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PREMIUM UNLEADED
FUEL ONLY
Your fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your tank. It works only
when the ignition is in the
“RUN” position.
Digital Gage
If the fuel level is within approximately one gallon (3.9 liters) of being full
the letter
“F” is shown.
If the fuel level is between 1 and 2 gallons (3.9 and 7.6 liters) from being
empty the letter
“E” is shown. If the fuel supply gets down to
approximately
1 gallon (3.9 liter) the “E” will flash, and the “FUEL
LEVEL VERY
LOW” message will appear in the Driver Information
Center
(DIC). (On the analog fuel gage, the “FUEL LEVEL VERY
LOW”
message will also appear.)
Here are a
few concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage. All
these situations are normal and indicate nothing wrong with the fuel gage.
At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads “F”.
It takes more (or less) gas to fill up than the gage said. For example,
the gage said
“8 Gallons”, but it took more -- or less -- than the tank’s
remaining capacity to fill it.
The gage may change when you turn, stop, or speed up is normal.
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While.-refueling, hang
the cap inside the fuel
door.
To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise).
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When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you hear a
clicking noise.
NOTICE:
If you need a new cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer
can get one
for you. If you get the wrong type, it may not fit and
your he1 tank and emissions system might be damaged.
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includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed
options.
MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP
DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR
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THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI-
CABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE
TION STANDARDS
IN EFFECT ON THE
DATE OF MANUFACTURE
SHOWN ABOVE.
SAFETY, BUMPER,
AND THEFT PREVEN-
GEN GME
The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the
driver’s door. It tells you the gross weight capacity
of your vehicle, called
the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR includes the
weight
of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the
GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for
either the front
or rear axle.
And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don’t carry
more than
185 lbs. (84 kg) in your trunk.
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Don't let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is
all right. It's not. If your tires don't have enough air
(underinflation) you can get:
Too much flexing.,
Too much heat
Tire overloading
0 Badwear
Bad handling
0 Bad fuel economy.
If your tires have too much air (overinflation), you can ger:
Unusual wear
Bad handling
Rough ride
0 Needless damage from road hazards.
How to Check
Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire
pressure. Simply looking at the tires will not tell
you the pressure,
especially
if you have radial tires -- which may look properly' inflated even
if they're underinflated.
If your tires have valve caps, be sure to put them back on. They help
prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture.
When to Check Check your tires once a month or more.
The Eldorado tire pressures are:
0 Front - 28 psi (190 Pa)
Rear - 26 psi (180 kPa)

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BLOCK
DlSTR 20A
SIR 20A - IGNITION CONTROL MODULE
- DIAGNOSTIC/ENERGY RESERVE
MODULE (DERM)
- DUAL POLE ARMING SENSOR PCM (ION 1OA
- PASS-Key@ DECODER MODULE INJ 10A
- POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)
- 1,4,6, AND 7 FUEL INJECTORS
- 2.3.5. AND 8 FUEL INJECTORS INJ 1OA
ION
1 iOA - A/C REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SWITCH - TRANSAXLE RANGE SWITCH - STOP/BTSI/CRUISE BRAKE SWITCH - INSTRUMENT PANEL'CLUSTER - KEYLESS ENTRY MODULE - DIAGNOSTlCfENERGY RESERVE MODULE
- PERM2 ORN RING LIGHTS - TURN/HAZARD SWITCH ASSY. - CHIME MODULE - HEADLIGHT SWITCH - TWILIGHT SENTINEUDRL MODULE
- FUELPUMP - OIL PRESSURE SWITCH - POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE IPCMI
FUEL PUMP 20A
PCM (BAT) 1OA
RTD
, AT) 20A - RgAD SENSING SUSPENSION (RSS) MODUL A/C COMP 1OA
- POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)
- A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH HDLPS 3OA
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- HEADLIGHT DIMMER SWITCH - HEADLIGHT RELAY "D (ENGINE COMF!
- DRL HEADLIGHT RELAY "E" (WITH DAYTIME
- POWERS C13 MICRO RELAY CENTER)
RUNNING LIGHTS)
E
STOP LP 2OA - STOP/BTSI/CRUISE SWITCH - STOPUGHT SWITCH CAPACITOR TURNIHAZ 20A - HAZARD FLASHER - TURN FLASHER RELAY - TURN FLASHER MODULE DRL 1 OA (CANADA) - DAV~ME RUNNI'NG LIGHTS (CANADA) ~ ~~
DRL 1 OA (CANADA)
HTD
W/S 1OA
L HDLP LO 1OA
- LEFT AND RIGHT LO BEAM HEADLAMP
- HEATED WINDSHIELD CONTROL MODULE
- LEFT LO BEAM HEADLAMP R HDLP LO 10A
L HDLP HI 1OA - RIGHT LO BEAM HEADLAMP
- LEFT HI BEAM HEADLAMP R HDLP HI 1OA
IGN
3 10A - RIGHT HI BEAM HEADLAMP
- REAR DEFOGGERRELAY - ELECTRONIC LEVEL CONTROL IELCI - HEATED WINDSHIELD - HEATER AND A/C PROGRAMMER - CRUISE CONTROL
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COOLING FAN 1OA - MENDED TRAVEL BRAKE SWITCH - POWERTRAIN CONTROL MO'DULE (PCM) - COOLING FAN RELAYS 1,2, AND 3 - FRONT AND REAR HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR TRANSIECS 1 OA - OVERSPEED ALERT MODULE (=PORT) - POWER STEERING PRESSURE SWITCH - EXHAUST GAS REClRCULAilON (EGR) VALVE - TRANSAXLE SHIFT SOLENOIDS A & B - EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL
SOLENOID ~~
- POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) - TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID - TCC BRAKESWlTCH
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Side Marker Lights
..................................... 194
Stop/Tail/Turn Signal
................................ 2057 NA
Stop/Tail/Turn Signal (Export) ......................... P21/5W
Front Fender
Side Turn Signal (Export)
.............. 2CNPHW
Trunk Light
.........................
Underhood Light ....................
Vanity Mirror Illumination ............
NORlMAL M4INTENNrE
PARTS
Air Cleaner Element .................
Battery .............................
Fuel Filter Element ..................
Engine Oil Filter ....................
PCVValve .........................
Spark Plugs .........................
Serpentine Drive Belt ................
Surge Tank Cap .....................
Thermostat ..........................
Upper Radiator Hose ................
Lower Radiator Hose ................
Trans Screen Rt. Scavenger ...........
Trans Screen Lt. Scavenger ............
Trans Pan Screws (16) ................
Trans Pan Gasket ....................
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.................. 1003
................... 561
................... 124
REPLACEMENT
........ AC Type S1096C
.............. 25096932
................ 78A-72
............... 1981590
.............. 25121468
.............. 25014377
.............. 06487779
............... 5614236
............... 3530814
......... AC Type RC 33
............... 6410665
......... ACType 131-66
............... 3531407
............... 3521504
............... 3521505
............... 8679416
............... 8680700
............... 8682650
............... 8681197
........ AC Type GF-580
......... AC Type PF-58'
....... AC Type CV-774C
......... AC Type 41-900
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Camshaft
................... Induction Hardened Cast Grey Iron
Main Bearings
......................................... Five
Drive
Type
........ Single Row / Staged Drive 8 mm Roller Chain
ENGI. LUBRICATION SYSTEM
Type of Intake. .................................... Stationary
Filter System
...................................... Full-Flow
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
Surge Tank / Radiator Cap Relief Pressure ...... 15.0 psi (103 Pa)
Water Pump Type
.................................. Centrifugal
,Drive Belt
....................................... Serpentine
Radiator Core
................................... Aluminum
Radiator 'Cooling Fans (2)
............................ Elec.tric
Thermostat
Starts To Open
................ 192-199'F (89-93 C)
FUEL SYSTEM
Induction Type ............ Sequential Port Fuel Injection,(SPFI)
System Pressure
.................... .33.4-43.5 psi (230-300 kPa)
Idle Speed
.................................. ECM Controlled
Filter Type
............................... Paper Type Element
Fuel Pump
................................ Electric (In Tank)
Fuel Required
................. Premium Unleaded (91 Octane)
AUTOMTIC TRANSAXLE
Eldorado (Trade Name ) ................... Hydra- Mafic 4T80E
Type
..................................... 4-Speed Automatic
.................................... Viscous Converter Clutch
Eldorado (Trade Name
) ................... Hydra- Matic 4T80E
Type
..................................... 4-Speed Automatic
Fluid Required
.............. DEXRON III@ or DEXRON IIE@
Axle Ratio (ETC) .................................... 3.71:l
.................................... Torque Converter Clutch
Axle Ratio (ELDORADO) ............................ 3.11:l
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Exterior Appearance ................................ 298
Extender. Safety Belt ................................ 64
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Fabric. Foam-Type Cleaner On ....................... 300
Fabric. Solvent-'e Cleaner On ...................... 301
Fasteners. Replacement ............................. 242
Features And Controls ............................... 66
Fetus. Risk To .. From Safety Belt Use .................. 38
Filling Your Fuel W .............................. 247
Filter. Oil ......................................... 318
Finish Damage ..................................... 306
First Gear. When To Use ............................. 92
Flash-To-Pass Feature ............................... 105
Flat Tire .......................................... 239
Flat Tire. Changing A ............................... 230
Flooded Engine. Starting A ........................... 85
Floor Mats ........................................ 128
Fluid
Brake
.......................................... 272
Headlight Washer ................................ 269
Power Steering .................................. 267
Transaxle ....................................... 262
windshield Washer .............................. 268
Fluid Capacities .................................... 327
Fluids & Lubricants. Recommended ........ See Maint . Book
Fluid Usage Label
.................................. 251
FM Stereo Radio Reception ......................... 157
Foam-?Lpe Cleaner On Fabric ........................ 300
Fog Lights (ETC) .................................. 116
Francais. Guide En ...................... See Introduction
Freeing
Car From Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow ............. 239
Freeway Driving ................................... 191
Fog: Getting It Off the Windshield .................... 154
French Language Manual ................. See Introduction
Front Seatbacks. Reclining
........................... 7. 8
Fuel .............................................. 242
FuelDataPanel .................................... 139
Fuel Economy ..................................... 244
Fuel Gage ......................................... 138
Fuel Door. Remote ................................. 248
Fuse Replacement ................................... 311
Fuel Thnk. Filling Your .............................. 247
Fuels in Foreign Countries ........................... 244
Fuses And Circuit Breakers .......................... 311
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