light CADILLAC ELDORADO 1997 10.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Few automobiles are fortunate enough to have the rich heritage
that
is Cadiilac. The name Cadilllac is appropriately that of
Antoine de La Mothe Cadillae, the French military commander
who founded the city of Detroit in 1708. What better name for
the oldest automobile manufacturer in Detroit.
Henry M. Leland, known as the master of precision,
initiated his precision manufacturing techniques at the
founding of Cadillac
in 1902. His exacting standards
prompted
the motto by which Cadillac has been guided
over the years
- “Craftsmanship A Creed - Accuracy
A Law.”
The introduction of the first four cylinder engine in 1905
led the industry and enabled Cadillacs to travel at speeds
up to
50 mph.
For attention to quality and innovation, the Royal
Automobile Club of England awarded the prestigious
Dewar Trophy to Cadillac twice . . . first in 1908 for
achieving perfect interchangeability of parts and again
for introducing the electric self starter, electric lighting
and ignition system on 191 2 models. Cadillac is the
only American manufacturer to win this honor and
the only manufacturer in the world to win
it twice. As
commonplace as standardized parts are today, in 1908
parts were still individually hand fitted both in
production and service.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine finest documents ever written. It was published following
the introduction
of the fist production V8 engine,
which was standard in all Cadillacs beginning with the
1915 model.
Many Cadillac “fists” have followed over the years,
including the synchro-mech clashless transmission,
a
nationwide comprehensive service policy, security plate
a stylist (1927 LaSalle/Harley Earl). The ’30s witnessed
production
of the powerful, smooth and quiet V12 and
VI6 engines. The crisp, contemporary lines of the 1938
60 Special series ushered in a new era in styling.
b Ullass, chrome plating and the first car to be designed by
During World War
I%, shortly after Pearl Harbor,
Cadillac discontinued car production for the first time
since 1902
in order to construct light tanks, combat
vehicles and internal
parts for Allison V1710 engines.
Two Cadillac V8 engines and Hydra-Matic
transmissions were
used in each MSAI and M24 tanks.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine For the 1948 model, Cadillac introduced the legendary
tail fin which once more set the trend in automotive
styling for nearly two decades.
This was closely
followed with the two door hardtop Coupe DeVille and
the industry’s first modern
overhead valve, high
compression
V8 engine on the I949 model.
Engineering innovations, conveniences
and styling
dominated
the ’50s and ’60s. Cruise control, automatic
climate control,
tilt and telescoping steering wheels,
twilight sentinel
and four door hard tops all debuted in
these years.
In 1957 the Eldorado Brougham featured advances
such as air
suspension, memory seat,
automatic electric
door locks, transistor radio, a brushed
stainless
steel roof and low profile tires.
The Eladlorado, introduced in 31953, was redesigned for
1967 as the first front wheel drive personal luxury car.
The 472 cu. in. V8 engine used in all1 Cadillacs in 1948
and
1969 was enlarged to 500 cu. in. for all 1970
through 1974 Eldorados. The Track Master
computerized
slud control braking system option
debuted on 1970 EBdorados.
A driver and passenger Air Cushion Restraint
system (air
bag) was available on all 1974, 1975 and
1.974 Cadillacs.
Analog Electronic Fuel Injection was available, on
1975 Cadillacs and standard on the new international
size 1976 Seville.
In 1978, the Trip Computer option
incorporated the first ~n-bo~d rni.croprocessor.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Vehicle Symbo1s
These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle.
For example,
these symbols are used on
an
original battery:
CAUTION
POSSIBLE
INJURY
PROTECT EYES BY
SHIELDING
CAUSTIC
BAllERY
ACID COULD CAUSE
BURNS
AVOID
SPARKS OR
FLAMES
SPARK
OR
FLAME
COULD
EXPLODE BATTERY
These symbols
are important
for you and
your passengers
whenever your
vehicle is
driven:
DOOR LOCK
UNLOCK
FASTEN SEAT
BELTS
POWER
WINDOW
These symbols
have to do with
your
lamps:
TURN
SIGNALS
PARKING
/
LAMPS
-
HAZARD
WARNING
FLASHER
DAYTIME . .
RUNNING * *
LAMPS .OB
FOG LAMPS
These symbols
are
on some of
your controls:
WINDSHIELD
WIPER
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WINDSHIELD
WASHER tea
WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER
REAR
WINDOW
DEFOGGER
VENTILATING
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FAN W
These symbols
are used on
warning and
indicator lights:
ENGINE
COOLANT
-
TEMP
BAlTERY
CHARGING SYSTEM
BRAKE
COOLANT
ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
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Here are some
other symbols
you may
see:
FUSE *
LIGHTER n
HORN
SPEAKER
FUEL
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The control is located in the
center console. Move the
switch to LO or HI to turn
the heating elements in
the seat. The
EO setting
warms the seatback and
cushion until the seat
approximates body
temperature. The
HI setting
heats the seat
to a slightly
higher temperature.
A telltale light in the control reminds you that the
heating system is
in use. The heated seats can only be
used when the ignition is turned on.
Press the control forward
or rearward to adjust
the seatback.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Your vehicle has a light that
comes
on as a reminder to
buckle up. (See “Safety
Belt Reminder Eight”
in
the Index.)
In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to
wear safety belts. Here’s why:
They work.
You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a
crash,
you don’t know if it will be a bad one.
A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so
serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive.
But
most crashes are in between. In many of them,
people who buckle up
can survive and sometimes walk
away. Without belts they could have been badly
hurt
or krlled.
After
more than 25 years of safety belts in vehicles.
the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does
matter ... a lot! When you ride
in or
on anythmg, you go as fast as it goes.
Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Your car has a shoulder belt tightness adjustment
feature.
If the shoulder belt seems too tight, adjust it
before
you begin to drive.
1. Sit well back in the seat.
2. Start pulling the shoulder belt out.
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4. Let the belt go back all the way. You should hear a
slight clicking
sound. If you don’t, the adjustment
feature won’t set, and
you’ll have to start again.
5. Now you can add a small amount of slack. Lean
forward slightly, then sit back. If you’ve added more
than 1 inch (25 mm) of slack, pull the shoulder belt
out
as you did before and start again.
3. Just before it reaches the end, give it a quick pull. If you move around in the vehicle enough, pull out the
shoulder belt, or open your door, the belt will become
tight again.
If this happens, you can reset it.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the
blink of an eye. If you’re e00 close to an inflating
air
bag, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts
help keep
you in position before and during a
crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with air
bags. The driver should sit as far bark as possible
while still maintaining control
of the vehicle.
An inflating
air bag can seriously injure small
children. Always secure children properly
in your
vehicle.
To read how, see the part of this manual
callled “Children” and the caution label on the
right front passenger’s safety belt.
AIR BAG
There is an air bag readiness
light
the instrument
panel, which shows
AIR BAG.
The system checks the air bag electrical system for
malfunctions.
The light tells you if there is an electrical
problem. See
“Air Bag Readiness Light” in the Index
for more information.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up!
Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear
seat are
hurt more often in crashes than those who are
wearing safety belts.
Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown
out
of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others
in
the vehicle who are wearing safety belts.
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The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder
belts. Here’s how to wear one properly.
1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.
Don’t let
it get twisted.
The shoulder belt may lock if you pull
the belt across
you very quickly.
If this happens, let the belt go back
slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you
more slowly.
2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you
should use it.
But
if a safety belt isn’t Bong enough to fasten, your
dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go
in to order
it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, SO the
extender will be long enough for you. The extender will
be just for you, and just for the seat
in your vehicle that
you choose.
Don’t let someone else use it, and use it
only for the seat it is made to fit. To wear it, just attach it
to the regular safety belt.
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Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light
and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and
anchorages are working properly.
Look for any other
loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see
anything that
might keep a safety belt system from
doing its job, have it repaired.
TQ~ or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a
crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. Hf a belt is
torn or frayed, get a new one right away.
Also
look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and
have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system
does not
need regular maintenance.) If
you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts?
After
a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary.
But if the belts were stretched, as they would
be if worn
during
a more severe crash, then you need new belts.
If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision
damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt
or seat
parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs
may be necessary even if
the belt wasn’t being used at
the time of the collision.
If an
air bag inflates, you’ll need to replace air bag
system parts. See
the part on the air bag system earlier in
this section.