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safely.
To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper
blades before using them. If they’re frozen to the windshield, carefully
loosen
or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades
or blade inserts.
Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor. A circuit breaker will
stop the motor until it cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an
overload.
Windshield Washer
To wash your
windshield push the
paddle labeled PUSH,
then release it. After
washing the windshield
the wipers will stop,
unless you were using
your wipers. If you
were, the wipers
will
resume the wiper
speed
you were using.
For more washer
cycles push and hold
the paddle.
When
me washer fluid reacnes a low level, “LOW WASHER FLUID”
will be displayed in the Driver Information Center.
Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous.
A bad mud splash can
block your vision. You could hit another vehicle or
go off the road. Check
your washer fluid
level often.
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__ Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road you can’t
stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as
good as on dry roads. And,
if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll
~~ ~~. get even less traction. It’s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain
starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly
when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement.
The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see.
Even if your windshield wiper
blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road
signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road, and
__ even people walking.
It’s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your
windshield washer tank filled. Replace your windshield wiper inserts
when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts.
_~_ when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or
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Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a
reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night.
When you want
to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in
advance.
If you miss your exit do not, under any circumstances, stop and
back up. Drive on to the next exit.
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.
The exit speed is usually posted.
Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of
motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to
think you are going slower than you actually are.
BEFORE LEAVTNG ONA LONG THP
Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well rested. If you must start when
you’re not fresh
-- such as after a day’s work -- don’t plan to make too
many miles that first part
of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and
shoes you can easily drive in.
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it serviced and
maintained, it’s ready to
go. If it needs service, have it done before
starting out.
Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts in
Cadillac dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and
willing to help if
you need it.
Here are some things you can check before a trip:
0 Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean
inside and outside?
Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape?
0 Fuel, Engine Oil. Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels?
Lights: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean?
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GLASS
Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM Part No.
1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco
smoke and dust films.
Don’t use abrasive cleaners
on glass, because they may cause scratches.
Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window, since they may
have to be
scraped
off later. If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear
window, an electric defogger element may be damaged.
Any temporary
license should not be attached across the defogger grid.
CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF THE
WINDSHIELD BACK
GLASS AND
WIPER BLADES
If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the
wiper blade chatters when running, wax or other material may be on the
blade or windshield.
Clean the outside
of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner,
Bon-Ami Powder@
(GM Part No. 1050011). The windshield is clean if
beads do not form when you rinse it with water.
Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked
in full strength
windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water.
Wiper blades should be checked on a regular basis and replaced when
worn.
CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF YOUR
CIILL4AC
The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss
retention and durability.
Washing Your Khicle
The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by
washing it often with lukewarm or cold water.
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The Windshield and Wiper Blades .................. 306
Weatherstrips
................................... 308
Clock. Setting The
.............................. 167. 173
Climate Control. Electronic
.......................... 151
Closed-In Places. Don’t Idle In
....................... 101
Comfort Controls and Audio Systems .................. 150
Compact Disc Player. Care Of Your ................... 174
Compact Disc Sound Systems
........................ 167
Compact Spare Tire
................................ 245
Computer That Shows Fuel Economy
.................. 138
Contents. Table Of ........ See Front of Owner Info . Manual
Control Of A Vehicle
............................... 180
Control. Loss
Of ................................... 190
Controls. Features And ............................... 66
Convenience Net
.................................... 78
Convex Outside Mirror
.............................. 126
Coolant. Engine: Proper Solution
To Use ............... 270
Coolant. Safety Warnings About
...................... 226
Coolant Heater. Engine
.............................. 89
Cooling System .................................... 228
Cooling System Service
................... See Maint . Book
Cruise Control ..................................... 109
Cruise Control. Change Speed With
................... 112
Cruise Control. Get Out
Of .......................... 114
Cruise Control On Hills ............................. 113
Cruise Control. Turning Off .......................... 114
Curves. Driving
On ................................. 185
COInYourExhaust
................................ 100
D
Damage
To Finish .................................. 308
Damage To Sheet Metal ............................. 308
Damage Warnings .................................... 2
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)
............... 117
Dead Battery, What
To Do If You Have A .............. 217
Defensive Driving
.................................. 176
Defogger. Rear Window
............................. 155
Defroster ......................................... 154
Delco Sound Systems
............................... 156
DEXRON IIE@ and DEXRON 111s
.................. 269
Dimensions. Vehicle
................................ 329
Disc Brake Wear Indicators
.......................... 278
Disposal. Used Oil
................................. 265
DoorLocks
........................................ 68
Door, Security Lock, Rear ............................ 70
Driver Information Center
........................... 140
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