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Section 5

Problems on the Road

Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.

Hazard Warning Flashers

Other Warning Devices

Jump Starting

Towing Your Vehicle

Engine Overheating

Cooling System

If a Tire Goes Flat

Changing a Flat Tire

If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow

Summary of Contents for 2000 Catera

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Page 2: ...out assistance Free dead battery assistance Free out of fuel assistance Free flat tire change Emergency towing 1 800 882 1112 that provides in an emergency 1 800 882 1112 Bumper to Bumper 4 years 50 0...

Page 4: ...d Wipers Cruise Control Interior and Exterior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Convenience Net Accessory Power Outlet OnStar System If Equipped Sunroof Option HomeLink Transmitter Option Instrument...

Page 5: ...hicle Braking Steering Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Pl...

Page 6: ...e Care Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Table of Contents cont d Maintenance Schedule Service and Appearance Care Section...

Page 7: ...it to quickly find something you want to read Section 7 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Warranty Information See Warranty...

Page 8: ...tors of Canada Limited for Cadillac Motor Car Division 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...

Page 9: ...d a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that c...

Page 10: ...thing 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 read ot...

Page 11: ...s 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 WINDSH...

Page 12: ...de Oil Viscosity Engine Oil See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick See Section 6 Remote Fuel Door Release See Section 6 Premium Fuel Recommended Use unleaded gas only 91 Octane or higher See Section 6 Cool...

Page 13: ...Safety Belts They re for Everyone 1 16 Here are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 17 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 17 Driver Position 1 24 Safety Belt Use During Pre...

Page 14: ...ion Then proceed with the lumbar adjustment The upper and lower seatback can be adjusted using the small hand wheel control Turn the control forward to increase support and rearward to decrease suppor...

Page 15: ...l kit located in the trunk with the jack Turn the crank handle clockwise until you ve reached your desired seating position note that manually moving the seat requires turning the crank handle many ti...

Page 16: ...emory button 2 or 3 instead of memory button 1 If your vehicle is in PARK P you can recall mirror and seating positions by pressing and holding one of the three memory buttons This will adjust the sea...

Page 17: ...ne of five heat settings numbered 1 through 5 with 1 being the lowest setting and 5 being the highest setting An indicator light in the control reminds you that the heating system is in use The heated...

Page 18: ...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 belt...

Page 19: ...restraint is not installed on the seatback or stored in the vehicle properly it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver People in the vehicle could be injured Remove the head r...

Page 20: ...r s seat is returned to its normal upright position Rear Seats CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted won t provide the protection needed in a crash The perso...

Page 21: ...bject into the slot as shown to unlatch the buckle Move the belt to the side so it is not in your way To unlock the rear seatback press the pushbutton at the top of the seat and fold the seatback forw...

Page 22: ...ers to use To do so slide the buckle into the latch as shown The panel behind the rear seat armrest also folds down Turn the knob counterclockwise and pull the panel forward to gain access to the trun...

Page 23: ...afety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the air bag system...

Page 24: ...ckle 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 have a...

Page 25: ...1 13 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take thesimplest vehicle Suppose it sjust a seat onwheels Put someone on it...

Page 26: ...1 14 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 27: ...nt 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 belts...

Page 28: ...ey 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 buckle up...

Page 29: ...r 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 Here s how to wear it properly...

Page 30: ...e worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt wou...

Page 31: ...o the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the bottom of the height adjuster After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing in to m...

Page 32: ...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 inju...

Page 33: ...ou 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 could cau...

Page 34: ...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 apply too...

Page 35: ...sted 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 so it...

Page 36: ...n 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 inju...

Page 37: ...king feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems Your vehicle has air bags a frontal ai...

Page 38: ...and right front passenger are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low spe...

Page 39: ...le while still maintaining control of the vehicle Front occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be ser...

Page 40: ...e system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air Bag Syste...

Page 41: ...in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door The right front passenger s side impact air bag is in the s...

Page 42: ...kes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags are not designed to inflate in rollovers side i...

Page 43: ...impact air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including frontal or near frontal collisions rollovers and rear impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those air ba...

Page 44: ...ossibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts D Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the...

Page 45: ...performing work for you is qualified to do so The air bag systems do not need regular maintenance Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners You ll find them on the buckle en...

Page 46: ...the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock i...

Page 47: ...lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If...

Page 48: ...the height adjuster After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing in to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of...

Page 49: ...anadian province says children up to some age must be restrained 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...

Page 50: ...mall 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 is wea...

Page 51: ...gh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on your...

Page 52: ...n 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 An i...

Page 53: ...ints 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 a fro...

Page 54: ...orward 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 conver...

Page 55: ...nt is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards Then follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instr...

Page 56: ...f the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued You may secure a forward f...

Page 57: ...rap it should be anchored Your vehicle has top strap anchors already installed for the rear seating positions You ll find them behind the rear seat on the filler panel In order to get to a bracket you...

Page 58: ...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 safety belt through or around the restraint The child...

Page 59: ...the shoulder belt back into the retractor 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 push down on the child...

Page 60: ...s This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat Although a rear seat is a safer...

Page 61: ...child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positi...

Page 62: ...tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the w...

Page 63: ...an be crushed together and seriously injured A belt must be used by only one person at a time Q What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very...

Page 64: ...ars 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 portion...

Page 65: ...t System Parts After a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more se...

Page 66: ...ew Vehicle Break In 2 16 Ignition Positions 2 18 Starting Your Engine 2 19 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 21 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 26 Parking Brake 2 27 Shifting Into PARK P 2 29 Shi...

Page 67: ...le with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don...

Page 68: ...lock your vehicle s doors Because of the key s flat shape it can be stored in your wallet If you ve lost your keys or need to have a new one made you will have to contact your dealer for the correct k...

Page 69: ...etter off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter This will avoid setting off the o...

Page 70: ...erson use the manual or power door lock When the door is closed again it will not lock automatically Use the manual or power lock to lock the door again Programmable Automatic Door Locks Each remote k...

Page 71: ...times Each press should be held for about one second with less than five seconds in between each press All doors lock when shifting out of PARK P Press the lock button on the remote keyless entry four...

Page 72: ...oor Remote Keyless Entry System RKE If your vehicle has this feature you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry...

Page 73: ...ement or resynchronization is necessary See the instructions that follow D If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Operation When you press this symbol to...

Page 74: ...four transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about four years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmit...

Page 75: ...e transmitter buttons numerous times approximately 250 times out of the vehicle s operating range may cause the transmitter not to work Replacing the battery and pressing the transmitter buttons 10 or...

Page 76: ...oling system to its highest speed with the setting 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...

Page 77: ...eat in the Index Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible t...

Page 78: ...ck the glove box D Lock all the doors except the driver s D Then take the door key and remote keyless entry transmitter with you Theft Deterrent System Option If the ignition is off and a door is open...

Page 79: ...s door with your key You can also turn off the alarm by using the remote keyless entry transmitter The alarm won t stop if you try to unlock a door in any other way Testing the Alarm 1 From inside th...

Page 80: ...plies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including in...

Page 81: ...mation Ignition Positions NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t turn it be sure you are using the correct key if so is it all the way in If it is then turn the steering wheel left and r...

Page 82: ...hed ON II The ignition is on in this position ON is used for driving your vehicle START III This position starts the engine To lock the steering column remove the key while in LOCK Turn the steering w...

Page 83: ...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 you...

Page 84: ...r accessories you could change the way the engine 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 v...

Page 85: ...seriously 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 startin...

Page 86: ...K P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You...

Page 87: ...e or sand without damaging the transmission see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N The engine doesn t connect with the wheels when driving in NEUTRAL N Use NEUTRAL N to restart your...

Page 88: ...wn steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use the brakes off and on FIRST 1 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills If...

Page 89: ...mode to a sport driving mode It is located on the shift lever handle Press the S button once to select the sport feature Press it again to return to the normal driving mode When you start the engine...

Page 90: ...lippery and is not intended for continuous use or when the vehicle is stuck in sand mud ice snow or gravel Drive as usual for normal road conditions This feature automatically turns off when any of th...

Page 91: ...Light in the Index for more information To release the parking brake hold the brake pedal down with your foot and pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the end release button Hold the r...

Page 92: ...ehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Console Shift Lever 1 Hold the brake pedal down with y...

Page 93: ...e it After you ve moved the shift lever into PARK P hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without pressing the button on the shift lever handle If...

Page 94: ...ain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold 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...

Page 95: ...UTRAL N with the other hand 8 Start the engine if you can and then shift to the drive gear you want 9 Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can bu...

Page 96: ...ing 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 the en...

Page 97: ...ays set your parking brake after you move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parking on a hill and if...

Page 98: ...r vehicle s battery To program each window follow these steps 1 Close all doors 2 Press and hold the power window control until the window has fully opened 3 Pull the power window control up until the...

Page 99: ...e rear passenger window controls are active Horn The horn can be sounded by pressing either horn symbol on the steering wheel The symbols are located at about the 9 and 3 o clock positions Tilt Wheel...

Page 100: ...l the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change Hold it there until the lane change is complete The lever returns when it is released Arrows that flash rapidly when signaling for a turn or lane ch...

Page 101: ...ps to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass This feature will work with either the headlamps on or off To use pull the turn signal lever toward you and release Windshield Wipers WIPE...

Page 102: ...now or ice to prevent an overload Windshield Washer Pull and hold the washer lever to wash the windshield Release the lever when you have enough fluid The wipers will clear the windshield and either s...

Page 103: ...t a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic D Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needles...

Page 104: ...it a button and go into cruise when you don t want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control 1 Accelerate to the speed you...

Page 105: ...he lever and then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at a higher speed D Press the SET ACCEL button until the desired speed is reached The new speed is maintained when the...

Page 106: ...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 Press the OFF button at...

Page 107: ...dy be on Push the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering wheel away from you to engage the high beam headlamps Pull the lever toward you to return to the low beam headlamps For more inform...

Page 108: ...d Perimeter lighting immediately ends when your vehicle s ignition is turned to ON or START Lamps On Reminder You will hear a warning chime if you open the door while leaving the lamps on if the manua...

Page 109: ...ou re not in PARK P and the Twilight Sentinel system is turned off and it s dark enough outside the DRL will remain active and this light on the instrument panel cluster will appear This is a reminder...

Page 110: ...lamps come on when the headlamps or parking lamps are on and you signal a turn They provide more light for cornering Twilight SentinelR The control for this feature is located below the lamp control d...

Page 111: ...ets the driver know that the system has been turned off The Twilight Sentinel also turns off if the ignition is turned to OFF or to LOCK This light in the instrument panel cluster will come on if the...

Page 112: ...after the last door on your vehicle is closed Illuminated entry immediately ends when your vehicle s ignition is turned to ON or START Rear Reading Lamps The rear reading lamps are located above each...

Page 113: ...urn the lamp off These lamps also come on when any door is opened or unlocked when it is dark outside Mirrors Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare...

Page 114: ...s feature prevents rapid changing of the mirror from the night mode to the day mode as you drive under lights and through traffic Power Remote Control Mirror Move the rocker switch to the left to choo...

Page 115: ...olding Outside Rearview Mirrors The driver s and passenger s outside mirrors move forward and rearward break away to help prevent injury and or damage to your vehicle Storage Compartments Glove Box Th...

Page 116: ...hem from moving around during sharp turns or quick starts and stops The net is not for larger heavier loads Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can When not using the net hook it to the meta...

Page 117: ...an make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element Sun Visors Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror Turn the sunshade down and lift the cover to see the mirror Lighting is automatic Rear Sunsh...

Page 118: ...Voice activation and hands free operation are standard features For more information contact your dealer A user s guide is provided with the telephone OnStarR System If Equipped OnStar is a vehicle co...

Page 119: ...machine wash Sunroof Option The express open sunroof can increase ventilation and it includes a sliding glass panel and a sliding sunshade Power is supplied to the sunroof when the ignition key is tur...

Page 120: ...pened position turn the control dial to any position between A and E The positions range from about 25 percent open to approximately 80 percent open Turn the dial to position E to fully close the glas...

Page 121: ...If this happens the sunroof won t stop if something gets in the way You or others could be injured and your sunroof could be damaged Be careful not to press and hold the power sunroof control dial in...

Page 122: ...lding until the sunroof is fully closed about three seconds after the motor has stopped 4 Turn the control dial to position A and hold until the sunroof is fully open about three seconds after the mot...

Page 123: ...cept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 thi...

Page 124: ...e the indicator light starts to flash rapidly Your Catera may be equipped with a metallic coated heat reflective windshield to help keep your vehicle cool If you experience difficulty when using your...

Page 125: ...de system In a rolling code system the garage door motor head unit must be trained to the HomeLink transmitter Rolling Code Programming If Equipped If you have not previously programmed the hand held...

Page 126: ...recognize the HomeLink transmitter You may either use the HomeLink transmitter or the hand held transmitter to open the garage door If after following these instructions you still have problems traini...

Page 127: ...2 62 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 128: ...nts of the instrument panel are A Air Outlets B Turn Signal Multifunction Lever C Instrument Panel Cluster D Windshield Wiper Washer Lever E Comfort Controls F Lamp Controls G Horn H Steering Wheel To...

Page 129: ...2 64 Instrument Panel Cluster United States Version Shown Canada Similar...

Page 130: ...zero press the knob located below the speedometer on the instrument panel cluster Tachometer This gage indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm NOTICE Do not operate the engine with t...

Page 131: ...dicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warn...

Page 132: ...If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air...

Page 133: ...damage the battery Driving with the voltmeter reading in the upper warning zone could cause bulbs to burn out especially headlamp bulbs various vehicle modules to shut down due to overload protection...

Page 134: ...d stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towi...

Page 135: ...ou turn the ignition key to ON If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Traction Control System Warning Light The warning light will flash...

Page 136: ...has overheated You should stop the car and turn the engine off as soon as possible See Engine Overheating in the Index Low Coolant Warning Light This warning light should come on for a few seconds whi...

Page 137: ...esigned to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well y...

Page 138: ...see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and...

Page 139: ...dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspe...

Page 140: ...art the 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 141: ...on for about one minute or comes on while driving the engine oil level should be checked Prior to checking the oil level be sure your vehicle has been shut off for several minutes and is on a level s...

Page 142: ...mpletely closed Fuel Gage United States Canada The fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank It works only when the ignition is in ON Here are a few concerns some owners have had abou...

Page 143: ...fixed Fuel Cap Indicator Light This light will come on if the fuel cap has not been fully tightened is missing or has been improperly installed You should recheck your fuel cap to make sure it is on t...

Page 144: ...n this light is on The rear of your vehicle is too low and part of the body or the rear axle may be damaged when driving over bumpy roads When the light goes out leveling is complete This procedure is...

Page 145: ...efogger 3 7 Ventilation System 3 8 Audio Systems 3 8 Setting the Clock 3 9 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 3 13 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data Systems R...

Page 146: ...to increase the temperature and counterclockwise to decrease the temperature Pressing this knob puts the climate control system in an automatic mode For more information see Automatic Operation later...

Page 147: ...driver s side TEMP AUTO knob sets the system for automatic operation Once the system is set sensors will control the air delivery mode Air will come from the floor middle side or windshield outlets T...

Page 148: ...he length of delay depends on the outside air temperature engine coolant temperature or the time since the engine was last started As the coolant warms up the blower fan speed will gradually increase...

Page 149: ...layed ON OFF Press this button to turn the system off Press this button again to turn the system back on Turning the climate control system on in this way will recall all previous manually set mode se...

Page 150: ...knob or the TEMP OFF knob clockwise to increase the temperature or counterclockwise to decrease the temperature If the fan speed needs adjusting press the up or down arrow Outside air will be brought...

Page 151: ...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 The repairs wouldn t be covered...

Page 152: ...ats clear of objects This helps circulate air throughout your vehicle Passenger Compartment Air Filter This ventilation system includes a charcoal air filter that helps to remove dust pollen etc from...

Page 153: ...button to seek to the next higher or lower radio station Pressing and holding this button until a chime sounds puts the radio in a tune mode In this mode higher or lower radio stations are advanced t...

Page 154: ...hbuttons stop for a few 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 the preset station Setting the...

Page 155: ...to be sure your player is working properly D The cassette tape is broken Check to see if your tape is broken Try a new tape REV Press the left arrow to rewind the tape rapidly The radio will play whil...

Page 156: ...s PWR or turn the ignition off to stop the cassette tape player The tape will stay in the player and resume play at the point where it stopped CLN If this message appears on the display the cassette t...

Page 157: ...the display 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 Finding a Station BAND Press this butt...

Page 158: ...the first preset 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...

Page 159: ...tance 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 to you When the regi...

Page 160: ...is completed To see the parts of the message faster than every three seconds press this button again A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete message has been displayed MSG w...

Page 161: ...rs them HR or MN Press the RDS SELECT button followed by one of these buttons to display the time for the current station STATION TIME IS will be displayed If a time has not been sent to the radio NO...

Page 162: ...aying a Cassette Tape With the radio on insert a cassette tape The tape will begin playing as soon as it is inserted When one side of your cassette tape is done playing auto reverse plays the other si...

Page 163: ...l go to a selection stop for a few seconds then go on to the next selection Press this button again to stop scanning SIDE Press this button to change the side of the tape that is playing EJECT Press t...

Page 164: ...peatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your dealer RW Press and hold the left arrow to reverse the compact disc Release it to return to playing speed FF Press and hold the right arr...

Page 165: ...lga Nostalgia Oldies Oldies PTY List Description Persnlty Personality Public Public R B Rhythm and Blues Rel Musc Religious Music Rel Talk Religious Talk Rock M Rock Music Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Roc...

Page 166: ...er into the cassette slot This override routine will remain active until the eject button is pressed Trunk Mounted CD Changer Option With the compact disc changer you can play up to 12 discs continuou...

Page 167: ...op placing a disc on the tray label side down If you load a disc label side up the disc will not play and an error will occur Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot Repeat this procedure for...

Page 168: ...ecking the magazine for CDs the CD symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play When a CD begins playing a disc and track number will be displayed The disc numbers are listed on...

Page 169: ...e while scanning and SCAN will appear on the display This function is not available on the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player DISC SCAN Press SCAN for more than two seconds You will hear the first...

Page 170: ...hen the CD changer door is left open CHEK DOOR will be displayed instead on the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Completely close the changer door to restore normal operation If any error occurs...

Page 171: ...s to the next available CD loaded in the trunk mounted CD changer Pressing this button increases volume Pressing this button decreases volume o SOURCE To change to a tape or CD press this button Under...

Page 172: ...to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage D Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting D Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment t...

Page 173: ...o see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is th...

Page 174: ...s RDS press and hold the eject button for three seconds to reset the CLEAN TAPE indicator after you clean the player The radio will display CLEAN TAPE MSG CLEARED to show the indicator was reset Casse...

Page 175: ...razor blade or anything else that is sharp This may damage the rear defogger grid and affect your radio s ability to pick up stations clearly The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty If when y...

Page 176: ...ving 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 10 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 14 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 18 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 21 Ci...

Page 177: ...ventable 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 is goi...

Page 178: ...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 drive Bu...

Page 179: ...e 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 as we...

Page 180: ...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 perso...

Page 181: ...Then you have to 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 thr...

Page 182: ...dal 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 the...

Page 183: ...one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is p...

Page 184: ...steering can help you more than even the very best braking Traction Control System Your vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditio...

Page 185: ...ssist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Speed Sensitive Steering SSS This system varies the amount of steering effort in relatio...

Page 186: ...mand too much of those places You can lose control Refer to Traction Control System in the Index What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you...

Page 187: ...le An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quick...

Page 188: ...another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or...

Page 189: ...er your shoulder and check the blind spot D Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahea...

Page 190: ...vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be re...

Page 191: ...igue Here are some tips on night driving D Drive defensively D Don t drink and drive D Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles D Slow d...

Page 192: ...When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Ke...

Page 193: ...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 harder to...

Page 194: ...is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplani...

Page 195: ...y to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this happens you and...

Page 196: ...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 energy...

Page 197: ...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 you ar...

Page 198: ...re 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 are vitally important to a safe trouble free trip Is the...

Page 199: ...anning to visit there here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable D Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmi...

Page 200: ...mb the hill better D Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane...

Page 201: ...ions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the ti...

Page 202: ...tion Control System in the Index Also see Third Gear Start in the Index Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have the ant...

Page 203: ...ummon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or w...

Page 204: ...htly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps...

Page 205: ...This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all options not installed at the factory The other label is the certification label found on the r...

Page 206: ...r 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 D Put things in the trunk of you...

Page 207: ...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 durability and fue...

Page 208: ...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 weight...

Page 209: ...trailer tongue A should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B If you have a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 12 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B...

Page 210: ...e Index Dirt and water can too Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not d...

Page 211: ...are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still w...

Page 212: ...never you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your ins...

Page 213: ...s and hold the pedal down while you D Start your engine D Shift into a gear and D Be sure the parking brake has released 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the ch...

Page 214: ...e problems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 9 Towing Your Vehicle 5 10 Engine Overheating 5 12 Cooling System 5 19 If a Tire Goes Fl...

Page 215: ...front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off The indicator light on the button also flashes Pressing the button again turns the flashers off The flashers work regardless of the key position When...

Page 216: ...to burn you If you don t 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...

Page 217: ...grounding could damage the electrical systems 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well...

Page 218: ...es or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could...

Page 219: ...onnect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery 7 Don t let the other end of the positive cable touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good...

Page 220: ...d of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Attach the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from...

Page 221: ...erse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal A Heavy Metal Engine Part Vehicle with Dead Battery B Good Battery C Dead Battery When a power l...

Page 222: ...ecure the vehicle on each side with separate safety chains when towing it D Use only the correct hooks NOTICE Use the proper towing equipment to avoid damage to the bumper fascia or fog lamp areas of...

Page 223: ...f and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in...

Page 224: ...ighest heat setting and open the windows as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the ove...

Page 225: ...re Cap B Electric Engine Fans CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any unde...

Page 226: ...CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all c...

Page 227: ...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 engine is overheating both fans should be running If they aren...

Page 228: ...essure 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 is hot...

Page 229: ...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 cold...

Page 230: ...essure cap 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...

Page 231: ...p off start 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 l...

Page 232: ...hat side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particu...

Page 233: ...y 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 even...

Page 234: ...and Tools The equipment you ll need is in the trunk On the driver s side of the trunk is the spare tire Pull the fasteners on the spare tire cover to access the tire Unbuckle the tire and lift it up...

Page 235: ...22 The jack and tool kit are located on the passenger s side of the trunk Pull the red handle to remove the cover and access the equipment Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and remove it...

Page 236: ...de the jack A the wheel wrench B and the screwdriver C Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Use the flat end of the screwdriver to pry off the five black plastic wheel bolt caps Be c...

Page 237: ...ts Don t remove them yet 3 Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift head 2 to 3 inches 5 to 7 6 cm 4 To access the jack hoisting notches pull hard from the back to remove the cover locate...

Page 238: ...ically with the hoisting notch jack contact point on the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire Make sure that the base is flat against the ground in order to have enough clearance to turn the jack han...

Page 239: ...hicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper locat...

Page 240: ...rt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all th...

Page 241: ...isscross sequence as shown CAUTION Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tightened wheel bolts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the cor...

Page 242: ...quipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place After you ve put the spar...

Page 243: ...but you don t want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can ex...

Page 244: ...r front wheels You should turn your traction control system off See Traction Control System in the Index Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as...

Page 245: ...matic Transmission Fluid 6 19 Rear Axle 6 20 Engine Coolant 6 24 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6 24 Power Steering Fluid 6 25 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 26 Brakes 6 30 Battery 6 30 Bulb Replacement 6 37 Wipe...

Page 246: ...o 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 Servic...

Page 247: ...ade or regular unleaded gasolines but your vehicle s acceleration may be slightly reduced It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the American Automobile M...

Page 248: ...ervice station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your emissi...

Page 249: ...b or contact a major oil company 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 Vehic...

Page 250: ...icle To open your fuel door your vehicle must be in PARK P Press the FUEL DOOR unlock button located on the instrument panel center console to unlock and open the fuel door You can also press the fuel...

Page 251: ...mething ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weath...

Page 252: ...cator lamp to light and your fuel tank and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container wh...

Page 253: ...quids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engi...

Page 254: ...ter C Passenger Compartment Air Filter D Engine Oil Fill Location E Engine Oil Dipstick Location F Windshield Washer Fluid G Brake Master Cylinder H Power Steering Fluid I Battery Before closing the h...

Page 255: ...uel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick is located behind the radiator hose on the driver s side of the engine The...

Page 256: ...add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The oil fill cap is located behind the...

Page 257: ...te 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 your oil...

Page 258: ...and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil The recommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good pe...

Page 259: ...hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the en...

Page 260: ...p on the air intake tube and then disconnect the tube as shown by the arrow above 3 Move the hose going to the coolant surge tank out of the way so the air cleaner lid can be lifted 4 Lift the lid tak...

Page 261: ...only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cle...

Page 262: ...d pull it back far enough to be able to lift open the grille flap 3 Unhook both retaining clips that secure the filter in place 4 Slide the filter toward the front of the car and then pull the filter...

Page 263: ...tside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher D In hilly or mountainous terrain D When doing frequent trailer towing D Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use...

Page 264: ...R engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOLR extended life coolant The following explain...

Page 265: ...xture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOLR coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you don t need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain w...

Page 266: ...lant more than four times a year have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system T...

Page 267: ...the KALT COLD line seam If the light comes on and stays on it means you re low on engine coolant For more information see Low Coolant Warning Light in the Index Adding Coolant If you need more coolant...

Page 268: ...Pa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located between the ba...

Page 269: ...rk and the bottom line is the add line which means that fluid should be added If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the full mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to u...

Page 270: ...so 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 if it...

Page 271: ...n 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 vehicle could be...

Page 272: ...hicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Your vehicle has electronic wear sensors that let you know when the front br...

Page 273: ...pid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you apply the brakes with or without the vehicle moving your brakes adjust for wear Replacing Brake Syste...

Page 274: ...steps must be performed to calibrate the Electronic Throttle Control If this is not done the engine will not run properly 1 Turn the ignition key to the ON II position Do not start the engine 2 Leave...

Page 275: ...technician service them Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the inst...

Page 276: ...6 32 2 Remove the black rubber cap that protects the bulb area 3 Remove the plug connector from the bulb...

Page 277: ...6 33 4 Squeeze the retaining clip together and then pull away from the bulb assembly 5 Pull the bulb out and then replace it 6 Reverse steps to reassemble...

Page 278: ...be re aimed we recommend that you take your vehicle to the dealer for service However it is possible for you to re aim your headlamps by following the procedure in the service manual for your vehicle...

Page 279: ...6 35 2 On the outboard side of each low beam headlamp you will find the turn signal bulbs Turn the lamp assembly counterclockwise to remove 3 Pull the bulb out to replace and then reassemble...

Page 280: ...turn it counterclockwise When you replace the bulb you need to push it in and twist it clockwise into place 5 Reinstall the socket by turning it clockwise in the lamp housing Taillamp and Backup Lamp...

Page 281: ...and Services for more information It s a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly on a regular basis or when worn For proper windshield wiper blade type see Normal Maintenance Replacemen...

Page 282: ...ervice see your Catera Warranty booklet for details CAUTION Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous D Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction Yo...

Page 283: ...at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km If you ll be driving at speeds higher than 100 mph 160 km h where it is legal raise the cold inflation pressure of each tire to 38 psi 260 kP...

Page 284: ...y time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It s Time for New Tires and Wheel Replacement later in th...

Page 285: ...re in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of t...

Page 286: ...S for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as y...

Page 287: ...fety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under contr...

Page 288: ...not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on y...

Page 289: ...e air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel and wheel bolts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause pr...

Page 290: ...on t spin your wheels NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires If you have other tires use tire chains only where legal and only w...

Page 291: ...uer 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 these wil...

Page 292: ...a vinyl leather cleaner See your dealer for this product Cleaning Leather 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 na...

Page 293: ...shing soap Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth Cleaning Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently so that the speaker won t be damaged Clean spots with just water and mild soap Care...

Page 294: ...tters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon AmiR Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Pa...

Page 295: ...they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning...

Page 296: ...n water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals ab...

Page 297: ...underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At leas...

Page 298: ...er 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 105293...

Page 299: ...tration 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 Parts Identification Label You...

Page 300: ...dlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring has several fuses which are powered by a MaxiFuseR An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have the...

Page 301: ...section Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused...

Page 302: ...e trim panel away from the instrument panel to access Fuse Usage 1 RH and LH Front Side Door Window Regulator Motor LH Front Side Door Window Switch 2 Stoplamp Switch Cruise Control Release Switch 3 A...

Page 303: ...tch Gage Cluster Heater and A C Control Fuse Usage 13 Remote Control Outside Rearview Mirror Switch A C Compressor Relay Coolant Fan Test Connector A C Load Switch 14 Cellular Telephone RH and LH Wind...

Page 304: ...nt Sidemarker Lamp Middle Taillamp RH and LH Rear License Plate Lamp Radio Automatic Transmission Control Indicator Heater and A C Control Fuse Usage 27 Automatic Level Control Sensor Rear Suspension...

Page 305: ...he steering column Relay Usage I Daytime Running Lamps II Automatic Level Control III Rear Window Defogger Heated Mirrors IV Hazard Warning Flashers V High Beam Headlamps II RH VI Horn VII Parking Lam...

Page 306: ...center is located next to the battery on the driver s side of the engine Lift the cover to access Fuse Relay Usage 1 Secondary Air Injection Pump Relay K12 2 Fan Control Relay K67 3 Auxiliary Water Pu...

Page 307: ...5 Taillamp 90002521 For replacement bulbs not listed here please consult your dealer Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions Plea...

Page 308: ...rmal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Filter Element 90512851 Fuel Filter Element 90542540 Engine Oil Filter 9118851 Passenger s Compartment Air Filter 9192320 Spark Plugs 90541059 Bosch Plug FLR9LTE...

Page 309: ...r 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 Courte...

Page 310: ...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 help con...

Page 311: ...mal 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 decision given in...

Page 312: ...ntre 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 1 800 882 1112 All Overseas L...

Page 313: ...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 of...

Page 314: ...ble only in the United States and Canada Cadillac Owner Privilegest Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Privilegest at no charge throughout your 2000 Cadillac Warranty Period 48 months 50...

Page 315: ...ou and request the following information D A description of the problem D Name home address home telephone number D Location of your Catera and number you are calling from D The model year Vehicle Ide...

Page 316: ...ed If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work...

Page 317: ...rtesy 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 separate...

Page 318: ...se injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an in...

Page 319: ...tuation like this we 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 C...

Page 320: ...lications are written directly for Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle Owner s Manual RETAIL SELL PRICE 15 00 CURRENT PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publicat...

Page 321: ...dress for quotation 2000 120 00 2000 50 00 2000 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax See Note Below GM CAD ORD99 Prices are s...

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