Cadillac - Eldorado - Owners Manual - 1948 - 1948

I DEVILLE R OWNER'S LCTERATURE PENALTY O F LEADERSHIP CCad;llac M o t o r C a r Co. Detmit. Mich.) THIS TEXT APPEARED AS AN ADVERTISEMENT IN THE SATURDAY EVENING POST 7 JANUARY ZND. IN THE YEAR 1915 1COPYRIGHT. CADILLAC MOTOR CAR DIVISION a Few automobiles are fortunate enough to have the rich heritage that is Cadillace The name Cadiflac is appropriately that of Antoine de La Mothe Cadillac, the French military commander who founded the city of Detroit in 1701. What better name for the oldest automobile manufacturer in Detroit. Henry M. Leland, known as the Club of England awarded the pres- master of precision, initiated his precision manufacturing techniques at to Cadillac twice . . . the founding of Cadillac first in 1908 for achieving in 1902. His exacting perfect interchangeability standards prompted the of parts and again in 1912 motto by which Cadillac for introducing the elec- has been guided over the tric self starter, electric years - “Craftsmanship lighting and ignition A Creed - Accuracy A system. Law.” The introduction of the first four cylinder en- Cadillac is the only American manufacturer winto this honor and the gine in 1905 ledtheindustryand only manufacturer in the worldtowin enabled Cadillacs to travel at speeds it twice. As commonplace as stan- up to 50 mph. dardized parts are today,in 1908 parts For attention to quality and innovation, the Royal Automobile were still individually hand fitted both in production and service. -. I i . Jtandardization opened the eyes of the industrial world and was the corner-sone of modern production. From this achievement d evolved the reference to Cadillac as “Standard of the World:’ In 1909 Cadillac was purchased by the then new General Motors Corporation. Convenience, cleanliness and all-weather comfort were greatly enhanced in 1910 when Cad- 45 O V-16 Engine illac became the first manufacturer service policy, security plate glass, to offer closed bodies as standard chrome plating and the first car to equipment. be designed by a stylist (1927 La- “The Penalty of Leadership” first appeared in the January 2, 1915 Salle/Harley Earl). The ’30s wit- issue of The Saturdav Evening. Post nessed production of the smooth and quiet V12 and as an expression of the Cadillac com- The crisp, contemporary lines or the mitment to leadership, quality, and 1938 60 Special series ushered in a innovation. It is widely regarded as new era in styling. one of the finest documents ever During World War 11, shortly written and was published following after Pearl Harbor, Cadillac discon- the introduction of the first produc- tinued car production for the first tion V8 engine. The V8 was stan- time since 1902 in order to construct dard in all 1915 model Cadillacs. light tanks, combat vehicles and Many Cadillac “firsts” have fol- internal parts for Allison V 1710 en- lowed over the years, including the gines. Two Cadillac V8 engines and synchro-mech clashless transmis- Hydra-Matic transmissions were sion, a nation-wide comprehensive used in each tank. - I- For the 1948 model, Cadillac introduced the 7 L stainless steel roof and low profile tires. which set the trend in automotive and the modern overhead valve, The Eldorado,I i n t r o d u c e d i n 1953, was redesigned for 1967 as the first front wheel drive personal luxury car. The 472 cu. in. V8 engine high compression V8 engine used in all Cadillacs in 1968 and styling for nearly two decades. This was followed by the 1949 model with the two door hardtop CoupeDeVille veniences and styling dominated the 1969 was enlarged to 500 cu. in. for all 1970 Eldorados. '50s and '60s. Cruise control, auto- An Air Cushion Restraint Sys- Engineering innovations, con- matic climate control, tilt and telescoping steering wheels, twilight sentinel and four door hard tops all tem (airbag) was available for 1974, 1975 and 1976 Cadillacs. Analog Electronic Fuel Injec- debuted in these years. In 1957 the tion was available, on 1975 Cadillacs Eldorado Brougham featured ad- and was standard on the new inter- vances such as air suspension, mem- national size1976 Seville. In 1978, ory seat, automatic electric door the Trip Computer option incor- locks, transistor radio, a brushed porated an on-board microprocessor. 1 ' " 1 L A 1993 Cadillac AllantC in stock technical configuration, was selected as the pace car for the 76th Indianapolis 500. The demanding pace car performance and handling requirements were met because of such advanced systems as the 32 valve, dual overhead camshaft, Northstar This rich tradition continues into the '90s as Cadillac became the first automobile manufacturer to be awarded the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award. 4.6 liter V8 engine, 4t80 E electronically controlled automatic transaxle, road sensing suspension, speed sensitive steering, anrilock brakes and traction control. The 1992 Seville STS is the first car ever to win all three major automotive awards: Car of the Year, Motor Trend; Ten Best List, Car & Driver; Car of the Year, Automobile Magazine. For more than nine decades Cadillac has been a leader in quality and technical innovation. Now more than ever, substance takes shape f I I r r 1931 CADILLAC V-12 . . I 0 a n This Cadillac Manual is divided into major sections. - Introduction - How to use this Manual ..................... 1m This section tells you how to use your Manual and includes Safety and Vehicle Damage Warnings and Symbols Section 1 - Seats and Safety Belts ......................... ‘ This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. Section 2 - Features and Controls ........................ 58 This section explains how to start and operate your Cadillac. Section 3 = Comfort Controls and Audio Systems .......... 137 This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operateyour Sound System. Section 4 - Your Driving and the Road ................... 166 Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under differentconditions. Section 5 - Problems on the Road ....................... 224 This section tells you what to doif you have a problem while driving,such as a flat tire,or engine overheating. Section 6 - Service and Appearance Care ................. 260 Here themanual tells you how to keepyour Cadillac running properly and looking good. For more information on “Reporting Safety Defects”, see Owner Assistance, Page 6. Second Edition a THE 1993 DE VILLE LITERATURE I I Please keep this literature in your Cadillac, so it will be thereif you ever need it when you’reon theroad. If you sell the vehicle, please leavethis book in it so the new owner can use it. FOR CmmW O W E R S WHO PREFER A FRENCH LANGUAGE MANU%!,: Aux proprietaires canadiens: Vous pouvez vousprocurer unexemplaire de ce guide en franqais chez votre concessionaire ou au DGN Marketing Services Ltd., 1500 Bonhill Rd., Mississauga, Ontario L5T lC7. This literatureincludes the latest information at thetime it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without furthernotice. For vehicles first sold inCanada, substitute the name “General Motorsof Canada Limited’’ for Cadillac Motor Car Division whenever it appears in this literature. GENERAL MOTORS, GM and theGM Emblem, CADILLAC, and the CADILLAC Emblem are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. 0 Copyright General Motors Corporation 1992. All Rights Reserved. ~- - HOW TO USE THISMANUAL Many people read theirowner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. This will help you learn about the features and controls foryour vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly. INDEX A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of the manual. It’s an alphabetical list of all that’s in the manual, and the page number where you’ll find it. SAFETY W M I N G S AND SylMBOLS You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use yellow and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. ’ A CAUTION: These mean thereis something that could hurt you or other people. In the yellow caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do tohelp avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you don’t, you or others could be hurt. You will also find a red circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Don’t,” “Don’t do this,” or “Don’t let thishappen.” 1 I Khicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these blue notices: In theblue notice area,we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Manytimes, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the noticewill tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read othermanuals, you mightsee CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. In this manual, we’ve used the familiar words and colors that Cadillac has used for years. You’ll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same colors, and the words CAUTION or NOTICE. 2 - Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols youwill find on your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used on anoriginal battery: I AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES BATTERY __ ~ CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS SPARK OR FLAME EXPLODE These symbols are important foryou and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven: I DOOR LOCK UNLOCK 6 IU FASTEN SEAT BELTS 3 POWER WINDOW These symbols have to do with your lights: n MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH I A HAZARD WARNING FLASHER I TURN SIGNALS PARKING LIGHTS $0 ~~ LIGHTS OR HIGH BEAM 1 FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls: Q WINDSHIELD WIPER & WASHER - WINDSHIELD WASHER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER VENTILATING FAN HEADLAMP WASHER WIPER .~ REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER I *. 1 These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: BAlTERY CHARGING SYSTEM ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE I 93 FUEL I r 3 BRAKE ENGINEOIL PRESSURE ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE U ANTILOCK BRAKE Here are some other symbols you may see: mUE RADIO VOLUME RADIO SELECTOR CONDITIONING t TRUNK HATCHBACK RELEASE U LIGHTER 5 I SPEAKER SEATS AND SAFETY BELTS Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Cadillac, your Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (“airbag”) system and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things youshould not do with safety belts. SEATS AND SEAT CONTROLS This section tells you about theseats -- how to adjust them, andalso about reclining front seatbacks, seatback latches, and headrestraints. Power Seat The control is located on the front door arm rest. The fronttilt switch makes the front of the seat go up anddown. 0 The rear tilt switch makes the back of the seatgo up and down. 0 Moving the center control switch .. . ... ... makes the whole seat go up and ,. down or forward and rearward. , . ’ .. , , ,. : ’ L 6 I Reclining Front Seawack(s) 1 I To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer sideof the seat and move the seatback to where vouwantit. Release &e lever to lock the seatback. Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position. If you have a Touring Sedan, it works with a switch, here: Move the switch forward to raise the seat back and rearward to recline the seatback. But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. 7 II I A CAUTION: I 'I Sitting ina reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can't do their job when you're reclined like this. I .-. I The shoulder belt can't do its job because it won't be against your body. Instead, it wilt be in front of you. Pn a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. I - The lap belt can't do its jobeither. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would bethere, not at = your pelvicabones. This could cause seriousinternal injuries. For proper protectionwhen the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat andwear your safety belt p perly. 8 I- Head Restraints Slide the head restraint UD or down so that the to’p of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in acrash Front Seatback Latches (Two-Door Models) The frontseatback folds forward to let peopleget into the back seat. Your seatback will move backand forthfreely, unless youcome to a sudden stop. Thenit will lock in place. There’s one time the seatback may not fold without some help fromyou. That’s if your vehicle is parked going down a fairlysteep hill. 9 To fold a front seatback forward, push the seatbacktoward the rearas you lift this latch. Then theseatback will fold forward. The latch must be down for the seatto work properly. SAFETYBELTS: THEY’RE FOR EVERYONE This part of the manual tells you how to use safetybelts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belt. And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint, or “air bag” system. I I CAUTION: Don% letanyone ride where they can’twear a safety belt properly. If you are irr a crash and you’re not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You c%nhit things inside the vehicleor be ejected from it. You can be seriously inijared or killed. In the same crash, you might not be ifyou are buckled up. Always fasten your safety belt, and check that your passenge--’ belts are fastened properly too. 10 I - This figure lights up when you turn the key to “Run” or “Start” when your safety belt isn’t buckled, and you’ll hear a chime, too. It’s the reminder to buckle up. In many states and Canadianprovinces, the law saysto 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 very mild.In them, you won’tget hurt even if you’re not buckled up. And some crashes can be so serious, like being hit by a train, that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away. Without belts they could be badly hurt or killed. After 25 years of safety belts in vehicles,the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter... a lot! 11 .. Y why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. For example, if the bike is going 10 mph (16 kmih), so is the child. !- 12 When the bikehits the block, it stops. But the child keeps going! I . :' , 1 ITake the simplest "vehicle." Suppose it's just a seat on wheels. I 13 I Put someone on it. L Get it up to speed. Then stopthe “vehicle.” The rider doesn’t stop. -- The person keeps going until stopped by something. I In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... or the instrument panel ... or thesafety belts! With safety belts, you slow downas the vehicle does. You get moretime to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. HERE ARE QUESTIONS “VYPEOPLE ASKABOUT SAFETYBELTS ==ANDTHE ANSWERS Q: Won’tI be trapped in the vehicle afier an accidentifI’m wearing a safety belt? A: - - You could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can easily unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down. And your chance of being conscious during and afteran accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted. - - : Why don’t theyjust put in air bags so people won’t have to wear safety belts? A: ‘Rir bags,” or Supplemental Inflatable Restraint systems, are in some vehicles today and will be in more of them in the future.But they are supplemental systems only -- 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 toget the most protection. That’s true notonly infrontal collisions, but especially in side and other collisions. - Q: If I’m a good driver, and I never drivefar @om home,why should I wear safety belts? A: You may be anexcellent driver, but if you’re in an accident -- even one thatisn’t your fault -- you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. And the greatest number of serious injuries and deathsoccur at speeds of less than 40 mph (65 km/h). Safety belts are for everyone. - Safety Belt Reminder Light __ When the key is turned to “Run” or “Start,” a light will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten theirsafety belts. Unless the driver’s safety belt is buckled, a chime will also sound. 17 HOW TO W E m SAFETYBELTS PROPEEY Adults This section is only for peopleof adult size. A CAUTION: There are special thingsto know about safety beltsand children. And there are different rules for babies and smaller children. If a child will be riding in your Cadillac, see the section after this one, called ‘Thildren.’’ Follow those rules for everyone’s protection. First, you’ll want to know whichrestraint systems your vehiclehas. We’ll start with the driver position. DRIVER POSITION This section 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 seehow, see “Seats”in the Index) so you can sit up straight. 19 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into thebuckle un,til it clicks. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender’’ at the endof this section. Make sure the releasebutton on the buckle faces upward or outward so you would be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to. 20 P The lap partof the beltshould be worn low and snug on thehips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to thestrong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likelyto slide under the lapbelt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force atyour abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder beltshould go over the shoulder and across the chest. These partsof the body are best ableto take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stopor crash. Shoulder Belt TightnessAdjustment (Sedan De Ville) Your Sedan De Ville has a shoulder belt tightness adjustment feature. If the shoulder beltseems too tight, you can adjust it like this: . Sit well back in the seat 2. Start pulling the shoulder belt out. I - U 22 - 4. Let the belt go back all the way. You should hear a slight clicking sound. If you don’t, the adjustment feature won’t set, andyou’ll have to startagain. i 5. Now you can add a small amount of slack. Lean forward slightly, then sit back. If you’ve added more than 1inch (25 mm) of slack, pull the shoulder belt out as you did before and start again. If you move around in the vehicle enough, or if you pull out theshoulder belt, thebelt will become tight again. If this happens, you can reset it. Q: What’s wrong with this? 1 I A: I The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly asmuch protection this way. I A CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder beltis too loose.In a crash you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. Don’t allow more than1 inch (25 mm) of slack in SedanDe Ville models. l - CL - 24 1 - Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. I A CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, thebelt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, notat the pelvic bones. This could cause seriousinternal injuries. Always buckle your belt into thebuckle nearest you. 25 Q: What’s wrong with this? n A: The shoulder belt is worn under thearm. It should be worn over the shoulder atall times. I I - A CAUTION: 1 You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulderbelt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move toofar 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. 26 r i I , - Q: What’s wrong with this? A: - - 3 A CAUTION: e - The belt is twisted across the body. 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 Pix it. 27 To unlatch the belt, just push the button on thebuckle. The belt should go back out of the way. I IBefore you closethe door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the dooron it, you can damage both thebelt and your vehicle. SUPPLEMENT& INFLATDLE R E S T M N T SYSTEM (AIR BAG) l This section explains the driver's Supplemental Inflatable Restraint(SIR) system, commonlyreferred to as an air bag. Here are themost important things to know: I A CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If yoii’re too closeto an inflating air bag, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts helpkeep you in position for an airbag inflation ina crash. Always wear your safety belt, even withan air bag, and sit as far back as you can while still maintaining control of your vehicle, .- - Air Bag System Light There is an air bag readiness light on theinstrument panel, which shows “Inflatable Restraint”.The system checks itself and the light tells you if there is a problem. You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to “Run” or “Start.” Then thelight should go out, which means thesystem is ready. A CAUTION: If the air bag readiness lightdoesn’t come on when you start your vehicle, or stays on, or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. 29 How The Air Bag System Works Where is the air bag? The driver's air bag is in the middle of the steeringwheel. When is an air bag expected to inflate? The air bag is designedto inflate in moderate to severe frontalor near-frontal crashes.The air bagwill only inflate if the velocity of the impact is above the designed threshold level. When impacting straight into a wall that does not moveor deform, the threshold level for most GM vehicles is between 9 and 14 mph (14 and 23 km/h). However, this velocity threshold depends on the vehicle design and may be several miles-per-hour fasteror slower. In addition, this threshold velocitywill be considerably higherif the vehicle strikes an object suchas a parked car which will move and deform on impact. The air bag is also not designedto inflate in rollovers, side impacts, or rear impacts wherethe inflation would provide no occupant protection benefit. In any particular crash, the determination of whether the air bag should have inflated cannot be based solelyon thelevel of damage on the vehicle(s). Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and the vehicle's deceleration, of which vehicle damage is only one indication. Repair cost is not a good indicator of whether an air bag should have deployed. c _ - What makes an air bag inflate? In a frontal impact of sufficient severity, sensors strategically located on the vehicle detect that thevehicle is suddenly stopping as a result of a crash. These sensors complete an electrical circuit, triggering a chemical reaction of the sodium azide sealed in the inflator.The reaction produces nitrogen gas, which inflates the clothbag. The inflator, cloth bag, and - related hardware are all part of the air bag inflator module packed inside the steering wheel. How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steeringwheel. The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the forceof the - impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually. But air bags would not provide protection in many types of collisions, including rollovers and rearand side impacts, primarily because an occupant’s motion is not toward the airbag. Air __ bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belt protection in moderate tosevere frontal and near-frontal collisions. What will you see after an air bag inflation? - -. After the airbag has inflated, it will then quickly deflate. This occurs so __ quickly that some people may not even realize that the air bag inflated. The air bag will not impede the driver’s visionor ability to steerthe vehicle, nor will it hinder the occupants from exiting the vehicle. There __ will be small amounts of smoke coming from vents in the deflated air bag. Some componentsof the airbag module in the steeringwheel hub may of the bag that comes into contact be hot for a short time, but the portion with you willnot be hot to thetouch. The nitrogen gas used to inflate the __ air bag will have vented into thepassenger compartment, and the bag will be deflatedwithin seconds after the collision. Nitrogen makes up about 80% of the air we breathe and is not hazardous. As the nitrogen vents - from the bag, small particles are also vented into the passenger compartment. 31 @ Don’t attach anything to thesteering wheel pad. It might injure thedriver if the airbag inflates. The air bag is designed to inflate only once. After it inflates, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system. Ifyou don’t get them, the airbag system won’t be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include the air bag module and possibly other parts.The service manual has information about theneed to replaceother parts. L ‘L d Let only qualified technicians work on yourair bag system. Improper service can mean that your air bag system won’t work properly. Seeyour dealerfor sewice. Sewicing Your Cadillac with the Air Bag System Please tell or remind anyone who works on your Cadillac that it has the air bag system. There are partsof the airbag system inseveral places around your vehicle. You don’t want the system to inflatewhile someone is working on your vehicle. The air bagsystem does not need regular maintenance. Your Cadillac dealer and the 1993 Cadillac Service Manual have information about theair bag system, including repair or disposal. A CAUTION: For upto 2 minutes after the ignition key is turned off and the battery disconnected, an air bag can still inflate during improper service. You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates. Be sure to follow the proper service procedures. When electrical work is done under the hood or inside your vehicle, the ignition should be in “Lock” if possible. c) - . L I - Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape, or yellow connectors. They are probably part of the air bag system. But if the ignition has to be on for electrical work, or if the steering column is to be disassembled, the air bag system must be disconnected. To do this: 0 Turn off the ignition. I _ _- ~ I__ - I _ 0 Remove the SIR (airbag) fuse. (See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index.) 0 Disconnect the yellow connector at the base of the steering column. When the work is complete, if the airbag system wasdisconnected, be sure to reattach everything and replace the fuse before turning the ignition on. When you turn the ignition key on, be sure you see the air bag readiness light on the instrument panel.If you don’t see this light flash and then go out as usual, have your air bag system repaired. SAFETYBELT USE DUMNG 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 throughout the pregnancy. 33 . .I . 1, ’ - The best way to protect thefett1s is to motect themother. Wh en a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetuswon’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safetybelts effective is wearing them properly. RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER POSITION The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt. See“Driver Position,’’ earlier in this part. When the lap portion of the belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, letit go back allthe way and start again. If your vehicle has a center passenger position, be Be sure touse the correct buckle when bucklingyour lap-shoulder belt. If you find that the latch plate will not go fully into thebuckle, see if you are using the buckle for the centerpassenger position. 34 - - - - L_ CENTER PASSENGER POSITION __ Lap Belt If your vehicle has front and rear bench seats, someone can sit in the center positions. When you sit in a 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 belt. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at theend of this section. Make sure the releasebutton on the buckle faces upward or outward so you would be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to. REAR SEAT PASSENGERS It’s veryimportant for rear seatpassengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seatare hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike othersin the vehicle whoare wearing safety belts. 36 - Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next to thewindows havelap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. I __ 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. When the lap beltis pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, letit go back all the way and start again. If the beltis not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release buttonon thebuckle faces upward or outward so you wouldbe able to unbuckle it quicklyif you ever had to. 37 n n The lap partof 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 likelyto slide under the lapbelt. If you slid under it, the belt would applyforce atyour abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These partsof the body are best able to take belt restrainingforces. The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash. I A 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. jhoul- r beltshould fit against bucr r, 38 1 r To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. . 1 r r CHILDREN r 39 Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants andall children smaller than adult size. In fact, thelaw in everystate and Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. Smaller Children and Babies A CAUTION: 0 Smaller childrenand babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint. The instructionsfor the restraint will say whether it isthe righttype and size for yourchild. A very young child’s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips, as it should. Instead, thebeltwill likely be over the child’s abdomen..In 01 crash thebelt would apply force right on the child’s abdomen, which could cause seriousor fatal injuries. So, be sure thatany child smallenough for one is always properly restrained ina child or infant restraint. A CAUTION Never hold ababy in your arms while riding ina vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much-- until a crash. Duringa crash a baby will become so heavy you can’t hold it.For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a l2-pound (5.5 kg)baby will suddenly become a 240-pound (110 kg)force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. CAUTION (Contin1 40 ” c- CAUTION: (Continued) A -- I L Secure the baby in an infal traint. I CHILD R E S T U N T S Be sure tofollow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraintitself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system inyour vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraintto help reduce the chance of personal injury. The instructions thatcome with the infant or child restraint will show you how to do that. where toPut the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrainedin the rear rather than the front seat. We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rearseat unless the child isan infantand you’re the only adult in the vehicle. In thatcase, you might want to secure the restraintin the front seat where you can keep an eye on thebaby. Wherever you install it, be sureto secure the child restraint properly. r .-. 11 1 A l CAUTION: - An unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure peoplein the vehicle. Be sureto properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle -- even when no child is in it. . 42 I - Top Strap If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. If you need to have an anchorinstalled, you can ask your Cadillac dealer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchoryourself, your dealer can tell you how to do it. Vehicles first sold in Canada have childrestraint anchor bracket hardware in the glove box, along with instructions forinstalling it. This should be used only with a child restraint, and only to secure a child restraint at the center rear seating position. Additional anchor brackets for child restraints at oneor both of the rear outside seating positions are available at Cadillac dealerships in Canada. 43 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Position You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earliersection about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 7 1. Put the restraint onthe seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 3. Pull out the vehicle’s safety belt and run the lap partthrough or around the restraint.The child restraint instructions will show you how. See if the shoulder belt would go in front of the child’s face or neck. If so, put it behind the child restraint. 44 - 4. Buckle the belt. Make surethe release button faces upward or outward, so you'll be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever need to. 45 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. -. 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 anadult or larger child passenger. - Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position - When you secure a child restraint in a center seatingposition, you’ll be using the lap belt. See the earliersection about the top strapif the child restraint has one. 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. P I - 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructionssay. 47 4. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint.The child restraint instructions will show you how. r 5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button faces upward or outward, so you’ll be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever need to. .I 6. TOtighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. If the child restraint isn’t secure, turn the latch plate over and buckle it again. Then see if it is secure. If it isn’t, secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice. To remove the child restraint, justunbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. - . 48 - . 7 Securing a Child Restraint in me Right Front Seat You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier secrlon aDout the top strap if the child restraint hasone. ~- 1. Put the restraint onthe seat. Follow the instructions for thechild restraint. 2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructionssay. 3. Pull out thevehicle’s safety belt and run the lap partthrough or around the restraint.The child restraint instructionswill show you how. See if the shoulder beltwould go in front of the child’s face or neck. If so, put it behind the child restraint. 49 4. Buckle the belt. Make surethe release button faces upward or outward, so you’ll be able tounbuckle it quickly if you ever need to. 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. n 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. - - To remove the child restraint, justunbuckle the vehicle's safetybelt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and beready to work for an adult or largerchild passenger. 51 Larger Children 7 L Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Accident statistics show that children are saferif they are restrained in the rear seat.But they need to use the safety belts properly. 52 . - Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. 0 53 Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are. A CALJ ION: I Nev I - do this. -I ~ - Here two children are wearing the same belt. The beltcan’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, thetwo children canbecrushedtogether and seriously injured. A belt must be ur -iby only one person at a time. Q: What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulderbelt, but thechild is so small that theshoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? A: l P 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 body would havethe restraint thatbelts provide. If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still veryclose to thechild’s face or neck, you might want to place the child in the center seat position, the one thathas only a lapbelt. I - ’ A CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that hasa lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder partis behind the child. If the child wears the belt in thisway, in a crash the childmight slide under thebelt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. T’ It <: dd cause serious or fatal injuries. Wherever the child sits, the lap portionof the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to thechild’s pelvicbones in a crash. - SAFETYBELT EXTENDER - If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten aroundyou, you should use it. The automatic lap-shoulder belt has plenty of extra length built in, so it will fasten around almost all people. 55 But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten,your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extenderwill be long enough for you. The extender will be just foryou, and just forthe seat in your vehiclethat you choose. Don’t let someone else use it, and use it only for the seatit is made tofit. To wear it, just attachit to theregular safety belt. CHECKING YOUR R E S T M N T SYSTEMS Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latchplates, retractors, anchorages and remindersystems are working properly. Look for any loose parts ordamage. If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from doing its job, have it repaired. REPLACING SAFETYBELTSAFTER A CRASH If you’ve had acrash, do you need new belts? After avery minor collision, nothing may be necessary. Butif the belts were stretched, as they would beif worn during a moresevere crash, then you need new belts. If belts are cut ordamaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will have to have safetybelt parts, like the retractor, replaced or anchoragelocations repaired -- even if the belt wasn’t being usedat the time of the collision. If your seat adjusterwon’t workafter acrash, the special part of the safety belt that goes through the seatto the adjustermay need to be replaced. 56 7 Q: What’s wrong withthis? A: The belt is torn. CAUTION: Tom or frayed belts may not protectyou in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away. 57 FEATURES AND CONTROLS Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Cadillac, and informationon starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are theinstrument panel andthe warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem. KEYS A CAUTION 0 . Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is &mgemus for many I T ~ S ~ R SA. child or others could be badly injured or &en killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehiclemove. If they turned the ignition to ‘‘ON’9and moved the shifi lever out of 6rP”(Park), that would releasi the parking brake. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with young children. C a I - - 01 0 The square keys are for theignition only. The round keys are for the doors and all other locks. I When a new Cadillac is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs from the keys, and gives them to the first owner. ~- Each plug has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep the plugs in a safe place. If you lose your keys, you'llbe ableto have new ones made easily using these plugs. If your ignition keys don't have plugs, go to your Cadillac dealer for the correct key code if you need a new ignition key. DOOR LOCKS I A CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. -- Passengers especially children -- can easily open the doors and fall out.When a dooris locked, theinsidehandle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow downor stop your vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’tlocked. Wear safety belts properly, lock your doors, and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle. 60 I I There are several ways to lock and unlock yourvehicle: c _ r- If your vehiclehas a theft deterrentsystem and it is armed, unlock the doors only with the key or Keyless Entry System. This will avoid setting off the alarm. From the inside: To lock the door, slide the lock lever down to the 1 “LOCK” position. To unlock the door, slide the lever up. 61 Power Door Locks Push the lower part of the switch marked “LOCK” to lock all the doors at once. Push the upper partof the switch to unlock all the doors. I On four-doormodels, the switch on each rear door locks all the doors. It won’t unlock anyof the doors-- that’s a safety feature. Automatic Door Locks Just close your doors, turn onthe ignition. Every timeyou move your shift lever out of “P” (Park) all of the doors will lock. And, every time you stop and move your shift leverinto “P77(Park), your doors will unlock. If someone needsto get outwhile you’renot in “P7’ (Park),have that person use the manualor power lock.When the dooris closed again, it will not lock automatically. Just use the manual or power lock to lock the door again. 62 7 . - Rear Door Security Lock Your Cadillac is equipped with rear door security locks that helpprevent passengers from opening the rear doorsof your car from the inside. To _use one of these locks: 1. Move the lever on r: the door all the way down. f I I SET LEVER O N OTHER REAR DOOR ALSO. -- - 2. Close the door. 3. Do the same thing to the otherrear door lock. The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be openedfrom inside when this feature is in use. If you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on: - 1. Unlock the door from the inside. 2. Then open the doorfrom the outside. If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adultsor olaerchildren who ride in the rear won’t be able to open the rear doorfrom the inside. You should let adultsand older children know how these security locks work, and how to cancel the locks. To cancel the rear doorlock: 1. Unlock the doorfrom the inside and open the doorfrom the outside. 2. Move the lever all the way up. 3. Do the same forthe other rear door. The rear door locks will nowwork normally. - Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your door and set the locks from inside. Then get out and close the door. If your vehicle has a theft deterrentsystem, see “Theft Deterrent”in the Index. Central Door Unlocking System You can unlock all yourdoors from eitherdoor by holding the key in the unlock position for afew seconds. - You can also unlock your doors from the trunk by pushing this button. I If your Cadillac has the Security Packageoption, you willnot beable to unlock your doors from the trunk. Illuminated Entry System (Option) When you push the door handle button,you’ll get a light around the door lock cylinder. You’ll be able to seewhere to put the doorkey when it’sdark. And the lights inside your Cadillac will go on. They’ll go off when you start your engine, or when 20 seconds have passed. KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (OPTION) If your Cadillac has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the key chain transmitter suppliedwith your vehicle. Your Keyless Entry System operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1)This device may not causeharmful interference, and ( 2 ) This device must accept any interference received, including interference thatmay cause undesired operation. Should interference to this system occur, try this: 0 Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the instructions on battery replacement. 0 Check the distance. You may be too farfrom your vehicle. This product has a maximum range. 0 Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. See your Cadillac dealer or a qualified technician for service. Changes or modifications to this system by other than anauthorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. Operation The driver’s door will unlock automatically when “UNLOCK” is pressed. If “UNLOCK” is pressed twice, all doors will unlock. All doors will lock when “DOOR” is pressed. The trunk will unlock when the opened trunk symbol ispressed. The Keyless Entry System allowsa transmitter tobe matched to as many different vehicles as you own withthis system. Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched to it. The transmitter will arm the Theft Deterrent System whenever the doors are closed and you push the DOOR button. Itwill disarm the system when you push the UNLOCK button. If your Cadillac is equipped with the Illuminated Entry System, you can make it work by pushing any button on the transmitter. The lights will stay on for20 seconds. P- , . Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmittermom unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring the remaining transmitter with you when yougo to your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter toyour vehicle, the remaining transmitter must also be matched. Once thenew transmitter is coded, the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. - - - n r r f f L You can match a transmitter to as manydifferent vehicles as you own, provided they are equipped with exactlythe samemodel svstem. (General Motors offers several different models of these systems on theirvehicles.) Each vehicle can have only2 transmitters matchedto it. See your dealer to match transmitters to anothervehicle. Battery Replacement Under normaluse, the batteriesin yourkey chain transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the batteriesare weak if the transmitterwon’t workat the normal rangein any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’sprobably time to change the batteries. For battery replacementuse two Duracell batteries,type DL-2 or a similar type. To replace the batteries: 1. If your transmitter has a screw, remove the screw from the back cover.If there is no screw, carefully pryoff the cover by inserting a dime (or similar object) in the slot between the covers and twist. 2. Lift off the frontcover, bottom half first. f I !- I . 67 I 3. Replace the batteries. Put them in withthe printed . I side down. .. . A. 4. Install the cover making sure thecover is on tightly so water won’t get in. Glove Box The glove box isdirectly in front of the frontpassenger seat. To unlock the door, insert theoval key into thelock cylinder and turn it to theleft to a horizontal position. To lock the door turn the key to the right to a vertical position and remove the key. The glove box door is opened by pulling out on the handle next to the lock cylinder. Rear Storuge Box If you have a Sedan, you have this feature above and behind the rear seat. Just pull up on thelatch and the lid will open to a handy storage area. Use this space far small items like a flashlight, gloves and sunglasses. 68 You’ll find the button here in the glove box. Push the yellow button to open your trunk. - It works when the ignition is on. If you stop your vehicle and turn the ignition key to “Off”, you can still use the Remote Trunk Release. Your vehicle has Retained Accessory Power(RAP). The electrical power to the Trunk Release will not shutoff until you open a door or 10 minutes has passed. If you want this power for another10 minutes, just turn the key to “RUN” and then back to “OFF”. AUTOiWTIC PULL-DOWN FEATURE (OPTION) I I I I - [I A CAUTION: Your car has an automatic pull-down feature that helps close the trunk electronically. Your fingers canbe trapped under the trunk lid as itgoes down. Your fingers could be injured, and you would need someone to helpyou free them. Keep your fingers away from the trunklid as you close it and as itis goin1 -own. I With this feature, a warning light willcome on in the Information Center if your trunk is not closed. THEFT Vehicle theft is big business, especially insome cities. Although your Cadillac has a number of theft deterrent features, we knowthat nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Kev in the ignition:If you walk awayfrom your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target forjoy riders or professional thieves -- so don’t do it. When you park your Cadillac and open thedriver’s door, you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and takeit with you. Alwaysdo this. Yoursteering wheel will be locked, and so will your ignition and transaxle. And rememberto lock the doors. Parking at Night: Park in a lighted spot, close all windowsand lock your vehicle. Remember to keepyour valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area,or takethem with you. Parking Lots:If you park in a lot where someonewill be watching your vehicle, it’sbest to lock it up and takeyour keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if you haveto leave something valuable in your vehicle? Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk orglove box. 0 Lock the glove box. 0 0 Lock all the doorsexcept the driver’s. Then take the doorkey with you. 70 U N m R S A L THEFT DETERRENT (OPTION) If your Cadillac has this option, it has a theft deterrent alarm system. Withthis system, tht “SECURITY” light will flash as you open the door(if your ignition is off). This light reminds you to arm the theftdeterrent system. Here’s how to do it: 1. Opcn the door. 2. Lock the doorwith the power door lock switch or Keyless Entry System. The “SECURITY”light should come on andstay on. 3. Close all doors. The “SECURITY”light should go off. If a door or the trunk is opened without the key or Keyless Entry System, the alarm will go off. It will also go off if a door lock or thetrunk lock is damaged. Your vehicle’s lightswill flash and the hornwill sound for3 minutes, then will go off to save battery power. And, your vehicle will not start. Remember, the theft deterrent system won’t arm if you lock the doors with a key or manual door lock. It arms only if you use a power door lock switch or Keyless Entry System. Here’s how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident: 0 If you don’t want to arm the theft deterrent system, the vehicle should be locked after the doors areclosed. 71 Always unlock a doorwith a key, or use the Keyless Entry System. Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm. If you set off the alarm by accident, unlock anydoor with your key. You can also turn off the alarm by using the Keyless Entry System, if you have it.The alarm won’t stop if you try to unlock a doorany other way. How to Test The Alarm Roll down your window and lock your vehicle using the power door lock or theKeyless Entry System. Reach in and unlock the door using the manual lock, and open the door. The horn will sound and your headlights will flash. If the alarm does not sound when it should, check to see if the horn works. The horn fuse may be blown. To replace the fuse, see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index. To reduce the possibility of theft, always arm the theft deterrentsystem when leaving your vehicle. PASS-KEY IIm I Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key I1 (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft deterrent system. PASS-Key I1 is a passive theft deterrentsystem. This means you don’t have to do anything different to arm or disarm the system. It works when you insert or remove ~ ~~ I _ .- ~ ~ .~ .-. ~ - ~- ~- the key from the ignition. PASS-Key TM uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoderin your vehicle. When the PASS-Key 11 TM system senses that someone is using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle’s starter and fuel systems. For about three minutes, the starterwon’t work and fuelwon’t go to the engine. If someone triesto startyour vehicle again or uses another key during this time, the vehicle will not start. This discourages someone from randomly trying different keys with different resistor pellets in an attempt tomake a match. The ignition key must be clean and dry before it’s inserted in the ignition or theengine may not start. If the engine does not start and the “SECURITY” light comes on, thekey may be dirty or wet. Turn the ignition off. Clean and dry the key. Wait about three minutes and try again. The security light will remain on during this time. If the starterstill won’t work, and the key appears to be clean and dry, wait about three minutes and try the other ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index). If the starter won’t work with the otherkey, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, thefirst ignition key may be faulty. See your Cadillac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key I1 TM . If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, the starterwon’t work and the security light will flash. But you don’t have to wait three minutes before trying one of the otherignition keys. See your Cadillac dealer or a locksmith who can service the Pass-Key I1 TM to have a new key made. If you’re ever driving andthe “SECURITY” light comes on and stayson, you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key I1 TM system, however, isnot working properly and mustbe serviced by your Cadillac dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS-Key I1 system. while the security light stayson as described. So you should service your vehicle as soon as possible. If you lose or damage a PASS-Key I1TM ignition key, see your Cadillac dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key I1TM to have a new key made. TM I _ NEW VEHICLE cCBREAK-IN” IGNITION KEY POSITIONS This lock gives you five different positions. Before you put thekey in, your ignition will be in the “LOCK” position. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It’s an anti-theft feature. r --. - - - .. The other positions let you perform these functions: ACC: Accessory lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. To get into“Acc”,push in the key and turn it toward you. Your steering wheel will remain locked, just as it was before you inserted the key. OFIF: This 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 car in motion while the engine is off (for example, if your car is being pushed). RUN: This is the position for driving. STARE This starts your engine. If your Key seems stucK in “Lock, and you can’t turn it, be sure -~ ignition switch.If none of this works, then your vehicle need STARTING YOUR ENGINE Move your shift lever to “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral).Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use “ N ’ (Neutral) only. 1 NOTICE: Don’t try toshift to “P” (Park, if your Cadillacis moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to when your vehicleis stopped. To start vour V8 engine: c 1. Don’t push the accelerator pedal before starting your engine. In some other vehicles youmight need to do this, but because of your vehicle’s computer systems, you don’t. 2. Turn your ignition key to “Start.” When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. 3. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in “Start” forabout three seconds at a time until your engine starts. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery. - will cause your battery to be drained much so0 ive heat can damage your starter motor. - 4. If your engine still won’t start (or startsbut then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to thefloor and holding it there as you hold the key in “Start’’ for about threeseconds. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing. Jour ~ I I ~ I I ISI ~ueslgrleu : LU work wi ding electrical equipment, check with your d n’t, your engine might not perform properly. nual thattells how to do it without damagi “Towing Your Vehicle” in theIndex. 76 r __q D.RIUNG THROUGH DEEP STANDING WATER ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (OPTION) In very cold weather, O°F (-18OC) or colder, the engine block heater can help. You’ll get easier starting andbetter fuel economy during engine warm-up. To use the block heater: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt outlet. A - I I CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-voltoutlet. If the cord won’t reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for atleast 15 amps. 77 NOTICE: After you’ve u was before, to keepit away from movingengine parts.If you don’t, it could be damaged. How long should you keep the block heater plugged in? The answer depends onthe weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact a Cadillac dealer in the areawhere you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area. AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE There areseveral different positions for your shift lever. P (Park) This locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. 78 ’ A CAUTION: It can be dangerous toget out of ---urvehicle if the shiftlever is not fully in “P” (Park) with the parking brakefirmly set. Your vehicle can roll. s 4 W$&I Don’t leave your vehicle whenthe engine is running unless y have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or otherscould be injured. To be sure yo vehicle won’t move, when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake andmove the shiftlever to “P” (Park). See “Shifting Into “P” (Park)” in theIndex. If you are parking on a hill, or, if you’re pulling a trailer, alsosee, “Parking on Hills” or “Towing a nailer” inthe Index. - I Ensure theshift lever is fully in“P” (Park) range before starting the engine. Your Cadillac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully amlv your regular brakes before you can shift from “P” (Park) when the ignition key is inthe “Run”position. If you cannot shift out of “P” (Park), ease pressure on the shift lever - push the shift lever all the way into “P” (Park) asyou maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gearyou wish. See “Shifting Out of ‘P’ (Park)” in this part. R (Reverse) Use this gearto bacK up. hifting to “R” (Reverse) while your vehicle is m ould damage your t To rock your vehicle back and forthto get out of snow, iceor sand without damaging your transaxle, see “If You’reStuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow” in the Index. 79 N (Neutral) In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’realready moving, use “N” (Neutral) only. Also, use “N” when your vehicleis being towed. A CAUTION: Shifting outof “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral) while your engine is “racing” (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brakepedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hitpeople or objects. Don’t shift outof “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral) while your engine is racing. @ Automatic Overdrive This position is for normaldriving. If you need morepower for passing, and you’re: - Going less than about 35 mph (56 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. - Going about 35 mph (56 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. You’ll shift down to thenext gear andhave more power. 3 (ThirdGear) This is like a,but you never go into Overdrive. Here aresome times you might choose “3” instead of a: - When driving on hilly, winding roads - When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears - When going down a steep hill 2 (SecondGear) This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use 2 on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but thenyou would also want to use your brakes off and on. (6 77 81 1 (First Gear) This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than “2.”You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector lever isput in “1,”the transaxle won’t shiftinto first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough. ~ ~ j ~ 7 . . If your front wheels can’t rotate, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object. You could damage your transaxlc. Also, if youstop when goinguphill, don’t hold your vehicle the] with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and I Jse your brakes to hold your.vehic damage thetransaxle. position on a hillm .. . . ~ - - P-NG BRAKE To set the parking brake: Hold the regular brake pedal down with your rightfoot. Push down the parking brake pedalwith your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. When you move out of “P” (Park) or“N” (Neutral), if your engine is running, your parking brake should go off. If it doesn’t, you havea parking brake problem and should have it fixed.In themeantime, you can still release your parking brake. Justpull on the manual releaselever, as shown. r r r r A CAUTION: If yourhandorarm is inthe way of thepedal,youcouldbe I hurt. The pedal springs back quickly. Keep your hand and arm -- se thr -1anual r -’- - -e lever. r r See “Parking on Hills” in the Index. That section shows howto turnyour front wheels. * If YOU are towinn a trailer and are parking; on any hill:See “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. That section shows what to dofirst to keep the trailer from moving. SHIFTING INTO “P”(PARK) II A CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in “P” (Park) with the parking brakefirmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, thevehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, when you’re on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you are parking on a hill, or if you’re pulling a trailer, alsosee “Parking On Hills” or “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. Steering Column S h i !Lever 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot. 84 7 b I I . - 2. Move the shift lever into “P” (Park) position like this: Pull the lever toward you. f 1 Move the lever up as far as it will go. - 3. With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down, set the parking brake. 4. Move the ignition key to “Lock.” 5. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in “P7’ (Park). 85 It canbe dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fullyin “P” (Park) with the parking brake firmlyset. And, if it could overheat you leave the vehicle with the engine running, and even catch fire.You or others could be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to. If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in “P” (Park)and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you’ve moved the shift lever into the“P” (Park) position, hold the regular brake pedal down. Then, seeif you can move the shift lever awayfrom “P” (Park) without first pulling it toward you. If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’t fully locked into “P” (Park). SHIFTING OUT OF “P”(PARK) Your Cadillac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from “P” (Park) when the ignition is in the “Run”position. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index. If you cannot shift out of “P” (Park), ease pressure on theshift lever -push the shift lever all the way into “P”(Park) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gearyou wish. If you ever hold the brakepedal down but still can’t shift out of “P” (Park), try this: 1. Turn the key to “Off.” Open and close the driver’s door toturn off the Retained Accessory Powerfeature. 2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Shift to “N” (Neutral). 4. Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want. 5. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can. 86 - P m N G OVER THINGS THAT BURN - 1 I I I A CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or ather things that can burn. - 87 ENGINE E m U S T I A CAUTION: I I I = Engine exhaustcan kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO),which you can't see or smell. It can cause e unconsciousness and death, ' I I You might have exhaust coming in if: 0 Your exhaust system sounds strangeor different. 0 Your vehicle gets rusty underneath, * Your vehicle was damaged in I' I I - a collision, Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high pointSean th6orroad over debris. &ad * - I @ 0 0 Repairs weren't don6 correctly. :Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified bproperly. I 0 I 0 - If you ever suspe& exhaustis coming into yourvehicle: 0 Driw it only Mth all the windows down to blow out anyCO; and ~ @ 0 I I Pave it fixed immediately. 88 - I c I I I l - m RUNNING YOUR ENGINE IZIiWLE YOUfRE PARKED r It’s better not to parkwith the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are somethings to know. I A CAUTION: Idling theengine with the air system control off could allow dangerous exhaust intoyour vehicle (see the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust”). I Also, idling in a closed-in place can letdeadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting. One place this can happenis a garage. Exhaust -- with CO -- can come in easily. NEVER park ina garage with the engine running. Another closed-in place can be a blizzard. (See “Blizzard” in the Index.) F- I It can be dangerous toget out of your vehicle if the shiftlever is not fully in “P” (Park) with the parking brakefirmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leaveyour vehicle whenthe engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve 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’reon fairly level ground, always set your parking brake move the shiftlever to “P” (Park). Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. If youare parking on a hill, or if you’re pulling a trailer, alsosee “Parking on Hills” or “Towing a lkailer” in theIndex. f 89 POWER WINDOWS Express Down Window (Driver'sSide) Just press the switch once -- for half a second or more -- and then let go. The window will go all the way down. If you want to stop thewindow as it is going down, press the switch again. Your vehicle has Retained Accessory Power(RAP). When you stop your vehicle and turn theignition key to "OFF", you can still useyour power windows. The electrical power to thepower windows will not shut off until you open a door or 10 minutes has passed. If you want this power for another10 minutes, just turn thekey to "RUN" and then back to "OFF". Window Lock ~ When the switch is in the "On" position, an amber indicatorlight will illuminate. Only the driver's window control switches will operate thepower windows. This feature is useful when you're transporting small children and you don't want them using the power windows. When your vehicle is in the Retained Accessory Power(RAP) mode, the window lock function will not lock the windows. HORN To sound the horn, justpress the centerof the steeringwheel. TILT WHEEL A tilt steering wheel allows youto adjust the steeringwheel before you drive. You can also raise it to thehighest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold thesteering wheel and pull the lever. Move the steeringwheel to a comfortable level, then release thelever to lock the wheel in place. THE TURN SIGNK/MULTIFUNCTION LEVER The lever on theleft side of the steeringcolumn includes your: 0 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 0 Headlight High-Low Beam & Passing Signal 0 Windshield Wipers 0 Windshield Washer Cruise Control 92 b . - Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator _ / I The turn signal has two upward (for Right) and two downward (for Left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. -- To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. m A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. I To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it. As you signal a turn ora lane change, if the arrows don’t flash but just stay on, a signal bulb may be burned out and otherdrivers won’t see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the green arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse (see “Fuses” in the Index) and for burned-outbulbs. Operation of Lights Although your vehicle’s lighting system (headlights, parking lights, fog lamps, side marker lights and taillights) meet all applicable federal lighting requirements, certain statesand provinces may apply their own lighting regulations thatmay require special attention before you operate these lights. For example, some jurisdictions may require thatyou operate your lower beam lights with foglamps at all times, or that headlights be turned onwhenever you must use your windshield wipers.In addition, most jurisdictions prohibit driving solely withparking lights, especiallyat dawn or dusk. It is recommended that you check with you ownstate or provincial highway authority forapplicable lighting regulations. Headlight High-Low Beam To change the headlights from low beam to high or high 6low, pull the turn signai lever all the way toward you. Thenreleaseit. When the high beams are on, this blue light on the instrument panel also will be on. ’- 7 94 WINDSHIELD W P E R S p H I 7 7 You control thewindshield wipersby turning the band marked“WIPER.” For a single wiping cycle,turn the band to “MIST? Hold itthere until the wipers start, then letgo. The wipers will stop after onecycle. If you want more cycles, hold the bandon “MIST” longer. You can set thewiper speed for along or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in lightrain orsnow. Turnthe band to choose the delay time. The closer to “LO,” the shorter thedelay. For steady wiping at low speed, turnthe band away from you to the“LO” position. For high speed wiping, turn the band further,to “HI.”To stop the wipers, movethe band to “OFF.” A CAUTION: rr Damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drivesafely. To avoid damage, be sure to clearice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they’re frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. r 95 Heavy snowor ice can overload your wipers.A circuit breaker will stop them until the motorcools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. WINDSHIELD WASHER At the topof the multifunction lever there’s a paddlewith the word “PUSH” on it. To spray washer fluid on thewindshield, push and release the paddle.The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return toyour preset speed. For continued wash operation, press and hold the paddle down. Releasing the paddle stops the washer fluid from spraying. The wipers will clear thewindow and then either stopor return toyour preset speed. 96 - - If this light comes on, it means you're low on washer fluid. r J. r - 'A CAUTION @ I m r Driving without washer fluid'canbe dangerous. A bad mud splash can block~yourrisim. Yciu could hit another vehicleor go off the road. Check j&u- washer fluid level often. In freezing weather, don't use yourwasher until the windshield is warmed. OtherwiSethe washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blQcking your vision. 97 U When using concentrated washer fluid, foll manufacturer’s instruction Don’t mix water with ready of the washer sy tank and other parts as well as washer fluid. u L.J. c1 U Headlight Washers (Export On&) 11 you have this feature, when your headlamps are on, you will wash your headlamps while washing your windshield. Just press the PUSH paddle on the multifunction lever. - CRUISE CONTROL With Cruise Control, you can maintain a speedof about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator.This can really help onlong trips. Cruise Control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). When you applyyour brakes, theCruise Control shutsoff. 98 L A CAUTION: Cruise Control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your Cruise Control on winding roads orin heavy traffic. 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. To Set Cruise Control Move the Cruise Control switch to ON. 66 I A 79 CAUTION: If you leave your Cruise Controlswitch on when you’re not using Cruise, you might hit a button and go into Cruisewhen you don’t want to. You could be startled andeven lose control. Keep the Cruise Controlswitch “OFF” until you want to use it. 99 0 Get up to the speed you want. Push in the button at the endof the lever and release it. instrument panel will come on.) INFOR Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your Cruise Control ata desired speed and thenyou apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the Cruise Control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the Cruise Controlswitch from “ON’’ to “R/A? (Resume/Accelerate) for abouthalf a second. IC-- * . You’ll go rightback up to your chosen speed andstay there. I - A ! ! ! CAUTION , If you hold the switchat “R/A” longer than=halfa second, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switchor apply the brake.You could be startied and evenlose control. So unless you ’1 nt to go faster, don’t hold the switchat “R/A.” To Increase Speed While Using CruiseControl There aretwo ways to go to ahigher speed. Here’s the first: 1. Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. 2. Push the button at the end of the lever, then release the buttonand the accelerator pedal.You’ll now cruise at thehigher speed. Here’s the second way to go to ahigher speed: 0 Move the Cruise switch from “ON” to “R/A.”Hold it there until you get up to thespeed you want, and then release theswitch. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to “,/A’ for less than half a second and then releaseit. Each time you do this, your vehiclewill go about 1mph (1.6 km/h) faster. To Reduce Speed while Using Cruise Control There aretwo ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: Push in the button at theend of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, push the button for less than half a second. Each time you do this, you’ll go 1mph (1.6 kmih) slower. Passing Another VehicleM i l e Using Cruise Control Use the acceleratorpedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal,your vehiclewill slow down to the Cruise Control speed you set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well yourCruise Control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to stepon the acceleratorpedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill,you may have to brakeor shift to alower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takesyou out of Cruise Control. Many drivers find this to be toomuch trouble and don’t use Cruise Control on steephills. -, -4, ._I -. -“ To Get Out of Cruise Control There areseveral ways to turn off the Cruise rnntrol: Step lightly on the brake pedal ;OR Move the Cruise switch to “OFF.” (The “CRUISE” light will go out.) ; OR - When the Traction Control System is turned on, it will turn off the Cruise Control. See“Traction Control System” in the Index. To Erase Speed Memory When you turn off the Cruise Control or the ignition, your Cruise Control setspeed memory is erased. LIGHTS You'll find the control It controls these light systems: Headlights Taillights Parking Lights License Lights Sidemarker Lights Instrument Panel Lights Interior Courtesy Lights 104 r Here’s how your light systems work: Headlight “On” Warning If the manuallight switch isleft on (as when someone has parkedyour car), you’ll hear awarning tone when you turn off the ignition and open the driver’s door. Twilight Sentinel The control will look like this: - i . r I It switches your lightson andoff by sensing how dark itis outside. 105 To operate it, leave the light switch off and move the Twilight Sentinel control to any position but “OFE” If you move the controlall the way to MAX, your lights will remain on for three minutes after you turn off your engine. If you move the control almost all the way in the other direction,so it’s just on, thelights will go off quickly when you turn off your engine. You can change this delay time from only a few seconds to three minutes. Please don’t cover the light sensor. It is located on the topof your instrument panel. If you cover the sensor, it will read “dark” and your lights will come on. ‘I. i Day Time Running Lights (Canada Only) The Canadian FederalGovernment has decided that “Daytime Running Lights” (DRL) area useful feature, in that DRL can make your vehicle more visible to pedestrians and other drivers during daylight hours. DRL are required onnew vehicles sold in Canada. Your DRL work with a light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Don’t cover it up. The high beam headlights will come on at reduced brightness in daylight when: The ignition is on The headlight switch is off, and The transaxle is not in “P” (Park). At dusk, the DRL will switch off and theexterior lights will come on automatically. At dawn, the exteriorlights will go out and thehigh beams - _ _ ~- --- will change to the reduced brightness of DRL (if the headlight switch is off). Of course, you may stillturn on theheadlights any time you need to. To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, shift the transaxle into “P” (Park). The DRL will stay off until you shift out of “P” (Park). - -- Rear Fog Lights (Export Only) -- I L -c - _ ~. To turn them on,push the switch located on the right lower side of your instrument panel.A small indicator light will glow to tell you they are on. Cornering Lights The cornering lights come onwhen you signal a turn.This will provide more light for turning when its dark. Maplights --- The maplights are located above the rearview mirror. To operate the maplights, just push either button to turn them on.They will both come on when the courtesy lights are turned on. Lump Monitors The frontlamp monitors show that your headlamps, high beam and turn signals are working. 5- % The rear lamp monitors show that the taillights and brake lights are working. 108 7 MIRRORS Automatic DaylNight Inside Rearview Mirror - 7 -. Your Cadillac has the automatic electrochromic rearview mirror. During the day the mirror reflects all the light from behind your car. At night, when the glare is too high, it darkens to reflect only part of the light behind you. When the mirror darkens, it holds that position until the glare is no longer present. -- Settings __ -. Your automatic rearview mirror has different positions for light sensitivity. At the “MAX” setting, bright headlights far away will cause the mirror to gradually darken. This is a good setting for ruraldriving. At close for the the “MIN” setting, brightheadlights have to be rather mirror to darken. This is a good setting for city driving. Reverse Gear Day Mode The reverse mode is another important featureof the automatic mirror. When the shift lever is placed in “ R ’ (Reverse), the mirror changes to the daytime mode for abright image in the mirror as you back up. 109 Turn the switch to “OFF” when you want the mirror to stay in the day mode. Cleuning Photocells Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the front and rear photocells that make the mirror work. 110 Front Seat Illuminated Vanity Mirrors (Option) To use one, turn the sunshade down. Then lift the cover up to see the mirror.The switch makes the light brighter. Outside Mirrors Your Cadillac has electric mirror control. If you have the Touring Sedan or an Export vehicle, you have collapsible outside mirrors. These mirrors can pivot to accommodate tight situations. Just pivot the mirror inward. To return themirror to its normal position, rotate the mirror until it locksinto place. Just rotate theknob to choose the left or right mirror. Thenmove itto adjust the mirror. r " I Q a' . .. . , LI Convex OutsideMirror Your right side mirroris convex.A convex mirror's surface is curved a little so you can see morelooking from thedriver's seat. I A CAUTION: If you aren't used to a convex mirror, you can hit another .vehicle. A convex mirror can make other things (like vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the rightlane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror orglance over your shoulder before changing lanes. 112 Electrochromic Outside Rearview Mirror (Option) (Not available on Touring Sedan) This mirror automatically dims to minimize glare formaximum rear visibility. As glare increases, themirror darkens accordingly. When the glare subsides, the mirror returns to its clear daytime state. The mirror is controlled by the same three position sensitivity switchthat controls theElectrochromic Inside Rearview mirror. CONVENIENCE NET (OPTION) a:’ Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You’ll see it just inside the back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. The net isn’t for larger, heavier loads. Store themin the trunk as far forward as you can. You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when you’re not using it. 113 ASTROROOF - EXPRESS OPEN If you have this option, theswitch is here: I The astroroof includes a sliding glasspanel and a sliding sunshade. The control switch onlyworks with the ignition on or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP) mode. To Open the Sunroof:Press the controlswitch rearward and release it to open theglass panel and sunshade. If you want to stop thesunroof in a partially open position, lightly press the switch again. Press the switch rearward again to openfully. The sunshade can also be opened by hand. To Close the Sunroof: Press and hold the controlswitch forward to close the glass panel. The sunshade can only be closed by hand. The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if your vehicle has an electrical failure. To Open the Sunroof Rear Vent: Press the controlswitch forward when the sunroof is closed. Open thesunshade by hand. To Close the SunroofRear Vent:Press the switch rearward. 114 ASHTRAYS Front Center Ashtray Here's how to takeit out forcleaning: Lift it out by pulling on the snuffer. If the ashtray will not come outby pulling on the snuffer, try this: Reach under theashtray and gently push up on theashtray bowl to free it fromthe drawer. 115 Rear Ashtrays Here’s how to remove them: C I G m T T E LIGHTER It’s near the ashtray. To use a lighter, just push it all the way in. When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself. when it’s ready. Thatcan 1 the heating element. 116 7 GAR4GE DOOR OPENER (OPTION) his option allows you open up to three garage doors.The transmitter unit fits into the maplight console. Your Cadillac dealer can tell you about the hand held power pack unit and the installation you’ll need at home to make this work. If your Cadillac is equipped with an Electriclears heated windshield, you’ll have to becloser to the garage door for the transmitter unit work. to STORAGE ARMIREST The armrest between the front seats opens into a storage area. To open it, press the lever at the frontedge. Inside is a dual cupholderwhich can be rotated outward for use with the cover closed. Inside you will alsofind a coin holder and a cassetteand CD holder. FLOOR MATS Your Cadillac is equipped with rubber-backed front and rear floor mats, keep themclean by vacuuming and using a spot cleaner,if necessary. Do not machine wash. 117 THE INSTRUMENT PANEL: YOUR INFOWATION SYSTEM LEFTSIDE E-! I . FORMATIONCENTER INFORMATION CEN a Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your Cadillac is running. You’ll know howfast you’re going, howmuch fuel you’re using, and many of other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically. *L- SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER C Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the U.S.) or kilometers (used in Canada). _ ,I.~ EnglishIMetric Button (Digital Option) You can go back and forth from English (miles) to metric (kilometers) by pushing this button. ___ The same button also makes other readings (like temperature, fuel and odometer) go between English and metric. Trip Odometer You can tell how far you’ve gone since you last set it back to zero. To reset, justpush the button. ~- - . If you have the Digital speedometer and odometer,there’s one special thing to know. You may see the trip odometer get to about 621 miles and then return to zero. Here’s why: If you have the system on Metric and you set the odometerback to zero,it will turn back to zero again after you’ve driven 999.9 km (621 miles). If you have changed to English during that trip, it will still roll back to zero at 999.9 km (621 miles). To make the odometer go all the way to 999.9 miles (1609 km), set it to zero when it is in English mode, showing miles. Odometer Your Cadillac has a “tamper-resistant odometer.” On the analog odometer, if you see silver lines between the numbers, probably someone has tried to turnit back. The numbers may not be true.If you have the optional digital odometer, it will say ERROR if someone has tampered with it. You may wonder what happens if a carhas to have a new odometer installed. If possible, the new one has to be setto thesame reading the old one had. If it can’t be, then it’s set at zero, but a label on the driver’s door must show the old reading and when the new one was installed. W M I N G LIGHTS This section describes the warning lights that are onyour vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights could also save youor others from injury. Warning lights go on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As you will see in the detailson the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly whenyou turn theignition key just to let you knowthey’re working. If you are familiar with this section, you should not bealarmed when this happens. c. When oneof the warning lights comes on andstays on when you are driving, check the section that tells you what to do aboutit. Pkase follow the manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairscan be costly -- and even dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights. They’re a big help. Brake System WarningLight Your Cadillac’shydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other partcan still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light goes on, therecould be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. This light shoula come on and turn off as you start thevehicle. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. - -_ This light will also come on when you set your parking brake, and will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. If the light comes on while driving, pulloff the road and stopcarefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. Itmay take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. (See “Towing Your Vehicle” inthe Index.) 121 A 1’ I I - CAUTION: Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake warning light is on. Driving with the brake warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on afteryou’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light II - -. ‘.I With anti-lock, this light will go onwhen you start your engine and may stay on forseveral seconds or so. That’s normal. If the light doesn’t come on, have it fixedso it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. If the light stayson or comes on when you’re driving,stop assoon as possible and turn the key off. Then start theengine to reset the system. If the light stillstays on, orcomes on again while you’re driving,your Cadillac needs service. Unless the regular brake system warning light is also on, you will still have brakes, but not anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, see“Brake System WarningLight” earlier in this part. The anti-lock brake system warning light may also come on when you are driving witha compact spare tire. If this happens, the light means you won’t have anti-lock until you replace the compact spare with a full-size 122 r r - tire. If the warning light stays on after you replace the compact spare with a full-size tire, or if it comes on again when you’re driving,your Cadillac needs service. Traction Control System Warning Light(Option) WER When your traction control system is working, the message “TRACTION ACTIVE” will appear in your information center. This means that slippery road conditions may exist. The “TRACTION OFF” warning light means that thesystem is not working. This warning light may come on for the following reasons: If your transaxle overheats, the traction controlsystem automatically shuts off for about threeminutes. The warning light will come on and stay on during that time. If your brakes overheat, the traction controlsystem will shut off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down. ‘f the “TRACTION OFF” warning lightcomes on andstays on for an :&ended period of time, your vehicle needs service. A CAUTION: If you let your tires spin at high speed when the “TRACTION OFF” warning light ison, they can explode and you or others could be injured. And, spinning your tires with the “TRACTION OFF’’ warning light on can cause the transaxle tooverheat or can cause otherproblems. That could cause an engine fire or other damage. When you’re stuck, spin thewheels as little as possible. Don’t spin thewheels above35 mph (55 km/h) as shown on the speedometer. -. I , I- YOTICE: Spinning your wheels when the “TRACTION OFF” warning light is on can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tir If you spin your wheels too fast while shifting your transaxlf back and forth, you can destroy your transaxle. when you’rt -tuck, spin thewheels as little as possible. 124 7 , c -. I , - Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated or your radiator cooling fans are not working. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn -1 the engine off as soon as possible. HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY! In “Problems on the Road,” this manual shows what to do. See“Engine Overheating” in the Index. Engine Temperature WarningLight I This light tells you that your engine has overheated. r If you have been operatingyour vehicle under normal driving conditions, and turn the engine off as soon you should pull off the road, stop the car as possible. A warning chime should also sound if you drive with this light on. The chime will continue to sound until the ignition is turned “off” or the light goes out. As a check, the light should come on for a few seconds when you start your engine. 125 HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY! In “Problemson theRoad,” this manual shows whatto do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index. Charge Light L P When you turn thekey to “Run,”this light will come on briefly, to show that your alternator andbattery charging systems are working. I If a light stays on, you need service, and you should take your Cadillac to the dealer at once. To save your battery until you get there, turnoff all accessories, and setyour Electronic Climate Control system to “OFF.” Service Engine SoonlServiceVehicle Soon Lights I K G f NE I, ZVICE VEHICLE So( A computer monitors operationof your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This light should come onwhen the ignition is on, but the engineis not running, as a check to show you it is working.. m If it does notcome on at all, have it fixedright away. If it stays on, or it comes on while you are driving, the computer is indicating that you have a problem. You should take your vehicle in for service soon. Oil Light This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure. -. The light goes on when you turn your key to “Run” or“START”It goes off once you have started your engine. That’s just a check to be sure the light works. If it doesn’t, be sureto have it fixedso it will be there towarn you if something goes wrong. When this light comes on and stavs on, it means oil isn’t going through your engine properly. You could be low on oil, or you might have some other oil problem. I: A CAUTION: Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine canbecome so hot that itcatches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. r JOTICE: Damage to your engin %omne! cte probl costly and is not covered by your warranty. IS cal Change Oil Soon Light This light will come on for a few seconds as a bulb check when you first start your engine. The light will also come on following engine start up for 20 seconds when either theoil life percentage is less the 10% or 7500 miles (12500 km) have been driven. This is a reminder that it is time to change your oil. See the Index under “Oil Life Indicator” for more information on this system. 128 - - Service Air Cond Light You’ll find this light here: FORMATION CENTE iERVICE __ If it ever stays on for 29 seconds or more, you need service. It comes on for a few seconds, just asa bulb check whenever you turn your ignition to Run. ” “ __ SERWCE SSS Light bRMATION CEP When you first start your car, the “SERVICE SSS” light will come on as a bulb check and a system self-check for afew seconds. If this light comes on and stays while driving, youhave a problem with the Speed Sensitive Suspension or theSpeed Sensitive Steering system. See your Cadillac dealer forthe properservice of this system. 129 Fuel Datu Center Your Fuel Data Centertells you all you want to know about your rue1 situation. Here’s how it works: This shows how much fuel you have in your tank. “F” means “Full.” “E” means you’re almost empty. FLASHING “E”means: stop for fuel immediately or you’ll run out. 130 -- Your Fuel Data Center has five buttons. Here’s what they do: INST (Instantaneous Fuel Economy), Push this and you’ll see what your fuel economy is at that instant. The computer takes a new reading twice every second. It will show economy up to 70 miles per gallon (or, in metric, 2 litres per 100 kilometers). - AVG (Average Fuel Economy), I This reading is your average fuel economy since the last time you reset the system. “Avg” shows total distance divided by the total fuel used. - RANGE ~ , . - ~ , ~ - ~ ~ . ~ ‘ ~ - - ~ ~ ..... , ~*....~............ - ~ ~<,, ~. ..~. .~.~. . . ,. -. ,. ~. .- .~. I i I .. A This shows howfar the computer thinks you can go with the fuel that’s in yourtank. When you get downto 40 miles to go (or, in metric, 64 km) it just says “L,” which means “LOW.” You should then getfuel right away. * ‘ Your computer needsenough data for theRANGE reading to work, however, so it will read L for a while whenyour Cadillac is brand new (under 25 miles). Also, it will show L for a while if your battery has been disconnected. FUEL USED a L This reading shows how muchfuel you’ve used since youlast reset the system. It returns to zero after 99.9 gallons (or, in metric, 379 liters). II “Fuel Used” can tell you the least costly way to make a familiar trip. Here’s how youmight use it for your commute towork: EXPRESSWAY ROUTE 34 MILES 20.1 MPG 1.7 GALLONS USED 24 MILE! 7 8.5 MPG 1.3 GALLONS USED L Using FUEL USED, you would find that you wouldsave money in fuel costs by taking the directroute towork, even though fuel economy was better on thefreeway route. RESET Push this to return “Avg” and “Fuel Used” to zero. .... ~.,...., . ....- . .. .i I . I . . Oil Life Indicator Your Cadillac has an Oil Life Indicator feature.This tells you when you need tochange your engine oil. It’s based upon the engine oil temperatures andyour driving patterns. Fwc- Press and hold the Range and Fuel Used buttons to display the oil lifepercentage. ta Center c l You’ll see how much oil lifeyou have left, as a percentage. So if you see “94” for example, that means that theway you’re driving your vehicle, left. 94% of your current oil life is still The “CHANGE OIL SOON” light will come on for a few seconds as a bulb check when you start your engine. The light will also come on for 20 seconds following engine start-up when either theoil life percentage is less the 10% or 7,500 miles (12500 km) have been driven. The system probably will say to change the oil between 3000 miles (5000 km)and 7500 miles (12500 km), but it may even say to change it before 3000 miles under severe conditions. It all depends onyour driving patterns. (If it doesn’t, or if it doesn’t even lightup, thensomething is wrong. You will need to have it serviced.) There are two things the system won’t do: Itcan’t sense heavy dust in the places where you drive. If you drive ina dusty area, you should change your oil every 3000 miles (5000 km) or 3 months (whichever comes first), unless the “CHANGEOIL SOON” light comes on sooner. It doesn’t check how much oil you have so you will still haveto check for that. To check it, see theIndex under “EngineOil.” When You’ve Changed the Oil When new oil isput in, you’ll need to reset your system. To do that, press and hold the “Range”and “Reset” buttons between 5 and 60 seconds. L. c Once the buttons are released the “CHANGE OIL SOON” light will flash 4 times to indicate it has reset to 100. If the “CHANGEOIL SOON” light comes on and stays on for5 seconds, it did not reset. You’ll need to reset the system again. SPEED SENSITIVE SUSPENSION (SSS SYSTEM) The Speed Sensitive Suspension System (SSS) automatically controls the firmness of your Cadillac’s ride. Thevehicle is controlled by an actuator in each of the four struts to increase ride firmness depending on vehicle speed and otherdriving conditions. There are threedampening modes: COMFORT, NORMAL, andFIRM. As the vehicle speed increases, the firmness of the suspension increases. The system is inCOMFORT for speeds less than 28 mph, NORMAL for speedsbetween 28 and 65 mph, and FIRM for speeds greater than65 mph. The system also stiffens damping during hard acceleration,braking and cornering ,forincreased control. The SSS controller is a computerused to control and monitorthe system. The computer receives speed, accelerationand determines optimum mode strutvalving (or suspension stiffness) for your current operating conditions. The computer also receivesfeedback fromthe struts to determine proper system operation. If the computer receives an incorrect feedback from thesystem, an error code will be setin memory and a “SERVICE SSS” light will come on andstay on until the problem is corrected. If this light should appear, have your vehicle servicedat your earliest convenience. SPEED S E N S I T m STEERING This system varies the amount of steering effort proportionateto your vehicle speed. Steeringis easier at a lower speed forincreased maneuverability and parking ease.As your vehiclespeed increases, the steering effortis also increased proportionately.At highway speeds the amount of steering effortis greatly increased to provide a manual like steering feel for maximum control and enhancedvehicle stability. 135 TRACTION CONTROL (OPTION) If you have this feature, this brakeonly Traction Control complements your anti-lock braking system. Traction Control regulates tirespin during low-speed acceleration and steady driving. The Traction Control Brake-Only System uses the same wheel speed sensors used by your Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). When wheel slip is detected by the wheel sensors, the electronic controlmodule sends a signal to thebrake pressure modulator to apply pressure pulses to the brakes. Traction is then maximized and your vehicle is enabled to accelerate or continue driving witha controlled amount of tire slip. This low-speed system controls tireslippage and is fullyfunctional until you reach a speed of 24 mph and then the traction controlis gradually phased out as your vehicle reaches 30 mph. To keep you informed of changing road conditions the “TRACTIONACTIVE” telltale light will illuminate when the system is activated. Because this is a brake only Traction Control system, itis designed to protect your vehicles powertrain components. The system will temporarily by disabled should the brakes or transaxle reach excessively high temperatures and prolonged use of traction control. The “TRACTION OFF” telltale light in the instrument panel informs you when this system isnot in operation. ELECTRONIC LEVEL CONTROL This keeps your vehicle level. The ignition does nothave to be“ON” for thelevel control to work. The system consists of an electronic height sensor, a small electric air compressor, and air adjustableshock absorbers mounted on the rearof the vehicle. If the system has a slight leak, the air compressor will run frequently for a few seconds each time. For a massive air leak, the air compressor will stay on for approximately 7 minutes. You should see your dealer for service, but you can keep driving your Cadillac. - COMFORT CONTROLS AND AUDIO SYSTEMS In this section you'll find out how to operate the comfort controlsystems and audiosystems offered with your Cadillac. Be sure toread about the particular system supplied with your vehicle. YOUR CADILLAC AIR SYSTEM This part tells you how to make your Electronic Climate Controlwork for you. Outside Air Outside airalways flows through your Cadillac when the car is moving. Even if the caris not moving, you can always get outside air toflow through by selecting any air choice (except the rearwindow defogger). Air Outlets Here's how to adjust the instrument panel air outlets: Move the centerlever to direct airflow from side to side. Move the side lever down to stop theair flow. III Here's how to adjust the rearseating air outlets: I ! Turn the center dial to directthe air flow through the vents or at the floor. 138 Electronic Climate Control Here’s how your system works: OfF €con Auto w Q@ ‘to * Hi’ Outside Temp. Push the “Outside Temp” button to get the theoutside temperature (unless the system isoff). Push it again to theregular system display. CoolerlWarmer To choose the temperature you want inside the car, push the cooler or warmer button. 139 You can choose from 65 F (18 ’C) to 85 F (29 ’C). And, at each end, you may choose 60 F (16 ’C), for maximum cooling,and 90 F (33 ’C), for maximum heating. Then, you have these choices: Off Nothing is on, but airwill flow rnrough your vehicle if you are moving. The system will attempt to maintain the chosen temperature, butmay never reach it,because the blower motor will not operate. Econ Use “Econ”in coldor cool weather, because it saves fuel by not allowing the A/C compressor to run.But it doesn’t remove humidity from the air. If it’s so warm outside thatyou need to cool the air,use the next choice. Auto In “Auto” its all automatic. If your car is sitting out on a hot day and you have it set on “Auto”, the air will first flow out thefloor air ducts for a few seconds. That’s normal. This is to prevent a blast of hot air hitting you. I1 L J Fan Speeds mblower The speed of the fan is usually I I controlled automatically if you have the fan on“Auto Fan”. However, if you want the blower fan to run only at high speed, push the “Hi” button until you see “Hi Fan” on the display. If you want the blower to run only at low speed, push the “Lo7’button until you see “Lo Fan” on thedisplay. If you want the system to be automatic, butyou like the fan speeda little higher than the “Auto Fan” speed, push the “LO”or “Hi” button until you see the “HiFan Auto Fan” u 140 on thedisplay. To get a fan speed thatis a little lower than the“Auto Fan” speed, push the “Lo” or “Hi” button until you see the“Auto Fan Lo Fan” on thedisplay. When first starting your vehicle with a cold engine, the fan speed will gradually increase as the temperatureof the engine coolant increases. Defiost To get fog or ice off the windshield, push the Defrost button. It will help a lot if you first clearany iceand snow from the hood and the air inlet(it’s between the hood and thewindshield). The fan speed operation is delayed if the engine is not at its normal operating temperature. Heated Windshield (Option) Front De-Ice Here’s how to use your heated windshield in cold weather to remove ice or frost quickly: 1. If any snow is piled up on thewindshield, brush it away. 2. Start your Cadillac and leave it in P (“Park”). 3. Push the switch. A light will come on to tell you it is working. The system will go off after a four minute heating cycle (two minutes if you shift out of “P” (Park) within the first two minutes of the cycle). If you want it to cycle again, push the switch. It will go on for two minute cycles after that.If it has cleared your windshield before the cycle isover, you can turnit off by just pushing the switch again. In warm weather the heatedwindshield system helps keep thevehicle’s interior cool by blocking much of the sun’s heat producing radiation. The system’s solar control propertiesalso help reduce interior fading. There is a metal film in the windshield which will blockout some radio or microwave signals.Therefore, the heated windshield will reduce the useful range of devices suchas garage door openersand radar detectors. (In certain states radar detectors are legal.) Rear Window Defogger To get fog or ice off the rear window, push the Rear Defogger button. With it, your rear window and both outside rearview mirrors are warmed. To turn it off, push the button again. After 10 minutes, it will go off by itself. To make it go longer, just push the button again. L .I .. . . Electronic Solar Sensor The Electronic Solar Sensor is part of the Electronic Climate Control System. It is located on topof your instrument panel speaker grill. The sensor monitors the sun's solar radiation by telling the Electronic Climate Control system what angle and the intensity the sun is at. The Electronic Climate Control thencan automatically make the necessary temperature adjustments. AUDIO SYSTEMS Your Dekoa sound system has been designed to operateeasily and give years of listening pleasure. But you will get themost enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself withit first. Find out what your Delcoa system can do and how to operate all its controls, to be sure you're getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it. A CAUTION: Hearing damage from loud noise is almostundetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful toyour hearing. Take precautions by adjusting thevolume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts toit. To help avoid hearing lossor damage: Adjust the volume control to thelowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly. NOTILL: L -,fore you add any 3ound cyuipmcllt tt, =ourvCllicle -- like :ape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio -- be sure you can addwhat you want. If you can, it's very importan ;odo it properly. Addedsound equipmentmay interfere with t ,peration of your vehicle's engine, Delcos radioor other systems, and even damage them. And, your vehicle's system ay interfere with the operationof sound equipment that h been ad( 1 improper cI '"9 I !lure i ~gsuunc De sure tocnecK Federa. . ephone units. nt, cn -111~1- -,,~7~--- K WII: a --bile radio a1 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). And, tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go. AM The range formost AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range,however, can cause stations to interferewith each other.AM can pickup noise fromthings like storms andpower lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it. This meansyour radio can produce quality AM sound comparable toFM stereo. AMAX3 reduces noise without reducing the high frequencies you need for the best sound. In addition to improved sound quality, AMAX8 includes more stationon theAM band. You don’t have to doanything in your radio because AMAX@is automatic. AM Stereo This means the Delco@system can receive C-QUAM8 stereobroadcasts. Many AM stations aroundthe country use C-QUAM3 toproduce stereo, though somedo not. (C-QUAM@is a registered trademarkof Motorola, Inc.) If your Delco@system can get C-QUAMa,your “STEREO” light will come onwhen you’re receivingit. How To Operate Your Sound System Does your Cadillac have the Compact Disc Music Systemor an Export Radio? If s o , please turn aheadto the part that describes your system.If please keep reading. a, 145 Pwr (Power) The power (or PWR) button turnsyour system on and off unless you have a Bose system. If you do, rotate the upperknob to turn it on and off. Your vehiclehas Retained Accessory Power (RAP). When you stop your vehicle and turn the ignition key to “Off”, you can still use your radio. The electrical power to the radiowill not shut off until you open a door or 10 minutes has passed. If you want this power for another 10 minutes, just turn thekey to “Run”and then back to “Off”. . The UpperKnob The upper knob does these three things: 0 It controls the volume. 0 It lets you see what station you have. (When the radio is on, push the knob to display the station). 0 It tells you the time. (When the ignition is off, push the knob to display the time.) Unless you have a Bose system,behind the upper knob is a balance control. Itmoves the sound between the leftand right speakers. Bose systems are already balanced from left to right, so they don’tneed that control. The Lower h o b Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations. Push it to get AM or FM. .. c _ . . The control behind the lower knob moves the sound between your front and rear speakers. SCAN When you push “SCAN”,the radio will find the next station and stay there a few seconds. Then it will go to thenext station andpause, and keep doing that. When you want it to stop,just push SCAN again. SEEK When you push “SEEK”, it also chooses stations, butit doesn’t keep moving as SCAN does. When you push SEEK, the radio goes to thenext station andstays there. Push Buttons I You can set thepush buttons to get upto eight favorite stations (four on AM and four more on FM). Just: a Tune in the station. 0 Push the SET button. Within 5 seconds, push one of the four push buttons. Repeat these steps for each station you select. If you want to, you can pre-set up to three more favorite stations on AM and up to three more on FM. To do that, use the buttons in pairs, like this: Tune in the station. 0 0 0 0 Push the SET button. Push any two of the push buttons that are next to each other. Repeat these steps foreach station you select. Whenever you push those buttons together,you’ll get the stationyou selected. Your Cassette Tape Player Your tape player is built to work best with tapes thatare 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that use such thin tape that they may not work well in this player. Tu Play A Cassette Tape A Have the radio on. Insert the tape squarely through the tape door. The longer side with the tapevisible goes in first. If you hear nothing or hear justa garbled sound, it may not be in squarely. Push EJECT to remove the tapeand start over. Once the tape is playing, use the upper and lower knobs for volume and balance, just as you do for radio. The arrows show which side of the tape is playing. To go forward to another partof the tapepush FWD. To go Wackward, push REV. To stop the tape, push the other buttonlightly. To go from one side of the tape to the other,push in the upper knob on your radio. To remove or stop the tape,push EJECT 148 7 If you do not have a Bose system, then please keep reading here. If you do have a Bose system, then please skip over to thepages that describe those systems. Your Graphic Equalizer Your equalizer lets you set thebass, midrange and treble to sound just theway you want. The 60 and 250 controls work the bass side. Midrange is the 1K. The 3.5K and 10K are treble sound controls. J gives you more sound in that range. Moving one of these controlsU Moving it down gives you less. We suggest that you start with the midrange (1K) control in the center. Then move the othercontrols until you get thesound you want. 11 you have the 10K control at or near the top, you may hear a “hiss”. To eliminate it, move the 10K control down until the “hiss” goes away. Loud (Loudness Button) The loudness button is next to the power button. Push it to get morebass sound. This is especially useful at lower volume levels. AM St (AM Stereo) The AM Stereo buttonis just below the power button. Push this when you tune toan AM station thatbroadcasts in stereo. Your “STEREO” light will come on when you’re receiving AM Stereo. (The“STEREO” light also comes on for an FM stereo station, butyou don’t have to push a button for that.)If you push “Am St” and thereis more noise, it means the stationis weak. You’ll hear that station better if you don’t use “Am St” Justpush the “Am St” buttonagain to deletestereo. Push-Freq (Program) Push the upperknob when playing a tape toswitch from one side of the tape tothe other. -. Search C r When you’re playing a tape, Search lets you jump aheadquickly to the start of the next selection. It makes the tape stopwhen it gets to the next place with 4 seconds or more of silence. To use Search: 0 Slide Search to the right, then Push Fwd. If you want to go back and heara selection you’ve just heard, Search will do that too. Justslide Search to theright and then push REV. The tape will go back to thelast silent place and start again from there. Choose the right bias(or “equalization”) for your tape. On your radio, you’ll find a CrOiM button: Now look at your tape, or on its label or box. It should say whether its bias (“equalization”) is 70 microseconds (70 u)or 120 microseconds (120 u).If it doesn’t say, chrome and metal tapes are 70 ,u sec and standard iron tapesare 120 u sec. For 70, push the Cr02 button in.For 120, itshould be out. If you don’t do this, the tape will still play, but the sound will not be as good as your systemcan provide. r c Delco Bose System Does your Cadillac have this Delco-Bose system? r 7 - - If it does, then please keep reading here. If not, then please turn ahead to the part thatdescribes your system. Setting the Tone BASS Move this lever up to hear more bass. TREBLE Move this lever up to hear more treble. For the clearest sound, keep both of these all the way up. If a station is weak and noisy, you can move TREBLE down to reduce the noise. DNR@*This is the Dynamic Noise Reduction button. Ithelps remove background hiss noise from the radio or tape player. You may wantto leave it pushed inall the time. r - *DNR@is a registered trademarkof National Semiconductor Corporation. 151 To Play a Cassette Tape Have the radio on. Insert the tape into the door marked “AUTO REVERSE”. Thelonger side with the tapevisible goes in first. Once the tapeis playing, the Volume, Treble, Bass,DNR@and speaker balance controls work just as they do for theradio. Cr02/M(Chromium DioxideIMetal) Choose the right bias (or “equalization”) for your tape. Your tape, onits label or box, should say whether its bias (or “equalization”) is 70 microseconds (70 p) or 120 microseconds (120 p). If it doesn’t say, 120 p chrome and metal tapes are 70 1.1sec and standard iron tapes are sec. For 70, push the Cr02/M button in. For 120, itshould be &. If you don’t do this, the tapewill still play,but the sound will not be as good as your system can provide. Arrows Below Tape Door These show whichside of the tapeis playing. When the lighted arrow points up (A), selections listed on top of the cassetteare playing. When the arrow points down (v), selections on the bottom are playing. Push-Freq (Program) To go from one side of the tape tothe other,push in the upper knob. The tape automatically changes sides when tape reaches the end. Fwd (Forward) Press this to move the tapeforward; press REV toreturn to playing speed. Rev (Reverse) Press this to move the taperapidly backward; press FWD toreturn to playing speed. 152 - Search (Music Search) - This feature makes it easy to play a tapeselection again, or toskip to the next selection. To use it, slide Search to theright. You’ll see the Search indicator light go on. To Play A Tape SelectionAgain: With Search on, press Rev. The tapewill goback to thebeginning of the selection that is playing. ~ To Play The Next Selection: - With Search on, press Fwd. The tapewill stop when it gets to thenext place with 4 seconds or more of silence. Dolby @ - - This featureautomatically removes noise on Dolby8 encoded tapes(no button is required). To Eject A Tape To remove or stop the tape, push Eject. *Dolby3 is a registered trademarkof Dolby Laboratories. 153 The Delco43ose Gold Series CompactDisc Music System 1 To Play the Radio The “Power” button turns theradio on and off. The Volume (or Vol) button adjusts the volume up or down. (Press the center to get a preset level.) am-fm Button Push this to get AM or FM. (The lighted display showsyour selection.) Seek Push the Seek button to go to thenext station and stay there. Push again and it will find the next station, and so on. Scan Push to heareach station for afew seconds. Push it again when you hear something you like and want to stay there. 154 Tune This button tuneswhile the buttonis held. Also, push A and then v at the same time to tuneup quickly. Push v and then A at thesame time to tune down quickly. Push Buttons The five push buttons let you return to favorite stations. They are also used when you play a disc. (5 AM and 5 FM), To set the push buttons forup to ten favorite stations just 0 Tune in the station 0 Push SET Within 5 seconds, push one of the push buttons. Whenever you push that button, the preset station will return. Rcl (Recall) Press to go between time and frequency on the display. You’ll get stereoby just tuning to any AM or FM station broadcasting in stereo. (“ST” will show on the display). am-st (Am Stereo) Push the “am-st” buttonif you don’t want AM Stereo, aswhen the station is weak or noisy. (“ST”will go off the display.) To Adjust The Tone (Bass or Treb) Press Bass A to increase bass, or Bass v to decrease. (Press the centerto get a recommended setting). Press Treb A to increase treble, or Treb to decrease. (Press the center to get a recommended setting). - To Balance The FrontAnd Rear Speakers (Fade) Press Fade A to increase thesound in the front,or Fade v to increase the sound in the rear. (Pressing in the centerbalances the sound.) The sound is factory-balanced between the left and right speakers, so there is no button for that. c.. To Play a Compact Disc . . Before you begin, please note: don’t use the mini-discs that are called “singles”. They won’t eject. Use full-size compact discs. If the disc player is veryhot, or if you’re driving on avery rough road, a disc may come out, not play or skip. As soon as things get back to normal, the disc should play again. Press Power to turn thesystem on. r rn Insert a disc partway into theslot, label side up.The player will pull it in. Wait a few seconds and the disc should play. k.. If the disc comes back out, check whether: 0 The disc is upside down a It is dirty, scratched, or wet 7 0 There’s too much moisture in the air (If there is, wait about one hour and try again). Rcl(Recall) Press “Rcl” button to see what track is playing.Press it again within 5 seconds to seehow long it has been playing. - ~ ~ - The track numberalso appears when you change the volume or when a new track startsto play. Prev (Previous) Press “Prev” button toplay a track again. If you hold this button, orpress it more than once, the disc will return to previous tracks. Press “Next” button to hearthe next track now (instead of waiting until the present trackis finished). If you hold this button, or press it more than once, the disc will advance further. - Rev (Reverse) Press and hold “Rev” button to returnrapidly to a favoritepassage. Release it to play the passage. FF (Fast Forward) Press and hold “FF” button to advance quickly within a track.Release it to resume playing. Comp (Compression) _ I Pressing the “Comp” buttonmakes soft and loud passages more nearly equal in volume. 157 To stop thedisc player: Press the Dower button or turnthe ignition key off. The disc stays in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped. OR I PressSt/Pl (Stop/Play). The disc willstop and .. . ._ the radiowill play. Press St/Pl to -. . .^. restart the disc. It will resume playing at thepoint where it stopped. . - I L OR Press Ejct. The disc willeject and the radio will play. The disc will start at track 1when yuu insert it again. Settiplg T%e Clock (Cussette Player) Have the radio C J ignition ~ on. Then: TOSet the Hour: Push Set, and within 5 seconds, Push Scan. Hold itin until the clock gets to the correcthour. Then let ro Set Minutes: Push Set, and within 5 seconds, Push Seek. Hold it in until theclock gets to the correct minute.Then let go. Your clockis set. 158 I 0 Setting The Clock (CD Player) Have the radioor ignition on. Then: To Set the Hour: Push Set, and within 5 seconds, 0 Push Seek. Hold it in until the clock gets to the correct hour. Thenlet go* To Set Minutes: e Push Set, and within 5 seconds, Push Scan. Hold it in until the clock gets to thecorrect minute. Then let go. Your clock isset. 0 To Play This Radio (Export Only) PWR _- To turn theradio on, press the PWR button. 159 The controlbehind the upperknob allows youto balance the sound between the right and left speakers. The Lower Knob Turn the lower knob to tuneradio stations. The tune knob increases and decreases frequency when it is slightly rotated against the spring load. Push it to get AM or FM. The controlbehind the lower knob fades thesound between your front and rear speakers. RCL It tells you the time. (When the ignition is off, push RCL to display the time.) With the radioon, when the time is displayed,push it to see the frequency. SEEK Pressing the SEEK A or v button will cause the receiver to seek the next higher or lower station andstop. SCAN When you press SCAN, the radiowill go to thenext station and pause and keep doing that until you press SCAN again. - Pushbuttons - The five pushbuttons letyou return tofavorite stations.You can set the pushbuttons for upto tenfavorite stations(5 AM and 5 FM). Just: Tune in the station you want to listen to. Press the SETpushbutton. (NOTE: The display will showSET for about 5 seconds.) Within the 5 seconds, push one of the five pushbuttons. SET will disappear fromthe display withthe station set. -_ 0 Whenever you press that button, the preset station will return. Clock .~ To set theclock, just: 0 -. 0 0 Press the SETbutton. Within 5 seconds, press and hold SCAN until the correct hour appears on the display. Press and hold SEEK A or until the correct minute appears on the display. - To Adjust The Tone -- c _ Use the levers next to the display to set the bass, midrange, and treble until you get the sound you want. The 60 and 250 levers adjust the bass; 1K is midrange; and 3.5K and 10K control the treble. We suggest youstart with the centerlever (E) in the midpoint position. Then move the others up or down until you get the amount of bass and treble you like. To Play a Cassette (Export Only) Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapeslonger than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. With the radio on, press tape a into the slot marked AUTO REVERSE (tape side goes in first). 161 Once the tapeis playing,use the upper andlower knobs for volume, balance, and fade justas you did for radio.The arrow in the graphic display above the word TAPE indicates which side of the tape is being played. PROG To go from one side of the tape to the other, press the PROG button. CrOt This button sets the tape bias. When playing highbias chrome or metal tapes, press the button to turn the Cr02 on in the graphic display. When playing standard bias tapes, press again to turn the CrO2 off. REV To rapidly reverse the tape,press REV and the tapewill rapidly reverse to thebeginning of the tape oruntil you press the REV button lightly. To rapidly advance the tape,press FWD and the tapewill rapidly go forward to theend of the tape oruntil you press the FWD button lightly. PREV To hear a passage on the tape thathas just played, press PREV and the tape will back up and stopat either thefirst 4-second quiet spot in the tape or when you press PREV again. NEXT To go immediately to thenext selection on thetape, press NEXT A 4-second quiet interval must be present for the tape to stop. EJECT To remove or stop the tapeand switch to radio,press the EJECTbutton. ST-PL To immediately switch from tape toradio, press the ST-PL button and the radio will resume playing the station thatwas tuned in when youinserted a tape.Pressing ST-PL again will allowthe tape toresume whereit stopped. Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleanedregularly can cause reducedsound quality, ruined cassettes, or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapesshould be stored in their cases away from contaminants, directsunlight, and extreme heat.If they aren’t, they may not operateproperly or cause failure of the tapeplayer. Your tape player should be cleanedregularly each month or after every 15 hours of use. If you notice a reductionin sound quality, try a known player is at fault.If this other good cassette to see if the tape or the tape cassette has no improvementin sound quality, clean the tapeplayer. Clean your tape player with a wiping-action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette, andfollow the directions provided with it. Cassettes are subject to wear and the soundquality may degrade over time. Always make sure thatthe cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced. Care of Your Compact Discs r Handle discs carefully.Store themin their original cases or other protective cases and away from directsunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution andclean it, wiping from the center to the edge. ?? - . . Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs. Pickup discs by grasping the outeredges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge. Power AntennaMast Care Your power antenna will look its best and work well if it’scleaned from time to time. To Clean the Antenna Mast: 1. Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna tofull mast extension. 2. Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or equivalent solvent. 3. Wipe cloth over the mast sections, removing any dirt. 4. Wipe dry withclean cloth before retracting. 5. Make the antennago up and down by turning the radio or ignition on and off. 6. Then repeat if necessary. 164 - r L J make the powerantenna go down. This will prevent themas from possibly getting damaged. If the antennadoes not go d cleaned. In either case, lo pressing the antenna down If the mast portion of your antenna is damaged, you can easily replace it. See your dealer for a replacement kit and follow the instructions in the kit. 165 YOUR DRIVING ANDTHE ROAD C Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varyingweather conditions. We’ve also included manyother useful tips on driving. ROAD SIGNS The road signs you see everywhere are coded by color, shape and symbols. It’s agood idea to know these codes so that you can quickly grasp the basic meaning or intent of the sign even before you have a chance to read it. 166 . Color of Road Signs n \ [ST0 P k r ‘DO NOT’! ~ N T E R J WRONG I WAY - A RED means STOP It may also indicate that somemovement is not allowed. Examples are DO NOT ENTER and WRONG WAY. . NO PASSING . c- RAILROAD ADVANCE CROSSING NO PASSING ZONE NARROW BRIDGE YELLOW indicates a general warning. Slow down and be careful when you see a yellow sign. It may signal a railroad crossing ahead, a no passing zone, or some other potentially dangerous situation. Likewise, a yellow solid line painted on theroad means “Don’t Cross.” I L - r A LOW SHOULDER WORKERS AHEAD FLAGGER AHEAD .- ORANGE indicates road construction or maintenance. You’ll want to slow downwhen you see an orangesign, as partof the road may be closed off or torn up. And there may be workers and maintenance vehicles around, too. L GREEN is used to guide the driver. Green signs mayindicate upcoming freeway exits or show the direction you should turn to reach a particular place. c- . c- ? H I HOSPITAL INFORMATION BLUE signs with whiteletters show motorists’ services. CANOEING SWIMMING BROWN signs point out recreation areas or points of historic or cultural interest. Shape of Road Signs The shape of the sign will tell you something, too. 169 / An OCTAGONAL (eight-sided) sign means STOP. It is alwaysred with white letters. A DIAMOND-shaped sign is a warning of something ahead -for example, a curve, steep hill, soft shoulder, or a narrow bridge. A TRIANGLE, pointed downward, indicates YIELD.It assigns the right-of-way to traffic on certain approaches to an intersection. A TRIANGULAR sign also is used on two-lane roads to indicatea NO PASSING ZONE. This sign will be on theleft side of the roadway. KEEP ONLY RIGHT LEFT OR THROUGH TURN RIGHT RECTANGULAR (square oroblong) signs showspeed limits, parking regulations, give directions, and such information as distances to cities. Symbols on Road Signs t - i t There aremany international road signs inuse today. The basic message of many of these signs is inpictures or graphic symbols. A picture within a circle with a diagonal line across it shows what not to do. I' . TRAFFIC LIGHTS m - 1 We’re all familiar with traffic lights or stop lights. Often green arrows are being used in the lights for improved traffic control. Onsome multilane roads, greenarrows light up, indicating that traffic in one ormore lanes can move or make a turn. Green arrows don’t mean “go no matterwhat.’’ You’ll still need toproceed with caution, yielding the right of way to pedestrians and sometimes to othervehicles. Some traffic lights also use red arrows to signify that you must stop before turning on red. L - VERSIBLE LANE ON MULTILANE ROADWAY -- Many city roads and expressways, and even bridges, use reversible-lane traffic control during rush hours. A red X light above a lane means no driving inthat laneat thattime. A green arrow means you may drive in that lane. Look for the signs posted to warn drivers what hours and days these systems are in effect. PAVEMENT M W N G S Pavement markings add to traffic signs and signals. They give information to drivers without taking attention from the roadway. A solid yellowline on your side of the road or lane means “don’t cross.” - YOUR OWN SIGNALS - Drivers signal to others, too. It’s not only more polite,it’s safer to let other drivers know what you are doing. And in some places the law requires driver signals. Turn and lane changesignals. Always signal when you plan to turn or change lanes. If necessary, you can use hand signals out thewindow: Left arm straight out for a left turn,down for slow or about-to-stop, and up fora right turn. Slowing down.If time allows, tap the brakepedal once or twice in advance of slowing or stopping. This warns the driver behind you. Disabled. Your four-way flashers signal that your vehicle is disabled or is a hazard. See “HazardWarning Flashers” in the Index. - TRAFFIC OFFICER The traffic police officer is also a source of important information. The officer’s signals govern, no matterwhat the traffic lights or othersigns say. The next section discusses some of the road conditions you may encounter. DEFENSIKE D m N G The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your Cadillac: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “beready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads,or freeways, itmeans “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or otherdrivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Beready for their mistakes. Expect children to dash out from behind parked cars, often followed by other children. Expect occupants in parked carsto open doors intotraffic. Watch for movement in parked cars-- someone may be about to opena door. 175 ~ -. Expect other drivers to run stopsigns when you are on a through street. Be ready to brake if necessary as you go through intersections. You may not have to use the brake, but if you do, you will be ready. If you’re driving through a shopping center parking lot where there are well-marked lanes, directional arrows, and designated parking areas, expect some drivers to ignore all these markings and dash straight toward one partof the lot. Pedestrians can be careless. Watch for them. In general, you must give way to pedestrians even if you know you havethe right of way. Rear-end collisions are about the most 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. Here’s a final bit of information about defensive driving. The most dangerous time for driving inthe U.S. is veryearly on Sunday morning. In fact, GM Research studies show that themost and theleast dangerous times for driving, everyweek, fall on thesame day. That day isSunday. The most dangerous time is Sunday from 3 a.m. to 4 a.m. The safest time is Sunday from 10 a.m. to 11a.m. Driving the same distance on aSunday at 3 a.m. isn’t just a little more dangerous than it is at 10 a.m. It’s about 134 times more dangerous! That leads to thenext section. DRUNKEN D R M N G Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to thehighway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol takes away three things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment 0 Muscular Coordination Vision Police records show that half of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol - a driver, a passenger or someone else, such as a pedestrian, had been drinking. In most cases, these deaths are theresult of someone 176 - i r L . 4 who wasdrinking and driving. Over 25,000 motor vehicle-related deaths occur each year becauseof alcohol, and thousandsof people are injured. Just how much alcohol is too much if a personplans to drive? Ideally, no one should drinkalcohol and then drive. But if one does, thenwhat’s “too much”? It can be a lot less than many mightthink. Although it depends on each person and situation, here is some general information onthe problem. The Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) of someone who is drinking depends upon fourthings: How much alcohol is in the drink. 0 The drinker’s body weight. a The amount of food that is consumed before and duringdrinking. 0 The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol. I According to theAmerican Medical Association, a 180-pound (82 kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end upwith a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4-ounce (120 ml) glassesof wine or three 177 mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 ml) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka. It’s the amountof alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC wouldbe close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a slightly lower BAC level. DRINKING THAT WILL RESULT IN A BAC OF .05°/o IN THE TIME SHOWN r L - r 3 HOURS 6 2 HOURS NUMBER OF DRINKS ISIn picture) 1 HOUR I I 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 BODY WEIQHT I N POUNDS The law in most US. states sets thelegal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In Canada thelimit is 0.08 percent, and in some other countriesit’s lower than that.The BAC will be over 0.10 percent after threeto six drinks (in one hour). Of course, as we’ve seen, it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks, and how quicklythe person drinks them. But it’s very important to keep in mind that the ability to drive .is affected well belowa BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chance of being in an accident increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0.05 percent or above. A driver with a BAC level of 0.06 percent (three beersin one hour fora 180-pound or 82 kg person) has doubled his or her chance of having an 178 ~. -_ -~ . - - accident. At a BAC level of 0.10 percent, the chance of that driver having an accident is six times greater; at a level of 0.15 percent, the chances are twenty-five times greater! And,the body takes about an hourto rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, aswhen a child darts into the street?A person with a higher BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision. There’s something else about drinking and driving that many people don’t know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries worse. That’s especially true for brain,spinal cord and heart injuries. That means that if anyone who has been drinking -driver or passenger -- is in a crash, the chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if that person had not beendrinking. And we’ve already seen that the chance of a crash itself is higher for drinking drivers. * Drinking and then drivingis very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, and judgment will be affectedby even a small amount of alcohol. You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drive after drinking. Please don’t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. Ride home’ina cab; or if you’re with a p u p , designate a driver who will not drink -- -- - CONTROL OF A WHICLE -- You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are thebrakes, the steering andthe accelerator. All three systems have to dotheir work at theplaces where the tiresmeet the road. 179 Sometimes, as when you’re drivingon snow or ice, it’s easyto ask more of those controlsystems than the tires and road can provide. That means you can lose control of your vehicle. BRAKING Braking action involves perception time and reactiontime. First, you have to decide to push on the brakepedal. That’s perception time. Then you haveto bring upyour foot and do it. That’sreaction time. - Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second. But that’s only an average. It might be less withone driver and as long as two or three seconds or morewith another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination, and eyesight all playa part. So do alcohol, drugs and frustration. But even in 3/4of a second, a vehicle movingat 60 mph (100 km/h) travels 66 feet (20 m). That could be alot of distance in an emergency, so keeping enough space between your vehicleand others is important. And, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatlywith the surfaceof the road (whetherit’s pavement or gravel); the condition of the road (wet, dry, icy); tire tread;and the condition of your brakes. Most drivers treat their brakeswith care. Some, however, overworkthe braking system withpoor driving habits. Avoid needless heavy braking. Some peopledrive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather thankeeping pace 180 with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Yourbrakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. a Don’t “ride” the brakes by letting your left foot rest lightly on the brake pedalwhile driving. CAUTION: “Riding” your braws can cause them to overheat to thepoint that they won’t work well. You might not be able to stopyour vehicle in time to avoid an accident. If you “ride” your brakes, they will get so hot they will require a lot of pedal force to slow you down. Avoid “riding” the brakes. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life. If your engine ever stops while you’re driving,brake normally but don’t pump your brakes. If you do, thepedal may get harder to push down. If your engine stops, you will still havesome power brake assist. But you will use it when you brake. Once thepower assist is used up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push. Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Cadillac has an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent skidding. This light on the instrument panel will go on when you start your vehicle. See “Anti-lock Brake System WarningLight” in the Index. I L r - Here's how anti-lock works. Let's say the road is wet. You're driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here'swhat happens with A B S . A computer senses that wheels are slowing down.The computer separately works the brakesat each front wheel and at the rearwheels. The anti-lock system can change the brakepressure faster thanany driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. -Youcan steer around theobstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. A CAUTION: I Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brakepedal. If you get too closeto thevehicle in frontof you, you won’thave time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to. stop, even t- lug ~ O Uhave anti-lock brakes. .. To Use Anti-Lock: Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down and letanti-lock work for you. When you start your vehicle and begin to drive away,you may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise. And you may even notice that your brake pedal moves a little while this is going on. This is the ABS system testing itself. You may also hear this during a hard stop. Traction Control System(Option) Your vehicle may have a traction controlsystem that limits wheelspin. This is especially useful in slippery road conditions. The traction control system worksat low speeds only, such as when you accelerate from a stop. It applies brakepressure to anindividual wheel that thesystem senses is about to spin. The “TRACTION ACTIVE’’light will appear in your ITER information center when your traction control system is working. 184 r r You may feel the system working, or you may notice somenoise, but this is normal. , , ,, . I I .- , -1 The “TRACTION OFF” warning light lets you know if your traction control system isnot working. See “Traction Control System Warning Light” in the Index. Disc Brake Wear Indicators Your Cadillac has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake padshave built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come andgo or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly). A CAUTION The brake wear waming sound means thgt sooner or later your brakes won’t work well. That could lead to an accident. when you hear the brake wear warning sound, have your vehicle serviced. ., 5- I 185 - VOTICE: I Cmtinuing to drive with worn-out brakepads could resultin costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brakesqueal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with yourbrakes. c Rear Drum Brakes Your rear drumbrakes don’t havewear indicators, but if you ever hear a rear brakerubbing noise, have the rear brakelinings inspected. Also, the rear brake drumsshould be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotationor changing. When you have the front brakes replaced, have the rear brakesinspected, too. Brake linings should always bereplaced as complete axle sets. Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brakepedal does not returnto normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be asign of brake trouble. Brake Adjustment Every time you make a moderate brake stop, your brakes adjust for wear. If you rarely make a moderateor heavier stop, then your brakes might not adjust correctly. If you drive inthat way, then -- very carefully -- make every 1000 miles (1600 km), so your a few moderate brake stops about brakes will adjust properly. Braking in Emergencies Use your anti-lock braking system whenyou need to. With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more thaneven the very best braking. 186 r i Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or thesystem fails to function, you can steer butit will take much more effort. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to takecurves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driverlost control” accidents mentioned on thenews happen oncurves. Here’s why: __ Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to thesame laws of physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tiresagainst the road surface makes it possible for thevehicle to change its path when you turn the frontwheels. If there’s no traction, inertiawill keep thevehicle going in the same direction.If you’ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you’ll understand this. The traction you can get in a curve depends onthe condition of your tires and the road surface, theangle at which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you’re in a curve, speed is the one factoryou can control. Suppose you’re steering througha sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Those two control systems -- steering and acceleration -- can overwhelm those places where the tires meetthe road and make you lose control. What should you do if this ever happens? Let up on the accelerator pedal, steer thevehicle the way you want it to go, and slow down. Speed limit signsnear curves warn that you should adjust your speed. Of course, theposted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions. Under less favorable conditions you’ll want to go slower. If you need to reduce your speed asyou approach a curve, do it before you enter thecurve, while your front wheels are straight ahead. Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through thecurve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerateuntil you are outof the curve, and then accelerategently into the straightaway. When you drive into acurve at night, it’s harder to see the road aheadof you because it bends away from the straight beams of your lights.This is one good reason todrive slower. -‘ I c c Steering in Emergencies There aretimes when steering can be moreeffective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in yourlane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out frombetween parked carsand stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking -- if you can stop in time.But sometimes you can’t; there isn’t room. That’s the time for evasive action -- steering around theproblem. Your Cadillac can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. Itis better toremove as muchspeed as you can from a possible collision.Then steer aroundthe problem, to the left or right depending onthe space available. . r )--r An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steeringwheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steerquickly, and justas quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoidedthe object. You must then be prepared to steerback to your original lane and then braketo a controlled stop. Depending onyour speed, this canbe ratherviolent for an unprepared driver. This is one of the reasonsdriving experts recommend that you use your safety belts and keep both hands on the steeringwheel. 188 L L I The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is agood reason to practice defensive driving at all times. OFF-ROAD RECOVERY You may find sometime thatyour right wheels havedropped off the edge of a road onto theshoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly belowthe pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then,if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edgeof the pavement. You can turn thesteering wheel up to1/4 turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge.Then turnyour steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. 189 QCe ROAD RECOVER) I -* - I / / If the shoulder appears to be about fourinches (100 mm) or more below the pavement, this difference can cause problems. If there is not enough room to pull entirely onto theshoulder and stop, thenfollow the same procedures. But if the right front tirescrubs against the side of the pavement, do NOT steer moresharply. Withtoo much steering angle, the vehicle mayjump back onto theroad with so much steering input that it crosses over into theoncoming traffic before you can bring it back under control. Instead, easeoff again on the acceleratorand steering input, straddle the pavement once more, then try again. PASSING The driver of a vehicle about topass another ona two-lane highway waits for justthe right moment, accelerates, moves around thevehicle ahead, then goes back into theright lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passinganother vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane asoncoming traffic for several seconds. A miscalculation, an errorin judgment, or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents -- the head-on collision. 7, r L _. t r ' L So here aresome tips for passing: 0 “Drive ahead.” Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations thatmight affect your passing patterns. If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait for a better time. 0 Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings, and lines. If you can see a sign up ahead thatmight indicate a turn or anintersection, delay your pass. Abroken center lineusually indicates it’s allright to pass (providing the road aheadis clear). Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane ora double solid line, even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic. 0 If you suspect that thedriver of the vehicle you want to pass isn’t aware of your presence, tap thehorn a couple of times before passing. 0 Do not get tooclose to thevehicle 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. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keepback a reasonable distance. 0 When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don’t get too close. Time your move so you will be increasing speed as thetime comes to move into the other lane. If the way is clear to pass, you will havea “running start” that more than makes up for the distance you wouldlose by dropping back. And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass, you need only slow down and dropback again and wait for anotheropportunity. 0 If other cars are lined to uppass a slow vehicle, wait your turn. But take carethat someone isn’t trying to pass you as you pull out topass the slow vehicle. Remember toglance over your shoulder and check the blind spot. 0 Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough aheadof the passed vehicle to see its frontin your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane. (Remember thatyour right outside mirror is convex. The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is.) 191 0 Try not to pass more than onevehicle at a time on two-lane roads. Reconsider before passing the next vehicle. Don’t overtake a slowly moving vehicletoo rapidly. Even though the brake lights are notflashing, it may be slowing downor startingto turn. If you’re being passed, make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you. Perhaps you can ease a littleto the right. LOSS OF CONTROL Let’s reviewwhat driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t haveenough the road to do what the driver has asked. friction where the tires meet In any emergency,don’t give up. Keep trying to steerand constantly seek an escape route or areaof less danger. Skidding In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable caresuited to existing conditions, and by not “overdriving” those conditions. But skids are always possible. The threetypes of skids correspond toyour Cadillac’s three control systems. In thebraking skid yourwheels aren’t rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force.And in the accelerationskid too much throttle causes the driving wheelsto spin. A cornering skid and anacceleration skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. If your vehiclestarts to slide (as when you turn a corner ona wet, snowor ice-covered road), easeyour foot off the acceleratorpedal as soon as you feel the vehicle start toslide. Quicklysteer theway you want the vehicle to go. If you start steeringquickly enough, your vehiclewill straighten out.As it does, straighten the front wheels. Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel,or other material is on the road.For safety, you’llwant to slow down and adjust your drivingto these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery 192 surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle 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 realizethe surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize warning clues -- such as enoughwater, ice or packed snow on theroad to make a “mirrored surface” -- and slow down when you have any doubt. Remember: Any anti-lock braking system ( A B S ) helps avoid onlythe braking skid. Steer theway you want to go. DRIPTNG AT NIGHT Night driving is more dangerous thanday driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to beimpaired -- by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here aresome tips onnight driving. 0 Drive defensively. Remember, this is the most dangerous time. 0 Don’t drink and drive. (See “DrunkenDriving” in the Index for more on this problem.) 193 Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlights behind you. Since you can’t see aswell, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and othervehicles. It’shard to tell how fast the vehicle ahead is going just by looking at its taillights. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads.Your headlights can light up only so much road ahead. 0 In remote areas,watch for animals. If you’re tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest. Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see thesame thing at night as a 20-year-old. What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision. For example, if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have lesstrouble adjusting to night. But if you’re driving, don’t wear sunglasses at night. They may cut down on glarefrom headlights, but they also make a lot of things invisible that should remain visible - such as parked cars, obstacles, pedestrians, or even trains blocking railway crossings.You may want to put on your sunglasses after you havepulled into a brightly-lighted service or refreshment area. Eyes shielded from that glaremay adjust more quickly to darkness back on the road.But be sure toremove your sunglasses before you leave the service area. IOU can be temporarily blinded by approaching lights. 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 (asfrom a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle withmisaimed headlights), slow down a little. Avoid staring directly into theapproaching lights. If there is a line of opposing traffic, make occasional glances over the line of headlights to make certain thatone of the vehicles isn’t starting tomove into your lane. Once you are past the bright lights, giveyour eyes time to readjustbefore resuming speed. 194 - High Beams 7 __ If the vehicle approaching you has its high beams on, signal by flicking yours to high and then back to low beam. This is the usual signal to lower the headlight beams. If the otherdriver still doesn’t lower the beams, resist the temptation to put your high beams on. This only makes two half-blinded drivers. On a freeway, use your high beams only in remote areas where you won’t impair approaching drivers. In someplaces, like cities, using highbeams is illegal. When you follow another vehicle on a freeway or highway, use low beams. True, most vehicles now have day-night mirrors that enable the driver to reduce glare. But outside mirrors are not of this type and high beams from behind can bother thedriver ahead. A Few More NightDriving Suggestions - Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean -- inside and out. Glare atnight is made much worse by dirt onthe glass. Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust. Tobacco smoke also makes inside glass surfaces very filmyand can be a vision hazard if it’s left there. Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would, making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly.You might even want to keep a cloth and someglass cleaner in your vehicle if you need to clean your glass frequently. Remember thatyour headlights light up farless of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve. Keep your eyes moving; that way, it’s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects. Just asyour headlights should be checked regularly for properaim, so should your eyes be examined regularly. Some drivers suffer from night blindness -- the inability to seein dim light -- and aren’teven aware of it. 195 D M N G IN THE RAlN --I.. 1 Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. Ona wet road you can't stop, accelerateor turn as well because your tire-to-road tractionisn't as good as ondry roads. And, if your tires don't have much tread left, you'll get even less traction. It's always wiseto go slower and becautious if rain startsto fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement. The heavier the rain, the harderit is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to seeroad signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road,and even people walking. Road spray can often be worse for vision than rain, especially if it comes from a dirty road. So it is wiseto keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signsof streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or when strips of rubber startto separatefrom the inserts. 196 i .. . Driving too fast through largewater puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow downbefore you hit them. I A CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to oneside. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water Or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up underyour tires that they can actually ride onthe water. This can happen if the road is wet enough andyou’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. You might not beaware of hydroplaning. You could drive along for some time without realizing your tires aren’t in constant contact with the road. You could find out the hardway: when you have to slow, turn, move out to pass -- or if you get hit by a gust of wind. You could suddenly find yourself out of control. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often.But it can if your tires haven’t much tread or if the pressure in one ormore 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 othervehicles, and raindrops“dimple” the water’s surface, there could be hydroplaning. Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There just isn’t a hard and fast rule abouthydroplaning. The best advice is to slow downwhen it is raining, and be careful. Some Other Rainy Weather Tips 0 Turn on your headlights -- not just your parking lights -- to help make you more visible to others. 0 Look for hard-to-see vehicles coming from behind. You may want to use your headlights even in daytime if it’s raining hard. Besides slowing down, allow some extra following distance. And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle. Allow yourselfmore clear room ahead,and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray. If the road spray is so heavy youare actually blinded, drop back. Don’t pass until conditions improve. Going more slowly isbetter than having an accident. 0 0 0 Use your defogger if it helps. Have good tires with proper tread depth.(See “Tires” in the Index.) 198 DRZWNG IN FOG, MISTAND HAZE ... d Fog can occur with high humidity or heavy frost. It can be so mild that you can see throughit for several hundred feet (meters).Or it might be so thick that you can see only a few feet (meters) ahead.It may come suddenly to anotherwise clear road.And it can be a major hazard. When you drive into a fog patch, your visibility willbe reduced quickly. The biggest dangers are striking the vehicle ahead orbeing struck by the one behind. Try to “read” thefog density down the road. If the vehicle ahead starts to become less clear or, atnight, if the taillights are harder to see, the fog is probably thickening. Slow downto give traffic behind you a chance to slow down. Everybody then has a betterchance to avoid hitting the vehicle ahead. A patch of dense fog may extend only for a few feet (meters)or for miles (kilometers); you can’t reallytell while you’rein it. You can only treat the situation with extreme care. One common fog condition -- sometimes called mist or ground fog -- can happen in weather that seems perfect, especially at night or in the early morning in valley and low, marshy areas. You can be suddenly enveloped in thick, wet haze that may even coat your windshield. You can often spot these fog patches or mist layers with your headlights. But sometimes they can be waiting for you as you come over a hill or dip into a shallow valley. I I Start your windshield wipersand washer, to help clearaccumulated road dirt. Slow down carefully. Tips on Driving in Fog If you get caught in fog,turn your headlights on low beam, even in daytime. You’ll see -- and be seen -- better. Don’t use your high beams.The light willbounce off the water droplets that make upfog and reflect back at you. Use your defogger. In high humidity, evena light buildup of moisture on the inside of the glass willcut down on your already limited visibility. Run your windshield wipersand washer occasionally. Moisture can buildup on the outsideglass, and what seems to be fog may actuallybe moisture on the outside of your windshield. Treat dense fog as an emergency. Try to find a place to pull off the road. Of course you want to respect another’s property, but you might need to put something between you and moving vehicles-- space, trees, telephone poles, a private driveway, anythingthat removes you from other traffic. If visibility isnear zero andyou must stop but are unsure whether you are away from the road, turn your lightson, startyour hazard warning flashers, and sound your horn at intervals or when you hear approaching traffic. Pass other vehicles in fog only if you can see far enough ahead to pass safely. Even then, be preparedto delay yourpass if you suspect the fog is worse up ahead.If other vehicles try to pass you, make it easy for them. CITYDlUPTNG One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out forwhat the otherdrivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here areways to increase your safety in city driving: 0 Know the bestway to get to where you are going. Try not todrive around trying to pick out a familiar street orlandmark. Get a city map and plan your trip into anunknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. 0 Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You’ll save time and energy. (See the next section, “Freeway Driving.”) 0 Treat a green light as awarning signal. A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it. When alight turns green, and just before you start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersectionor may be running the red light. Obey all posted speed limits. But remember that they are for ideal road, weather and visibility conditions. You may need to drive below the posted limit in bad weather or when visibility is especiallypoor. Pull to the right (with care) and stop clearof intersections when you see or hear emergency vehicles. FREEWAYDWNG 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 on freeway drivingis: Keep upwith traffic and keep to theright. Drive at the same speed most of the otherdrivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow drivingbreaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane. Entering the Freeway At the entrance thereis usually a ramp that leadsto thefreeway. If you have a clearview of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic.Try to determinewhere you expect to blend with the flow. If traffic is light, you may have no problem. But if it is heavy, find a gap as you move along the entering lane and time your approach. Try to merge into thegap at close to the prevailing speed. 202 Switch on your turn signal, check your rearview mirrors as you move along, and glance over your shoulder as often asnecessary. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow. Driving on the Freeway Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed to theposted limit or to the prevailing rate if it’s slower. Stay inthe right lane unless you want to pass. If you are ona two-lane freeway, treat theright lane as the slow lane and the left lane as the passing lane. If you are ona three-lane freeway, treat theright lane as theslower-speed through lane,the middle lane as thehigher-speed through lane,and the left lane as thepassing lane. Before changing lanes, check your rearview mirrors. Then use your turn signal. Just beforeyou leave the lane, glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn’tanothervehicle in your “blind” spot. If you are moving from an outside to a center lane on freeway a having more than two lanes, make sure another vehicle isn’t about tomove into the same spot. Look at thevehicles two lanes over and watch for telltale signs: turn signals flashing, an increase in speed, or moving toward the edge of the lane. Be prepared to delay your move. Once you are moving on thefreeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slowerat night. Leaving the Freeway When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lanewell in advance. Dashing across lanes at thelast minute is dangerous. If you miss your exit do not, under any circumstances, stop andback up. Drive on to the next exit. At each exit point is a deceleration lane. Ideally it should be long enough for you to enter it at freeway speed (after signaling, of course) and then do your braking before moving onto theexit ramp. Unfortunately, not all deceleration lanesare long enough -- some are too short forall the braking. Decide when to startbraking. If you must brake on the through lane, andif there is traffic close behind you, you can allow a little extra 203 time and flash your brake lights (in addition to your turn signal) as extra warning that you are aboutto slow down and exit. The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, notto your sense of motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are. Forexample, 40 mph (65 kmh)might seem like only 20 mph (30 krn/h). Obviously, this could lead to serious trouble on a ramp designed for 20 mph (30 km/h)! D m N G A LONG DISTANCE Although most long trips today are made onfreeways, there arestill many made on regular highways. Long-distance driving on freeways and regular highways is the same in some ways. The triphas to be planned and the vehicle prepared, you drive at higher-than-city speeds, and there arelonger turns behind the wheel. You’ll enjoy your trip moreif you and your vehicle are in good shape. Here aresome tips for a successfullong trip. BEFORE LEAWNG ONA LONG TMP Make sureyou’re ready. Try to be well rested. If you must start when you’re not fresh-- such as after a day’s work -- don’t plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in. Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it serviced and maintained, it’s ready to go. If it needs service, have it done before starting out.Of course, you’ll find experienced and ableservice experts in Cadillac dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it. Here aresome things you can check before a trip: Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? 0 Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? 204 c 0 Lights: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? 0 Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip.Is the tread good enough forlong-distance driving? Are the tiresall inflated to therecommended pressure? 0 Weather Forecasts: What’s the weather outlook along your route? Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system? Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? ON THE ROAD ___ Unless you are theonly driver, it is good to share thedriving task with others. Limit turns behind the wheel to about 100 miles (160 km) or two hours at a sitting. Then, eitherchange drivers or stop for some refreshment like coffee, tea orsoft drinks and somelimbering up. But do stop andmove around. Eat lightly along the way. Heavier meals tend to make some people sleepy. On two-lane highways or undivided multilane highways that do not have controlled access, you’ll want to watch for some situations not usually found on freeways. Examples are: stop signs and signals, shopping centers with direct access to thehighway, no passing zones and school zones, vehicles turning left and right off the road, pedestrians,cyclists, parked vehicles, and even animals. HIGHFKAY HIPNOSIS __ Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is itjust plain falling asleep at thewheel? 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 humof the tires on theroad, the droneof the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy. Don’t let it happen toyou! If it does, your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second, and you could crash and be injured. What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be aware that it can happen. 205 Then here are some tips: Make sure your vehicle is wellventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the sides. Check your rearview mirrors frequently and your instruments from time to time. This can help you avoid a fixed stare. Wear good sunglasses in bright light. Glare can cause drowsiness. But don't wear sunglasses at night. They will drastically reduce your overall vision at thevery time you need all the seeing power you have. 0 If you get sleepy, pulloff the road into a rest, service, or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or both. For safety, treat drowsiness on thehighway as an emergency. As in any drivingsituation, keeppace with traffic and allow adequate following distances. HILL AND MOUNTMN ROADS U Driving on steephills or mountains is different from driving inflat or rolling terrain. .- If you drive regularly in steepcountry, or if you’re planning to visit there, here aresome tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. 0 Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These partscan work hard on mountain roads. 0 Know howto go down hills.The most important thing to know is this: let your engine do some of the slowing down. Don’t make your brakes do it all. Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep orlong hill. That way, you will slowdown without excessive use of your brakes. I A CAUTION: If you don’t shift down, your brakes could get so hot that they or even wouldn’t work well.You would then have poor braking none goingdown a hill. You could crash. Shiftdown to let your enginc ssist your brakes on a steep downhill slope. - A ‘CAUTION: Coasting downhill in “N” (Neutral) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of sllowing down. They could get so hot that they wouldn’t work well. You could crash. Always have your engine running and your vehicle i :ea when yo1 ,adownhill, 0 - 0 Know how to go uphill. Shift down to “3” (Drive). This will help cool your engine and transaxle, and you can climb the hill better. Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane roads in hills or mountains. Don’t swing wideor cut across the centerof the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay inyour own lane. That way, you won’t be surprised by a vehicle coming toward you in the same lane. 207 e It takes longer to pass another vehicle when you're going uphill. You'll want to leave extra room to pass. If a vehicle is passing you and doesn't have enough room, slow down to make it easier for the other vehicle to get by. c _ L As you go over the topof a hill, be alert. There could be something in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. a You may see highway signson mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area, or winding roads. Be alert to these and take appropriate action. 0 Winter driving can present special problems. See Index under "Winter Driving." 0 Parking on Hills Hills and mountains mean spectacular scenery. But please be careful where you stop if you decide to look at theview or take pictures. Look for pull-offs or parking areas provided for scenic viewing. 4. - Another part of this manual tells how to use your parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Index). But ona mountain or steephill, you can do one morething. You can turn your front wheels to keep your vehicle from rolling downhill or outinto traffic. Here’s how: Parking Downhill Turn your wheels to the right. I _ You don’t have to jam your tires against the curb, if there is a curb. A gentle contact is all youneed. 209 Parking Uphill If there is a curb, turn your wheelsto the left if the curb is at the right side of your vehicle. 210 If there is no curb when you’reparking uphill, turn thewheels to theright. If there is no curb when you’re parking uphill on theleft side of a one-way street, your wheels should be turned to the left. Torque Lock (Automatic Transaxle) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into “P” (Park) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl inthe transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of “P” (Park). This is called “torque lock.’’ To prevent torque lock, always be sure toshift into “P” (Park) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see “Shifting Into “P” (Park)” in the Index. If “torque lock” does occur,you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to takesome of the pressure from the transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever out of “P” (Park). WINTER DRIITNG Here aresome tips forwinter driving: Have your Cadillac in good shape forwinter. Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct. Snow tires can help in loose snow, but they may give youless traction on ice than regular tires. If you do not expect to bedriving indeep snow, but may haveto travel over ice, youmay not want to switch to snow tires atall. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. 212 C r Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth, and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe 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 lot less traction or "grip" and will need to be very careful. What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more troublebecause it may offer the least traction of all. You can get “wet ice” when it’s about freezing (32OF; O°C) and freezing rain begins to fall. Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there. Whatever the condition -- smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow -drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate toofast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tireseven more. Your anti-lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stop ona slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you wouldon dry pavement. See “Anti-lock” inthe Index. 0 Allow greater following distance on any slippery roaa. 0 Watch for slippery spots. The road might be fine until you hit a spot that’s covered with ice. On an otherwise clear road,ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can’t reach: aroundclumps of trees, behind buildings, or under bridges. Sometimes the surface of a 214 curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surroundingroads are clear. If you see a patch of ice ahead of you, brake before you are on it. Try not tobrake while you're actually on the ice, and avoid sudden steering maneuvers. IfYou%e Caught in a Blizzard r If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serioussituation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you knowfor sure that you you can hike through the snow. Here are some things are near help and to do to summon help and keepyourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers. Tie ared cloth to your vehicle to alertpolice that you've been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators fromnewspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keepwarm. You can run theengine to keep warm, but be careful. a I A 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 orsmell it, so you might not know it isin your vehicle. Clear away snow from around thebase of your vehicle ,especially any that isblocking your exhaustpipe. And checkaround again fromtime to timeto be sure snow doesn’t collectthere. Open a window just a little on the sideof the vehicle that’saway from thewind. This will help keep CO out. I Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. Thisuses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged. You will need awell-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later onwith your headlights. Let the heater run forawhile. Then, shut theengine off and close the window almost allthe way to preserve the heat. Start theengine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable fromthe cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuelas longas you can. To help keepwarm, you can getout of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour orso until help comes. 216 1 ID If You’re Stuck in Deep Snow This manual explains how to get the vehicle out of deep snow without damaging it. See “Rocking Your Vehicle” inthe Index. TOWING A T W L E R ‘ I A CAUTION: If you don’t use the correct equipmentand drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakesmay not work well -- or even at all. You and your passengerscould be seriously injured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the stepsin this section. Your vehicle can tow a trailer. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer” that appears laterin this section. But trailering is different than justdriving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, durability, and fuel economy. Successful, safe traileringtakes correct equipment, and it has to beused properly. That’s the reason for this section. In it are many time-tested, important trailering tips andsafety rules. Many of these are important foryour safety and thatof your passengers. So please read this sectioncarefully before you pull a trailer. Load-pulling components such as the engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies, and tires are forced to work harder against the dragof the added weight. The engine is required to operate atrelatively higher speeds and under 217 greater loads, generating extra heat.What’s more, the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance, increasing the pulling requirements. All of that means changes in: 0 Handling Durability Fuel economy If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here aresome important points. 0 There aremany different laws having to dowith trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state orprovincial police. 0 Consider using a sway control. 0 You can ask a hitch dealer aboutsway controls. 0 Don’t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles (800 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, axle or otherparts could be damaged. 0 Then, during the 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 partsof your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads. Three important considerations have to dowith weight: 1. Weight of the nailer How heavy can a trailer safely be? It should never weigh more than 1,000 pounds (453 kg). But even that can be tooheavy. It dependson how you plan to use your rig. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important. And, it can also depend onany special equipment that you haveon your vehicle. You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at Cadillac. 0 I , In Canada,write to General Motorsof Canada Limited, Customer Assistance Center, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7. 2. Weight of the Trailer Tongue When a trailer is connected to your vehicle, the trailertongue adds to theweight your vehicle is carrying. So, remember to subtractthe weight of the trailer tonguefrom your vehicle’scapacity weight. The trailer tongue (A)should weigh 10% of the total loaded trailer weight (B). After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailerand then thetongue, separately, to seeif the weights are proper. If they aren’t, you may be able to get themright simply by moving some items around in the trailer. 3. Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the limit for cold tires. You’ll find thesenumbers on the Certification label at the rearedge of the driver’s door (or see “Tire Loading” in the Index). Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle. Hitches 1 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 aresome rules to follow: 219 e Will you haveto make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If you do, thenbe sure toseal the holes later when you remove the hitch. If you don’t seal them,deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get into your vehicle (see “Carbon Monoxide’’ inthe Index). Dirt and water can, too. e Don’t let thesteel in a hitch contact the aluminum on your bumper. If you do, the two willcorrode. You can use something like paint or plastic tape to separate the steel and aluminum. The same steel to aluminum problem can happen with fasteners, too. Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailerso that the tongue will not drop to theroad if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions aboutsafety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailermanufacturer. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for attaching safety chains. Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig. And, never allow safety chains to drag on theground. L Trailer Brakes Does your trailer have its own brakes? Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you’ll be able toinstall, adjust and maintain them properly. Because you have anti-lock brakes, do not try to tap into your vehicle’s brake system. If you do, both brake systems won’t work well, or at all. Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requiresa certain amountof experience. Before setting out forthe openroad,’you’llwant to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feelof handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. Andalways keep in mind that thevehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly so responsive as your vehicle is by itself. Before you start, check the trailerhitch and platform, safety chains, electrical connector, lights, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has .-. electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailermoving and then apply the trailer brake controllerby hand to be sure the brakes are working. This lets you check your electrical connection at the sametime. During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that theload is secure, and that thelights and any trailer brakesare still working. Following Distance Stay at least twice as farbehind the vehicle ahead asyou would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoidsituations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing You’ll need more passing distance up aheadwhen you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal longer,you’ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane. Backing Up Hold the bottomof the steering wheel with one hand. Then, tomove the trailer to the left, just move that hand tothe left. To move the trailer to th.e right, move your hand to theright. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. Making Turns When you’re turning with a trailer, makewider 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 has to have a different turnsignal flasher and extrawiring. The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn orlane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lights will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop. When towing a trailer, the greenarrows on your instrument panel will flash for turnseven if the bulbs on the trailerare burned out. Thus,you 221 may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not. It’s important to check occasionallyto besure the trailerbulbs are still working. Your vehicle has bulb warning lights. When you plugtrailer lights into your vehicle’s lighting system,its bulb warning lights may not let you know if one of your lights goes out. So, when you have trailer lights plugged in, be sure tocheck your vehicle and trailer lights from time to time to be surethey’re all working.Once you disconnect the trailerlights, the bulb warning lights again can tell you if one of your vehicle lights is out. Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. On a long uphill grade, shift down to “3” (Drive) and reduce your speed to 45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating. Parking on Hills You really should not parkyour vehicle, with a trailer attached, ona hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailercan be damaged. But if you ever have to parkyour rig on a hill, here’s how to doit: 1. Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into “P” (Park) yet. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailerwheels. 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Reapply the regular brakes. Thenshift into “P” (Park) firmly and apply your parking brake. 5. Release the regular brakes. 222 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: 0 0 Start your engine; Shift into a gear; and Be sure the parking brake has released. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop andhave someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more onthis. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don’t overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system, and brake adjustment. Each of these is covered in this manual, and the Index will help you find themquickly. If you’re trailering, it’s a good idea to review these sections beforeyou start your trip. Check periodically to see thatall hitch nuts and boltsare tight. 223 PROBLEMS ON THE ROAD "\ Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 224 _HAZARD W M I N G FLASHERS '/ .. Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on andoff. Press the buttonin to make your front and rear turnsignal lights flash on andoff. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter whatposition your key is in, and even if the key isn't in. I -- m - 5;$+ .L ~ .&A'<,,, To turn off the flashers, pull out on the collar. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won't work. c -Y '* I OTHER W M I N G DEWCES If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one upat the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. - JUMP STARTING 1 C r If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Cadillac. But please follow the steps below todo itsafely. Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: a They contain acid 0 :- at can b 7 n you. They contain a that can explode or ignite. a They contaih enough electricitvto burn you. If you don't follow these steps exactly, some or all of these things can hurt you. 226 c-c loring these steps could rt Llt in costly damage to YOU rehicle that wouldn’t bt lvered bv v o w warranh Trying to startyour Cadillac by pushing or pulling it won’twork, and it could damage your vehicle. TO JUMP STAlzT YOUR CADILLAC: 1. Check the othervehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. 2. Get thevehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, butbe sure thevehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be ableto start your Cadillac, and thebad grounding could damage the electrical systems. A CAUTION: You could be injured if the vehicles roll. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle.Put an automatic transaxlein “P” (Park). 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Turn off all lights that aren’t needed, and radios.This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. And it could save your radio! 227 5. Check that the jumpercables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here aresome basic things you should know. Positive (+ ) will go to positive (+) and negative (-) will go to negative (-) or a metal engine part. Don’t connect (+) to (-) or you’ll get a short thatwould damage the battery and maybe other parts, too. A CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine partscan injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once theengines are running. L * 6. Start by removing the red positive (+) terminal cover. L’ .. . . . ..I 7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to thepositive (+) terminal of the vehicle withthe dead battery. 7 L 8. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. 9. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good battery’s negative (-) terminal. Don’t let the otherend touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative cable doesn’t go to the deadbattery. It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on theengine of the vehicle withthe dead battery. 10.Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45cm) away from the dead battery, but not nearengine parts thatmove. The electrical connection is just as good there, but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less. 230 - r 11.Now start thevehicle withthe good battery and runthe engine for awhile. 12.Try to start thevehicle withthe dead battery. If it won’t start after afew tries, itprobably needs service. 13.Remove the cables in reverse order to preventelectrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch eachother orany other metal. E CABLES IN THIS ORDER TOMNG YOUR mHICLE Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing servicetow your Cadillac. The usual towing equipment is a sling-type, or a wheel-lift, or car carriertow truck. CAR CARRIER . SLING-TYPE J n J WHEEL LIFT . V If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may not be correct. Before you do anything, turn on thehazard warning flashers. When you call, tell the towing service: That your vehicle cannot be towed from the frontwith sling-type equipment. That your vehicle has front-wheel drive. The make, model, and year of your vehicle. Whether you can still move the shift lever. If there was an accident, what was damaged. 232 7 When thetowing service arrives, let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations. The operator may want to see them. ~ , . . A CAUTION: To help avoid injury to you or others: B c Never let passengers ride ina vehicle that is being towed. 0 N- . er tow faster than safe or posted speeds. 0 Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. 0 Never get under your vehicle after it hasbeen lifted by the tow truck. 0 Always use separate safety chains on each side when towing a vehicle. 0 Never use “J” hooks. Use T-hooks instead. 1 J *, f L When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key off. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing service. Do not use the vehicle’s steering column lock for this. The transaxle should be in Neutral and the parking brake released. Don’t have your vehicle towed on the frontwheels, unless you must. If the vehicle must be towed on thefront wheels, don’t go more than55 mph (88 km) or farther than500 miles (800 km) or your transaxle will be damaged. If these limits must be exceeded, then the frontwheels have to be supported ona dolly. AC UTION: A vehicle can fall from a car carrierif it isn’t properly secured. This cancause a collision, serious personal injury and vehicle damage. The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or steel cables before it is transported. Don’t use substitutes (ropes, leather straps,canvas webbing, etc.) that can be cut by sharp edges underneath thetowed vehicle. Front - -,wing Hook- Ups Do not tow wi Use safety chains and wheel straps. 234 - ., Rear Towing Hook-Ups Attach “T” hook chains to the slots in bottom of floor pan No 4x4 wood beam required. Position lower sling crossbar directly under the rearbumper. Attach a separate safety chain around each control arm inboard of the springs. 235 ENGINE 0VERH.EATING YOUwill find the two warning lights about a hot engineon your Cadillac instrument panel. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine: A CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn itoff and get everyone away from the vehicle until itcools down. Wait until thereis no sign of steam or coolant before opening the hood. I If you keep driving when your engine is overheated, the liquids in itcan catch fire. You or others could be badly burned. Stop your engine if it overheats, and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool. 1 - Il - I -- If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine: If you get the overheat warning but see or hear nosteam, the problem may not be tooserious. Sometimes the engine can get a littletoo hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high speed driving. - 0 Idle for long periods in traffic. 0 Tow a trailer. -- . If you get the overheatwarning with no sign of steam, try this for a - minute or so: 1. Turn off your air conditioner. - 2. Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3. If you’re in a traffic jam, shift to “N”(Neutral). - If you no longer have the overheatwarning, you can drive. Just tobe safe, drive slower for about tenminutes. If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can drive normally. If the warning continues, pull over, stop,and park your vehicle right away. If there’s still no sign of steam, you can idle the engine for two or three minutes while you’re parked, to see if the warning stops. But then, if you still have the warning, TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND GET EVERYONE OUT OF THE VEHICLE until it cools down. You may decide not tolift the hood butto get service help right away. e. L_ 237 COOLING SYSTEM . .. ... - 6 ’ . - .3 ..... c. c t ‘I When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: \ Coolant recovery tank 7 Radiator pressure cap 7 Electric engine fans ’ I A CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and toolsaway from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolantrecovery tank is boiling, don’tdo anything else until it cools down. 238 The coolant level should be at orabove near “FULL COLD.” If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhereelse in the cooling system. A CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them.If you do, you can be burned. Dodbrun the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak Pied before you drivethe vehicle. ng your engine witrwutcoularr~isn’t If there seemsto be no leak, check to see if the electric engine fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fansshould be running. If they aren’t, your vehicle needs service. 239 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolantlevel isn’t at or above near “FULL COLD.” add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and a proper antifreezeat the coolantrecovery tank. (See “Engine Coolant”in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mix.) t-- 1 i A CAUTION: I J d i n g only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquidlike alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mix will. Your vehicle’scoolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix. With plain water or the wrong mix,your engine 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 mix of clean water and a proper antifreeze. iL ,& r- c- 240 A CAUTION: I c- You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolantin the coolant recovery tank is at or above near “FULL COLD,” start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolantmix directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling systemis cool before you do it. 241 0 Steam and scalding liquidsfrom a hot cooling systemcan blow out andburn you badly. They are underpressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure'capeven a little they can come out at high speed. Neverturn the capwhen the cooling system, including theradiator pressurecap, is hot. Wait for thecooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever haveto turn the pressurecap. -- U. -- 7- L r How to AddCoolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly to theleft until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear ahiss, wait for that to stop.A hiss means there is still some pressure left. 1 i 243 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. .&. i 1- 3. Fill the radiator with the proper mix,up to the base of the filler neck. 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to “FULL COLD.” c- k r 7 5. Put the cap back on thecoolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fans. 7. By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the propermix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck. 245 I 8. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure thearrows on the pressure cap line up like this. IF A TIRE GOES FLAT It’s unusual for a tireto “blow out” while you’re driving, especiallyif you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tirefails, the flat tire will create a drag thatpulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, then gently brake to a stopwell out of the traffic lane. A rear blowout, particularly on acurve, 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 acceleratorpedal. Get thevehicle under control by steering theway you want the vehicle to go. It may be very bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently brake to a stop, well off the road if possible. If your tire goes flat, thenext section shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely. C W G I N G A FLAT TIRE If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire andwheel damage by driving slowlyto a level place. Turnon your hazard warning flasher. A CAUTION: Changing a tire cancause an injury. The vehicle can slipoff the jack androll over you or otherpeople. You and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 0 Put the shift lever in “P” (Park). 0 Set the parking brake firmly. 0 Turn off the engine. To be even more sure the vehicle won’t move, you can put chocks at the front and rear of the tire farthestaway from the one being changed. That would be the tireon the other sideof the vehicle, at the opposite end. I The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. The equipment you will need is in the trunk under themat and cover. Rotate theplastic cover nut and remove the cover to access the compact spare andjack. If your vehicleis equipped with either the Coachbuilder or the Heavy-Duty Livery Packages,you will have a full size spare tirein place of a compact spare. Start with the jack and the wheel wrench. CI - Attach the wheel wrench to the jack bolt and rotate it clockwise (to theright). Thatwill raise the lift head a little. If your vehicle has a wire wheel cover or an aluminum wheel, read the part thatdescribes your wheel. Aluminum Wheels Use the flat end of the wheel wrench. Insert into the small slot on the wheel and gently remove the center cover. Be careful not to drop thecover on the ground,you could scratch it. Now see “Jacking and Removing Flat Tire.” Wire M e e l Cover H Use this special wheel wrench. '. . Put the flat end here, Be careful not to drop the cover on the - end omer ..1. - Use the of the wire wheel wrench like this. Remove the special anti-theft wheel nut by turning it counterclockwise. ,I_ ~ ~ ~~ __ Remove the wheel disc. Jacking and Removing Flat Tire Using the whee-lwrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them, yet. Your Cadillac has a notch on the frame near eachof the wheels. Fit the lift e head into thenotch 1 nearest thewheel with the flat tire. - The jack handle hasmarkings at 8” for the rear andlo” for the frontto use which will help you to locate the jacking notches in the frame. 7 A CAUTION: - !tting undera vehicle when itis jacked up is dangerous.If the or killed. vehicle slips off the jack,you could be badly injured Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. * Now raise the vehicle. Just keep rotating the wheel wrench, on the jack, to theright (clockwise). Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the flat tire to come off and the compact spare to fit. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. r -. ---. .- . - a- L 252 . .. c A CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or onthe parts to which it is fastened, can make thewheel nuts become looseafter a time. The wheel could come off'and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicte. In a emergency, you could use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wipe brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust'ordirt off. - I Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces or spare wheel. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. I .Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 253 7 I” I :- Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. _. ’. .. - Lower the vehicle completely by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. c 254 ._ Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence as shown. A CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts orimproperly tightened wheel nuts can cause thewheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correctwheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get the right kind. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nutstightened with a torque wrench to 140 N*m (100 ft. lbs.). Don’t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It won’t fit. Store thewheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced. 255 I A CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire otk or --* equipment in the passengers compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone. Storeall these in the proper place. Now put all the equipmentback in the cal Just follow this drawing COMPACT SPARE TIRE Although the compact spare was fullyinflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 Wa). Thecompact spare is made togo up to3,000 miles (5000 km), so you can finish yourtrip andhave your full-sizetire repaired or replaced where you want. Of course, it’s best toreplace your spare with a full-size tire as soon as you can. Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again. 256 E ;.. P Don’t use your compact spare onsome other vehicle. And don’t mix your compact spare orwheel with other wheels or tires. They won’t fit. Keep your spare andits wheel together. A CAUTION: Storing ajack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury.In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. r IF YOU’RE STUCK: IN SAND,MUD, ICE OR SNOW What you don’twant to do when your vehicle isstuck is to spin your wheels. The methodknown as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution. 257 A CAUTION: If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can explode and you or otherscould be injured. And, the transaxle or other partsof the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine fire or other damage. When you’re stuck, spin thewheels as little as possible. Don’t spin thewheels above35 mph (55 km/h) as shown on the beedometer. transaxle back and forth, you can destroy your transarlRocking your vehicle to get it out: First, turnyour steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. Then shift back and forth between “ R ’ (Reverse) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. Release the acceleratorpedal while you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear. If that doesn’t get you out after a few tries, you may need to be towed out. If you do need to be towed out, see“Towing Your Vehicle”in the Index. L Using the Retrieval Hook (Export Onlvr t If you ever get stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow, your vehiclemay be equipped with a retrieval hook. The retrieval hook is provided at theleft rear of your vehicle. You may need to use it if you’re stuck off-road and need to be pulled to someplace where you can continue driving. The retrieval hook, whenused, is under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hook at a sideways angle. The hook could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back. NOTICE s e r use the retrieval hook to ta .. the vehicle. You- .rehid l a h i h~ ?amaged and i t --kl not be coveredby warrarh 259 - SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE Here you will find information about the careof your Cadillac. This Section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a section devoted to its appearance care. -. SERWCE Your Cadillac dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to behappy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer forall your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keepyour GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: L ~ Deleo Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to dosome of your own servicewax, you’ll want to get the proper Cadillac Service Manual. It tells you much more abouthow to service your Cadillac than this manual can. To order the properservice manual, see “Service Publications” in the Index. You should keep a record with all parts receipts andlist the mileage and the dateof any servicework you perform. See “MaintenanceRecord” in the Index. -” . , I A CAUTION: You can be injured if you try to do service workon a vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, and the proper replacement parts andtools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. Be sure to use the proper nuts,bolts and otherfasteners. “English” and “metric” fasteners canbe easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts can later break orfall off. You could be hurt. FUEL Use premium unleaded gasoline rated at 91 octaneor higher. It should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the U S . and CGSB 3.5-92 in Canada. Thesefuels should have the proper additives, so you should not have to addanything to thefuel. In theU.S. and Canada,it’s easy to be sureyou get the right kind of gasoline (unleaded). You’ll see “UNLEADED” right on thepump. And only unleaded nozzles will fit into your vehicle’s filler neck. Be sure theposted octane is at least 91. If the octaneis less than 91, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive. (In an emergency, you may be able to use lower octane -- as low as 87 -- if heavy knocking does not occur.) If you’re using 91 or higher octane unleaded gas and you still get heavy knocking, your engine needsservice. 261 What about gasoline with blending materials thatcontain oxygen, such as MTBE or alcohol? MTBE is “methyl tertiary-butyl ether.” Fuel that is no more than 15% MTBE is fine foryour car. Ethanol is ethyl or grain alcohol. Properly-blended fuel that is no more than 10% ethanol is fine for your car. Methanol is methyl or wood alcohol. Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with detergent additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system. That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system workingproperly. It’s good for your vehicle, and you’ll be doing your part forcleaner air. Many gasolines are now blended with materials called oxygenates. General Motorsrecommends that you use gasolines with these blending materials, such as MTBE and ethanol. By doing so, you can help clean the air,especially inthose parts of the country that have high carbon monoxide levels. In addition, some gasoline suppliers are now producing reformulated gasolines. These gasolines are specially designed to reduce vehicle emissions. General Motorsrecommends that you use reformulated gasoline. By doing so, you can help clean the air,especially inthose parts of the country that have highozone levels. You should ask your service station operatorsif their gasolines contain detergents andoxygenates, and if they have been reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions. r L .-. 262 FUELS IN FOREIGN COUNTNES If you plan 6n driving in another country outside the U.S. or Canada, unleaded fuel may be hard to find.Do not use leaded gasoline. If you use even one tankful, your emission controls won’t work well or atall. With continuous use, sparkplugs can get fouled, theexhaust system can corrode, andyour engine oil can deteriorate quickly. Your vehicle’s oxygen sensor will be damaged. All of that means costly repairs that wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. To check on fuel availability, askan auto club, or contact a major oil company that doesbusiness in the country where you’ll be driving. You can also write us at thefollowing address for advice. Just tell us where you’re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). General Motorsof Canada Ltd. International ExportSales RO. Box 828 Oshawa, Ontario L1H 7N1, Canada FILLING YOUR TANK 263 I A CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don't smoke if you're neargasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from gasoline. c If you're refueling your tank using a hydrocarbon recovery nozzle,the fuel pump may shut off before the fuel capacity of your tank reaches full. This is a normal condition. If you slow the flow of fuel going into the tank, it is more likely to fill to capacity without shutting off. The cap is behind a hinged door on the left side of your vehicle. Pushin on thefront edge of the door to open. Remote FuelDoor (Option) . ... , . The release buttonis in the glove box. .-. , .". Or you can use the release lever located on the left side in the trunk. Pull the lever toward the rearof your vehicle to release the fuel door. To take off the cap, turn it slowly to theleft (counterclockwise). While refueling, hang the capinside the fuel door. A CAUTION: If you get gasoline on you and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray outon you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happenif your tank isnearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel filler capslowly and wait for any “hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way. When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you hear a clicking noise. CHECKING THINGS UNDER THE HOOD Hood Release 1 To open the hood, first pull the handle inside I -. 1 Then go to the frontof the vehicle and push the secondary hood release upward to release it. Lift the hood. 266 .- A CAUTION: An electric fanunder thehood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. -- A CAUTION: -...: -2.: Things that burncan get on hot engine parts and starta fire. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic rubber. or You or others could be burned. Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then just pull the hood down until it’s about 15 inches (38 cm) from closing. Then close it firmly. FLUID USAGE LABEL Use the fluid usage label to identify the correctfluid you want to check. 267 ENGINE OIL It's a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel.In order to get anaccurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don't, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. L ' and clean with it a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all * , I the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip lower. When to Add Oil: If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index. 269 1 To remove, turn the oil fill cap to the left. Just 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 Oil to Use: Look for threethings: 0 SG “SG” must be on the oil container, eitherby itself or combined with other quality designations, such as “SG/CC,” “SG/CD,” “SF,SG,CC,” etc. These lettersshow American Petroleum Institute ( M I ) levels of quality. 270 - RECbMMENDED SAE UISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLDSTARTING,SELECTTHE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADEOIL FOR THEEXPECTEDTEMPERATURLRANGE. I S A E 1OW-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 1OW-30 isbest for your vehicle. However, you can use S A E 5W-30 if it’s going to becolder than 60°F (16°C) before your next oil change. When it’s very cold, below O°F (-18”C), you should use SAE 5W-30. These numberson an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oilssuch as SAE1OW-40 or SAE 20W-50. Energy Conserving I1 Oils with these words on the container will help you save fuel. This doughnut-shaped logo (symbol)is used on most oil containers to help you select the correct oil. You should look for this on the oil container, and use only those oils that display the logo. GM Goodwrench@oil (in Canada,GM Engine Oil) meets all the requirements foryour vehicle. Engine Oil Additives:Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Cadillac dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. When to Change EngineOil: Your vehicleis equipped with an Engine Oil Life Index (EOLI) feature. Oil change intervals are determined by the EOLI and will usually fallat, orbetween, the two recommended alternative intervals of 3,000 miles (5,000 kilometers) and 7,500 miles (12,500 kilometers), butcould be shorter than3,000 miles (5,000 kilometers) under some very severe driving conditions shown in Schedule I. The system will also indicate theneed for an oil change if 7,500 miles (12,500 kilometers) has been driven. Engine oil life remaining is displayed through the Fuel Data center and as a “CHANGE OIL SOON” light. The Fuel Data center display includes a number between 0 and 100. This is the percentage of oil life REMAINING based on driving conditions and mileage driven since the last time the oil life indicator was reset. The EOLI will not detectexcessively dustyconditions or engine malfunctions which may effect the oil. If you drive in dusty areas, change the engine oil after every 3,000 miles (5,000 kilometers) or 3 months (whichever comes first), unless instructed to do so sooner by the EOLI. 272 c- L C c- .-- c- . L ., How To Reset the Oil Life Indicator: After the oil has been changed, press and hold the “RANGE” and “RESET” buttons between 5 and 60 seconds. Once the buttons are released the “CHANGE OIL SOON” light will flash 4 times to indicate it has reset to 100. If the “CHANGE OIL SOON” light comes on for5 seconds it did not reset. You will need to reset the system again. The percentage of oil life remaining may be checked at any time by pressing the “RANGE” and “FUEL USED” on the Fuel Data center. Engine Block Heater: An engine block heater can be a big help if you have to park outside in very cold weather, O°F (-18OC) or colder. If your vehicle has this option, see “EngineBlock Heater” in the Index. What to Do with Used Oil: ’ A CAUTION: Used engine oilcontains things that have caused skin cancerin laboratory animals. Don’t let used oil stayon your skinfor very long. Clean your skin andnails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner.Wash or properly throw awayclothing or rags containing used engine oil. Used oil can be a real threat to theenvironment. If you change your own oil, be sure to drain all free-flowing oil from the filter before disposal. Don’t ever dispose of oil by pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Instead,recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling center forhelp. AIR CLEANER To gain access to the air cleaner element, loosen the fourscrews and lift the top half of the air cleaner assembly. Refer to the .1Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. A CAUTION: Operating theengine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others tobe 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 drive with it off -nd bc ---?ful workin- 3n the engine with the sir cleaner A 1 If the air cleaner loackfire can caur - a damae g enginc fire. And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which mil damag it. Always have the air cleaner in place when you’re driving. OII, a AUTOMATIC T R A S . EFLUID When to Check and Change: A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Refer to the MaintenanceSchedule to determine when to change your fluid. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in the Index. How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at a Cadillac dealership Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here,or you could get afalse reading on the dipstick. Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving: 0 When outside temperatures are above 90" F (32°C). 0 At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic -- especially in hot weather. While pulling a trailer. To get the right reading, thefluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180°F to 200" F (82 " C to 93 " C). Get thevehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures areabove 50°F (10°C). If it's colder than 50°F (10" C), you may have to drive longer. 275 To check the fluid level: 0 Park your vehicle on a level place. Place the shift lever in "P" (Park) with the parking brake applied. With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range,pausing for about threeseconds in each range. Then, position the shift lever in "P" (Park). 0 Let the engine run at idle for three tofive minutes. Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: 1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again. 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read thelower level. The fluid level must be in the cross-hatched area. 4. If the fluid level is where it should be, push the dipstick back in all the way. How to Add Fluid: Refer to theMaintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the properfluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area onthe dipstick. It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than a pint. Don’t overfill. We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRONWIE, because fluids with that label are made especially for your automatic transaxle. Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRONWIE is not covered by your new vehiclewarranty. After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as described under “How to Check.” When the correctfluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in all the way. ENGINE COOLANT The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see “Engine Overheating” in the Index. The propercoolant for your Cadillac will: 0 Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C) 0 Give boiling protection up to 262°F(128” C) . 0 Protect against rust and corrosion. . Help keep the proper engine temperature. 0 Let the warning lights work as they should. What toUse: Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half antifreeze thatmeets “GM Specification 1825-M,” which won’tdamage aluminum parts. You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825-M with a complete coolant flush and refill. Use GM Engine Coolant Supplement (sealer) with any complete coolant change. If you use these, you don’t need to add anything else. A CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquidlike alcohol, can boil before the propercoolant mix will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix. With plain water or the wrong mix, your engine 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 mix of clean e. Waf---and a proper anti” .e Adding Coolant To Check Coolant: When your engine is cold, the coolantlevel should beat “FULL COLD,” or alittle higher. When your engine is warm, the level should be up to “FULL HOT,” or a little higher. To Add Coolant: If you need more coolant,add the proper mix at the coolant recovery tank. I A CAUTION: -z. ?’ lhrning the radiator pressure capwhen the engine and radiator *si:; are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids toblow out and burn you badly. With the coolant recovery tank, you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator. Never turn the radiator pressure cap -- even q little -- when t k e n le and -. radiator are hot. sz. -_. ... w 279 Add coolant mix at therecovery tank, but becareful not to spill it. - A CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and itwill burn if the engine partsare hot enouglspill coolant on a hot e-yine. I- RADUTOR PRESSURE CAP _I must be tightly Installed toprevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure thearrows on the c line up with the overflow tube on the radiatorfiller neck . L c When you replace your radiator pressure cap, an ACS cap is recommended. THERMOSTAT Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops theflow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature. When you replace your thermostat, an AC@thermostat is recommended. L r -.. POWER STEEHNG FLUID L i __ How To Check Power Steering Fluid: I What to Add: Use the properfluid listed in your Maintenance Schedule. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID To Add: Open thecap labeled “WASHER FLUID ONLY.” Add washer fluid until the ‘‘FULL? mark is reached. 282 NOTICh: When using concentrated washerfluid, follow the qanufacturmr +tructions for adding water. )on%mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution tofreeze and damage your washer fluid nk and other parts of the washer system. Also,water esn’ !le; as .. - as er fluid, washer fluid tank only 3/4 full when it’s very cold. This allows for expansion, which could damage the tankif it is 0- --1plete’:-full. pill ya us adiator antifreeze in your wind - .ield washer. It can damageyour washer system and paint. HEADLIGHT WASHERFLUID (EXPORT ONLY) To Add: - t i” - ._ ~ 3 . Open the caplabeled “WASHER FLUID ONLY.” Add windshield washer fluid until the bottleis full. BRAKE MASTER CYZINDER Your brake master cylinder ishere. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. , . ! J There areonly two reasons why the brakefluid level inyour master cylinder mightgo down. The first is that the brakefluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When new liningsare 284 U put in, the fluid level goes back up. The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooneror 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 on the brake hydraulic system. I I I I A=CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid, it can spillon the engine. The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough.You or others could be burned, andyour vehicle couldbe damaged. Add brakefluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. When your brake fluid falls to a low level, yourbrake warning light will come on. See “BrakeSystem WarningLight” in the Index. To Check BrakeFluid: You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. If it’s low, fillit to the maximum “FLUID LEVEC’ indicator. 285 U What to Add: When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- such as Delco Supreme 11s (GM part No.1052535). Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. L.:d REPLACING BRAKE SYSTEM PARTS The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to beof top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Vehicles we design and test have top-quality GM brake parts in them, as your Cadillac does when it is new.When you replace parts of your braking system -- for example, when your brake linings wear down and you haveto have new ones put in -- be sureyou get new genuine GM replacement parts. If you don't, your brakes may no longer work properly. For example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle, the balance between your front and rear brakes can change, for theworse. The braking performance you've come to expect can change in manyother ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts. 286 r I ' u - BATTERY Every new Cadillac has a Delco Freedoms battery. You never have to __ add water to oneof these. When it’s time for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedoms battery. Get onethat has the catalog number shown on theoriginal battery’s label. ?+hide Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, takeoff the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This will help keepyour battery from running down. A CAUTION: Batteries haveacid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt ifyou aren’t careful. See LLJump Starting’’ in the Index for tips on working around a battesy without getting hurt. Contact your dealer to learn how to prepareyour vehicle for longer storage periods. Battery Power Loss -.- If you lose batterypower or thebattery is disconnected, your car’s computer must be programmed. It takes just over 20 minutes to do it. If you want to do it yourself, here’s how: ~ - Apply the parking brake. Make sure the frontwheels are straight. Turn off the Electronic Climate Control. Start the engine in ‘‘P” (Park) and let it idle for 15 minutes. Then: Put your foot on the brake pedal, shift the transaxle to @ and let it idle for 3 minutes or more. Do not accelerate theengine. Then: a, With the vehicle in turn the ElectronicClimate Control to “Auto” and letthe engine idle for 3 minutes or more. Turn your engine off. Now your computer is programmed. H L O G E N BULBS I A CAUTION I Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Take special care when handling and disposing of halogen bulbs. Lamp Housings = Exterior I r I r c U Your Cadillac’s lamp housings are designed with small ventsso moisture will be removed when the lights are on,or after driving for a short time. Halogen HeadlightBulb Replacement The following procedure tells you howto remove the halogen headlamp bulb. Follow either theDomestic or Export illustrations that best describes your vehicle. c _ . .. f : . ) .. - Domestic or Export Remove the two headlamp housing assembly fasteners. Domestic or Export- Gently lift the headlamp housing assembly and pull - it forward to gain access to the bulb and socket housing. f c. -1 " \ t Domestic - Turn the housing socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise and remove it fromthe headlamp housing. A - Export Remove the wiring harness plug. S T - Export - Remove the rubber grommet. L Domestic - Remove the wiring harness from the bulb socket. Connect the wiring harness to thenew bulb socket and install into headlamp assembly. - - Export Remove the retaining spring and raise it up, out of the way. Export - Reinstall new bulb into headlamp housing assembly, reinstall rubber grommet and wiring harness. 292 _- - Domestic or Export Insert the headlampassembly bracket guide into the retainer asshown. Then position headlampassembly and reinstall fasteners. Taillight Bulb Replacement 4. I 1 Remove the upper and lower tom screws and remove the bezel. 2. Push up on the taillight housing and gently remove it. 3. Press the bulb housing lever, rotate thehousing counterclockwise 1/6 turn and remove it. h ! ..: ’, 5 Y 4. Push and rotate bulb counterclockwise to remove bulb. Once you have replaced the burned outbulb, just reverse the stepsto reassemble the taillight. CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOPM BULB REPUCEMENT P (Sedan Only) To gain assess to thebulbs, gently pull the back panel located inside the rear storage compartment. Turn the socket 1/4 turn to remove it. I 2. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the socket. 3. Remove the two screws, and then remove the pedestal. L 4. Remove the two housing screws. I 1 5. Disassemble the housing assembly like this. t 1-r h 6. To remove the bulb, push it in and rotate it counterclockwise. Once you have replaced the burned out bulb, just reverse the stepsto reassemble the stoplamp assembly. WIPER BLADEREPUCEMENT . L Position the windshield wipers on thewindshield inthe mid wipeposition. To do this, turn the ignition key to Accessory and turn thewipers on. Then with the door open, turn the ignition key to off. Start with the driver side wiper blade assembly. 300 c * Using a small screwdriver or your finger, gently lift the release lever up while at the sametime pulling the blade assembly from the wiper arm. Do the same with the passenger side wiper blade assembly. To install the wiper blade, align the wiper arm pin with the hole on the wiper blade assembly and snapit into place. If you only wantto replace the wiper inserts follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the wiper insert by bending the end of the insert gently using pliers.Then pull it from the housing retaining tab. 2. Now pull the insert from the blade housing. 3. Reinstall the new insert by aligning the blade housing tabs and the edge of the insert. Make sure thatthe insert is connected to all the housing tabs. 4. Install the wiper blade assembly to the wiper arm. - LOADING YOUR VEHICLE / TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP. WT. FRT. CTR. RR. TOTAL LBS. KG MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAMEAS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURE RTG PSVKPa F RT. R R. SPA. IF TIRES ARE HOT. ADD 4PSV28KPa SEE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION GEN GME 1 Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it mayproperly carry. The Tire-Loading Information label foundon the driver’s door tells you the propersize, speed ratingand recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle. It also gives youimportant information about -_ the number of people that can be in your vehicle and the totalweight that you can carry. This weight is calledthe Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed __ options. 303 MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATEGVWRGAWR FRT GAWR RR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY,BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTIONSTANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWNABOVE. GEN GME 1 The other labelis 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 GVWR(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, alloccupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR foryour vehicle, or theGross Axle WeightRating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don’t carry more than 127 pounds (58 kilograms) in your trunk. I I A CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rearGAWRs. If you do, parts onyour vehicle can break,or it can change the way your vehicle handles. These couldcause you to lose control. Also, overloading can shorten the lifeof your vehicle. I - - 304 __ If you put things inside your vehicle -- like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else -- they will go as fast as the vehicle goes.If you have to stop or turnquickly, or if there is a crash,they’ll keep going. A CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or tam, or in a crash. Put things in the trunk of your vehicle. In a trunk, put them as far forward as you can. lky to spread the weight evenly. Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats. When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can. a Don’t leave a seat folded down unless you need to. TIRES __ c _ We don’t make tires.Your new vehiclecomes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new Cadillac. If your spare tireis a different brand than your road tires,you will have a tire warranty folder from eachof these manufacturers. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperlyused tires aredangerous. a 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 the Index. e Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires. The resulting accidentcould cause serious iqjury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold. I, Overinflated tiresare more likely to be cut, punctured, or broken by a sudden impach suchas whenyou hit a pothole. Keep tires at the recommended pressure. I- a Worn, oldtires can cause accidents. If your treadis badly I worn, or if your tires have been damaged, replace them. Inflation - Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Informationlabel which is on the driver’s door shows the correctinflation pressures foryour tires, when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for atleast three hoursor driven no more than a mile. w When to Check Check your tires once a monthor more. Your tire pressure shouldbe: 30 psi (210 kPa) (Front and Rear) 35 psi (241 kPa) (Coachbuilder Package - Front and Rear) 32 psi (220 kPa) (H.D. Livery - Front and Rear) 32 psi (220 kPa) (Touring Sedan - Front) 30 psi (210 kPa) (Touring Sedan - Rear) Recommended tiresizes are: P205/70R15 (Front and Rear) P215/75R15 (Coachbuilder - Front and Rear) 0 P215/60R16 Goodyear GA (Touring Sedan) 0 T125/70D15 (Compact Spare) T125/70R15 (Touring Sedan - Compact Spare) Don’t forget your compact spare tire. Itshould be at 60 psi (420 kPa). 307 How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure, especially if you have radial tires -- which maylook properly inflated even if they’re underinflated. If your tires have valve caps,be sure to put them back on. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt andmoisture. Tire Inspectionand Rotation To make your tires last longer, have them inspected and rotated at the mileages recommended in your Maintenance Schedule. See “Scheduled Maintenance Service” in the Index. FRONT Use this rotation pattern. After the tireshave been rotated, adjust the frontand rear inflation pressure as shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” in the Index. ’ I A CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheeI, or on the parts to which it is hstened, cam make wheel nuts become loose after a time. Tbe wheel could come off and cause an accident. When y ~ change n a wheel, remove any rust or dirt fkom 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 of wire brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or dirt off. (See %hanging a Flat Tire” in the T- ---* When It’s Timefor New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when yourtires have only 2/32 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need anew tire if: 0 You can see the indicatorsat three places around the t ire. You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber. The tread orsidewall is cracked, cutor snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric. The tire hasa bump, bulge or split. 309 0 The tirehas a puncture,cut, or other damage that can’t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at theTire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle whenit was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number oneach tire’s sidewall. When you get newtires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number. Thatway, your vehiclewill continue to have tires thatare designed to give proper endurance,handling, speed rating, traction, ride and otherthings during normal service on your vehicle.If your tires have an all-season tread design, the TPC number will be followed by a “MS” (for mud and snow). If you ever replace your tires with those nothaving a TPC Spec number, make surethey are thesame size, load range, speed ratingand construction type (bias,bias-belted or radial)as youroriginal tires. I Mixing tires couldcause you to lose controlwhile driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehiclemay not handleproperly, and you could have a crash. Be sure to use the samesize and type tires on all wheels. It’s all right tlol drive with your compact spare, though. It was developed for limited useon your vehicIe. Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to thesystem developed by the United States National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold inthe United States.) I 310 Treadwear The treadwear gradeis a comparative rating based on thewear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course.For example, a tiregraded 150 would wear one and a half (1 112) times as well on the government course as a tiregraded 100. The relative performance of tires dependsupon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due tovariations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. - Traction A, B, C The traction grades,from highest to lowest are: A, B, and C. They represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete.A tire markedC may have poor tractionperformance. Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight-ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) traction. - Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to thegeneration of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which allpassenger car tiresmust meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on thelaboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning: The temperature grade forthis tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and notoverloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. Those gradesare molded on thesidewalls of passenger car tires. 311 While the tires available as standardor optional equipment on General Motors vehicles may vary with respect to these grades,all suchtires meet General Motors performance standards and have been approved for use on General Motorsvehicles. Allpassenger type (P Metric) tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to thesegrades. Wheel Alignmentand Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were alignedand balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. In most cases, you will not need tohave your wheels alignedagain. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pullingone way or the other, thealignment may need to be reset. If you notice your vehicle vibrating when drivingon asmooth road, your wheelsmay need to be rebalanced. Meel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rusted. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts,and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air out,replace it (except some aluminum wheels, whichcan sometimes be repaired).See your Cadillac dealer if any of these conditionsexist. 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 replaceany of your wheels, wheelbolts, or wheel nuts, replace themonly with newGM original equipment parts. Thisway, you will be sure tohave the riqht wheel,wheel bolts, and wheel nuts foryour Cadillac model. 312 A CAUTION I Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheelbolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the brakirrg and handling ofyour vehicle, make your tires Iose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be iqjured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts €or replacement. I A CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on yourvehicle is dangerous.You can't know howit's been used or how many miles it's been driven. It could fail suddenlyand cause an accident. If you have to replace a wheel "se anew GM original equipment wheel. 313 Tire Chains A P E R A C E CARE - . . . c - CLEANING THE INSIDE OF YOUR CADILLAC Use avacuum cleaner oftento get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl with a clean, damp cloth. Your Cadillac dealer has two GM cleaners -- a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. Here aresome cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleanerlabel. Clean up stainsas soon as you can -- before they set. 0 Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. Use solvent-type cleaners in a well-ventilated area only. If you use them, don’t saturate the stained area. If a ring forms after spotcleaning, clean the entire areaimmediately or it will set. USING FOA2M-TYPE CLEANER ON FABRTC Vacuum and brush the area toremove any loose dirt. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. 316 c _ . . 0 Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label. 0 Use sudsonly and apply witha clean sponge. Don’t saturate the material. Don’t rub it roughly. 0 0 0 As soon as you’ve cleaned the secnon,use a sponge to remove the suds. Rinse the section with a clean,wet sponge. Wipe off what’s left with a slightly damp papertowel or cloth. Then dry it immediately with an air hose, a hairdryer or a heatlamp. 0 Wipe with a clean cloth. 0 0 0 USING SOLVENFTTPE CLEANERON FABRlC First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner atall. Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water andmild soap. If you need to use it, then: Gently scrape excess soilfrom the trim material with a clean,dull knife or scraper. Usevery little cleaner,light pressure andclean cloths of the (preferably cheesecloth).Cleaning should start at the outside stain, “feathering”toward the center. Keepchanging to a clean section of the cloth. 0 When you clean a stainfrom fabric, immediately dry the areawith an air hose,hair dryer, or heat lampto helpprevent acleaning ring. (See the previous NOTICE.) 317 S P E C . CLEMING PROBLEMS Greasy or Oily Stains:Like grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt. Carefully scrape off excess stain. 0 Then follow the solvent-type instructions above. Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle seat fabric. They should be removed as soon as possible. Be careful, because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to bleed. Non-Greasy Stains:Like catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and blood. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions above. If an odorlingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the areawith a waterbaking soda solution: 1teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1cup (250 ml) of lukewarm water. Finally, if needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner. Combination Stains:Like candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and unknown stains. @ Carefully scrape off excess stain, then clean with cool water and allow to dry. If a stain remains, clean it with solvent-type cleaner. CLEANING VINYZ OR LEATHER Just use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to doit more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and solvent-type vinyl/leather cleaner. 318 CLEMING THE TOP OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL Use only mild soap and water to clean the topsurfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. CLEMING S P E D R COWTRS Vacuum around a Delco-Bose speaker cover gently, so that the speaker won’t be damaged. If something gets on oneof them, follow the steps earlier under “Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric.” Use as little solvent as you can. Cure of Wood Panels Use a clean cloth moistened in warm soapy water (use mild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth. Wood surfaces can be polished using ordinary household furniture polishes. Apply the polish to aclean cloth, then rub the cloth on the wood panel. CARE OF SAFETYBELTS Keep belts clean and dry. A CAUTION: Do not bleach ordye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Cleansafety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water. 319 GLASS Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films. Don’t use abrasive cleaners onglass, because they may cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on theinside rear window, since they may have to be scraped off later. If abrasive cleaners areused on theinside 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 WINDSHiELDAND WIPER BLADES If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax or othermaterial may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner, Bon-Ami Powdera (GM PartNo. 1050011). The windshield is clean if beads do notform when you rinse it with water. Clean the bladeby wiping vigorously witha cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. Wiper blades should be checked on a regular basis and replaced when worn. CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF YOUR CADILLAC The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention anddurability. Washing Your Khicle 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 inthe direct rays of the sun.Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Useliquid hand, dish or carwashing 320 *‘ 4 (non-detergent) soaps.Don’t use cleaning agents that contain acid or abrasives. -Allcleaning agents should be flushed promptly and notallowed to dry on thesurface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft,clean chamois or a 100% cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure vehicle washes may cause water to enteryour vehicle. Pfinish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Cadillac may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care andMaterials” in the Index.) Your Cadillac has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth andgloss to thecolored basecoat. L CAREAND CLEmING OF PltLAETON TOP The cloth cover material used on theCadillac Phaeton Top option is an extremely durable material that will, with proper care, retainits appearance fora long period of time. The topcan also be subjected to commercial car wash equipment procedures andcleaning solutions without adversely affecting the appearanceof the material. Your phaeton top should be washed frequently with neutral soapsuds and cold or lukewarm water anda soft-bristled brush. Rinsethe topwith sufficient quantities of clear water to remove all traces of soap. If the cover has been allowed to get severely soiled and cannot beproperly cleaned with soap and water,a mild cleaning agent can be used, such as G.M. Multipurpose Powdered Cleaner (G.M. Part No. 1050803). Rinse the entire topwith water; then apply the mild cleaner on a small area (approximately two square feet).Scrub the area with a soft-bristled hand 321 brush, adding water as necessary. Remove the cleaner and water with a sponge and thenrinse the balance of the cleaner off with water. Use a liberal amount of water to prevent the cleaner from running down onto the body finish and drying. This could cause streaks to thepaint finish. If the cover material has been stained with grease, oil or tar, use G.M. Spot Lifter (G.M. Part No. 1051398) and follow label directions. The texture and material of the phaeton topmaterial causes it to be receptive to lint accumulation; therefore, the use of certain types of cloth during cleaning operations will cause a temporary lint discoloration. To avoid this, use a brush or suitable sponge when cleaning. No waxes, polishes, sealers or “dressing” type materials should be applied to the topmaterial. ALUMINUM WHEELS Your aluminum wheels have a protective coating similar to the painted surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, chemicals, chrome polish, or otherabrasive cleaners on them because you could damage this coating. After rinsing thoroughly, a wax may be applied. Don’t use an automatic vehiclewash that has hard silico carbide cleaning b WHITE S I D E W a L TIIRES Your Cadillac dealer has a GM White Sidewall Tire Cleaner. You can use a stiff brush with it. cc WEATHERSTRIPS L These are places where glass or metal meets rubber. Silicone grease there will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months. 322 SHEET M E T L DAiWAGE If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shopapplies anti-corrosion material to theparts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. FOREIGN M A T E M L Calcium chloride and othersalts, ice melting agents, roadoil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, and other foreign matter can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Use cleaners that aremarked safe for painted surfaces for these stains. FINISH DA2MAGE Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratchesin the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repairedwith touch-up materials available from your dealer or otherservice outlets. Larger areasof finish damage can be correctedin your dealer’s body and paint shop. UNDERBODYMMNTENNrE Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust controlcan collect on the underbody. If these are notremoved, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floorpan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At least every spring, flush these materials from the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud and other debriscan collect. Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. Your dealer or an underbody vehicle washing systemcan do this for you. CHEMIC& PMNT SPOTTING Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create achemical fallout. Airborne pollutantscan fall upon and attack paintedsurfaces on your vehicle. This damage can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface. Although no defectin the paint jobcauses this, Cadillac will repair, at no charge to theowner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, whichever comes first. 324 APPEARANCE CARE M A T E M L S CHIGRT GM PART NUMBER 1051516 32 SIZE DESCRIPTION OZ.(0.946WASHER L) SOLVENT AND GAS I I DE-ICER LINE I 32 OZ.10.946L) I POWER STEERING 1050017 WINDSHIELD WASHING SYSTEM LINE GAS AND FLUID f POWER STEERING 12 02.(0.354 SPRAY-A-SQUEAK L) 1052277 USAGE I I WEATHER STRIPS-STOPS SQUEAKS ON METAL-TO-METAL AND METAL-TO-RUBBER CONTACT 10501 72 16 OZ. (0.473TAR L) AND ROAD OIL REMOVER REMOVES OLD WAXES, POLISHES, TAR AND ROAD OIL 105017316 02.(0.473L) 10501 74 16 OZ. (0.473WHITE L) SIDEWALL TIRE CLEANER CLEANS WHITE AND BLACK TIRES 105021432 OZ. (0.946 VINYIJLEATHER L) CLEANER SPOT AND STAIN REMOVALON LEATHER OR VINYL 1050244 16 OZ. (0.473 FABRIC L)CLEANER SPOT AND STAIN REMOVAL CHROME CLEANER, POLISH 1 REMOVES RUST AND CORROSION ON CHROME AND STAINLESS STEEL ON CLOTH AND FABRIC ~~~ 1050427 23 OZ. (0.680L) GLASS CLEANER ~ GLASS CLEANING AND SPOT CLEANING ON VINYLS 6 LB. (2.72KG) MULTI-PURPOSE POWDERED CLEANS VINYL AND CLOTH ON ANDSEATS, TRIM,DOOR CLEANER CARPET-ALSO, TIRESAND MATS 1050429 1052349 12 OZ. (0.354 LUBRIPLATE L) (WHITE GREASE) GREASE FOR HOOD, TRUNKAND ND ANTI-FREEZE NTI-FREEZE COOLANT ETHYLENE GLYCOL BASE I 1052535 I 16 02. (0.473L) I I DELCO-SUPREMEII BRAKE -_ .. . . - .. I BRAKE FLUID I VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (WN) i lGMl 1 G 6 NATION OF ORIGIN 1 = USA J lGMl lG6CD53BXP4200001 CD -5 3 B X P 4 2 0 0 0 0 1 - T I L PRODUCTION SEQUENCE NUMBER ASSEMBLY PLANT 4 = ORION,MICH. MANUFACTURER G = GENERAL MOTORS MAKE 6 = CADILLAC - CARLINE/SERIES CD = DEVILLE CZ = COMMERCIAL CHASSIS CT = TOURINGSEDAN VIN BODYCODE = BODY TYPE 1 = 47 COUPE 2 DOOR 5 = 69 SEDAN 4 DOOR 9 = 90COMMERClAL - MODELYEAR P = 1993 - CHECK DIGIT - ENGINECODE B = 4.9LITER - 0 - COMMERClALBODY/CHASSIS RESTRAINT SYSTEM: 3 - MANUALBELTSWITHDRIVER INFLATABLE RESTRAINT 4 - AUTOMATICBELTS 326 r c - -_ This is the legal identifier foryour Cadillac. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on theVehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code for your GM engine. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications, and replacement parts in this section. SERUCE PARTS IDENTIFICATION LABEL You’ll find this label on the spare tirecover in the trunk. It’s veryhelpful if you ever need to orderparts. On this label is: Your VIN. 0 Its model designation. Paint information. A list of all production options and special equipment. Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. 0 ADDION ELECTMCALEQUIPMENT 327 Retained AccessoryPower When you stop your Cadillac and turn the key to Off, you can use these accessories for 10 more minutes: Radio e Brake/Shift Interlock -. LLr PowerWindows Trunk Release Astroroof Windshield Wipers If you open a door,everything will go off. And, after 10 minutes everything will go off. If you want this power for another10 minutes, just turn thekey to Run and thenback to Off. FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS The wiring circuits in yourcar are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have a sparefuse, you can “borrow” oneof the correctvalue. Just pick some feature of your car that you can get along without -- like the radioor cigarette lighter -- and use its fuse, if it is of the value you need. Be sure touse the correctfuse. Replace it as soon as you can.There is a fuse removal tool provided on the fuse panelcover. -. 328 Fuse Block Access The fuse block is located under theinstrument panel, next to theparking brake. To release and lower the fuse block, squeeze the two tabs together. Then, pull it toward you. It will drop down so the fuses can be accessed. Remove the cover to access the fuses. To put the cover on, insertthe tabs intothe lower part of the fuseblock, then snap itin place. Squeeze the tabs together and then push the fuse panel back up into the instrument panel until it locks inplace. 329 7 4 Ezl 5 0-0 - - 3 - 15 AMP SPARE 4 - 10 AMP - RADIO - RADIO - BODY COMPUTER MODULE 5 25 AMP - WSHIELD WIPE/WASH - WIPER/WASHER SWITCH 6 - 10 AMP - COOLING FAN RELAYS - HIGH SPEED COOLANT FAN - LOW SPEED COOLANT FAN 7 - 20 AMP AIR CONDITIONIN(; - A/C COMPRESSOR RELAY - BODY COMPUTER MODULE - ELECTRONIC CLIMATE CONTROL - CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH - ELEC. CLIMATE CTRL PROG. - ELEC. HEIGHT SENSOR - FUEL DATA CENTER - HEATED WlS CONTROL MODULE - INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - REAR DEFOGGER RELAY - WINDOW LOCKOUT SWITCH 8 - 10 AMP AhTI-LOCK BRAKE-CONTR * 20 AMP VAC PUMP (H.D. CHASSIS ONLY) - ELEC. BRAKE CONTROL MODULE - BR.4KE PRESSURE MODULE - MAIN RELAY 9 - BLAVK 10 BLANK 11 20 AMP - CHIME/ClG LTH/RADIO/PWK ANT - POWER ANT. RELAY - FRONT CIGAR LIGHTER - LEFT HAND INFO. CENTER - GLOVE COMPARTMENTLIGHT - MULTIFUNCTION CHIME MODULE - RADIO - - - - - 14 I! 10 15 20 no - 1 - 10 AMP CRANK - DIAG. ENERGY RESERVE MODULE STARTER ENABLE RELAY 2 - 10 AMP - SPARE 9 12 - 20 AMP - AUTO LEVEL CONTROL - ELEC. COMPRESSOR - ELEC. HEIGHT SENSOR - ELEC. RELAY 13 - 20 AMP - BRAKE & HAZARD LPS - BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH - HAZARD FLASHER 14 - 20 AMP - PARK LAMPS - INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - LIGHT SWITCH - TWILIGHT SENTINEL/DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS MODULE 15 - 15 AMP - CTSY LP/PWR MIRROR - DOME/MAP LIGHTS AND GARAGE DOOR OPENER - FRONT DOOR LOCK FIBER OPTIC LIGHTS - FRONTIREAR DOOR WARNING LIGHTS - FRONT/FLEET VANITYMIRROR LIGHTS - FRONT/REAR/QTR PANEL COURTESY1READING LIGHTS - TRUNK LIGHT - LT POWER SEAT SWITCH 16 - 15 AMP - GAUCES/DR LUCK/ILL ENT - AUTO. DAY/NIGHT MIRROR - AUTO. DOOR LOCK MODULE - BODY COMPUTER MODULE COMPUTER CONTROLLED RIDE MODULE - DIAG. ENERGY RESERVE MODULE - FUEL TANK UNIT - ILLUMINATEDENTRY - INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - POWER SEATS - KEYLESS ENTRY - L & R GO SPECIAL SEAT CTRLS - MULTIFUNCTION CHIME MODULE - RIGHT SIDE INFO. CENTER - SEATMEMORY MODULE - THEFT DETERRENT MODIJLE - 330 24 1 25 I7 - 15 AMP - ENGINE CTRL MOD - POWER CONTROL MODULE - PASS KEY DECODER MODULE 18 10 AMI' - SUP INFL REST - DIAGNOSTIC/ENERGY RESERVE MODULE (DERM) - DUAL SENSOR 19 20 AhW - TURN SIGN/BACK UP LPS - NEUTRAL SAFETY BACKUP sw. - TURN FLASHER - TURN/HAZARD SWITCH 20 20 AMP SPARE 21 - 25 AMP - SPARE 22 - 20 AMP TRULVK RELWEL FILLER - TRUNK LID RELEASE SWITCH - FUEL DOOR RELEASE SWITCH 23 - 30 AMP CB - PWR WDO/SUN ROOF - ASTROROOF CONTROL MODULE - EXPRESS DOWN WINDOW MODULE - POWER WINDOW SWITCHES AND LOCKOUT RELAY 24 - 30 AMP CB - DR LKS/RR DEFOG - DOOR LOCK RELAY - LEFT & RIGHT SIDE RECLINER SWITCHES - LEFT & RIGHT SEAT SWITCHES - L & R 60 SPECIAL SEAT CTRL - - - - sw. - REAR DEFOGGER - SEAT MEMORY MODULE - KEYLESS ENTRY 25 - 10 AMP INST PANEL LAMPS - ASHTRAY LIGHT - BODY COMPUTER MODULE - ENGINE COMPARTMENTLIGHT - I/P AND SWITCH BACK LIGHTS - RADIO DISPLAY DIMMING INPUT - Interior Relay Center Access I You’ll find the interior relay center under the right side of the instrument panel.To gain access, remove two screwsfrom the 4 Mmi Fuses I To gain access to the maxi fuses, remove the cover located in the engine compartment. If a maxi fuse should blow, have your vehicle serviced by your Cadillac dealer immediately. There are extrafuses located in the maxi fuse block. E * I 25 AMP-HORN/ TRUNKPULL DN 15 AMP ERLS 20 AMP 15 AMP- DOOR LOCK FUEL PUMP 10 AMPINJECTOR 10 AMPINJECTOR BLOWER 10 AMP HEATED MIRROR io AMP-A/C @ - I + B * I A +\ I \'I 'p' RELAY CENTER IDENTIFICATION @ @@ 4 4 4 )s( F G H J 25 AMP HORN/TRUNK PULLON H.ORNRELAY - PULL DOWN UNIT 15 AMP DOOR LOCK DOORLOCKSWITCHES - OUTSIDEMIRROR CONTROL SWITCH - LT AND RT REAR CIGAR LIGHTS - KEYLESSENTRY - TRUNK LID RELEASE - AUTOMATICDOORLOCKS - ILLUMINATEDENTRY - LT ANDRTREAR DOOR LOCK SWITCHES - LT AND RT REAR DOOR COURTESY LIGHTS 10 AMP HEATED MIRROR 10 AMP A/C PROGRAMMER 15 AMP ERLS - A/CCOMPRESSOR CONTROL RELAY - VISCOVS CONVERTER CLUTCH BRAKE SWITCH - EGRSOLENOID - VAPORCANISTER PURGE SOLENOID - C I fz[(F] RELAY PANEL - D 4 POWERSTEERING PRESSURE SWITCH 20 AMP FUEL PUMP - FUEL PUMP RELAY - ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH 10 AMP INJECTOR - FUELINJECTORS 2,3,5 AND a 10 AMP INJECTOR - FUELINJECTORS 1 , 4 , 6 AND 7 - RELAYS A.ANTENNARELAY B.BOSERELAY (IF EQUIPPED) C.DEFOGGERRELAY D. WINDOW LOCKOUT RELAY E. RETAINED ACCESSORY POWER REMY NO. 2 F. RETAINED ACCESSORY POWER RELAY NO. 1 G. ELECTRONIC LEVEL CONTROL (ELC) H. FUEL PUMP RELAY J. HORN RELAY I- LEFT HAND SIDE ABS PMP (40 AMP) - ABS PUMP RELAY ABS MA (30 AMP) - MAINRELAY RIGHT HAND SIDE SPARE (30 AMP) 1GN SW (60 AMP) - RETAINED ACCESSORY POWER - IGNITIONSWITCH ELC (40 AMP) - POWER TO FUSES 11 AND 12 (SEE FUSE BLOCK) COOL FAN (40 AMP) - COOLANT FAN RELAYS MlSC LTS (60 AMP) - POWERS FOR FUSES 13,14 AND 15 (SEE FUSE BLOCK) BLWR (30 AMP) - ELECTRONIC CLIMATE CONTROL - POWERMODULE - BLOWER CONTROL MODULE ECM (20 AMP) - BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) - ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) - PASS KEY DECODER MODULE BOSE/SPARE (20 AMP) - BOSE RADIO RELAY IF EQUIPPED PWR LK SEATS RR DEF (50 AMP) - POWER TO CB 24 (SEE FUSE BLOCK) ' HDLPS (30 AMP) - HEADLIGHT SWITCH IGN (60 AMP) - THEFTDETERRENT - IGNITIONSWITCH SPARE (60 AMP) HORN (40 AMP) - POWER TO FUSES 1 AND 2 (SEE FUSE BLOCK) HTD W/S SPARE (20 AMP) - HEATED WINDSHIELD IF EQUIPPED 333 Headlights The headlight wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the light switch. An electrical overload will cause the lights to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your headlight wiring checked right away. r Windshield Wipers The windshield wipermotor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motorcools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow, etc.,be sure toget it fixed. I _ Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect thepower windows and other power accessories. When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting thecircuit until the problem is fixed or goes away. - BULB CHART DESCRIPTION BULB NO. AshTray Illumination .................................. 1445 Backup Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3057 Center High Mount Stop Light .......................... 1141 CorneringLight ........................................ 881 Courtesy Light -Doors (White) ....................................... 12864 -Rear Courtesy/Reading .............................. .562/561 -Doors Warning (Red) ................................. 12864 Courtesy/Maplight 906 -Without Astroroof ..................................... 56'1 -With Astroroof ........................................ Cruise Control Illumination .............................. 194 Cruise Control Indicator ................................. 141 ECCHead Illumination .................................. 37 Fuel Data Center Illumination ............................ 194 194 Glove Compartment Light ............................... Headlights Composite -. c - L . f- I- r I 7 7 P I- -Inner High Beam ..................................... 9005 -Outer Low Beam ..................................... 9006 192 Illumination Entry Lock Lamp ............................ 194 Instrument Panel Illumination ............................ Instrument Panel Telltales ................................ 194 License Plate Light ..................................... 194 Park and Turn Signal ................................ 2057NA Parking Lights ...................................... 194NA Side Marker Lights Front ................................ 194 24 Side Marker Lights Rear .................................. Stop/Tail/TurnSignal ................................... 3051 Taillight ............................................... 194 Trunk Light ............................................. 93 561 Underhood Light ....................................... 7065 Front Vanity Mirror Illumination ......................... Rear Vanity Mirror Illumination ............................ 74 NORlMAL M N T E N A N C E REPLACEMENT PARTS Air Cleaner Element ......................... AC Type A1096C ................................................. 25096932 Battery ............................................. 78A-72 Fuel Filter Element ............................ AC Type GF-580 ................................................. 2512.1468 Engine Oil Filter ............................. AC Type PF-45 ................................................. 25010324 PCV Valve ................................ AC Type CV-774C .................................................. 6487779 Sparkplugs ...................................... AC 41-902 .................................................. 5614235 03528110 Serpentine Drive Belt .............................. .................................................. 6PK2191 AC Type RC 27 Radiator Cap ................................ .................................................. 6410427 Thermostat .................................. AC Trpe 131-60 .................................................. 3528974 25612204 Upper Radiator Hose .............................. Lower Radiator Hose .............................. 25559442 8651909 TransFilter ........................................ TransPanGasket ................................... 8676250 335 SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE Displacement ............................... .4.9L (300 cu.in.) No. of Cylinders .............................. 8 - 90 Degree V Power (ACC.to SAE 51349) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 (bhp) @ 4100 rpm ...................................... 150 (kW) @ 4100 rprn Torque (ACC.to SAE 51349) ............ 275 (lbs. ft.) @ 3000 rpm ...................................... 375 (N-m) @ 3000 rpm Bore ....................................... 92mm (3.623 in.) Stroke ..................................... 92mm (3.623 in.) 9.5:l Compression Ratio .................................... Die Cast Aluminum Cylinder Block- ........................... Cylinder Block Bore Liners ......................... Cast Iron Cast Iron CylinderHead ..................................... Intake Manifold .............................. Cast Aluminum Roller Hydraulic Lifters Valve System .......................... Intake Valve ................................ 45mm (1.772 in.) Exhaust Valve ............................... 38mm (1.496 in.) Cast Aluminum Pistons ...................................... 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 Firing Order .................................. Left Bank .......................................... 1-3-5-7 2-4-6-8 Right Bank ......................................... Steel Camshaft ............................................. Width.. ................................... .16.2mm (0.64 in.) Pitch ..................................... .12.7mm (0.50 in.) Chain Drive v p e .......................................... Pearlitic Nodular Iron Crankshaft ............................. 5 MainBearings ........................................... ENGINE LUBRYCATION SYSTEM Oil Pressure @ 1000 rpm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.5-26 psi (100-180kPa) Type of Intake ..................................... Stationary Full-Flow Filter System ...................................... 336 - ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM Radiator CapRelief Pressure ................. 1 5 . 0 ~ s(104 i kPa) Thermostat StartsTo Open ................ 192-199 F (89-93'C) Water Pump Type ................................. Centrifugal Drive Belt ....................................... Serpentine Aluminum Radiator Core ................................... Electric Radiator Cooling Fans ( 2 ) ............................ FUEL SYSTEM Induction Type ............ Sequential Port Fuel Injection (SPFI) System Pressure ..................... 33.4-43.5 psi (230-300kPa) ECM Controlled Idle Speed .................................. Filter Type ............................... Paper Type Element Fuel Pump ................................ Electric (In Tank) Fuel Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Premium Unleaded (91 Octane) AUTOlMATIC TRANSAXLE Trade Name ................... Turbohydramatic (THM) 4T60E ..................................... 4-Speed Automatic .................................... Viscous Converter Clutch Fluid Required .............................. DEXRON IIEB Axle Ratio ........................................... 2.73:l Axle Ratio (Touring Sedan) ............................ 2.97: 1 Type ~ EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS Controlled Flow Exhaust Gas Recirculation .................... Ceramic Monolith Catalytic Converter ......................... Evaporative Emission Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Charcoal Canister PCV Valve Crankcase Emission Control ....................... Open and Closed Loop Electronic System ..................... 337 EXECAUST SYSTEM Type ............................... Single with Crossover Pipe Muffler .................................. One-Reverse Flow Resonator ............................................ None Exhaust Pipe .................................. Stainless Steel Stainless Steel Intermediate Pipe ............................. Tail Pipe ..................................... Stainless Steel ELECTHCAL, SYSTEM Voltage ................................................ 12 Negative Ground ........................................... Generator ........................................ 140 AMP AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM Refrigerant-12.(R-12) ......................... 2.87 lb.(1.30 kg) Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicleneeds refrigerant,be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure, ask yourCadillac dealer. FLUID CAPACITIES Automatic Transaxle (Overhaul) ................... 20 pts (9.5L) With Filter Change .............................. 13 pts (6.2L) Engine Oil .................................. 5 quarts (4.7 L) With Filter Change .......................... 5.5 quarts (5.2 L) Engine Cooling System ...................... 12 quarts (11.4 L) Fuel Tank ............................... 18.0 gallons (68.1L) Power Steering .............................. 1.3 quarts (1.2 L) Windshield WasherReservoir ..................3.7 quarts (3.5 L) TIGHTEN TURQUE Spark Plug ................................ 31N.m (23 lbs. ft.) Oil Pan Drain Plug. ......................... 30N-m (22 lbs. ft.) Wheel Lug Nut ........................... 140 N-m (100 lbs. ft.) 338 VEJYIC'LE DIMENSIONS Coupe Shipping Weight ........................... -3424 lbs. (1553 kg) Wheel Base .............................. .110.8 in. (2815 mm) .202.3 in. (5139 mm) Length .................................. 55 in. (1397 mm) Height ..................................... Width.. .................................. .72.5 in. (1842 mm) Front Tread ............................... .60.3 in. (1532 mm) Rear Tread ............................... .59.8 in. (1518mm). Sedan Shipping Weight (Touring Sedan) ............ .3556 lbs. (1613 kg) Shipping Weight (DeVille) .................. -3510 lbs. (1592 kg) .113.8 in. (2890 mm) Wheel Base .............................. Length .................................. .205.3 in. (5214 mm) 55 in. (1397 mm) Height ..................................... .72.5 in. (1842 mm) Width.. .................................. Front Tread ............................... .60.3 in. (1532 mm) Rear Tread ............................... .59.8 in. (1518 mm) 339 NOTES r F e NOTES .. 341 NOTES I I 342 NOTES 343 NOTES 344 I r NOTES I I I. -iI r 345 NOTES t "j 346 p NOTES !-I I ' ! f' i t 347 NOTES NOTES I ' i I ' !349 h t,-.CERTIFIED We employ technicians certifiedby the for National Institute AUTOMOTIVE SERViCE EXCELLENCE Let us show you their credentials c Catalog Number H-3024 Part Number 3532639B .. 1 OUR COMMITMENT TO YOUR SATISFACTION We are committed to providing you the finest ownership experience in the world, starting the moment you take delivery of your new Cadillac. Cadillac offers anothermajor step toward yourcontinued satisfaction...with Cadillac Roadside Service. Roadside Service is your key to peace of mind ownership-one that covers you on the road, far from home, all day and night, and during the weekend. Roadside Service represents the spirit of luxury leadership atCadillac Motor Car Division. We hone the need never arises, but if it does, Roadside Service can help. How Can Roadside Service Help You? Cadillac Roadside Service with a staff of phone advisors trained in Cadillac service excellence offers assistance exclusively to Cadillacowners. In many cases, the advisor can quicklyhelp resolve your car problem over the phone. -. If the phoneadvisor determines thatit may be possible to repair your car at roadside and a technician is available, the advisor will arrange for an experienced Cadillac dealership technician to contactyou, and if appropriate, travel to your location in a specially equipped vehicle and attempt to repair your car on-site. The Roadside Servicevehicle contains the necessary tools and parts to complete most minor repairs to get you back on the road. Roadside Service phone advisors and technicians are trained by Cadillac and are familiar with your car, which provides a level of service knowledge usually found only at your Cadillac Dealership. Because Roadside Service assists Cadillac owners exclusively,your call always receives top priority and immediateaction. Should you requirea tow truck, locksmith, hotel accommodations, or other vital services on a moments notice, Roadside Service will locate and make the arrangements foryou promptly. 1 f7 CnEen Is Roadside Service Available? Cadillac owners have the peace of mind knowing that Roadside Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, as follows: TYPE OF MONDAY-FRIDAY ASSISTANCE HOLIDAYS Phone Advisor AND WEEKENDS 24 Hours 24 Hours Dealer Technician 500 p.m.-12:OO midnight 8:OO a.m.-12:00 midnight Outside Service 24 Hours ., 24 Hours - Where Is I..Available To You? Wherever you drive in the United States or Canada an advisor isavailable to assist you over the phoneand a dealertechnician will travel to your location within a 30 mile radius,of a participating Cadillac dealership. If you are not within a 30 mile radius, we will arrange tohave your car towed to the nearest Cadillac dealership or service facility of your choice, after which you may recontact us for furtherassistance. E A A 2 How Do You Obtain Roadside Service? Just dial the special toll-free number and an experienced advisor at the Cadillac Roadside Operations Center will assist you. The advisor will ask your name, home address, location and the telephone number you’re calling from (avoid using credit card phones, since return calls cannot be placed to you through them),along with the location of your Cadillac, the model year, Vehicle Identification Number, and a description of the problem. Remember, Roadside Serviceisavailable to drivers of any model year Cadillac. ! : Who Will Repair Your Cadillac At-Roadside? In many cases, the advisor at the Roadside Service Operations Center can provide instructions to get youback on the road. For more complex problems, the advisor will have an experienced Cadillac Dealership Service Technician,whenavailable, call you. The technician will evaluate the possible causeof the problem and, if you choose, come to your assistance to attempt a roadside repair. 3 What If Your Cadillac Cannot Be Repaired at Roadside? When you call the Roadside Operation Center,the advisor will determine if your car can be repaired at roadside within a reasonable period of time (approximately 45 minutes). If your car can't be repairedwithin that timeor requires the resources of a Cadillac dealership service facility, the advisor will arrange tow service for you. Towing may also be necessary after the technician has attempted a repair, but determines that your car cannot be repaired at roadside. If arrangements for towing are made by an advisor from the Cadillac Roadside Operations Center, it is for the convenience of the owner and Cadillacis not responsible forthe towcompany. During the first 12 month/12,000 mile period towing services are covered for any disablement. Beyond this period, if the repair is covered under the applicable General Motors New Car Limited Warranty, the towing expense will be eligible for reimbursement by the servicing Cadillac dealership. 4 Is There Any Membership Or Enrollment Fee? There is no membership or enrollment fee for Cadillac is eligible under this program. Roadside Service-- any While Cadillac Roadside Service isnot an auto club, the services and repairs provided often go beyond those offeredby some auto clubs .Our objective is to provide immediate assistance to ensure that all Cadillac drivers are assisted in a professional and timely manner with the help of experienced Cadillac advisors and dealership technicians. m7tat Will Roadside Service Cost You There is no cost to call the toll-free Roadside Service number. If a dealershipService Technician travels toyour location, there is a nominal service fee to cover the technician's travel to and from your location. Labor is charged at one and a half times the Cadillac dealership retail labor rate, with a 30-minute minimum. There is also a charge forany parts used and a mileage fee if the technician travels beyond 30 miles. If the repair toyour car is determined to beeligible for coverage under the General Motors New Car LimitedWarranty, the participating Cadillac Roadside Service dealership will arrange for a reimbursement for the total cost of the repair on the next business day. 5 Additional No Charge badside Service Special Features For CadillQc Owners: 0 Emergency Road Service Performed at the Scene for the Following Disablements - during the first 12 month/12,000 mile period. Lock Out Assistance Battery Jump Starts Gas Delivery Change 0TireFlat 0 Towing Service Only*) Change (Covers *Determination of replacement tire under WarrantyCoverage must be made by a Cadillac dealershipor appropriate tire manufacturer. 0 0 Trip Interruption- If your trip is interrupted due towarranty a failure, incidental expenses may be reimbursed during the 12 months/12,000 mile period. Items covered are hotel, meals and rental car. Trip Routing- Free triprouting assistance is available during the first four years. Within a week of contacting Roadside Service wlth your travel plans, Cadillac will provide adetailedtriprouting and personalized North American Road Altas. How Do You Pay For Roadside Service? Payment is due at the time the repair is performed. Payment may be made by cash, personal check or any major credit card honored by the participating Cadillac dealership. 6 7 . * What If You've Locked Your Kkys In The Car? If your keys are locked in the car, the technician or locksmith must be given proof of ownership (original vehicle registration and your driver's license) beforeattempting to enterthe vehicle. Thisprecaution is for your protection. For this reason we suggest you carry your vehicle registration and Gold Key Card which includes aconvenient credit card type key.This special key can be used to unlock either front dooror the trunk compartment. What If Your Car Is In An Unsafe Location Or On A Limited Access Highway? If your car is located in an area that is determined to be unsafe (by you, the advisor or the technician), or if the vehicle is on a limited access freeway or regulated highway, the advisor will arrange to tow your Cadillac to a safe location, where service can be performed. Additional assistance will be provided if necessary. Other Roadside Services Cadillac Roadside Service is committed to your total peace of mind and is staffed by Cadillac-trained phone advisors and technicians to provide phone or on-site repair assistance. Beyond the coverage period Roadside Service can also arrange a wide variety of other services to assist YOU, such as: Flat Tire Change 0 TOW Service 0 Battery Jump Start 0 Trip Routing Fuel Delivery 0 Locksmith 0 Hotel Information Tmxi 0 Lost Keys While there is no charge forsome of these items during the specified period, the owner is responsible for any expenses beyond the covered period. We hope you never need any of the emergency services, but if you do, Roadside Service can promptly locate and arrange them foryou wherever you travel in the United States or Canada. It’s part of how Cadillac Roadside Service is dedicated toyour continued satisfaction. Glove CompartmentDecal And Wallet Card The Roadside Service toll-free number is located on a decal in the glove compartment, on the wallet card in the back of the Gold Key Owner’s Literature portfolio and on the Gold Key Card you received shortly after taking delivery of your new Cadillac. TOLL-FREEHOTLINE c . L1 Information To Provide When Calling Cadillac Roadside Service When you call Cadillac Roadside Service,the advisor will ask yourname and home address, the telephone number and location you are calling from, the location of your Cadillac and a description of the problem. The advisor will ask the following information about your Cadillac: 0 Vehicle Identification Number WIN) 0 of the This 17 character code is located on the driver’s side top surface instrument paneland may be seen through the windshield. Model and Year 0 Delivery Date 0 Mileage 8 ! I .- OWNER ASSISTANCE This section will explain how to contact Cadillac if you need assistance. It also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. This section includes the following: Customer Satisfaction Procedure Zone and Central Office Addresses Customer Assistance for Hearing/Speech Impaired MediatiodArbitration Program Reporting Safety Defects Product Service Publications(PSPs) Owner’s Manuals and Service Manuals CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROCEDURE __ ~~ Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac. Normally, any problems with the sales transaction the operation or of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s Sales or Service Departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur. If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction, the following steps should be taken: STEP ONE -Discussyour problem witha member of dealership management. Satisfaction can often be quickly obtained at that level. If the matter has already been or reviewed with the Sales, Service or Parts Manager, contact the General Manager owner of the dealership. STEP TWO If after contacting a memberof Dealership Management,it appears your problem cannotbe resolved by the dealership without further help,contact the Cadillac Consumer Relations Center 24 hours per day by calling 1-800-458-8006 or if you havean AllantC call 1-800-ALLANTk. In Canada, contactGM of Canada Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 ENGLISH or 1-800-263-7854 FRENCH. InMexico,call1-900-254-17-86.InPuertoRico, U.S. VirginIslands,call 1-809-763-1315. In all other overseas locations, contact GM International Export Sales in Canada by calling 1-416-644-4112. - -. 1 For prompt assistance, please have the following information available Consumer Relations Representative: to give the - Your name, address and telephone number - Vehicle Identification Number (This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate attached to the left top of the instrument panel and through visible the windshield.) - Dea€ership nameand location - Vehicle delivery date and present mileage - Nature of problem In order to give your inquiry prompt attention, please call the appropriate toll fiee to write Cadillac, please send all correspondenceto number listed. However, if you wish the respective United States, Canada orGM Overseas Central Office address listed on the following page. When contacting Cadillac, please remember yourthat problem will likely be resolved in the dealership, using dealership facilities, equipment and personnel. That why is we suggest you follow Step One first. CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING OR SPEECH IMPAIRED To assist owners who have hearing difficulties, Cadillac has installed special TDD (TelecommunicationDevicesfortheDeaf)equipmentin its ConsumerRelations to a TDD or a Center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access conventionalteletypewriter my) can communicate with Cadillacbydialing: 1-800-TDD-CMCC. (TDD users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830). 2 7 - ZONE AND CENTRAL OFFICE ADDRESSES CENTRAL OFFICES UNITED STATES Consumer Relations Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 2860 Clark Detroit, Michigan 48232 1-800458-8006 (24 Hours) 1 - 8 O O - A L L m (Allantks only) CANADA Consumer Relations Department General Motors of Canada Limited Oshawa, Ontario L1J 526 1-800-263-3777 (ENGLISH) 1-800-263-7854 (FRENCH) INTERNATIONAL EXPORT SALES P.O. Box 828 Oshawa, Ontario L1H 7N1 Fax: 416-644-4866 Telex: 8214981215 CADILLAC ZONE OFFICES CENTRAL ZONE Post Office Box 33109 Detroit, Michigan 48232 LOS ANGELES ZONE Post Office Box 5018 Thousand Oaks,California 91359-5018 FLORIDA ZONE Barrette Bank Centre Fifth Floor 625 North Flagler West Palm Beach, Florida 33401 MIDWEST ZONE Post Office Box 3002 Naperville, Illinois 60566 NORTHWEST ZONE Post Office Box 23850 Oakland, California 94623 MID-ATLANTIC ZONE Post Office Box9010 Wayne, Pennsylvania 19087 SOUTHWEST ZONE Post Office Box 660118 Dallas, Texas 75266-0118 EASTERN ZONE Post Office Box 3003 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 *NOTE: The state of Alaska is serviced by the Northwest Zone. The state of Hawaii is serviced by the Los Angeles Zone. SOUTHEAST ZONE Post Office Box 50256 Atlanta, Georgia 30302 3 GENERAL MOTDRS OF CANADA REGIONAL OFFICES CALGARY, AB T2P 3W7 4220 Blackfoot Trail P.O. Box 2510 1-800-263-3777 TORONTO, ONTARIOM3C lJ1 1200 Eglinton Ave. E. 416-359-0588 1-800-263-3777 MONTREAL, QUEBEC H9R 4R2 5000 Trans-Canada Hwy. Pointe Claire, Quebec 1-800-263-7854 GENERAL MOTORSOFFICES OVERSEAS FAR EAST GM Overseas Distribution Corp. Roppongi Fuji Building 2-6 Nishiazabu 3-Chome Minato-Ku Tokyo, Japan 106 Telephone: 03-470-3461 Telex: JAPAUTO J22776 DUBAI GMODCDES Middle East Regional Marketing Office Dubai International Trade Centre Level 30 P.O. Box 9233 Dubai, United Arab Emirates Telex: 46542 GMODC EM SAUDI ARABIA GM Overseas Distribution Corp. P.O. Box 5784 Jeddah, 21432 Saudi Arabia Telephone: 02-665-3380 Telex: 401748 GMOT SJ EUROPE GMODCflES Europe RMO C/O GM Service GMBH Postfach 1710 D-6090 Ruesselsheim Federal Republic of Germany Telephone: 6142-602319 or 312 Telex: 4182841 GMO D Fax: 6142-82632 or Code (02) PUERTO RICO U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS GM Overseas Distribution Corp. Centro Commercial san Francisco Rio Piedras. Puerto Rim Mail: G.P.O. Box G4382 San Juan,Puerto Rim 00936 Telephone: 809-763-1315 Telex: 3450394 MEXICO General Motors de Mexico Consumer Relations Supervisor Service Department Apartado Postal 107-BIS Mexico 1, D.F. Telephone: 905-245-17-86 Telex: 1763 185 .c -. GM PARTICIPATION IN BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM* Our experience has shown that the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described in earlier this section has been very successful in achieving customer satisfaction. If you have discussed a concern with your Dealership management and have not been able to resolve it, let us know. Questions and concerns are resolved most efficiently if you telephone or write directly to our offices as described. However, if you have not been substantially satisfied, Cadillac wants toyou beaware ofGM's voluntary participation in a nocharge mediatiodarbitration program called BBB AUTO LINE. This program is administered bythecouncil of Better Business Bureaus through 1ocalBetterBusiness Bureaus. It canresolveindividualdisputesinvolvingvehiclerepairsandthe interpretation of your New Vehicle Limited Warranty. We prefer that you not resort to BBB AUTO LINE until after a final decision is made under the Customer Satisfaction Procedure. However, you may file a claim at any time by contacting your local Better Business Bureauor(BBB) calling the following 24 hour toll-freenumber to obtain the telephonenumberofyournearestBBBoffice: 1-800-955-5100. For further information about filling a claim, you may also twrite o: BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, Virginia22203 In order to file a claim, you will have to provide your name and address, the vehicle identification number (VIN)of your vehicle, and a statement of the nature of your If complaint. BBB staff may try to help resolve your dispute through mediation. mediation is not successful, or if you do not wish to participate in mediation, eligible customers may present their caseto an impartial third party arbitrator at an informal in your case, which you may accept or hearing. The arbitrator will render a decision reject. If you accept a valid arbitrator decision, Cadillac will be bound by that decision The entire dispute settlement process should take ordinarily about40days from the time you file your complaint to the time a decision is rendered 47 days (or if you did not first contact your dealership or Cadillac). We encourage you touse this program before or insteadof resorting to the courts. We believe it offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because itis fast, free of charge, and informal (lawyers are not usually present, although you may retain one at your expense if you choose). Arbitrators make decisions based on the principlesof fairness and equity. They are not required to duplicate the functions of courts by stri applying state or federal law. If you wish to go to court however, do we not require that you first file a claim with BBB AUTO LINE ** unless state law provides otherwise. Whatever your preference may be, remember thatif you are unhappy with the results of BBB AUTO LINE, you canstill go to court becausean arbitrator's decision is binding on Cadillac but not you on unlessyou accept it. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age/mileage, on the component involvedand other factors. For further information concerning the program, call your local BBB or call 1-800-955-5100 for the toll-free number of your nearest BBB. You may also call the Cadillac Consumer Assistance Center. *Thisprogram may not be available in allstates, depending on state law. (Canadian owners should referto the C a d i a n Warranty Booklet). General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. ** Some states may require that you first file a claim withBBB AUTO LINE before resorting to state operated procedures (including court). REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TOTHE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which couldcause 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 NHTSAreceives similar complaints, itopen may an investigation, andit iffinds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign, However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. To contactNHTSA,youmayeithercalltheAutoSafetyHotlinetoll-Free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write toNHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportatior., Washington,D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TOTHE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Ltd. YoumaywritetoTransportCanadaatBox 8880, Ottawa,Ontario K1G 352. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS r In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at our Consumer Relations Center, 1-800-458-8006, or in Canadacall, 1-8W263-3777, (English) or1-8W263-7854 (French), or write: Cadillac Motor Car Division, Consumer Relations Center, 2860 Clark Avenue Detroit,MI 48232. 6 L , SERVICE PUBLICATIONS Information onhow toobtain Product Service Publications, subscriptions, Indexes and summaries as describedbelowis applicable only in fifty the US. states (and the District fo Columbia) and only for cars and light trucks withGVWR less than10,OOO pounds (4 536 kg). In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins and Indexes can be obtained by writing to: General Motors of Canada Limited, Service Publications Department, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7. Cadillac regularly sends its dealers useful service bulletins about Cadillac products. Cadillac monitors product performance in the field. We then prepare bulletins for servicing our products better, Now, youcan get these bulletins too. 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Orders for Individual Product Service Publications cannot befilled without the appropriate bulletin numbers. These numbers may be found in the PSP index. Your first Product Service Publication costs $4.00; each additional PSP costs $2.00. Orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow adequate time for postal service. F add 4% sales tax GRAND TOTAL i 1 . . .SUBJECT INDEX A . . . . . . . ACC(Ignition Key Position) ........................... 74 AccessoryPower. Retained .......................... 328 Adding BrakeFluid ..................................... 284 Electrical Equipment ............................. 327 Engine Coolant ................................. 279 Power Steering Fluid ............................. 281 TransaxleFluid .................................. 277 Additives. Engine Oil ............................... 272 Adjustment. Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Adult Safety Belt Usage .............................. 18 Air Bag ............................................ 28 Air BagSystemLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Aircleaner .......................................274 Air Cleaner & PCV Filter Replace .... See Maint . Book. p.22 Air Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Air Conditioner. Warning Light ....................... 129 Air Outlets ........................................ 137 AirSystem ........................................ 137 Alarm. How To Turn Off Theft ........................ 71 Alcohol. Driving Under The Influence Of .............. 176 Alcohol in Gasoline ................................. 261 Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ......................... 322 AM Radio Reception ............................... 145 AM Stereo Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.45 Antenna. Cleaning Radio ............................ 164 Antifreeze ........................................ 278 Anti-lock Brakes ................................... 182 Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light ................. 122 Anti-TheftTips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Appearance Care ................................... 314 Appearance Care. Service and ........................ 260 Arm. Wearing A Safety Belt Under Your . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Ashtrays .......................................... 115 Astroroof - Express Open ............................ 114 Automatic Air Conditioning System ................... 137 Automatic Door Lock ................................ 62 Automatic Overdrive ................................ 80 . 1 . Automatic Pull-Down ................................ Automatic Transaxle ................................. Automatic Transaxle Fluid ........................... 69 78 275 Baby Restraint ...................................... 42 Battery ........................................... 287 Battery Cables. Starting With ......................... 226 Battery Power Loss .................................287 Battery Replacement (R.K.E.) ......................... 67 Beam. Headlight. High-Low Switch .................... 94 Belt Lap-Shoulder .................................... 19 Rear Seat ....................................... 36 Blizzard. If You’re Caught In A ....................... 215 Block Heater. Engine ................................ 77 Blood Alcohol Level ................................ 176 “Blowout. Tire .................................... 246 Boat. Towing A .................................... 217 BoseSoundSystems ................................ 151 Brake Adjustment ..................................... 186 Fluid .......................................... 286 Lining Replacement. How To Drive After ............ 286 Master Cylinder ................................. 284 Parking ......................................... 82 PedalTravel .................................... 186 Brake System. Antilock. Warning Light ................ 122 Brake System Warning Light ......................... 121 Brake WearIndicators. Front ........................ 185 Brakes.Anti-lock ................................... 182 Brakes. Rear ...................................... 186 Brakes.Trailer ..................................... 220 Braking ........................................... 180 Braking in Emergencies ............................. 186 Braking IfYour Engine Stops ........................ 182 “Break-In”. NewVehicle ............................. 74 Break-In Schedule. When Towing A Trailer ............. 218 Bucklingup ........................................ 18 Bulb Chart ........................................ 334 Bulb. Center High Mounted Stop Lamp Replacement .... 297 Bulbs. HalogenRemoval ............................ 288 Bulbs.Taillight Replacement ......................... 294 Bulbs.TurnSignal .................................. 335 . . . . b . L - -.‘Le . ‘L . u . . . 2 . C . c- . . . . . 226 Cables. Battery. Starting With ........................ 217 Camper. Towing A .................................. Capacities.Fluid ................................... 338 247 Car Jack Instructions ............................... Carbon Monoxide In Exhaust ...................... 89.216 321 Care and Cleaning of Phaeton Top .................... Cassette Tape Player. Care Of Your ................... 163 Cassette TapeSystems .............................. 148 Cautions.Safety ...................................... 1 CB Radio. Adding A............................. 144. 327 144. 327 Cellular Telephone. Adding A ..................... Center High Mounted Stop Lamp Bulb Replacement . . . . 297 Center PassengerPosition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Central Door Unlocking System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Chains. Tire ....................................... 314 Change The Oil. When To ........................... 272 Changing A Flat Tire ............................... 247 Charge. Battery. Warning Light ....................... 126 Chassis Lubrication .................. See Maint. Book. p.8 Checking Service Station ................... See Maint. Book. p.8 The Brake Fluid ................................. 285 The Engine OilLevel ............................ 268 The Power Steering Fluid ......................... 281 The Transaxle Fluid .............................. 275 Things Under The Hood .......................... 266 Your Restraint Systems ............................ 56 Your Safety Belt Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Chemical Paint Spotting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 Child Restraint. Securing .............................. 44 Child Restraints ..................................... 42 Children And Safety Belts ............................ 39 Cigarette Lighter ................................... 116 Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .328 CityDriving ....................................... 201 Cleaner. Air .......................................274 Cleaning Fabric .......................................... 316 Glass .......................................... 320 Leather And Vinyl ............................... 318 PhaetonTop .................................... 321 Safety Belts ..................................... 319 The Inside Of Your Cadillac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316 The Outside Of Your Cadillac ..................... 320 The Power Antenna .............................. 164 . 3 The Top of the Instrument Panel ................... 319 The Underbody Of Your Vehicle ................... 323 The Windshield ................................. 320 Weatherstrips ................................... 322 Clock. Setting The ............................... 158. 161 Climate Control. Electronic .......................... 139 Closed-In Places. Don't Idle In ........................ 89 CO In Your Exhaust .............................. 89. 216 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems .................. 143 Compact Disc Player. Care Of Your ................... 163 Compact Disc Sound Systems ........................ 154 Compact Spare Tire ................................ 256 Computer That Shows Fuel Economy .................. 130 Contents. Table Of ........ See Front of Owner Info. Manual Control Of A Vehicle ............................... 179 Control.Loss Of ................................... 192 Controls. Features And ............................... 58 Convex Outside Mirror .............................. 112 Coolant. Engine: Proper Solution To Use ............... 278 Coolant. Engine.WarningLight ...................... 125 Coolant. Safety Warnings About ...................... 236 Coolant TempLight ................................ 125 Cooling System Service .............. See Maint. Book. p.20 Corrosion Protection ........................ See Warranty 98 Cruise Control ...................................... Cruise Control. Change Speed With ................... 101 Cruise Control. Get Out Of .......................... 103 Cruise Control On Hills ............................. 102 Cruise Control. Turning Off .......................... 103 Curves.Driving On ................................. 187 D Damage To Finish .................................. 323 Damage To Sheet Metal ............................. 323 Damage Warnings .................................... 2 Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) ............... 106 Dead Battery. What To Do If You Have A .............. 226 DefensiveDriving .................................. 175 Defogger. Rear Window ............................. 142 Defrost ...........................................141 Delco-Bose Gold Series Compact Disc MusicSys ........ 154 Delco-Bose Speaker Covers .......................... 319 Delco-BoseSystem ................................. 151 Delco Sound Systems ............................... 143 DEXRONIIE@ ................................... 325 Dimensions.Vehicle ................................ 339 . 4 U e r F i f i .... Disposal. Used Oil ................................. Doing Your Own Service Work ....................... Door Locks ........................................ Downhill.Parking .................................. Downshifting ....................................... Driver’s Side S.I.R. (“Air Bag”) ........................ Driving And the Road. Your .............................. AtNight ........................................ Defensive ...................................... Hill and Mountain ............................... In A Foreign Country ............................ InCities ........................................ In Fog, Mist And Haze ........................... InTheRain ..................................... InWinter ....................................... On A Long Trip ................................. On Snow Or Ice ................................. On The Freeway ................................. OnCurves ...................................... Winter ......................................... Drunken Driving ................................... Dual Braking System ................................ . 273 260 60 209 81 28 166 193 175 206 263 201 199 196 212 204 213 203 187 212 176 121 “E. Flashing. On Fuel Data Center ................... 130 Electric Outside Mirror Control ....................... 111 Electrical Equipment. Adding ........................ 327 Electronic Climate Control .......................... 139 Electronic Level Control ............................ 136 Electronic SolarSensor ............................. 143 Emergencies. Braking in ............................. 186 Emergencies. Steering In ............................ 188 Emergency Starting. Discharged Battery ............... 227 Emergency Towing ................................. 232 Engine 77 Block Heater (Option) ............................ Coolant ........................................ 278 Coolant Temp Light .............................. 125 Oil ............................................ 268 Oil Additives .................................... 272 Oil Light ....................................... 127 Oil. When To Change ............................ 272 Overheating .................................... 236 StartingYour .................................... 76 Warning Light About Need For Service ............. 120 Ethanol In Gasoline ................................ 262 Exhaust. Caution ................................. 89.216 Exhaust. Dangerous Gas In ........................ 89.216 Expectant Mothers. Use Of Safety Belts By .............. 33 Explanation of Maint. Service ........ See Maint . Book. p.18 Express Down Window (Driver’s Side) .................. 90 Expressway Driving ................................. 202 Extender.SafetyBelt ................................ 55 Exterior Appearance ................................ 320 I . . . ... . .. . . F Fabric. Foam-Type Cleaner On ....................... 316 Fabric. Solvent-me Cleaner On ...................... 317 Fasteners. Replacement ............................. 260 Features And Controls ............................... 58 Fetus. Risk To ..From Safety BeltUse .................. 33 Filling Your Fuel Tank .............................. 263 Filter. Oil .......................................... 335 Finish Damage ..................................... 323 First Gear. When To Use ............................. 82 Flat Tire .......................................... 246 Flat Tire. Changing A ............................... 247 Flooded Engine. Starting A ........................... 76 Floor Mats ........................................ 117 Fluid Capacities .................................... 338 Fluids & Lubricants. Recommended ... See Maint. Book. p.38 Fluid. Brake ....................................... 284 Fluid. Power Steering ............................... 281 Fluid.Transaxle .................................... 275 Fluid Usage Label .................................. 267 FM Stereo Radio Reception ......................... 144 Foam-Type Cleaner On Fabric ........................ 316 Fog. Driving In ..................................... 199 Fog: Getting It Off the Windshield .................... 141 Foreign Operation .................................. 263 Francais. Guide En ...................... See Introduction Freedom Battery ................................... 287 Freeing Car From Sand. Mud. Iceor Snow ............. 257 FreewayDriving ................................... 202 French Language Manual ................. See Introduction Front Brake Wear Indicators ......................... 185 Front Seatback Latches ............................... 9 Front Seatbacks. Reclining ............................. 7 Front Towing Hook-Ups ............................. 234 Fuel .............................................. 261 Fuel Data Center ................................... 130 . . . . Fuel.Door. Remote ................................ Fuel.Tank.FillingYour ............................. Fuse Replacement .................................. Fuses And Circuit Breakers .......................... 264 263 329 328 G 117 Garage Door Opener (Option) ....................... Gear Positions ...................................... 78 Gearshift Lever. Positions Of .......................... 78 Gasoline .......................................... 261 Gasoline Tank. Filling Your .......................... 263 Glass.Cleaning .................................... 320 GloveBox .......................................... 68 Graphic Equalizer .................................. 149 Graphic Symbols ..................................... 3 Guard Against Theft ................................. 70 Guide EnFrancais ....................... See Introduction H HalogenBulbs ..................................... 288 Halogen Headlight Bulb Removal ..................... 288 Hazard Warning Flasher ............................. 225 Haze.Driving In ................................... 199 Headlight High-LowBeam ........................... 94 Headlight On Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Head Restraints ...................................... 9 Heated Windshield ................................. 141 Heater ............................................ 139 Heater. Engine Block ............... ................. / I High-Low Headlight Beam Switch .... ................. 94 High Speed. Shifting WhenYour Engine: Running ........ 80 Highway Hypnosis .................. ................ 205 Hill and Mountain Roads ............................ 206 Hills, Parking On ................................... 208 Holding A Baby In Your Car .......................... 41 Hood, Don’t Open If You See Steam .................. 236 Hood Release ..................................... 266 Horn .............................................. 91 Hot Coolant, Warning Light For ...................... 125 Hot Engine, Safety Warnings About ................... 236 How The Air Bag System Works ....................... 28 How To Obtain Roadside Service ...... See Roadside Service How To Operate Your Sound System .................. 143 clcl . . . . 7 How To Test The Alarm .............................. 72 How To Use This Manual .............................. 1 How To Wear Safety Belts Properly ..................... 18 Hydroplaning ...................................... 197 I Ice, If You’re Stuck In ............................... 257 Identification Label, Service Parts ..................... 327 Identification Number, Vehicle ....................... 326 Idling Your Engine .................................. 89 If A Tire Goes Flat ................................. 246 Ignition Key Positions ................................ 74 Illuminated Entry System ............................. 65 Indicator, Bulbs For Turn Signal ...................... 335 Indicators, Warning, On Instrument Panel .............. 120 Infant Restraint ..................................... 42 Inflatable Restraint Light ............................. 29 Inflation, Proper Tire ............................... 307 InsideMirrors (Daymight) .......................... 109 Inspection, Tire .................................... 308 Instrument Panel ................................... 118 Instrument PanelWarningLights ..................... 120 Interior Cleaning ................................... 316 Introduction ........ See Front of Owner Information Manual . i -_ h- .Li J Jacking And Removing Flat Tire ...................... 251 Jump Starting ...................................... 227 K Keyless Entry System ................................ Keys .............................................. Keys, Ignition ....................................... Kilometer Indicator ................................ 65 58 59 119 L Label,FluidUsage ................................. 267 Lamp Housings,Exterior ............................ 288 Lamp Monitors .................................... 108 Lane Change Indicator ............................... 93 Lap-Shoulder Belt ................................... 19 Larger Children and Safety Belts ....................... 52 Latches, Front Seatback ............................... 9 Leaking, Of Exhaust Into Your Car ..................... 88 8 c L A . . . . . Leather. Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318 Light. Air Bag System ................................ 29 Light. Change Oil Soon ............................. 128 Light. Charge ...................................... 126 Light. Coolant Temp ................................ 125 Light.Oil ......................................... 127 Light. Safety Belt Reminder ......................... 11.17 Light.Security ...................................... 71 Light.ServiceAir Cond ............................. 129 Light.Service Engine Soon .......................... 126 Light.Service SSS .................................. 129 Light. Service Vehicle Soon .......................... 126 Light. Stop Engine Temp ............................ 125 Light.TractionActive ............................... 123 123 Light. Traction Off .................................. Light. Turn Signal Indicator ........................... 93 Lighter. Cigarette .................................. 116 Lights ............................................ 104 Lights. Operation of ................................. 94 Lights.Traffic ...................................... 173 Lights.Warning. On Instrument Panel ................. 120 Loading ..Tires .................................... 305 Loading YourVehicle ............................... 303 Lock. Rear Door Security ............................. 63 Locks. Door ........................................ 60 Log. Operating Record .............. See Maint . Book. p.44 Long Distance Driving .............................. 204 Loss Of Control .................................... 192 Low Battery. What To Do About A .................... 226 Low Oil Pressure. Warning Light For .................. 127 Low Windshield Washer Fluid Warning Light ............ 97 Lubricants. Recommended ........... See Maint . Book. p.38 . . -. Maintenance A Word About ................... See Maint . Book. p.2 Coupons ........................ See Maint. Book. All Explanation of Services .... See Maint . Book. p.18,20,22,24 See Maint. Book. p.2 Oil Change ...................... Owner Checks ............. See Maint . Book. p.26,28,30 Operating Record Log .......... See Maint. Book. p.44-80 Recommended Fluids ....... See Maint . Book. p.38,40,42 Schedules ............... See Maint . Book. p.10,12,14,16 Service Ctr. Inspec. & Sew. . . See Maint. Book. p.32,34,36 Service Station Owner Checks ...... See Maint. Book. p.8 Maintenance Record ................ See Maint. Book. p.44 9 . Maplights ......................................... 107 Markings.Pavement ................................ 174 Master Cylinder. Brake .............................. 284 MatchingTransmitters ............................... 66 Methanol In Gasoline ............................... 261 Mileage Indicator .................................. 119 Mirrors. Front Seat Vanity ........................... 111 Mirrors.Inside Daymight ........................... 109 Mirrors. Outside ................................... 111 Mist. Driving In .................................... 199 Mobile Telephone. Adding A...................... 144. 327 Monitors. Lamp .................................... 108 Mountain Driving .................................. 206 MTBE In Gasoline ................................. 262 Mud. If You’re Stuck In ............................. 257 N “N” (Neutral) Gear Position .......................... NewVehicle “Break-In” .............................. Night. Driving At ................................... NightVision ....................................... Notices About Damage ................................ 80 74 193 194 . L-d . I . ) . -. ‘L . . u 2 0 Occupant Restraint .................................. 10 Octane Required For Your Car ....................... 261 Odometer And Speedometer ......................... 118 Odometer. Trip .................................... 119 Off (Ignition Key Position) ............................ 74 Off Road Recovery ................................. 189 Oil. Engine ........................................ 268 Oil. When To Change Your Engine .................... 272 Oil Life Indicator ................................... 133 OilLight .......................................... 127 OilQuality ........................................ 272 OilThickness(Viscosity) ............................ 270 Operating Record .................. See Maint. Book. p.44 Operation In Foreign Countries ...................... 263 Outside Air ....................................... 137 Outside Mirrors .................................... 111 Overdrive.Automatic ................................ 80 Overheated Engine Coolant. Warning Light For ......... 125 Overheating. Engine ................................ 236 Owner Checks & Services ............ See Maint . Book. p.26 . Ld . . . c . 10 . . c- . . . P “P” (Park) Position .................................. 78 Paint Spotting.Chemical ............................ 324 ParkPosition ....................................... 78 84 Park. Shifting Into ................................... ParkingBrake ......................................82 209 Parking.Downhill .................................. 208 Parking On Hills ................................... 87 Parking Over Things That Burn ........................ ParkingUphill ..................................... 210 72 PASS-Key I1 TM ...................................... 190 Passing Another Vehicle ............................. 174 Pavement Markings ................................. 186 Pedal Travel. Brake ................................. 180 Perception Time.InBraking ......................... Polishing and Waxing ............................... 321 Possible Damage to Your Car. Notices About . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Possible Injury To People. Cautions About ................ 1 Power Antenna. Cleaning The ........................... 164 Door Locks ...................................... 60 Reclining Front Seatbacks (Option) ................... 7 6 Seat Controls ..................................... Steering ........................................ 187 Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281 90 Windows ........................................ Pregnancy. Use Of Safety Belts During ................. 33 Problems On The Road ............................. 224 Product Service Publications .......... See Owner Assistance Proper Safety Belt Usage. For Adults................... 18 Pull Down System. Trunk ............................. 69 R . . .. “R” (Reverse) Gear Position .......................... 79 Racing. Shifting When Your Engine Is .................. 80 Radiator Overheating ............................... 236 Radiator Pressure Cap .............................. 280 Radio. Two.Way. Adding A ....................... 144. 327 143 Radio Systems ..................................... Rain. Driving In .................................... 196 180 Reaction Time. In Braking ........................... RearBrakes ....................................... 186 63 RearDoorSecurityLock ............................. Rear Storage Box ................................... 68 Rear Seat Passengers ................................ 36 . 11 Rear Towing Hook-Ups ............................. 235 Rear Window Defogger ............................. 142 Reclining Front Seatbacks ............................. 7 Recommended Fluids & Lubricants ... See Maint. Book. p.38 Recovery. Off Road ................................. 189 217 Recreational Vehicle. Towing A ....................... Remote Fuel Door ................................. 264 Remote Trunk Release ............................... 69 Replacement Fasteners .............................. 260 Replacing Brake System Parts ........................ 286 ReplacingSafetyBelts ............................... 56 Replacing Tires .................................... 310 ReplacingWheels .................................. 312 Reporting Safety Defects to Canadian Gov’t ................See Owner Assistance to General Motors ................See Owner Assistance to U.S. Gov’t ..................... See Owner Assistance Restarting Your Car When It’s Moving ................. 75 Restraint. Infant ..................................... 40 Restraint. Occupant ................................. 10 Restraint Systems. Checking Your ...................... 56 Restraints.Child .................................... 42 Restraints. Head ..................................... 9 Restraints. Larger Children ........................... 52 Retained Accessory Power ........................... 328 Reverse Gear Position ............................... 78 “Riding” The Brakes ................................ 181 Road Signs ........................................ 166 Roads. Hill and Mountain ........................... 206 Rocking Your Car Out Of Snow. Ice. Sand Or Mud ...... 257 Rotation. Tire ..................................... 308 Rotate. If You’re Stuck AndYour Front Wheels Can’t ..... 82 Run (Ignition Key Position) ........................... 75 Running Your Engine While Parked .................... 89 S 55 Sa rety Belt Extender ................................. rety Belt Reminder Light ......................... 11. 17 Sa 56 Sa rety Belt Replacement. Need For .................... 33 Sa !ety Belt Use During Pregnancy ..................... 18 Sa rety Belt Usage By Adults ........................... rety Belt Usage By Children ......................... 39 Sa Sa retyBelts ........................................ 10 Sa rety Belts. Center Passenger’s Position ................ 34 319 Sa retyBelts. Cleaning ............................... 18 Sa rety Belts. How To Wear Properly .................... 12 . . . . . c- . . . . . . Safety Belts. Rear Seat ...............................36 Safety Belts. Replacing After A Crash .................. 56 Safety Belts. Right Front. Adult Passenger ............... 34 10 Safety Belts: They’re For Everyone ..................... Safety Belts. Torn .................................... 57 27 SafetyBelts.Twisted ................................. Safety Belts. Why To Wear ............................ 12 1 Safety Cautions ...................................... Safety Defects Reporting to Canadian Gov’t ....... See Owner Assistance Reporting to General Motors ....... See Owner Assistance Reporting to U.S. Gov’t ............ See Owner Assistance 1 Safety Warningsand Symbols ........................... 257 Sand. If You’re Stuck In ............................. Schedule I Maint.Sew............... See Maint . Book. p.14 Schedule I1 Maint. Serv.............. See Maint . Book. p.16 Schedule Maint. Serv., Explanation of . See Maint. Book. p.18 Seat Controls ........................................ 6 9 Seatback Latches. Front ............................... 6 Seats and Safety Belts ................................. 81 Second Gear. When To Use ........................... 44 Securing A Child Restraint ............................ 63 Security Lock. Rear Door ............................. Selecting the Right Schedule ......... See Maint. Book. p.12 129 Service Air Cond Light .............................. 260 Service and Appearance Care ........................ Service Center Inspec. & Serv......... See Maint . Book. p.32 126 Service Engine Soon Light ........................... 327 Service Parts Identification Label ..................... Service Publications ................. See Owner Assistance 129 Service SSS Light ................................... Service Station Checks ............... See Maint. Book. p.8 Service Vehicle Soon Warning Light ................... 126 Servicing Your Cadillac With The Air Bag System ........ 32 Setting The Clock ...............................158. 161 Setting The Trip Odometer .......................... 119 323 Sheet Metal Damage ................................ 78 Shift Lever. Positions Of .............................. 84 Shifting Into Park ................................... Shifting Out Of Park ................................. 86 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 175 SignalingTurns .................................... 166 Signs. Road ....................................... S.1.R ............................................... 28 Skidding .......................................... 192 Slippery Surfaces. Driving On ........................ 213 SmalIer Children. Use Of Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 13 . Snow. If You’re Stuck In Deep ........................ 217 Snow Or Ice. Driving On ............................ 213 Snowstorm. If You’re Caught In A Bad ................ 215 Solvent-vpe Cleaner On Fabric ...................... 317 Sound Equipment. Adding ........................ 144. 327 Sound System. How to Operate Your .................. 143 Spare Tire. Compact ................................ 256 Speaker Covers. Delco Bose ......................... 319 Specifications ...................................... 336 Speed Sensitive Steering ............................. 135 Speed Sensitive Suspension .......................... 135 Speedometer And Odometer ......................... 118 Stains. Removing ................................... 316 Start (Ignition yK : Position) .......................... 74 Starting Your Engine ................................ 75 Starting Your Car If The Battery Is “Dead” ............. 226 Steam From Hot (Overheated) Engine ................. 236 Steep Hill. Parking On A ............................ 208 Steering .......................................... 187 Steering In Emergencies ............................. 188 Steering Tips ...................................... 187 Steering Wheel,Tilt ................................. 91 Steering Without Power Assist ........................ 187 Stereo Sound Systems ............................... 143 Stop Engine Temp Light ............................. 125 Storage Armrest ................................... 117 Storing Your Vehicle ................................ 287 Stuck. If Your Ignition Key Is .......................... 75 Stuck. If You’re - In Sand. Mud. Ice Or Snow ........... 257 Subscribing to Cadillac Product Pub. . . . See Owner Assistance Sunglasses.WearingAtNight ........................ 195 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (S.I.R.) ............... 28 Symbols Used On Your Vehicle ......................... 3 . I I Table Of Contents ......... See Front of Owner Info. Manual 294 TaillightBulb Replacement .......................... Tamper-Resistance Of Odometer ..................... 120 Tape Player Care ................................... 163 Temperature, Stop Engine. Warning Light .............. 125 Thermostat ........................................ 280 Theft .............................................. 70 Theft Deterrent System .............................. 71 Third Gear. When To Use ............................ 81 Tightness Adjustment. Shoulder Belt ................... 21 Tilt Steering Wheel .................................. 91 . L - . . L r . C r . . C d . c . . . 14 - . . . . Time. Setting The ............................... 158.161 Tire Chains .......................................314 247 Tire. Flat .......................................... Tire Inflation ...................................... 307 Tire Inspection and Rotation ......................... 308 Tires ..Loading .................................... 303 Tire Quality Grading ................................ 310 Tires ............................................. 305 212 Tires. and Winter Driving ............................ Tires. When It's Time For New Tires .................. 309 Torn Safety Belts .................................... 57 Torque Lock. Automatic Transaxle .................... 211 Towing A Trailer ................................... 217 TowingYour Cadillac ............................... 232 136.184 Traction Control ................................ Traction Control System Warning Light ................ 123 Trademarks. GM ................................... 260 TrafficLights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 TrafficOfficer ..................................... 175 Trailer Towing .....................................217 Transaxle. Automatic ................................. 78 TransaxleFluid .................................... 275 Transaxle Gear Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Travel. Brake Pedal ................................. 186 Trip Odometer ..................................... 119 TrunkRelease. Remote .............................. 69 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator ................. 92 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 105 Twilight Sentinel ................................... "kisted Safety Belts .................................. 27 Two Children Wearing The Same Safety Belt ............. 54 U . . Underbody Maintenance ............................ 323 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ........................ 310 Universal Theft Deterrent ............................ 71 Unleaded Gasoline .................................261 210 UphillParking ..................................... 316 Upholstery Care ................................... Urban Driving ..................................... 201 Used Oil. How To Dispose Of ........................ 273 Vanity Mirrors. Front Seat Vehicle Damage Warnings V ........................... 111 ............................. 2 . 15 . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .................. Vehicle Storage .................................... Vehicle Symbols ...................................... Vents ............................................. Vinyl. Cleaning .................................... 326 287 3 137 318 W WarningLights ..................................... 120 Flasher. Warning Hazard .......................... 225 Light. Anti-lock Brake System ..................122.182 121 Light. Brake System .............................. Light. Engine Oil Pressure .................. ..... 127 Light. Traction Control System ..................... 123 118 Lights. On Instrument Panel ....................... Lights: What To Do If One Goes On ................ 120 Warnings. Safety ..................................... 1 Warnings. Vehicle Damage ............................. 2 98 Washer. Headlight ................................... Washer. Windshield .................................. 96 Water. Don’t Use ..For Windshield Washer .......... 97.283 185 Wear Indicators. Disc Brake ......................... Weather Strips. Cleaning ............................ 322 Wet Road Driving ............................ ; ..... 196 Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance ................... 312 250 Wheel Cover. Wire ................................. 250 Wheel Covers. How To Remove ...................... Wheel Nut Torque .................................. 255 312 WheelReplacement ................................ 322 Wheels. Aluminum ................................. 10 Why Safety Belts Work ............................... Window Express Down. Driver’s Side ................... 90 WindowLock ....................................... 91 90 Windows.Power .................................... Windshield Cleaning The ................................... 320 141 Heated ......................................... 96 Washer .......................................... WasherFluid ....................................282 Wipers .......................................... 95 Wipers: If They Stop .............................. 96 Winter Driving ..................................... 212 Working On YourVehicle ........................... 260 WornTires ........................................ 309 WreckerTowing .................................... 232 . . . b-a . L . L r . lr I .. . 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