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Number Application * hstrument Panel Illumination ............... 194 * Instrument Panel Telltales 194 * License Plate ........................... 194 * Park and Turn Signal ................. 2357 NA * Sidemarker ............................ 194 Stop/Tail/Turn Signal ................... 2057 * T r u n k . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 561 * U n d e r h o o d . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 561 * Vanity Mirror .......................... 124

9005 9006 * Illumination Entry Lock .................. 192 * For service information on these bulbs, contact your Cadillac dealer service department.

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Capacities and Specifications Engine Specifications Displacement. ......................................... 279 cubic inches (4 565 cc) Type .......................................................... 4.6LDOHCV8 VIN Engine Code SLS ..................................................................... Y STS ..................................................................... Horsepower SLS ....................................................

STS ....................................................

Torque

SLS ...................................................

STS ...................................................

Firingorder ................................................... Thermostat Starts To Open ...................................

275(bhp)@5600rpm 205 (kW) @ 5600 rpm 300(bhp)@600Orpm 224 (kW) @ 6000 rpm

300(1b-ft)@4000rp111 407 (Nmm) @ 4000 rpm 295 (lb-ft) @ 4400 rpm 400 (N-m) @ 4400 rpm 1-2-7-3-4-5-6-8 177-184°F (81-85°C)

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Capacities and Specifications (Continued) Capacities Transaxle (4T80-E) ........................................ Crankcase (Engine Oil with Filter Change) .................... Engine Cooling System .................................... FuelTank ............................................... R-134a Refrigerant ......................................... Vehicle Dimensions Wheel Base ............................................ Length ............................................... Height ................................................ Width ................................................. ............................................ Front Tread Rear Tread .............................................. Wheel Nut Torque ..........................................

15 quarts 7.5 quarts 12.5 quarts 20gallons 2.0 lbs.

(14.2 L) (7.1 L) (11.8 L) (75.7 L) (0.91 kg)

11 1 inches 204.1inches 54.5 inches 74.2 inches 60.9 inches 60.9 inches 100 lb-ft

(2 819 mm) (5 183 mm) (1 384 mm) (1 884.5 mm) (1 546 mm) (1 546 mm) ( 140 N-m)

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Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure, ask your Cadillac dealer.

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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Filter Element ............. AC Type A1096C 25096932 Fuel Filter Element ............ AC Type GF-580 25121468 Engine Oil Filter ................ AC Type PF-58 25014377 PCV Valve .................. AC Type CV-774C 06487779 Spark Plugs ................... AC Type 4 1-900 5614236 AC Type 13 1-66 3531407

Thermostat ....................

Windshield Wiper Blade (Pin Type) .................. .22 inches (56.5 cm)

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Section 7 Customer Assistance Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Here you will find out how to contact Cadillac if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. This section includes information on: 0 The Customer Satisfaction Procedure 0 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY)

Users

0 Roadside Service 0 Gold Key Courtesy Transportation 0 BBB Auto Line - Alternative Dispute Resolution

Program

0 Reporting Safety Defects 0 Service and Owner Publications

Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and Cadillac. Normally, any concern you may

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have with your vehicle can be handled by your selling or servicing dealer. Your dealer has the facility, trained technicians, special tools and up-to-date information to promptly address any issue which may arise. Cadillac has empowered its dealers to make decisions and repair vehicles, and they are eager to resolve your concern to your complete satisfaction. If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the Sales, Service, or Parts Manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager. STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center, 24 hours a day, by calling 1-800-458-8006. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).

For help outside of the United States and Canada, call the following numbers as appropriate:

In Mexico: (525) 625-3256 In h e r t o Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) or 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) In the U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-75 1-4135 (English) or 1-800-75 1-41 36 (Spanish) In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-0009 In Bermuda, Barbados, Antigua and the British Virgin Islands: 1-800-534-0122 In all other Caribbean countries: 1-809-763-13 15 In other overseas locations, call GM North American Export Sales in Canada at 1-905-644-41 12

For prompt assistance, please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: 0 Your name, address, home and business telephone

numbers Vehicle Identification Number (This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield.) Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concern

We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry prompt attention. However, if you wish to write Cadillac, write to:

Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of Canadian and GM Overseas offices. When contacting CadiIlac, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership, using the dealer's facilities, equipment and personnel. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern. Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Cadiilac by dialing: 1-800-833-CMCC. (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)

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Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 30009 Van Dyke P.O. Box 9025 Warren, MI 48090-9025

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Each technician travels with a specially equipped service vehicle complete with the necessary Cadillac parts and tools required to handle most roadside repairs. Cadillac Roadside Service can be reached by dialing 1-800-882-1112,24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This service is provided at no charge for any warranty-covered situation and for a nominal charge if the Cadillac is no longer under warranty. Cadillac Owner Privileges TM Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Privileges at “no charge”, throughout your I996 Cadillac Warranty Period - 48 Monthsf50,OOO Miles (80 000 km).

Roadside Service

TOLL-FREE HOTLINE 1-800-882-1112

Cadillac’s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac owner with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and, when appropriate, a Cadillac trained dealer technician who will provide on-site service.

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Emergency Road Service is performed on site for the following situations: Towing Service

0 Battery Jump Starting Lock Out Assistance

0 Fuel Delivery 0 Flat Tire Change (Covers change only)

0 Trip Interruption - If your trip is interrupted due to a warranty failure, incidental expenses may be reimbursed during the 48 months or 50,000 miles/80,000 kilometers warranty period. Items covered are hotel, meals and rental car.

Roadside Service Availability Wherever you drive in the United States or Canada, an advisor is available to assist you over the phone. A dealer technician, if available, can travel to your location within a 30 mile/50 kilometer radius, of a participating Cadillac dealership. If beyond this radius, we will arrange to have your car towed to the nearest Cadillac dealership. Reaching Roadside Service Dial the toll-free Roadside Service number: 1-800-882-11 12. An experienced Roadside Service Advisor will assist you and request the following information: 0 A description of the problem 0 Name, home address, home telephone number 0 Location of your Cadillac and number you are

calling from The model year, vehicle identification number and date of delivery

Roadside Service for the Hearing or Speech Impaired Roadside Service is prepared to assist owners who have hearing difficulties or are speech impaired. Cadillac has installed special telecommunication devices called Text Telephone (TTY) in the Roadside Service Center. Any customer who has access to a (TTY) or a conventional teletypewriter can communicate with Cadillac by dialing from the United States or Canada 1-800-833-CMCC - daily, 24 hours.

Our Cadillac Dealer Technician network is ready and able to assist Cadillac customers at roadside.

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Gold Key Courtesy Transportation One of your Cadillac Owner Privileges is Gold Key Courtesy Transportation. It's one more example of Cadillac's commitment to provide the services you expect and deserve as a Cadillac owner. Gold Key Courtesy Transportation helps you get where you need to be when your Cadillac is in the dealership for warranty service.* Courtesy Vehicle Gold Key Courtesy Transportation provides you with transportation if your car requires warranty repairs. Your dealer will provide you with a courtesy vehicle if one is available.

Shuttle Service Warranty work can frequently be handled in one day, but there is no reason for you to wait around. Cadillac helps eliminate inconvenience to you with transportation alternatives. Gold Key Courtesy Transportation provides shuttle service for same day warranty work. Your Cadillac dealer can get you where you need to be with minimal interruption of your daily schedule. * In Canada, for warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, interim transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your dealer for details. Miscellaneous Service Gold Key Courtesy Transportation also provides various reimbursements for overnight repairs. such as transportation obtained independently, cab fare or reasonable fuel expenses for a ride provided by another individual.* "Please ask about specific Gold Key Courtesy Transportation benejits ofSeel-ed by your Cadillac dealer.

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Plan Ahead When Possible Whenever possible, schedule an appointment for your vehicle’s warranty work. Your Cadillac dealer can then prepare to meet your alternative transportation needs and minimize inconveniences typically associated with warranty repairs.

Owner Responsibilities There are only two things which you will be responsible for during the use of your courtesy vehicle. You are required to provide insurance coverage and replenish the fuel used. In many cases your own auto insurance policy may provide primary coverage for the courtesy vehicle, similar to rental car agreements. Please, check with your insurance company to be certain what’s covered. This service is provided to you under the terms of the New Vehicle Warranty, therefore, it is imperative that your vehicle be picked up fiom the dealership at the completion of the warranty service. Vehicles not picked up in a timely fashion may incur rental fees charged to the customer. Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people under 21 years of age. If you are under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, Cadillac will reimburse you, up to $30/day, for any documented transportation you receive. 7-8

GM Participation in BBB AUTO LINE - Alternative Dispute Resolution Program* *This program may not be available in all states, depending on state law. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both Cadillac and your Cadillac dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a situation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed, the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section is very successful. There may be instances where an impartial third party can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. To assist in resolving these disagreements, Cadillac voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE.

BBB AUTO LINE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle disputes between customers and automobile manufacturers. This program is available free of charge to customers who currently own or lease a GM vehicle. If you are not satisfied after following the Customer Satisfaction Procedure, you may contact the BBB using the toll-free telephone number, or write them at the following address:

BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203

Telephone: 1-800-955-5 100

To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name and address, your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), and a statement of the nature of your complaint. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage, and other factors.

We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and Cadillac. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator. The arbitrator will make a decision which you may accept or reject. If you accept the decision, GM will be bound by that decision. The entire dispute resolution procedure should ordinarily take about 40 days from the time you file a claim until a decision is made. Some state laws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state-run arbitration program or in the courts. For further information, contact the BBB at 1-800-955-5 100 or the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-458-8006.

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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN, GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to:

Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa, Ontario K1 G 3J2

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write to:

NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590

You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at our Customer Assistance Center, 1-800-458-8006 or write:

Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 30009 Van Dyke P.O. Box 9025 Warren, MI 48090-9025

In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7

Service and Owner Publications

Service manuals, service bulletins, owner’s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and many past model General Motors vehicles. Toll-free telephone numbers for ordering information: . . . . . . 1-800-55 1-4123 United States Canada . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-668-5539

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Service Manuals Service manuals contain diagnostic and repair information for all chassis and body systems. They may be useful for owners who wish to get a greater understanding of their vehicle. They are also useful for .owners with the appropriate skill level or training who wish to perform “do-it-yourself’ service: These are authentic General Motors service manuals meant for professional, qualified technicians. Service Bulletins Service bulletins covering various subjects are regularly sent to all General Motors dealerships. GM monitors product performance in the field. When service methods are found which promote better service on GM vehicles, bulletins are created to help the technician perform better service. Service bulletins may involve any number of vehicles. Some will describe inexpensive

service; others will describe expensive service. Some will advise of new or unexpected conditions, and others may help avoid future costly repairs. Service bulletins are meant for qualified technicians. In some cases bulletins refer to service manuals, specialized tools, equipment and safety procedures necessary to service the vehicle. Since these bulletins are issued throughout the model year and beyond, an index is required and published quarterly to help identify specific bulletins. Subscriptions are available. You can order an index at the toll-free numbers listed previously, or ask a GM dealer to see an index or individual bulletin. Owner Publications Owner’s manuals, warranty folders and various owner assistance booklets provide owners with general operation and maintenance information.

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Section 8 Index

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A / C Off For Engine Protection Message . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-80 AirBag ....................................... 1-20 How Does it Restrain .......................... 1-24 ................................ How it Works 1-22 Location .................................... 1-22 Readiness Light ......................... 1.21. 2.66 Servicing ................................... 1-25 What Makes it Inflate .......................... 1-23 What Will You See After it Inflates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24 When Should it Inflate ......................... 1-23 Aircleaner .................................... 6-14 Air Conditioning ................................ 3-9 Air Conditioning Refrigerants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.64. 6.65 Air Control . Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2. 3-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Alarm. Theft-Deterrent Alignment and Balance. Tire ...................... 6-41 Aluminum Wheels . Cleaning ...................... 6-SO Antenna. Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36 Antifreeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20 Anti-Lock Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.69. 4.6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Anti-Lockout Feature Anti.Theft. Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-33 Appearance Care ............................... 6-44 Appearance Care Materials Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-52 Apply Brake to Shift Message ..................... 2-80

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Arbitration Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 Armrest. Storage .......................... Ashtrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-54 Assist Handles ................................. 2-55 Astroroof ..................................... 2-56 Audio Controls. Steering Wheel Touch Control . . . . . . . 3-33 Audio Equipment. Adding ........................ 3-34 Audio Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14 Automatic DoorLocks ................................... 2-4 Overdrive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22 Pull-Down Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 Shifting ..................................... 2-20 Transaxle Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17 Transaxle Operation ........................... 2-20

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-29 ChargeLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-67 ............................... 2-45 Guard Storage Inadvertent Power Saver ....................... 2-45 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 No Charge Message ........................... 2-81 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Replacement. Keyless Entry Volts High Message ........................... 2-81 ........................... Volts Low Message 2-81 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3. 5-5 8-1

BBB Auto Line ................................. 7-8 Better Business Bureau Mediation ................... 7-8 Brake Adjustment .................................. 6-28 Fluid ....................................... 6-26 Master Cylinder .............................. 6-26 Parking ..................................... 2-24 PedalTravel ................................. 6-28 Replacing System Parts ........................ 6-28 System Warning Light ......................... 2-67 Trailer ...................................... 4-35 Transaxle Shift Interlock ....................... 2-28 Wear ........................................ 6-27 Brake Vacuum Problem Message .................. 2-81 Brakes, Anti-Lock ............................... 4-6 Braking ........................................ 4-5 Braking in Emergencies .......................... 4-10 Break-In, New Vehicle ........................... 2- 15 Brightness Control .............................. 2-44 BTSJ ......................................... 2-28 Bulb Replacement .............................. 6-29

Capacities and Specifications ............... 6.63. 6.64 Carbon Monoxide .................... 2.29.4.28. 4.34 Cassette Tape Player .................. 3.17.3.21. 3.28 Cassette Tape Player Care ........................ 3-35 Cassette Tape Player Errors ............. 3.17.3.21. 3.28 Cellular Telephone .............................. 2-55 Center Console Storage Area ...................... 2-52 Center Rear Passenger Position .................... 1-30 Central Door Unlocking System .................... 2-3

CertificationEire Label .......................... 4-30 Chains. Safety ................................. 4-35 Chains. Tire ................................... 6-43 Change Engine Oil Message ....................... 2-81 Change Trans Fluid Message ................... ; .. 2-81 Changing a Flat Tire ............................. 5-25 Charging System Indicator Light ................... 2-67 Check Brake Fluid Level Message ................. 2-81 Check Coolant Level Message ..................... 2-82 Check Fuel Gage Message ........................ 2-82 Check Oil Level Message ......................... 2-82 Check Washer Fluid Message ..................... 2-82 Checking Your Restraint Systems .................. 1-44 Chemical Paint Spotting .......................... 6-51 Child Restraints ................................ 1-34 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position ........... 1-35 Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position .......... 1-37 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position .......... 1-39 TopStrap ................................... 1-35 Wheretoput ................................ 1-34 Chrome Wheels, Cleaning ........................ 6-50 Cigarette Lighter ............................... 2-54 Circuit Breakers and Fuses ....................... 6-55 Cleaner, Air ................................... 6-14 Cleaning ...................................... 6-44 Aluminum or Chrome Wheels ................... 6-50 Fabric ...................................... 6-45 Glass ....................................... 6-48 Inside of Your Cadillac ........................ 6-44 ............................. 6-47 Instrument Panel Leather ..................................... 6-47 Outside of Your Cadillac ........................ 6-49

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Speakercovers .............................. 6-47 Special Problems ............................. 6-46 Stains ...................................... 6-46 Tires ....................................... 6-50 Vinyl ....................................... 6-46 Wheels ..................................... 6-50 Windshield and Wiper Blades ................... 6-48 Clock. Setting the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14 Comfort Controls ................................ 3- 1 . . . . . 3-14 Comfort Controls. Steering Wheel Touch Control Compact Disc Care ............................. 3-35 Compact Disc Player ....................... 3.22. 3.30 Compact Disc Player Errors .................. 3.26. 3.33 Compact Spare Tire ............................. 5-35 Compass. Rearview Mirror with ................... 2-48 Console Storage ................................ 2-52 Control of a Vehicle .............................. 4-5 Convenience Net ............................... 2-53 Convex Outside Mirror .......................... 2-51 Coolant ........................................ 6-20 Heater, Engine ............................... 2- 19 SurgeTank ............................. 5-18. 5-20 Cooling System ................................ 5- 18 Cornering Lamp Bulb Replacement ................ 6-32 Cornering Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-43 Courtesy Transportation ........................... 7-7 Cruise Control ................................. 2-36 Cruise Engaged Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-82

Cupholders ............................... Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users ......... 7-3 Customer Assistance Information ................... 7-1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure .................... 7-1

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Damage. Finish ............................... 6-51 Damage. Sheet Metal ............................ 6-50 Daytime Running Lamps ......................... 2-41 ................................... 5-3 Dead Battery Defects. Reporting Safety Defensive Driving ............................... Defogger . Rear Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . 13 4-1 Defogging 3.4.3.8. Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.4.3.8. 3.13 DIC .......................................... 2-77 Dimensions. Vehicle ............................ 6-64 Dolby@ B Noise Reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.18.3.22. 3.29 Door

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Central Unlocking System ....................... 2-3 Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 ......................... Storage Compartment 2-52 Door Open Message ............................. 2-82 Driver Door Open Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-82 Driver Information Center ........................ 2-77 Driver Information Center Messages ................ 2-80 DriverPosition ................................. 1-12 Driver’s Outside Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror ..... 2-51

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City ........................................ 4-20 Defensive .................................... 4- 1 Drunken ..................................... 4-2 Freeway .................................... 4-21 In a Blizzard .................................. 4-27 In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-3 IntheRain .................................. 4-17 Night ...................................... 4-15 On Curves .................................. 4- 10 On Grades While Towing a Trailer ............... 4-37 On Hill and Mountain Roads .................... 4-23 On Snow and Ice .............................. 4-26 Through Water ............................... 4- 19 Wet Roads .................................. 4-17 Winter ...................................... 4-25 With a Trailer ................................ 4-35 DrunkenDriving ................................ 4-2 Dual-Zone Climate Control ........................ 3-5 ECC ......................................... 3-1 Electrical Equipment. Adding ........... 2.18.3.34. 6.54 Electrical System ............................... 6-54 Electrochromic Daymight Rearview Mirror ..... 2.46. 2.48 Electronic Climate Control ......................... 3-1 Electronic Level Control ......................... 2-87 ,Electronic Solar Sensor ........................... 3-5 Engine ........................................ 6-8 Coolant ..................................... 6-20 Coolant Heater ............................... 2- I 9 Coolant Temperature Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-71

Exhaust ..................................... 2-29 FuseBlock .................................. 6-55 Identification ................................ 6-53 Overheating .................................. 5-15 Running While Parked .......................... 2-30 Specifications ................................ 6-63 StartingYour ................................ 2-17 Engine Coolant Hot-Idle Message .................. 2-82 Engineoil ..................................... 6-9 Adding ..................................... 6-10 Additives ................................... 6-12 Checking ................................... 6-10 Used ....................................... 6-13 When to Change .............................. 6-13 Engine Speed Limiter ............................ 2-65 English/Metric Button ...................... 2-77, 2-80 Ethanol ........................................ 6-3 Exhaust, Engine ................................ 2-29 Express-Down Window .......................... 2-31 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver .................... 2-44

Fabric Cleaning ............................... 6-45 Fan Control. Climate Control System ............ 3.2. 3.5 Filling Your Tank ................................ 6-4 Filter. Air ..................................... 6-14 Finish Care .................................... 6-49 Finish Damage ................................. 6-51 First (1). Automatic Transaxle ..................... 2-23 Flashers. . Hazard Warning ......................... 5-1 Flash-To-Pass Feature ........................... 2-33

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Flat Tire. Changing ............................. 5-25 Floor Mats .................................... 2-55 Fluid Capacities ................................ 6-64 FOgLamps .................................... 2-42 Foreign Countries. Fuel ........................... 6-3 .. ........................... French Language Manual 11 FrontTowing .............................. 5-8. 5-11 Fuel .......................................... 6-2 DataPanel .................................. 2-76 DoorRelease ................................. 6-4 FillingYourTank .............................. 6-4 Gage ....................................... 2-75 In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-3 Fuel Level Very Low Message ..................... 2-83 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ....................... 6-55

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Fuel ....................................... 2-75 Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-64 GAWR ....................................... 4-30 Gear Positions. Automatic Transaxle ................ 2-20 GloveBox .................................... 2-52 Gross Axle Weight Rating ........................ 4-30 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................... 4-30 .. Guide en FranGais 11 GVWR ....................................... 4-30

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Halogen Bulbs ................................. 6-29 Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... 5-1 ................................. 1-6 Head Restraints

Tire

Headlamps .................................... 2-41 Bulb Replacement ............................ 6-30 Highbow Beam Changer ...................... 2-33 Wiring ..................................... 6-54 Hearing Impaired, Customer Assistance ........ 1 ..... 7-3 Heatedseats .................................... 1-4 Heated Windshield .............................. 3-12 Heating ....................................... 3-10 High-Beam Headlamps .......................... 2-33 Highway Hypnosis .............................. 4-23 Hill and Mountain Roads ......................... 4-23 Hitches. Trailer ................................. 4-34 Hood Checking Things Under ......................... 6-6 Release ...................................... 6-7 Horn ......................................... 2-32 Hydraulic Brake Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-67 Hydroplaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19

Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Illuminated Entry ............................... 2-44 Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-55 Inadvertent Power Battery Saver ................... 2-45 Inflation. Tire .................................. 6-36 ............................... Instrument Panel 2-60 Brightness Control ............................ 2-44 Cleaning .................................... 6-47 Cluster ................................ 2-62, 2-63 Interior Lamps ................................. 2-44 J ack. 5-28 Jump Starting ................................... 5-3

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Certification/Tire ............................. 4-30 Service Parts Identification ..................... 6-53 Tire-Loading Information ...................... 4-29 Vehicle Identification Number ................... 6-53 Lamps ........................................ 2-40 Interior ..................................... 2-44 On Reminder ................................ 2-41 Panel ....................................... 2-44 Leaving .Your Vehicle ............................. 2-6 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ....... 2-27 Level Control, Electronic ......................... 2-87 Light Sensor ................................... 2-44 Lighter ....................................... 2-54 Lights . Air Bag Readiness ....................... 1-21, 2-66 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ............ 2-69, 4-6 Brake System Warning ......................... 2-67 Charging System ............................. 2-67 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning ............. 2-71 Oil Pressure ................................. 2-74 Parking Brake Indicator ........................ 2-68 Safety Belt Reminder ...................... 1-7, 2-66 Service Engine Soon .......................... 2-71 Traction Control System Warning ............ 2-70, 4-9

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Anti-Lockout Feature Automatic Door .......................... Door .................................. Power Door ............................ Programmable Automatic Door ............. Rear Door Security ....................... Trunk Release ........................... Lumbar Controls .......................... MAGNASTEER ....................... Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts ....... Maintenance. Underbody .................... Maintenance When Trailer Towing ............ Malfunction Indicator Lamp ................. MapPocket .............................. Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle ....... MaxiFuse/Relay Center ..................... Methanol ................................ Mirrors .................................. Convex Outside ......................... Driver’s Outside Auto-Dimming Rearview .... Electrochromic Daymight Rearview ......... Illuminated Visor Vanity .................. Power Remote Control .................... Monitored Systems OK Message .............. Mountain Roads ........................... Multifunction Lever ........................

..... 4-29 ...... 2-6 ...... 2-4 ....... 2-3 ...... 2-4 ...... 2-4 ...... 2-5 ..... 2-10 ...... 1-2 ..... 4-10 ..... 6-65 ..... 6-51 ..... 4-38 . ..... 2-71 ...... 2-52 ...... 2-8 ..... 6-58 ...... 6-3 2.46. 2.48 ..... 2-51 ..... 2-51 2.46. 2.48 ..... 2-55 ..... 2-51 ..... 2-83 ..... 4-23 ..... 2-32

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Odometer .................................... 2-64 Odometer. Trip Set ......................... 2.77. 2.80 Off-RoadRecovery ............................. 4-12 Oil. Engine ..................................... 6-9 Oil Life Indicator ............................... 2-87 Oil Pressure Light .............................. 2-74 Operation ...................................... 2-7 Overdrive (0). Automatic Transaxle ................ 2-22 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ....... 5-15 Overheating Engine ............................. 5-15 Owner Publications ............................... 7- 12

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Paint Spotting. Chemical ........................ Park (P) Automatic Transaxle .......................... 2-2 1 Shifting Into ................................. 2-25 Shifting Out of ............................... 2-28 AtNight .................................... 2-12 Brake ...................................... 2-24 Brake Indicator Light .......................... 2-68 Lots ....................................... 2-12 Over Things That Burn ........................ 2-29 With a Trailer ........................... 4.37. 4.38 Pass Key Not Programmed Message ................ 2-83

Passenger Temperature Control ..................... 3-9 Passing ....................................... 4-13 PASS-Key% .................................. 2-14 PCM Fault Message ............................. 2-83 Power Antenna Mast Care ............................ 3-36 DoorLocks ................................... 2-4 Option Fuses ................................ 6-54 Remote Control Mirror ........................ 2-51 Retained Accessory ........................... 2-17 Seatback Recliner .............................. 1-5 Steering .................................... 4-10 Steering Fluid ................................ 6-24 Windows ................................... 2-31 Power Seat ..................................... 1-1 Lumbar Controls .............................. 1-2 Memory Function .............................. 1-3 Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts .................... 1-26 ............................ 5-1 Problems on the Road Programmable Automatic Door Locks ............... 2-4 Publications, Service and Owner ................... 7-11 Pull-Down Feature. Automatic .................... 2-11

Radio Reception .............................. 3-34 Radios ............................. 3.26 3.15.3.18. Rain. Driving In ................................ 4-17 Rainsense Wipers ............................... 2-35 RAP ......................................... 2-17 ReadingLamps ................................ 2-45

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Compartment Fuse Block ....................... 6-59 DoorSecurityLocks ........................... 2-5 Outside Seat Position .......................... 1-27 Storage Armrest .............................. 2-53 Towing ................................. 5-9, 5-13 Window Defogger ............................ 3- 13 Window Lockout ............................. 2-31 Rearview Mirror, Electrochromic Daymight .... 2-46, 2-48 Reclining Front Seatbacks .......................... 1-5 Reduced Engine Power Message ................... 2-83 Refrigerants, Air Conditioning ............... 6-64, 6-65 Remote Fuel Door Release ........................ 6-4 Remove Key Message ........................... 2-83 Replacement Bulbs ...................................... 6-62 Parts ....................................... 6-65 Wheel ...................................... 6-42 Replacing Safety Belts ........................... 1-44 Reporting Safety Defects .................... 7-10, 7-11 Restraints Checking ................................... 1-44 Child ....................................... 1-34 Head .,..................................... l-6 Replacing Parts After a Crash ................... 1-44 Retained Accessory Power ........................ 2-17 Reverse (R), Automatic Transaxle .................. 2-21 .................... Right Front Passenger Position 1-26 ........................ 2-86 Road Sensing Suspension Roadside Service ................................ 7-4 Rocking Your Vehicle ........................... 5-37 Rotation, Tires ................................. 6-37 RSS ......................................... 2-86

Safety Belt Extender ............................ 1-44 Safety Belts .................................... 1-6 Adults ...................................... 1-12 Care ....................................... 6-48 Center Rear Passenger Position ............... : .. 1-30 Children .................................... l-32 Driver Position ............................... 1-12 Extender .................................... 1-44 How to Wear Properly ......................... 1-12 Incorrect Usage ..... 1-16, 1-17, 1-18,l-19, 1-42, 1-43 Lap Belt ...................................... 1-31 Lap-Shoulder ........................... 1-12, 1-27 Larger Children .............................. 1-41 Questions and Answers ........................ 1-11 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions ............ 1-27 Rear Seat Passengers .......................... 1-27 Reminder Light .......................... 1-7, 2-66 Replacing After a Crash ........................ 1-44 Right Front Passenger Position .................. 1-26 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ................... 1-14 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment ............... 1-14 Smaller Children and Babies .................... 1-32 Use During Pregnancy ......................... 1-26 WhyTheyWork ............................... 1-8 Safety Chains .................................. 4-35 Safety Defects, Reporting ................... 7-10, 7-11 Safety Warnings and Symbols ....................... xi Seatback Power Recliner ................................ 1-5 Reclining Front ............................... 1-5 Heated ...................................... 1-4 Lumbar Control ............................... 1-2

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Shifting

Automatic Transaxie .......................... 2-20 Into Park (P) .................................. 2-25 Out of Park (P) ............................... 2-28 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ..................... 1-14 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment ................ 1 . 14 Signaling Turns ................................ 2-32 SIR .......................................... 1-20 Skidding ...................................... 4-14 Sound Equipment. Adding ........................ 3-34 Spare Tire, Compact ............................. 5-35 Speaker Covers, Cleaning ........................ 6-47 Specifications and Capaclties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-63, 6-64 Specifications. Engine ........................... 6-63 Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance ............... 7-3 Speed Sensor Fault Message ...................... 2-85 Speedometer ................................... 2-64 SSS .......................................... 4-10 Stains, Cleaning ................................ 6-46 Starting Disabled Due To Theft System Remove .......................... Ignition Key Message 2-85 Starting Your Engine ............................ 2-17 Steam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16.5-17, 5-20 Steering ...................................... 4-10 In Emergencies ............................... 4-11 . MAGNASTEER ............................. 4-10 Power ...................................... 4-10 Speedsensitive .............................. 4-10 Tips ........................................ 4-10 Wheel, Tilt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-32

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Tires .........................................

6-36 Alignment and Balance ........................ 6-41 Buying New ................................. 6-39 Chains ..................................... 6-43 Changing a Flat .......................... ; ... 5-25 Cleaning .................................... 6-50 Compact Spare ............................... 5-35 Inflation .................................... 6-36 Inspection and Rotation ........................ 6-37 Loading .................................... 4-29 Pressure .................................... 6-36 Temperature ................................. 6-41 Traction .................................... 6-41 Treadwe ar ................................... 6-40 Uniform Quality Grading ....................... 6-40 Wear Indicators .............................. 6-39 Wheel Replacement ........................... 6-42 When It’s Time for New ....................... 6-39 Top Speed Fuel Cut-Off Message .................. 2-85 TopStrap ..................................... 1-35 TorqueLock ................................... 2-28 Torque, Wheel Nut ......................... 5-32, 6-64 Towing a Trailer ................................ 4-31 Towing Your Vehicle ............................. 5-8 Traction Active ...................................... 2-86 Active Message ............................... 4-8 Control System ................................ 4-8 Control System Warning Light .............. 2-70, 4-9 OffMessage ................................. 2-85 ReadyMessage .............................. 2-85

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Transaxle Fluid

Brakes ..................................... 4-35 Driving on Grades ............................ 4-37 Drivingwith ................................. 4-35 Hitches ..................................... 4-34 Maintenance When Towing ..................... 4-38 Parking on Hills .............................. 4-37 Safety Chains ................................ 4-35 Tongueweight ............................... 4-33 Total Weight on Tires .......................... 4-34 Towing ..................................... 4-31 Turnsignals ................................. 4-37 Weight ..................................... 4-33 Automatic ................................... 6- 17 Reset Message ............................... 2-85 Transmission Hot Message ....................... 2-86 Transmitters Keyless Entry ................................. 2-7 Universal ................................... 2-57 Transportation. Courtesy .......................... 7-7 Trip Reset/Set ............................. 2-77. 2-80 TxUnk Automatic Pull-Down Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 1 1 LockRelease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Mounted CD Changer .................... 3.22. 3.30 OpenMessage ............................... 2-86 SecurityOverride ............................. 2-11 TTYUsers ..................................... 7-3 Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals ............... 2-32 Turn Signal On Chime ........................... 2-33 Turn Signal On Message ......................... 2-86

Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ................... 2-32 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer ................ 4-37 Twilight Sentinel ............................... 2-43

Underbody Maintenance ........................ 6-51 Underhood Lamp ............................... 2-43 Universal Transmitter ............................ 2-57

Vehicle

Control ...................................... 4-5 Damage Warnings .............................. xii Dimensions ................................. 6-64 Identification Number ......................... 6-53 Loading .................................... 4-29 Speed Limited to XXX MPH Message ............ 2-86 Speed Limiter ................................ 2-65 Storage ..................................... 6-29 Ventilation System .............................. 3-10 Very Low Refrigerant A/C Compressor Off Message . . . 2-86 Visors. Sun .................................... 2-54

w a r n i n g Devices ............................... 5-3 Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-65 ........................ 6-24 Washer Fluid. Windshield Washing Your Vehicle ........................... 6-49 Weatherstrips .................................. 6-48 Wheel Alignment .................................. 6-41 Nut Torque ............................. 5.32. 6.64 Replacement ................................. 6-42 Wrench ..................................... 5-28

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2-31 Express-Down ............................... 2-3 1 Power ...................................... 2-31 RearLockout ................................ 2-31 3- 12 2-36 2-36. 6-24

Windshield. Heated ............................. ............................. Windshield Washer

Fluid ..................................

Windshield Wiper .............................. 2-34 Blade Replacement ........................... 6-35 Fuses ....................................... 6-54 Winter Driving .................................. 4-25 Wiring, Headlamp ............................... 6-54 Wood Panels, Care .............................. 6-47 WreckerTowing ................................. 5-8 Wrench. Wheel ................................. 5-28

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This section explains how to start and operate your Cadillac.

This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the “SIR” system.

This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system.

Seats and Restraint Systems ............................................................. 1-1 FeaturesandControls .................................................................. 2-1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems ..................................................... 3-1 YourDrivingandtheRoad .............................................................. ProblemsontheRoad .................................................................. to drive under different conditions. ServiceandAppearanceCare ............................................................ Customer Assistance Information ........................................................ This section tells you how to contact Cadillac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 7-10. Index ................................................................................

This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc.

Here the manual tells you how to keep your Cadillac running properly and looking good.

Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how

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GENERAL MOTORS, GM and the GM Emblem, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Emblem and the name SEVILLE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Cadillac Motor Car Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your Cadillac, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it.

We support voluntary technician certification.

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The PENALTY OF LEADERSHIP

(Cadillac Motor Car Co. Detroit, Mich. 1

THIS TEXT APPEARED AS AN ADVERTISEMENT IN THE SATURDAY EVENING POST 1 JANUARY ?ND. IN THE YEAR 1915 ti COPYRIGHT. CADILLAC MOTOR CAR DlViSlON

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Few automobiles are fortunate enough to have the rich heritage that is Cadillac. The name Cadillac Antoine de La Mothe Cadillac, the French military commander who founded the city of Detroit in 1701. What better name for the oldest automobile manufacturer in Detroit.

is appropriately that of

commonplace as standardized parts are today, in 1908 parts were still individually hand fitted both in production and service.

Henry M. Leland, known as the master of precision, initiated his precision manufacturing techniques at the founding of Cadillac in 1902. His exacting standards prompted the motto by which Cadillac has been guided over the years - “Craftsmanship A Creed - Accuracy A Law.” The introduction of the first four cylinder engine in 1905 led the industry and enabled Cadillacs to travel at speeds up to 50 mph. For attention to quality ana Innovation, the Royal Automobile Club of England awarded the prestigious Dewar Trophy to Cadillac twice . . . first in 1908 for achieving perfect interchangeability of parts and again for introducing the electric self starter, electric lighting and ignition system on 191 2 models. Cadillac is the only American manufacturer to win this honor and the only manufacturer in the world to win it twice. As

1914 V8 Engine

VI 4 Engirzes 1930-1940

1949 Overhead Valve High Compression V8 Engine

Standardization opened the eyes of the industrial world and was the cornerstone of modern assembly line production. From this achievement evolved the reference to Cadillac as “Standard of the World.” In 1909 Cadillac was purchased by the then new General Motors Corporation. Convenience, cleanliness and all-weather comfort were greatly enhanced in 1910 when Cadillac became the first manufacturer to offer closed bodies as standard equipment. “The Penalty of Leadership” first appeared in the January 2, 1915 issue of The Saturday Evening Post as an expression of the Cadillac commitment to leadership, quality and innovation. It is widely regarded as one of the

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finest documents ever written. It was published following the introduction of the first production V8 engine, which was standard in all Cadillacs beginning with the 191 5 model. Many Cadillac "firsts" have followed over the years, including the synchro-mech clashless transmission. a nationwide comprehensive service policy, security plate glass, chrome plating and the first car to be designed by a stylist (1927 LaSalle/Harley Earl). The '30s witnessed production of the powerful, smooth and quiet V12 and V16 engines. The crisp, contemporary lines of the 1938 60 Special series ushered in a new era in styling.

1931 VI4 Sport Phaeton

VI4 Engine

During World War 11, shortly after Pearl Harbor, Cadillac discontinued car production for the first time since 1902 in order to construct light tanks, combat vehicles and internal parts for Allison V17 10 engines. Two Cadillac V8 engines and Hydra-Matic transmissions were used in each MSAI and M24 tanks.

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There are, to be sure, many ways to describe the superlative motor car pictured. “Beauty,” “majesty,” “brilliance” - all apply, in their fullest meaning, to this new Cadillac. And yet, from this have selected “elegance” as the word that most fully characterizes the Cadillac of 1960. The car’s beautiful, clean-lined styling is certainly elegant beyond compare. Its new interior luxury provides a feeling of elegance that can be sensed nowhere else in the world of motor cars. And even its new performance - smooth, quiet and effortless - might be summarized as “elegance in motion.’’ Once you have seen and driven it for yourself. we think you will agree that the word is “elegance” - and that the car is Cadillac!

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advances such as air suspension, memory seat, automatic electric door locks, transistor radio, a brushed stainless steel roof and low profile tires.

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For the 1948 model, Cadillac introduced the legendary tail fin which once more set the trend in automotive styling for nearly two decades. This was closely followed with the two door hardtop Coupe DeVille and the industry's first modern overhead valve, high compression V8 engine on the 1949 model. Engineering innovations, conveniences and styling dominated the '50s and '60s. Cruise control, automatic climate control, tilt and telescoping steering wheels, twilight sentinel and four door hard tops all debuted in these years. In 1957 the Eldorado Brougham featured

1957 Eldorado Brougham

The Eldorado, introduced in 1953, was redesigned for 1967 as the first front wheel drive personal luxury car. The 472 cu. in. V8 engine used in all Cadillacs in 1968 and 1969 was enlarged to 500 cu. in. for all 1970 through 1976 Eldorados. The Track Master computerized skid control braking system option debuted on 1970 Eldorados. A driver and passenger Air Cushion Restraint system (air bag) was available on all 1974, 1975 and 1976 Cadillacs. Analog Electronic Fuel Injection was available, on 1975 Cadillacs and standard on the new international size 1976 Seville. In 1978, the Trip Computer option incorporated the first on-board microprocessor.

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For more than nine decades Cadillac has been a leader in quality and technical innovation. Now more than ever, Cadillac is “Creating a Higher Standard.”

The electronics and computerization which were pioneered by Cadillac in the ’70s came of age in the ’80s with Digital Fuel Injection and On-Board Diagnostics in 1980, four wheel Anti-lock Brakes on 1986 models and Traction Control in the fall of 1989. The 1992 Seville STS was the first car ever to win all three major automotive awards: Car of the Year, Motor Trend; Ten Best List, Car & Driver; Car of the Year, Automobile Magazine. The year 1993 saw the introduction of the Northstar system. The state of the art system includes the 32 valve, dual overhead camshaft, Northstar 4.6 liter V8 engine, 4TSO-E electronically controlled automatic transaxle, road sensing suspension, speed sensitive steering, anti-lock brakes and traction control.

How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly. Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in the back of the manual. It’s an alphabetical list of all that’s in the manual, and the page number where you’ll find it. Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning.

A CAUTION:

These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.

In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you don’t, you or others could be hurt.

You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Don’t,” “Don’t do this,” or “Don’t let this happen.”

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Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices:

I NOTICE:

These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle.

In the notice area, we tell you about something that can darnage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE wamings in different colors or in different words. You’ll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE.

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For example, these symbols are used on an original battery:

CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY

PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING

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BURNS

AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES

SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BAllERY

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These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven:

DOOR LOCK UNLOCK

FASTEN SEAT BELTS

POWER WINDOW

These symbols have to do with your lights:

These symbols are on some of your controls:

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These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights:

Here are some other symbols you may see:

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ction 1 Seats and Restraint System

Power Seats

Here you'll find information about the seats in your Cadillac and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the power seats -- how to adjust them, and also about reclining front seatbacks, lumbar adjustments, heated seats and head restraints.

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The lumbar control is 1 located on the outboard side of each front seat. After you have made your desired seating adjustments, move the lumbar control to the maximum up and out position.

To do this, press the control forward to increase support and upward to raise the support mechanism. To adjust the back support, press the control down and rearward. Keep in mind that as your seating position changes, as it may during long trips, so should the position of your lumbar support. Adjust the seat as needed.

The power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the front seat cushion.

Move the front of the control in the direction of the arrows to adjust the front portion of the cushion up or down. Move the rear of the control in the direction of the arrows to adjust the rear portion of the cushion up or down.

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same time to move the entire seat up or down.

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the control in the direction of the center arrow.

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Adjust the driver’s seat to a comfortable position and then press the SET button. Within five seconds, press button “1 .” A second seating position may be programmed by repeating the above steps and pressing button “2” instead of

Note that each time a memory button is pressed a single beep will sound through the radio. If your vehicle is in PARK (P), you can recall a seating position by briefly pressing button 1 or 2. This will adjust the seat to where you have previously programmed it. If you have accidently pressed one of the memory recall buttons and want to stop seat movement, press one of the manual seat control buttons. This cancels a memory seat recall. You can also recall a seat position if your vehicle is not in PARK (P). Press and hold either the 1 or 2 button

until seat movement is complete. Releasing the buttons will stop seat adjustment. The EXIT button can be programmed to allow easy exit for up to two driver’s. Adjust the seat to a comfortable “exit” position and press the SET button followed by the EXIT button. Within five seconds, press button 1. A second exit position may be programmed by repeating the above steps and pressing button 2 instead of button 1. Be aware that the exit recall does not remember any recline positions. While your vehicle is in PARK (P), briefly press the EXIT button followed by either the 1 or 2 button to recall your programmed exit position. The exit position may also be recalled if the vehicle is not in PARK (P) by briefly pressing the EXIT button and then pressing and holding either the 1 or 2 button until seat movement is complete. Releasing the buttons will stop seat adjustment. Automatic seat movement will occur if the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is used to enter the vehicle. The number on the back of the transmitter corresponds to the 1 or 2 seat position. After the unlock button is pressed on the RKE transmitter and the key is placed in the ignition and turned on, the seat will automatically adjust to the appropriate position.

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The control is located in the center console. Move the switch to LO or HI to turn on the heating elements in the seat. The LO setting warms the seatback and cushion until the seat approximates body temperature. The HI setting heats the seat to a slightly higher temperature.

A telltale light in the control reminds you that the heating system is in use. The heated seats can only be used when the ignition is turned on.

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Press the control forward or

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But don't have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.

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Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. The head restraints tilt forward and rearward also. Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR), or air bag system.

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