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  • Page 2 Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Cadillac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 7-12.
  • Page 3 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, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road.
  • Page 4 PENALTY OF LEADERSHIP...
  • Page 5 Henry Leland, founder o f Cadillac, stands beside the 1905 “Osceola” which was built to evaluate the feasibility of a closed bodied car.
  • Page 6 As Few automobiles are fortunate enough to have the rich heritage that is Cadillac. The name Cadillac is appropriately that of Antoine ’de La Mothe’ Cadillac, the French who founded. the city of Detroit in.
  • Page 7 From this achievement evolved the reference to Cadillac as “Standard of the World.” In 1909 Cadillac was purchased by the then new General Motors Corporation. Convenience, cleanliness and all-weather comfort were greatly enhanced in 1910 when Cadillac became the first manufacturer to offer closed bodies as standard equipment.
  • Page 8 Cadillacs beginning with the 1915 model. Many Cadillac "firsts" have followed over the years, including the synchro-mech clashless transmission, a nationwide comprehensive service policy, security plate glass, chrome plating and the first car to be designed by a stylist (1927 LaSallelHarley Earl).
  • Page 9 There are, to be sure, many ways to describe the superlative motor car pictured. “Beauty,” “majesty,” “brilliance” fullest meaning, to this new Cadillac. And yet, from this wonderful vocabulary, we have selected “elegance” as the word that most fully characterizes the Cadillac of 1960. The car’s beautiful, clean-lined styling is certainly elegant beyond compare.
  • Page 10 ,For the 1948 model, Cadillac introduced the legendary tail fin which once more set the trend in automotive styling for nearly two decades. This was closely followed with the two door hardtop Coupe DeVille and the industry's f i s t modern overhead valve, high compression V8 engine on the 1949 model.
  • Page 11 The electronics and computerization which were pioneered by Cadillac in the ’70s came of age in the ’80s with Digital Fuel Injection and On-Board Diagnostics in 1980, four wheel Anti-lock Brakes on 1986..models and Traction Control in the fall of 1989.
  • Page 12 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 work that pictures and words together to explain...
  • Page 13 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 damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
  • Page 14 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. These symbols For example, are important these symbols for you and are used on your passengers original battery: whenever your vehicle is CAUTION driven: POSSIBLE INJURY DOOR LOCK PROTECT UNLOCK...
  • Page 15 NOTES...
  • Page 16 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Cadillac and how to use your safety belts properly. learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone...
  • Page 17 Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the power seats adjust them, and also about the reclining front seatbacks, memory seats, lumbar adjustments, heated seats and head restraints. Power Seats The power seat controls, located on the move and adjust the angle of the seat. how to Move the seat cushion control forward to move the entire seat.
  • Page 18 Power Lumbar Control (If Equipped) The LUMBAR control is located on the outboard side of each front seat. It provides additional support to your lower back and it works independently of the other seat controls. Use the power seat control first to get the proper position.
  • Page 19 Automatic seat and mirror movement is programmed through the Driver Information Center (DIC) so that the driver can select whether or not movement will occur using the transmitter or by placing the ignition key in the ignition. For programming information, see “Programmable, Memory and Personalization Features”...
  • Page 20 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even 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 The head restraints tilt forward rearward also. Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR), or air bag system.
  • Page 22 Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety Belt Reminder Light” in the Index.) In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one.
  • Page 23 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop.
  • Page 24 or the instrument panel The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
  • Page 25 or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-10 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts...
  • Page 26 If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident even one that isn’t your fault your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.
  • Page 27 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Be sure to use the correct buckle when buckling your lap-shoulder belt. If you find that the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle, see if you are using the buckle for the center passenger position.
  • Page 28 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. I f you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
  • Page 29 Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of centered on your shoulder. The belt should be away from your face neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment Your car has shoulder belt tightness adjustment feature. If the shoulder belt seems too tight, adjust before you begin to drive.
  • Page 30 5. Now you can add a small amount of slack. Lean forward slightly, then sit back. If you've added more than 1 inch (25 out as you did before and start again. If you move around in the vehicle enough, or if you pull out the shoulder belt, the belt will become tight again.
  • Page 31 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 too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body.
  • Page 32 What's wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place, CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
  • Page 33 What's wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-18 You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury.
  • Page 34 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. 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 35 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 36 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 37 CAUTION: (Continued) Reduced-force frontal air bags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the of your vehicle hits something. They aren’t designed to inflate at all in rollover, rear, side or low-speed frontal crashes.
  • Page 38 CAUTldN: Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured. This is true even though your vehicle has reduced-force frontal air bags. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants.
  • Page 39 How the Air Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags? The driver’s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-24 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 driver’s door.
  • Page 40 The right front passenger’s side impact air bag passenger’s door. is in the If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly 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...
  • Page 41 When should an air bag inflate? The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. The frontal air bags are designed to inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level.”...
  • Page 42 including rollovers, rear impacts, and side impacts, primarily because an occupant’s motion is not toward the air bag. Side impact air bags would not help you in many types of collisions, including frontal or near frontal collisions, rollovers, and rear impacts, primarily because an occupant’s motion is not toward those air bags.
  • Page 43 In many crashes sevefe enough to windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur right front passenger air bag. Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After an bag inflates, you’ll need some new parts bag system.
  • Page 44 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle. Your dealer and the DeVille Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems.
  • Page 45 When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull 1-30 To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug.
  • Page 46 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 in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
  • Page 47 If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender”...
  • Page 48 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
  • Page 49 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 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 50 AUTION: 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 51 Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn't weigh much crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can't hold it. For example, in a crash CAUTION: (Continued) 1-36 CAUTION: (Continued) only 25 mph (40 will suddenly become a 240-1b.
  • Page 52 Child Restraints Every time infants and young children ride vehicles, they should have protection provided 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 only consideration not the child's weight and si'ze,...
  • Page 53 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 54 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 (9 to 18 kg) and about 26 to 40 inches (66 to 102 cm) in height, or up to around four years of age.
  • Page 55 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 56 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 57 If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Cadillac dealer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how to do it.
  • Page 58 If your child restraint has a top strap, your dealer can obtain a kit with anchor hardware and installation instructions specifically designed for this vehicle. The dealer can then install the anchor for you. In Canada, this work will be done for you free of charge. Or, you may install the anchor yourself using the instructions provided in.the kit.
  • Page 59 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button positioned so you would be able to unbuckle safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-44 To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt 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 on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
  • Page 60 To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position You’ll be using the lap belt.
  • Page 61 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. 3. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
  • Page 62 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag.
  • Page 63 You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say.
  • Page 64 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
  • Page 65 Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. 1-50 If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat.
  • Page 66 this.’ Never do Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt -can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. What if child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is...
  • Page 67 CAUTION: this. Never in a seat that has Here a child is sitting lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. I f the child wears the belt in this a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right child’s abdomen.
  • Page 68 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
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  • Page 72 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell working properly and what to do if you have a problem. Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System...
  • 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 even make the vehicle move. If they turned the ignition to and moved the shift lever out of...
  • Page 74 The square key is for the When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the ignition only. It has a plug from the door key. The plug has resistor pellet which is part tells the dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make of the vehicle’s extra keys.
  • Page 75 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 obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a...
  • Page 76 Central Door Unlocking System Your vehicle will have this feature if it is equipped with the optional theft-deterrent system. When unlocking either front door, you can unlock the other doors by holding the key in the turned position for a few seconds or by quickly turning the door key twice in the lock cylinder.
  • Page 77 Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside. To use this lock: 1. Move the lever on the door all the way up to the ENGAGED position.
  • Page 78 Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, open the door, set locks from the inside, get out and close the door. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System With this feature, you can lock and unlock the doors, unlock the trunk, open the fuel door and turn on your vehicle’s interior lamps from about 10 feet (3 m)
  • Page 79 Operation When you press this symbol to unlock the driver’s door, the parking lamps on your vehicle will blink twice. (You can program your vehicle so the parking lamps will not flash. For more information, see “LocMUnlock Confirmation” later in this section.) Pressing this symbol again within five seconds will unlock the other doors.
  • Page 80 Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about four years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the battery.
  • Page 81 3. Remove and replace the battery. Insert the new battery as the instructions under the cover indicate. 4. Snap the transmitter back together tightly to be sure no moisture can enter. 5. Resynchronize the transmitter by pressing and holding the lock and unlock buttons for about eight seconds within range of the vehicle.
  • Page 82 Trunk Lock Release To use this feature, your vehicle must be in PARK (P) and the valet lockout button must be off. Press the trunk release button, located on the headlamp control panel on the left side of the instrument panel, to open the trunk.
  • Page 83 To install the storage system: 1. Pull the carpeting from the floor of the the retainer (center dial) on the compact spare tire cover to the left to remove 2. Place the trunk storage system on the center of the trunk floor.(the cut out portion of the storage system should be facing the rear of the vehicle).
  • Page 84 Trunk Lid Automatic Pull-Down Feature Your car has an automatic pull-down feature that helps close the trunk electronically. Your fingers can be trapped under the trunk lid as it goes down. Your fingers could be injured, and you would need someone to help you free them. Keep your fingers away from the trunk lid it and as it is going down.
  • Page 85 Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s easy target for joy riders or professional thieves...
  • Page 86 Theft-Deterrent System (If Equipped) If the ignition any door is open, the SECURITY light will flash, SECURITY reminding you to activate the system. The light will also flash if the battery has been disconnected and reconnected. To arm the system, do the following: 1.
  • Page 87 Testing the Alarm 1. From inside the vehicle, roll down the window, then get out of the vehicle, keeping the door open. 2. From outside of the vehicle, with the door open, lock the vehicle using the power door lock or the remote keyless entry transmitter and close the door.
  • Page 88 PASS-Kev@ I1 Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key 1 1 theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key I1 is a passive system. The system is armed when the key is removed from the ignition. PASS-Key I1 uses resistor pellet in the ignition key that is read by the system in your vehicle.
  • Page 89 New Vehicle 66Break-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 Don’t make full-throttle starts. Avoid making hard stops for the 200 miles (322...
  • Page 90 LOCK (B): Before you put the key in, the ignition will be in LOCK. This is the only position in which you can remove the key. This position locks the ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It’s a theft-deterrent feature. NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key;...
  • Page 91 Your engine won’t start in any other position safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. NOTICE: Don’t to shift to PARK (P) if your Cadillac is moving. If you do, you could damage the Shift transaxle. to PARK only when your vehicle is stopped.
  • Page 92 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. T r y pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds.
  • Page 93 To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause fire.
  • Page 94 Automatic l’ransaxle Operation The automatic transaxle may have either located on the steering column or on the console between the seats. There are several different positions for the shift lever. Column Shifter Console Shifter PARK (P): This position locks the front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start the engine because your vehicle can’t move easily.
  • Page 95 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your vehicle has a Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). You have to fully apply your regular brakes befure you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in RUN. If you cannot shift out (P), of PARK ease pressure on the shift lever...
  • Page 96 ( a ) : OVERDRIVE This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than 35 mph (55 kmk), push the accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about or more, push the kmh) accelerator all the way down.
  • Page 97 FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, deep snow or mud. (If the shft lever is put in FIRST (l), the transaxle won’t shift into gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.) NOTICE: If your front wheels can’t rotate, don’t try...
  • Page 98 Before releasing the manual parking brake, be sure to put the vehicle in PARK (P) and turn the ignition to OFF. Reach under the driver’s side of the instrument panel and pull on the manual release lever, which is located above the parking brake pedal.
  • Page 99 Shifting Into PARK (P) can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if shift not fully in PARK (P) with the lever parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
  • Page 100 Move the lever up as far as it will go. With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down, set the parking brake. Twn the ignition key LOCK. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
  • Page 101 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire.
  • Page 102 Shifting Out of PARK (P) Your vehicle has Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See "Automatic Transaxle" in the Index. (P), If you cannot shift out of PARK the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into...
  • Page 103 Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. contains the gas (CO), carbon monoxide which you can’t see smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. Your vehicle damaged in a collision.
  • Page 104 can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if PARK (P) the shift lever is not fully in parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
  • Page 105 Express-Down Window This feature is present on the driver’s power window. Pressing the control rearward into the second position then releasing it will lower the window completely. If you want to stop the window as it is lowering, press the control forward. Press the control forward to raise the window.
  • Page 106 Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Tbrn and Lane Change Signals To signal a turn, move the lever a l l the way up or down. The lever returns automatically when the instrument arrow panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.
  • Page 107 Flash-To-Pass This lets you use the high-beam headlamps to signal the driver in front you that you want to pass. Pull the turn signal lever toward you to use. When you do: If the headlamps are either off or in the DRL mode, the high-beam headlamps will turn on.
  • Page 108 DELAY: You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes with this setting. Move the band to the DELAY position. The closer you move it to LO, the shorter the delay. (DeVille Only) OFF: Turn the band to OFF to turn off the wipers. Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them.
  • Page 109 The Rainsense wipers operate in a delay mode as well as a continuous low or high speed depending on the amount of moisture and the sensitivity level. The MIST and “wash” cycles operate as normal and are not affected by the Rainsense function. NOTICE: The wipers must be turned off when going through a car wash to avoid damage.
  • Page 110 NOTICE: Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. A bad mud splash can block your vision could hit another vehicle or go off the road. Check the washer fluid level often. Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a mph (40 or more without keeping your foot on the km/h)
  • Page 111 Setting Cruise Control 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 112 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach a desired lower speed, then release CRUISE ENGAGED message will then display in the Driver Information Center (DIC).
  • Page 113 Exterior Lamps The control on the left side of the instrument panel controls these lamp systems: Headlamps Taillamps Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps License Plate Lamp Underhood Lamp Fog Lamps (DeVille Concours Only) Instrument Panel Lights Interior Courtesy Lamps 2-42 Pull the lamp control knob out to the the parking and taillamps, sidemarker lamps and instrument panel lights.
  • Page 114 Lamps on Reminder You will hear a warning chime if you open any door while leaving the lamps if the manual headlamp control is activated. An exception to this is when you’re using twilight sentinel. Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for o€...
  • Page 115 Fog Lamps (DeVille Concours Only) Use the fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. When you press the fog lamp button, a small indicator light will tell you that the fog lamps and the parking lamps are on. Press the button again to turn them off.
  • Page 116 If you move the control the way to the right, the will lamps remain on for approximately three minutes after the ignition has been turned to OFF or LOCK. If you move the control so it is just on, the off quickly when you turn the ignition’switch out of RUN.
  • Page 117 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver the manual parking lamp control has been turn off approximately 10 minutes exterior lamps will after the ignition is turned to LOCK or ACCESSORY. This protects draining the battery in case yoihave accidently left the headlamps or parking lamps on. If you need to purposely leave the lamps on for more than 10 minutes with the ignition LOCK or ACCESSORY,...
  • Page 118 Parade Dimming This feature prohibits backlighting and the dimming of the instrument panel lights during daylight while the headlamps are This feature operates with the light sensor for the twilight sentinel and is fully automatic. When the light sensor reads darkness outside, the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.
  • Page 119 Inadvertent Power Battery Saver This feature is designed to protect your vehicle’s battery against drainage from the interior lamps, trunk lamp, glove box lamp, cigarette lighters or the garage door opener. When the ignition is turned off, the power to these features will automatically turn off after 10 minutes (three minutes if a new car has 15 miles or less).
  • Page 120 Mirror Operation To turn on the automatic dimming feature, press AUTO. To turn off automatic dimming, press OW. The green indicator light will be illuminated when this feature is active. Time Delay The automatic mirror has a time delay feature which prevents unnecessary switching from the night back to the day position.
  • Page 121 Mirror Operation The right side of the switch located at the bottom of the mirror turns the electrochromic mirror on turn on the automatic dimming feature, press MIRROR. To turn off automatic dimming, press MIRROR again. The green indicator light will be illuminated when this feature is active.
  • Page 122 Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances, as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance.
  • Page 123 Compass Calibration If the letter “C” appears in the compass display, the mirror may need calibration. The mirror can be calibrated in one of two ways: Drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 until the display reads a direction, or Drive the vehicle on’your everyday routine.
  • Page 124 Curb View Assist Mirror (If Equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with memory mirrors, it will . also be equipped with the curb view assist mirror This feature. featbre, will cause the passenger mirror tilt when the vehicle is in REVERSE (R).
  • Page 125 Storage Compartments Glove Box The glove box is located in front of the passenger’s seat. To lock the glove box door, insert the oval key into the lock cylinder and turn it to the right. Turn the key to the left to unlock the door.
  • Page 126 Rear Storage Armrest (If Equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a rear seat armrest which includes an open storage compartment and a dual cupholder that unfolds for use. To open, lift the front edge. (This feature is available on vehicles with leather interiors only.) Conver nce Net...
  • Page 127 Move the slide switch up or down to brighten or dim the lamp. Cellular Telephone (Option) a Cadillac dual-mode (analog/digital) cellular telephone. A fixed mobile or a portable hand-heid system available. Either system has steering wheel telephone controls and information output through the Driver Information Center (DIC).
  • Page 128 OnStar System (Option) This system may be ordered through your dealer and will include the optional fixed cellular telephone. following services are available 24 hours a day: Roadside Service with Location Emergency Services Button Remote Door Unlock Theft DetectiodNotification and S tolen-Vehicle Tracking Automatic Notification of Front Air Bag Deployment...
  • Page 129 Bstroroof (Option) The control switch only works when the ignition is on or when the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. 2-58 Press the switch rearward and release to express-open the glass panel and sunshade. The sunshade can also be opened by hand.
  • Page 130 Universal Transmitter (Option) P a r t This device complies with 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: device may not cause harmful interference, (1) this and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 131 Hold the end of the hand-held transmitter against the front surface of the universal transmitter so that you can still see the amber light. Using both hands, press the hand-held transmitter button and the desired button on the universal transmitter. Continue to. press both buttons through Step 5.
  • Page 132 already. If the amber light on the universal transmitter flashes rapidly for one or two seconds and then stops flashing, the garage door opener has a rolling code system. In a rolling code system, the garage door receiver must be trained to the universal transmitter. Training a Garage Door Opener with “Rolling Codes”...
  • Page 133 Instrument Panel 2-62...
  • Page 134 The instrument panel 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. The main components of the instrument panel are: A.
  • Page 135 Digital Cluster (DeVille and DeVille d'Elegance Only) INST UlOO PREMIUM UNLEADED United States version shown, Canadian similar 2-64 FUEL ONLY...
  • Page 136 Analog Cluster (DeVille Concour Only) United States version shown, Canadian similar 2-65...
  • Page 137 Speedometer ar Odometer The speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). You may wonder what happens if a vehicle has to have a new odometer installed.
  • Page 138 Tachometer Cluster Only) This gage indicates the NOTICE: Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area or engine damage may occur. Engine Speed Limiter This feature prevents the engine from operating at too many revolutions per minute (rpm). When the engine’s rpm are critically high, the fuel supply to the engine is shut off.
  • Page 139 When one of the warningalights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of @e gages shows there.may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do aboyt it. Please follow this manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly dangerous.
  • Page 140 Charging System Indicator Light When you turn the key to RUN, this light will come on briefly to show that the generator and battery charging systems are working. If this light stays on, you need service and you should take your vehicle to the dealer at once. battery until you get there, turn off all accessories.
  • Page 141 Your braKe system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.
  • Page 142 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ANTI LOCK ANT’- LOCK Digital Cluster Analog Cluster 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, twn the ignition to OFF. Or, if the light comes on when ,you’re driving, stop possible and turn...
  • Page 143 Traction Control System Warning Light This warning light should come on briefly as you start the engine. If the warning TRACT^ light doesn’t come on then, CONTROL have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s ’...
  • Page 144 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Analog Cluster This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, the engine is too hot. That reading means the same thing as the warning light has overheated. In the section “Problems on the Road,”...
  • Page 145 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 be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty.
  • Page 146 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 147 Oil Pressure Light This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure. The light goes on when you turn your key to RUN or START. It goes off once you start your engine. That’s a check to be sure the light works.
  • Page 148 Fuel Gage PREMIUM U.NLEADED FUEL ONLY Digital Cluster Analog Cluster The fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank. It works only when the ignition the digital cluster, if the fuel level approximately 2 gallons (7.6 L) of being shown.
  • Page 149 Fuel Data Panel Digital Cluster For vehicles equipped with an analog cluster (not shown), fuel data can be obtained by pressing the INFO button. See “Analog Control Buttons’’ later in this section. The fuel data panel tells you all you need to know about the fuel economy and how far you can travel with the he1 remaining.
  • Page 150 Driver Information Center (DIC) This display gives you the status of many of your vehicle’s systems. The DIC is also used to display driver personalization features and warningktatus messages. Digital Control Buttons (DeVille and DeVille d’Elegance Only) DISPLAY ON/OFF: Pressing this button will turn off the Driver Information Center (DIC), Electronic Climate Control (ECC), fuel data center, the fuel gage, trip odometer and odometer.
  • Page 151 TIMER: This feature is like a stopwatch, in that you can clock the time it takes to get from one point to another. To operate, press the TIMER button until TIMER 0O:OO:OO is displayed on the Driver Information Center @ I C ) . Each of the fields for the hours, minutes and seconds are two numeric digits.
  • Page 152 Analog Control Buttons (DeVille Concours Only) INFO RESET Pressing this button will reset the MPG AVG, GAL FUEL USED, AVG MPH and OIL LIFE LEFT. Pressing INFO RESET when a non-resettable display appears will cause a “recall” mode to occur. When this happens, all Driver Information Center (DIC) warning messages that have been displayed since the ignition key was turned to RUN will redisplay.
  • Page 153 TIMER: This feature is like a stopwatch, in that you can clock the time it takes to get from one point to another. To operate, press the TIMER button until- TIMER 0O:OO:OO is displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC). Each of the fields for the hours, minutes and seconds are two numeric digits.
  • Page 154 BATTERY VOLTAGE HIGH 8: This message - ’ shows that the electrical charging system is overcharging (more than 16 volts). To avoid being stranded, have the electrical system checked dealership. You can reduce the charging overload by using the accessories. Turn on the lamps and radio, set the climate control on AUTO and the fan speed on HI, and turn the rear window defogger on.
  • Page 155 serviced by a technician as soon as possible. warning light is on, follow the directions in that part. CHECK COOLANT LEVEL 2: This message will appear when there is a low level of engine coolant. Have the cooling system serviced by a technician as soon as possible.
  • Page 156 down or the message is removed. If it does not cool down, turn off the engine and have it serviced before driving it again. Severe engine damage can result from an overheated engine. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index. ENGINE HOT N C OFF 16: This message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal...
  • Page 157 LOW-REFRIG A/C OFF 12: This message means that the air conditioning system detects a refrigerant level that is low enough to cause damage to the air conditioning compressor. To avoid damage, the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off and the electronic climate control system will automatically switch from AUTO to ECON...
  • Page 158 SERVICE AIR BAG 83: There is a problem with the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (air bag) system when this message appears. Let only a qualified technician work on your vehicle. See your dealership for service at once. SERVICE BRAKE FLUID SWITCH in the brake fluid detection circuit causes this message to display if the ignition is in RUN.
  • Page 159 STABILITY ENGAGED 55: You may see the STABILITY ENGAGED message on the Driver Information Center. It means that computer-controlled system has come on to help your vehicle continue to go in the direction in which you’re steering. This stability enhancement system activates when the computer senses that your vehicle starting to spin, as it might if you hit a patch of ice or other slippery spot on the road.
  • Page 160 TRACTION ENGAGED 91: When your traction control system is limiting wheel spin, the TRACTION ENGAGED message will be displayed. Slippery road conditions may exist if this message is displayed, so adjust your driving accordingly. This message will stay on for a few seconds after the traction control system stops limiting wheel spin.
  • Page 161 Programmable, Memory and Personalization atures (If Equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with the following features that can be individually programmed, memorized or personalized for up to two drivers. For a brief description of each feature (except for climate control and radio personalization), see each feature in the Index.
  • Page 162 Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle’s ignition must be in RUN. To begin programming, press and hold the INFORMATION (INFO) and RESET (INFO RESET) buttons at the same time to display the following prompts. DOORS LOCK IN GEAR: All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P).
  • Page 163 FEATURE appears as well as the next prompt DOORS UNLOCK IN PARK. If this prompt is chosen, FEATURE ON appears. If a no response was made, DOORS UNLOCK KEY OFF will appear. At this point, a yes or no response automatically brings up the LGHTS FLSH AT UNLOCK feature.
  • Page 164 Remote Recall Memory Equipped with Memory Personalization) Memory settings that have been previously programmed (climate control settings, radio preset settings, exterior lighting choices, lockhnlock confirmation choices and programmable automatic door lock choices) recalled by using the remote keyless entry transmitter or by placing the key in your vehicle’s ignition.
  • Page 165 Storage Mode Personalization Before you begin programming, make sure that your vehicle’s ignition is RUN. To begin programming, press the INFORMATION (INFO) and RESET (INFO RESET) buttons at the same time for about two seconds. The first message to appear is DOORS LOCK IN GEAR.
  • Page 166 Radio Personalization With this feature, your vehicle will recall the latest radio settings as adjusted the last time your vehicle was operated. This feature allows two different drivers to store and recall their own radio settings for AM and FM presets, last tuned station, volume, tone and audio source (radio, cassette or CD).
  • Page 167 Oil Life 1 iicator This feature lets you know when to change the engine oil. It's based on the engine oil temperatures and your driving patterns. To see the display, press the INFORMATION (INFO) button until XX OIL LIFE LEFT appears. If you see 99% OIL LIFE LEFT, 99 percent of your current oil life remains.
  • Page 168 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control sure to read about the particular systems supplied Comfort Controls Digital Cluster Climate Control.Pane1 (DeWlle DeVille d’Elegance Only) Analog Cluster Climate Control Panel (DeVille Concours Only) Electronic Solar Sensor 3- 10...
  • Page 169 Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your for you. Your Electronic Climate Control (ECC) system uses ozone-friendly R- 134a refrigerant. With the ECC system, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. also has a flow-through ventilation system described later in this section.
  • Page 170 Driver’s Side Temperature Button The red and blue temperature buttons adjust the air temperature coming through the system. Press the blue button for a cooler setting or the red button for a warmer setting. Passenger’s Side Temperature Knob With this feature, the right front passenger can control the temperature of air for hisher own zone.
  • Page 171 To find your comfort zone, start with the setting and allow about 30 minutes for the system to regulate. Press the red or blue temperature buttons to adjust the temperature if necessary. If you choose 60°F (16"C), the system will remain at that maximum cooling setting and will not regulate fan speed.
  • Page 172 Manual Operation RECIRCULATION: Press this button to limit the amount of fresh air entering your vehicle. This is helpful when you are trying to cool the air quickly or limit odors entering your vehicle. In the AUTO mode, the system will use recirculation as necessary to cool the air.
  • Page 173 Analog Cluster Climate Control Panel (DeVille Concours Only) Fan Button The button with the fan symbol adjusts the fan speed. Press the up arrow to increase €an speed and arrow to decrease fan speed. Driver’s Side Temperature Knob The TEMP/AUTO knob adjusts the air temperature coming through the system.
  • Page 174 Mode Button Press this button to deliver air through the floor, middle or windshield outlets. The system will stay in the selected mode until the MODE button is pushed again. Press the up or down arrow to cycle through available modes. Automatic Operation When the system is set for automatic operation, sensors will control the air delivery mode.
  • Page 175 If you leave your vehicle, the system will remember the control setting the next time you start your engine, except for recirculation and defrost. Each ignition cycle cancels recirculation, whereas, DEFROST will change to automatic operation when the ignition is shut off and then turned back on.
  • Page 176 OFF: Press this button to turn the system off. Fresh air will continue to flow through the vehicle, and the system will try to maintain the previously set temperature. The outside temperature will show on the display when the system is OFF. AC: Press this button to turn the air conditioning on and off.
  • Page 177 Air Conditioning .On hot days, open the windows long enough escape. This reduces the time it takes for your inside a i r vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the conditioner to work its best. With the digital cluster climate control panel, press the AUTOLECON button to assist 'in cooling a i r and in maintaining proper airflow.
  • Page 178 Ventilation System Your vehicle's flow-through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater conditioning fan is running. The front outlets are located in center and at each side of the instrument panel.
  • Page 179 Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of the windows. Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects.
  • Page 180 Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid or the integrated rear window antenna, and the repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. HVAC Steering Wheel Controls Some heating and cooling controls can be adjusted at...
  • Page 181 Audio Systems Your Cadillac audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your audio system can do...
  • Page 182 Finding Station BAND: Press this button to select and preset stations. SEEK-TUNE: Press and release this button to seek to the next higher or lower radio station. Pressing and holding this button until a chime sounds puts the radio in a tune mode. In this mode, higher or lower radio stations are advanced to in small increments until the SEEK-TUNE button is released.
  • Page 183 setting the Tone BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to the right to increase and to the 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 184 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 REV will appear on the display. You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while REV mode.
  • Page 185 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player (If Equipped) Playing the Radio PWRNOL: Press this knob lightly to turn the system on. Press the knob again to turn the system off. increase volume, turn the knob to the right. Turn it to the left to decrease volume.
  • Page 186 PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press BAND to select AM, FM1 or FM2. 3.
  • Page 187 m i l e the tape is playing, use the VOL, TONE, LEVEL, and SPEAKER controls just as you do for the radio. Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted. The display will show an underlined tape symbol.
  • Page 188 CLEAN TAPE: this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage the tapes and player. See “Care of Your Cassette Tape Player”...
  • Page 189 Press and hold the left arrow to reverse the compact disc. Release it to return to playing speed. Press and hold the right arrow to fast forward to another part of the compact disc. Release it to return to playing speed. TUNE-SEEK: When this button is pressed, it has two positions.
  • Page 190 SOURCE: Press this button to select a source. Source include cassette and compact disc. The audio source must be loaded to play. Available loaded sources are shown on the display. If a source is being used, it will be underlined on the display. If none of the audio sources are loaded, NO SOURCE LOADED will appear on the display.
  • Page 191 Using RDS Mode Your audio system is equipped with Radio Data Systems (RDS). RDS mode gives you many useful new features. When RDS is on, the radio can: seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to listen to, seek to stations with traffic announcements, receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies,...
  • Page 192 is already on. Press the RDS SELECT button. Then press and hold the RDS button for two seconds. REGION: ON will appear on the display. While REGION: ON appears, on the display, press the RDS button again to turn the region function off. REGION: OFF will appear on the display.
  • Page 193 seconds. (The shown will be the last three E I ” y selected.) Press the RDS SELECT button, followed by this display off. button again to turn the < PTY > (6): With RDS on, press the RDS < > SELECT button, followed by will turn on, if it is not already on.
  • Page 194 current displayed station time, press and hold until TIME UPDATED is displayed. There is a two second delay before the time is updated. RDS mode does not have to be on to use this function, but you must be tuned to an FM RDS station. ALERT: This type of announcement warns of national or local emergencies.
  • Page 195 AUDITORIUM: This setting is used to make the listening space seem larger. LEVEL: Press the plus or minus this button to adjust the amount of effect desired when in DSP mode. Adjusting the Speakers TONE: Press and release this button until the desired BALANCE or FADE control is found.
  • Page 196 TUNE-SEEK: When this button is pressed, it has two positions. This button works the same, whether it is pressed to the first or second position. Press this button to seek to the next or previous selection on the tape. Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence TUNE-SEEK between each selection for sound will mute while seeking.
  • Page 197 If you’re driving on a very rough road or if it’s very the disc may not play. If the disc comes out, it could be that: The disc is upside down. It is dirty, scratched or wet. is very humid. (If so, wait about an hour and try again.) If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can’t be corrected, please contact your dealer.
  • Page 198 (RDS) Radio Data Systems Program Type Description (PTY) Selections PTY List Adlt Hit Classic1 Cls Rock College Country Info Jazz.. Language News Nostalga Oldies Persnlty Public R & B Re1 Musc Re1 Talk List Rock M Soft.. Soft Rock Adult Hits sports Classical Talk...
  • Page 199 Trunk Mounted CD Changer (If Equipped) With the compact disc changer, you can play up to 12 discs continuously. Normal size discs may be played using the trays supplied in the magazine. The smaller discs (8 cm) can be played only with specially designed trays.
  • Page 200 Once you have loaded the discs in the magazine, slide open the door of the compact disc (CD) changer. Push the magazine into the changer in the direction of the arrow marked on top of the magazine. Close the door by sliding it all the way to the left. When the door is closed, the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine.
  • Page 201 Whenever a CD magazine with discs is loaded in the changer, the CD changer symbol will appear on the radio display. the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs, the CD symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play. When a CD begins playing, a disc and track number will be displayed.
  • Page 202 RDM: Press this button to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RANDOM will appear on the display. Press TUNE-SEEK while RDM is on the display to randomly seek through discs and tracks. Press RDM again to turn off random play. (This button AM-FM is not available on the Stereo with Cassette...
  • Page 203 CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a CD adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player. activate the bypass feature, use the following steps: Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY. Turn the radio off.
  • Page 204 Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK@ is designed to discourage theft 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 the radio was originally installed in your vehicle at the factory, it stored the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
  • Page 205 SELECT: When listening to the radio, press the down arrow lever to tune to the next or previous preset radio station. (If your vehicle is equipped with the AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player, factory presets which have not been reprogrammed with your stations will be ignored).
  • Page 206 To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly. NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio be sure you can add what you want.
  • Page 207 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 cleaning cassette may appear as a broken tape. To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected, use the following steps.
  • Page 208 Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised, due to the, risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism. Power Antenna Mast Care Your power antenna will look its ‘best and work well if it’s cleaned from time to time.
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  • Page 212 Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking 4- 10 Steering Off-Road Recovery 4- 12 4-13 Passing 4- 14 Loss of Control...
  • Page 213 The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device Cadillac: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.”...
  • Page 214 Drunken Driving Death and injury.%saclared 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 215 It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.
  • Page 216 The body takes about an hour to rid itself in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision.
  • Page 217 Control of Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
  • Page 218 Avoid needless’heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic.. mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. ‘Your brakes will wear out much do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the allow traffic and realistic.
  • Page 219 Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels.
  • Page 220 Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
  • Page 221 To turn the system off, press RAC OFF button located inside of the glove The TRACTION message will display on the Driver Information Center. If the system is limiting wheel spin when you press the button, the TRACTION message will display but the system won’t turn off right away.
  • Page 222 The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you’re in a curve, speed is the one factor you can control. Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve.
  • Page 223 An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object.
  • Page 224 Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds.
  • Page 225 Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane.
  • Page 226 If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs. If you have Stabilitrak, you may see the STABILITY ENGAGED message on the Driver Information Center.
  • Page 227 Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead.
  • Page 228 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
  • Page 229 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. T r y The water may affect your brakes. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. 4-18 Wet braKes can cause accidents.
  • Page 230 Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
  • Page 231 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out what the other drivers doing and pay attention to traffic signals. 4-20 Here are ways to increase your safety Know the best way to get to where you are going.
  • Page 232 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. 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 233 Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Cadillac dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it. 4-22 Here are some things you can check before a trip:...
  • Page 234 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
  • Page 235 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle.
  • Page 236 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 your trunk. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles.
  • Page 237 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip”...
  • Page 238 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 dry pavement. See “Anti-Lock” in the Index. Allow greater following distance on any slippery road.
  • Page 239 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 blankets 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 240 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 battery charged.
  • Page 241 MFDBYGENERALMOTORSCORP DATE GVWR GAWR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI- CABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREV.ENTlON 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 242 CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Put things in the trunk of your vehicle. In a trunk, put them as far forward as you can. Try to spread the weight evenly.
  • Page 243 Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer” that appears later in this section. But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself.
  • Page 244 You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: 1 773 kg). Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box 436004 Pontiac, MI 48343-6004 In Canada, write to:...
  • Page 245 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
  • Page 246 Hitches It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: The rear bumper on your vehicle is not intended for hitches.
  • Page 247 Trailer Wiring Harness If your vehicle is equipped with the 3,000-lb. (1 360 kg) trailer towing package option, you will have harness located under the trim. The harness is a trunk five-wire harness, with connector. These trailer-wiring harness color codes should be followed when connecting it to your trailer: WHITE: Direct trailer ground for trailer lamps.
  • Page 248 When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check with your Cadillac dealer. The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn,...
  • Page 249 Parking on Hills really should not park your vehicle, with-a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how to do it: Apply your regular brakes, but do not shift into PARK (P).
  • Page 250 Section 5 Probler--. on the R 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 Engine Overheating -lad 5-24 If a Tire Goes Flat 5-24 Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire...
  • Page 251 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. Press the button in to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off, This light on the instrument panel will flash, indicating...
  • Page 252 Pull out on the collar to turn the flashers off. When the hazard warning flashers are on, the turn signals won’t work since they are already flashing. Warning Devices 011- If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle.
  • Page 253 NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could result in to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. start Trying to your vehicle by pushing or pulling won’t work, and it could damage your vehicle. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system.
  • Page 254 Start by removing the red positive terminal cover. Using gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough need to add water to the ACDelco Freedom@ battery installed in every new if a battery has filler caps, be sure the right amount of fluid is there.
  • Page 255 6. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation.. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could also be damaged. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive positive and negative will go to an unpainted...
  • Page 256 Don't let the other end of the negative 8. Don't let the other anything until the next step. The other end of the end of the positive negative cable touch metal. to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine Connect it to the vehicle with the dead battery.
  • Page 257 13. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch each other or any other metal. /-c+I A. Heavy Metal Engine Part Good Battery C . Dead Battery Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle.
  • Page 258 Front Towing Rear Towing To help avoid inJury to you or others: Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck.
  • Page 259 A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn’t adequately secured. This can cause a collision, serious personal injury and vehicle damage. The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains steel cables before it is transported. Don’t use substitutes (ropes, leather straps, canvas webbing, etc.) that can be cut by sharp edges underneath the towed vehicle.
  • Page 260 NOTICE: Do not tow with sling type equipment or fascidfog lamp damage will occur. Use wheel-lift or carcarrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle.
  • Page 261 Attach T-hook chains on both sides, in the slotted holes the bottom of the frame rails, behind the front wheels. These slots are to be used when loading and securing to car-carrier equipment. 5-12 Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm.
  • Page 262 Rear Towing Tow Limits 35 mph (55 kph), 25 miles (40 NOTICE: k m ) Do not tow with sling type equipment bumper valance damage will occur. Use wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps.
  • Page 263 Attach R-hook chains to the R-hook slots in the frame rails just ahead of the rear wheels on both sides. slots are to be used when loading and securing to car-carrier equipment. 5-14 These Attach a separate safety chain around the end axle inboard of the spring.
  • Page 264 Engine Overheating You will find an ENGINE COOLANT HOT, IDLE ENGINE message or an ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP, ENGINE message on the Driver Information Center (DIC). You will also hear a chime. There is also an engine temperature warning light andor gage on the instrument panel.
  • Page 265 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5-16 CAUTION: 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.
  • Page 266 NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. See “Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode” in the Index. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious.
  • Page 267 When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Fans 5-18 CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
  • Page 268 If it isn’t, the coolant level should be indicated by a CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message Information Center. If it is, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
  • Page 269 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 proper level (2.5 inches (6.4 cm) below the base of the fill neck), add a 50/50 mixture of clean DEX-COOL’...
  • Page 270 get the overheat warning. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. a 50/50 mixture of clean water and DEX-COOL@ coolant. NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. So use the recommended coolant.
  • Page 271 2. Then keep turning the cap, but now push down 3. Then fill the coolant surge tar& with the proper you turn Remove the pressure cap. mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. 5-22...
  • Page 272 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out cooling fans. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches about 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) below the base of the filler neck.
  • Page 273 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. But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat...
  • Page 274 The following steps will tell you how to use change a tire. Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk. (center dial) on the compact spare cover remove it.
  • Page 275 Turn the nut holding the jack and wheel wrench Lift up the tire to remove it from the trunk. left and remove it. Then remove the jack and wrench. 5-26...
  • Page 276 Removing the Wheel Cover ‘. The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and the wheel wrench (B). There is a center wheel cover on the aluminum wheel. Using the flat end.of the wheel wrench, gently pry the wheel cover off. Be careful not to scratch the aluminum wheel edge and don’t try to remove it with your hands.
  • Page 277 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. 2. Turn the jack handle to the right to raise the jack lift head a few inches. 5-28 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is...
  • Page 278 10.5 INCHES 5.8 INCHES (150 mm) (270 mm) 3. Position the jack under the vehicle and raise the jack lift head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearest the flat tire. Put the compact spare tire near you. 4.
  • Page 279 6. Remove any rust or dirt from mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
  • Page 280 9. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. CAUTIO1 8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle to the Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened left. Lower the jack completely. wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off.
  • Page 281 NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. Don’t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire.
  • Page 282 Secure the tire with the retainer that was used to hold the compact spare in place. Store the cover as forward as possible. Storing the Spare Tire and Tools Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury.
  • Page 283 The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can. See the storage instructions label to replace your compact spare into your trunk properly. RETAINER 5-34 Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.
  • Page 284 NOTICE: When the compact spare is installed, don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other parts of your vehicle. Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles.
  • Page 285 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 transaxle back and forth, you can destroy your transaxle. For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see “Tire Chains”...
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  • Page 288 -%%-, & & * 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 information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
  • Page 289 If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll you to 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 290 You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have suffkient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task.
  • Page 291 If this occurs, return to your authorized Cadillac dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure. In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty.
  • Page 292 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 293 The cap is behind a hinged door on the dnver’s side of your vehicle. The fuel door release button is located to the left of the steering wheel next to the headlamp knob and on the remote keyless entry transmitter. The button only works in PARK (P) when the ignition key is in any position.
  • Page 294 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 295 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container your vehicle, Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: Dispense gasoline only into approved containers, not fill...
  • Page 296 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 lever which is located under the front edge of the grille.
  • Page 297 When you open the hood, you'll see: A. Battery B. Coolant Fill Location C. Power Steering Fluid Before closing the hood, sure all filler caps are on properly. Then pull the hood down and close D. Oil Fill Location E. Engine Oil Dipstick Location F.
  • Page 298 Underhood Lamp Turn the parking lamps on to operate the underhood lamp. The underhood lamp will come on when the ho0.d is opened. Engine Oil ~ M I U M UNLEADED FUEL ONLY HHBHHHrn ."... "..". -....
  • Page 299 O i l Checking Engine 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. When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil.
  • Page 300 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol.
  • Page 301 As shown in the chart, S A E 1OW-30 is best for your S A E vehicle. However, you 5W-30 if it’s going to be colder than 60” F (1 6°C) before your next oil change. When it’s very cold, you should 5W-30.
  • Page 302 How to Reset the Oil Life Indicator After the oil has been changed, display the OIL LIFE LEFT message by pressing the INFORMATION (INFO) button. Then press and hold the RESET (INFO RESET) button until the display shows “100.” This resets the oil life index.
  • Page 303 1. Disconnect the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor from the air cleaner. 2. With a screwdriver, loosen the air duct clamp, which is located at the mass airflow sensor end of the air duct. 3. Disconnect the air duct from the mass aifflow sensor. 6-16 the base of Unhook both air cleaner cover latches.
  • Page 304 6. Take out the air cleaner filter and remove any loose debris that may be found laying in the air cleaner base. 7. Install a new air filter element. See “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts” in the Index. Follow these steps to reinstall the air cleaner assembly: Slide the air cleaner lid into the slots in the front edge of air cleaner base.
  • Page 305 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, Don’t drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off.
  • Page 306 How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your Cadillac dealership Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick.
  • Page 307 Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: 1. The black transaxle fluid cap is located next to the radiator hose and below the air cleaner assembly on the driver’s side of the engine. Remove the air cleaner assembly so you can reach the transaxle fluid cap.
  • Page 308 If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick. 1. Pull out the dipstick. 2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level. It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than one pint (0.5 L).
  • Page 309 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 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 k m ) whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX-COOL’...
  • Page 310 What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably DEX-COOL@ distilled) and one-half 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. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the coolant mixture will.
  • Page 311 Checking Coolant The surge tank is located next to the engine block on passenger's side of the engine. The cooling system is under a lot of pressure when it is hot. the CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message appears on the Driver Information Center (DIC), you will need to add coolant.
  • Page 312 Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-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 313 Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located next to the coolant surge.tank on the passenger’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 314 Adding Washer Fluid The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located next the air cleaner on the driver's side of the engine. Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for water.
  • Page 315 Brakes Brake Fluid 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 reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
  • Page 316 What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake Delco Supreme 11’ (GM fluid such 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 317 Brake Wear Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads’are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).
  • Page 318 Battery Every new Cadillac has an ACDelco Freedom@ battery. You never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time for a new battery, we recommend an ACDelco Freedom battery. Get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery’s label.
  • Page 319 Bulb R e p l a c e r 3 For any bulb changing procedure not listed section, contact your dealer's service department. Hnlogen Bulbs CAUdC J: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured.
  • Page 320 2. Turn the headlamp housing socket to the left to unlock the socket from the lamp housing. 3. Disconnect the socket from the harness the locking clip. 4. Install the new and socket to the wiring harness bulb connector. Make sure that the harness socket.
  • Page 321 5. Reinstall the headlamp housing socket back into the headlamp assembly. 6-34 Front n r n Signal Lamps 1. The turn signal lamps are located below the headlamps. To access, lift off the headlamp cover (see Step 1 under “Headlamps”). 2.
  • Page 322 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) 1. Lift the trim cover to remove. 3. Remove the turn signal lamp housing socket and 2. Twist the socket to the left and remove the socket replace the bulb. and bulb from the housing. 6-35...
  • Page 323 ‘Replace the bulb. Reverse the steps to reassemble the stoplamp assembly. 1. Loosen the upper Tom@ screw, but don’t remove it. 6-36 Rear 2. Gently tilt the top portion of the lamp housing to access the bulb sockets. If you can’t access the lower bulb socket, remove the lamp housing completely.
  • Page 324 3. Press the bulb socket housing lever ind rotate the Replace the bulb by pressing and turning it to socket to the left to remove it. the left. 5. Once you have installed the new bulb and socket into the lamp housing, insert the tab on the lower portion of the lamp housing first, then gently fit the rest of the housing in place.
  • Page 325 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement It’s a good iaea to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly on a regular basis or when worn. For proper windshield wiper blade length and type, see “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts” later in this section. To replace the wiper blade assembly: 1.
  • Page 326 There should not be any cargo or loading of the vehicle, except it should have a full tank of gas and one person or 160 lbs. (75 kg) on the driver’s seat. Tires should be properly inflated. Rock the vehicle to stabilize the suspension. NOTICE: To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly, read all the instructions before...
  • Page 327 2. Check the vertical headlamp aim first. Keep in mind that your vehicle needs to be on a level surface. Turn the vertical aiming screw until the bubble inside the level is centered at “0.” 6-40 3. After the vertical aim is correct, check the horizontal aim for each headlamp and adjust as necessary.
  • Page 328 Your ~ e w vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where ,to obtain service, see your-Cadillac Warranty booklet for details. CAUTION: Poorly maintained improperly used tires are dangerous.
  • Page 329 If you’ll be driving at high speeds (e.g., speeds of 100 mph (160 k m / h ) or higher), where it is legal, set the cold inflation pressure to the maximum inflation pressure shown on the tire sidewall, or to 38 psi (265 kpa), whichever is lower.
  • Page 330 Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 rriiles (10 000 to 13 000 Any time you notice unusual k r n ) . wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels.
  • Page 331 When It’s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 less of tread remaining. You need a new tire any of the following statements are true: You can see the indicators at three or more places...
  • Page 332 CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. I f you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle.
  • Page 333 ~~~~~~ Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example,, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 1/2) times as' well on the governmefit course as a tire graded 100.
  • Page 334 GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Cadillac model. Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous.
  • Page 335 Used Replacement Wheels Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause an accident. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new original equipment wheel.
  • Page 336 Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions.
  • Page 337 Using Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric 1. Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. 2. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. 3. Mix powdered cleaner following the directions on the container label to form thick suds.
  • Page 338 Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe with a soft cloth. Then, let the leather naturally. not use heat to For stubborn stains, use a leather cleaner. See your dealer for this product.
  • Page 339 Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM P a r t No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass. Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may cause scratches.
  • Page 340 Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use liquid hand, dish or car washing (mild detergent) soaps. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.) Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or that contain acid or abrasives.
  • Page 341 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Wheels (If Equipped) Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle.
  • Page 342 Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Cadillac will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within...
  • Page 343 Appearance Care Materials Chart 16 oz. (0.473 L) 12377966 12377984 16 oz. (0.473 L) See your General Motors Parts Department for these products. See “Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. 6-56 DESCRIPTION Polishing Cloth Wax Treated Tar and Road Oil Remover Chrome Cleaner and Polish Use on chrome, stainless steel, nickel, copper and brass Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls...
  • Page 344 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the frmt corner of the iptrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration.
  • Page 345 Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring has an individual fuse which is powered by a MaxiFuse? An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have the headlamp wiring checked right away.
  • Page 346 Fuse Usage BODY 1 Road Sensing Suspension (RSS) Fuse (DeVille Concours Only), Convenience Fuse, BATT Fuse, Antenna Fuse, Right and Left Position Lamp Relays (Export), HazardPosition Lamp Cut-Out Relay (Export), Passenger and Driver Seat Belt Comfort Solenoids, Trunk and Fuel Door Release Solenoids and Relays, Door LocWnlock Relays, Damper Relay (DeVille Concours Only), Parking...
  • Page 347 Fuse Usage WINDOWS Delayed Accessory Bus (DAB) Relay SEATS Horn Relay, Driver and Passenger Lumbar IdOut Relays, Driver and Passenger Upmown Relays BATT 3 Steering Column Ignition Switch BATT 2 Steering Column Ignition Switch IGN 1” Front and Rear Ignition- 1 Relay, Oxygen Sensor 1 and 2 Fuse, Fuel Fuse, Cruise Fuse, DRL Relay, Front and Rear Fog Lamp Relay (DeVille...
  • Page 348 Engine Compartment Fuse Block The fuse block is located next to the air cleaner on the driver’s side of the engine. Lift the cover to gain access. INT LPS LTFI~ L HDLP L o R HDLP LO L HDLP HI R HDLP HI STOP MIRROR...
  • Page 349 Fuse Usage INT LPS Trunk Lamp, Courtesy Lamps, Front Vanity Lamps, Glove Box Lamp, Garage Door Opener, Courtesy Lamp Relay, Front Reading Lamps, Rear Vanity Lamps and Reading Lamps (DeVille Concours/d'Elegance Only) CIG LTRl Front and Rear Cigarette Lighters (Full Console Only) CIG LTR 2 Right and Left Rear Cigarette Lighters...
  • Page 350 Fuse Usage IGN- 1 Rear Ignition- 1 Relay, Fog Lamp Relays (DeVille Concours Only), Control Power Back-up, D l U Relay, Ignition Switch in Steering Column, Injectors, ECS Fuse, PCM Fuse, DIS Fuse WIPERS Accessory Relay, Wiper Switch A/C COMP AC Compressor Relay, Cooling Fan Relays 1,2,3, Compressor Clutch PCM (BAT)*...
  • Page 351 Rear Compartment Fuse Block The fuse block is located on the front wall of the (behind the rear seat) on the driver’s side. Loosen the four trunk trim fasteners and ~ u l l the trim away from the fuse block to gain access. RLY IGN IGN 0-BODY COMFORT...
  • Page 352 Usage Fuse PZM, Electrochromic IMirror, ACC. Rain Sensor (Optional), Accessory Relay, Cellular Phone Handset (Optional) HTD BACKLT Rear Window Defog Right and Left Heated Outside HTD MIR Mirrors Passenger Heated Seat Relay HTD SEAT R (Optional) HTD. SEAT L Driver Heated Seat Relay (Optional) PULL DOWN Trunk Pull-Down 'Motor...
  • Page 353 Replacement Bulbs Application Headlamps, Composite Inner High Beam . . . Beam Outer FrontTurn Signal Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) Rear Turn Signal and Taillamp, Capacities and Specifications Engine Specifications ..279 cubic inches (4 565 cc) Displacement Q p e VIN Engine Code...
  • Page 354 Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure, ask your dealer. Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... . Air Filter Element .
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  • Page 356 Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Cadillac if you need assistance. This section also tells you publications and how to report any safety defects. Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users...
  • Page 357 Customer Satisfaction Procedure Cadillac 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 to your complete satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management.
  • Page 358 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 of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
  • Page 359 To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Cadillac by dialing: 1-800-833-CMCC. (TTY users in...
  • Page 360 TOLL-FREE HOTLINE 1=800=882=1112 Cadillac’s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac owner with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and, when appropriate, a Cadillac trained dealer technician who can provide on-site service.
  • Page 361 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 k m ) (80 000...
  • Page 362 Text Telephone (TTY) in the Roadside Service Center. Any customer who has access to a (TTY) or a conventional teletypewriter can communicate with Cadillac by dialing from the United States or Canada 1-800-833-CMCC daily, 24 hours.
  • Page 363 Cadillac's commitment to provide the services you expect and deserve as a Cadillac owner. Gold Key Courtesy Transportation helps you get where you need to be when your Cadillac is in the dealership for warranty service.* In Canada, please consult your GM dealer for...
  • Page 364 *Some restrictions may apply. Please consult your Cadillac dealer concerning specific Gold Key Courtesy Transportation benejits ofSered by the dealership. Plan Ahead When Possible...
  • Page 365 Owner Kesponsibilities are responsible for primary insurance coverage of the vehicle provided. 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 366 Plan (CAMVAP). General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both Cadillac and your Cadillac dealer are committed making sure you are completely satisfied 'with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a situation...
  • Page 367 Some state laws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with 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 368 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...
  • Page 369 1998 CADILLAC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing or credit card information to Helm, incorporated (address below.) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1998 CADILLAC SERVICE MANUALS...
  • Page 370 ORDER TOLL FREE (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) 1-800-551-4123 (Monday-Friday 8:OO AM 6:OO PM EST) FAX Orders Onlv 1-31 3-865-5927 NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent. Mail completed order form to: HELM, INCORPORATED P.O.
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  • Page 372 ' t \ & a - Section 8 Index Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ........AirBag .
  • Page 373 ........Battery Jump Starting Not Charging Message .
  • Page 374 Child Restraints Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position Securing in the Right Front Seat Position TopStrap WheretoPut CHMSL Chrome Wheels. Cleaning hter Cigarette Circuit Breakers and Fuses Cleaner. Air Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Wheels Fabric Glass Inside of Your Vehicle...
  • Page 375 Damage. Finish ......Damage. Sheet Metal Daytime Running Lamps ........Dead Battery .
  • Page 376 Identification Misfire. Ease Off Gas Pedal Message ....Overheated. Stop Engine Message ....... . . Overheating PowerReduced .
  • Page 378 Lamps Courtesy ........Interior Maps OnReminder Panel...
  • Page 379 ....... . Mountain Roads ......Multifunction Lever .
  • Page 380 R a d i o Personalization Radio Reception ..... Radio Theft-Deterrent Feature Radios ....... . Rain.
  • Page 381 Safety Belts (Continued) Lap-Shoulder Larger Children ......Questions and Answers Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Rear Seat Passengers .
  • Page 382 ..... Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ....Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment .
  • Page 383 Tires (Continued) Loading Pressure Temperature Traction ........Treadwe ar .
  • Page 384 Umbrella Holder Underbody Maintenance UnderhoodLamp Universal Transmitter v a l e t Lockout Button Vehicle Control ......Damage Dimensions Identification Number...
  • Page 385 = l . \ Service Station Checkpoints ENGINE COOLANT REMOTE SURGE TANK BATTERY P6-24 TERMINAL TIRES P6-41 SECONDARY HOOD RELEASE P6-9 FUEL DOOR RELEASE TAB P6-6 DOOR WINDSHIELD P6-6 WASHER FLUID P6-26 FUEL REMOTE DOOR AND TRUNK RELEASE P2-11 AND 6-6 For detailed information, refer to number listed, or see the Index in back of the owner’s manual.

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