1994 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD transmission

having Your Vehicle With the Engine Running
Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission)
If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into “P”
(Park) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force
on the
parking pawl in the transmission.
You may find it difficult to pull the shift
lever out
of “P” (Park). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque
lock, always be sure to shift into “P” (Park) properly before you leave the
driver’s seat.
To find out how, see “Shifting Into ‘P’ (Park)” in the Index.
If “torque lock” does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push
yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the transmission,
so
you can pull the shift lever out of “P” (Park).
SHIFTING OUT OF “P” (PARK)
Your Cadillac has a brake-transmission shift interlock. You have to fully
apply your regular brake before you can shift from
“P” (Park) when the
ignition is in the “Run” position. See “Automatic Transmission”
in the
Index.
If you cannot shift out of “P” (Park), ease pressure on the shift lever --
push the shift lever all the way into “P” (Park) as you maintain brake
application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you want.
If you ever
hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of “P” (Park), try this:
1. Turn the key to “Off.” Open and close the driver’s door to turn off the
Retained Accessory Power feature.
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If you cover the sensor, it will sense that it is dark outside and your lights
will come on.
Cornering Lights
If your exterior lights are on, the cornering lights will come on when you
signal a turn. This will provide more light for cornering when its dark.
Underhood Light
Your vehicle has a Delay Interior Lighting System (DIL). This system
controls power to the underhood light. Just pull up on the door handle
,with the hood raised and the lamp will light for about
10 minutes.
Every time the door handle is pulled up the light will stay on another
10 minutes. The light will go off when you close the hood.
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)
The Canadian Federal Government has decided that “Daytime Running
Lights’’ (DRL) are a useful feature, in that DRL can make your vehicle
more visible to pedestrians and other drivers during daylight hours. DRL
are required on new vehicles sold in Canada.
Your DRL work with a light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Don’t
cover it up.
The high beam headlights will come on at reduced brightness in daylight
when:
0 The ignition is on
0 The headlight switch is off, and
The transmission is not in “P” (Park).
At dusk, the DRL will switch
off and the exterior lights will come on
automatically. At dawn, the exterior lights will go out and the high beams
will change to the reduced brightness of DRL (if the headlight switch is
Of course, you may still turn
on the headlights any time you need to.
To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, shift the transmission into “P”
(Park), turn the ignition OFF, and then restart your engine. The DRL will
stay off until you shift out of “P” (Park).
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NOTICE:
Spinning your wheels when the “Tkaction Disabled” light comes
on can destroy parts of your vehicle .as well as the tires. If you
spin your .wheels
too fast while shifting your transmission back
and forth, you can destroy your transmission. When you’re
stuck., spin the wheels as little as possible.
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning’Light
This light tells you that
your engine coolant has
overheated.
If you have
been operating your
vehicle under normal
driving conditions, you
should pull
off the
road, stop your vehicle
and turn the engine
off
as soon as possible.
HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY!
In “Problems
on the Road,” this manual shows what to do. See “Engine
Overheating” in the Index.
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HILL AND MOUNTMN ROADS
Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or
rolling terrain.
If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there,
here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable.
0 Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the
brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These parts can work
hard on mountain roads.
Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this:
let your engine do some
of the slowing down. Shift to a lower gear
when you go down a steep or long hill.
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Know how to go uphill. You may want to shift down to a lower gear.
The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission, and you can
climb the hill better.
Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane roads in hills or
mountains. Don’t swing wide or cut across the center of the road.
Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane.
As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could be something in
your lane,
like a stalled car or an accident.
You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special
problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a
falling rocks area,
or winding roads. Be alert to these and take
appropriate action.
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TOWING A TRAILER
NOTICE:
Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result\
in costly repairs not covered by your warranty.
To pull a trailer
correctly, follow the advice in this section.
Your Cadillac is a passenger vehicle. Trailer towing can change the way
your vehicle performs on the road. The loads and forces created when
trailering subject the vehicle
to significant levels of stress.
Load pulling components such as the engine, transmission, rear axle,
wheel assemblies, and tires are forced to work harder against the drag of
the added weight. The engine is required to operate at relatively higher
speeds and under greater loads, which generates extra heat. Trailer
towing adds considerably to wind resistance which increases pulling
requirements.
All this means changes in:
Handling
Durability
Fuel Economy
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On a long uphill grade, shift down to a lower gear and reduce your speed
and reduce your speed to around
45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the
possibility of engine and transmission overheating.
If your trailer weighs more than
2,000 pounds (908 kg), you should drive
in “D or 3” instead of Overdrive. This allows the torque convertor clutch
to engage and allowing the transmission to run cooler.
Parking on Hills
You really should not park your vehicle, and trailer on a hill. If something
goes wrong your rig could start to move. People can be injured and both
I your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged.
If you eve1 have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how to do it:
Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into “P7, (Park) yet.
I Have someone place chocks (tapered triangular blocks) under the
downhill side the trailer wheels.
When the wheel chocks are in place, release the regular brakes until
Reapply the regular brakes. Then shift into “P” (Park) and apply the
Release the regular brakes.
the
chocks absorb the load.
parking brake.
When You Are Ready to Leave Afier Parking on a Hill
1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you:
Start your engine;
Shift into a gear; and
Be sure the parking brake has released.
2. Release the brake pedal.
3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks.
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4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks.

Engine Cooling When Trailering
Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating
conditions such as;
Climbing grades steeper than 4% at ambient temperatures above
90’Fahrenheit (32O Celsius)
with a loaded vehicle and trailer.
0 Stopping after high-speed driving.
0 Idling for long periods in stop and go traffic.
If the “TEMP” warning light comes on, pull
to the side of the road as
soon as it is safe to do
so. When the vehicle is at a complete stop, shift the
transmission selector to P (Park) and allow the engine to idle. If your
Electronic Climate Control system is on, shut it
off. Do not turn off the
engine or increase engine speed above a normal idle. Within
two or three
minutes the system should cool sufficiently to allow A/C operation to
resume. At that time resume driving at a reduced speed. Return to
normal driving after
10 minutes if the “TEMP” warning light is not
displayed.
Maintenance when Trailer Towing
Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer.
See the Maintenance Schedule for details. Things that are especially
important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid (don’t
overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, engine drive belt, cooling system, and
brake adjustment. Each of these is covered in this manual. The Index will
help you find them quickly. If you’re trailering, it’s a good idea to review
these sections before you start your trip.
Check periodically to
see that all hitch attaching nuts and bolts are tight.
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