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other than DEXRON@-IIE is not covered by your
new vehicle warranty.
After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as described under “How to
Check.”
When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in all
How To Reset Transaxle Fluid Change Indicator: (4.6 Liter Northstar)
Your vehicle is equipped with
a transaxle fluid change indicator. A
“CHANGE
TRANS FLUID’’ message will display on the Information
Center when the power train computer determines that the transaxle
fluid needs to be changed or at each 100,000 miles (160,000
km) interval,
whichever occurs first. When this message appears, change the transaxle
fluid and reset
the transaxle fluid life indicator as follows:
the
way.
0 Turn the key “ON” with the engine stopped.
Press and hold the “OFF” and “REAR DEFOG” buttons on the
climate control simultaneously until the
“TRANS FLUID RESET”
message appears
in the Information Center (between 5 and 20
seconds).
ENGINE COOLANT
The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when
it
is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see “Engine
Overheating” in the Index.
The proper coolant for your Cadillac will:
Give freezing protection down to -34” F (-37” C) .
0 Give boiling protection up to 262OF (128O C) .
0 Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Let the warning lights work as they should.
What to Use:
Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half
antifreeze that meets “GM Specification 1825-M,” which won’t damage
aluminum parts. You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to
GM
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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
If you
CAUTION:
have too much brake fluid, it can spill on the engine. The
fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough.
You or others could
be burned, and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid
only when work
is done on the brake hydraulic system.
When your brake fluid falls to a low level, the “CHECK BRAKE
FLUID” message will display on the Driver Information Center and your
brake warning light will come on. See “Brake System Warning Light” in
the Index.
To Check Brake Fluid - 4.9 Liter:
Remove the cap.
The fluid level must be
to the
“MAX FILE
line at the base of the
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You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the
indicators on the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid levels should be above
“MIN.” If they aren’t, have your brake system checked to see if there is a
leak.
After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the level is
above
“MIN” and or slightly below or at the “MAX” indicator.
What to Add:
When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- such as
Delco Supreme
1 la (GM Part No.1052535). Use new brake. fluid from a
sealed container only.
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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.
Power 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 CHMT
DESCRIPTION BULB NO.
Ash Tray Illumination .................................. 1445
Backup Lights.
........................................ 2057
Courtesy Reading Light
................................. 168
FogLight .............................................. 886
Glove Compartment Light ............................... 194
Headlights Composite -Inner High Beam
................................ 9005 HB3
-Outer
Low Beam ................................ 9006 HB4
-ExportBulb........................................... H4
Illumination Entry
Lock Lamp ............................ 192
Instrument Panel Illumination
............................ 194
Instrument
Panel Telltales ................................ 194
Cornering Light
................................... 1156
DC7
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SERVICE PUBLICATIONS
Informationonhow to obtain Produet Service Publ&iti~, subscriptions, Indexes and
summaries as describedbelow is applicable only in the fifty US. states (and the District
fo Columbia) and only for cars
and light lrucks with GVWR less than 10,OOO pounds
(4 536 kg).
In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins and Indexes can be
obtained by writing to: General Motors of Canada Limited, Service Publications
Department,
1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7.
Cadillac regularly sends its dealers useful service bulletins about Cadillac products.
Cadillac monitors product performance in the field. We
then prepare bulletins for
servicing our products better, Now, you can get these bulletins too.
Bulletins cover various subjects. Some pertain to the proper use and care of your
vehicle. Some describe costly repairs. Others describe inexpensiv\
e repairs which,
if
done on time with the latest parts, may avoid future costly repairs. Some bulletins tell a
technician how
to repair a new or unexpected condition. Others describe a quicker way
to
fix your vehicle. They can help a technician service your vehicle better.
Most bulletins apply to conditions affecting a small number of vehicles Your Cadillac
dealership
or a qualified technician may have to determine if a specific bulletin applies
to your vehicle.
You can subscribe
to all Cadillac bulletins. This way you’ll get them as they come out.
You can wait a while and get an index to
the bulletins. You can also get individual
bulletins. However, you’ll need the index to identify
them.
Subscriptions
You can subscribe to all Cadillac Product Service Publications (PSPs). This will include
bulletins for
dl cars sold by Cadillac and will not be limited to PSPs applicable to any
particular model. When you buy a subscription, you will receive the PSPs in periodic
mailings shortly aftex they come out. A subscription costs $100.00 U.S. ($110.00
including a special binder) and it entitles you to all PSPs published by Cadillac during
that model year. You can purchases a subscription by sending a\
check or money order
to
Cadillac Service Publications, Post Office Box 07130, Detroit, Michigan 48027, along
with
the order form located on page 15. Your may get additions subscription ordering
forms by calling the toll-free number shown in this section or your can find them at
participating dealerships.
Individual PSPs
If you don’t want to buy all the PSPs issued by Cadillac for all models in the mo\
del year,
you can buy individual PSPs such
as those which may pertain to a particular model. To
do this, you will fit need to see our index of PSPs. It provides a variety of information.
Here’s what you’ll
find in the index and how you can get one.

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Camper. %wing A .................................. 211
Capacities. Fluid ................................... 349
Carbon Monoxide In Exhaust ...................... 91. 209
Cassette ’Iiipe Player. Care Of Your ................... 160
Cassette %pe Systems .............................. 156
Cautions. Safety ...................................... 1
CB Radio. Adding A ............................. 152. 326
Cellular Telephone. Adding A ..................... 152. 326
Center Console ..................................... 70
Center Mounted High Stop Lamp Bulb. Replace ........ 298
Central Door Unlocking System ....................... 66
Chains. Tire ....................................... 314
Change The Oil. When To ........................... 273
Changing A Flat Tire ............................... 247
Charge Light. Battery ............................... 127
Chassis Lubrication ................. See Maint . Book. p.18
Checking The Brake Fluid
.............................. 290. 291
The Engine Oil Level ............................ 268
The Power Steering Fluid ......................... 285
The ’Ransaxle Huid .............................. 277
Things Under The Hood .......................... 264
Your Restraint Systems ............................ 60
Your Safety Belt Systems ........................... 60
Checks. Service Station ............... See Maint . Book. p.8
Chemical Paint Spotting
............................. 323
Child Restraint. Securing ............................. 47
Child Restraints ..................................... 44
Children And Safety Belts ............................ 41
Cigarette Lighter ................................... 118
CircuitBreakers ................................... 327
City Driving ....................................... 196
Cleaner. Air ....................................... 275
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
............................... 321
Fabric .......................................... 316
Glass .......................................... 319
Viiyl or Leather ................................. 318
Safety Belts ..................................... 319
The Inside Of Your Cadillac ....................... 316
The Outside Of Your Cadillac ..................... 320
The Power Antenna .............................. 161
The Top of the Instrument Panel ................... 319
The Underbody Of Your Car ...................... 322
The Windshield and Wiper Blades .................. 320
Weatherstrips ................................... 321
Clock. Setting The .................................. 160

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Label. Fluid Usage ................................. 265
Lane Change Indicator
............................... 96
Lap Belt
........................................... 39
Larger Children and Safety Belts
....................... 56
Leaking.
Of Exhaust Into Your Car .................. 91. 209
Leather. Cleaning
.................................. 318
Light.
Air Bag . System ................................ 28
Lamp Housings
.................................... 294
Lap-Shoulder Belt
................................... 20
Leaving Your Vehicle
................................ 66
Light. Battery Charge
............................... 127
Light. Security
...................................... 73
Light. Safety Belt Reminder
......................... 12. 19
Light. Service Engine Soon
.......................... 126
Light. Engine Oil
................................... 128
Light. Engine Temp
................................. 126
Light. Turn Signal Indicator
........................... 96
Libt. Underhood
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Lig Lig
Lig
Lig
Lig
Lig
LO;
Lo;
Iter. Cigarette ..................................
Its ............................................
Its. Battery Charge ..............................
Its. Fog (ETC) ..................................
Its. Interior .....................................
Its. Operation of ................................
Its. Reading ....................................
Its. Tkaffic ......................................
lding .. Tires ....................................
.ding Your Vehicle ...............................
Its. Warning. On Instrument Panel .................
109
118
106
127
108
108
107
110
170
123
303
303
Log. 0;erating Record
.............. See Maint . Book. p.44
Long Distance Driving
.............................. 199
Loss
Of Control .................................... 187
Low Battery. What To Do About
A .................... 221
Low Oil Pressure. Warning Light For
.................. 128
Lubricants. Recommended
........... See Maint . Book. p.38
Lumbar Control Switch
............................... 9
Maintenance
...................... See Maintenance Book
A Word About
................... See Maint . Book. p.2
Coupons ........................ See Maint . Book. All
Explanation
of Services .... See Maint . Book. p.18,20,22,24
Oil Change ...................... See Maint . Book. p.2
Owner Checks
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Overdrive. Automatic ................................ 82
Overheated Engine. Warning Light For ................ 126
Owner Checks & Services ............ See Maint . Book, p.26
P
“PYy (Park) Position .................................. 80
Park Position ....................................... 80
Park, Shifting Into
................................... 86
Park, Shifting Out Of ................................ 89
Parking Brake ...................................... 84
Parking Downhill ................................... 204
Parking On Hills ................................... 203
Parking Over Things That Burn ........................ 90
Parking Ukhill ..................................... 204
Paint Spotting. Chemical ............................ 323
PASS Key (Personalized Automotive Security Sys) ...... 74
Passing Another Vehicle ............................. 186
Pavement Markings ................................. 171
Perception Time. In Braking ......................... 177
Possible Damage to Your Cadillac. Notices About ......... 2
Possible Injury Tb People. Cautions About ................ 1
Antenna. Cleaning The ........................... 161
Pedal Travel. Brake ................................. 182
Polishing and Waxing ............................... 321
Power
Door Lucks
...................................... 65
Seat Controls ..................................... 6
Steering ........................................ 182
Steering Fluid ................................... 285
Windows ........................................ 93
Problems On The Road ............................. 218
Product Sew . Publications ............ See Owner Assistance
Proper Safety Belt Usage. For Adults
................... 19
pull Down System. ’Runk ............................. 71
Pregnancy. Use Of Safety Belts During ................. 33
“R” (Reverse) Gear Position .......................... 81
Racing. Shifting When Your Engine Is .................. 82
Radiator Overheating ............................... 236
Radiator Pressure Cap .............................. 284
Radio. Wo.Way. Adding A ....................... 155326
Radio Systems ..................................... 150
Rain. Driving In .................................... 191
Reaction Time. In Braking ........................... 177
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