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  • Page 1 SEVILLE OWWES LITERATURE 'THIS MANUAL IS A REPLICATION. H3026 IT IS NOT AN ORIGINAL.
  • Page 2 TWhen a man's his work be merely mediocre, VWhatsoever you work has been done, those who worship (It is as old as the world BIf the leader truly Mich.) Detmit, JANUARY ZND, IN THE YEAR COPYRIOHT. CADILLAC MOTOR CAR DIVISION 191s...
  • Page 4 Henry M. founder Leland, Cadillac, stands beside the 2905 “Osceola” which built to evaluate the QUUS car. feasibility of bodied a closed...
  • Page 5 Henry Leland, known as the master of precision, initiated his pre- cision manufacturing techniques at the founding of Cadillac in 1902. His exacting standards prompted the motto which Cadillac has been guided over the years "Craftsmanship Creed -Accuracy A Law!'...
  • Page 7 "The Penalty Leadership" first appeared in the January issue The Saturday Evening Post as an expression of the Cadillac com- mitment to leadership, quality, and innovation. is widely regarded as one of the finest documents ever written and was published following...
  • Page 9 For the 1948 model, Cadillac introduced the which set the trend in autonlotive styling for nearly decades. This followed by the 1949 model with the two door hardtop Coupe DeVille a n d the modern overhead valve, high compression engine.
  • Page 10 For more t h a n nine decades Cadillac has been a leader in quality and technical innovation. Now more than ever, substance takes shape Cadillac Allant6 in stock The demanding pace car...
  • Page 13 This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. Section 2 Features and Controls This section explains how. to start and operate your Cadillac. Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how comfort controls and how to operate your Sound System.
  • Page 14 THE 1993 SEVILLE AND STS LITERATURE Please keep this literature in your Cadillac, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this book in it so the new owner can use it.
  • Page 15: How To Use This Manual

    HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. This will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.
  • Page 16: Vehicle Damage Warnings

    When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or used the familiar words and colors that Cadillac has used for years. You’ll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same colors, and the words CAUTION or NOTICE.
  • Page 17 Ehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you will find on your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: PROTECT EYES CAUTION BA'TTERY ACID BY SHIELDING POSSIBLE INJURY AVOID SPARKS COULD FLAMES POWER DOOR LOCK UNLOCK FASTEN SEAT BELTS WINDOW...
  • Page 18 These symbols have to do with your lights: MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH HAZARD WARNIYG FLASHER These symbols on some of WINDSHIELD WINDSHIELD WIPER &WASHER WASHER REAR WINDOW VENTILATING FAN DEFOGGER your controls: WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER HEADLAMP WASHER WIPER...
  • Page 19 symbols These are used ENGINE COOLANT CHAAGlNG TEMPERATURE ENGINE OIL FUEL PRESSURE other symbols you may see: Here are some RAOIO ! t - l warning and indicator lights: BRAKE ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE SELECTOR RADIO V O L U M E RADIATOR COOL ANT ANTILOCK BRAKE...
  • Page 20: Seats And Safety Belts

    SEATS SAFETY BELTS Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Cadillac, your Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (“air bag”) safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do safety belts. with SEATS AND SEAT CONTROLS...
  • Page 21 Power Seat Move the whole switch in the direction of both arrows to move the seat up or down. Move the switch forward or backward. Power Seatback Recliner backward to move the whole seat forward Move the switch in the direction of the arrow to move the seatback forward or backward.
  • Page 22 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. CAUTION: Sitting in reclined be dangerous. Even if you their job when you’re redined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck The lay belt can’t over...
  • Page 23 LumbarlHeated Seats Lumbar Control Option If you have this feature, you can change the shape of the driver and passenger seats. It works independently of the other seat controls. Use the power seat control first to get the proper position. Then proceed with the lumbar adjustment.
  • Page 24: Head Restraints

    higher temperature. To prevent uncomfortable overheating of the seats, the heating elements are thermostatically regulated to automatically maintain the temperature at the selected control switch reminds you that the heating system is in use. To preserve the battery, the heated seats can only be used when the ignition is turned on, and are deactivated when the ignition is turned off.
  • Page 25 CAUTION: Don’t let anyone ride properly. If you are belt, your injuries can the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed. same up. Always fasten your safety belt, and check that passengers’ belts are fastened This figure lights up when you turn the key to “Run”...
  • Page 26 Belts Work Safety When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. For example, if the bike is going 10 mph (16 km/h), so is the child.
  • Page 27 Take the simplest “vehicle.” Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels.
  • Page 28 someone on Get it up to speed. Then stop the “car.” The rider doesn’t stop. . - -_ ..._, . _..~ ” ..._.,..._.._.__..,_ ”...
  • Page 29 The person keeps going until stopped something. In a real vehicle, could be the windshield or the instrument panel...
  • Page 30 With safety belts, to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. HERE ARE QUESTIONS ASKABOUT SAFETYBELTS --AND THE ANSWERS Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle afler an accident belt? You could be whether you’re wearing a safety belt...
  • Page 31: Safety Belt Reminder Light

    required the use of safety belts. air bags," still have to buckle up to get the most protection. That's true not only in frontal collisions, but especially in side and other collisions. IfI'm a good driver, and I never drive farfiom home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you're in an accident one that isn't your fault...
  • Page 32: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly

    We’ll start with the driver position. D m R POSITION This section describes the driver’s restraint system. size. people adult things to (about safety belts and know rules for babies and smaller dffferent be riding in your called “Children? Follow those rules for PROPERLY Cadillac,...
  • Page 33: Lap-Shoulder Belt

    Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats” in the Index) so you can sit up straight.
  • Page 34 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end section. this Make sure the release button on the buckle faces upward or outward so you would be able to unbuckle it quickly if 3.
  • Page 35 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
  • Page 36: Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster

    Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster You can move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. To move it up or down, squeeze the release handle. When you release the handle, try to move it down a little to make sure it has locked into position.
  • Page 37 To help you find a height that is right for you, follow these guidelines: For a tall person: Use the upper or upper-middle position. For a person of average height: Use a position somewhere in the middle. For a short person: Use the lower or lower-middle position. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of...
  • Page 38 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment Your Seville has a shoulder belt tightness adjustment feature. If the shoulder belt seems too tight, you can adjust it like this: 1. Sit well back in the seat. 2. Start pulling the shoulder belt out. 3.
  • Page 39 the belt go back all the way. You should hear a slight clicking 4. Let sound. you don’t, the adjustment feature won’t set, and you’ll have to start again. you can add a small amount of slack. Lean forward slightly, then 5.
  • Page 40 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. CAUTION: can be seriously crash would move forward tu0 much, which could increase idury, The shoulder belt should fit allow more than hurt if your shoulder against inch...
  • Page 41 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In abdomen. The belt forces would be bones. This could your belt into the buckle nearest you. crash, the belt would go up over your there, serious...
  • Page 42 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. CAUTION: can be seriously injured arm. crash, your body would move your which would increase the chance of the belt would apply too shoulder bones.
  • Page 43 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. You can be serioudy injured by a twisted wouldn’t have the full width of the belt is twisted, belt ask your dealer to it straight make it can belt. crash, you spread impact forces.
  • Page 44 R E S T U N T SYSTEM (AIR BAGS) This section explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR), or “air bag,” system. Your Cadillac has an air bag for the driver and for the right-front passenger. Here’s the most important thing to Know:...
  • Page 45 CAUTION: (Continued) bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you inflation in crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with an air bag, and the driver should sit as far back still maintaining control of the vehicle.
  • Page 46: How The Air Bag System Works

    If the air bag readiness light doesn't come on when you start your vehicle, or stays air bag system may serviced right away The Air Bag System Works Where is the air bag? The driver's air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. If your vehicle has a right-front passenger air bag, it is located in the instrument panel on the passenger's side.
  • Page 47 GM vehicles is between 9 and 14 mph. However, this velocity threshold depends on the vehicle design and may be several miles-per-hour faster or slower. In addition, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes an object such as a parked car which will move and deform on impact.
  • Page 48 after an air bag inflation? What will you After the air bag has inflated, it will then quickly deflate. This occurs so quickly that some people may not even realize that the air bag inflated. The air bag will impede the driver’s vision or ability to steer the vehicle, nor will it hinder the occupants from exiting the vehicle.
  • Page 49: Servicing Your Cadillac With The Air Bag System

    Your Cadillac dealer and the 1993 Cadillac Service Manual have information about the air bag system, including repair or disposal. When electrical work is done under the hood or inside your vehicle, the ignition should be in “Lock”...
  • Page 50 Remove the SIR (air bag) fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers’’ in the Index). Disconnect the yellow connector at the base of the steering column. Your vehicle also has the right-front passenger’s air bag, both the driver’s air bag and the right-front passenger’s air bag must be disconnected if the ignition has to on for electrical work, or if the steering column or instrument panel is to be disassembled.
  • Page 51: Right Front Passenger Position

    A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible throughout the pregnancy. The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash.
  • Page 52: Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions

    REAR SEAT PASSENGERS It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can in a crash.
  • Page 53 If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the or outward so you would be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever had If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate...
  • Page 54 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
  • Page 55: Center Passenger Position

    T o unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. CENTER PASSENGER POSITION...
  • Page 56 Your vehicle has a rear bench seat. Someone can sit in the center position. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section.
  • Page 57 the buckle faces upward or outward so Make sure the release button you would be able unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to. CHILDREN Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state and Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
  • Page 58: Smaller Children And Babies

    Smaller Children and Babies CAUTION: Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child infant restraint, The instructions for the restraint will whether it is the right type and size for your child, young child’s hip bones are not stay low on €he hips, as over the child’s abdomen.
  • Page 59 ” Secure the baby in an infant restraint,...
  • Page 60 CHILD R E S T M N T S Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions the restraint itself or in restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury.
  • Page 61: Top Strap

    Top Strap If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Cadillac dealer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how to do it.
  • Page 62 Securing Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Position You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint.
  • Page 63 To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint.
  • Page 64: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Rear Seat Position

    To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position a child restraint in a center seating position, you’ll be When you secure...
  • Page 65 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 4. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 1.
  • Page 66 6. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. If the child restraint isn't secure, turn the latch plate over and buckle it again.
  • Page 67 Child Restraint in the Right Front Securing Your vehicle has a right-front passenger’s air bag. NEVER put a rear-facing child restraint in this position. Here’s why: rear-facing child restraint in the front seat could he pushed into the seatback by the right front passenger‘s air bag if it Inflates, child injured if this happens.
  • Page 68 See if the shoulder belt would go so, put it behind the child restraint. 5 . Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button faces upward or outward, so able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever need to. Pull out vehicle’s safety belt and run the lap part through...
  • Page 69 6. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint.
  • Page 70 To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and back all the way. it go The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Push and pull the child restraint different directions to...
  • Page 71: Larger Children

    Larger Children ..Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle's safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.
  • Page 72 Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. Children aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are.
  • Page 73 CAUTION: Newr do this. Were two chitdren are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces, In a crash, the can be crushed together and seriously iqjured. 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 very close to the child’s face or neck? Move the child toward...
  • Page 74 CAUTION: Never do this, child is sitting in a seat that has Here the shoulder part is behind the chlid, in t.his way,.in a crash belt's would then be applied right on the child's abdomen, fwce could muse That serious Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low, snug below the hips, and just touching the child's thighs.
  • Page 75: Safety Belt Extender

    SAFETYBELT EXTENDER If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
  • Page 76 What's wrong with this? The belt is torn. CAUTION: Torn or frayed belts may not protect you in a crash, They can rip apart under impact forces. If new one right away. a belt is torn or frayed,...
  • Page 77: Features And Controls

    FEATURES AND CONTROLS Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Cadillac, and information on starting, shifting and braking. explained are the instrument panel and the warning if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem.
  • Page 78 The square keys are for the ignition only. The round the doors and all other locks. When a new Cadillac is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs from the keys, and gives them to the first owner.
  • Page 79: Door Locks

    DOOR LOCKS CAUTION Unlocked doors can be dangerous, Passengers cspecially children and fall out, W e n a dour is locked, the laside handle won't open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you down or stop your vehicle, slow This may not be so obvious:...
  • Page 80: Power Door Locks

    Power Door Locks From the inside: lock the door, slide the lock lever down to manually lock the door. To unlock slide the lock Icvcr up. IIIC pntcr d o o r 1'1141 lock switch to lock or unlock all the doors once.
  • Page 81: Rear Door Security Lock

    Rear Door Security Lock Your Cadillac equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your car from the inside. To use this lock, 1. Move the lever on the door all the way up to the ENGAGED position.
  • Page 82: Illuminated Entry System

    20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. REMOTE K E K E S S ENTRY SYSTEM If your Cadillac has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from up to 15 feet transmitter supplied with your vehicle.
  • Page 83: Operation

    Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. This product has a maximum range. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. See your Cadillac dealer or a qualified technician for service. Changes or modifications to this system service facility could void authorization Operation...
  • Page 84: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle

    Press this symbol to open the trunk. Press this button to turn on the interior lights and cylinder ilumination. Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer.
  • Page 85 1. Use round end of the door key, or a quarter to rotate cover counterclockwise 1/16 of a turn.
  • Page 86 3. Make sure battery is positioned with " " 4. Align notches on cover and transmitter and rotate clockwise to reinstall. facing cover.
  • Page 87: Center Console

    CENTER CONSOLE is equipped with either the Mini Console or optional Full Your vehicle Console. The mini console comes with a storage tray and a flip up arm rest door with dual cup holder, that opens to a storage compartment. The full console includes a floor shift lever along with a flip up arm rest door with a dual cup holder, that opens to a storage compartment.
  • Page 88: Remote Trunk Release

    REMOTE TRUNK RELEASE AUTOlMATIC PULL-DOWN FEATURE CAUTION: Your car has an automatic pull-down feature that helps close the trunk electronically, Your fingers can be trapped trunk Ifd as it goes would need someone to help you free them. Keep your fingers Prom the trunk lid away .
  • Page 89 When you park your Cadillac and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and your ignition and transaxle.
  • Page 90 Always unlock a door with a key, or use the Keyless Entry System. Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm. (OPTION) If your Cadillac has this option, it has a Theft Deterrent Alarm System. With this system, the “SECURITY”...
  • Page 91 you set off the alarm by accident, unlock any door with your key. You can also turn off the alarm by using the Keyless Entry System, if you have it. The alarm won’t stop if you try to unlock a door any other way. Test The Alarm Roll down your window and lock your vehicle using the power door lock or the Keyless Entry System.
  • Page 92 “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index). If the starter won’t work with the other key, your vehic1.e needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first ignition key may be faulty. See your Cadillac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key I1...
  • Page 93: Ignition Key Positions

    NEW VEHICLE “BREAK-IN” NOTICE: Your modern Cadillac doesn’t need an it will perQarm better in the long run if guidelines: Don3 drive miles (804 h ) , Avoid making hard stops for the first During this time your new brake linings aren’t yet broken in.
  • Page 94: Starting Your Engine

    The other positions let you perform these functions: ACC: Accessory lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine you. it toward Your steering wheel will remain locked, just as it before you inserted the OFF: This position lets you turn off the engine wheel.
  • Page 95 Don’t shift do, you could damage when your vehicle is 1. Don’t push the accelerator pedal before starting your engine. In some other vehicles you might need to do this, but because of your vehicle’s computer systems, you don’t. 2. Turn your ignition key to “Start.” When the engine starts, let go of the key.
  • Page 96: Engine Block Heater (Option)

    ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (OPTION) In very cold weather, O°F (-HOC) or colder, the engine block heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. To use the block heater: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3.
  • Page 97 Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact a Cadillac dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give the best advice for that particular area.
  • Page 98 There are several different positions for your shift lever. P...,.Par N ..........N e u t r a l (Park) This locks your front wheels.
  • Page 99 Wills” or “‘l’oning Ensure the shift lever is fully in “P” (Park) range before starting the engine. Your Cadillac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully your regular brakes before you can shift from “P” (Park) when the ignition key is in the “Run”...
  • Page 100 N (Neutral) In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, “N” your vehicle is being towed. when CAUTION= Shifting out of“P’’ (Park) or (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot ‘kacing”...
  • Page 101 3 (Third Gear) This is like Here are some times you might choose When driving on hilly, winding roads When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears When going down a steep hill 2 (Second Gear) This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use “2”...
  • Page 102 1 (First Gear) This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than “2.” You can use the selector lever is put in until the vehicle is going slowly enough. NOTICE: front wheels can’t rotate, don’t your if you were happen against solid object.
  • Page 103 CAUTION: If your hand or arm is in hurt. The pedal springs back quickly. Keep your hand and arm when you use the manual release lever. away If vou are on a hill: See “Parking shows how to turn your front wheels. are towing a trailer and are Parking on any hill: See “Towing a Trailer”...
  • Page 104: Shifting Into "P" (Park)

    SHIFTING INTO d ! h CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get not fully in (Park) rrP’’ vehicle can roll. have left or others could be injured. To be suddenly. won’t move, when that follow, If you are parking on a hill, or if you’re pulling trailer, also see “Parking On Hills’’...
  • Page 105 3. With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down, set the parking brake. 4. Move the ignition key to "Lock." 5. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in "P" (Park).
  • Page 106: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running

    2. Move the shift lever into “P” (Park) position like this: 3. With your right foot still holding thc parking brake. 4. Move the ignition key to “Lock.” 5. Remove the key and take it with you. vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle (Park).
  • Page 107 “P” (Park). SHZFTING OUT OF “P” (PARK) Your Cadillac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully amlv your regular brake before you can shift from “P” (Park) when the ignition is in the “Run”...
  • Page 108 PARKTNG O W R THINGS THAT BURN if!l CAUTION: can burn couid hot exhaust parts under Things that touch your vchicle and Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or ignite. other things that burn,...
  • Page 109: Engine Exhaust

    ENGINE EXHAUST CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill, It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can and death, unconsciousness You might have exhaust coming in if: Your cxbaust system sounds strange or different. Your vehicie gets rusty underneath. Your vehicle was damaged in a collision.
  • Page 110 RUNNING YOUR ENGINE WIYILE YOU’RE PARKED It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things know.
  • Page 111: Power Windows

    POWER WINDOWS Your vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP). When you stop your vehicle and turn the ignition key to “Off”, you can still use your power windows. The electrical power to operate the windows will not shut off until you open a door or 10 minutes has passed. If you want this power for another 10 minutes, just turn the key to “Run”...
  • Page 112: Tilt Wheel

    TILT WHEEL A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place.
  • Page 113: The Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever

    THE TURN SIGNAL/MULTIFUNCTION LEVER The lever the left side of the steering column includes your: Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlight High-Low Beam Flash-To-Pass Feature Headlamp Washers (Export Only) Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control ..
  • Page 114: Turn Signal And Lane Change Indicator

    Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash.
  • Page 115: Headlight High-Low Beam

    As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows don’t flash but just on, a stay signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the green arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse (see “Fuses”...
  • Page 116: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield Wipers WIPER: To control the wipers, turn the band on the multifuction lever. MIST Turn the band away from you and then release it for a single wipe cycle. For more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer. LO or HI: Turn the band toward you to either LO (low speed) or to HI (high speed), depending on the wiper speed you want.
  • Page 117: Windshield Washer

    Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers. A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent overload. Windshield Washer When the washer fluid will be displayed in the Driver Information Center. CAUTION: Driving without washer splash can block your vision, You could hit...
  • Page 118: Cruise Control

    NOTICE: M e n using concentrated washer fluid, manufacturer’s fnstcuctions for adding water. mix water Don’t cause the solution to freeze and tank and other parts of the washer doesn’t clean Fill your washer fluid tank This allows for expansion, is completely full.
  • Page 119: To Set Cruise Control

    CAUTION Cruise Control can be dangerous where at a steady speed. So, donV use winding roads or in heavy traRic. Cruise Control roads, fast changes in tire traction can spinning, and you Control on slippery To Set Cruise Control Cruise Controt on your a n be dangerous on slippery roads,...
  • Page 120 Get up to the speed you want. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your Cruise Control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the Cruise Control. But you need to reset Once you’re going don’t...
  • Page 121 You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there. CAUTION: L! & If you hold the switch at ‘‘R./A” longer than wilt keep vehicle p i n g apply the brake, You coulid be startled and even lose control. unless you want To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed.
  • Page 122: Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control

    Liter (Northstar) The accelerate feature will only work after Control speed by pushing the “SET CRUISE” button. To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control 1. Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it.
  • Page 123 To Get Out o f Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the Cruise Control: To Erase Speed Memory When you turn off the Cruise Control or the ignition, your Cruise Control set speed memory is erased. Step lightly on the brake pedal;...
  • Page 124: Courtesy Lights

    LIGHTS You’ll find the control on the left side of the instrument panel. It controls these light systems: Headlights Taillights Parking Lights Underhood Light Instrument Panel Lights License Plate Lights Interior Courtesy Lights Fog Lights Rear Fog Lights (Export Only) ALL LIGHTS EXCEPT HEADLIGHTS...
  • Page 125: Twilight Sentinel

    Twilight Sentinel The control is next to the headlight switch. It switches your lights on and off by sensing how dark it is outside. To operate it, leave the light switch off and move the control to any position but off. MAX, your lights will remain on for If you move the control all the way to...
  • Page 126: Light Sensor

    Light Sensor Interior Lights Turn the headlight switch past HI to turn on the interior lights. Fog Lights (STS) Use your fog lights for better vision in foggy o r misty conditions. When you press the upper fog light switch, a small indicator light will glow to tell you the fog lights are on.
  • Page 127: Cornering Lights

    you switch on your high beam headlights, your They’ll turn back on again when you When the twilight sentinel automatically. Your fog and parking lights will remain on. Rear Fog Lights (Export Only) Cornering Lights The cornering lights come on when you signal a turn when the headlights or parking lights are on.
  • Page 128: Reading Lights

    The low beam headlights will come on at reduced brightness in daylight when: The ignition is on The headlight switch is off, and The transaxle At dusk, if the Twilight Sentinel feature is turned on, the exterior lights will come on automatically and the low beams will change to full brightness.
  • Page 129 MIRRORS Inside DaylNight Rearview Mirror To reduce glare from lights behind you, move the lever like this: Automatic Inside Rearview Mirror During the daylight it's like the standard mirror. But at night the system goes to work. During the day the mirror reflects all the light from behind your car. At night, when the glare is too high, it darkens to reflect only part of the light behind you.
  • Page 130 Settings Your automatic rearview mirror has different positions for sensitivity. At the "MAX" setting, bright headlights far away will cause the mirror to gradually darken. This is a good setting for rural driving. At the "MIN' setting, bright headlights have to be rather close for the mirror to darken.
  • Page 131 Cleaning Photocells Use a cotton swab'and glass cleaner to clean the front and rear photocells that make the mirror work. Front Seat Vanity Mirrors To use one, turn the sunshade down. Then lift the cover up to see the mirror. The switch makes the light brighter.
  • Page 132: Power Remote Control Mirrors

    Power Remote Control Mirrors The control on the driver’s door armrest operates both outside rearview mirrors. Move the center switch to the left to select the driver side mirror, or to the right to select the passenger side mirror. Then press the control pad to adjust each mirror so that you can just see the side of your vehicle.
  • Page 133: Astroroof - Express Open

    CAUTION: If you aren’t used to vchicie. A convex mirror look farther away than they really are, if you cut tou sharply into the right lane, you cuuld hit your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes, BREAK-AWAY OUTSIDE MIRROR (EXPORT) The mirrors will collapse in either the forward or rearward direction, and then return to the normal position.
  • Page 134 To Open: Press the switch rearward to open the glass panel and sunshade. The sunshade can also be opened by hand. If you want to stop the roof in a partially open position, press the switch in either diredtion to stop it. Press the switch again To Close: Press and hold the switch forward to close the glass panel.
  • Page 135: Ashtrays And Lighters

    ASHTRAYS AND LIGHTERS To clean the ashtray, lift If you don’t have a console, and the ashtray will not come out by pulling this: Reach under the ashtray and gently push up on on the snuffer, the ashtray bowl and remove it. out by pulling on the snuffer.
  • Page 136: Rear Ashtray

    Rear Ashtray NOTICE: Cigarette Lighter It’s near the ashtray. To use the lighter just push it all the way and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself. NOTICE: Don’t hold a cigarette tighter in with your hand white it heating.
  • Page 137: Floor Mats

    GARAGE DOOR OPENER (OPTION) Your Cadillac dealer can tell you about the hand held power pack unit and the installation you’ll need at home to make this work. If your Cadillac is equipped with an Electriclears heated windshield, you’ll have to be closer to the garage door for the transmitter unit to work.
  • Page 138: The Instrument Panel: Your

    Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your 'Cadillac is running. You'll know how fast you're going, how much fuel you're using, and many of the other things you'll need to know to drive safely and economically.
  • Page 139: Speedometer And Odometer

    Eqort Cluster (4.9 Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the U.S.) or kilometers (used in Canada).
  • Page 140: Trip Odometer

    EnglishlMetric Button The same button also makes other readings (like temperature, fuel and odometer) go between English and metric. Trip Odometer If your vehicle is domestic, the trip odometer 999.9 miles (1609 km). If your vehicle is Canadian or Export, the trip odometer will return to zero after 1999.9 You can go back and forth from English...
  • Page 141: Warning Lights

    Odometer You may wonder what happens if a car has to have a new odometer installed. The new one may read the correct mileage. This is because your car’s computer has stored the mileage in memory. If it isn’t stored, then this odometer is set at zero, but a label on the driver’s door must show the old reading and when the new one was installed.
  • Page 142: Brake System Warning Light

    Brake System Warning Light Your Cadillac hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop braking, though, need both parts working well. If the warning light goes on, there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away.
  • Page 143 Cadillac needs service. Unless the regular brake system warning light is also on, you will still have brakes, but not anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, see “Brake System Warning Light”...
  • Page 144: Service Engine Soon Light

    Engine Temperature Warning Light (Export Only) HOT COOLANT CAN In “Problems on the Road,” this manual shows what to do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index. Service Engine Soon Light A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission control systems.
  • Page 145 You should take your vehicle in for service soon. Battery Charge Light (Export Only) If a light stays on, you need service, and you should take your Cadillac to the dealer at once. To save your battery until you get there, turn off all accessories.
  • Page 146 Engine Oil Light (Export Only) The light goes on when you turn your key to “Run” or “Start.” It goes off once you start your engine. That’s just a check to be sure the light works. If it doesn’t, be sure to have it fixed so it will be there to warn you if something goes wrong.
  • Page 147: Analog Cluster

    Tachometer Analog Cluster Engine Speed Limiter (Northstar) If you have the 4.6 L Northstar engine, you have an Engine Speed Limiter. This feature prevents the engine from operating at too many revolutions per minute (RPM). When your engine RPM's are critically high the fuel supply to the engine is shut off.
  • Page 148 Fuel Gage Your fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your tank. It works only when the ignition is Digital Gage If the fuel level is within approximately one gallon (3.9 liters) of being full the letter “F” is shown. If the fuel level is between 1 and 2 gallons (3.9 and 7.6 liters) from being empty the letter “E”...
  • Page 149 Fuel Data Panel Your Fuel Data Panel teUs you all you want to know about your fuel economy and how far you travel with the fuel remaining. Here’s how it works. DATA: Push this button to toggle between miles per gallon) or the “AVG MPG” (average mile per gallon) displays. You can also display it in metric units by pressing the “ENG MET”...
  • Page 150: Driver Information Center

    Driver Information Center Your Driver Information Center (DIC) display gives you the status many of your vehicle systems. The DIC is used to display driver selectable information and warninustatus messages. If more than one problem is detected, messages will automatically appear in priority succession with the higher priority messages displayed first.
  • Page 151: Display On/Off

    BATTERY NO CHARGE This message will appear if your battery is not being charged. Have your electrical system checked by your Cadillac dealership at your earliest convenience. English. or Defrost to start the compressor. If this...
  • Page 152: Check Brake Fluid

    This message is displayed to inform the driver that the brake reservoir fluid level is low. Check the brake reservoir level and add as needed. Have the brake system serviced by a Cadillac technician as soon as the brake warning light is possible.
  • Page 153 CHECK FUEL GAGE This message will appear when your fuel supply is less than 4 gallons and your display is turned off. CHECK OIL LEVEL (Northstar Only) This message will appear when your engine oil is approximately a quart low. If this message is displayed, check the oil and add as needed. CHANGE OIL SOON This message will appear when your engine oil is less than 10 percent or the mileage since the last oil change is more than 6750 miles.
  • Page 154 SERVICE REFER TO This message appears if you have a problem Module (ECM). T o correct this problem have your Cadillac dealership. SERVICE A/C SOON COMPRESSOR OFF SYSTEM REMOVE ) senses that an improper ignition key is being replaced.
  • Page 155 If this message appears, there is a problem with your Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (Air Bag) system. Let only a qualified technician work on your vehicle. See your Cadillac dealer for service at once. THEFT SYSTEM PROBLEWCAR This message means there is atroblem in the Personalized Automotive...
  • Page 156: Speed Sensitive Steering (Sss)

    TRACTION DISABLED If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Control, this message displayed if a problem is noted in the Traction Control System. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. TRANS RESET FLUID With the engine not running and the ignition ON, press OFF and REAR DEFOG buttons until message appears the Information...
  • Page 157: Oil Life Indicator

    Information Center. If this message should appear, have your vehicle serviced at your Cadillac dealer at your earliest convenience. Oil Life Indicator Your Cadillac has a Driver Information Center with an Oil Change Indicator feature. This tells you when you need to change your engine oil. upon It's based the engine oil temperatures and your driving patterns.
  • Page 158 You’ll see how much oil life you have left, as a percentage. “95 OIL LIFE INDEX,” for example, that means that the way you’re driving your car, of your current oil life is still left. The “OIL LIFE INDEX’ may say to change the oil sooner than your maintenance schedule.
  • Page 159: Speed Sensitive Suspension

    “SERVICE RIDE CONTROC‘ will be displayed until the problem is corrected. If this message should appear, have your vehicle serviced at your Cadillac dealer at your earliest convenience. Electronic Level Control This keeps your car level.
  • Page 160: Comfort Controls And Audio Systems

    COMFORT CONTROLS AND AUDIO SYSTEMS In this section you'll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio systems offered with your Cadillac. Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle. YOUR CADILLLACAIR SYSTEM Outside The outside air always flows through your Cadillac when it is moving.
  • Page 161: Electronic Climate Control (Ecc)

    Electronic Climate Control (ECC) Your vehicle has strategicaly placed electronic sensors, that feed information to the vehicle’s computer systems. Your vehicle can control the ventilation, heating, and air conditioning automatically year round. The outside temperature, inside temperature setting, fan speeds, and the ECC selection are displayed on a digital screen.
  • Page 162 Temperature You can select temperatures from 65OF (18OC) to 85°F (69OC). And, at each end, you may choose 60" F (16OC), for maximum cooling, and (33OC), for maximum heating.We recommend when first getting familiar with your vehicle, select 75OF (24OC). You may find that your own personal comfort requires a slightly higher or lower setting.
  • Page 163 Electronic Climate Control Features Purge If your vehicle is sitting out on a hot day and you have it set on AUTO, the air will first flow out the floor air ducts for a few seconds. That is normal. This is to expel hot air in the air ducts. As the air is cooled, the flow will move through the Cold Weather Purge On cold days when your system is first turned on, at any setting other...
  • Page 164 Fan Speeds Push the (symbol) button until “AUTO” is displayed on the screen. At this setting, the fan speed is controlled automatically. If cold outside, the blower may not run in the maximum high fan speed. That is normal. If you want the blower fan to run only at a fixed high speed, push the (upper) button until you see “HI”...
  • Page 165 WAR DEFOGGER Push this button to turn on the rear defogger. With it, your rear window and both outside rearview mirrors are heated. The system will automatically shut off after 10 minutes. If further defrosting is desired, simply push the button again. Ekctronic Solar Sensor The Electronic Solar Sensor is part o f the Electronic Climate Control System.
  • Page 166: Rear Seat Air Outlet

    Here’s how to use your heated windshield in cold weather to remove ice or frost quickly: 1. If any snow is piled up on the windshield, brush it away. your Start Cadillac and leave it 3. Push the switch. in P (“Park”). light will come on to tell you it is working.
  • Page 167: Sound Systems

    Try not to use other electrical equipment while the system is working. The system will go off after a four minute heating cycle. If you shift out of “P7’ (Park), the system will only cycle for two minutes. If you want it to cycle again, push the switch.
  • Page 168 This means your radio can produce quality stereo. reduces noise without reducing the high frequencies you A M A X @ need for the best sound. In addition to improved sound quality, AMAX@ includes more station on the AM band. You don't have to do anything in your radio because A M A X @ Stereo...
  • Page 169: How To Operate Your Sound System

    How To Operate Your Sound System Your Cadillac will have one of these Delco Radio Systems. TUNE...
  • Page 170 *%... ,..F"..,?,.._l ...r+,...m ": - ....... . . +-*, Please read the following radio system.
  • Page 171 It lets you see what station you nave. (When the radio is knob to display the station). It tells you the time. (When the ignition is off, push the upper knob to display the time.) Push the knob to change direction of tape play. Behind the upper knob the left and right speakers.
  • Page 172: Push Buttons

    Push Buttons can set the push buttons to get up to ten favorite stations (Five on FM). and five more Choose either Tune the station. Push the SET button. Within 5 seconds, push one of the five push buttons. Repeat these steps for each of the five push buttons. BASS The slide control increases or decreases the bass response tone.
  • Page 173 P l a y A Cassette Tape Turn the radio on. Insert the cassette through the tape door. (The “TAPE” indicator in the display will light.) If you hear nothing or hear just a garbled sound, the cassette may not be in squarely.
  • Page 174: The Delco Bose Gold Series Music System

    NEXT Push the NEXT button up to jump quickly to the next selection. If the selection is at the end of the tape, the tape will reverse directions and begin playing at a normal speed. PREY Push the PREV button up to quickly go to the beginning of the last selection.
  • Page 175 To Play the Disc Player Before you begin, please note: don’t use the mini-discs that are called (even with an adapter). They won’t “singles” discs only. Turn the radio on. Insert a disc (label side up) partway into the slot. The player will pull it in.
  • Page 176: Setting The Clock

    Prev (Previous) Push this button to go a favorite track. Next Push this button to advance to the STiPL (StopfPlay) Press this button and the disc or tape will stop without ejecting it and the radio will start to play. Press it again and the disc or tape will start to play again.
  • Page 177: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player

    Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes, or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight, and extreme heat. If they aren't, they may not operate properly or cause failure of the tape player.
  • Page 178: Power Antenna Mast Care

    Power Antenna Mast Care Your power antenna will look its best and work well if it’s cleaned from time to time. Clean the Antenna Mast: 1. lbrn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna to full mast extension. 2.
  • Page 179: Your Driving And The Road

    YOUR DRIVING AND THE ROAD Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. RORD SIGNS The road signs you see everywhere are coded by color, shape and symbols.
  • Page 180 Color of Road Signs WRONG NO PASSING RAILROAD ZONE ADVANCE CROSSING NARROW BRIDGE YELLOW indicates a general warning. Slow down and be careful when you see a yellow sign. It may signal a railroad crossing ahead, a no passing...
  • Page 181 zone, or some other potentially dangerous situation. Likewise, a yellow solid line painted on the road means “Don’t Cross.’’ SHOULDER ORANGE indicates road construction or maintenance. You’ll want to slow down when you see an orange sign, as part of the road may off or torn up.
  • Page 182 HOSPITAL INFORMATION BLUE signs with white letters show motorists’ services. ‘ CANOEING SWIMMING BROWN signs point out recreation areas or points of historic or cultural interest. Shape o f Road Signs The shape of the sign will tell you something, too.
  • Page 183 STOP OCTAGONAL (eight-sided) sign means STOP. white letters. A DIAMOND-shaped sign is a warning of something ahead example, a curve, steep hill, soft shoulder, or a narrow bridge. A TRIANGLE, pointed downward, indicates YIELD. It assigns the right-of-way traffic on certain approaches always red with an intersection.
  • Page 184 A TRIANGULAR sign also is used on two-lane roads to indicate a NO PASSING ZONE. This sign will be on the left side of the roadway. ONLY RIGHT TURN LEFT OR KEEP ONLY THROUGH RIGHT RECTANGULAR (square or oblong) signs show speed limits, parking regulations, give directions, and such information as distances to cities.
  • Page 185 Symbols on Road Signs There are many international road signs in use today. The basic message of many of these signs is in pictures or graphic symbols. A picture within a circle with a diagonal line across it shows not to what...
  • Page 186 TRAFFIC LZGHTS We’re all familiar with traffic lights or stop lights, Often green arrows are being used in the lights for improved traffic control. On some multilane roads, green arrows light up, indicating that traffic in one or more lanes can move or make a turn.
  • Page 187: Your Own Signals

    Many city roads and expressways, and even bridges, use reversible-lane traffic control during rush hours. A red X light above a lane means no driving in that lane at that time. that lane. Look for the signs posted to warn drivers what hours and days these systems are in effect.
  • Page 188 D E F E N S m D m N G The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your Cadillac: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.”...
  • Page 189 information about defensive driving. The most Here’s a final bit dangerous time for driving in the fact, GM Research studies show that the most and the least dangerous times driving, every week, fall on the same day. That day is Sunday. The most dangerous time is Sunday from 3 a.m.
  • Page 190 According to the American Medical Association, a 180-pound (82 kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4-ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces or vodka.
  • Page 191 -------la BODY WEIGHT IN POUNDS The law in most US. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In Canada the limit is 0.08 percent, and in some other countries it’s lower than that. The BAC will be over 0.10 percent after three to six drinks (in one hour).
  • Page 192 person with a higher BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision. There’s something else about drinking and driving that many people don’t know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries worse. That’s especially true for brain, spinal cord and heart injuries.
  • Page 193 Sometimes, as when you're driving on snow or ice, it's easy those control systems than the tires and road can provide. That means you can lose control of your vehicle. Braking action involves perceDtion time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push time.
  • Page 194 between hard stops. Your lot of heavy braking. Don’t “ride” the brakes by letting your left foot rest lightly on the brake pedal while driving. CAUTION: “Riding” your brakes can cause them to overheat to the point that they won’t work well. You might not be able vehicle in time to avoid they will get hot they will require...
  • Page 195: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)

    But you will use it when you brake. Once the power assist is used up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Cadillac has an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent skidding. Once the vehicle speed reaches about 5 mph (8...
  • Page 196 Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing separately works the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels. The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could.
  • Page 197: Disc Brake Wear Indicators

    Disc Brake Wear Indicators Your Cadillac has four-wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed.
  • Page 198 Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel.
  • Page 199: Steering In Emergencies

    A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned happen on curves. Here’s why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the front wheels.
  • Page 200 That’s the time for evasive action Your Cadillac can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision. Then steer around the problem, to the left or right depending on the space available.
  • Page 201 If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement. You can turn the steering wheel up to contacts the pavement edge.
  • Page 202 lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds. A miscalculation, an error in judgment, or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents head-on collision. So here are some tips for passing: “Drive ahead.”...
  • Page 203: Loss Of Control

    “overdriving” those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your Cadillac’s three control systems. In the braking skid your wheels aren’t rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force.
  • Page 204 Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material on the road. For safety, you’ll want your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited.
  • Page 205: Night Vision

    Don’t drink and drive. (See “Drunken Driving” in the Index on this problem.) Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlights you. behind Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
  • Page 206: High Beams

    are past the bright lights, give your eyes time to readjust before Once resuming speed. High Beams If the vehicle approaching you has its high beams on, signal by flicking yours to high and then back to low beam. This is the usual signal to lower the headlight beams.
  • Page 207 D m N G IN THE RAIN Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a w et road stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
  • Page 208 Driving too fast throl Igh large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them.
  • Page 209: Some Other Rainy Weather Tips

    to pass or if you get hit by a gust of wind. You could suddenly find yourself out of control. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road.
  • Page 210: Driving In Fog, Mistand Haze

    DRIVING IN FOG, MISTAND HAZE Fog can occur with high humidity or heavy frost. It can be so mild that you can see through it for several hundred feet (meters). so thick that you can see only a few feet (meters) ahead. It may come suddenly to an otherwise clear road.
  • Page 211 Start your windshield wipers and washer, to help clear accumulated road dirt. Slow down carefully. Tips on Driving in Fog If you get caught in fog, turn your headlights on low beam, even in daytime. You’ll see and be seen vehicle has them.
  • Page 212 CIZYDRlWNG One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety Know the best way to get to where you are going.
  • Page 213 Obey all posted speed limits. But remember that they are for ideal road, weather and visibility conditions. You may need to drive below the posted limit in bad weather or when visibility Pull to the right (with care) and stop clear of intersections when you see or hear emergency vehicles.
  • Page 214 along, and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary. smoothly the traffic flow. with Driving on the Freeway Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it’s slower. Stay pass.
  • Page 215 If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Cadillac dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it.
  • Page 216: On The Road

    Lights: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure? Weather Forecasts: What’s the weather outlook along your route? Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system? Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps?
  • Page 217 Then here are some tips: Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and your rearview mirrors frequently and your instruments from time time. This can help you avoid a fixed stare. Wear good sunglasses in bright light.
  • Page 218 you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads.
  • Page 219: Parking On Hills

    It takes longer to pass another vehicle when you're going uphill. You'll want to leave extra room to pass. If a vehicle is passing you and doesn't have enough room, slow down to make it easier for the other vehicle to get by. As you go over the top of a hill, be alert.
  • Page 220 Another part of this manual tells how to "Parking Brake" in the Index). But on a mountain or steep hill, you can do one more thing. from rolling downhill or out into traffic. Here's how: Parking Downhill Parking Uphill your parking brake (see can turn your front wheels to keep your vehicle Turn your wheels to the right.
  • Page 221 If there is no,curb when you’re parking uphill on the left side of a one-way street, your wheels should be turned to the left. Torque Lock (Automatic Transaxle) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into “P” (Park) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle.
  • Page 222 ‘WINTER D m N G Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your Cadillac in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct. Snow tires can help in loose snow, but they may give you less traction on ice than regular tires.
  • Page 223: Driving On Snow Or Ice

    Include an scraper, washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth, and a couple you will be driving under severe conditions, include piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle.
  • Page 224 ---- What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get “wet ice” when it’s about freezing (32°F;...
  • Page 225 You're Caught in If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers.
  • Page 226 CAUTION: (Continued) Open window just a little on the side of the vehicle that's away from the wind. This will help keep CO out. Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly.
  • Page 227: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer

    TOWNG A TRAlrLER CAUTION: If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well You and your passengers could be seriously injured. Pull all.
  • Page 228 You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at Cadillac. In Canada, write to General Motors of Canada Limited, Customer Assistance Center, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7.
  • Page 229 The trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10% of the total loaded trailer weight (B). After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see aren’t, you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer.
  • Page 230: Safety Chains

    Safety Chains should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for attaching safety chains. leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig.
  • Page 231: Following Distance

    Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal longer, you’ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane.
  • Page 232: Driving On Grades

    Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have to use your brakes much that they would get hot and On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph (70 km/h) or less to reduce the possibility...
  • Page 233: Maintenance When Trailer Towing

    Maintenance when Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this. Things especially important (don’t overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system, and brake of these is covered in this manual, and the Index will adjustment.
  • Page 234: Problems On The Road

    PROBLEMS ON THE ROAD Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.
  • Page 235 lyAZARD WARNING Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on and off. .,., FLASHERS Press the button in to make your front and rear turn signal lights flash on and off.
  • Page 236 Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn't in. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won't work. OTHER W N I N G DE'VICES If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle.
  • Page 237: Jump Starting

    JUMP STARTING If your battery has run down, some jumper cables to start your Cadillac. But please follow the steps below to do it safely. CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you.
  • Page 238 You wouldn’t be able to start your Cadillac, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. CAUTION: You could be injured if the vehicles roll. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle.
  • Page 239 4.9 Liter < . d 4.6 Liter (Northstar)
  • Page 240 CAUTION: (Continued) Be sure the batteries have enough water. You don’t need to water to the Delco Freedoms bittery installed vehicle. But a battery has filler caps, be sure the right amount of fluid is there. If it is low, add water to take care of that first. If you don’t, explosive gas could be present.
  • Page 241 7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. 8. Don't let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+ ) terminal of the good battery. 9. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good battery's negative (-) terminal.
  • Page 242 heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery. Attach the cable at least 18 inches battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less.
  • Page 243 Take care that they don’t touch each other or any other metal. TOWNG YOUR WHICLE Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Cadillac. The usual towing equipment is a sling-type, or a wheel-lift, or car carrier truck.
  • Page 244 If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may not be correct. Before you do anything, turn on the hazard warning flashers. you call, When tell the towing...
  • Page 245 CAUTION: injury help avoid Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted tow truck.
  • Page 246 Don’t have your vehicle towed on the front wheels, unless the vehicle must be towed on the front wheels, don’t km/h) mph (88 or farther than be damaged. If these limits must be exceeded, then the front wheels have to be supported on a dolly. CAUTION: A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn’t properly secured.
  • Page 247: If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine

    ENGINE OVEIWYEATING You will find the warning light about a hot engine on your Cadillac instrument panel (Export Only). The driver information will display either “ENGINE COOLANT HOT IDLE ENGINE” or “STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATING.” I f Steam Is Coming From Your Engine:...
  • Page 248: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine

    IfNo Steam Is Coming From Your Engine: If you get the overheat warning but may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high speed driving. Idle for long periods in traffic.
  • Page 249 COOLING SYSTEM When you decide it's safe to lift the hood, here's what you'll see: Coolant recovery tank Radiator pressure cap Electric engine fans CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up even engine is not running and can injure you, and tools away from any underhood electric fan, the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don't do anything else until...
  • Page 250 The coolant should be level may have a the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump leak in or somewhere else in the cooling system. CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine could lose all coolant.
  • Page 251 Add Coolant If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at or above COLD,” “FULL add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank. (See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mix.) CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can...
  • Page 252 CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above “FULL COLD,”...
  • Page 253 CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot.
  • Page 254: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator

    How to Add Coolant to the Radiator ' , ' > (Don't press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left. _ . I I 1.
  • Page 255 -... 3. Fill the radiator with the proper m i x , up to the base of the filler neck. Then fill the coolant recovery tank COLD.” “FULL...
  • Page 256 7. By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator...
  • Page 257: Cooling System

    COOLING SYSTEM= (NORTHSTAR) When you decide it's safe to lift the hood, here's what you'll see: Coolant surge tank with pressure cap Electric engine fans 8. Replace the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this. LITER...
  • Page 258 CAUTION electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don’t else until it cools down. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, hot.
  • Page 259: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank

    If there seems to be no leak, check to see if the electric engine fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running. aren’t, your vehicle needs service. How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at or above COLD,”...
  • Page 260 CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. Should a low coolant condition exist, an overheat protection “Limp Home” feature of the 4.6 L Northstar allows alternate firing groups of four cylinders for a predetermined number of cycles to prevent engine damage, enabling your vehicle to be driven to the nearest service center.
  • Page 261 (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that pressure left. the coolant tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
  • Page 262 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mix, up to the base of the filler neck.
  • Page 263: If A Tire Goes Flat

    5. Start the engine and as the engine runs the coolant will circulate through the cooling system. Any air that was introduced while adding coolant will purge itself and rise to the top of the surge tank. If the “ENGINE COOLANT LOW” message does not appear on the Driver Information Center, coolant is at the proper fill level.
  • Page 264: Changing A Flat Tire

    If your tire goes flat, the next section shows how to use your jacking equipment to change CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury.
  • Page 265 The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk under the spare tire cover. Rotate the plastic wing nut and remove that cover to access the spare tire. Then remove the wing nut that secures the jack and wrench and...
  • Page 266 Attach the wheel wrench to the jack bolt and rotate it clockwise (to the right). That will raise the lift head a little. There is a center wheel cover on your aluminum wheel. Use the flat end of the wheel wrench, prying along the edge cover until it comes off.
  • Page 267 Using the wheel wrench, loosen all wheel nuts. Don't remove them yet. Position the jack under the vehicle. Your vehicle has notch on the frame near each of the wheels. Fit the lift head into the notch nearest the wheel with the flat tire.
  • Page 268 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. NOTICE: Raising your vehicle damage the vehicle...
  • Page 269 CAUTION: Rust w h d , o r dirt can mahe the uhed nuts cuuld conw c ~ u s e a n o l l un) rust dirt remote the vehicle. In a n emergency, you can use a cloth or a attaches paper towel to do this;...
  • Page 270 Remove any rust or dirt wheel. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident.
  • Page 271 CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get the right kind. Stop somewhere as soon torque wrench to with...
  • Page 272: Compact Spare Tire

    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. COMPACT SPARE TIRE Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.
  • Page 273 Don’t use your compact spare on some other vehicle. your compact spare or wheel with other wheels or tires. And don’t They won’t fit. Keep your spare and its wheel together. CAUTION jack, a tire, or oth’er equipment in the pagsenger Storing compartment of the vehicle could cause iqjury.
  • Page 274: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow

    IF YOU’RE STUCK: IN SNOW What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, must use caution. but you CAUTION If you let your tires spin at or others could be injured.
  • Page 275: Service And Appearance Care

    SERWCE Your Cadillac dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people.
  • Page 276 CAUTION: be injured if you without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, and the proper replacement parts and tools before vehicle maintenance task. Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “English” and “metric” fasteners can be easily confused. If the wrong fasteners, parts can later break or You could be hurt.
  • Page 277 What about gasoline with blending materials that contain oxygen, such as MTBE or alcohol? MTBE is “methyl tertiary-butyl ether.” Fuel that MTBE is fine for your car. Ethanol is ethyl or grain alcohol. Properly-blended fuel that is no more than 10% ethanol is fine for your car. Methanol is methyl or wood alcohol.
  • Page 278: Filling Your Tank

    FUELS IN FOREIGN COUNTMES If you plan on driving in another country outside the U.S. or Canada, unleaded fuel may be hard to find. Do not use leaded gasoline. If you use even one tankful, your emission controls won't work well or at all. With continuous use, spark plugs can get fouled, the exhaust system can $8.
  • Page 279 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 materials away from The cap is behind a hinged door on ’...
  • Page 280 ’ : To take off the cap, turn CAUTION: If you get gasoline could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any “hiss”...
  • Page 281 CHECKING THINGS UNDER THE HOOD HOOD RELEASE To open the hood, first pull the lever inside the vehicle located at the lower left side of the instrument panel.
  • Page 282: Fluid Usage Label

    CAUTION: electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. CAUTION: Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly. Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly.
  • Page 283: Engine Oil

    ENGINE OIL you get fuel. In order It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time oil must be warm and the vehicle must be to get an accurate reading, the on level ground. 4.9 Liter 4.6 Liter (Northstar) off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the Turn oil pan.
  • Page 284 4.6 Liter (Northstar) To Check Engine Oil: Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip lower.
  • Page 285 Add Oil: If the oil is at or below the When to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications” the Index. 4.9 Liter 4.6 Liter (Northstar) ADD line, then you’ll need...
  • Page 286 4.9 Liter 4.6 Liter (Northstar) remove, turn the oil fill cap counterclockwise.
  • Page 287 Just fill it enough to put the level somewhere range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when you’re through. What Kind of Oil Use: Look for three things: “SG” must be on the oil container, either by itself or combined with other quality designations, such as “SG/CC,,”...
  • Page 288 1 $&, x , - .?.: , : , ..,.. ' . . >. x-:. FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. WEAntER S A E 1OW-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, S A E 1OW-30 is best for your vehicle.
  • Page 289 GM Goodwrench@ oil (in Canada, GM Engine Oil) meets all the requirements for your vehicle. Engine Oil Additives: Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Cadillac dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. When to Change Engine Oil: Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil life index (EOLI) feature as part of the Driver Information Center display (DIC).
  • Page 290 How To Reset the Oil Life Indicator: After the oil has been changed, display the ‘OIL LIFE INDEX’ message by pressing the ‘INFORMATION’ button. Then press and hold button until the display shows ‘100’. This will reset the oil life index. The message will remain OFF until the next oil change is needed.
  • Page 291: Air Cleaner

    AIR CLEANER T o gain access to the air cleaner element, loosen the four screws and the top half of the air cleaner assembly. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. 4.9 Liter 4.6 Liter (Northstar) lift...
  • Page 292 How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at a Cadillac dealership Service If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick.
  • Page 293 Wait at least 30 minutes &ore checking the transaxle fluid level have been driving: When outside temperatures are above 90’F (32’ C). At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic especially in hot weather. While pulling a trailer. To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180°F to 200°F (82OC to 93’C).
  • Page 294 Then. without shutting 1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe all the way, wait three seconds and then pull 2. Push it back i n again. the engine. follow these with a clean rag or paper towel. steps: Liter (Northstar) 4.6 Liter Tbrn counterclockwise...
  • Page 295 ...,._ _ , I f$<&< 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the cross-hatched area. If the fluid level is where it should be, push way. Add Fluid: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use.
  • Page 296: Engine Coolant

    The following explains your cooling system and how it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see “Engine Overheating” in the Index. The proper coo’ It for your Cadillac will: Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37’C) Give boiling protection up to 262 Protect against rust and corrosion.
  • Page 297: Adding Coolant

    CAUTION Adding only plain dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix. With plain water or the wrong mix, your engine could get too hot wouldn’t get the overheat warning.
  • Page 298 When your engine is warm and the “ENGINE COOLANT LOW” message does not appear on the Driver Information Center, coolant the proper fill level. Coolant 4.9L If you need more coolant, add the proper the coolant recoverv tank. CAUTION flrrning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow bum you badly.
  • Page 299 CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn parts are hot enough. Don’t To Add Coolant 4 . 6 L (Northstar): If you need more coolant, add the proper at the coolant surPe tank.
  • Page 300: Power Steering Fluid

    M U T O R OR SURGE TANK PRESSURE When you replace your radiator or surge tank pressure cap, an AC@ cap is recommended. THERMOSTAT Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the f l o w of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature.
  • Page 301 How To Check Power Steering Fluid: Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. 4.6 Liter (Northstar) When the engine compartment is hot, the level...
  • Page 302 What Add: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. NOTICE: When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid change, always fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and WNDSHIELD WASHER FLUID To Add: Open the cap labeled “WASHER FLUID ONLY.”...
  • Page 303: Headlight Washer Fluid

    HEADLIGHT WASHER FLUID (EXPORT ONLY) To Add: Open the cap labeled “WASHER FLUID ONLY.” Add windshield washer fluid until the bottle is full.
  • Page 304 NOTICE: When using eoncentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer inStructfons for adding water. Don't mix water with ready to solution cause tank and other parts of doesn't clean as well Fill your washer This allows for completely full. Don't use radiator antifreeze in can damage your W M S T E R CYZINDER Your brake master cylinder is here.
  • Page 305 There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylinder might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When put in, the fluid level goes back up. The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system.
  • Page 306 To Check Brake Fluid: 4.9 Liter Remove the cap. To Check Brake Fluid: 4.6 Liter (Northstar) The fluid level must FILE line at the base of the neck ' C M A X shown.
  • Page 307: What To Add

    Vehicles we design and test have top-quality GM brake parts in them, as your Cadillac does when it is new. When you replace parts of your braking system down and you have to have new ones put in genuine GM replacement parts.
  • Page 308: Vehicle Storage

    ‘vehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, take off the black, negative cable from the battery. This from running down. CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and You can be badly hurt if you aren’t careful. See “Jump Starting” in the Index for tips on working around getting hurt.
  • Page 309: Halogen Bulbs

    LAMP HOUSINGS Your Cadillac’s lamp housings are designed with small vents so moisture will be removed when the lights are on, or after driving for a short time. HEmLIGHT BULB REMOVL The following procedure tells you how to remove bulb.
  • Page 310 DOMESTIC Turn the headlight housing socket counterclockwise to unlock socket from lamphousing. EXPORT Remove the rubber plug cover and remove plug. DOMESTIC housing Remove headlight socket. EXPORT Remove both retaining lock clips securing assembly bulb headlamp housing.
  • Page 311 Remove the wiring harness from the headlight housing DOMESTIC socket EXPORT Remove the headlight bulb and socket from the headlamp assembly. Replace the bulb and socket and connect the wiring DOMESTIC harness. Reinstall the headlight housing socket into the headlamp assembly.
  • Page 312 TMLLIGHT BULB REPUCEMENT Taillight bulb replacement is the same for either 1. Open the trunk to gain access to the taillight housing. 2. Remove the plastic trim retainer screws and pull back the trim material. 3. Remove the four wing nuts. Gently remove the taillight housing.
  • Page 313 Press the bulb housing lever, rotate the housing counterclockwise and remove it. Push and rotate the bulb counterclockwise to remove bulb. Once you have replaced the burned out bulb, just reverse the steps to reassemble the taillight. WIPER BLADE REPUCEMENT Position the windshield wipers position.
  • Page 314 Do the same with the passenger side wiper blade assembly. If you only want to replace the wiper inserts follow these steps: Disconnect the wiper insert by bending the end of the insert gently using plyers. Then pull it f r o m the blade housing retaining tab. 2.
  • Page 315: Air Cleaner Filter Replacement

    3. Reinstall the new insert by aligning the blade housing tabs and the edge of the insert. Make sure that the insert connected to all the housing tabs. 4. Install the wiper blade assembly to the wiper arm. AIR CLEANER FILTER REPLACEMENT (4.6 LITER NORTHSTAR) Remove the crankcase vent tube from top of...
  • Page 316 Loosen clamp at the throttle body and disconnect air duct from the throttle body.
  • Page 317 Push the two tabs and pivot the top half to separate the air cleaner. Once you nave replaced the air cleaner filter, reverse the steps to reassemble and install back into your vehicle.
  • Page 318 LOplDING YOUR KEHICLE ‘ m TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS FRT. CTR. MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT TIRE SIZE FRT. SPA. IF TtRES ARE HOT. ADD 4PS1/28KPa OWNER’S MANUAL INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. The Tire-Loading Information label found on the driver’s ddor tells you size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the proper...
  • Page 319 MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI- CABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, TION STANDARDS IN DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver's door.
  • Page 320 We don’t make tires. Your new vehicle comes with by a leading tire manufacturer. These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new Cadillac. If your spare tire is a different brand than your road tires, tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers.
  • Page 321: Tire Pressure

    CAUTION Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much fkiction. You could have an air-out and a serious accident. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires.
  • Page 322 When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. The Seville tire pressures are: 28 psi (200 kPa) Front Rear 26 psi (179 kPa) Seville recommended tire size is: XGT4 IIburing Design Blackwall (P225/6OR16) The STS tire pressures are: Front 29 psi (200 kPa) Rear...
  • Page 323: Tire Inspection And Rotation

    STS recommended tire size is: GA Performance Blackwall (P225/60ZR 16) Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. Simply looking at the tires especially if you have radial tires if they’re underinflated.
  • Page 324 CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
  • Page 325: Buying New Tires

    Buying New Tires find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall.
  • Page 326 Deadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
  • Page 327: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance

    If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel them only with new GM to have the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for your Cadillac model. CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous.
  • Page 328: Tire Chains

    Used Replacement Wheels Putting a used wheel on your vehicle know how it’s been used or how many miles it’s been driven. could fail suddenly and cause an accident. a wheel use a g e ~ Tire Chains ’ NOTICE: is dangerous.
  • Page 329 Some are dangerous if you breathe their fbmes in a closed space. When you use anything in a container to clean your Cadillac, be sure to follow the instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside.
  • Page 330: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Cadillac

    CADILLAC Use a vacuum cleaner often to with a clean, damp cloth. Your Cadillac dealer has two GM cleaners -- a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.
  • Page 331 USING F0AM;TYPE CLEANER ON F D M C Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. Always clean whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label.
  • Page 332 stain, “feathering” toward the center. Keep changing section of the cloth. When you clean a stain from fabric, immediately dry the area with an air hose, hair dryer, or heat lamp to help prevent a cleaning ring. (See the previous NOTICE.) SPECIAL CLEANING PROBLEMS Greasy or Oily Stains: Like grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils,...
  • Page 333: Care Of Safety Belts

    CLENVING WNIZ OR LEATHER Just use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do it more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly.
  • Page 334: Cleaning The Outside Of The Windshield And Wiper Blades

    GLASS Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films. Don’t use abrasive cleaners Avoid placing decals scraped off later. If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside window, an electric defogger element may be damaged.
  • Page 335: Washing Your Vehicle

    High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Cadillac may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.)
  • Page 336: Aluminum Wheels

    ALUMINUM WHEELS Don’t use chrome polish on your Also, clean them. don’t use abrasive cleaners or cleaning brushes on them you could damage the protective coating. WEATHERSTMPS These are places where glass or metal meets rubber. Silicone grease there will make them last longer, seal better, and not squeak. Apply silicone grease with clean cloth at least every SHEET METAL DAlMAGE...
  • Page 337 Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Cadillac will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or whichever comes first.
  • Page 338 M P E R A C E CAREIMATERL4LS ClYART NUMBER 1050017 32 OZ. 10.946 Ll 1052277 0 2 . (0.354 L) 10501 72 0 2 . (0.473 1050173 (0.473 L) 10501 74 16 OZ. (0.473 L) 1050214 (0.946 L) (0.473 L) 1050244 (0.660 L) 1050427...
  • Page 339: Vehicle Identification Number

    VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER lG6KS52BXPU800001 1 G 6 KS 5 2 B X P U 8 0 0 0 0 1 G = GENERAL MOTORS CADILLAC CARLINE/SERIES SEVILLE K Y = STS VIN BODY CODE BODY TYPE DOOR 5 = 69 SEDAN 4 ASSEMBLY PLANT U = HAMTRAMCK, MICH.
  • Page 340: Engine Identification

    This is the legal identifier for your Cadillac. It appears front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration.
  • Page 341: Retained Accessory Power

    Retained Accessory Power When you stop your Cadiliac and turn the key to Off, you accessories for 10 more minutes: Radio Power Windows Astroroof Windshield Wipers If you open a door, everything will go off. And, after 10 minutes everything will go off, also. If you want power for another 10 minutes, just turn the key to Run and then back to Off.
  • Page 342: Engine Compartment Fuse Block

    I - - - - Maxi Fuses/Relay Center maxi fuse and relays are located next to the engine compartment fuse block. If a maxi fuse should blow, have your vehicle serviced by your Cadillac dealer immediately. T o gain access, lift the cover.
  • Page 343 HDIP ___.__ IDENTIFICATION FUSE CENTER ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BLOCK COIL 20A 4.9L DISTRIBUTOR 4.6L IGNtTION CONTROL MODULE SIR 2OA - - - - - DIAGNOSTIC ENERGY RESERVE DERM) SIR (AIR BAG) MlNG SENSOR L F 4 PCM (IO 1.OA POWE TRAIN CONTROL MODUL PASSKeyS DECODER MODULE INJ IOA...
  • Page 344 LH MAXI@ FUSE BLOCK FUSE 1 (50 AMP) RETAINED ACCESSORY POWER (RADIOMIIPERS) STARTER TRUNK COMR FUSE AI ENGINE COME FUSES Al, A3, A5, A?, A9, All,A13 FUSE AMP) 2 (60 U.S.A./CANADA Z49lSAUDI TRUNK COMP FUSES C1, C3, C5, C7, C9, C11 ROAD SENSING SUSPENSION FUSE 2 EXPORT EXCEPT SAUDI ROAD SENSING SUSPENSION...
  • Page 345: Rear Compartment Fuse Block

    Rear Compartment Fuse Block Pull the cover off gain access.
  • Page 346 R PRK CRANK 1OA RAPIILLUMINATED ENTRY MODULE DIAGNOSTIC ENERGY RESERVE MODULE L?.FTLR IOA-. CATALYTIC CONVERTER ALARM MODULE PPORT) LEVEL ELECTROCHROMIC MIRROR THEFT DETERRENT MODULE KEYLESS ENTRY MODULE TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS RAP/ILLUMINATED ENTRY MODULE HDLP WASH 3OA EXPOR HEADLIGHTW SHEA IPC IGN ILsdUMENT PANEL CLUSTER CNSL SW 1OA REAR...
  • Page 347 Headlights The headlight wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the light switch. An electrical overload will cause the lights to go on and off, or in some cases remain off. If this happens, have your headlight wiring checked right away.
  • Page 348 License Plate Light Park and Tbrn Signal Rear Fog/Back-Up Light (Export) Side Marker Lights StopmailPurn Signal Stopmailmurn Signal (Export) Trunk Light Underhood Light Vanity Mirror Illumination N O R " , IMANTENmCE REPLACEMENT PARTS (4.9 LITER ENGINE) Air Cleaner Element Batte Fuel Filter Element Engine Oil Filter...
  • Page 349 lMAlNTENMCE REPUCEMENT PARTS (4.6 LITER NORTHSTAR) Air Cleaner Element Battery Fuel Filter Element Engine Oil Filter PCV Valve Spark Plugs Serpentine Drive Belt Surge Tank Cap Thermostat Upper Radiator Hose Lower Radiator Hose Trans Screen Rt Scavenger Trans Screen Lt Scavenger Trans Pan Screws (16) Trans Pan Gasket...
  • Page 350: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS 4.6L 32 Valve (DOHC) Northstar Engine The engine is a 4.6 liter (279 cu.in.) 90' Cam (DOHC), 32 valve, and sequential port fuel injection. This design results in a powerful, refined engine which is well suited to even the most demanding driving conditions.
  • Page 351 The Northstar engine is designed to require less maintenance than many other DOHC V-8 engines. Engine systems are designed to remind the driver when service is required. ongoing operating conditions and reminds the driver when an oil change is needed. A low coolant warning message keeps track of the level of this vital fluid.
  • Page 352: Liter Engine

    LITER ENGINE The 4.9 Liter transverse engine is an overhead valve, 90 degree V-8 design. The cylinder bore diameter and the piston stroke provide a piston displacement of liters (300 cubic inches). This engine utilizes an aluminum crankcase with a separate aluminum lifter carrier and removable cast iron cylinder liners.
  • Page 353 The cast aluminum pistons use two compression rings and one oil control ring. The pistons are tin plated to provide a non-scuffing surface when the engine is new. A steel camshaft is supported by five steel backed babbit bearings. It is driven by the crankshaft through a chain at the front of the engine.
  • Page 354 This transaxle is the first of The computer which controls the electronic shift solenoids adapts to changing environments while you drive. This provides consistent high quality shifts under all conditions. Communication between the engine and transaxle through this computer controls engine output during activation of torque management or traction control.
  • Page 355 The Hydra-matic 4T60-E 4-speed overdrive, electronic transaxle consists primarily of a five element torque converter; two planetary gear sets, various clutches, final drive assembly, differential assembly, and valve body. The torque converter houses a pump, turbine, pressure plate which is splined to the turbine, and a stator assembly, serving as a fluid coupling, it smoothly transmits power from the engine to the transaxle.
  • Page 356: Front Suspension

    Front Suspension Your fully independent front suspension is a combination strut and s p ~ design. The frame is isolated from the body with six rubber mounts. Rubber bushings are used at the lower control arm pivots. The upper end of the strut is isolated by a rubber mount which contains a bearing to allow for wheel turning.
  • Page 357 ShortlLong Arm Suspension (SLA) Your vehicle uses an independent shortfiong arm rear suspension. All the rear suspension components are mounted is attached to the body and insulators to minimize road noise. Each rear wheel is connected to the suspension support through the suspension knuckle using an upper and lower control arm and toe link.
  • Page 358: Speed Sensitive Steering

    the Seville. These systems control the damping forces absorbers and struts, in response to various road and driving conditions. The systems are capable of making these damping changes extremely fast. A computer receives inputs from vertical acceleration sensors, wheel body position sensors, vehicle speed sensor, lift and dive signals. This computer evaluates the inputs from these sensors, of each of the struts and shocks independently suspension control.
  • Page 359 The power rack and pinion steering system has a rotary spool valve which directs hydraulic fluid coming from the power steering pump to one side of the rack piston. The integral rack piston is attached to or the other side the rack.
  • Page 360 LITER ENGINE Displacement No. of Cylinders Power (Acc. to S A E 51349) Torque (ACC. to SAE 51349) Bore Stroke Compression Ratio Cyiinder Block Cylinder Block Bore Liners Cylinder Head Intake Manifold Valve System Intake Valve Exhaust Valve Pistons Firing Order Left Bank Right Bank Camsha ...
  • Page 361: Engine Lubrication System

    ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM Type of Intake Filter System ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM Surge Tank / Radiator Cap Relief Pressure Thermostat Starts To Open Water Pump Type Drive Belt Radiator Core Radiator Cooling Fans (2) FUEL SYSTEM Induction Type System Pressure Idle Speed Filter Type Fuel Pump Fuel Required...
  • Page 362: Emission Control Systems

    Refrigerant-12 (R-12) Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant used. If you’re not sure ask your Cadillac Dealership. Controlled Flow Ceramic Monolith Charcoal Canister...
  • Page 363: Fluid Capacities

    FLUID CAPACITIES Transaxle (4T6OE) Transaxle (4T80E) Engine Oil (4.9 L) With Filter Change Engine Oil (4.6 L) With Filter Change Engine Cooling System Fuel Tank Power Steering Windshield Washer Reservoir TIGHTEN TORQUE Spark Plugs (4.9 L) Spark Plugs (4.6 L) Oil Pan Drain Plug (4.9 L) Oil Pan Drain Plug (4.6 L) KEHICLE DIMENSIONS...
  • Page 364 CERTiFiED We employ technicians certified by the National Institute for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE Let us show you their credentials Catalog Number H-3026 Part Number 3532636...
  • Page 367: Your Satisfaction

    Cadillac. Cadillac offers another major step toward your continued satisfaction Cadillac Roadside Service. Roadside Service is your key to peace of mind ownership--one that covers you on the road, far from home, all day and night, and during the weekend.
  • Page 368 When Is Roadside Service Available? Cadillac owners have the peace of mind knowing that Roadside Service is available hours a day, 365 days a year, as follows: TYPE OF ASSISTANCE Phone Advisor Dealer Technician Outside Service Where Is It Available To You?
  • Page 369 Vehicle Identification Number, and a description Remember, Roadside Service is available Cadillac. Who W i Z Z Repair Your Cadillac At Roadside? In many cases, advisor at the Roadside Service Operations Center can provide instructions to get you back...
  • Page 370 (approximately minutes). If your car can’t be rep,aired requires the resources of a Cadillac dealership service facility, the advisor will arrange tow service for you. Towing may also be necessary after technician has attempted a repair, but determines that your car cannot repaired at roadside.
  • Page 371 Is There Any Membership Or Enrollment Fee? There is no membership or enrollment fee for Roadside Service-- any Cadillac is eligible under this program. Cadillac Roadside Service is not an auto club, the services and repairs While provided often go beyond those offered...
  • Page 372 Gas Delivery Service Towing *Determination of replacement tire under Warranty Coverage must be made by a Cadillac dealership or appropriate tire manufacturer. Interruption n i p incidental expenses may be reimbursed during the 12 months/12,000 mile period. Items covered are hotel, meals and rental car.
  • Page 373 &ys the vehicle. This precaution is we suggest you carry an area that is determined to be unsafe (by you, the arrange to tow your Cadillac to a safe will for your your vehicle registrationand key. This special trunk compartment.
  • Page 374 We hope you never need any of Roadside Service can promptly locate and arrange them for you wherever you travel in the United States or Canada. It’s part of how Cadillac Roadside Service is dedicated to your continued satisfaction. Glove Compartment Decal And Wallet Card...
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  • Page 377: Owner Assistance

    Canada by calling to contact Cadillac if youneed report any safety defects. (PSPs) your dealer and to Cadillac. Normally, member of Dealership Management, it 24 hours per day by calling Quebec, the French language Puerto Rico,...
  • Page 378 Step One first. CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING SPEECH IMPAIRED To assist owners who have hearing difficulties, Cadillac has installed special (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment Center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access conventional teletypewriter -800-TDD-CMCC.
  • Page 379: Zone And Central Office Addresses

    ZONE AND CENTRAL OFFICE ADDRESSES CENTRALOFFICES UNITED STATES Consumer Relations Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 2860 Clark Detroit, Michigan 48232 1-800-458-8006 (24 Hours) 1 - 8 O O - A L L ~ (Allantks only) INTERNATIONAL EXPORT SALES P.O. Oshawa,...
  • Page 380 GENERAL MOTORS OF CANADA REGIONAL OFFICES CALGARY, AB T2P 3 W 7 4220 Blackfoot Trail P.O. Box 2510 1-800-263-3777 MONTREALy QUEBEC H9R 4R2 5000 Tranlanada Hwy. Pointe Claire, Quebec 1-800-263-7854 G E M R A L MOTORS OFFICES OVERSEAS FAR EAST Overseas Distribution C o p .
  • Page 381: Bbb Auto Line

    The arbitrator will render a decision in your case, which reject. you accept a valid arbitrator decision, Cadillac will The entire dispute settlement process should ordinarily take file your complain1 o r C d ~ l l x ) .
  • Page 382: Reporting Safety Defects To The United States Government

    In addition to notifying NHTSA certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at our Consumer Relations Center, 1-800-458-8006, or inCanada call, (French), or write: Cadillac Motor Car Division, Consumer Relations Center, Clark Avenue Detroit, first file a claim court).
  • Page 383: Service Publications

    Others describe a quicker way technician how to fix your vehicle. They can help a technician service your vehicle better. Most bulletins apply t o conditions affecting a small number of vehicles Your Cadillac dealership or a qualified technician may have vehicle.
  • Page 384 How You Can Get an Index: Indexes are published periodically. Most the most recent Cadillac models will by listed in the last quarterly publication model year. This means you may want ordering an index, if you are interested in buying vehicle.
  • Page 385 CPCH-092 Order Form for Past Model Prior NOTE: Owner Literature Portfolios, Vehicle and Owner Information labels and Gold Keys are available SERVICE MANUALS DESCRIPTION Manual OWNER’S LITERATURE Owner’s contacting your Cadillac dealership 1 m ) ) PRICE EACH $50.00 55.00 7.00 FREE PRICE EACH 15.00...
  • Page 386 PSPs index plus complete Form EACH DESCRIPTION PSP Per Order Same DESCRIPTION released by Cadillac throughout the Model Year (September through August 3-Ring Binder for Product Service Publications. Includes set of Index Tabs. PRICE EACH FREE summaries) (PSPs) is necessary...
  • Page 387 NOTE: Please fill in order form and MAJL TO: Cadillac Service Publications Post Office Box ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356 (NOTE: For Credit Card Monday-Friday Credit Card Order 10.00 *Minimum If further information is needed, write to the address shown cannot be returned for credit without receiving advance authorization wlthln On returns, a re-stocking fee may be apphed agamst the origmal order.
  • Page 390: Subject Index

    SUBJECT INDEX Acc (Ignition Key Position) Accessory Power. Retained Adding Brake Fluid Electrical Equipment Engine Coolant EngineOil Power Steering Fluid Transaxle Fluid Additives. Engine Adjustment. Brake Adult Safety Belt Usage -Air Bag Aircleaner Air Cleaner Replace Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Air Conditioner Air Outlets Air System...
  • Page 391 Automatic Transaxle Automatic Transaxle Fluid Baby Restraint Battery Battery Cables, Starting With Battery Charge Light ....... . . Battery Power Loss Beam, Headlight, High-Low Switch Belt...
  • Page 392 Carbon Monoxide In Exhaust Cassette Tape Player. Care Of Your Tape Cassette Systems Cautions. Safety CB Radio. Adding A Cellular Telephone. Adding Center Console Central Door Unlocking System Chains. Tire Change The Oil. When To Changing A Flat Tire Charge. Battery. No Warning Light Chassis Lubrication Checking The Brake Fluid...
  • Page 393 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Compact Disc Player. Care Of Your Compact Disc Sound Systems Compact Spare Tire Computer That Shows Fuel Economy Console. Center Contents. Thble Of Control Of Vehicle Control. Loss Of Controls. Features And Convex Outside Mirror Coolant.
  • Page 394 Driving And the Road. Your At Night Defensive Hill and Mountain In A Foreign Country In Cities In Fog. Mist And Haze On Snow Or Ice In The Rain In Winter On A Long Trip The Freeway On The Road On Curves Through Deep Standing Water Winter...
  • Page 395 Expectant Mothers. Use Of Safety Belts By Explanation of Maint Service Express Down Window (Driver’s Side) Expressway Driving Extender. Safety Belt Exterior Appearance Fabric. Foam-Type Cleaner Fabric. Solvent-?)pe Cleaner On Fasteners. Replacement Features And Controls Fetus. Risk T o From Safety Belt Use Filling Your Fuel Tank Filter.
  • Page 396 Fuse Replacement Fuses And Circuit Breakers Garage Door Opener Gear Positions Gearshift Lever. Positions Of Gasoline Gasoline Tank. Filling Your Glass Cleaning Glove Box Graphic Symbols Guard Against Theft Guide En Francais Halogen Bulbs Halogen Headlight Bulb Removal Hazard Warning Flashers Haze.
  • Page 397 Hydroplaning Ice. If You’re Stuck In Identification Label. Service Parts Identification Number. Vehicle Idling Your Engine If A Tire Goes Flat Ignition Key Positions Illuminated Entry System Indicator. Bulbs For lbrn Indicators. Warning. On Instrument Panel Infant Restraint Inflatable Restraint Light Inflation.
  • Page 398 Light. Air Bag System Light. Battery Charge Light. Safety Belt Reminder Light. Service Engine Soon Light. Engine Oil Light. Engine E m p Light. lbrn Signal Indicator Lieht Underhood Iter. Cigarette Its. Battery Charge Its. (STS) Its. Interior Its. Operation of Its.
  • Page 399 Mirrors. Front Seat Vanity Mirrors. Inside Daymight Rearview Mirrors. Outside Mist. Driving In Mobile Telephone. Adding A ........Mountain Driving .
  • Page 400 PASS Key (Personalized Automotive Security Sys) Passing Another Vehicle Pavement Markings Pedal ’Ikavel. Brake Perception Time. In Braking PolishingandWaxing Possible Damage to Your Cadillac. Notices About Possible Injury To People. Cautions About Power Antenna. Cleaning The DoorLocks Seat Controls Steering...
  • Page 401 Remote ’Runk Release Remote Keyless Entry Replacement Fasteners Replacing Brake System Parts Replacing Safety Belts Replacing Tires Replacing Wheels Reporting Safety Defects to Canadian Gov’t. to General Motors to U.S. Gov’t Restarting Your Car When It’s Moving Restraint, Infant Restraint, Occupant Restraint Systems, Checking Your Restraints, Child Restraints, Head...
  • Page 402 & Sew Service Engine Soon Warning Light Service Information Service Parts Identification Label Service Station Checks Servicing Cadillac with the Air Bag System Setting The Clock Setting The Trip Odometer Sheet Metal Damage Shift Lever. Console Shift Lever. Positions Of Shift Lever.
  • Page 403 Storage, Center Console Storing Your Vehicle Stuck, If Your Ignition Key Is Stuck, If Car Is In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow Subscribing to Cadillac Prod. Sew. Pub. Sunglass Compartment Sunglasses, Wearing At Night Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (S.I.R.) Surge Tank Pressure Cap...
  • Page 404 Third Gear. When To Use Tilt Steering Wheel Time. Setting The Tire Chains Tire. Flat Tire Pressure Inflation Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires Loading Tire Quality Grading Tires Tires. When It's Time For New Tires Torn Safety Belts Torque Lock (Auto Transaxle) Towing A Qailer Towing Your Vehicle Traction Control System (STS)
  • Page 405 Vanity Mirrors. Front Seat Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle Storage Vehicle Symbols Vents Vinyl. Cleaning Warning Lights Flashers. Warning Hazard Light. Anti-Lock Brake System Light. Brake System Light. Engine Oil Pressure Lights. On Instrument Panel Lights. Service Engine Soon Lights: What To Do If One Goes On Warnings.
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