1993 CADILLAC ELDORADO lock

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ACC: Accessory lets you use things like the radio and the windshield
wipers when the engine
is off. To get into “ACC”, push in the key and turn
it toward you. Your steering wheel will remain locked, just
as it was
before you inserted the key.
OFF This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering
wheel. It doesn’t lock the steering wheel like
“Lock.” Use “Off” if you
must have your car in motion while the engine is off (for example, if your
car
is being pushed).
RUN: This
is the position for driving.
START
This starts your engine.
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NOTICE:
If your key seems stuck in ‘ xk and you can’t turn it, be sure
it
is all the way in. If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and
right while
you turn the key hard. But turn the key only with
your hand. Using
a tool to force it could break the key or the
ignition swi’
’1. If none of this w--ks, then your vehicle 3
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STARTING YOUR ENGINE
Engines start differently. The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification
Number
(VIN) shows the code letter or number for your engine. You will
find the VIN at the top left
of your instrument panel. (See “Vehicle
Identification Number” in the Index.) Follow the proper steps to start the
engine.
Move your shift lever to
“P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral). Your engine won’t
start in any other position
-- that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re
already moving, use “N” (Neutral) only.
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Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in yo1
vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you cod
change the
way the fuel injection system operates. Before
adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer,
If you
don’t, your engine might not perform properly.
If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this
Manual that tells
how to do it without damaging your vehicle.
See “Tnwing Your Vehicle” in the Index.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (OPTION)
In very cold weather, 0” F (-1 8 C) or colder, the engine block heater can
help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel econonly during engine
warm-up.
To use the block heater:
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.
3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 1 10-volt outlet.
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electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could
the cord into
a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt outlet. If
the cord won’t reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension
cord rated for at least
15 amps.
I overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug
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After you’ve’.ts&d’h& bioch ~deater, be sure to store the cord as it
was before, to keep it away frop ltlcrvin 3tlgi-e marts. If you:
I don’t, it could be damaged. I
How long should you keep the
block heater plugged in? The answer
depends on the weather, the kind
of oil you have, and some other things.
Instead
of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact a Cadillac
dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can
give you the best advice
for that particular area.
DRn’lNG THROUGH DEEP STANDING
WATER
NOTICE:
If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water,
water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly
damage your engine.
If you can’t avoid deep puddles or standing
water, drive through them very slowly.
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Your automatic transaxle may have either a shift lever located on the
steering column or
on the console between the seats.
There are
P.....
R ....
N ....
03 ....
3 .....
2 .....
1 .....
several different positions for your shift lever.
................................................ Park
............................................. Reverse
............................................. Neutral
........................................... Overdrive
........................................ SecondGear
........................................... FirstGear
................................... Third Gear (Drive)
P (Park)
This locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you
start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily.
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Don’t I enicle when the engine is runnmg unles
have
to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle ca
move suddenly.
You or others could be injured. To be sure
vehicle won’t move, when you’re on
fairly level ground, alw
set your parking brake and move the shift lever to
“P” (Par
See “ snifting Into “P” (Park)” in the Index. 11 you are par
L a hill, or if you’re pulling a trailer, also see“Parking o
or “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.
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Ensure the shift lever is fully in “P” (Park) range before starting the
engine. Your Cadillac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to
fully apply your regular brakes before
you can shift from “P” (Park)
when the ignition key is in the “Run” position.
If you cannot shift out of
“P” (Park), ease pressure on the shift lever - push the shift lever all the
way into “P” (Park) and also release the shift lever button on floor shift
console models as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift
lever into the gear you wish. (Press the shift lever button before moving
the shift lever
on floor shift console models.) See “Shifting Out of ‘P’
(Park)” in this part.
R (Reverse)
Use this gear to back up.
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2. Move the shift lever into “P” (Park) position like this:
Pull the lever
toward you.
Move the lever
up as far as it
will
go.
3. With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down, set the
4. Move the ignition key to “Lock.”
parking brake.
5. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can walk away from your
vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in
“P”
(Park).
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1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot.
2. Move the shift lever into “P” (Park) position like this:
0 Hold in the button on the lever, and push the lever all the way
toward the front
of your vehicle.
3. With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down, set the
parking brake.
4. Move the ignition key to “Lock.”
5. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can walk away from your
vehicle with the ignition key
in your hand, your vehicle is in “P”
(Park).
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It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine ---.* . ’
running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is .- : :->=:I
not fully in “P” (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. And, i -
-”I leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat
and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Don’A
yo1 vehicle with the engine running unlc , you ha I
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If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your
vehicle is
in “P7, (Park) and your parking brake is firmly set before you
leave
it. After you’ve moved the shift lever into the “P” (Park) position,
hold the regular brake pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shift
lever away from “P” (Park) without first pulling
it toward you (or, if you
have the console shift lever, without first pushing the button). If you can,
it means that the shift lever wasn’t
fully locked into “P7, (Park).
SHIFTING OUT OF “P” (PARK)
Your Cadillac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully
apply your regular brake before you can shift from
“P7’ (Park) when the
ignition is
in the “Run” position. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index.
If you cannot shift
out of “P” (Park), ease pressure on the shift lever --
push the shift lever all the way into “P” (Park) and also release the shift
lever button
on floor shift console models as you maintain brake
application. Then move
the shift lever into the gear you wish. (Press the
shift lever button before moving the shift lever.)
If you ever hold the
brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of “P” (Park), try this:
1. Turn the key to “Off.” Open and close the driver’s door to turn off the
2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4.
3. Shift to “N” (Neutral).
Retained
Accessory Power feature.
4. Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want.
5. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can.