engine coolant CADILLAC ELDORADO 1994 10.G Owner's Manual

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To Add Coolant
If you need more coolant, add the proper mix at the coolant surce tank.
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To Check or Add Coolant
When the engine is cold, remove the pressure cap from the surge tank,
use a flashlight as necessary to see into the tank. The coolant level should
be visible inside the tank about
2 112 inches (60 mm) below the base of
the fill neck.
If you need more coolant, add the proper mix.
SURGE TANK PRESSURE CAP
NOTICE:
Your surge tank cap is a 15 psi (1.05 kPa) pressure-type cap ana
must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible
engine damage
&om overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap
line up with the overflow tube
on the surge tank filler neck.
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When you replace your surge tank pressure cap, an GM@ cap is
recommended.
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Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine
coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow
of coolant through the
radiator until the coolant reaches
a preset temperature.
When
you replace your thermostat, an AC@ thermostat is recommended.
POWER STEERING FLUID
How To Check Power Steering Fluid
Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap
and completely tighten
it. Then remove the cap again and look at the
fluid level
on the dipstick.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The Northstar engine is designed to require less maintenance than many
other DOHC
V-8 engines. Engine systems are designed to remind the
driver when service is required.
An oil life index indicator monitors
ongoing operating conditions and reminds the driver when an oil change
is needed.
A low coolant warning message keeps track.of the level of this
vital fluid. Direct acting hydraulic tappets provide maintenance free zero
lash operation
of the 32 valves from idle to the 6500 rpm redline. The
camshafts are driven by
a two stage roller chain assembly which is
designed
to provide quiet maintenance free Operation. Platinum tipped
,spark plugs increase the replacement interval
to 100,000 miles.
The four valve per cylinder design provides more efficient engine
breathing which results in higher power than comparable
two valve
engines. The central location
of each spark plug ensures a fast and
complete burning of the fuel/air mixture. The induction system uses
smooth thermoplastic tubes to channel air into the cylinders. The
smoothness
of the tubes is equivalent to the elaborate port polishing
methods used for race car engines. Careful design using the shape and
length
of the tubes boosts horsepower by using sonic pressure waves
created by the motion
of the inlet valves to increase the amount of air
entering ,each cylinder.
The Northstar engine is also designed
to be very durable. The aluminum
block has cast-in-place iron cylinder liners for greater wear resistance.
High strength connecting rods support the free floating piston pins in
bronze bushings for superior high speed performance. The fillets
of the
nodular iron crankshaft undergo
a high pressure compression rolling
operation to improve their resistance to fatigue.
Quiet operation is enhanced by the use of special materials and designs.
The front cover of the engine is stamped from laminated steel which
damps out noise. Special cam cover gasket seals isolate valve train
operation.The fuel injectors are placed inside the induction system
housing
to eliminate- the clicking noise which is common to other fuel
injected engines.
The Northstar engine is designed to provide years of efficient. reliable.
satisfying operation.
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ELDORADO INDEX
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Acc (Ignition Key Position) ........................... 84
Accessory Power. Retained .......................... 311
Adding Brake Fluid
..................................... 272
Electrical Equipment ............................. 311
Engine Coolant ............................. 224. 262
Engine Oil ...................................... 253
Power Steering Fluid ............................. 267
Transaxle Fluid .................................. 262
Additives. Engine Oil ............................... 257
Adjustment. Brake ................................. 273
Adult Safety Belt Usage .............................. 20
Air Bag ............................................ 30
Air Cleaner ........................................ 258
Air Cleaner Replace ..................... See Maint . Book
Air Conditioner .................................... 151
Air Outlets ........................................ 150
Air System ........................................ 150
Alarm. How To Turn Off Theft ........................ 80
Alcohol. Driving Under The Influence Of .............. 171
Alcohol in Gasoline ................................. 243
Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ......................... 305
AM Radio Reception ............................... 157
AM Stereo Radio Reception ......................... 158
Antenna. Cleaning Radio ............................ 168
Antifreeze ........................................ 263
Anti-Lock Brakes .................................. 177
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ............ 133. 177
Anti-Lockout Feature ................................ 71
Anti-Theft Tips ..................................... 79
Appearance Care .................................... 298
Arm. Wearing A Safety Belt Under Your ................ 28
Ashtrays .......................................... 126
Astroroof ......................................... 124
Automatic Air Conditioning System ................... 151
Automatic Door Lock ................................ 70
Air Cleaner Filter Replacement ...................... 285
AMAX@ ........... .- .............................. 158
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Comfort Controls and Audio Systems .................. 150
Compact Disc Player. Care Of Your .................... 167
Compact Disc Sound Systems ......................... 164
Compact Spare Tire ................................ 240
Computer That Shows Fuel Economy .................. 139
Console, Center ..................................... 76
Control Of A Vehicle ............................... 175
Control. Loss Of ................................... 184
Controls. Features And ............................... 66
Convenience Net .................................... 78
Convex Outside Mirror .............................. 123
Coolant. Engine: Proper Solution To Use ............... 263
Coolant Heater. Engine .............................. 86
Coolant. Safety Warnings About ...................... 224
Cooling System .................................... 222
Cooling System Service ................... See Maint . Book
Cruise Control
..................................... 109
Cruise Control. Change Speed With ................... 111
Cruise Control. Get Out Of .......................... 113
Cruise Control On Hills ............................. 112
Cruise Control. Turning Off .......................... 113
Curves. Driving On ................................. 180
Contents, Table Of ........ See Front of Owner Info . Manual
Damage
To Finish .................................. 306’
Damage To Sheet Metal ............................. 306
Damage Warnings .................................... 2
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) ............... 118
Dead Battery. What To Do If You Have A .............. 211
Defensive Driving .................................. 170
Defogger. Rear Window ............................. 154
Delco-Bose Gold Series Compact Disc Music Sys ........ 164
Delco Sound Systems ............................... 157
DEXRON IIE@ and DEXRON 111s .................. 262
Dimensions. Vehicle ................................ 328
Disc Brake Wear Indicators .......................... 272
Disposal. Used Oil ................................. 258
DoorLocks ........................................ 68
Driver Information Center ........................... 140
Driver Information Center Messages .................. 142
Driver’s Side S.I.R. (“Air Bag”) ........................ 30
And the Road. Your .............................. 170
Defroster ......................................... 154
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Garage Door Opener 128 ................................
Gear Positions ...................................... 87
Gearshift Lever, Positions Of .......................... 87
Gasoline .......................................... 242
Gasoline Tank, Filling Your .......................... 247
Glass Cleaning ..................................... 304
GloveBox .......................................... 77
Graphic Symbols ..................................... 3
Guard Against Theft ................................. 79
Guide En Francais ....................... See Introduction
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Halogen Bulbs ..................................... 276
Hazard Warning Flashers ............................ 209
Headlight Bulb Removal ............................ 276
Headlight On Warning .............................. 115
Headlight Washer Fluid ............................. 269
Head Restraints ..................................... 11
Heated Front Seat Feature ............................ 10
Heated Windshield ................................. 156
Heater ............................................ 151
Heater. Engine Block ................................ 86
Heater. Engine Coolant .............................. 86
Height Adjuster. Shoulder Belt ........................ 23
High-Low Headlight Beam Switch .................... 103
Highway Hypnosis .................................. 193
HillandMountainRoads ............................ 194
Hills. Parking On ................................... 206
Holding A Baby In Your Car .......................... 47
Hood. Don't Open If You See Steam .................. 220
Hood. Opening The ................................ 250
Horn ............................................. 101
Hot Coolant. Warning Light For ...................... 134
Hot Engine. Safety Warnings About ................... 224
How The Air Bag System Works ....................... 33
How To Obtain Roadside Service ........ See Roadside Sew .
How To Operate Your Sound System .................. 159
How To Use This Manual .............................. 1
How To Wear Safety Belts Properly ..................... 20
Hydroplaning ...................................... 189
Halogen Headlight Bulb Removal ..................... 276
Headlight High-Low Beam .......................... 105
Headlight Washers ................................. 108
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