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A. Remote Positive (+) Terminal

B. Good Battery

C. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part

Towing Your Vehicle

CAUTION:

To help avoid serious personal injury to you
or others:
D Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is

being towed.

D Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds.

D Never tow with damaged parts not

fully secured.

D Never get under your vehicle after it has

been lifted by the tow truck.

D Always secure the vehicle on each side with

separate safety chains when towing it.

D Use only the correct hooks.

Summary of Contents for 2000 DeVille

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Page 3: ...amps Mirrors Storage Compartments Convenience Net Accessory Power Outlets OnStar System Option Sunroof Option HomeLink Transmitter Option Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Gages Head Up Display Driv...

Page 4: ...eering Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Radio Theft Deterrent Feature...

Page 5: ...rance 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 Sec...

Page 6: ...e 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 7: ...otors 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 yo...

Page 8: ...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 9: ...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 10: ...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 11: ...n 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 Cooling System See Section 5 Hood Release...

Page 12: ...ple Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 14 Driver Position 1 22 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 23 Right Front Passenger Position 1 23 Air Bag Systems 1...

Page 13: ...Moving the seat cushion control A forward or rearward moves the entire seat D Moving the seat cushion control A up or down adjusts the seat height D Lifting up or pressing down on the front part of th...

Page 14: ...rsonalization Features in the Index Massaging Lumbar If Equipped Push the top of the lumbar control where it is marked AUTO briefly to activate the massage feature The massage cycle will run continuou...

Page 15: ...down for less firmness When you let go of the control the seat will then automatically readjust to your desired level of comfort You will also need to adjust the lumbar support To increase the lumbar...

Page 16: ...ssing the SET button and within five seconds pressing the EXIT button the exit position for either previously set driver can be recalled by pressing the EXIT button If you use the remote keyless entry...

Page 17: ...and the BACK ONLY heats only the seatback The temperature can be adjusted by pushing the button from HI to LO or until the desired setting is reached You will be able to feel heat in approximately two...

Page 18: ...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 The bel...

Page 19: ...neck injury in a crash Safety 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 ex...

Page 20: ...kle 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 21: ...1 10 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 22: ...1 11 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 23: ...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 24: ...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 25: ...hich 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 Here...

Page 26: ...sitioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies f...

Page 27: ...ke sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your sho...

Page 28: ...in the vehicle enough or if you pull out the shoulder belt the belt will become tight again If this happens you can reset it CAUTION For many people it takes two hands to adjust the shoulder belt for...

Page 29: ...give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt s...

Page 30: ...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 31: ...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 32: ...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 33: ...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 34: ...e 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 air bag for the driver and another frontal...

Page 35: ...ir bags for the driver 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 rollov...

Page 36: ...sible while still maintaining control of the vehicle 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 seriou...

Page 37: ...an air bag symbol The 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 H...

Page 38: ...1 27 The right front passenger s frontal air bag is 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...

Page 39: ...ssenger s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the door The side impact air bags for the rear seat outboard passenger positions are in the sides of the rear seatba...

Page 40: ...ehicle strikes 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 rollo...

Page 41: ...n occupant s motion is not toward the air bag Side impact air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including frontal or near frontal collisions rollovers and rear impacts primarily beca...

Page 42: ...indshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag D Air bags are designed to inflate only once After an air bag inflates you ll need some new parts for your air bag system If yo...

Page 43: ...hicle should be serviced There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag s...

Page 44: ...ething Pretensioners work only once If they activate in a crash you ll need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash...

Page 45: ...ety belt quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in...

Page 46: ...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 latch pl...

Page 47: ...touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This...

Page 48: ...lack your vehicle has this feature If the shoulder belt seems too tight 1 Sit well back in the seat 2 Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor 3 Let belt go back all the way 4 Now you c...

Page 49: ...seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body To unlatch the belt just push t...

Page 50: ...belt the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have ou...

Page 51: ...lastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elast...

Page 52: ...ge and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must...

Page 53: ...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 54: ...ash 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 lb 110...

Page 55: ...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 56: ...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 57: ...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 58: ...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 59: ...do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat CAUTION A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly i...

Page 60: ...f your child restraint has a top strap 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 pan...

Page 61: ...but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in the rear seat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part...

Page 62: ...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 unbuckl...

Page 63: ...sh 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 way The safety belt wil...

Page 64: ...e instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the se...

Page 65: ...int 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 remove t...

Page 66: ...o the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they...

Page 67: ...er 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 vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat p...

Page 68: ...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 69: ...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 air...

Page 70: ...eater If Equipped 2 25 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 30 Parking Brake 2 32 Shifting Into PARK P 2 35 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 36 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 37 Engine Exhaust 2 37 Running Your E...

Page 71: ...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 If they turned the ignition to ON and moved the shift lever...

Page 72: ...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 replacement key must hav...

Page 73: ...of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock...

Page 74: ...gnition is on and you move the shift lever out of PARK P all the doors will lock The doors will unlock every time you stop the vehicle and move the shift lever back into PARK P If someone needs to get...

Page 75: ...from the outside To cancel the rear door lock 1 Unlock the door and open it from the outside 2 Turn the passenger s side rear door knob counterclockwise all the way back to the original position 3 Tu...

Page 76: ...y Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any inte...

Page 77: ...t hold the transmitter higher and try again D Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the instructions that follow D If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified te...

Page 78: ...r lights will flash for up to 30 seconds To stop the instant panic alarm press the symbol again or turn the ignition to ON The remote keyless entry transmitter can also be used to recall the memory se...

Page 79: ...close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the battery NOTICE When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferr...

Page 80: ...perating 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 instant alarm butto...

Page 81: ...etting on AUTO or ECON 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...

Page 82: ...UTION Continued If you ever need to drive with your trunk lid open then D Make sure all windows the rear seat pass through and sunroof are closed D Turn the fan on your heating and cooling system to i...

Page 83: ...k 1 Attach the clip end of the tie down to the D ring on the trunk lid see view A 2 Attach the hook end of the tie down to the striker located at the center of the trunk sill see view B 3 Tighten the...

Page 84: ...mber 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 them with you Par...

Page 85: ...system won t activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock It activates only if you use a power door lock button or the remote keyless entry transmitter To avoid activating th...

Page 86: ...fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If the fuse does not need to be replaced you may need to have your vehicle serviced To reduce the possibility of theft always activate the theft deter...

Page 87: ...sired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment PASS Key III uses a radio frequency tr...

Page 88: ...gnition and start the engine If the engine will not start see your dealer for service D After the engine has started turn the key to OFF and remove the key D Insert the key to be programmed and turn i...

Page 89: ...an premature wear and earlier 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 inform...

Page 90: ...uld break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service ACCESSORY B This position allows you to use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engi...

Page 91: ...ition key to ACCESSORY then back to OFF Always leave your key in OFF when using RAP If you leave your key in any other position than OFF your battery will discharge prematurely Starting Your Engine Mo...

Page 92: ...ween each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 3 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accel...

Page 93: ...nd better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engi...

Page 94: ...to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside temperature the kind of oil you have...

Page 95: ...y in PARK 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 sudd...

Page 96: ...ing forward could damage your transaxle Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle has stopped Also use this gear to rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging yo...

Page 97: ...seems to start up rather slowly or if it doesn t seem to shift gears as you accelerate something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor If you drive very far that way your vehicle can be damaged...

Page 98: ...n if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object You could damage your transaxle Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerato...

Page 99: ...eased and you try to drive off with the parking brake on the BRAKE indicator light will come on and stay on If the brake doesn t fully release you can manually release the lever Before attempting to r...

Page 100: ...ervice station or have your vehicle towed NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your veh...

Page 101: ...engine running the 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 tra...

Page 102: ...cle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Console Shift Lever If Equipped 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P 3 With your right f...

Page 103: ...r brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If...

Page 104: ...CCESSORY 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want 5 Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can Shift Lock Re...

Page 105: ...e hole cover 4 Insert a small diameter screwdriver into the shift lock release hole press in and hold 5 Turn the ignition key to OFF 6 Remove the screwdriver from the hole 7 Remove the ignition key fr...

Page 106: ...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 107: ...ven when you re on fairly level ground always 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...

Page 108: ...is in use To restore power to the rear windows press the button again Horn The horn can be sounded by pressing on the center of the steering wheel pad Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Column Tilt steering al...

Page 109: ...n t see the turn signal Replace burned out bulbs to help avoid possible accidents Check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index and for burned out bulbs if the arrow fails to work when si...

Page 110: ...wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes with this setting Turn the band to one of the DELAY positions The closer you move it to LO the shorter the delay OFF Turn the band to OFF to turn of...

Page 111: ...sensitivity of the system and frequency of wipes A single wipe will occur each time you turn the wiper stalk to a higher sensitivity level An initial wipe occurs when you turn the ignition on as a rem...

Page 112: ...d and either stop or return to your preset speed For more washer cycles press and hold the paddle LOW WASHER FLUID will be displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC when the washer fluid reaches...

Page 113: ...to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button and go into...

Page 114: ...ccelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Press the SET CST button then release the button and the accelerator pedal You will now cruise at the higher speed D Press the RES ACC button Hold it there...

Page 115: ...gear to keep your speed down Applying the brake or shifting into a lower gear will take you out of cruise control If you need to apply the brake or shift to a lower gear due to the grade of the downhi...

Page 116: ...f the windshield wipers are active while the ignition key is in ON but the Twilight Sentinel switch is off a Headlamps Suggested message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center This message...

Page 117: ...amps at reduced intensity will take over If it s dark enough outside and the Twilight Sentinel control is off a HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message will display on the Driver Information Center DIC This messa...

Page 118: ...tch to low beam headlamps When the Twilight Sentinel is on and the fog lamp switch is activated the fog lamps will remain on as well as the headlamps and parking lamps Cornering Lamps The cornering la...

Page 119: ...ight Sentinel control is off a HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message will display on the Driver Information Center DIC This message informs the driver that turning on the exterior lamps is recommended it s beco...

Page 120: ...hten when it becomes light outside Backlighting will only remain active as long as the parking lamps are on and it is dark outside Courtesy Lamps The courtesy lamps are located on the ceiling above th...

Page 121: ...mp control knob counterclockwise to dim and clockwise to brighten lighting Reading Lamps The reading lamps are located on the overhead console on the ceiling and in the rear door opening These lamps c...

Page 122: ...ve box lamp cigarette lighters or the garage door opener When the ignition is turned off the power to these features will automatically turn off after 10 minutes three minutes if a new car has 15 mile...

Page 123: ...k to the day position This delay prevents rapid changing of the mirror as you drive under lights and through traffic Compass Operation Press COMPASS once to turn the compass on or off When the ignitio...

Page 124: ...th s magnetic north and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust compass variance 1 Use the COMPASS button located at the...

Page 125: ...side Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror Only the driver s side outside mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you This feature is controlled by the on and off settings on the electrochromic mi...

Page 126: ...rea comes with a coinholder a storage compartment for CDs or tapes an optional cellular telephone and a dual cupholder Map Pocket The map storage pockets are located on each front and rear door trim a...

Page 127: ...ith a rear storage door trim armrest The storage area is located in the rear door trim under the switch plate lid and includes an accessory power outlet Center Flex Storage Unit If Equipped Your vehic...

Page 128: ...out by pulling on the snuffer Rear Ashtray Option To use the side rear ashtray located on the armrest lift the lid Cigarette Lighter Option The cigarette lighter is located near the ashtray Press it a...

Page 129: ...n when not in use Rear Power Sunshade If Equipped The rear power sunshade helps to reduce the amount of heat and light entering the rear window The rear power sunshade is located in the rear shelf To...

Page 130: ...require electrical power Power to the outlets will shut off 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off to help prevent the battery from draining See Inadvertant Power Battery Saver in the Index Powe...

Page 131: ...ver s or passenger s seat cushion Floor Mats Your vehicle is equipped with rubber backed front and rear floor mats Keep them clean by vacuuming and using a spot cleaner if necessary Do not machine was...

Page 132: ...anel when express opening press either the ROOF or VENT switch in any direction If you press and hold the ROOF switch in the express open position for more than one second the express open operation w...

Page 133: ...to program up to three channels 1 If you have previously programmed a transmitter channel proceed to Step 2 Otherwise hold down the two outside buttons on the HomeLink Transmitter until the indicator...

Page 134: ...ight on the HomeLink Transmitter begins to flash rapidly Operating the HomeLink Transmitter Press and release the appropriate button on the HomeLink Transmitter The indicator light comes on while the...

Page 135: ...rage door opener owner s manual 2 Press the training button on the garage door opener motor head unit Following this step you have 30 seconds to start Step 3 3 Return to the HomeLink Transmitter in yo...

Page 136: ...he two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Release both buttons Accessories Accessories for the HomeLink Transmitter are available from the manufacturer of the u...

Page 137: ...2 68 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 138: ...Steering Wheel Controls or Cellular Telephone Controls If Equipped D Cluster E Audio Steering Wheel Controls F Driver Information Center Control Buttons G Electronic Climate Controls H Lamp Controls I...

Page 139: ...ter is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many of the other things you ll need to know to drive safely an...

Page 140: ...2 71 Analog Cluster If Equipped United States version shown Canada similar...

Page 141: ...Trip Odometer Press this button to tell how far you ve traveled since you last set the trip odometer back to zero English Metric Button By pressing this button you can go back and forth from English...

Page 142: ...is feature prevents the engine from operating at too many revolutions per minute rpm When the engine s rpm are critically high the fuel supply to the engine is shut off When the engine speed slows the...

Page 143: ...check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages They...

Page 144: ...s means the system is ready 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 ri...

Page 145: ...the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away...

Page 146: ...start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on turn the ignition to OFF Or if the light comes on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ig...

Page 147: ...on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons D If there s a brake system problem that is spe...

Page 148: ...es on As a check the light should come on for a few seconds when you start your engine See Engine Overheating in the Index Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Analog Cluster Digital Cluster This gage show...

Page 149: ...nt The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes on and a chime will sound to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before a...

Page 150: ...mage the emission control system on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required D Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on...

Page 151: ...g a misfire The system can detect this Adding fuel should correct this condition Make sure to install the fuel cap properly See Filling Your Tank in the Index It will take a few driving trips to turn...

Page 152: ...an happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take...

Page 153: ...and have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Security Light For information regarding this light see Theft...

Page 154: ...der that your headlamps are on Cruise Control Light This light comes on whenever you set your vehicle s cruise control Fuel Gage Analog United States Analog Canada The fuel gage shows approximately ho...

Page 155: ...the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full D GAL FUEL USED on the Driver Information Center does not correspond exactly to the amount of fuel remaining as shown on the fuel gage D The gage may...

Page 156: ...stop for fuel as soon as possible On the analog cluster fuel data can be obtained by pressing the INFO button See Driver Information Center in the Index Driver Information Center DIC This display giv...

Page 157: ...or the hours minutes and seconds are two numeric digits Once TIMER 00 00 00 is displayed press the ON OFF button to start the timing feature Press the ON OFF button again to stop it If you will be sta...

Page 158: ...NG 7 This message will appear if the battery is not being charged Have the electrical system checked by your dealership at your earliest convenience BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE 27 This message is displayed w...

Page 159: ...and it should be changed within 200 miles See Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations in the Maintenance Schedule booklet After an oil change the Oil Life Indicator must be reset See Oil Life Indicator...

Page 160: ...than 3 mph 4 8 km h DRIVER NO X 1 OR 2 This message will be displayed with the key in ON and while entering Feature Programming but only if the vehicle is equipped with memory seats The message will s...

Page 161: ...or lamps This message will also appear if the optional Rainsensetwiping feature is on and the Twilight SentinelR is off ICE POSSIBLE 13 This message appears when the outside air temperature is cold en...

Page 162: ...dealership for service SERVICE IDLE CONTROL 107 A problem with the idle control has occurred when this message displays Take your vehicle to your dealership for service SERVICE STABILITY SYS 54 If you...

Page 163: ...hat the PASS Key III system is disabled and is not protecting the vehicle The vehicle usually restarts however you may want to take your vehicle to a proper service center before turning off the engin...

Page 164: ...ON pressing the button once turns the traction control system off pressing the button again turns the system back on This message will automatically disappear from the display after five seconds TRAC...

Page 165: ...rammed not to recall until the key is placed in the ignition To change feature preferences you must enter feature programming see below Entering Feature Programming To begin programming the ignition m...

Page 166: ...he driver s exit position when the key is turned out of ON and the driver s door is opened To turn this feature on press the ON OFF button until ON appears on the DIC To turn this feature off press th...

Page 167: ...e keyless entry transmitter is pressed To turn the feature off press the ON OFF button until OFF appears This feature will not work if any door is open Horn Sounds at Lock To enter feature programming...

Page 168: ...on press ON OFF until ON is displayed on the DIC To turn the feature off press ON OFF until OFF is displayed Driver Unlock in PARK P To enter feature programming follow the instructions listed previou...

Page 169: ...mpts appears on the DIC display This feature will move the passenger s outside rearview mirror to a curb view position when the shifter is placed in REVERSE R and it will return the mirror to the last...

Page 170: ...If this message appears have your vehicle serviced at your dealership Oil Life Indicator This feature lets you know when to change the engine oil It s based on the engine oil temperatures and your dr...

Page 171: ...its field of view Warmer objects such as pedestrians animals and other moving vehicles will appear whiter Colder objects such as the sky signs and parked vehicles will appear darker Use this system as...

Page 172: ...ol until the image is no brighter than necessary to clearly and comfortably see the image When the system comes on you ll see the Night Vision System symbol in the image After about one minute you sho...

Page 173: ...otographic negative It appears in front of the driver just above the front edge of the hood Remember that the Night Vision System can only help you see objects that are warmer or colder than the surro...

Page 174: ...ystem only as a driving aid It is also important to keep your windshield the HUD Head Up Display for the Night Vision System lens and the camera lens clean If you do not keep everything clean system p...

Page 175: ...the contiguous United States In addition the system includes intersection and freeway entrances route planning a programmable address book points of interest a list of restaurants emergency phone numb...

Page 176: ...e rearview mirror or by turning around How the System Works URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into REVERSE R and the vehicle speed is less than 3 MPH 5 km h When the system com...

Page 177: ...your vehicle is driven forward at least 15 mph 25 km h It may also flash red if the ultrasonic sensors are not kept clean So be sure to keep your rear bumper free of mud dirt snow ice and slush or th...

Page 178: ...Tape Player 3 15 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player If Equipped 3 19 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data Systems RDS and Digital Signal Process...

Page 179: ...Temperature Button With this feature the right front passenger can control the temperature of air for his her own zone The passenger can select a warmer or cooler temperature from the driver s setting...

Page 180: ...indshield outlets The system will stay in the selected mode until the MODE button is pressed again Press the up or down arrow to cycle through the available modes Automatic Operation When the system i...

Page 181: ...th 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 and air...

Page 182: ...to maintain the previously set temperature The outside temperature will show on the display when the system is OFF AC Press this button to turn the air conditioning on and off The system will cool and...

Page 183: ...ify the air inside the vehicle Also while in the AUTO mode the system will use recirculation as necessary to cool the air You may also need to adjust the interior temperature and the fan speed as need...

Page 184: ...m the glass Press this button to turn on the rear defogger With it the rear window and both outside rearview mirrors are heated The system will automatically shut off after 10 minutes of use If you tu...

Page 185: ...in to use the AUTO adjust mode and let the system decide for you Fan Press the button with the fan symbol on it to adjust the blower speed Temp Press this button to adjust the temperature The system a...

Page 186: ...and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of the windows D Keep the air path...

Page 187: ...djusted the last time your vehicle was operated This feature allows two different drivers to store and recall their own climate control settings The settings recalled by the climate control system are...

Page 188: ...e Clock 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...

Page 189: ...an two seconds to scan radio stations The radio will go to a station stop for five seconds then go on to the next station Press this button again to stop scanning PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbutt...

Page 190: ...other side of your cassette tape Cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio off but they will not start playing until the radio is on If you want to insert a cassette tape when the ignition is off f...

Page 191: ...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 the u...

Page 192: ...d NO SOURCE LOADED will appear on the display Press this button again or press BAND to switch back to the radio MUTE Press this button to silence the system Press it again to turn on the sound Finding...

Page 193: ...will go to 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...

Page 194: ...tte tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player Try a new tape 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...

Page 195: ...to the type of cassette 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 radi...

Page 196: ...he next selection Press this button again to stop scanning RDM Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order Press RDM again to turn off random play EJECT Press the upwar...

Page 197: ...radio stations The radio will go to a station stop for five seconds then go on to the next station Press this button again to stop scanning PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to y...

Page 198: ...RDS 1 With RDS off press the RDS SELECT button followed by this button to turn RDS on The RDS display will turn on You must have RDS on to use the new RDS functions The RDS display will also turn on...

Page 199: ...uncements from stations in the network related to the tuned station If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements the radio will seek to a station which does When the radio fin...

Page 200: ...in to turn the PTY display off tPTYu 5 6 With RDS on press the RDS SELECT button followed by tor u The PTY display will turn on if it is not already on RDS SELECT PTY NEWS will appear on the display f...

Page 201: ...s available to the radio To set the clock to the current displayed station time press and hold HR or MN until TIME UPDATED is displayed There is a two second delay before the time is updated RDS mode...

Page 202: ...o turn DSP off press and hold this button until DSP OFF appears on the display When DSP OFF is displayed the system will provide the best overall audio performance The radio keeps separate DSP setting...

Page 203: ...e tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player Try a new tape 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 RW...

Page 204: ...olby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Auto CrO2 allows the cassette tape player to adjust to the type of cassette tape for clearer sound for CrO2 cassette tapes Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc...

Page 205: ...election 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 RDM agai...

Page 206: ...Sources include cassette and MiniDisc 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 If none...

Page 207: ...rst 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 not st...

Page 208: ...on in the network when a station gets too weak for listening Press the RDS SELECT button followed by this button again to turn RDS off All RDS functions will be turned off REGION You can also use the...

Page 209: ...the display while the volume is being adjusted When a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station or a related network station you will hear it even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape...

Page 210: ...save the PTY in a preset See Radio Data Systems RDS Program Type PTY Selections in the Index When the PTY display is on press SEEK and SCAN to find radio stations of the PTY you want to listen to The...

Page 211: ...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 212: ...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 Adjustin...

Page 213: ...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 to seek to the next or previous selection on th...

Page 214: ...e display followed by ALBUM title then TRACK title The display then reverts back to showing MD TRACK number If you re driving on a very rough road or if it s very hot the disc may not play If the disc...

Page 215: ...lt Hits Any Any Classicl Classical Cls Rock Classical Rock College College Country Country Info Information Jazz Jazz Language Language News News Nostalga Nostalgia Oldies Oldies Persnlty Personality...

Page 216: ...your navigation system to broadcast announcements on traffic weather and emergency alert communications For information on how to use this system see Navigation Radio System supplement CD Adapter Kits...

Page 217: ...scs before you can play a compact disc Each of the 6 trays holds one disc Load the trays from bottom to top placing a disc in the tray label side up If you load a disc label side down the disc will no...

Page 218: ...track number will be displayed The disc numbers are listed on the front of the magazine All of the CD functions are controlled by the radio buttons except for ejecting the CD magazine PUSHBUTTONS Pres...

Page 219: ...the next available CD SOURCE Press this button if you have a disc loaded in the changer and the radio is on to play a compact disc To return to playing the radio press BAND Pressing source also switch...

Page 220: ...ts every time you travel With the radio off and the clock displayed use FF and RW to select home or away presets To select the away presets press and hold FF for five counts until you hear a beep The...

Page 221: ...e Player factory presets which have not been reprogrammed with your stations will be ignored When listening to a cassette tape the up or down arrow lever can be used to SEEK forward and rearward throu...

Page 222: ...to come and go Weather Band If Equipped Weather band is restricted to speech and the audio quality is not as good as with the AM or FM bands Depending on location the radio should receive one or two c...

Page 223: ...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 display C...

Page 224: ...t type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as th...

Page 225: ...ure that the inside surfaces of the front windshield and rear window are not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged If the inside surfaces are damaged they could interfere with radi...

Page 226: ...ving 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 14 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 17 Driving at Night 4 19 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 23 Ci...

Page 227: ...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 228: ...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 229: ...arried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in many U S states sets the lega...

Page 230: ...right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the co...

Page 231: ...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 with...

Page 232: ...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 233: ...ster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps recei...

Page 234: ...tem works the front brakes and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin The TRACTION ENGAGED message will display on the Driver Information Center when the traction control system is limiting wheel sp...

Page 235: ...when you press the button the TRACTION OFF message will display but the system won t turn off right away It will wait until there s no longer a current need to limit wheel spin You can turn the syste...

Page 236: ...to steer a vehicle on wet ice you ll understand this The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your sp...

Page 237: ...d of maneuver the transaxle shifts automatically as vehicle speed changes Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and...

Page 238: ...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 whil...

Page 239: ...ee a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection delay your pass A broken center line usually indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid lin...

Page 240: ...lashing it may be slowing down or starting to turn D If you re being passed make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let s r...

Page 241: ...ility Sys Engaged Message in the Index Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these co...

Page 242: ...Drive defensively D Don t drink and drive D Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you D Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep more spac...

Page 243: ...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 244: ...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 245: ...y 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 lose...

Page 246: ...oad If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There jus...

Page 247: ...If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Don t ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips...

Page 248: ...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 249: ...ce ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirr...

Page 250: ...r vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts...

Page 251: ...the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is well ven...

Page 252: ...g or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let your engine assist your brakes on a steep downhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous...

Page 253: ...igns on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones a falling rocks area or winding roads Be alert to these and take appropriate action Winter Driving...

Page 254: ...g on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery s...

Page 255: ...slippery road D Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach...

Page 256: ...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 see it...

Page 257: ...and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the f...

Page 258: ...ry 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 the...

Page 259: ...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 D Put...

Page 260: ...d 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 durability...

Page 261: ...e This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads D Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailer...

Page 262: ...ion Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of...

Page 263: ...of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules...

Page 264: ...our rig And never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes Because you have anti lock brakes don t try to tap into your vehicle s hydraulic brake system If you do both brake systems wo...

Page 265: ...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 266: ...s will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are bu...

Page 267: ...gular brakes 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 clea...

Page 268: ...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 9 Engine Overheating 5 12 Cooling System 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 19 Chan...

Page 269: ...t panel between the two air vents Press the button in to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off The light in the center of the button will flash indicating that the hazard warning...

Page 270: ...te D They contain enough electricity 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 vehi...

Page 271: ...r outlets Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be...

Page 272: ...and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You don t need to add water to the ACDelcoR battery installed in every new GM vehicle But if a b...

Page 273: ...would damage the battery and maybe other parts too Also don t connect the negative cable to negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks CAUTION Fans or other moving engine part...

Page 274: ...ed near the power steering fluid reservoir Attach the cable to the remote negative terminal provided 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 12 Try to start the v...

Page 275: ...u or others D Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed D Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds D Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured D Never get under your vehicle a...

Page 276: ...panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light or Engine Coolant Temperature Gage in the Index Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode Should an overheated engine condition exist and the messa...

Page 277: ...it off 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 liqui...

Page 278: ...air conditioner is on turn it off 2 Dial temperature control to the highest heat setting and open the windows as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highe...

Page 279: ...ap B Electric Engine Cooling 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...

Page 280: ...ine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Prot...

Page 281: ...t the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information CAUTION Steam and sc...

Page 282: ...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 283: ...upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A...

Page 284: ...engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the lev...

Page 285: ...wout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and...

Page 286: ...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 287: ...anging your tires are on the inside of the tire cover located in your trunk To gain access to the instructions spare tire and jacking equipment do the following 1 Press the area at the front of the ha...

Page 288: ...hat holds the wrench and jack 4 Remove the wheel wrench jack and spare tire from the trunk See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare tire The tools you...

Page 289: ...wrench to gently pry the wheel covers off Be careful not to scratch the aluminum wheel edge and don t try to remove it with your hands For models having exposed wheel nuts use the wheel wrench to rem...

Page 290: ...ind the jacking location from the diagrams above and corresponding hoisting notches located in the plastic molding The notches may be labeled JACK with an arrow pointing to the jacking location on the...

Page 291: ...rsonal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 3 Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the jack lift head until the jac...

Page 292: ...When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt 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...

Page 293: ...e wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 11 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower t...

Page 294: ...become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as so...

Page 295: ...and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all...

Page 296: ...en stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon a...

Page 297: ...ou 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 spare is i...

Page 298: ...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 Your...

Page 299: ...5 32 NOTES...

Page 300: ...leaner Filter 6 20 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 24 Engine Coolant 6 27 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6 27 Power Steering Fluid 6 28 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 29 Brakes 6 33 Battery 6 35 Bulb Replacement 6 44...

Page 301: ...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 302: ...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 303: ...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 304: ...oes business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Mo...

Page 305: ...he VALET lockout button is in the OFF position An alternate fuel door release is located inside of the trunk on the driver s side Pull it to release the fuel door While refueling hang the cap by the t...

Page 306: ...g 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 can det...

Page 307: ...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 Checking Thin...

Page 308: ...n the hood It is located on the lower driver s side of the instrument panel Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever which is located under the front edge of the g...

Page 309: ...shield Washer Fluid Reservoir B Underhood Junction Block C Engine Coolant Surge Tank D Power Steering Fluid E Engine Oil Fill Cap F Engine Oil Dipstick G Brake Master Cylinder H Transaxle Dipstick Flu...

Page 310: ...he CHECK OIL LEVEL message appears on the instrument panel it means you need to check your engine oil level right away For more information see Checking Engine Oil in the Index You should check your e...

Page 311: ...pstick is located behind the radiator on the driver s side of the engine The handle says ENGINE OIL on it Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don...

Page 312: ...the Index NOTICE Don t 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...

Page 313: ...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 314: ...ended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer that lets you know when to change your engin...

Page 315: ...lothing or rags containingused engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure...

Page 316: ...sure to align the two tabs located on the back of the air cleaner cover with the two slots on the back of the air cleaner housing 2 Push slightly down and forward to slide the air cleaner cover and h...

Page 317: ...ging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you re driving Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement The passenge...

Page 318: ...r insert the flat tip of a screwdriver into the outer edge of the cover and gently pry the cover up 2 Then insert the flat tip of the screwdriver behind the push pin located on the inboard side of the...

Page 319: ...our automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these condition...

Page 320: ...m parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving D When outside...

Page 321: ...t lever in PARK P D Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps 1 The transaxle fluid cap is located next to the radiator hose and belo...

Page 322: ...proper fluid to bring the level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It...

Page 323: ...lant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkab...

Page 324: ...ngine 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 NOTI...

Page 325: ...or are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level...

Page 326: ...ank cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrow on the cap lines up with the overflow...

Page 327: ...klet Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read th...

Page 328: ...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 329: ...good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add...

Page 330: ...brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just...

Page 331: ...ditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to he...

Page 332: ...ng replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free ACDelcoR battery When it s time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original batter...

Page 333: ...cle 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 You c...

Page 334: ...N 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 instructions on the bulb package Headlamps 1 To...

Page 335: ...headlamp assembly 3 Loosen the bolt at the bottom of the headlamp assembly to gain access to the bulb socket 4 Firmly grasp the outboard side of the headlamp assembly with both hands and pull hard en...

Page 336: ...from the lamp housing 7 Disconnect the bulb from the socket by pulling out the bulb 8 Install the new bulb into the socket Make sure that the bulb is locked firmly into the bulb socket 9 Reinstall the...

Page 337: ...until it is seated against the surface of the filler panel 4 Lock each push pin in place by pressing the center of each down until they are level with the outer circles Use care not to press down so f...

Page 338: ...pared as follows D The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft 7 6 m from a light colored wall or other flat surface D The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface whi...

Page 339: ...lamps need only vertical up down adjustment follow only the vertical aiming procedure Adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 TorxR socket or T15 Torx screwdriver Headlamp Horizontal Aiming Turn th...

Page 340: ...lamps 2 Measure the distance from the ground to the aim dot on each lamp if left low beam subtract two inches Record this distance 3 At the wall or other flat surface measure from the floor to the re...

Page 341: ...aluated The ambient light should allow the beam cut off to be seen on the wall 5 Turn the vertical aiming screw C until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal line It is recommended to cover the...

Page 342: ...into the socket 4 Reinstall the cornering lamp housing socket back into the headlamp assembly 5 To reinstall headlamp assembly see Steps 1 through 5 in reverse in Headlamps described previously Front...

Page 343: ...der Part B Owner Checks 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 length and typ...

Page 344: ...mes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see your Cadillac Warranty booklet for details CAUTION P...

Page 345: ...s 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 no mo...

Page 346: ...lowing D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough ride D Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 42...

Page 347: ...tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as s...

Page 348: ...ocation 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 Perfor...

Page 349: ...e 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 tires b...

Page 350: ...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 are A...

Page 351: ...e kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels w...

Page 352: ...ions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find t...

Page 353: ...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 354: ...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 355: ...lts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass shoul...

Page 356: ...th a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades that look worn Weatherstrips Silicone gre...

Page 357: ...ressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instruc...

Page 358: ...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 abrasive polishe...

Page 359: ...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 360: ...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 361: ...icates 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 Parts...

Page 362: ...four individual fuses LF low RF low LF high and RF high 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 ri...

Page 363: ...se 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 Rep...

Page 364: ...nel 8 Powertrain Control Module Battery 9 Headlamp High Beam Right 10 Headlamp High Beam Left 11 Ignition 1 12 Fog 13 Transmission 14 Cruise Control 15 Coil Module 16 Injector Bank 2 17 Not Used 18 No...

Page 365: ...y 35 Not Used 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...

Page 366: ...e 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 and caus...

Page 367: ...through the proper slots in the seat cushion Don t let the safety belts get twisted 2 Slide the rear of the cushion up and under the seatback so the rear locating guides hook into the wire loops on t...

Page 368: ...scoping Steering 8 Supplemental Inflation Restraint 9 Not Used 10 Lamps Park Right 11 Fuel Tank Ventilation Solenoid 12 Ignition 1 13 Interior Lamp Dimmer Module 14 Sunshade 15 Navigation 16 Heated Se...

Page 369: ...Relays Relay Usage 39 Fuel Pump 40 Parking Lamps 41 Ignition 1 42 Park Brake A 43 Park Brake B 44 Park Shift Interlock 45 Reverse Lamps Relay Usage 46 Retained Accessory Power for Sunroof 47 Reverse...

Page 370: ...ies 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 i...

Page 371: ...evel as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Filter Element AC Type A 1208C Fuel Filter Element AC Type GF 627 Engine Oil Filter AC Typ...

Page 372: ...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 Courtesy Tra...

Page 373: ...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 374: ...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 375: ...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 376: ...eriod 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 Ca...

Page 377: ...ered 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 provi...

Page 378: ...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 home addr...

Page 379: ...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 380: ...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 381: ...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 382: ...inly 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 at 1...

Page 383: ...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 384: ...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...

Page 385: ...7 14 NOTES...

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