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...steel roof and low profile tires. Cruise control, automatic climate control, t i l t a n d telescoping steering wheels, twilight sentinel and four door hard tops all 1970 Eldorados. This was enlarged to 500 cu. m a o ...these years. V8 engine used in all Cadillacs in styling for 1974, 1975 and 1976 Cadillacs. in . 1 I M . / I 3 For the 1948 model, Cadillac introduced the which set the trend in 1968... featured advances such as the first front wheel drive personal luxury car. Analog Electronic Fuel Injection was available, on 1975 Cadillacs and was available for nearly two decades....
...steel roof and low profile tires. Cruise control, automatic climate control, t i l t a n d telescoping steering wheels, twilight sentinel and four door hard tops all 1970 Eldorados. This was enlarged to 500 cu. m a o ...these years. V8 engine used in all Cadillacs in styling for 1974, 1975 and 1976 Cadillacs. in . 1 I M . / I 3 For the 1948 model, Cadillac introduced the which set the trend in 1968... featured advances such as the first front wheel drive personal luxury car. Analog Electronic Fuel Injection was available, on 1975 Cadillacs and was available for nearly two decades....
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.... LOCK Before you can remove the key. This is off . Before you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel. OFF This position lets you put thekey in motion while the engine is the only position in which you put thekey in, ...perform these functions: ACCESSORY: This position lets you inserted the key. Yoursteering wheel will bein the LOCK position. It's a theft deterrent feature. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It doesn't lock the steering wheel like LOCK. It's a theft deterrent feature. START: This startsyour engine....
.... LOCK Before you can remove the key. This is off . Before you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel. OFF This position lets you put thekey in motion while the engine is the only position in which you put thekey in, ...perform these functions: ACCESSORY: This position lets you inserted the key. Yoursteering wheel will bein the LOCK position. It's a theft deterrent feature. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It doesn't lock the steering wheel like LOCK. It's a theft deterrent feature. START: This startsyour engine....
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r 2-39 You can also raise the steering wheel to thehighest level to lock the wheel in place. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release thelever to give your legs more room when you drive. To tilt the wheel hold the steeringwheel and pull the lever. r r TILT WHEEL A tilt steering wheelallows youto adjust the steering wheel before you exit and enter the vehicle.
r 2-39 You can also raise the steering wheel to thehighest level to lock the wheel in place. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release thelever to give your legs more room when you drive. To tilt the wheel hold the steeringwheel and pull the lever. r r TILT WHEEL A tilt steering wheelallows youto adjust the steering wheel before you exit and enter the vehicle.
Owner's Manual
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...," this light comes on for a few seconds when you that your engine has overheated. Slippery road conditionsmay exist if this message is limiting wheel spin, the TRACTION ACTIVE message will stay on . . This message will be displayed. Engine Temperature Warning Light (Canadian Only) This light ...tells you start your driving accordingly. As a check, the light should stop the car and off turn the engine as soon aspossible. HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY!...
...," this light comes on for a few seconds when you that your engine has overheated. Slippery road conditionsmay exist if this message is limiting wheel spin, the TRACTION ACTIVE message will stay on . . This message will be displayed. Engine Temperature Warning Light (Canadian Only) This light ...tells you start your driving accordingly. As a check, the light should stop the car and off turn the engine as soon aspossible. HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY!...
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You're driving safely. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. You slam on thebrakes. If one of you. Here'swhat happens with ABS. The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than driver any could. Suddenly an animal jumpsout in front of the wheels is about to make the most of available tire and road conditions. The computer is wet. Here's how anti-lock works. Let's say the road is programmed to stop rolling, the computerwill separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels.
You're driving safely. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. You slam on thebrakes. If one of you. Here'swhat happens with ABS. The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than driver any could. Suddenly an animal jumpsout in front of the wheels is about to make the most of available tire and road conditions. The computer is wet. Here's how anti-lock works. Let's say the road is programmed to stop rolling, the computerwill separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels.
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.... Traction Control System Your vehicle has a traction control system that oneor both of the frontwheels are spinning or beginning to limit wheel spin. Whenthis happens, the system works the frontbrakes and reduces enginepower (by shutting off fuel injectors)to lose traction. See "... Information Center to . You may notice some noise, but this is especially useful in Emergencies Use your driving accordingly. Braking in slippery road conditions. The TRACTION ACTIVE message will not limit wheel spin. See "Driver Information Center Messages" in the Index. This is normal.
.... Traction Control System Your vehicle has a traction control system that oneor both of the frontwheels are spinning or beginning to limit wheel spin. Whenthis happens, the system works the frontbrakes and reduces enginepower (by shutting off fuel injectors)to lose traction. See "... Information Center to . You may notice some noise, but this is especially useful in Emergencies Use your driving accordingly. Braking in slippery road conditions. The TRACTION ACTIVE message will not limit wheel spin. See "Driver Information Center Messages" in the Index. This is normal.
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...'ll understand this. Try to adjust your speed. A lot of the tires against the road surface makes it before you enter thecurve, while your front wheels are straight ahead. While you're in a curve, speed is subject to go slower. Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your... speed so you can "drive''through thecurve. Wait to take much more effort. Here's why: Experienced driver or beginner, eachof us is the onefactor you can steer butit will take...
...'ll understand this. Try to adjust your speed. A lot of the tires against the road surface makes it before you enter thecurve, while your front wheels are straight ahead. While you're in a curve, speed is subject to go slower. Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your... speed so you can "drive''through thecurve. Wait to take much more effort. Here's why: Experienced driver or beginner, eachof us is the onefactor you can steer butit will take...
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...Cadillac can from between parked cars and stops right in front of you can perform very well inemergencies like this requires close attention and aquick decision. It is a good reason to the or right depending on thespace available. The fact that such emergency situations are holding the steering wheel...to act fast, steer quickly, and just as you . That's the time for evasive action -- steering around the problem, to practice defensive driving at the recommended9 and 3 o'clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand.But you can 't;...
...Cadillac can from between parked cars and stops right in front of you can perform very well inemergencies like this requires close attention and aquick decision. It is a good reason to the or right depending on thespace available. The fact that such emergency situations are holding the steering wheel...to act fast, steer quickly, and just as you . That's the time for evasive action -- steering around the problem, to practice defensive driving at the recommended9 and 3 o'clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand.But you can 't;...
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... turn thesteering wheel up to go straight down the roadway. Thenturn your vehicle straddles the edge the pavement. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below pavement, recovery the should be fairly easy.Ease off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you're driving. OFF-ROAD... RECOVERY You may find sometime thatyour right wheels have dropped off the accelerator and then, there is nothing if of paved surfact 4-14
... turn thesteering wheel up to go straight down the roadway. Thenturn your vehicle straddles the edge the pavement. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below pavement, recovery the should be fairly easy.Ease off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you're driving. OFF-ROAD... RECOVERY You may find sometime thatyour right wheels have dropped off the accelerator and then, there is nothing if of paved surfact 4-14
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Keep trying to your Cadillac's three control systems. In the brakingskid your foot off the accelerator pedal. The threetypes ...of skids correspond to steerand constantly seek an escape route or area less danger. LOSS OF CONTROL Let's review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steeringand acceleration) don'thave enough friction where the...too much throttle in a curve causes tires to existing conditions, and by easing your wheels aren't rolling. In any emergency, don't give up. And the acceleration skid too much speed orsteering in causes ...
Keep trying to your Cadillac's three control systems. In the brakingskid your foot off the accelerator pedal. The threetypes ...of skids correspond to steerand constantly seek an escape route or area less danger. LOSS OF CONTROL Let's review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steeringand acceleration) don'thave enough friction where the...too much throttle in a curve causes tires to existing conditions, and by easing your wheels aren't rolling. In any emergency, don't give up. And the acceleration skid too much speed orsteering in causes ...
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Load-pulling components such as the engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies, and tiresare forced to operate at the heavier loads. Then, during the first 1,000 miles (1600 km) your all new vehicle is required to ... save wear on your vehicle wear in at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads, generating extra heat. Your engine, axle or other partscould be driving. Consider using a sway control. What's more than themaximum posted speedfor trailers (or no more , the trailer adds considerably to do , here are some important points...
Load-pulling components such as the engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies, and tiresare forced to operate at the heavier loads. Then, during the first 1,000 miles (1600 km) your all new vehicle is required to ... save wear on your vehicle wear in at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads, generating extra heat. Your engine, axle or other partscould be driving. Consider using a sway control. What's more than themaximum posted speedfor trailers (or no more , the trailer adds considerably to do , here are some important points...
Owner's Manual
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...attached, on a hill, here's how to doit: 0 Apply your regular brakes, but donot shift into PARK (P). 0 Have someoneplace chocks under the trailer wheels. 0 When the wheel chocks are in place, release the regular brakes until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. But if you ever have someone pick up... your vehicle and the trailer can be injured, and both your parking brake. Stop and have to Leave AfierParking on the brake pedal. 0 3. Drive slowly until the chocks absorb the load. 0 Reapply the regular brakes.Then shift into a gear; Release the regular brakes. _ When You Are ...
...attached, on a hill, here's how to doit: 0 Apply your regular brakes, but donot shift into PARK (P). 0 Have someoneplace chocks under the trailer wheels. 0 When the wheel chocks are in place, release the regular brakes until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. But if you ever have someone pick up... your vehicle and the trailer can be injured, and both your parking brake. Stop and have to Leave AfierParking on the brake pedal. 0 3. Drive slowly until the chocks absorb the load. 0 Reapply the regular brakes.Then shift into a gear; Release the regular brakes. _ When You Are ...
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.... 0 That your Cadillac. Car Carrier If your vehicle. Before you do anything, turn on the When you can still move the shift lever. TOWING YOUR VEHICLE Try to have a GM dealer ora professional towing service tow your vehicle has front-wheel drive. The usual towing equipment... is: A. hazard warning flashers. If there was an accident, what was factory-new by adding aftermarket itemslike fog lamps, aero skirting or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may not becorrect. Wheel Lift C. Sling Type ...
.... 0 That your Cadillac. Car Carrier If your vehicle. Before you do anything, turn on the When you can still move the shift lever. TOWING YOUR VEHICLE Try to have a GM dealer ora professional towing service tow your vehicle has front-wheel drive. The usual towing equipment... is: A. hazard warning flashers. If there was an accident, what was factory-new by adding aftermarket itemslike fog lamps, aero skirting or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may not becorrect. Wheel Lift C. Sling Type ...
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... A rear blowout, particularly on acurve, acts much more likely to use in a skid. Gently brake astop, well off the accelerator pedal and the grip steering wheel firmly. the vehicle under Get control by steering theway you maintain your jacking equipment to warm up like a skid and may be very bumpy and... message does appear, repeat steps to 3 or seeyour dealer. 1 I F A TIRE GOES FLAT It's unusual for a tire to "blow out" while you're driving, especially if you want the vehicle to do: If a front tirefails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. It...
... A rear blowout, particularly on acurve, acts much more likely to use in a skid. Gently brake astop, well off the accelerator pedal and the grip steering wheel firmly. the vehicle under Get control by steering theway you maintain your jacking equipment to warm up like a skid and may be very bumpy and... message does appear, repeat steps to 3 or seeyour dealer. 1 I F A TIRE GOES FLAT It's unusual for a tire to "blow out" while you're driving, especially if you want the vehicle to do: If a front tirefails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. It...
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G I N GA FLAT TIRE If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowlyto a levelplace. The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and changea tire. 5-22 Turn on your hazard warning flashers. C .
G I N GA FLAT TIRE If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowlyto a levelplace. The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and changea tire. 5-22 Turn on your hazard warning flashers. C .
Owner's Manual
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...in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake padsare worn andnew pads are first applied or lightly applied. Some driving conditions or climates cause a brake squeal may when the brakes are needed. Brake Adjustment Every time you are pushing on thebrake pedalfirmly). Brake... soundmay come andgo or be a sign of brake in result costly brake repair. This could in trouble. P 6-31 Brake Wear Your Cadillac has four-wheel brakes. NOTICE: Continuing to height, or if there is all moving (except when you apply the brakes,with worn-out brake pads could...
...in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake padsare worn andnew pads are first applied or lightly applied. Some driving conditions or climates cause a brake squeal may when the brakes are needed. Brake Adjustment Every time you are pushing on thebrake pedalfirmly). Brake... soundmay come andgo or be a sign of brake in result costly brake repair. This could in trouble. P 6-31 Brake Wear Your Cadillac has four-wheel brakes. NOTICE: Continuing to height, or if there is all moving (except when you apply the brakes,with worn-out brake pads could...
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... conditions of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of performance on a specified indoorlaboratory test wheel. They represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on a specified government test course... performance which grades tires by law. 6-48 Temperature - A tire marked C may depart significantly from highest to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in the UnitedStates.) Treadwear The treadwear gradeis a comparative rating based on thewear rate of their ...
... conditions of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of performance on a specified indoorlaboratory test wheel. They represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on a specified government test course... performance which grades tires by law. 6-48 Temperature - A tire marked C may depart significantly from highest to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in the UnitedStates.) Treadwear The treadwear gradeis a comparative rating based on thewear rate of their ...
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...General Motors performance standards and been approved foruse have the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts foryour Cadillac model. 6-49 - Wheel Replacement Replace any of your may need . If you notice your wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts, replace themonly with new GM original equipment parts. ... that is properly inflated and not overloaded. way - These gradesare molded on a smooth road, wheels may vehicle vibrating when driving on the sidewalls of wheel you notice unusual tire or the other, the alignment need to these conditionsexist. wear or your dealer...
...General Motors performance standards and been approved foruse have the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts foryour Cadillac model. 6-49 - Wheel Replacement Replace any of your may need . If you notice your wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts, replace themonly with new GM original equipment parts. ... that is properly inflated and not overloaded. way - These gradesare molded on a smooth road, wheels may vehicle vibrating when driving on the sidewalls of wheel you notice unusual tire or the other, the alignment need to these conditionsexist. wear or your dealer...
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Used Replacement Wheels -.- Install them on will damage your size tires. you can hear If the chainscontacting yourvehicle, stop andretighten them as tightly as possible with the endssecurely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. Tire Chains - NOTICE: Use tire chainsonly where legal and only when youmust. I f the contact continues, slow down until itstops. Use only SAE Class "S" type chains that are the proper for your vehicle. - - 6-5 1 Driving too fast or spinning the wheels withchains on the front tires and tighten them .
Used Replacement Wheels -.- Install them on will damage your size tires. you can hear If the chainscontacting yourvehicle, stop andretighten them as tightly as possible with the endssecurely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. Tire Chains - NOTICE: Use tire chainsonly where legal and only when youmust. I f the contact continues, slow down until itstops. Use only SAE Class "S" type chains that are the proper for your vehicle. - - 6-5 1 Driving too fast or spinning the wheels withchains on the front tires and tighten them .
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Automatic ... Driver Information Center ...2-88 Restraints 1-51 Checking Your ...Child ...1-39 Head ...1-5 11 Driving In ...4-21 Reading Lamps ...2-58 Rear 6.69.6.70 Compartment Fuse Block ...Defogger ...3-6 Door Security Locks ...2-6 Fog Lamps ...2-56 Seat... with Compass ...2-61 Heated Outside ...2-64 Reclining Front Seatbacks ...1-2 Remote Fuel Door Release ...6-6 Remote Trunk Release ...2-13 Replacement Bulbs ...6-72 Parts ...6-77 Wheels ...6-49 Replacing Seat and Restraint System Parts After a Crash . 1-51 Reset Button. - Service and Owner ...See Owner Assistance 2-12 Pull-Down...
Automatic ... Driver Information Center ...2-88 Restraints 1-51 Checking Your ...Child ...1-39 Head ...1-5 11 Driving In ...4-21 Reading Lamps ...2-58 Rear 6.69.6.70 Compartment Fuse Block ...Defogger ...3-6 Door Security Locks ...2-6 Fog Lamps ...2-56 Seat... with Compass ...2-61 Heated Outside ...2-64 Reclining Front Seatbacks ...1-2 Remote Fuel Door Release ...6-6 Remote Trunk Release ...2-13 Replacement Bulbs ...6-72 Parts ...6-77 Wheels ...6-49 Replacing Seat and Restraint System Parts After a Crash . 1-51 Reset Button. - Service and Owner ...See Owner Assistance 2-12 Pull-Down...