mirror CADILLAC ELDORADO 1995 10.G Owners Manual

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Reverse Gear Day Mode
To turn the
auto-dimming feature
on press the switch
located at the base
of
the mirror.
The switch will light,
indicating
it is on.
The reverse mode
is another important feature of the automatic mirror.
When the shift lever is placed in
REVERSE (R), the mirror changes to
the daytime mode for
a bright image in the mirror as you back up.
Cleaning Photocells
Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the front and rear photocells
that make
the auto-dimming feature work.
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Electrochromic DaylNight Rearview Mirror with
Compass (Option)
This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare when set in the M
(Mirror) or C/M (Compass/Mirror) positions. One photocell on the back
of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside. Another photocell
is built into the mirror surface to sense headlamps behind you.
The mirror will darken gradually to reduce glare. This change may take a
few moments.
The mirror goes to a clear position whenever you shift to REVERSE (R).
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine OFF Turns off the day/night function and compass. The mirror will stay in
the day setting.
To keep the photocells operating well, occasionally clean them with a
cotton swab and
glass cleaner.
M: This turns on the day/night portion of the mirror to automatically
reduce glare.
C/M: This setting turns on thc compass in addition to the dayinight
function.
A letter denoting the direction headed will appear in the top
right corner of the mirror.
Once the compass is calibrated, it does not need
to be recalibrated.
To calibrate the compass:
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Set the switch on the mirror control to C/M.
Turn the vehicle ignition switch
ON. The letter C should be displayed
in the mirror compass window. If not, hold the Cal switch (bottom of
the mirror) for more than 10 seconds, and the letter C will appear. To
hold in the Cal switch, insert a paper clip into the small hole on the
bottom
of the mirror housing. The display will show a number first, but
keep holding until the letter C appears.
For quick calibration, drive the vehicle
in a 360-degree circle at less
than 5 mph (8 km/h) until the display reads a compass direction. For
normal calibration, drive the vehicle on your everyday routine, and the
compass will eventually calibrate.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Compass Variance
Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north.
In some areas the difference between the two can be great enough to
cause false compass readings. If this happens, follow these instructions to
set the variance for your particular location:
1. Determine your location on the zone map. Note your zone number.
2. Hold in the Cal switch (bottom of the mirror housing) for five seconds
until the current zone entry number appears in the display.
To hold in
the Cal switch, insert a paper clip into the small hole on the bottom of
the mirror housing.
entry is displayed.
3. Repeatedly press the Cal switch until the number for the new zone
Once the desired zone number is displayed, stop pressing the Cal switch
and the display will show compass direction within
a few seconds.
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The control on the driver's door armrest operates both outside rearview
mirrors. Move
the center switch to the left to select the driver side mirror,
or to the right to select the passenger side mirror. Then press the control
pad
in the direction of the desired mirror movement. Adjust each mirror
so that you can just see the side of your vehicle.
To lock the controls leave the selector switch in the middle position.
When you operate the rear window defogger,
it also warms both outside
mirrors to help clear
them of fog or ice.
Driver's Outside Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
(Option)
This mirror automatically dims to minimize glare for maximum rear
visibility. It operates
in conjunction with the insidc rearview mirror. As
glare increases, the mirror darkens accordingly. When the glare subsides
the mirror returns to its clear daytime state.
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COWEX OUTSIDE MIRROR
Your passenger’s side mirror is convex.
A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the
driver’s seat.
BREAK-AWAY OUTSIDE MIRROR
(EXPORT
ONLY)
The mirrors will collapse in either the forward or rearward direction and
then return
to the normal position.
POWER FOLDING MIRROR
(EXPORT
ONLY)
The control switch in the driver’s door armrest operates the fold and
extend feature for both outside rearview mirrors.
0 Move the switch rearward to fold both mirrors toward the vehicle’s
body.
0 Move the switch forward to extend both mirrors back to the normal
viewing position.
FLOOR MTS
Your Cadillac is equipped with rubber-backed front and rear floor mats.
Keep them clean by vacuuming and using a spot cleaner,
if necessary.
Do not machine wash.
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If you have the optional Astroroof you will not have this feature. To gain
access
to this compartment, which is located directly above the inside
rearview mirror in
the headliner, just push up and the storage area will open.
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CONVENIENCE NET
You'll find the convenience net just inside the back wall of the trunk.
Put small loads, like grocery
bags, behind the net. It can help keep them
from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops.
The net
is not for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the trunk as far
forward
as you can. When not using the net, hook the net to the tabs,
securing it to the sill plate.
Front Seat Vanity Mirrors
To use one, turn the
sunshade
down. Then
lift the cover up to see
the mirror. The slide
switch controls the
lamp
intensity.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine In some cold start conditions, the AUTO blower fan speed may be limited
until the engine cooling system warms up. This is normal to prevent
windshield fogging.
It will help if you first clear any ice and snow from the hood and the air
inlet (it’s between the hood and the windshield).
REAR DEFOGGER
-1 Press this button to
turn on the rear
defogger.
With it, your rear window and both outside rearview mirrors are heated.
The system will automatically shut off after 10 minutes. If further
defogging is desired, simply press the button again.
NOTICE:
Scraping the inside of your rear window could cut and damage
the heating grids. Your warranty would not cover this damage.
And don’t put decals there; you might have
to scrape them off.
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“Drive ahead.” Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for
situations that might affect your passing patterns.
If you have any doubt
whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait for a better time.
Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings, and lines. If you can see a
sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection, delay your
pass.
A broken center line usually indicates it’s all right to pass
(providing the road ahead is clear). Never cross a solid line
on your
side of the lane or a double solid line, even
if the road seems empty of
approaching traffic.
Do not get too close to the vehicle
you want to pass while you’re
awaiting an opportunity.
For one thing, following too closely reduces
your area of vision, especially
if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also,
you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or
stops. Keep back a reasonable distance.
When it looks like a chance to pass
is coming up, start to accelerate
but stay in the right lane and don’t get too close. Time your move
so
you will be increasing speed as the time comes to move into the other
lane.
If the way is clear to pass, you will have a “running start” that
more than makes up for the distance you would lose
by dropping back.
And
if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass, you need
only slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunity.
If other cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle, wait your turn. But
take care that someone isn’t trying to pass
you as you pull out to pass
the
slow vehicle. Remember to glance over your shoulder and check
the blind spot.
Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane
change signal before moving out
of the right lane to pass. When you
are far enough ahead
of the passed vehicle to see its front in your
inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back
into the right lane. (Remember that your right outside mirror is
convex. The vehicle
you just passed may seem to be farther away from
you than it really is.)
Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two-lane roads.
Reconsider before passing the next vehicle.
Don’t overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly. Even though the
brake lights are not flashing, it may be slowing down or starting to turn.
If you’re being passed, make it easy for the following driver to get
ahead
of you. Perhaps you can ease a little to the right.
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