1994 CADILLAC ELDORADO oil change

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NOTICE:
If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine
fire. And, dirt
can easily get into your engine, which will damage
it. Always have the air cleaner in place when you’re driving.
AUTOlMATIC TMSAZE FLUID
When to Check and Change
A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the
engine oil is changed. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine
when to change your fluid. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the
Index.
How to Check
Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have
this done at a Cadillac dealership Service Department.
If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you
could get a false reading on the dipstick.
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it is low.
If you have a problem with. engine overheating,. see “Engine
Overheating’% the Index.
r The proper coolant for your Cadillac will:
0 Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C). - I .0 Give boiling protection up to 262°F (128O C).
0 Protect against rust and corrosion.
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Help keep the proper engine temperature.
0 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
Specification 1825-M with a complete coolant .flush and refill. Use GM
.Engine Coolant Supplement. (‘sealer) with any. complete coofant change.
If you use this mixture, you don? need to add anything else.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The Northstar engine is designed to require less maintenance than many
other DOHC
V-8 engines. Engine systems are designed to remind the
driver when service is required.
An oil life index indicator monitors
ongoing operating conditions and reminds the driver when an oil change
is needed.
A low coolant warning message keeps track.of the level of this
vital fluid. Direct acting hydraulic tappets provide maintenance free zero
lash operation
of the 32 valves from idle to the 6500 rpm redline. The
camshafts are driven by
a two stage roller chain assembly which is
designed
to provide quiet maintenance free Operation. Platinum tipped
,spark plugs increase the replacement interval
to 100,000 miles.
The four valve per cylinder design provides more efficient engine
breathing which results in higher power than comparable
two valve
engines. The central location
of each spark plug ensures a fast and
complete burning of the fuel/air mixture. The induction system uses
smooth thermoplastic tubes to channel air into the cylinders. The
smoothness
of the tubes is equivalent to the elaborate port polishing
methods used for race car engines. Careful design using the shape and
length
of the tubes boosts horsepower by using sonic pressure waves
created by the motion
of the inlet valves to increase the amount of air
entering ,each cylinder.
The Northstar engine is also designed
to be very durable. The aluminum
block has cast-in-place iron cylinder liners for greater wear resistance.
High strength connecting rods support the free floating piston pins in
bronze bushings for superior high speed performance. The fillets
of the
nodular iron crankshaft undergo
a high pressure compression rolling
operation to improve their resistance to fatigue.
Quiet operation is enhanced by the use of special materials and designs.
The front cover of the engine is stamped from laminated steel which
damps out noise. Special cam cover gasket seals isolate valve train
operation.The fuel injectors are placed inside the induction system
housing
to eliminate- the clicking noise which is common to other fuel
injected engines.
The Northstar engine is designed to provide years of efficient. reliable.
satisfying operation.
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. Exhaust Gas Recirculation .................... Controlled Flow
Catalytic.Converter ......................... Ceramic Monolith
Evaporative Emission Control
................ Charcoal Canister
r Crankcase Emission Control .......................... PCV Valve
Electronic System
..................... Open :and .'Closed Loop
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Trpe ................................ Single with. Crossover Pipe
Muffler
................................... One-Reverse Flow
Resonator ............................................. None
. Exhaust Pipe ..................................
Intermediate Pipe ..............................
Tail Pipe .....................................
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Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Stainless. Steei
Voltage
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Ground ........................................... -Negative
..Generator
.......................................... 144 Amp
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Refrigerant-Rl34a .......................... 2.375 lbs. (LO8 kg)
1 Not all air conditioningrefrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning
'system
in your vehicle needs refrigerant, besure the:proper.refrigerant .is
used.
If you're.not sure, ask your Cadillac dealership.
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FLUID 'CAPACITIES
Transaxle ...................................... 30 pts. (14 L)
Engine Oil ................................... .7.0 qts (6.6 L)
With Filter Change ............................ 7.5 qts. (6.6 L)
Engine Cooling System ..................... 12.5 quarts (1 1.8 L)

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine CO In Your Exhaust ................................. 99
Comfort Controls and Audio Systems .................. 150
Compact Disc Player. Care Of Your .................... 167
Compact Disc Sound Systems ......................... 164
Compact Spare Tire ................................ 240
Computer That Shows Fuel Economy .................. 139
Console, Center ..................................... 76
Control Of A Vehicle ............................... 175
Control. Loss Of ................................... 184
Controls. Features And ............................... 66
Convenience Net .................................... 78
Convex Outside Mirror .............................. 123
Coolant. Engine: Proper Solution To Use ............... 263
Coolant Heater. Engine .............................. 86
Coolant. Safety Warnings About ...................... 224
Cooling System .................................... 222
Cooling System Service ................... See Maint . Book
Cruise Control
..................................... 109
Cruise Control. Change Speed With ................... 111
Cruise Control. Get Out Of .......................... 113
Cruise Control On Hills ............................. 112
Cruise Control. Turning Off .......................... 113
Curves. Driving On ................................. 180
Contents, Table Of ........ See Front of Owner Info . Manual
Damage
To Finish .................................. 306’
Damage To Sheet Metal ............................. 306
Damage Warnings .................................... 2
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) ............... 118
Dead Battery. What To Do If You Have A .............. 211
Defensive Driving .................................. 170
Defogger. Rear Window ............................. 154
Delco-Bose Gold Series Compact Disc Music Sys ........ 164
Delco Sound Systems ............................... 157
DEXRON IIE@ and DEXRON 111s .................. 262
Dimensions. Vehicle ................................ 328
Disc Brake Wear Indicators .......................... 272
Disposal. Used Oil ................................. 258
DoorLocks ........................................ 68
Driver Information Center ........................... 140
Driver Information Center Messages .................. 142
Driver’s Side S.I.R. (“Air Bag”) ........................ 30
And the Road. Your .............................. 170
Defroster ......................................... 154
Driving
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MTBE In Gasoline
................................. 242
Mud.
If You’re Stuck In ............................. 239
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“N” (Neutral) Gear Position .......................... 90
Net. Convenience
................................... 78
New Vehicle “Break-Iny’ .............................. 78
Night. Driving At ................................... 185
Nightvision
....................................... 186
Notices About Damage
................................ 2
Occupant Restraint
.................................. 13
Octane Required For Your Car
....................... 242
Odometer
......................................... 131
Odometer And Speedometer
......................... 130
Odometer. Trip
.................................... 131
Off (Ignition Key Position) ............................ 83
Off Road Recovery
................................. 182
Oil. Engine
........................................ 252
Oil. When
To Change Your Engine .................... 257
Oil Thickness (Viscosity)
............................ 254
Operating Record
....................... See Maint . Book
Operation
in Foreign Countries., ...................... 244
Outside Air
....................................... 150
Outside Mirrors
................................ 122. 123
Overdrive, Automatic
................................ 90
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
......... 220
Overheated Engine, Warning Light For
................ 134
Owner Checks
& Services ................. See Maint . Book
Oil Life
Indicator
................................... 148
OilQuality
........................................ 256
“P” (Park) Position
.................................. 88
Paint Spotting. Chemical ............................ 307
Park. Shifting Into
................................... 94
Park. Shifting Out Of
................................ 97
Parking Over Things That Bum ........................ 98
Passing Another Vehicle ............................. 182
Pedal Travel. Brake
................................. 273
ParkPosition
....................................... 88
ParkingBrake ...................................... 92
PASS Key
TM (Personalized Automotive Security Sys) ...... 82
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Trip Odometer ..................................... 131
Trunk Release. Remote ............. .. .. ............... 77
Signal and Lane Change Indicator 104
Thn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...................... 104
Wght Sentinel ................................... 115
Wsted Safety Belts .................................. 29
live Children Wearing The Same Safety Belt ............. 62
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Underbody Maintenance ............................. 307
UnderhoodLight ................................... 117
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ........................ 294
Unleaded Gasoline ................................. 242
Uphill. Parking ..................................... 206
Upholstery Care ................................... 300
Urban Driving ..................................... 190
Used Oil. How To Dispose Of ........................ 258
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Vanity Mirrors. Front Seat ........................... 122
Vehicle Damage Warnings ............................. 2
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .................. 309
Vehicle Storage .................................... 275
Vehicle Symbols ...................................... 3
Vents .............................................. 150
Vinyl. Cleaning .................................... 302
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Warning Lights ...................................... 131
Flashers. Warning Hazard ......................... 209
Light. Anti-Lock Brake System .................... 133
Light. Brake System .............................. 132
Light. Engine Oil Pressure ........................ 136
Lights. On Instrument Panel ....................... 131
Lights. Service Engine Soon ....................... 134
Warnings. Safety ..................................... 1
Warnings. Vehicle Damage ............................. 2
Washer. Headlight .................................. 108
Washer. Windshield ................................. 107
Water. Don’t Use .. For Windshield Washer ............ 107
Wear Indicators. Disc Brake ......................... 272
Weatherstrips. Cleaning ............................. 306
Wet Road Driving .................................. 187
Lights: What To Do If One Goes On ................ 131
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