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Cadillac 2000 Eldorado Owner's Manual

Summary of 2000 Eldorado

  • Page 2: Free

    Free lockout assistance free dead-battery assistance free out-of-fuel assistance free flat-tire change emergency towing 1-800-882-1112 that provides in an emergency: 1-800-882-1112 bumper-to-bumper 4-years/50,000 miles (80 000 km) limited warranty courtesy transportation deluxe trip routing every 20...

  • Page 3: 2000 Cadillac Eldorado

    I litho in u.S.A. Part number 25695351 a first edition © copyright general motors corporation 1999 all rights reserved 2000 cadillac eldorado owner's manual.

  • Page 4: Table of Contents

    Ii table of contents keys and door locks remote keyless entry (rke) system trunk release automatic transmission parking brake windows tilt wheel turn signal/multifunction lever windshield wipers cruise control interior and exterior lamps mirrors storage compartments convenience net accessory power o...

  • Page 5: Table of Contents (Cont'D)

    Section 3 comfort controls and audio systems section 4 your driving and the road section 5 table of contents (cont'd) defensive driving drunken driving control of a vehicle braking steering driving tips for various road conditions loading your vehicle towing a trailer heating and air conditioning se...

  • Page 6: Table of Contents (Cont'D)

    Iv fuel checking fluids and lubricants gm oil life system™ engine air cleaner/filter brakes bulb replacement windshield wiper blade replacement tires and wheels appearance care electrical system/fuses and circuit breakers capacities and specifications normal maintenance replacement parts table of co...

  • Page 7: Table of Contents (Cont'D)

    V table of contents (cont'd) customer assistance information in the index you will find an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find something you want to read. Section 7 customer satisfaction procedures customer assistance offices roadside assistanc...

  • Page 8: French Language Manual:

    Vi general motors, gm and the gm emblem, cadillac, the cadillac crest & wreath and the name eldorado 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 wi...

  • Page 9: How to Use This Manual

    Vii 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 thin...

  • Page 10: Vehicle Damage Warnings

    Viii vehicle damage warnings also, in this book you will find these notices: notice: these mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could...

  • Page 11

    Ix for example, these symbols are used on an original battery: caution possible injury protect eyes by shielding caustic battery acid could cause burns avoid sparks or flames spark or flame could explode battery these symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven:...

  • Page 12: Service Station Guide

    For a more detailed look at what's under the hood see section 6 tire pressure see section 6 service station guide oil viscosity engine oil see section 6 engine oil dipstick see section 6 remote fuel door release see section 6 premium fuel recommended use unleaded gas only, 91 octane or higher. See s...

  • Page 13: Section 1

    1- 1-1 section 1 seats and restraint systems here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle 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. 1 - 2 seats and seat controls 1 - 6 safety belts: they’re for ev...

  • Page 14: Seats and Seat Controls

    1-2 seats and seat controls this section tells you about the power seats -- how to adjust them, and also about the reclining front seatbacks, lumbar adjustments, head restraints, heated seats and seatback latches. Power seats the power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the front seat...

  • Page 15

    1-3 massaging lumbar (if equipped) push the power lumbar control up for half a second to activate the massage feature. The massage cycle will run for 10 minutes. The cycle can be interrupted by pushing the lumbar control down and holding for not more than half a second. The cycle will continue to ru...

  • Page 16

    1-4 reclining front seatbacks the reclining front seatback control is located on the outboard side of each front seat. Press the control forward or rearward to adjust the seatback. But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving..

  • Page 17: Caution:

    1-5 caution: sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt...

  • Page 18: Caution:

    1-6 the seatback may not fold without some help from you if your vehicle is parked going down a fairly steep hill. In this case, push the seatback toward the rear as you lift the latch. Then the seatback will fold forward. The latch must be down for the seat to work properly. Safety belts: they’re f...

  • Page 19

    1-7 in most states and canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: they work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn...

  • Page 20

    1-8 put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop..

  • Page 21

    1-9 the person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... Or the instrument panel ....

  • Page 22: About Safety Belts

    1-10 or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. Here are questions many people ask about safety belts -- and the answers q: ...

  • Page 23: Driver Position

    1-11 q: if i’m a good driver, and i never drive far from home, why should i wear safety belts? A: you may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident -- even one that isn’t your fault -- you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your con...

  • Page 24

    1-12 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “safety belt extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the r...

  • Page 25

    1-13 shoulder belt tightness adjustment your car has a shoulder belt tightness adjustment feature. If the shoulder belt seems too tight, adjust it before you begin to drive. 1. Sit well back in the seat. 2. Start pulling the shoulder belt out. 3. Just before it reaches the end, give it a quick pull....

  • Page 26: Caution:

    1-14 q: what’s wrong with this? A: the shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. Caution: you can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against y...

  • Page 27: Caution:

    1-15 q: what’s wrong with this? A: the belt is buckled in the wrong place. Caution: you can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious...

  • Page 28: Caution:

    1-16 q: what’s wrong with this? A: the shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. Caution: you can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head ...

  • Page 29: Caution:

    1-17 q: what’s wrong with this? A: the belt is twisted across the body. Caution: you can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix...

  • Page 30

    1-18 to unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Safety belt use during pregnancy safety belts work for every...

  • Page 31: (Sir) System

    1-19 the best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly. Right front passenger position to lear...

  • Page 32: Caution:

    1-20 caution: air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, e...

  • Page 33

    1-21 how the air bag system works where are the air bags? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side..

  • Page 34: Caution:

    1-22 caution: if something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the stee...

  • Page 35: Caution:

    1-23 what will you see after an air bag inflates? After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module -- the steering wheel hub for the driver’s air bag, or the instrument panel for the right fro...

  • Page 36: Notice:

    1-24 notice: if you damage the covering for the driver’s air bag, it may not work properly. You may have to replace the air bag module. Do not open or break the air bag covering. Servicing your air bag-equipped vehicle air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air b...

  • Page 37

    1-25 rear seat outside passenger positions lap - shoulder belt the positions next to the windows have lap - shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you v...

  • Page 38

    1-26 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see “safety belt extender” at the end of ...

  • Page 39: Caution:

    1-27 the lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious...

  • Page 40: Center Passenger Position

    1-28 center passenger position lap belt when you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt..

  • Page 41: Children

    1-29 to make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap - shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “safety belt extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is...

  • Page 42: Caution:

    1-30 caution: smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child. A very young child’s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips, as i...

  • Page 43: Caution:

    1-31 caution: never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can’t hold it. For example, in a crash caution: (continued) caution: (continued) at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 - lb. (5.5 kg) baby will ...

  • Page 44: Child Restraints

    1-32 child restraints every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have protection provided by appropriate restraints. Q: what are the different types of add - on child restraints? A: add - on child restraints are available in four basic types. When selecting a child restraint...

  • Page 45

    1-33 a rear - facing infant restraint (b) positions an infant to face the rear of the vehicle. Rear - facing infant restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs. (9 kg) and about one year of age. This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant’s head, neck and body can have the...

  • Page 46

    1-34 a forward - facing child restraint (c - e) positions a child upright to face forward in the vehicle. These forward - facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs. (9 to 18 kg) and about 26 to 40 inches (66 to 102 cm) in height, or up to around four years of ...

  • Page 47

    1-35 a booster seat (f) is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs., or even up to 80 lbs. (18 to 27 kg, or even up to 36 kg), and about four to eight years of age. A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Booster seats with shields use lap - only b...

  • Page 48: Caution:

    1-36 where to put the restraint accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We at general motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat. Never put a rear - facing child restraint in the front passenge...

  • Page 49

    1-37 top strap in canada, the law requires that forward - facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the united states, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. Your vehicle has top strap anchors al...

  • Page 50

    1-38 securing a child restraint in a rear outside seat position you’ll be using the lap - shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as...

  • Page 51

    1-39 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 4. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward - facing child restraint, you ma...

  • Page 52

    1-40 securing a child restraint in the center rear seat position you’ll be using the lap belt. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restra...

  • Page 53

    1-41 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward - facing child restraint, you may find it h...

  • Page 54: Caution:

    1-42 securing a child restraint in the right front seat position your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear - facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why: caution: a child in a rear - facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s...

  • Page 55

    1-43 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock..

  • Page 56: Larger Children

    1-44 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secur...

  • Page 57: Caution:

    1-45 accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. D children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. D children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are. Caution: never do this. Here...

  • Page 58: Caution:

    1-46 caution: never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap - shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. Tha...

  • Page 59: Safety Belt Extender

    1-47 safety belt extender if the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough...

  • Page 60: Section 2

    2- 2-1 section 2 features and controls here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to d...

  • Page 61: Keys

    2-2 keys caution: leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. If they turned the ignition to run and moved the shift l...

  • Page 62: Notice:

    2-3 ignition key door/locks key the square key is for the ignition only. It has a resistor pellet which is part of the vehicle’s pass - key r ii system. The oval key is for the doors and all other locks. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the plug from the door key. The plug has a c...

  • Page 63: Door Locks

    2-4 door locks caution: unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers -- especially children -- can easily open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be s...

  • Page 64

    2-5 power door locks press the power door lock switch to lock or unlock both doors at once. Automatic door locks close your doors and turn on the ignition. Every time you move the shift lever out of park (p), both doors will lock. The doors will unlock every time you stop the vehicle and move the sh...

  • Page 65

    2-6 leaving your vehicle if you are leaving the vehicle, open the door, set the locks from the inside, get out and close the door. Remote keyless entry (rke) system with this feature, you can lock and unlock the doors, unlock the trunk, open the fuel door and turn on your vehicle’s interior lamps fr...

  • Page 66: Notice:

    2-7 operation when you press this button to unlock the driver’s door, the parking lamps on your vehicle will blink twice. (you can program your vehicle so the parking lamps will not flash. For more information, see “lock/unlock confirmation” in the index.) pressing it again within five seconds will ...

  • Page 67

    2-8 1. Use the round end of the door key or a coin to pry open the transmitter. 2. Once the transmitter is separated, use a pencil (or similar object) to remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object. 3. Remove and replace the battery. Insert the new battery as the instructions under the cover i...

  • Page 68: Trunk

    2-9 resynchronization pressing the remote keyless entry transmitter buttons numerous times (approximately 250 times) out of the vehicle’s operating range may cause the transmitter not to work. Replacing the battery and pressing the transmitter buttons out of range will also cause the transmitter not...

  • Page 69: Caution:

    2-10 trunk lock release to use this feature, your vehicle must be in park (p) or neutral (n) and the valet lockout button must be in the off position. Press the trunk button, located above the radio on the driver information center (dic), to open the trunk. You can also press the trunk button on the...

  • Page 70: Theft

    2-11 a. Trunk lid b. Lever if for some reason the trunk lid (a) will not close, it may be because the trunk pull - down unit was accidentally bumped. Even though the trunk lid remains open, the motor from the pull - down unit has already cycled down. If this happens, press the lever (b) on the trunk...

  • Page 71: Theft

    2-12 parking lots if you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition key? D if possible, park in a busy, well lit area. D put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk or glove box. Be sure...

  • Page 72

    2-13 remember, the theft - deterrent system won’t activate if you lock a door with a key or use the manual door lock. It activates only if you use a power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter. To avoid activating the alarm by accident: d always unlock a door with a key or use the...

  • Page 73: Pass

    2-14 valet lockout button pressing the valet lockout button, located inside the glove box, to on will disable the use of the power trunk, fuel door and garage door openers. Pressing this button again will make these features reusable. Locking the glove box with the door key will also help to secure ...

  • Page 74: New Vehicle “Break

    2-15 if the engine does not start and the starting disabled remove key message is displayed in the driver information center, your key should be checked for damage. Starting may be attempted with an undamaged key immediately. See your dealer or a locksmith for key service. If the starting disable re...

  • Page 75: Ignition Positions

    2-16 ignition positions with the ignition key in the ignition, you can turn the switch to five different positions. Accessory (a): this position lets you use things like the radio, windshield wipers, power windows and sunroof (option) when the engine is off. To get into accessory, push in the key an...

  • Page 76: Notice:

    2-17 retained accessory power (rap) the following accessories on your vehicle may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned from run to off, and then to lock: d radio d power windows d sunroof power to these accessories stops after 10 minutes or if either door is opened. If you w...

  • Page 77: Notice:

    2-18 2. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in start for about three seconds at a time until your engine starts. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter. 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be ...

  • Page 78: Caution:

    2-19 to use the engine coolant heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The electrical cord is located on the driver’s side of the engine, behind the transaxle dipstick/fluid fill location (c) and next to the engine. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110 - vol...

  • Page 79: Caution:

    2-20 caution: it is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in park (p) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. Y...

  • Page 80: Caution:

    2-21 neutral (n): in this position, the engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use neutral (n) only. Also, use neutral (n) when your vehicle is being towed. Caution: shifting out of park (p) or neutral (n) while your engine is “racing” (running at high speed) ...

  • Page 81: Notice:

    2-22 third (3): this position is also used for normal driving, however, it offers more power and lower fuel economy than overdrive ( b). Here are examples for using third (3) instead of overdrive ( b): d when driving on hilly, winding roads. D when towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between...

  • Page 82: Parking Brake

    2-23 parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot to set the parking brake. If the ignition is on, the brake indicator light should come on. If it doesn’t, you need to have your vehicle serviced. If the parking brake h...

  • Page 83: Notice:

    2-24 reach under the driver’s side of the instrument panel and pull on the manual release lever, which is located above the parking brake pedal. If the parking brake does not release, you should either drive to the nearest service station or have your vehicle towed. Notice: driving with the parking ...

  • Page 84: Shifting Into Park (P)

    2-25 shifting into park (p) caution: it can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in park (p) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure you...

  • Page 85: Caution:

    2-26 leaving your vehicle with the engine running caution: it can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in park (p) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it coul...

  • Page 86: Caution:

    2-27 your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from park (p) when the ignition is in run. See “automatic transaxle” in the index. If you cannot shift out of park (p), try applying pressure to the brakes and pus...

  • Page 87: Engine Exhaust

    2-28 engine exhaust caution: engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (co), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: d your exhaust system sounds strange or different. D your vehicle gets rusty underneath. D your v...

  • Page 88: Caution:

    2-29 caution: it can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in park (p) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly....

  • Page 89: Horn

    2-30 express - down window this feature is present on the driver’s power window. Pressing the control rearward into the second position then releasing it will lower the window completely. If you want to stop the window as it is lowering, press the control forward. The first position on the power win...

  • Page 90

    2-31 if the turn signal is left on, a warning chime will sound and the driver information center (dic) will display turn signal on (after driving about 1 mile (1.6 km/h)) to remind you to turn it off. Arrows that flash rapidly when signaling for a turn or lane change may be caused by a burned - out ...

  • Page 91

    2-32 windshield wipers wiper: turn the band on the turn signal lever to control the wipers. Mist: turn the band toward you and then release it for a single wiping cycle. For more cycles, hold the band on mist longer. Lo or hi: turn the band away from you to either lo (low speed) or to hi (high speed...

  • Page 92: Notice:

    2-33 the rainsense system can be activated by turning the wiper stalk to one of the five sensitivity levels within the auto delay area. The auto delay position closest to off is the lowest sensitivity setting. This allows more water to collect on the windshield between wipes. Turning the stalk away ...

  • Page 93: Caution:

    2-34 cruise control with cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h). Cruise control shuts off when you apply your brakes. Caution: ...

  • Page 94: Caution:

    2-35 setting cruise control caution: if you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control. 1. Mov...

  • Page 95

    2-36 increasing speed while using cruise control there are two ways to go to a higher speed: d use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Push the button at the end of the lever and then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed. D move the cruise...

  • Page 96: Exterior Lamps

    2-37 exterior lamps the control located on the left side of the instrument panel controls these lamp systems: d headlamps d taillamps d parking lamps d sidemarker lamps d license plate lamp d underhood lamp d fog lamps d instrument panel lights d interior courtesy lamps instrument panel backlighting...

  • Page 97

    2-38 lamps on reminder if the manual headlamp control is activated, you will hear a warning chime if you open either door while leaving the lamps on. An exception to this is when you’re using twilight sentinel. Daytime running lamps daytime running lamps (drl) can make it easier for others to see th...

  • Page 98

    2-39 fog lamps use the fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. When you press the fog lamp button, a small indicator light will tell you that the fog lamps and the parking lamps are on. Press the button again to turn them off. If you turn on the high - beam headlamps, the fog lamps...

  • Page 99

    2-40 if it’s dark enough outside and the twilight sentinel control is off, a headlamps suggested message will display on the driver information center (dic). This message informs the driver that turning on the exterior lamps is recommended (it’s become dark enough outside to require the headlamps an...

  • Page 100: Interior Lamps

    2-41 interior lamps instrument panel intensity/ brightness control the digital displays automatically dim when it becomes dark outside and your lights are on. When it’s dark, the brightness control can be manually adjusted by turning the exterior lamps control knob counterclockwise to dim and clockw...

  • Page 101: Mirrors

    2-42 inadvertent power battery saver this feature is designed to protect your vehicle’s battery against drainage from the interior lamps, trunk lamp, glove box lamp, cigarette lighters or the garage door opener. When the ignition is turned off, the power to these features will automatically turn off...

  • Page 102

    2-43 the mirror also includes an eight - point compass display in the upper right corner of the mirror face. When on, the compass automatically calibrates as the vehicle is driven. When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner...

  • Page 103

    2-44 compass variance the mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances, as during a long distance cross - country trip, it will be necessary to adjust fo...

  • Page 104

    2-45 power remote control mirror (heated) your vehicle has an electric mirror control located on the driver’s door armrest. Move the r/l switch in the middle of the control to choose the right (passenger’s side) or left (driver’s side) mirror. To adjust the mirror, push the arrow control in the dire...

  • Page 105: Caution:

    2-46 convex outside mirror your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. This mirror does not have a dimming feature. Caution: a convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If yo...

  • Page 106

    2-47 center console storage the console includes a storage compartment for cds or tapes and an optional phone, an armrest and a cupholder. The cupholder can be opened by pressing on the surface panel located in front of the armrest. Close the lid to secure. The console may have a lock. To lock the c...

  • Page 107: Notice:

    2-48 ashtrays and cigarette lighter notice: don’t put papers or other flammable items into your ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them, causing a damaging fire. Front ashtray the front ashtray is located below the climate control system. To open, press on the lower edg...

  • Page 108: Sun Visors

    2-49 sun visors swing down the visor to block out glare. It can also be detached from the center mount and moved to the side. The driver’s sun visor is also equipped with a storage flap that can be used for maps or toll tickets. Lighted visor vanity mirror move the sun visor down and lift the cover ...

  • Page 109: Assist Handles

    2-50 assist handles a handle, located on each side pillar, can be used when getting out of your vehicle. Garment hooks for your convenience, a garment hook is attached to the casing around the reading lamps in the rear of the vehicle. To use, push the lower edge of the hook. Floor mats your vehicle ...

  • Page 110: Homelink

    2-51 homelink r transmitter (option) this device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesire...

  • Page 111

    2-52 4. Hold down both buttons until you see the indicator light on the homelink transmitter flash slowly and then rapidly. The rapid flashing indicates that the homelink transmitter has been programmed. Release both buttons once the indicator light starts to flash rapidly. If you have trouble progr...

  • Page 112

    2-53 “rolling code” programming (if equipped) if you have not previously programmed the hand - held transmitter to the homelink transmitter, see “programming the homelink transmitter” listed previously. If you have completed this programming already, you now need to train the garage door opener moto...

  • Page 113: The Instrument Panel

    2-54 the instrument panel -- your information system.

  • Page 114

    2-55 the main components of the instrument panel are: a. Air outlets b. Turn signal/multifunction lever c. Instrument panel cluster d. Radio (audio system) e. Driver information center control buttons f. Lamp controls g. Hvac steering wheel controls (or cellular telephone controls, if equipped) h. H...

  • Page 115: Instrument Panel Cluster

    2-56 instrument panel cluster the instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using and many of the other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically. United states version shown...

  • Page 116: Notice:

    2-57 speedometer and odometer the speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the united states) or kilometers (used in canada). You may wonder what happens if a veh...

  • Page 117: Warning Lights, Gages

    2-58 engine speed limiter this feature prevents the engine from operating at too many revolutions per minute (rpm). When the engine’s rpm are critically high, the fuel supply to the engine is shut off. When the engine speed slows, the fuel supply will come on again. This helps prevent damage to the ...

  • Page 118

    2-59 safety belt reminder light when the key is turned to run or start, a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 20 seconds, then it wi...

  • Page 119: Caution:

    2-60 caution: if the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the air bag system may not be working properly. The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehi...

  • Page 120: Caution:

    2-61 this light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to run if it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to p...

  • Page 121

    2-62 the anti - lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to run. If the light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. Traction control system warning light this warning light should come on briefly as you...

  • Page 122: Notice:

    2-63 engine coolant temperature gage this gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, the engine is too hot. That reading means the same thing as the warning light -- the engine coolant has overheated. See “engine overheating” in the index. Malfunction ind...

  • Page 123: Notice:

    2-64 notice: modifications made to the engine, transaxle, exhaust or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same tire performance criteria (tpc) can affect your vehicle’s emission controls and may cause the service engine soon light to come ...

  • Page 124

    2-65 if the light is on steady you may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See “filling your tank” in the index. The diagnostic system can de...

  • Page 125

    2-66 emissions inspection and maintenance programs some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to...

  • Page 126: Caution:

    2-67 caution: don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. Notice: damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is...

  • Page 127

    2-68 fuel data display everything you need to know about the fuel economy and how far you can travel with your vehicle’s remaining fuel is displayed. Fuel data can be obtained by pressing the info (skip) button. See “dic controls and displays” later in this section. Driver information center (dic) t...

  • Page 128

    2-69 fuel door: press this button to open the fuel door. (this feature will work only when the shift lever is in park (p) regardless of whether or not the vehicle is running.) trunk: press this button to open the trunk. (this feature will work only when the shift lever is in park (p) regardless of w...

  • Page 129

    2-70 dic messages these messages will appear if there is a problem sensed in one of your vehicle’s systems. Vehicles that are first sold in canada will have a number after each message. This number helps to identify the message which is only displayed in english. Pressing the info or info reset butt...

  • Page 130

    2-71 if this message appears and stays on while driving or after starting your vehicle, have it checked immediately to determine the cause of this problem. To help the generator recharge the battery quickly, you can reduce the load on the electrical system by turning off the accessories. You can mon...

  • Page 131

    2-72 check oil level - 36: for correct operation of the low oil sensing system, your vehicle should be on a level surface. A false check oil level message may appear if the vehicle is parked on grades. The oil level sensing system does not check for actual oil level if the engine has been off for a ...

  • Page 132

    2-73 engine misfire -- ease off gas pedal - 114: an engine misfire has occurred. You’ll need to ease off the gas pedal. Engine overheated, stop engine - 42: this message will appear when the engine has overheated. Stop and turn the engine off immediately to avoid severe engine damage. See “engine ov...

  • Page 133

    2-74 phone not present - 126: this message will appear when the steering wheel controls for the optional phone system are activated but the phone is not plugged into the vehicle. Make sure your phone is plugged in. If your phone appears to be connected, see your dealership for service. Remove key - ...

  • Page 134

    2-75 service ride sys - 84: this message is displayed to indicate that the suspension system is not operating properly. To correct this problem, have your vehicle serviced at your dealership. Service steering sys - 127: this message is displayed when a problem has been detected in the magnasteer r v...

  • Page 135

    2-76 starting disabled remove key - 33: this message will appear when the personalized automotive security system (pass - key r ii) senses that an improper ignition key is being used to try to start the vehicle. Check the ignition key for damage. If it is damaged, it may need to be replaced. If you ...

  • Page 136

    2-77 trans fluid reset - 48: with the engine not running and the ignition on, press and hold the off and rear defog buttons until the trans fluid reset message appears on the dic (between five and 20 seconds). Trans hot idle eng - 112: this message indicates that the transaxle fluid in your vehicle ...

  • Page 137

    2-78 if your vehicle is in park (p), you can recall mirror and seating positions by briefly pressing button 1 or 2. This will adjust the seat and mirrors to where you have previously programmed them. If you have accidentally pressed one of the memory recall buttons and want to stop seat or mirror mo...

  • Page 138

    2-79 feature on appears when a yes response is made and feature off appears with a no response. If a no response is made after the doors lock in gear prompt is displayed, feature off will appear. The automatic door locking system has been disabled and no other door lock messages will be displayed. L...

  • Page 139

    2-80 ext lights at unlock: exterior lamps (parking lamps, taillamps, sidemarker lamps, license plate lamps, low - beam headlamps, etc.) turn on when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed and it is dark outside. These lamps stay on for about 20 seconds or until the key ...

  • Page 140

    2-81 feature on displays when a yes response is made and feature off shows after a no response. If you do not want this feature, press the skip info button to skip to the next personalization feature which is storage mode. Storage mode personalization before you begin programming, make sure that you...

  • Page 141

    2-82 oil life indicator this feature lets you know when to change the engine oil. It’s based on the engine oil temperatures and your driving patterns. To see the display, press the skip info button several times until xx oil life left appears. If you see 99% oil life left, 99 percent of your current...

  • Page 142: Section 3

    3- 3-1 section 3 comfort controls and audio systems in this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. 3 - 2 comfort controls 3 - 2 climate control panel 3 - 6 elect...

  • Page 143: Comfort Controls

    3-2 comfort controls this section tells you how to make your air system work for you. With the ecc system, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has a flow - through ventilation system described later in this section. Climate control panel fan button...

  • Page 144

    3-3 the outside temperature sensor is located near the front grille. The sensor can be affected by road or engine heat during idling, slow driving or when the engine is first started after a short trip. In order to ensure proper automatic climate control operation, the outside air temperature displa...

  • Page 145

    3-4 if your vehicle is sitting out on a hot day and you have it set on auto, the air will first flow out the floor air outlets for a few seconds. That is normal. This is to expel hot air from the air outlets. As the air is cooled, the airflow will move through the air conditioning outlets. If you st...

  • Page 146

    3-5 fan speeds: press the button with the fan symbol on it until auto is displayed on the screen. At this setting, the fan speed is automatically controlled. If it is cold outside, the blower may not run in the maximum high fan speed right away. The system checks the temperature of the engine coolan...

  • Page 147

    3-6 electronic solar sensor the sensor monitors the sun’s solar radiation and is located on top of the instrument panel near the windshield. The ecc panel uses this information to automatically make the necessary temperature and airflow adjustments to maintain your comfort. Air conditioning on hot d...

  • Page 148: Notice:

    3-7 defrosting use defrost to remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in extremely humid or cold conditions. Press the mode button. If you select defrost, adjust the fan speed by pressing the fan button up or down. If you select defrost from auto, the system will control the fan speed. The tem...

  • Page 149

    3-8 ventilation system your vehicle’s flow - through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running. The front outlets are located in the center and at each side of the instrum...

  • Page 150: Audio Systems

    3-9 d when you enter a vehicle in cold weather, adjust the fan to the highest speed for a few moments before driving off. This helps clear the intake outlets of snow and moisture, and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of the windows. D keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects....

  • Page 151

    3-10 am-fm stereo with cassette tape player playing the radio pwr/vol: press this knob lightly to turn the system on. Press the knob again to turn the system off. To increase volume, turn the knob clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. The volume level will appear on the display. Hr...

  • Page 152

    3-11 pushbuttons: the six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six am, six fm1 and six fm2). Just: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press band to select am, fm1 or fm2. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons ...

  • Page 153

    3-12 playing a cassette tape with the radio on, insert a cassette tape. The tape will begin playing as soon as it is inserted. When one side of your cassette tape is done playing, auto reverse plays the other side of your cassette tape. If you want to insert a cassette tape when the ignition is off,...

  • Page 154

    3-13 source: press this button to select a source. If no cassette tape is in the tape player, cass appears on the display and then the radio station appears briefly. The display then reverts back to showing the time of day. Press this button again or press band to switch back to the radio. Eject: pr...

  • Page 155

    3-14 hr or mn: display the time with the ignition off by pressing this button. Source: press this button to select a source. Sources include cassette and compact disc. The audio source must be loaded to play. Available loaded sources are shown on the display. If a source is being used, it will be un...

  • Page 156

    3-15 using rds mode your audio system is equipped with radio data systems (rds). Rds mode gives you many useful new features. When rds is on, the radio can: d seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to listen to, d seek to stations with traffic announcements, d receive announcement...

  • Page 157

    3-16 region: you can also us the rds button to access the region function. When an rds station becomes weak, this function searches for a stronger station within the same network. A network can span a great distance. One network can have stations spread across a country or continent. Each network br...

  • Page 158

    3-17 msg (3): when rds is on, if the current station has a message, msg will appear on the display. Press the rds select button, followed by this button to see the message. If the whole message does not appear on the display, parts of the message will appear every three seconds until the message is ...

  • Page 159

    3-18 pushbuttons: the six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite program types (ptys). These buttons have factory pty presets. See “radio data systems (rds) program type (pty) selections” in the index. You can set up to 12 ptys (six fm1 and six fm2). Just: 1. Turn pty on. 2. Press band...

  • Page 160

    3-19 setting the tone tone: press and release this button until the desired tone control (bass or treble) is found. The radio keeps separate tone settings for each band, preset (except weather band presets) and source. Level: after selecting the desired tone control, press the plus (+) or minus ( - ...

  • Page 161

    3-20 playing a cassette tape with the radio on, insert a cassette tape. The tape will begin playing as soon as it is inserted. When one side of your cassette tape is done playing, auto reverse plays the other side of your cassette tape. Cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio off but they will n...

  • Page 162

    3-21 eject: press the upward triangle button to the right of the cassette tape player to remove a tape. The radio will play. Eject may be activated with the radio off and/or the ignition off. Clean tape: if this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will st...

  • Page 163

    3-22 ff: press and hold the right arrow to fast forward to another part of the compact disc. Release it to return to playing speed. Tune seek: when this button is pressed, it has two positions. This button works the same, whether it is pressed to the first or second position. Press this button to se...

  • Page 164

    3-23 pty list description rock m rock music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Soft soft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Soft rock soft rock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sports sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 165: Notice:

    3-24 notice: objects in the trunk which may shift or slide during driving could damage your cd changer. Protect your cd changer by using the convenience net whenever possible. Place large objects in the trunk appropriately so that they will not come into contact with the cd changer. You must first l...

  • Page 166

    3-25 close the door by sliding it all the way to the left. When the door is closed, the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine. This will continue for up to one and a half minutes, depending on the number of discs loaded. To eject the magazine from the player, slide the cd changer doo...

  • Page 167

    3-26 seek - tune: press the right arrow to seek to the next selection. Press the left arrow to search for the previous track selection. The sound will mute while seeking. Tune - seek: when this button is pressed, it has two positions. This button works the same, whether it is pressed to the first or...

  • Page 168

    3-27 compact disc changer errors cd changer error could be displayed for the following: d the road is too rough. The disc should play when the road is smoother. D the disc is dirty, scratched, wet or loaded label side up. D the air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. Cd changer d...

  • Page 169

    3-28 when battery power is removed and later applied, you will not have to reset your home radio presets because the radio remembers them. However, you will have to reset your away radio presets. Theft-deterrent feature theftlock r is designed to discourage theft of your radio. Your vehicle has a “b...

  • Page 170

    3-29 select: when listening to the radio, press the up or down arrow lever to tune to the next or previous preset radio station. (if your vehicle is equipped with the am - fm stereo with cassette tape player, factory presets which have not been reprogrammed with your stations will be ignored). When ...

  • Page 171: Notice:

    3-30 notice: before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle -- like a tape player, cb radio, mobile telephone or two - way radio -- be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engin...

  • Page 172

    3-31 when using a scrubbing action, non - abrasive cleaning cassette, it is normal for the cassette to eject because your unit is equipped with a cut tape detection feature and a cleaning cassette may appear as a broken tape. To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected, use the following ste...

  • Page 173: Notice:

    3-32 care of your compact disc player the use of cd lens cleaner discs is not advised, due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the cd optics with lubricants internal to the cd mechanism. Power antenna mast care your power antenna will look its best and work well if it’s cleaned from time to tim...

  • Page 174: Section 4

    4- 4-1 section 4 your driving and the road here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. 4 - 2 defensive driving 4 - 3 drunken driving 4 - 6 control of a vehicle 4 - 6 braking 4 - 10 st...

  • Page 175: Defensive Driving

    4-2 defensive driving the best advice anyone can give about driving is: drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: buckle up. (see “safety belts” in the index.) defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” on city streets, rural roads or freeways,...

  • Page 176: Drunken Driving

    4-3 drunken driving death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: d judgment d muscular coordination d...

  • Page 177

    4-4 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 consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower bac level. ...

  • Page 178: Caution:

    4-5 but 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. All drivers are impaired at bac levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that th...

  • Page 179: Control of A Vehicle

    4-6 control of a vehicle you have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy t...

  • Page 180

    4-7 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....

  • Page 181

    4-8 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 both rear wheels. The anti - lock system can change the brake pressure fast...

  • Page 182: Traction Control System

    4-9 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 of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction. When this happens, the system w...

  • Page 183: Steering

    4-10 to turn the system off, press the trac off button located inside 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 traction off message will display -- but the system won’t turn off right aw...

  • Page 184

    4-11 the traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you’re in a curve, speed is the one factor you can control. Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate....

  • Page 185: Off

    4-12 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 removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly st...

  • Page 186: Passing

    4-13 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 potentia...

  • Page 187: Loss of Control

    4-14 d check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right la...

  • Page 188: Driving At Night

    4-15 if you have stabilitrak r , you may see the stability engaged message on the driver information center. See “stability engaged message” in the index. 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 yo...

  • Page 189

    4-16 here are some tips on night driving. D drive defensively. D don’t drink and drive. D since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. D slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. D i...

  • Page 190

    4-17 driving in rain and on wet roads 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 always...

  • Page 191: Caution:

    4-18 driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. Caution: wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in a quick...

  • Page 192: Notice:

    4-19 driving through deep standing water notice: if you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you can’t avoid d...

  • Page 193: City Driving

    4-20 city driving 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: d know the best way to get to where you are goi...

  • Page 194: Freeway Driving

    4-21 freeway driving 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 sp...

  • Page 195

    4-22 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 to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to...

  • Page 196: Highway Hypnosis

    4-23 highway 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 ro...

  • Page 197: Caution:

    4-24 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. D keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on m...

  • Page 198: Winter Driving

    4-25 winter driving here are some tips for winter driving: d have your vehicle in good shape for winter. D you may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shov...

  • Page 199

    4-26 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. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be very careful....

  • Page 200

    4-27 your anti - lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti - lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “anti - lock” in the index. D allow greater following distance on ...

  • Page 201: Caution:

    4-28 d tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. D 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 o...

  • Page 202: Notice:

    4-29 then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can. To help keep warm, you can get out of the ...

  • Page 203: Caution:

    4-30 the other label is the certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver’s door. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr). The gvwr includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the gvwr for y...

  • Page 204: Caution:

    4-31 caution: things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. D put things in the trunk of your vehicle. In a trunk, put them as far forward as you can. Try to spread the weight evenly. D never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the ...

  • Page 205

    4-32 your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in “weight of the trailer” that appears later in this section. But trailering is different than just d...

  • Page 206

    4-33 weight of the trailer how heavy can a trailer safely be? It should never weigh more than 1,000 lbs. (450 kg). This is the total maximum weight, including the load. But even that can be too heavy. The maximum trailer weight for your vehicle can be determined from the gross combined vehicle weigh...

  • Page 207

    4-34 if you’re using a weight - carrying hitch, the trailer tongue (a) should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (b). If you have a weight - distributing hitch, the trailer tongue (a) should weigh 12 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (b). After you’ve loaded your trailer, w...

  • Page 208

    4-35 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 the hitch manufac...

  • Page 209: Notice:

    4-36 backing 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, have someone guide you. Making turns notice: making very...

  • Page 210: Caution:

    4-37 parking on hills caution: you really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how ...

  • Page 211

    4-38 maintenance when trailer towing your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the maintenance schedule booklet for more on this. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don’t overfill), engine oil, drive belt, cooli...

  • Page 212: Section 5

    5- 5-1 section 5 problems on the road here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5 - 2 hazard warning flashers 5 - 3 other warning devices 5 - 3 jump starting 5 - 9 towing your vehicle 5 - 9 engine overheating 5 - 12 cooling system 5 - 18 if a tire goes flat 5 - 19 c...

  • Page 213: Hazard Warning Flashers

    5-2 hazard warning flashers your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. Press the button in to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. This light on the instrument pa...

  • Page 214: Other Warning Devices

    5-3 pull out on the collar to turn the flashers off. When the hazard warning flashers are on, the turn signals won’t work since they are already flashing. Other warning devices if you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. J...

  • Page 215: Notice:

    5-4 notice: ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. The acdelco r battery in your vehicle has a built - in hydrometer. Do not charge, test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow. Replace the batter...

  • Page 216: Caution:

    5-5 4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive (+) and negative ( - ) terminals on each battery. Caution: an electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. 5. Start by removing ...

  • Page 217: Caution:

    5-6 6. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could also be damaged. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) and negative ( - ) will go to a heavy, un...

  • Page 218

    5-7 8. Don’t let the other end of the positive (+) cable touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. 9. Now connect the black negative ( - ) cable to the good battery’s negative ( - ) terminal. Don’t let the other end of the negative ( - ) cable touch anything until the...

  • Page 219

    5-8 10. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (46 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less. 11. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine ...

  • Page 220: Towing Your Vehicle

    5-9 towing your vehicle caution: to help avoid serious personal injury to you or others: d never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. D never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. D never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. D never get under your vehicle after it has been lif...

  • Page 221: Notice:

    5-10 overheated engine protection operating mode should an overheated engine condition exist and the message engine overheated, stop engine is displayed, an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage. In this mode, you will notice a loss in power...

  • Page 222: Notice:

    5-11 caution: (continued) if you keep driving when your engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch fire. You or others could be badly burned. Stop your engine if it overheats, and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool. See “overheated engine protection operating mode” in the index. ...

  • Page 223: Cooling System

    5-12 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, idle the en...

  • Page 224: Caution:

    5-13 caution: an electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. A...

  • Page 225: Notice:

    5-14 notice: when adding coolant, it is important that you use only dex - cool r (silicate - free) coolant. If coolant other than dex - cool is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner -- at 30,000...

  • Page 226: Caution:

    5-15 caution: adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, caution:...

  • Page 227

    5-16 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise (left) until it first stops. (don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) i...

  • Page 228

    5-17 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to the base of the filler neck. 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. By this time, the coolant ...

  • Page 229: If A Tire Goes Flat

    5-18 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this. Start the engine and allow it to warm up. If the check coolant level message does not appear on the driver information center, coolant is at the proper fill level. If a check coolant level message does a...

  • Page 230: Changing A Flat Tire

    5-19 changing a flat tire if a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. Caution: changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people. You and they could be badly ...

  • Page 231

    5-20 removing the spare tire and tools the equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk. Turn the retainer (center dial) on the compact spare cover counterclockwise to remove it. Lift and remove the cover. (see “compact spare tire” in the index for more infor...

  • Page 232

    5-21 turn the nut holding the jack and wheel wrench counterclockwise and remove it. Then remove the jack and wrench. The tools you’ll be using include the jack (a) and the wheel wrench (b)..

  • Page 233

    5-22 removing the wheel cover there is a center wheel cover on the aluminum wheel. Using the flat end of the wheel wrench, gently pry the wheel cover off. Be careful not to scratch the aluminum wheel edge and don’t try to remove it with your hands. Removing the flat tire and installing the spare tir...

  • Page 234: Caution:

    5-23 find the jacking location from the diagram above and corresponding cutouts in the plastic molding. Caution: getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by ...

  • Page 235: Caution:

    5-24 caution: raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. 2. Attach the wheel wrench to the jac...

  • Page 236: Caution:

    5-25 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Caution: rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any...

  • Page 237

    5-26 9. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 10. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely..

  • Page 238: Caution:

    5-27 11. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. Caution: incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sur...

  • Page 239: Caution:

    5-28 storing the flat tire and tools caution: storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. After you’ve put the compact spare tire on...

  • Page 240: Caution:

    5-29 storing the spare tire and tools caution: storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. The compact spare is for temporary use on...

  • Page 241: Notice:

    5-30 after installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated. The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph (105 km/h) for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can finish your trip and ha...

  • Page 242: Ice Or Snow

    5-31 if you’re stuck: in sand, mud, ice or snow in order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want 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. Caution: if you let your ...

  • Page 243: Section 6

    6- 6-1 section 6 service and appearance care here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part d...

  • Page 244: Service

    6-2 service your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine gm parts and gm - trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your gm vehicle all gm. Genuine gm parts have one of ...

  • Page 245: Caution:

    6-3 caution: you can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. D be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. D be sure to use ...

  • Page 246: Notice:

    6-4 if your vehicle is certified to meet california emission standards (indicated on the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet california specifications. If such fuels are not available in states adopting california emissions standards, your vehicle will ope...

  • Page 247: Fuels In Foreign Countries

    6-5 fuels in foreign countries if you plan on driving in another country outside the united states or canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn’t be cover...

  • Page 248

    6-6 the fuel door release is located above the radio on the driver information center (dic) and on the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. This button works only when the shift lever is in park (p) or neutral (n) and the valet lockout switch is in the off position. An alternate fuel door release...

  • Page 249: Caution:

    6-7 caution: if you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel filler cap slowly and ...

  • Page 250: Caution:

    6-8 filling a portable fuel container caution: never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: d d...

  • Page 251

    6-9 hood release pull the lever inside the vehicle to open the hood. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release, which is located under the front edge of the grille. Lift up on the release lever as you raise t...

  • Page 252

    6-10 when you open the hood, you’ll see: a. Battery b. Engine coolant fill location c. Power steering fluid d. Engine oil fill location e. Engine oil dipstick f. Brake master cylinder g. Transaxle dipstick/fluid fill location h. Engine air cleaner/filter i. Windshield washer fluid reservoir before c...

  • Page 253: Engine Oil

    6-11 underhood lamp turn the parking lamps on to operate the underhood lamp. The underhood lamp will come on when the hood is opened. Engine oil if the check oil level message appears on the instrument panel, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see chec...

  • Page 254: Notice:

    6-12 when to add engine oil if the oil is at or below the add line, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see “capacities and specifications” in the index. Notice: don’t add too much oil...

  • Page 255

    6-13 what kind of engine oil to use oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the american petroleum institute (api). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. If you change y...

  • Page 256: Notice:

    6-14 as shown in the chart, sae 5w - 30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use sae 10w - 30 if it’s going to be 0 _f ( - 18 _c) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as sae 20w - 50. Notice: use only engine oil wit...

  • Page 257

    6-15 how to reset the oil life indicator after the oil has been changed, display the oil life left message by pressing the skip info button. Then press and hold the no info reset button until the display shows 100% engine oil life. This resets the oil life index. The message will remain off until th...

  • Page 258: Engine Air Cleaner/filter

    6-16 engine air cleaner/filter the air cleaner is located next to the windshield washer fluid reservoir on the driver’s side of the engine. Be sure the engine has cooled before following these steps to replace the air cleaner filter: 1. With a screwdriver, loosen the air duct clamp, which is located...

  • Page 259

    6-17 3. Unhook both air cleaner cover latches. One latch is located near the radiator hose (not shown). 4. Pivot the air cleaner and air duct assembly toward the front of the vehicle. Remove the cover. 5. Take out the air cleaner filter and remove any loose debris that may be found laying in the air...

  • Page 260: Caution:

    6-18 follow these steps to reinstall the air cleaner assembly: 1. Slide the air cleaner lid into the slots in the front edge of the air cleaner base. 2. Pivot the air cleaner cover and the air duct assembly downward. Make sure that both latches are secure and fully engaged. 3. Reinstall the clean ai...

  • Page 261: Automatic Transaxle Fluid

    6-19 automatic transaxle fluid when to check and change a good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: d in heavy city ...

  • Page 262

    6-20 wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving: d when outside temperatures are above 90_f (32_c). D at high speed for quite a while. D in heavy traffic -- especially in hot weather. D while pulling a trailer. To get the right reading, the fluid shou...

  • Page 263: Notice:

    6-21 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again. 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the cross - hatched area. 4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way. Replac...

  • Page 264: Engine Coolant

    6-22 how to reset transaxle fluid change indicator your vehicle is equipped with a transaxle fluid change indicator. A change trans fluid message will display on the driver information center (dic) when the powertrain computer determines that the transaxle fluid needs to be changed or at each 100,00...

  • Page 265: Notice:

    6-23 notice: when adding coolant, it is important that you use only dex - cool r (silicate - free) coolant. If coolant other than dex - cool is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner -- at 30,000...

  • Page 266: Notice:

    6-24 notice: if you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four ...

  • Page 267: Caution:

    6-25 caution: turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap -- even a little -- when the engine and radiator are hot. The vehicle must be on a level surface. When yo...

  • Page 268: Surge Tank Pressure Cap

    6-26 surge tank pressure cap notice: the surge tank 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. If the surge tank pressure cap needs to be replaced, a gm cap is...

  • Page 269: Windshield Washer Fluid

    6-27 how to check power steering fluid turn the key off, let the engine compartment cool down, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid leve...

  • Page 270: Notice:

    6-28 the windshield washer fluid reservoir is located next to the air cleaner on the driver’s side of the engine. Open the cap labeled washer fluid only. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. Notice: d when using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. ...

  • Page 271: Brakes

    6-29 brakes brake fluid your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. It is filled with dot - 3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable lev...

  • Page 272: Caution:

    6-30 caution: if you have too much brake fluid, it can spill on the engine. The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. When your brake fluid falls to a low le...

  • Page 273: Notice:

    6-31 notice: d using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral - based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they’ll have to be replaced. Don’t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid. D if you...

  • Page 274: Notice:

    6-32 notice: continuing to drive with worn - out brake pads could result in costly brake repair. Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. Properly torqued wheel nuts are ...

  • Page 275: Battery

    6-33 battery your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free acdelco r battery. When it’s time for a new battery, get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery’s label. We recommend an acdelco battery. Vehicle storage if you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or mo...

  • Page 276

    6-34 headlamps 1. To access the headlamps, turn the lock tabs in the direction of the arrows as shown on the headlamp cover. 2. Lift off the cover. 3. Turn the headlamp housing socket counterclockwise to unlock the socket from the lamp housing..

  • Page 277

    6-35 4. Remove the headlamp housing socket. 5. After removing the wiring harness from the headlamp housing socket, replace the bulb and socket. Reconnect it to the wiring harness and reinstall the headlamp housing socket back into the headlamp assembly..

  • Page 278

    6-36 front turn signal lamps 1. The turn signal lamps are located on the outboard side of the headlamps. To access, turn the lock tabs on the headlamp cover in the direction of the arrows and then lift off the cover (see steps 1 and 2 under “headlamps” listed previously). 2. Turn the housing socket ...

  • Page 279

    6-37 center high-mounted stoplamp (chmsl) 1. Lift the trim cover to remove. 2. Twist the socket counterclockwise and remove the socket and bulb from the housing. 3. Replace the bulb. Reverse the steps to reassemble the stoplamp assembly..

  • Page 280

    6-38 rear turn signal lamps and taillamps 1. Open the trunk to gain access to the lamp housing. 2. Remove the convenience net and pull the trim away to access the wing nuts. 3. Remove the two wing nuts. 4. Gently remove the lamp housing. 5. Press the bulb housing lever and turn the housing countercl...

  • Page 281

    6-39 windshield wiper blade replacement windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “wiper blade check” in the maintenance schedule booklet under part b “owner checks and services” for more information. It’s a good idea to clean or replace the wiper bl...

  • Page 282: Tires

    6-40 tires your new vehicle comes with high - quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your cadillac warranty booklet for details. Caution: poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. D over...

  • Page 283: Notice:

    6-41 inflation -- tire pressure the tire - loading information label, which is located on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6...

  • Page 284

    6-42 when to check check your tires once a month or more. Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kpa). How to check use a good quality pocket - type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may ...

  • Page 285: Caution:

    6-43 don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the tire - loading information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “wheel nut torque” in the index. Caution: r...

  • Page 286: Caution:

    6-44 buying new tires to find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the tire - loading information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a tire performance criteria specification (tpc spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with tha...

  • Page 287

    6-45 uniform tire quality grading the following information relates to the system developed by the united states national highway traffic safety administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (this applies only to vehicles sold in the united states.) the grade...

  • Page 288

    6-46 the grade c corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 109. Grades b and a represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning: the temperature grade ...

  • Page 289: Caution:

    6-47 caution: using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured. Always use t...

  • Page 290: Notice:

    6-48 tire chains notice: if your vehicle has p235/60r16 size tires, don’t use tire chains. They can damage your vehicle because there’s not enough clearance. Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditio...

  • Page 291: Appearance Care

    6-49 appearance care remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle...

  • Page 292

    6-50 cleaning of fabric/carpet your dealer has two cleaners, multi - purpose interior cleaner and capture non - solvent dry spot and soil remover for cleaning fabric and carpet. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. You can get gm - approved cleaning products from your dealer. (see “app...

  • Page 293: Care of Safety Belts

    6-51 cleaning the top of the instrument panel use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Clean...

  • Page 294: Cleaning The Outside of The

    6-52 cleaning the outside of the windshield and wiper blades if the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with gm windshield cleaner, bo...

  • Page 295: Notice:

    6-53 cleaning exterior lamps/lenses use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “washing your vehicle.” finish care occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from th...

  • Page 296: Cleaning Aluminum Or

    6-54 cleaning aluminum or chrome - plated wheels (if equipped) keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted sur...

  • Page 297: Finish Damage

    6-55 finish damage any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch - up materials available from your dealer or other service ou...

  • Page 298

    6-56 gm vehicle care/appearance materials part number size description usage 994954 23 in. X 25 in. Polishing cloth – wax treated exterior polishing cloth 1050172 16 oz. (0.473 l) tar and road oil remover removes tar, road oil and asphalt 1050173 16 oz. (0.473 l) chrome cleaner and polish use on chr...

  • Page 299

    6-57 vehicle identification number (vin) this is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The vin also appears on the vehicle certificat...

  • Page 300: Electrical System

    6-58 electrical system add-on electrical equipment notice: don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add - on electrical equipment can keep other c...

  • Page 301

    6-59 maxifuse r /relay center the maxifuses and relays are located next to the engine compartment fuse block on the driver’s side of the engine. To access the compartment fuse block, remove the shroud cover. If a maxifuse should blow, have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately. Maxifuse (...

  • Page 302

    6-60 maxifuse (8 - way) usage inadvert inadvertent power relay, interior lamps fuse, cigarette lighter - 1 fuse, courtesy lamp relay lamps headlamps fuse/relay, high/low beam control relay, fog lamp fuse, drl fuse, hazard fuse, mirror fuse, inadvertent power relay, right and left high - beam fuse, r...

  • Page 303

    6-61 power distribution block usage drl daytime running lamps (drl) hi/lo beam high and low - beam headlamps horn horn fog lps fog lamps accessory accessories head lps headlamps relays inadvert power relay ign 1 relay starter relay fuses and circuit breakers the wiring circuits in your vehicle are p...

  • Page 304

    6-62 underhood fuse block the underhood fuse block is located next to the air cleaner on the driver’s side of the engine. Lift the cover to gain access. Fuse usage cnr lps cornering lamp switch, right and left cornering lamps int lps trunk lamp, courtesy lamps, front vanity lamps, glove box lamp, ga...

  • Page 305

    6-63 fuse usage cig ltr1 front and rear cigarette lighters l hdlp lo left low - beam headlamp r hdlp lo right low - beam headlamp l hdlp hi left high - beam headlamp r hdlp hi right high - beam headlamp fog fog lamp relay, right and left fog lamps, headlamp switch hdlps headlamp relay, high/low - be...

  • Page 306

    6-64 fuse usage pcm (bat) pcm park/rev reverse relay, right and left back - up lamps, electrochromic mirror (in header), park relay, automatic transaxle shift lock control switch ecs transaxle shift solenoids, air meter, canister purge, pcm, front ignition - 1 relay pcm (ign) powertrain control modu...

  • Page 307

    6-65 rear compartment fuse block the fuse block is located on the front wall of the trunk (behind the rear seat) on the driver’s side. Loosen the four trunk trim fasteners and pull the trim away from the fuse block to gain access. Fuse usage rly ign1 cluster, cruise in stalk, passenger zone module (...

  • Page 308

    6-66 fuse usage radio/phone radio receiver, radio interface module (rim) (optional), phone, rap relay, trunk release relay, fuel door release relay, high/low - beam relay cluster steering wheel controls, cluster acc pzm, electrochromic mirror, rain sensor (optional), accessory relay htd mir right an...

  • Page 309: Replacement Bulbs

    6-67 replacement bulbs application number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Headlamps composite inner high beam 9005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Outer low beam 9006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front turn signal 3157 na . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 310: Normal Maintenance

    6-68 wheel nut torque 100 lb - ft (140 n·m) capacities transaxle (4t80 - e) 15.0 quarts (14.2 l) . . . . . . . . . . Crankcase (engine oil with filter change) 7.5 quarts (7.1 l) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine cooling system 12.5 quarts (11.8 l) . . . . . . . . Fuel tank 19.0 gallons( 71.9 l) ....

  • Page 311: Section 7

    7- 7-1 section 7 customer assistance information 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. 7 - 2 customer satisfaction procedure 7 - 3 customer assistance for text teleph...

  • Page 312

    7-2 customer satisfaction procedure your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to cadillac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best int...

  • Page 313: Customer Assistance For Text

    7-3 when contacting cadillac, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s facility. That is why we suggest you follow step one first if you have a concern. Step three -- both general motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with you...

  • Page 314: Customer Assistance Offices

    7-4 customer assistance offices cadillac encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a u.S. Customer wishes to write to cadillac, the letter should be addressed to cadillac’s customer assistance center. United states cadillac customer assistance center cadillac motor car div...

  • Page 315: With Disabilities

    7-5 gm mobility program for persons with disabilities this program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle (hand controls, wheelchair/scooter lifts, etc.). This program can also prov...

  • Page 316

    7-6 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 r can be reached by dialing 1 - 800 - 882 - 1112, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This service is provided a...

  • Page 317

    7-7 d trip interruption -- if your trip is interrupted due to a warranty failure, incidental expenses may be reimbursed during the 48 months/50,000 miles (80 000 km) warranty period. Items covered are hotel, meals and rental car. Roadside service availability wherever you drive in the united states ...

  • Page 318: Courtesy Transportation

    7-8 courtesy transportation cadillac has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer courtesy transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The courtesy transportation...

  • Page 319

    7-9 courtesy rental vehicle when your vehicle is unavailable due to warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained, at actual cost, up to a maximum of $35.00 per day supported by receipts. This requires that ...

  • Page 320: Warranty Information

    7-10 general motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify, change or discontinue courtesy transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion. Warranty information your vehicle comes with a sepa...

  • Page 321: Reporting Safety Defects

    7-11 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 330 sparks street tower...

  • Page 322

    7-12 current publications for 2000 cadillac service manuals service manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Retail sell price: $120.00 transmission, transaxle, transfer case unit repair manual this manual ...

  • Page 323: (      )

    7-13 publication form number orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow adequate time for postal service. If further information is needed, write to the address shown below or call 1-800-551-4123. Material cannot be returned for credit without packing slip with return information ...