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Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine
coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow
of coolant through the
radiator until the coolant reaches
a preset temperature.
When
you replace your thermostat, an AC@ thermostat is recommended.
POWER STEERING FLUID
How To Check Power Steering Fluid
Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap
and completely tighten
it. Then remove the cap again and look at the
fluid level
on the dipstick.
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Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to
use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
NOTICE:
When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid
change, always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper
fluid
can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.
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The power rack and pinion..stee&g .gstem--h,w, a ,rotaq- spool valve which
directs hydraulic fluid coming from the power steering pump .to one side or
the other
side of the rack piston. The integral rack.piston is attached to the
rack. The rack piston converts hydraulic pressure to a linear force which
moves the rack4eft or right.
The force is then transmitted through the
inner and outer tie rods to the steering
.. knuckles, , which turn the wheels
If hydraulic assist is not available, manual conirol, is ‘maintained. However
under these, conditions. more steering effort is required.
4.6 LITER NORTHSTAR ENGINE
Displacement ............................... .4.6L (279 cu.in.)
No. of Cylinders
................ 32-valve DOHC 8 - 90 Degree V
Power (ACC. to
SAE 51349) ................ 270 (b,hp) @ 5600 rpm
Torque (ACC. to
SAE 51349) ............ 300 (lbs. ft.) @? 4000 rpm
ELDORADO
...................................... 204 (kW) @ 5600 rprn
...................................... 407(N*m) @ 4OOOrpm
ETC
Power (ACC. to SAE 51349) ................ 295’(bhp) @ 6000 rpm
Torque (ACC. to
SAE 51349) ............ 290 (lbs. ft.) @? 440.0 rpm
Bore
........................................ 93mm.(3.66.in.)
Stroke
...................................... .84mm (331in.)
Compression Ratio
.................................... 10.3: 1
Cylinder Block ...... Die Cast Aluminum with Iron Cylinder Bores
Cylinder Heads
................................. Cast Aluminum
Intake Manifold-
............ Die Cast Magnesium / Thermoplastic
.......................................... Air Induction Tubes
........................................ 220 (kW) @ 6000 rpm
...................................... 393 (Nom) @ 4400 rpm
Valve. System ................... Direct Acting Hydraulic Tappets
Intake Valve
.................................. 33mm (1.29 in.).
Fkhaust Valve,. ................................ 29mm (1.14.h.)
Pktons
...................................... Cast Aluminum
Firing Order
.................................. 1-2-7-3-4-5-6-8
Left Bank ........................................... 2-4-6-8
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Acc (Ignition Key Position) ........................... 84
Accessory Power. Retained .......................... 311
Adding Brake Fluid
..................................... 272
Electrical Equipment ............................. 311
Engine Coolant ............................. 224. 262
Engine Oil ...................................... 253
Power Steering Fluid ............................. 267
Transaxle Fluid .................................. 262
Additives. Engine Oil ............................... 257
Adjustment. Brake ................................. 273
Adult Safety Belt Usage .............................. 20
Air Bag ............................................ 30
Air Cleaner ........................................ 258
Air Cleaner Replace ..................... See Maint . Book
Air Conditioner .................................... 151
Air Outlets ........................................ 150
Air System ........................................ 150
Alarm. How To Turn Off Theft ........................ 80
Alcohol. Driving Under The Influence Of .............. 171
Alcohol in Gasoline ................................. 243
Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ......................... 305
AM Radio Reception ............................... 157
AM Stereo Radio Reception ......................... 158
Antenna. Cleaning Radio ............................ 168
Antifreeze ........................................ 263
Anti-Lock Brakes .................................. 177
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ............ 133. 177
Anti-Lockout Feature ................................ 71
Anti-Theft Tips ..................................... 79
Appearance Care .................................... 298
Arm. Wearing A Safety Belt Under Your ................ 28
Ashtrays .......................................... 126
Astroroof ......................................... 124
Automatic Air Conditioning System ................... 151
Automatic Door Lock ................................ 70
Air Cleaner Filter Replacement ...................... 285
AMAX@ ........... .- .............................. 158
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Exterior Appearance ................................ 298
Extender. Safety Belt ................................ 64
F
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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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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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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