1994 CADILLAC ELDORADO tire pressure

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A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is
about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at
each front
wheel and at the rear wheels.
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver
could.
The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire
and road conditions.
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fou can steer around the obstacle while braking hard.
As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and
controls braking pressure accordingly.
Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your
foot
up to the brake pedal. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you,
you won’t have time to apply your brakes
if that vehicle suddenly slows or
stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have
anti-lock brakes.
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To Use Anti-Lock
Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti-lock
work for you. You may hear the anti-lock pump or motor operate, and
feel the brake pedal pulsate, but this
is normal.
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0 LiEhts: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean?
0 Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the
tread good enough for long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated
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0 Weather Forecasts: What’s the weather outlook along your route?
Shodd you delay your trip a
short time to avoid a major storm
system?
0 Maps; Do you have up-to-date maps?
HIGHFKAYHWNOSIS
Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just
plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it.highway hypnosis; lack
of
awareness, or whatever.
There
is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery,
along with the
hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and
the rush
of the wind against the vehicle. that can make you sleepy. Don’t
let it happen to you!
If it does, your vehicle can leave the road in less than
a second, and you could crash and be injured.
What can you do about highway hypnosis? First,
be aware that it can
happen.
Then here are some tips:
0 Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool
interior.
0 Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the sides. Check
If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service., or parking area
your rearview
mirrors and
your instruments frequently.
and take a nap, get some exercise, or both. For safety, treat drowsiness
on the highway as an emergency.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine COMPACT SPm TIRE
Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle was
new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly.
It
should be 60 psi (420 kPa). The compact spare is made to go up to 3,000
miles (5000 km), so you can finish your trip and have your full-size tire
repaired or replaced where you want. Of course, it’s best to replace your
spare with a full-size tire as
soon as you can. Your spare will last longer
and be
in good shape in case you need it again.
Your anti-lock brake system warning light may come on when you are
driving with a compact spare. See “Anti-Lock Brake System Wa\
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Light”
in the Index.
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Don’t take your compact spare through an automatic car wash
with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rai\
ls.
That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other parts
of
your vehicle.
Don’t use your compact spare on some other vehicle.
And don’t mix your compact spare or wheel with other wheels or tires.
They won’t fit. Keep your spare and its wheel together.
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average driver
will get. Your fuel economy may be significantly higher or
lower, depending
on how, when, and where your vehicle is driven. Here
are some things you can do to increase fuel economy;
Combine errands into one trip.
Turn the engine off rather than letting it idle for more than a minute.
Have your Cadillac serviced as described in the maintenance booklet.
Keep tires inflated to recommended pressures.
Anticipate traffic stops.
Here are some things that
will lower fuel economy:
Quick acceleration.
Traveling at higher speeds. Traveling at 65 mph instead of 55 mph
0 Carrying unnecessary weight in the vehicle.
Rewing the engine. This is not necessary for your vehicle.
lowers fuel economy
by 15 percent.
Operating your vehicle with the suspension out of alignment or with
the wheels and tires out of balance.
Use of electrical accessories which require high amperage when they
are not needed.
Even things beyond your control such as weather conditions affe\
ct your
fuel economy. Driving up steep hills, in rain or snow, and into a strong
wind will lower fuel economy. In the lower
left corner of the fuel
economy window sticker from your vehicle is the range
of city and
highway
fuel economy you can expect to get from your Cadillac. If you
are doing everything to raise your fuel economy, but are still not within
this range, your vehicle may need service. Collect as much information
about your
fuel economy as you can find, (miles driven, gallon's of
fuel used, etc.) and provide it to your dealership for their review and
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LOADING YOUR WEHICLE
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TIRE-LOADING INFOR'MATION.
OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP.
WT.
FRT; CT.R. RR. TOTAL: LBS.. KG
MAX. LOADING &.GVWRSAME AS'VEHICLE
TIRE SIZE SPEED
PRESSURE
CAPACITY WEIGHT . XXX COLD TIRE
RTG
PSVKPa
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IF TIRES ARE HOT. ADD 4PW28KPa SEE
OWNER'S, MANUAL FOR: ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION

Two labels on your vehicle. show how much weight it may prope,rly carry.
The Tire-Loading Information label found on.the driver's door tells you
the proper size, speed rating and.recommended inflation pressures for
the tires on your vehicle.
It also gives you important information about
the number of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight that
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The Tire-Loading Information label which is located on the driver’\
s door
shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires, when they’re cold\
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“Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or
driven
no more than a mile.
Eldorudo (270 hp)
k€ you’ll be driving at speeds higher than 100 mph (160 km/h) where it is
legal, raise the ‘‘mldYy inflation pressure of each tire to 35 psi (240 Wa).
When you end this very high speed driving, reduce the “cold” inflation
pressures to those listed on the Tire-Loading Information label.
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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)

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine ELDORADO recommended tire size is:
Michelin XW4 Blackwall (P225/60R16)
Optional Michelin XW4 Whitewall (P225/60R16)
The ETC tire pressures are:
Front - 29 psi (200 kPa)
Rear - 29 psi (200 kPa)
ETC recommended tire size is:
Eagle GA (Z-Rated) Blackwall (P225/60ZR16)
Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at
60 psi (420 kPa).
Tire Inspection and Rotation
To make your tires last longer, have them inspected and rotated at the
mileages recommended in the Maintenance Schedule.
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Use this rotation
pattern.
After the tires have been rotated, adjust
the front and rear inflation
pressure
as shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. Make certain
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