricalto your Cadillac see Servicing YourAir Bag Equipped Cadillac in the Index RetainedAccessory Power When you stop your C...

Page 327: ...ng without that is the same value youneed like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse Besure to use a fuse withthe same amperage rating number onit ie lOA 20A etc Replace it as soon as you ca...

Page 328: ...A R HDLP LO 10A L HDLPHI 1OA R HDLP HI 1OA IGN 3 10A LEFTFRONTSTRUT RIGHTFRONTSTRUT LEFTLOBEAMHEADLAMP RIGHTLOBEAMHEADLAMP LEFT HI BEAMHEADLAMP RIGHT HI BEAMHEADLAMP REARDEFOGGERRELAY ELECTRONICLEVELC...

Page 329: ...DERMODULE THEFT DETERRENT FUSE5 S OAMP HVAC LEFTANDRIGHTHEATED SEATS ELECTRONICLEVELCONTROL ELC TRUNK LIDPULLDOWN POWER ANTENNA REAR DEFOGGER LEFTANDRIGHTMIRRORDEFOGGERS FUSE6 60AMP STRG3 RETAINEDACCE...

Page 330: ...Trunk Compartment Fuse Block Pull the cover off to gain access 317...

Page 331: ...RAILER 20 AMP ANT I 1 0AMP MICRORELAY CENTER NOTEQUIPPED SPEEDSENSITIVESUSPENSION RSS DAMPER RELAY F REMOTE RADIO RECEIVER INSTRUMENTPANELCLUSTER RELAY CENTER RAP ILLUMINATEDENTRYMODULE NOT EQUIPPED C...

Page 332: ...now etc be sure toget it fixed Power Windowsand OtherPower Options Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows and other opens andcloses protecting thecircuit until the problemis fixe...

Page 333: ...Liter This engineutilizes an aluminum crankcasewith a separatealuminum lifter carrier andremovable castiron cylinder liners The cylinderheads ar emade of cast iron and feature intergralvalve seats and...

Page 334: ...eyedto thecrankshaft andthe driven sprocket is bolted to the camshaft Both the crankshaft gear and camshaft sprocket have locating marks to provide the correct valve timingand timing chain installatio...

Page 335: ...provide the four forward gear ratios and reverse Changing of the gear ratios is fully automatic and is accomplishedthrough the use of various electronicand mechanical requirements Four multiple disc c...

Page 336: ...the control arm The ball joint is connected tothe steering knuckle witha castellated nut and cotterpin ShortlLongArm Suspension SLA Your vehicle uses an independent short long arm rear suspension All...

Page 337: ...pension system alsoincorporates anew damping system knownas Speed SensingSuspension This system controls thedamping forces in the shock absorbers and struts in response tovarious road anddriving condi...

Page 338: ...r rack and pinion steering system has a rotary spool valve which directs hydraulic fluid comingfrom thepower steering pump to one side or the other side of the rack piston The integral rack piston is...

Page 339: ...CylinderHeads Cast Iron Intake Manifold Cast Aluminum Lifter Trpe Roller Hydraulic Intake Valve Head Diameter 45mm 1 772 in Exhaust Valve Head Diameter 38mm 1 496 in Pistons CastAluminum Firing Order...

Page 340: ...0 kPa Idle Speed ECM Controlled Filter Type Paper Type Element Fuel Pump Electric In Tank Fuel Required Premium Unleaded 91 Octane AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE Trade Name Hydra Matic4T60E Type 4 Speed Automati...

Page 341: ...efrigerants are the same If the airconditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure ask yourCadillac dealership FLUID CAPACITIES Transaxl...

Page 342: ...35 Serpentine Drive Belt 3538853 SurgeTank Cap AC Type RC 33 6410665 Thermostat 3528974 Lower RadiatorHose 3521237 TransFilter 8651909 TransPanGasket 8676250 Fuel Filter Element AC Type GF 624 UpperRa...

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Page 347: ...I We employ technicians certified bythe Nationallnstltutefor AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE Let usshow you theircredentials Catalog Number H 31 24 Part Number 3542659 B...

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Page 350: ...all day and night weekends and holidays THERE ARE NO MEMBERSHIP OR ENROLLMENT CHARGES Any Cadillac is eligible under this program ROADSIDE SERWCEA VAZLABILITY TYPE OF ASSISTANCE PhoneAdvisor Dealer Te...

Page 351: ...riod 48 Months or 50 000 Miles 80 000 Kilometers 0 EMERGENCYROAD SERVICE is performedon site for the following situations TOWING SERWCE BA ITF RYJUMP START LOCK OUTASSISTANCE FUELDELIVERY FLATTIRE CHA...

Page 352: ...kilometerswarranty period Items covered are hotel meals andrental car TRIP ROUTING Freetrip routingassistanceisavailable during the 48 months or 50 000 miles 80 000 kilometers warranty period Within...

Page 353: ...illac dealership retail labor rate with a 30 minute minimum There is also a charge for any parts used and a mileage feeif the technician travels beyond 30miles How Do YouPay For Roadside Service Payme...

Page 354: ...yond this radius we will arrange to have your car towed to the nearest Cadillac dealership How Do YouReach Roadside Service Dial the toll free Roadside Service number 11800 882 1112 An experienced Roa...

Page 355: ...ehicle is on a limitedaccess freewayorregulatedhighway theadvisor will arrangetotow your Cadillacto a safe location where servicecan be performed Additional assistancewillbe provided if necessary WIta...

Page 356: ...ice Center Any customer who has accessto a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter can communicate with Cadillac by dialing from the United States or Canada 1 800 TDD CMCC or 1 800 833 2622 daily 24 hour...

Page 357: ...Our Cadillac DealerTechnician networkis ready and ableto assist Cadillac customersat roakide 5eruce TOLL FREEHOTLINE 1 800 882 1112 8...

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Page 360: ...ct and deserve as a Cadillacowner Gold Key Courtesy Transportation helpsyou get where you need to be when your Cadillac is in the dealership for warranty service Every Cadillac dealer can helpmeet you...

Page 361: ...two or more hours of warranty repairsand must be kept overnight Your dealer will provide you with a courtesy vehicle if one is available However in some instances it may be necessary to arrange for a...

Page 362: ...ides shuttle service for same day warranty work Your Cadillac Dealer can get you where you need to be with minimal interruptionof your daily schedule Another optionis a taxi If the warranty repairsreq...

Page 363: ...Whenever possible schedule an appointment for your vehicle s warranty work Your CadillacDealer can then prepare to meet your alternative transportation needs and minimize inconveniencestypically asso...

Page 364: ...de insurance coverage and replenish the fuel used In many cases your own auto insurance policy may provide primary coverage for the courtesy vehicle similar to rental car agreements Please check with...

Page 365: ...e Shuttle Service Customer Charge Responsibility No charge No charge must provide insurance coverageand replenish fuel used No charge must provide insurance coverage and replenish fuel used If nodeale...

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Page 368: ...ntions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE Discussyour problem with a memberof dealersh...

Page 369: ...nel That is why wesuggest you followStep One first CUSTOMER ASSISTANCEFOR THEHEARING OR SPEECH IMPAIRED To assistownerswhohavehearingdifficulties Cadillachasinstalledspecial TelecommunicationDevices f...

Page 370: ...elationsCenter to determine whether any _ special policy adjustment program is applicable to your vehicle When you make an inquiry you will need to give the year model and mileage of your vehicleand y...

Page 371: ...levard Suite 800 Arlington Virginia22203 Telephone 1 800 955 5 100 To file a claim you will be asked to provide your name and address your Vehicle Identification Number VIN and astatement of the natur...

Page 372: ...tion to notifying General Motors of CanadaLtd You maywrite toTransportCanada at Box 8880 Ottawa Ontario K1G352 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Ca...

Page 373: ...eive the PSPs in periodic mailings shortly after they come out You can purchases a subscription by sendinga check or money order toCadillac Service Publications Post Office Box 07130 Detroit Michigan...

Page 374: ...ll take your name and mailing address The number to call is 1 800 551 4123 Copies at Participating Dealers Copies of Indexes and individual PSPs are atyour Cadillacdealership You can A VERY IMPORTANT...

Page 375: ...oncours Eldorado Seville Includes Book 1 2 Quick Reference Specifications Guide All Models 1994 H 3146 7 00 lgg4 and Prior CPCH 094 Order Form for Past Model Service Manuals FREE and CPCH 094 Order Fo...

Page 376: ...plete PSPs 20 00 rlodel Year and Later Product Service Publications can only be purchased individually INDIVIDUAL PRODUCT SERVICE PUBLICATIONS Refer to PSP Index for Form Number FORMNO EACH YEAR PRICE...

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Page 378: ...additional PSP costs 2 00 Please allow adequate time f o r postal service Handling Charge 3 50 NOTE Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name and also the name of the person to whos...

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Page 382: ...ner Filter Replacement 265 Air Conditioner 150 Air Outlets 150 Air System 150 Alarm How To Turn Off Theft 83 Alcohol Driving Under The Influence Of 177 Alcohol in Gasoline 249 AluminumWheels Cleaning...

Page 383: ...A 205 Block Heater Engine 89 Blowout Tire 249 Boat Towing A 207 Adjustment 279 Fluid 277 Master Cylinder 276 Parking 95 Pedal Travel 279 Brake System Anti Lock WarningLight 133 Brake SystemWarningLig...

Page 384: ...OilLevel 259 The Power SteeringFluid 273 The TransaxleFluid 266 Things Under The Hood 257 Your Restraint Systems 64 Your Safety Belt Systems 64 Checks ServiceStation See Maint Book Chemical PaintSpot...

Page 385: ...270 Coolant SafetyWarnings About 226 Coolant Heater Engine 89 CoolingSystem 228 Cooling System Service See Maint Book Cruise Control 109 Cruise Control ChangeSpeedWith 112 Cruise Control Get Out Of 1...

Page 386: ...icalEquipment Adding 158 313 Electronic Climate Control 151 Electronic Level Control Electronic SolarSensor Emergencies Braking In Emergencies SteeringIn Emergency Starting Discharged Emergency Towing...

Page 387: ...Fluid Brake 276 Power Steering 273 Transaxle 266 Windshield Washer 275 Fluid Capacities 328 Fluids Lubricants Recommended See Maint Book Fluid Usage Label 258 FM Stereo Radio Reception 157 Foam Type C...

Page 388: ...Heated Front Seat Feature 9 Heated Windshield 156 Heater 151 Heater Engine Block 89 Heater Engine Coolant 89 Height Adjuster Shoulder Belt 22 High Low Headlight Beam Switch 104 Highway Hypnosis 199 H...

Page 389: ...40 Information System On Instrument Panel 140 Inspection Tire 294 Instrument Panel 130 Instrument PanelWarningLights 132 Interior Cleaning 301 Interior Lights 116 Introduction See Front of Owner Info...

Page 390: ...ol 190 Low Battery What To Do About A 217 Low Oil Pressure Warning Light For 135 Lubricants Recommended See Maint Book M Maintenance See Maint Book A Word About See Maint Book Coupons See Maint Book E...

Page 391: ...ne 264 Oil LifeIndicator 148 Oil Quality 261 OilThickness Viscosity 262 Operating Record See Maint Book Operation in Foreign Countries 251 Outside Air 153 Outside Mirrors 125 Overdrive Automatic 93 Ov...

Page 392: ...ce Pull Down System Trunk 80 R Reverse Gear Position 92 Racing Shifting When Your Engine Is 92 Radiator Overheating 225 Radio Two Way Adding A 158 313 Radio Systems 157 Rain Driving In 193 Reaction Ti...

Page 393: ...fetyBelt Extender 64 Safety Belt Reminder Light 11 18 SafetyBelt Replacement Need For 64 SafetyBelt Use During Pregnancy 39 Safety Belt Usage By Adults 18 Safety Belt Usage By Children 46 SafetyBelts...

Page 394: ...lumn 97 ShiftingInto Park 96 ShiftingOut Of Park 98 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 22 Shoulder Belt TightnessAdjustment 24 Signaling Turns 105 S I R Air Bags 30 Skidding 190 SlipperySurfaces Driving On...

Page 395: ...ble Of Contents See Front of Owner Info Manual TaillightBulb Replacement 285 TapePlayer Care 174 Temperature Engine WarningLight 135 Theft 81 Theft Deterrent 82 Thermostat 273 Third Gear When To Use 9...

Page 396: ...an Driving 196 Used Oil How To Dispose Of 265 V Vanity Mirrors Front Seat 123 Vehicle Damage Warnings 2 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 311 Vehicle Storage 280 Vents 150 Vinyl Cleaning 305 VehicleSy...

Page 397: ...tsWork 13 WhyWearSafety Belts 11 Wiidow Express Down Driver s Side Windows Power Windshield Cleaning The Washer Washer Fluid Wipers WiperBlade Replacement Wipers If They Stop Winter Driving Working On...

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