Cadillac 2001 Eldorado Page 5 Owner'S Manual Download

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Comfort Controls and Audio Systems

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Your Driving and the Road

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Table of Contents (cont'd)

Defensive Driving
Drunken Driving
Control of a Vehicle
Braking

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-Deterrent Feature
Steering Wheel Controls

Hazard Warning Flashers
Jump Starting
Towing Your Vehicle

Engine Overheating
Changing a Flat Tire
If You're Stuck

Problems on the Road

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Summary of Contents for 2001 Eldorado

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Page 4: ...rior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Convenience Net Accessory Power Outlets OnStar System If Equipped Sunroof Option HomeLink Transmitter Option Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Gages Driver In...

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: ...lectrical 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 Sched...

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: ...ral 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...

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: ...l 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 Spare Tire Pressu...

Page 13: ...11 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 12 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 12 Driver Position 1 19 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 20 Right Front Passenger P...

Page 14: ...board side of the front seat cushion D Move the front of the control in the direction of the arrows to adjust the front portion of the cushion up or down D Move the rear of the control in the directio...

Page 15: ...d by pushing the lumbar control down and holding for not more than half a second The cycle will continue to run even if the ignition is turned to OFF The lumbar support can be adjusted during the mass...

Page 16: ...proximates body temperature The HI setting heats the seat to a slightly higher temperature A telltale light in the control reminds you that the heating system is in use The heated seats can only be us...

Page 17: ...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 18: ...back Latches CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure i...

Page 19: ...in a crash and you re not wearing a safety belt your injuries can be much worse You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you...

Page 20: ...ven 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 kille...

Page 21: ...1 9 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop...

Page 22: ...1 10 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel...

Page 23: ...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 24: ...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 25: ...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 force to the strong pelvic bones A...

Page 26: ...4 Let the belt go back all the way You should hear a slight clicking sound If you don t the adjustment feature won t set and you ll have to start again 5 Now you can add a small amount of slack Lean f...

Page 27: ...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 28: ...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 29: ...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 30: ...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 31: ...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 32: ...t passenger Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal...

Page 33: ...njured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt syst...

Page 34: ...22 How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s sid...

Page 35: ...it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate i...

Page 36: ...er s bag will be hot for a short time The parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air...

Page 37: ...e NOTICE If you damage the covering for the driver s air bag it may not work properly You may have to replace the air bag module Do not open or break the air bag covering Servicing Your Air Bag Equipp...

Page 38: ...n strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one pro...

Page 39: ...make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the...

Page 40: ...l injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a...

Page 41: ...9 Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the be...

Page 42: ...one in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints...

Page 43: ...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 44: ...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 45: ...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 46: ...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 47: ...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 48: ...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 49: ...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 50: ...ear seating positions You ll 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 su...

Page 51: ...straint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety...

Page 52: ...If you re using 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 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different...

Page 53: ...child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate an...

Page 54: ...down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the c...

Page 55: ...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 56: ...le 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 lap belt all the way out of the retractor to s...

Page 57: ...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 veh...

Page 58: ...belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs...

Page 59: ...lt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child...

Page 60: ...in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the...

Page 61: ...might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a...

Page 62: ...e Break In 2 19 Ignition Positions 2 20 Starting Your Engine 2 21 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 23 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 26 Parking Brake 2 28 Shifting Into PARK P 2 30 Shifting Out of...

Page 63: ...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 64: ...can still use your power windows See Retained Accessory Power in the Index for more information Express Down Window This feature is present on the driver s power window Pressing the control rearward i...

Page 65: ...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 RUN and moved the shift lever...

Page 66: ...tached to it rather than a knock out plug Your dealer or qualified locksmith can make extra ignition keys by reading the bar code tag There are 15 alternative ignition PASS KeyR II blanks to help disc...

Page 67: ...and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your ve...

Page 68: ...doors will unlock every time you stop the vehicle and move the shift lever back into PARK P If someone needs to get out while your vehicle is not in PARK P have that person use the manual or power doo...

Page 69: ...d unlock the doors unlock the trunk open the fuel door and turn on your vehicle s interior lamps from about 10 feet 3 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your...

Page 70: ...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 technician for service Operation When y...

Page 71: ...ith you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter th...

Page 72: ...encil or similar object to remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 3 Remove and replace the battery Insert the new battery as the instructions under the cover indicate Do not use a metal obje...

Page 73: ...system to its highest speed with the setting on AUTO and the temperature between 65_F 18_C and 85_F 29_C That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index D If you have...

Page 74: ...t was accidentally bumped Even though the trunk lid remains open the motor from the pull down unit has already cycled down If this happens press the lever B on the trunk lid The pull down unit motor w...

Page 75: ...s D a modified trunk latch D a lighted release handle and D seatback tethers for vehicles with folding rear seatbacks See your dealer for additional information Theft Vehicle theft is big business esp...

Page 76: ...all the doors except the driver s D Then take the door key and remote keyless entry transmitter with you Theft Deterrent System If the ignition is off and either door is open the SECURITY light will f...

Page 77: ...either door with your key You can also turn off the alarm by using the unlock button of the remote keyless entry transmitter The alarm won t stop if you try to unlock a door any other way Testing the...

Page 78: ...button is pressed in PASS KeyR II Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS Key II theft deterrent system PASS Key II is a passive system The system is armed when the key is removed from the ignition PAS...

Page 79: ...Y NOT START message is displayed during vehicle operation a fault has been detected in the system This means the PASS Key II system is disabled and is not protecting the vehicle The vehicle usually re...

Page 80: ...position from which you can insert or remove the key This position locks the ignition steering wheel and transaxle It s a theft deterrent feature NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t...

Page 81: ...shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P i...

Page 82: ...t there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your ve...

Page 83: ...let could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC...

Page 84: ...t lever is not fully 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 ve...

Page 85: ...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 your transaxle See If You re Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index...

Page 86: ...cle serviced right away Until then you can use SECOND 2 when you are driving less than 35 mph 55 km h and OVERDRIVE B for higher speeds THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving however it...

Page 87: ...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 accelerator pedal This could cause overheating...

Page 88: ...ways shift to PARK P before pulling the manual release lever If your hand or arm is in the way of the pedal you could be hurt The pedal springs back quickly Keep your hand and arm away when you use th...

Page 89: ...to do first to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set You...

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

Page 91: ...PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RU...

Page 92: ...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 93: ...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 94: ...ever located on the outboard side of the steering column toward you to tilt the wheel Adjust the steering wheel to a comfortable position and then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Sig...

Page 95: ...DIC will display TURN SIGNAL ON after driving about 1 mile 1 6 km h to remind you to turn it off Arrows that flash rapidly when signaling for a turn or lane change may be caused by a burned out signal...

Page 96: ...the lever toward you to return to low beam D If the headlamps are on high beam they will switch to low beam To return to high beam pull the lever toward you Windshield Wipers WIPER Turn the band on th...

Page 97: ...speed depending as needed If the system is left on for long periods of time occasional wipes may occur without any moisture on the windshield This is normal and indicates that the Rainsense system is...

Page 98: ...he moisture sensor to malfunction Windshield Washer 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...

Page 99: ...eady 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 whee...

Page 100: ...the Driver Information Center DIC 4 Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed Setting the cruise control at a desired speed and then applying the brake will end the cruise funct...

Page 101: ...ate feature will only work after you have set the cruise control speed by pushing the SET CRUISE button Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cr...

Page 102: ...ch trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to end cruise control D Step lightly on the brake pedal D Move the CRUISE switch to OFF Erasing Speed Me...

Page 103: ...headlamps will deactivate if you turn off the Twilight Sentinel or if the windshield wipers have been turned off for a period of one or two seconds Lamps On Reminder If the manual headlamp control is...

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

Page 105: ...turned to OFF or LOCK If you move the control so it is just on the lamps will go off quickly when you turn the ignition out of RUN You can adjust the delay time from only a few seconds to three minut...

Page 106: ...ntrol has been left on the exterior lamps will turn off approximately 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to LOCK or ACCESSORY This protects against draining the battery in case you have accidenta...

Page 107: ...lamps turn off approximately 20 seconds after the last door is closed or after the ignition is turned to RUN Parade Dimming This feature prohibits the dimming of the instrument panel lights during day...

Page 108: ...orage mode personalization protects the battery by placing your vehicle in a storage mode so that the radio amplifiers instrument panel cluster and remote keyless entry will not drain the battery over...

Page 109: ...compass on or off When the ignition and the compass feature are on the compass will show two character boxes for approximately two seconds After two seconds the mirror will display the compass heading...

Page 110: ...not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the follow...

Page 111: ...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 mirror See Electrochromic Day...

Page 112: ...g lanes Storage Compartments Glove Box The glove box is located in front of the passenger s seat To lock the glove box door insert the oval key into the lock cylinder and turn it clockwise Turn the ke...

Page 113: ...ipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a rear seat armrest which includes an open storage compartment and a dual cupholder that unfolds for use To open lift the front edge This feature is available o...

Page 114: ...utlet Power to the cigarette lighter will shut off 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off This helps to prevent battery drainage For more information see Inadvertent Power Battery Saver in the In...

Page 115: ...g the call an advisor at the center will locate your vehicle and assess the situation If necessary the advisor will alert the nearest emergency service provider Call ANSWER END Button Use this button...

Page 116: ...cation For vehicle breakdowns press the OnStar button An advisor will contact the appropriate help D Remote Diagnostics If an instrument panel light comes on the center can perform a check of the engi...

Page 117: ...itions such as severe weather or topographical conditions such as mountainous terrain D subject to cellular carrier equipment limitations Global positioning capabilities used to deliver OnStar service...

Page 118: ...ctive Press the switch rearward and release to express open the glass panel and sunshade The sunshade can also be opened by hand If you want to stop the roof in a partially opened position press the s...

Page 119: ...HomeLink Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse safety feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 Be sure that people...

Page 120: ...ter in case you need to erase and reprogram the HomeLink Transmitter Canadian Owners During programming the hand held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after one or two seconds In this c...

Page 121: ...he proper transmitter training procedure for your garage door opener brand 1 Find the training button on the garage door opener motor head unit The exact location and color of the button may vary by g...

Page 122: ...raining the garage door opener contact the HomeLink Transmitter manufacturer at 1 800 355 3515 Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the two outside buttons until the indic...

Page 123: ...2 62 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 124: ...n Signal Multifunction Lever C Instrument Panel Cluster D Radio Audio System E Driver Information Center Control Buttons F Lamp Controls G HVAC Steering Wheel Controls H Hood Release I Horn J Audio St...

Page 125: ...er 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 and...

Page 126: ...By pressing this button you can tell how far you ve traveled since you last set the trip odometer back to zero For information on resetting this button see DIC Controls and Displays in the Index Engli...

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

Page 128: ...will also come on and stay on for about 20 seconds then it will flash for about 70 seconds If the driver s belt is already buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Air Bag Readiness Light...

Page 129: ...ed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Charging System Indicator Light When you turn the ignition key to RUN this light will come on briefly to show that the generator and battery ch...

Page 130: ...stem warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it mea...

Page 131: ...The traction control system warning light may come on for the following D If there s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control the traction control system will turn off a...

Page 132: ...d to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and...

Page 133: ...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 your...

Page 134: ...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 135: ...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 several days...

Page 136: ...shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank It works only when the ignition is in RUN Here are a few concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage All of these situations are normal and do no...

Page 137: ...is button until zeros appear If your vehicle is domestic the trip odometer will return to zero after 999 9 miles 1 609 km If your vehicle is Canadian the trip odometer will return to zero after 1 999...

Page 138: ...n that you can clock the time it takes to get from one point to another To operate press the INFO SKIP button to display TIMER Each of the fields for the hours minutes and seconds are two numeric digi...

Page 139: ...arliest convenience BATTERY VOLTAGE HIGH 8 This message shows that the electrical charging system is overcharging more than 16 volts To avoid being stranded have the electrical system checked by your...

Page 140: ...Brake System Warning Light in the Index CHECK COOLANT LEVEL 2 This message will appear when there is a low level of engine coolant Have the cooling system serviced by a technician as soon as possible...

Page 141: ...rn off the engine and have it serviced before driving it again Severe engine damage can result from an overheated engine See Engine Overheating in the Index ENGINE HOT A C OFF 16 This message displays...

Page 142: ...igerant level that is low enough to cause damage to the air conditioning compressor Have the air conditioning system serviced if this message appears MONITORED SYSTEMS OK 1 This message only appears i...

Page 143: ...Supplemental Inflatable Restraint air bag system when this message appears Let only a qualified technician work on your vehicle See your dealership for service at once SERVICE BRAKE FLUID SWITCH 37 A...

Page 144: ...dealer for service Reduce your speed and drive accordingly A single chime will also sound when this message is displayed STABILITY ENGAGED 55 You may see the STABILITY ENGAGED message on the Driver In...

Page 145: ...r you may want to take your vehicle to a proper service center before turning off the engine TOP SPEED FUEL OFF 111 This message will appear when the PCM senses that the maximum speed for your vehicle...

Page 146: ...llow your vehicle to idle until it cools down or until this message is removed TRUNK OPEN 24 This message indicates that the trunk is open when your vehicle s ignition is in RUN TURN SIGNAL ON 20 This...

Page 147: ...by briefly pressing button 1 or 2 This will adjust the seat and mirrors to where you have previously programmed them If you have accidentally pressed one of the memory recall buttons and want to stop...

Page 148: ...FEATURE ON appears when a yes response is made and FEATURE OFF appears with a no response If a no response is made after the DOORS LOCK IN GEAR prompt is displayed FEATURE OFF will appear The automat...

Page 149: ...OCK Horn sounds when the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed EXT LIGHTS AT UNLOCK Exterior lamps parking lamps taillamps sidemarker lamps license plate lamps low beam headla...

Page 150: ...the fourth personalization prompt to display on the DIC To program your vehicle press the SKIP INFO and NO INFO RESET buttons at the same time for about two seconds When MIRROR TILT IN REV appears a y...

Page 151: ...LOCK before the battery guard is disabled Comfort Controls and Radio System Personalization These features allow both drivers to personalize their own climate control settings as well as their radio...

Page 152: ...rcent of your current oil life remains The Driver Information Center DIC may display a CHANGE ENGINE OIL message Always keep a written record of the mileage and date when you changed your oil For more...

Page 153: ...quipped 3 10 Audio Systems 3 10 Setting the Clock 3 10 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 3 14 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data Systems RDS and Digital Signa...

Page 154: ...se the temperature Press the TEMP AUTO knob to put the system in the automatic mode Passenger s Side Temperature Button With this dual zone feature the right front passenger can control the temperatur...

Page 155: ...ng Be careful not to put anything over the solar sensor located in the middle of the instrument panel near the windshield This sensor is used by the automatic system to regulate temperature To find yo...

Page 156: ...r most normal conditions If you leave your vehicle the system will remember the control setting the next time you start your engine except for recirculation and defrost Each ignition cycle cancels rec...

Page 157: ...than the AUTO setting press the button until LO AUTO is shown on the display OFF Press this button to turn the system off Fresh air will continue to flow through the vehicle and the system will try t...

Page 158: ...ur windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best Press the AC button or the TEMP AUTO knob to turn the system on and then select the proper mode to direct airflow The system will cool and de...

Page 159: ...O the system will control the fan speed The temperature also needs to be adjusted by turning the TEMP AUTO knob Recirculation is not available in the defrost or defog modes Rear Window Defogger The li...

Page 160: ...he front outlets are located in the center and at each side of the instrument panel You can adjust the direction of airflow by moving the center control levers or you can stop the airflow by moving th...

Page 161: ...ture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of the windows D Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps circulate air throughout your vehicle HVAC Steering Wheel Control...

Page 162: ...hat your audio system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Setting the Clock Press and hold HR or MN until th...

Page 163: ...ess this button again to stop scanning PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 Just 1 Turn the radio...

Page 164: ...ttetape Thetapewillbegin playing as soon as it is inserted When one side of your cassette tape is done playing auto reverse plays the other side of your cassette tape If you want to insert a cassette...

Page 165: ...g SCAN Press this button SCAN FF will appear on the display until the next selection is found and then SCAN PLAY will appear on the display Use SCAN to listen to selections for a few seconds The tape...

Page 166: ...s reset Your cassette tape player automatically reduces background noise from tapes Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the do...

Page 167: ...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 your favorite stati...

Page 168: ...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 169: ...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 170: ...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 171: ...the time for the current station STATION TIME IS will be displayed If a time has not been sent to the radio NO STATION TIME will be displayed If you have recently tuned to the station you may need to...

Page 172: ...esired preset for more than two seconds until you hear a beep Using DSP Mode DSP The Digital Signal Processing DSP feature is used to provide a choice of four different listening experiences TALK DRIV...

Page 173: ...sette tape when the ignition is off first press the eject button While the tape is playing use the VOL TONE LEVEL and DSP controls just as you do for the radio Other controls may have different functi...

Page 174: ...ds 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 upward triangle button to the right o...

Page 175: ...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 176: ...lga Nostalgia Oldies Oldies Persnlty Personality Public Public R B Rhythm and Blues Rel Musc Religious Music Rel Talk Religious Talk PTY List Description Rock M Rock Music Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Roc...

Page 177: ...adapter 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 con...

Page 178: ...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 179: ...hen a CD begins playing a disc and 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 ejecti...

Page 180: ...appear on the display This function is not available on the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player RDM Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RANDOM will appear on...

Page 181: ...ome and Away Feature If Equipped If DRIVER 1 HOME or AWAY PRESETS or DRIVER 2 HOME or AWAY PRESETS appears in the display when the radio is first turned on your vehicle is equipped with this feature W...

Page 182: ...power is removed and later applied you will not have to reset your home radio presets because the radio remembers them However you will have to reset your away radio presets Theft Deterrent Feature TH...

Page 183: ...listening to a CD will cause the player to go to the next or previous selection When in Radio Data Systems RDS Program Type PTY mode the up or down arrow lever can be used to perform a PTY preset see...

Page 184: ...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 185: ...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 the use...

Page 186: ...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 Cassettes are subject to wear and the soun...

Page 187: ...o or ignition off and on 6 Repeat if necessary NOTICE Don t lubricate the power antenna Lubrication could damage it NOTICE Before entering an automatic car wash turn off your radio to make the power a...

Page 188: ...en Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Traction Control System 4 10 Steering 4 12 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 14 Loss of Control 4 15 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet...

Page 189: ...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 190: ...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 191: ...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 192: ...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 193: ...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 three se...

Page 194: ...l still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your...

Page 195: ...and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember Anti lock doesn t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the v...

Page 196: ...system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may reengage the cruise control See Cruise Control in the I...

Page 197: ...ystem is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort MagnasteerR This system continuously adjusts the effort you feel when steering at all vehicle speeds It provides ease when park...

Page 198: ...ad conditions Under less favorable conditions you ll want to go slower If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ah...

Page 199: ...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 200: ...ndicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic D Do not...

Page 201: ...the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensi...

Page 202: ...ce with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may n...

Page 203: ...but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you...

Page 204: ...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 205: ...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 206: ...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 207: ...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 208: ...ou have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance 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 t...

Page 209: ...ear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your 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 startin...

Page 210: ...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 211: ...or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going d...

Page 212: ...a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be dri...

Page 213: ...t ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it s about freezing 32_F 0_C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice unt...

Page 214: ...e the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of...

Page 215: ...see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time...

Page 216: ...must be towed see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index NOTICE Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Loading Your Vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show...

Page 217: ...t carry more than 176 lbs 80 kg in your trunk CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can...

Page 218: ...enever you can Electronic Level Control This feature keeps the rear of your vehicle level as the load changes It s automatic you don t need to adjust anything Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you don t use...

Page 219: ...considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points D There are many different laws including speed limit r...

Page 220: ...hat you have on your vehicle You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 33169 Detro...

Page 221: ...the driver s door or see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the c...

Page 222: ...andling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Be...

Page 223: ...eed a different turn signal flasher and or extra wiring Check with your dealer The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer l...

Page 224: ...ular 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 clear...

Page 225: ...that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 3 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 9 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 12 Cooling System 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18 Chan...

Page 226: ...d rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off Press the button in to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off This light on the instrument panel will flash indicating that the haza...

Page 227: ...00 m behind your vehicle Jump Starting If your battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Please follow the steps below to do it safely CAUTI...

Page 228: ...vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start you...

Page 229: ...lode 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 instal...

Page 230: ...ve and negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part Don t connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too Also don t connect neg...

Page 231: ...9 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end of the negative cable touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doe...

Page 232: ...r a few tries it probably needs service 13 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal Jumper Cable Removal Procedur...

Page 233: ...ature Gage in the Index Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode Should an overheated engine condition exist and the message ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE is displayed an overheat protection mode w...

Page 234: ...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 235: ...ir 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 highest...

Page 236: ...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 237: ...om running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOL...

Page 238: ...cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the coo...

Page 239: ...TION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine 1 You can remov...

Page 240: ...5 16 2 Then keep turning the cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the base of the filler neck...

Page 241: ...proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches about 2 5 inches 6 4 cm below the base of the filler neck 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line...

Page 242: ...under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next p...

Page 243: ...ire and Tools The equipment you ll need is in the trunk Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk Turn the retainer center dial on the compact spare cover counterclockwise to remove it Lift and r...

Page 244: ...5 20 Lift up the tire to remove it from the trunk Turn the nut holding the jack and wheel wrench counterclockwise and remove it Then remove the jack and wrench...

Page 245: ...e wheel wrench B Removing the Wheel Cover There is a center wheel cover on the aluminum wheel Using the flat end of the wheel wrench gently pry the wheel cover off Be careful not to scratch the alumin...

Page 246: ...remove them yet Find the jacking location from the diagram above and corresponding cutouts in the plastic molding CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slip...

Page 247: ...counterclockwise to lower the jack lift head until the jack fits under the vehicle 3 Position the jack under the vehicle and raise the jack lift head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicl...

Page 248: ...ent 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...

Page 249: ...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 10 Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise Lower t...

Page 250: ...the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wh...

Page 251: ...Store all these in the proper place After you ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle you ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk Put the flat tire in the trunk so the side that faces out w...

Page 252: ...e could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire w...

Page 253: ...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 254: ...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 255: ...6 22 Engine Coolant 6 28 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 29 Brakes 6 32 Battery 6 33 Bulb Replacement 6 39 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 40 Tires 6 49 Appearance Care 6 49 Cleaning the Inside of You...

Page 256: ...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 257: ...t This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane...

Page 258: ...rs return to your authorized Vehicle 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 259: ...d to find Never use leaded gasoline 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 a...

Page 260: ...L N and the VALET lockout switch is in OFF 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 tethe...

Page 261: ...x 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 off...

Page 262: ...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 263: ...o open the hood It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release which is located under the front edge of the grille...

Page 264: ...od you ll see A Battery B Engine Coolant Surge Tank C Power Steering Fluid D Engine Oil Fill Location E Engine Oil Dipstick F Brake Master Cylinder G Transaxle Dipstick Fluid Fill Location H Engine Ai...

Page 265: ...n the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate...

Page 266: ...Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine...

Page 267: ...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 268: ...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 engine oil...

Page 269: ...ntains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand...

Page 270: ...gine For more information on location see Engine Compartment Overview in the Index Be sure the engine has cooled before following these steps to replace the engine air cleaner filter 1 With a screwdri...

Page 271: ...is located next to the IAT sensor 4 Pivot the air cleaner and air duct assembly toward the front of the vehicle Remove the cover 5 Take out the engine air cleaner filter and remove any loose debris t...

Page 272: ...chedule to determine when to replace the air filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Maintenance Schedule booklet CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or...

Page 273: ...rs on the Driver Information Center See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Maintenance Schedule booklet How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choosetohavethisdoneatt...

Page 274: ...e the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P D Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shut...

Page 275: ...f the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the d...

Page 276: ...ons on the climate control system at the same time until the TRANS FLUID RESET message appears on the DIC Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOLR engine coolant This...

Page 277: ...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 278: ...other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives...

Page 279: ...w 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 surface When your engine is cold the coolant level sho...

Page 280: ...Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight Surge Tank Pressure...

Page 281: ...em inspected and repaired How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off let the engine compartment cool down wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dips...

Page 282: ...ay fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing Adding Washer Fluid The CHECK WASHER FLUID message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC when the fl...

Page 283: ...sher system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage...

Page 284: ...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 285: ...sh it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the...

Page 286: ...top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system for...

Page 287: ...thout getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement For the prop...

Page 288: ...access the headlamps turn the lock tabs in the direction of the arrows as shown on the headlamp cover 2 Lift off the cover 3 Turn the headlamp housing socket counterclockwise to unlock the socket fro...

Page 289: ...mp housing socket 5 After removing the wiring harness from the headlamp housing socket replace the bulb and socket Reconnect it to the wiring harness and reinstall the headlamp housing socket back int...

Page 290: ...tabs on the headlamp cover in the direction of the arrows and then lift off the cover See Steps 1 and 2 under Headlamps listed previously 2 Turn the housing socket counterclockwise to unlock the sock...

Page 291: ...6 37 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 1 Lift the trim cover to remove 2 Twist the socket counterclockwise and remove the socket and bulb from the housing 3 Replace the bulb...

Page 292: ...amp housing 2 Remove the convenience net and pull the trim away to access the wing nuts 3 Remove the two wing nuts 4 Gently remove the lamp housing 5 Press the bulb housing lever and turn the housing...

Page 293: ...sis or when worn For proper windshield wiper blade length and type see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index To replace the wiper blade assembly 1 Turn the ignition key to ACCESSORY and tu...

Page 294: ...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 295: ...cold inflation pressure shown on the Tire Loading Information label Example You ll find maximum load and inflation pressure molded on the tire s sidewall in small letters near the rim flange It will...

Page 296: ...ion Tires should be rotated every 6 000 to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires...

Page 297: ...e to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is...

Page 298: ...s 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 your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could ca...

Page 299: ...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 300: ...verloaded 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 your v...

Page 301: ...tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wh...

Page 302: ...n t spin your wheels NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires If you have other tires use tire chains only where legal and only w...

Page 303: ...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 304: ...a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry D For stubborn stains use a leather cleaner Se...

Page 305: ...acco smoke and dust films on interior glass See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the inside rear...

Page 306: ...or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index...

Page 307: ...g new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels If Equipped Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse...

Page 308: ...ody repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while ma...

Page 309: ...of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a ch...

Page 310: ...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 311: ...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 312: ...eadlamp wiring has an individual fuse which is 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 headlamp wiri...

Page 313: ...immediately MaxiFuse 8 Way Usage BODY 1 Road Sensing Suspension RSS Fuse ETC Only Convenience Fuse BATT Fuse Antenna Fuse Passenger and Driver Seat Belt Comfort Solenoids Trunk and Fuel Door Release S...

Page 314: ...1 Fuse Courtesy Lamp Relay LAMPS Headlamps Fuse Relay High Low Beam Control Relay Fog Lamp Fuse DRL Fuse Hazard Fuse Mirror Fuse Inadvertent Power Relay Right and Left High Beam Fuse Right and Left L...

Page 315: ...id Park Reverse Fuse Park Relay Powertrain Control Module PCM Fuse AC Compressor Fuse and Relay Fan Relays Reverse Relay BRAKES Anti Lock Brake System ABS Brake Modulator COOL FNS Cooling Fan Relays 1...

Page 316: ...e identical size and rating If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along wi...

Page 317: ...R HDLP HI Right High Beam Headlamp FOG Fog Lamp Relay Right and Left Fog Lamps Headlamp Switch HDLPS Headlamp Relay High Low Beam Control Relay Right and Left Low High Beam Fuses HAZARD Electronic Fl...

Page 318: ...sor Clutch PCM BAT PCM PARK REV Reverse Relay Right and Left Back Up Lamps Electrochromic Mirror in Header Park Relay Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI Switch Fuse Usage ECS Transaxle Shift Solenoi...

Page 319: ...ntrol ELC Relay ELC Height Sensor TURN Electronic Flasher Turn Hazard Switch Fuse Usage CONSOLE Rear Zone Blower Right and Left Heated Seat Switches Optional RSS Road Sensing Suspension RSS Module ETC...

Page 320: ...st Antenna RSS Damper Relay ETC Only Fuse Usage CONVENC Trunk Release Relay Trunk Release Solenoid Fuel Door Release Relay Fuel Filler Door Release Solenoid Door Lock Relay Left and Right Door Motors...

Page 321: ...metric conversions Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule booklet for more information Engine Specifications Displacement 279 cubic inches 4 565 cc Type 4 6 L D...

Page 322: ...heck fluid level after filling Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Filter Element AC Type A1096C Fuel Filter Element AC Type GF 650 Engine Oil Filter AC Type PF 58 PCV Valve AC Type CV 774C Spark...

Page 323: ...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 324: ...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 325: ...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 326: ...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 327: ...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 328: ...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 329: ...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 330: ...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 331: ...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 332: ...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 333: ...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 334: ...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 335: ...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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Cadillac 2001 Eldorado, Owner'S Manual

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