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How To Check Power Steering Fluid:
4.6 Liter (Northstar)
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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When the engine
compartment is
hot, the level
should
be at the
“HOT” mark.
When the engine
compartment is
cool, the
level
should be at the
“FULL COLD”
mark.
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cylinder might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an
acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When
new linings are
put in, the fluid level goes back up. The other reason is that fluid is
leaking out
of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake
system
fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t
work well, or won’t work at all.
So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off” your
brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won’t correct a leak. If you add fluid when
your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new
brake linings.
You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only
when work
is done on the brake hydraulic system.
A CAUTION:
If ),ou hate loo much brake fluid, it can spill on the engine. The
fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough. You or others could
tw borntd. and )our whicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid
onl) whco wcC h dune on the bruke hydraulic system.
\C hc‘n !our tmk tlu~cj 1,1115 10 ;I Iuw Icvel, the “CHECK BRAKE
FLU ID” ~nc~gc L+ ill display on the Driver Information center and your
brake warning light will come on. See “Brake System Warning Light” in
the Index.
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Remove the cap.
The fluid level must
be to the 'CMAX
FILE line at the base
of the neck as shown.
To Check Brake Fluid: 4.6 Liter (Northstar)
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A CAUTION
Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of
too much fkiction. You could have an air-out and a serious
accident. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index.
Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded
tires. The resulting accident could cause serious iqjury.
Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended
pressure. Tire pressure should be checked when your tires
are cold.
Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut, punctured, or
broken
by a sudden impact, such as when you hit a pothole.
Keep tires at the recommended pressure.
Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If your tread is badly
worn, or if your tires have been damaged, replace them.
See “Inflation
- Tire Pressure” in this section for inflation
pressure adjustment
for higher speed driving.
In@tion - Tire Pressure
The Tire-Loading Information label which is located on the driver’s door
shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires, when they’re cold.
“Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting
for at least three hours or
driven no more than a mile.
If you’ll be driving at speeds higher than
100 mph (160 kmh) where it is
legal, raise the “cold” inflation pressure
of each tire to 35 psi (240 kPa).
When you end this
very high speed driving, reduce the “cold” inflation
pressures
to those listed on the Tire-Loading Information label. Never
inflate the tires higher than the maximum “cold” inflation pressures
stated on the sidewall
of the tires.
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The Seville tire pressures are:
Front - 28 psi (200 kPa)
Rear - 26 psi (179 kPa)
Seville recommended
tire size is:
XGT4 IIburing Design Blackwall (P225/6OR16)
The
STS tire pressures are:
Front - 29 psi (200 kPa)
Rear - 29 psi (200 kPa)
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GA Performance Blackwall (P225/60ZR 16)
Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa).
How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire
pressure. Simply looking at the tires
will not tell you the pressure,
especially if you have radial tires
-- which may look properly inflated even
if they’re underinflated.
If your tires have valve caps, be sure to put them back on. They help
prevent leaks
by keeping out dirt and moisture.
Tire Inspection and Rotation
To make your tires last longer, have them inspected and rotated at the
mileages recommended
in the Maintenance Schedule. See “Scheduled
Maintenance Services”
in the Index.
FRONT Use this rotation
pattern.
After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation
pressure as
shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. Make certain
that
all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque’’ in the
Index.
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Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened,
can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could
come
off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel,
remove any rust or
dirt from places where the wheel attaches to
the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper
towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later,
if you need to, to get all the rust or dirt off. (See “Changing a
Flat Tire” in the Index.)
When It3 Time for New Tires
One way to tell when
it’s time for
new tires is
to check the treadwear
indicators, which
will
appear when your tires
have only
2/32 inch
(1.6 mm) or less of
tread remaining.
You need a new tire
if
0 You can see the indicators at three places around the tire.
You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber.
The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show
cord or fabric.
The tire has a bump, bulge or split.
The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that can’t be repaired
well because of the size or location of the damage.
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Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM Part No.
1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco
smoke and dust films.
Don’t use abrasive cleaners
on glass, because they may cause scratches.
Avoid placing decals
on the inside rear window, since they may have to be
scraped
off later. If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear
window, an electric defogger element may be damaged. Any temporary
license should not be attached across the defogger grid.
CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF THE
WINDSHIELD AND
WIPER BLADES
If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the
wiper blade chatters when running,
wax or other material may be on the
blade or windshield.
Clean the outside
of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner,
Bon-Ami Powders (GM Part No. 1050011). The windshield is clean if
beads do not form when you rinse it with water.
Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in
full strength
windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water.
Wiper blades should be checked
on a regular basis and replaced when
worn.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
EI lG6KS52BXPU800001 EI
1G 6 KS 5 2 BX P U800001
G = GENERAL
MOTORS
6 = CADILLAC
CARLINE/SERIES
KS = SEVILLE
KY = STS
VIN BODY CODE
= BODY TYPE -
5 = 69 SEDAN 4 DOOR
PRODUCTION
SEQUENCE NUMBER
ASSEMBLY PLANT U
= HAMTRAMCK, MICH.
- MODELYEAR
P = 1993
- CHECK DIGIT
- ENGINE CODE
B
= 4.9 LITER (200 HP)
9 = 4.6 LITER (295 HP)
- RESTRAINT SYSTEM:
2 - ACTIVE (MANUAL) BELTS WITH DRIVER AND
PASSENGERS INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM
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The headlight wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the light switch.
An electrical overload will cause the lights to
go on and off, or in some
cases
to remain off. If this happens, have your headlight wiring checked
right away.
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse.
If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until
the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and
not snow, etc.,
be sure to get it fixed.
rower Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows and other
power accessories. When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker
opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes
away.
BULB CIT
DESCRIPTION BULB NO.
Ash Tray Illumination .................................. 1445
Backup Lights. ......................................... 2057
Cornering Light ................................... 1156 DC7
Courtesy Reading Light ................................. 168
Fog Light.. ............................................ 886
Glove Compartment Light ............................... 194
Headlights Composite
-Inner High Beam
................................ 9005 HB3
-Outer
Low Beam ................................ 9006 HB4
-Export Bulb ........................................... H4
Illumination Entry Lock Lamp ............................ 192
Instrument Panel Illumination ............................ 194
Instrument Panel Telltales ................................ 194
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