Cadillac 2000 Escalade Manual Download

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Summary of Contents for 2000 Escalade

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Page 2: ...ssistance Free flat tire change Emergency towing 1 800 882 1112 that provides in an emergency Bumper to Bumper 4 years 50 000 miles 80 000 km Limited Warranty Courtesy Transportation 1 800 882 1112 Ev...

Page 4: ...ignal Multifunction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control Interior and Exterior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Convenience Net Cargo Cover Luggage Carrier If Equipped Accessory Power Outlets OnSt...

Page 5: ...ing Tips for Various Road Conditions Off Road Driving Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Pl...

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

Page 7: ...it to quickly find something you want to read Section 8 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Warranty Information See Warranty M...

Page 8: ...otors of Canada Limited for Cadillac Motor Car Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If yo...

Page 9: ...nual 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 h...

Page 10: ...thing that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read ot...

Page 11: ...s have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSH...

Page 12: ...Guide Engine Oil Dipstick See Section 6 Fuel Use unleaded gas only 87 Octane or higher See Section 6 Cooling System See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Spar...

Page 13: ...Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 14 Driver Position 1 22 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 23 Right Front Passenger Position 1 23...

Page 14: ...center knob to move the seat to where you want it To raise the seat move the knob up To lower the seat move the knob down To move the seat forward or rearward move the knob toward the front of the veh...

Page 15: ...ower seatback reaches the desired level of support Heated Front Seats The control for the driver s side heated seat is located on the left side of the seat The control for the right front passenger is...

Page 16: ...ust the seatback move the lever rearward Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Move the lever again rearward and the seatback will go to an upright position But don t have a seatbac...

Page 17: ...Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash The head restraints til...

Page 18: ...ure that nothing is under or in front of the seat When the seat is folded it will lay flat on the floor To fold the seat use the following procedure 1 Pull up on the strap loop at the rear of the seat...

Page 19: ...restraints 3 Push the seatback rearward all the way 4 Lower the seat cushion until it latches in position 5 After returning the seat to the passenger position return the head restraints to the top of...

Page 20: ...element in that seat will operate To turn the heated seats off move the switch to the center For more information on heated front seats see Heated Front Seats in the Index Safety Belts They re for Ev...

Page 21: ...kle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a...

Page 22: ...1 10 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it...

Page 23: ...1 11 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield...

Page 24: ...nt panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts...

Page 25: ...ey work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up...

Page 26: ...ion 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...

Page 27: ...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 sh...

Page 28: ...to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing in to make sure...

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

Page 30: ...ou can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cau...

Page 31: ...injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones...

Page 32: ...be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too...

Page 33: ...sted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it...

Page 34: ...n it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously inju...

Page 35: ...ed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important...

Page 36: ...ble while still maintaining control of the vehicle CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts of...

Page 37: ...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 System...

Page 38: ...ween an occupant and an air bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occup...

Page 39: ...conditions including off road usage Observe safe driving speeds especially on rough terrain As always wear your safety belt See Off Road Driving in the Index for more tips on off road driving What mak...

Page 40: ...can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation...

Page 41: ...turning off the vehicle immediately and disconnecting the battery cables Don t let anyone start the vehicle under any circumstances See your dealer for service Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle...

Page 42: ...system from working properly Also the air bag system may not work properly if you relocate any of the air bag sensors If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer Assistance befor...

Page 43: ...into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again...

Page 44: ...sh 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 f...

Page 45: ...n the shoulder belt guide 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 portio...

Page 46: ...ld restraints and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear sea...

Page 47: ...its storage clip on the side of the seatback 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt...

Page 48: ...described in Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together...

Page 49: ...7 Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the be...

Page 50: ...nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some...

Page 51: ...mall enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because an infant s neck is wea...

Page 52: ...ash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110...

Page 53: ...n selecting a child restraint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used An i...

Page 54: ...ints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and about one year of age This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in a fro...

Page 55: ...orward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102 cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a conver...

Page 56: ...for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle but the child also has to be secured within the...

Page 57: ...eat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restr...

Page 58: ...ould be injured When anchoring a top strap to a cargo tiedown be sure to remove the cargo security shade from your vehicle See Cargo Security Shade in the Index Don t use the front set of tie down bra...

Page 59: ...aint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The c...

Page 60: ...the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child...

Page 61: ...using the lap belt 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 See the earlier part about the top st...

Page 62: ...ind it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child rest...

Page 63: ...e instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the se...

Page 64: ...int You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove t...

Page 65: ...o the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they...

Page 66: ...lt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper...

Page 67: ...in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the...

Page 68: ...might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a...

Page 69: ...22 Ignition Positions 2 24 Starting Your Engine 2 25 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 27 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 30 Four Wheel Drive 2 34 Parking Brake 2 35 Shifting Into PARK P 2 37 Shi...

Page 70: ...le with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don...

Page 71: ...e your key your dealer will be able to assist you with obtaining a new one Your vehicle also has a key that locks and unlocks the center floor console only Your vehicle also has an emergency key that...

Page 72: ...ou will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle You can use the key manual door locks power door locks or keyless entry system To lock...

Page 73: ...m in the Index On the passenger side of the rear panel door or tailgate there is a power lock switch which can be used to lock or unlock all of the doors On vehicles with panel doors if the power lock...

Page 74: ...ckout Prevention This feature protects you from locking your key in the vehicle by stopping the power door locks from locking when the key is in the ignition in OFF and a door is open If the power doo...

Page 75: ...d 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized servic...

Page 76: ...rrent system provides a fourth button on your transmitter This button is the alarm panic button If you are involved in a panic situation press this button and your vehicle s horn will sound and the he...

Page 77: ...l disarm the theft deterrent system 2 Remove fuse 17 in the main fuse block which is located on the left side of your main instrument panel When the fuse block is open the radio fuse is located on the...

Page 78: ...ot to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter Use one three volt type CR2032 or equivalent battery To replace the battery 1 Insert a s...

Page 79: ...smitter or match the transmitter to your vehicle If the locks still do not cycle see your dealer for service Rear Doors CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the tailgate glass tailgate or rear do...

Page 80: ...he rear panel doors you must open the passenger s side panel door first If the door is locked use your key to unlock it To open the passenger s side panel door pull up on the handle and pull the door...

Page 81: ...l thieves so don t do it When you park your vehicle and open the driver s door you ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering...

Page 82: ...er blows to the vehicle The sensitivity can be adjusted if more or less is desired If sensitivity is increased too much it may give false alarms caused by gusts of wind or other natural events that ma...

Page 83: ...hes can be set to your choice See Feature Customization in the Index Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Locking If all the doors are closed locking the vehicle with the transmitter will immediately arm...

Page 84: ...nformation on customizing the features mentioned here see Feature Customization in the Index Turning Off the Alarm If you started the alarm by pressing the panic button on the keyless entry transmitte...

Page 85: ...ur key in the ignition 2 Turn the ignition to RUN to disarm the theft deterrent system 3 Turn the ignition to OFF 4 Remove fuse 17 This fuse is in the main fuse block located on the left side of your...

Page 86: ...ext feature available on your vehicle Keyless Entry Verification This means that when you use the keyless entry transmitter to lock unlock your vehicle your headlamps and parking lamps will flash brie...

Page 87: ...t The mode you select is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Theft Deterrent Armi...

Page 88: ...amps Your headlamps and parking lamps will flash and your horn will chirp twice to verify the system is armed using any arming method Headlamps and parking lamps only will flash when disarming Mode 3...

Page 89: ...ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fuel is disabled During normal operation the SECURITY light will go off approximately five seconds after the key is turned to the RUN ignition position If the...

Page 90: ...ake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Don t tow a traile...

Page 91: ...his position 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 exa...

Page 92: ...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 exces...

Page 93: ...erform 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...

Page 94: ...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 engin...

Page 95: ...est position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brak...

Page 96: ...oesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engin...

Page 97: ...ur speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on If you manually select SECOND 2 the transmission will drive in second gear You may use this feat...

Page 98: ...ead the section that follows before using four wheel drive You should use 2HI for most normal driving conditions NOTICE Driving in the 4HI or 4LO positions for a long time on dry or wet pavement could...

Page 99: ...livers extra torque You may never need 4LO It sends maximum power to all four wheels You might choose 4LO if you are driving off road in deep sand deep mud deep snow and climbing or descending steep h...

Page 100: ...the 4LO switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and or moving the 4LO indicator light will flash for 30 seconds and not complete the shift unless your vehicle is moving less than 3 mph 4 8 km...

Page 101: ...one second then shift to AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B for one second 8 Turn the ignition to OFF 9 Place the transmission shift lever in PARK P 10 Release the parking brake prior to towing Shifting Out of NEU...

Page 102: ...just above the parking brake pedal marked BRAKE RELEASE to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning light will go off NOTICE Driving...

Page 103: ...e on fairly level ground use the steps that follow With four wheel drive your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL So be sure the tran...

Page 104: ...s 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 With four wheel drive if your transfer case...

Page 105: ...When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of PARK P before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take s...

Page 106: ...ciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your vehicle...

Page 107: ...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 unl...

Page 108: ...Power in the Index Push the rear of the switch with the power window symbol on it to lower the window Push the front of the switch with the power window symbol on it to raise the window The driver s...

Page 109: ...tton Then lift the window up to open The shift lever must be in PARK P or NEUTRAL N for the release to work There is also a power door lock switch at the rear of the vehicle which will allow you to lo...

Page 110: ...will return automatically An arrow located on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts...

Page 111: ...orter the delay For steady wiping at low speed turn the control to the LOW position For high speed wiping turn the control further to HIGH To stop the wipers turn the control to OFF Damaged wiper blad...

Page 112: ...When you let go of the paddle the wipers will continue to wipe for a few seconds and then either stop or return to the preset speed The use of hood mounted air deflectors may adversely affect windshi...

Page 113: ...ndow check the fluid level Cruise Control With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips C...

Page 114: ...and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts off the cruise...

Page 115: ...me you do this you ll go about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehi...

Page 116: ...mbol to turn on all the lamps listed as well as the headlamps Turn the knob counterclockwise to OFF to turn off your lamps For additional information on headlamp operation see Headlamp Delay in the In...

Page 117: ...r for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunse...

Page 118: ...p part of the switch to turn the fog lamps on Press the bottom of the switch to turn them off An indicator light will illuminate in the switch when the fog lamps are on Fog lamps will go off whenever...

Page 119: ...ED display to full intensity when the headlamps or parking lamps are on To turn on the dome lamps with the vehicle doors closed turn the thumbwheel up to the second notch position Exit Lighting and De...

Page 120: ...tton again and return it to the out position With the button in this position the dome lamps will come on when you open the door Reading Lamps Your vehicle has reading lamps Press the button located n...

Page 121: ...re See Headlamp Delay in the Index for more information When on an electrochromic mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark The mirror also incl...

Page 122: ...rrors are turned on To turn the mirrors on press and hold the TEMP button for about 15 seconds The mirrors will darken and remain dark until the button is released To turn the mirrors off press and ho...

Page 123: ...sate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight Under certain circumstances as during a long distance cross country trip it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance Compass variance i...

Page 124: ...mirror push forward or rearward on the mirror head Electrochromic Heated Outside Rearview Mirrors The outside rearview mirrors feature auto dimming and defrost modes To turn on the auto dimming featu...

Page 125: ...nger s side and pull the door open Center Overhead Console Your vehicle has an overhead console It has a storage compartment inside it Your vehicle also has a HomeLink transmitter See HomeLinkR Transm...

Page 126: ...riting surface The console has two cupholders and two storage trays for the front passenger and driver to use Your console also has a cupholder that swings down for the rear seat passengers to use The...

Page 127: ...place during sharp turns or quick starts and stops The net is not designed for larger heavier loads It is stored in a pouch attached at the driver s side of the vehicle You can also unhook the net so...

Page 128: ...ade posts into the front most retaining sockets To remove the shade from the vehicle 1 Let the shade go all the way into the holder 2 Push the shade holder toward the passenger s side of the vehicle 3...

Page 129: ...Carrier Your vehicle has a luggage carrier which you can use to load things on top of your vehicle The luggage carrier has slats and side rails attached to the roof and crossrails which can be moved...

Page 130: ...inches 46 cm to 58 cm rearward of the front supports D After moving the crossrails be sure to tighten all the slider screws Your vehicle has a Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL located above the tail...

Page 131: ...self NOTICE Holding a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating can make it overload damaging the lighter and the heating element Just push the lighter all the way in and let go When it...

Page 132: ...assenger s side Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also swing them out to help block glare at the front and side windows The visors have an extender on the inside edge...

Page 133: ...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 and 2...

Page 134: ...icator light begins to flash rapidly after 20 seconds Then release the buttons This procedure initializes the memory and erases any previous settings for all three channels 2 Decide which one of the t...

Page 135: ...fter one or two seconds In this case you should press and re press the button on the hand held transmitter every two seconds without ever releasing the button on the HomeLink transmitter Release both...

Page 136: ...cator light will begin to flash when the motor head unit enters the training mode Note Following this step you have 30 seconds to start Step 3 3 Return to the HomeLink transmitter in your vehicle and...

Page 137: ...uipped OnStar is a vehicle communications service The following services are available through subscription with OnStar and are available 24 hours a day Emergency Services D Automatic Notification of...

Page 138: ...2 70 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 139: ...Rear Window Wiper Washer Switch If Equipped H Audio System I Comfort Control System J Glove Box K Ashtray L Cupholder M Auxiliary Power Outlets N Compact Disc Player O Electric Tailgate Glass Release...

Page 140: ...shown Canada similar Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you have and many other things y...

Page 141: ...then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle...

Page 142: ...icate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warni...

Page 143: ...dy If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the a...

Page 144: ...all your accessories such as the radio and the air conditioner Voltmeter When your engine is not running but the ignition is in the RUN position this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC v...

Page 145: ...d braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you tu...

Page 146: ...e anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a proble...

Page 147: ...o 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 wel...

Page 148: ...auled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on 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...

Page 149: ...to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the...

Page 150: ...dicate the normal operating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problem causing low oil pressure Check your oil as soon as possible CAUTION D...

Page 151: ...dillac dealer Service Four Wheel Drive Warning Light Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic four wheel drive transfer case It has a computer which controls the four wheel drive system This light s...

Page 152: ...h your vehicle It could be a problem with your oil pressure coolant temperature or some other problem Check your various gages to see if they are in the warning zones If they are have your vehicle ser...

Page 153: ...It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tan...

Page 154: ...Conditioning 3 5 Heating 3 5 Ventilation System 3 6 Defogging and Defrosting 3 6 Rear Window Defogger 3 7 Audio Systems 3 7 Setting the Clock 3 8 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 3 12 CD Adapte...

Page 155: ...selected outlet positions This is normal operation for the OFF position Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the relative temperature of the air flowing into the pass...

Page 156: ...so send cooled air to the rear of the vehicle Your vehicle has rear air conditioning without rear heater The controls are located above the front and rear seats The front and rear overhead controls le...

Page 157: ...hen using the air conditioner turn off recirculation after the vehicle reaches a comfortable interior temperature When the right knob on the control panel is between HEATER and DEFROST the recirculati...

Page 158: ...outside air through your vehicle Air will flow through the instrument panel outlets The ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving With the side windows c...

Page 159: ...he use of hood air deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the heating and air conditioning system Defogging and Defrosting On cool humid days use DEFOG to keep the windshield and side wind...

Page 160: ...the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Audio Systems Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if y...

Page 161: ...rn the rear seat audio display off RECALL Display the time with the ignition off by pressing this button When the radio is playing press this button to recall the station frequency SCV Your system has...

Page 162: ...stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select the band 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six pushbuttons The sound will mute When it retu...

Page 163: ...sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 4...

Page 164: ...arding the tape The tape direction arrow will blink during the forward operation AM FM Press this button to switch from a tape to the radio CD TAPE Press this button if you have a tape loaded in the c...

Page 165: ...ressed Rear Seat Audio RSA This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources including AM FM cassette tapes and CDs through the Rear Seat Audio RSA controller...

Page 166: ...up arrow to tune to the next higher station and stay there Press the down arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking The SEEK button is inactive if the A...

Page 167: ...y into the player approximately halfway The disc will automatically be pulled into the player If the radio is off and the ignition is on when a CD is inserted the radio will turn on and begin playing...

Page 168: ...the current track if more than eight seconds have played Press the left arrow again to go to previous tracks Press the right arrow to go to the next higher track on the disc RANDOM Press P SCAN to ent...

Page 169: ...play a compact disc Load the CDs from bottom to top placing the discs in the magazine label side up If you load a disc label side down the disc will not play and an error will occur Repeat this proce...

Page 170: ...t seconds it will go to the beginning of the current selection If you hold or press this button more than once the player will continue moving back through the disc The sound will mute while seeking P...

Page 171: ...ower is removed The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored If ignored the system plays normally and the radio is not protected by the feature If THEFTLOCK is activated your radio will...

Page 172: ...an 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition on LOC will appear on the display 2 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 3 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 4 Pres...

Page 173: ...ons is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the tr...

Page 174: ...irect 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...

Page 175: ...use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show t...

Page 176: ...Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Steering 4 11 Off Road Recovery 4 12 Passing 4 13 Loss of Control 4 14 Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 4 27 Driving at Night 4 28 Driving in R...

Page 177: ...ventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is goi...

Page 178: ...alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive Bu...

Page 179: ...e other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we...

Page 180: ...in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that perso...

Page 181: ...up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with...

Page 182: ...p your brakes If you do 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 ma...

Page 183: ...els is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could Th...

Page 184: ...more effort Speed Sensitive Steering This system varies the amount of steering effort proportionate to your vehicle speed Steering is easier at lower speeds for maneuvering and parking ease As your ve...

Page 185: ...y 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...

Page 186: ...a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder whil...

Page 187: ...dicates 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 g...

Page 188: ...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 c...

Page 189: ...ck to nature Off road driving involves some new skills And that s why it s very important that you read this guide You ll find many driving tips and suggestions These will help make your off road driv...

Page 190: ...in the Index Environmental Concerns Off road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation However it also raises environmental concerns Cadillac recognizes these concerns and urges every of...

Page 191: ...we mean Tune your senses to different kinds of signals Your eyes for example need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds Wi...

Page 192: ...ects later D Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain keep a firm grip on the steering wheel Ruts troughs or other surface features can...

Page 193: ...decide if it s one of those hills that s just too steep to climb descend or cross Steepness can be hard to judge On a very small hill for example there may be a smooth constant incline with only a sm...

Page 194: ...an you need because you don t want your wheels to start spinning or sliding D Try to drive straight up the hill if at all possible If the path twists and turns you might want to find another route CAU...

Page 195: ...ou ll need to restart it With the brake pedal pressed and the parking brake still applied shift the transmission to PARK P and restart the engine Then shift to REVERSE R release the parking brake and...

Page 196: ...and stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill Do not shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL when you leave the vehicle Leave it in some gear CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to...

Page 197: ...not do when driving down a hill A Yes These are important because if you ignore them you could lose control and have a serious accident D When driving downhill avoid turns that take you across the in...

Page 198: ...downhill slide or a rollover D Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicl...

Page 199: ...ng on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you re crossing an incline be sure you and your passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhi...

Page 200: ...tion Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it s very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating A...

Page 201: ...y the ground from under your tires and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over Don t drive through rushing water See Driving Through Water in the Index for more information on driving throug...

Page 202: ...much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these difference...

Page 203: ...is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your...

Page 204: ...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 y...

Page 205: ...it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or ot...

Page 206: ...and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips D Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you...

Page 207: ...e time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just be...

Page 208: ...re there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to lea...

Page 209: ...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...

Page 210: ...in good shape Check all fluid 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...

Page 211: ...b the hill better D Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane...

Page 212: ...now 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 situati...

Page 213: ...fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges S...

Page 214: ...engine to keep warm but be careful CAUTION Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You can t see it...

Page 215: ...f and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the...

Page 216: ...the parking brake 2 Place the transmission in PARK P 3 Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle 4 With the engine running shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive in t...

Page 217: ...icle all occupants fuel and cargo The Certification Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your...

Page 218: ...tcases tools packages or anything else they go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can...

Page 219: ...aler for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Your vehicle may be able to tow a trailer To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read t...

Page 220: ...he first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier lo...

Page 221: ...the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you re using a weight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B If y...

Page 222: ...by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack so you...

Page 223: ...rtain 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 alw...

Page 224: ...ould be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering 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 tree...

Page 225: ...verheating To avoid this let the engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the automatic transmission in PARK P for a few minutes before turning the engine off If you do get the overheat...

Page 226: ...ter Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you D Start your engine D Shift into a gear and D Release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly u...

Page 227: ...4 52 Trailer Wiring Harness Light Duty Wiring Harness Additional Heavy Duty Wiring...

Page 228: ...trailer harness and the other connector to the wiring harness on the trailer Be sure that the wiring harness on the trailer is strapped to the trailer s frame and leave it loose enough so that the wir...

Page 229: ...that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 18 Engine Fan Noise 5 18 If a T...

Page 230: ...down to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers push...

Page 231: ...NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelcoR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or...

Page 232: ...and help save both batteries And it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 4 Open the hoods and locate the b...

Page 233: ...ve will go to positive and negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too CAUT...

Page 234: ...ttery 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative cable Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead...

Page 235: ...he battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably...

Page 236: ...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...

Page 237: ...g 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 o...

Page 238: ...pen the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B If you no longer have the overheat warning you can d...

Page 239: ...re Cap C Engine Fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at or above the COLD mark...

Page 240: ...ant 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 th...

Page 241: ...s 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 proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wron...

Page 242: ...re thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling syste...

Page 243: ...ap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop...

Page 244: ...e up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD mark 5 Put the cap back on t...

Page 245: ...diator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pr...

Page 246: ...If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if yo...

Page 247: ...level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL 4...

Page 248: ...the jack out turn the wing head bolt counterclockwise and take it and the retainer off Take the jack and storage box out and take the tools out of the box Your vehicle may have a pair of emergency glo...

Page 249: ...nd of the jack handle as illustrated with the DOWN marking facing you Insert the other end through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 2 Turn the ratchet counterclockwise to lower the...

Page 250: ...jack A the jack handle extension B the jack handle C the wheel wrench D and the ratchet E The jack handle extension is used if the flat tire is on the rear of the vehicle Attach the jack handle and j...

Page 251: ...arking DOWN Marking One side of the ratchet has an UP marking The other side has a DOWN marking With the UP marking on the ratchet facing you rotate the ratchet clockwise That will lift the jack head...

Page 252: ...oving the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Use the ratchet and wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise with DOWN facing you to loosen the wheel nuts D...

Page 253: ...hock absorber CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported on...

Page 254: ...cle by turning the ratchet and wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit 5 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat ti...

Page 255: ...u 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 studs or nuts If you do...

Page 256: ...vehicle by turning the ratchet and wheel wrench counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 9 Tighten each wheel nut by turning the wheel wrench clockwise 10 Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross seq...

Page 257: ...senger 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 Store the flat tire where the spare tire is...

Page 258: ...5 30 Jacking Tool Storage A Wheel Wrench B Jack Handle C Ratchet D Jacking Tool Storage Box E Jack Handle Extension Jack Storage A Retainer B Nut C Jack D Jack Storage Box E Bracket...

Page 259: ...d through the wheel opening Make sure that the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 3 Attach the ratchet with the UP mark facing you near the hook at the end of the jack handle I...

Page 260: ...In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you don t want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but y...

Page 261: ...heels 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...

Page 262: ...icle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back NOTICE Never use the recovery hooks to...

Page 263: ...il 6 15 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 17 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 21 Rear Axle 6 21 Four Wheel Drive 6 23 Engine Coolant 6 26 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 26 Power Steering Fluid 6 27 Windshield Washer...

Page 264: ...o some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Servic...

Page 265: ...r unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA and endorse...

Page 266: ...occurs return to your authorized Cadillac dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used repairs may not...

Page 267: ...nol Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on d...

Page 268: ...ke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle While...

Page 269: ...g the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can det...

Page 270: ...icle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground D Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be mainta...

Page 271: ...iver s side near the parking brake release Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located just to the passenger s side of the center of the grill Lift the hood B...

Page 272: ...adiator Pressure Cap D Engine Air Cleaner Filter E Air Filter Restriction Indicator F Engine Oil Dipstick G Automatic Transmission Dipstick H Engine Cooling Fan I Engine Oil Fill J Power Steering Flui...

Page 273: ...he engine oil dipstick has a yellow ring handle and is located on the passenger s side of the engine Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t th...

Page 274: ...nough 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 identif...

Page 275: ...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 a...

Page 276: ...f them is true use the long trip highway maintenance schedule Change the oil and filter every 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 12 months whichever occurs first Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine und...

Page 277: ...r cleaner and the engine See Owner Checks and Services in the Maintenance Schedule booklet to determine when to check the indicator If the area inside the clear section of the indicator is green no en...

Page 278: ...little dirt as possible 3 Clean the filter sealing surface of the duct and the filter housing 4 Install the new filter by pushing it all the way to the stop on the duct 5 Install the duct and the fil...

Page 279: ...y get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you re driving Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic tr...

Page 280: ...if you check your transmission fluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving D When outside temperatures are above 90_F 32_C D At high speed for...

Page 281: ...Prepare your vehicle as follows D Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running D With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P D With your foot on the brake pedal move t...

Page 282: ...ter checking the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a h...

Page 283: ...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 determine what kind of lubric...

Page 284: ...nce Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule booklet Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance...

Page 285: ...e following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable wate...

Page 286: ...ngine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTI...

Page 287: ...cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Ne...

Page 288: ...eating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power ste...

Page 289: ...to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule booklet Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and...

Page 290: ...is completely full D Don t use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here It is fill...

Page 291: ...gh You or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check you...

Page 292: ...ake 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...

Page 293: ...tors but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected immediately Also the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rot...

Page 294: ...en parked for awhile inspect the surface under the vehicle for water oil fuel or other fluids Water dripping from the air conditioning system after it has been used is normal If you notice fuel leaks...

Page 295: ...Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps 1 Remove the parking turn signal assembly as described under Parking Turn Signal Lamps following this procedure The parking t...

Page 296: ...cle Install and tighten the two bolts 11 Install the two turn signal bulb sockets and the sidemarker bulb socket into the parking turn signal bulb assembly 12 Install the parking turn signal assembly...

Page 297: ...turn the socket clockwise until it is tight 5 Install the parking turn signal lamp assembly by sliding it from the side of the vehicle toward the center until the tabs fully engage the grille 6 Insta...

Page 298: ...ousing and turn it clockwise one quarter of a turn Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL The individual bulbs in the CHMSL are not replaceable See your dealer for assistance Rear Lamps 1 Open the tailgat...

Page 299: ...magnetic screwdriver when installing the screws 9 Close the tailgate Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking See Wip...

Page 300: ...ained 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...

Page 301: ...typical reduced load are printed on the Improved Ride Tire Pressure label located on the driver s door Weigh the vehicle to find the load on each tire and see the label for the minimum cold inflation...

Page 302: ...aged tires or wheels See When It s Time for New Tires and Wheel Replacement later in this section for more information Make sure the spare tire is secured properly Push pull and then try to rotate or...

Page 303: ...ed to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will ap...

Page 304: ...ason tread design the TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rat...

Page 305: ...ards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 15...

Page 306: ...er separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give...

Page 307: ...collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling...

Page 308: ...the rear tires Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous...

Page 309: ...Capture Non Solvent Dry Spot and Soil Remover for cleaning fabric and carpet They will clean normal spots and stains very well You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearanc...

Page 310: ...ather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water...

Page 311: ...e of the rear window an electric defogger element may be damaged Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades...

Page 312: ...dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowe...

Page 313: ...ior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster Washing with water is all that is usually needed However you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless ste...

Page 314: ...hicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Origina...

Page 315: ...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 che...

Page 316: ...er and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with water 105293...

Page 317: ...d the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Se...

Page 318: ...ses to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to h...

Page 319: ...erage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can Instrument...

Page 320: ...Switch Keyless Entry Low Coolant Module Illuminated Entry Module 5 Rear Comfort Controls 6 Cruise Control 7 Auxiliary Power Outlet 8 Crank 9 License Lamp Parking Lamps Taillamps Tailgate Lamps Front...

Page 321: ...mps Anti lock Shift Brake Control Solenoid 17 Radio Ignition 18 4WAL VCM ABS Cruise Control 19 Radio Battery Fuse Circuit Breaker Usage 20 PRNDL Automatic Transmission Speedometer Check Gages Warning...

Page 322: ...lock You can remove fuses with a fuse extractor The fuse extractor is mounted to the interior fuse block To remove fuses if you don t have a fuse extractor hold the end of the fuse between your thumb...

Page 323: ...tion Switch EGR Canister Purge EVRV Idle Coast Solenoid Heated O2 HTD ST RR Heated Rear Seats AUX B Trailer Wiring Name Circuits Protected AUX A SEO Wiring LIGHTING Headlamp and Panel Dimmer Switch Fo...

Page 324: ...12 8V WATTS QTY HEADLAMPS Low Beam 9006 HB4 55 2 High Beam 9005 HB3 65 2 LAMP OR BULB TRADE NO QTY EXTERIOR Front Marker Lamp 194 2 Front Parking and Turn Lamp 2357NA 4 Rear Parking Lamp 3057 2 Rear...

Page 325: ...K 1500 6 bolts 14 mm 140 lb ft 190 N m Tire Pressure See the Certification Tire label on the rear edge of the driver s door Cooling System Capacity Approximate After refill the level must be rechecked...

Page 326: ...was built or if you have any questions please contact your Cadillac dealer Engine VORTEC 5700 V8 VIN R Oil Filter AC Type PF52 Engine Air Cleaner Filter AC Type A1300C Spark Plugs AC Type 41 932 Engin...

Page 327: ...Telephone TTY Users 7 4 Customer Assistance Offices 7 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Service 7 7 Roadside Service for the Hearing or Speech Impaired 7 8 Courtesy Tra...

Page 328: ...the owner of the dealership or the general manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help con...

Page 329: ...mal dispute resolution program prior to filing any court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in...

Page 330: ...ntre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 882 1112 All Overseas L...

Page 331: ...eriod of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease See your dealer for more details or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 GM of Ca...

Page 332: ...ered situation and for a nominal charge if the Cadillac is no longer under warranty Roadside Service is available only in the United States and Canada Cadillac Owner Privilegest Roadside Service provi...

Page 333: ...Dial the toll free Roadside Service number 1 800 882 1112 An experienced Roadside Service Advisor will assist you and request the following information D A description of the problem D Name home addr...

Page 334: ...ed If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work...

Page 335: ...rtesy rental Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper to Bumper warranty coverage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate...

Page 336: ...se injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an in...

Page 337: ...inly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 458 8006 or write Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 436004 Pontiac MI 48343 6004 In Canada please call us at 1...

Page 338: ...lications are written directly for Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle Owner s Manual RETAIL SELL PRICE 15 00 CURRENT PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publicat...

Page 339: ...dress for quotation 2000 120 00 2000 50 00 2000 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax See Note Below GM CAD ORD99 Prices are s...

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