1993 CADILLAC SEVILLE Automatic

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introduced
the
which set the trend in autonlotive
styling for nearly
two decades. This
was followed by the 1949 model with
the two door hardtop Coupe DeVille
and
the modern overhead valve,
high compression
V8 engine.
Engineering innovations, con-
veniences and styling dominated the
'50s and '60s. Cruise control, auto-
matic climate control,
tilt and
telescoping steering wheels, twilight
sentinel and four door hard tops all
debuted in these years. In
1957 the
Eldorado Brougham featured ad-
vances such as air suspension, mem-
ory seat, automatic electric door
locks, transistor radio,
a brushed stainless steel
roof and
low profile
tires.
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1953, was redesigned for 1967 as the
first front wheel drive personal lux-
ury car.
The 472 cu. in. V8 engine
used in all Cadillacs in
1968 and
1969 was enlarged to 500 cu. in. for
all 1970 Eldorados.
An Air Cushion Restraint Sys-
tem (airbag) was available for 1974,
1975 and
1976 Cadillacs.
Analog Electronic Fuel Injec-
tion was available, on
1975 Cadillacs
and was standard on the new inter-
national size
7976 Seville. In 1978,
the Trip Computer option incor-
porated an on-board microprocessor.
1957 Eldorado Brougham

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into the '90s as Cadillac became the
first automobile manufacturer
to be
awarded the prestigious Malcolm
Baldrige National
Quality Award.
The 1992 Seville STS is the first
car ever to win all three major auto-
motive awards: Car
of the Year,
Motor Trend; Ten Best List, Car
&
Driver; Car of the Year, Automobile
Magazine.
A 1993 Cadillac Allant6 in stock
technical configuration, was selected
as the pace car for the 76th Indianap-
olis
500. The demanding pace car
performance and handling require-
ments were met because
of such
advanced systems as the
32 valve,
dual overhead camshaft, Northstar
4.6 liter V8 engine, 4t80 E electroni-
cally controlled automatic transaxle,
road sensing suspension, speed sen-
sitive steering, antilock brakes and
traction control.
For more
than nine decades
Cadillac has been a leader in quality
and technical innovation.
Now more
than ever, substance takes shape

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine higher temperature. To prevent uncomfortable overheating of the seats,
the heating elements are thermostatically regulated to automatica\
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maintain the temperature at the selected setting.
A telltale light in the
control switch reminds you that the heating system is in use. To preserve
the battery, the heated seats can only be used when
the ignition is turned
on, and are deactivated when the ignition is turned off.
Head Restraints
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Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is
closest to the top of your ears.
This position reduces the chance
of a neck injury in a crash. The head
restraints tilt forward and rearward also.
SAFETYBELTS: THEY’RE FOR EKERYONE
This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also
tells you some things you should not do with safety
belts.
And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint, or “air bag”
system.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Automatic Door Locks (Option)
Just close your doors, turn on the ignition and make sure the interior
courtesy lights are switched off. Every time you move your shift lever out
of “P” (Park) all of the doors will lock. And, every time you stop and
move your shift lever into
“P” (Park), your doors will unlock. If someone
needs to get out while you’re not in
“P” (Park), have that person use the
manual or power lock. When the door is closed again, it will not lock
automatically. Just use the manual or power lock to lock the door again.
Leaving Your Khicle
If you are leaving the vehicle, set the locks from inside, get out and close
the door.
Central Door Unlocking System (Option)
Your vehicle may be equipped with this feature. When unlocking either
door, you can unlock the other doors by holding the key in the turned
position for a
few seconds.
Illuminated Entry System
Your illuminated entry system turns on all the courtesy lights when either
door is opened. When the door is closed, the courtesy lights will stay on
for approximately
20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on.
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REMOTE KEKESS ENTRY SYSTEM
If your Cadillac has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or
unlock your trunk from up to
15 feet (4.5 m) using the key chain
transmitter supplied with your vehicle.
Your Remote Keyless Entry System is intended to be used as a
supplementary vehicle entry device. It is
not intended to replace, but
rather should
be used in conjunction with a door lock key. It operates on
a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) Rules.
This device complies with Part
15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine REMOTE TRUNK RELEASE
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You'll find the button
here in the glove box.
AUTOlMATIC PULL-DOWN FEATURE
A CAUTION:
Your car has an automatic pull-down feature that helps close
the
trunk electronically, Your fingers can be trapped under the
trunk Ifd as it goes down. Your fingers could be injured, and you
would need someone to help you free them. Keep your fingers
away Prom the trunk lid as you close it and as it is going down.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 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.
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NOTICE:
AUTOlMATIC TMSAXLE
Your automatic transaxle may have either a shift lever located on the
steering column
or on the console between the seats.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine N (Neutral)
In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To
restart when you’re already moving, use “N” (Neutral) only. Also, use
“N” when your vehicle is being towed.
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A CAUTION=
Shifting out of“P’’ (Park) or “N” (Neutral) while your engine is
‘kacing” (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot
is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very
rapidly. You could Iosc control and hit people or objects. Don’t
shift out of T’ (Park) or “N” (Neutral) whiic your engine is
racing.
@ Automatic Overdrive
This position
is for normal driving. If you need more power for
passing, and you’re:
Going less than about
35 mph (56 km/h), push your accelerator
pedal about halfway down.
Going about
35 mph (56 kmh) or more, push the accelerator all
the way down.
You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 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 “P” (Park).
SHZFTING OUT OF “P” (PARK)
Your Cadillac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully
amlv your regular brake before
you can shift from “P” (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.
Retained Accessory Power feature.
3. Shift to “N” (Neutral).
4. Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want.
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5. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can.