trailer CADILLAC ELDORADO 1993 10.G User Guide

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Your vehicle will need scrvice more often when you‘re pulling a trailer.
See the Maintenance Schedule for more
on this. Things that are
especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid
(don’t overfill), engine
oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system, and brake
adjustment. Each
of these is covered in this manual, and the Index will
help you find them quickly. If you’re trailering, it’s a good idea to review
these sections before you start your trip.
Check periodically to see that
all hitch nuts and bolts are tight.
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If your engine catches fire because you keep drivmg with no
coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs
lwuld not be covered
by your warranty.
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If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine:
If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem
may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot
when you:
e Climb a long hill on a hot day.
Stop after high speed driving.
e Idle for long periods in traffic.
Tow a trailer.
If you get the overheat warning with no sign
of steam, try this for a
minute or
so:
1. Turn off your air conditioner.
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Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you
have been driving:
0 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 93OC).
Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when
outside temperatures are above
50°F (10” C). If it’s colder than 50’F
(10 C), you may have to drive longer.
To check the fluid level:
0 Park your vehicle on a level place.
Place the shift lever in “P” (Park) with the parking brake applied.
With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each
gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range. The\
n,
position the shift lever
in “P” (Park).
0 Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes.
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Automatic Transaxle ................................. 80
Automatic Transaxle Fluid ........................... 276
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Baby Restraint ...................................... 44
Battery ........................................... 292
Battery Cables. Starting With ......................... 221
Battery Charge Light ............................... 127
Battery Power Loss ................................. 293
Beam. Headlight. High-Low Switch .................... 97
Belt
Lap
............................................ 39
Lap-Shoulder
.................................... 20
Rear Seat ....................................... 35
Blizzard. If You’re Caught In A ....................... 209
Block Heater. Engine ................................ 78
Blood Alcohol Level ................................ 173
“Blowout. .. Tire .................................... 247
Boat. Towing A .................................... 211
Bose Sound Systems ................................ 158
Brake
Adjustment
..................................... 182
Fluid .......................................... 291
Master Cylinder ................................. 289
Parking ......................................... 84
Brake System Warning Light ......................... 124
Pedal Travel .................................... 182
Brake System. Anti.Lock. Warning Light ............... 125
Brake Wear Indicators. Disc ......................... 181
Brakes. Anti-Lock .................................. 179
Brakes. Trailer ..................................... 214
Braking ........................................... 177
Braking in Emergencies ............................. 182
Braking If Your Engine Stops ........................ 179
“Break.1n”. New Vehicle ............................. 75
Break-In Schedule. When Towing A Trailer ............. 212
Bucklingup ........................................ 19
BulbChart ........................................ 333
Bulbs. Halogen. Removal
............................ 294
Bulbs. Taillight Replacement ......................... 296
Bulbs. Turn Signal .................................. 334
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Temperature. Engine. Warning Light .................. 126
Theft .............................................. 72
Theft Deterrent System .............................. 73
Thermostat ........................................ 284
Third Gear. When Tb Use ............................ 83
Tilt Steering Wheel .................................. 94
Time. Setting The .................................. 160
Tire Chains ........................................ 314
Tire. Flat .......................................... 247
Tire Pressure Inflation .............................. 306
Tire Inspection and Rotation ......................... 308
Tires .. Loading ..................................... 303
Tire Quality Grading ................................ 310
Tires ............................................. 305
Tires. When It's Time For New Tires .................. 309
Torn Safety Belts .................................... 61
Tbrque Lock (Auto Transaxle) ........................ 205
Towing A Trailer ................................... 211
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 227
Traction Control System ............................. 119
Trademarks. GM ................................... 258
Traffic Lights ...................................... 170
Traffic Officer ..................................... 172-
Trailer Towing ..................................... 211
Transaxle. Automatic ................................. 80
Transaxle Fluid .................................... 276
Transaxle Gear Positions ............................. 80
Transaxle Service ................... See Maint . Book, p.22
Travel. Brake Pedal ................................. 182
Trip Odometer ..................................... 123
Trunk Release. Remote .............................. 71
Wght Sentinel ................................... 107
misted Safety Belts .................................. 26
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator ................. 96
Turn SignaVHeadlight Beam .......................... 97
'Itvo Children Wearing The Same Safety Belt ............. 58
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Underbody Maintenance ............................ 322
Underhood Light ................................... 109
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ........................ 310
Uphill. Parking ..................................... 204
Upholstery Care ................................... 316
Unleaded Gasoline ................................. 259
Urban Driving ..................................... 196
Used Oil. How XI Dispose Of ........................ 274
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