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User Manuals: Cadillac 1998 DeVille Used Sedan Car
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Cadillac 1998 DeVille Used Sedan Car manual available for free PDF download: Owner's Manual
Cadillac 1998 DeVille Owner's Manual (387 pages)
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Cadillac
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 22 MB
Table of Contents
Index
12
Safety Warnings and Symbols
12
Vehicle Damage Warnings
13
Vehicle Symbols
14
Seats and Restraint Systems
16
Seats and Seat Controls
17
Power Seats
17
Power Lumbar Control
18
Memory Seat and Mirrors
18
Heated Front Seat
19
Reclining Front Seatbacks
19
Head Restraints
20
Safety Belt
21
Why Safety Belts Work
22
Questions about Safety Belts - and the Answers
25
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
26
Adults
26
Driver Position
26
Lap-Shoulder Belt
26
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
28
Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment
29
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
35
Right Front Passenger Position
36
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) Systems
36
How the Air Bag Systems Work
39
What Are the Air Bags?
39
When Should an Air Bag Inflate?
41
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate?
41
How Does an Air Bag Restrain?
41
What will You See after an Air Bag Inflates?
42
Center Passenger Position
44
Servicing Your Air-Bag Equipped Vehicle
44
Lap-Belt
44
Rear Seat Passengers
46
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
46
Children
49
Smaller Children and Babies
49
Child Restraints
52
Where to Put the Restraint
56
Top Strap
57
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position
58
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position
60
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
62
Larger Children
65
Safety Belt Extender
68
Checking Your Restraint Systems
68
Replacing Restraint System Parts after a Crash
68
Features and Controls
72
Keys
73
Door Locks
75
Central Door Unlocking System
76
Power Door Locks
76
Automatic Door Locks
76
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
76
Rear Door Security Locks
77
Anti-Lockout Feature
77
Leaving Your Vehicle
78
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
78
Operation
79
Matching Transmitter(S) to Your Vehicle
79
Battery Replacement
80
Trunk
81
Trunk Lock Release
82
Trunk Storage System
82
To Install the Storage System
83
Trunk Lid Automatic Pull-Down Feature
84
Theft
85
Key in the Ignition
85
Parking at Night
85
Parking Lots
85
Theft-Deterrent System
86
Testing the Alarm
87
Valet Lockout Button
87
Pass-Key II
88
New Vehicle "Break-In"
89
Ignition Positions
89
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
90
Starting Your Engine
91
Engine Coolant Heater
92
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
93
Automatic Transaxle Operation
94
Parking Brake
97
Shifting into Park
99
Steering Column Shift Lever
99
Console Shift Lever
100
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
101
Torque Lock
101
Shifting out of Park
102
Parking over Things that Burn
102
Engine Exhaust
103
Running Your Engine While You're Parked
103
Power Windows
104
Tilt Wheel
105
Horn
105
Express-Down Window
105
Rear Window Lockout
105
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
106
Turn and Lane Change Signals
106
Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer
106
Flash-To-Pass
107
Windshield Wipers
107
Rainsense Wipers
108
Windshield Washer
109
Cruise Control
110
Setting Cruise Control
111
Resuming a Set Speed
111
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
112
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
112
Using Cruise Control on Hills
112
Erasing Speed Memory
112
Exterior Lamps
113
Wiper Activated Headlampss
113
Lamps on Reminder
114
Daytime Running Lamps
114
Fog Lamps
115
Cornering Lamps
115
Twilight Sentinel
115
Light Sensor
116
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
117
Interior Lamps
117
Courtesy Lamps
117
Illuminated Entry
117
Parade Dimming
118
Reading Lamps
118
Map Lamps
118
Mirrors
119
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver
119
Storage Mode Personalization
119
Electrochromatic Day/Night Rearview Mirror
119
Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror with Compass
120
Mirror Operation
120
Time Delay
120
Compass Operation
121
Compass Variance
122
Power Remote Control Mirror
123
Driver's Outside Auto-Diming Rearview Mirror
123
Compass Calibration
123
Curb View Assist Mirror
124
Convex Outside Mirror
124
Storage Compartments
125
Glove Box
125
Map Pocket
125
Center Console Storage Area
125
Rear Storage Armrest
126
Convenience Net
126
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
126
Sun Visors
127
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror
127
Illuminated Rear Seat Visor Vanity Mirror
127
Onstar System
128
Assist Handles
128
Umbrella Holder
128
Floor Mats
128
Astroroof
129
Universal Transmitter
130
Programming the Transmitter
130
Operating the Transmitter
131
Training a Garage Door Opener with "Rolling Codes"
132
Erasing Channels
132
Accessories
132
Instrument Panel
133
Digital Cluster
135
Analog Cluster
136
Speedometer and Odometer
137
Trip Odometer
137
English/Metric Display
137
Vehicle Speed Limiter
137
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
138
Tachometer
138
Engine Speed Limiter
138
Safety Belt Reminder Light
139
Air Bag Readiness Light
139
Charging System Indicator Light
140
Brake System Warning Light
140
Parking Brake Indicator Light
141
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
142
Traction Control System Warning Light
143
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
143
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
144
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
144
If the Light Is Flashing
145
If the Light Is on Steady
146
Oil Pressure Light
147
Fuel Gage
148
Fuel Data Panel
149
Driver Information Center (DIC)
150
Digital Control Buttons
150
Analog Control Buttons
152
Info Reset
152
Mpg Avg
152
Gal Fuel Used
152
DIC Messages
153
Timer
153
Apply Brake to Shift
153
Battery Not Charging
153
Battery Voltage High
154
Battery Voltage Low
154
Brake Vacuum Problem
154
Change Trans Fluid
154
Check Coolant Level
155
Check Fuel Gauge
155
Check Gas Cap
155
Check Oil Level
155
Engine Hot - A/C off
156
Engine Misfire, Ease off Gas Pedal
156
Engine Power Reduced
156
Fuel Level Low
156
Low-Refrig A/C off
157
Monitored Systems OK
157
Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine
157
Options Not Set
157
Service Air Bag
158
Service Brake Fluid Switch
158
Service Charging System
158
Service Fuel System
158
Stability Engaged
159
SERV Stability Sys
159
Starting Disabled, Remove Key
159
Theft System Problem, Car May Not Restart
159
Traction Engaged
160
Traction Ready
160
Traction Suspended
160
Trans Fluid Reset
160
Programmable, Memory and Personalization Features
161
Door Lock in Gear
162
Door Unlock in Park
162
Driver Unlock in Park
162
Doors Unlock Key off
162
Lock/Unlock Confirmation
163
Remote Recall Memory
164
Curb View Mirror
164
Home and Away Feature
165
Climate Control Personalization
165
Radio Personalization
166
Continual Variable - Road Sensing Suspension
166
Oil Life Indicator
167
Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
168
Comfort Controls
169
Digital Cluster Climate Control Panel
169
Fan Button
169
Driver's Side Temperature Button
170
Passenger's Side Temperature Knob
170
Outside Temperature Display
170
Mode Controls
170
Manual Operation
172
Recirculation
172
Fan Speeds
172
Defrost
172
Analog Cluster Climate Control Panel
173
Driver's Side Temperature Knob
173
Mode Button
174
Automatic Operation
174
Electronic Solar Sensor
176
Air Conditioning
177
Heating
177
Ventilation System
178
Defogging and Defrosting
179
Rear Window Defogger
179
Ventilation Tips
179
HVAC Steering Wheel Controls
180
Audio Systems
181
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player
181
Setting the Clock
181
Playing the Radio
181
Finding a Station
182
Setting the Tone
183
Adjusting the Speakers
183
Playing a Cassette Tape
183
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player
185
Playing a Compact Disc
188
Using RDS Mode
191
Pushbuttons
193
Radio Data Systems Program Type Selections
198
Trunk Mounted CD Changer
199
CD Adapter Kits
203
Theft-Deterrent Feature
204
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
204
Understanding Radio Reception
205
Am
205
FM Stereo
205
Tips about Your Audio System
205
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
206
Care of Your Compact Discs
207
Care of Your Compact Disc Player
208
Power Antenna Mast Care
208
Your Driving and the Road
212
Defensive Driving
213
Drunken Driving
214
Control of a Vehicle
217
Braking
217
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
218
Traction Control System
220
Using Anti-Lock
220
Braking in Emergencies
221
Power Steering
221
Magnasteer
221
Steering Tips
221
Steering in Emergencies
222
Off-Road Recovery
223
Passing
224
Loss of Control
225
Skidding
225
Driving at Night
226
Night Vision
227
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
228
Hydroplaning
230
Driving through Deep Standing Water
230
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
230
City Driving
231
Freeway Driving
232
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
233
Highway Hypnosis
234
Hill and Mountain Roads
234
Winter Driving
236
Driving on Snow or Ice
237
If You're Caught in a Blizzard
238
Loading Your Vehicle
240
Towing a Trailer
242
Electronic Level Control
242
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer
243
Weight of the Trailer
244
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
245
Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires
245
Hitches
246
Safety Chains
246
Trailer Brakes
246
Trailer Wiring Harness
247
Driving with a Trailer
247
Backing up
248
Making Turns
248
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
248
Driving on Grades
248
Parking on Hills
249
When You Are Ready to Leave after Parking on a Hill
249
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
249
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
249
Problems on the Road
250
Hazard Warning Flashers
251
Other Warning Devices
252
Jump Starting
252
Towing Your Vehicle
257
Front Towing
260
Rear Towing
262
Engine Overheating
264
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
264
If Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
265
If no Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
266
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
269
If a Tire Goes Flat
273
Changing a Flat Tire
273
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
274
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools
281
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools
282
Compact Spare Tire
283
If You're Stuck: in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
284
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
285
Service and Appearance Care
288
Fuel
290
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
290
Fuels in Foreign Countries
292
Filling Your Tank
292
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
295
Checking Things under the Hood
295
Hood Release
296
Underhood Lamp
298
Engine Oil
298
Checking Engine Oil
299
When to Add Engine Oil
299
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
300
Engine Oil Additives
301
When to Change Engine Oil
301
Air Cleaner
302
How to Reset the Oil Life Indicator
302
What to Do with Used Oil
302
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
305
How to Check
306
How to Add Fluid
307
How to Reset Transaxle Fluid
308
Change Indicator
308
Engine Coolant
309
What to Use
310
Checking Coolant
311
Surge Tank Pressure Cap
312
Adding Coolant
312
Thermostat
312
Power Steering Fluid
313
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
313
How to Check Power Steering Fluid
313
Windshield Washer Fluid
313
Adding Washer Fluid
314
Brakes
315
Brake Fluid
315
What to Add
316
Brake Wear
317
Brake Pedal Travel
317
Brake Adjustment
317
Replacing Brake System Parts
318
Battery
318
Vehicle Storage
318
Bulb Replacement
319
Halogen Bulbs
319
Headlamps
319
Front Turn Signal Lamps
321
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
322
Rear Turn Signal Lamps and Taillamps
323
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
325
Headlamp Aiming
325
Tires
328
Inflation - Tire Pressure
328
Tire Inspection and Rotation
330
Buying New Tires
331
When It's Time for New Tires
331
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
332
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
333
Treadwear
333
Traction - AA, A, B, C
333
Temperature - A, B, C
333
Wheel Replacement
334
Tire Chains
335
Used Replacement Wheels
335
Appearance Care
336
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
336
Using Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric
337
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
337
Cleaning Vinyl
337
Cleaning Leather
338
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
338
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components
338
Cleaning Wood Panels
338
Cleaning Glass Surfaces
339
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades
339
Weatherstrips
339
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
339
Finish Care
340
Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Wheels
341
Cleaning Tires
341
Sheet Metal Damage
341
Finish Damage
342
Underbody Maintenance
342
Chemical Paint Spotting
342
Appearance Care Materials Chart
343
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
344
Engine Identification
344
Service Parts Identification Label
344
Electrical System
344
Headlamp Wiring
345
Windshield Wiper Fuses
345
Power Windows and Other Power Options
345
Maxifuses/Relay Center
345
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
347
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
348
Rear Compartment Fuse Block
351
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
354
Normal Maintenance
354
Replacement Parts
354
Customer Assistance Information
356
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
357
Roadside Service
360
Roadside Service Availability
362
Reaching Roadside Service
362
Roadside Service for the Heating or Speech Impaired
362
Transportation Options
364
Shuttle Service
364
Courtesy Vehicle
364
Miscellaneous Service
364
Owner Responsibilities
365
GM Participation in an Alternative Dispoute Resolution Program
366
Reporting Safety Defects
367
Station Checkpoints
385
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