tires CADILLAC DEVILLE 1993 7.G Owner's Guide

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 0 The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that can’t be repaired
well because of the size or location of the damage.
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 that same TPC Spec
number. That way, your vehicle will continue to have tires that are
designed to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride
and other things during normal service on your vehicle.
If your tires have
an all-season tread design, the TPC number will be followed by a
“MS”
(for mud and snow).
If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number,
make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating and
construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires.
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Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you
mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted
tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a
crash. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels.
It’s all right tlol drive with your compact spare, though. It was
developed for limited use on your vehicIe.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
The following information relates to the system developed by the United
States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires
by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only
to vehicles sold in the United States.)
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of
the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified
government test course. For example, a tire graded
150 would wear one
and a half
(1 112) times as well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual
conditions
of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the
norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences
in road characteristics and climate.
Traction - A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest are: A, B, and C. They
represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under
controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces
of asphalt
and concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire
is based on braking
(straight-ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning)
traction.
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 the material of the tire
to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure.
The grade C corresponds to a level of performance
which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard
No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by
law.
Warning:
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that
is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation,
or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure.
Those grades are molded on the sidewalls
of passenger car tires.
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Motors vehicles may vary with respect to these grades, all such tires meet
General Motors performance standards and have been approved for use
on General Motors vehicles. All passenger type
(P Metric) tires must
conform
to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades.
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the
factory to give you the longest
tire life and best overall performance.
In most cases, you will not need to have your wheels aligned again.
However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way
or the other, the alignment may need to be reset.
If you notice your
vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels may need
to be rebalanced.
Meel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rusted. If wheel nuts
keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be
replaced. If the wheel leaks air out, replace it (except some aluminum
wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your Cadillac dealer
if any
of these conditions exist.
Your dealer
will know the kind of wheel you need.
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 have the riqht wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for your
Cadillac model.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine A CAUTION
I Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts
on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the brakirrg
and
handling of your vehicle, make your tires Iose air and make
you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or
others could be iqjured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel
bolts, and wheel nuts €or replacement.
A CAUTION:
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Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can't
know how it's been used or how many miles it's been driven.
It
could fail suddenly and cause an accident. If you have to replace
a wheel "se anew
- GM original equipment wheel.
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GM PART
NUMBER
SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE
1051516 32 OZ. (0.946 L) WASHER SOLVENT AND GAS
WINDSHIELD WASHING SYSTEM
I I LINE DE-ICER I AND GAS LINE
1050017 I 32 OZ. 10.946 L) I POWER STEERING FLUID f POWER STEERING I
1052277 12 02. (0.354 L) SPRAY-A-SQUEAK
WEATHER STRIPS-STOPS SQUEAKS
ON METAL-TO-METAL AND
METAL-TO-RUBBER CONTACT
10501 72 16 OZ. (0.473 L) TAR AND ROAD OIL REMOVER REMOVES OLD WAXES, POLISHES,
TAR AND ROAD OIL
1050173 16 02. (0.473 L) CHROME CLEANER, 1 REMOVES RUST AND CORROSION
POLISH ON CHROME AND STAINLESS
STEEL
10501 74 16 OZ. (0.473 L) WHITE SIDEWALL TIRE CLEANS WHITE AND BLACK TIRES
CLEANER
1050214 32 OZ. (0.946 L) VINYIJLEATHER CLEANER SPOT AND STAIN REMOVAL ON
LEATHER OR VINYL
1050244 16 OZ. (0.473 L) FABRIC CLEANER SPOT AND STAIN REMOVAL ON
CLOTH AND FABRIC
1050427 23 OZ. (0.680 L) GLASS CLEANER
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GLASS CLEANING AND SPOT
CLEANING ON VINYLS
1050429 6 LB. (2.72 KG) MULTI-PURPOSE POWDERED CLEANS VINYL AND CLOTH ON
CLEANER DOOR TRIM, SEATS, AND
CARPET-ALSO, TIRES AND MATS
1052349 12 OZ. (0.354 L) LUBRIPLATE (WHITE GREASE) GREASE FOR HOOD, TRUNKAND
ND ANTI-FREEZE
NTI-FREEZE COOLANT
ETHYLENE GLYCOL BASE
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1052535 I 16 02. (0.473 L) I DELCO-SUPREME II BRAKE I BRAKE FLUID I

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Leather. Cleaning .................................. 318
Light. Air Bag System
................................ 29
Light. Change Oil Soon
............................. 128
Light. Charge
...................................... 126
Light. Coolant Temp
................................ 125
Light. Oil
......................................... 127
Light. Safety Belt Reminder
......................... 11. 17
Light. Security
...................................... 71
Light. Service Air
Cond ............................. 129
Light. Service Engine Soon
.......................... 126
Light. Service
SSS .................................. 129
Light. Service Vehicle Soon
.......................... 126
Light. Stop Engine Temp
............................ 125
Light. Traction Active
............................... 123
Light. Traction
Off .................................. 123
Light. Turn Signal Indicator
........................... 93
Lighter. Cigarette
.................................. 116
Lights
............................................ 104
Lights. Operation
of ................................. 94
Lights. Traffic
...................................... 173
Lights. Warning. On Instrument Panel
................. 120
Loading
.. Tires .................................... 305
Loading Your Vehicle
............................... 303
Lock. Rear Door Security
............................. 63
Locks. Door
........................................ 60
Log. Operating Record
.............. See Maint . Book. p.44
Long Distance Driving
.............................. 204
Loss
Of Control .................................... 192
Low Battery. What
To Do About A .................... 226
Low Oil Pressure. Warning Light For
.................. 127
Low Windshield Washer Fluid Warning Light
............ 97
Lubricants. Recommended
........... See Maint . Book. p.38
Maintenance A Word About
................... See Maint . Book. p.2
Coupons
........................ See Maint . Book. All
Explanation
of Services .... See Maint . Book. p.18,20,22,24
Oil Change
...................... See Maint . Book. p.2
Owner Checks
............. See Maint . Book. p.26,28,30
Operating Record Log
.......... See Maint . Book. p.44-80
Recommended Fluids
....... See Maint . Book. p.38,40,42
Schedules
............... See Maint . Book. p.10,12,14,16
Service Ctr
. Inspec . & Sew ... See Maint . Book. p.32,34,36
Service Station Owner Checks
...... See Maint . Book. p.8
Maintenance Record
................ See Maint . Book. p.44
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Rear Window Defogger ............................. 142
Recovery. Off Road ................................. 189
Recreational Vehicle. Towing A
....................... 217
Remote Fuel Door ................................. 264
Remote Trunk Release ............................... 69
Replacement Fasteners .............................. 260
Replacing Brake System Parts ........................ 286
Replacing Safety Belts ............................... 56
Replacing Tires .................................... 310
Replacing Wheels .................................. 312
to Canadian Gov’t ................ See Owner Assistance
to General Motors
................ See Owner Assistance
to U.S. Gov’t ..................... See Owner Assistance
Restarting Your Car When It’s Moving
................. 75
Restraint. Infant ..................................... 40
Restraint. Occupant ................................. 10
Restraint Systems. Checking Your ...................... 56
Restraints. Child .................................... 42
Restraints. Head ..................................... 9
Restraints. Larger Children ........................... 52
Retained Accessory Power ........................... 328
Reverse Gear Position ............................... 78
“Riding” The Brakes ................................ 181
Road Signs ........................................ 166
Roads. Hill and Mountain ........................... 206
Rocking Your Car Out Of Snow. Ice. Sand Or Mud ...... 257
Rotation. Tire ..................................... 308
Rotate. If You’re Stuck And Your Front Wheels Can’t ..... 82
Run (Ignition Key Position) ........................... 75
Running Your Engine While Parked .................... 89
Reclining Front Seatbacks ............................. 7
Recommended Fluids & Lubricants ... See Maint . Book. p.38
Reporting Safety Defects
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rety Belt Extender ................................. 55
rety Belt Reminder Light ......................... 11. 17
rety Belt Replacement. Need For .................... 56
!ety Belt Use During Pregnancy ..................... 33
rety Belt Usage By Adults ........................... 18
rety Belt Usage By Children ......................... 39
rety Belts. Center Passenger’s Position ................ 34
rety Belts. Cleaning ............................... 319
rety Belts. How To Wear Properly .................... 18
retyBelts ........................................ 10
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Time. Setting The ............................... 158. 161
Tire Chains
....................................... 314
Tire. Flat
.......................................... 247
Tire Inflation
...................................... 307
Tire Inspection and Rotation
......................... 308
Tires
.. Loading .................................... 303
Tire Quality Grading
................................ 310
Tires
............................................. 305
Tires. and Winter Driving
............................ 212
Tires. When It's Time For New Tires
.................. 309
Torn Safety Belts
.................................... 57
Torque Lock. Automatic Transaxle
.................... 211
Towing A Trailer
................................... 217
Towing Your Cadillac
............................... 232
Traction Control
................................ 136. 184
Traction Control System Warning Light ................ 123
Trademarks. GM
................................... 260
Traffic Lights
...................................... 173
Traffic Officer
..................................... 175
Trailer Towing
..................................... 217
Transaxle. Automatic
................................. 78
Transaxle Fluid
.................................... 275
Transaxle Gear Positions
............................. 78
Travel. Brake Pedal
................................. 186
Trip Odometer
..................................... 119
Trunk Release. Remote
.............................. 69
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
................. 92
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
....................... 93
Twilight Sentinel
................................... 105
"kisted Safety Belts
.................................. 27
Two Children Wearing The Same Safety Belt
............. 54
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Underbody Maintenance ............................ 323
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
........................ 310
Universal Theft Deterrent
............................ 71
Unleaded Gasoline
................................. 261
Uphill Parking
..................................... 210
Upholstery Care
................................... 316
Urban Driving
..................................... 201
Used Oil. How
To Dispose Of ........................ 273
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Vanity Mirrors. Front Seat ........................... 111
Vehicle Damage Warnings ............................. 2
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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .................. 326
Vehicle Storage
.................................... 287
Vents
............................................. 137
Vehicle Symbols
...................................... 3
Vinyl.
Cleaning .................................... 318
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Warning Lights ..................................... 120
Flasher. Warning Hazard
.......................... 225
Light. Anti-lock Brake System
.................. 122. 182
Light. Brake System
.............................. 121
Light. Engine
Oil Pressure .................. ..... 127
Light. Traction Control System
..................... 123
Lights. On Instrument Panel
....................... 118
Lights: What To Do If One Goes On ................ 120
Warnings. Safety ..................................... 1
Warnings. Vehicle Damage ............................. 2
Washer. Headlight
................................... 98
Washer. Windshield
.................................. 96
Water. Don’t Use
.. For Windshield Washer .......... 97. 283
Wear Indicators. Disc Brake
......................... 185
Weather Strips. Cleaning ............................ 322
Wet Road Driving
............................ ; ..... 196
Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
................... 312
Wheel Cover. Wire
................................. 250
Wheel Covers. How
To Remove ...................... 250
Wheel Nut Torque .................................. 255
Wheel Replacement
................................ 312
Wheels. Aluminum
................................. 322
Why Safety Belts Work
............................... 10
Window Express Down. Driver’s Side
................... 90
WindowLock
....................................... 91
Windows. Power
.................................... 90
Windshield Cleaning The
................................... 320
Heated
......................................... 141
Washer
.......................................... 96
WasherFluid
.................................... 282
Wipers
.......................................... 95
Wipers: If They Stop .............................. 96
Winter Driving
..................................... 212
Working
On Your Vehicle ........................... 260
WornTires ........................................ 309
WreckerTowing
.................................... 232
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