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Summary of Contents for 1996 DeVille

Page 1: ... I DEVILLE DEVILLE CONCOURS I ...

Page 2: ...rmation and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions This section tellsyou what to do ifyou have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc Here the manual tells you how to keep your Cadillac running properly and looking good This section tells you how to contact Cadillac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications It also gives you...

Page 3: ...this manual in your Cadillac so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner canuse it Litho in U S A Part No 25637211B 0 First Edition WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH NationalInstitutefor AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian OwnersWho Pr...

Page 4: ...e PENALTY OF LEADERSHIP Cadillac Motor Car Co Detroit Mich 1 THIS TEXT APPEARED AS AN ADVERTISEMENT IN THE SATURDAY EVENING POST f JANUARY 1ND IN THE YEAR 1915 TI COPYRIGHT CADILIAC MOTOR CAR DIVISION iii ...

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Page 6: ...Craftsmanship A Creed Accuracy A Law The introductionof the first four cylinder engine in 1905 led the industry and enabled Cadillacs to travel at speeds up to 50 mph For attentionto quality and innovation the Royal AutomobileClub of England awarded the prestigious Dewar Trophy to Cadillac twice first in 1908for achieving perfect interchangeability of parts and again for introducing theelectricsel...

Page 7: ...the World In 1909Cadillac was purchasedby the then new General Motors Corporation Convenience cleanliness and all weather comfort were greatly enhancedin 1910when Cadillac became the first manufacturerto offer closed bodies as standard equipment The Penaltyof Leadership frrst appearedin the January 2 1915issue of The Saturday EveningPost as an expression of the Caddac commitment to leadership qual...

Page 8: ...st car to be designed by a stylist 1927 LaSalle Harley Earl The 30s witnessed production of the powerful smooth and quiet V12 and V16 engines The crisp contemporary lines of the 1938 60 Special series ushered in a new era in styling W Vld Engine During World War11 shortly after Pearl Harbor Cadillacdiscontinued car production for the fist time since 1902 in orderto construct light tanks combat veh...

Page 9: ... beautiful clean lined styling iscertainly elegant beyond compare its new interior luxury provides a feeling ofelegance that can be sensed nowhere else in the world of motor cars And even its new performance smooth quiet and effortless might be summarized as elegance in motion Once you have seen and driven it for yourself we think you will agree that the word is elegance and that the car is Cadill...

Page 10: ...suspension memory seat automatic electric door locks transistor radio a brushed stainless steel roof and low profile tires 1957Eldorado Brougham The Eldorado introduced in 1953 was redesigned for 1967 as thefirst front wheel drive personal luxury car The 472 cu in V8 engine used in all Cadillacs in 1968 and 1969 was enlarged to500 cu in for all 1970 through 1976 Eldorados The Track Master computer...

Page 11: ...the Year Motor Trend Ten Best List Car Driver Carof the Year Automobile Magazine The year 1993 saw the introduction of the Northstar system The state of the art system includes the 32 valve dual overhead camshaft Northstar 4 6 liter V8 engine 4T80 E electronically controlled automatic transaxle road sensing suspension speed sensitive steering anti lock brakes and traction control j c bi For more t...

Page 12: ...manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were toignore the warning IA CAUTION These mean thereis something thatcouldhurt you or other peonle In the caution area we tell you whatthe hazard is Then we tell you what todo to hel...

Page 13: ...ered by your warranty andit could be costly I m But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the NOTICE damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle I and NOTICE warnings in dBerent colors or in different words I I You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the samewords CAUTION orNOTICE xii ...

Page 14: ... important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven DOOR LOCK UNLOCK POWER WINDOW These symbols have to do with your lights SIGNALS TURN WARNING A HAZARD FLASHER FOG LAMPS 0 These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER VENTILATING FAN These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights COOLANT TEMP CHARGING I 1 BAllERY SYSTEM BRAKE a COOLANT a ENGINEOIL w PRESS...

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Page 16: ...some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the power seats how to adjust them and also about reclining front seatbacks memory seats lumbar adjustments heated seats and head restraints Power Seats The power seat controls move and adjust the angle of the seat and they are located on the front doors 1 1 ...

Page 17: ...control is located on the outboard side of each front seat It provides additional support to your lower back and it works independently of the other seat controls Use the power seat control first to get the proper position Then proceed with the lumbar adjustment To reshape the lower seatback move the LUMBAR switch forward to increase support and rearward to decrease support Move theLUMBAR switch s...

Page 18: ...ogrammed to allow easy exit for up to two drivers Adjust the seat to a comfortable exit position and press the SET button followedby the EXIT button Withinfive seconds press the MEMORY button 1 A second exit position may be programmed by repeating the above steps and pressing the MEMORY button 2 instead of button 1 Be aware that the exit recall does not remember any recline positions While your ve...

Page 19: ...Heated Front Seat Option The controlis located on the outboard sideof each front seat Move the SEAT HEAT control to either LO or HI ...

Page 20: ...the frontcushion and adjust the seatback to where you want it Release the lever to lock the seatback in place Pullup on the leverand the seat will return to its full upright position If you have the power recliner option press the RECLINER control forwardor rearward to adjust the seatback 1 5 ...

Page 21: ...b because it won t beagainst yourbody Instead itwill be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do itsjob either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would bethere not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright T...

Page 22: ...eriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too Your vehicle has a light that comes on asa reminder to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if yo...

Page 23: ...Why Safety Belts Work When youride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes t I Take the simplestvehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels I Put someone on it ...

Page 24: ... i Get itup tospeed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 9 ...

Page 25: ...t panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more timeto stop You stop overmore distance and your strongest bonestake the forces That s why safety beltsmake such good sense 1 1n ...

Page 26: ...lts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re ina vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions wear safety belts If I m a good driver andI never drive far from A You may be an excellent driver but if you ...

Page 27: ...lled Children Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll wantto know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driverhas a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close andlock the door 3 Pick up thelatch plateand pullthe belt across you Don t let it...

Page 28: ...se button on the buckleis positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to The lappart of the belt should be worn low and snugon the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious ...

Page 29: ...ster to where you wantit try to move it down without squeezing the release handle to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the heightso that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment Your car has a shoulder belt tightness adjustment feature If the shoulder...

Page 30: ...tset and you ll have to start again A 5 Now you can add a small amountof slack Lean forward slightly then sit back If you ve added more than 1 inch 25 mm of slack pullthe shoulder belt out as you did before and start again If you move around in the vehicle enough or if you pull out the shoulder belt the belt will become tight again If this happens you can reset it 1 15 ...

Page 31: ...e nearly as muchprotection this way A CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder beltshould fit against your body Don t allow more than1 inch 25 mm o f slack 1 16 ...

Page 32: ... buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt wouldgo up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle yourbelt into thebuckle nearest you A The belt is buckled in the wrong place 1 17 ...

Page 33: ... seriouslyinjured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm Ina crash your body wouldmove too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 18 ...

Page 34: ... acrossthe body IA CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straightso it can work properly orask your dealer to fix it 1 19 ...

Page 35: ...elt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt andyour vehicle Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR System This partexplainsthe Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR system or air bag system lour Cadillac has two air bags one air bag for the driver and another airbag for the right front passenger 1 20 ...

Page 36: ...in rollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes Everyone inyour vehicle including the driver should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there san air bag for that person Air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you re too close to an inflating air bag it couid seriouslyinjure you Safety belts help keep you in position for an air bag inflation in a crash Always...

Page 37: ...e system checks the air bag s electrical systemfor malfunctions The light tells you if there isan electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air Bag SystemWorks Where is the air bag The driver sairbag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 22 ...

Page 38: ...thingon or attachanything to the steering wheel or instrument panel Also don t put anything such as pets or objects between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel If something is betweenan occupant and an air bag it could affect the performance of the airbag or worse it could cause injury 1 23 ...

Page 39: ...at makes an air bag inflate In a frontal or near frontal impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is suddenly stopping as a result of a crash The sensing system triggers a chemical reaction of the sodium azide sealed in the inflator The reaction produces nitrogen gas which inflates the air bag The inflator air bag and related hardware are all part of the ai...

Page 40: ...out of thevehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door Your vehicle hasa feature thatwill automatically unlock the doors andtum the interior lamps on when theair bag inflates if battery poweris available Butif you want to you can lock the doors again and turnthe interior lamps off by using the door lock and interior lamp controls m many crashes severe enough to ...

Page 41: ...everal places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your Cadillac dealer and the Cadillac service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the a i rbag system To purchase a service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index IA CAUTION For up to 10seconds after theignition key is turned offand the batteryis disc...

Page 42: ... best wayto protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurtin a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effectiveis wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position The right frontpassenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt See Driver Position earlier in this se...

Page 43: ...le has a front split seatand a rearbench seat someone can sit in the center positions When you sit ina center seating positisn you have a lap safety belt whichhasno retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt 1 28 ...

Page 44: ... quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in therear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear...

Page 45: ...ore slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it F ull up on thelatch plate to make sure it is secure If the beltis not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the endof this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle t...

Page 46: ...ouching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvicbones And you d be less likely to slide underthe lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 1 31 ...

Page 47: ...very quickly outof the retractor IA CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt shouldfit against your body L To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 1 32 ...

Page 48: ...ld always be restrained in a child or infant restraint The instructions for the restraint will say whether itis the right type and size for your child A very young child ship bones are so smallthat a regular belt might not stay low on the hips as it should Instead thebelt will likely beover the child s abdomen In a crash thebelt would apply force right on the child s abdomen which could cause seri...

Page 49: ...sh During a crash a baby will becomeso CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued heavy youcan t hold it For example ina crash at only 25 mph 40 kdh a 124b 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110kg forceon your arms The baby would bealmost impossible to hold Securethe baby in an infant restraint p 1 34 ...

Page 50: ...cs show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraintin the front passenger seat Here s why IA CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is bec...

Page 51: ...seatmoved all the way back Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind thatan unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even whenno child isin it Top Strap If your child restraint has a top strap it should be anchored If you needto ha...

Page 52: ...ns were specifically designed for this vehicle Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if thechild restrainthas one 1 2 3 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructionssay Pick up the latch plate and run the lap...

Page 53: ...f needed If the shoulder beltgoes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind thechild restraint 4 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the releasebutton is positioned so you would be ableto unbuckle the safety belt quicklyif you everhad to 38 ...

Page 54: ...child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear SeatPosition You ll be usingthe lap belt A CAUTION A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured by the rightfront passenger air bag if it inflates Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat It s always better to secure achild restraint in the rearseat You may however secure a forward facing chi...

Page 55: ...the childin the child restraint as the instructionssay 4 Run the vehicle s safety belt throughor ar0 1the restraint The child restraint instructions will ow you how 5 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would beable to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 6 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint ...

Page 56: ... child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why A CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the backof a rear facing c...

Page 57: ...t Follow the instructions for the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or aroundthe restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s faceor neck putit behind the child restraint 5 Buckle the belt ...

Page 58: ... Push and pull the child restraint in different retractor while you push down on the child restraint directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety beltand let it go back all theway The safety belt will movefreely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 43 ...

Page 59: ...belt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrainedin the rear seat But they need to use the safety belts properly Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in Children who aren t buckled up can strike other a crash people who are Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts 1 44 ...

Page 60: ...elt but thechild is so small that the shoulder belt is very close tothe child s faceor neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child isso small thatthe shoulder belt is still very close to the child s faceor neck you might w...

Page 61: ... thisway in a crash thechild might slide underthe belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones ina crash 1 46 ...

Page 62: ... keep a safety belt system from doing itsjob have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one rightaway I Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repairedor replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If...

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Page 64: ...orking properly and whatto do i fyou have a problem Keys A CAUTION Leaving youngchildren in a vehicle withthe ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badlyinjured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make thevehicle move If they turned the ignition to on and moved the shift lever out of PARK P that would release the parking brake D...

Page 65: ...ther than a knock out plug Your dealer or qualified locksmith can make extra ignition keysby reading thebar code tag There are 15alternative ignitionPASS Key I Iblanks to help discourage theft Keep the bar code tag andthe door key plugs in a safe place If you lose your keys you will beable to have new ones made using the plug or bar code tag I NOTICE Your Cadillac has a number of new features that...

Page 66: ...ou drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your door key If your vehicle has the optional theft deterrent system unlock the doors with the keyor Keyless Entry system This will avoid setting off the alarm Slide the lock lever down to lock thedoor from the inside To unlock the door slide the lock lever up Central Door Unlocking System Your vehic...

Page 67: ...op the vehicle and move the shift lever into PARK P If someone needs to get out while your vehicle is not in PARK P have that person use the manual or power lock When thedoor is closed again it will not lock automatically Use the manualor power lock to lock the door again Programmable Automatic Door Locks With the ignition in the RUN position the door locks can be programmed through the Driver Inf...

Page 68: ... out of PARK P and keeps the doors locked when you shift back into PARK P A yes or no response must be programmed when a prompt is displayed A yes response selects the prompt and a no response displays the next prompt When you finish programming the door locks the next prompt to appear is for the vehicle storage mode For more information on vehicle storage see Battery Guard Storage laterin this se...

Page 69: ... door lock switch for three seconds or longer Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle open the door set the locks from the inside get out and close the door from the outside Keyless Entry System With this feature you can lock and unlock the doors unlock thetrunk openthe fuel door and turn on your vehicle s interiorlam s 4from up to 30 feet 9 tn Your Keyless Entry system is intended to ...

Page 70: ... on the interior lamps at night 8 When you pressthis symbol to lock the doors the parking lamps will blink once This also armsthe optional theft deterrent system Press this symbol to open the t r u n k Press this button to open the fuel door The Keyless Entry transmitter can alsobe used to recall the memory seats for up to two drivers Formore information see Memory Seat in the Index Note that pres...

Page 71: ...ill not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your key chain transmitter should last about four years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitterwon t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the batte...

Page 72: ...ou can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the trunklid open or if electrical wiringor other cableconnections must pass through theseal between the body and the trunk lid Make sure allwindows are shut f i r n the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on AUTO or ECON and the temperature between 65 F 18OC and 85 F...

Page 73: ...ty Override Pressing theVALET button located insideof the glove box will disable the use of the t r u n k fuel door and garage door opener Pressing this button again I will make these features i reusable Locking the glove box with thedoor key I will also helpto secure your vehicle Note that the Keyless Entry transmitter can not be used to open the trunkor fuel door if the VALET button is pressed i...

Page 74: ...ssional thieves so don t do it When you park your Cadillac and open the driver s door you ll heara chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel willbe locked andso will your ignition and transaxle And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your va...

Page 75: ...t system won t activate if you lock thedoors with a key or use the manual door lock It activates onlyif you use a power door lock switch or the Keyless Entry system To avoid activating the alarm by accident I 0 The vehicle shouldbe locked with the door key after the doorsare closed if you don t wantto activate the theft deterrent system 0 Always unlock a door with a key or use the Keyless E n t r ...

Page 76: ...always activate the optional theft deterrent system when leaving your vehicle PASS Key I Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS KeyI1 theft deterrent system PASS Key I1 is a passive system The system is armed when the key is removed from the ignition PASS Key 1 1uses a resistor pellet in the ignition keythat is readby a decoder module in your vehicle If the key resistor matches the code stored in ...

Page 77: ...vicing Your vehicle will restart if you turnit off however your vehicle may be unprotected See your Cadillacdealer for service If an ignition key is lost or damaged seeyour Cadillac dealer or a locksmithto have a new key made New Vehicle CLBreak In NOTICE Your modern Cadillacdoesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Don t drive at ...

Page 78: ...ndshield wipers when the engine is off To get intoACCESSORY push in the key and turn it toward you The steering wheel will remain locked just as it was before you inserted the key LOCK B Before you put the key in the ignition will be in theLOCK position Thisis the only positionin which you can remove the key This position locks the ignition steering wheel and transaxle It sa theft deterrent featur...

Page 79: ...our vehicle isstopped 1 Without pushing the accelerator pedal turnyour ignition key to START When the enginestarts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding yourkey in STARTfor longer than 15seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor r 2 If it doesn t start right away hold your...

Page 80: ...roperly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the partof this manualthat tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Engine Coolant Heater Option Canada Only In very cold weather 0 F 18O C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plug...

Page 81: ...If the cord won t reach usea heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 After you ve used the coolant heater be sureto store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside temperature the kind of oil you have and some other things Ins...

Page 82: ... out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leaveyour vehicle whenthe engineis running unless you have to If you have left the engine running thevehicle canmove suddenly You or otherscould be injured To be sureyour vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground alwaysset your parking brake and move the shi...

Page 83: ...ole models as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever on floor shift console models See Shifting Out of PARK P in this section REVERSE R Use this gear to back up I NOTICE 1 Shiftingto REVERSE R while your vehicleis moving forward could damage your transaxle Shift to REVERSE R only afteryour vehicle h...

Page 84: ...RAL N with the engine racing isn t coveredby your warranty OVERDRIVE a This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than35 mph 55km h push the accelerator pedal about haliivay down Going about35mph 55k m h or more push the accelerator all the way down The transaxle will shift down to the next gear and have more power NOTICE If your vehicle seemsto st...

Page 85: ...ft intoSECOND 2 unless you are going slower than 65 rnph 105 kdh or you can damage your engine FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power than SECOND 2 You can use itonvery steep hills or in deep snowor mud If the shift lever is put in FIRST l the transaxle won t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough I NOTICE If your front wheels can t rotate don t try to drive This m...

Page 86: ...AKE indicator light stays on See Parking Brake Indicator Light in the Index for more information When you moveout of PARK P or NEUTRAL N if the engine isrunning the parking brake should release If it doesn t you can manually release the parking brake Reach under the driver s side of the instrument panel and pull on the manual release lever which is located above the parking brake pedal If the park...

Page 87: ...nd areparking on a hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index This section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P A CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shiftlever is not fully inPARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehiclecan roll If you have leftthe engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be...

Page 88: ...ike this Pull the lever toward you r r e 3 4 5 Move the lever up as far as it will go W i t h your right foot still holding the brake pedal down set the parking brake Move the ignition key to LOCK Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P 2 25 ...

Page 89: ...ld the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pullingit toward you If youcan it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle intoPARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it diffi...

Page 90: ...ke application Then move the shift lever into the gear youwant If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the keyto OFF Open andclose the driver s door to turn o f f the Retained Accessory Power feature 2 Apply and hold the brake until the endof Step4 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear 5 Have the vehicle fixed as...

Page 91: ...with all the windows downto Have your vehicle fixed immediately or different modified improperly blow out anyCO and Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever haveto here are some things to know A CAUTION Idling the engine with the air system control off could allowdangerous exhaust into your vehicle seethe earlier Caution under Engine E...

Page 92: ...thers could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake after you movethe shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parkingon a hill and if you re pullinga trailer also see Towinga Trailer in the Index Windows Power Windows The controls are...

Page 93: ...tureis present on the driver s power window Pressing the control rearward will lower the window completely If you want to stop the window as it is lowering pressthe control forward Press the control forwardto raise the window Pressing the right side of the switch disables the rear passenger window controls This is a useful feature when you have children as passengers Pressing theleft side of the s...

Page 94: ...urn Signal Multifunction Lever lhrn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward for right and two downward for left positions These positions allowyou to signal aturn or a lane change To signal a turnmove the levera l l the way upor down The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete A green mow on the instrument panel will flash in the directionof the turn or lane change Rai...

Page 95: ... and then releaseit to change the headlamps from low beam to highor fromhigh beam to low The blue light on the instrument panel willbe on indicating high beam usage Flash To Pass This letsyou use the high beam headlampsto signal the driver in frontof you that you want to pass It works even if the headlamps are off Pull the turn signal lever toward you to use When you do 0 If the headlampsare off t...

Page 96: ...er speed fora long or short delay between wipes with this setting Move the band to the DELAY position The closeryou move itto LO the shorter the delay OFF T u r n the band toOFF to turn off the wipers Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosenor thaw them If the blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts ...

Page 97: ... whenyou turn the ignitionon as a reminder that Rainsense is active The windshield wipers also remain ina high park position even when the ignition is turnedOFF The Rainsense wipers operate in a delay mode aswell as a continuous low or high speed depending on the amount of moisture and the sensitivitylevel The MIST and wash cycles operate as normal and are not effected by the Rainsense function NO...

Page 98: ...OTICE Continued Fill your washer fluid tank only 3 1 4full when it s very cold This allowsfor expansion whichcould damage the tankif it is completely full windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Don t use radiator antifreezein your Press and hold the PUSH paddle to wash the windshield Release the paddle when you have enough fluid The wipers willclear the windshield and either ...

Page 99: ... a steady speed So don t use your cruisecontrol on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control canbe dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fastchanges in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could losecontrol Don t usecruise controlon slippery roads If your vehicleis in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheelspin the cruise control will aut...

Page 100: ...ingcruise you might hita button and go into cruisewhen you don t want to You could bestartied and evenlose control Keep the cruise control switchOFF u n t i lyou want to use it 2 Accelerate tothe speed you want 1 Move the cruise control switch toON 4 Remove yourfoot from the accelerator pedal 2 37 ...

Page 101: ...to go faster don t hold the switch at RJA Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to increase your speed Here s the first 1 Use the accelerator pedal togo to a higherspeed 2 Push the button atthe endof the lever and then release the buttonand the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed Here s the second wayto increase speed 0 Move the cruise switch from ON to...

Page 102: ...uise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well yourcruise control will work on hills depends upon yourspeed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have tostep on the accelerator pedalto maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of...

Page 103: ...lamps will automatically turn on after several seconds of wiper activation Headlamps Wiper Activated Headlamps This feature activates the headlamps and parking lamps after the windshield wipers have been in use for approximately 20 seconds In order to operate the wiper activated headlamps the twilight sentinel mustbe in theon position This feature lights the wayin poor weather and it also makes yo...

Page 104: ...brightness will beon No other exterior lamps such as the parking lamps taillamps etc will be on when theDRL are being used Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When it s dark enough outside the low beam headlamps at reduced intensity will change to normal low beam headlamp operation When it s bright enough outside the regular lamps will go off and the low beam headlamps changeto the reduce...

Page 105: ...ht the lamps will remain on for approximately three minutes after the ignition has been turned to the OFF or LOCK position If you move the controlso it isjust on the lamps will go off quickly when you turn the ignition switch outof RUN You can adjust the delay time from only a few seconds to three minutes Light Sensor The lightsensor for theDRL and the twilight sentinel is located inthe centerof t...

Page 106: ... the way clockwise will turn on the interior lamps Lamp Monitors The rear taillamp monitors are located at the top center of the back glass You will see them as you look through the inside rearview mirror The two red indicators will illuminate to show that the taillamps and brake lamps are working Illuminated Entry System The illuminated entry system turns on the courtesy lamps and the backlightin...

Page 107: ...em off If the reading lamps are left on they automatically shut off 10minutes after the ignition has been turnedoff Courtesy Lamps DeVille Only The courtesy lamps are located in the roof in the rear seat These lamps come on with the lampknobor when any door is opened and it is dark outside These lamps are located in the overhead panel Press the button to turn them on Press it again toturn them off...

Page 108: ...two seconds Press the RESET button to answer yes and press the INFORMATION button to indicatea no response The first prompt to appear relates to the automatic doo locks This feature can be bypassed by pressing the INFORMATION button The STORAGE MODE prompt appears next To select press the RESET button ENABLE STORAGE MODE will then appear A yes or no response must be given If the INFORMATION no but...

Page 109: ...amps behindyou A photocell on the backof the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside Another photocell builtinto the mirror surface senses when headlamps are behind you At night when the glare is too high the mirror will gradually darkento reduce glare this change may take a few seconds The mirror will return to its clear daytime state when the glare is reduced ...

Page 110: ... an indicator lightto show it is on Press the button to turn the automatic feature off Reverse GearDay Mode The reverse mode is another important feature of the automatic mirror When the shift lever is placed in REVERSE R the mirrorchanges to the day mode This givesyou a bright image in the mirror as you back up Cleaning Photocells Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the front and rear ph...

Page 111: ...s built into them i r r o r surface to sense headlamps behindyou Setting the Sensitivity r OFF This setting turns off the day night function and compass The mirror will stay in the day mode M This turns on the day night portion of the mirror to automatically reduce glare C M This setting turns on the compass in addition to the day night function The letter or letters displayed in the top rightcome...

Page 112: ...calibrated it does not need to be recalibrated To calibrate the compass 1 Set the switch onthe mirrorcontrol toC M 2 Turn the vehicleignition switch on Theletter C should be displayed in the mirror compass window If not hold the CAL switch on the bottom of the mirror formore than 10 seconds and the letter C will appear Tohold in the CAL switch insert a paper clip into the small hole on the bottom ...

Page 113: ...ation on the zone map Note the zone number 2 Hold in the CAL switch onthe bottom of the mirror housing for five seconds until the current zone entry number appears in the display To hold in theCAL switch insert a paper clip into the small hole on the bottom of the mirror housing 3 Press theCAL switch until the number for the new zone entryis displayed Once thedesired zone number is displayed stop ...

Page 114: ...w Mirror Option The driver s side outside mirror will adjust for the gla of headlamps behind you This feature is controlled by the on and off settings on the electrochromic mirror See Electrochromic Daymight Rearview Mirror earlier in this section Convex OutsideMirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see morefiom the driver s seat This mirror do...

Page 115: ...orage compartment on the passenger s door This featureis available on vehicles with leather interiors only Front Storage Armrest The front storage area comes with a coinholder a storage compartmentfor CD sor tapes and a dual cupholder that unfolds for use Rear Storage Armrest Option Your vehicle may be equipped with a rear seat armrest which includes an open storage compartment and a dual cupholde...

Page 116: ...an this ashtray lift it out by pulling on the snuffer If the ashtray will not come o try reaching under it and gently pressup on the ashtray bowl to remove it To use the rear ashtray lift the lid NOTICE Don t put papersor other flammable items into your ashtrays Hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them causing a damaging fire The netis not for larger heavier loads Store them in ...

Page 117: ... this section NOTICE Don t holda cigarette lighterin with your hand while itis heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the Iighter and the heating element Sun Visors Swing down the visor to block out glare It can also be detached from the center mount and moved to the side while the auxiliary sunshade remains to bl...

Page 118: ...ler installation of a Cadillac dual mode analog TDMA cellular telephone A fixed mobileor a portable hand held system may be available for purchase Either system will have steering wheel telephone controls and will have information output through the DIC Voice activation and hands free operation are standard features For more information contact your Cadillac dealer A user s guideis provided with t...

Page 119: ... the switch rearward and release to express open the glass panel and sunshade The sunshade can also be opened by hand If you want to stop the roof in a partially opened position press the switch in either direction Press and release the switch again to open it fully Press and hold the switch forward to close the glass panel The sunshade can only be closed by hand To vent press the switch forward w...

Page 120: ...ur vehicle s battery and charging system This device complies withP a r t 15of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must acceptany interference received including interference that may cause undesired operatio Programming the Transmitter Do not usethe universal transmitter with any garage door opener t...

Page 121: ...iversal transmitter Continue to hold both buttons through Step4 4 Hold down bothbuttons untilyou see the red light on the universal transmitter flash rapidly and then stop The rapid flashing which could take up to 90 seconds indicates that the universal transmitter has been programmed Release both buttons once the light starts to flash rapidly If you have trouble programming the universal transmit...

Page 122: ...tted Note that the effective transmission range of the universal transmitter may differ from the hand held transmitter and from one channel to another Also note that the universal transmitter is disabled when the VALET button insideo f the glove box is activated For more information see Security Override earlier in this section Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the ...

Page 123: ...The Instrument Panel Your Information System 2 60 ...

Page 124: ...nentsof the instrument panel are 1 AirOutlets 2 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 Driver Information Center Control Buttons 4 Driver s SideAir Bag 5 Cluster 6 Steering Column Shift Lever 7 ElectronicClimateControls 8 AudioSystem 9 Passenger s Side Air Bag 10 LampControls 11 Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Climate Control 12 Hood Release 13 Horn 14 Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Audio System 1...

Page 125: ...United States versionshown Canadian similar 2 62 ...

Page 126: ...om injury Warning lights comeon when there maybe or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the enginejust to let you know they re working If you are familiar with thissection you should notbe alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of yo...

Page 127: ...ich shows AIR BAG The system checks the air bag selectrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensors the air bag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag in the Index AIR BAG You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn you...

Page 128: ...r part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away BRAKE This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition keyto RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixedso it will be ready to warn youif there s a problem If the light comes on while you ar...

Page 129: ...brake doesn t release fully If it stayson after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem Parking Brake Indicator Light PARK BRAKE This light comes on when the parkingbrake is set and it will stay on if the parking brake does not fully release If you try to drive off with the parking brake set this light will remain on This lightshould also come on briefly as you start...

Page 130: ... or comes on again while you re driving your Cadillac needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on you don t have anti lock brakes and there s a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light earlierin this part The anti lockbrake system warning light ...

Page 131: ...ed by a n If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended periodof time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service Engine TemperatureWarning Light This red light tells you that your engine has overheated You should stop the car and turn the engine off assoon as possible A warning chime should also sound if this light comes on As a check the light sho...

Page 132: ...ice technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keepdrivingyour vehicle with this light on aftera while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may notrun as smoothly This could leadto costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty This light should come on as a checkto show youit is working when the ignition is...

Page 133: ...s your engine starts to run out of fuel your enginemay not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire The system can detect this Adding fuel should correct this condition Make sure to install thefuel capproperly It will takea few driving trips to turn the lightoff If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On...

Page 134: ...efull tank of the proper fuelto turnthe light off If none of theabove steps have made the light turn off have yourdealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Yourdealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic toolsto fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure The light goes on when y...

Page 135: ... warranty Fuel Gage GAL 2 I PREMIUM UNLEADED FUEL ONLY The fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in thetank It works only when the ignition is in the RUN position If the fuellevel is within approximatelytwo gallons 7 6 L of being full the letterF is shown If the fuel level is between one and two gallons 3 8 and 7 6L from being empty the letter E is shown If the fuel supply gets downto app...

Page 136: ... the gage readsE gage said For example the gage read 8 GALLONS but it took more or less than the tank s remaining capacity to fiil it The gage may change when you turn stop or speed up Fuel Data Panel The fuel data panel tells you all you need toknow about the fuel economy andhow far you can travelwith the fuel remaining Press theAVG button to display the average mile per gallon AVG MPG You can al...

Page 137: ...vel with the fuel thatis in the tank The computer does not know what driving conditions will be like forthe restof your trip so the range is estimated based on the recent fuel economy Therefore the range reading may change as your driving habits change Going from city to highway driving may increase the range reading If the range display shows LO you should stop for fuel as soon as possible Your c...

Page 138: ...G MPG FUEL USED AVG MPH OIL LIFE LEFT ENGINE RPM BATTERY VOLTS and COOLANT TEMP TIMER This featureis like a stopwatch in that you can clock the timeit takes to get from one point to another To operate press the TIMER button until TIMER 0O OO OO is displayedon the DIC Each of the fields for the hours minutes and seconds are two numeric digits Once TIMEROFF 0O OO OO is displayed press the TIMER butt...

Page 139: ... the message which is only displayed in English A C OFF FOR ENGINE PROTECTION 16 This message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature To avoid added strain on a hot engine the air conditioning compressor is automatically turned off so that air conditioned air is not delivered If the coolant temperature returnsto normal you must select AC to return to a...

Page 140: ...s You can monitor battery voltage on the DIC by pressing the INFORMATION button The normal range is 11 5 to 15 5volts BRAKE VACUUM PROBLEM 108 The circurrin the brake booster vacuum has shorted or is loose when this message appears Your vehicle may lose power brakes but you willstill have the use of manual brakes The power brakes will not be affected if the problem is caused by a failed sensor Hav...

Page 141: ...d oilif necessary See Engine Oil in the Index CHECK WASHER FLUID 25 This message will appear for several seconds indicating that you need washer solvent CRUISE ENGAGED 43 This message will appear for a few secondswhen you select a speed at which to cruise DOOR OPEN 141 The passenger s dooris open or ajar when this message appears The vehicle s engine must be running and the transaxle not in PARK P...

Page 142: ...lized Automotive Security System PASS Key 1 1 is unableto read the pelleton the ignition key or an improper key pellet has been inserted Wait for the DIC to display STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM REMOVE IGNITION KEY The instrument panel cluster will then run a timer and change the messages to WAIT 3 MINUTES WAIT 2 MINUTES WAIT1 MINUTE and then START CAR When the REMOVEKEY message is display...

Page 143: ...etected when this message displays See your Cadillac dealership for service SERVICE FUEL SYSTEM 101 The PCM has detecteda problem within the fuel system when this message appears See your Cadillac dealership for service SERVICE IDLE CONTROL SYSTEM 107 A problem with the idle control has occurred when this message displays Bring your vehicle to your Cadillac dealership for service SERVICE IGNITION ...

Page 144: ... SYSTEM PROBLEMlCAR MAY NOT RESTART 34 This message means there is a problem in the Personalized Automotive Security System PASS Key 11 A fault hasbeen detected in the system which means thatthe PASS Key I1 system is disabled and is not protectingthe vehicle The vehicle usually restarts however you may want to take your vehicle to proper service center before turning off the engine TOP SPEED FUEL ...

Page 145: ...ally turns off and the Electronic Climate Control will automatically switch om AUTO to AC and remain there Have the A C iystem serviced ifthis message appears Traction Active When your traction control systemis limiting wheel spin the TRACTION ACTIVE message will be displayed Slippery road conditions may exist if this message is displayed so adjust your driving accordingly This message will stay o...

Page 146: ...way The system should indicate changing the oil between 3 000 miles 5 000 km and 7 500miles 12500km It may indicate changing the oil before 3 000 miles 5 000 km depending onyour driving habits If the vehicle has beendriven 7 500miles 12 500km it will indicate to change the oil If you drive in a dusty area you shouldchange your oilevery 3 000 miles 5000 km or three months whichever comes first unle...

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Page 148: ...ut the particular systems supplied with your vehicle Comfort Controls This section tellsyou how to make your air system work for you Your comfort control system uses ozone friendly R 134a refrigerant With these systems you can control the heating cooling and ventilation in your Cadillac Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section 3 1 ...

Page 149: ... the instrument panel near the windshield This sensor is used by the automatic system to regulate temperature Tofind your comfort zone start with 75 F 24 C setting allow about 20 minutes for the system to regulate Press the red or blue temperature buttons to adjust the temperature if necessary If you choose60 F 16 C the systemwill remain at that maximum cooling setting and will not regulate fan sp...

Page 150: ...except for recirculation and defrost Each ignition cycle cancels recirculation whereas DEFROST will change to AUTO when the ignition is shut off and then turned back on Manual Operation RECIRCULATION Press this button to limit the amount of fresh air enteringyour vehicle This is helpful when you are trying to cool the air quickly or limit odor enteringyour vehicle In theAUTO mode the system will u...

Page 151: ... blower may not run in the maximum high fan speed right away The system checks the temperature of the enginecoolant to assure itis warm enough to provide heat When the enginecoolantis w m the controller allows the fan to gradually increase to a higher speed This prevents cold air from blowing into the passenger compartment If you want the blower fan ata high speed press the up arrow button until y...

Page 152: ...le to cool down Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best Press theAUTO ECON button to assist in cooling air and in maintaining proper airflow Adjust the temperature to a comfortable setting by pressing the blue button to cool your vehicle andpressing the red button towarm your vehicle Press the fan button arrows up or down to adjust the fan speed When the aircondition...

Page 153: ...e floor outlets The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it VentilationSystem Your Cadillac s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving Outside airwill also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running I The front outlets are located in the center and at each side of the instrument panel You can adju...

Page 154: ...en youenter a vehicle in cold weather adjust the fan to the highest speed for a few moments before driving off This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of the windows Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps circulate air throughout your vehicle Heated Windshield Option The heated windshield will remove ice or fr...

Page 155: ... are legal Do not use theDE ICE button if your vehicle hasa cracked windshield A crack will not allow the system to function properly Have the windshield repaired before using the DE ICE button again Defogging and Defrosting On cool humiddays use DEFOG to keep the windshield andside windows clear Use DEFROST to remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in extremely humidorcold conditions Press...

Page 156: ... the inside of your rear window could cut and damage the heating grids Your warranty would not cover this damage And don t put decals there you might have to scrape them off Steering WheelControlsfor Climate Control Some heating and cooling controls canbe adjusted at the steering wheel Other touch controls operate some audio controls See Steering Wheel Controls for Audio System later in this secti...

Page 157: ... out of the advanced engineering that went intoit Setting the Clock Press and holdHR or MN until the time display begins to change Release the button as you get close to the correct time The time may be set anytime the clock is displayed There is a two second delay before the clock goes into time set mode AM FM Stereo with Cassette TapePlayer DeVille Only FMI FW MN Also available isan Active Audio...

Page 158: ...l appearon the display Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds Theradio wil1 go to a station stop f0r afew seconds then go on to the next station Press this button again to stopscanning PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations sixAM six FM1 and sixFM2 1 Press AM FM1 or FM2 to select the band 2 Find the station you want...

Page 159: ...otusing them Playing a Cassette Tape With the radio on insert a cassette tape The tape will begin playingas soon asit is inserted While the tape is playing use the VOL FADE BAL TREB and BASS controls just as youdo for the radio Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted The display will show TAPEwith an arrow to indicate which side of the tape is playing PLAYwill appear on...

Page 160: ... will appear on the display until the next selection is found and then PLAY will appear on the display Use SCAN to listen to selectionsfor a few seconds The tape willgo to a selection stopfor a few seconds then go on to the next selection Press this button againto stop scanning A EJECT Press the upward triangle button to remove a tape The radio will play Eject may be activated with theradio off if...

Page 161: ...ttonto selectAM and preset stations FM 1 2 Press this button to select FM1 or FM2 and preset stations TUNE SEEK Press this button to activate the radio to choose higheror lower radio stations Press and hold this button until you hear a chime Release the button to begin seekingto the next higher or lower radio station and then stop If you pressand hold TUNE SEEK for longer than two seconds after th...

Page 162: ...a preset station has weak reception the radio will not stop at the preset station Setting theTone BASS Press this button lightly so it extends Turn the BASS knob clockwise to increase and counterclockwise to decrease bass The middle position is a detent TREB Press this button lightly so it extends Turn the TREB knob clockwise to increase and counterclockwise to decrease treble The middle position ...

Page 163: ...mode Some experimenting with this button will help you determine the best sound Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press this button lightlyso it extends T u r n the BAL knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middleposition is a detent and balances the speakers Turn the knob clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakersand counterclockwise for left speakers FADE Press this button light...

Page 164: ...ers will cause an error message to show on the display and the adapter cassette will be ejected TAPE Press this button to switch from radio or optionalCD to cassette tape play Press AM or FM 1 2to switch tothe radio SEEK Press the forward arrow to search for the next selection on the tape Press the backward arrow to search for the previous selection on the tape REPwill appear on the display Your t...

Page 165: ...l still play tapes butyou should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damageto your tapes and player See Careof Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a licensefrom Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation ...

Page 166: ...top placing a disc on the tray label side down If you load a disc label side up the disc will not play and an error will occur Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot Repeat this procedure for loading up to 12 discsin the magazine Once you have loaded the discs in the magazine slide open the door of the compact disc CD changer Push the magazineinto the changer in the direction of the arro...

Page 167: ...ill flashon the display until the changer is ready to play When a CD begins playing a disc and track number will be displayed The disc numbers are listed on the front of the magazine All of the CD functions are controlledby the radio buttons except for ejecting the CD magazine CD Press this button if you havea disc loaded in the changer and the radio is playing to play a compact disc Press AM or F...

Page 168: ... the next higher track on the disc SCAN When you press SCAN while playing a CD you will hear the first few secondsof each disc Press SCAN again to stop on a CD The CD will be muted while scanning and SCAN will appear on the display EJECT Slidethe CD changer door all the way open and the disc will automatically eject Compact Disc Changer Errors If ERROR appears on the display an error has occurred ...

Page 169: ... stations Press and hold this button until you hear a chime Release the button to begin seekingto the next higher or lower radio station and thenstop If you press and hold TUNE SEEK for longer thantwo seconds after the chime sounds the radio will be in tune fast mode Release the button when you want to stay at a radio station SCAN Press this button and SCAN will appear on the display UseSCAN to li...

Page 170: ...unterclockwise to decrease treble The middle position is a detent Push the knobs back in when you are not using them Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press this button lightlyso it extends T u r nthe BAL knob to move the sound to the left or right speak The middle position is a detent and balances the speak T u r nthe knob clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise for left spe...

Page 171: ...d arrow to search for the previous selection on the tape REPwill appear on the display Your tape must have at least three secondsof silence between each selection for SEEK to work The sound will be muted while seeking REV Press this leftmow button to reverse thetape rapidly Press it againto return to playing speed The radio will play while the tape reverses andREV will appear on the display You ma...

Page 172: ...e Index After you clean the player press and holdEJECT for five secondsto reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset Dolby Noise Reductionis manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby andthe double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Trunk MountedCI changer With the compact disc changer you ca...

Page 173: ...placing a disc on the tray label side down If you load a disc label side up the disc will not play and an error will occur Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot Repeat this procedure for loading up to 12discsin the magazine d Once you have loaded the discs in the magazine slide open the door of the compact disc CD changer Push the magazine into the changer in the direction of the arrow ...

Page 174: ...ymbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play Whena CD begins playing a disc and track number will be displayed The disc numbers are listed on the front of the magazine All of the CD functions are controlled by the radio buttons except for ejecting the CD magazine CD Press this button if you havea disc loadedin the changer and the radio is playing to play a compact disc Press ...

Page 175: ...l order SEEK Press the left arrow while playing a compact disc to go back to thestart of a current track if more than eight seconds have played Press the left arrow again and the changer will go toprevious tracks Press the right arrow to go to the next higher track on the disc SCAN When you press SCAN while playinga CD you will hear the fist few secondsof each disc Press SCAN again to stop on a CD...

Page 176: ...ch radio that is automatic there is no programming required The radio in your Cadillac cannot be used in any other vehicle besides another Cadillac if it were to be removed Steering Wheel Controls for Audio System Option IVOLUME Press the up arrow lever to increase the volume and the down arrow lever to decrease volume SELECT When listeningto the radio press the up or downarrow lever to tune to th...

Page 177: ... can be loud and harmful toyour hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before youadd any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile tel...

Page 178: ...bing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn It is normal for the cassette to eject while cleaning Insert the cassette at least six times to ensure thorough cleaning A scrubbing action cleaning cassetteis available through your Cadillac dealer You may also choose a non scrubbing action wet tyw cleaner which uses a cassette ...

Page 179: ...6 Repeat if necessary equivalent solvent dirt NOTICE Beforeentering an automatic carwash turn off your radio to make thepower antenna go down This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged If the antenna does not go down when you turn the radiooff it may bedamaged or need to be cleaned In either case lower the antenna by hand by carefully pressing the antenna down If the mast portionof y...

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Page 182: ...ety Belts in the Index Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestriansor other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be ready for their mistakes Rear end collisions are aboutthe most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following...

Page 183: ... drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How muchis too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less thanmany might think Althoughit depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the proble...

Page 184: ...other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving skills...

Page 185: ... person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chanceof being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking I IaCAUTION Drinking and then drivingis very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgm...

Page 186: ... and as long as two or three secondsor more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at60 mph 100 km h travels 66 feet 20 m That couldbe a lotof distance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping dis...

Page 187: ...may get harderto push down If your engine stops you willstill have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harderto push Anti Lock Brakes Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When youstart your engine and begi...

Page 188: ...sis about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster thanany driver could The computer is programmed to make themost of available tire and road conditions You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and con...

Page 189: ...ystem that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slipperyroad conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of thefront wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system works the front brakes and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin The TRACTIONACTIVE message will display on the Driver Information Center when the traction control syste...

Page 190: ...n control system off if you ever need to You should turnthe system off if your vehicle ever gets stuckin sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index To turn the system off press the TRACOFFbutton located insideof the glove box The TRACTION OFF message will display on the Driver Information Center If the system is limiting wheel spin when youpress the button the TRACTION OFFmessage w...

Page 191: ...ng effort proportionate to your vehicle speed Steering is easier at a lower speedformaneuvering and parking ease As your vehicle speed increases the steering effort also increases At highway speeds the amount of steering effort is increased to provide manual like steering for maximum control and stability Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of ...

Page 192: ...ed toreduce your speed as you approach a curve doit before youenter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead T r y to adjust your speedso you can drive through the curve Maintaina reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate untilyou are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There aretimes when steering can be more effective than brakin...

Page 193: ...defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off RoadRecovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving OFF ROAD RECOVE edge o f paved surtsCe If the levelof the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recoveryshouldbe fairly easy Easeoffthe acceleratorand then if there is nothing in the way steer s...

Page 194: ...lly indicates it s allright topass providing the road aheadis clear Never crossa solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too close to the vehicle you wantto pass while you re awaitingan opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especiallyif you re following a larger vehicle Also you ...

Page 195: ...thedriver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seekan escape routeor area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose controlof the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your Cadilla...

Page 196: ... braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicleis skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the roadto make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only the brak...

Page 197: ...ut they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep your win...

Page 198: ...may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if yo windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edgeof the road and even people walking It s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank f...

Page 199: ...to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them A CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work well ina quick stop and maycause pullingto one side You could lose controlof the vehicle After driving througha large puddleof water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally 4 18 ...

Page 200: ... hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine sair intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoiddeeppuddles or standin...

Page 201: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country T r y to usethe freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving Treat a green light as a warning signal A trd3c light is there because the comer is busy enough to need it When a light turnsgreen and just before you start to move checkboth...

Page 202: ... merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often a necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use yo...

Page 203: ... done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Cadillac dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip 0 a a a 0 a 0 Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside WiperBlades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids ...

Page 204: ...the road i n less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can youdo about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pulloff the road into a r...

Page 205: ...ith the ignition off is dangerous Yourbrakes will have to do all the workof slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor brakingor even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill e 0 0 0 Know how to go uphill You may wantto shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your ...

Page 206: ... 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 ba of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these itemsin your vehicle ...

Page 207: ...ce canbe even more trouble because it may offer the least tractionof all You can get wetice when it s about freezing 32O F 0O C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid drivingon wetice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smoothice packed blowing I orloosesnow drive with caution Keep your traction control system on It improves your ability to accelerate when driving...

Page 208: ...sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surfaceof a curve or an overpass may remain icy whenthe surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice aheadof you brake before you are on it T r y not to brake while you re actuallyon the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers road If You re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you coul...

Page 209: ...rap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcomeyou and kill you You can t seeit or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear awaysnow from around thebase of your vehicle especiallyany that is blockingyour exhaustpipe And check around again from time to time to be suresnow doesn t collectthere Open a windowjust a lit...

Page 210: ...e anddo some fairly vigorous exercises every half houror so until help comes Loading Your Vehicle TmOCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP WT TIRE LOADING INFORMATION FRT CTR RR TOTAL LBS KG MAX LOADING GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURE RTG PSI KPa FRT RR SPA IF TIRES ARE HOT ADD 4PSiI28KPa SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show how m...

Page 211: ...eight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle If you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Don t carrv more than203 lbs 92 kg in the trunk I ACAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either themaximum front orrear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break or it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control Also overloading can...

Page 212: ...I I I L A CAUTION If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and yourpassengers could beseriously injured Pull a traileronly if you have followedall the steps in this section Ask your Cadillac dealer for advice and informationabout towing a trailer wit...

Page 213: ... considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points 0 0 e 0 0 There aremany different laws including speed limit restrictions havingto do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial p...

Page 214: ...ed vehicle and trailer It dependson how you plan touse your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle You can ask your dealer for our trailering information o advice or you can writeus at Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadilla...

Page 215: ...eparately to see if the weightsare proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer Total Weight on Your Vehicle sTires Be sure your vehicle s tires are inflated to the recommended pressure for cold tires You ll find these numberson the Certification label at the rear edge of the driver s dooror see LoadingYour Vehicle in the Index Then be s...

Page 216: ...ethan 2 000 lbs 900kg be sureto use a properly mounted weight distributing hitch and sway controlof the proper size This equipment is very importantfor proper vehicle loading and good handling when you re driving 0 Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal t...

Page 217: ...road you ll want to get to know yourrig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is nowa good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before youstart checkthe trailer hitch and platform and attachments safety chains electrical connector lamps tires and mirror a...

Page 218: ... bottomof the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Thms NOTICE Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailerto come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle couldbe damaged Avoid making verys...

Page 219: ...bulbs on the trailerare burned out Thus you may thinkdrivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed andshift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade I you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no lon...

Page 220: ...hocks under the trailer wheels When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load Reapply the regular brakes Then shift into PARK P firmly and apply your parking brakes Release the regular brakes When You Are Readyto Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakesandhold the pedal down while you Startyourengine Shift into a gear and Be sure the...

Page 221: ...ally important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil belt cooling system and brake adjustment Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review these sections beforeyou start your trip Check periodicallyto see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight ...

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Page 224: ...at can occur on the road Hazard Warning Flashers r Your hazard warningflashers letyou warn others They also let police know you havea problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flashon and off Press the button into make the front and rear turn signa lamps flashon and off 5 1 ...

Page 225: ...rd warning flashers are on The hazard warning flashers will work once the button is pressed i nregardress of the key position Pull out on the collar to turn the flashersoff When the hazard warning flashersare on theturn signals won t work since theyare already flashing 5 2 ...

Page 226: ...uldn t be coveredby your warranty Trying to start your Cadillacby pushing or pulling it won t work and itcould damage your vehicle A CAUTION Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you don t followthese steps exactly someor all of these things can hurt you 1 C...

Page 227: ...s Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter Turnoff all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio Open the hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery A CAUTION An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure y...

Page 228: ...acid that can burn you Don t getit on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medicalhelp immediately 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could alsobe damaged Before you connect the cables here are some things you shouldknow Positive will go to positive and negativ...

Page 229: ...itive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery 8 Don t let the otherend o f the positive cable touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery 9 Now connecttheblack negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal ...

Page 230: ...ut not near engine parts that move The electrical connectionisjust as good there but the chanceof sparksgetting back to the battery is much less 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery andrun the enginefor awhile 12 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start aftera few tries it probably needs service 13 Remove thecables in reverse orderto prevent electrical shorting Ta...

Page 231: ...and wheels these instructionsmay not be correct Before you do anything turn on the hazara warning flashers When you call tellthe towing service That your vehicle has front wheel drive The make model and year of your vehicle Whether you can still move the shift lever If there was an accident what was damaged Front Towing When the towing service arrives let the tow operator know that this manual con...

Page 232: ...ster thansafe or posted speeds Never tow withdamaged parts not fully secured Never getunder yourvehicle after it has been Iifted bythe tow truck Always secure thevehicle on each side with separate safety chains when towingit Never use J hooks Use only T hooks in the front T hook slots andonly R hooks in the rear R hook slots 5 9 ...

Page 233: ...illdamage drivetrain and suspensioncomponents When your vehicleis being towed have the ignition key turned tothe OFF position The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designedfor towing service Do not use the vehicle s steering column lock for this The transaxle should be in NEUTRAL N and the parking brake released Don t haveyour vehicle towed on the...

Page 234: ...nsand wheel straps Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground orvehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage installa towing dollyand raise thevehicle until adequate clearance is obtained between the ground and or wheel lift equipment Do not attachwinch cables or J hooks to suspension componentswhen using car carrier equipment Always...

Page 235: ...the slotted holes i n the bottomof the frame rails behind the front wheels These slots are to be used when loading and securing to car carrierequipment x Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm 5 12 ...

Page 236: ...chains and wheel straps Towing a vehicle overrough surfacescould damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage install a towing dolly and raise the vehicle until adequate clearanceis obtained between the ground and or wheel lift equipment Do not attach winch cablesor J hooks to suspension componentswhen usingcar carrier equipment A...

Page 237: ...ookslots i n the frame rails justahead of the rearwheels on both sides These slots are to be used whenloading and securing to carcarrier equipment Attach a separate safety chain around the end of each axle inboardof the spring 5 14 ...

Page 238: ... displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of four cylinders helps prevent engine damage This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency you may drive up to 50 miles 80km Towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided I NOTICE After driving in the Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode to avoid engine damage a...

Page 239: ...s no sign of steam or coolant before opening the hood If you keep drivingwhen your engineis overheated the liquidsin it can catch fire You or others could be badlyburned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine iscool NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would notbe cover...

Page 240: ...ft toNEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving OVERDRIVE a or THIRD 3 If you nolonger have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive nonnally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam you can idle the engine for twoor three m...

Page 241: ... Cap B Electric Engine Fans A CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engineis not running and can injure you Keep hands clothingand tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down 5 18 ...

Page 242: ... radiator water pumpor somewhere else in the cooling system A CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts canbe very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engineif there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause anengine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive thevehicle 5 19 ...

Page 243: ...base of the fill neck add a 50 50mixture ofclean water preferably distilled and DEX COOL TM antifreeze atthe coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant in the Indexfor more information IA CAUTION Steam and scalding liquidsfrom a hot cooling system can blow out and burnyou badly They are under pressure ...

Page 244: ...ore the proper coolant mix will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix With plain wateror thewrong mix your engine could get toohot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mix of clean water andDEX COOLTM antifreeze 5 21 ...

Page 245: ...l burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine A 1 You can remove the coolant surgetank pressure cap whenthe cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressurecap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you heara hiss wait for thatto stop A his...

Page 246: ...2 Then keep turning the cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressurecap 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the propermix up to the baseof the filler neck 5 23 ...

Page 247: ... add more of the proper mix to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches about 2 5 inches 60mm below the baseof the filler neck 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure thearrows on the pressure cap line up like this Start the engine and allowit to warm up Ifthe CHECK COOLANT LEVELmessage does not appear on the Driver Information Center coolant is at the proper fill level If a CHECK COOLANT LE...

Page 248: ...e under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It maybe very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows howto use your jacking equipmentto change a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goesflat avoid furthertire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a levelplace Turn on your hazard ...

Page 249: ...and Tools m The equipment you ll need is in thetrunk Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk Turn the center dial on the compact spare cover counterclockwise to remove it Lift and remove the cover See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare 5 26 ...

Page 250: ... Lift up the tire to remove it from the trunk Turn the nut holding the jack andwheel wrench counterclockwiseand remove it Then remove the jack and wrench 5 27 ...

Page 251: ...nclude the jack A and the wheel wrench B There is a center wheel cover on the aluminum wheel Using the flat end of the wheel wrench gently pry the wheel cover off Be careful not to scratch the aluminum wheel edge and don t try to remove it with your hands ...

Page 252: ...ION Getting undera vehicle whenit isjacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slipsoff the jack you could be badly injured orkilled Never getunder a vehicle whenit is supported only by ajack NOTICE Raising your vehicle withthe jack improperly positioned willdamage thevehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack Be sure tofit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehi...

Page 253: ...ntil itfits firmly into the notch in the vehicle s frame nearest theflattire Put the compact spare tire near you 4 Raise the vehicle by turning thejack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle farenough off the ground for the spare tire to fit under thevehicle 5 Remove all wheel nuts and take off the flat tire ...

Page 254: ...theplaces where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can usea cloth or a paper towel to dothis but be sure to use a scraper orwire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off IA CAUTION Never use oil orgrease on studs or nuts If you do the nutsmight come loose Your wheelcould fall off causing a serious accident 7 Replacethewheel nuts with the rounded endof the nuts ...

Page 255: ...wn A CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts cancause the wheel 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 toget the rightkind Stop somewhere as soon as you can andhave the nuts tightenedwith a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m 5 32 ...

Page 256: ...ou could damage thecover or the spare Storingthe Flat Tire and Tools A CAUTION Storing ajack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stopor collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the properplace After you ve put the compact spare tire on your vehic you ll needto store the flat tirein your trunk Use the followin...

Page 257: ...rethe cover as far forward as possible Storing the Spare Tire and Tools IA CAUTION Storingajack a tire or other equipmentin the passenger compartmentof the vehicle could cause injury Ina sudden stop or collision loose equipment couldstrike someone Store all these in the properplace 5 34 ...

Page 258: ...flationpressure regularly It should be60 psi 420Wa After installingthe compact spareon your vehicle you should stopas soon as possible and makesureyour spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at posted speed limits for distances upto 3 000 miles 5 000km so you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want Of course it s bes...

Page 259: ...em can damage your vehicle and can damage the chainstoo Don t usetire chains on your compact spare If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow What you don t wantto do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help youget out when you re stuck but you must use caution A CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode andyou or others c...

Page 260: ... steering wheel left and right That will clear the areaaround yourfront wheels You should 1 yourtractioncontrolsystem off See TractionControl 1 System intheIndex Then shiftbackandforth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the 1 wheels as little as possible Release the acceleratorpedal while you shift and press lightly on theaccelerator pedal whenfie transaxle is in gear If that doesn t ge...

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Page 262: ...rted service people We hope you ll wantto keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks Doing Your Own ServiceWork If you want to do someof your own service work you ll want to get the proper Cadillac service manual It tells you much more about how to service your Cadillac than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index...

Page 263: ...on compared to other gasolines Be sure the posted octane for premium is at least 91 If the octane is less than 91 you may geta heavy knocking noise when you drive In an emergency you may be able to usea lower octane as low as87 if heavy knocking does not occur If you re using 91 or higher octane unleaded gasoline and you still hear heavy knocking your engine needs service If your vehicleis certifi...

Page 264: ...mply withthe specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehiclewas not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use it It can corrode metal partsin your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in ForeignCountrics If you plan on driving in another country outside the United Statesor Canada the proper fuelmay be hard to f...

Page 265: ...moke if you re neargasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials awayfrom gasoline The fuel doorrelease button is located to the leftof the steering wheel next to the headlampknob The button only works inPARK P when the ignition key is in any position An alternate fuel door release is located inside of the trunkon the left hand side Pull it to release the fuel door ...

Page 266: ...nk is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open thefuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the capall the way Hang the cap inside thefuel door while refueling TOtake off the cap turn it slowly tothe left counterclockwise Be careful not tospill gasoline Clean gasolinefrom painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outsideof Your Cadillac in the In...

Page 267: ... might be damaged CheckingThings Under the Hood A CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electricfan A CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or...

Page 268: ...penthe hood It is located on the lower left side of the instrumentpanel Then go to the frontof the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever which is located under the front edge of the grille Lift up on the releaselever as you raise thehood 6 7 ...

Page 269: ...tion C Power Steering Fluid D Oil Fill Location E Engine Oil Dipstick Location E BrakeMasterCylinder G Transaxle DipstickEill H AirCleaner I WindshieldWasherFluid Before closing the hood be sure all filler capsare on properly Then pull the hood down and close it firmly ...

Page 270: ...heck your engine oil every time you get fuel In orderto get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick is located behindthe radiator on the driver s side of the engine The black handle says ENGINEO I Lon it T u r noff the engine and give the oil afew minutes to drainback into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick mightnot show the a...

Page 271: ...to add some oil But youmust use the rightkind This keeping thetipdown and check the level part explainswhat kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities andSpecifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level getsabove the upper mark that showsthe proper operating range your engine couldbe damaged When to Add Oil 6 10 ...

Page 272: ... by looking for the Starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol If you change yourown oil be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engineis American Petroleum In...

Page 273: ...to be colder than60 F 16 C before your next oil change When it s very cold you should use SAE5W 30 These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils suchas SAE 20W 50 I NOTICE Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute CertifiedFor Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not cove...

Page 274: ... remain off until the nextoil change is needed The percentage of oil life remaining may be checked at any time by pressing the INFORMATION button several times until the OIL LIFE LEFT message appears For more informationon the Oil Life Index feature see oil Life Indicator in the Index What to Do with Used Oil Did youknow that used engine oil contains certain elements thatmay beunhealthy for your s...

Page 275: ...e engine has cooled before following these steps to replace the air filter 1 1 Disconnectthe Intake Air Temperature IAT sensor fromthe base of the air cleaner 1 2 With a screwdriver loosen the air duct clamp which is located at the mass airflow sensor end of the air duct 3 Disconnectthe air duct from themass aifflow sensor 6 14 ...

Page 276: ...s located next to the IAT sensor 5 Pivot the air cleanerand air duct assembly towaras the frontof the vehicle Remove the cover 6 Take out the airfilter and remove any loosedebris that may be found laying in the air cleaner base 7 Install anew air filter element See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index ...

Page 277: ...fer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Maintenance Schedule booklet IA CAUTION Operating the engine with the aircleaner off can cause you or others tobe burned Theair cleaner not only cleans theair it stopsflames if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could beburned Don t drive with it of...

Page 278: ...u do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Maintenance Schedule booklet How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at your Cadillac dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a f...

Page 279: ...ce the shift Lever in PARK P With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P Let the enginerunat idlefor three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps 1 The black transaxle fluid capis located next to the radiator hose and below the air cleaner assemb...

Page 280: ...XRON 111 because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle Damage caused byfluid otherthan DEXRON I11 is not covered by your new vehicle warranty After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back inall the way How to Reset Transaxle Fluid Change Indicator Your vehicle is equipped wi...

Page 281: ... should NOTICE When adding coolantit is important thatyou use DEX COOLTM orange colored silicate free coolant meetingGM Specification6277M If silicated coolant is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50000 km or24 months whichever occurs first What to Use Use a mixtureof one half ...

Page 282: ...or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mix of clean water andDEX COOL orange colored silicate free antifreeze NOTICE If you usean impropercoolant mix your engine could overheat andbe badly damaged The repair cost wouldn tbe covered by your warranty Too much waterin the mix can freeze and crack theengine radiator heatercore and other parts fyou have to add coolant morethan four times a year lave you...

Page 283: ...add coolant A CAUTION I urning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot canallow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn thesurge tank pressurecap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot When yourengine is cold the coolantlevel should be at the full coldmark which is 2 5 inches 60mm below the base of the fill neck Use a flashlight as ...

Page 284: ...I NOTICE The surge tank cap is a 15psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly instalfed to prevent coolantloss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up If the surget a n kpressure cap needs to be replaced a General Motors cap is recommended Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in theengine coolant system The thermostat ...

Page 285: ...n remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULLCOLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule booklet Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can ...

Page 286: ...er s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to usewasher fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other partsof the washer system Also water doesn t cleanaswell as washer fluid Fill yourwasher fluid tank only 314 full when it s very cold This allows for expansion which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t useradiator antif...

Page 287: ...n 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 liningsare worn then you ll have too much fluid when youget new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done onthe brake hydraulic system IA CAUTION If you havetoo much brakefluid itcan spill on the engin...

Page 288: ... be replaced Don t let someoneput in the wrong kindof fluid NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle s painted surfaces thepaint finish can be damaged Be carefbl notto spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do washit off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your Cadillac has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators ...

Page 289: ... Parts The braking system ona modem vehicleis complex Its many parts have to be of top qualityand work well together if the vehicleis to have really good braking Vehicles we design and test have top qualityGM brake parts in them as your Cadillac does when it is new When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you have to have new ones put in be su...

Page 290: ...id that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tipson working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn howto prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this sec...

Page 291: ...w bulb and socket to the wiring harness connector Makesure that the harnessis locked to the bulb socket 5 Reinstall the headlamp housing socket back into the headlamp assembly 3 Disconnect the socketfrom the harness by separating the locking clip Do not touchthe glassportion of the newhalogenbulb The oil from your fingerswill shorten the bulb life 6 30 ...

Page 292: ...gain access to the mounting screw 2 Removethe screw securing the cornering lamp housing a 3 Gently pull out the cornering lamp assembly 4 Remove the socketby rotating it counterclockwise slightly then replace the bulb mid reinstall 6 31 ...

Page 293: ...p i 1 I 5 When installing the cornering lamphousingbe sure that the two guide pins are aligned withthe holes 1 Lift the trim coverto remove 2 Twist the socket counterclockwise and removethe socket and bulb from the housing 6 32 ...

Page 294: ...le the stoplamp assembly Taillamp 1 Loosen the upperTom screw but don t remove it 2 Gently tilt the top portionof the taillamp housing to access the bulb sockets If you can t access the lower bulb socket remove the taillamp housing completely 6 33 ...

Page 295: ...ockwise to remove it r 4 Replace the bulbby pressing andturning it counterclockwise 5 Onceyou have installed the new bulb and socket into the taillamp housing insert the tab onthe lower portion of the taillamp housing first then gentlyfit the restof the housing in place 6 34 ...

Page 296: ... this section To replace the wiper blade assembly 1 Turn the ignition key toACCESSORY and turn the wipers on Position the wipers on the windshield in the mid wipe position Then with the door open turn the keyto OFF 2 Insert a screwdriver into the slot as shown and press down to release the wiper blade assembly 3 Align the wipera r m pin with the hole on the wiper blade assembly andsnap it into pla...

Page 297: ... are cold CAUTION Continued Overinflated tiresare more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such aswhen youhit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn oldtires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn or if your tireshave been damaged replace them See Inflation Tire Pressure in this section for inflation pressure adjustment for higher speed driving Inflation...

Page 298: ...compact spare tire It should be at 60psi 420 Wa How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tellif your tires are properly inflated simply bylooking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Ro...

Page 299: ...rear inflation pressuresas shown on the Tire Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index A CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident Whenyou change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the whe...

Page 300: ...ion of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new ha a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPCSpec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tire get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are design to give p...

Page 301: ...form Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporaryuse spare tires tires with nominal rim diametersof 10to 12 inches 25to 30 cm or to somelimited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to Federal safety requirementsand addition...

Page 302: ... lead to sudden tire failure The gradeC corresponds to a level of performance which allpassenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety StandardNo 109 Grades A and B represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloade...

Page 303: ...place them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Cadillac model A CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affectthe braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you losecontrol You could havea collision in which y...

Page 304: ...hainsonly where legal and only when you must Useonly SAE Class S type chains that arethe propersize for yourtires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible withthe endssecurely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contactcontinues slow downuntil it stops...

Page 305: ...e unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol LaundrySoap 0 Bleach 0 ReducingAgents Cleaning the Inside of Your Cadillac Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean damp cloth Your Cadillac dealer has two GM cleaners a solvent type spot lifter and a foam type powdered cleaner They will clean normal spots an...

Page 306: ...eft with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth Then dryit immediately with a blow dryer Wipe witha clean cloth Using Solvent Type Cleaner on Fabric First seeif you have to use solvent type cleaner at dl Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap If you needto use a solvent Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean dull knife or scraper Use very lit...

Page 307: ...cess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water 0 If a stain remains follow the foam type instructions described earlier 0 0 If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with a waterbaking soda solution 1teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to1 cup 250ml of lukewarm water If needed clean lightly with solvent type cleaner Combination Stains Stains caused by candy ice cream mayonna...

Page 308: ...to see through the windshield under certain conditions Use a clean cloth moistened in warm soapy water use mild dish washing soap D r y the wood immediately with a clean cloth Cleaning Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently so that the speaker won t be damaged Some spots and stains will clean off better withjust water and mild soap If something gets on one of them and you need to use ...

Page 309: ...defogger grid Cleaning the Outsideof the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield withGM Windshield Cleaner Bon Ami Powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form whenyou rinse it with wat...

Page 310: ...the surface or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or a 100 cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressurecar washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Cadillac by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appe...

Page 311: ...ed The surfaceof these wheelsis similar to the painted surfaceof your vehicle Don t use strongsoaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaningbrushes on them because youcould damage the surface You may use chrome polish on chrome wheels but avoid any painted surface of the wheel and buffoff immediately after application Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash ...

Page 312: ...ave corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer oran underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout...

Page 313: ...2 72 kg Multi Purpose Powdered Cleaner Cleans vinyl cloth tires and mats 1 1051398 I 8 oz 0 237 L I Spot Lifter I For cloth I 1051515 I 32 oz 0 946 L Optikleen I Windshield washer solvent and antifreeze 1052870 16 oz 0 473 L Wash and Wax Concentrate Exterior wash 1052918 8 oz 0 237 L Armor All TM Protector Protects vinyl leather and rubber 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on wheel cleaner...

Page 314: ...abels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the rear wall of the trunk on the passenger s side It s very helpful if you ever needto order parts On this label is yourVIN themo...

Page 315: ... fuse which is powered by a MaxiFuse An electrical overload will cause the lamps togo on andoff or in some cases to remain off If this happens have the headlamp wiring checked right away MaxiFuse is a registered trademark of Little Fuse Incorporated Windshield WiperFuses The windshield wiper motor is powered bya MaxiFuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wipers will stop until the m...

Page 316: ...nd rating If you ever havea problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like theradio or cigarette lighter and useits fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can There are three fuse blocks in your vehicle the engine compartment fuse block the MaxiFuse relay cente...

Page 317: ...Iter CIG LTR2Right and LeftRear Cigarette Lighters IFuse IL HDLP LO L HDLP HI R HDLP HI SENSE HDLPS HAZARD STOP Usage Left Low Beam Headlamp Right Low Beam Headlamp Light Emitting Diode LED on Headlamp Switch Left High Beam Headlamp Right High Beam Headlamp Heated Windshield Control Optional Headlamp Switchand Relay High Low Beam ControlRelay Right andLeft Low Beam Beam Right and Left High Beam El...

Page 318: ...ch Cluster WiperMotor wiper Pump I 0 2 Sensor Rear Catalytic Converter CAT Rear 0 9 Sensor 1 OXY SENl PUMP NJ rnJ CRUISE DISTR PCM IGN PCM BAT A C COMP Usage 0 2 Sensor Front CAT Front 0 2 Sensor Engine Oil Pressure Indicator PCM Fuel Pump Relay Fuel Pump Injectors 2 3 5 8 Injectors 1 4 6 7 Stepper Motor Cruise Control Park Neutral Position Switch Back up Lamps Electrochromatic Mirror Brake Transa...

Page 319: ...Dampening RTD Fuse ConvenienceFuse BAm Fuse Headlamp Wash Fuse Export Antenna Fuse ParkLampRelay Right and Left ParkFuse Defog Relay Pull Down Fuse Right and Left Heated Seat Fuse Electronic Level Control LC Fuse Rear Defog Fuse Heated Mirror Fuse Controlled Power Relay Controlled PowerBack up Relay Mirror Fuse Platform Zone Module PZM Fuse Radiophone Fuse Cluster Fuse AMP Fuse Comfort Fuse Inadve...

Page 320: ...lays Memory Seat Module Driver and Passenger PowerSeat Switch BAm 3 Ignition 0 Body Fuse RTD Fuse IIgnition 0 Engine Fuse Anti Lock Brake System ABS Fuse Turn I IFuse Console IFuse IUsage I IBATT 2 Starter Enable Relay Park Neutral Position Switch Crank Fuse Injector 1 and2 Fuse Engine Control System ECS Fuse PCM Fuse DIS Fuse Ignition 1 Fuse ACC Fuse IGN 1 Front Ignition 1 Relay Oxygen Sensor 1an...

Page 321: ...tic Converter I Overtemp Amplifier Export SIR SDM t COMFORT Usage PRNDL Heated Windshield Optional PZM Cluster Air Control Module ACM Upper and Lower Zone Motor HVAC Solenoids Climate Control Panel Optional Rear Defog Relay ELC Relay Cornering LampSwitch Right and Left CorneringLamps Electronic FlasherModule Turn Hazard Switch Right and Left RearTurn SignalLamps Right and Left Front Turn Signal La...

Page 322: ... Steering Wheel Controls Cluster E M Electrwhromic Minor Rain Sensor Optional Accessory Relay RADIO PHONE BATT Driver and Passenger SeatLumbar Switch Lumbar Switch Driver Seat Only Memory Seat Module RTD Module CLUSTER ACC RTD Front and Rear Park Lamps Right Front and Rear Sidemarker Lamps Headlamp Switch Export Rear Fog Lamp Relay Export HeadlamD Switch IRR DEFOG IRear Defog I I HTD MIR IRight an...

Page 323: ... 168 GloveCompartment 194 Headlamps Composite InnerHighBeam 9005 Outer Low Beam 9006 Application Number LicensePlate 194 Park and Turn Signal 3157NA Sidemarker 194 Stop Tail Turn Signal 2057 T r u n k 561 Underhood 561 VanityMirror 124 For service informationon these bulbs contact you Cadillac dealer service department 6 62 ...

Page 324: ...DOHC V8 VIN Engine Code DeVille Y Concours 9 DeVille 275 bhp 5600 rpm 205 kW 5600 rpm Concours 300 bhp 6000 rpm 224 kW 6000rpm DeVille 300 lb ft 4000 rpm 407 N m 4000 rpm Concours 295 lb ft 4400 rpm 400 N m 4400rpm FiringOrder 1 2 7 3 4 5 6 8 Thermostat Starts ToOpen 177 184 F 81 85 C Horsepower Torque ...

Page 325: ...lbs Crankcase EngineOil with Filter Change 7 5 quarts FuelTank 20gallons Vehicle Dimensions WheelBase 113 8inches Length 209 7inches Height 56 4 inches Wid 76 5inches Front Tread 60 9 inches Rear Tread 60 9 inches Wheel Nut Torque 100lb ft 14 2L 7 1 L 11 8 L 75 7L 0 91 kg 2 890 5mm 5 326 mm 1432mm 1 943mm 1 546mm 1 546mm 140 Nm 6 64 ...

Page 326: ...gSySteIl I i n yourvehicleneeds 25096932refrigerant besuretheproperrefrigerantisused Fuel Filter Element ACType GF 624 25121801 Engine Oil Filter AC Type PF 58 25014377 PCVValve ACTypeCV 774C 06487779 Spark Plugs ACType 41 90 5614236 Thermostat AC Type 13 1 66 353 1407 Windshield Wiper If you re not sure ask your Cadillac dealer Blade Pin Type 22 inches 56 5 cm 6 65 ...

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Page 328: ...ts This section includes information on The Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY RoadsideService Users GoldKeyCourtesyTransportation BBB Auto Line Alternative Dispute Resolution Program 0 ReportingSafetyDefects 0 ServiceandOwnerPublications Customer SatisfactionProcedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and Cadillac Normally any conc...

Page 329: ...TEPTWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by thedealership without further help contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center 24 hours a day by calling1 800 458 8006 I nCanada contact GM of Canada Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa by calling1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French For help outside of the United States and Ca...

Page 330: ... Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 30009 Van Dyke P O Box 9025 Warren MI 48090 9025 Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of Canadian and GM Overseas offices When contacting Cadillac please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealer s facilities equipment and personnel That i why we suggest you follow St...

Page 331: ...e for any warranty covered situation and for a nomina1 charge if the Cadillacis no longer under warranty Cadillac Owner Privileges fM Cadillac s exceptional Roadside Service is more thanan auto clubortowing service It provides every Cadillac owner with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and when appropriate a Cadillac trained dealer technician who will provide on site service 7 4 Roads...

Page 332: ...tes or Canada an advisor is available to assist you over the phone A dealer technician if available can travel to your location withina 30 mile 50 kilometer radius of a participating Cadillac dealership If beyond this radius we will arrange to have your car towed to the nearest Cadillac dealership Reaching Roadside Service Dial the toll free Roadside Service number 1 800 882 1112 An experienced Ro...

Page 333: ...nstalled special telecommunication devices called Text Telephone TTY in the Roadside Service Center Any customer whohas access to a TTY or a conventional teletypewriter can communicate with Cadillac by dialing fromthe United Statesor Canada 1 800 833 CMCC daily 24 hours Our CadillacDealer Techniciannetwork is ready and able to assist Cadiliac customers atroadside ...

Page 334: ...tion alternatives Gold Key Courtesy Transportation provides shuttle service for same day warranty work Your Cadillac dealer can get you where you need to be with minimal interruption of your daily schedule In Canada for warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty interim transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program P...

Page 335: ...vice Vehicles not picked up in a timely fashionmay incur rental fees charged to the customer GM Participationin BBB AUTO LINE Alternative Dispute Resolution Program This program may not be available in all states depending on state law Canadianowners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or to discont...

Page 336: ...by vehicle age and mileage and other factors We prefer you utilizethe Customer Satisfaction Procedure beforeyou resort to AUTO LINE but YOU may contact the BBB at any time The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and Cadillac If this mediation is unsuccessful an informal hearingwill be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impar...

Page 337: ...HTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or GeneralMotors To contact NHTSA you mayeither callthe Auto Safety Hotlinetoll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Departmentof Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO TH...

Page 338: ...025 Warren MI 48090 9025 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write Service and Owner Publications General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 ColonelSam Drive Oshawa OntarioLlH 8P7 Service manuals service bulletins owner s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for current and many past model General Motors ve...

Page 339: ...rform better service Service bulletinsmay involve any number of vehicles Some will describe inexpensive service others will describe expensive service Some will adviseof new or unexpected conditions and others may help avoid future costly repairs Service bulletins are meant for qualified technicians In some cases bulletins referto service manuals specialized tools equipment and safety procedures n...

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Page 342: ... 29 AppearanceCare 6 44 AirConditioning 3 5 Air Control Climate Control System 3 2 Brake System Warning Light 2 67 4 6 AppearanceCareMaterialsChart 6 52 Apply Brake to Shift Message 2 76 ArbitrationProgram 7 8 Armrest Storage 2 52 Ashtrays 2 53 AssistHandles 2 55 Astroroof 2 56 Audio Controls Steering Wheel Touch Control 3 29 Audio Equipment Adding 3 30 AudioSystems 3 10 Automatic DoorLocks 2 4 Ov...

Page 343: ...eplacement 6 32 Center PassengerPosition 1 28 Central Door Unlocking System 2 3 CertificatiodI ireLabel 4 30 Chains Safety 4 35 Chains Tire 6 43 ChangeEngine OiI Message 2 77 Change Trans Fluid Message 2 77 Changing a Flat Tire 5 25 CheckBrakeFluidLevelMessage 2 77 Check Coolant Level Message 2 78 Check Fuel Gage Message 2 78 Check Oil Level Message 2 78 CheckWasherFluidMessage 2 78 Checking Your ...

Page 344: ...rtation 7 7 CruiseControl 2 36 Comfort Controls Steering Wheel Touch Control 3 9 SurgeTank 5 18 5 20 Cruise Engaged Message 2 78 Cupholders 2 52 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users 7 3 CustomerAssistanceInformation 7 1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 7 1 Damage Finish 6 51 Damage Sheet Metal 6 50 Daytime Running Lamps 2 41 DeadBattery 5 3 Defects Reporting Safety 7 10 7 11 DefensiveDrivin...

Page 345: ...5 Engine 6 8 Coolant 6 20 Coolant Heater 2 17 Exhaust 2 28 FuseBlock 6 55 Identification 6 53 Overheating 5 15 Running While Parked 2 28 Specifications 6 63 StartingYour 2 16 Temperature Warning Light 2 68 EngineOil 6 9 Adding 6 10 Additives 6 12 Checking 6 10 Used 6 13 When to Change 6 13 English MetricButton 2 75 Exhaust Engine 2 28 Engine Coolant Hot Idle Engine Message 2 78 Ethanol 6 3 Express...

Page 346: ...aints 1 7 Headlamps 2 40 BulbReplacement 6 30 Highbow Beam Changer 2 32 Wiring 6 54 Hearing Impaired Customer Assistance 7 3 HeatedSeats 1 4 Heated Windshield 3 7 Heating 3 6 High BeamHeadlamps 2 32 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 23 Hitches Trailer 4 35 Hood Checking Things Under 6 6 Release 6 7 Horn 2 30 Hydraulic Brake Warning Lights 2 65 Hydroplaning 4 19 Ignition Positions 2 1...

Page 347: ...koutFeature 2 6 AutomaticDoor 2 4 Lighter 2 54 Lights Traction Control System Warning 2 67 4 9 Locks Door 2 3 PowerDoor 2 4 Programmable Automatic Door 2 4 Rear Door Security 2 5 Trunk Reiease 2 10 LumbarControls 1 2 MAGNASTEER TM 4 io Maintenance Normal Replacement Parts 6 65 Maintenance Underbody 6 51 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 40 MalfunctionIndicatorLamp 2 69 MapLamps 2 44 MapPocket 2 52...

Page 348: ...6 54 Remote Control Mirror 2 51 Parking Passing 4 13 RetainedAccessory 2 16 Seatback Recliner 1 5 steering 4 10 Steeringfluid 6 24 Windows 2 29 PowerSeat 1 1 LumbarControls 1 2 MemoryFunction 1 3 Pregnancy Use of Safety Belts 1 27 Problems on the Road 5 1 ProgrammableAutomaticDoorLocks 2 4 Publications Service and Owner 7 11 Pull DownFeature Automatic 2 11 Radio Reception 3 30 Radios 3 10 3 14 3 2...

Page 349: ...roperly 1 12 Lap Shoulder 1 12 1 29 LargerChildren 1 44 Questions and Answers 1 11 RearSeatPassengers 1 29 ReminderLight 1 7 2 64 Replacing After a Crash 1 47 Right Front Passenger Position 1 27 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 14 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment 1 14 Smaller Children and Babies 1 33 UseDuringPregnancy 1 27 WhyTheyWork 1 8 SafetyChains 4 35 Safety Defects Reporting 7 10 7 11 Safe...

Page 350: ... Cleaning 6 47 Specifications and Capacities 6 63 6 64 Specifications Engine 6 63 Speed Sensor Fault Message 2 80 Speech Impaired Customer Assistance 7 3 Speedometer 2 63 SSS 4 10 Stains Cleaning 6 46 Starting Disabled Due To Theft System Remove IgnitionKeyMessage 2 81 StartingYour Engine 2 16 Steam 5 16 s 17 5 20 Steering 4 10 In Emergencies 4 11 MAGNASTEER 4 10 Power 4 10 Speedsensitive 4 10 Tip...

Page 351: ...Lock 2 26 Torque Wheel Nut 5 32 6 64 TowingaTrailer 4 31 Towing Your Vehicle 5 8 Traction Active 2 82 ActiveMessage 4 8 Control System 4 8 ControlSystemWarningLight 2 67 4 9 OffMessage 2 81 ReadyMessage 2 81 Brakes 4 35 Driving on Grades 4 38 Driving with 4 36 Hitches 4 35 Maintenance When Towing 4 40 Parking on Hills 4 39 SafetyChains 4 35 Tongueweight 4 33 Total Weight on Tires 4 34 Towing 4 31 ...

Page 352: ...age 2 82 Storage 6 29 Ventilation System 3 6 Very Low RefrigerantA C CompressorOff Message 2 82 Visors S U 2 54 warning Devices 5 3 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 2 63 Washer Fluid Windshield 6 24 Washing Your Vehicle 6 49 Weatherstrips 6 48 Wheel Alignment 6 41 NutTorque 5 32 6 64 Wrench 5 28 Replacement 6 42 Express Down 2 30 Power 2 29 RearLockout 2 30 Windshield Heated 3 7 WindshieldWashe...

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