tow CADILLAC SEVILLE 1997 4.G Service Manual

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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.)
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
1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or
less
of tread remaining.
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You need a new tire ifzany of the following statements
are true:
You can see the indicators at three or more places
a You can see cord or fabric showing through the
0 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
around the tire.
tire’s rubber.
can’t
be repaired well because of the size or location
of the damage.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose
dirt. Wipe vinyl or leather with
a clean, damp cloth.
Your Cadillac dealer has two cleaners,
a solvent-type
spot lifter and
a foam-type powdered cleaner. They
will clean normal spots and stains very well.
Do not
use them on vinyl or leather.
Here are some cleaning tips:
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Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.
Clean
up stains as soon as you can -- before they set.
Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a
clean area often. A soft brush may be used if
stains are stubborn.
Use solvent-type cleaners
in a well-ventilated area
only. If you use them, don’t saturate the stained area.
If a ring forms after spot cleaning, clean the entire
area immediately or it will set.
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Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt.
Always clean
a whole trim panel or section. Mask
surrounding trim along stitch
or welt lines.
Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the
directions
on the container label.
Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge. Don’t
saturate the material and don’t
rub it roughly.
As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge
to remove the suds.
Rinse the section
with a clean, wet sponge.
Wipe
off what’s left with a slightly damp paper towel
or cloth.
Dry it immediately with
a blow dryer.
Wipe with a clean cloth.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all.
Some spots and stains will clean off better with
just
water and mild soap.
If
you need to use a solvent:
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Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with
a clean, dull knife or scraper.
Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths
(preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the
outside
of the stain, “feathering” toward the center.
Keep changing to a clean section of the cloth.
When you clean a stain from fabric, immediately
dry the area with a blow dryer
to help prevent a
cleaning ring.
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Stains caused by grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe
polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic
creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt can
be removed as follows:
1. Carefully scrape off excess stain.
2. Follow the solvent-type instructions described earlier.
Shoe polish,
wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain if left
on a vehicle’s seat fabric. They should be removed as
soon as possible. Be careful, because the cleaner will
dissolve them and may cause them to spread,
Noal-Greasy Staimas
Stains caused by catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, huh
juice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and blood can
be removed as follows:
1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the
soiled area with cool water.
2. If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions
described earlier.
3. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine,
treat
the area with a watedbaking soda solution:
1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml)
of lukewarm water.
4. If needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the
speaker won’t be damaged. Some spots and stains will
clean off better with just water
and mild soap. If
something gets
on one of them and you need to use a
solvent, follow these steps:
1. Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with
a clean, duIl knife or scrape::
2. Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths
(preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the
outside
of the stain, “feathering” toward the center.
3. Keep changing to a clean section of the cloth.
4. When you clean a stain from fabric, immediately
dry the area with a blow dryer to help prevent a
cleaning ring.
are of Safety Belts
Keep belts clean and dry.
Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it
may severely weaken them. In a crash, they
might not be able to provide adequate protection.
Clean safety belts only with mild soap and
lukewarnl water.
Glass Surfaces
Glass should be cleaned often. CM Glass Cleaner (GM
Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner
will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on
interior glass.
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.

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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Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Cadillac
by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the
paint finish.
You can get GM-approved cleaning
products from your dealer. (See ”Appearance Care
and Materials”
in the Index.)
Your Cadillac has a “basecoat/dearcoat” paint finish.
The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the
colored basecoat. Always
use. waxes and polishes
that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoatklearcoat
paint
finish.
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Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on
a basecoatklearcoat paint finish may dull the
finish
or leave swirl marks.
Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other
salts, ice melting agents, road
oil and tar, tree sap, bird
droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc.,
can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on
painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible.
If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked
safe for painted surfaces
to remove foreign matter.
Exterior painted
surhces arc subject to aging, weather
and chemical
fallout that GIII td;c heir toll over a period
of years. You can help to kccp the pinl I‘inish looking
new by keeping
your- Cxlill;tc y~qcd or L.o\’ered
whenever possible.
Keep your wheels
clean usin: :l wl’l clcan (:loth with
mild soap and water.
Rime with clran water-. After
rinsing thoroughly.
dry with a soft clean towel. A wax
may then be applied.
The surface
of these wheels is similar to the painted
surface of your vehicle. Don’t
use strong sc~aps.
chemicals, abrasive polishes. abrasive cleaners or
abrasive cleaning brushes
on them because you could
damage the surface.
You may use chrome polish on
chrome wheels, but avoid any painted surface of the
wheel, and buff
off immediately after application.
Don’t take your vehicle through
an automatic car wash
that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes. These
brushes can also damage
the surface of these wheels.

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Cadiliac's exceptional Roadside Service is more than an
auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac
owner
with the advantage of' contacting a Cadillac
advisor and. when appropriate, a Cadillac trained dealer
teclmician
wim can provide on-site service. Each technician travels with
a specially equipped
service vehicle complete with the necessary Cadillac
parts and tools required
to handle most roadside repairs.
Cadillac Roadside Service can be reached by dialing
1-800-882- 1 112.24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
This service is provided at no charge for any
warranty-covered situation and
for a nominal charge
if the Cadillac is no longer under warranty. Roadside
Service is available
only in the United States
and Canada.
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Roadside Service provides several Cadillac
Owner Privileges
'"' at "no charge," throughout
your
1997 Cudilbac Wurr-crnh. Period -- 48 Months/
50,000 miles (80 000 km).

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following situations:
@ Towing Service
Battery Jump Starting
Lock Out Assistance
0 Fuel Delivery
Flat Tire Change (Covers change only)
Trip Interruption -- If your trip is interrupted due
to
a warranty failure, incidental expenses may be
reimbursed during the
48 months/50,000 miles
(80 000 km) warranty period. Items covered are
hotel, meals and rental car.

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Wherever you drive in the United States or Canada,
an advisor is available to assist you over the phone.
A dealer technician, if available, can travel to your
location within a
30 rnile (50 Ism) radius, of a
participating Cadillac dealership. If beyond this radius,
we will arrange to have your car towed to the nearest
Cadillac dealership.
Dial the toll-free Roadside Service number:
1-800-882-
11 12. An experienced Roadside
Service Advisor will assist you and request the
following information:
A description of the problem
Name, home address, home telephone number
0 Location of your Cadillac and number you are
@ The model year, Vehicle Identification Number
calling
from
(VIN), mileage and date of delivery Roadside Service
is prepared to assist owners who have
hearing difficulties or are speech impaired. Cadillac has
installed special telecommunication devices called Text
Telephone (TTY) in the Roadside Service Center.
Any customer who has access to a
(TTY) or a
conventional teletypewriter can communicate with
Cadillac by dialing from the United States or Canada
1-800-833-CMCC
-- daily, 24 hours.
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