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Replacement Bulbs

Application

Number

Headlamps Composite

Inner High Beam

9005 HB3

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Outer Low Beam

9006 HB4

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Front Turn Signal

2357 NA

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Stop/Taillamp

3057

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Rear Turn Signal

3057

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Capacities and Specifications

The following approximate capacities are given in
English and metric conversions. Please refer to
“Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the
Maintenance Schedule booklet for more information.

Engine Specifications

Displacement

279 cubic inches (4 565 cc)

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Type

4.6 L DOHC V8

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VIN Engine Code

SLS

Y

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STS

9

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Horsepower

SLS

275 (bhp) @ 5600 rpm

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205 (kW) @ 5600 rpm

STS

300 (bhp) @ 6000 rpm

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224 (kW) @ 6000 rpm

Torque

SLS

300 (lb

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407 (N·m) @ 4000 rpm

STS

295 (lb

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400 (N·m) @ 4400 rpm

Firing Order

1

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7

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8

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Thermostat Starts To Open

177

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184

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85

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Summary of Contents for 1999 Seville

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: ...elts They re For 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 18 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1...

Page 8: ...e cushion D Lift up or push down on the seat control to move the entire seat up or down D To move the seat forward or rearward slide the seat control forward or rearward Power Lumbar Control If Equipp...

Page 9: ...he proper position With the ignition on press the control up to activate the adaptive seat The lumbar will automatically adjust to your body s positioning for the duration of the trip in four minute c...

Page 10: ...on This option is only available if your vehicle is equipped with the power lumbar control feature The front seat controls are located in the center console The rear seat controls are located on the r...

Page 11: ...d like this The shoulder belt can t do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen T...

Page 12: ...forward and rearward also Rear seat head restraints tilt forward and rearward Safety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you som...

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: ...now which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt...

Page 19: ...e 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...

Page 20: ...belt is too loose It 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...

Page 21: ...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 22: ...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 23: ...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 24: ...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 25: ...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 26: ...g hits the side of your vehicle They aren t designed to inflate in frontal in rollover or in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag...

Page 27: ...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 28: ...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 29: ...AUTION If something is between an occupant and an air bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put...

Page 30: ...everity is above the system s designed threshold level The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design Side impact air bags are not designed to inflate in frontal or near frontal impacts rol...

Page 31: ...ntal 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 air bag inflates it...

Page 32: ...bout the readiness of the system when the sensors are activated and driver s safety belt usage at deployment Some modules also record speed engine rpm brake and throttle data D Let only qualified tech...

Page 33: ...for you is qualified to do so The air bag systems do not need regular maintenance Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted...

Page 34: ...s you more 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 Pull up on the lat...

Page 35: ...the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The should...

Page 36: ...ct the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies CAUTION Children who are up...

Page 37: ...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 38: ...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 39: ...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 40: ...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 41: ...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 42: ...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 43: ...rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why CA...

Page 44: ...one for you free of charge Or you may install the anchor yourself using the instructions provided in the kit Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt Se...

Page 45: ...belt if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to un...

Page 46: ...he way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front pas...

Page 47: ...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 48: ...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 49: ...he vehicle s safety belts Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need to use the safety belts properly D Children who aren t buckled up can b...

Page 50: ...ap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the...

Page 51: ...ld wears the 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 The lap por...

Page 52: ...tect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The...

Page 53: ...9 New Vehicle Break In 2 19 Ignition Positions 2 21 Starting Your Engine 2 22 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 24 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 27 Parking Brake 2 29 Shifting Into PARK P 2 31 Shi...

Page 54: ...ons 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 ACC or ON and moved the shif...

Page 55: ...security and theft deterrence The keys also come with a bar code tag Keep the bar code tag in a safe place If you lose your key you will be able to have a new one made using the bar code tag The repl...

Page 56: ...ever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use either the key or the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter Because your vehicle has the theft de...

Page 57: ...back 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 door locks When the door is closed again it will not lock automatically Use t...

Page 58: ...Door Lock 1 You may unlock the door by using the remote keyless entry transmitter the front door power lock switch or by lifting the rear door manual lock Open the door from the outside 2 Move the lev...

Page 59: ...s subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of...

Page 60: ...ton to open the trunk The valet lock switch must be in the OFF position Press this button to open the fuel door The valet lock switch must be in the OFF position The numbers on the back of the RKE tra...

Page 61: ...itter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the battery NOTICE When replacing the battery us...

Page 62: ...the vehicle s operating range may cause the transmitter not to work Replacing the battery and pressing the transmitter buttons out of range will also cause the transmitter not to work If only the fue...

Page 63: ...tting on AUTO and the temperature between 65_F 18_C and 85_F 29_C That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets on or under the instrument p...

Page 64: ...he trunk storage system on the center of the trunk floor the cut out portion of the storage system should be facing the front of the vehicle Slide the storage system fully forward 3 Center the storage...

Page 65: ...move the trunk storage system from the trunk 5 Replace the spare tire panel handle 6 Replace the mat on the floor of the trunk There is also a small storage compartment located on the right of the tru...

Page 66: ...side air into your vehicle D Open all air ducts on the instrument panel Don t use the Trunk Lid Tie Down if you are towing a trailer or if you are carrying a pet in the trunk because of the danger of...

Page 67: ...ransaxle 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 valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take...

Page 68: ...RKE system Pressing the unlock button on the RKE transmitter disables the theft deterrent system Unlocking a door any other way will activate the alarm when a door or the trunk is opened If you activ...

Page 69: ...to secure your vehicle Note that the RKE transmitter can t open the trunk or fuel door if the valet lock switch is in the ON position PASS KeyR III Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS Key III Perso...

Page 70: ...engine does not start and the STARTING DISABLED REMOVE KEY message is displayed in the Driver Information Center your key should be checked for damage Turn the ignition off and try again If the engin...

Page 71: ...lier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions...

Page 72: ...ON This is the position for driving START This position starts the engine Retained Accessory Power RAP The following accessories on your vehicle may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key...

Page 73: ...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 74: ...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 75: ...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 76: ...others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into PARK P in the Ind...

Page 77: ...ing use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot i...

Page 78: ...B D When driving on hilly winding roads D When going down a steep hill SECOND 2 This position gives you more power You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mo...

Page 79: ...ransaxle 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 down with your left foot to se...

Page 80: ...al springs back quickly Keep your hand and arm away 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 Re...

Page 81: ...he vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing...

Page 82: ...in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put t...

Page 83: ...en the ignition is in ON See Automatic Transaxle in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever Push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake appl...

Page 84: ...unconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your ve...

Page 85: ...he engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking...

Page 86: ...vate the express down feature If you want to stop the window as it is lowering press the control again Rear Window Lockout This is a useful feature if you have children as passengers Pressing the LOCK...

Page 87: ...r tilt feature push the control up and the steering wheel will tilt up Push the control down and the steering wheel will go down Push the control forward and the steering wheel moves toward the front...

Page 88: ...the Driver Information Center DIC will display TURN SIGNAL ON after driving about a mile to remind you to turn it off Arrows that flash rapidly when signaling for a turn or lane change may be caused...

Page 89: ...er there Release the lever to turn them off D If the headlamps are on low beam they will remain active and the high beam will also illuminate until you release the lever Windshield Wipers You can cont...

Page 90: ...the passenger s interior side of the windshield behind the rearview mirror and is used to automatically operate the wipers by monitoring the amount of moisture that is on the windshield The Rainsense...

Page 91: ...unt of windshield washer fluid you need CAUTION In freezing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision...

Page 92: ...pply your brakes CAUTION D Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic D Cruise control can be...

Page 93: ...iefly to reset This returns you to your desired preset speed The CRUISE telltale will come on If you hold the lever at RES ACC more than half a second the vehicle will accelerate until you release the...

Page 94: ...ol on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maint...

Page 95: ...ff The parking brake indicator light will be on if the parking lamps are on Headlamps The control for the headlamps is on the left side of the instrument panel Turn the exterior lamps control knob all...

Page 96: ...am headlamps at reduced brightness will be on No other exterior lamps such as the parking lamps taillamps etc will be on when the DRL are being used Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When t...

Page 97: ...the fog lamps and the parking lamps are on Pushing the fog lamp button again will turn them off If you turn on the high beam headlamps the fog lamps will turn off They ll turn back on again when you c...

Page 98: ...el is turned off a HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message will display on the Driver s Information Center DIC This message informs the driver that turning on the exterior lamps is recommended it s become dark en...

Page 99: ...see Twilight Sentinel in the Index Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Intensity Brightness Control With the parking lamps on the instrument panel lighting automatically dims when it becomes dark outside...

Page 100: ...r backlighting to turn on The courtesy lamps turn off approximately 25 seconds after the last door is closed or after the ignition key is turned to RUN or if the RKE transmitter lock button is pressed...

Page 101: ...glass the heated seats may not get as warm as they usually do and the fan blower may cut back to a lower speed For more battery saving information see Battery Saver Active Message in the Index Inadve...

Page 102: ...has a time delay feature which prevents unnecessary changing from the night back to the day position This delay prevents rapid changing of the mirror as you drive under lights and through traffic Comp...

Page 103: ...earth s magnetic north and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance 1 Use the COMPASS side of the but...

Page 104: ...rogrammed for personalization and parallel parking feature if you have the optional memory package For more information see Memory Seat and Mirrors and Memory and Personalization Features in the Index...

Page 105: ...el parking If further adjustment is needed after the mirror is tilted the power mirror controls may be used to adjust the mirror If the mirror control is pressed while the passenger s mirror is tilted...

Page 106: ...ing the attached handle Push in the lever located at the end of the armrest to open the storage compartment and access the cupholder Wastebasket The wastebasket is located on the passenger s side near...

Page 107: ...For more information see your dealer Cigarette Lighter The front cigarette lighter is located near the ashtray Press it all the way in and release It will pop back by itself when it s ready to light Y...

Page 108: ...stem are available Either system has steering wheel telephone controls and information output through the Driver s Information Center DIC Voice activation and hands free operation are standard feature...

Page 109: ...lose or express open the sunroof and the other to vent the sunroof The control switches work only when the ignition is on or when the ignition is off and the Retained Accessory Power RAP is active Pre...

Page 110: ...the lower part of the VENT switch Universal Transmitter Option K1 62 1116 W This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may n...

Page 111: ...ash rapidly after 20 seconds Then release the buttons This procedure initializes the memory and erases any previous settings for all three channels 2 Decide which one of the three channels you want to...

Page 112: ...pener may have a rolling code system A rolling code system changes the code of the garage door opener every time you open or close the garage door To determine if you have this system press the button...

Page 113: ...eck that the training was successful The garage door opener should now recognize the Universal Transmitter You may either use the Universal Transmitter or the hand held transmitter to open the garage...

Page 114: ...yellowblue 2 62 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 115: ...r Lever 6 Cruise Control Lever 7 Ignition Switch 8 Air Vent Control Dial 9 Hazard Warning Button 10 Radio 11 Lamp Controls 12 Hood Release 13 Fuel Door Release 14 Trunk Release 15 HVAC Steering Wheel...

Page 116: ...t 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 other things you ll need to drive safely and e...

Page 117: ...re indicated by Trip A and Trip B In order to change from one to the other press the A B portion of the TRIP button By pressing this button you can tell how many miles you have traveled on either your...

Page 118: ...go back and forth from English miles to metric kilometers by pressing this button Other readings such as temperature fuel and trip odometer also go back and forth between English and metric Vehicle Sp...

Page 119: ...icle The pictures will help you locate them Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to...

Page 120: ...for about 70 seconds If the driver s belt is already buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which show...

Page 121: ...there turn off all accessories Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good...

Page 122: ...in the Index Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system the light s will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light st...

Page 123: ...e s a brake system 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...

Page 124: ...nitors operation 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...

Page 125: ...ssion Inspection 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 Thi...

Page 126: ...rough a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Are you...

Page 127: ...rt your engine That s a check to be sure the light works If it doesn t come on be sure to have it fixed so it will be there to warn you if something goes wrong When the light comes on and stays on it...

Page 128: ...whenever you set your vehicle s cruise control Fog Lamp Light STS Only This light will come on when the fog lamp button is pressed For more information about the fog lamps see Fog Lamps in the Index...

Page 129: ...rs have had about the fuel gage All of these situations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong D At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads F D The gage may change...

Page 130: ...ormation about the trip odometer see Odometer in the Index ON OFF Pressing this button turns the Memory and Personalization Features on and off MILES RANGE This message shows about how many miles you...

Page 131: ...ance Schedule booklet for proper fluid and change intervals Press the INFO button to display TRANS FLUID LEFT then press and hold the INFO RESET button until 100 TRANS FLUID LEFT is displayed This onl...

Page 132: ...the generator recharge the battery quickly you can reduce the load on the electrical system by turning off the accessories You can monitor battery voltage on the DIC by pressing the INFO button The n...

Page 133: ...l seconds to indicate that you need washer solvent DRIVER DOOR AJAR 140 This message will display anytime the key is in ON and the driver s door is open or ajar A chime will also sound when the vehicl...

Page 134: ...e headlamps and Twilight SentinelR controls are off a HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message will display on the DIC This message informs the driver that turning on the exterior lamps is recommended even though...

Page 135: ...lership for service at once SERVICE CHARGING SYS 102 This message will display when a problem with the charging system has been detected Have your vehicle serviced at your dealership SERVICE ELECTRICA...

Page 136: ...when a problem has been detected in the MagnasteerR variable effort steering system Service is required A single chime will also sound when this message is displayed SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS 84 This mes...

Page 137: ...ad conditions may exist if this message is displayed so adjust your driving accordingly This message will stay on for a few seconds after the traction control system stops limiting wheel spin TRACTION...

Page 138: ...ecalled by pressing the unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or by placing the key in your vehicle s ignition To begin programming the ignition must be in ON your vehicle in PARK...

Page 139: ...il the AUTO EXIT STRG WHEEL prompt appears on the DIC display This feature will move the column to the driver s exit position when the key is turned out of ON away from START and the driver s door is...

Page 140: ...lization feature enables the driver to program the exterior lamps to turn on or to remain off when using the RKE transmitter to unlock the vehicle During dark or night conditions if exterior lighting...

Page 141: ...ne or more times until the DRIVER UNLOCK KEY OFF prompt appears This feature will automatically unlock only the driver s door when the ignition key is turned to OFF To turn the feature on press ON OFF...

Page 142: ...OFF button until OFF is displayed For more information see Curb View Assist Mirror in the Index Driver s Names Set Recall If Equipped After the FEATURE PROGRAMMING prompt is displayed on the DIC and...

Page 143: ...slow driving or when the engine is first stared after a short trip To ensure proper automatic climate control operation the outside air temperature display may not update as quickly as expected This...

Page 144: ...and you should change the oil right away The system doesn t check how much oil you have so you ll still have to check for that To see how see Engine Oil in the Index The system should indicate changin...

Page 145: ...o Systems 3 11 Setting the Clock 3 11 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player If Equipped 3 16 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data Systems RDS and D...

Page 146: ...The AUTO button will turn on the system and automatically adjust the fan blower speed air delivery mode and temperature to your previously programmed settings TEMP This knob adjusts the air temperatu...

Page 147: ...Be careful not to put anything over the electronic solar sensors located near the ends of the instrument panel near the windshield These sensors are used by the automatic system to regulate temperatur...

Page 148: ...start your engine except for recirculation and defrost Each ignition cycle cancels recirculation Defrost will change to automatic operation when the ignition is shut off and then turned back on Manua...

Page 149: ...d with a driver s side lap cooler which will also come on when the upper vents are being used BI LEVEL This setting directs air into your vehicle in two ways Cool air is directed to the upper portion...

Page 150: ...de air escape This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best Your A C setting may be adjusted automatically or manu...

Page 151: ...the rear window warm the glass Press this button to turn on the rear defogger With it the rear window and both outside rearview mirrors are heated The light on the button will come on while the system...

Page 152: ...ol levers or you can stop the airflow by moving the control dial located on each outlet downward Rear Ventilation The direction and quantity of airflow for the rear seats can also be adjusted at the b...

Page 153: ...which is part of a three piece filter system The carbon treated filter removes certain contaminants from the air including pollen and dust particles Reductions in airflow which may occur more quickly...

Page 154: ...hicle was operated These settings include the set temperatures for driver and passenger air conditioning mode and fan speed This feature does not recall recirculation or defrost modes This feature all...

Page 155: ...ck Press and hold HR or MN until the time display begins to change Release the button as you get close to the correct time The time may be set anytime the clock is displayed There is a two second dela...

Page 156: ...ds the radio will continue tuning until this button is released Press this button to the second position and release to seek to the next higher or lower radio station SCAN Press this button for less t...

Page 157: ...an two seconds until you hear a beep Adjusting the Speakers SPEAKER Press and release this button until the desired BALANCE or FADE control is found LEVEL After selecting the desired BALANCE or FADE c...

Page 158: ...ast forward to another part of the tape The radio will play while the tape advances You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in FF mode Press the right arrow again t...

Page 159: ...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 160: ...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 161: ...urce Sources include cassette and compact disc The audio source must be loaded to play Available loaded sources are shown on the display If a source is being used it will be underlined on the display...

Page 162: ...eset station stored on your pushbuttons stop for five seconds then go on to the next preset station Press SCAN again to stop scanning If a preset station has weak reception the radio will not stop at...

Page 163: ...can span a great distance One network can have stations spread across a country or continent Each network breaks down into regions With regions local news items like weather and traffic are available...

Page 164: ...the RDS SELECT button followed by this button again to turn TA off MSG 3 When RDS is on if the current station has a message MSG will appear on the display Press the RDS SELECT button followed by this...

Page 165: ...TY you want to listen to The last PTY selected will be used for seek and scan modes If a station with the selected PTY is not found NONE FOUND will appear on the display If both PTY and TA are on the...

Page 166: ...To increase volume turn the PWR VOL knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume TA VOLUME will appear on the display while the volume is being adjusted When an alert announcement comes...

Page 167: ...ar seat passengers in the vehicle may not get the same effect D AMBIENCE This setting is used to enhance the stereo effect D SPACIOUS This setting is used to make the listening space seem larger Adjus...

Page 168: ...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 169: ...y be loaded with the radio off but they will not start playing until the radio is on If you want to insert a disc when the ignition is off first press the eject button The integral CD player can play...

Page 170: ...n to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order Press RDM again to turn off random play EJECT Press the upward triangle button to the right of the compact disc player to remove a compact d...

Page 171: ...t 6 Country Top 40 CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a CD adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player To activate the bypass feature use the...

Page 172: ...Close the door by sliding it all the way forward When the CD magazine is loaded the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine This will continue for up to one minute depending on the numbe...

Page 173: ...CAN for more than two seconds you will hear the first few seconds of the first track on each disc Press SCAN again to stop DISC SCAN The CD will mute while scanning and SCAN will appear on the display...

Page 174: ...the radio are determined by which Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter 1 or 2 was used to enter the vehicle The number on the back of the RKE transmitter corresponds to driver 1 or to driver 2 The rad...

Page 175: ...other vehicle When the radio was originally installed in your vehicle at the factory it stored the Vehicle Identification Number VIN Each time the ignition is turned on the VIN is verified If the vehi...

Page 176: ...each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound but FM signals...

Page 177: ...sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio may...

Page 178: ...d This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning...

Page 179: ...CE Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp This may damage the rear defogger grid and affect your radio s abili...

Page 180: ...yellowblue 3 36 NOTES...

Page 181: ...re is active 4 Insert the adapter This override routine will remain active until the eject button is pressed Console Mounted CD Changer Option With the compact disc changer you can play up to six disc...

Page 182: ...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 PUSHBUTTONS Press buttons one throug...

Page 183: ...D will appear on the display Press this button again or press BAND to switch back to the radio EJECT Slide the CD changer door all the way open Press the upward triangle button The CD magazine will ej...

Page 184: ...r away presets To select the away presets press and hold FF for five counts until you hear a beep The next time the radio comes on the away presets will be active To select the home presets press and...

Page 185: ...r down arrow button when listening to a CD will cause the player to go to the next or previous selection When in Radio Data Systems RDS Program Type PTY mode the up or down arrow button can be used to...

Page 186: ...recautions 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 D Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting D...

Page 187: ...e tape player is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is availabl...

Page 188: ...discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Diversity Antenna System Your AM FM antennas are located in the front winds...

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Page 191: ...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 192: ...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 193: ...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 194: ...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 195: ...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 196: ...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 197: ...u will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS...

Page 198: ...up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always...

Page 199: ...tem Warning Light in the Index When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start...

Page 200: ...ovides ease when parking yet a firm solid feel at highway speeds Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentione...

Page 201: ...he curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway To help you steer in the direction you want to go during...

Page 202: ...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 203: ...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 204: ...Control Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what th...

Page 205: ...adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with red...

Page 206: ...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 207: ...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 208: ...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 209: ...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 210: ...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 211: ...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 212: ...Are all windows clean inside and outside D Wiper Blades Are they in good shape D Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels D Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean D Tires They...

Page 213: ...nd to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently D If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safet...

Page 214: ...ing downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor bra...

Page 215: ...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 216: ...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 217: ...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 218: ...n the engine to keep warm but be careful CAUTION Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You can t...

Page 219: ...ortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so...

Page 220: ...carry This 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...

Page 221: ...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 222: ...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 223: ...estrictions when 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...

Page 224: ...any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too S...

Page 225: ...to use a properly mounted weight distributing hitch and sway control of the proper size This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you re driving D Will you ha...

Page 226: ...the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the...

Page 227: ...ilering When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Sign...

Page 228: ...The cooling system may temporarily overheat See Engine Overheating in the Index Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wr...

Page 229: ...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...

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Page 233: ...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 17 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18...

Page 234: ...nstrument panel Press the button in to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off This light in the center of the button will flash indicating that the hazard warning flashers are on T...

Page 235: ...follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelco Fre...

Page 236: ...ve your radio 4 Open the hoods and locate the battery on the other vehicle and the remote positive terminal located on the passenger s side of the engine on your vehicle You will not see the battery u...

Page 237: ...on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they...

Page 238: ...the vehicle with the dead battery 8 Don t let the other end of the positive cable touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has...

Page 239: ...e of sparks getting back to the battery is much less If the THEFT SYSTEM light flashes wait until the light stops flashing before starting the engine 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and...

Page 240: ...umper fascia or 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 w...

Page 241: ...gency you may drive up to 50 miles 80 km Towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided NOTICE After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode to avoid engine dama...

Page 242: ...repairs would not be covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear...

Page 243: ...of steam idle the engine for three minutes while you re parked If you still have the warning turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down Also see Overheated Engine Pro...

Page 244: ...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 A low coolant level should be indicated by a CHECK COOLANT LEVE...

Page 245: ...ng Mode in the Index NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or...

Page 246: ...ant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly T...

Page 247: ...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 248: ...longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about one quarter turn and then stop If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep...

Page 249: ...t s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a...

Page 250: ...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 251: ...nk Instructions for changing your tires are on the inside of the tire cover To lift the tire cover to gain access to the spare tire and jacking equipment do the following 1 Press the area at the front...

Page 252: ...20 Unscrew the wing nuts to remove the container that holds the wrench and jack Remove the wheel wrench jack and the spare tire from the trunk The tools you ll be using include the jack A and the whe...

Page 253: ...y the wheel cover off Be careful not to scratch the aluminum wheel edge and don t try to remove it with your hands On the STS the wheel nuts and wheel nut covers are exposed Use the wheel wrench to re...

Page 254: ...ams above and corresponding cutouts in the plastic molding CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Neve...

Page 255: ...before raising the vehicle 3 Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the jack lift head until the jack fits under the car 4 Raise the jack until the metal flange fits firmly into the channel of...

Page 256: ...where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off...

Page 257: ...rning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 12 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown On the STS screw on the wheel nut covers with your fingers then tigh...

Page 258: ...in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification Don t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire It won t fit Store the wheel cover and lug nut caps in the trunk until you have...

Page 259: ...e Spare 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 someon...

Page 260: ...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 261: ...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...

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Page 265: ...6 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 34 Bulb Replacement 6 41 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 42...

Page 266: ...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 267: ...our vehicle Fuel Use premium unleaded gasoline rated at 91 octane or higher for best performance You may use middle grade or regular unleaded gasolines but your vehicle may not accelerate as well It i...

Page 268: ...the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain...

Page 269: ...n t be covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the fol...

Page 270: ...NEUTRAL N and the VALET lockout button must be 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 refueling...

Page 271: ...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 272: ...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 273: ...vehicle 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 which is located below the front grille Mo...

Page 274: ...Fluid C Engine Oil Fill Location D Engine Oil Dipstick Location E Brake Master Cylinder F Transaxle Dipstick Fill Location G Engine Air Cleaner Filter H Surge Tank Coolant Fill Location Before closing...

Page 275: ...played check 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...

Page 276: ...ins what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper m...

Page 277: ...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 278: ...SAE 0W 30 oil Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your dealer is ready to adv...

Page 279: ...ure see Oil Life Indicator in the Index What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let u...

Page 280: ...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 clean air duct 2 With a screwdriver loosen the...

Page 281: ...Move the air cleaner lid out of the way 6 Take out the air cleaner filter and remove any loose debris that may be found lying in the air cleaner base 7 Install a new air filter element See Normal Main...

Page 282: ...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 can cause you or others...

Page 283: ...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 choosetohavethisdo...

Page 284: ...oot 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 D Let the engine run at idle for three to five...

Page 285: ...to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule booklet If the fluid level is low add only enough of the...

Page 286: ...axle fluid life index The message will remain off until the next transaxle fluid change is needed The percentage of transaxle fluid life remaining may be checked at any time by pressing the INFO butto...

Page 287: ...to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warning lights and gages work as they should NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that yo...

Page 288: ...ire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged T...

Page 289: ...surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine a...

Page 290: ...gh Don 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 fuse relay center on th...

Page 291: ...roper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s inst...

Page 292: ...em 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 freezing occurs which could damage the tank...

Page 293: ...is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and your vehicl...

Page 294: ...Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehic...

Page 295: ...s wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts in the proper sequenc...

Page 296: ...he wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with an ACDelco FreedomR battery When it s time for a new battery we recommend an ACDelco Freedom battery Get one that has the replaceme...

Page 297: ...vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode...

Page 298: ...re to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps 1 Open the hood and remove the upper filler panel by loosening all the screws and then lifting the whole panel You can later reinst...

Page 299: ...yellowblue 6 35 4 To replace the low beam bulb first remove the rubber housing cover on the rear of the lamp 5 Then turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to unlock the socket from the lamp housing...

Page 300: ...g harness and reinstall the headlamp bulb assembly back into the headlamp housing 8 After reinstalling the bulb and socket reinstall the rubber cover Make sure it fully covers the headlamp socket 9 To...

Page 301: ...ce however it is possible for you to re aim your headlamps as described in the following procedure NOTICE To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly read all the instructions before beginning Fail...

Page 302: ...horizontal aim The adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 TorxR socket or T15 Torx screwdriver Once the horizontal aim is adjusted then adjust the vertical aim A Horizontal Aiming Screw C Indicat...

Page 303: ...rn signal lamps are located on the outboard side of the headlamps To access remove the headlamp see Steps 1 2 and 3 under Headlamps 2 Press the bulb socket tab and turn the bulb socket counterclockwis...

Page 304: ...emove the rear compartment sill plate by removing the upper convenience net retainers located at each end as shown 3 Move the spare tire cover out of the way 4 Pull the trunk trim away to access the w...

Page 305: ...lades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking See Wiper Blade Check in your Maintenance Schedule booklet under Part B Owner Checks and Services for more information It s a good...

Page 306: ...e 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 Poorly maintained and improperly...

Page 307: ...ich is located on the rear edge of the driver s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven...

Page 308: ...u can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems...

Page 309: ...properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index 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...

Page 310: ...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 311: ...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 312: ...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 313: ...r 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 th...

Page 314: ...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 315: ...D Lacquer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses the...

Page 316: ...er Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry D For stubborn stains use a leather clea...

Page 317: ...al tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the insid...

Page 318: ...m or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue c...

Page 319: ...period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels If Equipped Keep your wheels c...

Page 320: ...or ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaus...

Page 321: ...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 322: ...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 323: ...iring The headlamp wiring has an individual fuse An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have the headlamp wiring checked right away...

Page 324: ...you can borrow one that has the same amperage Pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Repla...

Page 325: ...ntrol Module Battery 9 Headlamp High Beam Right 10 Headlamp High Beam Left 11 Ignition 1 12 Not Used 13 Not Used 14 Cruise Control 15 Oxygen Sensor A 16 Injector Bank 2 17 Not Used 18 Powertrain Contr...

Page 326: ...ter 2 36 Starter 1 37 Cooling Fan Secondary 38 Ignition 1 39 Cooling Fan Series Parallel 40 Cooling Fan Primary Maxibreaker Circuit Breaker Usage 41 Starter MaxiFuses Fuse Usage 42 Not Used 43 Export...

Page 327: ...the driver s side The rear seat cushion must be removed to access the BEC See Removing the Rear Seat Cushion later in this section Minifuses Fuse Usage 1 Fuel Pump 2 Heater Ventilation Air Conditione...

Page 328: ...ighting 18 Rear Door Modules 19 Stoplamps 20 Neutral Safety Back up 21 Audio 22 Retained Accessory Power for Sunroof Fuse Usage 23 Not Used 24 Not Used 25 Passenger Door Module 26 Fuel Door Trunk Rele...

Page 329: ...se 51 Interior Lamps 52 Trunk Release 53 Front Courtesy Lamps 54 Rear Courtesy Lamps 55 Electronic Level Control Compressor Circuit Breakers Relay Usage 56 Power Seats 57 Power Windows Mini Relays Rel...

Page 330: ...to the battery and wires be careful when removing or reinstalling the seat cushion Do not remove covers from covered parts Do not store anything under the seat as objects could touch exposed wires an...

Page 331: ...erly routed and are not twisted 1 Buckle the center passenger position safety belt then route the safety belts through the proper slots in the seat cushion Don t let the safety belts get twisted 2 Sli...

Page 332: ...metric conversions Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule booklet for more information Engine Specifications Displacement 279 cubic inches 4 565 cc Type 4 6 L D...

Page 333: ...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 334: ...yellowblue 6 70 NOTES...

Page 335: ...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 336: ...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 337: ...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 338: ...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 339: ...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 340: ...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 341: ...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 342: ...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 343: ...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 344: ...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 345: ...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 346: ...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 347: ...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 348: ...yellowblue 7 14 NOTES...

Page 349: ...Panel 3 3 3 4 Air Filter Passenger Compartment 3 9 Alarm Theft Deterrent System 2 15 Alignment and Balance Tire 6 49 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 6 55 Antenna Diversity 3 35 Antifreeze 6 23 Anti Lock Brak...

Page 350: ...t Interlock BTSI 2 31 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 10 Break In New Vehicle 2 19 Brightness Control 2 47 BTSI 2 31 Bulb Replacement 6 34 Center High Mounted Stoplamp 6 40 Front Turn Signal Lamp...

Page 351: ...of Your Vehicle 6 51 Instrument Panel 6 52 Interior Plastic Components 6 52 Leather 6 52 Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades 6 53 Outside of Your Vehicle 6 54 Speaker Covers 6 53 Tires 6 55 Vin...

Page 352: ...3 7 DIC 2 78 DIC Controls and Displays 2 78 DIC Messages 2 79 Dimensions Vehicle 6 69 Display Mode 2 66 Diversity Antenna 3 35 Dolby Noise Reduction 3 15 3 25 Door Central Unlocking System 2 4 Fuel R...

Page 353: ...verheating 5 8 Power Reduced Message 2 82 Running While Parked 2 33 Specifications 6 68 Speed Limiter 2 67 Starting Your 2 21 Engine Oil 6 11 Adding 6 12 Additives 6 14 Checking 6 12 Used 6 15 What Ki...

Page 354: ...ties 7 5 Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR 4 30 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GAWR 4 30 Guide en Fran ais ii GVWR 4 30 Halogen Bulbs 6 34 Handles Assist 2 56 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Head Restraints 1 6...

Page 355: ...44 Exterior 2 43 Fog 2 45 Instrument Panel Intensity Brightness Control 2 47 Interior 2 47 On Reminder 2 44 Parking 2 43 Reading 2 48 Underhood 6 11 Leaving Your Vehicle 2 6 Leaving Your Vehicle with...

Page 356: ...or 2 57 Memory and Personalization Features 2 86 Memory Remote Recall 2 86 Memory Seat Mirrors and Steering Wheel 1 3 Methanol 6 4 Mirrors Convex Outside 2 52 Curb View Assist 2 53 2 90 Driver s Outsi...

Page 357: ...23 Playing a Compact Disc 3 15 3 25 Power Accessory Retained 2 20 Door Locks 2 5 Remote Control Mirror 2 52 Seat 1 2 Steering 4 10 Steering Fluid 6 26 Windows 2 34 Windows and Other Power Options 6 59...

Page 358: ...tained Accessory Power 2 20 Reverse Automatic Transaxle 2 25 Right Front Passenger Position 1 19 Right Rear Door Ajar Message 2 83 RKE Remote Keyless Entry 2 7 Roadside Assistance Service 7 5 Rocking...

Page 359: ...Transmission Message 2 84 Vehicle Soon Message 2 84 Work Doing Your Own 6 2 Service and Appearance Care 6 1 Service and Owner Publications 7 11 7 12 Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 26 Setti...

Page 360: ...cle Alarm 2 15 Thermostat 6 22 Third Gear Automatic Transaxle 2 26 Tilt Wheel 2 35 Time Setting the 3 11 Tips About Your Audio System 3 32 Tire Loading Information Label 4 30 Tires 6 42 Alignment and...

Page 361: ...Signals 2 36 Turn Signal On Chime 2 36 Turn Signal On Message 2 86 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 2 36 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4 37 Twilight SentinelR 2 45 Umbrella Holder 2 57 Underbody M...

Page 362: ...xpress Down 2 34 Power 2 34 Rear Lockout 2 34 Windshield Washer 2 39 Windshield Washer Fluid 2 39 6 27 Windshield Wipers 2 37 Blade Replacement 6 41 Cleaning 6 53 Fuses 6 59 Rainsenset 2 38 Winter Dri...

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