Owner's Manual
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...safety and vehicledamage warnings and symbols. It also explains the "SIR' system. ... I Here you have a problem while driving, suchas a flat tire, or engine overheating, etc. Service and Appearance Care Here themanual tells you how to drive under different conditions. Section 2... helpful information and tips about the road and how to use your seats and safety belts properly. Section 4 - This Cadillac Manual is divided into major sections. Problems on "Reporting Safety Defects", see Owner Assistance, Page 5. Introduction - Section 6 - Section 5 - Section 3 - ...
...safety and vehicledamage warnings and symbols. It also explains the "SIR' system. ... I Here you have a problem while driving, suchas a flat tire, or engine overheating, etc. Service and Appearance Care Here themanual tells you how to drive under different conditions. Section 2... helpful information and tips about the road and how to use your seats and safety belts properly. Section 4 - This Cadillac Manual is divided into major sections. Problems on "Reporting Safety Defects", see Owner Assistance, Page 5. Introduction - Section 6 - Section 5 - Section 3 - ...
Owner's Manual
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...you followthese guidelines: Don't drive at any one speed -- Don't make full-throttle starts. P If you're ever driving and you get the THEFT SYSTEM PROBLEM CAR MAY NOT RESTART messageyou will perform better in ." But it off. r r i 200 Avoid making hard stops for the first500 miles (804 km)..... fast orslow -- During this "breaking-in . If you lose or damage aPASS-Key@IIignition ke , see your Cadillac dealer or alocksmith whocan service PASS-Key I1 to restart your engine if you turn it will be serviced by your new brake linings aren't yet broken in " guideline every time you...
...you followthese guidelines: Don't drive at any one speed -- Don't make full-throttle starts. P If you're ever driving and you get the THEFT SYSTEM PROBLEM CAR MAY NOT RESTART messageyou will perform better in ." But it off. r r i 200 Avoid making hard stops for the first500 miles (804 km)..... fast orslow -- During this "breaking-in . If you lose or damage aPASS-Key@IIignition ke , see your Cadillac dealer or alocksmith whocan service PASS-Key I1 to restart your engine if you turn it will be serviced by your new brake linings aren't yet broken in " guideline every time you...
Owner's Manual
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If the ignition ison, thebrake system warning light come on the manual release lever, as shown. If it fixed. will When you moveout of "P" (Park) or "N" (Neutral), if your engine is running, your parking brake should have it doesn't, have a parking brake problem and should you can still release your parking brake. Inthe meantime, you go off. To set the parking brake: Hold the regular brake pedal down the parking brake pedal with your rightfoot. Push down with your leftfoot. Just pull on .
If the ignition ison, thebrake system warning light come on the manual release lever, as shown. If it fixed. will When you moveout of "P" (Park) or "N" (Neutral), if your engine is running, your parking brake should have it doesn't, have a parking brake problem and should you can still release your parking brake. Inthe meantime, you go off. To set the parking brake: Hold the regular brake pedal down the parking brake pedal with your rightfoot. Push down with your leftfoot. Just pull on .
Owner's Manual
Page 146
...the vehicle on, towed for service. It may notice that the pedal is still have a brake problem. Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLight With anti-lock,this light will stay on if your engine and may go closer to push. Or, the pedal may stay on forseveral seconds. Driving with... brake system warning light also come on, have the vehicle towed for service. (See "Towing Your Cadillac" in Index.) the A CAUTIEON Your brake systemmay not be a brake problem. Have your parking brake is a problem. If the light doesn't come on can lead to stop carefully. If it means you driving, ...
...the vehicle on, towed for service. It may notice that the pedal is still have a brake problem. Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLight With anti-lock,this light will stay on if your engine and may go closer to push. Or, the pedal may stay on forseveral seconds. Driving with... brake system warning light also come on, have the vehicle towed for service. (See "Towing Your Cadillac" in Index.) the A CAUTIEON Your brake systemmay not be a brake problem. Have your parking brake is a problem. If the light doesn't come on can lead to stop carefully. If it means you driving, ...
Owner's Manual
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... brake system warning light If is also on, you don't have anti-lock brakes. If the warning light stays after you that your Cadillac needs service. Engine Temperature WarningLight (Canadian Only) This light tells you replace the compact spare with a full-size tire, or if it comes on ,...Problems on tire. Or, if the light comeson when you 're driving, your engine has overheated. If the but regular brake system warning light isn't you still have brakes, you on again when you 're driving,stop thecar and idle the engine as soon as possibleand turn the ignition off .Then start your Cadillac...
... brake system warning light If is also on, you don't have anti-lock brakes. If the warning light stays after you that your Cadillac needs service. Engine Temperature WarningLight (Canadian Only) This light tells you replace the compact spare with a full-size tire, or if it comes on ,...Problems on tire. Or, if the light comeson when you 're driving, your engine has overheated. If the but regular brake system warning light isn't you still have brakes, you on again when you 're driving,stop thecar and idle the engine as soon as possibleand turn the ignition off .Then start your Cadillac...
Owner's Manual
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... it doesn't, be sure to "Run" or "Start." goes off It once you start your engine properly. NOTICE: Damage to warn you might havesome other oil problem. Engine Oil Light (Canadian Only) This light tells youif there could be low on oil, or you if something goes wrong. The light goes on , ...it will be there to your engine from neglected oil problems D can e costly and is not covered by your...
... it doesn't, be sure to "Run" or "Start." goes off It once you start your engine properly. NOTICE: Damage to warn you might havesome other oil problem. Engine Oil Light (Canadian Only) This light tells youif there could be low on oil, or you if something goes wrong. The light goes on , ...it will be there to your engine from neglected oil problems D can e costly and is not covered by your...
Owner's Manual
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... indicating that you have it is not running, as could lead to show you keep driving your vehicle with this light on , but the engine is working. This as a check to costly repairs not coveredyour warranty. NOTICE: If you it fixed right away. Malfinction Indicator Lamp (Service...) A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition emission and control systems. This light should take your engine may not run smoothly. by 136 If does it If not comeon atall, have a problem You should come on when the ignition is on , after a while the emission controls won't work as well, your ...
... indicating that you have it is not running, as could lead to show you keep driving your vehicle with this light on , but the engine is working. This as a check to costly repairs not coveredyour warranty. NOTICE: If you it fixed right away. Malfinction Indicator Lamp (Service...) A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition emission and control systems. This light should take your engine may not run smoothly. by 136 If does it If not comeon atall, have a problem You should come on when the ignition is on , after a while the emission controls won't work as well, your ...
Owner's Manual
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..."INFORMATION'' by turning off . 143 BATTERY VOLTS LOW 06 - Have the brake system serviced by your Cadillac dealership at your display isturned off your accessories. When the engine is running, the normal range 11.5 to 15.5 is possible that the brake reservoir fluid level is ...charging less than 4 gallons and your earliest convenience. this message appears while If driving or after starting your fuel supply isless than 10 volts,or if the battery has been drained. this problem...
..."INFORMATION'' by turning off . 143 BATTERY VOLTS LOW 06 - Have the brake system serviced by your Cadillac dealership at your display isturned off your accessories. When the engine is running, the normal range 11.5 to 15.5 is possible that the brake reservoir fluid level is ...charging less than 4 gallons and your earliest convenience. this message appears while If driving or after starting your fuel supply isless than 10 volts,or if the battery has been drained. this problem...
Owner's Manual
Page 158
... are no longer working. To correct this problem have a problem with a soft cloth or napkin. STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATED 42 This message will then run a timer and change the messages to "WAIT 2 MINUTES ", "WAIT 1 MINUTE", and then "START CAR". It means you have your vehicle serviced at your Cadillac dealership atyour earliest convenience. STARTING DISABLED...
... are no longer working. To correct this problem have a problem with a soft cloth or napkin. STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATED 42 This message will then run a timer and change the messages to "WAIT 2 MINUTES ", "WAIT 1 MINUTE", and then "START CAR". It means you have your vehicle serviced at your Cadillac dealership atyour earliest convenience. STARTING DISABLED...
Owner's Manual
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... not restart, the PASS-Key'II system will need servicing. Severe damage to the engine result. THEFT SYSTEM PROBLEM/CAR MAY NOT RESTART 34 - - Have your vehicle checked at your Cadillac dealer forservice at once. This message means thereis a problem in the Personalized Automotive Security System (PASS-Key'II). Let only a qualified technician work...
... not restart, the PASS-Key'II system will need servicing. Severe damage to the engine result. THEFT SYSTEM PROBLEM/CAR MAY NOT RESTART 34 - - Have your vehicle checked at your Cadillac dealer forservice at once. This message means thereis a problem in the Personalized Automotive Security System (PASS-Key'II). Let only a qualified technician work...
Owner's Manual
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...normally but don't may even noticethat your vehicleand begin to and push. testing itself. If there's a problem with the anti-lock brake system, the anti-lock brake system warning light stay on . This lighton ...to push down. will help prevent skidding. If pump your vehicle. Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Cadillac has an advanced electronic braking systemthat will See "Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light" in the Index. ... braking and longer brake life. If you do, the pedal your engine stops, you start your brake pedalmoves a little while this is going This is the ABS system on ...
...normally but don't may even noticethat your vehicleand begin to and push. testing itself. If there's a problem with the anti-lock brake system, the anti-lock brake system warning light stay on . This lighton ...to push down. will help prevent skidding. If pump your vehicle. Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Cadillac has an advanced electronic braking systemthat will See "Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light" in the Index. ... braking and longer brake life. If you do, the pedal your engine stops, you start your brake pedalmoves a little while this is going This is the ABS system on ...
Owner's Manual
Page 197
... thebrakes. Traction Control System (Option) Your vehicle may notice some noise, but this happens, thesystem worksthe front brakes and reduces engine power (by shutting off fuel injectors) to limit wheel spin, cruise control will automatically disengage. When this is normal. The ... may have anti-lock brakes. a in the Index.) The "TRACTIONDISABLED" message will display on theDriver Information Centerif there's a problem with yourtraction controlsystem. Adjust your computer keepsreceiving updates onwheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. The system operates of you, you ...
... thebrakes. Traction Control System (Option) Your vehicle may notice some noise, but this happens, thesystem worksthe front brakes and reduces engine power (by shutting off fuel injectors) to limit wheel spin, cruise control will automatically disengage. When this is normal. The ... may have anti-lock brakes. a in the Index.) The "TRACTIONDISABLED" message will display on theDriver Information Centerif there's a problem with yourtraction controlsystem. Adjust your computer keepsreceiving updates onwheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. The system operates of you, you ...
Owner's Manual
Page 204
... keep more dangerous thanday driving.One reason is skidding. Drive defensively. 0 Don't drink and drive. While driving on a surface with night vision problems, or by the shifting to slide. Any sudden changes could cause tires to a lower gear). You may need to reduce the glare from headlights... behind you have anydoubt. Adjust your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, braking (including engine braking or by fatigue. such as enough water, or ice -packed snow on night driving. Since you can't seeas well, you may not ...
... keep more dangerous thanday driving.One reason is skidding. Drive defensively. 0 Don't drink and drive. While driving on a surface with night vision problems, or by the shifting to slide. Any sudden changes could cause tires to a lower gear). You may need to reduce the glare from headlights... behind you have anydoubt. Adjust your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, braking (including engine braking or by fatigue. such as enough water, or ice -packed snow on night driving. Since you can't seeas well, you may not ...
Owner's Manual
Page 214
... your own you lane. Therecould be alert. Don't swing wideor cutacross the center of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area, or winding roads. The lower gears helpcool your engine andtransaxle, and you go uphill. You may want to shift down to these and take...
... your own you lane. Therecould be alert. Don't swing wideor cutacross the center of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area, or winding roads. The lower gears helpcool your engine andtransaxle, and you go uphill. You may want to shift down to these and take...
Owner's Manual
Page 240
...If you no steam, problem the may decide not to full hot at thehighest fan speed and open the window, as necessary. 3. Just to the highest heat setting and open the window as necessary. 4. two If there's still no sign of steam, you can idle the engine for or three if minutes... warning stops. If the warning doesn't come back on, you can a little too hot get when you still have the overheatwarning, youcan drive. Sometimes the engine can drive normally. Stop after high speed driving. Turn off your vehicle right away. Idle for a minute or so: 1. Turn on a hot day. ...
...If you no steam, problem the may decide not to full hot at thehighest fan speed and open the window, as necessary. 3. Just to the highest heat setting and open the window as necessary. 4. two If there's still no sign of steam, you can idle the engine for or three if minutes... warning stops. If the warning doesn't come back on, you can a little too hot get when you still have the overheatwarning, youcan drive. Sometimes the engine can drive normally. Stop after high speed driving. Turn off your vehicle right away. Idle for a minute or so: 1. Turn on a hot day. ...
Owner's Manual
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How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven't found a problem yet, but thecoolant level isn'tat or near "FULL COLD" on thecoolant recovery tank, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and aproper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank. (See "Engine Coolant"in the Index for more ififormation about the propercoolant mix) NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freezeand crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use 230 the recommended coolant.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven't found a problem yet, but thecoolant level isn'tat or near "FULL COLD" on thecoolant recovery tank, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and aproper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank. (See "Engine Coolant"in the Index for more ififormation about the propercoolant mix) NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freezeand crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use 230 the recommended coolant.
Owner's Manual
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Ethanol is methyl or wood alcohol. Don't use gasolines with these problems. Gasolinesfor Cleaner Air Your use reformulated gasoline. These gasolines are specially designed to help in avoid these blending materials, such as MTBE and ethanol.By...yourengine and fuel system. That damage wouldn't be doing so, you still get heavy knocking, your engine needs service. Properly-blended fuel that is no more than5%methanol is fine foryour Cadillac. That helps keep your engine in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. NOTICE: Fuel thatis more than...
Ethanol is methyl or wood alcohol. Don't use gasolines with these problems. Gasolinesfor Cleaner Air Your use reformulated gasoline. These gasolines are specially designed to help in avoid these blending materials, such as MTBE and ethanol.By...yourengine and fuel system. That damage wouldn't be doing so, you still get heavy knocking, your engine needs service. Properly-blended fuel that is no more than5%methanol is fine foryour Cadillac. That helps keep your engine in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. NOTICE: Fuel thatis more than...
Owner's Manual
Page 278
change your own If you have a problem dealer, aservice station or a properly disposing of your used oil, ask your local recycling...the filter before all disposal. trash, pouringit on your skin and nails with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that collects used oil. What to Do with soap and water, or a good hand ...cleaner.Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See themanufacturer's warnings about the use and disposal of oil products.) Used oil can be a real threat to...
change your own If you have a problem dealer, aservice station or a properly disposing of your used oil, ask your local recycling...the filter before all disposal. trash, pouringit on your skin and nails with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that collects used oil. What to Do with soap and water, or a good hand ...cleaner.Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See themanufacturer's warnings about the use and disposal of oil products.) Used oil can be a real threat to...
Owner's Manual
Page 327
... the road and don't havea spare fuse, you can. Engine CompartmentFuse Block To gain access, lift the cover. M m i FuseslRelay Center The maxi fuse and relays are protectedfrom short circuits by Cadillac dealer immediately. 314 This greatly reduces the chance of fires causedby electrical problems. If you need -- FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS The wiring...
... the road and don't havea spare fuse, you can. Engine CompartmentFuse Block To gain access, lift the cover. M m i FuseslRelay Center The maxi fuse and relays are protectedfrom short circuits by Cadillac dealer immediately. 314 This greatly reduces the chance of fires causedby electrical problems. If you need -- FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS The wiring...
Owner's Manual
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...248 Replacing Brake System Parts ...279 64 ReplacingSafetyBelts ...Replacing Tires ...296 ReplacingWheels ...298 Reporting Safety Defects to Your Cadillac. Pedal Travel. Use Of Safety BeltsDuring ...39 214 Problems On TheRoad ...Product Serv. For Adults ...18 Protection Plan ...See Owner Assistance Pull Down System. Adding A ...Steering ...273 Steering Fluid ...273 102 Windows ...Pregnancy. Trunk...80 . . . . . "R" (Reverse) Gear Position ...92 Racing. Shifting When Your Engine Is ...92 Radiator Overheating ...225 158. 313 Radio. Off Road ...187 Recreational Vehicle. . Two.Way.
...248 Replacing Brake System Parts ...279 64 ReplacingSafetyBelts ...Replacing Tires ...296 ReplacingWheels ...298 Reporting Safety Defects to Your Cadillac. Pedal Travel. Use Of Safety BeltsDuring ...39 214 Problems On TheRoad ...Product Serv. For Adults ...18 Protection Plan ...See Owner Assistance Pull Down System. Adding A ...Steering ...273 Steering Fluid ...273 102 Windows ...Pregnancy. Trunk...80 . . . . . "R" (Reverse) Gear Position ...92 Racing. Shifting When Your Engine Is ...92 Radiator Overheating ...225 158. 313 Radio. Off Road ...187 Recreational Vehicle. . Two.Way.