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Page 3 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest &Wreath and the name DEVILLE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice.
Page 4 You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. These mean there is something that could hurt other people.
Page 5 Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: Notice: These mean there something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will 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 LATCH BOTH LAP AND CAUTION SHOULDER BELTS TO POSSIBLE PROTECTOCCUPANT INJURY DO NOT TWIST SAFETY BELT WHEN ATTACHING PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC \!$> MOVE SEAT BATERY FULLY ACID COULD REARWARD* CAUSE SECURE BURNS CHILD SEAT PULL BELT AVO ID SPARKS OR COMPLETELY FLAMES...
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats Front Power Seats ... Power Lumbar ... Massaging Lumbar ... Adaptive Seat Control ... Heated Seats ... Reclining Seatbacks ... Head Restraints ... Rear Seats ... Power Lumbar ... Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are Everyone ... 1-9 Questions and Answers About Safety How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...
Page 9: Power Seats
Front Seats Power Seats The power seat controls are located on the outboard sides of the front seat cushions. Move the front of the seat control up or down to adjust the front portion of the cushion. Move the rear of the seat control up or down to adjust the rear portion of the cushion.
Page 10: Massaging Lumbar
If your vehicle has this feature, the control is located on the outboard sides of the front seats. With the ignition on, briefly press the top of the control where it is marked AUTO to activate the massaging lumbar feature. The massage cycle will run continuously for up to 10 minutes and can be interrupted by briefly pressing the bottom of the control.
Page 11: Adaptive Seat Control
You may still wish to further adjust the overall firmness or softness of the seat cushion. To get to your desired level of comfort, hold the control up to increase the firmness, or down for less firmness. When you let go of the control, the seat will automatically readjust to your desired level of comfort.
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Page 13 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even 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.
Page 14 Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint ..- I- ciusesi iu iilt: yuul I I G ~ U . reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. ?he frmt head restraiats are adjustable. Lift up or push down on the head restraint to raise or lower it.
Page 15: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Power Lumbar Your vehicle may be equipped with four-way lumbar support, without the massage feature, for the outboard rear seating positions. The rear lumbar support controls are located on the rear door trim panels. To activate the rear lumbar support feature, push forward on the control to increase support or rearward to decrease support.
Page 16: Safety Belts: They Are For Everyone
Safety Belts: They Are 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. Don’t let ,.lyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly.
Page 17 Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. See Safety Belt Reminder Light In most states and in all 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.
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Page 19 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In or the instrument panel ... a real vehicle, it could be the windshield 1-12...
Page 21: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident even one that isn’t your fault your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.
Page 22 pi& up the !atcig piao,e aRr: p ! ! ‘Ihe Don’t let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly.
Page 23 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. 1-16 ou can be seriol turl your shoulder b is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body.
Page 24 The belt is buckled in the wrong place. You can be serious11 9 inj ured 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 worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-18 You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 26 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across 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: Center Front Passenger Position
-!-he best to p&ct the .fetus is to protect the y / z y 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: Rear
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 Safefy Belt Extender on page 1-28. 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 30 Lap=Shcu!de: rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly.
Page 31 If the belt stops before reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-28.
Page 32 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 pelvic bones. And you’d be less beii. it ii~e iikeiy siicie urlder belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries.
Page 33 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may have this feature already. If it doesn’t, you can get it from any GM dealer. Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults.
Page 34 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic The elastic cord must be under the belt and the cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the guide on top.
Page 35: Safety Belt Pretensioners
4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-22. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides.
Page 36: 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 chiid can wear a lap-snouider beii get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. f i e P R S L - + 9 L .
Page 37 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. 1-30 What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt...
Page 38 Never do this. iitting in a seat that has a Here a child is lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt inthis way, a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.
Page 39: Infants And Young Children
Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 40 it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (1 10 kg) force on a person’s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint. ChllJren who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed.
Page 41 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’s weight, height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used.
Page 42 The bod) ,trub..Jre of a yo^.., unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 43 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. 1-36 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-like shields.
Page 44 A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some nign-Dack booster seats nave a iive-poini harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window.
Page 45: Where To Put The Restraint
When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both.
Page 46 A child in a child restrair.. .n the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger's air bag if it inflates. Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat. It's always better to secure a child restraint in the rear seat.
Page 47 In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing 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. 1-40 Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points.
Page 49: Top Strap
In order to use the system, you need either a forward-facing child restraint that has attaching points (B) at its base and a top tether anchor (C), or a rear-facing child restraint that has attaching points (B), as shown here. A.
Page 50 If a LATCH-type c..., restraint isn’t attacheL its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect a child sitting there. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the restraint.
Page 51: Children (Latch System)
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-4 1. 1-44 A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger’s air bag if it inflates.
Page 52 Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. 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. 1-45...
Page 53: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Page 54 A ,hild in a rear-facing ,hild restrair,. car. , e seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is becausethe back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat.
Page 55 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-48 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.
Page 56 D d Y c I m m - & - . y n H l r D Y S L ~ I I I S This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. Your vehicle has air bags a frontal air bag for the driver and another frontal air bag for the right front passenger.
Page 57 Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating frontal air bag. But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations. You can be severely injure-. if you aren’t wearing your safety belt, even if you have air bags.
Page 58 e,,,, .:ental and side impact 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 for air bag inflation before and during a crash.
Page 59: Air Bag Systems
United States There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the words AIR BAG or an air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
Page 60 The driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. driver’s seatback closest to the door. 1-53...
Page 61 The right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in the The side impact air bags for the rear seat outboard side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door. passenger positions are in the sides of the rear seatback closest to the doors.
Page 62: When Should An Air Bag Inflate
...d If someth is between an occul;,.rt 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...
Page 63: What Makes An Air Bag Inflate
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. For both the frontal and side impact air bags, the sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag.
Page 64 After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module steering wheel hub for the driver’s air bag, the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s bag, the side of the seatback closest to the door for the side impact air bags will be hot for a short time.
Page 65 Your vehicle has a feature that will automatically unlock the doors and turn the interior lamps on when the air bags inflate (if battery power is available). You can lock the doors again and turn the interior lamps off by using the door lock and interior lamp controls.
Page 66 Servicing Your A & Baa-Eauiaoed - - - a Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems.
Page 67: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, 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 68 If the LATCH system was behg used during a rncxe severe crash, you may need new LATCH system parts. If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system, safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced.
Page 70 Section 2 Keys ... Remote Keyless Entry System ... Remote Keyless Entry System Operation Doors and Locks ... 2 . 8 Door Locks ... Central Door Unlocking System ... Power Door Locks ... Programmable Automatic Door Locks Rear Door Security Locks ... Lockout Protection ...
Page 71 Section 2 Center Flex Storage Unit Map Pocket Assist Handles Garment Hooks ... Umbrella Holder ... Floor Mats ... Features and Controls Rear Storage Area 2-52 Rear Storage Door Trim Armrest 2-52 Convenience Net ... 2-53 Sunroof ... -2-53 2-53 Vehicle Personalization ...
Page 72: Keys
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 ACCESSORY or ON and moved the shift lever out of PARK (P), that would release the parking brake.
Page 73: Remote Keyless Entry System
You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in. So be sure you have spare keys. In an emergency, contact Cadillac Roadside Assistance. See Roadside If your vehicle is equipped with the Onstar@ system with...
Page 74: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
&/ice csmp!ies !#If.h SSS-2!() of Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
Page 75 & (Unlock): When you press this symbol to unlock the driver’s door, the parking lamps on your vehicle will flash twice. The parking lamps will not flash if they have been turned on manually. Remote confirmation is not operational if a door is open. Press this button again within one to five seconds to unlock the other doors.
Page 76 Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyiess entry transmitter should last about four years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won't work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it's probably time to change the battery.
Page 77: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks Door Locks :ked doc:. ca.. -Be dangers--. 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 in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Page 78: Power Door Locks
P h w B + Y e l I I Y . ! A A L i W B P a n - a w VGIILICII UVVI U I I I V ~ ~ I I I ~ Your vehicle has a central door unlocking mode and a theft-deterrent system.
Page 79: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that prevent passengers from opening the rear doors on your vehicle from the inside. The rear door security locks are located on the edge of each rear door.
Page 80 \/ahinla a l r l n ; m m V A r m r L G a v I I I VUI GI IIWIG If you are leaving your vehicle, open the door, set the locks from the inside, get out and close the door. It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle.
Page 81 Trunk Lid Tie Down Driving with the trbIId lid open can allow dangerous CO (carbon monoxide) gas to come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you ever need to drive with your trunk lid open, then: Make sure all windows, the rear seat pass-through and sunroof are closed.
Page 83 Windows 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 2-1 4 hot weather.
Page 84 The power window switches are located on the armrest near each window. Press the up or down 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 85 Anti-Pinch Feature If a hand, an arm or another object is above the middle of the window and is in the path of the window when the express-up feature is active, the window will stop at the obstruction and express-open to a preset factory position.
Page 86 Swing down the primary visor to block out glare. It can also be detached from the center mount and moved to the side while the auxiliary sunshade the glare from the front. The visors also have side-to-side slide capability. The driver's sunshade is also equipped with a storage flap.
Page 87 To raise the power sunshade, press and release the REAR SHADE switch located on the front overhead console. To close the power sunshade, press and release the REAR SHADE switch again. Never store objects on the rear shelf because they may get caught in the sunshade or be tossed about in your vehicle.
Page 88: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. The SECURITY light is located on the instrument panel cluster.
Page 89 Testing the Alarm From inside the vehicle, roll down the window, then get out of the vehicle, keeping the door open. From outside of the vehicle, with the door open, lock the vehicle using the power door lock or the remote keyless entry system and close the door.
Page 90 PASS-Ke\P Your PASS-Key@ Ill system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. 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...
Page 91 Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS-Key@lll system at this time. If you lose or damage a PASS-Key@ Ill key, your dealer to have a new key made. In an emergency, contact Cadillac Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Service on page 7-5.
Page 92: New Vehicle Break-In
New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Ysua 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 93: Power Windows
Notice: If your key seems stuck in OFF 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 94 Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving. use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) id your vehicle is moving.
Page 95: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater A. Engine Oil Dipstick Location B. Engine Coolant Heater Cord C. Transaxle DipsticWFluid Fill Location 2-26 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 96 P.-.Jging the cc- could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 11 0-volt AC outlet. If the cord won't reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 45 amps.
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Page 98 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. Also use this gear to rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle.
Page 99 Here are examples for using THIRD (3) instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE When driving on hilly, winding roads. When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears. When going down a steep hill. SECOND This position gives you more power. You (2): can use SECOND (2) on hills.
Page 100 The following procedure allows the ignition to to OFF and for ignition key removal in case of a dead battery or low voltage battery for vehicies equipped with a column shift lever. 1. Verify that the shift lever is in PARK (P). 2.
Page 101: Parking Brake
4. Press the shift lock 5. While applying the brakes, shift the transaxle from PARK (P) as needed. 6. Reinstall the shift lock release hole cover and the rubber mat. 2-32 Parking Brake release toward the front of the vehicle and hold it there.
Page 102 If the ignition on: the brake system warning and parking brake indicator light on the instrument panel cluster should come on. If it doesn’t, you need to have your vehicle serviced. When you move out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) and the engine is running, the parking brake should release.
Page 103 Before releasing the manual parking brake, be sure to put the vehicle in PARK and turn the ignition to OFF. Reach under the driver’s side of the instrument panel and pull down on the manual release lever, which is located behind the parking brake pedal. Pull down on the yellow tab as shown by the arrow in the illustration.
Page 104 Steering Column Shift Lever If your vehicle is equipped with a steering column shift lever, use the following procedure to shift the vehicle into PARK (P): 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: Pull the lever toward you Move the lever up as far as it will go.
Page 105 Console Shift Lever If your vehicle is equipped with a console shift lever, use the following procedure to shift the vehicle into PARK (P): 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) by pushing the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle and then to the left.
Page 106: Shifting Into Park (P)
Torque Lsck If you are parking on a hill ai-id you don’! shift yow transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (PI.
Page 107: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn ,,ings can uurn cocld touch hot exhaust t l d parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that 2-38 Engine Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell.
Page 108 Your Runnina Earaine J - - Are Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle.
Page 109: Mirrors
Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Onstar@ Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror with Onstar@ system controls. For more information about Onstar@, see OnStap System on page 2-45. When the automatic dimming feature is turned on, the mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you.
Page 110 Mirror Operation (On/Off): The on/off button left side of the mirror face for the electrochromic and compass functions of the rearview mirror. To turn on the automatic dimming feature, press and hold the on/off button for about three seconds. To turn off automatic dimming, press and hold the on/off button for about three seconds again.
Page 111: Outside Power Mirrors
3. Once the zone number appears in the display, press the on/off button quickly until the correct zone number appears in the display. Stop pressing the button and the mirror will return to normal operation. If C appears in the compass window, the compass may need calibration.
Page 112: Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror
The mirrors can be manually folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, push the mirror toward the vehicle. To return the mirror to its original position, push outward. Be sure to return both mirrors to their original unfolded positions before driving.
Page 113: Outside Convex Mirror
Outside Convex 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. A convex mirror can ma.,, things (like other look vehicles) farther away than they really are.
Page 114: Onstar@
Onstar@ uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite technology, wireless communications, and call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information and convenience services. An Onstar@ subscription plan is included in the price of your vehicle. You can upgrade or extend your Onstar@ services to meet your needs.
Page 115 Onstar@ Virtual Advisor With Onstar@ Virtual Advisor you can listen to the news, entertainment and informative topics, such as traffic and weather reports. You are able to listen and reply to your e-mail through your vehicle’s speakers. A completed Subscription Service Agreement is required prior to delivery of Onstar@ services and prepaid calling minutes are also required for Onstar@ Personal Calling and Onstar@ Virtual Advisor use.
Page 116 HomeLink@, a combined universal transmitter and receiver, provides a way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators, garage door openers, entry door locks, security systems and home lighting. Additional Homelink@ information can be found on the internet at www.homelink.com or by calling 1-800-355-351 5.
Page 117: Programming The Homelink Transmitter
Programming the HomeLink Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink@ Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future HomeLink@ programming.
Page 118 Press and hold the newly-trained Homelink@ button and observe the indicator light. If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink@ button is pressed and released. To program the remaining two HomeLink@ buttons, begin with Step 2 under “Programming HomeLink@.”...
Page 119 Using HomeLink@ Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink@ button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. Erasing HomeLink@ Buttons To erase programming from the three buttons do the following: 1.
Page 120: Glove Box
Glove Box The glove box is located in front of the passenger's seat on the instrument panel. To lock the glove box door, insert the master key into the lock cylinder and turn it clockwise. Turn the key counterclockwise unlock the door. Instrument Panel Storage Area This storage compartment is located in the center of the...
Page 121: Center Flex Storage Unit
Center Flex Storage Unit Your vehicle may be equipped with a center flex storage unit that includes a front center seat with a lap belt and an underseat storage compartment. The center seatback can also be used as a fold down armrest with extra space for CDs or tapes.
Page 122: Assist Handles
A handle above each door can be used when getting out of your vehicle. Garment Hooks Your vehicle is equipped with flip-out garment hooks. They are located above the rear doors, behind the rear assist handles. Return to the stowed position when not in use.
Page 123: Ignition Positions
Sunroof Your vehicle may have a sunroof. The two switches that operate the sunroof are located on the overhead console and include VENT, ROOF, open and close. Press and hold the ROOF switch rearward to the first position to open the glass panel and sunshade. The sunshade also can be opened or closed manually.
Page 124: Memory Seat. Mirrors And Steering Wheel
Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel Your vehicle may be equipped with the memory package. The controls for these features are located on the driver’s door panel, and are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver’s seating positions. Use the following steps to program each button: 1.
Page 125: Vehicle Personalization
Two personalized exit positions can be set by first recalling the driving position (by pressing 1 or 2), then positioning the steering wheel and seat in the desired exit positions and then pressing and releasing the MEMORY SET button and, within five seconds, pressing the EXIT button.
Page 126 Section Instrument Panel Overview ... 3. 4 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices ... Horn ... Tilt Wheel Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever ... 3-8 Exterior Lamps ... Interior Lamps ... Night Vision System ... Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) Accessory Power Outlets ... Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Climate Controls ...
Page 127 Section 3 Audio System(s) ... Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) ... Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) Radio with Cassette and CD (Base Level) Radio with Cassette and CD (Up Level) ... Navigation/Radio System ...
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Page 129: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 130 The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets B. Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever C. Climate Controls and Onstar@ Steering Wheel Controls (or Cellular Telephone Controls) D. Instrument Panel Cluster E. Audio Steering Wheel Controls F. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons G.
Page 131: 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 button is located on the center of the instrument panel between the two air vents.
Page 132: Horn
If you carry reflective triangles, yoti can set one tip at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind Your vehicle. Horn The horn can be sounded by pressing on the center of the steering wheel pad. A iiii wheei aiiows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive.
Page 133: Turn Signavmultifunction Lever
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column If your vehicle has this feature, the power tilt wheel control is located on the outboard side of the steering column. To operate the power feature, push the control up tilt and the steering wheel will tilt up. Push the control down and the steering wheel will go down.
Page 134 Turn and Lanechange Signals To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster and in the outside rearview mirror will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.
Page 135 Windshield Wipers WIPER: Turn the band on the turn signal lever to control the wipers. MIST: Turn the band toward you to MIST and then release it for a single wiping cycle. For more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer. 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 136 The RainsenseTM system can be activated by turning the wiper band to one of the five sensitivity levels indicated on the wiper stalk. The position closest to OFF is the lowest sensitivity setting, level one. This allows more rain or snow to collect on the windshield between wipes.
Page 137 Cruise Control The buttons to operate cruise control are located on the steering wheel. With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of approximately 25 mph km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This is helpful on long trips.
Page 139 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. Press the SET/CST button, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You will now cruise at the higher speed.
Page 140 The exterior lamp control is located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. (Exterior Lamp Control): Turn the control with this symbol on to operate the exterior lamps. The exterior lamp control has three positions: (Off): TIIrninG the control to this all lamps except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).
Page 141 Lamps on Reminder A warning chime will sound if the exterior lamp control is left on in either the headlamp or parking lamp position and the driver’s door is opened with the ignition off. Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
Page 142 Fsg Lamps If your vehicle has fog lamps, use them for better in foggy or misty conditions. The fog lamp button is located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. When you press the fog lamp button, a fog lamp symbol in the button and the fog lamp light on the instrument panel cluster will come on to indicate that the fog lamps and the parking lamps are on.
Page 143 If you move the lever all the way to the right, the lamps will remain on for approximately three minutes after the ignition has been turned to OFF. If you move the lever so it is barely on, the lamps will go off quickly when you turn the ignition switch out of OFF.
Page 145 Courtesy Lamps The courtesy lamps are located on the headliner above the rear seat. These lamps come on by turning the instrument panel brightness knob fully clockwise or when any door is opened and is dark outside. Puddle lamps are located on the bottom of the front and rear door trim. Entry Lighting This feature turns on the courtesy lamps and the backlighting to the door switches and to the exterior lamp...
Page 146 The reading lamps are located on the overhead console on the headliner and in the rear door opening. These lamps come on automatically when any door a n d it dprk nlrtcidn U l l U U U I I . “UIVIU”.
Page 147: Night Vision System
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver This feature is designed to protect your vehicle’s battery against drainage from the interior lamps, trunk lamp, glove box lamp, cigarette lighters or the garage door opener. When the ignition is turned off, the power to these features will automatically turn off after 10 minutes (three minutes if a new car has 15 miles (24 km) or less).
Page 148 The controls for this feature are located to the left of and below the steering wheel. They are used to adjust the brightness and location of the image. Adjust the IMAGE control so the image is as low as possible while remaining visible.
Page 149 In dry, clear weather, the system can see pedestrians, animals and the direction of the road ahead. In light rain, light snow or light fog the image may not be as clear and you may not be able to see the direction of the road ahead.
Page 150: Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (Urpa)
U!trasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) Your vehicle may be equipped with Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA). This system can help you to determine how close an object is to your rear bumper within a given area, making parking easier. If children, bicycles, or pets are behind your vehicle, RPA won’t tell you they are there.
Page 151 How the System Works URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into REVERSE (R) and the vehicle speed is less than mph (5 km/h). When the system comes on, the three lights on the display will illuminate to let you know that the system is working.
Page 152: Accessory Power Outlets
Your vehicle is equipped with accessory power outlets. The outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone, CB radio, etc. If you have a vehicle with a center storage compartment located on the instrument panel, you may have an accessory power outlet in the storage drawer.
Page 153: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Notice: Don’t put papers or other flammable items into your ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them, causing a damaging fire. Front Ashtray With the full floor console, the ashtray is located below the climate control system.
Page 154: Dual Climate Control System
Dual Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): When this button is pressed and the temperature is set, the system will automatically control the inside temperature, the air delivery mode and .-.-- iile iarl wiii...
Page 155 Manual Operation MODE Pressing the MODE switch and changing the mode cancels automatic operation and places the system in manual mode. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation. To change the current mode, select one of the following: (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets.
Page 156 PASS TEMP ( ~ a s s e n g e r ’ ~ this switch to turn the passengers’ climate control systems on. Press this switch to manually increase or decrease the temperature for the front passenger. PASS OFF (Passenger’s Climate Control): Press this button to turn all passenger climate control systems off.
Page 157 Sensors The solar sensor on your vehicle monitors the solar radiation and the air inside your vehicle, then uses the information to maintain the selected temperature by initiating needed adjustments to the temperature, the fan speed and the air delivery system. The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun.
Page 158: Outlet Adjustment
Rear Window Defoaaer The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. The rear window defogger will only work when the ignition is in ON. REAR: Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off.
Page 159: Rear Climate Control System
Operation Tips Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle. Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system. Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively.
Page 160 PAS$ TEMP : Press this switch main climate control panel in the front of the vehicle on the instrument panel to turn on the system. OFF: Turn the mode knob located on the rear climate control panel to this position to turn off the airflow. if the PASS OFF button located on the main climate control panel pressed, the rear climate control system...
Page 161 (Fan): Pressing this switch cancels automatic operation and places the system in manual mode. Press this switch to increase or decrease the fan speed. Press the MODE switch until AUTO is displayed to return to automatic operation. TEMP (Temperature): Press this switch to increase or decrease the temperature for the rear seat passengers.
Page 162 To access the passenger compartment air filter, do the following: 1. Use a tool to gently pry the cover up. (If your vehicle has tabs that allow you to unlatch the cover with your fingers, you will not need a tool for this step.) 2.
Page 163: Steering Wheel Climate Controls
3. To remove the air filter, insert a tool between the air filter and the compartment wall on the outboard side of the vehicle. Then, push in to flatten the pin holding the air filter in place. Gently remove the air filter and any loose debris that may be inside the air filter compartment.
Page 164 if your vehicle is equipped with this feature, you can store and recall climate control settings for the temperature, the fan speed and the direction of the airflow. Memory buttons 1 and 2 are located on the driver’s door panel and correspond to the numbers 1 or 2 found on the back of each remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 165: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.
Page 168: Trip 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). You may wonder what happens if a vehicle has to have a new odometer installed.
Page 169: Tachometer (Analog Cluster Only)
English/Metric Button By pressing this button located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel, you can go back and forth from English (miles) to metric (kilometers). Other readings such as temperature, fuel and trip odometer also go back and forth between English and metric.
Page 170 When the key is turned to ON or START, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds. If the driver’s belt is already buckled, the light will come on briefly, but the...
Page 171: Charging System Light
If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. If the air Dag readiness light : ...y s on start your vehicle, means the air bag system may not be working properly.
Page 172 Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away.
Page 173: Brake System Warning And Parking Brake Indicator Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, the light(s) will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. If the light stays on, turn the ignition to OFF. Or, if the light comes on when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off.
Page 174 The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons: If there’s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control, the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on. If the traction control system is affected by an engine-related problem, the system will turn off and the warning light will come on.
Page 175: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage TEMP United States Canada (Analog Only) (Analog Only) This gage shows the 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 engine coolant 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 temperature. If the gage pointer moves into f i H the shaded area, the...
Page 176 This system is called OBB 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. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required.
Page 177 If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. If the light remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady”...
Page 178 Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SERVICE ENGINE SOON...
Page 179: Security Light
The light goes on when you turn your key to ON or START. It goes off once you start your engine. That’s a check to be sure the light works. If it doesn’t come on, be sure to have it fixed so it will be there to warn you if something goes wrong.
Page 180: Fuel Gage
This light comes on whenever the cruise control system is in use. It CRUISE will go out when the system is turned off. See “Cruise Control” under Turn Signa//Mu/tifunction Lever page 3-8 for more information. Fuel Gage -“‘ FUEL FUEL r=!.U RANGE Digital Cluster...
Page 181: Fuel Data Display (Digital Cluster Only)
Here are a few concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage. All of these situations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage: At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full.
Page 182 D r i Inin 8 H - Y V G I II IIU This display gives you the status of many of your vehicle's systems. The DIC is also used to display driver personalization features and warningktatus messages. All messages will appear in the DIC display, located at the bottom of the instrument panel cluster.
Page 183 AVG MPH (Average Miles per Hour): This message shows the average speed you have traveled at since the last time you reset the value. To reset the value, press the INFO button to display AVG MPH then press and hold the INFO RESET button until 0.0 AVG MPH is displayed.
Page 184 MPG INST (Instantaneous Miles per Gallon): This message shows the instantaneous fuel economy which varies with your driving eondiiions, suck as acceieraiion, braking and the grade of the road being traveled. The INFO RESET button does not function in this mode. Battery Volts: This message shows the current battery voltage.
Page 185: Dic Warnings And Messages
DIC Warnings and 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 problem.
Page 186 CHANGE ENG!NE OIL This meams that the life of the engine oil has expired and it should be changed within 200 miies. After an oii change, the Oii Life Indicator must be reset. See Oil Life Indicator on page 3-79. See Engine Oil on page 5-13. CHANGE TRANS FLUID 47: This message will appear when it is time to change the transaxle fluid.
Page 187 The correct tire inflation pressure should be set to those shown on the Tire Loading-Information Label, located on the rear edge of the driver’s door. For more information regarding proper tire inflation, see lnflation Pressure on page 5-61. If a tire is low, you should stop as soon as possible and inspect your tire(s) for damage.
Page 188 ENGINE COOLANT HOT, IDLE ENGINE message will appear when the engine coolant temperature is over 262°F (1 28°C). Stop and allow your vehicle to idle in PARK (P) until it cools down and the message is removed. Do not increase engine speed above a normal idle.
Page 189 PASSENGER DOOR AJAR 141: The right front passenger’s door is open or ajar when this message appears. The ignition must be in ON and the transaxle not in PARK (P) for this message to display. A chime will sound if the vehicle’s speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h).
Page 190 SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS 84: This message is displayed to indicate that the suspension system is not operating properly. To correct this problem, have your vehicle serviced at your dealership. SERVICE THEFT SYSTEM 34: This message means there is a problem with the PASS-Key@ Ill system. A fault has been detected in the system which means that the system is disabled and is not protecting the vehicle.
Page 191 THEFT ATTEMPTED This message is displayed if the theft system has detected a break-in attempt while you were away from your vehicle. TOP SPEED FUEL CUT-OFF appear when the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) detects that the maximum speed for your vehicle has been reached.
Page 192: Dic Vehicle Personalization
CIimate Controls and Radio System Personalization These features allow both drivers to personalize their own climate control settings as well as their radio settings. For more information, see Climate Controls Personalization on page 3-39 and Radio Personalization with Home and Away Feature on page 3- 102. DIC Vehicle Personalization Your vehicle is equipped with personalization capabilities that allows you to program certain features to a...
Page 193 Remote Recall Memory If your vehicle has the optional memory package, you will have this feature. This feature recalls any previously programmed seat and mirror controls when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed. The telescoping steering column (if equipped) will return to its programmed position when the key inserted in the ignition switch and turned to ON.
Page 194 Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, programmed to Mode 2. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed 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 195 Auto Exit Steering Wheel If your vehicle has the optional memory package, you may have this feature also. This feature will move the steering column to the driver’s previously programmed exit position when the ignition is turned off and the driver’s door is opened. Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF...
Page 196 Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to 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: Enter FEATURE PROGRAMMING following the...
Page 197 The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Horn Sounds at Lock This feature sounds the horn once when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used doors must be closed for this feature to work.
Page 198 PrQgrammable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 1. The mode to which ihe 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 199 Driver Unlock in PARK (P) This feature allows the driver’s door to automatically unlock when the vehicle is shifted into PARK (P). All other doors will remain locked until the unlock button on either front door armrest or on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed.
Page 200 Mode I : ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 2. 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: Enter FEATURE PROGRAMMING following the...
Page 201 Doors Unlock Key Off This feature will automatically unlock all doors when the ignition key is turned to OFF. Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to Mode 2. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory.
Page 202: Outside Curb View Assist Mirror
MBrror to Curb !!I Reverse If your vehicle has the optior;al memory package, you will have this feature. This feature will move the passenger’s outside rearview mirror to a curb view position when the shift lever is placed in REVERSE (R), and it will return the mirror to the last known driving position when the shift lever is moved out of REVERSE (R).
Page 203 Tire Pressure Display This feature will allow the individual tire pressure readings to be displayed when using the INFO button to scroll through the DIC displays. Even with this feature programmed to be turned off, a low or high tire pressure condition will still cause the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message to be displayed on the DIC.
Page 204: Oil Life Indicator
Oil Life Indicator This feature lets you know when to change the engine oil. It’s based on the engine oil temperatures and your driving patterns. Tc! see !he dlsp!ay, press the INFG buttor: s€?ve:al times until ENGINE OIL LIFE appears. If you see 99% ENGINE OIL LIFE, 99 percent of your current oil life remains.
Page 205: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delphi Electronics radio or other systems, and even damage them.
Page 206: Radio With Cassette And Cd (Base Level)
Radio with Cassette and CD (Base Level) XMTM Radio Satellite Service (USA Only): XMTM is a continental U S . based satellite radio service that offers 100 coast to coast channels including music, news, sports, talk and children's programming. XMTM provides digital quality audio and text information, including song title and artist name.
Page 207 Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to select weather, FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1, XM2 if your radio is equipped with XMTM Satellite Radio Service. TUNE SEEK Y : This button can be pressed to two positions, Press this button to the first position to manually tune to the next or to the previous stations.
Page 208 Setting the Tone (BassITreble) TONE: Press and release this button until the desired tone control (bass, treble or midrange) appears on the display. The radio keeps separate tone settings for each band, preset and source. EMEL After selecting the desired tone control, press the plus or minus symbol on this button to select the desired level.
Page 209 XMTM Radio Messaaes indicates content with explicit language. Your system is functioning correctly, but you are in a location that is blocking the XM signal. When you move into an open area, the signal should return. Loading XM Tune to another station. If this station was one of your may need to choose another station for that 3-84...
Page 210 Radio Display Message Category Name not available No CAT Info Radio ID label (channel 0) Unknown Radio ID not known (should only be if L - . * A . . u v v a l I l a 1 Check XM Receiver Hardware No category information is available at this time on this channel.
Page 211 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. A cassette tape may be loaded with the radio off but it will not start playing until the radio is on.
Page 212 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 213: Radio With Cassette And Cd (Up Level)
(Eject): Press this button, located to the right of the CD slot, to stop a CD when it is playing or to eject a CD when it is not playing. Eject may be activated with the radio off and/or the ignition off. Compact Disc Messages If the disc comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons:...
Page 214 This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and will only work when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly. If this happens- contact the radio station.
Page 215 Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to select weather, FMI, FM2, AM, or XMl, XM2 if your radio is equipped with XMTM Satellite Radio Service. TUNE SEEK Y : This button can be pressed to two positions. Press this button to the first position to manually tune to the next or to the previous stations.
Page 216 Setting the Tone (BassTTreble) TOME: Press and release this button until tone BASS, TREBLE or MIDRANGE 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 217 RDS Messages ALERT!: Alert warns of local or continental U.S.-based emergencies. When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station or a related network station, you will hear it, even if the volume is muted, a cassette tape or compact disc is playing, or if RDS mode is turned off.
Page 218 For XMTM (USA only, if your radio is equipped with XiviT:vi Sateiiite Rauio Service), press this button while in XM mode to retrieve various pieces of information related to the current song or channel. By pressing and releasing the MSG button, you may retrieve four different categories of information: Artist Name/Feature, SonglProgram Title, Channel Category that may be broadcast on ?hat channel.
Page 219 Radio Display Message XL on the radio display, XL (Explicit Language after the channel name, Channels) indicates content with explicit language. Updating encryption XM Updating code Loss of signal No XM signal Acquiring channel audio Loading XM (after 4 second delay) Channel not in service Channel Off Air Channel no longer...
Page 220 Radio Display Category Name not available Not Found No channel available for the chosen category Information No Texthformational message available XM Theftlocked Theft lock active XM Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) Unknown Radio ID not known (should only be if Check XM Receiver Hardware failure XMTM...
Page 221 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. A cassette tape may be loaded with the radio off but it will not start playing until the radio is on.
Page 222 Cassette Tape Messages If an error Qccurs while trying te play could be one of the following has occurred: 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 223 6 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to listen to the tracks in random instead of sequential order. RDM will appear on the display. Press RDM to turn random play. RDM will disappear from the display. SEEK Y : Press the up or the down arrow to seek to the next or to the previous track.
Page 225 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. 3-1 00 Close the door by sliding When the door is closed, the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine.
Page 226 Whenever a CD magazine with discs is loaded in the changer, ine CD cnanger symboi 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 227: Radio Personalization With Home And Away Feature
Compact Disc Changer Errors CD CHANGER ERROR: This message may be displayed for one of the following reasons: You’re driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the disc should play. The disc is dirty, scratched, wet or loaded label side up.
Page 228: Theft-Deterrent Feature
comes on, the away presets will be active. To select the home presets, press and hold RW for five seconds until y o ~ i hear a beep. The next time the radio comes on, the home presets will be active. When battery power is removed and later applied, you will not have to reset your home radio presets because the radio remembers them.
Page 229: Understanding Radio Reception
Understanding Radio Reception The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it.
Page 230 Your tape player should be cleaned regularly 50 hours of use. Your radio may display CLEAN TAPE to indicate that you have used your ‘rape piayer for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer. If this message appears on the display, your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned.
Page 231: Care Of Your Cds
Care of Your CDs Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge.
Page 232 Section 4 Your Driving. the Road. and Your Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Traction Control System (TCS) Continuous Variable Road Sensing Suspension (CVRSS) Steering Off-Road Recovery Passing Loss of Control Driving at Night Driving Your Vehicle Vehicle Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads ...
Page 233: Your Driving. The Road. And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle 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: They Are for Everyone on page 1-9. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.”...
Page 234 Many adults by some estimates, nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol, so they never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, it’s against the law in every U S . There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws.
Page 235 There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks.
Page 236 n driving is Drinking and ? r y Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness and judgement can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious-or even fatal-collision if you drive after drinking. Please don’t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking.
Page 237: Braking
Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second. But that’s only an average.
Page 238 Your vehic!e has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. When you start your engine and begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on, and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves a little.
Page 239 The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly.
Page 240: Traction Control System (Tcs)
Traction Control System (TCS) Your vehic!e has a traction control system that ! h i t s wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery road conditions. The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction.
Page 241: Continuous Variable Road Sensing Suspension (Cvrss)
To turn the system off, press the TRAC ON/OFF button located on the center console. (For vehicles with a column shift lever, the button is located at the end of the shift lever.) The TRACTION OFF message will display on the Driver Information Center.
Page 242: Steering
Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but will take much more effort. Magnetic Speed Variable Assist Steering System This system continuously adjusts the effort you feel when steering at all vehicle speeds.
Page 243 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 244: Off-Road Recovery
Off-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 ehnarlrl hn n ~ \ , a m a n t v n c n x , n n t <...
Page 245: Loss Of Control
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 246 Skidding In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not “overdriving” those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle’s three control systems.
Page 247: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be eyes impaired by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. 4-1 6 Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively.
Page 248 You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjtist to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little.
Page 249 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road and even people walking.
Page 250 Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can btiiid up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often.
Page 251: City Driving
City Driving 4-20 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 get to where you are going.
Page 252: Freeway Driving
Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, ..-. ~ " n v n c p , " , ' I , , F '"mn;1,nm . ~ ~ . - L : - L . - . - . . IIYI auycr v u v ~ I u y ~ ,...
Page 253: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according your speedometer, not to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are.
Page 254: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis condition Is there actually such a 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 255 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 256: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Eave your veilicie in gooa snape tor winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red coupie retiectlve warning triangles.
Page 257 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 258 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-!ock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See Braking on page Allow greater following distance on any slippery road.
Page 259 Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers. Tie a red cloth 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...
Page 260 Snow can trap exhaust gases unc,.’ vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You can’t see smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe.
Page 261: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You Are 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 262: Towing
Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle Roadside Service on page 7-5. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see Recreational Vehicle Towing following.
Page 263: Loading Your Vehicle
Dolly Towing Your vehicle can be towed using a dolly. To tow your vehicle using a dolly, follow these steps: 1. Put the front wheels on the dolly. 2. Put the vehicle in PARK (P). 3. Set the parking brake and then remove the key. 4.
Page 264 GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE G W R GAWR The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver's door. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo.
Page 265: Towing A Trailer
lings you p--- inside y r vs- icle can and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or a crash. Put things in the trunk of your vehicle. In a trunk, put them as far forward as you can. Try to spread the weight evenly.
Page 266 That’s the reason for this part. In it are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are important for y o ~ r safety and that of y w r passengers. So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer.
Page 267 7,200 Ibs. (3 273 kg). 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 48232-51 69...
Page 268 If you’re using a weight-carrying hitch or a weight-distributing hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should 15 percent of the teta! !caded trailer weigh 10 weight (B). After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper.
Page 269 Trailer Brakes Because you have anti-lock brakes, don’t try to tap into your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system. If you do, both brake systems won’t work well, or at all. If you tow more than 1,000 Ibs. (450 kg), use trailer brakes. Be sure to follow the instructions that come with the trailer or from the brake manufacturer.
Page 270 Turn Signals When Towing When you tow a trailer, your vekIc!e 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.
Page 271 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 272 Section Service Doing Your Own Service Work Adding Equipment to the Outside Vehicle Fuel Gasoline Octane Gasoline Specifications California Fuel ... Additives Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container ... Checking Things Under the Hood ... Hood Release Engine Compartment Overview ...
Page 273 Section 5 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ... 5-68 Wheel Replacement ... Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire ... Appearance Care ... Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Care of Safety Belts ... Weatherstrips ...
Page 275: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-10.
Page 276: Fuel
Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an importan: pad of the Droper maintenance of your vehicle. Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher. However, for best performance and for trailer towing, you may wish to use middle grade or premium unleaded gasoline.
Page 277: California Fuel
California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be affected.
Page 278: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank Fuel vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel. The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on driver’s side of your vehicle.
Page 279 An alternate fuel door release is located inside of the trunk on the driver’s side. Pull it to release While refueling, hang the fuel cap by the tether from the hook on the filler door. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise).
Page 280 When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
Page 281: Checking Things Under The Hood
Checking Things Under the Hood An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. 5-1 0 Things that burn can get on ho. ,,,,i n e and start a fire.
Page 282: Hood Release
Hood Release To lift the hood llse the foliowing steps: 1. Pull the lever inside the vehicle to open the hood. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. Vehicle without Night Vision shown 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever.
Page 284 A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6. Underhood Fuse Block C. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap D. Power Steering Fluid E. Engine Oil Fill Cap F. Engine Oil Dipstick G. Brake Master Cylinder H. Transaxle Fluid Cap and Dipstick I.
Page 285: Engine Compartment Overview
Checking Engine Oil It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick is located behind the radiator on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
Page 286 When to Add Engine If the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area of the dipstick, 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 5- 101 Notice: Don’t add too much oil.
Page 287 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. If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself, be sure...
Page 288 As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W-30 is the only viscosity grade recommended for your vehicle. You should look for and use only oils which have the API Starburst symbol and which are also identified as SAE 5W-30. If you cannot find such SAE 5W-30 oils, you can use an SAE IOW-30 oil which has the API Starburst symbol, if it's going to be 0°F (-18°C) or above.
Page 289 How to Reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Message The GM Oil Life SystemTM calculates when to change your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime your oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where you change your oil prior to a CHANGE ENGINE OIL message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) being turned on, reset the system.
Page 290 Engine Air CleanerFilter The engine air cleaner/filter is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle. For more information on location, see Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12. Be sure the engine has cooled before following these steps to replace the engine air cleaner/filter: 1.
Page 291 Follow these steps to reinstall the cover to the engine air cleanedfilter housing: 1. Align the three tabs located on the back of the cover with the three slots on the back of the housing. 2. Push the cover slightly down and towards the engine to engage the tabs in the slots and align the two wing screws.
Page 292 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 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 293: Engine Air Cleanedfilter
Checking the Fluid Level Prepare you vehicle as follows: Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range.
Page 294 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-15. If the fluid level low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick.
Page 295: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX-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. The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low.
Page 296 Adding only water to your cooling pain 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. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn’t get the overheat warning.
Page 297 Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure even a little when the engine and radiator are hot. The vehicle must be on a level surface.
Page 298: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Coolant Surae Tank Pressure Cata Notice: Your pressure cap a pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. See “Capacities and Specifications” for more information. Engine Overheating You will find an ENGINE COOLANT HOT, IDLE ENGINE message or an ENGINE OVERHEATED, STOP ENGINE message displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC).
Page 299 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine m 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 CAUTION: (Continued) 5-28 everyone away from the vehicle until it cools...
Page 300 If No Steam Is Corning Engine An overheat warning, along with a low coolant message, can indicate a serious problem. See DlC Warnings and Messages on page 3-60. If you get an engine overheat warning with no low coolant message, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 301: 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 Cooling Fans 5-30 An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
Page 302 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. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
Page 303 no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add coolant as follows: Steam and scalding l i q u i , , from a hot cool system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little can come out at high speed.
Page 304 v e h l r ; coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn’t get the overheat warning. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned.
Page 305 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper 2. Then keep turning the cap, but now push down as cold mixture to the full fill mark on the side of you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. the coolant surge tank. 5-34...
Page 306 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower.
Page 307: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located next to the underhood fuse block on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. 5-36 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 308: 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 309: Brakes
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview page 5-12. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down.
Page 310 What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6- 15. Always clean the brake fluid resewsir cap and the area around the cap before removing keep dirt from entering reservoir.
Page 311 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 312: Battery
For example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle, the balance between your front and rear brakes can change braking performance you’ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts.
Page 313 To be sure the vent hose (A) is properly attached, the vent hose connectors (B) must be securely reattached to the vent outlets (C) on each side of the battery, and the vent assembly grommet (D) must be secured to the floor pan (E).
Page 314: Jump Starting
Jump Starting If you cannot start your vehicle afid you are unabie remove your key from the ignition, see Shift Lock Release under Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2-27. If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle.
Page 315 Notice; If you leave your radio on, it could be badly damaged. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or in the accessory power outlets. Turn off the radio and all lamps that aren’t needed.
Page 316 Using a mat& -.ear a --ttery can cause ,-ttery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You don’t need to add water to the ACDelco@ battery installed in your new vehicle.
Page 317 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could also be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) or to a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.
Page 318 8 ; Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal location of the vehicle with the good battery. Use a remote negative (-) terminal if the vehicle has one. Don’t let the other end of the cable touch anything until the next step.
Page 319 Nofke: Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly. To prevent electrical shorting, take care that the cables don’t touch each other or any other metal. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Jumper Cable Removal A.
Page 320 Your vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system equipped with horizontal aim indicators. The aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment. This is true even though your horizontal aim indicators may not fall exactly on the (zero) marks on their scales.
Page 321: Headlamp Horizontal Aiming
Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle low-beam lamps. The high-beam lamps will be correctly aimed if the low-beam lamps are aimed properly. The headlamp aiming devices are under the hood near the headlamps. If you believe your headlamps need horizontal (IeWright) adjustment, follow the horizontal aiming procedure.
Page 322 1. Find the aim dot on the lens of the low beam lamps. 2. Measure the distance from the ground to the aim dot on each lamp; if left low beam, subtract two inches. Record this distance. 3. At the wall or other flat surface, measure from the A:-+---- ~ ~ n \ ~ r o r r l vnc-nr,JnA...
Page 323 6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 for the opposite headlamp. 5. Turn the vertical aiming screw (C) until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line. The top edge of the cut-off should be positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line. 5-52...
Page 324: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulb, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-58. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs H,.age., ,,,bs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured.
Page 325 3. Remove the two bolts at the top of the headlamp assembly. 4. Loosen the bolt at the bottom of the headlamp assembly. 5-54 5. Use a tool to help pry the headlamp assembly away from the vehicle.
Page 326 6. Firmly grasp the outboard side of the headlamp assembly with both hands and pull hard enough so that the whole assembly separates from the vehicle. Remove the bulb socket dust cover. 8. Turn the headlamp housing socket counterclockwise to unlock the socket from the lamp housing.
Page 327 9. Pull the old bulb out of Install the new bulb into the socket. Make sure that the bulb is locked in firmly. Reinstall the headlamp housing socket into the headlamp assembly. Reinstall the headlamp assembly by reversing Steps 2 through 6. 5-56 To reinstall the filler panel, do the following: the socket.
Page 328: Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Parking And Cornering Lamps
Front Turn Sianal, Sidemarker, Parking and Cornering Lamps 1. The turn signal lamps are located beside the headlamp bulbs. To access, lift off the bulb socket dust cover. See Steps 1 through 6 under Headlamps on page 5-53. 2. Press the tab down and turn the housing socket clockwise to unlock the socket from the lamp housing.
Page 329: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (Chmsl)
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) It is recommended that this component be replaced as a unit. See your dealer. Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps It is recommended that this component be replaced a unit. See your dealer. 5-58 Replacement Bulbs For any bulb not listed here, contact your dealer. Lower High Beam Upper Low Beam 9005...
Page 330: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield B!ade wioer I ’ Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” under At Least Twice a Year on page 6-10. It’s a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly on a regular basis or when worn.
Page 331: Tires
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Cadillac Warranty booklet for details. Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
Page 332: Inflation
Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label, which is located or! the rear edge of the driver’s side rear 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 333: Tire Pressure Monitor System
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. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they’re underinflated. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture.
Page 334 Once a low or high tire pressure condition is detected, the TPM system will display the CHECK TIRE MESSAGE each time the engine is started, until the tire(s) are set to the correct inflation pressure. The Tire-Loading Information Label, which is located on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressure for the tires on your vehicle.
Page 335: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 7,500 miles (12 500 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-65 and Wheel Replacement page 5-69 for more information.
Page 336 Rust or dirt a wheel, Ir on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 337: 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 338: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Gradina Quality grades can be fcrund where app!icab!e or! 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 339: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
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 340: Wheel Replacement
Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these conditions exist.
Page 341: Tire Chains
Used Replacement Wheels L A i n g a u , , d wheel your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel.
Page 342 Notice: If your vehicle has a tire size other than P235/55R17 size tires, use tire chains only where legal and ~ n l l y when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires.
Page 343: 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. a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
Page 344 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. Instructions for changing your tires are on the inside of the tire cover located in your trunk. To gain access to the instructions, spare tire and jacking equipment, do the following: Press the area at the front of the handle...
Page 345 3. Unscrew the wing nuts to remove the container that holds the wrench and jack. 4. Remove the wheel wrench, jack and compact spare tire from the trunk. See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-83 for more information about the compact spare tire.
Page 346 Removing the Wheel Covers Models with Center Wheel Cover For models having aluminum wheels with a center wheel cover, use the flat end of the wheel wrench to gently pry the wheel covers off. Be careful not to scratch edse 3!nminnm ?nlhee! de:? SRZ!
Page 347 - . I 8.5 INCHES INCHES (21 cm) (8.5 cm) 2. Find the jacking location from the diagrams above and corresponding hoisting notches located in the plastic molding. The front location is 8.5 inches (21 cm) from the rear edge of the front wheel well, and the rear location is 3.5 inches (8.5 cm) from the front edge of the rear wheel well.
Page 348 tting under a veh.-.e whe.. dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. is supported only by a jack. a vehicle when Raising your -.Iicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.
Page 349 8. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 350 9. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. on with the rounded 11. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub.
Page 351 12. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross 13. If your vehicle is equipped with wheel nut covers, screw them on with your fingers, then tighten one-quarter turn with the wheel wrench. 5-80 sequence as shown. Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off.
Page 352 Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead io brake puisation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. See “Capacities and Specifications” in the index for the wheel nut torque specification.
Page 353 Storing the Spare Tire and Tools Storing a jack, a tire or other 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. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can.
Page 354: 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 355: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flames 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.
Page 356 FabricICarpet Your dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric and carpet. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. See GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-90. Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.
Page 357 Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do this more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and vinylheather cleaner.
Page 358: Care Of Safety Belts
Wood Panels Use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use mild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth. 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 359 Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap. Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents.
Page 360 Windshield and BIades Wiroer 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-strength glass cleaning liquid.
Page 361: Finish Damage
Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials avaliable from your dealer or other service outlets.
Page 362 GM Vehicle CarelAppearance Materials (cont’d) Description Chrome Cleaner and Use on chrome or Polish stainless steel. White Sidewall Tire Removes soil and black Cleaner marks from whitewalls. Cleans vinyl tops, Vinyl Cleaner upholstery and convertible tops. Removes dirt, grime, Glass Cleaner smoke and fingerprints.
Page 363: Vehicle Identification
Vehicle 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.
Page 364: Electrical System
Electrical Svstem 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 the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 365: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse.
Page 366 Fuses Assemblv Line Diaanostic Work Accessory Windshield Wipers Used Headlamp Low Beam Left Headlamp Low Beam Right Instrument Panel Usage Fuses Usage Headlamp Hiah Beam Left ignition Fog Lamps Transmission Cruise Control Coil Module lniector Bank Not Used Not Used Powertrain Control Module Ignition Oxvgen Sensor Injector Bank...
Page 367: Removing The Rear Seat Cushion
Relavs Headlamp High Beam Headlamp Low Beam Fog Lamps Daytime Running Lamps Horn Air Conditioner Clutch Not Used Accessory Not Used Starter 1 Cooling Fan 1 lanition 1 Cooling Fan Series/Parallel Cooling Fan 2 Circuit Breakers Starter The spare fuses are located in numbers 48 through 52. The fuse puller is located in number 53.
Page 368 To reinstall the rear seat cushion, do the following: A s;_.-ty L-.t th >rope route- _hrough the seat cushion or is twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. If the safety belt CAUT:o::: hasn’t been rourea rnrougn rne sear all, it won’t be there to work for the next passenger.
Page 369 Rear Underseat Fuse Block The rear fuse block is located under the rear seat on the driver’s side. The rear seat cushion must be removed to access the rear fuse block. See Removing the Rear Seat Cushion on page 5-96. To access the fuse block, push in the two tabs located at each end of the fuse block cover.
Page 370 Body Export Lights, Power Locks Continuous Variable Suspension Park Brake Rear Defoa Not Used Road Sensing 5-99...
Page 371 Relays Fuel Pump Parkina Lamm Ignition 1 Park Brake A Park Brake B Park Shift Interlock Reverse Lamps Retained Accessory Power for Sunroof Reverse Lockout Suspension Dampers Ignition 3 Fuel Tank Door Release Interior Lamps Trunk Release Not Used Lock, Cylinder Automatic Level Control Compressor Cigar Lighter Rear Defog...
Page 372 3HOa 3HOa 081P 8-9-S-P-&-L-I- 8-9-E;-P-E-L-Z-...
Page 373: Capacities And Specifications
Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Use Refrigerant Oil, R134a Systems 13.0 Cooling System Engine Oil with Filter Fuel Tank Transaxle Wheel Nut Torque All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual.
Page 375 NOTES 5-1 04...
Page 376 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule ... Introduction ... Your Vehicle and the Environment ... Maintenance Requirements ... How This Section is Organized ... 6-3 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ... 6-4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule Scheduled Maintenance ... -6-4 Part B: Owner Checks and Services At Each Fuel Fill At Least Once a Month ...
Page 377 Maintenance Schedule Introduction IMPORTANT: KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANCE AS RECOMMENI 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. Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the...
Page 378 This maintenance schedule is divided into five paris: “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 ilified service center do these jobs.
Page 379 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services This part contains engine oil scheduled maintenance which explains the engine oil life system and how indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. Also, listed are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified. Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in good working condition.
Page 380 Footnotes The U S . Environmental Protection Agency California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completim of the vehicle 's useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.
Page 381 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Rotate tires. See Tire lnspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 15,000 Miles 000 km) 0 Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions.
Page 382 50,000 Miles (83 000 km! 0 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. In hilly or mountainous terrain. When doing frequent trailer towing.
Page 383 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often.
Page 384 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 385 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 386 1C+arfnU Sw:+?h Check - m - When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake.
Page 387 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to OFF in each shift lever position. The key should turn to OFF only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in OFF.
Page 388 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). should let your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 389 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. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended at least once a year.
Page 390 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 with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Engine Oil of the proper viscosity.
Page 391 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record 6-1 6...
Page 392 Maintenance Record (Cont’d) 6-1 7...
Page 393 Maintenance Record (cont’d)
Page 394 Section 7 Customer Assistance Information ... Customer Satisfaction Procedure ... Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (PTY) Users ... Customer Assistance Off ices ... GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities Roadside Service ... Customer Assistance Information 7. 2 Courtesy Transportation Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian...
Page 395 Information 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 396 To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Cadillac by dialing: 1 -800-833-CMCC (2622). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)
Page 397 United States Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box 33169 Detroit, MI 48232-51 69 1-800-458-8006 1-800-833-2622 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-882-1 1 12 Fax Number: 313-381 -0022 From Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) Fax Number: 313-381 -0022 From U S .
Page 398 1-800-263-3830. 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 technician who can provide on-site service.
Page 399 30 mile (50 km) radius of a participating Cadillac dealership. If beyond this radius, we will arrange to have your car towed to the nearest Cadillac dealership. Reaching Roadside Service Dial the toll-free Roadside Service number: 1-800-882-1 11 2.
Page 400 Courtesy Transportation Cadillac has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail...
Page 401 Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained, at actual cost, up to a maximum of $37.00 per day supported by receipts.
Page 402 R(lotQrs In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-458-8006, or write: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.9. 13% 33!% Detroit, MI 48232-51 69 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 403 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.
Page 404 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle. ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Monday-Friday 8:OO AM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-Mastercard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc.
Page 406 Accessory Power Outlets Adaptive Seat Controls Adding Washer Fluid Additional Program Information Additives, Fuel Add-on Electrical Equipment Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Air Bag Readiness Light ... Air Bag Systems How Does an Air Bag Restrain? Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ... 1-59 What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates?
Page 407 Halogen Bulbs ... Headlamp Aiming ... Headlamps Replacement Bulbs ... Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps 4-38 Buying New Tires ... 5-41 3-21 Cadillac Owner PrivilegesTM 4-22 California Fuel 6-10 Canada ... Canadian Owners 2-32 Capacities and Specifications ... 6-1 4 Carbon Monoxide ...
Page 408: Center Console Storage Area
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player CD Player CDS ... Cassette Tape Messages Cassette Tape Player Service ... CD Changer, Gbvebox-Mounted Cellular Phone Usage Cellular Telephone, Storage Area Center Console Storage Area Unit ... Center Flex Storage Center Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ... Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ...
Page 409 Climate Control System (cont.) Outlet Adjustment ... Rear ... Steering Wheel Controls ... Climate Controls, DIC Personalization Compact Disc Changer Errors ... Compact Disc Messages Compact Spare Tire ... Compass Calibration ... Compass Operation ... Compass Variance ... Console Shift Lever ... Continuous Variable Road Sensing Suspension (CVRSS) ...
Page 410: Climate Controls And Radio System Personalization
Door Central Door Unlocking System ... Locks ... Power Door Locks ... Programmable Automatic Door Locks Rear Door Security Locks Doors Lock in Gear ... Doors Unlock in PARK (P) Doors Unlock Key Off ... Driver Position, Safety Belt ... Driver Information Center (DIC) ...
Page 411 Engine (cont.) Exhaust Overheating Starting Engine Coolant Level Check ... Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing ... 4-40 Engine Oil Additives ... Engine Oil Level Check ... Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance ... Engine Speed Limiter ... English/Metric Button ... Entering Feature Programming ... Entry Lighting ...
Page 412 Fuel ... Additives ... California Fuel ... Data Display ... Filling a Portable Fuel Container ... 5-9 Filling Your Tank ... 5-7 Fuels in Foreign Countries ... Gage ... Gasoline Octane Gasoline Specifications ... System Inspection Full Floor Console Storage Area Fuses Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...
Page 413 Heated Seats ... Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Hitches HomeLink Transmitter, Programming ... 2-48 HomeLink@ Transmitter ... Hood Checking Things Under ... Release Horn Horn Sounds at Lock ... How the System Works How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank ... 5-31 How to Add Fluid How to Check ...
Page 414 Instrument Panel ... 3-40 Ciuster Overview ... Storage Area ... Instrument Panel Brightness Interior Lamps Interior Plastic Components Jump Starting ... Key in Recall Memory Key Lock Cylinders Service Keyless Entry System Keys Lamps Exterior Interior Lamps on Reminder Unlock Lap Belt Lap-Shoulder Belt ...
Page 415 Lockout Protection Locks Central Door Unlocking System ... Door Leaving Your Vehicle Lockout Protection Power Door ... Programmable Automatic Door Locks Rear Door Security Locks ... Loss of Control Lumbar Massaging Controls ... Power Controls ... Lumbar Controls, Rear Power Magnetic Speed Variable Assist Steering System ...
Page 416 Message n * A Warnings ana Messages Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/ Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) Mirror Operation Mirror to Curb In Reverse ... Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview with Automatic Dimming Rearview with and Compass Memory Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror Outside Convex Mirror...
Page 417 Parade Dimming Park Aid ... Park (P) Shifting Into ... Shifting Out of Parking Assist ... Brake ... Brake Indicator Light ... Over Things That Burn ... Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park (P) Mechanism Check ... Parking on Hills ... Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services ...
Page 418: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Radios Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ... 3-104 Care of Your CD Player Care of Your CDs DIC Personalization Glovebox-Mounted CD Changer ... Navigation System Radio Personalization with Home and Away Feature Radio with Cassette and CD Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) Setting the Time for...
Page 419: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
Restraint Systems Checking Replacing Parts Restraints. Head Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ... 2-24 Right Front Passenger Position. Safety Belts Roadside Service Roadside Service Availability Roadside Service for the Hearing or Speech Impaired Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out ... 4-30 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ...
Page 420: Sun Visors
Service Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ... 5-4 Doing Your Own Work Engine Soon Light Publications Ordering Information Service Bulletins Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada Service Manuals Setting Preset Stations ...
Page 421 Tachometer Taillamps Turn Signal. and Stoplamps TCS Warning Light Testing the Alarm Theft-Deterrent, Radio ... Theft-Deterrent Systems ... PASS-Key@ I l l ... PASS-Key@ Ill Operation Throttle System Inspection Tilt Wheel Tire Inflation Check Tire Pressure Display Tires Buying New Tires Chains ...
Page 422 Umbrella Holder Underbody Flushing Service Underhood Fuse Block Understanding Radio Reception Uniform Tire Quality Grading United States Used Replacement Wheels Using Cleaner on Fabric Using Digital Signal Processing (DSP) ... 3-91 Using HomeLink@ Ustrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) Valet Lockout Switch Vehicle Control Damage Warnings...
Page 423 When You Are Ready to Leave After a Hill Where to Put the Restraint Safety Belts Work Window Lockout ... Windows Power Windshield and Wiper Blades ... Windshield Washer ... Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check ... 6-9 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...

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