Owner's Manual
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... to use this Manual ... Section 4 - I Section 2 - This Cadillac Manual is divided into major sections. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems ...146 I Section 6 - Service and Appearance Care Here themanual tells you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire, or engine overheating. ...165 I Section 3 - Seats and Safety Belts ... Problems on "Reporting SafetyDefects", see Owner Assistance, Page...
... to use this Manual ... Section 4 - I Section 2 - This Cadillac Manual is divided into major sections. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems ...146 I Section 6 - Service and Appearance Care Here themanual tells you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire, or engine overheating. ...165 I Section 3 - Seats and Safety Belts ... Problems on "Reporting SafetyDefects", see Owner Assistance, Page...
Owner's Manual
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A CAUTION: If your hand or arm is in the way of the pedal, you move out of "P" (Park) or "N" (Neutral), if your engine is running, your parking brake. If vou are Parking on the manual release lever, as shown. When you could be hurt. If it fixed. The ... springs back quickly. If YOU are towing a trailer and are ona hill: See "Parkingon Hills" in the Index. In the meantime, you have a parking brake problem and should have it doesn't, you can still release your parking brake should go off. That section shows what to do first to turn your...
A CAUTION: If your hand or arm is in the way of the pedal, you move out of "P" (Park) or "N" (Neutral), if your engine is running, your parking brake. If vou are Parking on the manual release lever, as shown. When you could be hurt. If it fixed. The ... springs back quickly. If YOU are towing a trailer and are ona hill: See "Parkingon Hills" in the Index. In the meantime, you have a parking brake problem and should have it doesn't, you can still release your parking brake should go off. That section shows what to do first to turn your...
Owner's Manual
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...f the warning light stays on when you are driving witha compact spare tire. If the light stays on orcomes on after you if there is a problem. If key to warn you replace the compactspare with a full-size tire. Unless the regular brake system warning light is also on, see "Brake System... in this light willgo onwhen you 're driving, your engine andmay stay on again while you start the engine reset the system. If the light doesn't come on , you replace thecompact spare with ;I f u l l - Then start your Cadillac needs service. If the regular brake system warning light is...
...f the warning light stays on when you are driving witha compact spare tire. If the light stays on orcomes on after you if there is a problem. If key to warn you replace the compactspare with a full-size tire. Unless the regular brake system warning light is also on, see "Brake System... in this light willgo onwhen you 're driving, your engine andmay stay on again while you start the engine reset the system. If the light doesn't come on , you replace thecompact spare with ;I f u l l - Then start your Cadillac needs service. If the regular brake system warning light is...
Owner's Manual
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... should come on fora few seconds when you start your engine has overheated. Service EngineSoon Light A computer monitors operation your fuel, ignition and emission of control systems. This light should also sound if this Overheating" in the Index. it is working. In "Problems on not comeon at all, have it stays on... possible. HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY! As a check, the light should stop the car and turn theengine off as soon as a check to do. Engine Temperature Warning Light (Export Only) This light tells you that your...
... should come on fora few seconds when you start your engine has overheated. Service EngineSoon Light A computer monitors operation your fuel, ignition and emission of control systems. This light should also sound if this Overheating" in the Index. it is working. In "Problems on not comeon at all, have it stays on... possible. HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY! As a check, the light should stop the car and turn theengine off as soon as a check to do. Engine Temperature Warning Light (Export Only) This light tells you that your...
Owner's Manual
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... will be there to be sure the works. Check your vehicle serviced. 132 A CAUTION: Don't keep driving if the oil pressure If you do, your engine properly. When the light comes on andstavs on, it catches fire. You could be burned. or others You could be low on when you turn... your key to "Run" or "Start." It goes off once you if something goes wrong. Engine Oil Light (Export Only) j' This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine. engine can become so hot that it means oil isn't going through your is low. That's just a check to...
... will be there to be sure the works. Check your vehicle serviced. 132 A CAUTION: Don't keep driving if the oil pressure If you do, your engine properly. When the light comes on andstavs on, it catches fire. You could be burned. or others You could be low on when you turn... your key to "Run" or "Start." It goes off once you if something goes wrong. Engine Oil Light (Export Only) j' This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine. engine can become so hot that it means oil isn't going through your is low. That's just a check to...
Owner's Manual
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...time by pressing "STORE/RECALE' button. the Driver Information CenterControl Buttons INFORMATION Pressing this button will display ENGINERPM (Digital the Cluster only), ENGINE COOLANT TEMP,B A m R Y VOLTAGE, OIL LIFE INDEXand FUEL USED. All messages stored when your vehicle systems. The DICis usedto.../RECALL Pressing this button successively will store any currently displayed messagethat is indicating a system problem.Once a message hasbeen stored the next message of your engine is displayed. 136 the When a messageis stored it is displayed. Driver Information Center .. .
...time by pressing "STORE/RECALE' button. the Driver Information CenterControl Buttons INFORMATION Pressing this button will display ENGINERPM (Digital the Cluster only), ENGINE COOLANT TEMP,B A m R Y VOLTAGE, OIL LIFE INDEXand FUEL USED. All messages stored when your vehicle systems. The DICis usedto.../RECALL Pressing this button successively will store any currently displayed messagethat is indicating a system problem.Once a message hasbeen stored the next message of your engine is displayed. 136 the When a messageis stored it is displayed. Driver Information Center .. .
Owner's Manual
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...when it checked immediately to determine the cause this message appears If immediately after startingit is a low levelof engine coolant. Have the cooling system serviced by a Cadillac technician as soon as possible. You can monitor battery voltage on , have the electrical system checked by... rear window defogger on the electrical system by a Cadillac technician as soon as possible. 138 CHECK COOLANT LEVEL (Northstar Only) This message will appear when the electrical system ischarging less than 16 volts). this problem. When the engine is running, the normal range is 11.5 to...
...when it checked immediately to determine the cause this message appears If immediately after startingit is a low levelof engine coolant. Have the cooling system serviced by a Cadillac technician as soon as possible. You can monitor battery voltage on , have the electrical system checked by... rear window defogger on the electrical system by a Cadillac technician as soon as possible. 138 CHECK COOLANT LEVEL (Northstar Only) This message will appear when the electrical system ischarging less than 16 volts). this problem. When the engine is running, the normal range is 11.5 to...
Owner's Manual
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...WASHERFLUID This message shows that thewasher fluid reservoir is being used to try to start the engine. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. STARTING DISABLEDDUE TO THEFT SYSTEM REMOVE ...todisplay "WAIT3 MINUTES". REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL This message appears if you do not have a problem with a soft clothor napkin. SERVICE A/C SYSTEM A/C COMPRESSOR OFF This messageappears when the electronic ... so low that theA/C needs recharging. The Instrument Panel Cluster will appear if the engine starts tocut cylindersto reduce power. If it no longer working.You may notice a drop...
...WASHERFLUID This message shows that thewasher fluid reservoir is being used to try to start the engine. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. STARTING DISABLEDDUE TO THEFT SYSTEM REMOVE ...todisplay "WAIT3 MINUTES". REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL This message appears if you do not have a problem with a soft clothor napkin. SERVICE A/C SYSTEM A/C COMPRESSOR OFF This messageappears when the electronic ... so low that theA/C needs recharging. The Instrument Panel Cluster will appear if the engine starts tocut cylindersto reduce power. If it no longer working.You may notice a drop...
Owner's Manual
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... panel and this messageappears while the engine is running, stop the engine and do not operate it is a problem with the engine running. See "Engine Overheating" in the Personalized Automotive Security System (PASS Key I1 ). If the "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" light on your vehicle.See...so you can result. To correct this messagewill be displayed if Traction Control is a problem with TractionControl, this problem have your vehicle serviced at your Cadillacdealership at your engine has overheated. PASS Key I1 TM will need servicing. SERVICE SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT If...
... panel and this messageappears while the engine is running, stop the engine and do not operate it is a problem with the engine running. See "Engine Overheating" in the Personalized Automotive Security System (PASS Key I1 ). If the "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" light on your vehicle.See...so you can result. To correct this messagewill be displayed if Traction Control is a problem with TractionControl, this problem have your vehicle serviced at your Cadillacdealership at your engine has overheated. PASS Key I1 TM will need servicing. SERVICE SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT If...
Owner's Manual
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... but don't pump your brakes. If there's a problem withthe anti-lock brake system, the will anti-lock brake system warning light stay on . If your vehicle. This is going on . Once thepower assist is used it when you start your engine ever stops while you do, the pedal may take...will help prevent skidding. But you will use it up, may get harder topush down. Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Cadillac has an advanced electronic braking system that your engine stops, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking.That means better braking and longer brake life. If your brake pedal ...
... but don't pump your brakes. If there's a problem withthe anti-lock brake system, the will anti-lock brake system warning light stay on . If your vehicle. This is going on . Once thepower assist is used it when you start your engine ever stops while you do, the pedal may take...will help prevent skidding. But you will use it up, may get harder topush down. Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Cadillac has an advanced electronic braking system that your engine stops, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking.That means better braking and longer brake life. If your brake pedal ...
Owner's Manual
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... water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material is the most dangerous time. 190 While driving on theroad. Remember, this is on a surface with night vision problems, or by or shifting to go. Steer theway you have any doubt. \ Remember: Any anti-lock braking system ( A B S ) helps avoid only the braking skid. DRM... downon slippery surfaces because stopping distance be impaired-- by alcohol or drugs, with reduced traction,try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, braking (including engine braking by fatigue.
... water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material is the most dangerous time. 190 While driving on theroad. Remember, this is on a surface with night vision problems, or by or shifting to go. Steer theway you have any doubt. \ Remember: Any anti-lock braking system ( A B S ) helps avoid only the braking skid. DRM... downon slippery surfaces because stopping distance be impaired-- by alcohol or drugs, with reduced traction,try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, braking (including engine braking by fatigue.
Owner's Manual
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...ENGINE AND GET EVERYONE OUT OF THE VEHICLE untilit cools down. Stop after high speed driving. 0 Idle for long periods in the runs slower). Turn on a hot day. You may decide notto lift thehood but or hear no steam, the problem... see may not be safe, the you 're parked,see if the warning stops. Try to keep your air conditioner. 2. If you no minute or so: 1. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your heater to be too serious. Turn off your engine...speed and open the window as necessary. 3. away. Sometimes engine can drive normally. If you : Climb a long hill ...
...ENGINE AND GET EVERYONE OUT OF THE VEHICLE untilit cools down. Stop after high speed driving. 0 Idle for long periods in the runs slower). Turn on a hot day. You may decide notto lift thehood but or hear no steam, the problem... see may not be safe, the you 're parked,see if the warning stops. Try to keep your air conditioner. 2. If you no minute or so: 1. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your heater to be too serious. Turn off your engine...speed and open the window as necessary. 3. away. Sometimes engine can drive normally. If you : Climb a long hill ...
Owner's Manual
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...COLD," add a50/50 mixture of clean water and a proper antifreeze. 237 With plain water or the wrong mix, your cooling system be burned. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could get the overheat warning. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can dangerous. Your vehicle's coolant...information about proper coolant the mix.) A CAUTION I ~ ~ r ~ Adding onlyplain water to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you but wouldn't get too hot you haven't found a problem yet, the coolant level isn't orabove but at the Coolant" in the Index for the proper coolant mix.
...COLD," add a50/50 mixture of clean water and a proper antifreeze. 237 With plain water or the wrong mix, your cooling system be burned. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could get the overheat warning. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can dangerous. Your vehicle's coolant...information about proper coolant the mix.) A CAUTION I ~ ~ r ~ Adding onlyplain water to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you but wouldn't get too hot you haven't found a problem yet, the coolant level isn't orabove but at the Coolant" in the Index for the proper coolant mix.
Owner's Manual
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... overheating, both fans should be burned. With plain water or the wrong mix, your engine could get too but you hot wouldn't getthe overheat warning.Your engine could catch fire and you haven't found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn't at or above "FULL COLD," a 50/50 mixture of ...clean water and a proper antifreeze. 245 If they aren't, your cooling system D to see if the electric engine fans are running . Plain...
... overheating, both fans should be burned. With plain water or the wrong mix, your engine could get too but you hot wouldn't getthe overheat warning.Your engine could catch fire and you haven't found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn't at or above "FULL COLD," a 50/50 mixture of ...clean water and a proper antifreeze. 245 If they aren't, your cooling system D to see if the electric engine fans are running . Plain...
Owner's Manual
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.... Wash or properlv throw clothing or rags away containing used oil. the Don't ever dispose oil by pouring it on your vehiclehas this option, see "Engine Block Heater" in skin laboratory animals. What to park outsidein very cold weather, F (-29 "C)or colder. Used oil can bea big help . 276...'INFORMATION' button. If -20" your skin for help if you have to Do with soap and water, a good or hand cleaner. you An have a problem properly disposing your used oil, ask your be check at any itemby pressing the may INFORMATION button several times until the next oil change your...
.... Wash or properlv throw clothing or rags away containing used oil. the Don't ever dispose oil by pouring it on your vehiclehas this option, see "Engine Block Heater" in skin laboratory animals. What to park outsidein very cold weather, F (-29 "C)or colder. Used oil can bea big help . 276...'INFORMATION' button. If -20" your skin for help if you have to Do with soap and water, a good or hand cleaner. you An have a problem properly disposing your used oil, ask your be check at any itemby pressing the may INFORMATION button several times until the next oil change your...
Owner's Manual
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... computer determines the transaxle that meets "GM Specification 1825-M,"which won't damage aluminum parts.You can also use these,you have problem with a complete coolantflush and refill. The proper coo' It for your cooling system and howadd coolant when to Protect against ...To Reset Transaxle Fluid Change Indicator: (Northstar) 4.6L Your vehicle is obtained, push the dipstick backin all the way. ENGINE COOLANT The following explains your Cadillac will display on the until climate control simultaneously the "TRANS FLUID RESET" 5 message appearsin the Information Center (between and...
... computer determines the transaxle that meets "GM Specification 1825-M,"which won't damage aluminum parts.You can also use these,you have problem with a complete coolantflush and refill. The proper coo' It for your cooling system and howadd coolant when to Protect against ...To Reset Transaxle Fluid Change Indicator: (Northstar) 4.6L Your vehicle is obtained, push the dipstick backin all the way. ENGINE COOLANT The following explains your Cadillac will display on the until climate control simultaneously the "TRANS FLUID RESET" 5 message appearsin the Information Center (between and...
Owner's Manual
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...Seat ...7 Recommended Fluids & Lubricants ...See Maint . OffRoad ...186 Recreational Vehicle. Use Of Safety BeltsDuring ...36 Problems On The Road ...220 Product Serv.Publications ...See Owner Assistance Proper Safety Belt Usage, For Adults ...18 Pull...85 Racing. Adding A ...155. 326 Radio Systems ...153 Rain. Notices About ...2 Possible Injury To People. Shifting When Your Engine Is ...86 Radiator Overheating ...233 Radiator Pressure Cap ...286 Radio. Brake ...184 Perception Time. r r r r Park. Shifting...179 PolishingandWaxing ...321 Possible Damage to Your Cadillac. Book.
...Seat ...7 Recommended Fluids & Lubricants ...See Maint . OffRoad ...186 Recreational Vehicle. Use Of Safety BeltsDuring ...36 Problems On The Road ...220 Product Serv.Publications ...See Owner Assistance Proper Safety Belt Usage, For Adults ...18 Pull...85 Racing. Adding A ...155. 326 Radio Systems ...153 Rain. Notices About ...2 Possible Injury To People. Shifting When Your Engine Is ...86 Radiator Overheating ...233 Radiator Pressure Cap ...286 Radio. Brake ...184 Perception Time. r r r r Park. Shifting...179 PolishingandWaxing ...321 Possible Damage to Your Cadillac. Book.