CADILLAC DTS 2010 1.G Owners Manual

{WARNING:
Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do
maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the
appropriate safety equipment and training. If a jack
is provided with the vehicle, it is designed only for
changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else,
you or others could be badly injured or killed if the
vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack is provided with
the vehicle, only use it for changing a flat tire.
This vehicle may come with a jack and spare tire or atire sealant and compressor kit. To use the jack andspare tire, follow the instructions below. To use the tiresealant and compressor kit, seeTire Sealant andCompressor Kit on page 6-71.
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
{WARNING:
Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor
ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may
enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains Carbon
Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled.
It can cause unconsciousness and even death.
Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has
no fresh air ventilation. For more information, see
Engine Exhaust on page 3-34.
{WARNING:
Over-inflating a tire could cause the tire to rupture
and you or others could be injured. Be sure to
read and follow the tire sealant and compressor kit
instructions and inflate the tire to its recommended
pressure. Do not exceed the recommended
pressure.
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{WARNING:
Storing the tire sealant and compressor kit 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 the tire sealant and compressor kit in its
original location.
If this vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit,there may not be a spare tire, tire changing equipment,and on some vehicles there may not be a place tostore a tire.
The tire sealant and compressor can be used totemporarily seal punctures up to1⁄4inch (6 mm) in thetread area of the tire. It can also be used to inflatean under inflated tire.
If the tire has been separated from the wheel, hasdamaged sidewalls, or has a large puncture, the tire istoo severely damaged for the tire sealant andcompressor kit to be effective. SeeRoadside Service onpage 8-7.
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Read and follow all of the tire sealant and compressorkit instructions.
The kit includes:
A. On/Off Button
B. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air or Air Only)
C. Pressure Relief Button
D. Pressure Gage
E. Air Only Hose (Black)
F. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear)
G. Power Plug
Tire Sealant
Read and follow the safe handling instructions on thelabel adhered to the compressor.
Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealantcanister. The sealant canister should be replaced beforeits expiration date. Replacement sealant canisters areavailable at your local dealer/retailer. See “Removal andInstallation of the Sealant Canister” following.
There is only enough sealant to seal one tire. Afterusage, the sealant canister and sealant/air hoseassembly must be replaced. See “Removal andInstallation of the Sealant Canister” following.
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Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor
Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a
Punctured Tire
Follow the directions closely for correct sealant usage.
When using the tire sealant and compressor kit duringcold temperatures, warm the kit in a heated environmentfor 5 minutes. This will help to inflate the tire faster.
Always do a safety check first. SeeIf a Tire Goes Flaton page 6-70. Do not remove any objects that havepenetrated the tire.
1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from itsstorage location. SeeTire Sealant and CompressorKit Storage on page 6-79.
2. Unwrap the sealant/air hose (F) and the powerplug (G).
3. Place the kit on the ground.
Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close tothe ground so the hose will reach it.
4. Remove the valve stem cap from the flat tire byturning it counterclockwise.
5. Attach the sealant/air hose (F) onto the tire valvestem. Turn it clockwise until it is tight.
6. Plug the power plug (G) into the accessory poweroutlet in the vehicle. Unplug all items from otheraccessory power outlets. SeeAccessory PowerOutlet(s) on page 4-34.
If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet, do notuse the cigarette lighter.
If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter, use thecigarette lighter.
Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door orwindow.
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7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running whileusing the air compressor.
8. Turn the selector switch (B) clockwise to theSealant + Air position.
9. Press the on/off (A) button to turn the tire sealantand compressor kit on.
The compressor will inject sealant and air intothe tire.
The pressure gage (D) will initially show a highpressure while the compressor pushes the sealantinto the tire. Once the sealant is completelydispersed into the tire, the pressure will quicklydrop and start to rise again as the tire inflates withair only.
10. Inflate the tire to the recommended inflationpressure using the pressure gage (D). Therecommended inflation pressure can be foundon the Tire and Loading Information label.SeeInflation - Tire Pressure on page 6-54.
The pressure gage (D) may read higher than theactual tire pressure while the compressor is on.Turn the compressor off to get an accurate pressurereading. The compressor may be turned on/offuntil the correct pressure is reached.
Notice:If the recommended pressure cannot bereached after approximately 25 minutes, the vehicleshould not be driven farther. The tire is tooseverely damaged and the tire sealant andcompressor kit cannot inflate the tire. Remove thepower plug from the accessory power outletand unscrew the inflating hose from the tire valve.SeeRoadside Service on page 8-7.
11. Press the on/off button (A) to turn the tire sealantand compressor kit off.
The tire is not sealed and will continue to leak airuntil the vehicle is driven and the sealant isdistributed in the tire, therefore, Steps 12 through18 must be done immediately after Step 11.
Be careful while handling the tire sealant andcompressor kit as it could be warm after usage.
12. Unplug the power plug (G) from the accessorypower outlet in the vehicle.
13. Turn the sealant/air hose (F) counterclockwise toremove it from the tire valve stem.
14. Replace the tire valve stem cap.
15. Replace the sealant/air hose (F), and the powerplug (G) back in their original location.
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16. If the flat tire was ableto inflate to therecommended inflationpressure, removethe maximum speedlabel from the sealantcanister and placeit in a highly visiblelocation. The label is areminder not toexceed 55 mph(90 km/h) until thedamaged tire isrepaired or replaced.
17. Return the equipment to its original storage locationin the vehicle.
18. Immediately drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) todistribute the sealant in the tire.
19. Stop at a safe location and check the tire pressure.Refer to Steps 1 through 11 under “Using the TireSealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant toInflate a Tire (Not Punctured).”
If the tire pressure has fallen more than 10 psi(68 kPa) below the recommended inflation pressure,stop driving the vehicle. The tire is too severelydamaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire.SeeRoadside Service on page 8-7.
If the tire pressure has not dropped more than10 psi (68 kPa) from the recommended inflationpressure, inflate the tire to the recommendedinflation pressure.
20. Wipe off any sealant from the wheel, tire, andvehicle.
21. Dispose of the used sealant canister and sealant/airhose (F) assembly at a local dealer/retailer or inaccordance with local state codes and practices.
22. Replace it with a new canister available from yourdealer/retailer.
23. After temporarily sealing a tire using the tire sealantand compressor kit, take the vehicle to an authorizeddealer/retailer within a 100 miles (161 km) of drivingto have the tire repaired or replaced.
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Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor
Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire
(Not Punctured)
To use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air onlyand not sealant:
Always do a safety check first. SeeIf a Tire Goes Flaton page 6-70.
1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from itsstorage location. SeeTire Sealant and CompressorKit Storage on page 6-79.
2. Unwrap the air only hose (E) and the power plug (G).
3. Place the kit on the ground.
Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close tothe ground so the hose will reach it.
4. Remove the tire valve stem cap from the flat tire byturning it counterclockwise.
5. Attach the air only hose (E) onto the tire valve stemby turning it clockwise until it is tight.
6. Plug the power plug (G) into the accessory poweroutlet in the vehicle. Unplug all items from otheraccessory power outlets. SeeAccessory PowerOutlet(s) on page 4-34.
If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet, do notuse the cigarette lighter.
If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter, use thecigarette lighter.
Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door orwindow.
7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running whileusing the air compressor.
8. Turn the selector switch (B) counterclockwise to theAir Only position.
9. Press the on/off (A) button to turn the compressor on.
The compressor will inflate the tire with air only.
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10. Inflate the tire to the recommended inflationpressure using the pressure gage (D). Therecommended inflation pressure can be found onthe Tire and Loading Information label.SeeInflation - Tire Pressure on page 6-54.
The pressure gage (D) may read higher than theactual tire pressure while the compressor is on.Turn the compressor off to get an accurate reading.The compressor may be turned on/off until thecorrect pressure is reached.
11. Press the on/off button (A) to turn the tire sealantand compressor kit off.
Be careful while handling the tire sealant andcompressor kit as it could be warm after usage.
12. Unplug the power plug (G) from the accessorypower outlet in the vehicle.
13. Disconnect the air only hose (E) from the tire valvestem, by turning it counterclockwise, and replacethe tire valve stem cap.
14. Replace the air only hose (E) and the powerplug (G) and cord back in its original location.
15. Place the equipment in the original storage locationin the vehicle.
Removal and Installation of the Sealant
Canister
To remove the sealant canister:
1. Remove the plastic cover.
2. Unscrew the connector (B) from the canister (A).
3. Pull up on the canister (A) to remove it.
4. Replace with a new canister which is available fromyour dealer/retailer.
5. Push the new canister into place.
6. Screw the connector (B) to the canister (A).
7. Slide the plastic cover back on.
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Tire Sealant and Compressor
Kit Storage
The tire sealant and compressor kit is located inthe trunk.
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 3-12.
2. Lift the cover.
3. Turn the retainer clockwise and remove the tiresealant and compressor kit.
To store the tire sealant and compressor kit, reversethe steps.
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Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazardwarning flashers. SeeHazard Warning Flasherson page 4-3.
{WARNING:
Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle
can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or
other people. You and they could be badly injured
or even killed.
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WARNING: (Continued)
Find a level place to change your tire. To help
prevent the vehicle from moving:
1. Set the parking brake firmly.
2. Put the shift lever in P (Park).
3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while
the vehicle is raised.
4. Do not allow passengers to remain in
the vehicle.
To be even more certain the vehicle will not move,
you should put blocks at the front and rear of the
tire farthest away from the one being changed.
That would be the tire, on the other side, at the
opposite end of the vehicle.
When the vehicle has a flat tire (B), use the followingexample as a guide to assist you in the placementof wheel blocks (A).
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