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Summary of Contents for Cadillac ESCALADE EXT 2002

  • Page 2 This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. 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 8...
  • Page 3 For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada French Language Manual: Limited” for Cadillac Motor Car Division whenever it appears in this manual. Aux propriétaires canadiens: Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en français chez 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: How To Use This Manual

    How to Use this Manual CAUTION: 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 These mean there is something that could hurt controls for your vehicle.
  • Page 5: Vehicle Symbols

    Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this book you will find these notices: Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, are shown along with the text NOTICE: describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gage or indicator.
  • Page 6 These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle:...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone...
  • Page 8: Seats And Seat Controls

    Seats and Seat Controls Moving the whole control up or down raises or lowers the entire seat cushion. This section tells you about the seats how to adjust To learn how to adjust the vertical control for the them, and fold them up and down. It also tells you about seatback angle, see “Reclining Front Seatbacks”...
  • Page 9 Memory Seat and Memory Mirrors These buttons are used to program and recall the memory settings for the driver’s seat and both the driver’s and the passenger’s outside mirrors. The seat and mirror positions can be personalized for both driver 1 and driver 2. Driver 1 or driver 2 corresponds to the memory buttons labeled 1 and 2 on the control.
  • Page 10 To recall memory seat and mirror positions, make sure To store the seat exit position for driver 1 or driver 2, your vehicle is in PARK (P), then press the 1 or 2 button do the following: of the memory control. You will hear a chime ring one 1.
  • Page 11: Heated Front Seats

    Memory Seat and Outside Rearview Mirror Recall Heated Front Seats You can program your keyless entry transmitter to recall The button for the seat and mirror settings for up to two drivers. Once a driver’s side heated seat transmitter is programmed, press the UNLOCK button is located on the driver’s to recall the seat and mirror settings.
  • Page 12: Reclining Front Seatbacks

    Reclining Front Seatbacks CAUTION: Your vehicle’s front seatbacks have a recline feature. Vertical Control: You can use the vertical control to Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is adjust the angle of the seatback. Move the reclining in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle front seatback forward or rearward by moving the up, your safety belts can’t do their job when control toward the front or toward the rear of the vehicle.
  • Page 13: Head Restraints

    Head Restraints Pull straight up on the head restraint to raise it and push it down to lower it. The front head restraints can also be tilted forward in addition to being slid up or down. To tilt either of the front head restraints do the following: Pull the head restraint toward you until you hear a click.
  • Page 14: Rear Seats

    Rear Seats 2. Place the seat belt buckles through the The rear seat is a 60/40 split rear seat that can be folded loops/pockets on the to give you more cargo space and access to the folding seatbacks. This way, midgate.
  • Page 15 CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not 4.
  • Page 16: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone

    Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone CAUTION: This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
  • Page 17: Why Safety Belts Work

    In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to Why Safety Belts Work wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. 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 18 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-12...
  • Page 19 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel ... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... 1-13...
  • Page 20: Here Are Questions Many People Ask About

    Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? You could be whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
  • Page 21: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly

    If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from How to Wear Safety Belts Properly home, why should I wear safety belts? Adults You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in This part is only for people of adult size. an accident even one that isn’t your fault and your passengers can be hurt.
  • Page 22: Driver Position

    Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats”...
  • Page 23 5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
  • Page 24 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
  • Page 25 What’s wrong with this? 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. This could cause serious internal injuries.
  • Page 26 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
  • Page 27 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
  • Page 28 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.
  • Page 29: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy

    Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way.
  • Page 30: Right Front Passenger Position

    The best way to protect the fetus is to protect Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, of injury from the force of an inflating frontal air bag. it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash.
  • Page 31 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: Frontal air bags for the driver and right front Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate passenger are designed to work only in moderate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you hits something.
  • Page 32 There is an air bag CAUTION: readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants.
  • Page 33 How the Air Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags? The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. The driver’s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
  • Page 34 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag...
  • Page 35 When should an air bag inflate? In any particular crash, no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or For frontal air bags, inflation is determined by the angle near...
  • Page 36 How does an air bag restrain? What will you see after an air bag inflates? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel that some people may not even realize the air bag or the instrument panel.
  • Page 37 In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, NOTICE: windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. If you damage the covering for the driver’s Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After an or the right front passenger’s air bag, or the air bag inflates, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag covering on the driver’s and right front...
  • Page 38 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Adding Equipment to 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 If I add a push bumper or bicycle rack to the around your vehicle.
  • Page 39: Rear Seat Passengers

    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 40 If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
  • Page 41: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For

    Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides CAUTION: for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is added safety belt comfort for older children who too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too have outgrown booster seats and for small adults.
  • Page 42 Here’s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt: 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 1. Remove the guide from the storage clip on the side of the rear seatback.
  • Page 43 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as The guide must be on top of the belt. described in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder.
  • Page 44: Center Passenger Position

    Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. 1-38...
  • Page 45: Children

    Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
  • Page 46 CAUTION: (Continued) For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a lb. (110 kg) force on a person’s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint. CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle.
  • Page 47 What are the different types of add child restraints? CAUTION: on child restraints, which are purchased Children who are up against, or very close to, any by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured types.
  • Page 48 CAUTION: CAUTION: Newborn infants need complete support, The body structure of a young child is quite including support for the head and neck. unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom This is necessary because a newborn infant’s the safety belts are designed.
  • Page 49: Restraint Systems For Children

    Restraint Systems for Children A rear facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint.
  • Page 50 A forward facing child seat (C E) provides restraint for A booster seat (F G) is a child restraint designed to the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields.
  • Page 51 How do child restraints work? shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the A child restraint system is any device designed for child’s body. A shelf or armrest type shield has use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position straps that are attached to a wide, shelf like shield...
  • Page 52: Where To Put The Restraint

    Where to Put the Restraint CAUTION: (Continued) Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. You may secure a forward facing child restraint General Motors, therefore, recommends that child in the right front seat, but before you do, always restraints be secured in a rear seat including an infant move the front passenger seat as far back as it...
  • Page 53: Top Strap

    Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored.
  • Page 54: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Outside Seat Position

    Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor seating position. In order to get to the brackets, you’ll points. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the have to fold the rear seatback(s). same side of the vehicle as the seating position where See “Rear Seats”...
  • Page 55 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-49...
  • Page 56 5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
  • Page 57: Securing A Child Restraint In A Center Rear Seat Position

    Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position You’ll be using the lap belt. 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. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one.
  • Page 58 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To tighten the belt, pull its free end 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...
  • Page 59: Front Seat Position

    Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Although a rear seat is a safer place, you can secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat. Front Seat Position You’ll be using the lap shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one.
  • Page 60 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-54...
  • Page 61 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
  • Page 62: Older Children

    Older Children What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
  • Page 63 CAUTION: Never do this. 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 a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is...
  • Page 64 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.
  • Page 65: Safety Belt Extender

    Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light you should use it. and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, loose or damaged safety belt system parts.
  • Page 66: Replacing Restraint System Parts

    Replacing Restraint System Parts If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? After a Crash After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new parts. CAUTION: If belts are cut or damaged, replace them.
  • Page 67 Section 2 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 you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem.
  • Page 68 Windows CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
  • Page 69: Power Windows

    Power Windows Driver’s Express Down Window The driver’s window has an express down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch. Press and hold the rear of the power window switch marked AUTO for one second to activate the express down mode.
  • Page 70 Keys CAUTION: Leaving 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 the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
  • Page 71 In an emergency contact Cadillac Roadside Service. See storage boxes. “Roadside Service” in the Index for more information. If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle, you may be...
  • Page 72: Door Locks

    Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. To unlock the door from the outside, use the keyless entry system or the key. CAUTION: To unlock the door from the inside, slide the manual Unlocked doors can be dangerous. lever forward.
  • Page 73: Power Door Locks

    Power Door Locks Programmable Locks The power door locks can be programmed to automatically lock and unlock depending on the settings you have chosen in the Secondary Information Center (SIC). See “Secondary Information Center” in the Index for more information. Operating the power locks may interact with the theft deterrent system.
  • Page 74: Keyless Entry System

    Child Security Locks The rear doors on your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use. If you want to With this feature, you can lock the rear doors so they open the rear door when the security lock is on, unlock can’t be opened from the inside by passengers.
  • Page 75 Changes or modifications to this system by other than an Operation authorized service facility could void authorization to UNLOCK: Pressing this button once will unlock the use this equipment. driver’s door. The parking lamps will flash and the At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is interior lights will come on.
  • Page 76: Battery Replacement

    Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle Battery Replacement Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. entry transmitter should last about two years. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t purchased through your dealer.
  • Page 77 To replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter, Midgate do the following: CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the cargo area covered and the tailgate and midgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death.
  • Page 78 Midgate Operation Your vehicle is equipped with a Midgate and a removable rear glass panel. The Midgate allows you to extend the length of your vehicle’s cargo area. The following are the main components of the Midgate system: A. Latch Levers E.
  • Page 79: Rear Glass Removal And Storage

    Rear Glass Removal and Storage CAUTION: If the removable rear glass is not stored properly, it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured. Whenever you store the rear glass in the vehicle, always be sure that it is stored securely in the rear glass storage pocket.
  • Page 80 3. While holding the rear glass in place, press the 4. With the rear glass tilted toward you, lift it out from glass catch release button and pull the top of the the lower window frame channel. Use the grab rear glass toward you using the grab handle(s) (B) handles to assist you in removing the rear glass.
  • Page 81 6. Turn both glass lock knobs (D), located at both top corners of the storage pocket, to the locked position. You may need to push the corner of the rear glass to 5. Load the rear glass in its storage pocket in the allow the lock knob to engage more easily.
  • Page 82 Once both glass lock knobs are in the locked position, the rear glass is securely stored. 7. Push both latch levers (A) up to the locked position. You should hear a click when each latch lever locks correctly. Rear seats can be returned to the normal position when the rear glass is out and stored properly in the storage pocket.
  • Page 83 Reinstalling the Rear Glass To reinstall the rear glass, do the following: 1. Squeeze and pull down the latch levers (A), located near the upper corners of the rear glass, so they unlatch. 4. With the rear glass tilted at an angle, place the bottom edge in the lower channel of the window frame.
  • Page 84 Be sure to align the rear glass side side using the alignment arrows (G) as shown in the picture. 5. Apply a firm downward pressure and then push the rear glass flat against the window frame. Use the 6. Use one hand to push the rear glass flat against the grab handles at the top of the rear glass to assist you.
  • Page 85 Lowering the Midgate The Midgate can be lowered to allow the cargo area of your vehicle to extend into the cab. The rear glass can be either installed in its normal position, or it can be removed and stored in the rear glass storage pocket. To lower the Midgate, do the following: 1.
  • Page 86 Rear Glass Stored in Glass Storage Pocket 3. Lower the Midgate until it is flat. Standing outside of the vehicle, place one hand against the crossbar so the Midgate does not fall forward unexpectedly. Turn the Midgate handle clockwise and pull the Midgate toward you.
  • Page 87 Raising the Midgate To return the Midgate to its normal position, raise the Midgate up with a firm swinging motion (this will help to ensure that the Midgate closes with enough force to engage the latches) until it latches into place securely. If the rear glass is removed and you would like to put it back, do so using the instructions given previously.
  • Page 88: Tailgate Removal

    Tailgate Tailgate Removal The tailgate on your vehicle can be removed to allow for different loading situations. Although the tailgate can be removed without assistance, you may want someone to assist you with the removal to avoid possible damage to the vehicle.
  • Page 89 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 an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves...
  • Page 90 Parking at Night Content Theft Deterrent Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your Your vehicle is equipped with a Content Theft Deterrent vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. alarm system. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. With this system, the Parking Lots SECURITY message will...
  • Page 91: Testing The Alarm

    If a door is opened without the key or the remote keyless Testing the Alarm entry transmitter, the alarm will go off. Your vehicle’s The alarm can be tested by following these steps: headlamps will flash and the horn will sound for about two minutes, then will turn off to save the battery power.
  • Page 92 Circuit Breakers” in the Index). See your dealer time you get new brake linings. for service. Don’t tow a trailer during break In an emergency, call the Cadillac Roadside Service See “Towing a Trailer” in the Index for Center. See “Roadside Service” in the Index. more information.
  • Page 93: Ignition Positions

    Ignition Positions B (LOCK): This position locks your ignition and transmission. It’s a theft deterrent feature. You will only You can use your key to turn your ignition switch to be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned five different positions.
  • Page 94: Starting Your Engine

    Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your Power (RAP) feature which will allow certain features engine gets warm.
  • Page 95 When starting your engine in very cold weather Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) (below 0 _ F or 18 _ C), do this: In very cold weather, 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the 0 _ F ( 18 _ C) or colder, ignition key to START and hold it there up to the engine coolant...
  • Page 96: To Use The Engine Coolant Heater

    To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from 1. Turn off the engine. moving engine parts. If you don’t, it could be damaged.
  • Page 97: Automatic Transmission Operation

    Automatic Transmission Operation PARK (P): This position locks your rear wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
  • Page 98 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NOTICE: NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed. Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is CAUTION: moving forward could damage your transmission.
  • Page 99 DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal need more power for passing, and you’re: driving, however, it offers more power and lower fuel economy than DRIVE (D). Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but accelerator pedal about halfway down.
  • Page 100 FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power Tow/Haul Mode Selector Button (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is put in FIRST (1) while the vehicle is moving forward, the transmission won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.
  • Page 101: Parking Brake

    Parking Brake To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down. Pull the bottom edge of the lever, located To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal above the parking brake pedal, marked BRAKE down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake RELEASE, to release the parking brake.
  • Page 102 Shifting Into PARK (P) 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like this: CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
  • Page 103 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION: 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 104: Torque Lock

    Torque Lock Shifting Out of PARK (P) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the control system. You must fully apply your regular vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the the transmission.
  • Page 105: Parking Over Things That Burn

    Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different.
  • Page 106: Running Your Engine While You're Parked

    Running Your Engine While You’re CAUTION: Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if ever have to, here are some things to know. the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
  • Page 107: Road Sensing Suspension

    Road Sensing Suspension Locking Rear Axle The Road Sensing Suspension (RSS) feature provides Your locking rear axle can give you additional traction superior vehicle ride and handling under a variety of on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a passenger and loading conditions.
  • Page 108: Tilt Wheel

    Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle. The tilt lever is located on the driver’s side of the steering column under the...
  • Page 109: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer

    Turn Signal and Lane-Change Signals If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two signal a turn, check for burned out bulbs or a blown fuse downward (for left) positions.
  • Page 110: Windshield Washer

    Flash-To-Pass Feature For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from you to the LO position. For high speed wiping, This feature allows you to use your high beam turn the band further, to HI. To stop the wipers, move headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you the band to the OFF position.
  • Page 111: Cruise Control

    Cruise Control CAUTION: With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about Cruise control can be dangerous where 25 mph (40 km/h) or more you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. without keeping your foot on the accelerator. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic.
  • Page 112 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button United States Canada and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the The CRUISE light on the instrument panel will cruise control switch off until you want to use illuminate when the cruise control is engaged.
  • Page 113 Resuming a Set Speed Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed There are two ways to go to a higher speed: and then you apply the brake. This, of course, Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. disengages the cruise control.
  • Page 114 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control Using Cruise Control on Hills Press and hold the SET button at the end of the lever How well your cruise control will work on hills depends until you reach the lower speed you want, then upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills.
  • Page 115 Exterior Lamps The exterior lamps control is located on the driver’s side of the instrument panel. The control has three positions: (Off): Turn the control to this symbol to turn off your lamps and put the system into automatic headlamp mode. (Parking Lamps): Turn the control to the parking lamps symbol to manually turn on the following:...
  • Page 116: Automatic Headlamp System

    Automatic Headlamp System As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it. When it is dark enough outside, your automatic You may be able to turn off your automatic headlamp headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the system.
  • Page 117: Daytime Running Lamps

    Daytime Running Lamps When you turn the exterior lamps control off, the headlamps will go off, and your DRL lamps will Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for illuminate, provided it is not dark outside. others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, set the parking DRL can be helpful in many different driving brake.
  • Page 118: Fog Lamps

    Fog Lamps Press the button to turn the fog lamps on. Press the button again to turn them off. An indicator light will Your vehicle has fog lamps. You can use them for better glow near the button when the fog lamps are on. vision in foggy or misty conditions.
  • Page 119: Cargo Lamps

    Cargo Lamps Interior Lamps You can use the cargo lamps if you need more light in Instrument Panel Brightness Control the cargo area of your vehicle or in the Top The instrument panel intensity control is located to the Storage units. right of the exterior lamps knob.
  • Page 120: Front Reading Lamps

    Front Reading Lamps Press the button located next to each lamp to turn the lamp on. The lamps can be adjusted to point in the direction you want. Your vehicle also has reading lamps for the rear passenger locations. To turn a lamp on or off, press the button located next to the lamp.
  • Page 121: Dome Lamps

    Dome Lamps Mirrors The dome lamps will come on when you open a door. Electrochromic Inside Rearview Mirror You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the with Compass and Temperature Display thumbwheel, located next to the exterior lamps control, When on, an electrochromic mirror automatically dims all the way up.
  • Page 122 Temperature Display Electrochromic Mirror Operation The temperature can be displayed by pressing the TEMP The right button, labeled TEMP and located at the button. Pressing the TEMP button once briefly, will bottom of the mirror, turns the electrochromic mirror toggle the temperature reading on and off. To alternate on and off.
  • Page 123 Compass Operation Compass Calibration Press the COMP button once briefly to turn the compass The compass may need calibration if: on or off. After five seconds, the display does not show a When the ignition and the compass feature are on, compass heading (N for North, for example), there the compass will show two character boxes for may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the...
  • Page 124 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 125 Power Outside Rearview Mirrors Driver’s Outside Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror The controls are located on The driver’s electrochromic outside mirror will adjust the driver’s door armrest. for the glare of headlamps behind you. This feature is controlled using the on and off settings found on the electrochromic mirror.
  • Page 126 Curb View Assist Mirrors Adjusting the Tilt Angle of the Mirrors Adjust the tilt angle for each outside mirror by doing Your vehicle is equipped with the curb view assist the following: mirror feature. For this function to work, it must be enabled in the SIC.
  • Page 127 Convex Outside Mirror Heated Outside Rearview Mirrors Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex The outside rearview mirrors have a defrost mode. mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the To turn on the defrost feature, press the rear window driver’s seat.
  • Page 128: Storage Compartments

    Storage Compartments Glove Box To open your glove box, pull the lever upward and pull the door downward. Center Console Storage Area Your vehicle has a console compartment between the bucket seats. To open it, insert the console key into the lock and unlock the console (if it is locked).
  • Page 129 Rear Armrest/Storage Compartment Cupholders Your vehicle is equipped with a rear armrest/storage Your vehicle is equipped with cupholders for the front compartment for the rear seat passengers. and rear passengers. To lower the armrest, pull the loop at the top of the The cupholders are located in the center console for the armrest up and then out.
  • Page 130 Top-Box Storage Cargo Cover Panels CAUTION: An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver. You or others could be injured. If you remove the cover, always store it in its proper position in the cargo panel storage bag with the bag securely attached to the cargo tie downs.
  • Page 131 NOTICE: The cargo covers are designed to support 250 lbs. (113 kg) each on top of them. Exceeding the weight limit can damage the cargo covers. This damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty. Your vehicle is equipped with a three piece cargo cover system.
  • Page 132 2. Remove cargo panel 3 by pulling the left and right 4. Remove cargo panel 2 in the same way and set cargo panel latches, located on the bottom of each it aside. cargo panel, toward you to release (unlock) the cargo panel latches.
  • Page 133 Cargo Panel Storage System The three cargo panels can be stored on either the driver’s or passenger’s side of the cargo box using the storage bag. To store the panels, do the following: 5. Remove cargo panel 1, but notice that there are four latches to release (two left side latches and two right...
  • Page 134 1. Secure the storage bag in the cargo storage area by attaching the four clips on the cargo bag to the tie down locations on either side of the storage area. It is very important that you use the storage bag to restrain the cargo panels during driving.
  • Page 135 3. Store cargo panel 2 by loading the cargo panel with latches down and facing inboard (side of panel with latches would be facing you as you load the panel). 2. Starting with cargo panel 1 (the panel with four latches), load the cargo panel with latches at the top of the bag and facing outboard (side of panel with no latches should be facing you as you load the panel).
  • Page 136 4. Store cargo panel 3 by loading the cargo panel with 6. Snug both straps on the bag by pulling on the free latches at the top of the bag and facing outboard end of the straps. (side of panel with no latches should be facing you as you load the panel).
  • Page 137 Reinstalling the Cargo Cover Panels You only need to reinstall as many cargo panels as you wish. 1. Remove the cargo panel(s) from the storage bag. You can either leave the bag attached to the side of the cargo area while it is not in use, or you can store it outside of the vehicle.
  • Page 138 Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar Push the panel forward until it is snug against the Midgate and then let the back of the panel down being sure that the alignment pegs align with the 3. Push both left latches away from you to lock the latches (remember that there are two latches on each receivers (see arrow).
  • Page 139 4. Install cargo cover 2 next. Place the latches in the open (unlocked) position. Place the cargo cover panel on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up. 5. Push the latches away from you (start with the left latch) to lock the panel in place.
  • Page 140 Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar Push the panel forward until it is snug against the other panel and then let the back of the panel down being sure that the alignment pegs align with the 7. Push the latches away from you (start with the left latch) to lock the panel in place.
  • Page 141 All-Weather Cargo Area Your vehicle has the ability to operate in many different configurations (cargo panels on or off, Midgate up or down, rear glass in or out), allowing the cargo and passenger area to be open to the environment. To allow the vehicle to operate in these configurations, it is equipped with many different features to help it resist the elements and protect cargo inside the cargo area.
  • Page 142 Maintenance and Cleaning The top drain grates are located near the rear glass on both sides of the vehicle. You may need to clean the To ensure that the water management system performs grates and drains if there seems to be blockage. But first properly, be sure that the Midgate, tailgate and cover you will have to remove the drain grates by pulling them system are fully closed and that each element of the...
  • Page 143 To replace the drain grate do the following: Side Rail Channels The side rail channels are located on top of both sides of the cargo area. You may want to flush them out with clean water if you notice any debris collecting inside of them.
  • Page 144 Midgate Drain Grate Removal and Cleaning 1. Lower the Midgate. See “Midgate” in the Index for more information. The Midgate drain grate is located near the base of 2. Pull up on the rear (side opposite the Midgate) of the Midgate (the Midgate side facing outside). You will the drain grate.
  • Page 145: Cargo Tie Downs

    Cargo Area Floor Drains Cargo Tie Downs Your vehicle also has four cargo area floor drains located under the cargo mat near the sides of the cargo area. These drains should be cleaned periodically to There are eight cargo tie downs in the rear cargo area. allow water to exit the cargo area.
  • Page 146: Luggage Carrier

    Luggage Carrier To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re leaving, check now and then to make sure the luggage and cargo You can load things on top of your vehicle with are still securely fastened. this feature. Be sure the cargo is properly loaded. The luggage carrier has slats and siderails attached to If small heavy objects are placed on the roof cut a the roof and crossrails which can be moved back and...
  • Page 147: Ashtray And Cigarette Lighter

    Your vehicle has a Center High Mounted Stoplamp To remove the ashtray, first locate the indentation on the (CHMSL) located above the rear glass. right side of the ashtray. Then place your fingertip in the indentation and pry the ashtray out. If items are loaded on the roof of the vehicle, care should be taken not to block or damage the CHMSL unit.
  • Page 148: Sun Visors

    Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them out to help block glare at the front and side windows. Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors Pull the sunvisor down and lift the mirror cover to turn on the lamps.
  • Page 149: Analog Clock

    When adding an electrical accessory or an electrical Analog Clock component to your vehicle, be sure to follow the instructions included with it. To adjust the clock, do the following: Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlets and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses.
  • Page 150 OnStar System (If Equipped) Emergency Button: In an emergency situation, press the emergency service button. Upon receiving the call, an advisor at the center will locate your vehicle and assess the situation. If necessary, the advisor will alert the nearest emergency service provider. Communication Button: Press this button at the end of a call.
  • Page 151: Onstar Services

    The light will be red in the event of an OnStar system Stolen Vehicle Tracking: Call the center at malfunction. If this occurs press the OnStar Services ONSTAR (1 7827) to report button to attempt to contact an advisor. If the connection your vehicle stolen.
  • Page 152: Onstar System Limitations

    Remote Door Unlock: To contact the center, call OnStar System Limitations ONSTAR. You will be required to provide Complete limitations can be found on the subscriber your security information. An advisor will send a services agreement. command to your vehicle to unlock itself. The In order to provide you with excellent service, calls with advisor can delay unlocking your vehicle.
  • Page 153 Sunroof (If Equipped) The sunroof is also equipped with a sunshade which you can pull forward to block sun rays. If a hand, arm, or other object is blocking the sunroof glass panel as it is closing, the glass panel will stop at the obstruction.
  • Page 154: Homelink Transmitter

    HomeLink Transmitter Programming the HomeLink Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door you are programming.
  • Page 155 If you have trouble programming HomeLink, make Training a Garage Door Opener with sure that you have followed the directions exactly as “Rolling Codes” (If Equipped) described and that the battery in the hand held If you have not previously programmed the hand held transmitter is not weak.
  • Page 156: Canadian Programming

    2. Press the Learn or Smart button on the garage Canadian Programming door opener motor head unit. An indicator light will Canadian Owners: During programming, the begin to flash when the motor head unit enters the hand held transmitter may automatically stop training mode.
  • Page 157: Resetting Defaults

    Operating the HomeLink Transmitter Resetting Defaults Press and hold the appropriate button on HomeLink for To reset HomeLink to default settings, hold down the at least half of a second. The indicator light will come two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to on while the signal is being transmitted.
  • Page 158 The Instrument Panel Your Information System 2-92...
  • Page 159 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Dome Override Button N. Fog Lamps Button B. Exterior Lamps Control O. Audio Steering Wheel Controls C. Air Outlets P. Center Instrument Panel Utility Block D. Folding Mirrors Button Q.
  • Page 160: Instrument Panel Cluster

    Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you have and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.
  • Page 161: Speedometer And Odometer

    Speedometer and Odometer Engine Hour Meter Display The odometer can also display the number of hours the Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both engine has run. To display the hour meter, turn the miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). ignition off, press and hold the reset button for at least Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been four seconds.
  • Page 162: Safety Belt Reminder Light

    Warning Lights, Gages and When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows Indicators there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual’s advice. This part describes the warning lights and gages on your Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even...
  • Page 163: Air Bag Readiness Light

    Air Bag Readiness Light CAUTION: There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. If the air bag readiness light stays on after you The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
  • Page 164 Voltmeter When the engine is running, the gage shows the condition of the charging system. Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range. Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period.
  • Page 165: Brake System Warning Light

    Brake System Warning Light This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If it doesn’t come on then, With the ignition on, the brake system warning light have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s will flash when you set the parking brake.
  • Page 166 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light Engine Coolant Temperature Gage With the anti lock brake system, this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. If the light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, your vehicle needs service.
  • Page 167: Transmission Temperature Gage

    Transmission Temperature Gage When your ignition is on, the gage shows the temperature of the transmission fluid. The normal operating range is from 100 _ F (38 _ C) to about 265 _ F (130 _ C). At approximately 265 _ F (130 _ C), the message center will display a TRANS FLUID HOT message and the transmission will enter a transmission protection mode.
  • Page 168 If the transmission fluid reaches temperatures of The following situations can cause the transmission to approximately 275 _ F (135 _ C) or greater, the message operate at higher temperatures: center will display a TRANS HOT...IDLE ENG warning Towing a trailer message.
  • Page 169: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Malfunction Indicator Lamp This system is called OBD II (On Board Diagnostics Second Generation) and is intended to (Service Engine Soon Light in the United assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for States or Check Engine Light in Canada) the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
  • Page 170 Light On Steady An emission control system NOTICE: malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required. Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake or fuel system of your vehicle or If the Light Is Flashing the replacement of the original tires with other The following may prevent more serious damage to...
  • Page 171 If the Light Is On Steady Have you recently changed brands of fuel? You may be able to correct the emission system If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. malfunction by considering the following: See “Fuel” in the Index. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed.
  • Page 172: Oil Pressure Gage

    Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Oil Pressure Gage Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the...
  • Page 173 A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a Cruise Light dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure. Check your oil as soon as possible. See “Check Eng Oil Pressure” and “Engine Oil”...
  • Page 174: Fuel Gage

    Fuel Gage The gage will first indicate empty before you are out of fuel, and you should get more fuel as soon as possible. Here are some situations you may experience with your fuel gage. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gage.
  • Page 175: Message Center

    Message Center Battery Message The message center is located on the left side of the If this message is displayed instrument panel cluster. It gives you important safety when the engine is running, and maintenance facts. you may have a problem with your charging system.
  • Page 176 TRANS FLUID HOT Message The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures: The transmission temperature warning display is Towing a trailer contained in the message center. Hot outside air temperatures If the transmission fluid temperature becomes high, Hauling a large or heavy load the message center will Low transmission fluid level...
  • Page 177 10 to 15 minutes, a frequent basis, see “Scheduled Maintenance” in the contact your nearest dealer or the Cadillac Roadside Index for the proper transmission maintenance intervals. Service Center. See “Roadside Service” in the Index.
  • Page 178 LOW COOLANT Message ENGINE OVERHEATED Message This message is displayed This message is displayed when the cooling system when the cooling system is low on coolant. temperature gets too hot. The engine may overheat. See “Engine Coolant” in the This message will be displayed after the air conditioning Index and have your vehicle serviced as soon as you can.
  • Page 179 CHECK ENG OIL PRESSURE Message CHECK ENG OIL LEVEL Message This message is displayed This message is displayed when the engine oil when the engine oil level pressure is low. is low. See “Oil Pressure Gage” in the Index for more Once oil is added, it may need time to drain and settle in information.
  • Page 180: Change Engine Oil Message

    CHANGE ENGINE OIL Message LOW WASHER FLUID Message This message is displayed This message is displayed when the engine oil needs when the vehicle is low on to be changed. The message windshield washer fluid. is only displayed for The message is only 15 seconds at the start of displayed for 15 seconds each ignition cycle.
  • Page 181: Service Stability System Message

    CARGO LAMP ON Message SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM Message This message is displayed If you ever see the when the cargo lamps are SERVICE STABILITY turned on and the ignition SYSTEM message, it means key is turned to RUN. there may be a problem with your stability enhancement system.
  • Page 182 STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE Message STABILITY SYSTEM LIMITED Message You may see the The STABILITY SYSTEM STABILITY SYSTEM LIMITED message will ACTIVE message on the turn on when you press the message center. Stabilitrak switch; see “Instrument Panel” in the Index. It means that an advanced computer controlled system While in “LIMITED”...
  • Page 183 STABILITY SYSTEM DISABLED Message Secondary Information Center (SIC) This section explains the features of your SIC. The STABILITY SYSTEM The SIC provides instant information about fuel, DISABLED message mileage and vehicle history in addition to allowing you indicates that the stability to personalize certain features of your vehicle.
  • Page 184 Fuel Personal Trip Computer and Business Trip Computer Each press of the arrow button will change the Each press of the FUEL button will change the display between turn on/off, trip odometer, display between the fuel remaining range, average fuel used, average fuel economy and average speed. fuel economy, instantaneous fuel economy and a blank display.
  • Page 185 Timer Annual Mileage Each press of the ON/OFF button will turn the timer The annual mileage displayed is the mileage on or off. accumulated since the annual mileage was reset. The RESET button will reset the timer to 00:00:00. Pressing the RESET button will reset the annual mileage to 0.
  • Page 186 Menu You can just let the SIC exit the personalization mode on its own by waiting approximately Press the MENU button to choose a feature you would 15 seconds without touching any buttons. like to personalize (the features are listed below). Each The SIC will then display the day/date.
  • Page 187 Remote Lock Feedback Headlamp Delay Horn: Horn chirps on second press of the LOCK None: Headlamps do not stay on after the ignition is button on the keyless entry transmitter. turned to OFF. Lamps: Parking lamps flash on each press of the 10/20/30/60/120/180 Seconds: Amount of time LOCK button on the keyless entry transmitter.
  • Page 188 Seat and Mirror Recall Exit Position of Seat Remote: When the remote keyless entry transmitters Enabled: Removing the key from the ignition will are programmed for each driver (driver 1 or 2), move the seat to the stored driver 1 or 2 exit position. pressing the UNLOCK button on the transmitter will Disabled: The seat will not move to the exit position move the seat and mirrors to the stored memory...
  • Page 189 Alarm Warning Display Units Horn: Horn will sound when alarm is active. English: Units displayed in English units. Lamps: Headlamps and park lamps will cycle on Metric: Units displayed in metric units. and off when alarm is activated. Day/Date/Time Horn and Lamps: Horn and lamps will alternate The RESET button will enable the operator to reset when the alarm is activated.
  • Page 190 Language and Personalization Reset Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) 1. Press and hold the MENU button. After two seconds, Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist can help you to the display will begin cycling through the languages determine how close an object is to your rear bumper at one second intervals.
  • Page 191: How The System Works

    10 inches (25.4 cm) tall, but it cannot detect URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is objects that are above the center of the Cadillac crest moved into REVERSE (R) and the vehicle speed is less badge on the tailgate.
  • Page 192 If the URPA Display Flashes Red It may also flash red if the ultrasonic sensors are not kept clean. If the URPA system is not functioning properly, the display will flash red, indicating that there is a problem. So be sure to keep your rear bumper free of mud, dirt, The light will also flash red while driving if any of the snow, ice and slush or materials such as paint or the following conditions exist:...
  • Page 193 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Electronic Climate Control System Compact Disc Changer...
  • Page 194: Comfort Controls

    Comfort Controls When both the fan knob and mode knob are in the AUTO position, the system will then automatically Electronic Climate Control System maintain the desired cabin temperature selected. Manual operation is also available. Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the desired air temperature in your vehicle.
  • Page 195 Mode Knob Manual Operation (Floor): This mode directs most of the airflow The right knob on the control panel allows you to through the floor outlets and some air through the choose the direction of air delivery. windshield defroster outlets. Recirculation will not be available in this mode.
  • Page 196 Mode Buttons To help reduce window fogging, recirculation will not be available in floor, blend or defrost modes. (Outside air): Press this button to use outside air. If the recirculation button is pressed in these modes, Using outside air will limit stale air odors and help to the LED indicator for recirculation will flash three times prevent excessively humid interior air (from wet boots indicating that forced outside air is activated and that...
  • Page 197 Mode Knobs Automatic Operation With the automatic mode, the air conditioning compressor automatically cycles when needed to cool the air. In cold When the system is set in AUTO mode, sensors will weather, when the system senses the need for heat, the control the air delivery mode.
  • Page 198: Air Conditioning

    Air Conditioning Heating On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot The heater works best if you keep your windows closed air inside escape. This reduces the time it takes for your while using it. On cold days, when using manual mode, vehicle to cool down.
  • Page 199: Defogging And Defrosting

    Defogging and Defrosting The rear window defogger will only work if the ignition is in RUN. For best results, clear the window of as much On cool, humid days, use defog to keep the windshield snow or ice as possible first. and side windows clear.
  • Page 200: Ventilation System

    Ventilation System The two outlets, located on the rear of the center console, can also be closed. Turn the thumbwheel to the Your vehicle has air outlets left to shut off air flow or to the right to allow air flow. in the center and on the When you close an outlet, it will increase the flow of air sides of the instrument...
  • Page 201: Audio Systems

    Ventilation Tips Audio Systems Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or Your audio system has been designed to operate easily any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the and defroster will work far better, reducing the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it chance of fogging the inside of your windows.
  • Page 202 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Playing the Radio (Bose PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. The knob is capable of being turned continuously. SCV (Speed Compensated Volume): With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for...
  • Page 203 Finding a Station Press P.SCAN again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning and listen to a specific preset station. P.SCAN AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 will light up on the display while in this mode. If one of and FM2.
  • Page 204 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Playing a Cassette Tape BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer decrease bass.
  • Page 205 3 NEXT: Press this pushbutton to search for the SEEK : Pressing the left arrow works the same next selection. A minimum three second blank gap is as the PREV pushbutton and pressing the right arrow required for the player to stop at the beginning of the works the same as the NEXT pushbutton.
  • Page 206 Cassette Tape Messages CD Adapter Kits If an error occurs while trying to play a cassette tape, It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit it could be for one of the following reasons: with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player.
  • Page 207: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)

    Rear Seat Audio (RSA) The following functions are controlled by the buttons on the main radio: REAR DSPL (Rear Display): When the main radio is turned on, press this button to turn on the RSA display on the main radio. Press it again to turn the RSA display off.
  • Page 208 While listening to a cassette tape, press the up arrow to VOL (Volume): Press this knob lightly so it extends. hear the next selection on the tape. Press the down arrow Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume and to go back to the previous selection. The SEEK button is counterclockwise to decrease volume.
  • Page 209: Compact Disc Changer

    Compact Disc Changer NOTICE: Loading CDs with adhesive labels will damage the player. To load a CD, perform the following steps: 1. Press the LOAD button. Available positions will blink amber. The compact disc changer plays up to six standard size 2.
  • Page 210 To load two or more CDs, perform the following steps: There are two ways to play a CD. Perform one of the following: 1. Press and hold the LOAD button. The first CD will Press the desired numbered button with a green be loaded into the lowest numbered empty position.
  • Page 211 FWD 6 (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to Compact Disc Changer Errors advance quickly through a track. Release it to resume ERR (Error): If this message appears on the display, playing. it could be for one of the following reasons: SEEK : Press the right SEEK arrow to go to You are driving on a very rough road.
  • Page 212: Theft-Deterrent Feature

    Theft-Deterrent Feature 1. Write down any three or four digit number from 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your the vehicle. radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio 2.
  • Page 213 Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1.
  • Page 214: Audio Steering Wheel Controls

    Audio Steering Wheel Controls SEEK : Press the up arrow to tune to the next radio station and the down arrow to tune to the previous You can control certain radio functions using the buttons radio station. on your steering wheel. If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing, the player PROG (Program): Press will advance with the up arrow and reverse with the...
  • Page 215: Understanding Radio Reception

    Understanding Radio Reception To help avoid hearing loss or damage do the following: 1. Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. 2. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, and clearly.
  • Page 216: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player

    Care of Your Cassette Tape Player When cleaning the cassette tape player with the recommended non abrasive cleaning cassette, it is A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause possible that the cassette may eject, because the cut tape reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged detection feature on your radio may recognize it as a mechanism.
  • Page 217: Care Of Your Compact Discs

    After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for Care of Your Compact Disc Player five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised, due to display to show the indicator was reset. the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality lubricants internal to the CD mechanism.
  • Page 218 Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving Driving at Night Drunken Driving Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Control of a Vehicle City Driving Braking...
  • Page 219: Defensive Driving

    Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes. Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents.
  • Page 220: Drunken Driving

    Drunken Driving Many adults by some estimates, nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol, so they Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, it’s a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to against the law in every U.S.
  • Page 221 According to the American Medical Association, It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, a 180 lb. (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce if the same person drank three double martinis (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, BAC of about 0.06 percent.
  • Page 222 But the ability to drive is affected well below a There’s something else about drinking and driving that BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the many people don’t know. Medical research shows that driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal cord or...
  • Page 223: Control Of A Vehicle

    Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go where Braking action involves perception time and you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and reaction time. the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.
  • Page 224: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)

    Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy Your vehicle has anti lock brakes. ABS is an braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. advanced electronic braking system that will help This is a mistake.
  • Page 225 A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels. The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could.
  • Page 226: Stabilitrak System

    As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on Stabilitrak System wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. The Stabilitrak system helps the driver maintain Remember: Anti lock doesn’t change the time you need directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease conditions.
  • Page 227: Steering

    The Stabilitrak system automatically comes on Steering whenever you start your vehicle. Power Steering The Stabilitrak switch, If you lose power steering assist because the engine located to the right of stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer the steering wheel, but it will take much more effort.
  • Page 228 The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it You may see the STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn message on the message center. See “STABILITY the front wheels. If there’s no traction, inertia will keep SYSTEM ACTIVE Message”...
  • Page 229: Steering In Emergencies

    Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
  • Page 230: Off - Road Recovery

    Road Recovery Passing You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again.
  • Page 231 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one start your left lane change signal before moving out thing, following too closely reduces your area of of the right lane to pass.
  • Page 232: Loss Of Control

    Loss of Control If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, when the three control systems (brakes, steering and your vehicle may straighten out.
  • Page 233: Operating Your All - Wheel Drive Vehicle

    Operating Your All Wheel Drive “Off roading” means you’ve left the great North American road system behind. Traffic lanes aren’t Vehicle Off Paved Roads marked. Curves aren’t banked. There are no road signs. Surfaces can be slippery, rough, uphill or downhill. Many of the same design features that help make your In short, you’ve gone right back to nature.
  • Page 234 Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving CAUTION: (Continued) There are some important things to remember about how to load your vehicle. Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough The heaviest things should be on the load floor and terrain.
  • Page 235: Environmental Concerns

    Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other recreation. However, it also raises environmental combustible materials that could catch fire from the concerns. Cadillac recognizes these concerns and heat of the vehicle’s exhaust system. urges every off roader to follow these basic rules for...
  • Page 236 Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving Here are some things to keep in mind. At higher speeds: you approach things faster and you have less time It’s a good idea to practice in an area that’s safe and to scan the terrain for obstacles. close to home before you go into the wilderness.
  • Page 237: Scanning The Terrain

    Scanning the Terrain When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or other road driving can take you over many different kinds surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands of terrain.
  • Page 238: Approaching A Hill

    Driving on Off-Road Hills Approaching a Hill road driving often takes you up, down or across When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it’s one a hill. Driving safely on hills requires good judgment of those hills that’s just too steep to climb, descend or and an understanding of what your vehicle can and cross.
  • Page 239 Driving Uphill Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill. Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible you need to take some special steps. to approaching traffic on trails or hills.
  • Page 240 What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about Here are some things you must not do if you stall, or are about to stall, when going up a hill. to stall, and I can’t make it up the hill? Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into If this happens, there are some things you should NEUTRAL (N) to “rev...
  • Page 241 Driving Downhill Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill? When off roading takes you downhill, you’ll want to consider a number of things: Yes! These are important because if you How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain ignore them you could lose control and have vehicle control? a serious accident.
  • Page 242: Driving Across An Incline

    Driving Across an Incline Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse. If you drive across a rock with Sooner or later, an off road trail will probably go across the uphill wheels, or if the downhill wheels drop into the incline of a hill.
  • Page 243: Stalling On An Incline

    What if I’m driving across an incline that’s not too steep, but I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill. What should I do? If you feel your vehicle starting to slide sideways, turn downhill. This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping.
  • Page 244 Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. On these surfaces, it’s very easy to lose control. On wet When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels ice, for example, the traction is so poor that you will won’t get good traction.
  • Page 245: Driving In Water

    Driving in Water CAUTION: Light rain causes no special off road driving problems. But heavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood waters demand extreme caution. Driving through rushing water can be dangerous. Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream Find out how deep the water is before you drive through and you and your passengers could drown.
  • Page 246: Driving At Night

    After Off-Road Driving Driving at Night Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking.
  • Page 247 Here are some tips on night driving. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you’re driving, don’t wear sunglasses at night. Drive defensively. They may cut down on glare from headlamps, Don’t drink and drive. but they also make a lot of things invisible. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce You can be temporarily blinded by approaching the glare from headlamps behind you.
  • Page 248: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads

    Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction. It’s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement.
  • Page 249 CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally.
  • Page 250: Driving Through Flowing Water

    It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road. Driving Through Flowing Water If you can see reflections from trees, telephone poles or other vehicles, and raindrops “dimple” the water’s CAUTION: surface, there could be hydroplaning. Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds.
  • Page 251: City Driving

    City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip.
  • Page 252: Freeway Driving

    Freeway Driving 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. Too fast or slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
  • Page 253: Before Leaving On A Long Trip

    Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not Cadillac dealerships all across North America. to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it.
  • Page 254: Highway Hypnosis

    Here are some things you can check before a trip: Highway Hypnosis Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Are all windows clean inside and outside? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever.
  • Page 255: Hill And Mountain Roads

    Hill and Mountain Roads If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. See “Operating Your Vehicle Off Paved Roads” in the Index for information about driving off road.
  • Page 256 Know how to go uphill. You may want to shift down to a lower gear. The lower gears help cool CAUTION: your engine and transmission, and you can climb the hill better. Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane ignition off is dangerous.
  • Page 257: Winter Driving

    Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. 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 reflective warning triangles.
  • Page 258: Driving On Snow Or Ice

    Driving on Snow or Ice What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the road probably have good traction.
  • Page 259 If You’re Caught in a Blizzard Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or...
  • Page 260 Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster CAUTION: than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle.
  • Page 261: Recreational Vehicle Towing

    Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome. The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as “dinghy towing” (towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground) and “dolly towing”...
  • Page 262 The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle CAUTION: Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the station and weigh your vehicle.
  • Page 263: Trailer Recommendations

    If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases, There’s also important loading information for off road tools, packages, or anything else they go as fast as driving in this manual. See “Loading Your Vehicle for the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, Road Driving”...
  • Page 264: Automatic Level Control

    Truck Camper Loading Information Automatic Level Control Your vehicle was neither designed nor intended to carry The automatic level control rear suspension comes as a slide in type camper. a part of the Road Sensing Suspension. See “RSS” in the Index for more information. This type of level control is fully automatic and will NOTICE: provide a better leveled riding position as well as...
  • Page 265: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a Trailer NOTICE: CAUTION: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive the advice in this part, and see your dealer for properly, you can lose control when you pull a important information about towing a trailer trailer.
  • Page 266: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer

    If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you tow a trailer, don’t drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and If you do, here are some important points: don’t make starts at full throttle. This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the There are many different laws, including speed limit heavier loads.
  • Page 267 Tow/Haul Mode Tow/haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 percent The tow/haul feature assists when pulling a heavy trailer of the vehicle’s Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR). or a large or heavy load. The purpose of the tow/haul See “Weight of the Trailer”...
  • Page 268: Weight Of The Trailer

    Weight of the Trailer Axle Max. **GCWR Ratio Trailer Wt. Vehicle How heavy can a trailer safely be? AWD 6.0 L 3.73 7, 900 lbs. 14, 000 lbs. It depends on how you plan to use your rig. For example, (3 583 kg) (6 350 kg) speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and...
  • Page 269: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue

    Weight of the Trailer Tongue If you’re using a weight carrying or a weight distributing hitch, the trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). weight to measure because it affects the total or gross Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight weight of your vehicle.
  • Page 270: Trailer Brakes

    Hitches Trailer Brakes It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. If your trailer weighs more than 2,000 lbs. (900 kg) Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads loaded, then it needs its own brakes and they must be are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch.
  • Page 271: Driving With A Trailer

    Driving with a Trailer Following Distance Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. to know your rig.
  • Page 272: Making Turns

    Making Turns Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start NOTICE: down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. Making very sharp turns while trailering could You can tow in DRIVE (D).
  • Page 273: Parking On Hills

    Parking on Hills When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down CAUTION: while you: start your engine, You really should not park your vehicle, with a shift into a gear, and trailer attached, on a hill.
  • Page 274: Trailer Wiring Harness

    Trailer Wiring Harness The seven wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: Heavy Duty Trailer Wiring Package Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal Brown: Taillamps White: Ground Light Green: Back up Lamps Red: Battery Feed Dark Blue: Trailer Brake A jumper harness for an electric trailer brake controller and a trailer battery feed fuse are included with this trailering package.
  • Page 275 Instrument Panel Jumper Wiring Harness Four Wire Trailer Harness Adapter If you need to tow a light duty trailer with a standard four way round pin connector, an adapter is included. This harness is included with the trailer wiring package. The harness is for an electric trailer brake controller and includes a trailer battery feed fuse.
  • Page 276 Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Cooling System Other Warning Devices Engine Fan Noise Jump Starting If a Tire Goes Flat Towing Your Vehicle Changing a Flat Tire Engine Overheating Spare Tire...
  • Page 277: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning flasher button is located at the top of the steering column. Press the button to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. To turn off the flashers, press the button until the first click and release.
  • Page 278: Other Warning Devices

    Other Warning Devices NOTICE: If you carry reflective triangles, you can use them to warn others. Set one up at the side of the road about Ignoring these steps could result in costly 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be Jump Starting covered by your warranty.
  • Page 279 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette each other. If they are, it could cause a ground lighter or accessory power outlets.
  • Page 280 CAUTION: CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if once the engine is running.
  • Page 281 6. Connect the red 8. Now connect the black positive (+) cable to negative ( ) cable to the positive (+) terminal the negative ( ) terminal of the dead battery. of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) Use a remote negative ( terminal if the vehicle terminal if the vehicle has...
  • Page 282 9. Connect the other end of 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and the negative ( ) cable at run the engine for awhile. least 18 inches (45 cm) 11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. away from the dead If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably battery, but not near...
  • Page 283 To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3.
  • Page 284: Towing Your Vehicle

    Towing Your Vehicle Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. If an overheated engine condition exists and the See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index. If you REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed, an want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups...
  • Page 285 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 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 286: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine

    If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, NOTICE: try this for a minute or so: 1. Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan If your engine catches fire because you keep speed and open the window as necessary. driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be 2.
  • Page 287: Cooling System

    Cooling System If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what should be parked on a level surface. you’ll see: The coolant level should be at or above the FULL...
  • Page 288 NOTICE: CAUTION: Engine damage from running your engine Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine without coolant isn’t covered by your warranty. parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. See “Overheated Engine Protection Operating If you do, you can be burned. Mode”...
  • Page 289 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant CAUTION: Surge Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling but the coolant level isn’t at or above the FULL COLD system can blow out and burn you badly.
  • Page 290 CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture.
  • Page 291 NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. So use the recommended coolant. CAUTION: 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 1.
  • Page 292 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper remove it. mixture, to the FULL COLD mark. 5-17...
  • Page 293 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure engine and let it run until you can feel the upper cap is hand tight and fully seated. radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan.
  • Page 294: Engine Fan Noise

    Engine Fan Noise If a Tire Goes Flat Your vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes provide more air to cool the engine.
  • Page 295: Changing A Flat Tire

    Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
  • Page 296: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools

    Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jack and wheel blocks are located under a cover near the passenger side seat. To remove the jack and wheel blocks, do the following: 2. Remove the wheel blocks by turning the wing nut counterclockwise.
  • Page 297 To remove the tools, do the following: You’ll use the jack handle extensions and the wheel wrench to remove the underbody mounted spare tire. 1. Open the top door on the passenger’s side Top Storage unit. Use the ignition/door key to unlock it if it is locked.
  • Page 298 Follow these instructions to lower the spare tire: 3. Insert the hoist end (open end) (F) of the 1. Your vehicle is equipped with a hoist lock (J). extension through To unlock it, open the spare tire lock cover on the the hole (G) in the bumper and use the ignition key to remove the lock.
  • Page 299 5. The wheel wrench has Use the following pictures and instructions to remove a hook that allows you the flat tire and raise the vehicle. to pull the hoist cable toward you to assist in reaching the spare tire. 6. When the tire has been lowered, tilt the retainer (D) at the end of the cable so it can be...
  • Page 300 1. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle 2. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack extensions (as needed). Attach the jack handle lift head to the lifting point. to the jack. 5-25...
  • Page 301: Spare Tire

    Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire To remove the center cap, place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry out. 1. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts.
  • Page 302 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. Jack Positions (overall view) CAUTION: These locations are the general area of jack placement.
  • Page 303 2. Position the jack under the vehicle. Rear Tire Flat: For a rear flat, use the jacking pad provided on the rear axle. Rear Position Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so that Front Position the flat tire clears the ground when it is removed and so that the spare tire will also clear the ground when it...
  • Page 304 3. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the CAUTION: flat tire. 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 305 5. After mounting the 6. Turn the wheel wrench spare, put the wheel counterclockwise to nuts back on with the lower the vehicle. rounded end of the nuts Lower the jack toward the wheel. completely. Tighten each wheel nut by hand. Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the wheel nuts until the wheel is held against...
  • Page 306 NOTICE: CAUTION: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel and even come off. This could lead to an accident. nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
  • Page 307 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.
  • Page 308 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed upward. 2. Tilt the retainer (D) downward and through the wheel opening. Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel. 3.
  • Page 309 4. Insert the hoist end (F) through the hole (G) in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft. 5. Raise the tire partway upward. Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening. 6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle.
  • Page 310: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow

    Spare Tire If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow Your vehicle, when new, had a fully inflated spare tire. A spare tire may lose air over time, so check its inflation In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will pressure regularly.
  • Page 311: Using The Recovery Hooks

    Using the Recovery Hooks NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth, you can destroy your transmission. For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see “Tire Chains”...
  • Page 312 CAUTION: These hooks, when used, are under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle. The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back. NOTICE: Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle.
  • Page 313 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 314: Doing Your Own Service Work

    Service Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for more about how to service your vehicle than this manual all your service needs.
  • Page 315 Adding Equipment to the Outside of CAUTION: Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can You can be injured and your vehicle could be affect the airflow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with damaged if you try to do service work on a your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of vehicle without knowing enough about it.
  • Page 316 Gasoline Specifications California Fuel It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission which were developed by the American Automobile Standards (see the underhood emission control label), Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’...
  • Page 317: Fuels In Foreign Countries

    Additives NOTICE: Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl contains methanol. Don’t use fuel containing (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline methanol.
  • Page 318: Filling Your Tank

    Filling Your Tank CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline. While refueling, hang the fuel cap by the tether using the hook located on the inside of the filler door.
  • Page 319 When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure CAUTION: you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly If you get gasoline on yourself and then installed.
  • Page 320: Checking Things Under The Hood

    Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, container can ignite the gasoline vapor.
  • Page 321: Hood Release

    Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the handle located inside the vehicle to the lower left of the steering wheel. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release, located near the center of the grill.
  • Page 322 Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the VORTEC 6000 H.O. V8 engine you will see the following: 6-10...
  • Page 323: Engine Oil

    A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Oil B. Coolant Surge Tank If the CHECK ENG OIL C. Air Filter Restriction Indicator LEVEL message appears on the instrument cluster, D. Engine Oil Fill Cap it means you need to check E. Engine Oil Dipstick your engine oil level right away.
  • Page 324: Checking Engine Oil

    Checking Engine Oil Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you might not show the actual level. get fuel.
  • Page 325: When To Add Engine Oil

    When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications”...
  • Page 326: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use

    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 327: Gm Oil Life System

    As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W 30 is best for When to Change Engine Oil your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 10W 30 if it’s (GM Oil Life System going to be 0 C) or above. These numbers on an Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.
  • Page 328: What To Do With Used Oil

    How to Reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Message What to Do with Used Oil The GM Oil Life System calculates when to change Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer.
  • Page 329 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter After changing the engine air cleaner/filter, press the button on top of the air filter restriction indicator to reset it. The engine air cleaner/filter assembly has an air filter restriction indicator that lets you know when the engine air cleaner/filter is dirty and needs to be serviced.
  • Page 330 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the engine air cleaner/filter. See “Owner Checks and Services” in the Index. CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if the engine backfires.
  • Page 331: Passenger Compartment Air Filter

    Passenger Compartment Air Filter 4. Install the new filter by reversing the steps listed previously. Be sure to follow any instructions that The filter is located under the instrument panel below may be included in the replacement filter package. the glove compartment. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine To replace the passenger compartment air filter do the when to replace the passenger compartment air filter.
  • Page 332: How To Check

    How to Check Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving: Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may When outside temperatures are above 90 F (32 choose to have this done at the dealership service department.
  • Page 333 Checking the Fluid Level Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: Prepare your vehicle as follows: Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range.
  • Page 334: How To Add Fluid

    The handle is located at the rear of the engine How to Add Fluid compartment, on the passenger’s side. See “Engine Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what Compartment Overview” in the Index for further kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended information on location.
  • Page 335: Rear Axle

    Rear Axle The proper level is from 5/8 inch to 1 5/8 inch (15 mm to 40 mm) below the bottom of the filler plug When to Check Lubricant hole. Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how What to Use often to check the lubricant.
  • Page 336: Front Axle

    How to Check Lubricant What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Front Axle When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant.
  • Page 337 How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you may need to add some lubricant. When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the filler plug hole.
  • Page 338: Engine Coolant

    Engine Coolant NOTICE: The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with COOL R engine coolant. This coolant is designed When adding coolant, it is important that you to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles COOL R (silicate use only DEX free) coolant.
  • Page 339 What to Use NOTICE: Use a mixture of one half clean, drinkable water and half DEX COOL coolant which won’t damage If you use an improper coolant mixture, your aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you engine could overheat and be badly damaged. don’t need to add anything else.
  • Page 340: Checking Coolant

    Checking Coolant CAUTION: The coolant surge tank is located in the engine Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the compartment on the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and passenger’s side of the vehicle. scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little...
  • Page 341: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap

    Adding Coolant Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool. CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts.
  • Page 342: How To Check Power Steering Fluid

    Power Steering Fluid 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. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
  • Page 343: Windshield Washer Fluid

    Windshield Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read NOTICE: the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature When using concentrated washer fluid, may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient...
  • Page 344: Brake Fluid

    Brakes There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid Brake Fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When new linings are put in, the fluid level goes back up.
  • Page 345 Checking Brake Fluid CAUTION: If you have too much brake fluid, it can spill on the engine. The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
  • Page 346 What to Add NOTICE: When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT 3 brake fluid. Refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” Using the wrong fluid can badly damage in the Index. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. brake system parts.
  • Page 347: Brake Wear

    Brake Wear Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes. applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake...
  • Page 348: Replacing Brake System Parts

    Replacing Brake System Parts Vehicle Storage The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days parts have to be of top quality and work well together if or more, remove the black, negative ( ) cable from the vehicle is to have really good braking.
  • Page 349: Bulb Replacement

    Bulb Replacement Headlamps For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. See “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index for the proper types of bulbs to use. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
  • Page 350 1. Open the hood of the vehicle. 4. Remove the bolt on the grille located near the hood latch assembly. 2. Pry up the eight fastener plugs on the radiator cover and pull the fasteners out. 3. Lift off the radiator cover. 6-38...
  • Page 351 5. Pull the top left and right corners of the grill out so 6. Remove the horizontal pin from the headlamp the clips release. Then pull the grill out and up. assembly by lifting the end of the pin upward until it unsnaps and then pulling it toward the center of the vehicle.
  • Page 352 10. Remove the rubber, circular shaped bulb cap of the affected bulb from the headlamp assembly. 11. Turn the bulb connector counterclockwise and remove it with the old bulb from the headlamp 7. Remove the vertical pin from the headlamp assembly assembly.
  • Page 353 16. Reconnect the electrical connector to the lower Headlamp Aiming corner of the headlamp assembly. Your vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system equipped with horizontal aim indicators. The aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment. This is true even though 17.
  • Page 354 If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, the headlamp The vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: aim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the low beam The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are may be necessary if it is difficult to see lane markers 25 ft.
  • Page 355 The headlamp aiming devices are under the hood near Headlamp Horizontal Aiming the headlamps. Turn the horizontal aiming screw (A) until the indicator (B) is lined up with zero. Once the horizontal aim is adjusted, then adjust the vertical aim. If you believe your headlamps need horizontal (left/right) adjustment, follow the horizontal aiming procedure.
  • Page 356 Headlamp Vertical Aiming 1. Find the aim dot on the lens of the low beam lamps. NOTICE: Horizontal aiming must be performed before making any adjustments to the vertical aim. Adjusting the vertical aim first will result in an incorrect headlamp aim. 2.
  • Page 357 3. At the wall or other flat surface, measure from the NOTICE: ground upward the recorded distance from Step 2 and draw or tape a horizontal line the width of the vehicle. Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam off when aiming.
  • Page 358 5. Turn the vertical aiming screw (V) until the Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line. Daytime Running Lamps The top edge of the cut off should be positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line. A.
  • Page 359 1. Remove the headlamp assembly as described Center High Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) previously. It is recommended that this component be replaced as a 2. Remove the rubber, circular shaped bulb cap for the unit by your dealer. affected bulb from the headlamp assembly. Taillamps 3.
  • Page 360 1. Remove the two screws 3. Press the release tab and from the lamp assembly. turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp housing. 4. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket. 5. Press a new bulb into the socket, insert it into the 2.
  • Page 361: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

    Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” in the Index for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts”...
  • Page 362 Underinflated tires pose the same danger about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, as overloaded tires. The resulting accident see your Cadillac Warranty booklet for details. could cause serious injury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure.
  • Page 363 Inflation -- Tire Pressure NOTICE: (Continued) The Certification/Tire label, which is located on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation If your tires have too much air (overinflation), pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” you can get the following: means your vehicle has been sitting for at least Unusual wear...
  • Page 364: Tire Inspection And Rotation

    Tire Inspection and Rotation When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. Don’t include the spare tire in your Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles tire rotation. (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear wheel alignment.
  • Page 365 When It’s Time for New Tires You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: One way to tell when it’s You can see the indicators at three or more places time for new tires is to around the tire.
  • Page 366: Buying New Tires

    Buying New Tires CAUTION: (Continued) To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Certification/Tire label. Using tires of different sizes may also cause The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a damage to your vehicle.
  • Page 367: Uniform Tire Quality Grading

    Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on Quality grades can be found where applicable on the the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum conditions on a specified government test course.
  • Page 368: Wheel Replacement

    Temperature A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under and best overall performance.
  • Page 369 Each new wheel should have the same load carrying NOTICE: capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. The wrong wheel can also cause problems with If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or equipment parts.
  • Page 370: Tire Chains

    Tire Chains Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a CAUTION: match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. Don’t use tire chains.
  • Page 371: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Vehicle

    Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. Here are some cleaning tips: In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Alcohol Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set.
  • Page 372: Cleaning Leather

    Cleaning Leather Cleaning Wood Panels Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or Use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Then, let the (use mild dish washing soap). Dry the wood leather dry naturally.
  • Page 373: Cleaning Glass Surfaces

    Cleaning Glass Surfaces Clean the outside of the windshield with a full strength glass cleaning liquid. The windshield is clean if beads Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or do not form when you rinse it with water. a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass.
  • Page 374: Washing Your Vehicle

    Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint cold water.
  • Page 375: Cleaning Aluminum Wheels

    Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because...
  • Page 376: Chemical Paint Spotting

    Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Cadillac materials available from your dealer or other service will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of outlets.
  • Page 377 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials 6-65...
  • Page 378: Engine Identification

    Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacement parts. Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label located in the glove box. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
  • Page 379: Electrical System

    Electrical System Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other Add-On Electrical Equipment power accessories. When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away. NOTICE: Fuses and Circuit Breakers Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle...
  • Page 380 Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block access door is on the driver’s side end of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. You can remove fuses with a fuse extractor which is mounted to the fuse block access door. To remove fuses if you don’t have a fuse extractor, hold the end of the NAME Usage...
  • Page 381 NAME Usage NAME Usage IGN 0 PRND321 Display, Odometer, SEAT Power Seat Circuit Breaker VCM/PCM MIR/LOCK Power Mirrors, Power Door Locks CRUISE Cruise Control, Instrument Cluster DR LOCK Power Door Locks Not Used RAP #1 Retained Accessory Power Relay TURN Exterior Lamps, Turn Signals, LOCK Power Door Locks...
  • Page 382 Center Instrument Panel Utility Block Relay Name Usage The center instrument panel utility block is located Special Equipment Option underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the TRAILER Trailer Brake Wiring steering column. Upfitter SPARE 2 Not Used SPARE 3 Not Used HTD ST Heated Seats...
  • Page 383: Underhood Fuse Block

    Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse/relay block is located near the battery in the engine compartment. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on its location. Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block. You will see fuses to the top right of the fuse/relay block once you remove the cover.
  • Page 384 6-72...
  • Page 385 Name Usage Name Usage STUD #1 Accessory Power/Trailer Wiring PARK LP Parking Lamps Feed/Load Leveling FRT HVAC Climate Control System Anti Lock Brakes STOP LP Exterior Lamps, Stoplamps IGN A Ignition Switch ECM 1 VCM/PCM A.I.R. System CHMSL Center High Mounted Stoplamp RAP #1 Retained Accessory Power, Power VEH STOP...
  • Page 386 Name Usage Name Usage Automatic Transfer Case HTD MIR Heated Mirrors RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger, Heated LT HDLP Left Headlamps Mirrors (Relay) Air Conditioning Autoride (Real Time Damping) AUX PWR Cigarette Lighter, Auxiliary RR PRK Right Rear Parking Lamps Power Outlets ECM B VCM/PCM...
  • Page 387: Replacement Bulbs

    Replacement Bulbs Name Usage LT TURN Left Turn Signals Bulb Number Beam Headlamps ....9006 FR PRK Front Parking Lamps, Sidemarker Lamps High Beam Headlamps .
  • Page 388: Capacities And Specifications

    Capacities and Specifications Capacities Cooling System ... . . 17.0 quarts (16.0 L) Please refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” Engine Oil with in the Index for more information. All capacities are Filter Capacity .
  • Page 389: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

    Normal Maintenance Oil Filter* ......PF59 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter* ....A1518C Replacement Parts Passenger Compartment Air...
  • Page 390 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Introduction Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Scheduled Maintenance Part E: Maintenance Record Part B: Owner Checks and Services...
  • Page 391: Your Vehicle And The Environment

    Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle.
  • Page 392: How This Section Is Organized

    How This Section is Organized “Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition.
  • Page 393: Using Your Maintenance Schedule

    Part A: Scheduled This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them. If you Maintenance Services go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know that GM trained and supported service people will Using Your Maintenance Schedule perform the work using genuine GM parts.
  • Page 394: Scheduled Maintenance

    Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles Footnotes (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of California Air Resources Board has determined that this vehicle.
  • Page 395 Scheduled Maintenance Engine Oil and Chassis Lubrication It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the oil life system may not indicate that an Scheduled Maintenance oil change is necessary for over a year. However, your Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year GM Oil Life System t (or every 12 months,...
  • Page 396 Scheduled Maintenance...
  • Page 397 Scheduled Maintenance...
  • Page 398 Scheduled Maintenance 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) DATE Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
  • Page 399 Scheduled Maintenance 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) DATE Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
  • Page 400 Scheduled Maintenance 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) DATE Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
  • Page 401 Scheduled Maintenance 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) DATE Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
  • Page 402 Scheduled Maintenance 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) DATE Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
  • Page 403 Scheduled Maintenance 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) DATE Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
  • Page 404 Scheduled Maintenance Change automatic transmission fluid and if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 _ F (32 _ C) or higher. – In hilly or mountainous terrain. –...
  • Page 405: At Each Fuel Fill

    Part B: Owner Checks and Services Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL Listed in this part are owner checks and services which coolant mixture if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in should be performed at the intervals specified to help the Index for further details.
  • Page 406: At Least Twice A Year

    At Least Twice a Year Spare Tire Check At least twice a year, after the monthly inflation check Restraint System Check of the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your the correct tire inflation pressure, make sure that the belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are spare tire is stored securely.
  • Page 407 Weatherstrip Lubrication At Least Once a Year Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, Key Lock Cylinders Service seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold, damp weather more Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D.
  • Page 408 Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be move suddenly.
  • Page 409 Ignition Transmission Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn set the parking brake. the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. To check the parking brake’s holding ability: The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift With the engine running and transmission in...
  • Page 410: Exhaust System Inspection

    Part C: Periodic Steering and Suspension Inspection Maintenance Inspections Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of Listed in this part are inspections and services which wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, lines and hoses for proper hook up, binding, leaks,...
  • Page 411: Fuel System Inspection

    Fuel System Inspection Transfer Case and Front Axle (All-Wheel Drive) Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks. Every 12 months or at engine oil change intervals, Engine Cooling System Inspection check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary.
  • Page 412 Part D: Recommended Fluids USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT and Lubricants Hydraulic Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, Brake System (GM Part No. 12377967 or part number or specification may be obtained from equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid). your dealer.
  • Page 413 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Front and SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Outer Tailgate Multi Purpose Lubricant, Rear Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 12378261) Handle Pivot Superlube (GM Part Points or equivalent meeting GM No. 12346241 or equivalent). Specification 9986115. Weatherstrip Dielectric Silicone Grease Transfer Case DEXRON...
  • Page 414: Maintenance Record

    Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.
  • Page 415 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-26...
  • Page 416 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Cadillac if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Customer Satisfaction Procedure Courtesy Transportation...
  • Page 417: Customer Satisfaction Procedure

    STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center, 24 hours a day, by calling 1-800-458-8006. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
  • Page 418: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone

    Text Telephones (TTYs), dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action, Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its Customer use of the program is free of charge and your case will Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate generally be heard within 40 days.
  • Page 419: Customer Assistance Offices

    Cadillac encourages customers to call the toll-free Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to 1908 Colonel Sam Drive write to Cadillac, the letter should be addressed to Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Cadillac’s Customer Assistance Center. 1-800-263-3777 (English)
  • Page 420: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities

    GM Mobility Program for Persons Roadside Service with Disabilities Cadillac’s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac This program, available to owner with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac qualified applicants, can...
  • Page 421: Roadside Service Availability

    Cadillac Owner Privileges Emergency Road Service is performed on site for the following situations: Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Privileges at “no charge,” throughout your 2002 Cadillac Towing Service Warranty Period 48 months/ 50,000 miles (80 000 km). Battery Jump Starting...
  • Page 422: Roadside Service For The Hearing Or

    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 2438 daily, 24 hours.
  • Page 423: Courtesy Transportation

    New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Several transportation Warranty service can generally be completed while you options are available when warranty repairs are wait. However, if you are unable to wait Cadillac helps required. This will reduce your inconvenience during minimize your inconvenience by providing several warranty repairs.
  • Page 424: Additional Program Information

    Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes, levies, usage fees, excessive If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of reimbursement up to $30 per day (five days maximum) the repair.
  • Page 425: Warranty Information

    Canadian Vehicles: For warranty repairs during the REPORTING SAFETY Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General DEFECTS TO THE UNITED Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty, STATES GOVERNMENT alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which your dealer for details.
  • Page 426: Reporting Safety Defects To

    Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Please call us at 1 8006, or write: Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Transport Canada Cadillac Motor Car Division 330 Sparks Street P.O. Box 33169...
  • Page 427: Service Publications Ordering Information

    SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION Service Manuals Owner’s Information Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair Owner publications are written specifically for owners information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, and intended to provide basic operational information brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. about the vehicle.

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