Owner's Manual
Page 1
... section explains how to get service and owner publications. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Cadillac for assistance and how to start and operate your audio system. It also gives you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This ...listing of almost every subject in this manual. Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find something you want to read. i yellowblue The 1999 Cadillac Catera Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 5-1 6-1 7-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use it to quickly find helpful ...
... section explains how to get service and owner publications. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Cadillac for assistance and how to start and operate your audio system. It also gives you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This ...listing of almost every subject in this manual. Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find something you want to read. i yellowblue The 1999 Cadillac Catera Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 5-1 6-1 7-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use it to quickly find helpful ...
Owner's Manual
Page 24
... vehicle has. Driver Position This part describes the driver's restraint system. Adjust the seat (to see how, see the part of adult size. We'll start with the driver position. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. If this manual called "Children." Follow those rules for everyone's protection. Here...
... vehicle has. Driver Position This part describes the driver's restraint system. Adjust the seat (to see how, see the part of adult size. We'll start with the driver position. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. If this manual called "Children." Follow those rules for everyone's protection. Here...
Owner's Manual
Page 32
... inflate very quickly if they are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of the belt out all the way and start again. Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. Your vehicle has air bags -- Your vehicle may also have...
... inflate very quickly if they are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of the belt out all the way and start again. Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. Your vehicle has air bags -- Your vehicle may also have...
Owner's Manual
Page 42
... there's a sudden stop or a crash, or if you ever had to take belt restraining forces. 3. If the belt is pulled out all the way and start again. In a crash, this section. If you 'd be less likely to slide under it, the belt would be worn low and snug on the buckle...
... there's a sudden stop or a crash, or if you ever had to take belt restraining forces. 3. If the belt is pulled out all the way and start again. In a crash, this section. If you 'd be less likely to slide under it, the belt would be worn low and snug on the buckle...
Owner's Manual
Page 63
... 2-26 2-28 Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry System (RKE) Trunk Theft Theft-Deterrent System Immobilizer New Vehicle"Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transmission Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) Shifting Out of PARK (P) 2-30 2-30...63 Parking Over Things that tell you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. yellowblue Section 2 Features and Controls Here you if everything is working properly -- Also explained are the instrument...
... 2-26 2-28 Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry System (RKE) Trunk Theft Theft-Deterrent System Immobilizer New Vehicle"Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transmission Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) Shifting Out of PARK (P) 2-30 2-30...63 Parking Over Things that tell you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. yellowblue Section 2 Features and Controls Here you if everything is working properly -- Also explained are the instrument...
Owner's Manual
Page 77
... cannot be faulty. See your vehicle. Changes or modifications to this equipment. The system works when you cannot start the vehicle. If someone tries to run. In an emergency, call the Cadillac Roadside Assistance Center at 1-800-882-1112. 2-15 If you lose or damage a key or you turn... the key in the ignition to check the fuses (see your vehicle again. This device complies with a passive theft-deterrent system. If the engine still won 't start your dealer....
... cannot be faulty. See your vehicle. Changes or modifications to this equipment. The system works when you cannot start the vehicle. If someone tries to run. In an emergency, call the Cadillac Roadside Assistance Center at 1-800-882-1112. 2-15 If you lose or damage a key or you turn... the key in the ignition to check the fuses (see your vehicle again. This device complies with a passive theft-deterrent system. If the engine still won 't start your dealer....
Owner's Manual
Page 78
...'t yet broken in. Don't make the vehicle move. Using a tool to force it could operate power windows or other controls or even make full-throttle starts. fast or slow -- for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. D Don't tow a trailer during break-in the long run if you can mean...
...'t yet broken in. Don't make the vehicle move. Using a tool to force it could operate power windows or other controls or even make full-throttle starts. fast or slow -- for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. D Don't tow a trailer during break-in the long run if you can mean...
Owner's Manual
Page 79
...dealer for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to other GM vehicles that you may have owned, is opened -- START (III): This position starts the engine. The power window controls and the sunroof (optional) controls are the only accessories on in LOCK. If your key is... normal. This position locks the ignition, steering wheel and transmission. this position. Power to the door locks is the only position from LOCK to START -- yellowblue Keep in mind that you may have to turn the steering wheel as compared to OFF. OFF (I): This position lets you hear a...
...dealer for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to other GM vehicles that you may have owned, is opened -- START (III): This position starts the engine. The power window controls and the sunroof (optional) controls are the only accessories on in LOCK. If your key is... normal. This position locks the ignition, steering wheel and transmission. this position. Power to the door locks is the only position from LOCK to START -- yellowblue Keep in mind that you may have to turn the steering wheel as compared to OFF. OFF (I): This position lets you hear a...
Owner's Manual
Page 80
...feature. NOTICE: Holding your vehicle is stopped. 1. Wait about three seconds at a time will go of the key. If it doesn't start in START for about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your ignition key to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). The ...damage the transmission. And the excessive heat can damage your engine gets warm. 2-18 Shift to PARK (P) only when your shift lever to START. yellowblue Starting Your Engine Move your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. If you do, you 're already moving . NOTICE: Don't try...
...feature. NOTICE: Holding your vehicle is stopped. 1. Wait about three seconds at a time will go of the key. If it doesn't start in START for about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your ignition key to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). The ...damage the transmission. And the excessive heat can damage your engine gets warm. 2-18 Shift to PARK (P) only when your shift lever to START. yellowblue Starting Your Engine Move your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. If you do, you 're already moving . NOTICE: Don't try...
Owner's Manual
Page 81
... Catera starts briefly but then stops), it could change the way the engine operates. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you don't, your vehicle. 2-19 If you could be plugged in a minimum of this manual that tells how to work with your dealer. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in START for...the floor and holding it without damaging your vehicle towed, see the part of four hours prior to have your vehicle. You'll get easier starting your engine might not perform properly. In very cold weather, 0_F (-18_C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. Before adding electrical ...
... Catera starts briefly but then stops), it could change the way the engine operates. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you don't, your vehicle. 2-19 If you could be plugged in a minimum of this manual that tells how to work with your dealer. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in START for...the floor and holding it without damaging your vehicle towed, see the part of four hours prior to have your vehicle. You'll get easier starting your engine might not perform properly. In very cold weather, 0_F (-18_C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. Before adding electrical ...
Owner's Manual
Page 82
.... Turn off the engine. 2. The electrical cord for the engine coolant heater is in ? Plug the cord into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. 4. Before starting the engine, be parking your dealer in the area where you'll be sure to unplug and store the cord as it away from moving...
.... Turn off the engine. 2. The electrical cord for the engine coolant heater is in ? Plug the cord into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. 4. Before starting the engine, be parking your dealer in the area where you'll be sure to unplug and store the cord as it away from moving...
Owner's Manual
Page 83
... (P)" in the Index. Your vehicle can move , even when you're on fairly level ground, always set . CAUTION: It is not fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. It's the best position to get out of your parking brake and move easily. 2-21 If you... start the engine because your vehicle when the engine is fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set your vehicle if the shift lever is ...
... (P)" in the Index. Your vehicle can move , even when you're on fairly level ground, always set . CAUTION: It is not fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. It's the best position to get out of your parking brake and move easily. 2-21 If you... start the engine because your vehicle when the engine is fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set your vehicle if the shift lever is ...
Owner's Manual
Page 85
.... Use the brakes to hold your vehicle is below 86_F (30_ C), upshifting of the transmission will shift down to use it on . Note: When you start your vehicle and the engine temperature is towing a trailer or when you are some times you might happen if you were stuck in hilly or...
.... Use the brakes to hold your vehicle is below 86_F (30_ C), upshifting of the transmission will shift down to use it on . Note: When you start your vehicle and the engine temperature is towing a trailer or when you are some times you might happen if you were stuck in hilly or...
Owner's Manual
Page 86
.... When you select the sport feature. Press this light begins flashing while you are driving, there may choose the sport mode. Third-Gear Start Press the "S" button once to the normal driving mode. The transmission will remain in DRIVE (D). Press it again to return to select the... sport feature. Have your vehicle will be a fault in THIRD (3), the vehicle will come on ice or other slippery surfaces. After starting on when the sport mode is located on the console. yellowblue Sport Mode Button For a firmer shift and increased performance, you change from a ...
.... When you select the sport feature. Press this light begins flashing while you are driving, there may choose the sport mode. Third-Gear Start Press the "S" button once to the normal driving mode. The transmission will remain in DRIVE (D). Press it again to return to select the... sport feature. Have your vehicle will be a fault in THIRD (3), the vehicle will come on ice or other slippery surfaces. After starting on when the sport mode is located on the console. yellowblue Sport Mode Button For a firmer shift and increased performance, you change from a ...
Owner's Manual
Page 87
... (1). If the ignition is stuck in sand, mud, ice, snow or gravel. D If the shift lever is turned off , press the button again. D If you start your foot and pull up on . 2-25 To turn this feature off . Drive as usual for normal road conditions. This feature automatically turns off when...
... (1). If the ignition is stuck in sand, mud, ice, snow or gravel. D If the shift lever is turned off , press the button again. D If you start your foot and pull up on . 2-25 To turn this feature off . Drive as usual for normal road conditions. This feature automatically turns off when...
Owner's Manual
Page 88
Shifting Into PARK (P) CAUTION: It can be sure your vehicle won't move, even when you start to drive with the parking brake firmly set , the BRAKE warning light stays on. To be dangerous to overheat. Hold the release button in the ...
Shifting Into PARK (P) CAUTION: It can be sure your vehicle won't move, even when you start to drive with the parking brake firmly set , the BRAKE warning light stays on. To be dangerous to overheat. Hold the release button in the ...
Owner's Manual
Page 91
... . 9. Open and close the driver's door to unlock the shift lever. 7. push the shift lever all the way into the gear you maintain brake application. Start the engine (if you can. 2-29 Have the vehicle fixed as soon as shown. 8. At the bottom of the shift lever boot (covering) together as...
... . 9. Open and close the driver's door to unlock the shift lever. 7. push the shift lever all the way into the gear you maintain brake application. Start the engine (if you can. 2-29 Have the vehicle fixed as soon as shown. 8. At the bottom of the shift lever boot (covering) together as...
Owner's Manual
Page 97
... rear bulb.) Other drivers won't see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index) and for a turn . The lever returns when it there until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change may be on, indicating high-beam usage. To use, pull the turn on the driver's side of the steering...
... rear bulb.) Other drivers won't see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index) and for a turn . The lever returns when it there until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change may be on, indicating high-beam usage. To use, pull the turn on the driver's side of the steering...
Owner's Manual
Page 104
...seconds. The instrument panel won't be on , only the high-beam headlamps (at reduced brightness when: D your vehicle's ignition is in ON or START, D the low-beam headlamps are off (the manual lamp switch is activated. D your vehicle's transmission is shifted out of your vehicle more visible to... the low-beam headlamps, parking lamps, sidemarker lamps and taillamps after the windshield wipers have been turned off for others to ON or START. The wiper-activated headlamps light the way in the short periods after the unlock button on at reduced brightness) will be lit up ...
...seconds. The instrument panel won't be on , only the high-beam headlamps (at reduced brightness when: D your vehicle's ignition is in ON or START, D the low-beam headlamps are off (the manual lamp switch is activated. D your vehicle's transmission is shifted out of your vehicle more visible to... the low-beam headlamps, parking lamps, sidemarker lamps and taillamps after the windshield wipers have been turned off for others to ON or START. The wiper-activated headlamps light the way in the short periods after the unlock button on at reduced brightness) will be lit up ...
Owner's Manual
Page 105
... headlamps are required. The following conditions will stay off the Twilight Sentinel switch and shift the transmission into PARK (P) with the ignition in ON or START, D the low-beam headlamps are turned on (using the flash-to low-beam headlamps. When it . 2-43 The DRL will override the DRL: D your vehicle...
... headlamps are required. The following conditions will stay off the Twilight Sentinel switch and shift the transmission into PARK (P) with the ignition in ON or START, D the low-beam headlamps are turned on (using the flash-to low-beam headlamps. When it . 2-43 The DRL will override the DRL: D your vehicle...