turn signal CADILLAC DEVILLE 2000 8.G Owner's Manual

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Freeway Driving
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
ªblindº spot.
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you
allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move
slightly slower at night.

4-41 Making Turns
NOTICE:
Making very sharp turns while trailering could
cause the trailer to come in contact with the
vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid
making very sharp turns while trailering.
When you're turning with a trailer, make wider turns
than normal. Do this so your trailer won't strike
soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees or other
objects. Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. Signal
well in advance.
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a
different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check
with your dealer. The arrows on your instrument panel
will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change.
Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash,
telling other drivers you're about to turn, change lanes
or stop.When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrument
panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer
are burned out. Thus, 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 lower gear before you start
down a long or steep downgrade. If you don't shift
down, you might have to use your brakes so much that
they would get hot and no longer work well.
For some grade conditions, it may be better to drive in
THIRD (3) to lessen transaxle shifting. You may wish to
drive in THIRD (3) instead of DRIVE (D) while towing
a trailer.
On a long uphill grade, reduce your speed to around
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 you have a problem. Your front and
rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off.
The hazard warning button
is located on the center
of the instrument panel
between the two air vents.
Press the button in to make the front and rear turn signal
lamps flash on and off.
The light in the center of the
button will flash, indicating
that the hazard warning
flashers are on.
Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what
position your key is in, and even if the key isn't in.
Press the button again to turn your hazard warning
flashers off. When the hazard warning flashers are on,
the turn signals won't work.

6-43 Front Cornering Lamps
1. Follow Steps 1 through 5 in ªHeadlampsº
described previously.
2. Disconnect the cornering lamp bulb by pulling the
bulb out of the socket. Do not twist or turn the bulb.
3. Replace cornering lamp bulb by pushing the bulb
directly into the socket.
4. Reinstall the cornering lamp housing socket back
into the headlamp assembly.
5. To reinstall headlamp assembly, see Steps 1 through
5 in reverse in ªHeadlampsºdescribed previously.
Front Turn Signal Lamps
1. The turn signal lamps are located beside the
headlamps. To access, lift off the bulb socket dust
cover. (See Step 1 under ªHeadlamps.º)
2. Press the tab down and turn the housing socket
clockwise to unlock the socket from the
lamp housing.

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3. Remove the turn signal lamp housing socket and
replace the bulb.
Windshield Wiper
Blade Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least
twice a year for wear or cracking. See ªWiper Blade
Checkº in the Maintenance Schedule booklet under
Part B ªOwner Checks and Servicesº for
more information.
It's a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade
assembly on a regular basis or when worn. For proper
windshield wiper blade length and type, see ªNormal
Maintenance Replacement Partsº in the Index
To replace the wiper blade assembly:
1. Turn the ignition to ACC and turn the wipers on.
Position the wipers on the windshield in the ªmidº
wipe position. Then with the door open, turn the
ignition to OFF.

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MaxiFuses
Fuse Usage
60 Park Brake
61 Rear Defog
62 Right Rear Lumbar, Power
63 Audio Amplifier
64 ELC Compressor/Exhaust
65 Cigar Lighter
66 Not Used
The spare fuses are located in numbers 70 through 74.
The fuse puller is located in number 75.
Replacement Bulbs
Application Number
Headlamps, Composite
Lower High Beam 9005. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Upper Low Beam 9006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Turn Signal 3157 NA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cornering Lamps 3157. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in
English and metric conversions. Please refer to
ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº in the
Maintenance Schedule booklet for more information.
Engine Specifications
Displacement 279 cubic inches (4 565 cc). . . . . . . . .
Type 4.6 L DOHC V8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VIN Engine Code
DeVille and DHS Y. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DTS 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Horsepower
DeVille and DHS 275 (bhp) @ 5600 rpm. . . . . . . .
205 (kW) @ 5600 rpm
DTS 300 (bhp) @ 6000 rpm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
224 (kW) @ 6000 rpm
Torque
DeVille and DHS 300 (lb
-ft) @ 4000 rpm . . . . . . .
407 (N´m) @ 4000 rpm
DTS 295 (lb
-ft) @ 4400 rpm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
400 (N´m) @ 4400 rpm
Firing Order 1
-2-7-3-4-5-6-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thermostat Starts To Open 177
-184
F (81-85
C) . .