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Summary of Contents for Cadillac 1997 Eldorado

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  • Page 6 Here the manual tells you how to keep your Cadillac running properly Customer Assistance InfmmtiaPm This section tells you how to contact Cadillac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 7- 12.
  • Page 7 “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Cadillac Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your Cadillac, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it.
  • Page 9 Henry M. Leland, founder of Cadilhc, stands beside the dB05 “Osceok” which was built to evaluate the feasibility of a closed bodied car...
  • Page 10 191 2 models. Cadillac is the only American manufacturer to win this honor and the only manufacturer in the world to win it twice. As Few automobiles are fortunate enough to have the rich heritage that is Cadiilac.
  • Page 11 From this achievement evolved the reference to Cadillac as “Standard of the World.” In 1909 Cadillac was purchased by the then new General Motors Corporation. Convenience, cleanliness and all- weather comfort were...
  • Page 12 Cadillacs beginning with the which 1915 model. Many Cadillac “fists” have followed over the years, including the synchro-mech clashless transmission, a nationwide comprehensive service policy, security plate Ullass, chrome plating and the first car to be designed by a stylist (1927 LaSalle/Harley Earl).
  • Page 13 There are, to be sure, many ways to describe superlative motor “majesty,” “brilliance” fullest meaning, to this new Cadillac. And yet, from this wonderful vocabulary, we selected “elegance” as the word characterizes the Cadillac of 1960. The beautiful, clean-lined styling is certainly elegant beyond compare.
  • Page 14 For the 1948 model, Cadillac introduced the legendary tail fin which once more set the trend styling for nearly two decades. This was closely followed with the two door hardtop Coupe DeVille and the industry’s first modern overhead valve, high compression V8 engine on the I949 model.
  • Page 15 Car of the Year, 74.. , , I ’ For more than nine decades Cadillac has been a leader in quality and technical innovation. Now more than ever, * . ’ ; ‘ I Cadillac is “Creating a Higher Standard.”...
  • Page 16 Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.
  • Page 17 In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would Also, in this book you will find these notices: be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage.
  • Page 18 Vehicle Symbo1s These some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, These symbols are important these symbols are used on an you and your passengers original battery: whenever your vehicle is CAUTION driven: POSSIBLE INJURY DOOR LOCK PROTECT UNLOCK EYES BY...
  • Page 20 Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Cadillac and how to use your safety belts properly. learn about some things you should Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone Many 1-12 Here Are Questions Safety Belts...
  • Page 21 This section tells you about the power seats adjust them, and also about reclining front seatbacks, lumbar adjustments, head restraints, heated seats and seatback latches. The power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the front seat cushion. how to Move the front of the control in the direction of the arrows to adjust the front portion of the cushion up...
  • Page 22 The lumbar control is located on the outboard side of each front seat. It provides additional support to your lower back and it works independently of the other seat controls. Use the power seat control first to get the proper position. Then proceed with the Bumbar adjustment.
  • Page 23 You can also recall a seat and mirror position if your vehicle is not in PARK ( I ? ) . Press and hold either the 1 or 2 button until seat and mirror movement is complete. Releasing the buttons will stop adjustment. The EXIT button can be programmed to allow easy exit for up to two drivers.
  • Page 24 The control is located in the center console. Move the switch to LO or HI to turn the heating elements in the seat. The EO setting warms the seatback and cushion until the seat approximates body temperature. The HI setting heats the seat to a slightly higher temperature.
  • Page 25 don't have a seatback reclined if your vehcle is moving. 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.
  • Page 26 Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. The head restraints tilt forward and rearward also. If the seatback isn9t locked, it could move forward in sudden stop or crash.
  • Page 27 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 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR), or a i r bag system. Don’t let anyone ride where he o r she can’t wear a safety belt properly.
  • Page 28 Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety Belt Reminder Eight” in the Index.) In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one.
  • Page 29 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider someone on it. doesn’t stop.
  • Page 30 ...,..I ..- . . , . .. or the instrument panel The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, could be the windshield...
  • Page 31 the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down get more time to stop. stop over and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why make belts such good sense. safety Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an .accident could be belt or not:But...
  • Page 32 Be aware that there belts and children. And there are different rules children and babies. If a child will be riding in your Cadillac, see the part of this manual called “Children.” k m ) Follow those rules for everyone’s protection.
  • Page 33 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Full up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender’’...
  • Page 34 Your car has a shoulder belt tightness adjustment feature. the shoulder belt seems too tight, adjust it before you begin to drive. 1. Sit well back in the seat. 2. Start pulling the shoulder belt out. . , . . . 3.
  • Page 35 what’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. can be serioasly hurt if your shoulder belt‘ is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury- The shoulder belt should fit against your alIow mm) of slack4...
  • Page 36 The belt is buckled in the wrong place. You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
  • Page 37 The shoulder belt is worn under be worn over the shoulder at all times. You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. body wodd move too far forward, which woukI increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the sibs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
  • Page 38 The belt is twisted across the body. CAUTION: YQU can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. a belt is twisted, make it straight it can work properly, or ask your dealer to f i x...
  • Page 39 To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
  • Page 40 This part explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system or air bag system. Your Cadillac has two air bags one air bag for driver and another air bag for the right front passenger. Here are the most important things to know about the air...
  • Page 41 Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re close to an inflating air bag, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with air bags.
  • Page 42 Where are the air bags? The driver’s a i r bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on passenger’s side.
  • Page 43 A-CAUTION.: ....If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear.
  • Page 44 ow does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually.
  • Page 45 Do not open or break the air bag covering. 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 46 It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear hurt seat are more often in crashes wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts.
  • Page 47 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle; tilt end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
  • Page 48 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, 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.
  • Page 49 assenger Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position, you have lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt.
  • Page 50 To make the belt shorter, pull, its free end a s s-bwn until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly...
  • Page 51 Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehic1e.A baby doesn’t weigh much crash. During a crash a baby will become CAUTION: (Continued) heavy you can’t ho1d:it. For example, i n at only will suddenly become a 240-1b. (110;kg) force on arms.
  • Page 52 Be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If will have a label saying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in booklet, or both.
  • Page 53 If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Cadillac dealer to put want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how to do Canadian law requires that child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored.
  • Page 54 3. Pick up the Iatch plate, and run lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned would able...
  • Page 55 To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let go back all the way.
  • Page 56 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say.
  • Page 57 To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why: A child in a rearfacing child restraint can be seriously injured if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates.
  • Page 58 4. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap 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 59 7. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 8. Push and pull the child restraint in different 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.
  • Page 60 Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. e Children who aren’t buckled up can be a crash. aren’t buckled up can strike other Children people who are.
  • Page 61 Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part child. If the child wears the belt in a crash the child might slide under the belt’s force would then be applied right on.the child’s abdomen.
  • Page 62 If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t Bong 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, extender will be long enough for you.
  • Page 64 2-3 1 Shifting Out of PARK (P) 2-3 1 Parking Over Things That 2-32 Engine Exhaust 2-32 Running Your Engine While You’re Parked option,al features on your Cadillac, and information on starting, 2-33 2-35 2-42 System 2-47 2-49 2-55 Equipped)
  • Page 65 Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. I f they turned the ignition to and moved the shift ( P ) ,...
  • Page 66 The square key is for the When a new CadilIac is delivered, the dealer removes ignition only. It the plug from the door key. The plug has a code on it has a resistor pellet which that tells the dealer or a qualified locksmith how part of the vehicle’s make extra keys.
  • Page 67 N’: Unlocked doors can e dangerous. especially sc ildren Passengers open the doors asld fall out. When a door is locked, the inside le won’t Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you sllow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
  • Page 68 Press the power door lock switch. to lock or unlock both doors at once. Close your doors and turn on the ignition. Every time PARK (P), you move the shift lever out of doors will lock. The doors will unlock every time you stop the vehicle and move the shift lever into PARK (P).
  • Page 69 A “yes” or “no” response must be made after each prompt is displayed in order to continue on to the next prompt or personalization feature. Press the TRIP SET (TRIP RESET) button to choose yes, press the RESET (INFO RESET) button to choose no or press the INFORMATION (INFO) button to “skip”...
  • Page 70 Check the location. Other vehicles be blocking the signal. Fdke a few steps to or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again. If you’re still having trouble, see your Cadillac dealer a qualified technician for service. the transmitter does...
  • Page 71 Continue to hold both buttons for approximately three seconds. See your Cadillac dealer for service if your transmitter still doesn’t work properly. This personalization feature allows the driver to program the parlung lamps to blink or to remain off when the lock or unlock buttons o m the RISE transmitter are pressed.
  • Page 72 REMOTE FLASH LIGHTS When display, press the yes button to program the parking lamps to blink once when the lock button on the RKE transmitter is pressed and to blink twice when the unlock button is pressed. If you don’t want the parking lamps to blink when using the the no button.
  • Page 73 To begin programming, check the back of the RKE transmitter to verify that the correct driver is selected. Press the INFORMATION (INFO) and RESET (INFO RESET) buttons at the same time for about two seconds. As mentioned, memory recall is the fourth feature to appear.
  • Page 74 1. Use the round end of the door key or a coin to pry open the transmitter. 2. Remove the battery and replace it with a CR2032 battery. Using the wrong size battery can damage th transmitter. Make sure the battery is positioned witk the “plus”...
  • Page 75 -A..CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CB) gas can come into your vehicle. You c m 9 t see CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the...
  • Page 76 TRUNK SPARE S P A R E If equipped, the optional trunk storage system can D e used to organize many different items inside the trunk. To install the storage system: Pull the carpeting the retainer (center dial) on the compact spare tire ACCESS PANEL cover counterclockwise to remove it.
  • Page 77 The following steps explain how to remove the trunk storage system for cleaning or in case you need to access the spare tire. Follow all of these steps if the storage system is in the closed position. Begin with Step 2 if the system is already open.
  • Page 78 Vehicle theft Although your Cadillac has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an...
  • Page 79 Lock the glove box. Lock all the doors except the driver’s. Then take the door key and remote keyless entry transmitter with you. If the ignition is off and either door is open, the SECURITY light will flash, reminding you to activate the system (the light will SECURITY also flash if the battery...
  • Page 80 “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index. the fuse does not need to be replaced, need to have your Cadillac serviced. To reduce the possibility of theft, always activate the optional theft-deterrent system when leaving your vehicle.
  • Page 81 Your vehicle will restart if you turn it off, car, however, your vehicle may be unprotected. See your Cadillac dealer for service. If an ignition key is lost or damaged, see your Cadillac dealer or a locksmith to have a new key made. your vehicle needs...
  • Page 82 ~~~~~~~~ Your modern Cadillac doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in? But it will perform better run if you follow these guidelines: at any Don’t drive one speed slow for the first 508 miles Don’t make full-throttle starts. Avoid making hard stops for the first...
  • Page 83 This is the position for driving. START (E): This starts the engine. Accessory The following accessories on your Cadillac may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned from RUN to OFF: Radio e Power Windows...
  • Page 84 Move your shift lever to PARK (B) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, NEUTRAL (N) only. Don9$ try t0 shift (P) if &O If you do, you could damage the is moving.
  • Page 85 In very cold weather, WF 18 "C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You'll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. 1.
  • Page 86 Instead trying to list everything here, we ask that your Cadillac dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.
  • Page 87 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your Cadillac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is the RUN position.
  • Page 88 OVERDRIVE This position is for normal driving. (@): you need more power for passing, and you’re: than 35 Going less km/h), push accelerator pedal about halfivay down. a Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) accelerator all the way down. transaxle will shift down to the next gear and have more power.
  • Page 89 FIRST (I): This position gives than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. (If the shift lever is put in FIRST (I), the transaxle won’t shift into gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.) If your front wheels can’t rotate, don’t try to drive.
  • Page 90 Reach under the driver‘s side of the instrument panel and pull on the manual release lever, which is located above the parking brake pedal. If the parking brake does not release, you should either drive to the nearest service station or have vehicle towed.
  • Page 91 (P): be dangerous to get. out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK Your parking brake firmly set. vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly..You or others could be injured.
  • Page 92 Move the lever up as far as it will go With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down, set the parking brake. 2. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 3. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
  • Page 93 It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddedy i€ the shift lever is not fully in PARK with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it c d d overheat and even catch fire.
  • Page 94 Your Cadillac has a Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK is in the RUN position. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on...
  • Page 95 kill. Engine exhaust can It contains the gas carbon monoxide (COj, which you can’t see or smell. It Can cause unconsciousnessand death. YOU might have exhaust coming in if: your exhaust system. sounds strange Werent. Your vehicle gets rusty’underneath. Your vehicle was damaged in Your vehicle was damaged when high p i n t s on the road or over road debris.
  • Page 96 It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is have to. running unless you y d v e left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
  • Page 97 EX~ESS-DOWR Whdow This feature is present on the driver’s power window. Pressing the control rearward into the second position then releasing it will lower the window completely. If you want to stop the window as it is lowering, press control forward. Press t h e control, the window.
  • Page 98 To signal a move the lever a l l the way up or down. turn, The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete. An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change.
  • Page 99 This lets you use the high-beam headlamps to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass. Pull the turn signal lever toward you to use. When you do: the headlamps are either off or the high-beam headlamps will turn on. They’ll stay on as long as you hold the lever there.
  • Page 100 MIST: Turn the band toward you and then release it for. a single wipe cycle. For more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer. LO or H I : T u r n band away from you to either (low speed) or to HI (high speed), depending on the wiper speed want.
  • Page 101 The Rainsense system can be activated by turning the wiper stalk to one of the five sensitivity levels within the AUTO DELAY area. The AUTO DELAY position is the lowest sensitivity setting. This closest to allows more water to collect on the windshield between wipes.
  • Page 102 With cruise control, you can maintain 25 mph (40 k m / h ) or more, without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph lun/h).
  • Page 103 you leave your cruise contrd switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit into cruise whew don’t want to. YQU c d d be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise contrdi switch off until 2. Accelerate to the speed you want. button want to use Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 104 Setting the cruise control at a desired speed and then applying the brake will end the cruise function. Once you're going about 25 mph (40 krn/h) or more, Remember, if you hold the switch at WA longer than half a second, the vehicle will accelerate until you release the switch or apply the brake.
  • Page 105 asshg Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. Using Cruise Control on How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills.
  • Page 106 Full the lamp control knob out to the first stop to turn on the parking and taillamps, sidemarker lamps and instrument panel lights. Pull the knob out all the way to turn on the headlamps. Push the control knob all the way back in to turn the lamps and lights off.
  • Page 107 When the twilight sentinel switch is on and it’s dark enough outside, the high-beam headlamps (at reduced intensity) will turn off and normal low-beam headlamp operation will occur. When the twilight sentinel switch is on and it’s bright enough outside, the regular lamps will go off, and the high-beam headlamps at reduced brightness will take over for the DRL.
  • Page 108 light Sentinel The control is next to the .headlamp knob. It automatically switches the’lamps by sensing how dark it is outside. To operate the twilight sentinel, leave the lamp knob off and move the TWILIGHT control to any position but OFF. If you move: the control: all the way to the right, the lamps will remain on for approximately three rninutes after the ignition has been turned to the OFF or LOCK...
  • Page 109 The following chart shows what lamps are controlled by the twilight sentinel in various conditions: Must be in PARK (P) Not in PARK (P) Reminder message will be displayed if not in PARK (P) **** Lamps turn on automatically if twilight switch is on and windshield wipers activated...
  • Page 110 The light sensor for the DRL and the twilight sentinel is located in the center of the fiont defogger grrlle. the sensor, it will read “dark” and the lamps will come on. If the manual park lamp control has been left on, the exterior lamps will turn off approximately 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to LOCK or ACCESSORY.
  • Page 111 The reading lamps are located in the roof. These lamps and the interior courtesy lamps come on when either door is opened and it is dark outside. Press turn them on. Press it again to turn them off. If the reading lamps are left on, they automatically shut off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off.
  • Page 112 FEATURE appears when a yes response is made FEATURE shows when a no response Since this is the last personalization feature available, a yes or no response will end out of the Once the battery guard has been programmed, your vehicle will enter the storage mode about 20 minutes after the ignition key been turned off.
  • Page 113 Press the button at the base of the mirror to turn on the automatic feature. The button has an indicator light to show it is on. Press the button to turn the automatic feature off. Time; Delay This'feature prevents rapid changing of the mirror from the night mode to the day mode as.
  • Page 114 This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare when set in the M (Mirror) or C / M (Compass/Mirror) positions. One photocell on the back of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside. Another photocell is built into the mirror surface to sense headlamps behind OFF: This setting turns off the dayhight function...
  • Page 115 This feature prevents rapid changing the night mode to the day mode as you drive under lights and through. traffic. The reverse mode is another important feature of the automatic mirror. When the shift lever is placed in REVERSE (R), the mirror changes to the'day mode. This gives you a bright image in the mirror as you back up.
  • Page 116 Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north. In some the difference between areas, 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: Find your location on the zone map.
  • Page 117 Your Cadillac has an electric mirror control located on the driver’s door armrest. Move the switch in the middle of the control to choose the right or left mirror. To adjust the mirror, push the arrow control in the direction want the mirror to go.
  • Page 118 Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. This mirror does not have a dimming feature. vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on right.
  • Page 119 The mini console comes with a storage tray, a storage compartment for CDs or tapes unfolds for use. The full console includes a storage compartment for C D ~ or tapes and an optional phone, an arrnrest and a cupholder. The cupholder can be opened by pressing on the surface panel located in front of the armrest.
  • Page 120 The net is not for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can. When not using the net, hook the net to the tabs securing it to the sill plate. With the full console, press on the cover, which is located below the climate control system, to reveal the front ashtray.
  • Page 121 For your convenience, a garment hook is attached to the assist handle. 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.
  • Page 122 The express-open astroroof provides an feel to your vehicle's interior and can also increase ventilation.. It inchdes a sliding glass, panel and a sliding sunshade. The control switch only works when the ignition is on or when the RAP is active. Press the switch rearward and release to express-open the and sunshade.
  • Page 123 This transmitter allows you to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand-held transmitters. It will operate garage doors and gates, or with the accessory package, other devices controlled by radio frequency such as home/office lighting systems. The transmitter will learn and transmit the frequencies of most current transmitters and is powered by your vehicle’s battery and charging system.
  • Page 124 The universal transmitter may not work with older garage door openers that do not meet current Federal Consumer Safety Standards. If you cannot program the transmitter after repeated attempts, consult Cadillac dealer. over end...
  • Page 125 Be sure to keep the original hand-held transmitter in case you need to erase and reprogram the universal transmitter. Note Canadian Owners: During programming, the hand-held transmitter may stop transmitting after one or two seconds. If you are programming from one of these transmitters, you should press and re-press the button on the hand-held transmitter every two seconds without ever releasing the button on the universal transmitter.
  • Page 126 If after following these instructions you still have problems training the garage door opener, consult your Cadillac dealer. color of the button your To erase all three programmed channels, hold down the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash.
  • Page 128 Steering Columi Shift Lever Electronic Climate Controls Radio Passenger’s Side Air Bag know at a glance how your Cadillac 10. Lamp Controls 11. W A C Steering Wheel Controls (or Cellular Telephone Controls, If Equipped) 12. Hood Release 13. Horn 14.
  • Page 129 6 2 9 ~ 1 Ic-71 DISPLAY ONIOFF INFORMATION United States version shown, Canadian similar...
  • Page 131 eter The speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). YOU may wonder what happens if a vehicle has to have a new odometer installed.
  • Page 132 With the digital cluster, you can go back and forth from English (miles) to metric (kilometers) by pressing this button. For analog clusters, press the INFO button until ENGLISHh4ETRIC RESET displays and then press INFO RESET to select. Note that other readings such as temperature, fuel and trip odometer also go back and forth between English...
  • Page 133 This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury.
  • Page 134 Cadillac to the dealer at once. To save your take battery until you get there, turn off all accessories.
  • Page 135 System 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. For good braking though, you need both parts working well. warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem.
  • Page 136 Then start the engine again to reset the system. 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 137 If the regular brake system warning light is also on, you don’t have anti-lock brakes and there’s a problem with your regular brakes. See “Brake System Warning Light” earlier in this section. The anti-lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN.
  • Page 138 This light tells you that the engine has overheated. You should stop the car and turn the engine off as soon as possible. A warning chme should also sound if this light comes on. As a check, the light should come on for a few seconds when you start your engine.
  • Page 139 Your Cadillac is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission SERVICE ENGINE SOON This system is called OBD 1 1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
  • Page 140 the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: Reducing vehicle speed. Avoiding hard accelerations. Avoiding steep uphill grades. If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, the Light Is On Steady”...
  • Page 141 This light tells you could be a problem with your engine oil pressure. The light goes on when you turn your key to RUN or START. It goes off once you start your engine. That’s a check to be sure the light works. If be sure to have it fixed so it will be there to warn you if something goes wrong.
  • Page 142 PREMIUM UNLEADED FUEL ONLY Digital Cluster The fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank. It works only when the ignition is in the RUN position. On the digital cluster, if the fuel level is within approximately two gallons (7.6 L) of being full, the letter F is shown.
  • Page 143 Digital Cluster For vehicles equipped with an analog cluster (not shown), fuel data can be obtained by pressing the INFO button. See “Analog Control Buttons” later in this section. The fuel data panel tells you all you need to know about the fuel economy and how far you can travel with the fuel remaining.
  • Page 144 river The DIC display gives you the status of many of your vehicle’s systems. The DIC is also used to display driver personalization features and warning/status messages. Your vehicle may be equipped with the following features that can be individually customized for up to two drivers.
  • Page 145 TIMER button to start the timing feature. Press the TIMER button again to stop it. If you will be starting and stopping your Cadillac, during the TIMER feature will automatically start timing where it left off when you last stopped. To reset it, press and hold the RESET button until the display reads TIMER 0O:OO:OO.
  • Page 146 INFO RESET button to start the timing feature. Press the INFO RESET button again to stop it. If you will be starting and stopping your Cadillac, during a trip for instance, the TIMER feature will automatically start timing where it left off when you last stopped. To reset...
  • Page 147 OIL LIFE LEFT (Reset): Press the display the OIL LIFE LEFT, then press and hold the INFO RESET button until 100% OIL displayed. (This only needs to be reset after you have had the oil changed.) ENGLISWMETRIC (Reset): Press the INFO button to display ENGLISIWMETFUC RESET, then press INFO RESET button to select.
  • Page 148 BATTERY NO CHARGE 87: T h s appear if the battery is not being charged. Have the electrical system checked by your Cadillac dealership at your earliest convenience. BATTERY VOLTS HIGH This message shows that the electrical charging system is overcharging (more than 16 volts).
  • Page 149 Check the brake reservoir level and add fluid as needed. Have the brake system serviced by a Cadillac technician as soon as possible. If the brake warning light is on, follow the directions that part.
  • Page 150 See your Cadillac dealership for service. PCM FAULT Control Module (PCM) has shorted or is loose when this message appears. Have your Cadillac serviced by your dealership at once. REDUCED ENGINE POWER informs the driver, that due to wheel slippage, your vehicle is reducing engine power to compensate for the loss of traction.
  • Page 151 83: There is a problem with Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (air bag) system when this message appears. Let only a qualified technician work on your vehicle. See your Cadillac dealership for service at once. SERVICE BRAKE FLUID SWITCH in the brake fluid detection circuit causes this message to display if the ignition is in the RUN position.
  • Page 152 This stability enhancement system activates when the computer senses that your Cadillac is just starting to spin, as it might a patch of ice or other slippery spot on the road. When the system is on, you may hear a noise or feel a vibration in the brake pedal.
  • Page 153 TOP SPEED FUEL CUT-OFF will appear when the PCM senses that the maximum speed for your Cadillac has been reached. The speed of your vehicle will decrease several mph as the fuel supply is cutoff. This allows your vehicle to stay operating range.
  • Page 154 The PCM determines the speed your vehicle is limited to. Have your Cadillac serviced if this message appears. W R Y LOW REFRIGERANT A/C COMPRESSOR 12: This message means that the air conditioning...
  • Page 155 Always keep a written record of the mileage and date more information, see when you changed your oil. the Cadillac Maintenance Schedule booklet. If you see CHECK OIL LEVEL, it means that you have less than percent of the oil life left and you should consider changing your engine oil.
  • Page 156 In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your Cadillac. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Climate Control Panel Electronic Solar Sensor Air Conditioning...
  • Page 157 Your Electronic Climate Control (ECC) system uses ozone-friendly R- 134a refrigerant. With the ECC system, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your Cadillac. Your vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system described later in this section.
  • Page 158 With this dual-zone feature, the right front passenger can control the temperature of air for hisher own zone. The passenger can select a four degree warmer or cooler temperature from the driver's setting. To turn the system on, press the PASS/TEMP button. Press the up arrow to increase the temperature and press the down arrow to decrease the climate setting.
  • Page 159 With the automatic setting, the air conditioning compressor automatically cycles when needed to cool air. In cold weather, when the system senses the need for heat, the airflow will be directed out the floor outlets. As the interior temperature approaches a desired setting, the blower speed will decrease.
  • Page 160 DEFROST: Press this button to quickly remove fog or frost from the windshield. This setting sends most the airflow to the windshield with only a small amount to the floor outlets. FAN SPEEDS: Press the button with the fan symbol on it until AUTO is displayed on the screen.
  • Page 161 The sensor monitors the sun’s solar radiation located on top of the instrument panel near the windshield. The ECC system uses this information to automatically make the necessary temperature and airflow ‘adjustments to maintain your comfort. Air Conditioning On hot. days,.open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape.
  • Page 162 Your Cadillac’s flow-through ventilation system supplies outside into the vehicle when it is moving. a i r Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running. The front outlets are located in the center and at each side of the instrument panel.
  • Page 163 Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of the windows. When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, adjust the fan to the highest speed for a few moments before driving off.
  • Page 164 2 located on driver’s door. dio sys Your Cadillac. audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first.
  • Page 165 For information on the compact disc player, see "Trunk Mounted CD Changer'' later in this section. the %dis Playing PWWOL: Press this knob lightly to release it from its stored position. The system will turn again to turn system off. To increase volume, turn the T u r n knob clockwise.
  • Page 166 The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press BANI3 to select FMl or FM2. A M , 3.
  • Page 167 laying Caslsette With the radio on, insert a cassette tape. The tape will begin playing as soon as it is inserted. While the tape is playing, use the VOL, FADE, BAL, BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio. Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted.
  • Page 168 SOURCE: Press this button to switch from radio to cassette tape play. If no cassette tape is in the tape player, CASS appears on the display and then the radio station appears briefly. The display then reverts back to showing the time of day. Press this button again or BAND to switch back to the radio.
  • Page 169 Finding Station BAND: Press this button to select AM, FMl or FM2 and preset stations. SEEK-TUNE: Press and release ths button to seek to the next higher or lower radio station. Pressing and holding this button until a chime sounds puts the radio in a tune mode.
  • Page 170 Setting the BASS: Press this h o b lightly so knob clockwise to increase and counterclockwise to decrease bass. TREB: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob clockwise to increase and counterclockwise to decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, want to decrease the treble.
  • Page 171 REVi Press the left arrow to reverse the tape rapidly. Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play while the tape reverses and REV will appear on the display. You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in REV mode.
  • Page 172 For information on the compact disc player, see ‘‘Trunk Mounted CD Changer” later in this section. this knob lightly to release it from its stored position. The system will turn again to turn the system off. To increase volume, knob clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume.
  • Page 173 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons until you hear a chime. A preset number will appear on the display. The sound will mute. When it returns, release the button. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
  • Page 174 UM: T h s setting is similar to LIVE, however, more echo is present. The AUDITORIUM settings are best used for music. LEVEL: Press the plus or minus symbol on this button to adjust the amount of effect desired when in DSP mode.
  • Page 175 Press the left m o w to reverse the tape rapidly. Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play while the tape reverses and REV will appear on the display. You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in REV mode.
  • Page 176 .. . With the compact disc changer, you can play up to 12 discs continuously. Normal size discs may be played using the trays supplied in the magazine. The small discs (8 cm) can be played only with specially designed trays. Objects in the trunk which may shift or slide during driving could damage your CD changer.
  • Page 177 Once have loaded the discs in the magazine, slide open the door of the compact disc (CD) changer. Push the magazine into the changer in the direction of the arrow marked on top of the magazine. Close the door sliding it all the way to the left. If the door is left partially open, the changer will not operate and an error will occur.
  • Page 178 Whenever a-CD magazine.with discs will changer, the symbol appear If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs, the CD symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play. When a CD begins playing, a disc and track number will be displayed.
  • Page 179 1 or 2 located on the driver’s door. Your Cadillac has a “built-in” theft-deterrent feature on each radio that is automatic there is no programming required. The radio in your Cadillac cannot be used in any other vehicle besides another Cadillac if it were be removed. will...
  • Page 180 VQLBJME: arrow lever to increase volume and the down arrow lever to decrease volume. SELECT: When listening to the radio, press the up or down arrow lever to tune to the next or previous preset radio station (factory presets which have not been reprogrammed with your stations will be ignored).
  • Page 181 TO help avoid hearing loss or damage: Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear Comfortably and clearly. A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, mined cassettes or a damaged mechanism.
  • Page 182 Some cleaning cassettes or CD adapter kits may appear as a broken tape. the cleaning cassette is ejected immediately from the tape player, follow these steps for the TAPE CLEAN OVE E. Turn the ignition to RUN or ACC. 2. Turn the radio off. 3.
  • Page 183 4. Wipe dry with a clean cloth. down by Make antenna up and radio or ignition off and on. 6. Repeat if necessary. Don't lubricate the power antenna. Lubrication could damage it. turning Before entering an automatic car wasn, turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down.
  • Page 186 Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking 4-10 Steering 4- 13 Off-Road Recovery Passing 4-13 Loss of Control 4- 14 Driving at Night Driving in City Driving...
  • Page 187 Please start very important safety device in your Cadillac: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.”...
  • Page 188 Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision Attentiveness.
  • Page 189 It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 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 somewhat lower BAC level.
  • Page 190 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision.
  • Page 191 .You have three systems that make your vehicle you want it to 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 more of those control systems than the tires and road c.an provide.
  • Page 192 Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking.
  • Page 193 ..Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an a n i m a l 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.
  • Page 194 Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
  • Page 195 should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow. See “Rocking Your Vehicle” in the Index.) To turn the system off, press TRAC OFF button located inside of the glove box. The TRACTION message will display on the Driver Information Center.
  • Page 196 It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here’s why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels.
  • Page 197 . But sometimes you can’t; there isn’t room. That’s the time for evasive action the problem. Your Cadillac can perfonn very well these. First apply your brakes. (See “Braking in Emergencies” earlier this section.) It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision.
  • Page 198 You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. SLOW DOWN surface edge of paved If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if therc is nothing in the way, steer that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
  • Page 199 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
  • Page 200 “overdriving” those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your Cadillac’s three control systems. In the bralung skid, your wheels aren’t rolling. In the steering or cornering shd, too...
  • Page 201 Night driving is more dangerous than reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired alcohol or with night vision problems, or by fatigue. drugs, 4-66 Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down other vehicles.
  • Page 202 No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. 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 203 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 204 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. CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents.
  • Page 205 Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often.
  • Page 206 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 Know the best way to get to where you are going.
  • Page 207 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. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
  • Page 208 Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Cadillac dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it. Here are some things you can check before a trip:...
  • Page 209 Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something.about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires road, the drone the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that...
  • Page 210 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. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle.
  • Page 211 ..Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in trunk. your . . . Include an ice scraper; a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, flashlight, a red cloth...
  • Page 212 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 213 Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though yonhave the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti-Lock’’ in the Index. Allow greater following distance on any slippery road.
  • Page 214 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.
  • Page 215 your engine 'only long'as you must. make fuel. When you run the engine, than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the-heat that you get You will battery charged. need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and.possibly.for signaling later on with your headlamps.
  • Page 216 MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS, CORP DATE GVWR GAWR GAWR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI- CABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver’s door.
  • Page 217 Pull a trailer only of them are steps in t h i s section. Ask your Cadillac dealer for advice and information about towing with your vehicle. NOTICE.: ...-,-...
  • Page 218 Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer” that appears later in this section. But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself.
  • Page 219 And, it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle. You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 30009 Van Dyke P.O. Box 9025...
  • Page 220 If you’re using a weight-carrying hitch, tongue (A) should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). If you have a weight-distributing hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 12 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper.
  • Page 221 You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer.
  • Page 222 When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher andor extra wiring. Check with your Cadillac dealer. The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn,...
  • Page 223 You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how to do it: 1 .
  • Page 226 Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle 5-16 Engine Overheating ’ 5-26 If a Tire Goes Flat 5-26 Changing a Flat Tire 5-36 Compact Spare Tire 5-37...
  • Page 227 ' ' . I Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off.
  • Page 228 This light on the instrument panel will flash, indicating hazard warning flashers will work once the button is pressed in regardless of the key position. h l l out on the collar to turn the flashers warning flashers are on, the turn signals won’t hazard work since they are already flashing.
  • Page 229 NO~TICE: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Trying start your Cadillac by pushing or pulling it won’t work and it could damage your vehicle. behind r n ) Batteries .&.
  • Page 230 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. Turn off the ignition both vehicles.
  • Page 231 Using a match near a battery can cause battery to explode. People have been hurt doing and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You don’t need to add water to the Delco Freedom@ battery. installed in every new GM vehicle.
  • Page 232 7. Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of vehicle with the dead battery.
  • Page 233 9. Now black negative to the good battery’s negative Don’t let the other end of the negative anything until the next step. The other end of the negative cable duesn go to the dead battery. It goes ‘t to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery.
  • Page 234 A. Heavy Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery to have a Cadillac dealer or a professional towing service tow your Eldorado. See “Roadside Service” in the Index. If your vehicle has been changed or modified since...
  • Page 235 Rear Towing To help avoid injury to you or others: Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck.
  • Page 236 CA,U vehicle ran fall from a car-carrier if it isn’t This adequately secured. can cause a ccollisiora, serious personal injury and vehicle damage. The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or steel cabIes before it is transported. Donst use substitutes (ropes, leather straps, canvas webbing, etc.) that can be edges underneath the towed vehicle.
  • Page 237 FrOne kph), 25 miles Tow Limits 35 mph .(56 NOTICE: k m ) Do not tow with sling type equipment or fascidfog lamp damage will occur. Use wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps.
  • Page 238 Attach T-hook chains on both sides, in the slotted holes in the bottom of the frame rails, behind the front wheels. These slots are be used when loading and securing to car-carrier equipment. Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each bwer control arm.
  • Page 239 NOTICE: Do not tow with sling type equipment or rear bumper valance damage will occur. Use wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle.
  • Page 240 Attach R-hook chains to the R-hook slots in the frame rails just ahead of the rear wheels on both sides. These slots are to be used when loading and securing to car-carrier equipment. Attach a separate safety chain around the end of each axle inboard of the spring.
  • Page 241 You will find an ENGINE COOLANT HOT-IDLE ENGINE message or a STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATED message on the Driver Information (IDIC). Center There is also engine temperature warning light andor gage on the instrument panel. See “Engine Coolant Temperature Warning “Engine Coolant Temperature Gage”...
  • Page 242 Steam from overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood, you keep driving when your engine is...
  • Page 243 If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high-speed driving. Idle for long periods in traffic.
  • Page 244 When you decide it’s lift the hood, here’s what safe to you’ll see: Tank with Pressire A. Coolant Surge B. Electric Engine Fans coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, &on”ido anything else UntiI it cools down.
  • Page 245 If it isn’t, the coolant level should be indicated by a CHECK LEVEL COOLANT message on the Driver Information Center. If it is, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in cooling system.
  • Page 246 If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at the proper level (2.5 inches (6.4 cm) below the base of the fill neck), add a 50/50 mixture of clean, water (preferably distilled) and DEX-COOL@ coolant 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 247 Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mix will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix. With plain water or the wrong mix, your engine could hot but you wouldn’t get the overheat warning.
  • Page 248 NOTICE: cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. use the recommended coolant. be burned if Spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn the engine parts are hot enough.
  • Page 249 m i x , 3. Then fill the coolant surge with the proper 2. Then keep turning the cap, but now push down tank up to the base of filler neck you turn Remove the pressure cap.
  • Page 250 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the until you can feel the upper engine and let it run radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fans. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower.
  • Page 251 It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out’’ while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a ”blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create pulls the vehicle toward that side.
  • Page 252 The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire... . . The equipmiifit you’ll need is in the trunk. Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk. Turn the retainer (center dial) on the compact spare cover counterclockwise to remove it.
  • Page 253 trunk. Lift up the tire to remove it fiom...
  • Page 254 The tools you'll be using include the jack (A) and the wheel wrench (B). There is a center wheel cover on the aluminum Using the flat end of the wheel wrench, gently pry the wheel cover off. Be careful not wheel edge and don't try wheel.
  • Page 255 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. 2. Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift head a few inches. Getting under a vehicle when it dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured killed.
  • Page 256 11.0 INCHES 5.5 INCHES (279 mm) (140 3. Position the jack under the vehicle and raise the jack lift head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearest the flat tire. the compact spare tire near you. 4.
  • Page 257 6. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. 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.
  • Page 258 8. Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 9. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly sequence as shown. Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. T h i s could lead to an accident.
  • Page 259 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. Wheel covers won't fit on your compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on your cornpact spare, you could damage the cover or the tire or other equipment...
  • Page 260 Secure tire with the retainer that was used to place. Store the cover as far forward compact spare as possible. hold Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone.
  • Page 261 The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can. See the storage instructions Babel to replace your compact spare into your trunk properly. Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it Check the inflation pressure regularly.
  • Page 262 Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles. And don’t your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They won’t fit. Keep your spare tire and its wheel together. Tire chains won’t fit your compact spare. Using them can damage your vehicie and can damage the chains too.
  • Page 263 Spinning wheels can destroy parts of your yoas vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels fast while shifting your transaxle back and ~ Q Q forth, you can destroy your transaxle. For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see “Tire Chains”...
  • Page 264 Here you will find information about the care of your Cadillac. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, 2nd a part devoted to its appearance care.
  • Page 265 If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll get the proper Cadillac Service Manual. It tells want to you much more about how to service your Cadillac than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index.
  • Page 266 Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with your Cadillac dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle. Use premium unleaded gasoline rated at 9 1 octane or higher.
  • Page 267 To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system, allowing your emission control system to function properly. Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the fuel.
  • Page 268 CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. on’$ smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasshe. The cap is behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of your vehicle.
  • Page 269 66hiss” noise stop. Then unscrew cap a l l the way. 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. more likely in...
  • Page 270 When you put the cap back on, turn (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make you fully install the cap. NOTICE: new cap, be sure to get the right If you need type. Your dealer can get one for wrong type, it may not fit or have proper venting, and your fuel tank and emissions system might be damaged.
  • Page 271 Pull the lever inside the vehicle to open the hood. It is located’on the lower left side of instrument panel. Then go to secondary hood release which is located under the front edge of the grille. Lift up on the release lever as you raise the hood.
  • Page 272 see: When you open the hood, you’ll A. Battery B. Coolant Fill Location C. Power Steering Fluid Before closing the hood, sure all filler caps D. Oil Fill Location E. Engine Oil Dipstick Location F. Brake Master Cylinder properly. Then pull the hood down and close it firmly. are on G.
  • Page 273 Turn the parking lamps on to operate the underhood lamp. The underhood lamp will come on when the hood is opened. FUEL ONLY @@BmaMm ...: ....”...
  • Page 274 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. en t If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil.
  • Page 275 The oil fill cap is located behind the radiator on the passenger’s side of the engine. counterclockwise to remove it. Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when you’re through.
  • Page 276 WEATHEW COLD WEATHE DO HOT 2OW-50 OTHER GRAOE OIL HOT RECOMMEHDED As shown in the chart, vehicle. However, you can use going to be colder than G O O F next oil change. When it's very cold, you should use SAE 5W-30.
  • Page 277 Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Cadillac dealer is ready to advise if you tlunk something should be added. Your Cadillac has an Oil Life Indicator. This feature will let you know when to change your oil and...
  • Page 278 The air cleaner is located next to the windshield washer fluid reservoir on the driver’s side of the engine. Be sure the engine has cooled before following these steps to replace the air cleaner filter: 1. Disconnect the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor from the base of the air cleaner.
  • Page 279 4. Unhook both air cleaner cover latches. One latch is located near the radiator hose (not shown) and, the other latch is located next to Pivot the cleaner and air duct assembly toward the front of the vehicle. Remove the cover. Take out the air cleaner filter and remove any loose debris that may be found laying in the IAT sensor.
  • Page 280 Follow these steps to reinstall the air cleaner assembly: Slide the air cleaner lid into the slots in the front edge of the air cleaner base. Pivot the air cleaner cover and the air duct assembly downward. Make sure that both latches are secure and fully engaged.
  • Page 281 See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Maintenance Schedule booklet. 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 282 Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid Bevel if you have been driving: When outside temperatures are above 90" F (32 At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic especially in hot weather. While pulling a trailer. To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180°F to 200"...
  • Page 283 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. ”he fluid level must be in the cross-hatched area. 4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in a11 the way. Replace the air cleaner assembly.
  • Page 284 Your vehicle is equipped with a transaxle fluid change indicator. A CHANGE TRANS FLUID message will display on the Driver Information Center (DIC) when the powertrain computer determines that the transaxle fluid needs to be changed or at each (160 km) interval, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 285 Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half DEX-COOL@ won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. CAUTION.: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid Bike alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mix will.
  • Page 286 The surge tank is located next to the engine block on the passenger's side of the engine. The cooling system is under a lot of pressure when it is hot. If the CHECK COOLANT LEVEL appears on the DIC, you will need to add coolant. Turning the surge engine...
  • Page 287 Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture at the surge but only when the t m k , engine is cool. You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.
  • Page 288 The power steering fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in thls system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. When the engine compartment is cool, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag.
  • Page 289 The windsheld washer fluid reservoir is located next to the air cleaner on the driver’s side of the engine. Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water.
  • Page 290 Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here. It with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
  • Page 291 What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid, such as Delco Supreme 11 No. 12377967). Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir.
  • Page 292 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 293 Every new Cadillac has a Delco Freedom@ battery. YOU never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom battery. Get one that has replacement number shown on the original battery’s label.
  • Page 294 For any section, contact your Cadillac dealer service department. CAUTION.:. Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package.
  • Page 295 2. Lift off the cover as shown. 3. Turn the headlamp housing socket counterclockwise lamp housing. to unlock the socket from the...
  • Page 296 ..4. Remove the headlamp housing socket. 5. After removing the wiring harness from the headlamp housing socket, replace the bulb and socket. Reconnect it to the wiring harness and reinstall the headlamp housing socket back into the headlamp assembly.
  • Page 297 1. The signal lamps located on the outboard turn side of the headlamps. To access, the lock tabs turn on the headlamp cover in the direction of the arrows and then lift off the cover (see Steps 1 and 2 under “Headlamps”).
  • Page 298 gh-Mounted Stoplamp (C 3. Replace the bulb. Reverse steps to reassemble the stoplamp assembly. 1. Lift the trim cover to remove. 2. Twist the socket counterclockwise and remove the socket and bulb from the housing.
  • Page 299 1. Open the trunk to gain access to 2. Remove the convenience net and pull the trim away to access the wing nuts. Remove the two wing nuts. Gently remove the lamp housing. lamp housing.
  • Page 300 It’s a good idea to clean ox replace the wiper blade assembly on a regular basis or when worn. For proper windshield wiper blade length and type, see Maintenance Replacement Parts” later in this section. To replace the wiper blade assembly: 1.
  • Page 301 Your new Cadillac 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. CAUTION:: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
  • Page 302 The Tire-Loading Information label, which is located on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than If you’ll be driving at speeds higher than 100 mph kmk) where it is legal, raise the cold inflation...
  • Page 303 Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they’re underinflated. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture.
  • Page 304 One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: You can see the indicators three...
  • Page 305 To find out what kind and size of tires the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, Get ones with that same Spec number.
  • Page 306 The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.) The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires.
  • Page 307 (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your Cadillac dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need. Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces.
  • Page 308 The wrong wheel (can also cause problems bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance the body and chassis. See “Changing Flat Tire” in the Index for more information.
  • Page 309 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 310 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label. Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge. Don’t saturate the material and don’t rub As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge to remove the suds.
  • Page 311 stains Nan-Greasy Stains caused by catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with COO^ water. 2. If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions described earlier.
  • Page 312 Use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use mild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth. Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the speaker won’t be damaged. Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap. If something gets on one of them and you need to use a solvent, follow these steps: I.
  • Page 313 If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner, Bon Ami@ Powder (non-scratching Bart glass cleaning powder), CM No.
  • Page 314 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” in the Index.) Your Cadillac has a “basecoatklearcoat” paint finish.
  • Page 315 Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Cadillac will repair, at no charge to the owner, new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 whichever occurs first.
  • Page 316 See your General Motors Parts Department for these products. ‘’*Not recommended for use on instrument panel vinyl. See “Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
  • Page 317 E N G I N E A 6 9 7 CODE MODEL YEAR This is the legal identifier for your Cadillac. It appears on a plate in the front comer of the instrument panel, on the driver's side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.
  • Page 318 Your vehcle has an air bag system. Before attempting ta add anything electrical to your Cadillac, see “Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Cadillac” in the Index. The headlamp wiring has an individual fuse which is...
  • Page 319 The MaxiFuses and relays are located next to the engine compartment fuse block on the driver’s side of the engine. If a MaxiFuse should blow, have your vehicle serviced by your Cadillac dealer immediately. 3548631 ,r\E RELAY CENTER IDENTIFICATION RELAY...
  • Page 320 Usage Fuse INADVERT Inadvertent Power Relay, Interior Lamps Fuse, Cigarette Lighter- 1 Fuse LAMPS Headlamp Wash Relay (Export), Headlamps FuseRelay, High/Low Beam Control Relay, Fog LampDRL Fuse, Hazard Fuse, Mirror Fuse, Inadvertent Power Relay, Right Left High Beam Fuse, Right Low Beam Fuse, Stop Fuse, Fog LampDRL Relays _ _ _ _ ~...
  • Page 321 ses a The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse.
  • Page 322 INT LPS CIG LTR1 ( i r i l I u n n ] L HDLP LO HDLP LO HDLP HI STOP HDLPS HAZARD MIRROR IGN O(ENG) FUSE CENTER IDENTIFICATION A/C COMP PCM(BAT) 0 0 0 A/C COMP Daytime Running Lamps Cornering Lamp Switch, Right and Left Cornering Lamps CQRLPS...
  • Page 323 Fuse Usage HAZARD Electronic Flasher Module, TumEIazard Switch, Right and Left Front Turn Lamps, Rear Turn Right and Left Right and Left Repeater Lamps (Export), Cluster Stoplarnp Switch, Centered STOP High-Mounted Stoplanlp (CHMSL), Turn Hazard Switch, A B S Controller, Stepper Motor Cruise Control, Right and Left Rear Stoplamps (Export) MIRROR...
  • Page 324 Fuse Usage TCC and Exterior Travel Brake PRWREV Switch, Reverse Relay, Right and Left Back-up Lamps, Electrochromatic Mirror (in Header), Park Relay, Brake Transaxle-Shift Interlock (BTSI) Switch, BTSI, PZM ECS* Transaxle Shift Solenoids, Mass Airflow, Canister Purge, PCM, Linear Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGW), Front Ignition- 1 Relay Torque Converter PCM (IGN)*...
  • Page 325 The fuse block is located on the front wall of the trunk (behind the rear seat) on the driver’s side. Lqosen the four trunk trim fasteners and pull the trim away from fuse block to gain access. RLY IGN 1 TURN CONSOLE uuuu---...
  • Page 326 Fuse Usage (Bose Wight and Left Hand Bose Relay, Right and Left Front Speakers Only)(Qptional) (Qn Door), Right and Left Rear Speakers RADIOPHONE Radio Receiver, Radio Interface Module (FtM)(Bose Only), Phone, DAB Relay, Trunk Release Relay, Fuel Door Release Relay, HighLow Beam Relay CLUSTER Steering Wheel Controls, Cluster...
  • Page 327 Fuse Usage CONVENC Trunk Release Relay, Trunk Release Solenoid, Fuel Door Release Relay, Fuel Filler Door Release Solenoid, Door Lock Relay, Left Front Door Motors, PZM, Door Unlock Relay BATT Driver and Passenger Seat Lumbar Switch (Optional), Driver and Passenger Seat Belt Comfort Solenoid, Memory Seat Module CV-RTD (CV-RSS)(ETC Only) Fuse...
  • Page 328 Application Headlamps Composite ..... . . Inner High Beam Outer Low Beam Front Turn Signal Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ... . . Rear Turn Signal and Taillamp Engine Specifications .
  • Page 329 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. Air Filter Element Fuel Filter Element Engine Oil Filter .
  • Page 330 Mere 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. Customer Satisfaction Procedure Address for Writing to Cadillac Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users...
  • Page 331 Cadillac dealers have facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information to promptly addressmy may. have. However, if a,concern has not concerns been resolved to your complete satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level.
  • Page 332 If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center, 24 hours day, by calling 1-800-458-8006. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
  • Page 333 ’lo speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment availabk at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Cadillac by dialing: 1-800-833-CMCC. (TTY users in...
  • Page 334 Cadillac's exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac owner with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and, when appropriate, a Cadillac trained dealer technician who can provide on-site service. Each technician travels with a specially equipped...
  • Page 335 performed on site for the Emergency Road Service following situations: Towing Service Battery Jump Starting Lock Out Assistance Fuel Delivery Flat Tire Change (Covers change only) Trip Interruption If your trip is interrupted due to a warranty failure, incidental expenses may be reimbursed during the 48 months/50,000 miles (80 000 k m ) warranty period.
  • Page 336 Text Telephone ('ITY) in the Roadside Service Center. Any customer who has access to a conventional teletypewriter can communicate with Cadillac by dialing from the United States or Canada 1-800-833-CMCC daily, 24 hours. (my) or a...
  • Page 337 Our Cadillac Dealer Technician network is ready Gold Key Courtesy Transportation helps you get where able to assist Cadillac customers at roadside. you need to be when your Cadillac is in the dealership for warranty service.* In Canada, please consult your GM dealer for...
  • Page 338 Your dealership can provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule when your Cadillac is unavailable due to a warranty repair. For repairs that require your vehicle to be unavailable to...
  • Page 339 You are responsible for primary insurance coverage of the vehicle provided. In many cases, your own auto insurance policy may provide this coverage under provisions for rental car agreements. Please consult your insurance carrier to be certain of what’s covered. While your dealership will cover the rental expense of a vehicle provided under the provisions of Gold Key Courtesy Transportation, you are responsible for...
  • Page 340 Plan (CAMVAP). General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both Cadillac and your Cadillac dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a situation...
  • Page 341 Some state laws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state-run arbitration program or in the courts. For further information, contact the BBB at 1-800-955-5 100 or the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-458-8006. Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information.
  • Page 342 Ottawa, Ontario K l G 352 addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-458-8006 or write: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 30009 Van Dyke P.Q. Box 9025...
  • Page 343 Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money ordec or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1997 CADILLAC SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
  • Page 344 ORDER TOLL FREE (MOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) 1 -800-782-4356 (Monday-Friday 8:OO AM 6:OO PM EST) FAX Orders Onlv 1-31 3-865-5927 Service Manual NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent. Mail completed order form to: HELM, INCORPORATED P.O.
  • Page 346 ........... Off For Engine Protection Message .
  • Page 347 ........attery ....Charging System Indicator Light .
  • Page 348 ......Inside of Your Cadillac ......
  • Page 349 ....Driver Information Center Messages ....... . . Driver Position Driver’s Outside Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror .
  • Page 350 ......Flash-To-Pass Feature ......Flashers.
  • Page 351 ....... HnstrumentPanel ......Brightness Control .
  • Page 352 Mirrors ......Convex Outside Driver‘s Outside Auto-Dimming Rearview Electrochromic Daymight Rearview .
  • Page 353 ....Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts ......Problems on the Road Programmable Automatic Door Locks .
  • Page 354 Service and Appearance Care Service and Owner Publications Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Cadillac Sheet Metal Damage Shift Lever. Positions ......
  • Page 355 ..... . . Stability Engaged Message ..... . . Stability Reduced Message .
  • Page 356 Traction ....... . Control System ....Control System Warning Light .
  • Page 357 Wheel ........Alignment ......Nut Torque .