ESP CADILLAC SEVILLE 1995 4.G Owner's Manual

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Check your tires once a month or more.
Don’t forget your compact spare. 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
Tires should be inspected every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 030 to 13 000 km)
for any signs
of unusual wear. If unusual wear is present, rotate your tires
as
soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged
tires or wheels. See “When it’s Time for New Tires” and “Wheel
Replacement’’ later in this section
for more information.
The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires
on the vehicle. The first rotation is the most important. See “Scheduled
Maintenance Services” in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals.
When rotating your
tires, always use the
correct rotation pattern
shown here.
Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation.
After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation
pressures 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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The following information relates to the system developed by the United
States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires
by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only
to vehicles sold
in the United States.)
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the
tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government
test course. For example,
a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half
(1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The
relative performance
of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their
use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to
variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
Traction - A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest are: A, B, and C. They
represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under
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controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
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Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking
(straight-ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning)
traction.
Temperature - A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the
tire’s resistance to the generation
of heat and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory .
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire
to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead
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sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance
which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard
No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required
by law.
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Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that
is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation,
or excessive loading, either separately or
in combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure.
These grades are molded on the sidewalls of passenger car tires.
While the tires available as standard or optional equipment on General
Motors vehicles may vary with respect to these grades, all such tires meet
General Motors performance standards and have been approved for use
on General Motors vehicles. All passenger type
(P Metric) tires must
conform
to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades.
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the
factory to
give you the longest tire life and best overall performance.
In most cases, you
will not need to have your wheels aligned again.
However,
if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way
or the other, the alignment may need to be reset. If you notice your
vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels may need to
be rebalanced.
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If
wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts
should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace
it (except some
aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your Cadillac
dealer
if any of these conditions exist.
Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need.
Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity, diameter,
width, offset, and
be mounted the same way as the one it replaces.
- If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts,
replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you
will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for your
Cadillac model.
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In many cases, the advisor at the Roadside Service Center can provide
instructions to get you back on the road.
TO resolve more complex problems, the advisor
will page an experienced
Cadillac dealership Service Technician. The technician
will call you and
evaluate
the possible cause. If a roadside repair is possible, the technician
will come to your location and provide a permanent or temporary repair.
Wlzat If Your Cadillac Is In An Unsafe Location Or
On A Limited Access Highway ? ? ?
If your car is located in an area that is determined to be unsafe (by you, the
advisor or the technician)
or if the vehicle is on a limited access freeway or
regulated highway, the advisor
will arrange to tow your Cadillac to a safe
location, where service can be performed. Additional assistance will be
provided
if necessary.
What If Your Cadillac Cannot Be Repaired
At Roadside ? ? ?
If your car cannot be repaired at roadside within a reasonable period of
time (approximately 45 minutes) or requires the resources of a Cadillac
dealership
service facility, the advisor will arrange a tow service for you.
Towing
may also be necessary after the technician has attempted a repair,
but determines that your car cannot be repaired at roadside.
Tow services are provided by independent companies,
so therefore,
Cadillac
is not responsible for the tow company. During the 48 months, or
50,000 miles/80,000 kilometers warranty period, towing services are
covered for any disablement.
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There are only two things which you will be responsible for during the
use
of your courtesy vehicle. You are required to provide insurance
coverage and replenish the fuel used.
In many cases your own auto insurance policy may provide primary
coverage
for the courtesy vehicle, similar to rental car agreements.
Please, check with your insurance company to be certain what's covered.
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Gold Key Courtesy Transportation -- Just one more way your Cadillac
Dealer is committed
to you.
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CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE INFORMATION
Here you will find out how to contact Cadillac if you need assistance. This
section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report
any safety defects.
This section includes information on:
The Customer Satisfaction
Procedure, Customer Assistance for Hearing or Speech Impaired,
BBB
Auto Line - Alternative Dispute Resolution Program, Reporting Safety
Defects, Roadside Assistance, and Service and Owner Publications.
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROCEDURE
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and Cadillac.
Normally, any concern with the sales transaction or the operation of your
vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s Sales or Service Departments.
Sometimes, however, despite
the best intentions of all concerned,
misunderstandings can occur. If your concern has not been resolved to
your satisfaction, the following steps should be taken:
STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of dealer
management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that
level. If
the matter has already been reviewed with the Sales, Service, or Parts
Manager, contact
the owner of the dealer or the General Manager.
STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealer management, it
appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealer without further
help, contact the Cadillac Consumer Relations Center 24 hours
a day by
calling 1-800-458-8006. In Canada, contact
GM of Canada Customer
Assistance Center in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or
1-800-263-7854 (French).
In Mexico, call
(525) 254-3777. In Puerto Rico, call 1-800-496-9992
(English) or 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish). In the
U.S. Virgin Islands, call
1-800-496-9994. In other overseas locations, contact GM North American
Export Sales in Canada by calling 1-905-644-4112.
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