Owner's Manual
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...every subject in this manual. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. drive Problems on page 7- 12. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you 'll find use your audio...your vehicle. Features and Controls This section explainshow to start and operate your vehicle running properly and looking good. ,c .c - \ + The 1998 Cadillac Catera Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use it something you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" ...
...every subject in this manual. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. drive Problems on page 7- 12. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you 'll find use your audio...your vehicle. Features and Controls This section explainshow to start and operate your vehicle running properly and looking good. ,c .c - \ + The 1998 Cadillac Catera Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use it something you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" ...
Owner's Manual
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a Cruise control can be dangerous where you can't drive safely at (40 km/h). On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph at a steady speed.So, don't use your cruise control on ...
a Cruise control can be dangerous where you can't drive safely at (40 km/h). On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph at a steady speed.So, don't use your cruise control on ...
Owner's Manual
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...frustration. the condition the road (wet,dry, icy); Control of a Vehicle You have to decide to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can lose control you 're driving on That's perception time. That's reaction time. But that make your vehiclewhere go . It might... (20 m). That could be less with one driver and as long as when you of so keeping enough space between your brakes; of a second. tire of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly with another. Braking Braking action involvesperception time and reaction t i m . on snow or ice, it . ...
...frustration. the condition the road (wet,dry, icy); Control of a Vehicle You have to decide to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can lose control you 're driving on That's perception time. That's reaction time. But that make your vehiclewhere go . It might... (20 m). That could be less with one driver and as long as when you of so keeping enough space between your brakes; of a second. tire of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly with another. Braking Braking action involvesperception time and reaction t i m . on snow or ice, it . ...
Owner's Manual
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... that wheels are slowing down. The computer is You're driving safely. Here's what happens with ABS. of you won't have make the most available tire and road conditions. Suddenly an animal jumps out in separately work the brakes each wheel. If one to get too close to The anti-lock...
... that wheels are slowing down. The computer is You're driving safely. Here's what happens with ABS. of you won't have make the most available tire and road conditions. Suddenly an animal jumps out in separately work the brakes each wheel. If one to get too close to The anti-lock...
Owner's Manual
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... this ever happens?Ease up on The traction you can get in the same direction. also At highway speeds, the amount of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to provide manual-like steering for maneuvering and parking ease. steering and acceleration --...the steering effort increases. Here's why: 4-10 Suppose you suddenly accelerate.Both control systems-- You will still have todo their work where the tires meet the road. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops orthe system is not functioning, you steer but ...
... this ever happens?Ease up on The traction you can get in the same direction. also At highway speeds, the amount of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to provide manual-like steering for maneuvering and parking ease. steering and acceleration --...the steering effort increases. Here's why: 4-10 Suppose you suddenly accelerate.Both control systems-- You will still have todo their work where the tires meet the road. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops orthe system is not functioning, you steer but ...
Owner's Manual
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... is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for a better time. If you can turn until the right tire contacts the front pavement edge. You can see a sign up to one-quarter turn the steering wheel up ahead that might affect your passing patterns...
... is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for a better time. If you can turn until the right tire contacts the front pavement edge. You can see a sign up to one-quarter turn the steering wheel up ahead that might affect your passing patterns...
Owner's Manual
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... your its 4-13 0 Do not get too close . If other lane.If the way is clear to pass, you will a have enough friction where the tires meet the road do what the driver to steer and constantly seek escape route or area an of the passed vehicle to move into the...
... your its 4-13 0 Do not get too close . If other lane.If the way is clear to pass, you will a have enough friction where the tires meet the road do what the driver to steer and constantly seek escape route or area an of the passed vehicle to move into the...
Owner's Manual
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...the vehicle. But skids are always possible. Remember: Any traction control system helps avoid only the acceleration skid. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to recognize warning clues-- You may straighten out. If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your driving to a lower gear). The three typesof..., try your wheels In aren't rolling. Learn to slide. In the steering or cornering skid, too much speedor steering in acurve causes tires to and slip lose cornering force.And in the acceleration skid,too much throttle causes the driving wheels to existing conditions, and by taking...
...the vehicle. But skids are always possible. Remember: Any traction control system helps avoid only the acceleration skid. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to recognize warning clues-- You may straighten out. If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your driving to a lower gear). The three typesof..., try your wheels In aren't rolling. Learn to slide. In the steering or cornering skid, too much speedor steering in acurve causes tires to and slip lose cornering force.And in the acceleration skid,too much throttle causes the driving wheels to existing conditions, and by taking...
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... invisible. Slow down on night driving. 0 Drive defensively. Night Vision No one can 't see as well at night. Night drivingis more space between you 're tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest. Since you can see as much road ahead. ." ..."...I "" 7% 0 In remote areas, watch for animals. If you...
... invisible. Slow down on night driving. 0 Drive defensively. Night Vision No one can 't see as well at night. Night drivingis more space between you 're tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest. Since you can see as much road ahead. ." ..."...I "" 7% 0 In remote areas, watch for animals. If you...
Owner's Manual
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... (as from night blindness -- When you 'll get wet suddenly when your eyes contract repeatedly. the inability to see in a turn as well because your tire-to pick out dimly lighted objects.
... (as from night blindness -- When you 'll get wet suddenly when your eyes contract repeatedly. the inability to see in a turn as well because your tire-to pick out dimly lighted objects.
Owner's Manual
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... is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with proper tread depth. (See "Tires" in through them very slowly. the Hydroplaning doesn't happen often. Have good tires with road. be prepared have your tires that is standing on the water. Never drive through deep puddles or standing water, ...can actually ride on the road. it Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE: If you 're going fast enough. When your But tires do not have much water can come in the Index.) 4-18 There just isn't a hard and fast about hydroplaning. Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous...
... is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with proper tread depth. (See "Tires" in through them very slowly. the Hydroplaning doesn't happen often. Have good tires with road. be prepared have your tires that is standing on the water. Never drive through deep puddles or standing water, ...can actually ride on the road. it Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE: If you 're going fast enough. When your But tires do not have much water can come in the Index.) 4-18 There just isn't a hard and fast about hydroplaning. Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous...
Owner's Manual
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The exit ramp can a Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? After driving any circumstances, stop and back up -to recommended pressure? 0 a Tires: They are . course, Of you'll find experienced and able service experts in advance.If you miss your exit, do not, under any distance for... at night. if Here are some things you 're ready. Are the tires all across North America. Should you to avoid a major storm system? Expect to move to the proper lane well in Catera dealerships all inflated the to -date maps? Drive on a Long Trip Make sure you check...
The exit ramp can a Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? After driving any circumstances, stop and back up -to recommended pressure? 0 a Tires: They are . course, Of you'll find experienced and able service experts in advance.If you miss your exit, do not, under any distance for... at night. if Here are some things you 're ready. Are the tires all across North America. Should you to avoid a major storm system? Expect to move to the proper lane well in Catera dealerships all inflated the to -date maps? Drive on a Long Trip Make sure you check...
Owner's Manual
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... wind against the vehicle that it just plain falling asleep the at wheel? If it does, your vehicleis well ventilated, with the hum the of tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of or whatever. First, be injured. If you ! or 0 0 Driving on steep hills or...
... wind against the vehicle that it just plain falling asleep the at wheel? If it does, your vehicleis well ventilated, with the hum the of tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of or whatever. First, be injured. If you ! or 0 0 Driving on steep hills or...
Owner's Manual
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... in your slowing down . Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N)or with the ignition off is this: let engine do all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. or You may want to visit there, here are some of hill,be alert. If you drive regularly in steep country...
... in your slowing down . Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N)or with the ignition off is this: let engine do all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. or You may want to visit there, here are some of hill,be alert. If you drive regularly in steep country...
Owner's Manual
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... the Index. Keep your traction control system on Snow orIce Most of the time, those places where your It ability to t road conditions. improves your tires meet the road probably have good traction. a Even though your vehicle has traction control system, a you'll want to slow down and adjust your... tires and ice the road, you can have a lot less traction or "grip" and will needbe to avoid drivingon wet ice until salt and sand crews r ...
... the Index. Keep your traction control system on Snow orIce Most of the time, those places where your It ability to t road conditions. improves your tires meet the road probably have good traction. a Even though your vehicle has traction control system, a you'll want to slow down and adjust your... tires and ice the road, you can have a lot less traction or "grip" and will needbe to avoid drivingon wet ice until salt and sand crews r ...
Owner's Manual
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... as little as possible. This saves fuel. But do every half hour or until help keep warm, you really uncomfortable feel from the cold. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1/28KPa SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL , INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it keeps the for and... will need a well-charged battery to preserve heat. Start the engine again the and repeat this only when you get it may properly carry.The Tire-Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver's door tells you can . help comes. When you must. the 4-28 KG MAX. for...
... as little as possible. This saves fuel. But do every half hour or until help keep warm, you really uncomfortable feel from the cold. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1/28KPa SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL , INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it keeps the for and... will need a well-charged battery to preserve heat. Start the engine again the and repeat this only when you get it may properly carry.The Tire-Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver's door tells you can . help comes. When you must. the 4-28 KG MAX. for...
Owner's Manual
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...the trailer tongue and the total weight on your vehicle, you pull a trailer. Load-pulling components such as theengine, transmission, wheelassemblies and tires are forced to wind resistance, increasing the pulling requirements. What's more than the maximum posted speed for this section. your passengers. Don... laws, including speed limit restrictions, having todo with trailering. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacityis for your vehicle's parts. Your Catera can tow atrailer if it is equipped with weight: 0 0 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do with the...
...the trailer tongue and the total weight on your vehicle, you pull a trailer. Load-pulling components such as theengine, transmission, wheelassemblies and tires are forced to wind resistance, increasing the pulling requirements. What's more than the maximum posted speed for this section. your passengers. Don... laws, including speed limit restrictions, having todo with trailering. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacityis for your vehicle's parts. Your Catera can tow atrailer if it is equipped with weight: 0 0 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do with the...
Owner's Manual
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...sure you don't over theGVW limit for your vehicle is not intended for cold tires.You'll find these numbers the on Tire-Loading Information label at the rear edge the of driver's door or see proper...If you then be sure to it. If you have to follow: The rear bumper on Your Vehicle's Tires Be sure your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to the upper are limit for... bumper-type hitches to seal the holes later when you 've loaded your vehicle's tires inflated to if the weightsare see "LoadingYour Vehicle" in the trailer. Dirt and watercan, too. 4-33 ...
...sure you don't over theGVW limit for your vehicle is not intended for cold tires.You'll find these numbers the on Tire-Loading Information label at the rear edge the of driver's door or see proper...If you then be sure to it. If you have to follow: The rear bumper on Your Vehicle's Tires Be sure your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to the upper are limit for... bumper-type hitches to seal the holes later when you 've loaded your vehicle's tires inflated to if the weightsare see "LoadingYour Vehicle" in the trailer. Dirt and watercan, too. 4-33 ...
Owner's Manual
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...'t work well, or all. During your rig. This lets youcheck your trailer. This can t r with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires certain amountof experience. Follow the lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. you start your vehicle without a trailer.
...'t work well, or all. During your rig. This lets youcheck your trailer. This can t r with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires certain amountof experience. Follow the lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. you start your vehicle without a trailer.
Owner's Manual
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,e ** -a * Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you'll find what to about some problems that can occur on the road. do 5-2 5-2 5-3 5-7 5- 12 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating 5- 14 5-20 5-21 5-3 1 Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing Flat a Tire If You'reStuck:In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow 5-1
,e ** -a * Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you'll find what to about some problems that can occur on the road. do 5-2 5-2 5-3 5-7 5- 12 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating 5- 14 5-20 5-21 5-3 1 Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing Flat a Tire If You'reStuck:In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow 5-1