1993 CADILLAC DEVILLE service

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Few automobiles are fortunate enough to have the rich
heritage that is Cadillace The name Cadiflac is appropriately
that of Antoine de La Mothe Cadillac, the French military
commander who founded the city of Detroit in 1701. What
better name for the oldest automobile manufacturer in Detroit.
Henry M. Leland, known as the
master of precision, initiated his pre-
cision 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 Club
of England
awarded the pres-
to Cadillac twice
. . .
first in 1908 for achieving
perfect interchangeability
of parts and again in
1912
for introducing the elec-
tric self starter, electric
lighting and ignition
system.
Cadillac is the only
American manufacturer
the first four cylinder en- to win this honor and
the
gine in 1905 led the industry and only manufacturer in the world to win
enabled Cadillacs to travel at speeds
up to
50 mph.
For attention to quality and in-
novation, the Royal Automobile
it twice. As commonplace as stan-
dardized parts are today, in
1908 parts
were still individually hand fitted
both in production and service.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine . Jtandardization opened the eyes of
the industrial world and was the cor-
ner-sone
of modern
production. From this achievement
evolved the reference to Cadillac as
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“Standard of the World:’
In
1909 Cadillac was purchased
by the then new General Motors
Corporation. Convenience, clean- liness and all-weather comfort were
greatly enhanced in
1910 when Cad-
illac became the first manufacturer
to offer closed bodies as standard
equipment. “The Penalty of Leadership”
first appeared in the January
2, 1915
issue of The Saturdav Evening. Post
as an expression of the Cadillac com-
mitment to leadership, quality, and
innovation.
It is widely regarded as
one
of the finest documents ever
written and was published following
the introduction of the first produc-
tion
V8 engine. The V8 was stan-
dard in all
1915 model Cadillacs.
Many Cadillac “firsts” have fol-
lowed over the years, including the
synchro-mech clashless transmis-
sion,
a nation-wide comprehensive
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service policy, security plate
chrome plating and the first glass,
car to
be designed
by a stylist (1927 La-
Salle/Harley Earl). The ’30s wit-
nessed production of the smooth and
quiet V12 and
The crisp, contemporary lines
or the
1938 60 Special series ushered in a
new era in styling.
During World War
11, shortly
after Pearl Harbor, Cadillac discon-
tinued car production for the first
time since
1902 in order to construct
light tanks, combat vehicles and internal parts for Allison
V 1710 en-
gines. Two Cadillac
V8 engines and
Hydra-Matic transmissions were
used in each tank.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine This Cadillac Manual is divided into major sections.
Introduction - How to use this Manual ..................... - 1m
This section tells you how to use your Manual and includes
Safety and Vehicle Damage Warnings and Symbols
Section 1 - Seats and Safety Belts .........................
This section tells you how to use your seats and safety
belts properly.
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Section 2 - Features and Controls ........................
This section explains how to start and operate your Cadillac.
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Section 3 = Comfort Controls and Audio Systems .......... 137
This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and
comfort controls and how to operate your Sound System.
Section 4 - Your Driving and the Road ................... 166
Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the
road and
how to drive under different conditions.
Section 5 - Problems on the Road ....................... 224
This section tells you what to do if you have a problem
while driving, such as a flat tire, or engine overheating.
Section 6 - Service and Appearance Care ................. 260
Here the manual tells you how to keep your Cadillac
running properly and looking good.
For more information on “Reporting Safety Defects”, see Owner
Assistance, Page
6.
Second Edition

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine THE 1993 DE VILLE LITERATURE
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Please keep this literature in your Cadillac, so it will be there if you ever
need it when you’re on the road.
If you sell the vehicle, please leave this
book in it so the new owner can use it.
FOR CmmW OWERS WHO PREFER A FRENCH
LANGUAGE MANU%!,:
Aux proprietaires canadiens: Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire
de
ce guide en franqais chez votre concessionaire ou au DGN Marketing
Services Ltd.,
1500 Bonhill Rd., Mississauga, Ontario L5T lC7.
This literature includes the latest information at the time it was printed.
We reserve the right to make changes
in the product after that time
without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the
name “General Motors
of Canada Limited’’ for Cadillac Motor Car
Division whenever it appears in this literature.
GENERAL MOTORS, GM and the GM Emblem, CADILLAC, and the
CADILLAC Emblem are registered trademarks of General Motors
Corporation.
0 Copyright General Motors Corporation 1992. All Rights Reserved.
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A CAUTION:
Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye.
If yoii’re too close to an inflating air bag, it could seriously
injure
you. Safety belts help keep you in position for an air bag
inflation in a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with an
air bag, and sit as
far back as you can while still maintaining
control
of your vehicle,
Air Bag System Light
There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows
“Inflatable Restraint”. The system checks itself and the light tells you if
there
is a problem.
You will see this light
flash for a
few seconds
when you turn your
ignition to
“Run” or
“Start.” Then the light
should
go out, which
means the system
is
ready.
A CAUTION:
If the air bag readiness light doesn’t come on when you start
your vehicle, or stays on, or comes on when you are driving, your
air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle
serviced right
away.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine @ Don’t attach anything to the steering wheel pad. It might
injure the driver if the air bag inflates.
The air bag is designed to inflate only once. After it inflates,
you’ll need some new parts
for your air bag system. If you
don’t get them, the air bag system won’t be there to help
protect you in another crash.
A new system will include the
air bag module and possibly other parts. The service manual
has information about the need to replace other parts.
Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system.
Improper service can mean that your air bag system won’t
work properly. See your dealer for sewice.
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Sewicing Your Cadillac with the Air Bag System
Please tell or remind anyone who works on your Cadillac that it has the c)
air bag system. There are parts of the air bag system in several places
around your vehicle.
You don’t want the system to inflate while someone
is working on your vehicle. The air bag system does not need regular
maintenance. Your Cadillac dealer and the
1993 Cadillac Service Manual
have information about the air bag system, including repair or disposal.
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A CAUTION:
For up to 2 minutes after the ignition key is turned off and the
battery disconnected, an
air bag can still inflate during
improper service. You
can be injured if you are close to an air
bag when it inflates.
Be sure to follow the proper service
procedures.
When electrical work is
done under the hood or inside your vehicle, the
ignition should be in “Lock” if possible.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Should interference to this system occur, try this:
0 Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the
instructions on battery replacement.
0 Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. This
0 Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the
product has
a maximum range.
signal.
See your Cadillac dealer or a qualified technician for service.
Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized
service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
Operation
The driver’s door will unlock automatically when “UNLOCK” is pressed.
If “UNLOCK” is pressed twice, all doors will unlock. All doors will lock
when “DOOR” is pressed. The trunk will unlock
when the opened trunk -
symbol is pressed.
The Keyless Entry System allows a transmitter to be matched to as many
different vehicles as you own with this system. Each vehicle can
have only
two transmitters matched to it.
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The transmitter will arm the Theft Deterrent System whenever the doors
are closed and
you push the DOOR button. It will disarm the system
when you push the UNLOCK button.
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If your Cadillac is equipped with the Illuminated Entry System, you can
make it
work by pushing any button on the transmitter. The lights will
stay on for
20 seconds.
Matching Transmitter (s) To Your Vehicle
Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter mom
unlocking your vehicle.
If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement --
can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring the remaining
transmitter with
you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer
matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, the remaining
transmitter must also be matched. Once the new transmitter is coded, the
lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine - the key from the ignition. PASS-Key TM uses a resistor pellet in the
ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle.
When the PASS-Key
11 TM system senses that someone is using the wrong
I_ key, it shuts down the vehicle’s starter and fuel systems. For about three
minutes, the starter won’t work and fuel won’t go to the engine. If
someone tries to start your vehicle again or uses another key during this
.- time, the vehicle will not start. This discourages someone from randomly
trying different keys with different resistor pellets
in an attempt to make a
match.
~ ~ .~ The ignition key must be clean and dry before it’s inserted in the ignition
or the engine may not start. If the engine does not start and the
“SECURITY” light comes on, the key may be dirty
or wet. Turn the
ignition
off.
Clean and dry the key. Wait about three minutes and try again. The
security light will remain on during this time. If the starter still won’t
and try the other ignition key. At this time, you may also want
to check
the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers”
in the Index). If the starter
won’t work with the other key, your vehicle needs service.
If your vehicle
does start, the first ignition key may be faulty. See your Cadillac dealer or
a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key I1
TM .
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~ work, and the key appears to be clean and dry, wait about three minutes
If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet,
the starter won’t work and the security light
will flash. But you don’t have
to wait three minutes before trying one
of the other ignition keys.
~- See your Cadillac dealer or a locksmith who can service the Pass-Key I1 TM
to have a new key made.
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If you’re ever driving and the “SECURITY” light comes on and stays on,
~- you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key I1 TM
system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced by your
Cadillac dealer. Your vehicle is
not protected by the PASS-Key I1 TM system.
while the security light stays
on as described. So you should service your
vehicle as soon as possible.
If you lose or damage a PASS-Key I1
TM ignition key, see your Cadillac
dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key I1
TM to have a new key
made.
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