tow CADILLAC DEVILLE 1996 7.G Service Manual

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fluid level
if you have been driving:
When outside temperatures are above 90°F (32°C).
At high speed for quite a while.
0 In heavy traffic -- especially in hot weather.
While pulling a trailer.
To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal
operating temperature, which is
180°F to 200°F
(82°C to 93°C).
Get the vehicle warmed up by driving abut 15 miles (24 km)
when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). If it's
colder
than 50°F (lO"C), you may have to drive longer.
Checking the Fluid Level
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Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine
running.
With the parking brake applied, place the shift Lever
in
PARK (P).
With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift
lever through each gear range, pausing for about
three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift lever
in PARK (P).
Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes. Then, without shutting off
the engine, follow these steps:
1. The black transaxle fluid cap is located next to the
radiator hose and below the air cleaner assembly
on
the driver's side of the engine. Remove the air
cleaner assembly
so you can reach the transaxle fluid
cap. The assembly is attached to the vehicle
by two
fasteners. Simply
lift up on the air cleaner assembly
to remove it. Find the transaxle fluid cap and turn
it
counterclockwise to remove. Pull out the dipstick
and wipe
it with a clean rag or paper towel.
then pull it back out again.
2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and
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The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more
uniform wear
for all tires on the vehicle. The first
rotation is the most important. See “Scheduled
Maintenance Services”
in the Maintenance Schedule
booklet for scheduled rotation intervals.
When rotating
your tires, always use the correct rotation
pattern
shown here.
Don’t include the compact spare
tire in your tire rotation. After
the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and
rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading
Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are
properly tightened. See “Wheel
Nut Torque” in
the Index.
A CAUTION:
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which
it is fastened,
can make wheel nuts become loose
after
a time. The wheel could come off and cause
an accident. When
you change a wheel, remove
any rust
or dirt from places where the wheel
attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency,
you can
use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be I
sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you
need to, to get
all the rust or dirt off. (See I
“Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index.)
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Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric
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Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt.
Always clean a whole
trim panel or section. Mask
surrounding trim along stitch
or welt lines.
Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the
directions on the container label.
Use suds only and apply with
a clean sponge.
Don’t saturate the material.
Don’t rub it roughly.
As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge
to remove the suds.
Rinse the section with a clean, wet sponge.
Wipe
off what’s left with a slightly damp paper towel
or cloth.
Then dry it immediately with a blow dryer.
Wipe with
a clean cloth.
Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric
First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at dl.
Some spots and stains will clean off better with just
water and mild soap.
If you need to use a solvent:
Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with
a clean, dull knife or scraper. Use very little cleaner,
light pressure
and clean cloths (preferably
cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the outside
of
the stain, “feathering” toward the center. Keep
changing to a clean section of the cloth.
0 When you clean a stain from fabric, immediately
dry the area with a blow dryer to help prevent a
cleaning ring.
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Use
a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or
saddle soap.
For stubborn stains, use a GM Vinylbeather Cleaner
or equivalent product.
0 Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive
cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather.
dirt is allowed to work into the finish, it can harm
the leather.
Soiled leather should be cleaned immediately. If
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces
of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or
waxes may cause annoying reflections
in the windshield
and even make
it difficult to see through the windshield
under certain conditions. Use
a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use
mild dish washing
soap). Dry the wood immediately
with a clean cloth.
Cleaning Speaker Covers
Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the
speaker won’t be damaged. Some spots and stains will
clean
off better with just water and mild soap. If
something gets on one of them and you need to use a
solvent, follow these steps:
Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean, dull knife or scraper. Use very little cleaner,
light pressure and clean cloths (preferably
cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at
the outside of
the stain, “feathering” toward the center. Keep
changing
to a clean section of the cloth.
’ When you clean a stain from fabric, immediately
dry the area with a blow dryer to help prevent a
cleaning ring.
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Cleaning the Outside of Your
Cadillac
The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth
of color, gloss retention and durability.
Washing Your Vehicle
The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep
it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water.
Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun.
Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use
liquid hand, dish or car washing (mild detergent) soaps. Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based,
or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents
should be flushed promptly and not allowed
to dry on
the surface, or
they could stain. Dry the finish with a
soft, clean chamois
or a 100% cotton towel to avoid
surface scratches and water spotting.
High pressure
car washes may cause water to enter
your vehicle.
Finish Care
Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Cadillac
by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the
paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning
products from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care
and
Materials” in the Index.)
Your Cadillac has a “basecoat/~learcoat’~ paint finish.
The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use
waxes and polishes that are
non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat
paint finish.
NOTICE:
Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on
a basecoatklearcoat paint finish may
dull the
finish or leave swirl marks.
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tar, tree sap, bird
droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can
damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain
on painted
surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon
as possible. If
necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked
safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter.
Exterior painted surfaces are subject
to aging, weather
and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period
of years.
You can help to keep the paint finish looking
new
by keeping your Cadillac garaged or covered
whenever possible.
Aluminum or Chrome Wheels
Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with
mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After
rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel.
A wax
may then
be applied.
The surface
of these wheels is similar to the painted
surface
of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps,
chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners or
abrasive cleaning
brushes on them because you could
damage the surface. You
may use chrome polish on
chrome wheels, but avoid any painted surface of the
wheel, and buff off immediately after application. Don’t
take your vehicle through an automatic car
wash
that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes. These
brushes can also damage the surface
of these wheels.
Tires
To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner.
I NOTICE:
When applying a tire dressing, always take care
to wipe
off any overspray or splash from all
painted surfaces on the body or wheels
of the
vehicle. Petroleum-based products
may damage
the paint finish.
Sheet Metal Damage
If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal
repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop
applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or
replaced to restore corrosion protection.
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TOLL-FREE HOTLINE
1=800-882=1112
Each technician travels with a specially equipped
service vehicle complete with the necessary Cadillac
parts and tools required to handle most roadside repairs.
Cadillac Roadside Service can be reached by dialing
1-800-882- 1 1 12,24 hours a day,
365 days a year. This
service is provided at no charge for any
warranty-covered situation and for a nomina1 charge if
the Cadillac is
no longer under warranty.
Cadillac Owner Privileges fM
Cadillac’s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an
auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac
owner with the advantage
of contacting a Cadillac
advisor and, when appropriate, a Cadillac trained
dealer technician who will provide on-site service.
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Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner
Privileges TM at “no charge”, throughout your 1996 Cadillac
Warranty
Period - 48 Monthl.50,oOO Miles (83 000 km.)

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Emergency Road Service is performed on site for the
following situations:
Towing Service
Battery Jump Starting
0 Lock Out Assistance
0 Fuel Delivery
0 Flat Tire Change (Covers change only)
Trip Intemprlon - If your trip is interrupted
due
to a warranty failure, incidental expenses
may
be reimbursed during the 48 months or
50,000 miles/80,000 kilometers warranty period.
Items covered are hotel, meals and rental
car.
Roadside Service Availability
Wherever you drive in the United States or Canada, an
advisor is available to assist you over the phone. A
dealer technician, if available, can travel to your
location within a
30 mile/50 kilometer radius, of a
participating Cadillac dealership.
If beyond this radius,
we will arrange to have your
car towed to the nearest
Cadillac dealership.
Reaching Roadside Service
Dial the toll-free Roadside Service number: 1-800-882- 11
12. An experienced Roadside Service
Advisor will assist you and request the following infomation:
A description of the problem
Name, home address, home telephone number
Location of your Cadillac and number you are
0 The model year, vehicle identification number and calling from
date
of delivery
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........................................ 4-20
Defensive
.................................... 4-1
Drunken
..................................... 4-2
Freeway
.................................... 4-21
InaBlizzard
................................. 4-27
In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-3
In the Rain .................................. 4- 17
Night
...................................... 4-15'
OnCurves .................................. 4-10
On Grades While Towing a Trailer ............... 4-38
On Hill and Mountain Roads
.................... 4-23
On Snow and Ice
............................. 4-26
Throughwater
............................... 4-19
WetRoads
.................................. 4-17
Winter
...................................... 4- 25
With a Trailer
................................ 4-36
Drunken Driving
................................ 4-2
ECC ......................................... 3-1
Electrical Equipment. Adding ........... 2.17.3.30. 6.54
Electrical System
............................... 6-54
Electrochromic Daymight Rearview Mirror
..... 2.46. 2.48
Electronic Climate Control
........................ 3- 1
Electronic Level Control ......................... 2-83
Electronic Solar Sensor
........................... 3-5
Engine
........................................ 6-8
Coolant ..................................... 6-20
Coolant Heater
............................... 2- 17
Exhaust ..................................... 2-28
FuseBlock .................................. 6-55 Identification
................................ 6-53
Overheating
................................. 5-15
Running While Parked
......................... 2-28
Specifications
................................ 6-63
StartingYour
................................ 2-16
Temperature Warning Light
..................... 2-68
Engine Oil
..................................... 6-9
Adding
..................................... 6-10
Additives
................................... 6-12
Checking
................................... 6-10
Used
....................................... 6-13
When
to Change .............................. 6-13
English/Metric Button
........................... 2-75
Exhaust. Engine
................................ 2-28
Engine Coolant Hot-Idle Engine Message ........... 2-78
Ethanol
........................................ 6-3
Express-Down Window .......................... 2-30
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
.................... 2-43
Fabric Cleaning
............................... 6-45
Fan Control. Climate Control System
................ 3-2
Filling
Your Tank ................................ 6-4
Filter. Air
..................................... 6-14
Finish Care
.................................... 6-49
Finish Damage
................................. 6-51
First (1). Automatic Transaxle
..................... 2-22
Flashers. Hazard Warning
......................... 5-1
Flash-To-Pass Feature
........................... 2-32
Flat Tire. Changing
............................. 5-25
Floor Mats .................................... 2-55
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Fluid Capacities ................................ 6-64
Foreign Countries. Fuel ........................... 6-3
French Language Manual -11
Front Storage Armrest ........................... 2-52
Front Towing .............................. 5.8. 5.11
Fuel
........................................... 6-2
Data Panel .................................. 2-73
DoorRelease ................................. 6- 4
Filling Your Tank .............................. 6-4
Gage ....................................... 2- 72
In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-3
Fuel Level Very Low Message ..................... 2-79
Fuses and Circuit Breakers ....................... 6-55
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Gage. Fuel ................................... 2-72
GAWR ....................................... 4-30 .
Gear Positions, Automatic Transaxle ................ 2- 19
GloveBox .................................... 2-52
Gross Axle Weight Rating ........................ 4-30
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................... 4-30
Guide en FranGais 11
GVWR ....................................... 4-30
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Halogen Bulbs ................................ 6-29
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Hazara Warning Flashers .......................... 5- 1
Head Restraints ................................. 1-7
Headlamps .................................... 2-40
Bulb Replacement ............................ 6-30
Highbow Beam Changer ...................... 2-32
Wiring ..................................... 6-5 4
Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance .............. 7-3
Heated Seats .................................... 1-4
Heated Windshield ............................... 3-7
Heating ........................................ 3-6
High-Beam Headlamps .......................... 2-32
Highway Hypnosis .............................. 4-23
Hill and Mountain Roads ......................... 4-23
Hitches. Trailer ................................. 4-35
Hood
Checking Things Under
......................... 6-6
Release ...................................... 6-7
Horn ......................................... 2-30
Hydraulic Brake Warning Lights ................... 2-65
Hydroplaning .................................. 4-19
Ignition Positions .............................. 2-15
Illuminated Entry ............................... 2-43
Illuminated Rear Seat Visor Vanity Mirror ........... 2-55
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors ................... 2-55
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver ................... 2-45
Inflation. Tire .................................. 6-36
Instrument Panel ............................... 2-60
Brightness Control ............................ 2-43
Cluster ..................................... 2-62
Interior Lamps ................................. 2-43
Cleaning .................................... 6-47
.................................... J ack. Tire 5-28
Jump Starting ................................... 5-3
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