Page 1 SEVILLE 1 9 9 5 O W N E R ’ S L I T E R A T U R E...
Page 2 PENALTY O F LEADERSHIP Mich.) (Cadillac M o t o r C a r Detroit, THIS TEXT APPEARED AN ADVERTISEMENT IN SATURDAY EVENING POST JANUARY ZND, IN YEAR 1915 COPYRIGHT. CADILLAC MOTOR CAR DIVISION...
Page 4 Henry Leland, known as the master of precision, initiated his pre- cision manufacturing techniques at the founding of Cadillac 1902. His exacting standards prompted the motto which Cadillac has been guided over the years - “Craftsmanship Creed -Accuracy Law!’ The introduction of...
Page 6 “The Penalty of Leadership” first appeared in the January issue of The Saturday Evening Post as an expression of the Cadillac com- mitment to leadership, quality, and innovation. is widely regarded as one of the finest documents ever...
Page 8 For the 1948 model, Cadillac introduced the which set the trend in styling for nearly two decades. This 1949 was followed the two door hardtop Coupe DeVille and the modern overhead valve, high compression engine. Engineering innovations, con- veniences and styling dominated the '50s and '60s.
Page 9 For more than nine decades Cadillac has been a leader in quality &a and technical. innovation. Now more than ever, substance takes shape 1993...
Page 12: Table Of Contents
It also explains the “SIR’ system. Section 2 - Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your Cadillac. Section 3 - Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system.
Page 13 THE 1995 SEVILLE TOURING SEDAN (STS) AND SEVILLE LUXURY SEDAN (SLS) 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.
Page 14 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. This 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.
Page 15 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 Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle.
Page 16 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you will find on your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: PROTECT EYES CAUTION BATTERY ACID BY SHIELDING POSSIBLE INJURY COULD CAUSE BURNS SPARK FLAME AVOID SPARKS COULD EXPLODE BATTERY nese symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your...
Page 17 These symbols have to do MASTER LIGHTING TURN SIGNALS SWITCH HAZARD WARNING LAMPS OR FLASHER HIGH BEAM These symbols are on some of your controls: I , * WINDSHIELD WIPER W'NDSH'ELo & WASHER REAR WINDOW VENTILATING DEFOGGER with your lights: PARKING LAMPS FOG LAMPS WINDSHIELD...
Page 18 These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE Here are some other symbols you TRUNK RELEASE CHARGING ENGINE OIL PRESSURE TEMPERATURE t - l RAD'o "OLUME RADIO SELECTOR LIGHTER RADIATOR BRAKE COOLANT ENGINE OIL ANTILOCK BRAKE see: CONOlTlONlNG SPEAKER...
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Page 20: Seats And Restraint Systems
SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEM Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Cadillac and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. SEATS AND SEAT CONTROLS...
Page 21 Seat Power Lift up or push down on both outer arrows at the same time to move the entire seat up or down. To move the whole seat forward or backward, slide the switch in the direction of the center arrow. Reclining Front Seatbacks Move the front of the switch in the...
Page 22 But don’t have a seatback reclined CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body.
Page 23 Power Lumbar Lumbar Control Feature If you have this feature, you can change the shape of the driver and passenger seats. It works independently of the other seat controls. Use the power seat control first to get the proper position. Then proceed with the lumbar adjustment.
Page 24 Heated Front Seat Feature (Option) The control panel is located in the center console. Move the switch to either LO or HI to turn on the heating element in the seat. This feature is designed primarily for use on damp and chilly days. The LO setting warms the seatback and cushion until the seat approximates body temperature.
Page 25 SAFETYBELTS: THEY’RE FOR EKERYONE This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint, or “air bag” system.
Page 26 You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away.
Page 27 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop.
Page 28 The person keeps going until stopped by something. a real vehicle, it could be the . . . windshield or the instrument panel...
Page 29 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. 1-10...
Page 30 HERE ASKABOUTSAFETYBELTS --AND THE ANSWERS Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle afler an accident i f I’m wearing a safety belt? You could be -- 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 much greater if you are belted.
Page 31 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.
Page 32 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 buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 33 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries.
Page 34 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. To move it down, squeeze the release handle and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the bottom of the release handle.
Page 35 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment Your car has a shoulder belt tightness adjustment feature. If the shoulder before you begin to drive. belt seems too tight, adjust 1. Sit well back in the seat. 2. Start pulling the shoulder belt out. 3.
Page 36 4. Let the belt go back all the way. You should hear a slight clicking sound. If you don't, the adjustment feature won't set, and you'll have to start again. Now you can add a small amount of slack. Lean forward slightly, then sit back.
Page 37 What's wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won't give nearly as much protection this way. 1-18...
Page 38 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
Page 39 What's wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.
Page 40 What's wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body.
Page 41 This part explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR), 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: is out of the way.
Page 43 AIR BAG 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 you if there is an electrical problem. See “Air Bag Readiness Light” in the Index for more information. How the Air Bag System Works 1-24...
Page 44 Where is the air bag? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. 1-25...
Page 45 When should an air bag inflate? The air bag is 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).
Page 46 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, but the part of the bag that comes into contact with you will not be hot to the touch.
Page 47 Do not open or break the air bag covers. Sewicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Cadillac 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 inflate while someone is working on your vehicle.
Page 48 S-BELT Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don't wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible throughout the pregnancy. The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother.
Page 49 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.
Page 50 Lapshoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here's how to wear one properly. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly.
Page 51 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 Dositioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if yo; ever had to. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the...
Page 52 In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest.
Page 53 To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. 1-34...
Page 54 CENTER PASSENGER POSITION Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. 1-35...
Page 55 Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at 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.
Page 56 CHILDREN Everyone 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 1-37...
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Page 58 CHILD R E S T M N T S Be Sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury.
Page 59 Top Strap If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Cadillac dealer you. If to put it in for 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.
Page 60 Securing a Child Restraint in 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 one. on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child 1. Put the restraint restraint.
Page 61 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger.
Page 62 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position You'll be using the lap belt. See the earlier part about the top strap 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. if the child restraint has one.
Page 63 4. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 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.
Page 64 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position rour vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier strap if the child restraint has one. 1.
Page 65 4. 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.
Page 66 " 8. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. 6. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you...
Page 67 To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts.
Page 68 What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt Move the child toward the center 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 only a lap belt.
Page 69 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. 1-50...
Page 70 SAFETYBELT 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 you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
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Page 72: Section 2 - Features And Controls
FEATURES AND CONTROLS Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Cadillac, and information on starting, shifting and 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.
Page 73 When a new Cadillac is delivered, the dealer removes the plug from the key. The plug has a code on it that tells the dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. However, the ignition key does not have a knock-out plug.
Page 74 NOTICE: Your Cadillac has a number of new features that can help prevent theft. But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside. You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in.
Page 75 There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle: If your vehicle has the optional Theft Deterrent System and it is armed, unlock the doors only with the key or Keyless Entry System. This will avoid setting off the alarm. From the outside, use your door key.
Page 76 Power Door Locks Automatic Door Locks Just close your doors and turn on the ignition. Every time you move your shift lever out of PARK (P) all of the doors will lock. Your doors will unlock every time you stop and move your shift lever back into PARK (P). If someone needs to get out while you’re not in PARK (P), have that person use the manual or power lock.
Page 77 Rear Door Security Locks Your Cadillac is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your car from the inside. To use this lock: 1. Move the lever on the door all the way up to the ENGAGED position.
Page 78 Leaving Your Khicle If you are leaving the vehicle, open the door, set the locks from the inside, get out and close the door. Central Door Unlocking System (Option) Your vehicle will have this feature if it is equipped with the optional Theft Deterrent system.
Page 79 Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. See your Cadillac dealer or a qualified technician for service. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
Page 80 Operation Press this symbol to unlock the driver’s door. Press it again within five seconds to unlock the other doors. Pressing this button will also disarm the optional Theft Deterrent System and turn on the interior lamps. Press this symbol to lock your doors.
Page 81 Matching Transmitter 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. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, the remaining transmitters must also be matched.
Page 82 2. Remove the battery and replace with CR2025 or an equivalent. Using the wrong size battery can damage the transmitter. 3. Make sure the battery is positioned with the “plus” (+) sign facing the cover.
Page 83 AUTOMTIC PULL-DOWN FEATURE NOTICE: Don't slam your trunk lid down. If you slam the trunk lid, you can damage the pull-down system. 4. Align the notches on the cover and the transmitter. clockwise to reinstall.
Page 84 REMOTE TRUNK RELEASE You’ll find the TRUNK release button in the glove box. Press it to open the trunk. 2-13...
Page 85 CENTER CONSOLE The mini console comes with a storage tray, a storage compartment for CD’s or tapes and a flip-up armrest that contains a pop-out dual cupholder. The full console includes a floor shift lever, a storage compartment for CD’s or tapes and a flip-up armrest that contains a pop-out dual cupholder.
Page 86 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 put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help.
Page 87 It will also go off if the trunk lock is damaged. Your vehicle’s lights will flash and the horn will sound for three minutes and then the alarm will go off to save battery power. If your Cadillac has this option, it has a Theft Deterrent Alarm System.
Page 88 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 you may need to have your Cadillac serviced. To reduce the possibility of theft, always arm the Theft Deterrent system when leaving your vehicle.
Page 89 (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index). If the starter won’t work with the other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first ignition key may be faulty. See your Cadillac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key@II.
Page 90 Your PASS-Key@II system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced by your Cadillac dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS-Key@II system. If you lose or damage a PASS-Key@II ignition ke...
Page 91 IGNITION KEY POSITIONS Before you put the key in, your ignition will be in the LOCK position. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It’s a theft deterrent feature. The other positions let you perform these functions: ACCESSORY: This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off.
Page 92 NEUTRAL (N) only. 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.
Page 93 Your left headlamp and left taillamp may be on as you start your engine, but the right headlamp and taillamp won’t. This provides some light as start but doesn’t drain your battery as much. 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline.
Page 94 Instead of trying Cadillac dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.
Page 95 AUTOlMATIC T M S A X L E Your automatic transaxle may either have a shift lever located on the steering column or on the console between the seats. There are several different positions for your shift lever. PARK (P): This locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily.
Page 96 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 when the ignition key is in the RUN position. If you cannot shift out of...
Page 97 NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed. NOTICE: Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty.
Page 98 AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than 35 mph (55 kmih), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down.
Page 99 SECOND ( 2 ) : This position gives you more power. You (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would NOTICE: Don’t drive SECOND speeds over mph (88 km/h), otherwise you can damage your transaxle.
Page 100 P m N G BRAKE To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. When you move out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), if your engine is running, your parking brake should release.
Page 101 NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on in the Index.
Page 102 Steering Column Shift Lever 1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF or RUN position. 2. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot. 3. Move the shift lever into the PARK (P) position like this: 4. With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down, set the parking brake.
Page 103 Console Sh@ Lever 1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF or RUN position. 2. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot. 3. Move the shift lever into the PARK (P) position like this: With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down, set the parking brake.
Page 104 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be 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.
Page 105 SHIFTING OUT OF Your Cadillac has brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in the RUN position. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index. 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 also release the shift lever button on floor shift models as you maintain brake application.
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Page 107 ENGINE EXHAUST 2-36...
Page 108 RUNNING YOUR ENGINE WHILE YOU’RE It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. Follow the proper steps to be sure Into PARK (P)” in the Index. If you are parking on a hill and if you’re pulling a trailer, also see “Towing a Trailer”...
Page 109 POWER WINDOWS Move the switch forward to raise the window. Move the switch rearward to lower the window. 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.
Page 110 TILT WHEEL A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise the steering wheel to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever.
Page 111 TURN SIGNfiIMULTIFUNCTION LEVER The lever on the left side of the steering column inch udes your: Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlamp High-Low Beam Flash-To-Pass Feature Headlamp Washers (Export Only) Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control 2-40...
Page 112 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash.
Page 113 As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows don’t flash but just stay on a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the green arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse (see “Fuses’’...
Page 114 Headlamp High-Low Beam Flash-To-Pass Feature This lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if your headlamps are off. To use it, pull the multifunction lever toward you. When you do: If your headlamps are off, your high beam headlamps will turn on.
Page 115 Windshield Wipers WIPER To control the wipers turn the band on the multifuncrlon lever. MIST: Turn the band toward you and then release it for a single wipe cycle. For more cyc1e.s hold the band on MIST longer. 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.
Page 116 Windshield Washer When the washer fluid reaches a low level, LOW WASHER FLUID will be displayed in the Driver Information Center. Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. A bad mud splash can block your vision. You could hit another vehicle or go off the road. Check your washer fluid level often.
Page 117 NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, 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.
Page 118 CRUISE CONTROL With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 kmih).
Page 119 To Set Cruise Control 1. Move the cruise control switch to 2-48...
Page 120 2. Accelerate to the speed you want. 5. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 3. Press the button at message displayed on the Driver Information Center that will come on and goes out after five seconds. the end of the lever and release it.
Page 121 To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control, however, you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R/A (Resume/Accelerate) for about half a second.
Page 122 Here’s the second way to go to a higher speed: Move the cruise switch from ON to R/A. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch. To increase your speed in very 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.
Page 123 To Get Out o f Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control: 1. Step lightly on the brake pedal; OR 2. Move the CRUISE switch To Erase Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased.
Page 124 You’ll find the control on the left side of the instrument panel. It controls these lamp systems: Headlamps Taillamps Parking Lamps Underhood Lamp Instrument Panel Lamps License Plate Lamp Interior Courtesy Lamps Fog Lamps Rear Fog Lamps (Export Only) Here’s how to manually work your lamp system: the switch out to the first stop to turn on your parking and Pull taillamps, sidemarker lamps and instrument panel lamps.
Page 125 Your Cadillac is also equipped with a feature that will automatically turn your exterior lamps on after about 25 seconds of wiper operation. Lamps On Reminder If you open the door while leaving the lamps on, except when using twilight sentinel, you will hear a warning tone.
Page 126 Light Sensor Fog Lamps (STS) If you switch o n your high beam headlamps, your fog lamps will turn off. They'll turn back on again when y o u switch to low bcam hcadlamps. When the twilight sentincl is on and the fog lamp witch is activrtted, only thc htxdlamps will turn o f f automatically.
Page 127 Rear Fog Lamps (Export Only) Cornering Lamps The cornering lamps come on when you signal a turn when the headlamps or parking lamps are on. This will provide more light for cornering. Underhood Lamp To operate the underhood lamp, turn on your parking lamps. Then the underhood lamp will illuminate when the hood is open.
Page 128 Daytime Running Lamps (Canada Only) 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.
Page 129 Reading Lamps You have reading lamps located in the roof. These lamps and the interior courtesy lamps will come on when you open a door. Press the button to turn them on. Press it again to turn them off. 2-58...
Page 130 The mirror will darken gradually to reduce glare. This change may take a few seconds. When the glare subsides, the mirror returns to its clear daytime state. Your Cadillac is equipped with an automatic electrochromic rearview mirror.
Page 131 /Off Switch 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 daytime mode for a bright image in the mirror as you back up. Cleaning Photocells To turn the auto-dimming feature...
Page 132 Electrochromic DaylNight Reuwiew Mirror with Compass (Option) This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare (Mirror) or C/M (CompasslMirror) positions. One photocell of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside. Another photocell is built into the mirror surface to sense headlamps behind The mirror will darken gradually to reduce glare.
Page 133 OFF: Turns off the day/night function and compass. The mirror will stay in the day setting. To keep the photocells operating well, occasionally clean them with a cotton swab and glass cleaner. M This turns on the day/night portion of the mirror to automatically reduce glare.
Page 134 Compass Variance Variance is the difference between magnetic north ana geographic norm. 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 your particular location: 1.
Page 135 Power Remote Control Mirrors The control on the driver’s door armrest operates both outside rearview mirrors. Move the center switch to the left to select the driver side mirror, or to the right to select the passenger side mirror. Then press the control pad in the direction of the desired mirror movement to adjust each mirror so that you can just see the side of your vehicle.
Page 136 CONKEX OUTSIDE MIRROR Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. BREAK-AWAY OUTSIDE MIRROR (EXPORT ONLY) The mirrors will collapse in either the forward or rearward direction and then return to the normal position.
Page 137 FLOOR AUTS Your Cadillac is equipped with rubber-backed front and rear floor mats. Keep them clean by vacuuming and using a spot cleaner, if necessary. Do not machine wash. SUNGLASS COMPMTMENT...
Page 138 C O m N I E N C E NET Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. The net is not for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can.
Page 139 ASTROROOF If you have this option, the switch is here: To open the glass panel and sunshade, press the switch rearward. 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 the switch again to open it fully.
Page 140 HomeLink Universal Transmitter (Option) The transmitter will learn and transmit the frequencies transmitters and is powered by 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.
Page 141 Federal Consumer Safety Standards. If you cannot program the transmitter after repeated attempts, consult your Cadillac dealer or call 1-800-355-35 15. Be sure to keep your original hand-held transmitter in case you need to...
Page 142 Accessories Accessories for your HomeLink from the manufacturer of the unit. If you would like additional information, please call 1-800-355-3515. HomeLink" is a trademark of Prince Corporation. ASHTRAYS AND LIGHTERS If you don't have console and the ashtray will not come out by pulling o n the snuffer, try reaching under the ashtray and gently press up on the ashtray remove...
Page 143 Rear Ashtray NOTICE: Don't put papers or other flammable items into your ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them, causing a damaging fire. Cigarette Lighter It's located near the ashtray. To use the lighter just press it in all the way and let When ready,...
Page 144 Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your Cadillac is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using and many of the other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 145 Analog Cluster Canadian Analog Cluster...
Page 146 Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (kmih). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada).
Page 147 Trip Odometer TRIP 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). W M I N G LIGHTS This part describes the warning lights that are on your vehicle.
Page 148 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. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 75 seconds. If the driver’s belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows...
Page 149 Have your vehicle serviced right away. Battery Charge Light (Canadian Only) 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.
Page 150 If stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have brake problem. Light Your Cadillac’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you.
Page 151 If the light still stays on, 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.
Page 152 Traction Control System Active Message When your traction control system is limiting wheel spin, the TRACTION ACTIVE message will be displayed. Slippery road conditions may exist if this message is displayed, so adjust your driving accordingly. This message will stay on for a few seconds after the traction control system stops limiting wheel spin.
Page 153 Malfinction Indicator Lump (Service Engine Soon Light) SERVICE ENGINE SOON A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. One of these lights should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. If the light doesn’t come on, have it fixed right away.
Page 154 Engine Oil Warning Light (Canadian Only) The light goes on when you turn your key to RUN or START It goes off once you start your engine. That’s just a check to be sure the light works. If it doesn’t come on, be sure to have it fixed so it will be th.ere to warn you if something goes wrong.
Page 155 Tachometer Analog Cluster RPRIi NOTICE: 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 your engine RPM’s are critically high, the fuel supply to the engine is shut off.
Page 156 Fuel Gage Digital Gage If the fuel level is within approximately one gallon (3.8 liters) of being full, the letter F is shown. If the fuel level is between one and two gallons (3.8 and 7.6 liters) from being empty, the letter approximately one gallon (3.8 liters), the E will flash and the FUEL LEVEL VERY LOW message will appear in the Driver Information Center (DIC).
Page 157 Fuel Data Panel Your Fuel Data Panel tells you all you need to know about your fuel economy and how far you can travel with the fuel remaining. Here's how it works. Press the AVG button to display the Average Mile Per Gallon (AVG MPG).
Page 158 RANGE display shows how far the computer thinks you can travel with the fuel that is in your tank. The computer does not driving conditions will be like for the rest of your trip, so the range is estimated based on your recent fuel economy. Therefore, your range reading may change as your driving habits change.
Page 159 SECONDS are two numeric digits. Once TIMER 0O:OO:OO is displayed, press the TIMER button to start the timing feature. Press the TIMER starting and stopping your Cadillac, during a trip for instance, the TIMER feature automatically start timing where will stopped.
Page 160 reads TIMER 0O:OO:OO. Press the INFORMATION button to exit from the TIMER function. AVG MPH (Average Speed) Reset Press repeatedly the INFORMATION button to display the AVG MPH, then press and hold the RESET button until 0.0 AVG MPH is displayed. MPG AVG (Average Fuel Economy) Reset Press repeatedly the INFORMATION button to display the MPG AVG, then press and hold the RESET button until 0.0 AVG MPG is displayed.
Page 161 BATTERY NO CHARGE This message will appear if your battery is not being charged. Have your electrical system checked by your Cadillac dealership at your earliest convenience. BATTERY VOLTS HIGH message shows that the electrical charging system...
Page 162 This message is displayed to inform the driver that the brake reservoir fluid level is low. Check the brake reservoir level and add 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.
Page 163 LOW OIL LEVEL For correct operation of the low oil sensing system, the vehicle should be on a level surface. A false LOW 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 time, and the oil level is never sensed while the engine is running.
Page 164 SERVICE NOW REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL This message appears Module (PCM). To correct this problem have your vehicle serviced at your Cadillac dealership. COMPRESSOR OFF have a problem with the Powertrain Control if you 2-93 again to start the...
Page 165 Inflatable Restraint (Air Bag) system. Let only a qualified technician work on your vehicle. See your Cadillac dealer for service at once. THEFT SYSTEM PROBLEM/CAR MAY NOT RESTART This message means there is a problem in the Personalized Automotive Security System (PASS-Key%).
Page 166 TRACTION DISABLED This message will be displayed if a problem is noted in the Traction Control System. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. TRANS FLUID RESET With the engine not running and the ignition ON, press and hold the OFF and REAR DEFOG buttons until the TRANS FLUID RESET message appears in the Information Center (between five and 20 seconds).
Page 167 SERVICE RIDE CONTROL message will display on the Driver Information Center. If this message should appear, have your vehicle serviced at your Cadillac dealership at your earliest convenience. Life Indicator O i l This feature lets you know when to change your engine oil.
Page 168 Always keep a written record of the mileage and date when you last changed your oil. For more information on when to change your oil, see the Cadillac Maintenance Schedule Booklet.
Page 169 If the system has a slight leak, the air compressor will run frequently for a few seconds each time. For a larger air leak the air compressor may stay on for up to seven minutes. You should see your dealer for service, but you can keep driving your Cadillac. 2-98...
Page 170: Section 3 - Comfort Controls And Audio Systems
COMFORT CONTROLS AND AUDIO SYSTEMS In this section you'll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio systems offered with your Cadillac. Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle. YOUR CXDILLACAIR SYSTEM Outside Outside air flows through your vehicle when it is moving.
Page 171 Your vehicle has strategically placed electronic sensors that provide information to the vehicle's computer systems. Your vehicle can control the ventilation, heating and air conditioning automatically year round. The outside temperature, inside temperature setting, fan speeds and the ECC selection are displayed on a digital screen. When the OFF button is selected nothing is on, but air will still flow through your vehicle if you're moving.
Page 172 Temperature Temperatures from 65" F (18" C) to 85 automatic temperature control. You may choose 60" F (16" C) for maximum cooling, and 90" F (33 C) for maximum heating. We recommend when first getting familiar with your vehicle, select 75" F (24' C).
Page 173 AUTO With this setting, the air conditioning compressor cycles when needed to cool the air and it's all automatic. In cold weather when the system senses the need for heat, the airflow will be directed out the interior temperature approaches the decrease and the airflow could be directed through the defroster and floor ducts.
Page 174 DEFOG Press this button to divide the air between the windshield and the heater ducts. This is useful when fog appears on the windshield or side glass due to sudden rain or snowy conditions. FAN SPEEDS Press the fan symbol button until AUTO is displayed on At this setting, the fan speed is controlled automatically.
Page 175 DEFROSTER Press this button to remove frost from the windshield. This setting sends most of the airflow to the winds amount to the floor outlets. The fan speed will work automatically to maintain your requested interior temperature. If you need more air directed to your windshield, you should speed.
Page 176 Electronic Solar Sensor The Electronic Solar Sensor is part of the Electronic Climate Control System. Rear Seat Air Outlet The sensor monitors the sun's solar radiation. The Electronic Climate Control system uses this information to automatically make the necessary temperature and airflow adjustments to maintain your comfort.
Page 177 1. If any snow is piled up on the windshield, brush it away. 2. Start your Cadillac and leave it in PARK (P). DE-ICEa 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.
Page 178 AUDIO SYSTEMS Your Delco@ audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of your audio stem if you acquaint yourself with it .first. Find out what your Delco system can do and how to operate all its controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it.
Page 179 2. Press and hold SCAN. When the clock gets to the correct minute, release. Your clock is set. How to Operate Your Audio System Your Cadillac will have one of the following Delco@ Radio Systems. Please read about the system that pertains to your vehicle. 3-10...
Page 180 The Delco@ Bose Gold Series Music System with Cassette Player This standard music system is the Delco' Bose Music System with dual playback. The system includes an AM and FM stereo electronically tuned radio receiver with an integral cassette, and six Delco@ custom designed speakers with very specific frequency ranges.
Page 181 The Lower Knob Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations. Press the knob to switch between AM and FM. Behind the lower knob is the fade control. It moves the sound between the front and rear speakers. Finding a Station SCAN When you press this button, up or down, the SCAN indicator in the display will light and the radio will find the next station and stay there for about five seconds.
Page 182 Your Tape Player Cassette Your cassette tape player works best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are work well in this player. If you look at the tape, or on its label or box, it should say whether its bias, or “equalization,”...
Page 183 PREk Press this button to go back to the beginning of the last selection. If the player has played less than 10 seconds into the current selection, pressing the PREV button will cause the player to find the beginning of the previous selection and resume play from that point.
Page 184 The Upper Knob The upper knob does the It turns the radio on and off. It controls the volume. It lets you see what station you have. (When the radio is RCWPROG knob to display the station.) It tells you the time. (When the ignition is off, press the RCWPROG knob to display the time.) It allows you to hear the other side of tape play.
Page 185 Setting the Tone BASS: The slide control increases or decreases the bass response tone. Moving the control to the right increases bass while moving it to the left decreases it. TREBLE: The slide control increases or decreases the treble response tone.
Page 186 F W D : Press this button to go forward rapidly to another part of the tape. The radio will play during fast forward. To stop the tape press the button and the tape will start to play. REV: Press this button to reverse the tape. To stop the tape press the same button lightly or any of the other buttons.
Page 187 ERR: This error message is displayed if you have a condition of either extreme temperature, moisture or an incorrect CD. The CD will automatically be ejected. When conditions are back to normal the CD should play again. RCL/PROG: Press this recall/program button once to see what track is being played.
Page 188 Tips about Your Audio System Be aware that hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it.
Page 189 Insert the cassette at least three times to ensure thorough cleaning. A scrubbing action cleaning cassette is available through your Cadillac dealership. You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will not eject.
Page 190 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. Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna to full mast extension.
Page 191 NOTES 3-22...
Page 192: Section 4 - Your Driving And The Road
SECTION 4 . YOUR DRIVING AND THE ROAD 4- 1...
Page 193 DEFENSIVE DRWTNG 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.”...
Page 194 Many adults -- by some estimates, nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol, 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. The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive.
Page 195 It’s 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 BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.
Page 196 But the ability to drive Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0.05 percent or above.
Page 197 CONTROL OFA 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 the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you're driving on snow or ice, it's easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
Page 198 Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’sperception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second. But that’s only an average. It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another.
Page 199 Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Cadillac has an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. ANTI- LOCK ABS) This light on the instrument panel will come on briefly when you start your vehicle. When you start your vehicle and begin to drive away, you may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise.
Page 200 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. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels.
Page 201 You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal. If you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Page 202 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 or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction.
Page 203 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. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control”...
Page 204 -- 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 can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision.
Page 205 RECOVERY OFF-ROAD You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
Page 206 PASSING The driver of a vehicle about to pass another 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.
Page 207 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.
Page 208 “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 a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force.
Page 209 If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you 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.
Page 210 DRIPTNG 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. Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively.
Page 211 Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old. What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision.
Page 212 DRn/lNG IN THE M A T 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.
Page 213 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. 4-22...
Page 214 Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. 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.
Page 215 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. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Page 216 FREEWAY D M N G Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right.
Page 217 At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you 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.
Page 218 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.
Page 219 HIGAWKAY 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 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.
Page 220 HILL AND MOUNTMN ROADS Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you're planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape.
Page 221 Know how to go uphill. You may want to shift down to a lower gear. The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle, and you can climb the hill better. Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane roads in hills or mountains.
Page 222 WINTER D m N G Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your Cadillac in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. 4-3 1...
Page 223 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth, and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction.
Page 224 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be very careful.
Page 225 Whatever the condition -- smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow -- drive with caution. Your traction control system 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.
Page 226 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 you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers.
Page 227 Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go 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 later on with your headlamps.
Page 228 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.
Page 229 MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI- CABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, TION STANDARDS DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver’s door.
Page 230 NOTICE: Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading. 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.
Page 231 Pulling a 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 your vehicle.
Page 232 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 is 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.
Page 233 You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at Cadillac Consumer Relations Center, Cadillac Motor Car Division, 30009 Van Dyke, EO. Box 9025, Warren, MI 48090-9025.
Page 234 If you’re using a “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 (A) should weigh 12% of the total loaded trailer weight (B). After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper.
Page 235 It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by, and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: Will you 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.
Page 236 Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount out for the open road, you’ll want yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
Page 237 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 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.
Page 238 Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how to do it: Apply your regular brakes, but do not shift into PARK (P).
Page 239 Adahtenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you're pulling a 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 oil, belt, cooling system, and brake adjustment. Each of these is covered in this manual, and the Index will help you find them quickly.
Page 240: Problems On The Road
PROBLEMS ON THE ROAD Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. HAZARD W N I N G Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash off.
Page 241 Your hazard warning flashers will work once the button is pressed in regardless of the key position. HAZARD Press the button in to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. One of these lights on your instrument panel will flash indicating that the hazard...
Page 242 OTHER W M I N G DEWCES If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle.
Page 243 NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. w i n g to start your Cadillac by pushing or pulling it won’t work and it could damage your vehicle.
Page 244 If 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. Turn off all lamps that aren’t needed and radios.
Page 245 Start by removing the red positive (+) terminal cover.
Page 246 6. 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. Before you connect the cables, here are some things you should know. Positive (+ ) will go to positive (+) and negative (-) will go to negative (-) or a metal engine part.
Page 247 10. Don’t let the other end of the negative cable touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative cable doesn’t go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery.
Page 248 13. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch each other or any other metal.
Page 249 TOWING YOUR VEHICLE Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Cadillac. The usual towing equipment is: If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory-new by aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting or special tires and adding these instructions and illustrations may not be correct.
Page 250 When the towing service arrives, let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations. The operator may want to see them. When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key off. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing service.
Page 251 Don’t have your vehicle towed on the front wheels, unless you must. If the vehicle must be towed on the front wheels, don’t go more than 35 mph (56 kmih) or farther than 25 miles (40 km) or your transaxle will be damaged.
Page 252 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”...
Page 253 NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can would not be covered by your warranty. See “Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode” in the Index. lj?Nu 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.
Page 254 COOLING SYSTEM 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. 5-15...
Page 255 I f the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. The coolant level should be visible inside the surge tank once the cap ha it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator been removed.
Page 256 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at a visible level within the surge tank, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and a proper antifreeze at the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is cool before you do it.
Page 257 NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. So use the recommended coolant.
Page 258 Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops. (Don't press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. pressure left. 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the...
Page 259 By 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 two and a half inches (60 mm) below the base of the filler neck.
Page 260 Start the engine and allow it to warm up. If the ENGINE COOLANT LOW message does not appear on the Driver Information Center, coolant is at the proper fill level. If an ENGINE COOLANT LOW message does appear, repeat steps 1 to 3 or see your dealer. I F A TIRE GOES FLAT It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out”...
Page 261 C . G I N G A FLAT TIRE If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. 5-22...
Page 262 1. The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk under the spare tire cover. Rotate the plastic wing nut and remove the cover. 2. Remove the wing nut that secures the jack and wheel wrench and remove them from the trunk.
Page 263 3. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack bolt and rotate it clockwise. That will raise the lift head a little. 5-24...
Page 264 4. There is a center wheel cover on your aluminum wheel. Use the flat end of the wheel wrench, prying along the edge of this cover until it comes off. Be careful not to scratch the aluminum wheel edge. Don't try to remove it with your hands.
Page 265 6. Position the jack under the vehicle. Your vehicle has a notch on the frame near each of the wheels (A Front and B Rear). Fit the lift head into the notch nearest the wheel with the flat tire. 5-26...
Page 266 7. Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle high enough off the ground so the tire can be removed. 8. Remove allof the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire.
Page 267 9. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. 5-28...
Page 268 5-29 10. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 11. Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.
Page 269 Don’t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced. NOTICE: 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 spare.
Page 270 COMPACT SPARE TIRE Although the compact spare 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). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.
Page 271 IF YOU’RE STUCK: IN SNOW What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution. NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires.
Page 272 SERWCE 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 your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people.
Page 273 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 Publications”...
Page 274 FUEL Use premium unleaded gasoline rated at 91 octane or higher. It should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the United States and CGSB 3.5-92 in Canada. These fuels should have the proper additives, so you should not have to add anything to the fuel. In the United States and Canada, it’s easy to be sure you get the right kind of gasoline (unleaded).
Page 275 Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system. That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly. It’s good for your vehicle, and you’ll be doing your part for cleaner air. Many gasolines are now blended with oxygenates.
Page 276 FILLING YOUR TANK The cap is behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of your vehicle.
Page 277 The release button is in the glove box. Or you can use the manual door release override on the left side of the trunk...
Page 278 Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See “Cleaning the Outside of Your Cadillac” in the Index. When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you hear at least three clicks.
Page 279 CHECKING THINGS UNDER THE HOOD Hood Release...
Page 280 Fluid Usage Label The fluid usage label is a color coded label identifying the various fluids used in your vehicle. Colors represented on the label match the lettering or handle color of the fluid you want to check. GREEN: Engine Coolant ORANGE: Power Steering Fluid YELLOW.
Page 281 ENGINE OIL A CHECK OIL LEVEL message will appear when the engine oil is approximately a quart low. If the message is displayed, check the dipstick level and add oil as needed. It’s a good idea to check your 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.
Page 282 To Check Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. Wiben to Add Oil If ,the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add some oil.
Page 283 Just fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when you’re through. What Kind o f Oil to Use Oils of the proper quality for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst”...
Page 284 You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle, as shown in the following chart: RECOMMENDED SAE VlSCOSlTY BRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLO STARTiNG, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. WEATHER COLD WEATHER...
Page 285 GM Goodwrench@ oil (in Canada, GM Engine 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. When Change Engine Oil Your Cadillac has an “Oil Life Indicator.”...
Page 286 Engine Coolant Heater An engine coolant heater can be a big help if you have to park outside in very cold weather, O°F (-HOC) or colder. If your vehicle has this option, see “Engine Coolant Heater” 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 for very long.
Page 287 AIR C L E m E R Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter. 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.
Page 288 AIR CLEANER FILTER REPLACEMENT Disconnect the sensor, located near the throttle body, from the air duct. Remove the crankcase vent tube from the top of the air duct. 6-1 7...
Page 289 Loosen the clamp at the throttle body and disconnect the air duct from the throttle body. Unlatch the clamp and gently remove the air cleaner from the vehicle. 6-18...
Page 290 AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID when to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your fluid. Push the two tabs and pivot the top half to separate the air cleaner.
Page 291 How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you 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.
Page 292 To check the fluid level Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range.
Page 293 How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. 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.
Page 294 The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see “Engine Overheating” in the Index. The proper coolant for your Cadillac will: Give freezing protection down to -34OF (-37OC). Give boiling protection up to 262°F (128°C).
Page 295 NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn't be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Adding Coolant Your cooling system when hot is under a lot of pressure.
Page 296 To Check Coolant When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the proper level, which is two and a half inches (60 mm) below the base of the fill neck. Use a flashlight as necessary to see into the tank. To Add Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper but only when the engine is cool.
Page 297 SURGE TANK PRESSURE CAP NOTICE: Your surge tank cap is a 15 psi (105 Wa) 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 with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck. If your surge tank pressure cap needs to be replaced an AC' cap is recommended.
Page 298 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. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Page 299 WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read 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.
Page 300 Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinder is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylinder might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
Page 301 To Check Brake Fluid The fluid level must be to the maximum fill line at the base of the neck as shown. When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. See “Brake System Warning Light” in the Index. W a t When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- such as Delco Supreme l l @ (GM Part No.
Page 302 Brake Wear Your Cadillac has four-wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).
Page 303 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 down and you have to have new ones put in -- be sure you get new genuine GM replacement parts.
Page 304 Battery Power Loss If you lose battery power or the battery is disconnected, your car’s computer must be programmed. It takes just over 20 minutes to do it. If you want to do it yourself, here’s how: Apply the parking brake. Make sure the front wheels are straight.
Page 305 EXTElUOR LA2MP HOUSINGS Your Cadillac’s lamp housings are designed with small vents so moisture will be removed when the lights are on, or after driving for a short time. If an excessive amount of moisture is present which does not clear, see your Cadillac dealer for service.
Page 306 DOMESTIC: Turn the headlamp housing socket counterclockwise to unlock the socket from the lamp housing. EXPORT Remove the rubber plug cover and remove the plug. 6-35...
Page 307 DOMESTIC: Remove the headlamp housing socket. EXPORT Remove both of the retaining lock clips securing the bulb assembly in the headlamp housing.
Page 308 DOMESTIC: Remove the wiring harness from the headlamp housing socket. EXPORT Remove the headlamp bulb and socket from the headlamp assembly. DOMESTIC: Replace the bulb and socket and connect the wiring harness. Reinstall the headlamp housing socket into the headlamp assembly.
Page 309 TMLLAlUP BULB REPLACEMENT 1. Open the trunk to gain access to the taillamp housing. 2. Remove the convenience net and pull trim away to access the wing nuts. 6-38...
Page 310 3. Remove the four wing nuts. 6-39...
Page 311 4. Gently remove the taillamp housing. Once you have replaced the burned out bulb, just reverse the steps to reassemble the taillamp. 5. Press the bulb housing lever, rotate the housing counterclockwise and remove it. Push and rotate the bulb counterclockwise to remove the bulb.
Page 312 WIPER BLADE REPLACEMENT To replace the entire wiper blade, follow these steps: 1. Position the windshield wipers on the windshield position. To do this, turn the ignition key to ACCESSORY and turn the wipers on. Then with the door open, turn the 2.
Page 313 If you only want to replace the wiper insert, follow these steps: 1. Position the windshield wipers on the windshield in the MID wipe position. To do this, turn the ignition key to ACCESSORY and turn the wipers on. Then with the door open, turn the ignition key to OFF. 2.
Page 314 TIRES We don’t make tires. Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Cadillac Warranty booklet for details.
Page 315 Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label which is located on 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 is legal, raise the “cold”...
Page 316 When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Don’t forget your compact spare. It should be at How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure, especially if you have radial tires -- which may look properly inflated even if they’re underinflated.
Page 317 When it 3 Time for New Tires You need a new tire i f 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. a The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric.
Page 318 The tire has a bump, bulge or split. The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that well because of the size or location of the damage. Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label.
Page 319 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.) 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...
Page 320 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.
Page 321 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. 6-50...
Page 322 Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains NOTICE: Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper tires. Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened.
Page 323 Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your Cadillac, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside.
Page 324 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, a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very well.
Page 325 Then dry it immediately with a blow dryer or a heat lamp. NOTICE: Be careful. A blow dryer may scorch the fabric. Wipe with a clean cloth. 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.
Page 326 Non-Greasy Stains Such as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and blood. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions described earlier. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a waterbaking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml) of lukewarm water.
Page 327 Cleaning the Top o f 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.
Page 328 Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF YOUR CADILLAC The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Whicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish...
Page 329 High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Finish Care Occasional waxing or 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”...
Page 330 ALUMINUM WHEELS Your aluminum wheels have a protective coating similar to the painted surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, chemicals, chrome polish, abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage this coating. After rinsing thoroughly, a wax may be applied. NOTICE: Don’t use an automatic car wash that has hard silicon carbide cleaning brushes.
Page 331 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 comes first.
Page 332 4PPEARANCE CAREiWTERLU,S CIiART PART NUMBER 1050172 (0.473 L) 1050173 16 Oz. (0.473 L) 1050174 16 Oz. (0.473 L) 1050214 32 Oz. (0.946 L) 1050427 (0.680 L) 6 Lbs. (2.72 Kg) 1050429 1052349 12 Oz. (0.354 L) 1052870 16 Oz. (0.473 L) 1051398 (0.237 L) 0 2 .
Page 333 = 69 SEDAN 4 DOOR This is 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.
Page 334 Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. ADD-ON ELECTMCAL EQUIPMENT NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your Cadillac unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t warranty.
Page 335 Retained Accessory Power When you stop your Cadillac and turn the accessories for 10 more minutes: Radio Power Windows Astroroof Windshield Wipers Fuel Door Release Trunk Release Everything will go off after 10 minutes or if your open a door.
Page 336 There is a fuse removal tool and some spare mini fuses in the glove box door, just lift the cover up. Engine Compartment Fuse Block To gain access, lift the cover. 6-65...
Page 337 M a i FuseslRelay Center The m a x i fuse and relays are located next to the engine compartment fuse block. If a maxi fuse should blow, have your vehicle serviced by your Cadillac dealer immediately. OlsfA FUSE CENTER IDENTIF GATION...
Page 338 Engine Compartment Fuse Block (Continued) FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump; Oil Pressure Switch; Powertrain Control Module ( P W Powertrain Control Module (PCM) PCM (BAT) Road Sensing Suspension (RSS) Module RTD (BAT) A/C COMP A/C Compressor Clutch Headlamp Dimmer Switch; Headlamp Relay “D” (Engine Comp. HDLPS Micro Relay Center);...
Page 339 LH MAXI" FUSE BLOCK FUSE/CIRCUIT BREAKER (C.B.) IGN 1 (Fuse) Retained Accessory Power Fuses B 1 1 and B 13 BODY 1 (Fuse) Engine Comp. B l l ; Road Sensing Suspension; Fog Lamps; Trunk Comp. Fuses Cl, C3, C5, C7, C9 and C11; Trunk Comp. Fuse C13 (Export);...
Page 340 RH MAXI FUSE BLOCK FUSE/CIRCUIT BREAKER (C.B.) Retained Accessory Power (RAP)(Astroroof/Power Windows) DAB (C.B.) Delco-Bose Speakers; RADIO (Fuse) Cooling Fans COOLING FANS (Fuse) HVAC BLOWER HVAC Power Motor; A/C Compressor (Fuse) Brake Pressure Modulator Valve ABS BRAKES (Fuse) EXT LAMPS (Fuse) Turn Flasher Module; Hazard Flasher; Stop/BTSI/Cruise Brake Switch;...
Page 341 IGN 1 (1GN) WIPER REARFOG FOGLP 0 0 0 ~ 0 0 0 PRK LP PRKLP Rear Compartment Fuse Block FUSE USAGE CRANK RAP/Illuminated Entry Module; Sensing & Diagnostic Module; Transaxle Range Switch (NSSS) IGN 1 Fuel Lever Module: Theft Deterrent Module: Kevless Entrv Module; Turn Flasher Relay “F”...
Page 342 The windshield wiper motor is powered by a MAXI overload in the motor wiring may cause your wipers to stop working. If this happens you will need to have your Cadillac serviced. Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows and other power accessories.
Page 343 BULB CHART Description Ashtray Illumination BackupLamps Cornering Lamp Courtesy Reading Lamp FogLamp Glove Compartment Lamp Headlamps Composite -Inner High Beam -Outer Low Beam -Export Bulb Illumination Entry Lock Lamp Instrument Panel Illumination Instrument Panel Telltales License Plate Lamp Park and Turn Signal Rear Fog/Back-Up Lamp (Export) Front Fender Side Turn Signal (Export) Side Marker Lamps...
Page 344 SPECIFICATIONS 4.6 Liter Northstar Engine Displacement No. of Cylinders Power (ACC. to S A E 51349) Torque (ACC. to S A E 51349) Power (ACC. to S A E 51349) Torque (ACC. to S A E J1349) Bore Stroke Compression Ratio Cylinder Block Cylinder Heads Intake Manifold...
Page 345 Engine Lubrication System Type of Intake Filter System Engine Cooling System Surge Tank Cap Relief Pressure Thermostat Starts To Open Water Pump Type Drive Belt Radiator Core Radiator Cooling Fans (2) Fuel System Induction Type System Pressure Idle Speed Filter Type Fuel Pump Fuel Required Automatic Transaxle...
Page 346 Emission Control Systems Exhaust Gas Recirculation Catalytic Converter Evaporative Emission Control Crankcase Emission Control Electronic System Exhaust System Type Muffler Resonator Exhaust Pipe Intermediate Pipe Tail Pipe Electrical System Voltage Ground Alternator Air Conditioning System Refrigerant-R134a Fluid Capacities Transaxle (4T80E) Engine Oil with Filter Change Engine Cooling System Fuel Tank.
Page 347 Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. 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. For additional information, see your “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information”...
Page 348 N O W M N T E N M C E REPLACEMENT PARTS Air Cleaner Element Battery Fuel Filter Element Engine Oil Filter PCVValve Spark Plugs Serpentine Drive Belt Surge Tank Cap Thermostat Upper Radiator Hose Lower Radiator Hose Transaxle Screen Rt. Scavenger Transaxle Screen Lt.
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Page 355 We employ technicians certified by the National Institute for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE Let us show you their credentrals Part Number 3547060 B...
Page 358 Dealer Rchnician Towing Battery Jump Start Lockout Assistance Fuel Delivery Tire Change Cadillac Roadside Service is just one of your Cadillx 0wner.PrivilegesSm that leads to peace of mind. of luxury leadership at Cadillac DAEY INCLUDING HOLIDAYS 24 Hours 8 a.m.
Page 359 Cadillac Owner Privileges Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Privilegessm at "no charge", throughout your or 50,000 Miles/80,000 Kilometers. EMERGENCY ROAD SERVICE following situations: TOWING BATTERY LOCK FUEL FLAT Tire replacement/warranty coverage determined by manufacturer. 1995 Cadillac Warranty Period is performed on site for the...
Page 360 TRIP ROUTING -Free trip routing assistance is available during the 48 months or 50,000 miles/80,000 kilometers warranty period. Within a week of contacting Roadside Service with your trave1 plans, Cadillac will provide a detailed trip routing. Along with your first trip routing, you will receive American Road Atlas.
Page 361 In some instances where warranty determination cannot be made, the charges must still be paid. Retain the bill and submit it to an authorized Cadillac dealership Service Department for review. If the repair is determined to be covered by warranty the dealer reimbursement directly to you.
Page 362 If needed, a dealer technician will travel to your location within a 30 miles/50 kilometers radius, of a participating Cadillac dealership. If beyond this radius, we will arrange to have your car towed to the nearest Cadillac dealership.
Page 363 If your car advisor or the technician) regulated highway, the advisor will arrange to tow your Cadillac to a location, where service can be performed. Additional assistance will be provided if necessary. Your Cadillac Cannot Be Repaired...
Page 364 Canada: 1-800-TDD-CMCC or 1-800-833-2622 You Do Not Speak English Fluently What Cadillac offers a multi-lingual approach in assisting you. Roadside Advisors are conversant in a number of languages and utilize the AT&T Language Line Interpreter available 24-hours a day. Just another way Cadillac says ”we care”.
Page 365 Dealer network Cadillac Technician is ready customers and able assist Cadillac at roadside. TOLL-FREE HOTLINE 1.800-8824112...
Page 368 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 Gold Key Courtesy Transportation helps you get where you need to be when your Cadillac is in the dealership for warranty service."...
Page 369 J’ Courtesy Vehicle Gold Key Courtesy Transportation provides you with a Cadillac if your requires warranty repairs. courtesy one is Your dealer will provide with a vehicle if available.
Page 370 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.
Page 371 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.
Page 372 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. Gold Key Courtesy Transportation Just one more way your Cadillac Dealer is committed to you.
Page 375 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE INFORMATION Here you will find out how to contact Cadillac if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. This section includes information on: The Customer Satisfaction...
Page 376 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 concern.
Page 377 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 a situation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed, the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section is very successful.
Page 378 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 customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator.
Page 379 In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at our Consumer Relations Center, 1-800-458-8006, or write: Cadillac Consumer Relations Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 30009 Van Dyke PO.
Page 380 SERWCE " N U ! S Service manuals contain diagnosis 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 are also useful for owners with the appropriate skill level or training who wish to perform "do-it-yourself"...
Page 381 354705 1 1995 and CPCH-095 Order Form for Past Model Owner’s Literature Prior NOTE: Owner Literature Portfolios, Vehicle and Owner Information Labels and Gold Keys are available by contacting your Cadillac dealership. SERVICE MANUALS DESCRIPTION DeviIle/Concours/EIdorado/Seville Service Information Manual (Includes Book 1 & 2) (Available 5/95) Fleetwood Service Information Manual (Includes Book 1 &...
Page 382 Pricing and ordering information for GM Service Bulletin Subscriptions Service Bulletin Index: A listing of all Service Bulletins released by Cadillac during the model year listed. For 1994, the index contains a listing of all Service Bulletins released by General Motors.
Page 383 NOTE: Please fill in Cadillac Service Publications Post ORDER TOLL FREE: 11800-782-4356 MondayFriday 8 0 0 A.M.-6:00 P.M. EST further information is needed, write to the address shown above of Orders cannot be returned without prior authorization. ?rims are subject change without notice and incurring obligation.
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Page 393 SEVILLE INDEX AC Overheat-AC Off Message Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid Brake Fluid Electrical Equipment Engine Coolant Engine Oil Power Steering Fluid Sound Equipment Windshield Washer Fluid ......... . . Air Bag How Does It Restrain How It Works...
Page 394 Astroroof Audio Systems Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror Automatic Door Locks Automatic Inside Rearview Mirror Automatic Pull-Down Feature Automatic Transaxle Chart Fluid Average Fuel Economy Display Avg Mph Reset. Driver Information Center Battery Charge Light No Charge Message Power Loss Replacement. Keyless Entry Volts High Message Volts Low Message Warnings...
Page 395 Capacities and Specifications Carbon Monoxide Cassette Tape Player Care Center Console Center Passenger Position Certificationnire Label ........Chains.
Page 396 The Inside of Your Cadillac The Outside of Your Cadillac ......... . .
Page 397 ........Defogger. Rear ......... . Defroster Delco Bose Gold Series Music System Display On/Off Button.
Page 398 Identification Lubrication System Chart Overheating Running It While You’re Parked Speed Limiter Specifications Starting Temperature Warning Light Engine Oil Adding Additives Checking Life Monitor Display Light What Kind to Use What to do with Used Oil When to Change Englishmetric Button Ethanol (In Fuel) Exhaust, Engine Exhaust Systems Chart...
Page 399 Front De-Ice ..........Fuel Data Panel Door Release...
Page 400 HomeLink Universal Transmitter ........Hood Release .
Page 401 Lights Air Bag Readiness Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Battery Charge Brake System Warning Engine Oil Warning Engine Temperature Warning Safety Belt Reminder Service Engine Soon ......... . . Lighter Loading Your Vehicle Locks...
Page 402 Net. Convenience Neutral (N) Position. Automatic Transaxle New Vehicle “Break-In’’ Night Vision Odometer Odometer. Trip Off-Road Recovery Engine Life Indicator Life Left Reset. Driver Information Center Opener. Garage Door Ordering. Service Information Outlet, Rear Seat Air Outside Air Overdrive Position. Automatic Transaxle Overheated Engine Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode Paint Spotting.
Page 403 Seat Seat Controls Seatback Recliner Steering Steering Fluid Windows Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts Problems on the Road Publications. Service and Owner Pull-Down Feature. Automatic Radios Rain. Driving In Reading Lamps Rear Compartment Fuse Block Defogger Door Security Locks Fog Lamps Seat Air Outlet Seat Outside Position Seat Passengers...
Page 404 Retained Accessory Power Reverse. (R) Position. Automatic Transaxle Road Sensing Suspension Rocking Your Vehicle Rotation. Tire Safety Belt Extender Safety Belt Reminder Light Safety Belts Adults Care of Center Passenger Position Driver Position Extender How to Wear Properly Incorrect Usage Lap Belt Lap-Shoulder Lap-Shoulder Belt...
Page 405 Now-Refer to Owners Manual Message Parts Identification Label Ride Control Message Vehicle Soon Message Work. Doing Your Own Your Air Bag-Equipped Cadillac Service and Appearance Care Service and Owner Publications Sheet Metal Damage Shift Lever. Console Shift Lever. Steering Column Shifting.
Page 406 Stop Engine Engine Overheated Message Stop Engine Low Oil Pressure Message Storage Armrest. Rear Seat Storage. Of Your Vehicle Stuck. If You Are Sunglasses Storage Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) Surge lknk Pressure Cap Suspension. Road Sensing Symbols. Vehicle Tachometer Taillamps. Bulb Replacement Tape Player Care Temperature Theft...
Page 407 TopStrap ........Torque Lock Torque.
Page 408 Vehicle Control of Damage Warnings Dimensiom Chart Identification Number Leaving Your ........Loading .

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Page 12: Table Of Contents

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