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Power Antenna Mast Care

To Clean the Antenna Mast 1. Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the alltenna to full mast

extension.

2. Dampen a clcan cloth with mineral spirits or equivalent solvent. 3. Wipe the cloth over the mast sections, removing any dirt. 4. Wipe dry with a clean cloth before retracting. 5. Make the antenna go up and down by turning the radio or ignition on

and off.

6. Then repeat if necessary.

NOTICE: Don't lubricate the power antenna. Lubrication could damage it.

NOTICE: Before entering an automatic car wash, turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down. This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged. If the antenna does not go down when you turn the radio off, it may be damaged or need to be cleaned. In either case, lower the antenna by hand by carefully pressing the antenna down.

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YOUR DRIVING AND THE ROAD

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Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying wcather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. DEFENSZW DRDTNG The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your Cadillac: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anvthing.” On city streets, rural roads, or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.”

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Assume that pedestrians or other drivers arc going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes. Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents. Yet they are common. Allow cnough following distance. It's the best defensive driving maneuver, in both city and rural driving. You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly. DRUNKEN DRIWNG Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It's the numbcr one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle:

Judgment

0 Muscular Coordination 0 Vision

Attentiveness

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Police records show that almost half of a l l motor vehicle-rclated dcaths involve alcohol. In most cases. these deaths are the result of somonc who was drinking and driving. I n recent years, sum(: 18.000 a n n u a l motor vehiclerelated deaths have been associated with the L ~ S C of ;11cohol, w i t h more than 300,000 people injurcd. Many a d ~ ~ l t s population -- choose never to drink alcohol, so they ncver drive after drinking. For persons under 21, it's against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws. The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But what if people do? How much is "too much'' if the driver plans to drive? It's a lot less than many might think. Although it depends on each person and situation. here is some general information on the problem.

The Bloocl Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of someone who is drinking depends upon four things:

How much alcohol consunlcd

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The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking c. of time it has taken the drinker to coIwnx the alcohol The length According to the American Medical Association. a 180-pound (82 kg) person who drinks threc 12-ouncc (355 1111) bottlcs of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4-ounce ( 120 1111) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1- 112 ounces (45 m l ) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka.

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It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumcs food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.

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There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in many US. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In a growing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, the limit is 0.08 percent. In some other countries it’s even lower. The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the US. is 0.04 percent. The BAC will be over 0.10 percent after three to six drinks (in one hour). Of course, as we’ve seen, it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks, and how quickly the person drinks them. Hut the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. Ail drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0.05 percent or above. A driver with a BAC level of0.06 percent has doubied his or her chance of having a collision. At a BAC level of 0.10 percent, the chance of this driver having a collision is twelve times b oreater: at a level of 0.15 percent, the chance is twenty-five times greater! The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision. There’s something else about drinking and driving that many people don’t know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person‘s system can make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal cord or heart. This means that when anyone who has been drinking -- driver or passenger -- is in a crash, that person‘s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking.

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CONTROL OF A WHICLE You have three systenx that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, thc steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at thc places where the tires meet the road.

Sometimes, as when you're driving on snow or ice, it's easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide. That means you can lose control of your vehicle.

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Braking action involves yereeption time and recrction time. First, you have, to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’sperceptioll time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’s rerrction time. Average rerzcfiorz t h e is about 3/4 of a second. But that’s only an average. It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination, and eyesight all play a part. So do alcohol, drugs and frustration. But even in 3 4 of a second, a vehicle moving at 60 mph (100 km/h) travels 66 feet (20 m). That could be a lot of distance in an emergency, so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important. And, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road (whether it’s pavement or gravel); the condition of the road (wet, dry, icy); tire tread; and the condition of your brakes. Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life. If your engine ever stops while you’re driving, brake normally but don’t pump your brakes. If you do, the pedal may get harder to push down. If your engine stops, you will still have some power brake assist. But you will use it when you brake. Once the power assist is used up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push.

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4nti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Cadillac has an advanced electronic braking system that will help )revent a braking skid.

This light on the instrunlent panel will come on briefiy when you start your vehicle.

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When you start your vshiclc and begin to drive away, you may hear a momentaw motor or cliclcing noise. And you may even notic; that your brake pedal nloves a little while this is going on. This is the ABS system testing itself. If there‘s a problem with the anti-lock brake system, the anti-lock brake system warning light will stay on. See “Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light” i n the Index.

Here’s how anti-lock works. Let‘s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you.

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You slam on the brakes. Here's what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels. The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions.

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You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: Anti-lock doesn't change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won't have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave e.nough room up ahead to stop, even though you have anti-lock brakes.

To Use Anti-Lock Don't pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down and fet anti-lock work for you. You may hear the anti-lock pump or motor operate, and feel the brake pedal pulsate, but this is normal.

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Traction Control System Your vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery road conditions. The system operates only if it senses that one or both o f ihc front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction. When this happens, the system works the front brakes and reduces engine power (by shutting off fuel injectors) to limit wheel spin. The TRACTION ACTIVE message will display on the Driver Information Center when the traction control system is limiting wheel spin. See “Driver Information Center Messages” in the Index. You may feel the system working, or you may notice some noise, but this is normal. If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control svstem begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may re-engage the cruise control. (See “Cruise Control” in the Index.) The TRACTION DISABLED message will display on the Driver Information Center to let you know if there‘s a problem with your traction control system. See “Driver Information Center Messages” in the Index. When this message is displaved, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave the svstem on. But you can turn the traction control system off if you ever-need to. (You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow. See “Rocking Your Vehicle’’ in the Index.)

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To turn the system off, press the button labeled TRAC OFF located inside of the glove box. The TRACTION OFF message will display on the Driver Information Center. If the system is limiting wheel spin when you press the button, the system won’t iurn off right away. It will wait until there’s no longer a current need to limit wheel spin. You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again. The TRACTION ON nmsage will display briefly on thc Driver Information Center. Braking in Emergencies Use your anti-lock braking system when you need to. With anti-lock. you can steer and brake at the same time. In nlanv cmergencics. steering can help you more than even the very best braking. STEEMNG Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort.

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3 Steering Tips

The traction vou can get i n a CUI-VC depcnds on the condition of your tires and the roaddsurfacc, the angle a t which thc c u n ~ is banked, and your speed. Whilc you'rc i n a curve, speed is the one factor you can control. Suppose you're steering through c a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems -- stccring and acceleration -- have to do their work where the tircs meet the road. Unless you have traction control and the system is on, adding the sudden acceleration can demand too muck of those places. You can lose control. What should you do if this ever happens'? Ease up on the accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you want it to go, and slow down. Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed. Of course, the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions. Under less favorable conditions you'll want to go slower. If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before you enter the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead. Try to adjust your speed so you can "drive" through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway.

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Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking -- if you can stop in time. But sometimes you can’t; there isn’t room. That’s the time for evasive action -- steering around the problem. Your Cadillac can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision. Then steer around the problem, td the left or right depending on the space available. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without renmving either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object,

The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly.

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OFF-ROAD RECOVERY You mav find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a rmd onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pave.ment, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that vour vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement. You can turn the steering wheel up to 1/4 turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway.

PASSING The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds. A miscalculation, an error in judgment, or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents -- the head-on collision.

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So here are some tips for passing:

"Drive ahead." Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns. If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait for a better time. Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings, and lines. if yo^ can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection, delay your pass. A broken center line usually indicates it's all right to pass (providing the road ahead is clear). Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line, even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic. Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you're awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especiallv if you're following a larger vehicle. Also, you won't have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance. When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don't get too close. Time your move so you will be increasing specd as the time comes t o move into the other lane. If the way is clear t o pass, you w i l l have a "running start" that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping back. And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass. you need only slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunity If other cars are lined up t o pass a slow vehicle, wait your turn. But take care that someone isn't trying c t o pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle. Remember t o glance over your shoulder ;ind check the blind spot. Check your mirrors. glancc O V C ~ your shoulder. ;~nd start your lcft 1;tnc change signal bcfortj moving out o f thc right 12111~ to pass. Whcn y o u are far enough ahead of the passul vehicle t o see its front in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane. (Remember that your right outside mirror is convex. The vehicle you just passed may seem t o be farther away from you than it really is.) Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two-lane roads. Reconsider before passing the next vehicle.

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0 Don't overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly. Even though the brake lamps are not flashing, it may be slowing down or starting to turn,

0 If you're being passed, make it easv for the following driver to get

ahead of you. Perhaps you can easi a little to the right.

LOSS OF CONTROL Let's review what driving experts sav about what happens when the three control svstems (brakes, steering an> acceleration) don't have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, don't give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger.

In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not "overdriving" those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond t o your Cadillac's three control systems. In the braking skid your wheels aren't rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force. And in the acceleration skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin. A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. Remember: Any traction control system helps avoid only the acceleration skid. If your traction control system is off? then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs. Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material is on the road. For safety, you'll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited.

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While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try Vour best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration? or braking (including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. You may not realize the surfdce is slippery until your vehicle is skidding. Leain t o recognize warning clues -- such as enough water, ice or packed snow on the road t o make a “mirrored surface” -- and slow down when you have any doubt. Remember: Any anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps avoid only the braking L. skid. DRIVING AT NIGHT

Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired -- by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving. 0 Drive defensively. 0 Don’t drink and drive.

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Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can‘t see a s well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. In remote areas, watch for animals. If you’re tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest.

Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old. What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision. For example, if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting t o night. But if you’re driving, don’t wear sunglasses at night. They may cut down on glare from headlamps, but they also make a lot of things invisible. You can be temporarily blinded bv approaching lights. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eves to readjust to the dark. When YOU are faced with severe glare (as frim a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little. Avoid staring directly into the approaching lights. Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean -- inside and out. Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass. Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust. Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would, making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly. Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve. Keep your eyes moving; that way, it’s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects. Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim, so should your eyes be examined regularly. Some drivers suffer from night blindness -- the inability to see in dim light -- and aren’t even aware of it.

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D M N G IN THE RAIN

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Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road you can't stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn't as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don't have much tread left, you'll get even less traction. It's d w a ~ s wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes ;u'e tuned for driving on dry pavcment. The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road. and cven peoplc walking. It's wise to keep vour wiping quiptnent i n good shape and keep your windshield wash& tank filled. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs strips of rubber start to separatc from the inserts.

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Hydrupluning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your tires haven‘t much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road. If you can see reflections from trees, telephone poles, or other vehicles, and raindrops ‘‘dimple’‘ the water‘s surface, there could be hydroplaning. Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There just isn‘t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow down when it is raining. Some Other Rainy Weather Tips 0 Turn on your low beam headlamps -- not just your parking lamps -- to

help make you more visible to others. Besides slowing down, allow some extra following distance. And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear room ahead, and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray. Have good tires with proper tread depth. (See “Tires” in the Index.)

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One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving:

Know the best way to get to where you are going. Gct a city map and pian your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You’ll save time and energy. (See the next part, “Freeway Driving.”) Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it. When a light turns green, and just before you start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light.

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FREEWAYDRM-NG

Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane. At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow. Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow. Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it’s slower. Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass. Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your turn signal. Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn’t another vehicle in your “blind” spot.

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Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want t o leave the freeway, move t o the proper lane well in advance. If vou miss your exit do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Dr& o n tolthe ncst exit. The exit ramp can be cuwed, sometimes quite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted.

BEFORE LEAUNG ON A LONG TRIP Make sure vou're ready. Try to be well rested. If vou must start when you're not iresh -- such as aftcr a day's work -- d6n.t plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily driw in. Is vour vehicle ready for a long trip'! If you keep it stlnliced and miintained, it's ready t o go. I f it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you'll find experienced and able service experts in Cadillac dealerships all across North America. They'll be ready and willing to help if you need it. Here are some things you can check before a trip:

Wirdd1ield Woslter Fluid: Is the reservoir full'? Are all windows clean inside and outside?

Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip, Is the tread good enough for long-distancc driving? Are thc tires all inflated to the recornnxnded pressure'? Weather Fomusts: What's the weather outlook along your route? Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system'? Mcq~s: Do you have up-to-date maps?

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HIGmAY HYPNOSIS Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel‘? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy. Don’t let it happen to you! If it does, your vehicle can leave the road in less t l m n secmd, and you could crash and be injured. What can you do about highway hypnosis‘? First, be aware that it can happen. Then here are some tips: 0 Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool

interior.

0 Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the sides. Check

your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently. If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service, or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or both. For safety, treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency.

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Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there? here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. 0 Keep your vchicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the

brake;. tires. cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this: let your engine do some of the slowing down. Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill.

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Know how to go uphill. You n w want to shift down to a lower gear. The lower gears help cool your cnginc and transaxle, and you can climb the hill better. Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane roads i n hills or mountains. Don't swing wide or cut across the ccnter of thc road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lanc. As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could be something in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zoncs, a failing rocks area, or winding roads. Be alcrt to these and take appropriate action.

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Cadiliac in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct.

You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk.

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Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. Youll have a lot less traction or “giip” and will need to be very careful.

What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get “wet ice” when it’s about freezing (32” F; 0” C) and freezing rain begins to fall. Try to avoid driving- on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there. Whatever the condition -- smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow -- drive with caution.

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If You’re Caught in a Blizzard

If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers. Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.

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Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When vou run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightlv. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battew charged. You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps. Let the heater run for awhile.

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Then, shut the engine off' and close the window almost all the way t o preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel reallv u~~comfortable Presewe'the fuel as long as you can. 'To help keep warm, vou can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises eve1i half hour or so until hclp comes. LOADING YOUR VEHICLE

from the cold. But do it as little as possible.

TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION

OCCUPANTS

FRT. CTR. RR. TOTAL

VEHICLE CAP. WT. LBS. KG

MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE COLD TIRE XXX CAPACITY WEIGHT SPEED PRESSURE RTG PSVKPa

TIRE SIZE

FRT. RR. SPA. IF TIRES ARE HOT. ADD 4PSV28KPa SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

TLVO labels on your vehicle show how nwch wcight it may properly carry. The Tire-Loading Information label found on the driver's door tells you the proper size? speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle. It also gives you important information about the number of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight that you can carry. This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all non-factory installed options.

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MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR

THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI- CABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVEN- TION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.

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The other label is the Certification label. found on the rear edge of the driver's door. It tells you the gross weight capacilv of vour vehicle, called the GVWK (Gross Vel~icle Weight Rating). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight either the front or rear axie.

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If you put things inside your vehicle -- like suitcases, tools, packages or anything else -- they will go as fast as the vehiclc goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they'll keep going.

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TOWING A T M L E R

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NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this part, and see your Cadillac dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle.

Load-pulling conlponents such as the engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies, and tires are forced to work harder against the drag of the added weight. Thc engine is required to opcrate at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads, generating extra heat. What's morc, the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance, increasing thc pulling requirements. If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here are surne important points.

There are ~nar~y different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Makc sure your rig will be legal. not only where \;ou live hut also where you'll be driving. A good source for this infurmition can IX state or provincial police.

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You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls.

Don’t tow a trailer at all during the first 1,000 miles ( 1 600 krn) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, axle or other parts could be damaged.

0 Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you tow a trailcr, don’t

drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and don’t make starts at full throttle. This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads. Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer. Don’t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers (or no more than 55 mph (90 kndh)) to save wear on your vehicle’s parts.

Three important considerations have to do with weight: Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely bc? It should never weigh more than 1.000 pounds (450 kg) total, including the load. But even that can be too hcavy. It depends 011 how you plan to use your rig. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outsidc tcmperature and how mrrch your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important. And, it can also depend on any spccial equipment that you have on your vehicle.

In Canada, write to General Motors of Canada Limited, Cilstomer Assistance Center, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive. Ochawa, Ontario LlH SP7. Weight of the frailer Tongue The tongue load (A) o f any trailer is a n important weight to measure because it affects the total capacity weight of your vehiclc. The capacity weight includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who w i l l be riding it1 the vehicle. And if you will tow a trailer: you must subtract the tongue load from your vehicle‘s capacity weight because your vehicle will be carrying that weight, too. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index for more information about your vehicle’s maximum load capacity.

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simply by moving sonx items around i n the trailer.

If you’re using a “dead-weight” hitch, the trailcr tongue (A) should weigh 1 0 % of thc total loaded trailer weight (B). If you have a “weight-dist~-ibut.ing’? hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 12$+ of the total loaded trailer weight (B). After Vou‘ve loaded your trailer. weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, t o see if the weights arc proper. If they aren’t, you may be able t o get them right Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure vow vehicle’s tires are infiatcd to the 1-ccomrnendec1 pressure for cold tir& Yt~~’l1 find these numbers on the Certification label at the rear edge of the driver’s door or sce “Loading Your Vehicle” i n the Index. Then be sure you don‘t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tonguc. The gross combined vehicle weight (GCVW)=curb weight + passcnger’s weight + cargo + trailer weight, should never weigh more than 6,300 pounds (2 772 kg) total loaded vehicle and trailer.

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It's important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by, and rough roads are a few reasons why you'll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow:

Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If you do, then be sure t o k a l the holes later when you remove the hitch. If you don't seal them? deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get into your vehicle (see "Carbon Monoxide'? i n the Index). Dirt a l ~ d water can, too. The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches t o them. Use only a frame-nwuntcd hitch that does not attach to the bumper.

Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by thc hitch manufacturer or by the trai1c1- manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them t o the bumper. Always 1e;we just enough slack so VOLI can turn with your rig. And, never allow safety chains to drag OII the ground. Trailer Brakes

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Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of Ilandling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep i n mind that thc vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsivs as your vehicle is by itself. Before you start, check thc trailer hitch and platform (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controlier by hand to be sure the brakes are working. This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time. During \Tour trip, check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure, and that the’lights and any trailer brakes are still working. Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer. And, because you‘re a good deal longer, you’ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane. Bucking Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that hand to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, havc someone guide you.

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NOTICE: Making very sharp turns while trailering coulcl cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your whicle could be damagecl. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering.

When towing a trailer? the green arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailcr are burned out. T h , you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not. It's important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working. Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lowcr gear bcfow VOLI start clown a long or steep downgrade. If you don't shift down. youkight have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. On a long uphill grade. shift down ; 1 n d reduce your speed to u-ound 45 mph (70 km/h) or less to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating.

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Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, y&r riq could start t o move. People can be injured, and both your vel;icle and the trailer can be darnagecl. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here‘s how to do it: 1. Apply your regular brakes, but do not shift into PARK (P). 2. ILiave sonleone place chocks under the trailer whecls.

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2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drivc slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance when Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don’t overfill), engine oil, belt, cooling system, and brake adjustment. Each of these is covered in this manual, and the Index will help you find them quickly. If you’re trailering, it’s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip. Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight.

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Engine Cooling When Trailering Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions such as: e Climbing grades steeper than 4% at ambient temperatures above

90' F (32" C) with a loaded vehicle and trailer. Stopping after high-speed driving.

e Idling for long periods in stop and go traffic. If the ENGINE HOT-A/C COMPRESSOR OFF message appears on the Driver Information Center, do no be alarmed. This is a normal function designed to reduce the load on the engine and cooling system. You can continue to drive your vehicle. if the ENGINE COOLANT HOT-IDLE ENGINE message appears on the Driver Information Center, pull off to the side of the road as soon as it is safe to do so. When the vehicle is at a complete stop, shift the transaxle selector to PARK (P) and allow the engine to idle. Do not turn off the engine or increase engine speed above a normal idle. After several minutes resume driving at a reduced speed. Return to normal driving after 10 minutes if the ENGINE COOLANT HOT-IDLE ENGINE message is not displayed.

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PROBLEMS ON THE ROAD

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS

Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know WLI have a problem. Your front and rcar turn signal lamps will flash on a n i off.

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The light on your instrument panel will flash indicating that the hazard warning flashers are on.

Your hazard warning flashers will work once the button is pressed in regardless of the key position.

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0THE.R WARNING DEVICES

JUMP STARTING

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I NOTICE:

Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Trying to start your Cadillac by pushing or pulling it won’t work and it could damage your vehicle.

TO JUMP START YOUR CADILLAC: 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative

ground system.

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If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged.

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Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your Cadillac and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Turn off all lamps, radio or any accessorie.s that are in use on both vehicles. This will avoid sparks arld help save both batteries as well as avoid damage to any of the accessories. Open the hoods and locate the batteries.

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Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on cach battery.

5. Start by removing the red positive (+) terminal cover.

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they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too. Before you connect the cables, here are some things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (t) and negative (-) will go to negative (-) or a metal engine part. Don't connect positive (+) to negative (-) or you'll get a short that could damage the battery and maybe other parts too.

7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal o f the

vehicle with the dead battery.

8. Don't let the other end of the positive cable touch metal. Connect it to

the positive (+) terminal of the good battay.

9. Now connect the black negative (-) cable t o the good battery's

negative (-) terminal.

10. Don't let the other end of the negative cable touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative cable cloesn 't go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battely. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead batterv, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there. but the chance o f sparks getting back to the battery icrnuch less.

1 1. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the enqine for

awhile.

12. Try t o start the vehicle with the dead battery.

If it won't start after a few tries, it probably needs service.

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13. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting.

Xke care that they don't touch each other or any other metal.

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TOWING YOUR VEHICLE Ti-y to have a GM dealer or a professional towmg service tow your Cadillac. The usual towing equipment is :

Sling Type

0 Wheel Lift

8 Car Carrier

If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting or speciai tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may not be correct. Before you do anything, turn on the hazard warning flashers. When you call, tell the towing service:

That your vehicle cannot be towed from the front or rear with sling-type equipment. That your vehicle has front-wheel drive.

8 The makc, model and year of your whicie. Whether you can still move the shift lever.

0 If thcre was an accident., wha1 was damaged.

When the towing service arrives, let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations. The operator may want to see them.

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When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key off. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing selvicc. Do not use the whicle's steering colunln lock for this. The trallsaxlc should he i n NEUTRAL (N) and the parking hrake relc;lsd.

ENGINE OVERHEATING TIIC Driver Information Center will displav either ENGINE COOL.ANT HOT-IDLE ENGINE 01 STOP ENGINEdENGINE OVERHEATING. In addition you will find the warning light about a hot engine on your instrument panel on Canadian vehiclcs.

If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine

NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty.

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IfNo Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be t o o serious. Sonletimes the engine can get a little too hot when you:

Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high speed driving. Idle for long periods in traffic.

0 Tow a trailer. If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, or so: 1. Turn off your air conditioner. 2. Dial temperature control to the highest heat setting and open the

try this for a minute

3. If you’re in a traffic jam, shift to NEUTRAL (N); otherwise, shift to

window, as necessary. t h i highest gear while driving -- AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (0) or THIRD (3).

If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can drive normally. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your vehicle right away. If there’s still no sign of steam, you can idle the engine for two or three minutes while you‘re parked, to see if the warning stops. But then, if you still have the warning, turx off the cwgillc alzdgct c‘wyouc out of [he vehicle until it cools down. You may decide not to lift the hood but t o get service help right away.

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When you decide it's safe t o lift the hood. Ilere's w h a t you will see.

Coolant recovery tank. Radiator pressure cap. Electric engine fans.

If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don't do anything else until it cools down.

NOTICE: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn't covered by your warranty.

If there seems to be no leak, with the engine on check to see if the electric engine fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running. If they aren't. your vehicle needs service.

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How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at or near recovery tank, add a 50/50 mixture the FULL COLD mark on the &ant of clenu water (preferably distilled) and a proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank. (See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mix.)

NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant.

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If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more You can add the proper coolant mix directly to the coolant recovery tank, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it.

thing you can try.

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10. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface.

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Wheel covers won't fit on your compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare, you could damage the cover or the spare.

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Don't take your compact spare through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel. and maybe other parts of your vehicle.

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Don't use your compact spare on some other vehicle. And don't mix your compact spare or wheel with other wheels or tires. They won't fit. Keep your spare and its wheel together.

NOTICE: Tire chains won't fit your compact spare. Using them will damage your vehicle and destroy the chains too. Don't use tire chains on pour compact spare.

IF Y0UX.E STUCK: IN SAND, MUD, ICE OR SNOW What you don't want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as .*rocking" can help you get out when you're stuck, but you must use caution.

NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too Fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth, you can destroy your transaxle.

For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see "Tire Chains" in the Index. Rocking your vehicle to get it out: First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. You should turn your traction control system off. (See "Traction Control System" in the Index.) Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear. if that doesn't get you out after a few tries, you may need to be towed out. If you do need to be towed aut, see '*Towing Your Vehicle" in the Index.

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FUEL

What about gasoline with blending materials that contain oxygen (oxygenates). such a s MTBE or alcohol? ., MTBE is ”nlethyl tcl-tiary-butyl ether. Fuel that is 11o more ttlan 15% MTRE is fine for your vehicle. Etimol is ethyl or grain alcohol. Propcriy-blended fuel that is no more than 10% ctizwtol is fine for your velliclc. “ c l u r m d is methyl or wood alcohol.

Fuel that is more than 5% methanol is bad for your vehicle. Don’t use it. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn’t be covered under your warranty And even at 5% or less, there must be “cosolvents” and corrosion preventers in this fuel to help avoid these problems.

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ENGINE OIL If the CHECK OIL light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see “Check Oil Light” in the Index. You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder. It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.

Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don‘t, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level.

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If you change your own oil, be sure you use oil that has the "Starburst" symbol on the front of the oil container. If you have your oil changed for you, be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines.

RECOMMEWDED !9€ YISCOSITV GRADE ENGINE OILS

FOR %Sf FUEL ECONOMV AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAL YlSCOSlN GRADE OIL fOR THE fXPECT€D TEMPERATURE R A W .

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DO MOT USE SA€ 2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED

As shown in the chart, SAE ]OW-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 5W-30 if it's going to be colder than 60' F (16' C) before your next oil change. When it's very cold, you should use SAE 5W-30. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 2OW-SO.

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NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol. Failure to use the proper oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty.

Oil) meets all the

GM Goodwrench‘:” oil (in Canada, GM Enginc requirements for your vehicle. Engine Oil Additives Don‘t add anything to vour oil. Your Cadillac dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. When to Charzge Engine Oil Your Cadillac has an *‘Oil Life Indicator.” This feature will k t you know when to change your oil and filter -- usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and 7.500 miles (12 SOU km) since your last oil change. Under severe conditions, the indicator may come o n before 3:OOO miles (5 000 km). Never drive your vehicle more than 7:500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months without an oil change. The system won‘t detect dust in the oil. So. if you drive in a dusty area? be sure to change your oil everv 3,000 miles (5 000 krn) or sooner if the CHANGE OIL SOON lighi comes on. Remember to reset the Oil Life Indicator when thc oil has been changed. For more information. see “Oil Life Indicator” in the Index.

How to Reset the Oil Lye Indicator After the o i l has been changed, display the 01L LIFE LEFT message by pressing the INFORMATION button. Then press and hold the RESET button until the display shows "100." This resets the oil life index. The message will remain off until the next oil change is needed. The percentage of oil life remaining may be checked at any time bv pressing the INFORMATION button several times until the OIL LIFk LEFT message appears. For more information on the Oil Life Index feature. see *'Oil Life Index'' in the Index. Engine Coolant Heater An engine coolant heater can be a big help if vou have to park outside in very cold weather. 0' F (- 18' C) or colder. Ifyour vehicle has this option, see-*.Engine Coolant Heater" in the Index. What to Do with, Used Oil Did vou know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for vour skin and could even cause cancer'! Don't let used oil stav on your skin for. very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and waier, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See the manufacturer's warnings about the use and disposal of oil products.) Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If vou change your own oil. be sure to drain all free-flowing oil from the filtdr before disposal. Don't ever dispose of oil by putting it in the trash. pouring it on the 2 Oround, into sewers. or into streams or bodies o f water. Instead, recycle it hy taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problcm propcrly disposing o f your used oil, ask your dealer. a scrvicc station or a local recycling center ior hclp.

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NOTICE: If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire, And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will damage it. Always have the air cleaner in place when you're driving.

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How to Check

'Too much or too little fluid can damage yow transaxle. 'Too much can mean that some of the fluid couid come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid.

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of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the cross-hatched i! rc2 *

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Pull out the dipstick. Using a long-neck funne'l. add enough fluid at the dipstick hole, tc briniit to tie proper level. It doesn't take much fluid, generally less than a pint (0.X). Do11 'r 01~~1fill. We recommend you ise only fluid labeled DEXRON."-III. because fluid with that label is ma& especially for your automatic transaxle. Damage caused bv fluid other than D E ~ R O N ' ~ - I I I

is not covered by your nLw v e ~ e wdarrantp.

0 After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as described under "How to

Check." When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in all the way.

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How to Reset Transaxle Fluid Change Indicator

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RADIATOR .PRESSURE CAP

NOTICE: Your radiator pressure cap is a 15 psi (105 kpa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.

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coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine

THERMOSTAT Engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature. I f vour thermostat needs to be replaced an AC'"' thermostat is re&m-nended. POWER STEERING FLUID

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What to Add

NOTICE: When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid change, always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the propor fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.

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TQ Add

When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water.

e Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can

cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid. Fill your washer fluid tank only 314 full when it’s very cold. This allows for expansion, which could damage the tank if it is completely full. Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer. It can damage your washer system and paint.

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The fluid level must be to the maximum fill line at the base of the neck as i;hown. When your brake fluid fdls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. See “Brake System Warning Light” in the Index.

Wzat to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- such as Delco Supreme 1 l @ (GM Part No. 1052535). LJse new brake fluid from a sealed container only, and always clean the hake fluid resetvoir cap before removing it.

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NOTICE:

Don't let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid. For example? just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badIy that they'll have to be replaced. Brake fluid can damage paint, so be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle. If you do, wash it off immediately. See "Appearance Care" in the Index.

Brake Wear Your Cadillac has four-tvhecl disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).

NOTICE: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair.

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6rake Adjrrstment

BATTERY Every new Cadillac has a DcIco Freedom'' battery. You never have to add water to one of these. When it's time for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom". batterv. Get one that has the replacement number shown on the original bkery's label. Vehicle Storage If you're not going to drive your vehicle for 25 davs or more, take off the black: negative (-) cable from the battery. This wiil help keep your battery from running down.

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Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods. Battery Power Loss If you lose battery power or the battery is disconnected, vour car's computer must be programmed. It takes just over 20 miiutes to do it. If you want to do it yourself? here's how: 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Make sure the front wheels are straight. 3. Turn off the Electronic Climate Control.

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7 . Now your computer is programmed. H A O G E N BULBS

EXTERIOR LAMP HOUSINGS

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H E A D M P BULB RElMOVAL Here is how to change the halogen the access cover.

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2. Disconnect thc socket from the harness by separating the 1ocking

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NOTICE: Do not touch the glass portion of the new haiogen bulb! The oil from your fingers will shorten the life of your new halogen bulb.

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