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can
make wheel nuts become loose afkr 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 lo, to get all the rust or dirt off. (See “Changing a
Flat Til .’I in the Index.)
When It% Time for New Tires
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
2/32 inch
(1.6 mm) or less of
tread remaining.
You need a new tire if:
0 You can see the indicators at three places around the tire.
0 You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber.
0 The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show
0 The tire has a bump, bulge or split.
cord
or fabric.
The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that can’t be repaired
well because
of the size or location of the damage.
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Motors vehicles may vary
with respect to these grades, all such tires meet
General Motors performance standards and have been approved for use
on General Motors vehicles. All passenger type
(P Metric) tires must
conform to Federal safety requirements in addition
to these grades.
meel Alignment and Tire Balance
The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the
factory to give
you the longest tire life and best overall performance.
In most cases, you will not need to have your wheels aligned again.
However,
if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way
or the other,
the alignment may need to be reset. If you notice your
vehicle vibrating
when driving on a smooth road, your wheels may need
to be rebalanced.
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rusted. If wheel nuts
keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be
replaced. If the
wheel leaks air out, replace it (except some aluminum
wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your Cadillac dealer if any
of these conditions exist.
Your dealer
will know the kind of wheel you need.
Each new
wheel should have the same load carrying capacity, diameter,
width, offset, and be mounted the same way as the one
it replaces.
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts,
replace them only
with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you
will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for your
Cadillac model.
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If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or
replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion
material
to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. \
FOREIGNMATERIAL
Calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree
sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, and other
foreign matter can damage your vehicle’s finish
if they remain on painted
surfaces. Use cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces for these
stains.
FINISH DAiUAGE
Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be
repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop
into a major repair expense.
Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials
available from your dealer or other service outlets. Larger areas
of finish
damage can be corrected in your dealer’s body and paint shop.
UNDERBODYMMNTENANCE
Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on
the underbody.
If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can
occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and
exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection.
At least
every spring, flush these materials from the underbody with plain
water. Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect. Dirt
packed in closed areas
of the frame should be loosened before being
flushed. Your dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system can do this
for
you.
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front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if
you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also
appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the
certificates of title and registration.
Engine Identificution
The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code for your GM engine.
This code will help you identify your engine, specifications, and
replacement parts in this section.
SERWCE PARTS IDENTIFICATION LABEL
You’ll find this label on the spare tire cover. It’s very helpful if you ever
need to order parts. On
this label is:
Your VIN.
Its model designation.
A list of all production options and special equipment.
Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.
ADD-ON ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
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Don’t add ythlllg electrical to your Cadillac unless you chec’-
with
your aealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage
your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your
warranty. Some of it can just keep other things from working as
they should.
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PARTS
(4.6 LITER NORTHSTAR)
Air Cleaner Element ......................... AC Type Sl096C
................................................ 25096932
Battery
............................................. 78A-72
................................................. 1981590
Fuel Filter Element .......................... AC Type GF-580
................................................ 25121468
Engine Oil Filter
............................. AC Type PF-58
................................................ 25014377
PCV Valve ................................. AC Type CV-774C
................................................ 06487779
Spark Plugs
.................................. AC Type 41-900
Serpentine Drive
Belt ............................... 3530814
Surge Tank Cap
.............................. AC Type RC 33
................................................. 6410665
Thermostat
.................................. AC Type 131-66
................................................. 3531407
Upper Radiator Hose
............................... 3521504
Lower Radiator
Hose ............................... 3521505
Trans Screen Rt
. Scavenger .......................... 8679416
Trans Screen Lt
. Scavenger ........................... 8680700
Trans
Pan Screws (16) ............................... 8682650
TransPanGasket
................................... 8681197
................................................. 5614236
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!OWNER ASSTSTANCE
This section will explain how to contact Cadillac if you need assistance. It also tells you
how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects.
This section includes the following:
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Zone and Central Office Addresses Customer Assistance for HearindSpeech Impaired
MediatiodArbitration Program
Reporting Safety Defects
Product Service Publications
(PSPs)
Owner’s Manuals and Service Manuals
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROCEDURE
li Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac. Normally,
. my problems with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved
by your dealer’s Sales or Service Departments. Sometimes, how\
ever, despite the
best
intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur. If your concern has not been
resolved to
your satisfaction, the following steps should be taken:
STEP ONE- Discuss your problem with a member of dealership management.
Satisfaction can often be quickly obtained at that level. If the matter has already been
reviewed with
the Sales, Service or Parts Manager, contact the General Manager or
owner of the dealership.
r STEP TWO -If after contacting a member of Dealership Management, it appears
your problem cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the
Cadillac Consumer Relations Center
24 hours per day by calling 1-800458-8006 or
In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa by calling
1 1-800-263-3777 (ENGLISH). In Quebec, the French language mhumber is
In Mexico, call 1-900-254-1746, In Puerto Rico, U.S. virgin Islands, call
1-809-763-1315.
In all other overseas locations, contact GM International Export
Sales
in Canada by calling 14164444112.
r if you have an Allant6 call 1-800-ALLANT& i
1-800-263-7854.
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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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How The Air Bag System Works ....................... 29
How
To Operate Your Sound System .................. 153
Hydroplaning ...................................... 192
How
To Obtain Roadside Service ........ See Roadside Serv .
How To Use This Manual .............................. 1
How
To Wear Safety Belts Properly ..................... 19
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Ice. If You’re Stuck In ............................... 256
Identification Label. Service Parts ..................... 326
Identification Number. Vehicle ....................... 325
Idling Your Engine .................................. 92
If A Tire Goes Flat ................................. 246
Ignition Key Positions ................................ 75
Illuminated Entry System ............................. 66
Indicator. Bulbs For Turn Signal ...................... 334
Indicators. Warning. On Instrument Panel .............. 123
Infant Restraint ..................................... 44
Inflatable Restraint Light ............................. 28
Inflation. Tire Pressure .............................. 306
Information Center. Driver .......................... 132
Information System On Instrument Panel .............. 123
Inside Mirrors (Manual) ............................. 111
Inspection. Tire .................................... 308
Instrument Panel ................................... 120
Instrument Panel Warning Lights ..................... 123
Interior Cleaning ................................... 316
Interior Lights ..................................... 108
Introduction .............. See Front of Owner Info . Manual
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Jacking And Removing Flat Tire ...................... 247
Jump Starting ...................................... 221
K
Keys .............................................. 62
Keys. Ignition ....................................... 75
Keyless Entry. Remote ............................... 66
Kilometer Indicator ................................ 122
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