CADILLAC ELDORADO 1993 10.G Manual PDF

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aren’t buckled up
can strike other
people who are.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine A CAUTION:
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Here two children arc learing 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 belt, but the child is so
small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck?
A: Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be sure that the
shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder,
so that in a crash the
child’s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide.
If the
child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child’s
face or neck,
you might want to place the child in the center seat
position,
the one that has only a lap belt.
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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.
That could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low
and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt
force to the child’s pelvic bones in
a crash.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine SAFETYBELT 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 for you. The extender
will be just for you, and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose.
Don’t let someone else use it, and use
it only for the seat it is made to fit.
To wear it, just attach it to the regular safety belt.
CHECKING YOUR RESTMNT SYSTEMS
Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors,
anchorages and reminder systems are working properly.
Look for any
loose parts or damage. If you see anything that might keep a restraint
system
from doing its job, have it repaired.
REPLACING SAFETYBELTS AFTER A
CRASH
If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts?
After a
very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts
were stretched, as they would be
if worn during a more severe crash, then
you need new belts.
If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may
mean you will have to have safety belt parts, like the retractor, replaced
or anchorage locations repaired
-- even if the belt wasn’t being used at
the time
of the collision.
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A CAUTION:
Torn or frayed belts may not protect you in a crash. They can
rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get
a
new one right away.
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FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on
your Cadillac, 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 do if you have a problem.
KEYS
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They could operate power windows or other controls or even mrlki
the vehicle move.
If they turned the ignition to “ON” and move,
the shift lever out
of “P” (Park), that would release the parking
brake.
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The round keys are for
the doors and all other
locks.
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When a new Cadillac
is delivered, the dealer
removes the plugs
from the keys, and
gives them
to the first
owner.
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A CAUTION
Unlocked doom can be dangerous.
Passengers - especially children -- can eamy 01 I the doors
and fd out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won't
open it.
Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you
slow down or stop your vehicle.
This may not be so obvious: You are more likely to be thrown *
out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren't locked. Weap
safety belts properly, lo& your doors, and you will be far better
offwhenever
you drive your vehicle.
.re are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle:
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From the outside: Use
your door key.
If your vehicle has a theft deterrent system and it is armed, unlock the
doors only with the key
or Keyless Entry System. This will avoid setting
off the alarm.
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lock the door, slide the
I lock lever down to
manually lock the
door.
Power Door Locks
To unlock the door,
slide the lock lever up.
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unlock all the doors at
once. The rear power
door lock switches
won’t unlock
any of
the doors -- that’s a
safety feature.
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Just close your doors, turn on the ignition and make sure the interior
courtesy lights are switched
off. Every time you move your shift lever out
of “P” (Park) all of the doors will lock. And, every time you stop and
move your shift lever into
“P” (Park), your doors will unlock. If someone
needs to get out while you’re not in
“P” (Park), have that person use the
manual or power lock. When the door is closed again, it will not lock
automatically. Just use the manual or power lock to lock the door again.
Leaving Your vehicle
If you are leaving the vehicle, set the locks from inside, get out and close
the door.
Central Door Unlocking System (Option)
Your vehicle may be equipped with this feature. When unlocking either
door, you can unlock the other doors
by holding the key in the turned
position for a few seconds.
Illuminated Entry System
Your illuminated entry system turns on all the courtesy lights when either
door is opened. When the door is closed, the courtesy lights will stay on
for approximately
20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
If your Cadillac has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or
unlock your trunk from
up to 15 feet (4.5 m) using the key chain
transmitter supplied with your vehicle.
Your Remote Keyless Entry System is intended
to be used as a
supplementary
vehicle entry device. It is not intended to replace, but
rather should be used in conjunction with a door lock key.
It operates on
a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) Rules.
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
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