Cadillac CATERA 1999 Owner'S Manual Download Page 320

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Driving (Continued)

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On Curves

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On Grades While Towing a Trailer

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On Hill and Mountain Roads

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On Snow or Ice

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Through Deep Standing Water

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Winter

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With a Trailer

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lectrical Equipment, Adding

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Electrical System

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Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror

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Electronic Climate Control (ECC)

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Electronic Level Control

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Emergency Trunk Release

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Engine

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Air Cleaner/Filter

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Compartment Relay Center

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Coolant

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Coolant Heater

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Coolant Temperature Gage

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Coolant Temperature Warning Light

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Cooling When Trailer Towing

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Exhaust

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Identification

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Overheating

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Running While You’re Parked

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Specifications

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Speed Limiter

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Starting Your

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Engine Oil

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Additives

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Checking

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What Kind to Use

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What to do with Used

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When to Add

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When to Change

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English/Metric Display

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Ethanol

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Exhaust, Engine

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Extender, Safety Belts

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Exterior Lamps

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an Button, Climate Control System

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Features and Controls

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Filling a Portable Fuel Container

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Filling Your Tank

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Filter, Air

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Filter Replacement, Passenger Compartment Air

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Finish Care

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Finish Damage

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FIRST (1) Gear, Automatic Transmission

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Flashers, Hazard Warning

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Flash

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Flat Tire, Changing

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Floor Mats

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Fluid

Brake

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Power Steering

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Windshield Washer

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Fog Lamps

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Summary of Contents for CATERA 1999

Page 1: ...formation and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions 5 1 Problems on the Road This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc 6 1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good 7 1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to...

Page 2: ...enever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propriétaires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guid...

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Page 5: ...he manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do ...

Page 6: ... something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE ...

Page 7: ... symbols have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD WASHER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING FAN These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE COOLANT ENGINE OIL...

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Page 9: ...Belts They re for Everyone 1 15 Here are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 16 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 16 Driver Position 1 23 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 24 Right Front Passenger Position 1 24 Air Bag Systems 1 32 Safety Belt Pretensioners 1 32 Rear Seat Passengers 1 36 Children 1 39 Child Restraints 1 49 Larger Children 1 52 Safety Belt Extender 1 5...

Page 10: ... can be adjusted using the small hand wheel control Turn the control forward to increase support and rearward to decrease support Keep in mind that as your seating position changes as it may during long trips so should the position of the lumbar support Adjust the seat as needed Power Seats The power seat controls are located on the side of the front seat cushions closest to the door D Lift up or ...

Page 11: ... kit located in the trunk To access pull the red handle on the passenger s side of the trunk Memory Seat and Mirrors These buttons are located on the side of the driver s seat closest to the door They are used to program and recall your desired memory settings To begin adjust the driver s seat to a comfortable position Also adjust the interior and exterior mirrors Press memory button M and memory ...

Page 12: ...t as power to the driver s seat times out after 30 seconds Power to the passenger s seat is always present Heated Front Seat Option This control is located next to the radio on the center console Press this button to turn on the heating element in the seat The seatback and cushion are warmed until they match your body temperature A telltale light in the button reminds you that the heating system i...

Page 13: ...do its 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 could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seat...

Page 14: ...rly it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver People in the vehicle could be injured Remove the head restraints only when you need to fold the seat and be sure that the head restraints are stored securely in the trunk When the seat is returned to the passenger position be sure the head restraints are installed properly For more cargo space or to fold down the front passeng...

Page 15: ...passenger s seat is returned to its normal upright position Rear Seats CAUTION A safety belt that is twisted or not properly attached won t provide the protection needed in a crash A person wearing a twisted or not properly attached belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belt is not twisted and is properly attached ...

Page 16: ...ilar object into the slot as shown to unlatch the buckle Move the belt to the side so it is not in your way To unlock the rear seatback press the pushbutton at the top of the seat and fold the seatback forward To return the seat to the passenger position lift up on the seatback and push it rearward until it latches After returning the seat to the passenger position pull forward on the seatback to ...

Page 17: ... passengers to use To do so slide the buckle into the latch as shown The panel behind the rear seat armrest also folds Turn the knob counterclockwise and pull the panel forward to gain access to the trunk When finished using the panel return it to its original position and turn the knob clockwise to secure ...

Page 18: ... off Safety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the air bag system CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you re not wearing a safety belt your injuries can be much worse You can hit things ins...

Page 19: ... to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of ...

Page 20: ...yellowblue 1 12 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it ...

Page 21: ...yellowblue 1 13 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield ...

Page 22: ...strument panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense ...

Page 23: ...y so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety...

Page 24: ...o know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to see how see Seats in the Index so you can sit up straight 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t...

Page 25: ... belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt 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 And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder ...

Page 26: ...ster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the bottom of the height adjuster After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing in to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off y...

Page 27: ...r belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body ...

Page 28: ...TION You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you ...

Page 29: ...ou can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen ...

Page 30: ... is twisted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it ...

Page 31: ...door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy ...

Page 32: ... 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 Next Generation frontal air bag for the driver and another Next Generation frontal air bag for the right front passenger Your vehicle may also have side impact air bags a side impact air bag for the driver and another side impact ...

Page 33: ...r bags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes And for unrestrained occupants Next Generation frontal air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the...

Page 34: ...e vehicle Front occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety...

Page 35: ...bol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel ...

Page 36: ...bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door The right front passenger s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the door ...

Page 37: ...r deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags are not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant The driver s and right front passenger s side impact air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes involving a front door A side impact air...

Page 38: ...g Side impact air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including frontal or near frontal collisions rollovers and rear impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those air bags Air bags should never 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 p...

Page 39: ...s and possibly 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 frontal air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment D Let only quali...

Page 40: ...erson 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 end of the safety belts for the driver and right front passenger They help the safety belts reduce a person s forward movement in a moderate to severe crash in which the front of the vehicle hits ...

Page 41: ...ick 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 this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure ...

Page 42: ...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 In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the should...

Page 43: ...tom 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 position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a ...

Page 44: ...up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicl...

Page 45: ...hild small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because an infant s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a frontal crash an infant in a rear facing restraint settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across ...

Page 46: ...il a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint ...

Page 47: ...es When selecting a child restraint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used An infant car bed A is a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle It s an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface With an infant car bed make...

Page 48: ...restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and about one year of age This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in a frontal crash Some infant seats come in two parts the base stays secured in the vehicle and the seat part is removable ...

Page 49: ...These forward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102 cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a convertible restraint is designed to be used either as a rear facing infant seat or a forward facing child seat ...

Page 50: ...to 27 kg or even up to 36 kg and about four to eight years of age A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however booster seats without shields use lap shoulder belts Booster seats can also help a child to see out the window ...

Page 51: ... rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags This is...

Page 52: ...e anchor yourself using the instructions provided in the kit Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt 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 restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 P...

Page 53: ...Buckle 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 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock ...

Page 54: ...en the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air...

Page 55: ...restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and...

Page 56: ...child restraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger...

Page 57: ...the vehicle s safety belts Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need to use the safety belts properly D Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash D Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people who are ...

Page 58: ...lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder...

Page 59: ...ild wears the belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash ...

Page 60: ...o fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed...

Page 61: ...passenger s safety belt buckle that means to replace the buckle assembly Be sure to do so Then the new buckle assembly will be there to help protect you in a collision If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of th...

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Page 63: ...nt System 2 15 Immobilizer 2 16 New Vehicle Break In 2 16 Ignition Positions 2 18 Starting Your Engine 2 19 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 21 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 25 Parking Brake 2 26 Shifting Into PARK P 2 28 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 30 Parking Over Things that Burn 2 30 Engine Exhaust 2 31 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 32 Windows 2 33 Horn 2 34 Tilt Wheel 2 34 Tur...

Page 64: ...n a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children ...

Page 65: ...ill unlock your vehicle s doors Because of the key s flat shape it can be stored in your wallet If you ve lost your keys or need to have a new one made you will have to contact your dealer for the correct key code NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft You can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside and you may have to...

Page 66: ... far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter This will avoid setting off the optional theft deterrent alarm From inside your vehicle slide the lock lever down to lock the door To unlock the door slide the lock lever up Central Door Unlocking System When unlocking the driv...

Page 67: ...use the manual or power lock When the door is closed again it will not lock automatically Use the manual or power lock to lock the door again Programmable Automatic Door Locks Each remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle can 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 which ...

Page 68: ... four times Each press should be held for about one second with less than five seconds in between each press All doors lock when shifting out of PARK P Press the lock button on the remote keyless entry four times Each press should be held for about one second with less than five seconds in between each press Note The lock button will toggle between the above two settings Rear Door Security Lock Yo...

Page 69: ...feature can be overridden by holding the power door lock switch for three seconds or longer Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving your vehicle open the door set the locks from the inside get out and close the door Remote Keyless Entry System RKE If your vehicle has this option you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote ke...

Page 70: ...re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Operation When you press this symbol to unlock the driver s door the parking lamps on your vehicle will blink twice The parking lamps and headlamps will remain on for about 20 seconds Pressing this button again within five seconds will unlock the other doors Pressing this button will also disarm the optional theft deterr...

Page 71: ... the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the battery NOTICE When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter 1 Use a coin to pry open the transmitter ...

Page 72: ...the transmitter not to work Replacing the battery and pressing the transmitter buttons 10 or more times out of range will also cause the transmitter not to work For vehicles with two transmitters To resynchronize the transmitter you must be within the vehicle s operating range Press and hold the trunk button and within one second press the lock button For vehicles with four transmitters To resynch...

Page 73: ...ing or cooling 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 air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Trunk Release To use this feature your vehicle must be in PARK P Press the trunk releas...

Page 74: ...lthough your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do it When you park your vehicle and open the driver s door you ll hear a tone reminding you to remov...

Page 75: ...ystem If the ignition is off and any door is open the SECURITY light will flash to remind you to activate the system 1 Open the door 2 Lock the door using the power door lock or the remote keyless entry transmitter The SECURITY light should come on and stay on 3 Close all the doors The SECURITY light should go off within approximately 30 seconds The horn will sound and the headlamps will flash for...

Page 76: ...ter The alarm won t stop if you try to unlock a door in any other way Testing the Alarm 1 From inside the vehicle roll down the window then get out of the vehicle keeping the door open 2 From outside the vehicle with the door open lock the vehicle using the power door lock or the remote keyless entry transmitter and close the door Wait 30 seconds until the SECURITY light stops flashing 3 Reach in ...

Page 77: ...n immobilizer control unit in your vehicle The correct key will start the vehicle When the system senses that someone is using the wrong key it may start but it will not continue to run If someone tries to start your vehicle again or uses another key during this time the shutdown will start over again This discourages someone from randomly trying different keys with different transponders in an at...

Page 78: ...n t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions CAUTION Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in the vehicle with children NOTICE If your ...

Page 79: ...lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel It doesn t lock the steering wheel like LOCK Use OFF if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is off for example if your vehicle is being pushed ON II The ignition is on in this position ON is used for driving your vehicle START III This position starts the engine To lock the steering column remove the key while in LOCK...

Page 80: ...n 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 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If...

Page 81: ...arts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped In very cold weather 0_F 18_...

Page 82: ...uld be 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 starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged i...

Page 83: ...in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into PARK P i...

Page 84: ...ice 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 vehicle when you re already moving or when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is ...

Page 85: ... you more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills If the shift lever is put in FIRST 1 the transmission won t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough NOTICE If the rear wheels can t rotate don t try to drive This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or you were up against a solid object You could damage the transmissio...

Page 86: ...l mode It will remain in normal unless you select the sport feature A telltale light on the instrument panel will come on when the sport mode is selected If this light begins flashing while you are driving there may be a fault in the automatic transmission Have your vehicle serviced Third Gear Start Press this button to provide more traction when you are starting on ice or other slippery surfaces ...

Page 87: ...he shift lever is placed in PARK P THIRD 3 SECOND 2 or FIRST 1 D If you press and hold the accelerator pedal past its resistance point for more than two seconds D When speed falls below 25 mph 40 km h D Once the vehicle reaches 67 mph 108 km h To turn this feature off press the button again Whenever you start your vehicle the transmission is in the normal mode Parking Brake To set the parking brak...

Page 88: ...may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index This section shows what 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 Your vehicle ...

Page 89: ...the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the ignition key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with 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 t...

Page 90: ...is is called torque lock To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into PARK P properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK ...

Page 91: ...essory Power RAP feature 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 8 3 With both hands squeeze the base of the shift lever boot covering together as shown 4 Pull the upper part of the base out first and then slide out the lower part of the base 5 Lift the shift lever boot covering up to get it out of your way 6 At the bottom of the shift lever you will see a yellow tab With one hand push th...

Page 92: ... unconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris D Repairs weren t done correctly D Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exha...

Page 93: ...the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be in...

Page 94: ...until the driver s 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 battery on your vehicle has been recharged disconnected or is not working you will need to reprogram each power window for the express open and close features to work Before reprogramming you will need to replace or re...

Page 95: ...power window won t stop if something 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 Pushing this button rearward will disable the rear passenger window controls This is a useful feature if you have children as passengers Press the button forward to allow your passengers to use thei...

Page 96: ...and pull the lever 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 Signal Multifunction Lever Turn and Lane Change Signals To signal a turn move the turn signal multifunction lever all the way up or down The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete This arrow on the instrument panel will flash ...

Page 97: ...adlamp High Low Beam With the Twilight SentinelR on or with the lamp control dial turned to the headlamp position push the turn signal lever on the driver s side of the steering wheel away from you to turn on the high beam headlamps This light on the instrument panel will be on indicating high beam usage Pull the lever back to the original position to return to low beam headlamps For more informat...

Page 98: ...o become damaged replace them with new blades See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement in the Index Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Windshield Washer Pull and hold the washer lever to wash the windshield Release the lever when you have enough fluid The wipers will clear the windshield an...

Page 99: ...fely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic D Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control begins to limit wheel spin the cruise contro...

Page 100: ...e you might hit 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 it 1 Accelerate to the speed you want 2 Press the SET ACCEL button at the end of the lever and release it 3 Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal ...

Page 101: ...nd of the lever and then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at a higher speed D Press the SET ACCEL button until the desired speed is reached The new speed is maintained when the button is released To increase your speed in very small amounts tap the SET ACCEL button repeatedly Each time you do this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature...

Page 102: ...peed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to end cruise control D Step lightly on the brake pedal D Press the OFF button at the end of the cruise lever Erasing Speed Memory The cruise control set speed memory is erased when you turn off the...

Page 103: ...he low beam headlamps To turn on the high beam headlamps the low beam headlamps must already be on Push the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering wheel away from you to engage the high beam headlamps Pull the lever toward you to return to the low beam headlamps For more information see Headlamp High Low Beam in the Index Turn the lamp control dial all the way to the left to turn the h...

Page 104: ...rned to ON or START Lamps On Reminder You will hear a warning chime if you open the door while leaving the lamps on if the manual headlamp control is activated An exception to this is when you re using the Twilight Sentinel Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving condi...

Page 105: ...ARK P If you re not in PARK P and the Twilight Sentinel system is turned off and it s dark enough outside the DRL will remain active and this light on the instrument panel will appear This is a reminder that headlamps are required The following conditions will override the DRL D your vehicle s transmission is shifted back into PARK P with the ignition in ON or START D the low beam headlamps are tu...

Page 106: ...g Lamps The cornering lamps come on when the headlamps or parking lamps are on and you signal a turn They provide more light for cornering Twilight SentinelR This feature is below the lamp control dial on the left side of the instrument panel It automatically switches the parking lamps and low beam headlamps on and off by sensing how dark it is outside To operate the Twilight Sentinel the ignition...

Page 107: ...This lets the driver know that the system has been turned off The Twilight Sentinel also turns off if the ignition is turned to OFF or to LOCK This light in the instrument panel will come on if the ignition is on and D the headlamps have not been manually turned on D the Twilight Sentinel senses it is dark outside D the Twilight Sentinel is OFF and D the transmission is not in PARK P Light Sensor ...

Page 108: ...er or D after the last door on your vehicle is closed Illuminated entry immediately ends when your vehicle s ignition is turned to ON or START Rear Reading Lamps The rear reading lamps are located above each rear door These lamps and the interior courtesy lamps come on when any door is opened and it is dark outside Placing the button in the center position enables the lamps to come on when any doo...

Page 109: ...n to turn the lamp off These lamps also come on when any door is opened or unlocked when it is dark outside Mirrors Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you A photocell on the back of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside Another photocell built into the mirror surface senses when headlamps are behind you ...

Page 110: ...e Delay This feature prevents rapid changing of the mirror from the night mode to the day mode as you drive under lights and through traffic Power Remote Control Mirror Move the rocker switch to the left to choose the driver s side mirror or move the switch to the right to select the passenger s side mirror To adjust the mirror push the control pad in the direction you want the mirror to go Adjust...

Page 111: ...d and rearward break away to help prevent injury and or damage to your vehicle Storage Compartments Glove Box The glove box is located in front of the passenger s seat To lock the glove box door insert the key in the lock cylinder and turn it clockwise Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock the door The glove box is air conditioned This helps to keep snack items cool while traveling In order for ...

Page 112: ...uring sharp turns or quick starts and stops The net is not for larger heavier loads Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can When not using the net hook it to the metal loops securing it to the floor Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter The front ashtray is located below the radio Press on the cover and release to access it To clean the ashtray press the black tab to the right of the tray to re...

Page 113: ...le to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element Sun Visors Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror Turn the sunshade down and lift the cover to see the mirror Lighting is automatic Rear Sunshade Option The power rear sunshade helps reduce the amount of heat and light from the sun entering through the rear window The sunshade i...

Page 114: ...e Door Unlock D Theft Detection Notification and Stolen Vehicle Tracking D Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment D Concierge Customer Convenience Services For more information contact your dealer Assist Handles A handle above each door can be used when getting out of your vehicle Garment Hooks For convenience you will find garment hooks attached to each assist handle Floor Mats Your vehicle...

Page 115: ...ted Turning the control dial to position A fully opens 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 turn the control dial to any position between A and E The positions range from about 25 percent open to approximately 80 percent open Turn the dial to position E to fully close the glass panel To close the sunshade p...

Page 116: ...eature 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 the up position Manual Operation If a failure in the power supply system occurs the sunroof can be manually closed by inserting a screwdriver into the slot as shown Turning the screwdriver coun...

Page 117: ... and keep holding until the sunroof is fully closed about three seconds after the motor has stopped 4 Turn the control dial to position A and hold until the sunroof is fully open about three seconds after the motor has stopped 5 Turn to position E and keep holding the control dial until the sunroof has fully closed about three seconds after the motor has stopped The sunroof is now programmed Note ...

Page 118: ...mplies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any 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 this device may not cause interference ...

Page 119: ...2 to 5 inches 5 to 13 cm away from the surface of the Universal Transmitter so that you can still see the indicator light 3 Using both hands press the hand held transmitter button and the desired button on the Universal Transmitter Continue to press both buttons through Step 4 4 Hold down both buttons until you see the indicator light on the Universal Transmitter flash slowly and then rapidly The ...

Page 120: ...y have a rolling code system A rolling code system changes the code of the garage door opener every time you open or close the garage door To determine if you have this system press the button on the Universal Transmitter that you have programmed already If the indicator light on the Universal Transmitter flashes rapidly for two seconds and then turns solid the garage door opener has a rolling cod...

Page 121: ...p up to three times to make sure that the Universal Transmitter has been trained to the garage door opener motor head unit Check that the training was successful The garage door opener should now recognize the Universal Transmitter You may either use the Universal Transmitter or the hand held transmitter to open the garage door If after following these instructions you still have problems training...

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Page 123: ...ally The main components of the instrument panel are A Air Outlets B Turn Signal Multifunction Lever C Instrument Cluster D Windshield Wiper Washer Lever E Comfort Controls F Lamp Controls G Horn H Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Audio System I Hood Release J Hazard Warning Flasher Button K Fuel Door Release Button L Heated Front Seat On Off Button Option M Ashtray N Radio O Trunk Release Button...

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Page 125: ...engine with the tachometer in the red area or engine damage may occur Engine Speed Limiter This feature prevents the engine from operating at too many revolutions per minute rpm When the engine s rpm are critically high the fuel supply to the engine is shut off When the engine speed slows the fuel supply will come on again This helps prevent damage to the engine Warning Lights Gages and Indicators...

Page 126: ... advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON or START a tone will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts unless the driver s safety belt is already buckled The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for abou...

Page 127: ... If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Charging System Indicator Light When you turn the key to START this light will come on briefly to show that the generator and battery charging systems are working If this light stays on you need service and you should take your vehicle to the dealer at once To save the battery until you get there...

Page 128: ...g Light in this section If you must drive a short distance with the voltmeter reading in a warning zone turn off all the accessories including the comfort controls and the audio system Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working wel...

Page 129: ...en you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on turn the ignition to OFF Or if the light comes on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while you re driving your vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning ligh...

Page 130: ...ion control the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on D If the traction control system is affected by an engine related problem the system will turn off and the warning light will come on If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service Engine Coolant Temperat...

Page 131: ...e on for a few seconds while you are starting the engine If the light doesn t come on have it repaired Your vehicle is equipped with a low coolant level sensor switch and float that is designed to detect when your vehicle s coolant level drops below the set limit If the low coolant level sensor under the coolant surge tank detects that the level drops while the engine is running the low coolant in...

Page 132: ...also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty NOTICE Modifications made to the engine tra...

Page 133: ...steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualifi...

Page 134: ...away once the engine is warmed up This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on If you experience one or more of these conditions change the fuel brand you use It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the above steps have made the light turn off have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the ...

Page 135: ...roblems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Check Oil Light This light will come on for a few seconds when the ignition is turned on If the light doesn t come on have it repaired If the light comes on while starting and stays on for about one minute or comes on while driving the engine oil level should be checked Prior to checking the oil level be sure your vehicle has been shut off ...

Page 136: ...ight This light will come on when you turn on the ignition and the windshield washer fluid container is less than one third full Trunk Ajar Light This light will come on if your vehicle s trunk is not completely closed Fuel Gage The fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank It works only when the ignition is in ON ...

Page 137: ...ded It will also come on for a few seconds when you first turn on the ignition as a check to show it s working If it doesn t come on then have it fixed Fuel Cap Indicator Light If Equipped This light will come on if the fuel cap has not been fully tightened is missing or has been improperly installed You should recheck your fuel cap to make sure it is on tight If you continue to drive with a loose...

Page 138: ...le when this light is on The rear of your vehicle is too low and part of the body or the rear axle may be damaged when driving over bumpy roads When the light goes out leveling is complete This procedure is automatic you don t have to do anything If the light comes on flashing there may be a problem with the leveling system You should reduce your vehicle speed and have your vehicle serviced soon B...

Page 139: ...indow Defogger 3 7 Ventilation System 3 9 Audio Systems 3 9 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 RDS If Equipped 3 22 Radio Data Systems RDS Program Type PTY Selections 3 23 CD Adapter Kits 3 23 Trunk Mounted CD Changer Option 3 27 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 27 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...

Page 140: ...ystem Turn the TEMP AUTO knob clockwise to increase the temperature and counterclockwise to decrease the temperature Pressing this knob puts the climate control system in an automatic mode For more information see Automatic Operation later in this section Passenger s Side Temperature Knob The right front passenger can control the temperature of heated air for their own zone independent from the dr...

Page 141: ...ng the 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 The fan speed will vary as the system maintains the selected temperature setting All previous manually set mode settings will change back to a fully automatic mode when the climate control system...

Page 142: ...lable 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 blower fan speed will gradually increase and air will flow from the heater outlets with some airflow to the windshield to prevent fogging under most normal conditions If you leave your vehicle the system will remember the control sett...

Page 143: ...is displayed ON OFF Press this button to turn the system off Press this button again to turn the system back on Turning the climate control system on in this way will recall all previous manually set mode settings If the system is turned on by pushing the driver s TEMP AUTO knob for automatic operation all of the previous manually set mode settings will be changed back to the fully automatic mode ...

Page 144: ...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 brought in and sent through the floor outlets The heater works best if you keep the windows closed while using it In order to obtain the maximum heat setting both the driver s TEMP AUTO knob and the passe...

Page 145: ...ed press the button again Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape or decals across the defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp This may damage the rear defogger grid The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Ventilation System The ventilation system supplie...

Page 146: ... inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of the windows D When you enter a vehicle in cold weather adjust the fan to the highest speed for a few moments before driving off This helps clear the intake outlets of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of the windows ...

Page 147: ...me display begins to change Release the button as you get close to the correct time The time may be set anytime the clock is displayed There is a two second delay before the clock goes into time set mode AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Playing the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob lightly to turn the system on Press the knob again to turn the system off To increase volume turn the knob clockwis...

Page 148: ...bered 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 on 2 Press BAND to select AM FM1 or FM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons for more than two seconds until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered button for less than two seconds the station you set will retu...

Page 149: ... adjust the sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise for the rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing 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 reve...

Page 150: ... on the display You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in FF mode Press the right arrow again to return to playing speed SEEK TUNE Press the right arrow to seek to the next selection on the tape Press the left arrow to search for the previous selection on the tape REP will appear on the display Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each ...

Page 151: ...See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold the eject button for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset Your cassette tape player automatically reduces background noise from tapes encoded with Dolby NR Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo...

Page 152: ...o scan radio stations The radio will go to a station stop for five seconds then go on to the next station Press this button again to stop scanning PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations The RDS PTY mode must be off to use this mode You can set up to 24 stations six AM six FM1 six FM2 and six weather Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press BAND to select AM FM1 F...

Page 153: ...r radio 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 if one of the other RDS function buttons has been pressed on If you are tuned to a station broadcasting RDS information the station s call letters and Program Type PTY will replace the station ...

Page 154: ...o receive traffic announcements 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 finds a station which broadcasts traffic announcements it will stop If no station is found NONE FOUND will appear on the display When SEEK or SCAN is pressed with the traffic announ...

Page 155: ...ton again 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 for three seconds The PTY shown will be the last PTY selected While this message is displayed use tand uto move up and down the PTY list If you pause on a PTY for three seconds PRESET PTY NEWS w...

Page 156: ... time is available to the radio To set the clock to the current displayed station time press and hold HR or MN until TIME UPDATED is displayed There is a two second delay before the time is updated RDS mode does not have to be on to use this function but you must be tuned to an FM RDS station ALERT This type of announcement warns of national or local emergencies You will not be able to turn off al...

Page 157: ...everse plays the other side of your cassette tape Cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio off but they will not start playing until the radio is on If you want to insert a cassette tape when the ignition is off first press the eject button While the tape is playing use the VOL TONE LEVEL and SPEAKER controls just as you do for the radio Other controls may have different functions when a tape i...

Page 158: ... selection stop for a few seconds then go on to the next selection Press this button again to stop scanning SIDE Press this button to change the side of the tape that is playing EJECT Press the upward triangle button to the right of the cassette tape player to remove a tape The radio will play Eject may be activated with the radio off and or the ignition off CLEAN TAPE If this message appears on t...

Page 159: ...curs repeatedly 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 arrow to fast forward to another part of the compact disc Release it to return to playing speed TUNE SEEK When this button is pressed it has two positions This button works the same whether it is ...

Page 160: ...s Nostalga 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 Rock Sports Sports Talk Talk Top 40 Top 40 Weather Weather Factory PTY Presets Preset FM1 FM2 Preset 1 Adult Hits Jazz Preset 2 Classical Oldies Preset 3 News Religious Music Preset 4 Public Soft ...

Page 161: ...unted CD Changer Option With the compact disc changer you can play up to 12 discs continuously Normal size discs may be played using the trays supplied in the magazine The smaller discs 8 cm can be played only with specially designed trays You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc Each of the 12 trays holds one disc Press the button on the back of the magazine ...

Page 162: ...iding it all the way to the left When the door is closed the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine This will continue for up to one and a half minutes depending on the number of discs loaded To eject the magazine from the player slide the CD changer door all the way open The magazine will automatically eject Remember to keep the door closed whenever possible to keep dirt and dust f...

Page 163: ...FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player use SEEK TUNE For all other audio systems use TUNE SEEK SEEK TUNE Press the right arrow to seek to the next selection Press the left arrow to search for the previous track selection The sound will mute while seeking TUNE SEEK When this button is pressed it has two positions This button works the same whether it is pressed to the first or second position Press th...

Page 164: ...ource The audio source must be loaded to play 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 CD will be displayed for a few seconds instead on the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player then the radio will play EJECT Slide the CD changer door all the way open and the disc holder will automaticall...

Page 165: ...n is turned on the VIN is verified If the vehicle s VIN does not match the VIN stored in the radio THEFTLOCK will be activated and the audio system will not play If the radio is removed from your vehicle the original VIN in the radio can be used to trace the radio back to your vehicle Audio Steering Wheel Controls Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel They include the following...

Page 166: ...power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to come and go Weather Band If Equipped Weather band is restricted to speech and the audio quality is not as good as with the AM or FM band...

Page 167: ...sette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio may display CLN or CLEAN TAPE to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer I...

Page 168: ...on dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended If your vehicle is equipped with the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player press and hold the eject button for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator after you clean the player The radio will display to show the indicator was reset If your vehicle is equipped with the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data Systems ...

Page 169: ...ption NOTICE Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp This may damage the rear defogger grid and affect your radio s ability to pick up stations clearly The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty If when you turn on your rear window defogger you hear static on your radio station it could mean that a defog...

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Page 171: ... 3 Drunken Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 7 Anti Lock Brakes ABS 4 10 Steering 4 12 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 14 Loss of Control 4 15 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 19 City Driving 4 20 Freeway Driving 4 21 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 22 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 Winter Driving 4 28 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 29 Loadi...

Page 172: ...ost preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone...

Page 173: ...drink 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 But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on t...

Page 174: ...In some other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the drivi...

Page 175: ...lcohol 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 person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness ...

Page 176: ... bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66...

Page 177: ...the pedal 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 brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start yo...

Page 178: ...own 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 is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and contro...

Page 179: ...The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system brakes the spinning wheel and or reduces engine power to limit wheel spin You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal This warning light will come on to let you know if there s a problem with your traction control system See Traction Contr...

Page 180: ...unt of steering effort is increased to provide manual like steering for maximum control and stability If your vehicle seems harder to steer than normal when parking or driving slow something may be wrong with the speed sensitive steering system You will still have power steering however steering will be stiffer than normal at low speeds Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves...

Page 181: ...r 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 ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effec...

Page 182: ...le is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that yo...

Page 183: ...ally indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic D Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle...

Page 184: ... when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what 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 Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to exis...

Page 185: ...ehicle control more limited While driving on a surface 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 not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the ro...

Page 186: ...rom headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark 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 headlamp...

Page 187: ...et wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield wash...

Page 188: ... your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally Hydroplaning Hydroplaning 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 hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning doesn t happen often But it can if your tires do not have ...

Page 189: ...an the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Some Other Rainy Weather Tips D Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray D Have good tires with proper tread depth See...

Page 190: ...se the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways turnpikes or superhighways are the safest of all roads But they have their own special rules The most important advice o...

Page 191: ...lowing distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite sharply The exit speed is usually posted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After drivin...

Page 192: ...is Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a ...

Page 193: ...levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads D Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you don t shift down your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor bra...

Page 194: ...can climb 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 D As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident D You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examp...

Page 195: ... conditions 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 time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You ll have a l...

Page 196: ...e Traction 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 anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index D Allow greater following distance on any slippery road D Watch for slippery ...

Page 197: ...o to summon 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 wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your cloth...

Page 198: ...or slightly 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 Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortab...

Page 199: ...n carry 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 rear edge of the driver s door It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel a...

Page 200: ... stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put things in the trunk of your vehicle In a trunk put them as far forward as you can Try to spread the weight evenly D Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of...

Page 201: ...it has to be used properly That s the reason for this part In it are many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer Load pulling components such as the engine transmission wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder against the drag of the ad...

Page 202: ...ide temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment that 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 436004 Pontiac MI 48343 6004 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Lim...

Page 203: ...ge of 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 correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow D The rear bumper on your vehicle is not i...

Page 204: ... Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling 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 Before you start check the ...

Page 205: ...ailering When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and or extra wiring Check with your dealer The arrows on your instru...

Page 206: ...lls CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply the regular brakes but do not shift into PARK P 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When th...

Page 207: ... will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule booklet for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant drive belt cooling system and brake system If you re trailering it s a good idea to review this information before you start your trip Check periodically ...

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Page 209: ...out some problems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 2 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 17 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18 Changing a Flat Tire 5 28 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 210: ...ton also flashes Pressing the button again turns the flashers off The flashers work regardless of the key position When the hazard warning flashers are on the turn signals won t work since they are already flashing Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Jump Starting If the battery has run down you...

Page 211: ...drometer looks NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued clear or light yellow Replace the battery when there is a clear or light yellow hydrometer and a cranking complaint Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it won t work and it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system NOTICE If the other system isn t a 12 volt system ...

Page 212: ...N An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas 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 ACDel...

Page 213: ...ect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive and negative will go 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 Also don t connect negative to negative CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure y...

Page 214: ...d 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 doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Attach the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move ...

Page 215: ...few tries it probably needs service 12 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal A Heavy Metal Engine Part Vehicle with Dead Battery B Good Battery C Dead Battery Note When a power loss occurs there are steps that must be followed to calibrate the Electronic Throttle Control ETC If these steps are not done the en...

Page 216: ...ety chains when towing it D Use only the correct hooks NOTICE Use the proper towing equipment to avoid damage to the bumper fascia or fog lamp areas of the vehicle With current trends in automotive styles and design it is essential that the correct towing equipment is used to tow a vehicle Your vehicle can be towed with car carrier equipment only Vehicle speed during towing should not exceed 50 mp...

Page 217: ...the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn 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 liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehi...

Page 218: ...nute or so 1 If your air conditioner is on turn it off 2 Dial temperature control to the highest heat setting and open the windows as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back...

Page 219: ...ans 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 underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The coolant level should be at or slightly above the KALT COLD line seam ...

Page 220: ... 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 COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Damage caused by...

Page 221: ...ssure 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 and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot W...

Page 222: ...e could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts So use the recommended coolant CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant cont...

Page 223: ...ank pressure 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 that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it ...

Page 224: ...sure cap 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 lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the KALT COLD line seam ...

Page 225: ...oward that 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 particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by s...

Page 226: ...nd they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Put the shift lever in PARK P 2 Set the parking brake firmly 3 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the o...

Page 227: ...re Tire 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 to remove it from the trunk ...

Page 228: ...wblue 5 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 229: ... include 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 careful not to scratch the wheel edge ...

Page 230: ...bolts 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 of the hoisting notch cover located either in front of or behind the tire you are changing ...

Page 231: ...up vertically 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 handle Then raise the jack lift head until it is firmly set into the hoisting notch ...

Page 232: ...our vehicle 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 before raising the vehicle 6 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the spare tire to fit under the vehicle 7 Remove all wheel...

Page 233: ...rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on wheel bolts If you do the bolts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 9 Place the wheel on the wheel mou...

Page 234: ... in a crisscross 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 correct wheel bolts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel bolts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the bolts tightened with a torque wrench to 80 lb f...

Page 235: ...ther equipment 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 tire on your vehicle you ll need to store the flat tire in the trunk Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk Put the flat tire in the trunk where the spare is stored d...

Page 236: ...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 use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you re stuck spin the w...

Page 237: ...und your 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 possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse dir...

Page 238: ...yellowblue 5 30 NOTES ...

Page 239: ...mission Fluid 6 19 Rear Axle 6 20 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6 20 Engine Coolant 6 24 Power Steering Fluid 6 25 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 26 Brakes 6 29 Battery 6 30 Bulb Replacement 6 36 Wiper Blade Replacement 6 37 Tires 6 46 Appearance Care 6 46 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 48 Care of Safety Belts 6 49 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 6 51 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels If ...

Page 240: ...nt to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You should keep a...

Page 241: ...se middle grade or regular unleaded gasolines but your vehicle may not accelerate as well It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA and endorsed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could p...

Page 242: ...ng additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask your service station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this ...

Page 243: ...ouldn t be covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H...

Page 244: ...ur fuel door your vehicle must be in PARK P Press the FUEL DOOR unlock button located on the instrument panel center console to unlock and open the fuel door You can also press the fuel button on the remote keyless entry transmitter to access the fuel cap Your vehicle has a tethered fuel cap To remove the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise The cap has a spring in it if you let go of t...

Page 245: ...n the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index The FUEL CAP light will come on if the fuel cap is not properly rei...

Page 246: ... Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTI...

Page 247: ...the vehicle to open the hood It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release which is located above the front grille Lift up on the release lever as you raise the hood ...

Page 248: ...er 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 closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Then pull the hood down and close it firmly ...

Page 249: ...er to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick is located behind the radiator hose on the driver s side of the engine The yellow looped handle helps to identify it Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Checking Engine Oil Pu...

Page 250: ...p counterclockwise to remove it Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the Starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use any...

Page 251: ...as SAE 20W 50 NOTICE Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM GoodwrenchR oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area where the temperature falls below 20_F 29_C consider using either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil or ...

Page 252: ...d filter at the first 5 000 miles 8 000 km or 3 months whichever occurs first Then change the oil and filter every 10 000 miles 16 000 km or 12 months whichever occurs first Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your s...

Page 253: ... to replace the air filter 1 Unhook the five clips that attach the air cleaner lid to the housing You may need to use a screwdriver to help you unhook the clips 2 With a screwdriver loosen the retaining clamp on the air intake tube and then disconnect the tube as shown by the arrow above 3 Move the hose going to the coolant surge tank out of the way so the air cleaner lid can be lifted ...

Page 254: ... Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Maintenance Schedule booklet CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t driv...

Page 255: ...Maintenance Schedule booklet The access panel for the passenger compartment air filter is below the grille at the base of the windshield on the passenger s side of the engine compartment 1 Open the hood of your vehicle 2 Lift the engine compartment rear seal 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 secu...

Page 256: ...ehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible You may also have your fluid level checked by your dealer or service center when you have your oil changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions D In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F...

Page 257: ...ule to determine how often to check the lubricant See Periodic Maintenance Inspections and Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Maintenance Schedule booklet How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to d...

Page 258: ...hermostat is recommended Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOLR 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 explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheat...

Page 259: ...se a mixture 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 water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the p...

Page 260: ...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 which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checking Coolant The surge tank is located behind the air cleaner on the passenger s side of the engine The cooling system when hot is under a lot of pressure If the low coo...

Page 261: ...be at 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 add the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture at the surge tank but only when the engine is cool CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol a...

Page 262: ...ol wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the full mark There are two lines on the dipstick The top line is the full mark and the bottom line is the add line which means that fluid should be added...

Page 263: ...he washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid ta...

Page 264: ...u should have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done o...

Page 265: ...r brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid D If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not...

Page 266: ... your brakes Properly torqued wheel bolts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel bolts in the proper sequence to GM specifications Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets See Brake System Inspection in the Maintenance Schedule booklet under Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Brake Pedal Tra...

Page 267: ...w vehicle comes with an ACDelco FreedomR battery When it s time for a new battery we recommend an ACDelco Freedom battery Get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting h...

Page 268: ...ulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps 1 With a screwdriver unscrew the fastener on the headlamp cover and then remove the cover to gain access to the headlamp bulbs Note that the inner bulb is for the high beam headlamp and the outer bulb is for the low ...

Page 269: ...yellowblue 6 31 2 Remove the black rubber cap that protects the bulb area 3 Remove the plug connector from the bulb ...

Page 270: ...yellowblue 6 32 4 Squeeze the retaining clip together and then pull away from the bulb assembly 5 Pull the bulb out and then replace ...

Page 271: ... need to 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 NOTICE To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly read all instructions before beginning Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts Front Turn Signal Lamp 1...

Page 272: ...ind the turn signal bulbs Turn the lamp assembly counterclockwise to remove 3 Pull the bulb out to replace and then reassemble Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL The CHMSL is equipped with high durability illumination If a bulb problem does occur see your dealer for assistance ...

Page 273: ...p housing up as you pull the black tab on the lamp housing away from the vehicle Continue to pull the lamp housing straight out to access the bulbs 4 To remove the bulb turn it counterclockwise When you replace the bulb you need to push it in and twist it clockwise into place 5 Replace the lamp housing by snapping it back into place Note The taillamp assembly running across the rear deck lid is eq...

Page 274: ... a regular basis or when worn For proper windshield wiper blade type see Normal Maintenance 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 position You should be able to see a tab 3 Squeeze the tab together and pull the wiper blade assembly down enoug...

Page 275: ...quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see your Catera Warranty booklet for details CAUTION Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous D Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in th...

Page 276: ...ent for higher speed driving Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label which is located on the rear edge of the driver s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km If you ll be driving at speeds higher than 100 mph 160 km h where it is legal raise...

Page 277: ...ven when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated at 5 000 miles 8 000 km and then every 10 000 miles 16 000 km thereafter Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or whe...

Page 278: ...Bolt Torque in the Index CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel studs become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from 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 la...

Page 279: ...ze or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are de...

Page 280: ...ity Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread w...

Page 281: ...igned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test w...

Page 282: ...the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels or wheel bolts replace them only with...

Page 283: ...driven It could fail suddenly and cause an accident If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains NOTICE Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the rear tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the ...

Page 284: ... D Lacquer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle D Alcohol D Laundry Soap D Bleach D Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather pla...

Page 285: ...h and a vinyl leather cleaner See your dealer for this product Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry D For stubborn stains use a leather cleaner See your dealer for this product D Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe...

Page 286: ...ass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window since they may have to be scraped off later If abrasive cleaners are used ...

Page 287: ... Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule booklet Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is 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 s...

Page 288: ...abrasive 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 such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painte...

Page 289: ...on chrome plated wheels but avoid any painted surface of the wheel and buff 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 Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE When applying a tire dressing always take care to w...

Page 290: ...gh they 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 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 chemic...

Page 291: ...ic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with water 1052930 8 oz 0 237 L Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts absorbs and removes soils on fabric 12345721 2 5 sq ft Synthetic Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching 12345725 12 oz 0 354 L Silicone Tire ...

Page 292: ... 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 Identification Label You ll find this label behind the passenger s side access panel in the trunk the panel that covers the trunk mounted CD changer It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D y...

Page 293: ...dex Headlamp 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 headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses If the windshield wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice the wipers will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused ...

Page 294: ...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 by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating I...

Page 295: ...ull the 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 Automatic Transmission Range Switch Automatic Transmission Control Indicator Power Steering Control Module Hazard Warning Switch Automatic Transmission Winter Mode Switch Transmission Control Mod...

Page 296: ...or Switch A C Compressor Relay Coolant Fan Test Connector A C Load Switch Fuse Usage 14 Cellular Telephone RH and LH Windshield Washer Nozzles Driver and Passenger Heated Seat Switch Heater and A C Control Heated Outside Rearview Mirror and Rear Window Defogger Relay 15 Rear Suspension Leveling Air Compressor Relay Instrument Cluster Gage Cluster Cruise Control Switch Headlamp Switch Multifunction...

Page 297: ...Radio Automatic Transmission Control Indicator Heater and A C Control 27 Automatic Level Control Sensor Rear Suspension Leveling Air Compressor and Relay Fuse Usage 28 Door Lock Relay OnStarR Connector 29 Multifunction Relay 30 RH Parking Lamp and Turn Signal Lamp RH Rear Sidemarker Lamp RH Stoplamp and Taillamp 31 RH Low Beam Headlamp Turn Signal Switch 32 RH High Beam Headlamp Relay 33 Blower Co...

Page 298: ...t of the 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 Lamps and Turn Signal Lamps VIII Low Beam Headlamps IX Not Used X Not Used XI High Beam Headlamps I LH ...

Page 299: ...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 Pump Relay K22 4 Windshield Wiper Motor Relay K8 5 A C Compressor Relay K60 ...

Page 300: ...rn Signal Lamp 90487485 Rear Turn Signal Lamp and Taillamp 90002521 Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule booklet for more information Transmission 7 0 quarts 6 6 L Engine Crankcase Oil Change With Filter 6 0 quarts 5 75 L Engine Cooling System 10 5...

Page 301: ...itioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure ask your dealer Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Filter Element 90509318 Fuel Filter Element 90542540 Engine Oil Filter 25010792 Passenger s Compartment Air Filter 90510338 Spark Plugs 90541059 Bosch Plug FLR9LTE Thermostat 90502201 Windshield Wiper Blades 9118382 RH 9118381 LH Vehic...

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Page 303: ...r Text Telephone TTY Users 7 4 Customer Assistance Offices 7 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Service 7 7 Roadside Service for the Hearing or Speech Impaired 7 8 Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Transportation Options 7 10 Warranty Information 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 11 Repor...

Page 304: ...ontact 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 contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center 24 hours a day by calling 1 800 458 8006 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or ...

Page 305: ... this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing any court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address...

Page 306: ...tion Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 882 1112 All Overseas Locations GMODC Customer Communication Centre 169 007 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Telephone 905 644 4112 Fax 905 644 4866 Caribbean Numbers 1 800 496 9992 English Puerto Rico 1...

Page 307: ... limited 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 Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details When calling from outside Canada please dial 1 905 644 3063 TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Service Cadillac ...

Page 308: ...available only in the United States and Canada Cadillac Owner Privilegest Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Privilegest at no charge throughout your 1999 Cadillac Warranty Period 48 months 50 000 miles 80 000 km Emergency Road Service is performed on site for the following situations D Towing Service D Battery Jump Starting D Lock Out Assistance D Fuel Delivery D Flat Tire Change Co...

Page 309: ...ssist 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 Identification Number VIN mileage and date of delivery Roadside Service for the Hearing or Speech Impaired Roadside Service is prepared to assist owners who have hearing difficulties or are speech...

Page 310: ...ed to drive the vehicle until scheduling can be accomplished If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Cadillac helps minimize your inconvenience by providing severa...

Page 311: ... a courtesy rental Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper to Bumper warranty coverage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is available only at participat...

Page 312: ...detailed warranty information REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you 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 investigation and if it finds t...

Page 313: ... certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 458 8006 or write Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 436004 Pontiac MI 48343 6004 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Ordering Service and O...

Page 314: ...er publications are written directly for Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle Owner s Manual RETAIL SELL PRICE 15 00 CURRENT PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE AN...

Page 315: ...bove address for quotation 1999 90 00 1999 50 00 1999 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax See Note Below GM CAD ORD99 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to make...

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Page 317: ...klite 3 31 Antifreeze 6 20 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 67 4 7 Brakes ABS 4 7 Anti Lockout Feature 2 7 Anti Pinch Feature 2 33 2 54 Appearance Care 6 46 Appearance Care Chart 6 53 Arbitration Program Step Three 7 3 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter 2 50 Assist Handles 2 52 Audio Sound Equipment Adding 3 29 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 27 Audio Systems 3 9 Automatic Door Locks 2 5 Automat...

Page 318: ...ts 3 23 CD Changer 3 23 Cellular Telephone 2 52 Center Console Storage Area 2 50 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL Bulb Replacement 6 34 Central Door Unlocking System 2 4 Certification Label 4 29 Chains Safety 4 34 Chains Tire 6 45 Changing a Flat Tire 5 18 Charging System Indicator Light 2 65 Check Engine Light 2 70 Check Oil Light 2 73 Checking Things Under the Hood 6 8 Checking Your Restraint ...

Page 319: ...e Tank 5 11 What to Use 6 21 Cooling System 5 11 Cornering Lamps 2 44 Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Cruise Control 2 37 Cruise Control Light 2 74 Customer Assistance Information 7 1 Offices 7 4 Text Telephone TTY Users 7 3 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 7 2 Damage Finish 6 52 Damage Sheet Metal 6 51 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 2 42 Dead Battery 5 2 Defects Reporting Safety 7 10 7 11 Defensive Driving...

Page 320: ...1 2 30 2 31 4 28 Identification 6 54 Overheating 5 9 Running While You re Parked 2 31 Specifications 6 63 Speed Limiter 2 63 Starting Your 2 18 Engine Oil 6 11 Additives 6 14 Checking 6 11 What Kind to Use 6 12 What to do with Used 6 14 When to Add 6 12 When to Change 6 14 English Metric Display 3 3 Ethanol 6 4 Exhaust Engine 2 11 2 30 2 31 4 28 Extender Safety Belts 1 52 Exterior Lamps 2 40 Fan B...

Page 321: ...Rating GAWR 4 30 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR 4 30 Guide en Français ii Halogen Bulbs 6 30 Handles Assist 2 52 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Head Restraints 1 6 Headlamps 2 41 6 30 Aiming 6 33 Bulb Replacement 6 30 High Low Beam 2 35 On Reminder 2 42 Wiper Activated 2 42 Wiring 6 55 Hearing Impaired Customer Assistance 7 3 Heated Backlite Antenna 3 31 Heated Rearview Mirrors 2 49 Heated Seats 1 ...

Page 322: ...icle with the Engine Running 2 27 Leveling Indicator Light 2 76 Light Sensor Twilight SentinelR 2 44 Lighter 2 50 Lighting Perimeter 2 42 Lights Air Bag Readiness 1 27 2 64 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 2 67 4 7 Automatic Transmission Warning 2 76 Brake Pad Wear Indicator 2 76 Brake System Warning 2 66 Brake To Shift 2 73 Charging System Indicator 2 65 Check Engine 2 70 Check Oil 2 73 Cruise Cont...

Page 323: ... 2 49 Illuminated Visor Vanity 2 51 Manual Folding Outside Rearview 2 49 Power Remote Control 2 48 MMT 6 4 Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 7 5 Mode Button 3 3 Model Reference ii Mountain Roads 4 23 Multifunction Lever 2 34 Net Convenience 2 50 NEUTRAL N Automatic Transmission 2 22 New Vehicle Break In 2 16 Night Vision 4 16 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 63 Odometer 2 63 Odo...

Page 324: ...wer Windows 2 32 Programming the Sunroof 2 55 Programming the Universal Transmitter 2 57 Publications Service and Owner 7 11 7 12 Radio Data Systems RDS Program Type PTY Selections 3 22 Radio Reception Understanding 3 28 Radios 3 9 3 13 Rain Driving In 4 17 Rear Axle 6 19 Door Security Locks 2 6 Reading Lamps 2 46 Seat Passenger Positions 1 33 Seat Passengers 1 32 Seats 1 7 Sunshade 2 51 Turn Sign...

Page 325: ...Parts After a Crash 1 53 Right Front Passenger Position 1 24 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 18 Use During Pregnancy 1 23 Why They Work 1 12 Safety Chains 4 34 Safety Defects Reporting 7 10 7 11 Safety Warnings and Symbols v Seatback Reclining Front 1 4 Seats Heated 1 4 1 10 Manual Lumbar Support 1 2 Memory Seat and Mirrors 1 3 Power 1 2 Rear 1 7 Restraint Systems 1 1 Seat Controls 1 2 Securing a ...

Page 326: ...5 Sunshade Rear 2 51 Surge Tank Coolant 5 11 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6 20 Symbols Vehicle vii Tachometer 2 63 Taillamp and Rear Turn Signal Lamp 6 35 Tape Player Care 3 29 Telephone Cellular 2 52 Temperature Display Outside 3 3 Temperature Knobs Climate Control System 3 2 Theft 2 12 Theft Deterrent Feature Radio 3 27 Theft Deterrent System 2 13 TheftlockR 3 27 Thermostat 6 20 THIRD 3 Gear Automati...

Page 327: ...or Opener with Rolling Codes 2 58 Transmission Fluid Automatic 6 18 Transmitter Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 2 7 Transmitter Universal 2 56 Transportation Courtesy 7 8 Trip Odometer 2 63 Trunk 2 11 Ajar Light 2 74 Mounted CD Changer 3 23 Release 2 11 TTY Users 7 3 Turn and Lane Change Signals 2 34 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 2 34 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4 35 Twilight SentinelR 2 ...

Page 328: ... and Tire Balance 6 44 Bolt Torque 5 26 6 63 Replacement 6 44 Wrench 5 21 Where to Put Child Restraints 1 43 Windows 2 32 Anti Pinch Feature 2 33 Power 2 32 Programming the Power Windows 2 32 Rear Lockout 2 33 Windshield Washer 2 36 Washer Fluid 2 36 6 25 Wiper Blades Cleaning 6 48 Wiper Fuses 6 55 Wipers 2 35 Wipers Blade Replacement 6 36 Winter Driving 4 24 Wiper Activated Headlamps 2 42 Wiring ...

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