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1996 Cadillac Eldorado Owner`s Manual
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1. due MERE UM uou cuyas uc eid ammi 3 13 Tire CHAME e eee serae ee CEDERE Fer 6 44 TueLomdig 0 ee hoo rh e e Is 4 29 Tire Loading Information Label 4 29 8 10 AE EIUS atas Vaf VES NEA IEEE 6 36 Alignment and Balance dcr dcr 6 4 irae 1 POPE es e Rn 6 44 Changing Flat an Cleaning seva Praed rad bsc rd dC d 6 50 CORDA SPATE ees hem sie nna aac ria 6 37 Inspection and Rotation 6 38 Watt E EE 4 29 Doris sc wi ate eis ee EX E RICE RE 6 37 dispo qe 6 42 TIUCUDD 6 41 rper E 6 4 Uniform Quality Grading 6 41 Wer 2 4 5739 Wheel Replacement C ORE TPS RCL VE 6 A13 Qe OBRA When It s Time for New 4 25 2205 e rares 6 39 Top Speed Fuel Cur Off Message 2 83 d a saves ace noe Rice nite 1 35 oe ace ae ak 2 26 Torque Wheel 2 2 2 3732 Tow a TREE remm ERI mo 4 31 Towing V
2. MMM cccM 33 Taillamp 1 Open the trunk to gain access to the taillamp housing 2 Remove the convenience net and pull the trim away to access wing nuts 5 Press the bulb housing lever and rotate the housing counterclockwise to remove it To remove the bulb push and rotate it counterclockwise Once you have replaced the burned out bulb reverse the steps to reassemble the taillamp 3 Remove the two wing nuts 4 Gently remove the taillamp housing 6 34 Wiper Blade Replacement It s a good idea to clean or replace the wiper hlade assembly on a regular basis or when worn For proper windshield wiper blade length and type see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts later in this section To replace the wiper blade assembly 1 Turn the ignition key to ACCESSORY and turn the wipers on Position the wipers on the windshield in the mid wipe position Then with the door open turn the key to OFF d Insert a screwdriver into the slot as shown and press down to release the wiper blade assembly 3 Align the wiper arm pin with the hole on the wiper blade assembly and snap it into place to install 6 35 Tires We don t make tires Your new Cadillac comes with high quality tires made hy a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see your Cadillac Warranty
3. e em 7 5 quarts Engine Cooling System 12 5 quarts Pus TIE oe ase panera ee Pu cp aa Wace rN 20 gallons eee ssn cece eas ede emcee 2 0 Ths Vehicle Dimensions Whee Base 2 Ord asleep ein ela ett 108 inches ate cae e lei Ni rd Ari vct e 200 2 inches Height as A Fe E AA FA EAA 53 6 inches E NEE m EREE TEE A 75 5 inches Front eR UR RYE 3 VES EIE 60 9 inches Rear 60 9 inches Wheel Nut Torque Deae ca iE e E ee ets 100 Ih ft 14 2 L 7 1 L 11 8 L 75 1 L 0 91 kg 2 743 mm 5 086 mm 1361 5 mm 1918 4 mm 1 546 mm 1 546 mm 140 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Filter Element Poel Filter Element esos Engine Oil Filter REV IVEIVE rna siio alo en pass Spark PIS Thermostat 2 cy Windshield Wiper Blade Sache ie U AC Type 1096 25096932 AC Type GF 580 25121468 22 Type PF 58 25014377 Type CV 774C 06487779 Type 41 900 5614236 AC Type 131 66 3531407 Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the sa
4. To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s have the i Dosen safety belt and let go back all the way The safety belt window so the child Se cares lap shoulder belt and will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide 2 a has larger child passenger Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need to use the safety belts properly e Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in Never do this a crash 2 Here two children are wearing the same belt The e Children who aren t buckled up can strike other belt can t properly spread the impact forces In a people who are crash the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured belt must be used by only one person at a time Q What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck 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 have the restraint that belts provide If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child s face or neck you might want to place the child in the center seat position the one that has
5. ee nd Right and Left Outside Heated Mirror TD SEAT ead Sou Rey TD SEAT CONVENC Trunk Release Relay Trunk Release Solenoid Fuel Door Release Relay Fuel Filler Door Release Solenoid Door Lock Relay Right and Left Front Door Motors Door Unlock Relay TT Driver and Passenger Seat Lumbar Switch Driver and Passenger Seat Belt Comfort Solenoid Memory Seat Module Front and Rear Park Lamps Right Front and Rear Sidemarker Lamps Headlamp Switch Export Rear Fog Lamps Export Rear Fog Lamp Relay Export Headlamp Switch LT PARK i Left Front and Rear Sidemarker Lamps Right and Left Parking Lamps License Lamp Underhood Lamp Do not alter OBD related fuses or circuit breakers R M H M Replacement Bulbs Application E ASH c rr XC rd Bas UD acs cole eee ean eee sr LOE sexies wir AER Courtesy Reading oc Gp Um Glove Compartment ap FF A Headlamps Composite Inner High Beam Outer Low Beam Ilumination Entry Lock Application Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Telltales service information on these bulbs contact your Cadillac dealer service departm
6. NOTES EN NOTES 8 Section Index Auc Off For Engine Protection Message 2 78 B 1 20 How Does Restram OR ORE 1 24 Hot WOIRB kara dur ree eye Li UNSERE KIC ICT 1 22 Readiness 3 1 22 2 64 Bervibing paesca ra n NAUES dca 1 26 What Makes it Inflate 1 24 What Will You See After it Inflates 1 25 When Should it Inflate Xon ws 1 24 An aw ee Siege pe eae dd Air Conditioning eee 3 9 Air Conditioning Refrigerants 6 65 6 66 Air Control Climate Control System 3 2 3 6 Alarm PRC oe viene cree ays eee pene ne 2 11 Alignment and Balance Tire 6 42 Aluminum Wheels Sane a 6 50 DT Pe eee orare cn o n 6 19 Anti Lock Brakes System Warning Light gaara pay 2 67 4 6 Anti Lockout Feature 2 5 Aunt TE Ri 3 33 Appearance ta 6 44 Materials Chart 6 52 Apply Brak
7. START for about three seconds at time until your Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N engine starts Wait about 14 seconds between each Your engine won t start in any other position that s try to help avoid draining your battery safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL only 3 If vour engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could he flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly hut then stops again do the same thing NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P if your Cadillac is moving If you do you could damage the transaxle Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories vou could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t vour engine mighi not perform properly If vou ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index I Without pushing the accelerator pedal tum your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine ge
8. 6 55 oi E oe enn pace TI TIGE UMEN EIE RE 6 7 HH aa etek mate ee eee we Ara die 2 30 Gages Hydraulic Brake Warning Lights 2 65 ee ener E ence ny ere poe eaten fen 2 73 mI CER m miens 4 19 TUNET ra Ra eee 2 62 cit Sos a 4 30 Ignition Positions NEN 2 14 Gear Positions Automatic Transaxle exe eoe Dluminated Entry 22 22 2 2 22 2 43 GROVE OR oy ae tes ha erie ap ard 7 2 2 50 luminated Visor Vanity Mirrors Pep cpnr Gross Axle Weight Rating 2 TRUE EM 4 30 Inadvertent Power Battery Saver 2 44 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 4 30 TIS eue e daa eA a n eR 6 37 Guide en mcd US ORBI fen ii instrument Pal ois ose 64 0 0 08 05 5 508 nre 2 58 DNE Filet bel ei ri 4 30 Brightness Contro ses alain as 2 43 ae Pee ae Pe ee iw uei Hato TORT TREE TENET TOY 6 29 CIBSIBT 3 5 444 514 ae er VV arpa er 4s Hazard Warning Flashers 7 72 2007 RUD intcr rubi E 2 43 Head Restraints INTE 1 7 C MEI C S Lee 5 28 Bulb Keplacement Lasse rre ann 6 29 Jump Starting
9. Anti Lock Brakes Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent braking skid When you start your engine and begin to drive away your anti lock brake system will check itself You may hear momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves a little This 18 normal If there s a problem with the anti lock brake system this warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions 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 s what happens with ABS compuler senses that wheels are slowing down If one You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly rear wheels Remember Anti lock doesn t change the time you need to get your foot up to the hrake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you
10. 5 32 6 65 Tum Signal On Message 2 84 Replacement rr bark KR ee e 6 42 NWIEHC T ciate eens cer nena ean EMT Td RE 2 29 Express Down PONEI ores ae eevee EI EE variae 2 29 Windshield Heated EPUM ipe 3 11 Windshield Washer 2 34 Fluid ur ee Windslield Wiper 2 32 Blade Replacement lt 6 35 PRISE EUR eT ROM a Cle E 6 54 Winter Driving sess DENET MA ER ETE 4 25 Wiring Headlamp Cae E TEM 6 54 Wood Panels RN ete 6 47 Wrecker oce e hmmm mne Wrench 5 28 8 12
11. 5 3 Entry xis y Mu erre PEST EE 2 6 ESSI Izd ow outs 2 1 Lahn ceri UI 4 29 4 30 Certificaton Tire 4 30 Service Parts Identification 6 53 Tire Loading Information vue 4 29 Vehicle Identification d E 6 53 LADIES LS CEDAR EAS ERG Vc e P 1 39 METER Spee pea 2 43 io aed d 2 40 Latches Seatback Eee Re 1 7 Leaving Your 2 3 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running 2 26 Level Control Electronic 2 80 dc ERE TERES RT COIT 2 42 LAUD 22 oz aos 30 10 M eis RD LUKE Lights Air Bag Readiness 1 223 2 64 Anti Lock Brake System Waring 2 67 4 6 Brake System 2 63 Charging System pe a ER Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 2 69 OW Pregame 1 2 oues 2 72 Parking Brake Indicator 2 66 Safety Belt Reminder 1 8 2 64 ere uie cuc mper 2 69 Traction Control System Warning 2 68 4 9 Loading Your 4 29 Locks Anti Lockaut Peuure
12. POT BUR ETE 6 16 EE PES 4 29 Reset Message 2 84 Speed Limited to XXX MEN Message 2 84 Transmission Hot Message CMM 2 84 Speed Limiter Transmitters m Keyless Entry 26 wentilation VMOU i ee exa ede ee 10 Universal 2 55 Low Refrigerant Compressor Off Message 2 84 Transportation Courtesy 7 7 Wisors Sun 2 53 Trip Set Reset HEP uS IESUS Tu E et Trunk Automatic Pull Down Feature mw Warning a CC Wl areas 83 Dock ROI pa c acp Ee E 2 9 Waming Lights Gages and Indicators MEE 2 63 Mounted CD Changer 3 22 3 29 Washer Fluid Windshield bake peo 6 24 Rea dokn 2 84 Washing Your Vehicle Exe pA ERO NO en 6 49 CNET lt gt 2 10 Weathetstrips Er RE mma a dicha 6 48 TET ces ca cidit sia 1 3 Wheel Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals ET 2 31 Alignment eee rere 6 42 Tum Signal On Chime 2 31 Nut Torque
13. e ees 6 31 Cornering Lamps 2 41 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Criss 2 35 Cruise Engaged Message 2 80 C pliolders cera 2 51 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone 7 3 Customer Assistance Information 7 1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ve fol Damage ee ae eg MH Damage Sheet Metal jive sels 6 50 Daytime Running Lamps 2 40 LT 5 3 Defects Reporting Safety oe Defensive Deiving 02 eevee see RR Le E UTERE 4 De foeger Rear Window 3712 Detfogging 4 4 4 7 3 12 Defpostinp 5 4 3 7 3 12 vx kr 2 78 Dimensions MEE 6 65 Dolby B Noise Reduction 3 17 3 21 3 29 Door Central Unlocking System ea ATE OC CET ERE REIR DM te Storage Compartment 2 50 Dooc Opern Message sei eae aie eae ss 2 80 Driver Door Open Message 2 80 Driver Information Center 2 75 Driver Information C
14. EU 1 22 POL FERRE neem 6 27 Replacing System 6 28 System Waming Light 2 65 a REEL did 4 35 Transaxle Shift Interlock tsi aha yn fee ee OA 6 27 Brake Vacuum Problem Message 2 79 AE BOE 4 6 en SEE S pcc 4 5 Braking in Emergencies 4 10 Break In New Vehicle 2 14 Brightness Control etna a ce as aie 2 43 ae aTa AE a aN al fatal alla a e paa a ia A a 2 27 Bulb Replacement 6 29 Capacities and Specifications 6 64 6 65 Carbon Monoxide 2 28 4 28 4 34 Cassette Tape Player sass 2018 3720 3727 Cassette Tape Player Care 3 33 Casserte Tape Player Errors 3 16 3 20 3 28 Cellular Telephone anm rrr yh 2 54 8 2 Center Console Storage 22 2 Center High Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement Center Rear Passenger Position Central Door Unlocking System Certification Tire Label Chains Safety Chains Tire Change Engine Oil Message Change Trans Fluid Message A Plat TIRES e o
15. is cool before you do See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information Engine damage if vou keep running your engine If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running 1f they aren t vour vehicle needs service Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling svstem can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if vou turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap 8 20 sii Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mix will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix With plain water or the wrong mix vour 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 50 50 mix of clean water and DEX COOL antifreeze NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts 5o use the recommended coolant You can be
16. cewek 6 50 DATI ES 6 45 6 46 CAGE pee tee eae ee a E dcr 6 48 Inside of Your Cadillac 6 45 In amp tument Panel oe ees eee sa eran 6 47 LASTED aera 6 47 Outside of Your Cadillac 6 49 Speaker COVES te ren erie ee 6 47 PRODI cernere Errem RR ees 6 46 SIMI Seep peace ae a queis Reale 6 46 8 50 lois BANANA a lard er a Pat 6 47 WE n 6 50 Windshield and Wiper Badii eec 5 6 48 Clock Setia ine v ee cece ss 3 13 EID COUR ce ns Lus Raus ee re CERE 3 1 Comtort Controls Steering Wheel Touch Control 3 13 Compact Disc Cape ree 3 36 Compact Disc Player 2222 3 20 Compact Disc Player 4 25 3 32 Compact 5 35 Compass Rearview Mirror Will s ca dfe E 2 46 eere Lr ER Tata 2 8 Control of amp Vehicle err ary 4 5 er ad pc pak ener eres 2 52 Convex Outside Mirror 2 50 eee o cmm oci Dea ceo ro rece mc oe ER Healer Engl iris swa TE SABE INK cic E a iaa nh man Lm 18 5 20 Cooling System M n deed iig 5 18 Cornering Lamp Bulb Replacement
17. Avoid hard accelerations Avoid steep uphill grades e If towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Put your vehicle in PARK P Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service am m If the Light Is Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out few driving trips should turn the light off Are you low on fuel As your engine starts to run out of fuel your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire The system can detect this Adding fuel should correct this condition Make sure to install the fuel cap properly It will take a few driving trips to turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel see
18. Fuel in the Index Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on If you experience this condition change the fuel brand you use It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the above steps have made the light turn off have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed a Oil Pressure Light This light tells vou if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check vour oil as soon as possible and have vour vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to vour engine from neglected oil problems can he costly and is not covered by your warranty The light goes on when you tum your key to RUN or START It goes off once you start your engine That s a check to be sure the light works If it doesn t come be sure to have it fixed so it will be there to warn vou if som
19. If you leave your vehicle the system will remember the control setting the next time you start your engine except for recirculation and defrost Each ignition cycle cancels recirculation whereas DEFROST will change to AUTO when the ignition is shut off and then turned back on Manual Operation You may manually adjust the air delivery mode or fan speed F AIC This setting directs airflow through the middle instrument panel outlets s 594 BI LEVEL This setting directs air into your vehicle in two ways Cool air is directed to the upper portion of your body through the middle instrument panel outlets while warmed air is directed to the floor y v HEATER DEFROST This setting directs air to the floor outlets and toward the windshield w HEATER This setting directs warmed air through the floor outlets Some warm air is diverted to the windshield to minimize fogging SI DEFROST Press this button to quickly remove fog or frost from the windshield This setting sends most af the airflow to the windshield with only a small amount to the floor outlets DE ICE Option Pressing this button helps to remove ice or frost from the windshield See Heated Windshield later in this section DEFOG Press this button to divide the air between the windshield and the heater outlets This is useful when fog appears on the windshield or side glass due to sudden rain or snowy conditions This feature is not available with th
20. LIFE LEFT then press and hold the RESET button until 100 OIL LIFE LEFT is displayed p a y Analog Control Buttons INFO RESET Pressing this button will reset the MPG AVG FUEL USED AVG MPH TIMER OIL LIFE LEFT and ENGLISH METRIC RESET Pressing INFO RESET when a non resettable display appears will cause a recall mode to occur When this happens all DIC warning messages that have been displayed since the ignition key was tumed to RUN will redisplay If no messages were displayed MONITORED SYSTEMS OK message will appear MPG AVG Average Fuel Economy Reset Press the INFO button to display the MPG AVG then press and hold the INFO RESET button until 0 0 MPG AVG is displayed Fuel Used Reset Press the INFO button to display the FUEL USED on the DIC then press and hold the INFO RESET button until FUEL USED 0 0 is displayed AVG MPH Average Speed Reset Press the INFO button to display the AVG MPH then press and hold the INFO RESET button until 0 0 AVG MPH is displayed Timer This feature is like a stopwatch in that you can clock the time it takes to get from one point to another To operate press the INFO button to display TIMER Each of the fields for the hours minutes and seconds are two numeric digits Once TIMER OFF 00 00 00 is displayed press the INFO RESET button to start the timing feature Press the INFO RESET button again to stop it If you will be starting and stop
21. paint information and alist of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle 6 53 Electrical System Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring has an individual fuse which is Add On Electrical Equipment powered by a MaxiFuse An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to NOTICE remain olf If this happens have the headlamp wiring checked right away Don t add anvthing electrical to vour Cadillac MaxiPuse is registered trademark of Little Fuse unless you check with vour dealer first Some Incorporated electrical equipment can damage your vehicle Windshield Wiper Fuses and the damage wouldn t be covered by vour warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should The windshield wiper motor is powered by a MaxiFuse It the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wipers will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem be sure to have it fixed Your vehicle has air bag system Before attempting Lo add anything electrical to your Cadillac see Servicing Power Windows and Other Power Options Your Air Bag Equipped Cadillac in the Index Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit hreaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the
22. want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs biS Of course traction 15 reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces hecause 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 braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue A Here are some tips mght driving Drive defensively Don t drink and drive Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between vou and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads You
23. ELDORADO The 1996 Cadillac Eldorado Owner s Manual Ji Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seii and safety belts property It also explains the SIR system Features and Controls 4 4 4 This section explains how to start and operate your Cadillac Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system Your Driving and the Road oa aan aaa nnn ao sn rena oa Ae nee m ERROR ee Ronin Dm RR Raine ec aie Here you ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions Problems on the ue se rnm ph ace This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc Service and Appearance Here the manual tells you how to keep your Cadillac running properly and looking wood Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Cadillac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications It also gives you informatio
24. After installing the compact spare on your vehicle vou should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at posted speed limits for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again 5 35 NOTICE Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or When the compact spare is installed don t take hat vou don t want to do when your vehicle is stuck 15 your vehicle through an automatic car wash with to spin your wheels too fast The method known as guide rails The compact spare can get caught on rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but 3 pn you Mus use Caution the rails That can damage the tire and wheel 3 and maybe other parts of vour vehicle Don t use your compact spare on other vehicles And don t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with If you let your tires spin at high speed they can other wheels or tires They won t fit Keep your spare explode and you or others could be injured And tire and its wheel together the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can NOTICE Tire chains won t fit your compact spare Using overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire o
25. Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s been used or how many miles it s been driven It could fail suddenly and cause an accident If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index for more information 6 43 Tire Chains and instructions And always open your doors or windows when you re cleaning the inside NOTICE Never use these ro clean your vehicle Gasoline Use tire chains only where legal and only when vou must Use only SAE Class 87 type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as Benzene Maphtha Carbon Tetrachloride tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If vou can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until il stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage vour vehicle Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous so
26. Entry RKE will not drain the battery over long period of time To begin programming press the INFO and RESET buttons at the same time for approximately two seconds Press the RESET button to answer ves and press the INFO button to indicate no response The first prompt to appear relates to the automatic door locks This feature can bypassed by pressing the INFO button The STORAGE MODE prompt appears next To select press the RESET button ENABLE STORAGE MODE will then appear yes or no response must be given If the INFO no button 1s pressed the DISABLE STORAGE MODE prompt will appear Once again yes or no response is required Once the battery guard has been programmed your vehicle will enter the storage mode approximately H minutes alter the ignition key has been turned off The will also be disabled at this point The will reactivate when a door or the trunk 15 opened however if your vehicle is left inactive for another 20 minutes the will re enter the storage mode Your vehicle will stay in the storage mode until the inition key is turned out of LOCK The system will wake up when the door key is inserted into the door however your vehicle will remain in the storage mode The ignition must be out of LOCK before the battery guard is disabled Mirrors On Off Switch Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror Your Cadillac has an electrochromic day night rear
27. Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift head a few inches Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack NOTICE Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack Be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising vour vehicle 11 0 INCHES 5 5 INCHES 279 mm 140 mm 3 Position the jack under the vehicle and raise the jack 4 Ruse the vehicle by turning the jack handle lift head until it fits firmly into the notch in the clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire ground for the spare tire to fit under the vehicle uh Put the compact spare tire near you Remove all wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 6 Remove rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the
28. Your dealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may not fit or have proper venting and your fuel tank and emissions system might be damaged If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it vou could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew Checking Things Under the Hood the cap all the way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the lt a Outside of Your Cadillac in the Index An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running you hear at least three clicks Make sure you fully install Keep hands clothing and tools away from any the cap underhood electric fan When you put the cap back on turn it to the right until 66 CAUTION Things that burn get hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release rau RU Pull the lever inside the vehicle to open the hood It is located on the lower
29. booklet for details Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when vour tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken hy sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn or if your tires have been damaged replace them See Inflation Tire Pressure in this section for inflation pressure adjustment for higher speed driving Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous e 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 CAUTION Continued Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label which is located on the rear edge of the driver s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than a mile If you ll be driving at speeds higher than 100 mph 160 km h where it 15 legal raise the cold inflation pressure of each tire to 35 psi 240 kPa When you end this very high speed driving reduce the cold inflation pressures to those listed on the T
30. paper clip into the small hole on the bottom of the mirror housing The display will show a number first but keep holding until the letter C appears 3 For quick calibration drive the vehicle in a 360 degree circle at less than 5 mph 8 km h until the display reads a compass direction For normal calibration drive the vehicle on your everyday routine and the compass will eventually calibrate 2 48 Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north In some areas the difference between the two can be great enough to cause false compass readings If this happens follow these instructions to set the variance for vour particular location 1 Find your location on the zone map Note the zone number 2 Hold in the CAL switch on the bottom of the mirror housing for five seconds until the current zone entry number appears in the display To hold in the CAL switch insert a paper clip into the small hole on the bottom of the mirror housing 3 Press the CAL switch until the number for the new zone entry is displayed the desired zone number is displayed stop pressing the CAL switch and the display will show compass direction within a few seconds Power Remote Control Mirror Your Cadillac has an electric mirror control located on the driver s door armrest Move the switch in the middle of the control to choose the right or left mirror To adjust the mirror push the arrow contro
31. place the shift lever in PARK P e With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps The hlack transaxle fluid cap is located next to the radiator hose and below the air cleaner assembly on the driver s side of the engine Remove the air cleaner assembly so you can reach the transaxle fluid cap The assembly is attached to the vehicle by two fasteners Simply lift up on the air cleaner assembly to remove it Find the transaxle fluid cap and turn il counterclockwise to remove Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 6 17 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the cross hatched area 4 Ifthe fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way 5 Replace the air cleaner assembly How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule booklet If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull ou
32. police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Maintenance Schedule booklet 6 16 How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult vou may choose to have this done at your Cadillac dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage vour transaxle Too much can mean that some of the Muid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if vou check vour transaxle fluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C At high speed lor quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C ta 93 Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 If it s colder than 50 F 10 C you may have to drive longer Checking the Fluid Level Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running e With the parking brake applied
33. 7 11 Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Cadillac 1 26 Shift Lever dude e RD MD NON Shifting Automatic Transaxle 2 18 Into ee 2 24 Gutof Fark ooo cies Vi Unc 2 27 Shoulder Belt Tightness 1 14 Signaling Tumis ek a weal 2 31 1 20 am m 4 14 Sound Equipment Adding 3 34 spare Tie eorr 5 35 Speaker Covers Cleaning AG ROG RUN SEU S NUR 6 47 Specifications and 6 64 6 65 Specifications Engine 6 64 Speech Impaired Customer Assistance 7 3 CEU Kee Ces SpOG sewed ee ees AUS AMEN ERRAT 2 62 SENSE LICUIT scura ERES 4 10 Sans MORAINE rre a 6 46 Starting Disabled Due To Theft system Remove Ignition Key Message 2 83 Starting Your Bngine 2 16 aa kere Sec 5 16 5 17 5 20 i eios or HO m Fly EIER OE E EE a atria 4 10 5525222522 2 2 2 2222 222 4 11 MAGNASTEER 4 10 rerom 4 10 Sp
34. 8 LAUDE Les des Eo ae EES LEE EE ONERE MS s 6 19 Coolant HEMET 2 17 Coolant Temperature Warning Light 2 69 EXE 2 28 8 4 Fuse Block ISP IOCIS EN USE 6 55 Identification ou cia esses bes de eee ea vies 6 53 COverheMInE Lo ace cis eens sig 9 m DES Running While Parked 2 28 Specifications at Ea SERIE POE ENEN 2 16 Engine Coolant Hot ldle 2 8 Hoppe vri eru ce lUe daa d 6 9 Lever epa nis EC EIC Ron EIC 6 11 ume ee 6 9 1 sss SCR d 6 12 When to 6 12 Engine Speed 2 2 63 English Metric Button 2 75 2 78 Ethanol dud saxea V A CK Maca re d cR 6 3 e is sk cerei rrt ek 2 28 Express Down Window CER 2 30 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 2 42 Fabric Cleaning 6 45 6 46 Fan Control Climate Control System 3 2 3 5 Filling Your Tank vik ee ooa ree 6 4 Filter Air EN rT rice 6 13 Finish Care 6
35. BEIF RED EM 1 8 EMIS 44 Cee siesta 5 48 Center Rear Passenger Position 1 31 CIE splay LER CE CO PIRA SE a dolut afe 1 32 Driver Position E EC c c E c Ie How to Wear Properly 1 13 Incorrect Usage 1 16 1 17 1 18 1 19 1 43 1 44 Lap Bell cicius ii du eeu Cir EET CREE 1 31 Lap Shoulder Tr EON 1 13 1 28 Larter Children EE den aln gn 1 42 Questions and AMS WENT 1 12 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1 28 Rear Seat Passengers exes 1728 1 8 2 64 Replacing After a Crash osaceae puia 1 45 Right Front Passenger Position 1 27 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjuster 1 14 Smaller Children and Babies 1 32 Use During Pregnancy 2 1 27 Wiy They Work carece eem Genre Serra 1 9 Safety Chains ou crrr ears KE SR REA eel 4 34 safety Defects Reporting A EE penes 7 10 7 1 Safety Warnings and Symbols xi Seatback RI sities sha ee 1 7 Power ou Sos ey EEE HI e Oe 1 5 Pectin reor rere rera vr rera REA 1
36. DTI Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells vou if there an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensors the bag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Arr Bag in the Index You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to RUN or START Then the light should go out This means the system is ready AIR BAG If the air bag readiness light doesn 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 Charging System Indicator Light When you turn the key to RUN this light will come on briefly to show that the alternator and battery charging systems are working If this 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 turn off all accessories Brake System Warning Light If this warning light comes on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when vou turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you i
37. FUEL CUT OFF 111 This message will appear when the PCM senses that the maximum speed for your Cadillac has been reached The speed of your vehicle will decrease several mph as the fuel supply is cutoff This allows your vehicle to stay in stable operating range 2 83 TRACTION READY 91 This message informs the driver that the traction control system is available This occurs when the traction on off button in the glove box has been returned to an on position pressing the button once turns the traction control system off pressing the button again turns the system back on TRACTION OFF 89 This message will be displayed after the traction control has been turned TRANS FLUID RESET 48 With the engine not running and the ignition on press and hold the OFF and rear detog buttons until the TRANS FLUID RESET message appears on the DIC between 5 and 20 seconds TRANSMISSION HOT 112 This messages indicates that the transmission fluid in your vehicle is too hot message appears when fluid temperature has reached 266 F 130 C for 15 minutes or when the temperature reaches 291 F 144 C for 32 seconds Have your vehicle serviced immediately TRUNK OPEN 24 This message indicates that the trunk is open when the ignition is in RUN TURN SIGNAL ON 20 This message is a reminder after driving about mile that you have the turn signal on VEHICLE SPEED LIMITED TO XXX MPH 113 A failure in the
38. If more than one problem is detected the DIC will automatically display all current messages Digital Control Buttons ENG MET INFORMATION TIMER DISPLAY ON OFF Pressing this button will turn off the DIC Electronic Climate Control fuel data center the fuel gage trip odometer and odometer While the displays are off pressing the INFORMATION button will only turn on the DIC If the TRIP SET button is pressed or the fuel level falls below four gallons 15 2 L all the displays will come back ENG MET English Metric You can change the display from English miles to metric kilometers by pressing this button The same button also changes other readings like temperature fuel and odometer TRIP SET using this button you can tell how far you ve gone since you last set the TRIP SET back to zero To reset press and hold the button until zeros appear If your vehicle 15 domestic the trip odometer will return to zero after 999 9 miles 1 609 km If your vehicle is Canadian the trip odometer will return to zero after 999 9 km 1 242 miles n INFORMATION Pressing this button repeatedly will display the AVG MPG FUEL USED AVG MPH OIL LIFE LEFT ENGINE RPM BATTERY VOLTS and COOLANT TEMP TIMER This feature is like a stopwatch in that vou can Clock the time it takes to get from one point to another To operate press the TIMER button until TIMER is displayed on t
39. REMOVE IGNITION KEY 33 This message will appear when the Personalized Automotive Security System PASS Key senses that an improper ignition key is being used to try to start the vehicle Check the ignition key for damage If it is damaged it may need to be replaced If you see no damage clean the pellet contacts with a soft cloth or napkin Remove the ignition key and wait for the DIC to display WAIT 3 MINUTES The instrument panel cluster will then run a timer and change the messages to WAIT 2 MINUTES WAIT MINUTE and then START CAR When the START CAR message is displaved try again to start the engine STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATED 42 This message will appear when the engine has overheated Stop and turn the engine off immediately to avoid severe engine damage See Engine Overheating in the Index STOP ENGINE LOW OIL PRESSURE 35 If this message appears while the engine is running stop the engine and do not operate it until the cause of low oil pressure is corrected Severe damage to the engine can result THEFT SYSTEM PROBLEM CAR MAY NOT RESTART 34 This message means there is a problem in the Personalized Automotive Security System PASS Key A fault has been detected in the system which means that the PASS Key II system is disabled and is not protecting the vehicle The vehicle usually restarts however you may want to take your vehicle to a proper service center before turning off the engine TOP SPEED
40. Reach under the driver s side of the instrument panel and pull on the manual release lever which is located above the parking brake pedal If the parking brake does If vou towing a trailer and are parking on a see not release you will have to have your vehicle serviced t 2 Towing Trailer in the Index This section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving M 2 23 Shifting Into PARK P Steering Column Shift Lever 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot 2 Move the shift lever into the PARK position like this It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If vou have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To sure vour vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Pull the lever toward you 2 Move the shift lever into the PARK P position like this Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 With your right foot still holding the brake pedal 3 Hold in the button on the lever and push the lever all down set the parking brake the way toward the front of your vehicle 4 Move the ignition key to LOCK 4 With your right foot still holding the b
41. Wipers WIPER Turn the band on the turn signal lever to control the wipers MIST Turn the band toward you and then release it for single wipe cycle For more cycles hold the band on MIST longer dg pg ncm H LO or HI Turn the band away from you to either LO low speed or to HI high speed depending on the wiper speed you want DELAY You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes with this setting Move the band to the DELAY position The closer you move it to LO the shorter the delay OFF Turn the band to OFF to turn off the wipers Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If the blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Rainsense Wipers ETC Only TT ONE WIPER E This feature is mounted on the passenger s interior side of the windshield behind the rearview mirror and 18 used to automatically operate the wipers by monitoring the amount of moisture that 18 on the windshield The Rainsense system can be activated by turning the wiper stalk to one of the five sensitivity levels within the AUTO DELAY
42. and back to OFF 2 29 Express Down Window This feature is present on the drivers power window Pressing the contral rearward into the second position then releasing it will lower the window completely If you want to stop the window as it is lowering press the control forward Press the control forward to raise the window Mote that the first position on the control operates the driver s power window Horn The horn sounded pressing any surface on the center steering wheel pad 2 30 Tilt Wheel Tilt steering allows to adjust the steering wheel before you drive Raising the steering wheel to the highest level gives your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you to tilt the wheel Adjust the steering wheel to a comfortable position and then release the lever ro lock wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Turn and Lane Change Signals 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 tum move the lever all the way up or down The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the tum or lane change Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change Hold it there until the lane change
43. be of 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 have to have new ones put in be sure you 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 the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Every new Cadillac has a Delco Freedom battery You never have to add water to one of these When it s time for a new battery we recommend a Delco Freedom battery Get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label Vehicle Storage If you re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more take off the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage p
44. 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 Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy It s the number one contributor to the highway death toll claiming thousands of victims every year Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle e Judgment Muscular Coordination e Vision Attentiveness Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle related deaths involve alcohol In most cases these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving In recent years some 18 000 annual motor vehicle related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol with more than 300 000 people injured Many adults by some estimates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws 4 2 The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem The Blood Alcohol Concentra
45. break or fall off You could be hurt Fuel Use premium unleaded gasoline rated at 9 octane or higher At a minimum it should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the United States and CGSB 3 5 93 in Canada Improved gasoline specifications have heen developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting the 6 2 specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system protection compared to other gasolines Be sure the posted octane for premium is at least 91 If the octane is less than 91 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive In an emergency vou may be able to use a lower octane as low as 87 if heavy knocking does not occur If you re using 91 or higher octane unleaded gasoline and you still hear heavy knocking your engine needs service If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards indicated on the underhood tune up label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If such fuels are not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on and or your vehicle may fail a smog check test If this occurs return to your author
46. 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 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop hiss means there is still some pressure left ih 1 E 2 Then keep turning the but now push down as you turn Remove the pressure cap 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mix up to the base of the filler neck With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until vou can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine fans Bv this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mix to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches about 2 53 inches 60 mm below the base of the filler neck 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this Start the engine and allow it to warm up If the CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message does not appear on the Driver Information Center coolant 15 at
47. carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance In most cases you will not need to have your wheels aligned again However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If vou notice your vehicle vibrating when driving n smooth road your wheels may need to be rebalanced Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your Cadillac dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Cadillac model 6 42 Lsed Replacement Wheels Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make vou lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured
48. dirt and dust from getting inside the changer of the CD functions are controlled by the radio buttons except for ejecting the magazine Whenever CD magazine with disces 15 loaded in the changer the CD symbol will appear on the radio display If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs the CD symbol will flash on the display until the changer 15 ready to play When a CD begins playing a disc and track number will be displayed The disc numbers are listed on the front of the magazine of the CD functions are controlled by the radio buttons except eyecting the CD magazine CD Press this button if you have a disc loaded in the changer and the radio is playing to play a compact disc Press AM or FM 1 2 to return to the radio when a compact disc is playing Press TAPE to switch berween the tape and compact disc if both are loaded Press CD to switch between the CD pushbuttons through 6 and 7 through 12 These pushbuttons represent the order of the discs loaded in the changer DSPL Press this button to display the time of day Press this button again within five seconds to see the element time Press DSPL again within five seconds to see how compact dises are loaded in the changer and where they are loaded Press DSPL again to review the active preset buttons 1 through 6 or 7 through 12 3 31 PUSHBUTTONS Press buttons one through six to go from one compact disc to another that is loaded in
49. dust in the oil So if you drive in a dusty area be sure to change your oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or sooner if the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message comes on Kemember to reset the Oil Life Indicator when the oil has been changed For more information see Oil Life Indicator in the Index How to Reset the Life Indicator After the oil has been changed display the OIL LIFE LEFT message by pressing the INFORMATION button Then press and hold the RESET button until the display shows 100 This resets the oil life index The message will remain off until the next oil change is needed The percentage of oil life remaining may be checked ar any time by pressing the INFORMATION button several times until the OIL LIFE LEFT message appears Far more information on the Oil Life feature see Oil Lite Indicator in the Index What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin lor very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away Clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil by putting i
50. feet 9 m Check to determine if battery replacement is away using the key chain necessary See the instructions on battery replacement transmitier supplied with Check the distance You may too far from your your vehicle vehicle This product has a maximum range Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal See your Cadillac dealer or a qualified technician Your Keyless Entry system is intended to be used as a for service supplementary vehicle entry device It is not intended to NN replace but rather should be used in conjunction with a Changes or modifications to this system by other than door lock key It operates on a radio frequency subject to an authorized service facility could void authorization to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules use this equipment Operation When you press this symbol to unlock the driver s door the parking lamps on your vehicle will blink twice Pressing it again within five seconds will unlock the other door Pressing this button will also disarm the optional theft deterrent system and turn on the interior lamps at night When you press this symbol to lock the doors the parking lamps will blink once This also arms the optional theft deterrent system wm Press this symbol to open the trunk B Press this button to open the fuel door The Keyless Entry transmitter can also be used to recall the memory seats
51. follows Carefully scrape off excess stain Follow the solvent type instructions described earlier Shoe polish wax crayon tar and asphalt will stam if left on a vehicle s seat fabric They should be removed as soon as possible Be careful because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to spread Non Crreasy Stains Stains caused by catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks wine vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water fasam remains follow the foam type instructions described earlier fan odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with a water baking soda solution teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml of lukewarm water needed clean lightly with solvent type cleaner Combination Stains Stains caused by candy ice cream mayonnaise chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows Carefully scrape off excess stain then clean with cool water and allow to dry e ia stain remains clean with solvent type cleaner 6 45 n Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You have to do it 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 a GM Vinyl Leather Cleaner or equivalent
52. for up to two drivers For more information see Memory Seat in the Index Note that pressing the transmitter buttons numerous times approximately 500 times out of the vehicle s operating range may cause the transmitter not to work Replacing the battery and pressing the transmitter buttons 10 or more times out of range will also cause the transmitter not ta work To reset the transmitter you must be within the vehicle s operating range Press and hold the trunk hutton and within one second press the lock button Continue to hold both buttons for approximately three seconds See your Cadillac dealer for service if vour transmitter still doesn t work properly Matching Transmitter s To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Once the new transmitter is coded the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched to it H M Qa AI Dn 1 Haffert feplacemen 41 Under normal use the battery in your key chain Lransmitter should last about four years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won 1 work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to vour vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the battery 1 U
53. 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 driving 15 Keep up with traffic and keep to the right Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving Too fast or too slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane At the entrance there is usually ramp that leads to the freeway If vou have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if its slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do
54. has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your Cadillac garaged or covered whenever possible o Aluminum or Chrome Wheels Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface You may use chrome polish on chrome wheels but
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56. inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Don t leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Towing a Trailer If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured Pull trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your Cadillac dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle NOTICE Pulling trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty To pull a trailer correctly follow the advice in this part and see your Cadillac dealer for important information about towing a trailer with vour vehicle Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with proper towing equipment To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering 1s different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reason for this part In it are many time
57. is complete The lever returns when it s released If the turn signal is left on a warning chime will sound and the DIC will display TURN SIGNAL after driving about a mile to remind you to turn it off Arrows that flash rapidly when signaling for a turn or lane change may be caused by a burned out signal bulb Other drivers won t see the turn signal Replace burned bulbs to help avoid possible accidents Check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index and for burned out bulbs if the arrow fails to work when signaling a turn Headlamp High Low Beam Pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you and then release it to change the headlamps from low beam to high or from high beam to low The blue hight on the instrument panel will be on indicating high beam usage Flash To Pass This lets you use the high beam headlamps to signal the driver in ront of you that you want to pass It works even if the headlamps are off Pull the turn signal lever toward you to use When you do If the headlamps are off the high beam headlamps will turn on They ll stay on as long as you hold the lever there Release the lever to turn them off Ifthe headlamps are on low beam they will shift to high beam and stay there Pull the lever toward you to return to low beam e Ifthe headlamps are on high beam they will switch to low beam To return to high beam pull the lever toward you Windshield
58. is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly TRACTION CONTROL The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the system But you can tum the traction control system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index To turn the system off press the TRAC OFF button located inside of the glove box The TRACTION OFF message will display on the Driver Information Center If the system is limiting wheel spin when you press the button the TRACTION OFF message will display but the system won t aff right away It will wait until there s no longer a current need to limit wheel spin You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again The TRACTION READY message should display briefly on the Driver Information Center Braking Emergencies Use your anti lock braking system when you need to With anti lock you steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort MAGNASTEER ETC Only You
59. left side of the instrument panel Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release which is located under the front edge of the grille Lift up on the release lever as you raise rhe hood When you open the hood you ll see G Transaxle Dipstick Fill D Fill Location E Engine CHI Dipstick Location H Air Cleaner Windshield Washer Fluid gt Battery Coolant Fill Location Power Steering Fluid Brake Master Cylinder Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Then pull the hood down and close it firmly Engine Oil 1 di a Lr a L ribi A CHECK OIL LEVEL message will appear when the engine oil is approximately a quart low If the message 18 displayed check the dipstick level and add oil as needed It s a good idea to check engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick is located behind the radiator on the driver s side of the engine The black handle says ENGINE on it 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 Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean with a paper towel cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping th
60. may need to have your Cadillac serviced To reduce the possibility of theft always activate the optional thelt deterrent system when leaving your vehicle OE M PASS Key Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS Key II theft deterrent system PASS Key is a passive system The system is armed when the key is PASS Key II uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that is read by a decoder module in your vehicle If the key resistor matches the code stored in the vehicle module the vehicle s fuel and starting systems will be enabled If an incorrect key is used the vehicle s fuel and starting systems are disabled for three minutes Additional attempts during this lockout period will not start the car If the engine does not start and the STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM REMOVE IGNITION KEY message is displayed in the Driver removed from the ignition Information Center your key should be checked for damage Starting may be attempted with an undamaged key immediately See your Cadillac dealer or a locksmith for key service If the STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM REMOVE IGNITION KEY and WAIT 3 MINUTES messages are displayed the key should be cleaned and tried After three minutes try again A START CAR message will appear at this time If the engine still does not start wait 3 minutes and try a duplicate key At this time fuses should be checked see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the I
61. not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite sharply 4 21 The exit speed is usually posted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer not lo 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 Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you 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 comfortahle clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for 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 able service experts in Cadillac dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here ure some things you can check before trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Otter Fluids Have you checked all levels e Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean Tires They are vitally important to safe trouble free trip Is the tread good enough for long distance driving Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure Weath
62. off and on 6 Repeat if necessary NOTICE Don t lubricate the power antenna Lubrication could damage it NOTICE Before entering an automatic car wash turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged If the antenna does not go down when you turn the radio off it may be damaged or need to be cleaned In either case lower the antenna by hand carefully pressing the antenna down If the mast portion of your antenna is damaged you easily replace it See your dealer for replacement kit follow the instructions in the kit 68 you ll find information about driving different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions We ve also included many other useful tips on driving Defensive Driving 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 be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be ready for their mistakes Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the
63. only a lap belt Never do this Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap shoulder belt but the shoulder part is behind the child If the child wears the belt in this way in a crash the child mighi slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Dip M Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order vou an extender It s free When vou go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt
64. part of the air bag modules packed inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger How dues an air bag restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even helted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and side impacts primarily because an occupants motion is not toward the air hag Air bugs should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions What will you see after an air bag inflates After the air bag inflates it quickly deflates This occurs so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module in the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel for the right front passenger s bag will be hot for a short time The part of the bag that comes into contact with you warm but it will never be too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation will not prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to st
65. position may be programmed by repeating the above steps and pressing button 2 instead of button 1 Note that each time a memory button is pressed a single beep will sound through the radio If your vehicle is in PARK P you can recall a seating position by briefly pressing button 1 or 2 This will adjust the seat to where you have previously programmed it If you have accidently pressed one of the memory recall buttons and want to stop seat movement press one of the manual seat control buttons This cancels a memory seat recall You can also recall a seat position if your vehicle is not in PARK Press and hold either the 1 or 2 button until seat movement is complete Releasing the buttons will stop seat adjustment The EXIT button can be programmed to allow easy exit for up to two driver s Adjust the seat to a comfortable exit position and press the SET button followed by the EXIT button Within five seconds press button 1 A second exit position may be programmed by repeating the above steps and pressing button 2 instead of button 1 Be aware that the exit recall does not remember any recline positions While your vehicle is in PARK briefly press the EXIT button followed by either the 1 or 2 button to recall your programmed exit position The exit position may also be recalled if the vehicle is not in PARK P briefly pressing the EXIT button and then pressing and holding either the or 2 button u
66. problem is fixed or goes away 6 54 Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance af fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you There are three fuse hlocks in your vehicle the engine compartment fuse block the MaxiFuse relay center and the rear compartment fuse black Engine Compartment Fuse Block The fuse hlock is locared next to the air filter on the driver s side of the engine Lift the cover to gain access fT LER L cU 6 C RHDLFLD L HDLP HI A HOLP HI SENSE FOG ORL LPS HAZARD STOP ina AB i psy FUEL PUMP RELAY AX RELAY OXY SEN OXY SEM FUEL Trunk Lamp Courtesy Lamps Front Vanity Lamps Glove Box Lamp Garage Door Opener Courtesy Lamp Relay Fro
67. rearward and release to express open the glass panel and sunshade The sunshade can also be opened by hand If you want to stop the roof in a partially opened position press the switch in either direction Press and release the switch again to open it fully Press and hold the switch forward to close the glass panel The sunshade can only be closed by hand To vent press the switch forward when the glass panel is closed Open the sunshade by hand To close the vent press the switch rearward Universal Transmitter Option This transmitter allows you to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand held transmitters It will operate garage doors and gates or with the accessory package other devices controlled radio frequency such as home office lighting systems and security systems 2 55 The transmitter will learn and transmit the frequencies of most current transmitters and 15 powered your vehicle s battery and charging system This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Programming the Transmitter Do not use the universal transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse safety feature This includes any garage door opener model manufacture
68. sharp turns while trailering When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden mancuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and extra wiring Check with vour Cadillac dealer The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever vou signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the green arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down 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 along uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h or less to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating 4 36 Parking Hills You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong yo
69. slows or stops Keep back a reasonable distance 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 the time comes to move into the other lane If the way is clear to pass you will have running start that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass you need only slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunity f other cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot 4 13 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 ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror activate your right lane change signal and move hack into the right lane Remember that your right outside mirror is convex The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two lane roads Reconsider before passing the next vehicle Don t overtake slowly moving vehicle too rapidly Even though the brake lamps are not flashing it may be slowing down or
70. speed tor trailers or no more than 53 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do with weight the weight of the trailer the weight of the trailer tongue and the total weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely It should never weigh more than 1 000 165 450 kg total including the load But even that can be too heavy It depends on how you plan use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle 15 used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle You can ask vour dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 30009 Van Dyke P O Box 9025 Warren MI 48090 9025 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total capacity weight of your vehicle The capacity weight includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must subtract the tongue load from your vehicle s capacity weight because your vehicle wi
71. successful There may be instances where an impartial third party can assist im arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty To assist in resolving these disagreements Cadillac voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE AUTO LINE is an out of court program administered the Better Business Bureau system to settle disputes between customers and automobile manufacturers This program is available free of charge to customers who currently own or lease a GM vehicle If you are not satisfied after following the Customer Satisfaction Procedure you may contact the BBB using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington V 22203 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 file a claim you will be asked to provide your name and address your Vehicle Identification Number VIN and a statement of the nature of your complaint Eligibility is limited vehicle age and mileage and other factors We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE but you may contact the BBB at any time The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and Cadillac If this mediation is unsuccessful an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible custome
72. system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint 5ystem Parts After a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new belts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean vou will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs be necessary even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of the collision If an air bag inflates you ll need to replace air bag system parts See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section NOTES J46 Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Cadillac and information on starting shifting braking Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could
73. that AC is active but the uir conditioning compressor only operates when the system determines it is needed RECIRCULATION Press this button to limit the umount of fresh air entering your vehicle This is helpful when vou are trying to cool the air quickly or limit odors entering your vehicle In the AUTO mode the system will use recirculation as necessary to cool the air Pressing the recirculation button will change the operation to manual mode and the air will recirculate non stop Press this button again to tum off the recirculation feature If you notice the windows fogging press the recirculation button to exit the recirculation mode DUAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL With this feature the right front passenger can control the temperature of heated air for his her own zone The passenger can select a four degree warmer or cooler temperature from the driver s setting To turn the system on press the PASS TEMP button Press the up arrow to increase the temperature and press the down arrow to decrease the climate setting Pressing the OFF button will turn off the dual zone function Air Conditioning On hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best With the ECC system press the AUTO ECON button to assist in cooling air and in maintaining proper airflow Adjust the tem
74. the changer SIDE Press this button to select the next disc in the changer Each time vou press this button DISC LOADING will appear on the displav and the disc number on the radio display will move to the next available CD REV Press this button to reverse quickly through track selection FF Press this button to advance quickly through a track selection RDM Press this button to enter random play mode RDM will appear on the display The loaded discs will be played in random rather than sequential 1 2 3 order Press SEEK while RDM 15 on the display to randomly seek through discs and tracks Press RDM again to return to sequential order SEEK Press the left arrow while playing a compact disc to go back to the start of a current track if more than eight seconds have played Press the left arrow again and the changer will go to previous tracks Press the right arrow to go to the next higher track on the disc 3 32 SCAN When you press SCAN while playing a CD will hear the first few seconds of each disc Press SCAN again to stop on CD The CD will be muted while scanning and SCAN will appear on the display EJECT Slide the CD changer door all the way open and the dise will automatically eject Compact Disc Changer Errors If ERROR appears on the display an error has occurred and the compact disc temporarily cannot play CD CHANGER ERROR could be displayed for the Following The road is to
75. the drive gear you want Bow tn Have the vehicle fixed as soon as vou can Parking Over Things That Burn Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn 21 Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know Engine exhaust can kill It contains the gas carbon monoxide which you can t see or smell It can cause unconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Idling the engine with the air system control off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle see the earlier Caution under Engine Exhaust Also idling in a closed in place can let deadly carbon monoxide CO into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting One place this can happen is a garage Exhaust with can come in easily NEVER park garage with the engine running Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road dehris Repairs weren t done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust svstem had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into vour vehicle Another closed in pla
76. the proper level H CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message does appear repeat Steps to 3 or see your dealer If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if vou 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 tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers Changing a tire can cause an injury The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people You and they could be badly
77. this happens vou can reset it Q What s wrong with this You can seriously hurt if vour shoulder belt is too loose In a crash vou would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body Don t allow more than 1 inch 25 mm of slack a l at The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way Lib ce an C H MYT7 M 0 What s wrong with this You can he seriously injured if vour belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle vour belt into the buckle nearest vou The belt is buckled in the wrong place What s wrong with this The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen What s wrong with this You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a cra
78. to work The sound will be muted while seeking REV Press this left arrow button to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play while the tape reverses and REV will appear on the display You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in REV mode FF Press this right arrow button to advance quickly to another part of the tape Press the button again to return to playing speed The radio will play while the tape advances and FWD will appear on the display You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in FWD mode SIDE Press this button to change the side of the tape that is playing SCAN Press this button SCAN will appear on the display until the next selection is found and then PLAY will appear on the display Use SCAN to listen to selections for a few seconds The tape will go to a selection stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press this button again to stop scanning zx EJECT Press the upward triangle button to remove a tape The radio will play Eject may be activated with the radio off if the ignition is on Cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio off but they will not start playing until the PWR button is turned on Press PWR or turn the ignition key OFF to stop the cassette tape player The tape will stay in the player and resume play at the point where it stopped CLN This message may app
79. toll free Roadside Service number 800 882 1112 An experienced Roadside Service Advisor will assist you and request the following information A description of the problem e Name home address home telephone number Location of your Cadillac and number you are calling from The model year vehicle identification number and date of delivery Ta Roadside Service is prepared to assist owners who have hearing difficulties or are speech impaired Cadillac has installed special telecommunication devices called Text Telephone TTY in the Roadside Service Center Any customer who has access toa T TY or conventional teletypewriter can communicate with Cadillac by dialing from the United States or Canada 500 833 CMCC daily 24 hours Our Cadillac Dealer Technician network is ready colle fe Cadillac ul roadside Gold Key Courtesy Transportation One of your Cadillac Owner Privileges is Gold Key Courtesy Transportation It s one more example of Cadillac s commitment to provide the services you expect and deserve as a Cadillac owner Gold Key Courtesy Transportation helps you get where you need to be when your Cadillac is in the dealership for warranty service Courtesy Vehicle Gold Key Courtesy Transportation provides you with transportation if your car requires warranty repairs Your dealer will provide you with a courtesy vehicle if one
80. visor to block out glare It can also be Turn the sunshade down and lift the cover to see the detached from the center mount and moved to the side mirror Move the slide switch up or down to brighten or to block glare dim the lamp The driver s sunshade is also equipped with storage flap that can be used for maps or toll tickets Cellular Telephone Option Your vehicle has been prewired for dealer installation of a Cadillac cellular dual mode analog TDMA telephone A fixed mobile or a portable hand held system may be available for purchase Either system will have steering wheel telephone controls and will have information output through the DIC Voice activation and hands free operation are standard features For more information contact your Cadillac dealer user s guide 15 provided with the telephone Assist Handles folding handle located on each side pillar can used when getting out of your vehicle Floor Mats Your Cadillac is equipped with rubber backed front and rear floor mats Keep them clean by vacuuming and using spot cleaner if necessary Do not machine wash Astroroof Option The express open astroroof provides an airy spacious feel to vour vehicle s interior and can also increase ventilation It includes a sliding glass panel and a sliding sunshade The control switch only works when the ignition is on ar when the Retained Accessory Power RAP is active Press the switch
81. was damaged When the towing service arrives let the tow operator know that this manual contains towing instructions and illustrations The operator may want to see them To help avoid injury to you or others Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck Always secure the vehicle on each side with separate safety chains when towing it Never use J hooks Use only T hooks in the front T hook slots and only R hooks in the rear R hook slots Rear Towing 5 9 vehicle fall from a car carrier if it isn t adequately secured This can cause a collision serious personal injury and vehicle damage The vehicle should 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 the towed vehicle Always use T hooks inserted in the front T hook slots or R hooks inserted in the rear R hook slots Never use J hooks They will damage drivetrain and suspension components When your vehicle ts being towed have the ignition key turned to the OFF position The steering wheel should be clamped in straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing service Do not use the vehicle s steering column lo
82. your ignition and transaxle And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle it s best to lock it up and take your keys But what if you have to leave your ignition key What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle Put your valuables in a storage area like your trunk or glove box Lock the glove box Lock all the doors except the driver s Then take the door key and remote lock control key chain with you Theft Deterrent System Option If your ignition is off and either door is open the SECURITY light will flash reminding you activate the system the light will also flash if the battery has been disconnected or reconnected SECURITY 1 Open the door Lack the door using the power door lack or the Kevless Entry system The SECURITY light should come on and stay on 3 Close all the doors The SECURITY light should go off within approximately 30 seconds The horn will sound and the lamps will flash for several minutes when the door or trunk is opened without the key or Keyless Entry system The horn also sounds if the locks are damaged 2 11 Remember the theft deterrent system wont activate if you lock the do
83. 49 Praec DRE oerte morer RUF 6 50 First 1 Automatic Transaxle 2 22 Flashers Hazard Warning 5 1 Flash To Pass Feature 2 32 Plat Tus uires en 5 25 Floor Fluid Capaeiies oo ee ce enhn eee eee 6 65 High Low Beam Changer 2 31 Fog Lamps ka ee es ee eee aaa 2 41 WIS Ser ce eRe eee eRe ee cee eee E MEME Foreign Countries Fuel 6 3 Hearing Impaired Customer Assistance 1 3 French Language Manual m Hesse FE ee ERECTA 1 4 Front Towing 5 8 5 11 Heated Windshield 2 23 1 222 eet 44072 HERE oo ee crecer rr EE EE ER FEY 3 9 Puls 2 74 High Beam Headlamps 2 31 nice ain 6 5 Highway ee ened 4 23 Filing Your cras nod caesus 6 4 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 23 oorr EIE A Ie a rac MEA A uda 2 73 Hitches Satie 4 24 In Foreign Countries 6 3 Hood Fuel Level Very Low Message 2 81 Checking ad Unde 6 6 Fuses and Circuit Breakers
84. 5 Seals PRA 1 4 Lumbar Control es ete AE ce 1 2 WEE 2 23 422 4 daga 1n 1 1 Restraint Systems TTE 1 1 corre rara aa qvam uti EX ERE 1 1 Securing Child Restraint 1 36 1 38 1 40 Second 2 Automatic Transaxle 2 21 Security Override ipu 6 1 A C System A C Compressor Message 2 82 Air Bag Message 2 82 Brake Fluid Switch Message zuo das i Ara Na ia a 2 82 ORE XI ny emt ca 7 12 Charging System Message 2 82 Electrical System 2 82 Emissions BERE rece etre a Engine Cooling System 2 82 Soon DII sora Bia e eRe NOR ROC ESO 2 69 Fuel System Message FixceRUu E XS Eu ah ee 2 82 Idie Control System Message 2 82 Ignition System Message 2 82 Manga quaa farce sees SETTE Ero an 7 12 Parts Identification 6 53 Publications Ordering COPI RE Ee ER 7 11 Ride Control Message 2 83 Transmission Message 2 83 Work Doing Your OWn sentent 6 1 Service and Appearance Care 6 1 Service and Owner Publications
85. 5 km h push the accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator all the way down The transaxle will shift down to the next gear and have more power NOTICE If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly or if it doesn t seem to shift gears as you accelerate something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor If you drive very far that way your vehicle can be damaged So if this happens have your vehicle serviced right away Until then you can use SECOND 2 when you are driving less than 35 mph 55 km h and OVERDRIVE for higher speeds THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving however it offers more power and lower fuel economy than OVERDRIVE T Here are examples for using THIRD 3 instead of OVERDRIVE T e When driving on hilly winding roads When towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears e When going down a steep hill SECOND 2 This position gives you more power You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on NOTICE Don t shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going slower than 65 mph 105 km h or you can amage your engine 2 21 FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shif
86. 6 19 Adding only plain water to vour cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol ean boil before the proper coolant 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 vou wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and vou or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mix of clean water and DEX COOL orange colored silicate free antifreeze NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mix your engine could overheat and badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by vour warranty Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts IF vou have to add coolant more than four times year have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If vou use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These be harmful Checking Coolant The surge tank is located next to the engine block on the passenger s side of the engine The cooling system when hot is under a lot of pressure If the CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message appears on the DIC you will need to add coolant Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the s
87. 7 4 Each technician travels with specially equipped service vehicle complete with the necessary Cadillac parts and tools required to handle most roadside repairs Cadillac Roadside Service can be reached by dialing 1 800 882 1112 24 hours a day 365 days a vear This service is provided at no charge for warranty covered situation and for nominal charge if the Cadillac is no longer under warranty Cadillac Owner Privileges Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Privileges at no charge throughout your 996 Cadillac Warranty Period 48 Months SO0 000 Miles 80 000 Emergency Road Service is performed on site for the following situations Towing Service Battery Jump Starting Lock Out Assistance Fuel Delivery Flat Tire Change Covers change only e Trip Interruption If your trip is interrupted due to a warranty failure incidental expenses may be reimbursed during the 48 months or 50 000 miles 80 000 kilometers warranty period Items covered are hotel meals and rental car Roadside Service Availability Wherever you drive in the United States or Canada an advisor is available to assist you over the phone A dealer technician if available can travel to your location within a 30 mile 50 kilometer radius of a participating Cadillac dealership beyond this radius we will arrange to have your car towed to the nearest Cadillac dealership Reaching Roadside Service Dial the
88. AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE The other label is the Certification label found on the rear edge of the driver s door It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle If you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Don t carry more than 176 Ibs kg in your trunk 4 30 Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break or it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of over loading 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 turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the trunk of your vehicle In a trunk put them as far forward as you can Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases
89. At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces 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 defect in the paint job causes this Cadillac will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first 6 51 Appearance Care Materials Chart PARTNUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE 1050004 2 75 sq ft Shines vehicle without scratching 16 0 47 1050172 16 oz 0 473 L Tar and Road Oil Remover Also removes old waxes and polishes 1050173 6 oz 0 473 L Chrome Cleaner and Polish 1050174 16 04731 White Sidewall Tire Cleaner 1050201 16 oz 0 473 L Magic Mirror Cleaner Polish Exterior cleaner and polish 1050214 32 oz 0 946 L Vinyl and Leather Cleaner ne Spot and stain removal 1050427 23 0 6801 Glass Cleaner Cleans grease grime and smoke f
90. Fabric Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines Mix Multi Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge Don t saturate the material Don t rub it roughly As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds Rinse the section with a clean wet sponge Wipe off what s left with a shghtly damp paper towel or cloth Then dry it immediately with a blow dryer Wipe with a clean cloth 6 45 Using Solvent Type Cleaner on Fabric First see if you have to use solvent type cleaner at all Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap It you need to use a solvent Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean dull knife or scraper Use very little cleaner light pressure and clean cloths preferably cheesecloth Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain feathering toward the center Keep changing to clean section of the cloth When you clean a stain from fabric immediately dry the area with a blow dryer to help prevent a cleaning ring Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or Oily Stains Stains caused by grease oil butter margarine shoe polish coffee with cream chewing gum cosmetic creams vegetable oils wax crayon tar and asphalt be removed as
91. In many cases your own auto insurance policy may provide primary coverage for the courtesy vehicle similar to rental car agreements Please check with your insurance company to be certain what s covered This service is provided to you under the terms of the New Vehicle Warranty therefore it is imperative that your vehicle picked up from the dealership at the completion of the warranty service Vehicles not picked up in a timely fashion may incur rental fees charged to the customer Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people under 21 years of age If you are under 21 and have difficulty renting vehicle Cadillac will reimburse you up to 30 day for any documented transportation you receive Please consult your dealer for details GM Participation in BBB AUTO LINE Alternative Dispute Resolution Program This program may not be available in all states depending on state law Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or to discontinue its participation in this program Both Cadillac and your Cadillac dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle Our experience has shown that if situation arises Where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section 15 very
92. OTES Eyer e bom Here you ll find what to do about some problems that Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others They can occur on the road also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off Press the button in to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off This light on the instrument panel will flash indicating that the hazard warning flashers are on The hazard warning flashers will work once the button is pressed in regardless of the key position Pull out on the collar to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on the turn signals won t work since they are already flashing L Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Jump Starting If your battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Cadillac Please follow the steps below to do it safely NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to vour vehicle that wouldn t be covered vour warranty Trying to start your Cadillac by pushing or pulling it won t work and it could damage vour vehicle Batteries can hurt vou They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you e They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enou
93. SEEK volume level will appear on the display 3 Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons until you hear a chime preset number will appear on the display 4 The sound will mute When it returns release the button Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return PSCAN Press and hold SCAN for two to three seconds until PSCAN preset scan appears on the display to listen to each of your preset stations for few seconds factory presets which have not been reprogrammed with vour stations will be ignored The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons stop for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press SCAN again to stop scanning If a preset station has weak reception the radio will not stop at the preset station Setting the Tone BASS Press this button lightly so it extends Turn the BASS knob clockwise to increase and counterclockwise to decrease bass The middle position is a detent TREB Press this button lightly so it extends Turn the TREB knob clockwise to increase and counterclockwise to decrease treble The middle position is a detent Push the knobs back in when you are not using them Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press this button lightly so it extends Turn the BAL knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position is a detent and balances the speakers Turn the knob clockwise to adjust sound to the ri
94. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there 15 a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule booklet Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located next to the air filter on the driver s side of the engine What to Use Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY Add When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read washer fluid until the tank is full the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing NOTICE When using concentrated washer fluid Adding Washer Flui
95. adway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim lighr and aren t even aware of it MA jM RR E Driving Rain on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet road you can t stop accelerate or turn as well because your tire to road traction isn t as good as on dry roads And if your tires don t have much tread left you ll get even less traction It s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to 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 harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts 4 17 Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You
96. afety 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 pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts 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 section When the lap portion of the belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again 1 27 Rear Seat Passengers Its very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are 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 others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quic
97. ake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system When your brake fluid falls to a low level vour brake warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light in the Index un What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid such as Delco Supreme 117 GM Part No 1052535 Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only and always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap before removing it With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause crash Always use the proper brake fluid 6 26 NOTICE Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Your Cadillac has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear
98. al full front console with shift lever The mini console comes with a storage tray a storage compartment for CD s or tapes and dual cupholder that unfolds for use The full console includes a storage compartment for CD s or tapes and an optional phone an armrest and cupholder The cupholder can be opened by pressing on the surface panel located in front of the armrest Close the lid to secure rimeni Option M ungla iss Compa This feature is available on vehicles without the optional astroroof To gain access to this compartment which is located directly above the inside rearview mirror in the headliner push up and the storage area will open Armrest TF al Stor Your vehicle may be equipped with a rear seat armrest which includes an open storage compartment and a dual cupholder that unfolds for use To open lift the front edge This feature is available on vehicles with leather interiors only N 9 7 i stud i Convenience The convenience net is 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 und stops The net 18 not for larger heavier loads Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can When not using the net hook the net to the tabs securing it to the sill plate n Ashtr
99. al order SEEK Press the left arrow while playing a compact disc to go back to the start of a current track if more than eight seconds have played Press the left arrow again and the changer will go to previous tracks Press the right arrow to go to the next higher track on the disc SCAN When you press SCAN while playing a CD you will hear the first few seconds of each disc Press SCAN again to stop on CD The CD will be muted while scanning and SCAN will appear on the display EJECT Slide the CD changer door all the way open and the disc will automatically eject Compact Disc Changer Errors If ERROR appears on the display an error has occurred and the compact disc temporarily cannot play CD CHANGER ERROR could be displayed for the following The road is too rough disc should play when the road 1s smoother The disc is dirty scratched wet or loaded label side up The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again CD CHANGER DOOR OPEN is displayed when the CD changer door is left open Completely close the changer door to restore normal operation CD CHANGER NO DISCS is displayed when an empty magazine is inserted in the CD changer Try the magazine again with a disc loaded on one of the trays If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected please contact your dealer If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your dealer when r
100. area Turn the stalk toward you for minimum sensitivity and away from you for maximum sensitivity single wipe will occur each time you turn the wiper stalk to a higher sensitivity level initial wipe occurs when you turn the ignition on as a reminder that Rainsense is active The windshield wipers also MM r33 remain in a high park position even when the ignition 15 turned OFF The Rainsense wipers operate in a delay mode as well as a continuous low or high speed depending on the amount of moisture and the sensitivity level The MIST and wash cycles operate as normal and are not effected by the Ramsense function NOTICE The Kainsense feature should be turned off when going through a car wash to avoid damage It is important to note that the Rainsense wiping feature AUTO DELAY can be overridden at any time by manually changing the wiper control to LO or HI speed Note that if you ever need to replace the windshield make sure it is Rainsensor compatible Windshield Washer In freezing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield hlocking your vision Press and hold the PUSH paddle to wash the windshield Release the paddle when vou have enough fluid The wipers will clear the windshield and either stop or return lo your preset speed LOW WASHER FLUID will be displayed on the DIC when the washer fl
101. avoid any painted surface of the wheel and buff off immediately after application Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle Petroleum based products may damage the paint finish Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in 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 repaired with touch up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealers body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection
102. ay the Oil Life Indicator by pressing the INFORMATION button Then press and hold the RESET button until the display shows 100 LIFE LEFT Electronic Level Control This feature keeps the rear of your vehicle level as the load changes It s automatic you don t need to adjust anything In this section you ll find how to operate the comfort Electronic Climate Control ECC control and audio systems offered with your Cadillac Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle his section tells you how to make your air system work for you Your comfort control system uses ozone friendly R 1 34a refrigerant With these systems you can control the heating cooling and ventilation in your Cadillac Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section Fan Button The button with the fan symbol adjusts the fan speed Press the up arrow to increase fan speed and the down arrow to decrease fan speed Temperature Button The red and blue temperature buttons adjust the air temperature coming through the system Press the hlue button for a cooler setting or the red button for a warmer setting The outside temperature is always displayed when your vehicle is running You can change it from Fahrenheit to Celsius by pressing the ENG MET English metric button on the DIC Mode Controls The AUTO ECON button automatically controls the direction of a
103. ays Cigarette Lighter With the full console press on the cover which is located below the climate control system to reveal the front ashtray To clean this ashtray lift it out by gripping the sides you don t have a center console pull the tray to reveal the ashtray The tray is located beneath the radio To clean this ashtray lift it out by pulling on the snulfer I the ashtray will not come out try reaching under it and gently press up on the ashtray bowl to remove IL o use the rear ashtray lift the lid NOTICE Don t put papers or other flammable items into vour ashtrays Hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them causing a damaging fire The cigarette lighter is located near the ashtray Press it all the way in and release It will pop back by itself when it s ready to light You may also have a lighter on the buck of the center console near the rear seat air outlet Note that power to the cigarette lighter will shut off Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off This helps to prevent battery drainage For more information see Inadvertent Battery Saver earlier in this section NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element Visors Swing down the
104. cally Use the manual or power lock to lock the door again Press the power door lock switch to lock or unlock both doors at once Programmable Automatic Door Locks With the ignition in the RUN position the door lacks can be programmed through the Driver Information Center DIC to allow the driver to choose various lock settings Press the RESET button to answer yes and press the INFO button to indicate a no response To begin programming press the INFO and RESET buttons at the same time The first prompt to appear is AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK You must press the RESET button when this prompt appears to continue programming the doors The next prompt to appear is ENABLE ALL DOORS FOR LOCK AND UNLOCK This selection locks all doors when shifting out of PARK P and unlocks all doors when shifting back into PARK P DISABLE ALL DOORS FOR LOCK AND UNLOCK is used when you do not want any automatic lock functions The ENABLE ALL LOCKS AND DRIVER DOOR UNLOCK prompt locks all doors when shifting out of PARK P and unlocks only the driver s door when shifting back into PARK P ENABLE ALL DOORS FOR LOCK ONLY selection appears next This prompt is used to lock all doors when shifting out of PARK P and keeps the doors locked when you shift back into PARK A ves or no response must be programmed when prompt is displayed A yes response selects the prompt and a no response displays the next promp
105. can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until cools down When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see A Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap Electric Engine Fans 5 18 Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If vou run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before vou drive the vehicle The coolant level should be indicated by a CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message on the Driver Information Center If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system u E How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge NOTICE Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at the proper level 2 5 inches 60 mm below the without coolant isn t covered by your warranty base of the fill neck add 50 50 mixture of clean See Overheated Engine Protection Operating preferably distilled and DEX COOL Mode in the Index antifreeze at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure
106. can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available 4 1 An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand But you have to act fast steer quickly and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object The fact that such emergency situauons are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving APPROX QUARTER TURAH If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement You can turn the steering wheel up to one quarter until the right front lire contacts the pavement edge Then tum your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway 4 12 Passing The driver of a vehicle about ta pass anot
107. ccident even one that isn t your fault you and your passengers 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 deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Salety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your Cadillac see the part of this manual called Children Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to see how see Seats in the Index so you can sit up straight 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckl
108. ce can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and e Have your vehicle fixed immediately 2 28 It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not in PARK with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake after you move the shift lever to PARK Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parking on a hill and if you re pulling trailer also see Towing a Trailer in the Index Windows Power Windows The controls are located near each window Press the control forward to raise the window and press rearward to lower Note that the second rearward position on the driver s control operates the express down window feature Your vehicle has Retained Accessory Power RAP When you stop your vehicle and turn the ignition key to OFF you can still use your power windows The electrical power to operate the windows will not shut off until you open a door or 10 minutes have passed If you want this power for another 10 minutes turn the key to RUN
109. ch 13 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent anything until the next step The other end of the electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch negative cable doesn t co to the dead battery It goes each other or any other metal to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery 10 Attach the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery 18 much less 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run A Heavy Metal Engine Part the engine for awhile B Good Battery 12 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it C Dead Battery won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a Cadillac dealer or a professional towing service tow your Eldorado See Roadside Assistance in the Index 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 may not be correct Before you do anything turn on the hazard warning flashers Front Towing When you call tell the towing service That your vehicle has front wheel drive The make model and year of your vehicle e Whether you can still move the shift lever e If there was an accident what
110. ck for this The transaxle should be in NEUTRAL N and the parking brake released Don t have your vehicle towed on the drive wheels unless you must If the vehicle must be towed on the drive wheels be sure to follow the speed and distance restrictions later in this section or your transaxle will be damaged If these limitations must be exceeded then the drive wheels have to be supported on a dolly 5 10 Front Towing ET Tow Limits 35 mph 56 kph 25 miles 40 km NOTICE Do not tow with sling type equipment or fascia fog lamp damage will occur Use wheel lift or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage install a towing dolly and raise the vehicle until adequate clearance is obtained between the ground and or wheel lift equipment Do not attach winch cables or J hooks to suspension components when using car carrier equipment Always use T hooks inserted in the T hook slots p M x A 1 Attach T hook chains on both sides im the slotted holes in the bottom of the frame rails behind the front wheels These slots are to be used when loading and securing to car carrier equipment un a Attach a separate safety chain ar
111. console models as vou maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever on floor shift console models See Shifting Out of PARK P in this section 2 19 REVERSE Use this gear to buck up NOTICE Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle Shift to REVERSE R only after vour vehicle has stopped Also use this gear to rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle See If You re Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index for additional information NEUTRAL N In this position the engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal vour vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing NOTICE Damage to your transaxle caused hy shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty OVERDRIVE This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than 35 mph 5
112. control when door ts opened or if you press the Remote Keyless Entry button Note that the illuminated entry system 15 photocell which means that it must be dark outside in order for the courtesy lamps to turn on The courtesy lamps will turn off approximately 20 seconds after the last door is closed Reading Lamps The reading lamps are located in the roof These lamps and the interior courtesy lamps come on when either door is opened and it is dark outside Press the button to turn them on Press it again to turn them off If the reading lamps are left on they automatically shut off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off Inadvertent Power Battery Saver This feature 15 designed to protect your vehicle s battery against drainage from the interior lamps trunk lamp glove box lamp cigarette lighters or the garage door opener When the ignition is turned OFF the power to these features will automatically turn off after minutes three minutes if new car has 15 miles or less Power will be restored for an additional 10 minutes if either door is opened the trunk 18 opened or the courtesy lamp switch is turned on Battery Guard Storage This feature is for long term use and must he programmed through the DIC while the ignition is in the RUN position Battery guard storage protects the battery by placing the vehicle in a storage mode so that the radio amplifiers instrument cluster and Remote Keyless
113. could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or acar wash apply vour brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally Driving too fast through large water 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 down before you hit them Aga Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning doesn t happen often But it can if your tires haven t much tread or if the pressure in one more 15 low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles 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 about hydroplaning The best advice 15 to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage vour engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbod
114. d go into cruise when you don t want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch OFF until you want to use it 1 the accelerator pedal 1 Move the cruise control 4 Remove your foot from p switch ta ON 2 Accelerate to the speed you want Lx Resuming Set Speed Setting the cruise control at a desired speed and then applying the brake will end the cruise function Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch from ON to Resume Accelerate for about half second to reset This returns you to 1 your desired preset speed Remember if you hold the switch at longer than half a second the vehicle will accelerate until you release the switch or apply the brake You could be startled and even lose control So unless you want to faster don t hold the switch at R A Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to increase your speed Here s the first 1 Use the accelerator pedal to go to a higher speed 2 Push the button at the end of the lever and then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed Here s the second way to increase speed e Move the cruise switch from ON to Hold it there until you reach a desired speed and then release the switch e Toincrease your speed in v
115. d follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only 3 4 full when it s very cold This allows for expansion which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage vour washer system and paint 6 24 Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir 15 here It 15 filled with DOT 3 brake fluid There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear When new linings are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason 15 that fluid 18 leaking out of the brake system If it is you should have your brake system fixed since leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak IF you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add remove brake fluid as necessary only when work 18 done on the brake hydraulic system N CAUTION If you have too much br
116. d the belt will likely be over the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force right on the child s abdomen which could cause serious or fatal injuries So sure that any child small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint 1 32 CAUTION Never hold bahy your arms while riding vehicle baby doesn t weigh much until crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example a crash CAUTION Continued CA UTION Co ntinued at only 25 mph 40 km h 12 Ib 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become 240 16 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint Child Restraints Be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in vehicle If it is it will have a label saying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Then follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or ina booklet or both These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury The instructions that come with the infant or child restraint will show you how to do that Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We a
117. d before April 1 1982 Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door you are programming Your vehicle s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter Follow these steps to program up to three channels 1 If vou have not previously programmed a universal transmitter channel proceed to Step 2 Otherwise hold down the two outside buttons on the universal transmitter until the red light begins to flash rapidly approximately 20 seconds Then release the buttons This procedure initializes the memory and erases any previous settings for all three channels Hold end of the hand held transmitter against the bottom surface of the universal transmitter so that you can still see the red light 3 Decide which one of the three channels you want to program Using both hands press the hand held transmitter button and the desired button on the universal transmitter Continue to hold both buttons through Step 4 4 Hold down both buttons until you see the red light on the universal transmitter flash rapidly and then stop The rapid flashing which could take up to 90 seconds indicates that the universal transmitter has been programmed Release both buttons once the light starts to flash rapidly 2 56 If have trouble programming the universal transmitter sure that you have followed the directions exactly as described and that the battery in the hand held transmitter 15
118. d to 500 cu in for all 1970 through 1976 Eldorados The Track Master computerized skid control braking system option debuted on 1970 Eldorados A driver and passenger Air Cushion Restraint system zir bag was available on all 1974 1975 and 1976 Cadillacs Analog Electronic Fuel Injection was available on 1975 Cadillacs and standard on the new international size 1976 Seville In 1978 the Trip Computer option incorporated the first on board microprocessor The electronics and computerization which were pioneered by Cadillac in the 70s came of age in the 80s with Digital Fuel Injection and On Board Diagnostics in 1980 four wheel Anti lock Brakes on 1986 models and Traction Control in the fall of 1989 The 1992 Seville STS was the first car ever to win all three major automotive awards Car of the Year Motor Trend Ten Best List Car amp Driver Car af the Year Automobile Magazine The year 1993 saw the introduction of the Northstar system The state of the art system includes the 32 valve dual overhead camshaft Northstar 4 6 liter V8 engine 4TS0 E electronically controlled automatic transaxle road sensing suspension speed sensitive steering anti lock brakes and traction control For more than nine decades Cadillac has been a leader in quality and technical innovation Now more than ever Cadillac is Creating a Higher Standard How to Use this Manual people read their owner s manual from beginn
119. dio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s svstems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has added improperly So before adding sound equipment check with your dealer and be sure to check Federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio may display CLN or CLEAN TAPE to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer Each time the cassette is cleaned the 50 hour cassette timer should be reset This 15 done holding down the eject button for five seconds or until the TAPE CLEAN message is displayed If you notice a reduction in sound quality try a known good cassette to see if the tape or the tape player is at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player Cleaning may be done with a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn It is normal for the cassette to eject while cleaning In
120. e Carbon Monoxide the Index Dirt and water too e The bumpers on vour vehicle are not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other humper type hitches to them Use only frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safery chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with vour rig And never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes Because you have anti lock brakes don t try to tap into your vehicle s hydraulic brake system If you do both brake systems won t work well or at all Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good dea
121. e also useful for owners with the appropriate skill level or training who wish to perform do it yourself service These are authentic General Motors service manuals meant for professional qualified technicians Service Bulletins Service bulletins covering various subjects are regularly sent to all General Motors dealerships GM monitors product performance in the field When service methods are found which promote better service on GM vehicles bulletins are created to help the technician perform better service Service bulletins may involve any number of vehicles Some will describe inexpensive service others will describe expensive service Some will advise of new or unexpected conditions and others may help avoid future costly repairs Service bulletins are meant for qualified technicians In some cases bulletins refer to service manuals specialized tools equipment and safety procedures necessary to service the vehicle Since these bulletins are issued throughout the model year and beyond an index is required and published quarterly to help identify specific bulletins Subscriptions are available You can order an index at the toll free numbers listed previously or ask GM dealer to see an index or individual bulletin Owner Publications Owner s manuals warranty folders and various owner assistance booklets provide owners with general operation and maintenance information 1 1 M
122. e belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear vour safety belt properly Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash The head restraints tilt forward and rearward also Seatback Latches If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked 771 The front seatback folds forward to let people get into the rear seat The seatback will move back and forth freely unless you come to a sudden stop then it will lock in place The seatback may not fold without some help from you if your vehicle is parked going down a fairly steep hill In this case push the seatback toward the rear as you lift the latch Then the seatback will fold forward The latch must be down for the seat to work properly Safety Belts Thev re for This part of the manual tells you how to use safety helts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR or air bag system Don t let anyone ride
123. e heated windshield option J Er FAN SPEEDS Press the button with the fan symbol until AUTO is displayed on the screen At this setting the fan speed is automatically controlled If it is cold outside the blower may not run in the maximum high fan speed right away The system checks the temperature of the engine coolant to assure it is warm enough ta provide heat When the engine coolant 18 warm the controller allows the fan to gradually increase to a higher speed This prevents cold air from blowing into the passenger compartment If vou want the blower fan at a high speed press the up arrow hutton until you see HIGH on the display you want the fan speed to be automatic but you like the fan speed to be higher than the AUTO setting press the fan symbol button until HIGH AUTO is shown on the display If you want the blower fan at a low speed press the down arrow button until LOW is shown on the display you want the fan speed to run lower than the setting press the button until LOW AUTO is shown on the display OFF Press this button to turn the system off Fresh air will continue to flow through the vehicle and the system will try to maintain the previously set temperature The outside temperature will show on the display when the system is OFF AC Press this button to turn the air conditioning on and off The system will cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle In the AUTO mode the display will show
124. e is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 13 helt would farce at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment Your car has a shoulder belt ightness adjustment feature If the shoulder belt seems too tight adjust it before you begin to drive Sit well back in the seat m Start pulling the shoulder belt out The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug the hips just teuching the thighs In crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you under the Just before it reaches the end give it a quick pull Let the belt go back all the way You should hear a slight clicking sound If you don t the adjustment feature won t set and you ll have to start again Now you can add small amount of slack Lean forward slightly then sit back If you ve added more than 1 inch 25 mm of slack pull the shoulder belt out as you did hefore and start again If you move around in the vehicle enough pull out the shoulder belt or open your door the belt will become tight again If
125. e the driver the best possible sound qualities This has been done by tailoring the sound arrival times and equalization for the driver seat DRIVER SEAT can be used at any time for any material Other passengers in the vehicle may not perceive the same effect e LIVE This setting 15 used to imitate the sound of a live performance AUDITORIUM This setting is similar to LIVE however more echo 1s present The LIVE and AUDITORIUM settings are best used for music 3 19 LEVEL Press the plus or minus symbol this button to adjust the amount of effect desired when in DSP mode Some experimenting with this button will help you determine the best sound Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press this button lightly so it extends Turn the BAL knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position is a detent and balances the speakers Turn the knob clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise for left speakers FADE Press this button lightly so it extends Turn the FADE knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position is a detent and balances the speakers Turn the knob clockwise to adjust the sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise for rear speakers Push the knobs back in when you re not using them Plaving a Cassette Tape With the radio on insert a cassette tape The tape will begin playing as soon as it is inserted While the tape is playing use
126. e tip down and check the level When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line then you ll need to add some oil But vou must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index 6 9 Don t add too much If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The oil fill cap is located behind the radiator on the passenger s side of the engine Turn the cap counterclock wise to remove 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 NOTICE What Kind of Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the Starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use ail that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine 15 American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in the following chart 6 10 As shown in the chart SAE 10W 30 is best for y
127. e to Shift Message 2 78 Arbitration Program Armrest Storage m w mm 5 w m m kh m d m mu wv d 5 m w mu m d m m d m ORO OBRA OR o RO B ooo 4 o BR I4 ok ox 4 Audio Controls Steering Wheel Touch Control Audio Equipment Adding Audio Systems eese nmm 3 13 4doRoa og 4o dod d A d Ro omo4 m 4o as Rom o4 Bo o OB b Bor ask d B GB Pull Down Lu e carae ye race MESS 2 S diues a AA E TANTE HEAS E aE Trensaxle Fhid cue ier e Rn Transaxle Operation Eod d Roo 4 4 oko 4o od o4 b hom d Bow ok mou Replacement Keyless Entry Volts High Message Volts Low Message Gd 08 GB S BOBO G om E Bot B mt t m n Door Locks fie da wren a PURSUIT VERA we REE EE 2 4 Jomp Starting me CK ERE 5 3 Charge Message 2 79 e Ea EAR 2 8 4 4 8 1 Ante LAG Rr maa 7 8 Better Business Bureau Mediation cya 7 8 Brake Adjustment iaar Eeee EEE D E orm ee css 0 2 CV e og esas 6 24 sir er ER re
128. eadiness of the system when the sensors are activated and driver s safety belt usage at deployment 1 25 e Letonly qualified technicians work on your air hag Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Cadillac system Improper service can mean that your air bag system won t work properly See your dealer for service Air bags affect how your Cadillac should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to influte while someone is working on your vehicle Your NOTICE Cadillac dealer and the Cadillac service manual have iu information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual see Service and If vou damage the cover for the driver s air bag Owner Publication niti Index it may not work properly You have to replace the air bag module Do not open or break the air bag cover For up to 10 seconds after the ignition kev is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if vou are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid wires wrapped with vellow tape or vellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The air bag system does not need regular maintenance b MM M ERR Safety Use During Pregnancy S
129. ear on the display If it does vour cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation 3 21 Trunk Mounted CD Changer Option With the optional compact dise changer you can play up to 12 discs continuously Normal size discs may he played using the trays supplied in the magazine small discs 8 can be played only with specialls designed trays NOTICE Objects in the trunk which may shift or slide during driving could damage your CD changer Protect your CD changer by using the convenience net whenever possible Place large objects in the trunk appropriately so that they not come into contact with the CD changer You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play compact disc Each of the 12 trays holds one disc Press the button on the back of the magazine and pull gently on one of the trays Load the trays from hottom to top placing disc on the tray label side down vou load a disc labe
130. ed on HI and turn the rear window defogger on You can monitor battery voltage on the DIC by pressing the INFORMATION button The normal range is 11 5 to 15 5 volts when the engine is running BATTERY VOLTS LOW 06 This message will appear when the electrical system is charging less than 10 volts or if the battery has been drained If this message appears immediately after starting it is possible that the generator can still recharge the battery The battery should recharge after driving a few miles and the message should go out If this message appears while driving or after starting your vehicle and stays on have it checked immediately to determine the cause of this problem To help the generator recharge the battery quickly you can reduce the load on the electrical system by turning off the accessories You can monitor battery voltage on the DIC by pressing the INFORMATION button The normal range is 11 5 to 15 5 volts BRAKE VACUUM PROBLEM 108 The circuit in the brake booster vacuum has shorted or 1s loose when this message appears Your vehicle may lose power brakes but you will still have the use of manual brakes The power brakes will not be affected if the problem 1 caused by a failed sensor Have your vehicle serviced immediately at your Cadillac dealership CHANGE ENGINE OIL 82 This means that the life of the engine oil has expired and it should be changed within 200 miles See Engine Oil and Filter Recommendatio
131. edal e Move the CRUISE switch to OFF Erasing Speed Memory The cruise control set speed memory 15 erased when you turn off the cruise control or the ignition control on the left side of the instrument panel Headlamps Taillamps Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps License Plate Lamp Underhood Lamp Fog Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Interior Courtesy Lamps controls these lamp systems Pull the knob out to the first stop to turn on the parking and taillamps sidemarker lamps and instrument panel lights Pull the knob out all the way to turn on the headlamps You can brighten or dim the instrument cluster by rotating the headlamp knob Press the knob all the way in to turn them off The exterior lamps will automatically turn on after several seconds of wiper activation Headlamps Wiper Activated Headlamps This feature activates the headlamps and parking lamps after the windshield wipers been in use for approximately 20 seconds In order to operate the wiper activated headlamps the twilight sentinel must be in the on position This feature lights the way in poor weather and it also makes your vehicle more visible to other drivers If the wiper activated headlamps are and the ignition switch is turned off the wiper activated headlamps will immediately turn off The wiper activated headlamps will deactivate 1f you turn off the twilight sentinel or if the windshield wipers have been turned
132. eed 2 4 10 E Te rte else 4 10 Wie Db uoo ess eC ER VATER ERR AE RE LER 2 30 Steering Wheel Touch Control Sold Stop Engine Low Oil Pressure Message Paste Stop Engine Overheated Message 2 43 storage 2 30 Velit vin 60 een ear he Im OR mA Ea 6 28 Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 3 36 UI COUR 2 53 sunglasses SLOTABe 2 51 Supplemental Inflatable M 1 20 oum 3 18 5 20 Surge Tank Pressure Cap leeren 6 22 Tachometer ee Ree Ann Bulb Replacement Ww Er aa maa 6 34 Per Dam 3 25 TO Temperature Control Climate Control System 3 2 3 6 Temperature Control Passemper 3 8 TEE I a UOCE RAE Rec 2 10 Theft System Problem Car Not Restart Message 2 83 Theft Deterrent System 2 11 Theft Deterrent Audio Feature 3 33 Therhnsht 2 2549 amaras 6 23 Third 3 Automatic Transaxle
133. een driven in either miles used in the United States or kilometers used in Canada You may wonder what happens if a vehicle has to have a new odometer installed The new one may read the correct mileage This is because your vehicle s computer has stored the mileage in memory Vehicle Speed Limiter 275 hp This feature prevents your vehicle from exceeding speeds that the tires are not rated for When this happens the engine s fuel supply is shut off When the vehicle speed slows the fuel supply will come on again 2 62 Tachometer Analog Cluster This gage indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area or engine damage may occur Engine Speed Limiter This feature prevents the engine from operating at too many revolutions per minute rpm When the engine rpm s are critically high the fuel supply to the engine is shut off When the engine speed slows the fuel supply will come on again This helps prevent damage to the engine Warning Lights Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle The pictures will help you locate them Warming lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becornes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to vour warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights co
134. eer the vehicle nor will it stop people from leaving the vehicle When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door Your vehicle has a feature that will automatically unlock the doors and turn the interior lamps on when the air bag inflates 1f battery power is available But if you want to you can lock the doors again and turn the interior lamps off by using the door lock and interior lamp controls In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag The air bags are designed to inflate only once After they inflate you ll need some new parts for your air bag system If you don t get them the air bag system won t be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Your vehicle is equipped with crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag system The module records information about the r
135. em will use recirculation as necessary to cool the air Pressing the recirculation button will change the operation to a manual mode and the air will recirculate non stop Press this button again to turn off the recirculation feature If you notice the windows fogging press the recirculation button to exit the recirculation mode OFF Press this button to turn the system off Fresh air will continue to flow through the vehicle and the system will try to maintain the previously set temperature The outside temperature will show in the display when the system is off 5 DE ICE Option Pressing this button helps to remove ice or frost from the windshield See Heated Windshield later in this section DEFOG Press this button to divide the air between the windshield and the heater outlets This is useful when fog appears on the windshield or side glass due to sudden rain or snowy conditions This feature is not available with the heated windshield option AUTO ECON Press this button to switch between AUTO and ECON The ECON setting attempts to keep air al a selected temperature however it does not remove humidity from the air Use this setting in cold or cool weather to save fuel The AUTO setting is used when its warm outside and you need to cool the air in order to maintain selected temperature and blower speed 3 FAN SPEEDS Press the button with the fan symbol until AUTO is displayed on the screen At this setting t
136. emperatures and your DIC will display a SERVICE RIDE CONTROL driving patterns To see the display press the message If this message appears have your vehicle INFORMATION button several times until XX OIL serviced at your Cadillac dealership LIFE LEFT appears If you see 99 OIL LIFE LEFT 9955 of your current oil life remains a un The DIC may display CHECK OIL LEVEL message Always keep a written record of the mileage and date when you changed your oil For more information see the Cadillac Maintenance Schedule booklet If vou see CHECK OIL LEVEL it means that you have less than 10 of the oil life left and you should consider changing your engine oil If you see CHANGE ENGINE OIL it means the oil life is gone and you should change the oil right away The system should indicate changing the oil between 3 000 miles 8 000 km and 7 500 miles 12 500 It may indicate changing the oil before 3 000 miles 5 000 km depending on your driving habits If the vehicle has been driven 7 500 miles 12 500 km it will indicate to change the oil If you drive in dusty area you should change your oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or three months whichever comes first unless the display indicates changing it sooner The system doesn t check how much oil you have so you ll still have to check for that To see how see Engine Oil in the Index When new oil is added you ll need to reset the system To reset displ
137. ent Licenses Piae waa alate DIS eg Park and Tum Sidemarker reu PEU UR aa tie d Ros Stop Tail Tum M RS PERI eT suse OO EE CREE Undead rasa a RU d Vanity Mirror ant USTED De Capacities and Specifications Engine Specifications Displacement scu usaa a e APPCHDICIches 4 565 Type A E rao E E a fir D BLE a INST VIN HERE a Re OT rere re ee ER MIL 9 Horsepower Hidoratdo EET RDUM rs nc rd 275 bhp 5600 rpm 205 KW 5600 rpm DE X E Rer 300 bhp 6000 rpm 224 KW 6000 rpm Torque FERRITIN oues ROGER Ea 300 lb ft 4000 rpm 407 4000 rpm RED a ue S HERE EYE Un ret Marc 295 Ih ft 4400 rpm 400 Nom 4400 rpm oar coe eee a erue a A RR ed reg CEN DS 1 2 7 3 4 5 6 8 Thermostat Stans To Open xen CR en 177 184 F 81 85 6 64 e Capacities and Specifications Continued Capacities Transaxle GFTR2U ED ror cc baie a eld ds Ae ee rc AG E C ROTE 15 quarts Crankcase Engine Oil with Filter
138. enter Messages 2 78 Posto 55 ck elk sae doe 1 13 Driver s Outside Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 50 QQ Driving UTI TTE 4 20 4 1 fw Pe ee CER oe eee 4 2 PUREE 5 ans zk erae sees 4 21 A a ees 4 27 In Foreign Countries 6 3 In the Rain CERES E 4 17 FRE EL ier US ER Fae 4 15 OmU Lulu iau 4 10 On Grades While Towing a Trailer 4 36 On Hill and Mountain Roads 4 23 On Snow and 4 26 Through WANN aia 4 19 CX 4 17 EMRE TEE E ere e dde 4 25 Cs MC TREE sa eee C COOPER 4 35 Drunken Driving AVI uM 4 2 Dual Zone Climate Control 3 5 ape 3 1 Electrical Equipment Adding 2 16 3 34 6 54 Electrical Svs 2 lt gt 52 55 22 6 54 Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror 2 45 2 46 Electronic Climate Control 3 1 Electronic Level Control 2 86 Electronic Solar Sensor 3 5 es V CREE RACER 6
139. ents ever written It was published following the introduction of the first production V8 engine which was standard in all Cadillacs beginning with the 1915 model Many Cadillac firsts have followed over the years including the synchro mech clashless transmission a nationwide comprehensive service policy security plate glass chrome plating and the first car to be designed by stylist 1927 LaSalle Harley Earl The 308 witnessed production of the powerful smooth and quiet V 12 and 1 engines The crisp contemporary lines of the 1938 60 Special series ushered in a new era in styling 1931 Vl Sport Phaeton 16 Engine During World War II shortly after Pearl Harbor Cadillac discontinued car production for the first time since 902 in order to construct light tanks combat vehicles and internal parts for Allison V 1710 engines Two Cadillac V8 engines and Hydra Matic transmissions were used in each and M24 tanks vii There to he sure many wavs deseribe the superlutive motor cur pictured ull apply im their fullest meaning 10 this new And vet from this wonderful vocabulary we have selected elegance as the that mosi fully characterizes the Cadillac of 1950 The car s beautiful clean lined styling is certainly elegant beyond compare Tis new intenor luxury provides a feeling of eleg ance that car be sensed nowhere else i
140. eporting the problem Bose AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Finding a Station and Compact Dise Player Option Press this button to select AM and preset stations FM 1 2 Press this button 10 select or 2 and preset stations TUNE SEERK Press this button to activate the radio to choose higher or lower radio stations Press and hold this hutton until you hear a chime Release the button to begin seeking to the next higher or lower radio station and then stop If you press and hold TUNE SEEK for longer than two seconds after the chime sounds the radio will he in tune fast mode Release the button when you want to stay at a radio station SCAN Press this button and SCAN will appear on the display Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds then go on t the next station Press this button again to stop scanning i Lm PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let PWR Press this button lightly ps retease kirom m vou return to your favorite stations You can set up to recessed position The system will turn on Press the 18 stations six AM six and six EM2 button again to turn the system off Playing the Radio S8 AM or FM 1 2 to select the band VOL Tum the knob clockwise to increase the volume 1 Press AM or FM 1 210 select the Turn it counterclockwise to decrease the volume The 2 Find the station you want by pressing TUNE
141. er Forecasts What s the weather outlook along your route Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid major storm system Maps Do you have up to date maps Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips sure your vehicle is well ventilated with comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check vour rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain 4 23 If you drive regularly in steep country or if you re planning to visit there here are some tips that can make your t
142. er on with your headlamps Let the heater run for awhile Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes Loading Your Vehicle TIRE LOADING INFORMATION VEHICLE CAP WT TOTAL LBS KG OCCUPANTS FAT CTR MAX LOADING amp GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURE RTG PSUKPa FRT RR SPA IF TIRES ARE HOT ADD 4PSI 28KPa SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label found on the driver s door tells you the proper size speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle It also gives you important information about the number of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight that you can carry This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all options not installed in the factory 4 29 MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRAT GAWR RR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI CABLE 5 FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY BUMPER
143. eriods Also for your audio system see Thett Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement Headlamps For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your Cadillac dealer service department Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package l Remove the cover hy turning the lock tabs in the direction of the arrows as shown on the cover 6 29 4 3 Turn the headlamp housing socket counterclockwise 3 Remove the headlamp housing socket to unlock the socket from the lamp housing Cornering Lamps l Open the hood to gain access to the mounting screw 2 Remove the screw securing the cornering lamp housing 4 After removing the wiring harness from the headlamp housing socket replace the bulb and socket Reconnect it to the wiring harness and reinstall the headlamp housing socket back into the headlamp assembly 3 Gently pull out the cornering lamp assembly 4 Remove the socket by rotating it counterclockwise slightly then replace the bulb and reinstall Center High Mounted Stoplamp 3 Replace the bulb Revers steps to reassemble the stoplamp assembly 1 Lift the trim cover to remove everse the step the stoplamp 3 2 Twist the socket counterclock wise and remove the socket and bulb from the housing
144. ery small amounts move the switch to R A Each time you do this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will only work after you have set the cruise control speed by pushing the SET CRUISE button 2 37 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach a desired lower speed then release it CRUISE ENGAGED message will then display To slow down in very small amounts push the button lor less than half second Each time you do this you ll go mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier 2 38 Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the hrake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to he too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to end cruise control Step lightly on the brake p
145. ething goes wrong When the light comes on and 3 ays on it means that oil isn t flowing through your engine properly You could be low oil and you might have some other system problem aJ SS SS two gallons 3 8 and 7 6 1 from being empty the letter E is shown If the fuel supply gets down to approximately one gallon 3 8 L the E will flash and the FUEL LEVEL VERY LOW message will appear in the DIC On the analog fuel gage the FUEL LEVEL Hi os d VERY LOW message will also appear L are a few concerns some owners had about PREMIUM UNLEADED the fuel gage All of these situations are normal and do FUEL ONLY not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads It takes more or less gas to fill the tank than the gage said For example the gage read 8 GALLONS but it took more or less than the tank s remaining capacity to fill it The fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank It works only when the ignition is in the RUN position On the digital cluster if the fuel level is within approximately two gallons 7 6 1 of being full the letter F is shown If the fuel level is between one and The gage may change when you turn stop or speed up 2 73 Fuel Data Panel The fuel data panel tells you all you need to know about the fuel ec
146. f there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index 2 65 Your brake system may not working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident If the light is still on after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after vour parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem 2 66 Parking Brake Indicator Light This light comes on when the parking brake is set and it will stay on if the parking brake does not fully release If you try to drive off with the parking brake set this light will remain on This light should also come on briefly as you start the vehicle If it doesn t have the light fixed so it will be ready to remind you if the parking brake has not fully released For more information on how to release the parking brake see Parking Brake earlier in this section Anti Lock Brake Sys
147. fety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle PM M X Center Passenger Position When vou sit in the center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt n 0907 To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt 1s snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough sec Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Children Evervone in a vehicle needs protection That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child A very voung child s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips as it should Instea
148. for few seconds The tape will go to a selection stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press this button again to stop scanning EJECT Press the upward triangle button to remove a tape The radio will play Eject may be activated with the radio off if the ignition is on Cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio off but they will not start playing until the PWR button is turned on Press PWR or turn the ignition key OFF to stop the cassette tape player The tape will stay in the player and resume play at the point where it stopped CLN This message may appear on the display If it does your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Trunk Mounted CD Changer With the compact disc changer you can play up to 12 discs continuously Normal size discs may be played using the trays supplied in the magazine The small discs 8 cm can be played only with specially designed trays NOTICE Objec
149. g a Station AM Press this button to select AM and preset stations 1 2 Press this button to select or FM2 and preset TUNE SEERK Press this button to activate the radio to choose higher or lower radio stations Press and hold this button until you hear a chime Release the button to besin seeking to the next higher or lower radio station and then stap If you press and hold TUNE SEEK for longer than two seconds after the chime sounds the radio will be in tune fast mode Release the button when you to stay at a radio station SCAN Press this button and SCAN will appear on the display Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will g to a station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press this button again to stop scanning PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 8 stations six AM six and six FMZ Press AM or FM 1 2 to select the band 2 Find the station you want by pressing TUNE SEEK 3 Press and hold of the six numbered buttons until you hear a chime preset number will appear on the display 4 The sound will mute When it returns release the button Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return PSCAN Press and hold SCAN for two to three seconds until PSCAN preset scan appears on the display to listen to each of your preset station
150. ge It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66 feet 20 m That could be a lot of distance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road whether it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread and the condition of vour brakes Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy hraking If you keep pace with the tralfic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminate a lot af unnecessary braking That means better braking and longer brake lile If your engine ever stops while you re driving brake normally but don t pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will he harder to push 4 6
151. ger Securing a Child Restraint the Center Rear Seat Position You ll be using the lap belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how LM 6 To tighten 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 it isn t secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice about how to attach the child restraint properly To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicles safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 5 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Securing Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured if the right f
152. gh electricity to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you 1 Check the other vehicle It must have 12 volt battery with a negative ground system NOTICE If the other svstem isn t 12 volt system with negative ground both vehicles can be damaged 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other Hf they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start your Cadillac and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminals on each 5 Start by removing the red positive terminal battery B COVCT An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood eleciric fan Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could also be damaged Using a match near a battery can cause battery Before you connect the cables here are s
153. ght speakers and counterclockwise for left speakers Push the button back 1t when you are not using it FADE Press this button lightly so it extends Turn the FADE knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position is a detent and balances the speakers Turn the knob clockwise to adjust the sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise for rear speakers Push the button back it when you are not using it Playing a Cassette Tape With the radio on insert a cassette tape The tape will begin playing as soon as it is inserted While the tape is playing use the VOL FADE BAL TREB and BASS controls just as you do for the radio Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted The display will show TAPE with n arrow to indicate which side of the tape is playing PLAY will appear on the display when a tape is plaving 3 27 an error occurs while trying to play cassette tape it could be that The cassette tape is tight and the cassette player cannot turn the hubs of the tape Hold the cassette tape with the open end down and try turning the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil Flip the tape over and repeat If the hubs do not tum easily your cassette tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player Try a new tape to he sure vour player is working properly The cassette tape is broken Check to see if your tape 15 broken Try a new tape Note that casse
154. has occurred within the PCM Have your vehicle service by your Cadillac dealership SERVICE EMISSIONS SYSTEM 104 problem in the emissions system has occurred when this message appears Have your Cadillac dealership service your vehicle SERVICE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM 103 A problem within the engine cooling system has been detected when this message displays See your Cadillac dealership for service SERVICE FUEL SYSTEM 101 The PCM has detected a problem within the fuel system when this message appears See your Cadillac dealership for service SERVICE IDLE CONTROL SYSTEM 107 A problem with the idle control has occurred when this message displays Bring your vehicle to your Cadillac dealership for service SERVICE IGNITION SYSTEM 105 This message displays when a failure in the ignition system has been detected Have your vehicle serviced by your Cadillac dealership SERVICE RIDE CONTROL 84 This message is displayed to indicate that the suspension system 15 not operating properly To correct this problem have your vehicle serviced at your Cadillac dealership SERVICE TRANSMISSION 100 If a problem is detected with the transaxle this message will appear Have your vehicle checked by your Cadillac dealership SPEED SENSOR FAULT 109 A circuit problem with the vehicle speed sensor will trigger this message to appear Have your Cadillac dealership service your vehicle STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM
155. he DIC Each of the fields for the hours minutes and seconds are two numeric digits Once TIMER OFF 0 00 00 is displayed press the TIMER button to start the timing feature Press the TIMER button again to stop it you will be starting and stopping your Cadillac during a trip for instance the TIMER feature will automatically start timing where it left off when you last stopped To reset it press and hold the RESET button until the display reads TIMER 00 00 00 Press the INFORMATION button to exit from the TIMER function RESET Pressing this button will reset the MPG AVG FUEL USED AVG MPH and OIL LIFE LEFT Pressing RESET when a non resettable display appears will cuuse recall mode to occur When this happens all DIC warning messages that have been displayed since the ignition key was turned to RUN will redisplay If no messages were displayed MONITORED SYSTEMS OK message will appear MPG AVG Average Fuel Economy Reset Press the INFORMATION button to display the MPG AVG then press and hold the RESET button until 0 0 MPG AVG is displayed Fuel Used Reset Press the INFORMATION button to display the FUEL USED on the DIC then press ard hold the RESET button until FUEL USED 0 0 is displayed AVG MPH Average Speed Reset Press the INFORMATION button to display the AVG MPH then press and hold the RESET button until 0 0 AVG MPH is displayed Oil Life Left Reset Press the INFORMATION button to display the
156. he fan speed 18 automatically controlled If it is cold outside the hlower may not run in the maximum high fan speed right away The system checks the _ _ temperature of the engine coolant to assure it is warm enough to provide heat When the engine coolant 1s warm the controller allows the fan to gradually increase to a higher speed This prevents cold air from blowing into the passenger compartment If you want the blower fan high speed press the up arrow button until you see HI on the display If you want the fan speed to be automatic but you like the Fan speed to be higher than the AUTO setting press the fan symbol button until HI AUTO is shown on the display If you want the blower fan at a low speed press the down arrow button until LO is shown on the display If vou want the fan speed to run lower than the AUTO setting press the button until AUTO LO is shown on the display DEFROST Press this button to quickly remove fog or frost from the windshield This setting sends most of the airflow to the windshield with only a small amount to the floor outlets TENEO The sensor monitors the sun s solar radiation and is located on top of the instrument panel near the windshield The ECC system uses this information to automatically make the necessary temperature and airflow adjustments to maintain your comfort The button with the fan symbol adjusts the fan speed Press the up arrow to
157. her fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn t be covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation North American Export Sales N AES 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 Filling Your Tank Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The cap is behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle 6 4 The fuel door release is located on the optional full console and on the Keyless Entry transmitter If your vehicle is not equipped with the full console then vou must use the transmitter to the fuel door An altemate fuel door release is located inside of the trunk on the left hand side Pull it to release the fuel door Hang the cap inside the fuel door while refueling To take off the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise If you need new be sure to get the right type
158. her on a two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds miscalculation an error in 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 So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass wait for a better time Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lines If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate turn or an intersection delay your pass broken center line usually indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead 18 clear Never cross a solid line your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also you won t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly
159. hough It was developed for use on vour vehicle Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to Federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly fram the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction A B C The t
160. ht begins to flash Individual channels cannot be erased but can be reprogrammed using the procedure for programming the transmitter explained earlier Accessories Accessories for the universal transmitter are available from the manufacturer of the unit If you would like additional information please call 1 800 355 3515 2 57 The instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your Cadillac 15 running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many of the other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically The main components of the instrument panel are rr Air Outlets Turn Signal Mulufunction Lever Driver Information Center Control Buttons Driver s Side Air Bag Cluster Steering Column Shift Lever 7 Electronic Climate Controls 98 Audio System 9 Passenger s Side Air Bag Lamp Controls Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Climate Control Hood Release Horn Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Audio System Astray and Cigarette Lighter Glove Box 2 59 Digital Cluster United States version shown Canadian similar Analog Cluster United States version shown Canadian similar IT Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour mph and kilometers per hour km h The odometer shows how far your vehicle has b
161. ide handle won t open it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when vou slow down or stop vour 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 t locked Wear safetv belts properly lock your doors and you will be far Slide the lock lever down to lock the door from the inside To unlock the door slide the lock lever up better off whenever you drive your vehicle Central Door Unlocking System Your vehicle will have this feature if it is equipped with There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle the optional theft deterrent system When unlocking From the outside use your door either door you can also unlock the other door by holding the key in the turned position for a few seconds or hy quickly rotating the door key twice in the lock cylinder If your vehicle has the optional theft deterrent system unlock the doors with the key or Keyless Entry system This will avoid setting off the alarm Power Door Locks Automatic Door Locks Close your doors and turn on the ignition Every time you move the shift lever out of PARK P both of the doors will lock The doors will unlock everv time you stop the vehicle and move the shift lever into PARK P lf someone needs to get out while your vehicle is not in PARK have that person use the manual or power lock When the door is closed again it will not lock automati
162. ies worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger 15 in a crash thal person s chance of being killed or permanentlv disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking S Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have serious or even fatal collision if vou drive after drinking Please don t drink and drive or ride with driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you re with a group designate a driver who will not drink wr sud um Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where Ihe tires meet the road Sometimes as when you re driving on snow or it s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide That means you can lose control of your vehicle KINE Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That s perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction rime Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an avera
163. igns on mountains that wam 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 some tips for winter driving Have your Cadillac in good shape for winter You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk Include an ice small brush or hroom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight 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 5now 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 vour tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You ll have a lot less traction or grip and will need to very careful What s the worst time for this Wet ice Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive But wet ice can even more trouble because it may affer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it s about freezing 32 F and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice un
164. iles 166 000 km whichever occurs first 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 A 50 50 mixture of water and the proper coolant for your Cadillac will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning lights and gages work as they should NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that vou use DEX COOL orange colored silicate free coolant meeting Specification 6277 If silicated coolant is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean water preferably distilled and one half DEX COOL orange colored silicate free antifreeze that meets GM Specification 6277M which won t damage aluminum parts Use GM Engine Coolant Supplement sealer GM Part 3634621 with any complete coolant change If you use this mixture vou don t need to add anything else special procedure is required for adding sealer see the Cadillac service manual To order a service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index
165. ilm 1050429 6 Ibs 2 72 kg Multi Purpose Powdered Cleaner Cleans vinyl cloth tires and mats Removes rust and corrosion Removes soil and black marks Lose 02371 _ Spor Lifter 1051515 32 0 946 L Windshield washer solvent and antifreeze 1052870 1052918 Protects vinyl leather and rubber 1052930 34500222 Silicone Tie Shine Not recommended for pigskin suede leather See your General Motors Parts Department for these products See Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Not recommended far use on instrument panel vinyl kre Vehicle Identification Number VIN EL i SAMPLE4U 072675 2 ENGINE A CODE MODEL YEAR This 1s the legal identifier for your 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 the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the rear wall of the trunk on the passenger s side It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label 15 VIN the model designation
166. ilt into the mirror surface to sense headlamps behind you 2 Setting the Sensitivity OFF This setting turns off the day night function and compass The mirror will stay in the day mode M This turns on the day night portion of the mirror to automatically reduce glare This setting turns on the compass in addition to the day night function The letter or letters displayed in the top right corner of the mirror indicate the direction in which you are traveling Time Delay This feature prevents rapid changing of the mirror from the night mode to the mode as you drive under lights and through traffic Reverse Gear Day Mode The reverse mode is another important feature of the automatic mirror When the shift lever is placed in REVERSE R the mirror changes to the day mode This gives you a bright image in the mirror as you back up Cleaning Photocells Use cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the front and rear photocells that make the auto dimming feature work Compass Calibration Compass Variance Once the compass is calibrated 1t does not need to be recalibrated To calibrate the compass 1 Set the switch on the mirror control ta 2 Turn the vehicle ignition switch on The letter C should be displaved in the mirror compass window If not hold the CAL switch on the bottom of the mirror tor more than 10 seconds and the letter will appear To hold in the CAL switch insert a
167. increase fan speed and the down arrow to decrease fan speed Temperature Knob The TEMP knob adjusts the air temperature coming through the system Turn the TEMP knob clockwise to increase the temperature and counterclockwise to decrease the temperature The outside temperature is always displayed when your vehicle is running Mode Button Press this button to deliver air through the floor middle or windshield outlets The systern will stay in the selected mode until the MODE button is pushed again Press the up or down arrow to cycle through the available modes Automatic Operation When the system is set for AUTO sensors will control the air delivery mode Air will come from the Moor middle or windshield outlets The fan speed will vary as the system maintains the selected temperature setting Be careful not to put anything over the solar sensor located in the middle of the instrument panel near the windshield This sensor is used by the automatic system to regulate temperature To find your comfort zone start with 757 24 C setting allow about 20 minutes for the system to 3 6 regulate Press the red blue temperature buttons to adjust the temperature if necessary If vou choose 60 F 16 C the system will remain at that maximum cooling setting and will not regulate fan speed If you choose the temperature of 90 F 32 C the system will remain at that maximum heating setting and will not regu
168. indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly The brake wear warning sound means that sooner or later vour brakes won t work well That could lead to an accident When you hear the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Continuing to drive with worn out pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with vour brakes Free movement of brake calipers and properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake calipers for movement brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM specifications Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you apply the brakes with or without the vehicle moving your brakes adjust for wear 27 Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex Its many parts have to
169. ing to end when they first receive their new vehicle If you do this it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle In this manual you ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly Index good place to look for what you need is the Index in the 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 Warnings and Symbols You will find number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen Vehicle Damage Warnings In the nolice arca we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage NOTICE When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words Also in thi
170. injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Put the shift lever in PARK P 2 Set the parking brake firmly 3 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle al the opposite end 5 25 The equipment you ll need is in the trunk Pull the arpeting from the floor of the trunk Turn the center dial on the compact spare cover counterclockwise to remove it Lift and remove the cover See Compact The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and Spare Tire later in this section for more information change a tire about the compact spare the nut holding the jack and wheel wrench counterclockwise and remove it Then remove the jack and wrench Lift up the tire to remove it from the trunk Removing the Wheel Cover The tools you ll be using include the jack A and the wheel wrench B There 15 center wheel cover on the aluminum wheel Using the flat end of the wheel wrench gently pry the wheel cover olf Be careful not to scratch the aluminum wheel edge and don t try to remove it with vour hands Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet
171. ip lFailing to equal or to excel the follower seeks to de ciate and to but ei e onc more the superiority of that which he strives to supplant There is nothing new in this 5 i s the asthe human passions envy fear greed ambition ils leads remains the leader Master poet and the desire to surpass And it all ava master painter master workman each in his tumi is assai his laurels FUNEM the ages which is good or THIS TEXT AN ADVERTISENINT IR SKTUREAY EVERINO TRIS 1918 CADO LAC WOTA CAR Dav sn Henry M Leland founder of Cadillac stands beside the 1905 Osceola which was built to TS evaluate the T feasibility of a closed bodied car Henry M Leland known as the master of precision initiated his precision manufacturing techniques at the founding of Cadillac in 1902 His exacting standards prompted the motto by which Cadillac has been guided over the years Craftsmanship Creed Accuracy A Law The introduction of the first four cylinder engine in 1905 led the industry and enabled Cadillacs to travel at speeds up to 50 mph For attention to quality and innovation the Royal Automobile Club of England awarded the prestigious Dewar Trophy to Cadillac twice first in 1908 for achieving perfect intercha
172. ir delivery for air conditioning and non air conditioning modes Automatic Operation When the system is set for AUTO sensors will control the air delivery mode Air will come from the floor middle or windshield outlets The fan speed will vary as the system maintains the selected temperature setting 3 2 Be careful not to put anything over the solar sensor located in the middle of the instrument panel near the windshield This sensor is used by the automatic system to regulate temperature To find your comfort zone start with 757 24 C setting allow about 20 minutes for the system to regulate Press the red or blue temperature buttons to adjust the temperature if necessary If you choose 607F 16 C the system will remain at that maximum cooling setting and will not regulate fan speed If you choose the temperature of 90 F 32 C the system will remain at that maximum heating setting and will not regulate fan speed Choosing either maximum setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster With this setting the air conditioning compressor automatically cvcles when needed to cool the air In cold weather when the system senses the need for heat the airflow will be directed out the floor outlets As the interior temperature approaches a desired setting the blower speed will decrease To maintain interior comfort the airflow may move to the instrument panel air outlets and floor outlets BI LEVEL mode On b
173. ire Loading Information label Don t let anyone tell vou that underinflation or NOTICE overinflation is all right It s not If your tires don t have enough air underinflation you can vet the following Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy If vour tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following e Unusual wear e Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards 6 37 When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be inspected every 6 000 to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13 000 km for any signs of unusual wear If unusual wear 1s present rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It s Time for New Tires and Wheel Replacement later in this section for more information The purpose of regular rotation 15 to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The fir
174. is available Shuttle Service Warranty work can frequently be handled in one day but there is no reason for you to wait around Cadillac helps eliminate inconvenience to you with transportation alternatives Gold Key Courtesy Transportation provides shuttle service for same day warranty work Your Cadillac dealer can get you where you need to be with minimal interruption of your daily schedule In Canada for warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty interim transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program Please consult vour dealer for details Miscellaneous Service Gold Key Courtesy Transportation also provides various reimbursements for overnight repairs such as transportation obtained independently cab fare or reasonable fuel expenses for a ride provided by another individual Plrase ask about specific Gold Key Courtesy Transportation benefits offered by your Cadillac dealer Plan Ahead When Possible Whenever possible schedule an appointment for your vehicle s warranty work Your Cadillac dealer can then prepare to meet your alternative transportation needs and minimize inconveniences typically associated with warranty repairs Owner Responsibilities There are only two things which you will be responsible for during the use of your courtesy vehicle You are required to provide insurance coverage and replenish the fuel used
175. ist and the message STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATED is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of four cylinders helps prevent engine damage This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency you may drive up to 50 miles 80 km Towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided NOTICE After driving in the Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil may be severely degraded Change the oil and reset the oil life indicator See Engine Oil When to Change in the Index 5 15 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before opening the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by vour warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating M
176. ized Cadillac dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used repairs may not be covered by your warranty In Canada some gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called MMT If you use such fuels your emission control system performance may deteriorate and the malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this happens return to your authorized Cadillac dealer for service To provide cleaner air all gasolines are now required to contain additives that will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system allowing your emission control system to function properly Therefore you should not have to add anything to the fuel In addition gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to help clean the air General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Never use leaded gasoline or any ot
177. ke Modulator COOL FNS Cooling Fan Relays 1 2 3 Do not alter OBD II related fuses or circuit RLY IGNI SDM Cluster Cruise in Stalk Brake Switch Fuel Level Sensor Catalytic Converter Overtemp Amplifier Export 0 60 IGN 0 BODY PRNDL Heated Windshield Optional PZM Cluster Air Control Module ACM Upper and Lower Zone Motor HVAC Solenoids Climate Control Panel Optional Rear Defog Relay ELC Relay Cornering Lamp Switch Right and Left Cornering Lamps Electronic Flasher Module Turn Hazard Switch Right and Left Rear Turn Signal Lamps Right and Left Front Turn Signal Lamps Repeater Lamps Export Cellular Phone Portable Docking Station Washer Circuit Board Heated Seat Switch Rear Zone Blower Right and Left Heated Seat Switches Headlamp Wash Relay CONSOLE COMFORT CD Player Remote Function Actuator RFA Controlled Power Relay Air Control Module ACM Right and Left Hand Bose Relay Kight Front and Rear Speaker On Door Left Front and Rear Speaker On Door mM 0 RADIO Radio Receiver Radio Interface PHONE Module RIM Bose Only Phone DAB Relay Trunk Release Relay Fuel Door Release Relay High Beam Relay CLUSTER Steering Wheel Controls Cluster ACC Electrochromic Mirror Rain Sensor Optional Accessory Relay Rear AMP Optional
178. kly If this happens let the belt go back Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt acrass you belts Here s how to wear one properly more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it end of the belt as vou pull up on the shoulder part Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash vou would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against vour body The lap part of the belt should be wom low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The sa
179. l General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seal Here s why child in a rear facing child restraint can seriously injured if the right front passengers air bag inflates This is because the hack of a rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat You may however secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat Before you secure a forward facing child restraint always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go Or secure the child restraint in the rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in vour vehicle even when no child is in it 1 34 Strap If your child restraint has top strap it should be anchored If you need to have an anchor installed you can ask your Cadillac dealer to put it in for you If you want to install an anchor yourself your dealer can tell you how to do it For cars first sold in Canada child restraints with a top strap must be anchored according to Canadian law Your dealer can obtain the hardware kit and install it for
180. l in the direction you want the mirror to go Adjust each mirror so you can see the side of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle 2 49 Driver s Outside Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror Option The driver s side outside mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you This feature ts controlled by the on and off settings on the electrochromic mirror See Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror earlier in this section Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirrors surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat This mirror does not have a dimming feature A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If vou cut too sharply into the right lane vou could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Storage Compartments Glove Box The glove box 1s located in front of the passenger seat To lock the glove box door insert the oval key in the lock cylinder and turn it clockwise Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock the door Map Pocket The driver s door may have a map storage compartment You may also have a storage compartment on the passenger s door Sapp Center amp i auus 20 msole d Lor pe Area Your vehicle is equipped with either the mini console if you have the column shifter or the option
181. l longer and not nearly as responsive as vour vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hiteh and platform and attachments safety chains electrical connector lamps tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving vour vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when 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 bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you 4 35 Making Turns NOTICE Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very
182. l side up the disc will not play and an error will occur Gently push the tray back into ihe magazine slot Repeat this procedure for loading up to 2 dises in the magazine Once you have loaded the discs in the magazine slide open the door of the compact disc CD changer Push the magazine into the changer in the direction of the arrow marked on top of the magazine Close the door by sliding it all the way to the left If the door is left partially open the changer will not operate and an error will occur When the door is closed the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine This will continue for up to one and a half minutes depending on the number of discs loaded eject the magazine from the player slide the CD changer door all the way open The magazine will automatically eject Remember to keep the door closed whenever possible to keep dirt and dust from getting inside the changer Whenever a CD magazine with discs 1s loaded in the changer the CD symbol will appear on the radio display If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs the CD symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play When a CD begins playing a disc and track number will be displayed The disc numbers are listed on the front of the magazine All of the CD functions are controlled by the radio buttons except for ejecting the CD magazine CD Press this button if you have a disc loaded i
183. l to any position hut OFF you move the control all the way to the right the lamps will remain on for approximately three minutes after the ignition has heen turned to the OFF or LOCK position If you move the control so it is just the lamps will go off quickly when vou turn the ignition switch out of RUN You can adjust the delay time from only a few seconds to three minutes Light Sensor The light sensor for the DRL and the twilight sentinel is located in the center of the ront defogger grille Hf you cover the sensor it will read dark and the lamps will come on Exterior Lighting Battery Saver The exterior lumps will turn off approximately 0 minutes after the ignition ts turned to LOCK ACC if the manual park lamp control on This protects draining the battery in case you have left the headlamps or parking lamps Use the control knob to tum the lamps back on indefinitely The control knob must be cycled off and then on to turn the lamps back on To delay the lamps from turning off see Twilight Sentinel earlier in this section Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Intensity Control As you turn the headlamp knob clockwise the instrument panel lights will brighten Turning the headlamp knob all the way clockwise will turn on the interior lamps Illuminated Entry System The illuminated entry system turns on the courtesy lamps and the backlighting to the door switches and headlamp knob
184. laced when worn Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule booklet 6 48 Cleaning the Outside of Your Cadillac The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Use liquid hand dish or car washing mild detergent soaps Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives cleaning agents should flushed promptly and not allowed to dry the surface or they could stain Dry the finish with soft clean chamois or a 100 cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing mild polishing of your Cadillac by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your Cadillac
185. late fan speed Choosing either maximum setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster With this setting the air conditioning compressor automatically cycles when needed to cool the air In cold weather when the system senses the need for heat the airflow will be directed out the floor outlets As the interior temperature approaches a desired setting the blower speed will decrease To maintain interior comfort the airflow may move to the instrument panel air outlets and floor outlets BI LEVEL mode bright sunny days in cold weather the airflow may come out of the A C outlets AC mode to maintain comfort and prevent stuffiness If your vehicle is sitting out on hot day and you have it set on AUTO the air will first flow out the floor air outlets for few seconds That is normal This 1s to expel hot air in the air outlets As the air is cooled the airflow will move through the A C outlets If you start your vehicle with the fan setting on HI it will skip the A C Purge To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather the system will delay turning on the fan until warm air is available The length of delay depends on the outside air temperature engine coolant temperature or the time since the engine was last started As the coolant warms up the blower fan speed will gradually increase and air will flow from the heater outlets with some airflow to the windshield to prevent fogging under most normal conditions
186. le press the trunk button on the Keyless Entry transmitter Security Override Pressing the VALET button located inside of the glove box will disable the use of the trunk fuel door and garage door opener Pressing this button again will make these features reusable Locking the glove box wath the door key will also help to secure your vehicle Note that the Keyless Entry transmitter can not be used to open the trunk or fuel door if the VALET button is pressed in Trunk Lid Automatic Pull Down Feature Your car has an automatic pull down feature that helps close the trunk electronically Your fingers can be trapped under the trunk lid as it goes down Your fingers could be injured and you would need someone to help you free them Keep your fingers away from the trunk lid as you close ii and as it is going down Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your Cadillac has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we pul en can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you help Kev in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy larget for joy riders or professional thieves so don 1 do 2 10 When you park your Cadillac and open the driver s door you ll hear chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel will be locked and so will
187. le through the windshield Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concem We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry prompt attention However if you wish to write Cadillac write to Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 30009 Van Dyke P O Box 9025 Warren MI 48090 9025 Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of Canadian and GM Overseas offices When contacting Cadillac please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealer s facilities equipment and personnel That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with Cadillac by dialing 1 800 833 CMCC TTY users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Service D 8 Loadside Ic e TOLL FREE HOTLINE 1 800 882 1112 Cadillac s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service It provides every Cadillac owner with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and when appropriate a Cadillac trained dealer technician who will provide on site service
188. lear Use DEFROST remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in extremely humid or cold conditions If you have the ECC system press the DEFOG or DE ICE button and adjust the fan speed pressing the fan button up or down If you use DEFROST adjust the fan speed the same way If you select DEFROST from AUTO the system will control the fan speed The temperature will also need to be adjusted to your comfort level Press the blue button to decrease the temperature and the red button to increase the temperature If you have the dual zone system press the DEFROST or DE ICE button If you select DEFROST adjust the fan speed by pressing the fan button up or down If you select DEFROST from AUTO the system will control the fan speed The temperature also needs to be adjusted by turning the TEMP knob Note that recirculation is not available in the defrost or detog modes 3 12 Rear Window Defogger The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass Press the button to turn on the rear defogger With it the rear window and both outside rearview mirrors are heated The system will automatically shut off after LO minutes If further defogging is desired press the button again Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape or decals across the defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE Scraping the inside of your rear window could cut and damage the heating grids Your warranty would not cover this damage A
189. ler in the Index for more information 2 14 With the ignition key in the ignition switch you can turn the switch to five different positions ACCESSORY A This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off To get into ACCESSORY push in the key and turn it toward you The steering wheel will remain locked just as it was before you inserted the key LOCK B Before you put the key in the ignition will be in the LOCK position This is the only position in which vou can remove the key This position locks the ignition steering wheel and transaxle It s a theft deterrent feature OFF C 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 vehicle in motion while the engine is off for example if your vehicle is being pushed RUN D This is the position for driving START E This starts the engine Retained Accessory Power The following accessories on your Cadillac may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF Radio Power Windows Astroroof Power to these accessories stops after 10 minutes or if either door is opened If you want power for another 10 minutes turn the ignition key to RUN and then back to OFF e Starting Your Engine 2 doesn t start right away hold your key in
190. les the DRL The DRL will stay off until you shift out of PARK As with any vehicle vou should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it IR RR Fog Lamps Use the fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions When you press the fog lamp button small indicator light will tell you the fog lamps are on Press the button again to turn them off If you switch on the high beam headlamps the fog lamps will turn off They ll turn back on again when you switch to low heam headlamps When the twilight sentinel is on and the fog lamp switch 15 activated only the headlamps will tum off automatically The fog lamps and parking lamps will remain on When the twilight sentinel is on and the fog lamp switch is off the headlamps and parking lamps will deactivate Also note that using fog lamps during the day will cancel the DRL feature Cornering Lamps The cornering lamps come on when the headlamps or parking lamps are on and you signal a turn They provide more light for cornering Underhood Lamp Turn the parking lamps on to operate the underhood lamp The underhood lamp will come on when the hood is open 2 41 Twilight Sentinel The control is next to the headlamp knob automatically switches the lamps on and off by sensing how dark it 15 outside To operate the twilight sentinel leave the lamp knob off and move the TWILIGHT contro
191. ll commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive 15 affected well below a 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 drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above driver with a level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times greater E ae The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up be careful isn t the right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even moderate 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 injur
192. ll be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity 4 33 If you re using dead weight hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 of the total loaded trailer weight B If you have a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue should weigh 12 of the total loaded trailer weight After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t vou may be able to get them right simply hy moving some items around in the trailer Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires Be sure your vehicles tires are inflated to the recommended pressure for cold tires You ll find these numbers on the Certification label at the rear edge of the driver s door or see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit lor your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue 4 34 Hitches important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow e Will vou have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO your exhaust can get into your vehicle se
193. ll be ejected TAPE Press this button to switch from radio to cassette tape play Press AM FMI or FM2 to switch to the radio SEEK Press the forward arrow to search for the next selection on the tape Press the backward arrow to search for the previous selection on the tape REP will appear on the display Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for SEEK to work The sound will muted while seeking REV Press this left arrow button to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play while the tape reverses and REV will appear on the display You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in REV mode FF Press this right arrow button to advance quickly to another part of the tape Press the button again to return to playing speed The radio will play while the tape advances and FWD will appear on the display You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in FWD mode SIDE Press this button to change the side of the tape that is playing SCAN Press this button SCAN will appear on the display until the next selection is found and then PLAY will appear on the display Use SCAN to listen to selections for a few seconds The tape will go to a selection stop for a few seconds then go on to the next selection Press this button again to stop scanning 25 EJECT Press the upward triangle b
194. m the Hotline REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE 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 Limited You may write to Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa Ontario 4 2 7 10 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at our Customer Assistance Center 1 800 458 8006 or write Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 30009 Van Dyke Box 9025 Warren MI 48090 9025 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 Service and Owner Publications Service manuals service bulletins owner s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and many past model General Motors vehicles Toll free telephone numbers for ordering information United States 1 800 551 4123 Canada 1 800 668 5339 7 11 Service Manuals Service manuals contain diagnostic and repair information for all chassis and body systems They may be useful for owners who wish to get a greater understanding of their vehicle They ar
195. me If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure ask your Cadillac dealer NOTES NOTES 6 08 Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Cadillac if you need assistance This section also tells vou how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects Customer Satisfaction Procedure This section includes information on e The Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users Roadside Service Gold Key Courtesy Transportation BBB Auto Line Alternative Dispute Resolution Program Reporting Safety Defects Service and Owner Publications Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and Cadillac Normally any concern you may T 7 1 have with your vehicle can be handled by your selling or For help outside of the United States and Canada call servicing dealer Your dealer has the facility trained the following numbers as appropriate technicians special tools and up to date information promptly address any issue which may arise Cadillac has empowered its dealers to make decisions and repair vehicles and they are eager to resolve your concern to your complete satisfaction If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction take the following steps STEP ONE Discuss
196. me more than a others and they can all damage your vehicle too Appearance Care aR 727 on t use of these unless this manual says you Remember cleaning products be hazardous Some In many uses these will damage your vehicle are toxic Others can burst into flames if you strike a match gel them on hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous il you breathe their fumes tn closed space Laundry Soap When you use anything from a container to clean your Binh Cadillac be sure to follow the manufacturer s warnings e Reducing Agents 6 44 m Cleaning the Inside of Your Cadillac Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean damp cloth Your Cadillac dealer has two GM cleaners solvent type spot lifter and a foam type powdered cleaner They will clean normal spots and stains very well Do not use them on vinyl or leather Here are some cleaning tips Always read the instructions on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set Use aclean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft hrush may be used if stains are stubbom Use solvent type cleaners in a well ventilated area only If you use them don t saturate the stained area e faring forms after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Foam Type Cleaner on
197. me on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help Your vehicle may also have a driver information system that works along with the warning lights and gages See Driver Information Center in the Index 2 63 Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts unless the driver s safety belt is already buckled The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 20 seconds then it will flash for about 70 seconds If the driver s belt is already buckled neither the chime nor the light will COME
198. mediately dry the area with a blow dryer to help prevent a cleaning ring 6 47 Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry Do not bleach or dye safety belts If vou do it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water 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 on glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window since they may have to be scraped off later HH abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window an electric defogger element may be damaged Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running or other material may be on the blade or windshield lean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon Ami Powder GM Part No LOSOU 11 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Wiper blades should be checked on a regular basis and rep
199. n eg ke ea ceeds eevee ME Ovdometer A peed EERE ee CU eae 2 02 CHEESE demere 2 75 2 78 Off Road Recovery 4 12 EHERME ora ro ARR S A 6 9 Oil Life Indicator 2 83 Oil Pressure Light 2 72 DONDE a E 2 7 Overdrive E Automatic Transaxle 2 21 Overheated Engine Protection M Mode 5 15 Overheating Engine usada D Ra Owner Publications 7 12 Spotting Chemical 6 51 Park P Automatic Transaxle ek Or a XO Y dee ITE ICE CRT RI EE 2 24 Shifting Dut cg Reser sre 2 27 Parking AEN 2 11 2 22 Indicator Light ug a E Vc PUN caa 2 66 exa dapi aec ae ere CACERES E A 2 11 Over Things That Burn EST 2 27 With 6 kr 4 37 Pass Key Not Programmed Message 2 81 Passenger Temperature Control 3 8 Passing EKER EROTIC 4 1 II E E rum rack 2 13 PCM Fault Message SU ACIER RUE ANE 2 81 Power Antenna Mast ese rte ma 3 36 a a RU r
200. n on Reporting Safety Defects on page 7 10 5 ote eru Here s an n alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual You can use it to quickly find something you want to read GENERAL MOTORS GM and the GM Emblem CADILLAC the CADILLAC Emblem and the name ELDORADO are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Cadillac Motor Car Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your Cadillac so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No 25637207 First Edition f We support voluntary technician certification WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TEGHNIGIAN CEATIFICATION THROLIGH AUTOMOTIVE SEAVICE EXCELLENCE a For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propri taires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire ce guide en francais chez votre cancessionaire ou au DGN Marketing Services Ltd 1500 Bonhill Rd Mississauga Ontario LAST 1C7 C
201. n the changer and the radio is playing to play a compact disc Press AM or FM 1 2 to return to the radio when compact disc is playing Press TAPE to switch between the tape and compact disc 1f both are loaded Press CD to switch between the CD pushbuttons through 6 and 7 through 12 These pushbuttons represent the order of the discs loaded in the changer P DSPL Press this button to display the time of day Press this button again within five seconds to see the element time Press DSPL again within five seconds to see how many compact discs are loaded in the changer and where thev are loaded Press DSPL again to review the active preset buttons 1 through 6 or 7 through 12 PUSHBUTTONS Press buttons one through six to go from one compact disc to another that is loaded in the changer SIDE Press this button to select the next disc in the changer Each time you press this button DISC LOADING will appear on the display and the disc number on the radio display will move to the next available CD REV Press this button to reverse quickly through track selection FF Press this button to advance quickly through a track selection RDM Press this button to enter random play mode RDM will appear on the display The loaded discs will be played in random rather than sequential 1 2 3 order Press SEEK while is on the display to randomly seek through discs and tracks Press again to to sequenti
202. n the world of motor curs Ane even its new performance smooth quiet and eilortkess might be summarized as elegance irt motion Once you hive seen and driven it for yourself we think you that the word is elegunce anil that the car is Cadillac MIO GENERAL MOTORS OOK POLAT S uar aia i the that aye af x 5900 Siriy FEAT fray For the 1948 model Cadillac introduced the legendary tail fin which once more set the trend in automotive styling for nearly two decades This was closely followed with the two door hardtop Coupe DeVille and the industry s first modern overhead valve high compression V8 engine on the 1949 model Engineering innovations conveniences and styling dominated the 50s and 60s Cruise control automatic climate control tilt and telescoping steering wheels twilight sentinel and four door hard tops all debuted in these years In 1957 the Eldorado Brougham featured advances such as air suspension memory seat automatic electric door locks transistor radio a brushed stainless steel roof and low profile tires 1957 Eldorado Brougham The Eldorado introduced in 1953 was redesigned for 1967 as the first front wheel drive personal luxury car The 472 cu in V8 engine used in all Cadillacs in 1968 and 1969 was enlarge
203. nada OBD is replaced by Enhanced Diagnostics The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes to indicate that there 15 a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent which prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction 2 69 NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while vour emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This light will also come on during a malfunction in one af two ways Light Flashing amp misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service is required e Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle e vehicle speed
204. nd change the messages to WAIT 3 MINUTES WAIT 2 MINUTES WAIT 1 MINUTE and then STAKT CAR When the REMOVE KEY message is displayed remove the ignition key Check the ignition key for damage If it is damaged it may need to be replaced If you see no damage clean the pellet contacts with a soft cloth or 2 81 napkin before inserting the key back into the ignition Have your vehicle serviced if the message still appears SERVICE A C SYSTEM A C COMPRESSOR OFF 14 This message appears when the electronic sensors that control the A C and heating systems are no longer working Have the climate control system serviced if you notice a drop in heating and A C efficiency SERVICE AIR BAG 83 There is a problem with the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint air bag system when this message appears Let only a qualified technician work on your vehicle See your Cadillac dealership for service at once SERVICE BRAKE FLUID SWITCH 37 A high level of brake fluid causes this message to display if the ignition is in the RUN position Have the brake system serviced by a Cadillac technician as soon as possible the brake warning light is on refer to the directions listed in that part SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM 102 This message will display when a problem with the charging system has been detected Have your vehicle serviced at your Cadillac dealership SERVICE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 106 This message will display if an electrical problem
205. nd don t put decals there vou might have to scrape them off Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control Some heating and cooling controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel Other touch controls operate some audio controls See Steering Wheel Controls for Audio System later in this section 98 FAN SPEED Press the up arrow lever to increase the fan speed and the down arrow lever to decrease fan speed TEMP Press the up arrow lever to increase the temperature and the down arrow lever to decrease temperature Audio Systems Your Cadillac audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your Cadillac system can do and how to operate all its controls ta be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went inta it Setting the Clock Press and hold HR or MN until the time display begins to change Release the button as you get close to the correct time The time may be set anytime the clock is displayed There is two second delay before the clock goes into time set mode AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Plaver Also available is an AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player which includes four Bose amplified speakers See your dealer for details Flaving the Radio PWR Press this button lightly to release it from its recessed position The sy
206. nd of oil you have and some other things Instead ol irying to list everything here we ask that you contact your Cadillac dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area here are several different positions for the shift lever PARK P This locks the front wheels It s the best position to use when you start the engine because your vehicle can t move easily It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P range before starting the engine Your Cadillac has a brake transaxle shift interlock You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is in the RUN position If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P and release the shift lever button on the floor shift
207. ndex If the engine does not start with the duplicate key your vehicle needs service See vour Cadillac dealer for service It the THEFT SYSTEM PROBLEM message 15 displayed during vehicle operation your vehicle needs servicing Your vehicle will restart if you turn it off however your vehicle may be unprotected See your Cadillac dealer for service If an ignition key is lost or damaged see your Cadillac dealer or a locksmith to have a new key made 2 13 New Vehicle Break In Ignition Positions NOTICE NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t turn it be sure it is all the way in If it is then turn the steering wheel left and right while vou turn the key hard But turn the key only with vour hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service Your modern Cadillac doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if vou follow these guidelines Don t drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 804 Km Don t make full throttle starts Avoid making hard stops for the first 244 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings aren t vet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trai
208. nel on the passenger s side 1 23 When should an air bag inflate The air bag 15 designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system s designed threshold level If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level is about 9 to 15 mph 14 to 24 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air is not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply hecause of the damage to vehicle or because of what the repair costs were Inflation 15 determined by the angle of the impact and the vehicle s deceleration Vehicle damage is only one indication of this What makes an air bag inflate In a frontal or near frontal impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is suddenly stopping as a result of a crash The sensing system triggers a chemical reaction of the sodium azide sealed in the inflatar The reaction produces nitrogen gas which inflates the air bag The inflator air bag and related hardware are all
209. ngeability of parts and again for introducing the electric self starter electric lighting and ignition system on 1912 models Cadillac is the only American manufacturer to win this honor and the only manufacturer in the world to win it twice Few automobiles are fortunate enough to have the rich heritage that is Cadillac The name Cadillac 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 commonplace as standardized parts are today in 1908 parts were still individually hand fitted both in production and service vi 1914 V8 Engine 1949 Overhead Valve High Compression Va Engine 16 Engines 1930 1940 Standardization opened rhe eyes of the industrial world and was the cornerstone of modern assembly line production From this achievement 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 1910 when Cadillac became the first manufacturer to offer closed bodies as standard equipment The Penalty of Leadership first appeared in the January 2 1915 issue of The Saturday Evening Post as an expression of the Cadillac commitment to leadership quality and innovation It is widely regarded as one of the finest docum
210. ni Cigarette Lighter Full Console Only Rear Lighter L HDLPLO Left Low Beam Headlamp RHDLPLO LHDLPHI R HDLP HI SENSE Right Low Beam Headlamp Light Emitting Diode LED on Headlamp Switch Lett High Beam Headlamp Right High Beam Headlamp Heated Windshield Control Optional Headlamp Switch and Relay High Low Beam Control Relay Right and Left Low Beam 1 Bearn Right and Left High Beam Electronic Flasher Module Turn Hazard Module Right and Left Turn Lamps Back Up Lamps Right and Left Front Turn Lamps Right and Lett Repeater Lamps Export HAZARD Stoplamp Switch Centered High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL Turn Hazard Switch ABS Controller Stepper Motor Cruise Control Right and Left Rear Stoplamps Inadvertent Power Relay Outside Rearview Mirror Data Line Connector DLC Flash to Pass Module Daytime Running Lamp DRL Kelay Domestic Only Fog Lamp Relay Optional Headlamp Switch Right and Left Front Fog Lamps Optional Anti Lock Brake System Anti Slip Regulation 5 ABS ASR 5 Controller Rear Ignition Relay Front Fog Lamp Relay Rear Lamp Relay Export Controlled Power Back Up Relay Relay Domestic Only Accessory Relay Wiper Switch Cluster Wiper Motor Wiper Pump Sensor Rear Catalytic Converter CAT Rear Sensor Sensor Fron
211. not cool down turn off the engine and have it serviced before driving it again Severe engine damage can result from an overheated engine See Engine Overheating in the Index FUEL LEVEL VERY LOW 11 This message serves as a warning that the fuel level in the tank is critically low Stop for fuel immediately MONITORED SYSTEMS OK 1 This message only appears in the recall mode by pressing the RESET button It lets vou know that no other messages are stored or currently active PASS KEY NOT PROGRAMMED 31 This warning message displays when the PASS Key pellet information has not been programmed into your vehicle See your Cadillac dealership for service PCM FAULT 110 The circuit in the Powertrain Control Module has shorted or is loose when this message appears Have your Cadillac serviced by your dealership at once REDUCED ENGINE POWER 41 This message informs the driver that due to wheel slippage your vehicle is reducing engine power to compensate for the loss of traction Accelerating too fast causing the tires to spin is an example of when this message would display REMOVE KEY 70 This message will appear when the Personalized Automotive Security System PASS Key is unable to read the pellet on the ignition key or an improper key pellet has been inserted Wait for the DIC to display STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM REMOVE IGNITION KEY The instrument panel cluster will then run a timer a
212. not dead If you still cannot program it rotate the hand held transmitter end over end and try again The universal transmitter may not work with older garage door openers that do not meet current Federal Consumer Safety Standards If vou cannot program the transmitter after repeated attempts consult your Cadillac dealer Be sure to keep the original hand held transmitter in case you need to erase and reprogram the universal transmitter Note to Canadian Owners During programming the hand held transmitter may stop transmitting after one or two seconds If you are programming from one of these transmitters you should press and re press the button on the hand held transmitter every two seconds without ever releasing the button on the universal transmitter Release both buttons when the red light on the universal transmitter begins to flash rapidly Operating the Transmitter Press and hold the appropriate button on the universal transmitter The red light comes on while the signal is being transmitted Note that the effective transmission range of the universal transmitter may differ from the hand held transmitter and from one channel to another Also note that the universal transmitter is disabled when the VALET button inside of the glove box 15 activated For more information see Security Override earlier in this section Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the two outside buttons until the red lig
213. ns in the Maintenance Schedule After an oil change the Oil Life Indicator must be reset See Oil Life Indicator in the Index how to reset it CHANGE TRANS FLUID 47 This message will appear when it is time to replace the transaxle fluid system has determined that the transaxle fluid has reached 0 See the Maintenance Schedule booklet for the proper fluid and change intervals 2 79 CHECK BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 37 This message will display if the ignition is in the RUN position to inform the driver that the brake fluid level is low Check the brake reservoir level and add fluid as needed Have the brake system serviced by a Cadillac technician as soon as possible If the brake warning light is on Follow the directions in that part CHECK COOLANT LEVEL 02 This message will appear when there 15 a low level of engine coolant Have the cooling system serviced by a Cadillac technician as soon as possible CHECK FUEL GAGE 39 This message will appear when the fuel supply is less than four gallons 15 2 L and the display is turned off digital clusters only CHECK OTL LEVEL 36 For correct operation of the low oil sensing system your vehicle should be ona level surface A false CHECK OIL LEVEL message may appear if the vehicle is parked on grades The oil level sensing system does not check for actual oil level if the engine has been off for a short period of and the oil level 15 never sensed while the engine ts
214. ntil seat movement is complete Releasing the buttons will stop seat adjustment Automatic seat movement will occur if the Remote Kevless Entry RKE transmitter is used to enter the vehicle The number on the back of the transmitter corresponds to the or 2 seat position After the unlock button is pressed on the RKE transmitter and the key is placed in the ignition and turned on the seat will automatically adjust to the appropriate position Heated Front Seat Option The control 18 located in the center console Move the switch to LO or HI to turn on the heating elements in the seat The LO setting warms the seatback and cushion until the seat approximates body temperature The setting heats the seat to a slightly higher temperature A telltale light in the control reminds you that the heating system is in use The heated seats can only be used when the ignition 18 turned Reclining Front Seatbacks rearward to adjust the seatback Press the control forward or But don t have a seatback reclined your vehicle is moving Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even if vou buckle up your safety belts can t do their job when vou re reclined like this The shoulder belt can t do its job In crash vou could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over vour abdomen Th
215. o rough The disc should play when the road is smoother The disc is dirty scratched wet or loaded label side up The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again CD CHANGER DOOR OPEN is displayed when the CD changer door is left open Completely close the changer door to restore normal operation CD CHANGER NO DISCS is displayed when an empty magazine is inserted in the CD changer Try the magazine again with a disc loaded on one of the trays If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected please contact your dealer If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the prohlem Theft Deterrent Feature Your Cadillac has a built in theft deterrent feature on each radio that is automatic there is no programming required The radio in your Cadillac cannot be used in any other vehicle besides another Cadillac if it were to be removed Steering Wheel Controls for Audio 5ystem VOLUME Press the up arrow lever to increase the volume and the down arrow lever to decrease volume SELECT When listening to the radio press the up or down ATTER le ver to tune the next previous radio station factory presets which have not been reprogrammed with vour stations will be ignored When listening Lo cassette tape the up or down arrow lever can be used to SEEK forward and rearward through the tape Pressing the up or down ar
216. ode in the Index If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you e Climb a long hill on a hot day Stop after high speed driving Idle for long periods in traffic Tow a trailer If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam iry this for minute or l Turn off your air conditioner 2 Dial temperature control to the highest heat setting and open the window as necessary 3 lf you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving OVERDRIVE or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back 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 vou 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 Also see Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode listed previously in this section You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away 5 17 An electric fan under the hood start up even when the engine is not running and
217. off for a period of one or two seconds Lamps On Reminder You will hear a warning chime if you pull the key from the ignition while leaving the lamps on if the manual headlamp control is activated An exception to this is when you re using twilight sentinel Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work so be sure it isn t covered The DRL system will make the high beam headlamps come on at reduced brightness when the ignition is on the headlamp switch is off and the transaxle is not in PARK When DRL are on only your high beam headlamps at reduced brightness will be on No other exterior lamps such as the parking lamps taillamps etc will be on when the DRL are being used Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When it s dark enough outside the high beam headlamps at reduced intensity will change low beam headlamps When it s bright enough outside the regular lamps will go off and the high beam headlamps change to the reduced brightness of DRL To idle your vehicle with the DRL off turn off the twilight sentinel switch and shift the transaxle into PARK P Placing your vehicle in PARK P disah
218. ome things gas to explode People have been hurt doing this you should know Positive will go to positive Hio and negative will go to negative or a metal Li 1 lt 2 H MEYE peen blinded Use a flashlight if engine part Don t connect positive to negative you need more light or you Il get a short that would damage the battery and Be sure the battery has enough water You don t maybe other parts too need to add water to the Delco Freedom battery installed in every new GM vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you don t explosive gas could be present Fans or other moving engine parts can injure vou badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engines are running Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on vou If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 5 5 Don t ler the other end of the pasitive cable 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 7 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Don t let the other end of the negative cable tou
219. onomy and how far you can travel with the fuel remaining Press the AVG button to display the average mile per gallon AVG MPG You can also display it in metric units hy pressing the ENG MET button When AVG MPG is selected the total distance divided by the total fuel used 2 74 When the INST button Instantaneous Fuel Economy 15 selected you will see what the fuel economy 15 at that instant The computer takes a new reading twice every second It will show economy up to 70 miles per gallon 2 L per 100 km To reset the average fuel economy press the INFORMATION button until the AVG MPG is displayed on the DIC Press and hold the RESET button until both the fuel data center and DIC display reads 0 0 The RANGE display shows how far the computer thinks vou can travel with the fuel that is in the tank The computer does not know what driving conditions will be like for the rest of your trip so the range is estimated based on the recent fuel economy Therefore the range reading may change as your driving habits change Going from city to highway driving may increase the range reading lf the range display shows LO you should stop for fuel as soon as possible Your computer needs enough data for the RANGE reading to work Driver Information Center DIC The DIC display gives you the status of many of your vehicle s systems The DIC is used to display driver selectable information and warning status messages
220. operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move If they turned the ignition to on and moved the shift lever out of PARK P that would release the parking brake Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with voung children The square key is for the When a new Cadillac is delivered the dealer removes ignition only It has the plug from the door key The plug has a code on it resistor pellet which is that tells the dealer or a qualified locksmith how to part of the vehicle s make extra keys The ignition key has a bar code tag 55 system attached to it rather than a knock plug Your dealer or qualified locksmith can make extra ignition keys hy reading the bar code tag There are 15 alternative ignition PASS Key II blanks to help discourage theft Keep the bar code tag and the door key plugs in a safe place If you lose your keys you will be able to have new ones made using the plug or bar code tag NOTICE Your Cadillac has a number of new features that can help prevent theft You can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside and vou may have to damage your vehicle to get in Be sure you have extra keys The oval key is for the doors and all other locks adr Door Locks CAUTION Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out When a door is locked the ins
221. opyright General Motors Corporation 1995 All Rights Reserved i The PENALTY OF LEADERSHIP In every field of human endeavor he that 1 is first must perpetually live inthe white light of publicity Whether the leadership be vested in a man or in a manufactured pr emulation and envy are ever wirk art in literature music in industry the reward and the punishment are alw same dn rew M is DE Mein the punishment fierce denial and detraction When a man s work B etie nes 6 omes shafts oF me envious few If his work be merely fe does side it Tak artist inionplis paining qWhatsoever you i lar TE ess your work be stamped with the seal of genius Long long after eh ho or envious continue to out that it be done Spiteful little ites in the d n ain af art inst our own Whistler as a mountebank long after the big world had acclaimed him its us artisti ai d worship at the musical shrine of Wagner while the little group of those whom he had dethroned angadisp angrily that He was no musician at all The little world continued to protest that Fulton c build zrstez white the g world to the river banks to see his boat steam by leader is assailed da v header and the iin a y amp dded proof of that leadersh
222. or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t repaired well because of the size or location of the damage 6 39 Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance handling speed rating traction ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the sime size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belred or radial as your original tires 6 40 Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and vou could have a crash Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to vour vehicle Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all four wheels It s all right to drive with your compact spare t
223. ors with a key or use the manual door lock It activates only if you use a power door lock switch or the Keyless Entry system To avoid activating the alarm accident The vehicle should be locked with the door key after the doors are closed if you don t want to activate the theft deterrent system Always unlock a door with a key or use the Keyless Entry system Pressing the unlock button on the Keyless Entry transmitter disables the theft deterrent system Unlocking a door any other way will activate the alarm Cycling the ignition without disarming the theft deterrent svstem will also activate the alarm If you activate the alarm by accident unlock any door with your key You can also turn off the alarm hy using the Keyless Entry system The alarm won t stop if you try to unlock a door any other way Testing the Alarm 1 From inside the vehicle roll down the window then act out of the vehicle keeping the door open From outside of the vehicle with the door open lock the vehicle using the power doar lack or the Keyless Entry system and close the door Wait 30 seconds 3 Reach in and unlock the door using the manual lock and open the door The horn will sound and the headlamps 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 If the fuse does not need to be replaced vou
224. ou have to Lever out or If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift lever into the PARK P position hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward if you have the console shift lever without first pressing the button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P ee Shifting Out of PARK P Your Cadillac has a brake transaxle shift interlock You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition 15 in the RUN position See Automatic Transaxle in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P and also release the shift lever button on floor shift models as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want Press the shift lever hutton before moving the shift lever If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK try this 1 Turn the key to OFF Open and close the driver s door to turn off the Retained Accessory Power feature Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 Shift to NEUTRAL Start the vehicle and then shift to
225. ould be the windshield 1 10 ae nen or the instrument panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 0 1 1 Won t I be trapped in the vehicle after accident if I m wearing a safety belt You could whether you re wearing a safety belt or not But you can unbuckle a safety belt even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is greater if you are belred If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safetv belts Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only 40 they work witli safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered tor sale has required the use ol safety belts Even 1f you re in a vehicle that has air bags vou still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions hut especially in side and other collisions If m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts You may be an excellent driver but if you re in an a
226. ound the outboard end of each lower control arm Rear Towing Tow Limits 35 mph 56 kph 25 miles 40 km NOTICE Do not tow with sling type equipment or rear bumper valance damage will occur Use wheel lift or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage install a towing dolly and raise the vehicle until adequate clearance is obtained between the ground and or wheel lift equipment Do not attach winch cables or J hooks to suspension components when using car carrier equipment Always use R hooks inserted in the R hook slots un 1 Attach R hook chains to the R hook slots in the frame rails just ahead of the rear wheels on both sides These slots are to be used when loading and securing to car carrier equipment Attach separate safety chain around the end of each axle inboard of the spring 5 14 Engine Overheating You will find an ENGINE COOLANT HOT IDLE ENGINE message or a STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATED message on the DIC There is also an engine temperature warning light on the instrument panel See Engine Temperature Warning Light in the Index Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode Should a low coolant condition ex
227. our RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS vehicle However you can use SAE 5W 30 if it s going FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY COLD STARTING SELECT THE LOWEST gt he colder than 60 16 C before v mA SAE ott FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE to be colder than 60 F 16 C before your next change When it s very cold you should use SAE 5W 30 These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 NOTICE Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your 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 00 USE SAE 20 50 0 OTHER GRADE CIL RECOMMENDED 6 1 When to Change Engine Your Cadillac has an Oil Life Indicator This feature will let you know when to change your oil and filter usually between 3 000 miles 5 000 km and 7 500 miles 12 500 km since your last oil change Under severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 7 500 miles 12 300 km or 12 months whichever occurs first without an oil change The system won t detect
228. ownward Make sure that both latches are secure and fully engaged 3 Reinstall the clean air duct over the mass airflow sensor Make sure that the duct is secure around the entire outer edge of the sensor 4 Tighten the air duct clamp 5 Keconnect the IAT sensor Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Maintenance Schedule booklet Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause vou or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flames if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires vou could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off NOTICE If the air cleaner is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner in place when you re driving Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi
229. perature to a comfortable setting by pressing the blue button to cool your vehicle and pressing the red button to warm your vehicle Press the fan button arrows up or down to adjust the fan speed If you have the dual zone system press the AC button to turn the system on and then select the proper MODE to direct airflow The system will cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle Also while in the AUTO mode the system will use recirculation as necessary to the air You may also need to adjust the interior temperature Turn the TEMP knob clockwise to increase the temperature and counterclockwise to decrease temperature Adjust the fan speed as needed When the air conditioner is you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle s engine speed and power This 15 normal because the system is designed to cycle the compressor on and off to keep the desired temperature Heating With the ECC system press the AUTO ECON button to direct airflow out of the floor outlets and to help save fuel Adjust the temperature if necessary by pressing the blue button to decrease temperature and pressing the red button to increase temperature Also remember to adjust the fan speed by pressing the up or down arrow If you have the dual zone system press the MODE button to select heater This will direct airflow out of the floor outlets Adjust the interior temperature to your comfort level by turning the TEMP knob clockwise to inc
230. ping your Cadillac during a trip for instance the TIMER feature will automatically start timing where it left off when you last stopped To reset it press and hold the INFO RESET button until the display reads TIMER 00 00 00 Press the INFO button to exit from the TIMER function 2 77 Oil Life Left Reset Press the INFO button to display the OIL LIFE LEFT then press and hold the INFO RESET button until 100 OIL LIFE LEFT is displayed English Metric Reset Press the INFO button to display ENGLISH METRIC RESET then press the INFO RESET button to select The display will change from English miles to metric kilometers TRIP RESET By using this button you can tell how far you ve gone since you last set the TRIP RESET back to zero To reset press and hold the button until zeros appear If your vehicle is domestic the trip odometer will return to zero after 999 9 miles 1 609 km If your vehicle is Canadian the trip odometer will return to zero after 1 999 9 km 1 242 miles INFO Pressing this button repeatedly will display the RANGE MPG AVG MPG INST FUEL USED AVG MPH TIMER OIL LIFE LEFT BATTERY VOLTS and ENGLISH METRIC RESET FUEL DOOR Press this button to open the fuel door TRUNK Press this button to open the trunk 2 78 Driver Information Center Messages These messages will appear if there is a problem sensed in one of your vehicle s systems Vehicles that are first sold in Canada will have a number af
231. product Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap For stubborn stains use GM Vinyl Leather Cleaner or equivalent product Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish an leather Soiled leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces 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 Cleaning Wood Panels Use clean cloth moistened in warm soapy water use mild dish washing soap Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth Cleaning Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently so that the speaker won t be damaged Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap If something gets on one of them and you need to use a solvent follow these steps Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean dull knife or scraper Use very little cleaner light pressure and clean cloths preferably cheesecloth Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain feathering toward the center Keep changing to a clean section of the cloth When you clean a stain from fabric im
232. r headlamps can light up only so much road ahead Inremote 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 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same 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 less trouble adjusting to night But if you re driving don t wear sunglasses at night They may cut down glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a ro
233. r other damage When you re stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Don t spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h as shown on the ii speedometer them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too Don t use tire chains on your compact spare 1 Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking your vehicle to get it out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels You should turn your traction control system off See Traction Control System in the Index Then shift back and forth between REVERSE and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the 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 NOTES Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of 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 informa
234. r vehicle may be equipped with GM MAGNASTEER system that continuously adjusts the effort you feel when steering at all vehicle speeds It provides ease when parking yet a firm solid feel at highway speeds Speed Sensitive Steering SSS Eldorado Only This system varies the amount of steering effort proportionate to your vehicle speed Steering is easier at lower speed for maneuvering and parking ease As your vchicle speed increases the steering effort also increases At highway speeds the amount of steering effort is increased 10 provide manual like steering for maximum control and stability Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels If there s no traction inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction If you ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet you ll understand this 4 10 The traction you can get in curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve 1s banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you control Suppose you
235. r will appear on the display 4 The sound will mute When it returns release the button Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return PSCAN Press and hold SCAN for two to three seconds until PSCAN preset scan appears on the display to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds factory presets which have not been reprogrammed with your stations will be ignored The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons stop for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press SCAN again to stop scanning If a preset station has weak reception the radio will not stop at the preset station Setting the Tone BASS Press this button lightly so it extends Turn the BASS knob clockwise to increase and counterclockwise decrease bass The middle position 15 a detent TREB Press this button lightly so it extends Turn the TREB knob clockwise to increase and counterclockwise to decrease treble The middle position is a detent Push the knobs back in when you are not using them Adjusting the 5peakers BAL Press this button lightly so it extends Turn the BAL knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position is a detent and balances the speakers the knob clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise for left speakers FADE Press this button lightly so it extends Turn the FADE knob to move the sound to
236. raction grades from highest to lowest are A B and C and 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 tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straightahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction 6 41 Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test 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 all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 109 Grades A and B represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required hy law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced
237. rake pedal Remove the key and take it with you If you can down set the parking brake leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your 5 Move the imition key to LOCK hand your vehicle is in PARK P a f 6 Remove the key and take it with you If you can Console Shift Lever leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your I Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot hand your vehicle is in PARK Leaving Your Vehicle With the Torque Lock Engine Running If are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it ditficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into PARK P properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting Into PARK in the Index It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could If torque lock does occur you may need to have another overheat and even catch fire You or others couid vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the pressure from the transaxle so you can pull the shift engine running unless y
238. re 2 4 Option FUSE 2522855 6 54 Remote Control Mirror 2 49 Retained AccesSOTY 2 15 S ab ck o eens nee D Sen Luci uvis xv rez EX RO Vou 4 10 Seeing a en ani and 6 23 PIMPS 2 29 lutis os i Lumber Controls 2 1 4 Memory wx ed acu a ate 1 3 Pregnancy Use of Safety Belts 1 27 Problems on the Road DUCIMUS I Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 5 Publications Service and Owner Pull Down Feature Automatic 2 10 Ric Reception EAE 3 34 irasa arai tado 3 14 3 18 3 26 Rain Driving In 4 17 Hrs WIDOIS ee ee reese eee eh ee ees 2 33 C SU RIS gra Ce Bp er 2 15 Reiding 2 43 Rear Compartment Fuse 6 60 Quiside Seat 1 28 1 28 Storage ae tate me EAE 2 51 Mu M aea alt SEI a ER 5 9 5 13 Window Defogger UE d V Rearvie
239. re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both contral systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Unless your traction control system is on adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that vou should adjust your speed Of course the posted 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 as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child darts out from between parked cars and 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 the problem Your Cadillac
240. rease temperature and counterclockwise to decrease temperature If the fan speed needs adjusting press the up or down arrow With each system outside air will be brought in and sent through the floor outlets The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it C Mn9 Ventilation System Your Cadillac s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running The front outlets are located in the center and at each side of the instrument panel You can adqust the direction of airflow by moving the center control levers or you can stop the airflow by moving the lever located each side of the outlets downward The direction of airflow for the rear seats can also be adjusted Move the FAN lever to adjust the blower speed from LO to HI Move the VENT lever to direct airflow toward the upper or floor outlets Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of the windows e When you enter a vehicle in cold weather adjust the fan to the highest speed for a few moments before driving off This helps clear the intake outlets of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of the
241. right sunny days cold weather the airflow may come out of the A C outlets A C mode to maintain comfort and prevent stuffiness If your vehicle is sitting on a hot day and you have it set on AUTO the air will first flow out the floor air outlets for a few seconds That is normal This is to expel hot air in the air outlets As the air is cooled the airflow will move through the A C outlets If you start your vehicle with the fan setting on HI it will skip the Purge To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather the system will delay turning on the fan until warm air is available The length of delay depends on the outside air temperature engine coolant temperature or the time since the engine was last started As the coolant warms up the blower fan speed will gradually increase and air will flow from the heater outlets with some airflow to the windshield to prevent fogging under most normal conditions If you leave your vehicle the system will remember the control setting the next time you start your engine except for recirculation and defrost Each ignition cycle cancels recirculation whereas DEFROST will change to AUTO when the ignition is shut off and then tumed back on Manual Operation RECIRCULATION Press this button to limit the amount of fresh air entering your vehicle This is helpful when you are trying to cool the air quickly or limit odors entering your vehicle In the AUTO mode the syst
242. rips safer and more enjoyable Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then Know how to go down hills The most important have poor braking or even none going down a hill thing to know is this let your engine do some of the You could crash Always have your engine running slowing down Shift to lower gear when you go and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill down a steep or long hill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better If Vou don t shift down brakes could get ET Stay your own lane when driving on two lane hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let your engine assist vour brakes on a steep downhill slope roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let vou stay im your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may see highway s
243. rne Cha Check Brake Fluid Level Message Check Coolant Level Check Fuel Gage Message Tes Check Oil Level Message T Check Washer Fluid Message Checking Your Restraint Systems Chemical Paint 5 T RR RC Child Restraints Securing in Rear Outside Seat Position Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position Securing in the Right Front Seat Position Top Strap Wheto Pub sees Chrome Wheels Cleaning Cigarette Lighter Circuit Breakers and Fuses Cleaner Air mo m mod m mu d homo b Bod kb B a i Bd i m d kh Bd rp a d b x i b b b md b Bow bd opo Ro eR 9 8 RR amp amp amp B md B Pea boR mob SSH B bs ped poe ap eee gjuan ee ee X P xoa A ER 8 404 4 4 ob d domo Lm o s 5 bom wo om oW Bo o domom a ku km m ow om moaon amp od om od4ox B no o GR 9o mom oh 4 ob om 4 ob Rm d de Rd FORTES CTEU y M B mbs don Bodo 4 m m pon wo mom b mw o 4 tat ons d oe R89 R4 POR RR RA B ing System Indicator Light Xx 6 45 Aluminum or Chrome
244. ront passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of a rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier about the top strap if the child restraint has one L Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint MM 5 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is 6 Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the retractor to set the lock safetv belt quickly if you ever had to Larger Children 7 To tighten the belt feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint 8 Push and pull the child restraint in different oan restraints should directions to be sure it is secure
245. row lever when listening to a CD will cause the player to go to the next or previous selection Understanding Radio Reception FM Steren FM stereo will give you the best sound But FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 t0 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to come and go AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however cause stations to interfere with each other pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it js too late Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound Sound that seems normal be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions hy adjusting the volume control on vour radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it QM I help avoid hearing loss or damage e Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting e Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before vou add any sound equipment to your vehicle like tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can add what you want If you can it s very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine Cadillac ra
246. rs may present their case to an impartial third party arbitrator The arbitrator will make a decision which you may accept or reject If you accept the decision GM will he bound by that decision The entire dispute resolution procedure should ordinarily take about 40 days from the time you file a claim until a decision is made Some state laws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state run arbitration program or in the courts For further information contact the BBB at 1 800 955 5100 or the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 458 8006 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Tratfic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open investigation and if it finds 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 contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9303 or 366 D123 in the Washington D C area or write 11 5 Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety fro
247. running If the CHECK OIL LEVEL message appears and your vehicle has been parked on level ground with the engine off for at least 30 minutes the oil level should be 2 80 checked by observing the oil dipstick Prior to checking the oil level be sure the engine has been off for five minutes and vour vehicle is on a level surface Then check the dipstick and add oil if necessary See Engine Onl in the Index CHECK WASHER FLUID 25 This message will appear for several seconds indicating that you need washer solvent CRUISE ENGAGED 43 This message will appear for a few seconds when you select a speed at which to cruise DOOR OPEN 141 The passenger s door is open or ajar when this message appears The vehicle s engine must be running and the transaxle not in PARK for this message to display chime will also sound when the vehicle s speed 15 greater than 5 mph 8 1 km h DRIVER DOOR OPEN 140 This message will display when the vehicle 15 being shifted out of PARK P with the engine running to signal that the driver s door is open or ajar A chime will also sound when the vehicle s speed is greater than 5 mph 8 1 km h ENGINE COOLANT HOT IDLE ENGINE 44 This message will appear when the engine coolant temperature is over 248 F 126 C To avoid added strain on a hot engine turn off the climate control system Stop and allow your vehicle to idle until it cools down or the message is removed If it does
248. rust or dirt off Never use oil or grease studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 7 Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel 15 held against the hub 9 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly In a CTISS CPOSS sSEquernee ds show n 8 Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise Lower the jack completely Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get the right kind Slop somewhere as soon vou can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to LOO lb ft 140 storing the Flat Tire and Tools NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification Storing a jack 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 Don t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare in the proper place lire It won t fit Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat
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250. s book you will find these notices These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CALITION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you will find on your vehicle For example These symbols These symbols These symbols These symbols Here are some these symbols are important have to do with on some of used on other symbols are used on an for you and your lights vour controls warming and VOU sec original battery vour passengers indicator lights VE IERI MASTER Fl WINDSHIELD CAUTION driven LIGHTING WIPER POSSIBLE SWITCH Xs ENGINE INJURY i PROTECT TURN aus ae WINDSHIELD EYES BY WASHER SHIELDING PARKING CAUSTIC LAMPS BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE us BURNS WARNING FLASHER AVOID SPARKS OR POWER CMM NN DAYTIME 4 RUNNING 7 ENGINE OIL LAMPS PRESSURE oe D VENTILATING AIR BAG Y ros umes 2 FAN BRAKES ABS xiii WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER NOTES xiv Section 1 Seats Restraint Systems Here you ll find information about the seats in your Power Seats Cadillac and how to use your safety belts properly You can also learn about some things you should net do with air bags and safety bel
251. s for a few seconds factory presets which have not been reprogrammed with your stations will be ignored The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons stop for a few seconds then on to the next preset station Press SCAN again to stop scanning If a preset station has weak reception the radio will not stop at the preset station Setting the Tone BASS Press this button lightly so it extends Turn the BASS knob clockwise to increase and counterclockwise decrease bass The middle position is a detent Press this button lightly so it extends Turn the TREB knob clockwise to increase and counterclockwise to decrease treble The middle position is a detent Push the knobs back in when you are not using them DSP The Digital Signal Processing DSP feature is used to produce four audio effects These include TALK DRIVER SEAT LIVE and AUDTTORIUM DSP can be used while listening to the radio the cassette tape player or the CD player To activate DSP press the DSP button Press this button again to go through the four effects To turn the DSP feature off press OFF TALK This setting is used when listening to non musical material such as baseball games talk shows or news TALK gives the best clarity of spoken words The high and low frequencies are lowered the mid range 1s increased and the audio is moved to the front speakers DRIVER SEAT This setting adjusts the audio to giv
252. se the round end of the door key ar a coin to pry open the transmitter Remove the battery and replace it with a CR2032 battery Using the wrong size battery can damage the transmitter Make sure the battery is positioned with the plus facing down Align the internal pieces of the transmitter including the cover Snap together to reinstall Trunk It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid e Make sure all windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on AUTO or ECON and the temperature between 65 F 18 C and 85 F 29 C That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index e If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way 5ee Engine Exhaust in the Index Trunk Lock Release Option 1 To use this feature your vehicle must he in PARK P Press the TRUNK release button located above the radio on the Driver Information Center to open the trunk You can also press the trunk button on the Keyless Entry transmitter to access the trunk compartment If you do not have the full conso
253. sert the cassette at least six times to ensure thorough cleaning scrubbing action cleaning cassette 15 available through your Cadillac dealer You may also choose a non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaning cassette will not eject It may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure that the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced 3 35 Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Power Antenna Mast Care Your power antenna will look its best and work well if it s cleaned from time to time To clean the antenna mast 1 on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna 2 Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or equivalent solvent 3 Wipe the cloth over the mast sections removing any dirt 4 Wipe dry with a clean cloth Make the antenna up and down by turning the radio or ignition
254. sh you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a helt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask vour dealer to fix it The belt is twisted across the body 1 19 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR Svstem This part explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR system or air bag system Your Cadillac has two air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way ll you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and vour vehicle bi S You can be severely injured or killed crash you aren t wearing vour safety belt even if vou have an air bag Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it The air bag is only a supplemental restraint That is it works with safety belts but doesn t replace them Air bags are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes Everyone in your vehicle including the driver should wear a safety belt properly whether or not
255. st rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Maintenance Schedule booklet for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index Rust or dirt a wheel on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency vou can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the tread wear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber e The tread or sidewall is cracked cut
256. starting to f you re being passed make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you Perhaps vou can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your Cadillac s three control systems In the braking skid your wheels aren t rolling In the steering or cornering skid too much speed or steering in curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force And in the acceleration skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal Remember Any traction control system helps avoid only the acceleration skid If your traction control system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way
257. stem will turn Press the button again turn the system off VOL Turn the knob clockwise to increase the volume Turn it counterclockwise to decrease the volume The volume level will appeur on the display DSPL Press this button to display the station being played or the time of day Finding a Station AM Press this button to select AM and preset stations 2 Press this button to select or FM2 and preset stations TUNE SEER Press this button to activate the radio to choose higher or lower radio stations Press and hold this button until you hear chime Release the button to begin seeking to the next higher or lower radio station and then stop If you press and hold TUNE SEEK for longer than two seconds after the chime sounds the radio will be in tune fast mode Release the button when you Want to stay at radio station SCAN Press this button and SCAN will appear on the display Use SCAN ro listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds rhen go on to the next station Press this button Lo stop scanning PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FMI and six FM2 1 Press AM or EM to select the band 2 Find the station vou want by pressing TUNE SEEK 3 Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons until you hear chime preset numbe
258. suspension control system has accurred when this message appears The PCM determines the speed your vehicle is limited to Have your Cadillac serviced if this message appears VERY LOW REFRIGERANT A C COMPRESSOR OFF 12 This message means that the air conditioning system detects a refrigerant level that is low enough to cause damage to the A C compressor To avoid damage the A C compressor automatically turns off and the Electronic Climate Control will automatically switch from AUTO to ECON and remain there Have the A C system serviced if this message appears Traction Active Oil Life Indicator When your traction control system is limiting wheel spin the TRACTION ACTIVE message will be displayed displayed so adjust your driving accordingly This message will stay on for a few seconds after the traction control system stops limiting wheel spin Road Sensing Suspension The Road Sensing Suspension RSS and the optional Continuous Variable Road Sensing Suspension CV RSS automatically adjust the ride of your vehicle with the CV RSS having a wider range of control Automatic ride control is achieved through the RS5 controller a computer used to control and monitor the suspension system The controller receives inputs from various sensors to determine the proper system response This feature lets you know when to change the engine If the controller detects a prohlem within the system oil It s based on the engine oil t
259. t When you finish programming the door locks the next prompt to appear is for the vehicle storage mode For more information on vehicle storage see Battery Guard Storage later in this section Anti Lockout Feature Leaving your key in any ignition position with the driver s door open will disable the use of the power door lock switches The anti lockout feature is disabled when the ignition is on If you close the door you can lock it using the Kevless Entry system It is always recommended that you remove your ignition key when locking your vehicle Note that this feature is only available with the driver s door open Also note that the anti lockout feature can be overridden by holding the power door lock switch for three seconds or longer Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle open the door set the locks from the inside get out and close the door 4 Kevless Entrv Svstem This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Lo Eg Operation is subject to the following two conditions With this feature vou can 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and lock and unlock the doors 2 This device must accept any interference received unlock the trunk open the including interference that may cause undesired operation fuel door and turn your apta arce Should interference to this system occur try this vehicle s interior lamps from up to 30
260. t CAT Front Sensor FUEL PUMP Engine Pressure Indicator PCM Fuel Pump Relay Fuel Pump Injectors 2 3 5 8 Stepper Motor Cruise Control Park Neutral Position Switch Back Up Lamps Electrochromatic Mirror Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI Electronic Ignition Control ogni PCM IGN 6 57 Transaxle Shift Solenoids Mass Airflow Low Refrigerant Cutoff Switch Canister Purge PCM Linear Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR Power Steering Press Switch Front Ignition 1 Relay AC Compressor Relay Cooling Fan Relays 1 2 3 Compressor Do not alter II related fuses or circuit breakers 6 58 MaxiFuse Relay Center The MaxiFuses and relays are located next to the engine compartment fuse block on the driver s side of the engine If a MaxiFuse should blow have your vehicle serviced by your Cadillac dealer immediately Real Time Dampening RTD Fuse Convenience Fuse BATT Relay Fog Lamp DRL Fuse Fuse Headlamp Wash Fuse Hazard Fuse Mirror Fuse Export Antenna Fuse Park Headlamp Fuse Right and Left Lamp Relay Right and Left High Beam Fuse Right and Left Park Fuse Low Beam Fuse Stop Fuse BODY 2 Defog Relay Pull Down Fuse Rear Ignition 1 Relay Wiper Right and Left Heated Seat Fuse Fuse Relay Ignition 1 Fuse Electronic Level Control ELC Supplemental Inflatable Restraint F
261. t in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to place that collects used oil you have problem properly disposing of your used oil ask vour dealer a service station or a local recycling center for help 6 12 ee Disconnect the Intake Air Temperature LAT sensor from the base of the air cleaner 2 With a screwdriver loosen the air duct clamp which is located at the mass airflow sensor end of the air duct The air filter is located next to the windshield washer fluid reservoir on the driver s side of the engine Be sure the engine has cooled before Iollowing these steps to replace the air filter 3 Disconnect the air duct from the mass airflow sensor 4 Unhook both air cleaner cover latches One latch 15 located near the radiator hose shown and the other latch is located next to the LAT sensor Pivot the air cleaner and air duct assembly towards the front of the vehicle Remove the cover Take the air filter and remove any loose debris that may be found laying in the air cleaner base Install a new air filter element See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index Follow these steps to reinstall the air cleaner assembly 1 Slide the air cleaner lid into the slots in the front edge of the air cleaner base Pivot the air cleaner cover and the air duct assembly d
262. t lever is put in FIRST 1 the transaxle won t shift into gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough NOTICE 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 transaxle Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could cause overheating and damage the transaxle Use vour brakes to hold vour vehicle in position on a hill Parking Brake Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot to set the parking brake If the ignition 15 on the PARK BRAKE indicator light will come on If you try to drive off with the parking brake on the PARK BRAKE indicator light stays See Parking Brake Indicator Light in the Index for more information When you move out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N if the engine is running the parking brake should release it doesn t you can manually release the parking brake JI I M If vour hand or arm is in the way of the pedal you could be hurt The pedal springs back quickly Keep vour hand and arm away when you use the manual release lever NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause vour rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle
263. t the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take much fluid generally less than a pint 0 5 1 6 18 Don t overfill We recommend you use only fluid labeled III because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON II is not covered by your new vehicle warranty After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way How to Reset Transaxle Fluid Change Indicator Your vehicle is equipped with a transaxle fluid change indicator A CHANGE TRANS FLUID message will display on the Driver Information Center DIC when the powertrain computer determines that the transaxle fluid needs to be changed When this message appears change the transaxle fluid and reset the transaxle fluid life indicator as follows 1 Tum the ignition on with the engine stopped 2 Press and hold the OFF and rear defog buttons on the climate control at the same time until the TRANS FLUID RESET message appears on the DIC See your Maintenance Schedule booklet for more information Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with new DEX COOL orange colored silicate free engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 100 000 m
264. tem Warning Light ANTI LOCK ses With the anti lock brake system one of these lights will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on turn the ignition off Or if the light comes on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays or comes on again while you re driving your Cadillac needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on you don t have anti lock brakes and there s a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light earlier in this part The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem ee Traction Control System Warning Light This warning light should come on briefly as you start the engine If the warning light doesn t come on then TRACTION have it fixed so it will be CONTROL ready to warn vou if there s a prablem If it stays on or comes on when vou re driving there may be a problem with your traction control system and your vehicle may need service When this warning light is on the system will not limit
265. ter each message This number helps to identify the message which is only displayed in English A C OFF FOR ENGINE PROTECTION 16 This message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature To avoid added strain on a hot engine the air conditioning compressor is automatically turned off so that air conditioned air is not delivered If the coolant temperature returns to normal you must select AC to return to a normal A C compressor operation If this message continues to appear have the system repaired as soon as possible to avoid compressor damage APPLY BRAKE TO SHIFT 46 This message will appear if your vehicle is in PARK P for about 15 seconds and the brake is not pressed in Remove the message by holding the OFF and the blue cooler button on the Electronic Climate Control panel for about five seconds Hold the same two buttons again to redisplay the message BATTERY 07 This message will appear if the battery 15 not being charged Have the electrical system checked by your Cadillac dealership at your earliest convenience BATTERY VOLTS HIGH 08 This message shows that the electrical charging system is overcharging more than 16 volts To avoid being stranded have the electrical system checked by your Cadillac dealership You can reduce the charging overload by using the accessories Turn on the lamps and radio set the climate control on AUTO and the fan spe
266. tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers So please read this section carefully before vou pull a trailer Load pulling components such as the engine transaxle wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder against the drag of the added weight The engine 1s required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements 4 32 If You Do Decide To Pull Trailer If you do here are some important points There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving good source for this information can he state or provincial police e Consider using a control You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could damaged 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 parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted
267. the VOL FADE BAL TREB and BASS controls just as you do for the radio Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted The display will show TAPE with an arrow to indicate which side of the tape 1s playing PLAY will appear on the display when a tape is playing If an error occurs while trying to play a cassette tape could be that The cussette lape is tight and the cassette player cannot turn the hubs af the tape Hald the cassette tape with the open end down and try turning the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil Flip the tape over repeat If the hubs do not turn easily your cassette tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player Try a new tape to be sure your player is working properly The cassette tape is broken Check to see if your is broken Try a new tape Note that cassette tape adapter kits for portable compact disc players will not work in vour cassette player These adapters will cause an error message to show on the display and the adapter cassette will be ejected Press this button to switch from radio or CD to cassette tape play Press AM or FM 1 2 to switch to the radio SEEK Press the forward arrow to search for the next selection on the tape Press the backward arrow to search for the previous selection on the tape KEP will appear on the display Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for SEEK
268. the front or rear speakers The middle position is a detent and balances the speakers Turn the knob clockwise to adjust the sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise for rear speakers Push the knobs back in when you re not using them Plaving a Cassette Tape With the radio on insert a cassette tape The tape will begin playing as soon as it is inserted While the tape is playing use the VOL FADE BAL TKEB and BASS controls just as you do for the radia Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted The display will show TAPE with an arrow to indicate which side of the tape 15 playing PLAY will appear on the display when a tape is plaving If an error occurs while trying to play a cassette tape it could be that The cassette tape is tight and the cassette player cannot turn the hubs of the tape Hold the cassette tape with the open end down and try turning the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil Flip the tape over and repeat If the hubs do not turn easily your cassette tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player Try new tape to be sure your player is working properly 3 16 The cassette tape is broken Check to see if your tape is broken Try new tape Note that cassette tape adapter kits for portable compact disc players will not work in your cassette player These adapters will cause an error message to show on the display and the adapter cassette wi
269. there s an air bag for that person Air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you re too close to an inflating air bag it could seriously injure vou Safety belts help keep you in position for an air bag inflation in a crash Always wear your safety belt even with an air bag The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle An inflating air bag can seriously injure small children Always secure children properly in vour vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children and the caution label on the right front passenger s safety belt 1 21 There is an air bag How the Air Bag System Works readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG AIR BAG The system checks the air electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information Where is the air bag The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel Don t put anything on or attach anything to the steering wheel or instrument panel Also don t put anything such as pets or objects between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel If something is between an occupant and an air bag it could affect the performance of the air bag or worse it could cause injury The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument pa
270. til salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Keep your traction control system on It improves your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has a traction control system you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions See Traction Control System in the Index 4 26 Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stahility when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have the anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that
271. tion BAC of someone who is drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association 180 Ib 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a of about 0 06 percent The person would reach the same by drinking three 4 ounce 120 ml glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 1 2 ounces 45 ml of a liquor like whiskey gin or vodka Its the amount of 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 would be close to 0 12 percent person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in many U S states sets the legal limit at a of 0 10 percent In growing number of U S states and throughout Canada the limit is 0 08 percent In some other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for a
272. tion about your vehicle and a part devoted to its appearance care Service Your Cadillac dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it We hope you ll go to your dealer for all vour service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people We hope you ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to get the proper Cadillac service manual It tells you much more about how to service your Cadillac than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Cadillac in the Index You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record in the Maintenance Schedule booklet You be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Besure you have sufficient knowledge experience and the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If vou use the wrong fasteners parts can later
273. tire repaired or replaced After you ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle you ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk NOTICE Put the flat tire in the trunk so the side that faces out when it is on the vehicle is facing down The full size tire will not fit down into the well Place it so the front is in the well and the rear is out of the well Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare you could damage the cover or the compact spare 5 33 Secure the tire with the stud cap that was used to hold Storing the Spare Tire and Tools the compact spare in place Store the cover as far forward as possible Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See the storage instructions label to replace your compact spare into your trunk properly RETAINER SPARE TIRE COVER WHEEL WAENCH Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa
274. ts Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the power seats how to adjust them and also about reclining front seatbacks lumbar adjustments head restraints heated seats and seatback latches The power seat controls are located on the outboard side Power Lumbar Control Option of the front seat cushion The lumbar control is located on the outboard side of each front seat After you have made your desired seating adjustments move the lumbar control to the maximum up and out position Move the front of the control in the direction of the arrows to adjust the front portion of the cushion up or down Move the rear of the control in the direction of the arrows to adjust the rear portion of the cushion up or down Lift up or push down on both outer arrows at the same time to move the entire seat up or down e To move the whole seat forward or backward slide the control in the direction of the center arrow To do this press the control forward to increase support and upward to raise the support mechanism To adjust the back support press the control down and rearward Keep in mind that as your seating position changes as it may during long trips so should the position of your lumbar support Adjust the seat as needed Memory Seat Option Adjust the driver s seat to a comfortable position and then press the SET button Within five seconds press button 1 second seating
275. ts in the trunk which may shift or slide during driving could damage your CD changer Protect your CD changer by using the convenience net whenever possible Place large objects in the trunk appropriately so that they will not come into contact with the CD changer You must first load the magazine with dises before vou can play a compact dise Each of the 12 trays holds one disc Press the burton on the back of the magazine and pull gently on one of the trays Load the trays from bottom to top placing disc on the tray label side down If you load disc label side up the disc will not play and an error will occur Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot Repeat this procedure for loading up to 12 discs in the magazine Once you have loaded the discs in the magazine slide open the door of the compact disc CD changer Push the magazine into the changer in the direction of the arrow marked on top of the magazine Close the door by sliding it all the way to the left H the door 1s left partially open the changer will not operate and an error will occur When the door is closed the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine This will continue for up to one and a half minutes depending on the number of discs loaded To eject the magazine from the player slide the CD changer door all the way open The magazine will automatically eject Remember to keep the door closed whenever possible to keep
276. ts warm Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause vour battery to drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Engine Coolant Heater Option To use the coolant heater Canada Only 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet 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 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle 4 Aller you ve used the coolant heater he sure Lo Automatic Transaxle lt peration store the cord as it was before to keep it away a A from moving engine parts If vou don t it could The automatic transaxle may have either a shift lever i located on the steering column or on the console between the seats How long should you keep the coalant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside temperature the ki
277. tte tape adapter kits for portable compact disc players will not work in your cassette player These adapters will cause an error message ta show on the display and the adapter cassette will be ejected TAPE Press this button to switch from radio or CD to cassette tape play Press AM or FM 1 2 to switch to the radio SEEK Press the forward arrow to search for the next selection on the tape Press the backward arrow to search for the previous selection on the rape REP will appear on the display Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for SEEK to work The sound will be muted while seeking REV Press this left arrow button to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play while the tape reverses and REV will appear on the display You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in REV mode Press this right arrow button to advance quickly to another part of the tape Press the button again to return to plaving speed The radio will play while the tape advances and FWD will appear on the display You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in FWD mode SIDE Press this button to change the side of the tape that is playing SCAN Press this button SCAN will appear on the display until the next selection is found and then PLAY will appear on the display Use SCAN to listen to selections
278. uid reaches a low level Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous A bad mud splash can block your vision and you could hit another vehicle or go off the road Check the washer Fluid level often Cruise Control Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding SET CRUISE WIPER mi roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can he 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 With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise 40 km h control will automatically disengage See Traction Control System in the Index When road conditions Cruise control shuts off when you apply your brakes allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on Press the SET CRUISE button at the end of the lever and release it The CRUISE ENGAGED message will display on the DIC Setting Cruise Control If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise vou might hit a button an
279. ur rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply vour regular brakes but do not shift into PARK P 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then shift into PARK P firmly and apply your parking brake 5 Release the regular brakes When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you Start vour 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 and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine ail belt cooling system and brake adjustment Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight 4 37 N
280. urge tank pressure cap even little when the engine and radiator are hot When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the full cold mark which is 2 5 inches 60 mm below the base of the fill neck Use a flashlight as necessary to see into the tank Sr Adding Coolant urge Tank Pressure Cap If you need more coolant add the proper mix af the sirge rank bur only when the engine is cool NOTICE The surge tank cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up 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 hot engine If the surge tank pressure cap needs to be replaced a 2 2 RoR General Motors cap is recommended When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is tight Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature If your thermostat needs to be replaced a General Motors thermostat is recommended Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located next the coolant surge tank on the passenger s side of the engine
281. use Rear Defog Fuse Heated SIR Fuse pec WINDOWS Delayed Accessory Bus DAB Controlled Power Relay Relay Controlled Power Back Up Relay Mirror Fuse Platform E Relay Driver and Passenger Module Fuse Radio Phone gi M Vani p and Fuse Cluster Fuse AMP Fuse assenger Up Down Relays Memory Seat Module Driver and Comfort Fuse P assenger Power Seat Switch Ignition 0 Body Fuse RTD Fuse Ignition 0 Engine Fuse Anti Lock Brake System ABS Fuse Fuse Console Inadvertent Power Relay Brushless Blower Motor Interior Lamps Fuse Cigarette Lighter Fuse ae Kear Compartment Fuse Block The fuse block is located on the front wall of the trunk Starter Enable Relay Park Neutral behind the rear seat on the driver s side Loosen the Position Switch Crank Fuse four trunk trim fasteners and pull the trim away from the Injector and 2 Fuse Engine fuse block to gain access Control System ECS Fuse PCM Fuse DTS Fuse Ignition 1 Fuse ACC Fuse IGN 1 Front Ignition 1 Relay Oxygen T im CLIIETER Sensor and 2 Fuse Fuel Fuse cp pM r Cruise Fuse 2657 ge Hit Se ORAE BATT 1 Starter Relay PCM Fuse AC EIE p Ed iie Compressor Fuse MAMES NOU WS A XN p peces haan oe BRAKES ABS Bra
282. utton to remove a tape The radio will play Eject may be activated with the radio off if the ignition is on Cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio off but they will not start playing until the PWR button is turned on Press PWR or turn the ignition key OFF to stop the cassette tape player The tape will stay in the player and resume play at the point where it stopped CLN This message may appear on the display If it does your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation 3 17 Bose AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Digital Signal Processing Option Plaving the Radio PWR Press this button lightly to release it from its recessed position The system will turn on Press the button again to turn the svstem off VOL Turn the knob clockwise to increase the volume Turn it counterclockwise to decrease the volume The volume level will appear on the display Findin
283. view mirror Press the button at the base of the mirror to turn on the automatic feature The button has an indicator light to show it is on Press the button to turn the automatic feature off This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you A photocell on the back of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside Another photocell built into the mirror surface senses when headlamps are behind you At night when the glare is too high the mirror will gradually darken to reduce glare this change may take a few seconds The mirror will return to its clear daytime state when the glare is reduced 2 45 Time Delay This feature prevents rapid changing of the mirror from the night mode to the day mode as you drive under lights and through traffic Reverse Gear Day Mode The reverse mode is another important feature of the automatic mirror When the shift lever is placed in REVERSE R the mirror changes to the day mode This gives you a bright image in the mirror as you back up Cleaning Photocells Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the front and rear photocells that make the auto dimming feature work Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror with Compass Option This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare when set in the M Mirror or C M Compass Mirror positions One photocell on the back of the mirror senses when it 18 becoming dark outside Another photocell is bu
284. w Mirror Electrochromic Day Night 22 2 45 2 46 Reclining Front Seatbacks 1 4 Reduced Engine Power Message 2 81 Refrigerants Air Conditioning 6 65 6 66 Remote Fuel Door Release Ur RO 6 5 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 6 Remove Key Message T inae OE MEO ee 2 81 Replacement eda 6 63 PGE a ee 6 66 NEN E eiusm ERES Eid SIR NUR ERR IO 6 42 Replacing Safety Beli e e cesserit emma 1 45 Reporting Safety Defects Rd d is 7 10 7 11 Restraints EISE Sunes codes pace a zi P FRU T eR a Sal 1 34 HERI 1 7 Replacing Parts After a Crash 1 45 Retained Accessory 2 15 Reverse R Automatic Transaxle 2 20 Righi Front Passenger Position MEUM 1 27 a E are aml dried di atu UE E Ree d CR 2 5 Road Sensing Suspension 2 85 Roadie 22 errare trn Rocking VENDOR Rr 8 37 TERR aa ke 6 38 REM Pe RAE ARICEPT AE EE HS 2 85 8 8 Safety Belt Extender 2 2 2 2 DIGG Ea 1 45
285. wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on ithe traction control system is affected by an engine related problem the system will turn off and the warning light will come on If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system tumed on your vehicle needs service Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This red light tells you that the engine has overheated You should stop the car and turn the engine off as soon as possible warning chime should also sound if this light comes on As check the light should come for a few seconds when vou start your engine In the section Problems on the Road this manual explains what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light Your Cadillac 15 equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission contral systems SERVICE ENGINE SOON This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment In Ca
286. where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If vou are in a crash and you re wearing a safety belt your injuries can be much worse You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash vou might not be if vou are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up See Safety Beit Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash Tf you do have a crash you don t know if it will be bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 25 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter lot t x When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Put someone on il Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider The person keeps going until stopped by something doesn t stop a real vehicle it c
287. windows Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps circulate air throughout your vehicle Heated Windshield Option The heated windshield will remove ice or frost in cald weather 1 Remove snow that is piled up on the windshield 2 Start your Cadillac and leave it in PARK P 3 Press the DE ICE button light will come on to tell you it is working Try not to use other electrical equipment while the system is working The system will go off after a four minute heating cycle If you shift out of PARK P the system will only cycle for two minutes If you want it to cycle again press the button It will go on for two minute cycles after that If the windshield has cleared before the cycle is over you can turn it off by pressing the button again Use the defroster feature to clear fog from the windshield as previously described There is a metal film in the windshield which will block out some radio or microwave signals Therefore the heated windshield will reduce the useful range of devices such as garage door openers and radar detectors In certain states radar detectors are legal Do not use the DE ICE button if your vehicle has a cracked windshield crack will not allow the system to function properly Have the windshield repaired before using the DE ICE button again 3 11 Defogging and Defrosting On cool humid days use DEFOG to keep the windshield and side windows c
288. won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti lock work for you You may hear the anti lock pump or motor operate and feel the brake pedal pulsate but this is normal 4 8 Traction Control System Your vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one ar both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system works the front brakes and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin The TRACTION ACTIVE message will display on the Driver Information Center when the traction control system is limiting wheel spin See Driver Information Center Messages in the Index You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may re engage the cruise control See Cruise Control in the Index This warning light will come on to let you know if there s a problem with your traction control system See Traction Control System Warning Light in the Index When this warning light
289. y of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Some Other Rainy Weather Tips e Turn on your low beam headlamps not just your parking lamps to help make you more visible to others Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires in the Index 4 19 City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety im city driving know the best way to get to where you are going Get a city map and plan your trip inte an unknown part of the city just as you would Lor cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You Il save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them You ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals E Freeway Driving Mile for mile
290. you or you may install it yourself using the instructions provided in the kit Use the tether hardware kit available from the dealer The hardware and installation instructions were specifically designed for this vehicle Securing a Child Restraint a Rear Outside Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has 1 Put the restraint on the sear Follow the instructions for rhe child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint instructions say 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck pul i behind the child restraint E n 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to To tighten the belt pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passen
291. you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn your hazard flashers 4 27 red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow Puton extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm 5now 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 or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind This will help keep CO out You can run the engine to keep warm but be careful d e a 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 This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling lat
292. your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the Sales Service or Parts Munager contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager STEP TWO It after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concem cannot be resolved bv the dealership without further help contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center 24 hours day by calling 1 800 458 8006 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French In Mexico 525 625 3256 In Puerto Rico 1 800 496 0992 English or 800 496 9993 Spanish In the U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 In the Dominican Republic 1 800 751 4135 English or 1 800 751 4136 Spanish In the Bahamas 1 800 389 0009 In Bermuda Barbados Antigua and the British Virgin Islands 1 800 534 0122 In all other Caribbean countries 1 809 763 1315 In other overseas locations call GM North American Export Sales in Canada at 1 905 644 4112 For prompt assistance please have the following infarmation available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Your name address home and business telephone numbers Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visib
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