1994 CADILLAC ELDORADO tires

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l by treadwear,-traction and teqqerature gwfQrmance. (This applies only
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to vehicles sold in the United (States.)
Treadweat
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r The treadwear grade is .a comparative rating based on the wear rate of
the tire when tested .under controlled -conditions on a specified
.government test course. .For example, a tire graded 150 would \
wear one
and a half
(I 1/2) times as well on the government course-as a tire graded
’ 100. The relative performance of tires depends uponthe .actual
conditions of.their use, however, and may depart significant@
frorri the
norm due to variationsin driving habits, service practices and differences
in rodd characteristics and climate.
.r Daction -A, B, C
t The traction grades, from highest to lowest are: A, B, and C. They
represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet-pavement as measured under
controlled conditionson specified government test surfaces of asphalt
’ and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction p.erformance.
Warning: The traction. grade assigned to this tire is based on braking
(straight-ahead) traction tests and doemot include cornering (turning)
r traction.
r Temperature -A, B, C
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The temperature grades. are A (the. highest), B, and C, representing the
tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled conditions.on a specified indoor laborato\
ry
test .wheel. Sustained
high tevperature can cause the material of the tire
to degenerate and reduce tire.life, and excessive temperature can lead to
- sudden tire failure. The.gradq C corresponds to a level of performance
1- which all passenger car tires mustmeet under the,Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard
No. 109. Grades €3 and A represent higher levels of
performance on thelaboratory test wheel than the.minimum required\

e- bylaw.
Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that
is. properly inflate.d and not overloaded. Excessive speed, unde\
rinflation,
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buildup and possible tire failure.
These grades are molded on
the sidewalls of passenger car tires.
While the tires available as standard or optional equipment on General
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.
Wheel 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 corroded. If wheel nuts
keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be
replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels,
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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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NOTICE:
Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use
only
SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your
tires. Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly
as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and
follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions.
If you can hear
the chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retighten them.
If
the contact continues, slow down until it stops. Driving too fast
with chains on will damage your vehicle.
APPERACE CARE
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abrasives. All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed
to dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft;clean
chamois or a
100% cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water
spotting.
r High pressure vehicle washes may cause water to enter your vehicle.
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Tires
Your Cadillac dealer has a GM White Sidewall Tire Cleaner. You can use
a stiff brush with the cleaner.
When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe
off any overspray
or splash from painted surfaces. Petroleum-based products may damage
the paint finish.
Finish Care
Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Cadillac may be necessary to
remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM approved cleaning
products
from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the
Index.)
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Your Cadillac has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives
more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and:polishes
that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoatklearcoat paint finish.
NOTICE: I
Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a
basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave sw\
irl marks.
ALUMINUM WHEELS
Your aluminum wheels have a protective coating similar to the painted
surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, chemicals, chrome polis\
h,
abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could
1 damage this coating. After rinsing thoroughly, a wax may be applied.
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PART
NUMBER
1052277
10501 72
10501 73
10501 74
105021 4
1050244
1050427
1050429
1052349
1050729
1052870
1051 398
1051
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1050201
SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE
12 OZ. (0.354 L) SPRAY-A-SQUEAK WEATHER STRIPS-STOPS
SQUEAKS ON
METAL-TO-METAL AND
METAL-TO-RUBBER
CONTACT
16
OZ. (0.473 L) TAR AND ROAD OIL REMOVES OLD WAXES,
REMOVER POLISHES, TAR AND ROAD
OIL
16
OZ. (0.473 L) CHROME CLEANER REMOVES RUST AND AND POLISH CORROSION ON CHROME AND STAINLESS STEEL
16
OZ. (0.473 L) WHITE SIDEWALL CLEANS WHITE AND
32
02. (0.946 L) VlNYL/LEATHER
SPOT AND STAIN REMOVAL
TIRE CLEANER BLACK TIRES
CLEANER ON LEATHER
OR VINYL
16
OZ. (0.473 L) FABRIC CLEANER SPOT AND STAIN REMOVAL ON CLOTH AND FABRIC
23
OZ. (0.680 L) GLASS CLEANER GLASS CLEANING AND SPOT CLEANING ON VINYLS
6 LB. (2.72 KG) MULTI-PURPOSE CLEANS VINYL AND CLOTH POWDERED ON DOOR TRIM, SEATS,
CLEANER AND CARPET-ALSO, TIRES
AND MATS
12
OZ. (0.354 L) LUBRIPLATE GREASE FOR HOOD,
I (WHITE GREASE) TRUNK AND DOOR HINGES AND LATCHES
8 OZ. (0.237 L) VINYL TOP CLEANER CLEANING OF VINYL TOPS
16
02. (0.473 L) WASH-WAX (CONC.) EXTERIOR WASH
6 OZ. (0.237 L) SPOT LIFTER SPOT AND STAIN REMOVAL
32
OZ. (0.946 L) GM OPTIKLEEN
WINDSHIELD WASHER ON CLOTH AND FABRIC
SOLVENT AND
ANTI-FREEZE
16
OZ. (0.473 L) MAGIC MIRROR EXTERIOR CLEANER AND
CLEANER POLISH POLISH
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rerceptlon Time, In Braking .............
Possible Damage to Your Cadillac, Notices About ......... 2
Possible Injury To People, Cautions About ................ 1
Power Polishing and Waxing
............................... 304
Antenna, Cleaning
The ........................... 168
DoorL .......................................... 68
Seat Controls ..................................... 6
Steering ........................................ 180
Steering Fluid ................................... 266
Windows
....................................... 101
Pregnancy, Use Of Safety Belts During ................. 38
Problems On The Road ............................. 208
Product Sew. Publications ............ See Owner Assistance
Proper Safety Belt Usage, For Adults
............. .. ..... -20
Pull Down System, Tnxnk 78
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"R" (Reverse) Gear Position ... ............. 89
Racing, Shifting When Your Engine Is .................. 90
Radiator Overheating ............................... 220
Radio, Tho-Way, Adding A ...................... 159,311
Rain, Driving In .................................... 187
Reading Lights ..................................... 119
Rear Window Defogger ............................. 154
Radio Systems ...................................... 157
Reaction Time, In Braking ........................... 176
Rear Ashtray ...................................... 127
Reclining Seat ....................................... 7
Recommended Fluids & Lubricants ........ See Maint. Book
Recovery,
Off Road .......................... ..... 182
Recreational Vehicle, Towing A
................. '. ...... 201
Remote Fuel Door ................................. 247
Remote Trunk Release ............................... 77
Replacement Fasteners .............................. 241
Replacing Brake System Parts ........................ 274
Replacing Safety Belts ............................... 64
Replacing Tires .................................... 293
Redacing Wheels
.................................. 296
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Remote Keyless Entry ................................ 71
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RGortini Safety Defects
to Canadian Gov't.
................ See Owner Assistance
to General Motors
................ See Owner Assistance
to U.S. Gov't ..................... See Owner Assistance
Restarting Your
Car When It's Moving ................. 90
Restraint, Infant .................................... 47

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Steering Wheel. Tilt
................................ 102
Steering Without Power Assist
........................ 180
Stereo Sound Systems
............................... 159
Storage. Center Console
.............................. 76
Stuck. If Your Ignition Key
Is .......................... 84
Stuck.
If Car Is . In Sand. Mud. Ice Or Snow ............ 239
Subscribing to Cadillac Prod
. Sew . Pub ...... See Own . Assist .
Sunglass Compartment .............................. 125
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (S.I.R.)
............... 30
Surge Tank Pressure Cap
............................ 265
Symbols Used On Your Vehicle
......................... 3
Storing
Your Vehicle
................................ 275
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Table Of Contents ......... See Front of Owner Info . Manual
Tachometer
....................................... 137
Taillight Bulb Replacement
.......................... 280
Tape Player Care
................................... 167
Temperature. Engine. Warning Light
.................. 137
Theft
.............................................. 79
Theft Deterrent System
.............................. 80
Thermostat ........................................ 266
Third Gear. When
To Use ............................ 91
Tilt Steering Wheel
................................. 102
Time. Setting The
.................................. 166
Tire Chains
........................................ 298
Tire. Flat
.......................................... 229
Tire Pressure Inflation
............................... 290
Tire Inspection and Rotation
......................... 292
Tires
.. Loading .................................... 287
Tire Quality Grading
................................ 294
Tires
............................................. 289
Tires. When It’s Time For New
Tires .................. 293
Torque Lock (Auto Transaxle)
......................... 98
Towing Your Vehicle
................................ 217
Tom Safety Belts .................................... 65
Towing A Trailer
................................... 201
Traction Control System
............................. 179
Trademarks. GM
................................... 241
Trailer Towing
..................................... 201
Transaxle. Automatic
................................. 87
Transaxle Fluid
.................................... 259
Transaxle Gear Positions
............................. 87
Transaxle Service
........................ See Maint . Book
Travel. BrakePedal
................................. 273
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Wheel Replacement
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Why Safety Belts Work ...........
Window Express Down, Driver's Side
Windows, Power
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Windshield Cleaning The
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Washer .......................
Washer Fluid ..................
Wipers .......................
Wipers: If They Stop ...........
Winter Driving ...................
Working On Your Vehicle .........
Worn Tires ......................
Wrecker Towing ..................
Wheel Nut Torque ...............
Why Wear Safety Belts? ..........
Wiper Blade Replacement ......
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