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This message will appear when your engine oil is approximately a quart
low. If this message is displayed, check the
oil and add as needed.
CHECK WASHER FLUID - 25
This message will appear for a few seconds indicating that you need
washer solvent.
CHANGE OIL SOON - 40
This message will appear when your engine oil is less than 10 percent or
the mileage since the last
oil change is more than 6750 miles.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL - 82
This means that the life of your engine oil has expired and it should be
changed immediately. See engine
oil and filter recommendations in the
Maintenance Schedule. After an
oil change, the Oil Life Index must be
reset. See “Oil Life Indicator” in the index
on how to reset it.
CRUISE ENGAGED - 43
This message will appear for a few seconds when you select a speed to
cruise at.
ENGINE COOLANT HOT - 44
This message will appear when your engine coolant temperature is over
126°C (259OF). To avoid added strain on a hot engine, turn off your
Climate Control system, and stop and allow your vehicle to idle until it
cools down or the message
is removed. If it does not cool down, turn off
your engine and have it serviced before driving it again. Severe engine
damage can result from an overheated engine. See “Engine Overheating”
in the Index.
ENGINE HOT - A/C COMPRESSOR OFF - 16
This message will appear when the Climate Control is in “Auto” or
“Defrost” and the engine coolant is hotter than the normal operating
temperature.
To avoid added strain on a hot engine the air conditioning
compressor is automatically turned
off. When that happens, air
conditioned air is not delivered.
If the coolant temperature returns to
normal, the
A/C operation returns to normal.
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receives an incorrect feedback from the system, an error code
will be set
in memory and a “SERVICE RIDE CONTROC’ message will display on
the Driver Information Center. If this message should appear, have your
vehicle serviced at your Cadillac dealer at your earliest convenience.
Oil Life Indicator
This feature lets you know when to change your engine oil. It’s based
upon the engine oil temperatures and your driving patterns.
To see the display, press the Information button several times until
“XXX
OIL LIFE LEFT” appears.
You’ll
see how much oil life you have left, as a percentage. So, if you see
“95 OIL LIFE LEFT,” for example, that means that the way you’re
driving your car,
95% of your current oil life is still left.
The Oil Life Indicator may say
to change the oil sooner than your
maintenance schedule. This can happen
if driving conditions, such as
short trips
in cold weather, cause shorter oil life. Always keep a written
record of the mileage and date when you last changed your oil. For more
information on when to change your oil, see the Cadillac Maintenance
Schedule Booklet.
If you
see “CHANGE OIL SOON,” it means that you have less than 10%
of your oil life left, and you should consider changing your engine oil.
If you see “CHANGE ENGINE OIL,’’ it means the oil
life is gone and
you should change the oil right away (certainly within 200 more miles
[320 km]).
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4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks.
Engine Cooling When Trailering
Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating
conditions such as;
Climbing grades steeper than 4% at ambient temperatures above
90” Fahrenheit (32’Celsius) with a loaded vehicle and trailer.
Stopping after high-speed driving.
Idling for long periods in stop and go traffic.
If “ENGINE
HOT A/C COMPRESSOR OFF” message appears on the
Driver Information Center, do not be alarmed. This is a normal function
designed to reduce the load on the engine and cooling system you can
continue to drive your vehicle.
If “ENGINE COOLANT
HOT” message appears on the Driver
Information Center, pull off to the side of
the road as soon as it is safe to
do so. When the vehicle is at a complete stop, shift the transmission
selector to
P (Park) and allow the engine to idle. Do not turn off the
engine or increase engine speed above a normal idle. Within
two or three
minutes the system should cool sufficiently to allow
A/C operation to
resume. At that
time resume driving at a reduced speed. Return to
normal driving after
10 minutes if the “ENGINE COOLANT HOT”
message
is not displayed.
Maintenance when Trailer Towing
Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer.
See
the Maintenance Schedule for more on this. Things that are
especially important
in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid
(don’t overfill), engine oil, belts, cooling system, and brake wear. Each of
these is covered
in this manual, and the Index will help you find them
quickly. If you’re trailering, it’s a good idea to review these sections
before
you start your trip.
Check periodically
to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight.
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Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be
unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer? Don’t let used oil
stay
on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and
water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw away clothing or
rags containing used engine
oil. (See the manufacturer’s warnings about
the use and disposal
of oil products.)
Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If you change your own
oil, be sure to drain all free-flowing oil from the filter before disposal.
Don’t ever dispose of oil by putting it
in the. trash, pouring it on the
ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Instead, recycle it
by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problem
properly disposing
of your used oil, ask your dealer, a service station or a
local recycling center for help.
AIR CLEANER
To gain access to the
filter loosen the four
screws and lift the top
half
of the air cleaner
assembly.
Refer to the
Maintenance Schedule
to determine when
to
replace the air filter.
See “Scheduled Maintenance Services’’
in the Index.
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If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine
fire. And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will damage
it. Always have the air cleaner
in place when you’re driving.
AUTOMMTIC TRANSAXLE FLUID
Men to Check and Change
A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the
engine oil is changed. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine
when to change your fluid. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the
Index.
How to Check
Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have
this
done at your Cadillac dealership Service Department.
If you do it yourself, be sure to
follow all the instructions here, or you
could
get a false reading on the dipstick.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Shuttle Service or Taxi
Warranty work can frequently be handled in one day, but there is no
reason for you to wait around. Cadillac helps eliminate inconvenience to
you with transportation alternatives.
Gold Key Courtesy Transportation provides shuttle service for same day
warranty work. Your Cadillac Dealer can get you where you need to be
with minimal interruption of your daily schedule.
Another option is a taxi.
If the warranty repairs require two or more
hours and require your Cadillac to be kept overnight, the Gold Key
Courtesy Transportation plan allows you to be compensated up
to $30
for a taxi. Be sure to get receipts for your Service Advisor so you can
be reimbursed.
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Light. Air Bag Readiness ............................. 33
Light. Battery Charge
............................... 137
Light. Safety Belt Reminder
........................... 18
Light. Service Engine Soon .......................... 136
Light. Engine Oil
................................... 135
Light. Engine Temp
................................. 135
Light. Turn Signal Indicator
.......................... 105
Lighter. Cigarette
.................................. 127
Lights
............................................. 115
Lights. Battery Charge
.............................. 137
Lights. Interior
..................................... 116
Lights. Operation of ................................ 118
Lights. Reading .................................... 119
Lights. Warning. On Instrument Panel
................. 132
Loading
.. Tires .................................... 289
Loading Your Vehicle
............................... 289
Lockout. Feature Anti-
............................... 72
Lock. Rear Door Security
............................. 70
Log. Operating Record
................... See Maint . Book
Long Distance Driving
.............................. 198
Loss Of Control .................................... 190
Low Battery. What To Do About A .................... 217
Low Oil Pressure. Warning Light For
.................. 135
Lubricants. Recommended
................ See Maint . Book
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Maintenance ........................... See Maint . Book
A Word About
....................... See Maint . Book
Coupons
............................ See Maint . Book
Explanation
of Services ................ See Maint . Book
Oil Change
.......................... See Maint . Book
Owner Checks
....................... See Maint . Book
Operating Record Log
................. See Maint . Book
Recommended Fluids
................. See Maint . Book
Schedules
........................... See Maint . Book
Service Ctr
. Inspec . & Sew ............. See Maint . Book
Service Station Owner Checks
.......... See Maint . Book
Maintenance Record
..................... See Maint . Book
Master Cylinder, Brake
.............................. 276
Methanol In Gasoline
............................... 249
Mileage Indicator
.................................. 131
Mirrors, Front Seat Vanity
........................... 124
Mirrors, Inside Daymight Rearview
................... 120
Mirrors, Outside
................................... 125
Mobile Telephone, Adding
A ..................... 158. 313
Mountain Driving
.................................. 200
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Schedule I1 Maint . Serv ................... See Maint . Book
Scheduled Maint
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Explanation
of ....................... See Maint . Book
Seat. Heated
........................................ 9
Seats and Restraint Systems ............................ 6
Seat Controls ........................................ 6
Securing A Child Restraint ............................ 49
Security Override. Trunk ............................. 77
Service and Appearance Care ........................ 248
Service Center Inspec . & Serv .............. See Maint . Book
Service Engine Soon Warning Light
................... 136
Service Information .................. See Owner Assistance
Service Parts Identification Label
..................... 312
Service Station Checks ................... See Maint . Book
Servicing Cadillac with the Air Bag System
.............. 38
Setting The Clock .............................. 167. 173
Setting The Trip Odometer .......................... 131
Sheet Metal Damage ................................ 308
Shift Lever. Positions Of .............................. 90
Shift Lever. Steering Column .......................... 97
Shifting Into Park ................................... 96
Shifting Out Of Park ................................. 98
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ......................... 22
Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment .................... 24
Signaling Turns .................................... 105
S.I.R. (Air Bags) .................................... 30
Skidding .......................................... 190
Slippery Surfaces. Driving On ........................ 193
Smaller Children. Use Of Lap-Shoulder Belt ............. 46
Snow. If You’re Stuck In Deep ........................ 205
Snow Or Ice. Driving On ............................ 203
Snowstorm. If You’re Caught In A Bad ................ 205
Solvent-Type Cleaner On Fabric ...................... 303
Sound Equipment. Adding ........................... 313
Sound System. How to Operate Your .................. 157
Spare Tire. Compact ................................ 245
Spark Plug Replacement ................. See Maint . Book
Specifications ...................................... 320
Speedometer And Odometer ......................... 131
Speed Sensitive Steering ............................. 325
Speedsensing Suspension ........................... 147
Stains. Removing ................................... 304
Start (Ignition Key Position) .......................... 86
Starting Your Engine ................................ 87
Starting Your Car If The Uattery Is “Dead” ............. 217
Second Gear. When To Use ........................... 91
Selecting the Right Schedule .............. See Maint . Book
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