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Cadillac 2002 Eldorado Manual

Summary of 2002 Eldorado

  • Page 2: 2002 Cadillac Eldorado

    I 2002 cadillac eldorado owner’s manual litho in u.S.A. Ecopyright general motors corporation 06/11/01 part number 25729636 a first edition all rights reserved.

  • Page 3: French Language Manual:

    Ii 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 after that time without further n...

  • Page 4: How to Use This Manual

    Iii 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 5: Vehicle Damage Warnings

    Iv 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 b...

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    V these are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle:.

  • Page 7: 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 - 9 safety belts: they’re for ev...

  • Page 8: 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 9

    1-3 power lumbar control (option) if your vehicle has this option, the driver’s and passenger’s controls are located on the outboard sides of the seat cushions. The power lumbar support control can be adjusted the following ways: d to increase or decrease support, hold the control forward or rearwar...

  • Page 10

    1-4 memory seat and mirrors (if equipped) if your vehicle has this feature, the controls are located on the driver’s door armrest. These buttons are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver’s seating and outside rearview mirror positions. Use the following steps to program each butt...

  • Page 11

    1-5 to stop recall movement of the memory feature at any time, press one of the power seat controls or memory buttons. The exit button can be programmed to allow easy exit for up to two drivers. Adjust the seat to a comfortable “exit” position and then press the set button followed by the exit butto...

  • Page 12

    1-6 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 13: Caution:

    1-7 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 14: Caution:

    1-8 seatback latches caution: if the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. The front seatback folds forward to let people get into the rear seat. The ...

  • Page 15: Caution:

    1-9 safety belts: they’re for everyone this part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the supplemental inflatable restraint (sir), or air bag system. Caution: don’t let anyone ride where he or she...

  • Page 16

    1-10 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 would...

  • Page 17

    1-11 put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop..

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    1-12 the person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... Or the instrument panel ....

  • Page 19: About Safety Belts

    1-13 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 20: Driver Position

    1-14 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 21

    1-15 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 22

    1-16 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 23: Caution:

    1-17 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 24: Caution:

    1-18 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 25: Caution:

    1-19 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 26: Caution:

    1-20 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 27

    1-21 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 28: (Sir) System

    1-22 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 29: Caution:

    1-23 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 30

    1-24 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 31: Caution:

    1-25 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 causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’...

  • Page 32: Caution:

    1-26 how does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near - frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. Air bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the o...

  • Page 33: Notice:

    1-27 d air bags are designed to inflate only once. After they inflate, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don’t get them, the air bag system won’t be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts. The service ma...

  • Page 34: Rear Seat Passengers

    1-28 rear seat passengers it’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a c...

  • Page 35

    1-29 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 36: Caution:

    1-30 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 37: Center Passenger Position

    1-31 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 38: Children

    1-32 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 39: Caution:

    1-33 caution: people should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. Caution: (continued) caution: (continued) for example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 1...

  • Page 40: Caution:

    1-34 caution: children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap - shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt syste...

  • Page 41: Caution:

    1-35 caution: newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a rear - facing seat settles into the restraint, so the cra...

  • Page 42

    1-36 restraint systems for children an infant car bed (a), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant’s head rests toward the center of the vehicle. A rear - facing infa...

  • Page 43

    1-37 a forward - facing child seat (c - e) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as t - shaped or shelf - like shields. A booster seat (f - g) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster s...

  • Page 44

    1-38 q: how do child restraints work? A: a child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built - in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add - on child restraint system is a portable one, which is pu...

  • Page 45: Caution:

    1-39 where to put the restraint accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. General motors, therefore, recommends that child restraints be secured in the rear seat including an infant riding in a rear - facing infant seat, a child r...

  • Page 46

    1-40 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. Anchor the top strap to one of the following an...

  • Page 47

    1-41 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 48

    1-42 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 49

    1-43 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 50

    1-44 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 51: Caution:

    1-45 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 52

    1-46 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 53

    1-47 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 54: Older Children

    1-48 older children older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap - shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Q: what is the proper way t...

  • Page 55: Caution:

    1-49 caution: never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. Q: what if a child is wearing a lap - shoulder bel...

  • Page 56: Caution:

    1-50 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 57: Safety Belt Extender

    1-51 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 58: 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 59: Windows

    2-2 windows caution: leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather..

  • Page 60

    2-3 power windows the power window switches are located on the armrest near each window. Press forward or rearward on the switches to raise or lower the windows. Your vehicle has retained accessory power (rap) that allows you to use the power windows once the ignition has been turned off. For more i...

  • Page 61: Keys

    2-4 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:

    2-5 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

    2-6 door locks caution: unlocked doors can be dangerous. D passengers -- especially children -- can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locke...

  • Page 64

    2-7 central door unlocking system your vehicle will have this feature if it is equipped with the theft - deterrent system. When unlocking either door, you can also unlock the other door by holding the key in the turned position for a few seconds or by quickly turning the door key twice in the lock c...

  • Page 65: Remote Keyless Entry System

    2-8 anti-lockout feature leaving your key in any ignition position with either door open will disable the use of the power door lock switches as well as the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. If you close the doors, you can lock them using the remote keyless entry transmitter. It i...

  • Page 66

    2-9 changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. The average range of this system is about 10 feet (3 m). At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry transmitter. If t...

  • Page 67

    2-10 (unlock): when you press the button with the unlock symbol on it to unlock the driver’s door, the parking lamps on your vehicle will flash twice. You can program your vehicle so the parking lamps will not flash. For more information, see “lock/unlock confirmation” in the index. Pressing the but...

  • Page 68: Notice:

    2-11 notice: when replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter. 1. Use a thin object like a coin to pry open the transmitter. 2. Once the transmitter is separated, use a pencil (or similar object) to...

  • Page 69: Trunk

    2-12 trunk caution: it can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (co) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell co. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections m...

  • Page 70: Caution:

    2-13 trunk lid automatic pull-down feature with the automatic pull - down feature, you never have to slam the trunk lid in order to close the trunk. Instead, gently lower the trunk lid until it is nearly shut -- the automatic pull - down unit will take over and lock the trunk firmly. A. Trunk lid b....

  • Page 71: Notice:

    2-14 trunk release handle notice: the trunk release handle was not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk. Improper use of the trunk release handle could damage it. There is a glow - in - the - dark trunk release handle located inside the...

  • Page 72: Theft

    2-15 theft vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft - deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the ignition if you leave your vehicle with the keys ...

  • Page 73: Theft

    2-16 theft - deterrent system the security light is located on the instrument panel cluster. If the ignition is off and either door is open, the security light will flash, reminding you to activate the system. The light will also flash if the battery has been disconnected and reconnected. To activat...

  • Page 74

    2-17 testing the alarm 1. From inside the vehicle, roll down the window, then get out of the vehicle, keeping the door open. 2. From outside of the vehicle, with the door open, lock the vehicle using the power door lock or the remote keyless entry transmitter and close the door. Wait 30 seconds unti...

  • Page 75: Pass

    2-18 pass - key r ii your vehicle is equipped with the pass - key ii theft - deterrent system. Pass - key ii is a passive system. The system is armed when the key is removed from the ignition. Pass - key ii uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that is read by the system in your vehicle. If the...

  • Page 76: New Vehicle “Break

    2-19 new vehicle “break - in” notice: your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break - in.” but it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: d don’t drive at any one speed -- fast or slow -- for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full - throttle starts. D avoid making ...

  • Page 77: Notice:

    2-20 notice: if your key seems stuck in lock and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. Turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or...

  • Page 78: Starting Your Engine

    2-21 starting your engine move your shift lever to park (p) or neutral (n). Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use neutral (n) only. Notice: don’t try to shift to park (p) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could da...

  • Page 79: Notice:

    2-22 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in start for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, ...

  • Page 80: Caution:

    2-23 in very cold weather, 0 _f ( - 18 _c) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm - up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. At temperatures above 32 _f (...

  • Page 81: Caution:

    2-24 automatic transaxle operation there are several different positions for the shift lever that is located between the front seats on the center console. Park (p): this position locks the front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start the engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. ...

  • Page 82: Notice:

    2-25 you have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from park (p) when the ignition key is in run. If you cannot shift out of park (p), ease pressure on the shift lever -- press the button on the front of the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into park (p) as you mai...

  • Page 83: Notice:

    2-26 overdrive ( b): this position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: d going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push the accelerator pedal about halfway down. D going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. The transaxle will shift down to...

  • Page 84: Notice:

    2-27 first (1): this position gives you even more power than second (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. (if the shift lever is put in first (1), the transaxle won’t shift into gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.) notice: if your front wheels can’t turn, don’t ...

  • Page 85: Notice:

    2-28 notice: driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If the parking brake has not been fully released and you try to drive with the parking brake on, the brake indicator light comes ...

  • Page 86: Shifting Into Park (P)

    2-29 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 87: Caution:

    2-30 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 88: Shifting Out of Park (P)

    2-31 shifting out of park (p) 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 press...

  • Page 89: Engine Exhaust

    2-32 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 90: Caution:

    2-33 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 91

    2-34 turn signal/multifunction lever the lever on the left side of your steering column includes the following: d turn signal and lane - change signals d headlamp high/low - beam changer d flash - to - pass feature d windshield wipers d windshield washer d cruise control for more information on the ...

  • Page 92

    2-35 headlamp high/low-beam changer this light located on the instrument panel cluster will be on when the high beam headlamps are in use. Pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you and then release it to change the headlamps from low beam to high or from high beam to low. Flash-to-pass featu...

  • Page 93

    2-36 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 94

    2-37 rainsense t wipers (etc only) the moisture sensor is mounted on the interior side of the windshield behind the rearview mirror and is used to automatically operate the wipers by monitoring the amount of moisture build - up on the windshield. Wipes occur as needed to clear the windshield dependi...

  • Page 95: Notice:

    2-38 the windshield wipers also remain in a “high park” position (when the wipers are stopped on the windshield and are not in the normal park position), even when the ignition is turned off. Notice: the wipers must be turned off when going through a car wash to avoid damage. The mist and “wash” cyc...

  • Page 96: Caution:

    2-39 cruise control the cruise control lever is located on the end of the windshield wiper stalk on the left side of the steering wheel. 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 c...

  • Page 97: Caution:

    2-40 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. To use...

  • Page 98

    2-41 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 99: Exterior Lamps

    2-42 using cruise control on hills how well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a l...

  • Page 100

    2-43 headlamps: pulling the knob to the second position turns on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights. Wiper - activated headlamps this feature activates the headlamps and parking lamps after the windshield wipers have been in use for approximately 20 seconds. In order...

  • Page 101

    2-44 when the twilight sentinel lever is on and it’s dark enough outside, the high - beam headlamps (at reduced intensity) will turn off and normal low - beam headlamp operation will occur. When the twilight sentinel lever is on and it’s bright enough outside, the regular lamps will go off, and the ...

  • Page 102

    2-45 cornering lamps the cornering lamps come on when you signal a turn. They provide more light for cornering. Twilight sentinel r this feature automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off by sensing how dark it is outside. This lever is located next to the exterior lamp control knob. To opera...

  • Page 103: Interior Lamps

    2-46 light sensor the light sensor for the daytime running lamps (drl) and the twilight sentinel is located in the center of the front defogger grille. If you cover the sensor, it will read “dark” and the lamps will come on. Exterior lighting battery saver if the parking lamps have been left on, the...

  • Page 104

    2-47 parade dimming this feature prohibits the dimming of the instrument panel lights during daylight while the headlamps are on. This feature operates with the light sensor for the twilight sentinel and is fully automatic. When the light sensor reads darkness outside, the instrument panel lights ca...

  • Page 105: Mirrors

    2-48 mirrors electrochromic day/night rearview mirror with compass and onstar r your vehicle has an electrochromic inside rearview mirror with a compass. Your vehicle’s mirror also contains onstar r buttons. For more information about onstar, see “onstar” in the index. The mirror also includes an ei...

  • Page 106

    2-49 the mirror can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the display reads a direction. The compass can be placed in calibration mode by pressing and holding the on/off button until a c is shown in the compass display. Compass variance the mirror is set in ...

  • Page 107

    2-50 power remote control mirrors the control on the driver’s door armrest operates both outside rearview mirrors. Press (r) on the selector switch to choose the right mirror or (l) to choose the left mirror. The center position is off and will not move the mirrors if the control pad is touched. To ...

  • Page 108: Caution:

    2-51 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 109: Notice:

    2-52 center console storage the center console includes a storage compartment for cds or tapes, 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 console, insert ...

  • Page 110: Notice:

    2-53 cigarette lighter notice: don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’s ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element. The cigarette lighter is located near the a...

  • Page 111: Onstar

    2-54 onstar r system (if equipped) onstar is a vehicle communications system that offers a variety of services and provides a one - touch hands - free communication link between you and the onstar center. To receive onstar services, a service subscription agreement is required and an additional fee ...

  • Page 112

    2-55 volume control: you can control the volume of the onstar system using the steering wheel controls. Telltale light: this light will indicate the status of the system. A solid green light will come on when you start the vehicle to let you know that the system is on and is ready to make or receive...

  • Page 113

    2-56 onstar med - net: med - net can store your personal medical history and provide it to emergency personnel if necessary. (requires activation and additional fee). Accident assist: an advisor can provide step - by - step guidance following an accident. Remote door unlock: to contact the center, c...

  • Page 114: Assist Handles

    2-57 onstar will not function if the vehicle’s battery is discharged or disconnected. It may also be inoperative if the vehicle is in an accident and the onstar or vehicle electrical system components are damaged. Onstar is the communication link between you and existing governmental emergency and r...

  • Page 115: Homelink

    2-58 homelink r transmitter (option) the homelink transmitter buttons are located on the overhead console. 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...

  • Page 116

    2-59 your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1. Decide which one of the three channels (one of the homelink buttons) you want to program. 2. Press and hold the desired button on homelink through step 3. 3. When...

  • Page 117

    2-60 training a garage door opener with a “rolling code” feature (if equipped) if you have not previously programmed the hand - held transmitter to homelink, see “programming the homelink transmitter” listed previously. If you have completed this programming already, you now need to train the garage...

  • Page 118

    2-61 canadian programming canadian owners: during programming, the hand - held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds. In this case, you should press and hold the homelink button (see steps 2 and 3 under “programming the homelink transmitter”) while you press and re - pres...

  • Page 119: The Instrument Panel

    2-62 the instrument panel -- your information system.

  • Page 120

    2-63 the main components of the instrument panel are the following: a. Air outlets b. Turn signal/multifunction lever c. Instrument panel cluster d. Radio (audio system) e. Driver information center control buttons f. Exterior lamp controls g. Hvac steering wheel controls h. Hood release i. Horn j. ...

  • Page 121: Instrument Panel Cluster

    2-64 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 122

    2-65 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 123: Notice:

    2-66 tachometer the tachometer is located in the instrument panel cluster, to the left of the speedometer. Notice: do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded area or engine damage may occur. This gage indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Engine speed limiter t...

  • Page 124

    2-67 gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages s...

  • Page 125: Caution:

    2-68 air bag readiness light there is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows air bag. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules...

  • Page 126

    2-69 charging system indicator light when you turn the ignition to run, this light will come on briefly to show that the generator and battery charging systems are working properly. If this light stays on, your vehicle needs service. To save your battery until you reach the dealership, turn off all ...

  • Page 127: Caution:

    2-70 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 push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See “towing your vehicle” in th...

  • Page 128

    2-71 traction control system warning light this warning light should come on briefly when the engine is started. If the warning light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If it stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, there may be a problem with...

  • Page 129

    2-72 engine coolant temperature warning light this light tells you that the engine coolant has overheated. A warning chime will sound if this light comes on. As a check, the light should come on for a few seconds when you start your vehicle. If the light comes on and the chime sounds while you are d...

  • Page 130: Notice:

    2-73 malfunction indicator lamp (service engine soon light) your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called obd ii (on - board diagnostics - second generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at ...

  • Page 131

    2-74 this light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: d light flashing -- a misfire condition has been detected...

  • Page 132

    2-75 are you low on fuel? As your engine starts to run out of fuel, your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire. The system can detect this. Adding fuel should correct this condition. Make sure to install the fuel cap ...

  • Page 133: Caution:

    2-76 oil pressure light 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 c...

  • Page 134

    2-77 security light this light works with the pass - key ii system. See “pass - key ii” in the index for more information. Fuel gage the fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank. It works only when the ignition is in run. Here are a few concerns some owners have had about the fuel ...

  • Page 135

    2-78 driver information center (dic) this display gives you the status of many of your vehicle’s systems. The dic is also used to display driver personalization features and warning/status messages. Dic controls and displays yes trip reset: by using this button, you can tell how far you’ve gone sinc...

  • Page 136

    2-79 d avg mph (reset): press the skip info button to display the avg mph (average speed), then press and hold the no info reset button until 0.0 avg mph is displayed. D timer: this feature is like a stopwatch in that you can clock the time it takes to get from one point to another. To operate, pres...

  • Page 137

    2-80 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 no info reset b...

  • Page 138

    2-81 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 139

    2-82 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 140

    2-83 engine hot - a/c off - 16: this message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature. To avoid added strain on a hot engine, the air conditioning compressor is automatically turned off so that air conditioned air is not delivered. If the coolant temperat...

  • Page 141

    2-84 oil pressure low stop engine - 35: if this message appears while the engine is running, stop the engine and do not operate it until the cause of low oil pressure is corrected. Severe damage to the engine can result. A multiple chime will also sound when this message is displayed. Options not se...

  • Page 142

    2-85 service charging system - 102: this message will display when a problem with the charging system has been detected. Have your vehicle serviced at your dealership. Service electric sys - 106: this message will display if an electrical problem has occurred within the powertrain control module (pc...

  • Page 143

    2-86 stability engaged - 55: you may see the stability engaged message on the driver information center. It means that an advanced, computer - controlled system has come on to help your vehicle continue to go in the direction in which you’re steering. This stability enhancement system activates when...

  • Page 144

    2-87 top speed fuel off - 111: this message will appear when the pcm senses that the maximum speed for your vehicle has been reached. The speed of your vehicle will decrease several mph as the fuel supply is cut off. This allows your vehicle to stay in a stable operating range. Traction engaged - 91...

  • Page 145

    2-88 turn signal on - 20: this message is a reminder, after driving about 1 mile (1.6 km/h), that you have the turn signal on. A multiple chime will also sound when this message is displayed. Vehicle overspeed - 52: this message is displayed when the vehicle speed exceeds a certain limit as required...

  • Page 146

    2-89 programmable automatic door locks this feature allows you to program the way the vehicle’s doors lock and unlock. Programmable modes mode 1 (doors lock in gear): all doors automatically lock when shifted out of park (p). No automatic door unlock. Mode 2 (drivr unlock in park): all doors automat...

  • Page 147

    2-90 lock/unlock confirmation this personalization feature allows the driver to program the parking lamps to flash when the buttons on the remote keyless entry transmitter are pressed, to program the horn to sound when the button with the lock symbol is pressed and/or to program the exterior lamps t...

  • Page 148

    2-91 4. A yes or no response must be made after each mode is displayed in order to continue to the next mode. Press the yes trip reset button to indicate yes, or press the no info reset button to indicate no. Once you have indicated the mode that you want with a yes response, feature on will appear ...

  • Page 149

    2-92 before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed to enable mode 1. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine the mode to which the vehicle is programmed or to program the vehicle to a different mode, do the foll...

  • Page 150

    2-93 curb view assist mirror (if equipped with memory) when this feature is turned on, the passenger’s side rearview mirror will tilt downward when the transaxle is shifted to reverse (r). The mirror returns to its previously programmed position once the transaxle is shifted out of reverse (r). See ...

  • Page 151

    2-94 storage mode personalization when this feature is turned on, the vehicle will enter the storage mode about 20 minutes after the ignition has been turned to lock. The vehicle will stay in the storage mode until the ignition key is turned out of lock. The system will “wake - up” when the door key...

  • Page 152

    2-95 exiting feature programming to exit the feature programming mode, do the following: 1. Scroll through all remaining programming modes by pressing the skip info button. Storage mode will be the last mode. 2. Turn the ignition to lock. Your selections will be saved. Comfort controls and radio sys...

  • Page 153: 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 154: Comfort Controls

    3-2 comfort controls this section tells you how to make your air system work for you. With the climate control 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 pane...

  • Page 155

    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 156

    3-4 ∨ ∧ (fan): press the switch with the fan symbol on it until auto is displayed on the screen. This setting automatically controls the fan speed. If it is cold outside, the fan may not run in the maximum speed right away. The system checks the temperature of the engine coolant to assure it is warm...

  • Page 157

    3-5 automatic operation when the system is set for automatic operation, sensors will control the air delivery mode. Air will come from the floor, middle or windshield outlets. The fan speed will vary as the system maintains the selected temperature setting. Be careful not to put anything over the so...

  • Page 158

    3-6 to avoid blowing cold air in cold weather, the system will delay turning on the fan until warm air is available. The length of delay depends on the outside air temperature, engine coolant temperature or the time since the engine was last started. As the coolant warms up, the fan speed will gradu...

  • Page 159

    3-7 air conditioning on hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best. Press the ac button or the temp/auto knob to turn the system on and then ...

  • Page 160: Notice:

    3-8 rear window defogger the lines you see on the rear window warm the glass. When the rear window defogger is turned on, the rear window and both outside rearview mirrors are heated to remove ice and snow from the surface of the glass. Press this button to turn on the rear defogger. The system will...

  • Page 161

    3-9 the direction of airflow for the rear seats can also be adjusted. Move the fan lever to adjust the fan speed from low to high. Move the vent lever to direct the airflow. Ventilation tips d keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater a...

  • Page 162: Audio Systems

    3-10 hvac steering wheel controls some heating and cooling controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. Other touch controls operate some audio controls. See “audio steering wheel controls” in the index. (fan): press the up arrow lever to increase the fan speed and the down arrow lever to decreas...

  • Page 163

    3-11 am-fm stereo with cassette tape player playing the radio pwr (power): press this knob to turn the system on and off. Vol (volume): turn this knob clockwise to increase volume. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. The volume level will appear on the display. Hr (hour) or mn (minute): dis...

  • Page 164

    3-12 scan: press this button and scan will appear on the display. Use scan to listen to stations for a few seconds. The radio will go to a station, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. Press this button again to stop scanning. To scan preset stations, press and hold scan for two t...

  • Page 165

    3-13 setting the tone (bass/treble) bass: press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob clockwise to increase and counterclockwise to decrease bass. Treb (treble): press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob clockwise to increase and counterclockwise to decrease treble. If a station ...

  • Page 166

    3-14 trev (reverse): press the left arrow to rewind the tape rapidly. The radio will play while the tape reverses and rev will appear on the display. You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while in reverse mode. Press the left arrow again to return to playing speed. Ff...

  • Page 167

    3-15 cassette tape messages if an error occurs while trying to play a cassette tape, it could be one of the following reasons: d the cassette tape is tight and the cassette player cannot turn the hubs of the tape. Hold the cassette tape with the open end down and try turning the right hub counterclo...

  • Page 168

    3-16 am-fm stereo with cassette tape and compact disc player with radio data systems (rds) and digital signal processing (dsp) (if equipped) playing the radio pwr (power): press this knob to turn the system on and off. Vol (volume): turn this knob clockwise to increase volume. Turn it counterclockwi...

  • Page 169

    3-17 finding a station band: press this button to select am, fm1, fm2 or weather. ∧ tune seek ∨ : when this button is pressed it has two positions. Press this button to the first position to manually tune to the next or previous stations. If this button is held at the first position for a few second...

  • Page 170

    3-18 setting the tone (bass/treble) tone: press and release this button until bass or treble appears on the display. 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 sym...

  • Page 171

    3-19 using rds your audio system is equipped with radio data systems (rds). Rds mode gives you many useful new features. With rds the radio can do the following: d seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to listen to, d seek to stations with traffic announcements, d receive announc...

  • Page 172

    3-20 finding a pty preset station 1 rds: to turn rds on, press the rds select button, followed by this button. You must have rds on to use the rds functions. If you are tuned to a station broadcasting rds information, the station’s call letters and program type (pty) will replace the station’s frequ...

  • Page 173

    3-21 setting a pty preset stations the six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite ptys. These pushbuttons have factory 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), by doing the following: 1. Turn pt...

  • Page 174

    3-22 2 ta (traffic announcement): press the rds select button followed by the ta pushbutton to receive traffic announcements. Tp will appear on the display if the current station broadcasts traffic announcements. You may also receive traffic announcements from stations in the network related to the ...

  • Page 175

    3-23 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 176

    3-24 cassette tape messages if an error occurs while trying to play a cassette tape, it could be for one of the following reasons: d the cassette tape is tight and the cassette player cannot turn the hubs of the tape. Hold the cassette tape with the open end down and try turning the right hub counte...

  • Page 177

    3-25 ∧ seek ∨ : press this button to seek to the next or previous track on the compact disc. Scan: press this button to listen to tracks for a few seconds. The compact disc will go to a track, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next track. Press this button again to stop scanning. Rdm (random...

  • Page 178

    3-26 radio data systems (rds) program type (pty) selections pty list description adlt hit adult hits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Any any . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Classicl classical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 179: Notice:

    3-27 trunk-mounted cd changer (option) with the compact disc changer, you can play up to 12 discs continuously. Normal size discs may be played using the trays supplied in the magazine. The smaller discs (8 cm) can be played only with specially designed trays. Notice: objects in the trunk which may ...

  • Page 180

    3-28 once you have loaded the discs in the magazine, slide open the door of the compact disc (cd) changer. Push the magazine into the changer in the direction of the arrow marked on top of the magazine. Close the door by sliding it all the way to the left. When the door is closed, the changer will b...

  • Page 181

    3-29 whenever a cd magazine with discs is loaded in the changer, the cd changer symbol will appear on the radio display. If the cd changer is checking the magazine for cds, the cd symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play. When a cd begins playing, a disc and track number w...

  • Page 182

    3-30 side: press this button to select the next disc in the changer. If your vehicle is equipped with the am - fm stereo with cassette tape player, cd and the disc number will appear on the display each time you press this button. If your vehicle is equipped with any other audio system, disc loading...

  • Page 183

    3-31 radio personalization with home and away feature (if equipped) if driver 1 (home or away) presets or driver 2 (home or away) presets appears in the display when the radio is first turned on, your vehicle is equipped with this feature. This feature allows the driver to return to the last used au...

  • Page 184

    3-32 audio steering wheel controls some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. They include the following: volume : push the lever up or down to increase or decrease volume. Select : when listening to the radio, push the lever up or down to tune to the next or previous preset radio st...

  • Page 185: Notice:

    3-33 tips about your audio system hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe s...

  • Page 186

    3-34 care of your cassette tape player a tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate p...

  • Page 187

    3-35 you may also choose a non - scrubbing action, wet - type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own. A non - scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner. The use of a no...

  • Page 188: Notice:

    3-36 power antenna mast care your power antenna will look its best and work well if it’s cleaned from time to time. To clean the antenna mast do the following: 1. Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna. 2. Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or equivalent solvent. 3. Wipe the clot...

  • Page 189: 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 - 9 tra...

  • Page 190: 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, i...

  • Page 191: 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 192

    4-4 according to the american medical association, a 180 - lb. (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 - ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a bac of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same bac by drinking three 4 - ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks i...

  • Page 193: 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 194: 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 195

    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 196

    4-8 let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. 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 separate...

  • Page 197: Traction Control System

    4-9 remember: anti - lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up a...

  • Page 198

    4-10 this warning light will come on to let you know if there’s a problem with your traction control system. See “traction control system warning light” in the index. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. The traction control system aut...

  • Page 199: Steering

    4-11 steering power steering if you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Magnetic speed variable assist steering this system continuously adjusts the effort you feel when steering at all vehicle speeds....

  • Page 200

    4-12 if you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before you enter the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead. Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then...

  • Page 201: Off

    4-13 off - road recovery you may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way...

  • Page 202

    4-14 d do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep ...

  • Page 203: Loss of Control

    4-15 loss of control let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constan...

  • Page 204: Driving At Night

    4-16 of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material is on the road. For safety, you’ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more li...

  • Page 205

    4-17 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 206

    4-18 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 207: Caution:

    4-19 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 208: Notice:

    4-20 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 209: City Driving

    4-21 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 210: Freeway Driving

    4-22 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 211

    4-23 the exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are. Before leaving on a long trip make sure you’re ready. Try to be well...

  • Page 212: Highway Hypnosis

    4-24 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 213: Caution:

    4-25 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 214: Winter Driving

    4-26 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 215

    4-27 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 216

    4-28 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 217: Caution:

    4-29 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 218

    4-30 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 219: Notice:

    4-31 dinghy towing notice: towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components. Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground. If your vehicle must be towed, you should use a dolly. See“dolly towing” later in this section for more i...

  • Page 220: Loading Your Vehicle

    4-32 loading your vehicle two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. The tire - loading information label found on the rear edge of the driver’s door tells you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle. It also gives y...

  • Page 221: Caution:

    4-33 caution: do not load your vehicle any heavier than the gvwr, or either the maximum front or rear gawr. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehi...

  • Page 222: Towing A Trailer

    4-34 towing a trailer caution: if you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well -- or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured. You may also damage yo...

  • Page 223

    4-35 if you do decide to pull a trailer if you do, here are some important points: d there are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this inf...

  • Page 224

    4-36 you can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: cadillac customer assistance center cadillac motor car division p.O. Box 33169 detroit, mi 48232 - 5169 in canada, write to: general motors of canada limited customer communication centre, 163 - 005 1908 c...

  • Page 225

    4-37 total weight on your vehicle’s tires be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the tire - loading information label at the rear edge of the driver’s door or see “loading your vehicle” in the index. Then be sure you don’t go over th...

  • Page 226: Notice:

    4-38 before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes ...

  • Page 227: Caution:

    4-39 turn signals when towing a trailer when you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check with your dealer. The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also...

  • Page 228

    4-40 when you are ready to leave after parking on a hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: d start your engine, d shift into a gear, and d make sure the parking brake has released. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4...

  • Page 229: 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 - 4 other warning devices 5 - 4 jump starting 5 - 11 towing your vehicle 5 - 11 engine overheating 5 - 14 cooling system 5 - 20 if a tire goes flat 5 - 21...

  • Page 230: 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. The hazard warning flasher button is located on the right side of the steering column, near the ignition switch. Th...

  • Page 231

    5-3 this light on the instrument panel cluster will flash, indicating that the hazard warning flashers are on. Pull out on the collar to turn the flashers off. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work..

  • Page 232: Other Warning Devices

    5-4 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. Jump starting if your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to follow the step...

  • Page 233: Notice:

    5-5 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12 - volt battery with a negative ground system. Notice: if the other system isn’t a 12 - volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t ...

  • Page 234: Caution:

    5-6 the remote positive (+) terminal is located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. Lift the red plastic cap to access the terminal. The remote negative ( - ) terminal is located near the power steering fluid reservoir. It is marked “gnd ( - ).” see “engine compartment ...

  • Page 235: Caution:

    5-7 caution: fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect th...

  • Page 236

    5-8 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal location of the vehicle with the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative ( - ) cable to the negative ( - ) terminal location of the vehicle with the ...

  • Page 237: Notice:

    5-9 9. Connect the other end of the negative ( - ) cable to the remote negative ( - ) terminal marked “gnd ( - )” on the vehicle with the dead battery. 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile. 11. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If it won’t start...

  • Page 238

    5-10 jumper cable removal a. Dead battery or remote positive (+) terminal b. Good battery or remote positive (+) and remote negative ( - ) terminals c. Heavy, unpainted metal engine part or remote negative ( - ) terminal (gnd) to disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. ...

  • Page 239: Towing Your Vehicle

    5-11 towing your vehicle consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See “roadside assistance” in the index. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “recreational vehi...

  • Page 240: Caution:

    5-12 if steam is coming from your engine caution: steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no...

  • Page 241: Notice:

    5-13 notice: if your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. See “overheated engine protection operating mode” in the index. If no steam is coming from your engine an overheat warning, ...

  • Page 242: Cooling System

    5-14 cooling system when you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: a. Coolant surge tank with pressure cap b. Electric engine fans 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...

  • Page 243: Caution:

    5-15 a low coolant level should be indicated by a check coolant level message on the driver information center. If it is, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. Caution: heater and radiator hoses, ...

  • Page 244: Caution:

    5-16 how to add coolant to the coolant surge tank if you haven’t found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level isn’t at the proper level (2.5 inches (6.4 cm) below the base of the fill neck), add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drink...

  • Page 245: Caution:

    5-17 caution: adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as 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, your ...

  • Page 246

    5-18 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. 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 do...

  • Page 247

    5-19 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 248: If A Tire Goes Flat

    5-20 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the arrow on the pressure cap lines 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 249: Changing A Flat Tire

    5-21 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 250

    5-22 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 tire cover counterclockwise to remove it. Lift and remove the cover. (see “compact spare tire” in the index for more ...

  • Page 251

    5-23 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 252

    5-24 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 253: Caution:

    5-25 2. 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 ...

  • Page 254: Caution:

    5-26 6. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so that the flat tire can be removed and the compact spare tire will fit on the wheel mounting surface. 7. Remove all wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 8. Remove any rust or dirt from th...

  • Page 255: Caution:

    5-27 caution: never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 9. Place the spare on the wheel - mounting surface. 10. Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by...

  • Page 256: Caution:

    5-28 12. 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 257: Caution:

    5-29 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 258: Caution:

    5-30 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 259: Compact Spare Tire

    5-31 compact spare tire although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kpa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make ...

  • Page 260: Ice Or Snow

    5-32 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 261: 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 262: 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 263: 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 264

    6-4 gasoline specifications it is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the american automobile manufacturers association and endorsed by the canadian vehicle manufacturers’ association for better vehicle performance and engine protection. Gasolines meeting these spec...

  • Page 265: Notice:

    6-5 fuels containing mmt can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on. If this occurs, return to your authorized gm dealer for service. To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the united states are ...

  • Page 266: Filling Your Tank

    6-6 filling your tank caution: gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline. The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on th...

  • Page 267

    6-7 the fuel door release is located above the radio on the driver information center (dic) and on the remote keyless entry transmitter. These buttons work only when the shift lever is in park (p) or neutral (n) and the valet lockout switch is in off. An alternate fuel door release is located inside...

  • Page 268: Caution:

    6-8 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 cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any “...

  • Page 269: Caution:

    6-9 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 270

    6-10 hood release to open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the lever inside the vehicle to open the hood. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release, which is located under the front edge of the grille. ...

  • Page 271

    6-11 engine compartment overview when you open the hood, you’ll see the following: a. Battery b. Engine coolant surge tank c. Power steering fluid d. Engine oil fill location e. Engine oil dipstick f. Brake master cylinder reservoir g. Transaxle dipstick/fluid fill location h. Engine air cleaner/fil...

  • Page 272: Engine Oil

    6-12 before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly. Then pull the hood down and close it firmly. 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 th...

  • Page 273: Notice:

    6-13 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 engine oil crankcase capacity, see “capacities and specifications” in the index. Notice: don’t add t...

  • Page 274

    6-14 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 275: Notice:

    6-15 as in the chart shown previously, 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 eng...

  • Page 276

    6-16 if the system is ever reset accidentally, you must change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. How to reset the change engine oil message the gm oil life system t calculates when to change your engine o...

  • Page 277: Engine Air Cleaner/filter

    6-17 engine air cleaner/filter the engine air cleaner/filter is located next to the windshield washer fluid reservoir in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. For more information on location, see “engine compartment overview” in the index. Be sure the engine has cooled before ...

  • Page 278

    6-18 3. Unhook both engine air cleaner/filter cover latches. One latch is located near the radiator hose (not shown) and the other latch is located next to the mass airflow sensor. 4. Pivot the air cleaner and air duct assembly toward the front of the vehicle. Remove the cover. 5. Take out the engin...

  • Page 279: Caution:

    6-19 follow these steps to reinstall the engine air cleaner/filter assembly: 1. Slide the lid into the slots in the front edge of the base. 2. Pivot the cover and the air duct assembly downward. Make sure that both latches are secure and fully engaged. 3. Reinstall the clean air duct over the mass a...

  • Page 280: Automatic Transaxle Fluid

    6-20 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 281

    6-21 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 282

    6-22 then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: the transaxle fluid cap is located next to the radiator hose and below the engine air cleaner/filter assembly in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. For more information on location, see “engine compartment overv...

  • Page 283: Notice:

    6-23 how to add fluid refer to the maintenance schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “recommended fluids and lubricants” in the index. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross - hatched area on the dipstick. 1. Pull out...

  • Page 284: Engine Coolant

    6-24 engine coolant the cooling system in your vehicle is filled with dex - cool r engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only dex - cool r extended life coolant. The following explains your coo...

  • Page 285: Caution:

    6-25 what to use use a mixture of one - half clean, drinkable water and one - half dex - cool r coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. Caution: adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or s...

  • Page 286: Caution:

    6-26 checking coolant the surge tank is located next to the engine block on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. For more information on location, see “engine compartment overview” in the index. If the check coolant level message appears on the driver information center (dic), you will need to add c...

  • Page 287: Caution:

    6-27 adding coolant if you need more coolant, add the proper dex - cool r coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool. Caution: you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. D...

  • Page 288: Power Steering Fluid

    6-28 power steering fluid the power steering fluid reservoir and dipstick are located next to the coolant surge tank on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. When to check power steering fluid it is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system...

  • Page 289: Windshield Washer Fluid

    6-29 windshield washer fluid what to use when you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. See...

  • Page 290: Brakes

    6-30 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. See “engine compartment overview” in the index. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is tha...

  • Page 291: Caution:

    6-31 what to add when you do need brake fluid, use only dot - 3 brake fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. See “recommended fluids and lubricants” in the index. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt fro...

  • Page 292: Caution:

    6-32 brake wear your vehicle has four - wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built - in wear indicators that make a high - pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pus...

  • Page 293: Battery

    6-33 brake pedal travel see your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble. Brake adjustment every time you apply the brakes, with or without the vehicle moving, your brakes adjust for wear. Repl...

  • Page 294: Caution:

    6-34 vehicle storage if you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative ( - ) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. Caution: batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you aren’...

  • Page 295

    6-35 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. Reach behind the lamp assembly and turn the headlamp housing socket counterclockwise to unlock the socket from the lamp housing..

  • Page 296

    6-36 4. Remove the headlamp housing socket. 5. After removing the wiring harness from the headlamp housing socket, reinstall a new bulb in the socket. Reconnect it to the wiring harness and reinstall the headlamp housing socket into the headlamp assembly. 6. Reinstall the headlamp assembly by revers...

  • Page 297

    6-37 front turn signal lamps 1. The turn signal lamps are located on the outboard side of the headlamps. To access them, 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 s...

  • Page 298

    6-38 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. 4. Reverse the steps to reinstall the stoplamp assembly..

  • Page 299

    6-39 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 300

    6-40 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 index for more information. It’s a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly on a regular basis or when worn. For proper windshi...

  • Page 301: Tires

    6-41 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 302: Notice:

    6-42 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 303

    6-43 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 304: Caution:

    6-44 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 305: Caution:

    6-45 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 306

    6-46 uniform tire quality grading quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: treadwear 200 traction aa temperature a the following information relates to the system developed by the united states national highway t...

  • Page 307

    6-47 temperature -- a, b, c the temperature grades are a (the highest), b, and c, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause t...

  • Page 308: Caution:

    6-48 each new wheel should have the same load - carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new gm original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to h...

  • Page 309: Caution:

    6-49 tire chains caution: if your vehicle has p235/60r16 size tires, don’t use tire chains, there’s not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could ...

  • Page 310: Appearance Care

    6-50 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 311

    6-51 here are some cleaning tips: d always read the instructions on the cleaner label. D clean up stains as soon as you can -- before they set. D carefully scrape off any excess stain. D use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. D...

  • Page 312: Care of Safety Belts

    6-52 cleaning wood panels use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use mild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth. Cleaning speaker covers vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the speaker won’t be damaged. Clean spots with just water and mild soap. Care of...

  • Page 313: Cleaning The Outside of The

    6-53 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 a full - strength glass c...

  • Page 314: Notice:

    6-54 cleaning exterior lamps/lenses use only 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 fr...

  • Page 315: Cleaning Aluminum Or

    6-55 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 316: Finish Damage

    6-56 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 317

    6-57 gm vehicle care/appearance materials.

  • Page 318

    6-58 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 319: Electrical System

    6-59 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 320

    6-60 maxifuse r /relay center the maxifuses and relays are located next to the engine compartment fuse block on the driver’s side of the vehicle. 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 321

    6-61 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 322

    6-62 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 air relay fuses and circuit breakers the wiring circuits in your veh...

  • Page 323

    6-63 underhood fuse block the underhood fuse block is located next to the engine air cleaner/filter in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Lift the cover to gain access. Fuse usage spare spare fuse cnr lps cornering lamp switch, right and left cornering lamps int lps trunk la...

  • Page 324

    6-64 fuse usage cig ltr1 front and rear cigarette lighters spare spare fuse 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 rel...

  • Page 325

    6-65 fuse usage park/rev reverse relay, right and left back - up lamps, electrochromic mirror (in header), park relay, automatic transaxle shift lock control (btsi) switch ecs transaxle shift solenoids, air meter, canister purge, pcm, front ignition - 1 relay pcm (ign) powertrain control module (pcm...

  • Page 326

    6-66 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 of the vehicle. 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, passenge...

  • Page 327

    6-67 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 backlt rear ...

  • Page 328: Replacement Bulbs

    6-68 replacement bulbs for any bulb not listed here contact your dealer. Application number headlamps composite inner high beam 9005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Outer low beam 9006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front turn signal 3157 na . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 329: Air Conditioning

    6-69 air conditioning refrigerant capacity if you do your own service work, you’ll need the proper service manual. See “doing your own service work” in the index for additional information. It is recommended that service work on your air conditioning system be performed by a qualified technician. Ai...

  • Page 330: Section 7

    7- 7-1 section 7 maintenance schedule this section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. 7 - 2 introduction 7 - 4 part a: scheduled maintenance services 7 - 5 scheduled maintenance 7 -...

  • Page 331: Introduction

    7-2 have you purchased the gm protection plan? The plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your warranty and owner assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Introduction your vehicle and the environment proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working con...

  • Page 332: Caution:

    7-3 how this section is organized this maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “part a: scheduled maintenance services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let y...

  • Page 333: Part A: Scheduled

    7-4 part a: scheduled maintenance services using your maintenance schedule we at general motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all...

  • Page 334: Scheduled Maintenance

    Scheduled maintenance 7-5 the services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,00...

  • Page 335: Scheduled Maintenance

    Scheduled maintenance 7-6 engine oil scheduled maintenance change engine oil and filter as indicated by the gm oil life system t (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Reset the system. Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter. This is bas...

  • Page 336: Scheduled Maintenance

    Scheduled maintenance 7-7.

  • Page 337: Scheduled Maintenance

    Scheduled maintenance 7-8.

  • Page 338: Scheduled Maintenance

    Scheduled maintenance 7-9 7,500 miles (12 500 km) j rotate tires. See “tire inspection and rotation” in the index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (see footnote +.) 15,000 miles (25 000 km) j inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace fil...

  • Page 339: Scheduled Maintenance

    Scheduled maintenance 7-10 30,000 miles (50 000 km) j inspect throttle body bore and valve plates for deposits, open the throttle valve and inspect all surfaces. Clean as required. An emission control service. (see footnote [.) j rotate tires. See “tire inspection and rotation” in the index for prop...

  • Page 340: Scheduled Maintenance

    Scheduled maintenance 7-11 50,000 miles (83 000 km) j change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – in heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 _f (32_c) or higher. – in hilly or mountainous terrain. ...

  • Page 341: Scheduled Maintenance

    Scheduled maintenance 7-12 60,000 miles (100 000 km) j inspect throttle body bore and valve plates for deposits, open the throttle valve and inspect all surfaces. Clean as required. An emission control service. (see footnote [.) j rotate tires. See “tire inspection and rotation” in the index for pro...

  • Page 342: Scheduled Maintenance

    Scheduled maintenance 7-13 82,500 miles (137 500 km) j rotate tires. See “tire inspection and rotation” in the index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (see footnote +.) 90,000 miles (150 000 km) j inspect throttle body bore and valve plates for deposits, open the throttle valve...

  • Page 343: Scheduled Maintenance

    Scheduled maintenance 7-14 100,000 miles (166 000 km) j replace spark plugs. An emission control service. J change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – in heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 _f...

  • Page 344

    7-15 part b: owner checks and services listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any f...

  • Page 345

    7-16 at least twice a year restraint system check make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system...

  • Page 346: Caution:

    7-17 starter switch check caution: when you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. S...

  • Page 347: Caution:

    7-18 ignition transaxle lock check while parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to lock in each shift lever position. D the key should turn to lock only when the shift lever is in park (p). D the key should come out only in lock. Parking brake and automatic transaxle pa...

  • Page 348: Part C: Periodic

    7-19 part c: periodic maintenance inspections listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessar...

  • Page 349

    7-20 fuel system inspection inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks. Engine cooling system inspection inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and a...

  • Page 350: Part D: Recommended Fluids

    7-21 part d: recommended fluids and lubricants fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. Usage fluid/lubricant engine oil engine oil with the american petroleum institute certified for gasoline engines starburst symbol of the prope...

  • Page 351

    7-22 usage fluid/lubricant key lock cylinders multi - purpose lubricant, superlube r (gm part no. 12346241 or equivalent). Hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor and release pawl lubriplate r lubricant aerosol (gm part no. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirement...

  • Page 352: Part E: Maintenance Record

    7-23 part e: maintenance record after the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “owner checks and services” or “periodic maintenance” can be added on the ...

  • Page 353: Maintenance Record

    7-24 maintenance record date odometer reading serviced by maintenance performed.

  • Page 354: Section 8

    8- 8-1 section 8 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. 8 - 2 customer satisfaction procedure 8 - 3 customer assistance for text teleph...

  • Page 355

    8-2 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 356: Customer Assistance For Text

    8-3 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 357: Customer Assistance Offices

    8-4 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 358: With Disabilities

    8-5 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 359

    8-6 cadillac owner privileges t roadside service provides several cadillac owner privileges t at “no charge,” throughout your 2002 cadillac warranty period -- 48 months/ 50,000 miles (80 000 km). Emergency road service is performed on site for the following situations: d towing service d battery jum...

  • Page 360

    8-7 reaching roadside service dial the toll - free roadside service number: 1 - 800 - 882 - 1112. An experienced roadside service advisor will assist you and request the following information: d a description of the problem d name, home address, home telephone number d location of your cadillac and ...

  • Page 361: Courtesy Transportation

    8-8 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 362

    8-9 public transportation or fuel reimbursement if your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement up to $30 per day (five days maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relat...

  • Page 363: Warranty Information

    8-10 canadian vehicles: for warranty repairs during the complete vehicle coverage period of the general motors of canada new vehicle limited warranty, alternative transportation may be available under the courtesy transportation program. Please consult your dealer for details. General motors reserve...

  • Page 364: The Canadian Government

    8-11 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 365

    8-12 service publications ordering information 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 manu...