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Fuse

Usage

PULL DOWN

Trunk Pull

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Down Motor

HDLP WASH

Headlamp Washer

ANTENNA

Power Mast Antenna

RSS

Road Sensing Suspension Module
(DeVille Concours Only),
Damper Relay
(DeVille Concours Only)

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Trunk Release Relay, Trunk
Release Solenoid, Fuel Door
Release Relay, Fuel Filler Door
Release Solenoid, Door Lock
Relay, Left Front Door Motors,
PZM, Door Unlock Relay

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Driver and Passenger Seat Lumbar
Switch (Optional), Memory Seat
Module (Optional)

Fuse

Usage

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Road Sensing Suspension
(DeVille Concours Only)

RT PARK

Headlamp Switch, Right
Turn/Stop/Tail Lamps, Right Front
and Rear Sidemarker Lamps,
Right Front Park/Turn Lamps,
License Plate Lamp,
Hazard/Position Lamp Cut

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Relay (Export)

LT PARK

Left Turn/Stop/Tail Lamps,
Left Front and Rear Sidemarker
Lamps, Hazard/Position Lamp
Cut

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Out Relay (Export),

Left Front Park/Turn Lamps,
Underhood Lamp,
Trailer (Optional)

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Summary of Contents for 1999 DeVille

Page 1: ...mation and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions 5 1 Problems on the Road This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overhea...

Page 2: ...ision whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it...

Page 3: ...he 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 co...

Page 4: ...something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you rea...

Page 5: ...ymbols have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER W...

Page 6: ...yellowblue vi NOTES...

Page 7: ...r Everyone 1 11 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 12 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 12 Driver Position 1 20 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 21 Right Front...

Page 8: ...ront part of the seat control adjusts the front angle of the seat cushion D Lifting up or pressing down on the rear part of the seat control adjusts the rear angle of the seat cushion Power Lumbar Con...

Page 9: ...d to increase support and rearward to decrease support The massage cycle will continue to run even if the ignition is turned to OFF unless interrupted Memory Seat and Mirrors If Equipped Automatic sea...

Page 10: ...g warms the seatback and cushion until the seat approximates body temperature The HI setting heats the seat to a slightly higher temperature A telltale light in the control reminds you that the heatin...

Page 11: ...o its job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the...

Page 12: ...tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR or air bag system CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety...

Page 13: ...to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do h...

Page 14: ...yellowblue 1 8 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it...

Page 15: ...yellowblue 1 9 Get it up to speed 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...

Page 16: ...trument panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety b...

Page 17: ...so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buck...

Page 18: ...anual called Children Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part des...

Page 19: ...release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching th...

Page 20: ...the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release handle to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is cente...

Page 21: ...ture won t set and you ll have to start again 5 Now you can add a small amount of slack Lean forward slightly then sit back If you ve added more than 1 inch 25 mm of slack pull the shoulder belt out a...

Page 22: ...won t give nearly as much protection this way 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 b...

Page 23: ...ION You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This coul...

Page 24: ...u can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would appl...

Page 25: ...is twisted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight...

Page 26: ...oor on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously...

Page 27: ...raint SIR systems or air bag systems Your vehicle has four air bags a Next Generation frontal air bag for the driver another Next Generation frontal air bag for the right front passenger a side impact...

Page 28: ...ts the side of your vehicle They aren t designed to inflate in frontal in rollover or in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for...

Page 29: ...g system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this...

Page 30: ...How the Air Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the p...

Page 31: ...CAUTION If something is between an occupant and an air bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t p...

Page 32: ...flate if the crash severity is above the system s designed threshold level The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design Side impact air bags are not designed to inflate in frontal or near...

Page 33: ...nt passenger s frontal air bags and only in moderate to severe side collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s side impact air bags What will you see after an air bag inflates After an ai...

Page 34: ...r parts D Your vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag and related systems It records information about the readiness of the air bag systems when...

Page 35: ...see Service and Owner Publications in the Index CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service Y...

Page 36: ...elt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a l...

Page 37: ...hey can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear o...

Page 38: ...te to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckl...

Page 39: ...n fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop...

Page 40: ...ined while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true even though your v...

Page 41: ...ild small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because an infant s neck i...

Page 42: ...l a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240...

Page 43: ...s When selecting a child restraint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used...

Page 44: ...estraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and about one year of age This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in...

Page 45: ...hese forward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102 cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a...

Page 46: ...o 27 kg or even up to 36 kg and about four to eight years of age A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however...

Page 47: ...ement copy from the manufacturer Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefor...

Page 48: ...you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to p...

Page 49: ...ild restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s...

Page 50: ...ever had to 4 To tighten the belt pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to...

Page 51: ...structions say CAUTION A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger air bag if it inflates even though your vehicle has Next Genera...

Page 52: ...d restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To tighten the bel...

Page 53: ...t Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or...

Page 54: ...le has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up...

Page 55: ...restraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To re...

Page 56: ...dow so the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But...

Page 57: ...der belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the...

Page 58: ...belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits...

Page 59: ...that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job 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 g...

Page 60: ...yellowblue 1 54 NOTES...

Page 61: ...cle Break In 2 18 Ignition Positions 2 20 Starting Your Engine 2 21 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 23 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 26 Parking Brake 2 28 Shifting Into PARK P 2 31 Shifting Out...

Page 62: ...easons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move If they turned the ignition to RUN and moved the shift l...

Page 63: ...a keys The ignition key has a bar code tag attached to it rather than a knock out plug Your dealer or qualified locksmith can make extra ignition keys by reading the bar code tag Keep the bar code tag...

Page 64: ...a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle Fro...

Page 65: ...you move the shift lever out of PARK P all of the doors will lock The doors will unlock every time you stop the vehicle and move the shift lever back into PARK P If someone needs to get out while you...

Page 66: ...2 Then open the door from the outside To cancel the rear door lock 1 Unlock the door and open it from the outside 2 Move the lever all the way down 3 Do the same for the other rear door The rear door...

Page 67: ...to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the devic...

Page 68: ...ust be off for this feature to work The remote keyless entry transmitter can also be used to recall the memory settings for up to two drivers For more information see Memory Seat and Mirrors in the In...

Page 69: ...ated use a pencil or similar object to remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 3 Replace the battery Insert the new battery as the instructions under the cover indicate 4 Snap the transmitter...

Page 70: ...h once The system should now operate properly See your dealer for service if your transmitter doesn t work properly Trunk CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon mo...

Page 71: ...side of the instrument panel to open the trunk You can also press the trunk button on the remote keyless entry transmitter to access the trunk compartment To disable the use of this feature see Valet...

Page 72: ...net to the slots located on the front of the divider walls and attach the hooks to the holes on each side of the storage system Once in place the storage system can be moved forward or rearward for co...

Page 73: ...tic pull down feature you never have to slam the trunk lid in order to close the trunk Instead gently lower the trunk lid until it is nearly shut the automatic pull down unit will take over and lock t...

Page 74: ...steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition and transaxle And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep yo...

Page 75: ...terrent system won t activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock It activates only if you use a power door lock button or the remote keyless entry transmitter To avoid activa...

Page 76: ...rks The horn fuse may be blown To replace the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If the fuse does not need to be replaced you may need to have your vehicle serviced To reduce the possibi...

Page 77: ...uld be checked for damage Starting may be attempted with an undamaged key immediately See your dealer or a locksmith for key service If the STARTING DISABLED REMOVE KEY and WAIT 3 MINUTES messages are...

Page 78: ...rake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Don t tow a trail...

Page 79: ...But turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service OFF C This position lets you turn off th...

Page 80: ...our ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause...

Page 81: ...gine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that...

Page 82: ...eriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting...

Page 83: ...can t move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when th...

Page 84: ...vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle has stopped Also use this gear to rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand witho...

Page 85: ...ve your vehicle serviced right away Until then you can use SECOND 2 when you are driving less than 35 mph 55 km h and OVERDRIVE B for higher speeds THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal drivin...

Page 86: ...se overheating and damage the transaxle Use your brakes to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Parking Brake Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push the parking brake pedal...

Page 87: ...way when you use the manual release lever Before releasing the manual parking brake be sure to put the vehicle in PARK P and turn the ignition to OFF Reach under the driver s side of the instrument pa...

Page 88: ...s what to do first to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly s...

Page 89: ...ift lever into PARK P like this D Pull the lever toward you D Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down set the parking brake 4 Turn the ignition...

Page 90: ...ngine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and ev...

Page 91: ...ck does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting...

Page 92: ...the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the ignition key to OFF Open and close the driver s door to turn off the Retained Accessory Power RAP feature 2 Apply and hold...

Page 93: ...s coming into your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with t...

Page 94: ...won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parking on a hill and if you re pulling a trailer also see Towing a Trailer in the Index Windows Power Windows The power window controls are...

Page 95: ...dow controls on the driver s side Pressing this button down will disable the rear window controls This is a useful feature if you have children as passengers Press the button again to allow your passe...

Page 96: ...or lane change may be caused by a burned out signal bulb Other drivers won t see the turn signal Replace burned out bulbs to help avoid possible accidents Check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breaker...

Page 97: ...or short delay between wipes with this setting Turn the band to the DELAY position The closer you move it to LO the shorter the delay DeVille Only OFF Turn the band to OFF to turn off the wipers Be s...

Page 98: ...der that Rainsense is active The windshield wipers also remain in a high park position the wipers will stop on the windshield rather than their fully rested position even when the ignition is turned o...

Page 99: ...ease this paddle The wipers will clear the windshield and either stop or return to your preset speed For more washer cycles press and hold the paddle LOW WASHER FLUID will be displayed on the Driver I...

Page 100: ...ex When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise...

Page 101: ...the cruise switch from ON to R A Hold it there until you reach a desired speed and then release the switch To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch to R A Each time you do this yo...

Page 102: ...ntrol Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to end cruise control D Step lightly on the brake pedal D Move...

Page 103: ...e ignition switch is turned off the wiper activated headlamps will immediately turn off The wiper activated headlamps will deactivate if you turn off the Twilight Sentinel or if the windshield wipers...

Page 104: ...og lamp switch will remove the HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message To idle your vehicle with the DRL off turn off the Twilight Sentinel and shift the transaxle into PARK P Placing your vehicle in PARK P disab...

Page 105: ...roximately three minutes after the ignition has been turned to OFF or LOCK If you move the control so it is just on the lamps will go off quickly when you turn the ignition switch out of RUN You can a...

Page 106: ...ou need to purposely leave the lamps on for more than 10 minutes with the ignition in LOCK or ACCESSORY turn the manual control knob off and then back on To delay the lamps from turning off see Twilig...

Page 107: ...ition key is placed in the ignition Parade Dimming This feature prohibits dimming of the digital displays during daylight while the headlamps are on This feature operates with the light sensor for the...

Page 108: ...es three minutes if a new car has 15 miles 24 km or less Power will be restored for an additional 10 minutes if any door is opened the trunk is opened or the courtesy lamp switch is turned on Storage...

Page 109: ...he compass automatically calibrates as the vehicle is driven When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirro...

Page 110: ...s D Drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction or D Drive the vehicle on your everyday routine Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leavi...

Page 111: ...ted The control on the driver s door armrest operates both outside rearview mirrors Rotate the control knob to choose the right or left mirror To adjust the mirror push the control knob in the directi...

Page 112: ...formation Center when the vehicle is in REVERSE R This feature may be useful in allowing you to view the curb when you are parallel parking When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE R and a five seco...

Page 113: ...a comes with a coinholder a storage compartment for CDs or tapes an optional phone and a dual cupholder that unfolds for use Map Pocket The map storage pockets are located on each front door as well a...

Page 114: ...loads Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can When not using the net hook the net to the tabs securing it to the sill plate Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter NOTICE Don t put papers or other f...

Page 115: ...away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element Sun Visors Swing down the visor to block out glare It can also be detached from the...

Page 116: ...ication of Front Air Bag Deployment D Emergency Services D Theft Detection Notification and Stolen Vehicle Tracking D Remote Door Unlock D Roadside Assistance with Location D Route Support D Convenien...

Page 117: ...e 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 hol...

Page 118: ...ions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes and modifications to this s...

Page 119: ...ransmitter flash slowly and then rapidly The rapid flashing indicates that the Universal Transmitter has been programmed Release both buttons once the indicator light starts to flash rapidly If you ha...

Page 120: ...flashes rapidly for two seconds and then turns solid the garage door opener has a rolling code system In a rolling code system the garage door motor head unit must be trained to the Universal Transmi...

Page 121: ...now recognize the Universal Transmitter You may either use the Universal Transmitter or the hand held transmitter to open the garage door If after following these instructions you still have problems...

Page 122: ...yellowblue 2 62 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 123: ...ion Center Control Buttons D Cluster E Steering Column Shift Lever DeVille and DeVille d Elegance only F Electronic Climate Controls G Radio H Lamp Controls I HVAC Steering Wheel Controls or Cellular...

Page 124: ...trument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many of the other things you ll need to know...

Page 125: ...yellowblue 2 65 Analog Cluster DeVille Concours Only United States version shown Canada similar...

Page 126: ...these buttons you can tell how far you ve traveled since you last set the trip odometer back to zero For information on resetting these buttons see Digital or Analog Control Buttons in the Index Engl...

Page 127: ...n your vehicle The pictures will help you locate them Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying at...

Page 128: ...f the driver s belt is already buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG The system c...

Page 129: ...her part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This li...

Page 130: ...if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem Parking Brake Indicator Light This light comes on when the park...

Page 131: ...system If the light still stays on or comes on again while you re driving your vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti l...

Page 132: ...ystem problem that is specifically related to traction control the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on D If the traction control system is affected by an engine re...

Page 133: ...ion of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life...

Page 134: ...ection Maintenance test This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This light wi...

Page 135: ...cal system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Are you low on fuel As your engine starts to run out of fuel your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts o...

Page 136: ...o warn you if something goes wrong When the light comes on and stays on it means that oil isn t flowing through your engine properly You could be low on oil and you might have some other system proble...

Page 137: ...formation Center DIC On the analog fuel gage the FUEL LEVEL LOW message will also appear If the fuel level is less than approximately 3 gallons 11 4 L from being empty the letter E is shown Here are a...

Page 138: ...conomy is at that instant The computer takes a new reading twice every second It will show economy up to 70 miles per gallon or 2 L per 100 km To reset the average fuel economy press the INFORMATION S...

Page 139: ...he fuel level falls below four gallons 15 2 L all of the displays will come back on ENG MET You can change the display from English miles to metric kilometers by pressing this button The same button a...

Page 140: ...OIL LIFE LEFT Pressing RESET NO when a non resettable display appears will cause a recall mode to occur When this happens all DIC warning messages that have been displayed since the ignition key was t...

Page 141: ...ressing this button repeatedly will display the RANGE MPG AVG MPG INST GAL FUEL USED AVG MPH BATTERY VOLTS and OIL LIFE LEFT TIMER This feature is like a stopwatch in that you can clock the time it ta...

Page 142: ...l changed DIC Messages These messages will appear if there is a problem sensed in one of your vehicle s systems Vehicles that are first sold in Canada will have a number after each message This number...

Page 143: ...ation Be sure to follow the manufacturer s instructions when recharging the battery If this message appears while driving or after starting your vehicle and stays on have it checked immediately to det...

Page 144: ...CK OIL LEVEL 36 For correct operation of the low oil sensing system your vehicle should be on a level surface A false CHECK OIL LEVEL message may appear if the vehicle is parked on grades The oil leve...

Page 145: ...turn to a normal A C compressor operation If this message continues to appear have the system repaired as soon as possible to avoid compressor damage ENGINE MISFIRE EASE OFF GAS PEDAL 114 An engine mi...

Page 146: ...ult has occurred in your vehicle s memory See your dealership for service PROGRAM PASS KEY 31 This warning message displays when the PASS KeyR II pellet information has not been programmed into your v...

Page 147: ...problem with the idle control has occurred when this message displays Bring your vehicle to your dealership for service SERVICE RIDE SYS 84 This message is displayed to indicate that the suspension s...

Page 148: ...Personalized Automotive Security System PASS KeyR II senses that an improper ignition key is being used to try to start the vehicle Check the ignition key for damage If it is damaged it may need to be...

Page 149: ...raction control system will be available again and the TRACTION READY message will appear TRANS FLUID RESET 48 With the engine not running and the ignition on press and hold the OFF and rear defog but...

Page 150: ...ngle beep will sound through the left front speaker If your vehicle is in PARK P you can recall mirror and seating positions by briefly pressing button 1 or 2 This will adjust the seat and mirrors to...

Page 151: ...turned to OFF A yes or no response must be made after each prompt is displayed in order to continue on to the next prompt or personalization feature Press the TRIP YES YES TRIP RESET button to choose...

Page 152: ...ss the INFORMATION SKIP SKIP INFO button to skip to the next personalization feature To begin programming your vehicle s ignition must be in RUN Press and hold the INFORMATION SKIP SKIP INFO and RESET...

Page 153: ...alization features press the INFORMATION SKIP SKIP INFO button When REMOTE RECALL MEMORY appears the driver is able to recall memory settings when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmi...

Page 154: ...r press the RESET NO NO INFO RESET button to indicate a no response FEATURE ON appears when a yes response is made and FEATURE OFF shows when a no response is made Since this is the last personalizati...

Page 155: ...to determine the proper system response If the computer controller detects a problem within the system the DIC will display a SERVICE RIDE CONTROL message If this message appears have your vehicle ser...

Page 156: ...iles 12 500 km It may indicate changing the oil before 3 000 miles 5 000 km depending on your driving habits If the vehicle has been driven 7 500 miles 12 500 km it will indicate to change the oil If...

Page 157: ...imate Control Personalization If Equipped 3 14 Audio Systems 3 14 Setting the Clock 3 14 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 3 18 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player If Equipped...

Page 158: ...ECC system you can control the heating cooling and ventilation in your vehicle Your vehicle also has a flow through ventilation system described later in this section Digital Cluster Climate Control P...

Page 159: ...nsor is located near the front grille The sensor can be affected by road or engine heat during idling slow driving or when the engine is first started after a short trip In order to ensure proper auto...

Page 160: ...low may come out of the air conditioning outlets AC mode to maintain comfort and prevent stuffiness If your vehicle is sitting out on a hot day and you have it set on AUTO the air will first flow out...

Page 161: ...Use this setting in cold or cool weather to save fuel The AUTO setting is used when it s warm outside and you need to cool the air in order to maintain a selected temperature and blower speed FAN SPE...

Page 162: ...ated below the radio Press the up arrow to increase the temperature and press the down arrow to decrease the climate setting Pressing the OFF button will turn off the dual zone function Outside Temper...

Page 163: ...faster With the automatic setting the air conditioning compressor automatically cycles when needed to cool the air In cold weather when the system senses the need for heat the airflow will be directe...

Page 164: ...r frost from the windshield This setting sends most of the airflow to the windshield with only a small amount to the floor outlets FAN SPEEDS Press the button with the fan symbol on it until AUTO is d...

Page 165: ...he amount of fresh air entering your vehicle This is helpful when you are trying to cool the air quickly or limit odors entering your vehicle In the AUTO mode the system will use recirculation as nece...

Page 166: ...mes notice slight changes in your vehicle s engine speed and power This is normal because the system is designed to cycle the compressor on and off to keep the desired temperature Heating With the dig...

Page 167: ...select DEFROST from AUTO the system will control the fan speed The temperature also needs to be adjusted by turning the TEMP AUTO knob Note that recirculation is not available in the defrost or defog...

Page 168: ...located in the center and at each side of the instrument panel You can adjust the direction of airflow by moving the center control levers or you can stop the airflow by moving the lever located on ea...

Page 169: ...n arrow lever to decrease temperature Climate Control Personalization If Equipped With this feature your vehicle will recall the latest climate control settings as adjusted the last time your vehicle...

Page 170: ...e 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 mo...

Page 171: ...ered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press BAND to select AM FM1 or FM2 3 Tune in the desired s...

Page 172: ...a cassette tape The tape will begin playing as soon as it is inserted When one side of your cassettetape is done playing auto reverse plays the other side of your cassette tape If you want to insert a...

Page 173: ...to change the side of the tape that is playing PLAY shows on the display SOURCE Press this button to select a source If no cassette tape is in the tape player CASS appears on the display and then the...

Page 174: ...loaded NO SOURCE LOADED will appear on the display Press this button again or press BAND to switch back to the radio MUTE Press this button to silence the system Press it again to turn on the sound Fi...

Page 175: ...o will not stop at the preset station Setting the Tone TONE Press and release this button until the desired tone control BASS or TREBLE is found The radio keeps separate tone settings for each band ea...

Page 176: ...may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in RW mode Press the left arrow again to return to playing speed FF Press the right arrow to fast forward to another part of th...

Page 177: ...ette tape for clearer sound for CrO2 cassette tapes Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in If the ignition and the radio are on and the und...

Page 178: ...o to a selection stop for a few seconds then go on to the next selection Press this button again to stop scanning RDM Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order Press...

Page 179: ...scan radio stations The radio will go to a station stop for five seconds then go on to the next station Press this button again to stop scanning PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you retur...

Page 180: ...radio RDS 1 With RDS off press the RDS SELECT button followed by this button to turn RDS on The RDS display will turn on You must have RDS on to use the new RDS functions The RDS display will also tu...

Page 181: ...receive traffic announcements from stations in the network related to the tuned station If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements the radio will seek to a station which do...

Page 182: ...EWS will appear on the display for three seconds The PTY shown will be the last PTY selected While this message is displayed use tand uto move up and down the PTY list If you pause on a PTY for three...

Page 183: ...ents Alert announcements will come on even if RDS mode is turned off ALERT appears on the display when an alert announcement plays The radio uses TA volume during these announcements To increase volum...

Page 184: ...t passengers in the vehicle may not get the same effect D LIVE This setting is used to enhance the stereo effect D AUDITORIUM This setting is used to make the listening space seem larger Adjusting the...

Page 185: ...ht arrow again to return to playing speed TUNE SEEK When this button is pressed it has two positions This button works the same whether it is pressed to the first or second position Press this button...

Page 186: ...ery hot the disc may not play If the disc comes out it could be that D The disc is upside down D It is dirty scratched or wet D The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again If any erro...

Page 187: ...Nostalga Nostalgia Oldies Oldies Persnlty Personality Public Public R B Rhythm and Blues Rel Musc Religious Music Rel Talk Religious Talk PTY List Description Rock M Rock Music Soft Soft Soft Rock So...

Page 188: ...rt the adapter This override routine will remain active until the eject button is pressed Trunk Mounted CD Changer If Equipped With the compact disc changer you can play up to 12 discs continuously No...

Page 189: ...scs in the magazine 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 marked on top of...

Page 190: ...M Stereo with Cassette Tape Player use SEEK TUNE For all other audio systems use TUNE SEEK SEEK TUNE Press the right arrow to seek to the next selection Press the left arrow to search for the previous...

Page 191: ...urce The audio source must be loaded to play If none of the audio sources are loaded NO SOURCE LOADED will appear on the display Press this button again or press BAND to switch back to the radio CD wi...

Page 192: ...tter corresponds to driver 1 or to driver 2 The radio settings will automatically adjust to where they were last set by the identified driver The settings can also be recalled by briefly pressing the...

Page 193: ...the Vehicle Identification Number VIN Each time the ignition is turned on the VIN is verified If the vehicle s VIN does not match the VIN stored in the radio THEFTLOCK will be activated and the audio...

Page 194: ...pecially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if...

Page 195: ...use Your radio may display CLN or CLEAN TAPE to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer If this message appears on the display your cassette t...

Page 196: ...The radio will display to show the indicator was reset If your vehicle is equipped with any other radio press and hold the eject button for three seconds to reset the CLEAN TAPE indicator after you cl...

Page 197: ...e radio or ignition off and on 6 Repeat if necessary NOTICE Don t lubricate the power antenna Lubrication could damage it NOTICE Before entering an automatic car wash turn off your radio to make the p...

Page 198: ...yellowblue 3 42 NOTES...

Page 199: ...e Driving 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 10 Steering 4 12 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 14 Loss of Control 4 15 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4...

Page 200: ...st preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you...

Page 201: ...rink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then dri...

Page 202: ...n some 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 over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course a...

Page 203: ...cohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that...

Page 204: ...bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more...

Page 205: ...he pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and...

Page 206: ...e wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver cou...

Page 207: ...TION ENGAGED message will display on the Driver Information Center when the traction control system is limiting wheel spin See Driver Information Center Messages in the Index You may feel or hear the...

Page 208: ...ng Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort MagnasteerR This system continuously adjus...

Page 209: ...oad conditions Under less favorable conditions you ll want to go slower If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight a...

Page 210: ...e is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder...

Page 211: ...lly indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic D Do...

Page 212: ...when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to s...

Page 213: ...wn on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration o...

Page 214: ...om headlamps but 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 d...

Page 215: ...t wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it har...

Page 216: ...es Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could...

Page 217: ...droplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If yo...

Page 218: ...Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and e...

Page 219: ...merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once y...

Page 220: ...e have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Cadillac dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here...

Page 221: ...leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is we...

Page 222: ...RAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none go...

Page 223: ...craper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will...

Page 224: ...ut wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it s about freezing 32_F 0_C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ic...

Page 225: ...where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a pat...

Page 226: ...can t see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from...

Page 227: ...or so until help comes Recreational Vehicle Towing Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index NOTIC...

Page 228: ...is weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all options not installed in the factory The other label is the Certification label found on the rear...

Page 229: ...hicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash...

Page 230: ...should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durabi...

Page 231: ...en towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do with wei...

Page 232: ...r you can write us at Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 436004 Pontiac MI 48343 6004 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Ce...

Page 233: ...eight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some...

Page 234: ...railer brakes so you ll be able to maintain them properly Trailer Wiring Harness If your vehicle is equipped with the 3 000 lb 1 360 kg trailer towing package option your vehicle comes with a pouch co...

Page 235: ...king and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle bef...

Page 236: ...ou start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce y...

Page 237: ...vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule booklet for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transa...

Page 238: ...yellowblue 4 40 NOTES...

Page 239: ...lems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 3 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 8 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 19...

Page 240: ...ont and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off Press the button in to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off This light on the instrument panel will flash indicating that the...

Page 241: ...feet 100 m behind your vehicle Jump Starting If your battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Please follow the steps below to do it safely...

Page 242: ...gative ground both vehicles can be damaged 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connec...

Page 243: ...to take care of that first If you don t explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush t...

Page 244: ...once the engine is running 7 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery 8 Don t let the other end of the positive cable touch metal Connect it to the...

Page 245: ...but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and...

Page 246: ...r fog lamp areas of the vehicle With current trends in automotive styles and design it is essential that the correct towing equipment is used to tow a vehicle Your vehicle can be towed with wheel lift...

Page 247: ...nce This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency you may drive up to 50 miles 80 km Towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided NOTICE Af...

Page 248: ...ly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly dam...

Page 249: ...bout 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam idle the engine fo...

Page 250: ...l should be indicated by a CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message on the Driver Information Center If it is you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the coo...

Page 251: ...he use of coolant other than DEX COOLR is not covered by your new vehicle warranty If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the e...

Page 252: ...der pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap...

Page 253: ...could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE In...

Page 254: ...ap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to...

Page 255: ...rt the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If t...

Page 256: ...a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator ped...

Page 257: ...d they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Put the shift lever in PARK P 2 Set the parking brake firmly 3 Turn off the engine To be...

Page 258: ...nk Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk Turn the retainer center dial on the compact spare cover counterclockwise to remove it Lift and remove the cover See Compact Spare Tire in the Index f...

Page 259: ...yellowblue 5 21 Turn the nut holding the jack and wheel wrench counterclockwise and remove it Then remove the jack and wrench The tools you ll be using include the jack A and the wheel wrench B...

Page 260: ...l 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 Removing the Flat Tire and Installi...

Page 261: ...acking location from the diagrams above and corresponding cutouts in the plastic molding 3 Attach the wheel wrench to the jack Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the jack lift head until...

Page 262: ...to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Position the jack under the vehicle and raise the jack lift head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle s fr...

Page 263: ...le In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on st...

Page 264: ...n CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have...

Page 265: ...Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store...

Page 266: ...ehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare t...

Page 267: ...here you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE When the compact spar...

Page 268: ...If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking...

Page 269: ...yellowblue 5 31 NOTES...

Page 270: ...yellowblue 5 32 NOTES...

Page 271: ...6 11 Engine Oil 6 16 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 19 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 23 Engine Coolant 6 27 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 28 Brakes 6 32 Battery 6 33 Bulb Replacement 6 41 Windshield Wiper Blad...

Page 272: ...t to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see...

Page 273: ...e middle grade or regular unleaded gasolines but your vehicle may not accelerate as well It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the American Automobile Ma...

Page 274: ...g additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask your service station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If...

Page 275: ...any that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN...

Page 276: ...key is in any position and the VALET lockout button is in the OFF position An alternate fuel door release is located inside of the trunk on the driver s side Pull it to release the fuel door While ref...

Page 277: ...leaning the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system c...

Page 278: ...Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checkin...

Page 279: ...e to open the hood It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever which is located under the front edge of t...

Page 280: ...Steering Fluid D Engine Oil Fill Location E Engine Oil Dipstick Location F Brake Master Cylinder G Transaxle Dipstick Fluid Fill Location H Engine Air Cleaner Filter I Windshield Washer Fluid Before c...

Page 281: ...the dipstick level and add oil as needed It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level gro...

Page 282: ...xplains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upp...

Page 283: ...nstitute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have yo...

Page 284: ...y low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer that...

Page 285: ...certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner...

Page 286: ...the engine Be sure the engine has cooled before following these steps to replace the air cleaner filter 1 Disconnect the Intake Air Temperature IAT sensor from the base of the air cleaner 2 With a scr...

Page 287: ...is located next to the IAT sensor 5 Pivot the air cleaner and air duct assembly toward the front of the vehicle Remove the cover 6 Take out the air cleaner filter and remove any loose debris that may...

Page 288: ...the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Maintenance Schedule booklet CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off...

Page 289: ...NGE TRANS FLUID appears on the Driver Information Center See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Maintenance Schedule booklet How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may ch...

Page 290: ...using for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P D Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps 1 The...

Page 291: ...the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper leve...

Page 292: ...2 Press and hold the OFF and rear defog buttons on the climate control at the same time until the TRANS FLUID RESET message appears on the DIC Surge Tank Pressure Cap NOTICE The surge tank cap is a 15...

Page 293: ...DEX COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the...

Page 294: ...your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolan...

Page 295: ...diator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a le...

Page 296: ...on t spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located next to the engine coolant surge tank o...

Page 297: ...luids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule booklet Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When...

Page 298: ...tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if free...

Page 299: ...n t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You shoul...

Page 300: ...brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example jus...

Page 301: ...ng conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary...

Page 302: ...formance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with an ACDelco FreedomR battery When it s time for a n...

Page 303: ...ure not listed in this section contact your dealer s service department Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others coul...

Page 304: ...ounterclockwise to unlock the socket from the lamp housing 3 Disconnect the socket from the harness by separating the locking clip 4 Install the new bulb and socket to the wiring harness connector Mak...

Page 305: ...r vehicle is damaged in an accident the headlamp aim may be affected Aim adjustment may be necessary if it is difficult to see lane markers for horizontal aim or if oncoming drivers flash their high b...

Page 306: ...while headlamp aiming is being done D There should not be any cargo or loading of the vehicle except it should have a full tank of fuel and one person or 160 lbs 75 kg on the driver s seat D Close al...

Page 307: ...ntal Aiming Screw C Indicator 1 Turn the horizontal aiming screw until the indicator is lined up with zero B Vertical Aiming Screw D Level Bubble 2 Turn the vertical aiming screw until the level bubbl...

Page 308: ...gnal lamps are located below the headlamps To access lift off the headlamp cover see Step 1 under Headlamps 2 Turn the housing socket clockwise to unlock the socket from the lamp housing 3 Remove the...

Page 309: ...er High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 1 Lift the trim cover to remove 2 Twist the socket counterclockwise and remove the socket and bulb from the housing 3 Replace the bulb Reverse the steps to reassemble th...

Page 310: ...orxR screw but don t remove it 2 Gently tilt the top portion of the lamp housing to access the bulb sockets If you can t access the lower bulb socket remove the lamp housing completely 3 Press the bul...

Page 311: ...ice a year for wear or cracking See Wiper Blade Check in the Maintenance Schedule booklet under Part B Owner Checks and Services for more information It s a good idea to clean or replace the wiper bla...

Page 312: ...es with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see your Cadillac Warranty booklet for details CAUTION Po...

Page 313: ...on Tire Pressure in this section for inflation pressure adjustment for higher speed driving Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label which is located on the rear edge of the driver s...

Page 314: ...o much heat D Tire overloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D B...

Page 315: ...your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressure...

Page 316: ...e or location 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 had a Tire...

Page 317: ...th the wheels on your vehicle Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades ti...

Page 318: ...gned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades a...

Page 319: ...ir replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have t...

Page 320: ...iven It could fail suddenly and cause an accident If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains NOTICE Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use on...

Page 321: ...and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle D Alcohol D Laundry Soap D Bleach D Reducing Agents Cleanin...

Page 322: ...s product D Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work...

Page 323: ...side of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or wi...

Page 324: ...your vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care...

Page 325: ...uld damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on any wheels other than chrome plated wheels Use chrome polish only on chrome plated wheels but avoid any painted surface of the wheel and buff off imm...

Page 326: ...h they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of t...

Page 327: ...c rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with water...

Page 328: ...certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service...

Page 329: ...in some cases to remain off If this happens have the headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is powered by a MaxiFuse If the motor overheats due to heavy s...

Page 330: ...ays Export Hazard Position Lamp Cut Out Relay Export Trunk and Fuel Door Release Solenoids and Relays Door Lock Unlock Relays Damper Relay DeVille Concours Only Parking Lamp Relay Right and Left Park...

Page 331: ...e Courtesy Lamp Relay LAMPS Headlamps Fuse Relay High Low Beam Control Relay Fog Lamp Fuse DeVille Concours Only Hazard Fuse Mirror Fuse Inadvertent Power Relay Right and Left High Beam Fuse Right and...

Page 332: ...enoid Park Rev Fuse Park Relay Powertrain Control Module PCM Fuse AC Compressor Fuse and Relay Cooling Fan Relays Reverse Relay BRAKES Anti Lock Brake System ABS Brake Modulator COOL FNS Cooling Fan R...

Page 333: ...identical size and rating If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along wit...

Page 334: ...Courtesy Lamp Relay Front Reading Lamps Rear Vanity Lamps and Reading Lamps DeVille Concours d Elegance Only CIG LTR1 Front Cigarette Lighter Rear Cigarette Lighter DeVille Concours Only CIG LTR 2 Rig...

Page 335: ...or Module Optional Dimmer Switch Cluster DRL Daytime Running Lamp DRL Relay Left and Right Low Beam in DRL Mode DRL Resistor Fuse Usage IGN 0 ENG Powertrain Control Module PCM SPARE Not Used ABS Anti...

Page 336: ...ump OXY SEN1 Oxygen Sensor Front OXY SEN2 Oxygen Sensor Rear Catalytic Converter CAT Rear Oxygen Sensor Relay A C COMP RELAY FUEL PUMP RELAY Rear Compartment Fuse Block This fuse block is located on t...

Page 337: ...Rear Defog Relay ELC Relay DeVille Concours Only Dual Zone Switch DeVille and DeVille d Elegance Only Fuse Usage COMFORT CD Player Remote Keyless Entry RKE Controlled Power Relay Air Control Module AC...

Page 338: ...Front Door Motors PZM Door Unlock Relay BATT Driver and Passenger Seat Lumbar Switch Optional Memory Seat Module Optional Fuse Usage RSS Road Sensing Suspension DeVille Concours Only RT PARK Headlamp...

Page 339: ...o Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule booklet for more information Engine Specifications Displacement 279 cubic inches 4 565 cc Type 4 6L DOHC V8 VIN Engine Code DeVille and...

Page 340: ...air conditioning refrigerants are the same If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure ask your dealer Normal Maintenanc...

Page 341: ...Text Telephone TTY Users 7 4 Customer Assistance Offices 7 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Service 7 7 Roadside Service for the Hearing or Speech Impaired 7 8 Courtes...

Page 342: ...ntact the owner of the dealership or the general manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further hel...

Page 343: ...to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing any court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the deci...

Page 344: ...ion Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 All Over...

Page 345: ...ited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease See your dealer for more details or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 GM...

Page 346: ...ty covered situation and for a nominal charge if the Cadillac is no longer under warranty Roadside Service is available only in the United States and Canada Cadillac Owner Privilegest Roadside Service...

Page 347: ...ervice Dial the toll free Roadside Service number 1 800 882 1112 An experienced Roadside Service Advisor will assist you and request the following information D A description of the problem D Name hom...

Page 348: ...aged to drive the vehicle until scheduling can be accomplished If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to al...

Page 349: ...courtesy rental Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper to Bumper warranty coverage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separa...

Page 350: ...detailed warranty information REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you shoul...

Page 351: ...certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 458 8006 or write Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 436004 Pontiac MI 48343 6004 In Canada please call us...

Page 352: ...d to provide basic operational information about the vehicle In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 15 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL...

Page 353: ...99 90 00 1999 50 00 1999 15 00 1999 10 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 5 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax See Note Below GM CAD ORD99 Prices are subject to ch...

Page 354: ...yellowblue 7 14 NOTES...

Page 355: ...Balance Tire 6 49 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 6 55 Analog Cluster Climate Control Panel 3 6 Analog Control Buttons 2 81 Antenna Power 3 41 Antifreeze 6 23 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 71 4 7 B...

Page 356: ...31 Bulb Replacement 6 33 Center High Mounted Stoplamp 6 39 Front Turn Signal Lamps 6 38 Headlamps 6 33 Rear Turn Signal Lamp 6 40 Taillamps 6 40 Capacities and Specifications 6 69 Carbon Monoxide 2 33...

Page 357: ...Outside of Your Vehicle 6 54 Speaker Covers 6 52 Tires 6 55 Vinyl 6 52 Wheels 6 55 Wood Panels 6 52 Climate Control Personalization 3 13 Steering Wheel Controls 3 13 System 3 2 Clock Setting the 3 14...

Page 358: ...em 2 5 Fuel Release 6 6 Locks 2 4 Map Pocket 2 53 Driver Door Ajar Message 2 85 Driver Information Center DIC 2 79 Driver Position 1 12 Driver s Outside Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 52 Driving City...

Page 359: ...6 13 When to Change 6 14 Engine Speed Limiter 2 67 English Metric Button 2 66 Ethanol 6 4 Exhaust Engine 2 33 4 28 Express Down Window 2 35 Extender Safety Belts 1 53 Exterior Lamps 2 42 Exterior Lig...

Page 360: ...ulbs 6 33 Handles Assist 2 56 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Head Restraints 1 6 Headlamps 2 43 Aiming 6 35 Bulb Replacement 6 33 High Low Beam 2 36 Suggested Message 2 85 Wiper Activated 2 43 Wiring 6 5...

Page 361: ...hicle 2 7 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running 2 30 Level Control Electronic 4 31 Light Sensor 2 46 Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror 2 55 Lighter 2 55 Lights Air Bag Readiness 1 23 2 68 Anti Lock B...

Page 362: ...and Mirrors 1 3 Power Remote Control 2 51 MMT 6 4 Model Reference ii Monitored Systems OK Message 2 86 Mountain Road Driving 4 23 Multifunction Lever 2 36 Net Convenience 2 54 Neutral Automatic Trans...

Page 363: ...ey Message 2 86 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 5 2 91 Publications Service and Owner 7 11 7 12 Pull Down Feature Automatic Trunk Lid 2 13 Radios 3 14 3 18 3 22 Data Systems RDS Program Type PTY S...

Page 364: ...t Usage 1 16 1 51 1 52 Lap Shoulder 1 12 1 31 Larger Children 1 50 Questions and Answers 1 11 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1 31 Rear Seat Passengers 1 31 Reminder Light 1 7 2 68 Replacing Aft...

Page 365: ...1 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 14 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment 1 14 Signaling Turns 2 36 SIR 1 21 Skidding 4 14 Sound Equipment Adding 3 39 Spare Tire Compact 5 29 Speaker Covers Cleaning 6 5...

Page 366: ...Cleaning 6 55 Compact Spare 5 29 Inflation Pressure 6 43 Inspection and Rotation 6 45 Loading 4 30 Temperature 6 48 Traction 6 48 Treadwear 6 48 Uniform Quality Grading 6 47 Wear Indicators 6 46 Whee...

Page 367: ...Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 2 36 On Chime 2 36 On Message 2 89 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4 38 Twilight SentinelR 2 45 Umbrella Holder 2 56 Underbody Maintenance 6 56 Underhood Fuse Block...

Page 368: ...Replacement 6 49 Wrench 5 20 5 21 Windows 2 34 Express Down 2 35 Power 2 34 Rear Defogger 3 11 Rear Lockout 2 35 Windshield Washer 2 39 Windshield Washer Fluid 2 39 6 27 Windshield Wipers 2 37 Blade R...

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