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  • Page 2 2002 Cadillac Eldorado Owner’s Manual Litho in U.S.A. Copyright General Motors Corporation 06/11/01 Part Number 25729636 A First Edition All Rights Reserved...

  • Page 3: For Canadian Owners Who Prefer A French Language Manual

    For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Cadillac Motor Car Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road.

  • Page 4: How To Use This Manual

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

  • Page 5: Vehicle Symbols

    Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
  • Page 6 These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle:...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone Here Are Questions Many People Ask...

  • Page 8: Power Seats

    Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the power seats adjust them, and also about the reclining front seatbacks, lumbar adjustments, head restraints, heated seats and seatback latches. Power Seats The power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the front seat cushions.
  • Page 9 Power Lumbar Control (Option) If your vehicle has this option, the driver’s and passenger’s controls are located on the outboard sides of the seat cushions. The power lumbar support control can be adjusted the following ways: To increase or decrease support, hold the control forward or rearward.

  • Page 10: Memory Seat And Mirrors (If Equipped)

    Memory Seat and Mirrors (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, the controls are located on the driver’s door armrest. These buttons are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver’s seating and outside rearview mirror positions. Use the following steps to program each button: 1.
  • Page 11 To stop recall movement of the memory feature at any time, press one of the power seat controls or memory buttons. The EXIT button can be programmed to allow easy exit for up to two drivers. Adjust the seat to a comfortable “exit”...

  • Page 12: Reclining Front Seatbacks

    Reclining Front Seatbacks The reclining front seatback control is located on the outboard side of each front seat. Press the control forward or rearward to adjust the seatback. But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.

  • Page 13: Head Restraints

    CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.

  • Page 14: Seatback Latches

    Seatback Latches CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. The front seatback folds forward to let people get into the rear seat.

  • Page 15: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone

    Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR), or air bag system. CAUTION: Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly.

  • Page 16: Why Safety Belts Work

    In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive.
  • Page 17 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-11...
  • Page 18 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel ... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... 1-12...

  • Page 19: Here Are Questions Many People Ask

    or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers...

  • Page 20: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly

    If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident even one that isn’t your fault and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.
  • Page 21 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender”...
  • Page 22 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment Your car has a shoulder belt tightness adjustment feature. If the shoulder belt seems too tight, adjust it before you begin to drive. 1. Sit well back in the seat. 2. Start pulling the shoulder belt out. 3.
  • Page 23 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury.
  • Page 24 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-18 CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
  • Page 25 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury.
  • Page 26 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. 1-20 CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.

  • Page 27: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy

    To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.

  • Page 28: Right Front Passenger Position

    The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
  • Page 29 CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash.

  • Page 30: How The Air Bag System Works

    How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-24 The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side.
  • Page 31 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering.
  • Page 32 How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. Air bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually.

  • Page 33: Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle

    Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After they inflate, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don’t get them, the air bag system won’t be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts.

  • Page 34: 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 hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
  • Page 35 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it.
  • Page 36 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 37: Lap Belt

    Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. 1-31...

  • Page 38: Infants And Young Children

    To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. 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. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
  • Page 39 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12...
  • Page 40 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them.
  • Page 41 CAUTION: Newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant’s body,...

  • Page 42: Restraint Systems For Children

    Restraint Systems for Children An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant’s head rests toward the center of the vehicle.
  • Page 43 A forward facing child seat (C E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf A booster seat (F improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. like shields.
  • Page 44 How do child restraints work? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.

  • Page 45: Where To Put The Restraint

    Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. General Motors, therefore, recommends that child restraints be secured in the rear seat including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward...
  • Page 46 In Canada, the law requires that forward child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points.

  • Page 47: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Outside Seat Position

    Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You’ll be using the lap shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.
  • Page 48 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-42 4. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint.

  • Page 49: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Rear Seat Position

    Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position You’ll be using the lap belt. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one.
  • Page 50 1-44 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the...

  • Page 51: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position

    Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why: CAUTION: A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates.
  • Page 52 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-46...
  • Page 53 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 7.

  • Page 54: Older Children

    Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. 1-48 What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a...
  • Page 55 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. What if a child is wearing a lap but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck?
  • Page 56 1-50 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.

  • Page 57: Safety Belt Extender

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

  • Page 58: Section 2 Features And Controls

    Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem.
  • Page 59 Windows CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.

  • Page 60: Power Windows

    Power Windows The power window switches are located on the armrest near each window. Press forward or rearward on the switches to raise or lower the windows. Your vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP) that allows you to use the power windows once the ignition has been turned off.
  • Page 61 Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. If they turned the ignition to RUN and moved the shift lever out of PARK (P), that would release the parking brake.
  • Page 62 If you lose your keys, you will be able to have new ones made using the plug or bar code tag. In an emergency, contact Cadillac Roadside Assistance. See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index. If your vehicle is equipped with the OnStar...

  • Page 63: Door Locks

    Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.

  • Page 64: Programmable Automatic Door Locks

    Central Door Unlocking System Your vehicle will have this feature if it is equipped with the theft deterrent system. When unlocking either door, you can also unlock the other door by holding the key in the turned position for a few seconds or by quickly turning the door key twice in the lock cylinder.

  • Page 65: Remote Keyless Entry System

    Anti-Lockout Feature Leaving your key in any ignition position with either door open will disable the use of the power door lock switches as well as the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. If you close the doors, you can lock them using the remote keyless entry transmitter.

  • Page 66: Operation

    Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. The average range of this system is about 10 feet (3 m). At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry transmitter.

  • Page 67: Battery Replacement

    (Unlock): When you press the button with the unlock symbol on it to unlock the driver’s door, the parking lamps on your vehicle will flash twice. You can program your vehicle so the parking lamps will not flash. For more information, see “Lock/Unlock Confirmation”...
  • Page 68 NOTICE: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter. 1. Use a thin object like a coin to pry open the transmitter. 2. Once the transmitter is separated, use a pencil (or similar object) to remove the old battery.

  • Page 69: Trunk Lock Release

    Trunk CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid:...
  • Page 70 Trunk Lid Automatic Pull-Down Feature With the automatic pull down feature, you never have to slam the trunk lid in order to close the trunk. Instead, gently lower the trunk lid until it is nearly shut automatic pull down unit will take over and lock the trunk firmly.

  • Page 71: Trunk Release Handle

    Trunk Release Handle 2-14 NOTICE: The trunk release handle was not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk. Improper use of the trunk release handle could damage it. There is a glow dark trunk release handle located inside the trunk near the latch.

  • Page 72: Key In The Ignition

    Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves...

  • Page 73: Theft Deterrent System

    Theft Deterrent System The SECURITY light is located on the instrument panel cluster. If the ignition is off and either door is open, the SECURITY light will flash, reminding you to activate the system. The light will also flash if the battery has been disconnected and reconnected.

  • Page 74: Testing The Alarm

    Testing the Alarm 1. From inside the vehicle, roll down the window, then get out of the vehicle, keeping the door open. 2. From outside of the vehicle, with the door open, lock the vehicle using the power door lock or the remote keyless entry transmitter and close the door.
  • Page 75 PASS Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS theft deterrent system. PASS Key II is a passive system. The system is armed when the key is removed from the ignition. PASS Key II uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that is read by the system in your vehicle.

  • Page 76: Ignition Positions

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

  • Page 77: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)

    NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard.

  • Page 78: Starting Your Engine

    Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. NOTICE: Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving.

  • Page 79: Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)

    3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds.

  • Page 80: To Use The Engine Coolant Heater

    In very cold weather, 0 _ F ( 18 _ C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.

  • Page 81: Automatic Transaxle Operation

    Automatic Transaxle Operation There are several different positions for the shift lever that is located between the front seats on the center console. PARK (P): This position locks the front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start the engine because your vehicle can’t move easily.
  • Page 82 You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in RUN. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever press the button on the front of the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application.
  • Page 83 OVERDRIVE ( ): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push the accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down.

  • Page 84: Parking Brake

    FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. (If the shift lever is put in FIRST (1), the transaxle won’t shift into gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.) NOTICE: If your front wheels can’t turn, don’t try to drive.
  • Page 85 NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If the parking brake has not been fully released and you try to drive with the parking brake on, the BRAKE indicator light comes on and stays on.

  • Page 86: Shifting Into Park (P)

    Shifting Into PARK (P) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.

  • Page 87: Torque Lock

    Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire.

  • Page 88: Parking Over Things That Burn

    Shifting Out of PARK (P) Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index.

  • Page 89: 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 cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Your vehicle gets rusty underneath.

  • Page 90: Tilt Wheel

    CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.

  • Page 91: Turn And Lane-Change Signals

    Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of your steering column includes the following: Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer Flash Pass Feature Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control For more information on the exterior lamps, see “Exterior Lamps”...

  • Page 92: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer

    Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer This light located on the instrument panel cluster will be on when the high beam headlamps are in use. Pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you and then release it to change the headlamps from low beam to high or from high beam to low.

  • Page 93: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield Wipers WIPER: Turn the band on the turn signal lever to control the wipers. MIST: Turn the band toward you and then release it for a single wiping cycle. For more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer. 2-36 LO or HI: Turn the band away from you to either LO (low speed) or to HI (high speed), depending on the wiper speed you want.
  • Page 94 Rainsense Wipers (ETC Only) The moisture sensor is mounted on the interior side of the windshield behind the rearview mirror and is used to automatically operate the wipers by monitoring the amount of moisture build up on the windshield. Wipes occur as needed to clear the windshield depending on driving conditions and the sensitivity setting.

  • Page 95: Windshield Washer

    The windshield wipers also remain in a “high park” position (when the wipers are stopped on the windshield and are not in the normal park position), even when the ignition is turned off. NOTICE: The wipers must be turned off when going through a car wash to avoid damage.

  • Page 96: Cruise Control

    Cruise Control The cruise control lever is located on the end of the windshield wiper stalk on the left side of the steering wheel. With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
  • Page 97 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control.
  • Page 98 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Push the button at the end of the lever and then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed.

  • Page 99: Exterior Lamps

    Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down.

  • Page 100: Daytime Running Lamps

    Headlamps: Pulling the knob to the second position turns on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights. Wiper Activated Headlamps This feature activates the headlamps and parking lamps after the windshield wipers have been in use for approximately 20 seconds.

  • Page 101: Fog Lamps

    When the Twilight Sentinel lever is on and it’s dark enough outside, the high beam headlamps (at reduced intensity) will turn off and normal low operation will occur. When the Twilight Sentinel lever is on and it’s bright enough outside, the regular lamps will go off, and the high beam headlamps at reduced brightness will take over for the DRL.

  • Page 102: Cornering Lamps

    Cornering Lamps The cornering lamps come on when you signal a turn. They provide more light for cornering. Twilight Sentinel This feature automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off by sensing how dark it is outside. This lever is located next to the exterior lamp control knob.

  • Page 103: Illuminated Entry

    Light Sensor The light sensor for the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) and the Twilight Sentinel is located in the center of the front defogger grille. If you cover the sensor, it will read “dark” and the lamps will come on. Exterior Lighting Battery Saver If the parking lamps have been left on, the exterior lamps will turn off approximately 10 minutes after the ignition...

  • Page 104: Reading Lights

    Parade Dimming This feature prohibits the dimming of the instrument panel lights during daylight while the headlamps are on. This feature operates with the light sensor for the Twilight Sentinel and is fully automatic. When the light sensor reads darkness outside, the instrument panel lights can be adjusted by turning the exterior lamp knob counterclockwise to dim and clockwise to brighten lighting.
  • Page 105 Mirrors Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror with Compass and OnStar Your vehicle has an electrochromic inside rearview mirror with a compass. Your vehicle’s mirror also contains OnStar buttons. For more information about OnStar, see “OnStar” in the Index. The mirror also includes an eight point compass display in the upper right corner of the mirror face.
  • Page 106 The mirror can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the display reads a direction. The compass can be placed in calibration mode by pressing and holding the on/off button until a C is shown in the compass display.

  • Page 107: Power Remote Control Mirrors

    Power Remote Control Mirrors The control on the driver’s door armrest operates both outside rearview mirrors. Press (R) on the selector switch to choose the right mirror or (L) to choose the left mirror. The center position is off and will not move the mirrors if the control pad is touched.

  • Page 108: Storage Compartments

    Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. This mirror does not have a dimming feature. CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are.

  • Page 109: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter

    Center Console Storage The center console includes a storage compartment for CDs or tapes, an armrest and a cupholder. The cupholder can be opened by pressing on the surface panel located in front of the armrest. Close the lid to secure. The console may have a lock.

  • Page 110: Cigarette Lighter

    Cigarette Lighter NOTICE: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’s ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element.

  • Page 111: Onstar System (If Equipped)

    OnStar System (If Equipped) OnStar is a vehicle communications system that offers a variety of services and provides a one hands free communication link between you and the OnStar Center. To receive OnStar services, a service subscription agreement is required and an additional fee may be required.

  • Page 112: Onstar Services

    Volume Control: You can control the volume of the OnStar System using the steering wheel controls. Telltale Light: This light will indicate the status of the system. A solid green light will come on when you start the vehicle to let you know that the system is on and is ready to make or receive calls.

  • Page 113: Onstar System Limitations

    OnStar MED NET: Med Net can store your personal medical history and provide it to emergency personnel if necessary. (Requires activation and additional fee). Accident Assist: An advisor can provide step guidance following an accident. Remote Door Unlock: To contact the center, call ONSTAR.

  • Page 114: Assist Handles

    OnStar will not function if the vehicle’s battery is discharged or disconnected. It may also be inoperative if the vehicle is in an accident and the OnStar or vehicle electrical system components are damaged. OnStar is the communication link between you and existing governmental emergency and roadside service providers.

  • Page 115: Programming The Homelink Transmitter

    HomeLink Transmitter (Option) The HomeLink Transmitter buttons are located on the overhead console. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 116 Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1. Decide which one of the three channels (one of the HomeLink buttons) you want to program. 2. Press and hold the desired button on HomeLink through Step 3.
  • Page 117 Training a Garage Door Opener with a “Rolling Code” Feature (If Equipped) If you have not previously programmed the hand transmitter to HomeLink, see “Programming the HomeLink Transmitter” listed previously. If you have completed this programming already, you now need to train the garage door opener motor head unit to recognize HomeLink.

  • Page 118: Canadian Programming

    Canadian Programming Canadian Owners: During programming, the hand held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds. In this case, you should press and hold the HomeLink button (see Steps 2 and 3 under “Programming the HomeLink Transmitter”) while you press and re (cycle) your hand held transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink is trained.
  • Page 119 The Instrument Panel Your Information System 2-62...
  • Page 120 The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever C. Instrument Panel Cluster D. Radio (Audio System) E. Driver Information Center Control Buttons F. Exterior Lamp Controls G. HVAC Steering Wheel Controls H.

  • Page 121: Instrument Panel Cluster

    Instrument Panel Cluster The instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using and many of the other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.

  • Page 122: Speedometer And Odometer

    Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada).

  • Page 123: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators

    Tachometer The tachometer is located in the instrument panel cluster, to the left of the speedometer. NOTICE: Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded area or engine damage may occur. This gage indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).

  • Page 124: Safety Belt Reminder Light

    Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it.

  • Page 125: Air Bag Readiness Light

    Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module.

  • Page 126: Brake System Warning And Parking Brake Indicator Light

    Charging System Indicator Light When you turn the ignition to RUN, this light will come on briefly to show that the generator and battery charging systems are working properly. If this light stays on, your vehicle needs service. To save your battery until you reach the dealership, turn off all accessories.

  • Page 127: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light

    If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service.
  • Page 128 Traction Control System Warning Light This warning light should come on briefly when the engine is started. If the warning light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If it stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, there may be a problem with your traction control system and your vehicle may need service.

  • Page 129: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light

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

  • Page 130: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On Board Diagnostics Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
  • Page 131 This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: Light Flashing A misfire condition has been...
  • Page 132 Are you low on fuel? As your engine starts to run out of fuel, your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire. The system can detect this. Adding fuel should correct this condition.

  • Page 133: Oil Pressure Light

    Oil Pressure Light CAUTION: Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.

  • Page 134: Security Light

    Security Light This light works with the PASS See “PASS Index for more information. Fuel Gage The fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank. It works only when the ignition is in RUN. Here are a few concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage.

  • Page 135: Dic Controls And Displays

    Driver Information Center (DIC) This display gives you the status of many of your vehicle’s systems. The DIC is also used to display driver personalization features and warning/status messages. DIC Controls and Displays YES TRIP RESET: By using this button, you can tell how far you’ve gone since you last set the YES TRIP RESET back to zero.
  • Page 136 AVG MPH (Reset): Press the SKIP INFO button to display the AVG MPH (Average Speed), then press and hold the NO INFO RESET button until 0.0 AVG MPH is displayed. TIMER: This feature is like a stopwatch in that you can clock the time it takes to get from one point to another.
  • Page 137 DIC Messages These messages will appear if there is a problem sensed in one of your vehicle’s systems. Vehicles that are first sold in Canada will have a number after each message. This number helps to identify the message which is only displayed in English.
  • Page 138 If this message appears and stays on while driving or after starting your vehicle, have it checked immediately to determine the cause of this problem. To help the generator recharge the battery quickly, you can reduce the load on the electrical system by turning off the accessories.
  • Page 139 CHECK OIL LEVEL 36: For correct operation of the low oil sensing system, your vehicle should be on a level surface. A false CHECK OIL LEVEL message may appear if the vehicle is parked on grades. The oil level sensing system does not check for actual oil level if the engine has been off for a short period of time, and the oil level is never sensed while the engine is running.
  • Page 140 ENGINE HOT A/C OFF 16: This message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature. To avoid added strain on a hot engine, the air conditioning compressor is automatically turned off so that air conditioned air is not delivered.
  • Page 141 OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE message appears while the engine is running, stop the engine and do not operate it until the cause of low oil pressure is corrected. Severe damage to the engine can result. A multiple chime will also sound when this message is displayed.
  • Page 142 SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM message will display when a problem with the charging system has been detected. Have your vehicle serviced at your dealership. SERVICE ELECTRIC SYS 106: This message will display if an electrical problem has occurred within the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Have your vehicle serviced by your dealership.
  • Page 143 STABILITY ENGAGED 55: You may see the STABILITY ENGAGED message on the Driver Information Center. It means that an advanced, computer controlled system has come on to help your vehicle continue to go in the direction in which you’re steering. This stability enhancement system activates when the computer senses that your vehicle is just starting to spin, as it might if you hit a patch of ice or other slippery spot on the road.
  • Page 144 TOP SPEED FUEL OFF 111: This message will appear when the PCM senses that the maximum speed for your vehicle has been reached. The speed of your vehicle will decrease several mph as the fuel supply is cut off. This allows your vehicle to stay in a stable operating range.
  • Page 145 TURN SIGNAL ON 20: This message is a reminder, after driving about 1 mile (1.6 km/h), that you have the turn signal on. A multiple chime will also sound when this message is displayed. VEHICLE OVERSPEED 52: This message is displayed when the vehicle speed exceeds a certain limit as required by some export countries.
  • Page 146 Programmable Automatic Door Locks This feature allows you to program the way the vehicle’s doors lock and unlock. Programmable Modes Mode 1 (DOORS LOCK IN GEAR): All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). No automatic door unlock. Mode 2 (DRIVR UNLOCK IN PARK): All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P).
  • Page 147 Lock/Unlock Confirmation This personalization feature allows the driver to program the parking lamps to flash when the buttons on the remote keyless entry transmitter are pressed, to program the horn to sound when the button with the lock symbol is pressed and/or to program the exterior lamps to turn on when the button with the unlock symbol is pressed on the remote keyless entry transmitter.
  • Page 148 4. A yes or no response must be made after each mode is displayed in order to continue to the next mode. Press the YES TRIP RESET button to indicate yes, or press the NO INFO RESET button to indicate no. Once you have indicated the mode that you want with a yes response, FEATURE ON will appear on the display.
  • Page 149 Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to enable Mode 1. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine the mode to which the vehicle is programmed or to program the vehicle to a different mode, do the following: 1.
  • Page 150 Curb View Assist Mirror (If Equipped with Memory) When this feature is turned on, the passenger’s side rearview mirror will tilt downward when the transaxle is shifted to REVERSE (R). The mirror returns to its previously programmed position once the transaxle is shifted out of REVERSE (R).
  • Page 151 Storage Mode Personalization When this feature is turned on, the vehicle will enter the storage mode about 20 minutes after the ignition has been turned to LOCK. The vehicle will stay in the storage mode until the ignition key is turned out of LOCK.

  • Page 152: Oil Life Indicator

    Exiting Feature Programming To exit the feature programming mode, do the following: 1. Scroll through all remaining programming modes by pressing the SKIP INFO button. STORAGE MODE will be the last mode. 2. Turn the ignition to LOCK. Your selections will be saved.

  • Page 153: Section 3 Comfort Controls And Audio Systems

    Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Climate Control Panel Electronic Solar Sensor Air Conditioning...

  • Page 154: Comfort Controls

    Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your air system work for you. With the climate control system, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has a flow through ventilation system described later in this section. Climate Control Panel Fan Switch (Fan): The switch with the fan symbol adjusts the...
  • Page 155 The outside temperature sensor is located near the front grille. The sensor can be affected by road or engine heat during idling, slow driving or when the engine is first started after a short trip. In order to ensure proper automatic climate control operation, the outside air temperature display may not update as quickly as expected.
  • Page 156 (Fan): Press the switch with the fan symbol on it until AUTO is displayed on the screen. This setting automatically controls the fan speed. If it is cold outside, the fan may not run in the maximum speed right away. The system checks the temperature of the engine coolant to assure it is warm enough to provide heat.
  • Page 157 Automatic Operation When the system is set for automatic operation, sensors will control the air delivery mode. Air will come from the floor, middle or windshield outlets. The fan speed will vary as the system maintains the selected temperature setting. Be careful not to put anything over the solar sensor located in the middle of the instrument panel near the windshield.

  • Page 158: Electronic Solar Sensor

    To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather, the system will delay turning on the fan until warm air is available. The length of delay depends on the outside air temperature, engine coolant temperature or the time since the engine was last started. As the coolant warms up, the fan speed will gradually increase and air will flow from the floor outlets, with some airflow to the windshield to prevent fogging under most...

  • Page 159: Air Conditioning

    Air Conditioning On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best. Press the AC button or the TEMP/AUTO knob to turn the system on and then select the proper mode to direct airflow.

  • Page 160: Rear Window Defogger

    Rear Window Defogger The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass. When the rear window defogger is turned on, the rear window and both outside rearview mirrors are heated to remove ice and snow from the surface of the glass. Press this button to turn on the rear defogger.
  • Page 161 The direction of airflow for the rear seats can also be adjusted. Move the fan lever to adjust the fan speed from low to high. Move the vent lever to direct the airflow. Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction (such as leaves).

  • Page 162: Setting The Clock

    HVAC Steering Wheel Controls Some heating and cooling controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. Other touch controls operate some audio controls. See “Audio Steering Wheel Controls” in the Index. (Fan): Press the up arrow lever to increase the fan speed and the down arrow lever to decrease fan speed.

  • Page 163: Am-Fm Stereo With Cassette Tape Player

    AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. The volume level will appear on the display. HR (Hour) or MN (Minute): Display the time with the ignition off by pressing this button.
  • Page 164 SCAN: Press this button and SCAN will appear on the display. Use scan to listen to stations for a few seconds. The radio will go to a station, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. Press this button again to stop scanning.
  • Page 165 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob clockwise to increase and counterclockwise to decrease bass. TREB (Treble): Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob clockwise to increase and counterclockwise to decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble.
  • Page 166 REV (Reverse): Press the left arrow to rewind the tape rapidly. The radio will play while the tape reverses and REV will appear on the display. You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in reverse mode. Press the left arrow again to return to playing speed.
  • Page 167 Cassette Tape Messages If an error occurs while trying to play a cassette tape, it could be one of the following reasons: The cassette tape is tight and the cassette player cannot turn the hubs of the tape. Hold the cassette tape with the open end down and try turning the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil.
  • Page 168 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data Systems (RDS) and Digital Signal Processing (DSP) (If Equipped) 3-16 Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume.
  • Page 169 Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to select AM, FM1, FM2 or weather. TUNE SEEK : When this button is pressed it has two positions. Press this button to the first position to manually tune to the next or previous stations. If this button is held at the first position for a few seconds, the radio will continue tuning until this button is released.
  • Page 170 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) TONE: Press and release this button until BASS or TREBLE appears on the display. The radio keeps separate tone settings for each band, preset (except weather band presets) and source. LEVEL +: After selecting the desired tone control, press the plus or minus symbol on this button to select the desired level.
  • Page 171 Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with Radio Data Systems (RDS). RDS mode gives you many useful new features. With RDS the radio can do the following: Seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to listen to, seek to stations with traffic announcements, receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies,...
  • Page 172 Finding a PTY Preset Station 1 RDS: To turn RDS on, press the RDS select button, followed by this button. You must have RDS on to use the RDS functions. If you are tuned to a station broadcasting RDS information, the station’s call letters and Program Type (PTY) will replace the station’s frequency on the display.
  • Page 173 Setting a PTY Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite PTYs. These pushbuttons have factory presets. See “Radio Data Systems (RDS) Program Type (PTY) Selections” in the Index. You can set up to 12 PTYs (six FM1 and six FM2), by doing the following: 1.
  • Page 174 2 TA (Traffic Announcement): Press the RDS select button followed by the TA pushbutton to receive traffic announcements. TP will appear on the display if the current station broadcasts traffic announcements. You may also receive traffic announcements from stations in the network related to the current station. If the current station does not broadcast traffic announcements, the radio will seek to a station which does.
  • Page 175 Playing a Cassette Tape With the radio on, insert a cassette tape. The tape will begin playing as soon as it is inserted. When one side of your cassette tape is done playing, auto reverse plays the other side of your cassette tape. Cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio off but they will not start playing until the radio is on.
  • Page 176 Cassette Tape Messages If an error occurs while trying to play a cassette tape, it could be for one of the following reasons: The cassette tape is tight and the cassette player cannot turn the hubs of the tape. Hold the cassette tape with the open end down and try turning the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil.
  • Page 177 SEEK : Press this button to seek to the next or previous track on the compact disc. SCAN: Press this button to listen to tracks for a few seconds. The compact disc will go to a track, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next track. Press this button again to stop scanning.
  • Page 178 Radio Data Systems (RDS) Program Type (PTY) Selections PTY List Adlt Hit ............. . . Classicl .

  • Page 179: Trunk-Mounted Cd Changer (Option)

    Trunk-Mounted CD Changer (Option) With the compact disc changer, you can play up to 12 discs continuously. Normal size discs may be played using the trays supplied in the magazine. The smaller discs (8 cm) can be played only with specially designed trays.
  • Page 180 Once you have loaded the discs in the magazine, slide open the door of the compact disc (CD) changer. Push the magazine into the changer in the direction of the arrow marked on top of the magazine. 3-28 Close the door by sliding it all the way to the left. When the door is closed, the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine.
  • Page 181 Whenever a CD magazine with discs is loaded in the changer, the CD changer symbol will appear on the radio display. If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs, the CD symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play. When a CD begins playing, a disc and track number will be displayed.
  • Page 182 SIDE: Press this button to select the next disc in the changer. If your vehicle is equipped with the AM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player, CD and the disc number will appear on the display each time you press this button. If your vehicle is equipped with any other audio system, DISC LOADING will appear on the display and the disc number on the radio display will go to that of the next available CD each time you press...

  • Page 183: Theft-Deterrent Feature

    Radio Personalization with Home and Away Feature (If Equipped) If DRIVER 1 (HOME or AWAY) PRESETS or DRIVER 2 (HOME or AWAY) PRESETS appears in the display when the radio is first turned on, your vehicle is equipped with this feature. This feature allows the driver to return to the last used audio source (radio, cassette or CD) using their remote keyless entry transmitter.

  • Page 184: Audio Steering Wheel Controls

    Audio Steering Wheel Controls Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. They include the following: VOLUME : Push the lever up or down to increase or decrease volume. SELECT : When listening to the radio, push the lever up or down to tune to the next or previous preset radio station.

  • Page 185: Tips About Your Audio System

    Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it.

  • Page 186: 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 may cause failure of the tape player.

  • Page 187: Care Of Your Compact Disc Player

    You may also choose a non scrubbing action, wet cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own. A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner.

  • Page 188: 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. To clean the antenna mast do the following: 1. Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna. 2.

  • Page 189: Section 4 Your Driving And The Road

    Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Traction Control System Steering...

  • Page 190: Defensive Driving

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

  • Page 191: Drunken Driving

    Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision...
  • Page 192 According to the American Medical Association, a lb. (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 (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 (45 ml) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka.
  • Page 193 But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent.

  • Page 194: Control Of A Vehicle

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

  • Page 195: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)

    Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking.
  • Page 196 Let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here’s what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels.

  • Page 197: Braking In Emergencies

    Remember: Anti lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
  • Page 198 This warning light will come on to let you know if there’s a problem with your traction control system. See “Traction Control System Warning Light” in the Index. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle.

  • Page 199: Power Steering

    Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Magnetic Speed Variable Assist Steering This system continuously adjusts the effort you feel when steering at all vehicle speeds.

  • Page 200: Steering In Emergencies

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

  • Page 201: Off - Road Recovery

    Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
  • Page 202 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.

  • Page 203: Loss Of Control

    Loss of Control Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger.

  • Page 204: Driving At Night

    Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material is on the road. For safety, you’ll want to slow down and adjust 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 Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead.

  • Page 206: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads

    Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire 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 207 Driving too fast through 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. CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents.

  • Page 208: Driving Through Deep Standing Water

    Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle.

  • Page 209: City Driving

    City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.

  • Page 210: Freeway Driving

    Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.

  • Page 211: Before Leaving On A Long Trip

    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. Here are some things you can check before a trip:...

  • Page 212: Highway Hypnosis

    Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
  • Page 213 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle.

  • Page 214: Winter Driving

    Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. 4-26 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles.

  • Page 215: Driving On Snow Or Ice

    Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip”...

  • Page 216: If You're Caught In A Blizzard

    Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti Lock”...
  • Page 217 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.

  • Page 218: Recreational Vehicle Towing

    Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can.

  • Page 219: Dinghy Towing

    Dinghy Towing NOTICE: Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components. Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground. If your vehicle must be towed, you should use a dolly. See“Dolly Towing” later in this section for more information.

  • Page 220: Loading Your Vehicle

    Loading Your Vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. The Tire Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver’s door tells you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle.

  • Page 221: Electronic Level Control

    CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash.

  • Page 222: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a Trailer 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.

  • Page 223: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer

    If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here are some important points: There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving.

  • Page 224: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue

    You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box 33169 Detroit, MI 48232 5169 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited...

  • Page 225: Driving With A Trailer

    Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the Tire Loading Information label at the rear edge of the driver’s door or see “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue.

  • Page 226: Following Distance

    Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working.

  • Page 227: Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer

    Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check with your dealer. The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop.

  • Page 228: Maintenance When Trailer Towing

    When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: start your engine, shift into a gear, and make sure the parking brake has released. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3.

  • Page 229: Section 5 Problems On The Road

    Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow...

  • Page 230: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning flasher button is located on the right side of the steering column, near the ignition switch.
  • Page 231 This light on the instrument panel cluster will flash, indicating that the hazard warning flashers are on. Pull out on the collar to turn the flashers off. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work.

  • Page 232: Other Warning Devices

    Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle.
  • Page 233 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12 battery with a negative ground system. NOTICE: If the other system isn’t a 12 volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other.
  • Page 234 The remote positive (+) terminal is located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. Lift the red plastic cap to access the terminal. The remote negative ( ) terminal is located near the power steering fluid reservoir. It is marked “GND ( ).”...
  • Page 235 CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too.
  • Page 236 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal location of the vehicle with the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative ( to the negative ( terminal location of the vehicle with the good...
  • Page 237 9. Connect the other end of the negative ( cable to the remote negative ( marked “GND ( the vehicle with the dead battery. 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile. 11. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs service.
  • Page 238 Jumper Cable Removal A. Dead Battery or Remote Positive (+) Terminal B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and Remote Negative ( ) Terminals C. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative ( ) Terminal (GND) 5-10 To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1.

  • Page 239: Towing Your Vehicle

    Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “Recreational Vehicle Towing”...

  • Page 240: If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine

    If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down.

  • Page 241: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine

    NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. See “Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode” in the Index. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine An overheat warning, along with a low coolant message, can indicate a serious problem.

  • Page 242: Cooling System

    Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Fans 5-14 CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
  • Page 243 A low coolant level should be indicated by a CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message on the Driver Information Center. If it is, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.

  • Page 244: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank

    How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level isn’t at the proper level (2.5 inches (6.4 cm) below the base of the fill neck), add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX coolant at the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling...
  • Page 245 CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture.
  • Page 246 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. You can remove 2. Then keep turning the cap, but now push down as the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
  • Page 247 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, mixture, to the base of the filler neck. start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans.

  • Page 248: If A Tire Goes Flat

    5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the arrow on the pressure cap lines up like this. Start the engine and allow it to warm up. If the CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message does not appear on the Driver Information Center, coolant is at the proper fill level.

  • Page 249: Changing A Flat Tire

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

  • Page 250: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools

    Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk. Turn the Lift up the compact spare tire to remove it from the trunk. retainer (center dial) on the compact spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it.
  • Page 251 Turn the nut holding the jack and wheel wrench counterclockwise and remove it. Then remove the jack and wrench. The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and the wheel wrench (B). 5-23...

  • Page 252: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire

    Removing the Wheel Cover There is a center wheel cover on the aluminum wheel. Using the flat end of the wheel wrench, gently pry the wheel cover off. Be careful not to scratch the aluminum wheel edge and don’t try to remove it with your hands. 5-24 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire...
  • Page 253 2. Find the jacking location from the diagram above and corresponding cutouts in the plastic molding. 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.
  • Page 254 6. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so that the flat tire can be removed and the compact spare tire will fit on the wheel mounting surface. 7. Remove all wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 5-26 8.
  • Page 255 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. 9. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. 11. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise.
  • Page 256 12. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. 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 new GM original equipment wheel nuts.

  • Page 257: Storing The Flat Tire And Tools

    Storing the Flat Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. After you’ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle, you’ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk.

  • Page 258: Storing The Spare Tire And Tools

    Storing the Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. The compact spare is for temporary use only.

  • Page 259: Compact Spare Tire

    Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.

  • Page 260: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out

    If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution.

  • Page 261: Section 6 Service And Appearance Care

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

  • Page 262: Doing Your Own Service Work

    Service Your 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. You’ll get genuine GM parts and trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll...

  • Page 263: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle

    CAUTION: You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task.

  • Page 264: Gasoline Specifications

    Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection. Gasolines meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasolines.

  • Page 265: Fuels In Foreign Countries

    Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on. If this occurs, return to your authorized GM dealer for service. To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing your emission control system to work properly.

  • Page 266: Filling Your Tank

    Filling Your Tank CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline. The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
  • Page 267 The fuel door release is located above the radio on the Driver Information Center (DIC) and on the remote keyless entry transmitter. These buttons work only when the shift lever is in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) and the VALET lockout switch is in OFF.
  • Page 268 CAUTION: If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather.

  • Page 269: Checking Things Under The Hood

    Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs.

  • Page 270: Hood Release

    Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the lever inside the vehicle to open the hood. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. 6-10 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release, which is located under the front edge of the grille.

  • Page 271: Engine Compartment Overview

    Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood, you’ll see the following: A. Battery B. Engine Coolant Surge Tank C. Power Steering Fluid D. Engine Oil Fill Location E. Engine Oil Dipstick F. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir G. Transaxle Dipstick/Fluid Fill Location H.

  • Page 272: Checking Engine Oil

    Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly. Then pull the hood down and close it firmly. Underhood Lamp Turn the parking lamps on to operate the underhood lamp. The underhood lamp will come on when the hood is opened.

  • Page 273: When To Add Engine Oil

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

  • Page 274: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use

    What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol.

  • Page 275: When To Change Engine Oil

    As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 10W going to be 0 C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline...

  • Page 276: What To Do With Used Oil

    If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. How to Reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Message The GM Oil Life System calculates when to change your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use.

  • Page 277: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

    Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The engine air cleaner/filter is located next to the windshield washer fluid reservoir in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. For more information on location, see “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index. Be sure the engine has cooled before following these steps to replace the engine air cleaner/filter: 1.
  • Page 278 3. Unhook both engine air cleaner/filter cover latches. One latch is located near the radiator hose (not shown) and the other latch is located next to the mass airflow sensor. 4. Pivot the air cleaner and air duct assembly toward the front of the vehicle.
  • Page 279 Follow these steps to reinstall the engine air cleaner/filter assembly: 1. Slide the lid into the slots in the front edge of the base. 2. Pivot the cover and the air duct assembly downward. Make sure that both latches are secure and fully engaged.

  • Page 280: Automatic Transaxle Fluid

    Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90...
  • Page 281 Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving: When outside temperatures are above 90 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 C to 93...
  • Page 282 Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: The transaxle fluid cap is located next to the radiator hose and below the engine air cleaner/filter assembly in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. For more information on location, see “Engine Compartment Overview”...

  • Page 283: How To Add Fluid

    How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross the dipstick.

  • Page 284: Engine Coolant

    Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant.

  • Page 285: What To Use

    What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean, drinkable water and one half DEX COOL coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous.

  • Page 286: Checking Coolant

    Checking Coolant The surge tank is located next to the engine block on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. For more information on location, see “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index. If the CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message appears on the Driver Information Center (DIC), you will need to add coolant.

  • Page 287: Surge Tank Pressure Cap

    Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool. CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.

  • Page 288: When To Check Power Steering Fluid

    Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir and dipstick are located next to the coolant surge tank on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise.

  • Page 289: Windshield Washer Fluid

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

  • Page 290: Brakes Brake Fluid

    Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. It is filled with DOT fluid. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down.
  • Page 291 What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it.

  • Page 292: Brake Wear

    Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).

  • Page 293: Brake Adjustment

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

  • Page 294: Bulb Replacement

    Vehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative ( the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode.
  • Page 295 Headlamps 1. To access the headlamps, turn the lock tabs in the direction of the arrows as shown on the headlamp cover. 2. Lift off the cover. 3. Reach behind the lamp assembly and turn the headlamp housing socket counterclockwise to unlock the socket from the lamp housing.
  • Page 296 4. Remove the headlamp housing socket. 6-36 5. After removing the wiring harness from the headlamp housing socket, reinstall a new bulb in the socket. Reconnect it to the wiring harness and reinstall the headlamp housing socket into the headlamp assembly. 6.

  • Page 297: Front Turn Signal Lamps

    Front Turn Signal Lamps 1. The turn signal lamps are located on the outboard side of the headlamps. To access them, turn the lock tabs on the headlamp cover in the direction of the arrows and then lift off the cover. (See Steps 1 and 2 under “Headlamps”...

  • Page 298: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (Chmsl)

    Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) 1. Lift the trim cover to remove. 2. Twist the socket counterclockwise and remove the socket and bulb from the housing. 6-38 3. Replace the bulb. 4. Reverse the steps to reinstall the stoplamp assembly.
  • Page 299 Rear Turn Signal Lamps and Taillamps 1. Open the trunk to gain access to the lamp housing. 2. Remove the convenience net and pull the trim away to access the wing nuts. 3. Remove the two wing nuts. 4. Gently remove the lamp housing. 5.

  • Page 300: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

    Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” in the Index for more information. It’s a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly on a regular basis or when worn.
  • Page 301 Your new vehicle comes with high a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Cadillac Warranty booklet for details. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.

  • Page 302: Inflation -- Tire Pressure

    Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label, which is located on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).

  • Page 303: Tire Inspection And Rotation

    When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them.
  • Page 304 Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” in the Index.

  • Page 305: Buying New Tires

    Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number.

  • Page 306: Uniform Tire Quality Grading

    Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance.

  • Page 307: Wheel Replacement

    Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
  • Page 308 Each new wheel should have the same load capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts.

  • Page 309: Tire Chains

    Tire Chains CAUTION: If your vehicle has P235/60R16 size tires, don’t use tire chains, there’s not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash.

  • Page 310: Appearance Care

    Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions.

  • Page 311: Cleaning The Top Of The Instrument Panel

    Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can Carefully scrape off any excess stain. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn.

  • Page 312: Cleaning Glass Surfaces

    Cleaning Wood Panels Use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use mild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth. Cleaning Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the speaker won’t be damaged. Clean spots with just water and mild soap.

  • Page 313: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle

    Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a full glass cleaning liquid.

  • Page 314: Finish Care

    Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.” Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish.

  • Page 315: Sheet Metal Damage

    Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels (If Equipped) Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle.

  • Page 316: Chemical Paint Spotting

    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 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, whichever occurs first.

  • Page 317: Gm Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials

    GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials 6-57...

  • Page 318: Engine Identification

    Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration.

  • Page 319: Electrical System

    Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
  • Page 320 MaxiFuse /Relay Center The MaxiFuses and relays are located next to the engine compartment fuse block on the driver’s side of the vehicle. To access the compartment fuse block, remove the shroud cover. If a MaxiFuse should blow, have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately.
  • Page 321 MaxiFuse Way) Usage INADVERT Inadvertent Power Relay, Interior Lamps Fuse, Cigarette Lighter Fuse, Courtesy Lamp Relay LAMPS Headlamps Fuse/Relay, High/Low Beam Control Relay, Fog Lamp Fuse, DRL Fuse, Hazard Fuse, Mirror Fuse, Inadvertent Power Relay, Right and Left High Fuse, Right and Left Low Fuse, Stoplamp Fuse, Fog Lamp Relay, DRL Relay IGN 1...

  • Page 322: Fuses And Circuit Breakers

    Power Distribution Block Usage Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) HI/LO BEAM High and Low Beam Headlamps HORN Horn FOG LPS Fog Lamps ACCESSORY Accessories HEAD LPS Headlamps Relays INADVERT POWER RELAY IGN 1 RELAY STARTER RELAY AIR RELAY 6-62 Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers.
  • Page 323 Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located next to the engine air cleaner/filter in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Lift the cover to gain access. Fuse Usage SPARE Spare Fuse CNR LPS Cornering Lamp Switch, Right and Left Cornering Lamps INT LPS Trunk Lamp, Courtesy Lamps,...
  • Page 324 Fuse Usage CIG LTR1 Front and Rear Cigarette Lighters SPARE Spare Fuse L HDLP LO Left Low Beam Headlamp R HDLP LO Right Low Beam Headlamp L HDLP HI Left High Beam Headlamp R HDLP HI Right High Beam Headlamp Fog Lamp Relay, Right and Left Fog Lamps, Headlamp Switch HDLPS...
  • Page 325 Fuse Usage PARK/REV Reverse Relay, Right and Left Back Up Lamps, Electrochromic Mirror (in Header), Park Relay, Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control (BTSI) Switch Transaxle Shift Solenoids, Air Meter, Canister Purge, PCM, Front Ignition PCM (IGN) Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Odd and Even Coil Packs CRUISE Stepper Motor Cruise Control,...
  • Page 326 Rear Compartment Fuse Block The fuse block is located on the front wall of the trunk (behind the rear seat) on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Loosen the four trunk trim fasteners and pull the trim away from the fuse block to gain access. Fuse Usage RLY IGN1...
  • Page 327 Fuse Usage RADIO/PHONE Radio Receiver, Radio Interface Module (RIM) (Optional), Phone, RAP Relay, Trunk Release Relay, Fuel Door Release Relay, High/Low Beam Relay CLUSTER Steering Wheel Controls, Cluster PZM, Electrochromic Mirror, Rain Sensor (Optional), Accessory Relay HTD BACKLT Rear Window Defogger HTD MIR Right and Left Outside Heated Mirror...

  • Page 328: Wheel Nut Torque

    Replacement Bulbs For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer. Application Headlamps Composite Inner High Beam ..... . . Outer Low Beam .

  • Page 329: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

    Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity If you do your own service work, you’ll need the proper service manual. See “Doing Your Own Service Work” in the Index for additional information. It is recommended that service work on your air conditioning system be performed by a qualified technician.

  • Page 330: Section 7 Maintenance Schedule

    Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Introduction Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Scheduled Maintenance Part B: Owner Checks and Services Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Part E: Maintenance Record...

  • Page 331: Your Vehicle And The Environment

    Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment.

  • Page 332: How This Section Is Organized

    How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs.

  • Page 333: Using Your Maintenance Schedule

    Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.

  • Page 334: Scheduled Maintenance

    Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle.

  • Page 335: Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance

    Scheduled Maintenance Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM Oil Life System (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Reset the system. Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage.
  • Page 336 Scheduled Maintenance...
  • Page 337 Scheduled Maintenance...
  • Page 338 Scheduled Maintenance 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary.
  • Page 339 Scheduled Maintenance 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Inspect throttle body bore and valve plates for deposits, open the throttle valve and inspect all surfaces. Clean as required. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
  • Page 340 Scheduled Maintenance 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 _ F (32 _ C) or higher. –...
  • Page 341 Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Inspect throttle body bore and valve plates for deposits, open the throttle valve and inspect all surfaces. Clean as required. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
  • Page 342 Scheduled Maintenance 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Inspect throttle body bore and valve plates for deposits, open the throttle valve and inspect all surfaces.
  • Page 343 Scheduled Maintenance 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) j Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 _ F (32 _ C) or higher.

  • Page 344: At Least Once A Month

    Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D.

  • Page 345: At Least Twice A Year

    At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
  • Page 346 Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2.
  • Page 347 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK.

  • Page 348: Steering, Suspension And Front Drive Axle Boot And Seal Inspection

    Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs.

  • Page 349: Engine Cooling System Inspection

    Fuel System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser.
  • Page 350 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil”...
  • Page 351 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Key Lock Multi Purpose Lubricant, Cylinders Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Hood Latch Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol Assembly, (GM Part No. 12346293 or Secondary Latch, equivalent) or lubricant meeting Pivots, Spring requirements of NLGI # 2, Anchor and Category LB or GC Release Pawl 7-22...

  • Page 352: Maintenance Record

    Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.
  • Page 353 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-24...

  • Page 354: Section 8 Customer Assistance Information

    Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Cadillac if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone...

  • Page 355: Customer Satisfaction Procedure

    Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.

  • Page 356: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone

    To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Cadillac by dialing: 1 (TTY users in Canada can dial 1 free telephone CMCC (2622).

  • Page 357: Customer Assistance Offices

    Customer Assistance Offices Cadillac encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Cadillac, the letter should be addressed to Cadillac’s Customer Assistance Center. United States Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O.

  • Page 358: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities

    3063. All TTY users call 1 Roadside Service Cadillac’s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac owner with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and, where available, a Cadillac trained dealer...

  • Page 359: Roadside Service Availability

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

  • Page 360: Reaching Roadside Service

    Text Telephone (TTY) in the Roadside Service Center. Any customer who has access to a (TTY) or a conventional teletypewriter can communicate with Cadillac by dialing from the United States or Canada 2438 daily, 24 hours.

  • Page 361: Plan Ahead When Possible

    Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Cadillac helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances,...

  • Page 362: Additional Program Information

    Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement up to $30 per day (five days maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses up to $10 per day (five day maximum) may be available.

  • Page 363: Warranty Information

    Canadian Vehicles: For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty, alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your dealer for details. General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify, change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein...

  • Page 364: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government

    In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1 8006, or write: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box 33169 Detroit, MI 48232...

  • Page 365: Service Publications Ordering Information

    SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases.

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