maintenance CADILLAC SEVILLE 1997 4.G User Guide

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Your Cadillac has four-wheel disc brakes.
Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that
make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake
pads are worn and new pads
are needed. The sound
may come and go
or be heard all the time your vehicle
is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake
pedal firmly).
The brake wear warning sound means that soon
your brakes won’t work well. That could lead to
an accident. When you hear the brake wear warning sound, have your vehicle serviced.
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Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads
could result in costly brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake
squeal when the brakes
are first applied or lightly
applied. This does not mean something is wrong with
your brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help
prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect
brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts in
the proper sequence to
GM specifications.
Brake linings should always be replaced
as complete
axle sets.
See “Brake System Inspection” in the Maintenance
Schedule booklet under Part
C “Periodic Maintenance
Inspections”.
See your dealer
if the brake pedal does not return to
normal height, or if there
is a rapid increase in pedal
travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble.
Every time you apply the brakes, with or without the
vehicle moving, your brakes adjust for wear.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine It’s a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade
assembly on a regular basis or when
worn. For proper
windshield wiper blade length and type,
see “Normal
Maintenance Replacement Parts” later
in this section. To
replace the wiper blade assembly: .I. c +*.
1. Turn the ignition key to ACCESSORY and turn the
wipers on. Position the wipers
on the windshield in
the “mid” wipe position. Then with the door open,
tum the key to
OFF.
2. Insert a screwdriver into the slot as shown and press
down to release the wiper blade assembly.
3. Align the wiper arm pin with the hole on the wiper
blade assembly and snap
it into place to install.

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Check your tires once a month or more.
Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at
60 psi (420 kPa).
Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire
pressure.
You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated
simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look
properly inflated even when they‘re underinflated.
Be sure
to put the valve caps back on the valve
stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt
and moisture.
Tires should be rotated every
4,000 to 8,000 miles
( IO 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual
wear, 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 thc Maintcnance Schedule
booklet for
schedulcd rota~io~~ inttwals.
When rotating your tires. al\vays use the con-t‘ct 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 show 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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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield
washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax,
sap or other material may be
on the blade or windshield.
Clean the outside
of the windshield with GM
Windshield Cleaner, Bon Ami’ Powder (non-scratching
glass cleaning powder),
GM Part No. 105001 1. The
windshield is clean if beads do
not form when you rinse
it with water.
Grime from
the windshield will stick to the wiper blades
and affect their perfolmance. Clean the blade by wiping
vigorously with a cloth soaked
in full-strength windshield
washer solvent. Then rinse
the blade with water.
Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary;
replace blades that look worn.
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them !ast
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone
grease with a clean cloth at least every six months.
During very cold, damp weather more frequent
application
may be required. (See “Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants’’ in the Maintenance Schedule booklet.)
The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty. depth
of color, gloss retention and durability.
The best way to preserve your \-chick’s i’inish 10 keep
it clean by washing it often with lLkc\~w-m 01- cold \sxtcr.
Don’t wash your vehicle in the cfircct r;ly?; 01’ thc 3~111.
Don’t use strong soaps or chemicd dctcrgcnl..;. ll,c
liquid hand, dish or car washins (mild dettlrgcnt ) 3o;lps.
Don’t use cleaning agents that are pctrolcurn based. or
that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agent?;
should be flushed promptly and
not allowed to dry on
the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a
soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid
surfkce scratches and water spotting.
High pressure car washes may cause water
to enter
your vehicle.
Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a liquid
hand. dish or cat- washing (mild detergent) soap to clean
exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under
“Washing Your Vchicle.”

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Headlamps Composite Inner High Beam
....................... 9005
Outer
Low Beam ....................... 9006
Front Turn Signal
..................... 2357 NA
Rear Turn Signal and Taillamp ............. 2057
Engine Specifications
Displacement ......... 279 cubic inches (,4.565 cc)
Type
......................... 4.6 L DOHC V8
VIN Engine Code
SLS .................................... Y
STS .................................... 9
Horsepower
SLS ................... 275 (bhp) 0 5600 rpm
205 (kW) 0 5600 rpm
STS .................... 300 (bhp) @ 6000 rprn
224 (kW) 0 6000 rpm Torque
SLS .................. 300 (lb-ft) @ 4000 rpm
407 (N-rn) (n., 4000 rpm
STS .................. 29.5 ( 113-f’t I Cfa 4300 rprn
400 ( N.m 1 Cl: 4400 rpm
Firing Order ................... j...~..7-.~.-~-~-(~-fj -
Thermostat
Starts To Open . . 177- I8-tc F (8 1 -SS:’Cj
Capacities
Please refer to “Recommended F1 LI ids and
Lubricants” in your Maintenance Sched~rle bookie1
for more information.
Transaxle
(4T80-E) ............ 15 quarts ( 14.2 L)
Crankcase (Engine Oil with
Filter Change)
............. 7.0 quarts (6.62 L)
Engine Cooling System ....... 12.5 quarts ( 1 1.8 L)
Fuel Tank .................. 20 gallons (75.7 L)
R- 134a Refrigerant
............. 2.0 lbs. (0.9 1 kg)
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The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out
the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it\
in with your check,
money order,
or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.) \
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UNIT REPAIR MANUAL
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to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the
diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
OWNER’S INFORMATION
Owner publications are written directly for Owners and
intended to provide basic operational information about the
vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance
Schedule for
all models.
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specify year and model name of the vehicle.
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Keys
..........................................-
Labels
7-2
Certification ................................. 4-3 1
Service Parts Identification ..................... 6-54
Vehicle Identlfication Number
................... 6-54
Interior ..................................... 2-49
On Reminder ................................ 2-46
Panel ....................................... 2-49
Leaving Your Vehicle ............................. 2-7
Light Sensor. Twilight Sentinel
.................... 2-49
Air
Bag Readiness ....................... 1-22.2-75
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ............ 2-78 . 4-7
Brake System Warning
......................... 2-76
Charging System Indicator ...................... 2-76
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning ............. 2-79
Interior ..................................... 2-49
Parking Brake Indicator ........................ 2-77
Safety Belt Reminder
...................... 1-7.2-75
Service Engine Soon .......................... 2-80
Traction Control System Warning ............ 2-73, 4-9
Loading Your Vehicle
........................... 4-30
Tire-Loading
. Information ...................... 4-30
Lamps ........................................ 2-45
Underhood .................................. 6-10
Leaving
Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ....... 2-3 I
Lighter ....................................... 2-60
Lights
Oilpressure
................................. 2-82
Locks 2 -4
Anti-Lockout Feature I 3-*]
Automatic Door ............................... I '-5
Door ........................................_ 7-4
.........................................
..........................
Fuel Door Release ............................. 6-5
Programmable Automatic Door ................... 2-5
Rear Door Security
............................. 2-6
Trunk Release ................................ 2-13
hmbar Controls
................................ 1-2
Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts ............ 6-65
Maintenance. Underbody ......................... 6-52
1VIaintenance When Trailer Towing ................. 4-38
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
...................... 2-80
Matching Transmitters
To Your Vehicle ............. 2-11
MaxiFusesMelay Center
......................... 6-55
Memory and Personalization Features ............... 2-85
Memory Seat and Mirrors ......................... 1-3
POMT~DOO~
.................................. 2-5
Magnasteer '''1 ................................ 4-10
MapPocket
................................... 2-58
Methanol ....................................... 6-4
Mirrors .................................. 2-52.2-53
Convex Outside .............................. 2-57
Driver's Outside Auto-Dimming Rearview ......... 2-57
Illuminated Visor Vanity ....................... 2-61
Memory Seat and Mirrors
....................... 1-3
Power Remote Control
......................... 2-56
MMT ......................................... 6-3
Model Reference 11
Monitored Systems OK Message ................... 2-92
Mountain Roads
................................ 4-24
Multifunction Lever ............................. 2-37
Net, Convenience .............................. 2-59
Neutral . Automatic Transaxlc ..................... 2-26
New Vehicle "Break-In" ......................... 2-19
Nightvision
................................... 4-17
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Reclining Front Seatbacks ......................... 1-4
Reduced Engine Power Message ................... 2-92
Refrigerants. Air Conditioning
.................... 6-65
Confirmation
................................. 2-9
Fuel Door Release ............................. 6-5
Keyless Entry ................................. 2-7
Recall Memory ............................... 2- 10
Trunk Release
................................ 2- 13
Remove Key Message
........................... 2-92
Bulbs
...................................... 6-64
Normal Maintenance Parts ...................... 6-65
Wheel ...................................... 6-43
Replacing Safety Belts
........................... 1-43
Reporting Safety Defects
.................... 7- 12, 7-13
Remote
Replacement
Restraints
Checlung
................................... 1-43
Child
....................................... 1-33
Head
........................................ 1-6
Replacing Parts After a Crash ................... 1-43
Retained Accessory Power
........................ 2-21
Reverse, Automatic Transaxle
..................... 2-25
Right Front Passenger Position .................... 1-2 1
RKE Personalization Features ...................... 2-9
Roadside Service
................................ 7-5
Rocking Your Vehicle ........................... 5-38
Rotation, Tires
................................. 6-39
RKE
.......................................... 2-7
Safety Belt Extender
............................ 1-43
Safety Belts
.................................... 1-6 Adults
...................................... 1-12
Care
....................................... 6-49
Center Passenger Position
...................... 1-30
Children .................................... 1-31
Driver Position
............................... 1-12
Extender .................................... 1-43
How to Wear Properly ......................... 1-12
Incorrect Usage
.................... 1-16, 1-41, 1-42
Larger Children
.............................. 1-40
Questions and Answers
........................ 1-11
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
............ 1-27
Rear Seat Passengers
.......................... 1-27
Reminder Light
.......................... 1-7, 2-75
Replacing After a Crash ........................ 1-43
Right Front Passenger Position
.................. 1-21
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
................... 1-14
Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment
.............. 1-14
Use During Pregnancy
......................... 1-20
WhyTheyWork ............................... 1-8
Safety Chains .................................. 4-36
Safety Defects
. Reporting ................... 7- 12, 7- 13
Safety Warnings and Symbols
....................... xi
Seatback, Reclining Front
......................... 1-4
Heated ...................................... 1-4
Lumbar Control
............................... 1-2
Memory Function
.............................. 1-3
Power
....................................... l-2
Restraint Systems .............................. 1-1
Seat Controls
................................. 1-2
LapBelt
.................................... 1-30
Lap-Shoulder
........................... 1-12. 1-27
Smaller Children and Babies .................... 1-31
Seats Securing
a Child Restraint ............ 1-34, 1-36, 1-38

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Surge Tank Pressure Cap
......................... 6-24
Tachometer
.................................. 2-73
Taillamps.
Bulb Replacement ..................... 6-34
Tdpe Player Care
............................... 3-27
Telephone. Cellular
............................. 2-61
Tenlpemture Button. Passenger's Side ................ 3-2
Temperature Controls
............................. 3-2
Theft
......................................... 2-16
Theft-Deterrent Alarm System
.................... 2- 16
Theft Security Override
.......................... 2- 18
Third Gear . Automatic Transaxle ................... 2-27
Time. Setting the
............................... 3- 10
TireLoading ................................... 4-30
Tire-Loading Information Label
................... 4-30
Alignment and Balance
........................ 6-43
... Symbols. Vehicle ................................ x111
Theft System ProbledCar May Not Restart Message . . 2-95
Thermostat
.................................... 6-24
Tilt Steering Wheel ............................. - 7-36
Tires ......................................... 6-37
BuyingNew
................................. 6-41
Chains
..................................... 6-45
ChangingaFlat
.............................. 5-26
Cleaning
.................................... 6-52
Inflation
.................................... 6-38
Loading
.................................... 4-30
Pressure
.................................... 6-38
Traction
.................................... 6-42
Conlpact
Spare
............................... 5-36
Inspection and Rotation
........................ 6-39
Temperature
................................. 6-43
Treadwear ................................... 6-42
Uniform
Quality Grading ....................... 6-42
Wear Indicators
.............................. 6-40
Wheel Replacement ........................... 6-43
When
It's Time for New ....................... 6-40
Top Speed Fuel Cut-Off Message .................. 2-95
TopStrap
..................................... 1-34
TorqueLock
................................... 2-32
Torque . Wheel Nut ......................... 5-33.6-65
Towing a Trailer ................................ 4-32
Towing
Your Vehicle ............................. 5-9
Control System
................................ 4-9
Control System Warning Light .............. 2-78. 4-9
Engaged Message
............................. 2-95
Suspended Message
............................ 2-95
Driving on Grades ............................ 4-37
Driving with
................................. 4-36
Maintenance When Towing
..................... 4-38
Safety Chains
................................ 4-36
Tongue Weight ............................... 4-33
Total Weight on Tires .......................... 4-35
Towing ..................................... 4-32
Turn Slgnals
................................. 1-37
Trans
Fluid Reset Message ....................... 2-95
Transaxle Fluid
. Automatic ....................... 6-17
Transmission Hot Message
....................... 2-95
Traction
OffMessage
................................. 2-95
Ready Message .............................. 2-95
Trailer Brakes
..................................... 4-36
Hitches
..................................... 4-35
ParkingonHills
.............................. 4- 38
Weight
..................................... 4-34