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  • Page 1 0 W N . E R M A N U A L I 9 9 8...
  • Page 3 clock, o set the press and hold. tis yoit--; ange. Release the button . - - I...
  • Page 6 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Cadillac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page Index Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual.

  • Page 7: For Canadian Owners Who Prefer A French Language Manual

    We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Cadillac Motor Car Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, there if you ever need it when you’re on the road.
  • Page 8 With the Catera, you have selected the first Cadillac ever to engineered and manufactured in Germany. It is a unique expression of Cadillac luxury with a sensibility to European ride and handling. With proper care, your Catera will deliver mile after mile of exciting, performance-oriented luxury driving.
  • Page 9 THE CADDY THAT ZKXTM...

  • Page 10: How To Use This Manual

    How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.

  • Page 11: Vehicle Damage Warnings

    Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
  • Page 12 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. These symbols For example, important these symbols are used on for you and your passengers original battery: whenever your vehicle is CAUTION driven: POSSIBLE INJURY DOOR LOCK PROTECT UNLOCK EYES BY...
  • Page 13 NOTES...

  • Page 14: Section 1 Seats And Restraint Systems

    , - h ’ - a * Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls 1- 13 Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone...

  • Page 15: Seats And Seat Controls

    Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats them, and also about reclining front seatbacks, lumbar adjustments, heated seats and head restraints. Manual Front Passenger’s Seat This feature is available on vehicles with cloth seats only. Lift the bar under the front passenger’s seat to unlock it.
  • Page 16 raise the seat cushion up or down, press one of the rocker switch buttons located on the side of the passenger’s seat cushion closest to the door. The top button raises the seat cushion and the bottom button lowers the seat cushion. Manual Lumbar Support The lumbar control is located on the side of...
  • Page 17 This feature is available on all driver’s seats and only on passenger’s seats with leather interiors. The power seat controls are located on the side of the seats can be manually adjusted by inserting the crank front seat cushions closest to the door.
  • Page 18 Memory Seat and Mirrors (Option) Adjust the driver’s seat to a comfortable position. Also adjust the interior and exterior mirrors. Press memory button “M’ and memory button “1” at the same time. These buttons are located on the side of the driver’s seat closest to the door.

  • Page 19: Reclining Front Seatbacks

    Heated Front Seat (Option) The controls are located next to the radio on the center console. Press this button to turn on the heating element in the seat. The seatback and cushion are warmed until they match your body temperature. ‘1 A telltale light in the button reminds you that the heating system is in use.
  • Page 20 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. Sitting in a reclined position when your in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body.

  • Page 21: Head Restraints

    Power Recliner This feature is available all driver’s seats and is optional passenger’s seats with leather interiors only. These controls are located on the side of each front seatback closest to the door. Press the control forward or rearward to adjust the seatback.
  • Page 22 Removable I= ad Restraints UTION: head restraint is not installed on the seatback or stored in the vehicle properly, it could be thrown about the vehicle in crash or sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured. Remove the head restraints only when you need to fold the seat, and be sure that the head restraints are stored securely in the trunk.
  • Page 23 The head restraint should be stored securely on the driver’s side of the trunk as shown. Replace the head restraint when you have finished carrying cargo or when the passenger’s seat is returned to its normal upright position. Rear Seats A safety belt that is twisted or not properly attached won’t provide the protection needed in a crash.
  • Page 24 Folding the Rear Seat rear With the folding seatbacks, you cargo by folding down part or all Before you can fold the rear seat, you need to unlatch the center buckle. Insert a key or a similar object into the slot as shown to unlatch the buckle.
  • Page 25 Return the safety belts to their original positions so they will be available for rear seat passengers to use. To do so, slide the buckle into the latch as shown. The panel behind the rear seat armrest also folds. Turn the knob to the left and pull the panel forward to gain access to trunk.

  • Page 26: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone

    Heated Rear Seat (Option) The heated rear seat controls are located at the rear of the center under the air outlets. Press the button once to turn on the heating system and press the button again to turn the system off. A telltale light in the button indicates the system is in use.
  • Page 27 It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be killed. Do not allow people to seriously injured ride in any area of your vehicle that equipped with seats and safety belts.

  • Page 28: Why Safety Belts Work

    Why Safety Belts Work in or on anything, you go as fast as When you ride it goes. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels. Put someone on it.
  • Page 29 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
  • Page 30 or the instrument panel or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That's safety belts make such good sense.

  • Page 31: About Safety Belts And The Answers

    Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing safety belt? You could be whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.

  • Page 32: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly

    How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called “Children.”...
  • Page 33 up on the make sure Pull latch plate to the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt at the end of Extender” this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
  • Page 34 moulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. move it down, push and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the bottom of the height adjuster.
  • Page 35 What's wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won't give nearly as much protection this way. You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body.
  • Page 36 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. You can be seriously injured if your belt buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would there, not at the pelvic bones.
  • Page 37 with What's wrong this? The shoulder belt is worn under be worn over the shoulder You can be seriously injured if you shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren't as strong as shoulder bones.
  • Page 38 What's wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn't have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.

  • Page 39: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy

    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: Right Front Passenger Position

    The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
  • Page 41 Next Generation frontal air bags are designed to help the risk of reduce injury from the force of frontal air bag. But even these air bags quickly if they are to do their job and comply with federal regulations. Here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems: can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt...
  • Page 42 CAUTION: Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. you’re too close to an inflating air bag, it could seriously injure you. This is true even with Next Generation frontal air bags. Safety belts help keep you in position for air bag inflation before and during a crash.
  • Page 43 There is readiness light on-the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See “Air Bag Readiness Light” in for more information. 1-30 How the Air Bag air bag...
  • Page 44 The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. The right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door.
  • Page 45 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. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering and don’t let seat covers block the...
  • Page 46 The driver’s and right front passenger’s side impact air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes involving a front door. A side impact air bag will inflate if the crash severity is above the system’s designed “threshold level.” The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design.
  • Page 47 What will you see after an bag inflates? After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module steering wheel hub for the driver’s air bag, the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s bag, the side of the seatback closest to the door for the driver and right front passenger’s side impact air bags -- will be...
  • Page 48 Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the frontal air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the sensors are activated and driver’s safety belt usage at deployment. Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag systems.

  • Page 49: Rear Seat Passenger Positions

    Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
  • Page 50 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. I f it does, let it go back all the way and start again.
  • Page 51 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
  • Page 52 Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered your shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling your shoulder. CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt too loose.

  • Page 53: Smaller Children And Babies

    Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
  • Page 54 CAUTION: Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child. A very young child’s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips, as it should.
  • Page 55 Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much crash. During crash a baby will become so heavy you can’t hold it. For example, in a crash CAUTION: (Continued) at only 25 mph (40 will suddenly become your arms.

  • Page 56: Child Restraints

    Child Restraints Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have protection provided by appropriate restraints. What are the different types of add-on child restraints? Add-on child restraints are available in four basic types. When selecting a child restraint, take into consideration not only the child’s weight and size, but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it...
  • Page 57 A rear-facing infant restraint (B) positions an infant to face the rear of the vehicle. Rear-facing infant restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs. (9 kg) and about one year of age. This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant’s head, neck and body can have the support they need in a crash.
  • Page 58 A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) positions a child upright to face forward in the vehicle. These forward-facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs. (9 to 18 kg) and about 26 to 40 inches (66 to 102 cm) in height, or up around four years of age.
  • Page 59 A booster seat (F, G) is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs. (1 8 to 27 kg) and about four to eight years of age. It’s designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Booster seats with shields use lap-only belts;...

  • Page 60: Where To Put The Restraint

    When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both.
  • Page 61 If your child restraint has a top strap, anchored. If you need to have anchor installed, you can ask your Catera dealer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how to do it.
  • Page 62 You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1.
  • Page 63 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-50 5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down child restraint as you tighten the belt.

  • Page 64: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position

    Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates, even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags.
  • Page 65 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-52...

  • Page 66: Larger Children

    6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
  • Page 67 Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are.
  • Page 68 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.

  • Page 69: Safety Belt Extender

    Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, extender will be long enough for you.

  • Page 70: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash

    Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new belts. Autoliv GmbH, Dachau, 0 8 1 3 1 / 2 9 5 - 0 SchloBstrammer, B A M - P T 0502 Umgang nur durch geschultes Personal erlaubtl...
  • Page 71 NOTES...

  • Page 72: Section 2 Features And Controls

    Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem.
  • Page 73 Keys CAUTION: 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. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with young children.
  • Page 74 One key is used for the ignition, the doors and all other locks. (Note that there is no lock cylinder for the passenger’s door.) Your vehicle comes with a spare key. This key does not have an immobilizer pellet in it, however, it will still unlock your vehicle’s doors.

  • Page 75: Door Locks

    Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow 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 76: Central Door Unlocking System

    Central Door Unlocking System When unlocking the driver’s door from the outside, you can also unlock the other doors, including the fuel door, by holding the key in a turned position for several seconds (twn the key to the left). Pressing the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter twice in a row will also open the other doors.

  • Page 77: Security Lock

    With the ignition on, the transmission in PARK and the brake pedal pressed in, you are begin programming. To disable the door lock feature when shifting in and out of PARK (P), press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter four times within five seconds. The doors will lock when the shift lever is moved out of PARK (P) and will remain locked when the shift lever is moved back into PARK (P).

  • Page 78: Anti-Lockout Feature

    When you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on: 1. Unlock the door from the inside. 2. Then open the door from the outside. To cancel the rear door lock: 1. Unlock the door from the inside and onen the door from the outside.
  • Page 79 Remote Keyless Entry System (RKE) With this feature, you can lock and unlock the doors, open the trunk and unlock the fuel door from about 10 feet (3m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. Your remote keyless entry transmitter operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.

  • Page 80: Operation

    Operation When you press ths symbol to unlock the driver’s door, the parking lamps on your vehicle will blink twice (the parking lamps and headlamps will remain about 20 seconds). Pressing this button again within five seconds will unlock the other doors. Pressing this button will also disarm the optional theft-deterrent system and turn on the interior lamps (for approximately 20 seconds).
  • Page 81 1. Use 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 the transmitter. Make sure the battery is positioned with the “plus” facing down.

  • Page 82: Trunk Release

    Trunk CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid:...

  • Page 83: Key In The Ignition

    If your vehicle loses power temporarily, you can manually open the using the trunk release handle. The handle is located on the underside of the trunk lid on the driver’s side and can be accessed through the fold-down rear seats. Fold down the driver’s side rear seat and reach through to the trunk compartment to find the release handle.

  • Page 84: Parking At Night

    Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, take them with you. Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys.

  • Page 85: Testing The Alarm

    To avoid activating the alarm by accident: The vehicle should be locked with the key after the doors are closed if you don’t want to activate the theft-deterrent system. Always unlock a door with a key or use the remote keyless entry transmitter.
  • Page 86 Immobilizer Your vehicle is equipped with a passive theft-deterrent system. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 87: Ignition Positions

    New Vehicle “Break-In” NOTICE: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Don’t drive any one speed first slow for the 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so.

  • Page 88: Retained Accessory Power

    With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to four different positions. LOCK Before you put the key in, the ignition will (e): be in LOCK. This is the only position in which you can remove the key. This position locks the ignition, steering wheel and transmission.
  • Page 89 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. NOTICE: Holding your key in START a time 15 seconds at will cause your battery to be drained much sooner.

  • Page 90: Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)

    Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) ENGINE COOLANT HEATER ELEC HEADLAMP COVER In very cold weather, 0°F 18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.

  • Page 91: Automatic Transmission Operation

    4. Before starting the engine, be sure and store the cord as it was before to keep it away parts. from moving engine If you don’t, it could be damaged. How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things.
  • Page 92 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your vehicle has a Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI). You have to fully apply the regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in ON. (P), If you cannot shift out of PARK the shift lever...
  • Page 93 DRIVE (D): Use this for normal driving. If you need more power passing, and you’re: Going less than 35 mph km/h), accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph km/h) accelerator all the way down. The transmission will shift down to the next gear. THIRD (3): This position is not used for normal driving.

  • Page 94: Sport Mode Button

    Sport Mode Button For a firmer shft and increased performance, you may choose the sport mode. This button lets you change from a normal driving mode to a sport driving mode. It is located on the shift lever handle. Press the “S” button once to select the sport feature. Press it again to return to the normal driving mode.

  • Page 95: Parking Brake

    This feature is for improved traction only when the road surface is slippery and is not intended or when the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, ice, snow or gravel. Drive as usual for normal road conditions. This feature automatically turns off when any of the following conditions occur: When the ignition is turned off.

  • Page 96: Shifting Into Park (P)

    If you start to drive with the parking brake set, the BRAKE warning light stays on. See “Brake System Warning Light” in the Index for more information. To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down with your foot and pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the end release button.

  • Page 97: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running

    2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: Pull the button on the shift lever handle up and then push the shift lever all the way toward the front your vehicle into PARK (P). Release the button. With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down, set the parking brake.

  • Page 98: Torque Lock

    Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).
  • Page 99 3. With both hands, squeeze the base of the shift lever boot (covering) together (as shown). 4. Pull the upper part of the base out first and then slide out the lower part of the base. 5. Lift the shift lever boot (covering) up to get it out of your way.

  • Page 100: Parking Over Things That Burn

    Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite, Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. Engine Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell.

  • Page 101: Running Your Engine While You're Parked

    Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust”).

  • Page 102: Power Windows

    Windows Power Windows The controls are located next to the console shift lever. Tap the controls forward or rearward to raise or lower the windows in increments. To express-open the window, press the control rearward for about one second and then release. If you want to stop the window as it is lowering, tap the control.
  • Page 103 Anti-Pinch Feature If a hand, an a m or another object is in the way of the power window express-closing, the window will immediately stop at the obstruction and express-open to a preset factory position. C. LJTION: Pressing and holding the power button will turn off the anti-pinch feature.

  • Page 104: Tilt Steering Wheel

    Tilt Steering Wheel Tilt steering allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you begin driving. Raising the steering wheel to the highest level gives your legs more room when you enter and exit your vehicle. Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you to tilt the wheel.

  • Page 105: Headlamp High/Low-Beam

    Headlamp HighLow Beam With the twilight sentinel on or with the lamp control dial turned to the headlamp position, push the turn signal lever on the driver’s side of the steering wheel away from you to turn on the high-beam headlamps. This light on the instrument panel will be on, indicating high-beam usage.

  • Page 106: Windshield Washer

    Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they’re frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If the blades do become damaged, replace them with new blades. Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor. A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools.

  • Page 107: Cruise Control

    Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed 25 mph (40 k m k ) or more without keeping your foot the accelerator. This can help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph km/h).
  • Page 108 Setting Cruise Control CAUT1C"J: If you leave your cruise control switch on when you're not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don't want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use it.
  • Page 109 Resuming a Set Speed Setting the cruise control at a desired speed and then applying the brake will end the cruise function. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can press the RESUMEDECEL button briefly to reset. This returns you to your desired preset speed.

  • Page 110: Exterior Lamps

    Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills.
  • Page 111 ‘ 0 0s Parking lamps, front and rear sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, ashtray lamps, backlighting to the radio controls and instrument panel lights. Headlamps. Fog lamps. Twilight sentinel. OFF Turns the twilight sentinel system off. Instrument panel brightness control. Turn the lamp control dial to the right (to the first position) to turn on the parking lamps, front and rear sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, ashtray...

  • Page 112: Perimeter Lighting

    Wiper-Activated Headlamps This feature activates the low-beam headlamps, parking lamps, sidemarker lamps and taillamps after the windshield wipers have been in use for about 20 seconds. The wiper-activated headlamps light the way in poor weather and also make your vehicle more visible to other drivers.
  • Page 113 To idle your vehicle with the headlamps off, turn off the twilight sentinel switch and shift the transmission into PARK (P). Placing your vehicle in PARK (P) disables the DRL. The will stay off until you shift out of PARK (P). If you're not in PARK (P) and the twilight sentinel system is turned off (and it's...

  • Page 114: Fog Lamps

    Fog Lamps Use the fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. Press this button to turn the fog lamps on and press the button again to turn the lamps off. (The fog lamps only work when the parking lamps or the low-beam headlamps are on.)
  • Page 115 If you rotate the control dial all the way up, the will remain on for about three minutes after the ignition has been turned to OFF or LOCK. If you rotate the control dial all the way down, the lamps will go off quickly.

  • Page 116: Interior Lamps

    Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control This control dial is located to the right of the fog lamp button. As you rotate the control dial up, the instrument panel lights will brighten. Illuminated Entry This system turns on the courtesy lamps (dome lamps and door entry lamps) for about 20 seconds when any of the following occur: If you manually unlock your vehicle with the key,...

  • Page 117: Map Lamps

    Map Lamps ..i__._... These lamps are located in the front overhead console (near the windshield). Press either button to driver's or passenger's side lamp on and press the button again to turn the lamp off. These lamps also come on when any door is opened or unlocked when it is dark outside.

  • Page 118: Convex Outside Mirror

    Time Delay This feature prevents rapid changing of the mirror from the night mode to the day mode as you drive under lights and through traffic. Cleaning Photocells Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the front and rear photocells that make the auto-dimming feature work.

  • Page 119: Storage Compartments

    Storage Compartments Glove Box The glove box is located in front of the passenger’s seat. To lock the glove box door, insert the key in the lock cylinder and turn it to the right. Turn the key to the left to unlock the door.

  • Page 120: Convenience Net

    Convenience Net The convenience net is on the floor of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, under the net. It can help keep them from moving around during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. The net is not for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can.

  • Page 121: Cellular Telephone (Option)

    Sun Visors Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror Turn the sunshade down and lift the cover to see the mirror. Lighting is automatic. Power Rear Sunshade (Option) The power rear sunshade helps reduce the amount of heat and light from the sun entering through window.

  • Page 122: Assist Handles

    Assist Handles A handle above each door can be used when getting out of your vehicle. Garment Hooks For convenience, you will find garment hooks attached to each assist handle. Floor Mats Your vehicle is equipped with rubber-backed front and rear floor mats.
  • Page 123 A. Fully Open B. About 80% Open C. About 50% Open D. About 25% Open E. Fully Closed E About 40% Tilted G . Fully Tilted Turning the control dial position A fully opens the glass panel and sunshade. The sunshade stop opened by hand.

  • Page 124: Anti-Pinch Feature

    Anti-Pinch Feature If a hand, an or another object is in the way of the power sunroof closing, the glass panel will immediately stop at the obstruction and open to a preset factory position. Pressing and holding the power sunroof control dial in the up position turn off the anti-pinch will...
  • Page 125 Programming the Sunroof If the battery on your vehicle has been recharged, disconnected or is not working, you will need to reprogram the sunroof following these steps. With your vehicle’s ignition on: 1. If the sunroof is closed, turn the control dial to position E.

  • Page 126: Universal Transmitter (Option)

    Universal Transmitter (Option) This transmitter allows you to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand-held transmitters. It will operate garage doors and gates, or 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 vehicle's battery and charging system.

  • Page 127: Programming The Transmitter

    This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes and modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
  • Page 128 4. Using both hands, press the hand-held transmitter button and the desired button on the universal transmitter. Continue to hold both buttons through Step 5. 5. Hold down both buttons until you see the indicator light on the universal transmitter flash slowly and then rapidly.

  • Page 129: Operating The Transmitter

    Operating the Transmitter Press and hold the appropriate button on the universal transmitter. The indicator light comes on while the signal is being transmitted. Note that the effective transmission range of the universal transmitter may differ from your hand-held transmitter and from one channel to another. Also note that if the hand-held transmitter appears to program the universal transmitter but does not open your garage door, and if the garage door opener was...

  • Page 130: Erasing Channels

    3. Return to the universal transmitter press the universal transmitter button you have already programmed for two to three seconds. Press the button again to make sure that the universal transmitter has been trained to the garage door opener receiver. Check that the training successful.

  • Page 131: Instrument Panel

    Instrument Panel...
  • Page 132 The instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using and many of the other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.
  • Page 133 Instrument Panel Cluster United States version shown, Canadian similar...

  • Page 134: Speedometer And Odometer

    Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (rnph) 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). Trip Odometer The trip odometer tells how far you have driven since you last reset it.

  • Page 135: Safety Belt Reminder Light

    come on Warning lights when there one of your problem with vehicle’s functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they’re working. If you are familiar with this section, you should not when this happens.

  • Page 136: Airbag Readiness Light

    Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the diagnostic module.
  • Page 137 BRAKE United States This light should come on briefly when you ignition key to ON. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully.
  • Page 138 Voltmeter You can read battery voltage on the voltmeter. If it reads less than 12 volts or more than 16 volts while the engine stays there, you may have a problem with the electrical VOLTS charging system. Have it checked right away. Driving with the voltmeter reading in the lower warning zone could drain or damage the battery.

  • Page 139: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light

    Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, the light(s) will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. If the light stays on, turn the ignition to light comes on when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off.

  • Page 140: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light

    Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light tells engine has overheated. If this light comes on, you should stop the vehicle and turn the engine off as soon as possible. A warning chime should also sound if this light comes on. As a check, the light should come on for a few seconds when you start the engine.

  • Page 141: Low Coolant Warning Light

    Low Coolant Warning Light This warning light should come on while you are starting the engine. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. Your vehicle is equipped with a low coolant level sensor (switch and float) that is designed to detect when your vehicle’s coolant level drops below the set limit.
  • Page 142 NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty.
  • Page 143 If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
  • Page 144 Oil Pressure LighUGage The light and gage tell you if there could be a problem with the engine oil pressure. The gage shows the engine oil pressure in pounds per square inch (psi). Canadian vehicles show pressure in kilopascals (Wa). The oil light goes on when you turn the key to ON or START.

  • Page 145: Cruise Control Light

    Check Oil Light This light will come on for a few seconds when the ignition is turned on. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. If the light comes on while starting and stays on for about one minute or comes on while driving, the oil level should be checked.

  • Page 146: Low Washer Fluid Warning Light

    Low Washer Fluid Warning Light This light will come on when you turn on the ignition and the windshield washer fluid container is less than one-third full. Trunk Ajar Light This light will come on if your vehicle’s trunk is not completely closed.

  • Page 147: Low Fuel Light

    Low Fuel Light If the fuel level is low, approximately two gallons (7.57 L) of fuel remaining in the fuel tank, a light will come on and stay on until you add fuel. It will also come on for a few seconds when you first turn on the ignition as a check to show it’s working.

  • Page 148: Section 3 Comfort Controls And Audio Systems

    Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls 3 -2 Electronic Climate Control (ECC) Automatic Operation...

  • Page 149: Comfort Controls

    Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your air system work for you. Your comfort control system uses ozone-friendly R- 134a refrigerant. You can control the heating, cooling and ventilation systems in your vehicle. Guidelines for using these systems are found later in this section.
  • Page 150 Outside Temperature Display The outside temperature is always displayed when your vehicle's ignition is on. If the outside temperature display begins to flash, this means that icy road conditions possible. Adjust your driving if needed. The display will flash for about 30 seconds and then remain on steady.
  • Page 151 In cold weather, when the system senses the need for heat, airflow will be directed out of the floor outlets. As the interior temperature approaches a desired setting, the blower speed will decrease. To maintain interior comfort, the airflow may move to the instrument panel air outlets and floor outlets (bi-level mode).
  • Page 152 FAN SPEEDS: Press the driver’s side TEMP/AUTO knob to set the fan speed for AUTO. At this setting, the fan speed is automatically controlled. If it is cold outside, the blower may not run in the maximum high fan speed right away. The system checks the temperature of the engine coolant to assure it is warm enough to provide heat.

  • Page 153: Air Conditioning

    Air Conditioning On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best. The climate control system will cool and dehumidify the inside the vehicle.

  • Page 154: Ventilation System

    Ventilation System The ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running. The front outlets are located in the center and at each side of the instrument panel.

  • Page 155: Rear Window Defogger

    Passenger Compartment Air Filter This ventilation system includes an air filter that helps to remove dust, pollen, etc. from air flowing into your vehicle. A restriction in the airflow coming into the passenger compartment could be the result of dirt in the filter.

  • Page 156: Am-Fm Stereo With Cassette Tape Player

    The repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Audio Systems Your Cadillac audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first.
  • Page 157 Finding Station BAND: Press this button to select AM, FM1 or FM2. SEEK-TUNE: Press and release this button to seek the next higher or lower radio station. Pressing and holding this button until a chime sounds puts the radio in a tune mode. In this mode, higher or lower radio stations are advanced to in small increments until the SEEK-TUNE button is released.
  • Page 158 Setting the Tone BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to the right to increase and to the left to decrease bass. TREB: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to the right to increase and to the left to decrease treble.
  • Page 159 The cassette tape is broken. (Check to see if your tape is broken. Try a new tape.) REV: Press the left arrow to rewind the tape rapidly. The radio will play while the tape reverses and will appear on the display. You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in REV mode.
  • Page 160 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data Systems (RDS) (If Equipped) Playing the Radio PWRNOL: Press this knob lightly to turn the system on. Press the knob again to turn the system off. To increase volume, turn the knob to the right. Turn it to the left to decrease volume.
  • Page 161 PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. The RDS PTY mode must be off to use this mode. You can set up stations (six AM, six FM1, six weather). Just: 1. Turn the radio on. 2.
  • Page 162 RDS (1): With RDS off, press the RDS SELECT button, followed by this button to turn RDS on. The RDS turn display will on. You must have RDS on to use the new RDS functions. The RDS display will also turn on if one of the other RDS function buttons has been pressed on.
  • Page 163 Turn it to the left to decrease volume. TA VOLUME will appear on the display while the volume is being adjusted. When a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station or a related network station, you will hear it, even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or compact disc is playing.
  • Page 164 When the PTY display is on, press SEEK and SCAN to find radio stations of the PTY you want to listen to. The last PTY selected will be used for seek and scan modes. If a station with the selected PTY is not found, NONE FOUND will appear on the display.
  • Page 165 finished. If the cassette tape or compact disc player, play will stop for the announcement and resume when the announcement is finished. Setting the Tone TONE: Press and release this button until the desired tone control (BASS or TREBLE) is found. The radio keeps separate tone settings for each band, each preset (except weather band presets) and each source.
  • Page 166 Press the left arrow to rewind the tape rapidly. The radio will play while the tape rewinds. You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in RW mode. Press the left arrow again to return to playing speed.
  • Page 167 Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. player will pull it in. If the ignition and the radio are on and the underlined compact disc symbol appears on the display, the disc will begin playing. Compact discs be loaded with the radio off but they will not start playing until the radio is on.
  • Page 168 Radio Data Systems (RDS) Program Type (PTY) Selections PTY List ......Adlt Hit ......Classic1 Cls Rock College...

  • Page 169: Trunk Mounted Cd Changer (Option)

    Trunk Mounted CD Changer (Option) 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. smaller discs (8 can be played only with specially designed trays.
  • Page 170 Close the door by sliding it all the way to the left. When the door is closed, the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine. This will continue for up to one and a half minutes, depending on the number of discs loaded.
  • Page 171 If your vehicle is equipped with the AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player, use SEEK-TUNE. For all other audio systems, use TUNE-SEEK. SEEK-TUNE: Press the right arrow to seek to the next selection. Press the left arrow to search for the previous track selection.

  • Page 172: Cd Adapter Kits

    Compact Disc Changer Errors CD CHANGER ERROR could be displayed for the following: The road is too rough. The disc should play when the road is smoother. dxty, The disc is scratched, wet or loaded label side up. The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again.

  • Page 173: Theft-Deterrent Feature

    Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK@ is designed to discourage theft of your radio. Your vehicle has a “built-in” theft-deterrent feature on each radio that is automatic programming required. The radio in your vehicle cannot be used in any other vehicle. When originally installed in your vehicle at the factory, stored the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

  • Page 174: Tips About Your Audio System

    Pressing this button increases volume. -: Pressing this button decreases volume. o (SOURCE): To change to a tape or CD, press this button. Understan h g Radio Reception The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other.

  • Page 175: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player

    NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, radio or other systems, and even damage them.
  • Page 176 When using a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette, it is normal for the cassette to eject because your unit is equipped with a cut tape detection feature and a cleaning cassette may appear as a broken tape. To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected, use the following steps.

  • Page 177: Care Of Your Compact Disc Player

    Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge.
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  • Page 180: Section 4 Your Driving And The Road

    lc"' - + a Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We've also included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

  • Page 181: Defensive Driving

    Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device Catera: Buckle up. (See "Safety Belts" in the Index.) Defensive driving really means "be ready for anything." On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means "always expect the unexpected."...

  • Page 182: Drunken Driving

    Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision...
  • Page 183 According to the American Medical Association, a 180-lb. (82 kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4-ounce (120 of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 ml) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka.
  • Page 184 But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0.05 percent or above.

  • Page 185: Control Of A Vehicle

    Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide.

  • Page 186: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)

    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 187 Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel.

  • Page 188: Traction Control System

    Using Anti-Lock Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti-lock work for you. You may hear the anti-lock pump or motor operate, and feel the brake pedal pulsate, but this is normal. Traction Control System Your vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin.

  • Page 189: Power Steering

    Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Speed Sensitive Steering (SSS) This system varies the amount of steering effort relation to your vehicle speed.

  • Page 190: Steering In Emergencies

    If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before you enter the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead. Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway.

  • Page 191: Off-Road Recovery

    Off-Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.

  • Page 192: Loss Of Control

    Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
  • Page 193 Skidding In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not “overdriving” those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle’s three control systems.

  • Page 194: Driving At Night

    Driving at Night ". ". ". . " ... "" Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving.

  • Page 195: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads

    You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn't lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little.
  • Page 196 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road and even people walking.

  • Page 197: Driving Through Deep Standing Water

    Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on 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 198: City Driving

    City Driving 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 traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.

  • Page 199: Freeway Driving

    Freeway Driving 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. 4-20 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 200 Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up.

  • Page 201: Highway Hypnosis

    Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
  • Page 202 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 transmission.

  • Page 203: Winter Driving

    Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in truok your 4-24 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 and a...

  • Page 204: Driving On Snow Or Ice

    Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet 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”...

  • Page 205: If You're Caught In A Blizzard

    Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on pavement. See “Anti-Lock” in the Index. Allow greater following distance on any slippery road.
  • Page 206 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 207: Loading Your Vehicle

    Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
  • Page 208 MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP GVWR DATE GAWR FRT 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 209: Towing A Trailer

    CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. things in the trunk of your vehicle. In a trunk, put them as forward as you can. to spread the weight evenly. Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats.
  • Page 210 Your Catera 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 211: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue

    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 P.O. Box 436004 Pontiac, MI 48343-6004...

  • Page 212: Total Weight On Your Vehicle's Tires

    If you’re using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer 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 the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper.
  • Page 213 Safety Chains 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 214 Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal longer, you’ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane. Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that hand to the left.
  • Page 215 Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with 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 216: Section 5 Problems On The Road

    - * a , * e * Section 5 Problems on the Road 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- 12 Engine Overheating 5- 14 Cooling System...

  • Page 217: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. Pressing this button on the center console makes the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off.

  • Page 218: Jump Starting

    Jump Starting If the battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Please follow the steps below to do it safely. Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you.
  • Page 219 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette Turn lighter. off all lamps that aren’t needed as well as the radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. In addition, it could save the radio! 4.
  • Page 220 Battery fluid contains acid that can burn Don’t get it on you. you accidentally get it in Fans or other your eyes or on your skin, flush the place with water get medical help immediately. 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation.
  • Page 221 Don’t let the other end of the negative anything until the next step. The other end of the negative to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery. 8. Now connect the negative cable to the good battery’s negative...

  • Page 222: Towing Your Vehicle

    12. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch each other or any other metal. A. Heavy Metal Engine Part (Vehicle with Dead Battery) B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a dealer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle.
  • Page 223 This is a sample of an R-hook. It is the only type of hook that may be used to tow your vehicle from the front or from the rear. Front and Rear Towing CAUTION: To help avoid injury to you or others: Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed.

  • Page 224: Front Towing

    When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key OFF. turned to The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing service. Do not use the vehicle’s steering column lock for this. The transmission should be in NEUTRAL (N) and the parking brake released, Don’t have your vehicle towed on the drive wheels.

  • Page 225: Rear Towing

    Rear Towing Attach R-hook chains on both sides, in the slotted holes in the bottom of the frame rails, behind the front wheels. These slots are to be used when loading and securing to car-carrier equipment.
  • Page 226 NOTICE: Do not tow with sling type or wheel-lift equipment or rear bumper valance damage occur. Use car-carrier equipment only. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. Do not attach winch cables, T-hooks or J-hooks to suspension components when using car-carrier equipment.

  • Page 227: Engine Overheating

    Attach a separate safety chain around the bumper energy absorbing shockhnit on the left side of the vehicle and another safety chain on the right side tow hook. 5-12 Engine Overheating You will find the warning light about a hot engine on the instrument panel.

  • Page 228: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine

    Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood.

  • Page 229: Cooling System

    If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1. Turn off your air conditioner. 2. Dial temperature control to the highest heat setting and open the windows, as necessary. 3. If you’re in a traffic jam, shift to NEUTRAL otherwise, shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE (D) or THIRD (3).
  • Page 230 An electric engine cooling fan under the start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down.

  • Page 231: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank

    How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at the KALT/COLD line (seam), 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 232 CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture, With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn’t get the overheat warning.
  • Page 233 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop.
  • Page 234 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the mixture, up to the KALTKOLD line (seam). engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans.

  • Page 235: If A Tire Goes Flat

    5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is tight. 5-20 If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly.

  • Page 236: Changing A Flat Tire

    Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to level place. warning flashers. Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.

  • Page 237: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools

    Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. On the driver’s side of the trunk is the spare tire. Pull the fasteners on the spare tire cover to access the tire. Unbuckle the tire and lift it up to remove it from the trunk.
  • Page 238 The jack and tool kit are located on the passenger’s side of the trunk. Pull the red handle to remove the cover and access the equipment. Turn the nut holding the jack to the left and remove it. The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A), the wheel wrench (B) and the screwdriver (C).

  • Page 239: Spare Tire

    Removing Wheel Cover Removing Flat Tire Installing Using the flat end of the screwdriver, gently pry the wheel cover off. Be careful not to scratch the wheel edge. 5-24 Spare Tire 1. If you have the five-spoke wheel, use the flat end of the screwdriver to pry off the five black plastic wheel bolt caps.
  • Page 240 Using the wheel wrench, loosen all of the wheel bolts. Don’t remove them yet. T u r n the jack handle to the right to raise the jack lift head 2 to 3 inches (5 to 7.6 cm). 4. To access the jack hoisting notches, slide the cover out (located either in front of or behnd the tire you are changing).
  • Page 241 inches) (21.3 inches) The base of the jack must line up vertically with the 5. Position the jack under the vehicle. hoisting notch (jack contact point) on the vehicle’s frame, nearest the flat tire. Then, raise the jack lift head until it is firmly set into the hoisting notch. 5-26...
  • Page 242 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.
  • Page 243 8. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel bolts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
  • Page 244 11. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle to the left. Lower the jack completely. After removing the jack, slide the jack hoisting notch cover back in. 12. Tighten the wheel bolts firmly in a criss-cross sequence as shown. Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tightened wheel bolts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off.
  • Page 245 NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel bolts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel bolts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. Storin- a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could...

  • Page 246: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow

    RIGHT SIDE OF TRUNK: JACK SCREWDRIVER The jacking tools are stored on the passenger’s side of the trunk behind the panel with the red pull handle. Make sure these tools are properly secured when not in use. If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast.
  • Page 247 NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth, you can destroy your transmission. For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see “Tire Chains”...
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  • Page 250: Section 6 Service And Appearance Care

    Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical infomation about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.

  • Page 251: Doing Your Own Service Work

    Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, yW11 want to use the proper Cadillac Service Manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see “Service and Owner Publications”...
  • Page 252 You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task.
  • Page 253 If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (indicated on the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. If such fuels are not available in states adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be affected.

  • Page 254: Fuels In Foreign Countries

    Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
  • Page 255 The cap is behind a hinged door on the passenger's side of your vehicle. To use this feature, your vehicle must be in PARK (P). Press the FUEL DOOR unlock button located on the instrument panel center console to unlock and open the fuel door.
  • Page 256 If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather.

  • Page 257: Checking Things Under The Hood

    Fillinn Portable Fuel Container Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: Dispense gasoline only into approved containers.

  • Page 258: Hood Release

    Hood Release Pull the lever inside the vehicle to open the hood. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release which is located above the front grille.
  • Page 259 When you open the hood, you’ll see: A. Coolant Fill Location B. Air Cleaner C. Passenger’s Compartment Air Filter Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly. Then pull the D. Engine Oil Fill Location E. Engine Oil Dipstick Location E Windshield Washer Fluid G.

  • Page 260: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil If the low oil level light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see “Low Oil Level Light” in the Index. You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder.

  • Page 261: Checking Engine Oil

    Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. 6-12 When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the MIN mark, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil.

  • Page 262: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use

    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. What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst”...

  • Page 263: Engine Oil Additives

    As shown in the chart, S A E 1OW-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 5W-30 if it’s going to be colder than 60 (1 6 C ) before your next oil change. When it’s very cold, you should use SAE 5W-30.

  • Page 264: What To Do With Used Oil

    If none of them is true, use the long triphighway maintenance schedule. Change the oil and filter at the first 5,000 miles (8 000 or 3 months occurs first. Then, change the oil and filter every 10,000 miles (16 000 or 12 months occurs first.
  • Page 265 1. Unhook the five clips that attach the air cleaner lid to the housing (you may need to use a screwdriver to help you unhook the clips). 2. With a screwdriver, loosen the retaining clamp on the air intake tube and then disconnect the tube (as shown by the arrow above).
  • Page 266 See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Maintenance Schedule booklet. Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t there, and the engine backfires, you could be burned.
  • Page 267 1. Open the hood of your vehicle. Lift the engine compartment rear seal (see the arrow in the illustration) and pull it back able to lift open the grille flap. 3. Unhook both retaining clips that secure the filter in place. 4.

  • Page 268: When To Check Lubricant

    Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90” F (32” C) or higher. In hilly or mountainous terrain.

  • Page 269: What To Use

    What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Maintenance Schedule booklet. Engine Coolant The cooling s stem in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years krnb (240 000...
  • Page 270 What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half DEX-COOL@ coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous.

  • Page 271: Checking Coolant

    Checking Coolant The surge tank is located behind the air cleaner on the passenger’s side of the engine. The cooling system when hot is under a lot If the low coolant warning light on the instrument panel appears, you will need to add coolant. 6-22 Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and...

  • Page 272: Surge Tank Pressure Cap

    Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper Dm-COOL@ coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the 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 273: When To Check Power Steering Fluid

    Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located between the battery and the brake master cylinder on the driver’s side of the engine. When to Check 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.

  • Page 274: Windshield Washer Fluid

    Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing.

  • Page 275: Brake Fluid

    Brakes Brake Fluid i “ Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
  • Page 276 What to When you do need brake fluid, use only fluid such as Delco Supreme 11 No. 12377967). Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir.

  • Page 277: Brake Wear

    Brake Wear Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. Your vehicle has electronic wear sensors that let you know when the front brake pads are significantly worn and new pads are needed. The brake pad wear indicator light will come on and stay on when the brake pads are worn and need to be replaced.

  • Page 278: Brake Pedal Travel

    Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble. Brake Adjustment Every time you apply the brakes, with or without the vehicle moving, your brakes adjust for wear.

  • Page 279: Bulb Replacement

    Bulb Replacement For bulb types, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package.
  • Page 280 2. Remove the black rubber cap that protects the 3. Remove the plug connector from the bulb. bulb area. 6-31...
  • Page 281 ..Squeeze the retaining clip together and then pull 5. Pull the bulb out and then replace. away from the bulb assembly. 6-32...
  • Page 282 Headlamp Aiming Your vehicle has the composite headlamp system. These headlamps have horizontal and vertical aim indicators. The aim has been pre-set at the factory and should need no further adjustment. If your vehicle is damaged in an accident and the headlamp aim seems to be affected, see your dealer.
  • Page 283 It is recommended that the upper limit not exceed plus 0.4 degrees from the center of the bubble. Other drivers may flash their high beams at you if your adjustment is much above plus 0.4 degrees. If you find that the headlamp aiming needs adjustment, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 284: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (Chmsl)

    Front %rn Signal Lamp 1. With a screwdriver, unscrew the fastener on the headlamp cover and then remove it to access the turn signal lamps (see Step 1 under “Headlamps”). 2. On the outboard side of each low-beam headlamp, you will find the turn signal bulbs. Turn the assembly to the left to remove.
  • Page 285 It’s a good idea to clean or replace assembly on a regular basis or when worn. For proper windshield wiper blade type, see “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts” later in this section. 6-36 the wiper blade 2. Press the tabs together and pull the wiper blade assembly down enough to release it from the “J”...
  • Page 286 4. To reinstall the wiper blade assembly, slide it over the wiper to engage the “J” wiper blade assembly. Pull up on the assembly to lock it into place. Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Catera Warranty booklet for details.
  • Page 287 Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label, which is located on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 If you’ll be driving at speeds higher than 100 mph (160 km/h) where it is legal, raise the cold inflation...

  • Page 288: Tire Inspection And Rotation

    When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Also, check the tire pressure of the spare tire. How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them.
  • Page 289 After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. Make certain that all wheel bolts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Bolt Torque” in the Index. Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel studs become loose after a time.

  • Page 290: Buying New Tires

    The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that can’t be repaired well because of the size or location the damage. Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall.

  • Page 291: Uniform Tire Quality Grading

    Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.) grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires.

  • Page 292: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance

    A, B, C Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
  • Page 293 If you need to replace any of your wheels or wheel bolts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, will be sure to have the right wheel and wheel bolts for your Catera model. CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels and wheel bolts on your vehicle can be dangerous.

  • Page 294: Tire Chains

    Tire Chains NOTICE: Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the rear tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened.

  • Page 295: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Vehicle

    Cleaning the Inside of Your Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean, damp cloth. Your dealer has two cleaners, Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner and Capture Non-Solvent Dry Spot and Remover.

  • Page 296: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems

    Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. 2.

  • Page 297: Care Of Safety Belts

    Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through under certain conditions.

  • Page 298: Cleaning The Outside Of The Windshield And Wiper Blades

    Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, 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 glass cleaning powder), GM Part No.

  • Page 299: Finish Care

    Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle 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 vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish. clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat.

  • Page 300: Cleaning Tires

    Cleaning Tires To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner. NOTICE: When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle. Petroleum-based products may damage the paint finish.

  • Page 301: Underbody Maintenance

    Although no defect in the paint will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 0oO whichever occurs first. This damage into job causes this, Cadillac of purchase,...

  • Page 302: Appearance Care Materials Chart

    Appearance Care Materials Chart PART NUMBER SIZE 994954 x 25 in. 1050172 (0.473 L) 1050173 (0.473 L) 16 oz. 1050174 (0.473 1050214 (0.946 1050427 oz. (0.680 L) 1052870 (0.473 1052918** (0.237 L) 1052925 (0.473 L) 1052929 (0.473 1052930 (0.237 L) 12345002 (0.473 1234572 1...

  • Page 303: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)

    Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) E N G l N E b L CODE MODEL YEAR This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.

  • Page 304: Electrical System

    Electrical System Add-on Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.

  • Page 305: Fuses And Circuit Breakers

    Power Distribution Fuse Block This fuse block is attached to the engine compartment relay center located on top of the battery. Simply lift the lid to open. If you have any questions about the power distribution fuse block, consult your dealer. 6-56 Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected...
  • Page 306 Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Driver's Side) The fuse block is located below the steering wheel on the driver's side. Using screwdriver, loosen the two trim fasteners under the trim panel and pull the trim panel away from the instrument panel to access. 33 HEATER BLOWER 34 RR WDO DEFOG Fuse...
  • Page 307 Fuse Usage RH and LH Rear Seat Cushion Heater Relay Transmission Control Module Radio Speaker Amplifier RH and LH Rear Side Door Window Regulator Motor Headlamp Switch, Turn Signal Switch, Horn Relay, CD Changer, Multifunction Relay Windshield Wiper Motor and Relay, Windshield Wiper and Windshield Washer Switch Body Control Module (BCM), Heater...
  • Page 308 Usage Fuse Cigarette Lighter (Front and Console) Horn #1 and #2 Fuel Pump Electronic BrakeD'raction Control Module Passenger and Driver Heated Seat Relay Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) Relay, LH High-Beam Headlamp Relay Headlamp Switch, LH Headlamp (Low Beam) LH Parking Lamp and LH Rear Sidemarker Lamp, Multifunction Relay, LH Stoplamp and Taillamp Lifting Magnet, BCM, Gage Cluster...
  • Page 309 Relay Box HI BEAM LH RR WDO DEFOG FLASHER HTD MIRROR HI BEAM RH HORN The relay box is located on the lower part of the instrument panel, to the right of the steering column. 6-60 Relay Usage High-Beam Headlamps Automatic Level Control Rear Window Defog, Heated Mirrors PRK LP...
  • Page 310 Engine Compartment Relay Center The relay center is located next to the battery on the driver’s side of the engine. Lift the cover to access. Fusemelay Usage Secondary Air Injection Pump (Relay K12) Fan Control (Relay K67) Auxiliary Water Pump (Relay K22) Windshield Wiper Motor (Relay K8) 6-61...
  • Page 311 Fusemelay Usage A/C Compressor (Relay K60) Fan Control (Relay K87) Fan Control (Relay K26) Fan Control (Fuse 42) Secondary Air Injection Pump (Fuse 49) Engine Controls Power (Relay K43) Fan Control (Fuse 40) Fan Control (Fuse 52) Connector C110 6-62 Fuse/Relay Usage Fan Control (Relay K52) Fan Control (Relay K28)

  • Page 312: Replacement Bulbs

    Replacement Bulbs Application Front T u r n Signal Lamp Headlamps Composite ....Inner High Beam ....Outer Low Beam Rear Turn Signal Lamp and Taillamp Capacities and Specifications...

  • Page 313: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

    Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ....Air Filter Element ....Fuel Filter Element Engine Oil Filter Passenger’s Compartment Air Filter...

  • Page 314: Section 7 Customer Assistance Information

    Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Cadillac if you need assistance. publications and how to report any safety defects. Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users Roadside Service Roadside Service for the Hearing or...

  • Page 315: Customer Satisfaction Procedure

    Customer Satisfaction Procedure Catera dealers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information to promptly address any concerns you may have. However, if a concern has not been resolved your complete satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management.
  • Page 316 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 a 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 1-800-243-7854 (French).

  • Page 317: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users

    Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of GM Overseas offices. When contacting Cadillac, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership, using the dealer’s facilities, equipment and personnel. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern.

  • Page 318: Roadside Service

    Roadside Service TOLL-F@.EE HOTLINE 1=800-882=1112 Cadillac’s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every Catera owner with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and, when appropriate, a Catera trained dealer technician who can provide on-site service.
  • Page 319 Emergency Road Service is performed on site for the following situations: Towing Service Battery Jump Starting Lock Out Assistance Fuel Delivery Flat Tire Change (Covers change only) 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 warranty period.

  • Page 320: Roadside Service Availability

    Text Telephone (TTY) 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. (TTY) or a...

  • Page 321: Gold Key Courtesy Transportation

    Our Cadillac Dealer Technician network is ready and able to assist Catera customers at roadside. Gold Key Courtesy Transportation One of your Cadillac Owner Privileges is Gold Key Courtesy Transportation. It is just one more example of Cadillac’s commitment to provide the services you expect and deserve as a Catera owner.
  • Page 322 Shuttle Service* Your dealership can provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule when your Catera is unavailable due to a warranty repair. Courtesy Vehicle* For repairs that require your vehicle to be unavailable to you for an extended period of time, your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy vehicle from the dealership, or one obtained from a local rental agency.
  • Page 323 Owner Responsibilities 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 324: Gm Participation In An Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

    Plan (CAMVAP). General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both Cadillac and your Catera dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a...

  • Page 325: Warranty Information

    Some state laws may require you to use this program before filing claim with a state-run arbitration program or in the courts. For further information, contact the BBB at 1-800-955-5100 or the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-458-8006. Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information.

  • Page 326: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government

    In 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 P.O. Box 436004 Pontiac, MI 48343-6004 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
  • Page 327 1998 CADILLAC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)
  • Page 328 ORDER TOLL FREE (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders 1-800-782-4356 (Monday-Friday 8 : O O AM 6: O O PM EST) FAX Orders Onlv 1-31 3-865-5927 PUBLiCATlON FORM NUMBER Service Manual Car & tight Truck Transmission Unit Repair Owner’s Manual In Portfolio Owner’s Manual Without Portfolio NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent.
  • Page 329 NOTES...

  • Page 330: Section 8 Index

    ‘ # - A * Section 8 Index Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ..... Add-on Electrical Equipment .
  • Page 331 BBB Auto Line ....Better Business Bureau Mediation Blizzard Brake Adjustment Fluid Master Cylinder Pad Wear Indicator Light Parking ....... . . Pedal Travel Replacing System Parts .
  • Page 332 Cleaning ....Aluminum or Chrome Wheels Exterior LampsLenses Fabric Glass Surfaces Inside of Your Vehicle Interior Plastic Components Leather Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades Outside of Your Vehicle Speakercovers .
  • Page 333 Driving City Defensive Drunken ........Freeway a Blizzard In Foreign Countries...
  • Page 334 Finish Damage First Gear. Automatic Transmission ......Flashers. Hazard Warning ....... . . Flash-To-Pass .
  • Page 335 Hood Checking Things Under Release Horn How to Use this Manual ....Hydraulic Brake Warning Lights Hydroplaning You’re Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow Ignition Positions Illuminated Entry Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror...
  • Page 336 Safety Belt Reminder Traction Control System Warning TrunkAjar Loading Your Vehicle Locks Anti-Lockout Feature ....... Automatic Door Door .
  • Page 337 P a i n t Spotting. Chemical Park ..... . . Automatic Transmission Shifting Into Shifting Out of Parking ........At Night Brake .
  • Page 338 Replacement Bulbs ..... . Normal Maintenance Parts ........Wheel Replacing Safety Belts Reporting Safety Defects...
  • Page 339 Service and Appearance Care ....Service and Owner Publications Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Setting the Time ......SheetMetalDamage Shift Lever Shifting...
  • Page 340 Loading Information Label Pressure Temperature Traction Treadwe ar Uniform Quality Grading Wear Indicators Wheel Replacement When It’s Time for New TopStrap TorqueLock Torque, Wheel Bolt TowingaTrailer ......Towing Your Vehicle Traction Control System...
  • Page 341 ......w a r n i n g Devices. Other Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators Warranty Information .
  • Page 342 Lar; Front Turn Signal...

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