wheel CADILLAC DEVILLE 1993 7.G Workshop Manual

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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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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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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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sponge and then rinse the balance
of the cleaner off with water. Use a
liberal amount
of water to prevent the cleaner from running down onto
the body finish and drying. This could cause streaks to the paint
finish.
If the cover material has been stained with grease, oil or tar, use G.M.
Spot Lifter (G.M. Part No. 1051398) and follow label directions.
The texture and material
of the phaeton top material causes it to be
receptive to lint accumulation; therefore, the use
of certain types of cloth
during cleaning operations
will cause a temporary lint discoloration. To
avoid this, use a brush or suitable sponge when cleaning.
No waxes, polishes, sealers or “dressing” type materials should be applied
to the top material.
ALUMINUM WHEELS
Your aluminum wheels have a protective coating similar to the painted
surface
of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, chemicals, chrome polish,
or other abrasive cleaners
on them because you could damage this
coating. After rinsing thoroughly, a
wax may be applied.
Don’t use an automatic vehicle wash that has hard silico
carbide cleaning b
WHITE SIDEWaL TIIRES
Your Cadillac dealer has a GM White Sidewall Tire Cleaner. You can use
a stiff brush with it.
WEATHERSTRIPS
These are places where glass or metal meets rubber. Silicone grease there
will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply
silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months.
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Type ............................... Single with Crossover Pipe
Exhaust Pipe
.................................. Stainless Steel
Intermediate Pipe
............................. Stainless Steel
Tail Pipe
..................................... Stainless Steel
Muffler
.................................. One-Reverse Flow
Resonator ............................................ None
ELECTHCAL, SYSTEM
Voltage ................................................ 12
Generator
........................................ 140 AMP
Ground
........................................... Negative
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
Refrigerant-12.(R-12) ......................... 2.87 lb.(1.30 kg)
Not all
air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air condi-
tioning system
in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper
refrigerant is
used. If you’re not sure, ask your Cadillac dealer.
FLUID CAPACITIES
Automatic Transaxle (Overhaul) ................... 20 pts (9.5L)
With Filter Change .............................. 13 pts (6.2L)
Engine Oil
.................................. 5 quarts (4.7 L)
With Filter Change .......................... 5.5 quarts (5.2 L)
Engine Cooling System ...................... 12 quarts (1 1.4 L)
Fuel Tank ............................... 18.0 gallons (68.1 L)
Power Steering
.............................. 1.3 quarts (1.2 L)
Windshield Washer Reservoir .................. 3.7 quarts (3.5 L)
TIGHTEN TURQUE
Spark Plug ................................ 31N.m (23 lbs. ft.)
Oil Pan Drain Plug.
......................... 30N-m (22 lbs. ft.)
Wheel Lug Nut
........................... 140 N-m (100 lbs. ft.)
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Coupe
Shipping Weight ........................... -3424 lbs. (1553 kg)
Wheel Base
.............................. .110.8 in. (2815 mm)
Length
.................................. .202.3 in. (5139 mm)
Height
..................................... 55 in. (1397 mm)
Width.. .................................. .72.5 in. (1842 mm)
Front Tread
............................... .60.3 in. (1532 mm)
Rear Tread
............................... .59.8 in. (1518mm).
Sedan
Shipping Weight (Touring Sedan) ............ .3556 lbs. (1613 kg)
Shipping Weight (DeVille)
.................. -3510 lbs. (1592 kg)
Wheel Base .............................. .113.8 in. (2890 mm)
Length
.................................. .205.3 in. (5214 mm)
Height
..................................... 55 in. (1397 mm)
Width..
.................................. .72.5 in. (1842 mm)
Front Tread
............................... .60.3 in. (1532 mm)
Rear Tread ............................... .59.8 in. (1518 mm)
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SUBJECT INDEX
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ACC (Ignition Key Position) ........................... 74
Adding Accessory Power. Retained
.......................... 328
BrakeFluid ..................................... 284
Electrical Equipment ............................. 327
Engine Coolant ................................. 279
Power Steering Fluid ............................. 281
Transaxle Fluid .................................. 277
Additives. Engine Oil ............................... 272
Adjustment. Brake ................................. 186
Adult Safety Belt Usage .............................. 18
Air Bag ............................................ 28
Air Bag System Light ................................ 29
Aircleaner ....................................... 274
Air Conditioner .................................... 139
Air Conditioner. Warning Light ....................... 129
Air Outlets ........................................ 137
Air System ........................................ 137
Alarm. How To Turn Off Theft ........................ 71
Alcohol in Gasoline ................................. 261
Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ......................... 322
AM Radio Reception ............................... 145
AM Stereo Radio Reception ......................... 1.45
Antenna. Cleaning Radio ............................ 164
Antifreeze ........................................ 278
Anti-lock Brakes ................................... 182
Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light ................. 122
Anti-Theft Tips ..................................... 70
Appearance Care ................................... 314
Appearance Care. Service and ........................ 260
Ashtrays .......................................... 115
Astroroof - Express Open ............................ 114
Automatic Air Conditioning System ................... 137
Automatic Door Lock ................................ 62
Automatic Overdrive ................................ 80
Air Cleaner & PCV Filter Replace .... See Maint . Book. p.22
Alcohol. Driving Under The Influence Of .............. 176
Arm. Wearing A Safety Belt Under Your ................ 26
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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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Snow. If You’re Stuck In Deep ........................ 217
Snow Or Ice. Driving On ............................ 213
Snowstorm. If You’re Caught In A Bad ................ 215
Solvent-vpe Cleaner On Fabric ...................... 317
Sound Equipment. Adding ........................ 144. 327
Sound System. How to Operate Your .................. .I I
Spare Tire. Compact ................................
Speaker Covers. Delco Bose .........................
Specifications ......................................
Speed Sensitive Steering .............................
Speed Sensitive Suspension ..........................
Speedometer And Odometer .........................
Stains. Removing ...................................
143
256
319
336 135
135
118
316
Start (Ignition K:y Position) .......................... 74
Starting Your Engine ................................ 75
Starting Your Car If The Battery Is “Dead” ............. 226
Steam From Hot (Overheated) Engine ................. 236
Steep Hill. Parking On A ............................ 208
Steering In Emergencies ............................. 188
Steering .......................................... 187
Steering Tips ...................................... 187
Steering Wheel, Tilt ................................. 91
Stereo Sound Systems ............................... 143
Storage Armrest ................................... 117
Storing Your Vehicle ................................ 287
Steering Without Power Assist ........................ 187
Stop Engine Temp Light ............................. 125
Stuck. If Your Ignition Key Is .......................... 75
Stuck. If You’re - In Sand. Mud. Ice Or Snow ........... 257
Subscribing to Cadillac Product Pub .... See Owner Assistance
Sunglasses. Wearing At Night
........................ 195
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (S.I.R.) ............... 28
Symbols Used On Your Vehicle ......................... 3
Table Of Contents ......... See Front of Owner Info . Manual
Taillight Bulb Replacement
.......................... 294
Tamper-Resistance Of Odometer ..................... 120
Tape Player Care ................................... 163
Temperature, Stop Engine. Warning Light .............. 125
Thermostat ........................................ 280
Theft .............................................. 70
Theft Deterrent System .............................. 71
Third Gear. When To Use ............................ 81
Tightness Adjustment. Shoulder Belt ................... 21
Tilt Steering Wheel .................................. 91
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