turn signal CADILLAC DEVILLE 1995 7.G User Guide

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine So here are some tips for passing:
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"Drive ahead." Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for
situations that might affect your passing patterns. If you have any
doubt whatsoever about
making a successful pass, wait for a better
time.
Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings, and lines.
if yo^ can see a
sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection, delay your
pass.
A broken center line usually indicates it's all right to pass
(providing the road ahead is clear). Never cross a solid line on your
side
of the lane or a double solid line, even if the road seems empty of
approaching traffic.
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, especiallv if you're following a larger vehicle. Also,
you won't have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or
stops. Keep back
a reasonable distance.
When
it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, start to accelerate
but stay
in the right lane and don't get too close. Time your move so
you will be increasing specd as the time comes to move into the other
lane.
If the way is clear to pass, you will have a "running start" that
more than makes up
for the distance you would lose by dropping back.
And
if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass. you need
only
slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunity
If other cars are lined up
to pass a slow vehicle, wait your turn. But
take care that someone
isn't trying c to pass you as you pull out to pass
the slow vehicle. Remember to glance over your shoulder ;ind check
the blind spot.
Check your mirrors. glancc
OVC~ your shoulder. ;~nd start your lcft 1;tnc
change signal bcfortj moving out of thc right 12111~ to pass. Whcn you
are far enough ahead of the passul vehicle to see its front in your
inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back
into the right lane. (Remember that your right outside mirror is
convex. The vehicle
you just passed may seem to be farther away from
you than it really is.)
Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two-lane roads.
Reconsider before passing
the next vehicle.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine DMNG IN THE RAIN
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 dwa~s wise to go slower and be cautious if rain
starts to fall while
you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when
your reflexes ;u'e tuned for driving on dry pavcment.
The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper
blades are in
good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road
signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road. and
cven peoplc walking.
It's wise to keep vour wiping quiptnent in good shape and keep your
windshield wash&
tank filled. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when
they show signs c. of streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or when
strips
of rubber start to separatc from the inserts.
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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:
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Know the best way to get to where you are going. Gct a city map and
pian your trip into an unknown part
of the city just as you would for a
cross-country trip.
Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You’ll
save time and energy. (See the next part, “Freeway Driving.”)
Treat
a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because
the corner
is busy enough to need it. When a light turns green, and just
before you start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have
not
cleared the intersection or may be running the red light.
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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 speed most of the other drivers are
driving. Too-fast
or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat
the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
At
the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you
have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you
should begin
to check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to blend
with the flow. Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed.
Switch
on your turn signal, check your mirrors and glance over your
shoulder as often as necessary.
Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow.
Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed
to the posted limit or to
the prevailing rate
if it’s slower. Stay in the right lane unless you want to
pass.
Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your turn signal.
Just before
you leave the lane, glance quickly over your shoulder to make
sure there isn’t another vehicle
in your “blind” spot.
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Making very sharp turns while trailering coulcl cause the trailer
to come in contact with the vehicle. Your whicle could be
damagecl. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering.
When towing a trailer? the green arrows on your instrument panel will
flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailcr are burned out. Th, you
may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not. It's
important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still
working.
Driving On Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lowcr gear bcfow VOLI start clown a long or
steep downgrade. If you don't shift down. youkight have to use your
brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well.
On a long uphill grade. shift down ;1nd reduce your speed to u-ound
45 mph (70 km/h) or less to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle
overheating.
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HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police
know WLI have a problem. Your front and rcar turn signal lamps will flash
on ani off. I
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The light on your
instrument panel will
flash indicating that the
hazard warning flashers
are on.
Press the button in to
make your front and
rear
turn signal lamps
flash on and off.
Your hazard warning flashers will work once the button is pressed in
regardless of the key position.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine BULB CHART
Description Bulb No.
Ashtray Illumination ................................... 1445
Backup Lamps ........................................ 2057
Cornering
Lamp ....................................... 3156
Courtesy Reading Lamp ................................. 168
Glove Compartment Lamp ............................... 194
Headlamps, Composite
Inner High Beam ..................................... 9005
Outer Low Beam ..................................... 9006
License Plate Lamp ..................................... I94
Park and Thn Signal ................................ 3157 NA
Stop/Tail/Turn Signal ................................... 2057
Trunk Lamp .......................................... 1003
Underhood Lamp ....................................... 56 1
Vanity Mirror Illumination ............................... 123
Sidemarker Lamps ...................................... 194

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Use by Larger Children ........................... 1-51
Use by Smaller Children and Babies ................ 1-38
Use During Pregnancy ............................ 1-29
Why They Work .................................. 1-7
Safety Chains ...................................... 4-38
Safety Defects. Reporting ............. See Owner Assistance
Safety Warnings and
Symbols ........................... 111
Seatback. Power Recliner ............................. 1-3
Seats .............................................. 1-1
Adjuster ......................................... 1-2
Heated Front .................................... 1-4
Reclining Front ................................... 1-2
Securing a Child Restraint ........................ 1-43
Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1
Seats and Seat Controls .............................. 1-1
Second (2) Position. Automatic Transaxle .............. 2-28
Security System (PASS-Key 11) ....................... 2-18
Service ............................................ 6-1
A/C System A/C Compressor Off ................... 2-90
Air Bag System Message .......................... 2-91
Appearance Care ................................. 6-1
Engine Soon Light ............................... 2-80
Now-Refer to Owners Manual Message ............. 2-90
Parts Identification Label ......................... 6-60
Publications ..................... See Owner Assistance
Ride Control Message
............................ 2-90
Vehicle Soon Message ............................ 2-91
Work. Doing Your Own ............................ 6-1
Your Air Bag-Equipped Cadillac ................... 1-28
Automatic Transaxle ............................. 2-25
Into Park (P) .................................... 2-30
Out of Park (P) .................................. 2-33
Shoulder Belt ................................. 1-14, 1-15
Signaling Turns .................................... 2-40
Skidding .......................................... 4-15
Sound Equipment. Adding ........................... 3-22
Spare Tire. Compact ................................ 5-33
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Shifting
Speaker Covers. Cleaning
............................ 6-52
Specifications Chart ................................ 6-71
Speed Sensitive Suspension .......................... 2-93
Speedometer ...................................... 2-74
Stains. Cleaning ............................... 6-50. 6-51
Speed Sensitive Steering (SSS) ....................... 2-93
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Uniform Quality Grading ......................... 6-44
Wear Indicators ................................. 6-42
Wheel Replacement .............................. 6-45
When It’s Time for New .......................... 6-42
Top Strap ......................................... 1-42
Torque Lock ....................................... 2-32
Torque, Wheel Nut ................................. 5-32
Towing a Trailer .................................... 4-34
Towing Your Vehicle ................................. 5-9
Traction Active Message ......................... 2-91,4-9
Traction Control System .............................. 4-9
Traction Control System Active Message ............... 2-79
Traction Disabled Message ................... 2-78,2-91,4-9
Trailer
Brakes
......................................... 4-38
Driving on Grades ............................... 4-40
Driving with a ................................... 4-39
Engine Cooling When Towing ..................... 4-42
Hitches ........................................ 4-38
Maintenance .................................... 4-41
Parking on Hills ................................. 4-41
Safety Chains ................................... 4-38
Tongue, Weight of ............................... 4-36
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires ................ 4-37
Towing a ....................................... 4-34
Turn Signals .................................... 4-40
Weight of a Trailer ............................... 4-36
Automatic ...................................... 6-17
Change Indicator, Reset .......................... 6-20
Reset Message .................................. 2-92
Transmitter, HomeLink Universal ..................... 2-68
Transmitters, Matching to Your Vehicle ................ 2-10
Trip Odometer ..................................... 2-74
Trunk Transaxle Fluid
Trip Set Button, Driver Information Center
............. 2-86
Open Message .................................. 2-92
Release, Remote ................................ 2-14
Security Override ................................ 2-13
Turn Signal On Message ............................. 2-92
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator ................ 2-40
Turn SignaI/Multifunction Lever ...................... 2-39
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer ................... 4-40
Twilight Sentinel ................................... 2-52
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