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Service Station Guide

For

a More

Detailed Look at

What's Under the Hood

See Section 6

Tire Pressure

See Section 6

Oil Viscosity

Engine Oil

See Section 6

Engine Oil Dipstick

See Section 6

Remote Fuel

Door Release

See Section 6

Cooling System

See Section 5

Hood Release

See Section 6

Windshield Washer

Fluid

See Section 6

Battery

See Section 6

Fuel

Use unleaded only.

See Section 6

for octane ratings.

Summary of Contents for 2001 Catera

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Page 2: ...tera under warranty is backed with the following services Free lockout assistance Free dead battery assistance Free out of fuel assistance Free flat tire change Emergency towing 1 800 882 1112 that pr...

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

Page 5: ...Steering 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 If Equipped Radio Theft De...

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

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 M...

Page 8: ...al Motors 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 I...

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: ...ave 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 WINDSHIEL...

Page 12: ...See Section 6 Oil Viscosity Engine Oil See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick See Section 6 Remote Fuel Door Release See Section 6 Cooling System See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer...

Page 13: ...Belts They re for Everyone 1 17 Here are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 18 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 18 Driver Position 1 25 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy...

Page 14: ...sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Lift the bar located under the front seat to...

Page 15: ...d return the cushion to its original position by pushing it towards the rear of the vehicle Manual Lumbar Support The manual lumbar control is located on the outboard side of each front seatback The c...

Page 16: ...down on the center of the control D To move the seat forward or rearward slide the control in the desired direction If a failure in the power supply system occurs the power seats can be manually adju...

Page 17: ...nd pressing memory 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 a...

Page 18: ...t in the control reminds you that the heating system is in use The heated seats can only be used when the ignition is turned on To turn the heated seat off turn the thumbwheel control clockwise to the...

Page 19: ...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 20: ...seat head restraints except they do not tilt forward or rearward Removable Head Restraints CAUTION If a head restraint is not installed on the seatback or stored in the vehicle properly it could be t...

Page 21: ...ease buttons at the top of the seatback and slide the head restraint out of the height adjust tubes The head restraint should be stored securely on the driver s side of the trunk as shown Replace the...

Page 22: ...ack always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Folding the Rear Seat With the rear folding seatbacks you can carry long cargo by folding down pa...

Page 23: ...sition lift up on the seatback and push it rearward until it latches After returning the seat to the upright position pull forward on the seatback to make sure it is locked into place Return the safet...

Page 24: ...ckwise to secure Heated Rear Seat Option The heated rear seat controls are located on the rear center console under the air outlets Press the button once to turn on the heating system Press the button...

Page 25: ...iously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely...

Page 26: ...even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or kill...

Page 27: ...1 15 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop...

Page 28: ...1 16 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel...

Page 29: ...even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I...

Page 30: ...Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller childr...

Page 31: ...to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure Make sure the release button on the...

Page 32: ...sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for...

Page 33: ...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 34: ...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 35: ...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 36: ...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 37: ...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 38: ...nt locking 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 fron...

Page 39: ...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 40: ...ose to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants CAUTION Continued CA...

Page 41: ...The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is...

Page 42: ...r bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don...

Page 43: ...tem s designed threshold level The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design Side impact air bags are not designed to inflate in frontal or near frontal impacts rollovers or rear impacts b...

Page 44: ...ever be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags...

Page 45: ...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 46: ...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 47: ...oulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up 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...

Page 48: ...to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs I...

Page 49: ...the height 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 make sure it has locked into p...

Page 50: ...eed 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 be restrained while in a vehicle Infants...

Page 51: ...uch until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will su...

Page 52: ...are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatibl...

Page 53: ...nfants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A yo...

Page 54: ...restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surfac...

Page 55: ...urfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positione...

Page 56: ...aps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type...

Page 57: ...ear facing child restraint in a rear seat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s...

Page 58: ...find them behind the rear seat on the filler panel In order to get to a bracket you ll have to open the trim cover Anchor the top strap to one of these anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point loc...

Page 59: ...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 60: ...a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be...

Page 61: ...in the right front seat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restr...

Page 62: ...the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to...

Page 63: ...r 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 the child restraint just unbuckle the v...

Page 64: ...elt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal...

Page 65: ...oulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehi...

Page 66: ...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 67: ...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 68: ...ilizer 2 20 New Vehicle Break In 2 20 Ignition Positions 2 22 Starting Your Engine 2 23 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 25 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 30 Parking Brake 2 31 Shifting Into PA...

Page 69: ...cle with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially...

Page 70: ...the windows will not shut off until a door is opened there is no time limit to this feature As soon as a door is opened power window movement will stop immediately Programming the Power Windows If the...

Page 71: ...gets in the way You or others could be injured and your window could be damaged Be careful not to press and hold the power window control button Rear Window Lockout Moving this switch to the left will...

Page 72: ...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 73: ...e 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 key code In an emergency contact the Cadillac Roadside As...

Page 74: ...D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your ve...

Page 75: ...be programmed to suit each driver s door lock preference The two remote keyless entry transmitters are identified on the back with either a 1 or a 2 Each transmitter must be programmed separately The...

Page 76: ...t help prevent passengers from opening the rear door of your vehicle from the inside The lock is located on the rear edge of each rear door To use this lock do the following 1 Move the lever on the do...

Page 77: ...your trunk from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal...

Page 78: ...mitter higher and try again D Check to determine if battery replacement or resynchronization is necessary See the instructions that follow D If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualifi...

Page 79: ...your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery...

Page 80: ...the battery and replace it with a CR2032 battery Using the wrong size battery can damage the transmitter Make sure the battery is positioned with the plus facing down 3 Align the internal pieces of th...

Page 81: ...erly Trunk CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death...

Page 82: ...t have a trunk key lock cylinder If your vehicle loses power temporarily you can manually open the trunk using the trunk release handle The handle is located on the underside of the trunk lid on the d...

Page 83: ...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 to steal However t...

Page 84: ...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 th...

Page 85: ...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 86: ...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 87: ...ring break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions Keep in mind that you may have to turn the steering wheel as you turn the key in order to turn the ignition swit...

Page 88: ...for example if your vehicle is being pushed ON II This is the position used for driving your vehicle START III This position starts the engine To lock the steering column remove the key while in LOCK...

Page 89: ...e accelerator pedal turn your 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 se...

Page 90: ...signed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If...

Page 91: ...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 92: ...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 93: ...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 94: ...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 95: ...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 96: ...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 97: ...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 98: ...low If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Console Shift Lever 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this D Pull the button on...

Page 99: ...down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without pressing the button on the shift lever handle If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Loc...

Page 100: ...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 101: ...r you will see a yellow tab With one hand push the tab to unlock the shift lever 7 Shift to NEUTRAL N with the other hand 8 Start the engine if you can and then shift to the drive gear you want 9 Have...

Page 102: ...ciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your vehicle...

Page 103: ...be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t l...

Page 104: ...teering wheel to the highest level gives your legs more room when you enter and exit your vehicle Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you to tilt the wheel Adjust the steering wheel to a...

Page 105: ...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 signaling a turn Headlamp High Low Beam With...

Page 106: ...n is for a controlled delay setting Turn the control dial on the lever to increase or decrease the delay between wipe cycles o OFF This position turns off the wipers Be sure to clear ice and snow from...

Page 107: ...either stop or return to your preset speed CAUTION In freezing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your visi...

Page 108: ...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 needless wh...

Page 109: ...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 110: ...asing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed D Use the accelerator pedal to go to a higher speed Push the SET ACCEL button at the end of the lever and then release...

Page 111: ...t earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the...

Page 112: ...amps ashtray lamps backlighting to the radio controls and instrument panel lights Headlamps Fog lamps Twilight Sentinel Turns the Twilight Sentinel system off Instrument panel brightness control Turn...

Page 113: ...ly turn the lamp knob off and then back on to the headlamp position The headlamps will stay on until manually turned off again Your vehicle may be equipped with High Intensity Discharge HID headlamps...

Page 114: ...START D the low beam headlamps are off the manual lamp knob is in the off or park lamp position and D your vehicle s transmission is shifted out of PARK P When DRL are on only the high beam headlamps...

Page 115: ...back on 20 seconds after wipers have turned off D the flash to pass feature is in use or D the Twilight Sentinel is turned on As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when y...

Page 116: ...on The lamps turn off when the system detects that it is bright enough outside If you turn the knob all the way up the lamps will remain on for about three minutes after the ignition has been turned t...

Page 117: ...el Brightness Control This control is located to the right of the fog lamp button As you turn the thumbwheel up the instrument panel lights will brighten Illuminated Entry This system turns on the cou...

Page 118: ...ehicle disables the lamps when any door is opened With the button set toward the front of the vehicle the lamps will always be on If the reading lamps are left on they automatically shut off 10 minute...

Page 119: ...behind you At night when the glare is too high the mirror will gradually darken to reduce glare this change may take a few seconds The mirror will return to its clear daytime state when the glare is r...

Page 120: ...mirrors are heated To heat the mirrors press the rear window defogger button See Rear Window Defogger in the Index Manual Folding Outside Rearview Mirrors The driver s and passenger s outside mirrors...

Page 121: ...ll as on the passenger s and driver s front seatbacks Also located on the driver s door map pocket is a coin holder Center Console Storage Area The front storage area comes with a small storage bin an...

Page 122: ...cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them causing a damaging fire The cigarette lighter is located next to the ashtray Press it all the way in and release it It will pop back out by itse...

Page 123: ...ory Power Outlet The accessory power outlet is located on the center console Open the cover to use the power outlet When not in use replace the cover The outlet can be used to plug in electrical equip...

Page 124: ...with these services If you are not quickly connected the system will automatically reset and redial This ensures connection to the center there is no additional action required Press the Call Answer...

Page 125: ...n the situation If the center is unable to contact you an emergency service provide will be contacted D Stolen Vehicle Tracking Call the center at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to report your vehicle...

Page 126: ...ue items and services D Ride Assist An advisor can locate transportation in the event that you are unable to drive OnStar System Limitations Complete limitations can be found on the Subscriber Service...

Page 127: ...loor 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 wash Sunroof Option The express open s...

Page 128: ...ly opened position turn the knob to any position between A and E The positions range from about 25 percent open to approximately 80 percent open Turn the knob to position E to fully close the glass pa...

Page 129: ...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 130: ...til the sunroof is fully closed about three seconds after the motor has stopped 4 Turn the knob to position A and hold until the sunroof is fully open about three seconds after the motor has stopped 5...

Page 131: ...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 132: ...oth buttons once 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 w...

Page 133: ...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 transmitter to the HomeLink transmitter see Pr...

Page 134: ...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 135: ...2 68 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 136: ...fort Controls F Lamp Controls G Horn H Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Audio System I Hood Release J Heated Front Seat Control Option K Hazard Warning Flasher Button L Fuel Door Release Button M Ash...

Page 137: ...u 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 and economically The main c...

Page 138: ...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 139: ...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 140: ...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 141: ...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 142: ...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 Towin...

Page 143: ...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 144: ...a check the light should come on for a few seconds when you start the engine See Engine Overheating in the Index Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the...

Page 145: ...The light should turn off as soon as the coolant level is at its proper operating range Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation...

Page 146: ...n Inspection Maintenance test This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This li...

Page 147: ...stem dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Are you low on fuel As your engine starts to run out of fuel your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air...

Page 148: ...have not been completely diagnosed by the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The...

Page 149: ...so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and i...

Page 150: ...e Control Light This light comes on whenever you set your vehicle s cruise control Low Washer Fluid Warning Light This light will come on when you turn on the ignition and the windshield washer fluid...

Page 151: ...when you turn stop or speed up Low Fuel Light If the fuel level is low approximately one 3 8L to two gallons 7 57 L of fuel remaining in the fuel tank a light will come on until you add fuel The light...

Page 152: ...automatic transmission Have your vehicle serviced Leveling Indicator Light This light comes on steady when the rear load level in your vehicle changes Do not drive your vehicle when this light is on T...

Page 153: ...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 154: ...o 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 i...

Page 155: ...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 156: ...The 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 fan speed will gradually increase and a...

Page 157: ...tion is displayed ON OFF Press this button to turn the system on or off Turning the climate control system on in this way will recall all previous manually set mode settings If the system is turned on...

Page 158: ...UTO 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 brou...

Page 159: ...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 by...

Page 160: ...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 161: ...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 162: ...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 163: ...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 164: ...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 165: ...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 166: ...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 167: ...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 168: ...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 169: ...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 170: ...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 171: ...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 172: ...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 173: ...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 174: ...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 175: ...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 176: ...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 177: ...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 178: ...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 179: ...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 180: ...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 181: ...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 182: ...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 Casset...

Page 183: ...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 184: ...en Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Traction Control System 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...

Page 185: ...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 186: ...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 187: ...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 188: ...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 189: ...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 190: ...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 191: ...wn If 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...

Page 192: ...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 193: ...power steering assist 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 e...

Page 194: ...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 195: ...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 196: ...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 197: ...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 198: ...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 199: ...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 200: ...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 201: ...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 202: ...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 203: ...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 204: ...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 205: ...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 206: ...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 207: ...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 208: ...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 209: ...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 210: ...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 211: ...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 212: ...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 213: ...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 214: ...hing else they will go as fast as the vehicle 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...

Page 215: ...hat the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your v...

Page 216: ...ing 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 D...

Page 217: ...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 218: ...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 219: ...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 220: ...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 221: ...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 222: ...ems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 17 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18...

Page 223: ...lamps flash on and off The indicator light on the button also flashes Pressing the button again turns the flashers off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and eve...

Page 224: ...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 225: ...ad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P and a manu...

Page 226: ...to explode People have been hurt doing this 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...

Page 227: ...o to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery Don t connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too...

Page 228: ...the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery 7 Attach the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine...

Page 229: ...sconnect the black negative cable from the negative terminal on the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positi...

Page 230: ...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 231: ...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 232: ...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 233: ...damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX CO...

Page 234: ...cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure a...

Page 235: ...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 236: ...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 237: ...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 238: ...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 239: ...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 240: ...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 241: ...20 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 242: ...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 243: ...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 244: ...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 245: ...e 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 location...

Page 246: ...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 247: ...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 248: ...ipment 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 spare...

Page 249: ...should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated See Inflation Tire Pressure and Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Your spare tire is for temporary use and should be...

Page 250: ...r to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels 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...

Page 251: ...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 252: ...15 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 19 Automatic 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...

Page 253: ...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 254: ...y cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Use premium unleaded gasoline rated at 91 octane or highe...

Page 255: ...urs return to your authorized Catera dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used repairs may not be c...

Page 256: ...or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn t be covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or cont...

Page 257: ...console to unlock and open the fuel door You can also press the fuel button on the remote keyless entry transmitter to access the fuel cap Your vehicle has a tethered fuel cap To remove the cap turn i...

Page 258: ...ndex 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 determine if the fuel cap has been left o...

Page 259: ...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 260: ...e to open the hood It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever which is located below the front grille Li...

Page 261: ...ir Cleaner Filter 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...

Page 262: ...eck your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick is located behind the radiator hose...

Page 263: ...cations in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The en...

Page 264: ...the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper v...

Page 265: ...trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing D Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go t...

Page 266: ...l be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Ins...

Page 267: ...e coolant surge tank out of the way so the engine air cleaner filter lid can be lifted 4 Lift the lid take out the engine air cleaner filter and remove any loose debris that may be found lying in the...

Page 268: ...off NOTICE If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when...

Page 269: ...al see the arrow in the illustration and 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 fro...

Page 270: ...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 271: ...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 272: ...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 273: ...ler 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 These can be harmful Checking Coolant The surge...

Page 274: ...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 275: ...htly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located between the battery and the brake master cylinder...

Page 276: ...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 use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricant...

Page 277: ...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 is completely full D D...

Page 278: ...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 279: ...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 280: ...a rapid 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 S...

Page 281: ...ps on working around a battery without getting hurt After a power loss such as disconnecting the battery or removing the maxi fuses in the power distribution fuse block the following steps must be per...

Page 282: ...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 283: ...6 32 2 Remove the black rubber cap that protects the bulb area 3 Remove the plug connector from the bulb...

Page 284: ...6 33 4 Squeeze the retaining clip together and then pull it away from the bulb assembly 5 Pull the bulb out and then replace it 6 Reverse steps to reassemble...

Page 285: ...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 286: ...terclockwise to remove it 3 Pull the bulb out replace it and then reassemble Taillamp and Stop Lamp 1 Open the trunk to access the lamp housing 2 Depending on which outer bulb needs replacing open eit...

Page 287: ...the trunk to access the lamp housing 2 Remove the plastic cover located on the underside of the trunk lid by squeezing the two tabs together This will expose the back of the lamp housing 3 Remove the...

Page 288: ...Replacement Parts later in this section To replace the wiper blade assembly 1 Pull the windshield wiper assembly away from the windshield 2 Lift the wiper blade assembly up so it is in a T shaped pos...

Page 289: ...Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the re...

Page 290: ...kPa for tire size 235 45R17 When you end this very high speed driving reduce the cold inflation pressures to those listed on the Tire Loading Information label NOTICE Don t let anyone tell you that u...

Page 291: ...eck wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It s Time for New Tires and Wheel Replacement later in this section for more information The purpose of regular rotation is to achie...

Page 292: ...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 293: ...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 294: ...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 295: ...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 296: ...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 297: ...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 298: ...they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle D Alcohol D Laundry Soap D Bleach D Reducing Agents Cleaning the...

Page 299: ...duct D Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into...

Page 300: ...inside of the rear window an electric defogger element may be damaged Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If t...

Page 301: ...s to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to...

Page 302: ...sive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials s...

Page 303: ...f off immediately after application Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Clean...

Page 304: ...have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the fra...

Page 305: ...plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with...

Page 306: ...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 307: ...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 308: ...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 309: ...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 310: ...ta Link Connector DLC Stoplamp Switch 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...

Page 311: ...r Fuse Usage 26 Headlamp Switch RH and LH Front Sidemarker Lamp Middle Taillamp RH and LH Rear License Plate Lamp Radio Automatic Transmission Control Indicator Heater and A C Control 27 Automatic Lev...

Page 312: ...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 313: ...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 314: ...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 315: ...To Open 198_F 92_C Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Filter Element 90512851 Fuel Filter Element 90542540 Engine Oil Filter 9118851 Passenger s Compartment Air Filter 9192320 Spark Plugs 905410...

Page 316: ...ustomer Assistance for 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 Speec...

Page 317: ...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 318: ...is informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a 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 gi...

Page 319: ...to Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colon...

Page 320: ...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 321: ...ble only in the United States and Canada Cadillac Owner Privilegest Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Privilegest at no charge throughout your 2001 Cadillac Warranty Period 48 months 50...

Page 322: ...t you 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...

Page 323: ...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 324: ...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 325: ...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 326: ...rio K1A 0N5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 458 8006 o...

Page 327: ...nd transfer cases RETAIL SELL PRICE 50 00 SERVICE BULLETINS Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains i...

Page 328: ...utside U S A please write to the above address for quotation 2001 120 00 2001 50 00 2001 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax...

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