spare wheel CADILLAC DEVILLE 1996 7.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire
1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts.
Don’t remove them yet.
2. Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift
head a few inches.
A CAUTION:
Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is
dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you
could be badly injured or killed. Never get under
a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
NOTICE:
Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly
positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow
the vehicle to
fall off the jack. Be sure to fit the
jack lift head into the proper location before
raising your vehicle.
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5.8 INCHES
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3. Position the jack under the vehicle and raise the jack lift head until it fits firmly into the notch
in the
vehicle's
frame nearest the flat tire.
Put the compact spare tire near
you.
4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle
clockwise. Raise the vehicle
far enough off the
ground
for the spare tire to fit under the vehicle.
5. Remove all wheel nuts and take off the flat tire.

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dirt from the wheel
bolts, mounting surfaces
and spare
wheel.
A CAUTION:
Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to
which it is fastened, can make the 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 the 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 sure to use a scraper or wire
brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or
dirt off.
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Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you
do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could
fall off, causing a serious accident.
- 7. Replace the wheel
nuts with the
rounded end of the
nuts toward the wheel. Tighten
each nut
by hand
until the wheel
is
held against the
hub.
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NOTICE:
Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to
brake pulsation and rotor damage.
To avoid
expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel
nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper
torque specification.
Don’t
try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare
tire. It won’t
fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until
you have the flat tire repaired or replaced.
NOTICE:
Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare. If
you try to put a wheel cover on your compact
spare,
you could damage the cover or the spare.
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools
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A CAUTION:
Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the
passenger compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In
a sudden stop or collision, loose
equipment could strike someone. Store all these
in the proper place.
After you’ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle,
you’ll need to store
the flat tire in your trunk. Use the
following procedure
to secure the flat tire in the trunk.
Put the
flat tire in the trunk so the side that faces out
when it is on the vehicle is facing down. The full-size
tire will not
fit down into the well. Place it so the front is
in the well and the rear is out of the well.
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When
the compact spare is installed, don’t take
your vehicle through an automatic car wash with
guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on
the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel,
and maybe other parts
of your vehicle.
Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles.
And don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with
other wheels
or tires. They won’t fit. Keep your spare
tire and its wheel together.
NOTICE:
Tire chains won’t fit your compact spare. Using
them can damage
your vehicle and can damage
the chains too. Don’t use tire chains on
your
compact spare.
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If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or
Snow
What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck
is to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as
“rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but
you must use caution.
A CAUTION:
If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can
explode, and you or others could be injured. And,
the transaxle or other parts
of the vehicle can
overheat. That could
cause an engine compartment
fire or other damage. When
you’re stuck, spin the
wheels
as little as possible. Don’t spin the wheels
above
35 mph (55 kdh) as shown on the
speedometer.
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?ressures to those listed on the Tire-Loading [nformation label.
NOTICE:
Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or
overinflation is all right. It’s not. If your tires
don’t have enough air (underinflation),
you can
get the following:
, Too much flexing
Too much heat
Tire overloading
Bad wear
Bad handling
Bad fuel economy.
If your tires have too much air (overinflation),
you can get the following:
Unusual wear
Bad handling
Needless damage from road hazards.
i Rough ride
When to Check
Check your tires once a month or more.
Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be
at
60 psi (420 Wa).
How to Check
Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire
pressure. You can’t tell
if your tires are properly inflated
simply by
looking at them. Radial tires may look
properly inflated even when they’re underinflated.
Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems.
They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture.
Tire Inspection and Rotation
Tires should be inspected every 6,000 to 8,000 miles
(10 OOO to 13 000 km) for any signs of unusual wear.
If unusual wear is present, rotate your tires as soon
as
possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for
damaged tires
or wheels. See “When It’s Time for New
Tires” and “Wheel Replacement” later
in this section for
more information.
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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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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.
Using tires of different sizes
may also cause
damage to your vehicle. Be sure
to use the same
size
and type tires on all four wheels.
It’s all right
to drive with your compact spare,
though. It
was developed for use on your vehicle.
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.) The
grades are molded on the sidewalls
of most passenger
car tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does
not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires,
space-saver or temporary
use spare tires, tires with
nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm),
or
to some limited-production tires.
While the tires available on General Motors passenger
cars and light trucks may
vary with respect to these
grades, they must also conform to Federal safety
requirements and additional General Motors Tire
Performance Criteria
(TPC) standards.
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 1/2) 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.
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Instrument Panel ............................. 6-47
Leather
..................................... 6-47
Outside of Your Cadillac
....................... 6-49
SpeakerCovers
.............................. 6-47
Special Problems
............................. 6-46
Stains
...................................... 6-46
Tires
....................................... 6-50
Vinyl
....................................... 6-46
Wheels
..................................... 6-50
Windshield and Wiper Blades
................... 6-48
Clock. Setting
the ............................... 3-10
Coinholder .................................... 2-52
Comfort Controls ................................ 3-1
Compact Disc Care ............................. 3-31
Compact Disc Player
....................... 3.18. 3.25
Compact Disc Player
Errors .................. 3.21. 3.28
Compact Spare Tire
............................. 5-35
Compass. Rearview Mirror with
................... 2-48
Control
of a Vehicle .............................. 4-5
Convenience Net
............................... 2-53
Convex Outside Mirror
.......................... 2-51
Coolant
....................................... 6-20
Heater. Engine ............................... 2- 17
Cooling System
................................ 5-1 8
Cornering Lamp Bulb Replacement ................ 6-31
Cornering Lamps
............................... 2-41
Courtesy Lamps
................................ 2-44
Courtesy Transportation
........................... 7-7
Cruise Control
................................. 2-36
Comfort Controls. Steering Wheel Touch Control
...... 3-9
SurgeTank ............................. 5.18. 5.20 Cruise Engaged Message
......................... 2-78
Cupholders .................................... 2-52
Customer Assistance
for Text Telephone Users ......... 7-3
Customer Assistance Information ................... 7-1
Customer Satisfaction Procedure .................... 7-1
Damage. Finish ............................... 6-51
Damage. Sheet Metal
............................ 6-50
Daytime Running Lamps ......................... 2-41
Dead Battery ................................... 5-3
Defects. Reporting Safety ................... 7.10. 7. 11
Defensive Driving ............................... 4-1
Defogger. Rear Window .......................... 3-9
Defogging ................................. 3-4.3-8 ... Defrosting ................................. 3.4, 3.8
DIC .......................................... 2-74
Dimensions. Vehicle
............................ 6-64
Dolby@ B Noise Reduction ............. 3- 13.3.18. 3.25
Door Central Unlocking System
....................... 2-3
Locks
....................................... 2-3
Storage Compartments
......................... 2-52
Door Open Message
............................. 2-78
Driver Door Open Message
....................... 2-78
Driver Information Center
........................ 2-74
Driver Information Center Messages
................ 2-76
DriverPosition
................................. 1-12
Driver’s Outside Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror ..... 2-51
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Electrical System Message ...................... 2-80
Emissions System Message
..................... 2-80
Engine Cooling System Message
................. 2-80
Engine Soon Light
............................ 2-69
Fuel System Message
.......................... 2-80
Idle Control System Message
................... 2-80
Ignition System Message
........................ 2-80
Manuals. Ordering
............................ 7-1 1
Parts Identification Label
....................... 6-53
Publications. Ordering
......................... 7- 1 1
Ride Control Message ......................... 2-80
Transmission Message
......................... 2-80
Work. Doing Your Own
......................... 6- 1
Service and Appearance Care ...................... 6- 1
Service and Owner Publications
................... 7-1 1
Servicing
Your Air Bag-Equipped Cadillac .......... 1-26
Sheet Metal Damage
............................ 6-50
ShiftLever
.................................... 2-19
Shifting
Automatic Transaxle
.......................... 2- 19
Into Park (P) ................................. 2-24
Out
of Park (P) ................................ 2-27
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
..................... 1- 14
Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment
................ 1 - 14
SignalingTurns
................................ 2-31
SR .......................................... 1-20
Skidding
...................................... 4-14
Sound Equipment. Adding
........................ 3-30
Spare
Tire. Compact ............................. 5-35
Speaker Covers. Cleaning ........................ 6-47
Specifications and Capacities
................. 6-63. 6-64
Specifications. Engine
........................... 6-63
Speed Sensor Fault Message
...................... 2-80
Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance
............... 7-3 Speedometer
................................... 2-63
SSS .......................................... 4-10
Stains, Cleaning
................................ 6-46
Starting Disabled Due
To Theft System Remove
Ignition Key Message
.......................... 2-81
Starting Your Engine
............................ 2-16
Steam
.............................. 5-16,s-17, 5-20
Steering
...................................... 4-10
In Emergencies
............................... 4-11
MAGNASTEER
............................. 4-10
Power
...................................... 4-10
Speedsensitive .............................. 4-10
Tips
........................................ 4-10
Wheel, Tilt .................................. 2-31
Steering Wheel
Touch Control ................. 3-9, 3-29
Stop Engine Low Oil Pressure Message
............. 2-81
Stop Engine Overheated Message
................... 2-81
Storage Compartments
........................... 2-52
Storage, Vehicle
................................ 6-29
Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice
or Snow .................. 5-36
SunVisors
.................................... 2-54
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint
................... 1-20
Surge Tank, Coolant
........................ 5-18, 5-20
Surge Tank Pressure Cap
.......................... 6-23
Symbols, Vehicle
................................ xiii
Taillamp Bulb Replacement
...................... 6-33
TapePlayerCare
............................... 3-31
Telephone, Cellular
............................. 2-55
Temperature Control, Climate Control System
......... 3-2
Theft
......................................... 2-11
Theft System ProbledCar May
Not Restart Message . . 2-81
Theft-Deterrent System
.......................... 2-12
8-9