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Wheel bearings
The front wheel bearings on all except Eldorado
and Eldorado rear wheel bearings require repack-
ing and adjustIng when brakl linings are replaced
or when major service is performed on that axle.
Repack with a ,,2 grade lithium high melting point
wheel blaring g",ase.
When bearing replacement is necessary, Delco
parts are retommended.
Brakes
When replacement parts are required, GM Ind
Delco parts are recommended.
Use Delco Sup",me
11
Super Heavy Duty Broke
fluid or brakl flUIds conformIng to SAE J·1703
specifications. (SAE 1lJ.R3 moy also be used).
Suspension
The suspension and steering linkage connections
do not require periodic lubrication. Suspension
and steering linkage connections are packed with
a special long·life lubricant and normally need
repacking only when ..als have leaked or
damaged ..ab "'" ",placed. Steering linkage
pivots must be replaced when worn or loose.
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The rear suspension system is maintenance
free. However, it is recommended that it be
inspected periodically by In Authorized Cadillac
Dealer to make certain that no accidental damage
has occurred that could affect its performance.
BaHery fluid level
B.1ttery flUId level should be checked at every
engine oil change. However, in warm weather,
fluid level should be checked at two·week inter·
vals. Maintain battery fluid level up to the split
ring
In
each cell.
A fluid level indicator
ts
provided on top of the
second cell cap from the positive battery post.
When fluid level os normal, a black spot appears on
the "eye" on the top of this ",p. An off·whlte spot
Inchcates that flUId level OS low. In such case, check
all eelb and add waler, as necessary, to bring them
to their proper level.
Use only colorless, odorless drinking water or
distIlled water to fill the battery. If water is added
during freezing weather, drive the car a minimum
of five miles. This mixes the added water into the
electrolyte and will prevent it from freezing and
damaging tha battery.
Have the battery charge checked regularly
during extremely cold weather. Make sure the
cables are clean and tightly clamped to the battery
terminals.
For full wattage requirements, a Delco Battery
is recommended at replacement time.
BATIERY GAS WARNING
CAUTION. Never IXPosa battery to open
flame Dr electriC spark - battery action
generates hydrogen gas whICh OS flammable
and explOSIve. Don't allow battery fluid to
contact skin, eyes. flbra. or painted surfaces
- flUId IS a sulfuroe
at"
solution wh'ch could
cause seriOUS perJOnai Injury or property
damage. Wear eYI protlttlon when working
with battlry.
Windshield washer solvent
Use GM Dptikleen Windshield washer solvent to
prevent freezing and for bener cleaning of the
windshield.
NOTE: Follow the directions on the label for
correct mixture, otherwise paint damage may
result. 00 not mix other windshield washer
solvents with Dptikleen as they may not be
compatible.
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