1994 CADILLAC SEVILLE Owners Manual

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ACC: Accessory lets you use things like the radio and the windshield
wipers when the engine is off.
To get into “ACC”, push in the key and turn
it toward you. Your steering wheel will remain locked, just as it was
before you inserted the key.
OFE This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering
wheel. It doesn’t lock the steering wheel like “Lock.” Use “Off”
if you
must have your car in motion while the engine is off (for example, if your
car
is being pushed).
RUN This is the position for driving.
STARE This starts your engine.
NOTICE:
If your key seems stuck in “Lock” and you can’t turn it, be sure
it is all the way in.
If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and
right while you turn the key hard. But turn the key only with
your hand. Using
a tool to force it could break the key or the
ignition switch.
If none of this works, then your vehicle needs
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STARTING YOUR ENGINE
Move your shift lever to “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral). Your engine won’t
start in any other position
-- that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re
already moving, use “N” (Neutral) only.
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Don’t try to shift to “P” (Park) if your Cadillac is moving. If you
when your vehicle
is stopped.
- do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to “P” (Park) only
1. Don’t push the accelerator pedal before starting your engine. In some
other vehicles you might need to do this, but because of your vehicle’s
computer systems, you don’t.
2. Turn your ignition key to “Start.” When the engine starts, let go of the
key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.
3. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in “Start” for about 15
seconds at a time until your engine starts. Wait about one minute
between each try to help avoid draining your battery.
NOTICE:
Holding your key in “Start” for longer than 15 seconds at a time
will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the
excessive heat can damage your starter motor.
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4. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be
flooded with too much gasoline.
Try pushing your accelerator pedal all
the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in “Start”
for about three seconds.
If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops
again, do the same thing, but this time keep the pedal down for five or
six seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine.
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Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your
vehicle.
If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could
change the
way the fuel injection system operates. Before
adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer.
If you
don’t, your engine might not perform properly.
If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this
Manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle.
See “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.
ENGINE COOLANT HEATER (ENGINE
BLOCK HEATER) (CANADA ONLY)
(OPTION)
In very cold weather, 0°F (-18O C) or colder, the engine coolant warmer
can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine
warm-up. Usually, the coolant warmer should be plugged in a minimum
of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
To use the coolant warmer:
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.
3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt outlet.
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After you’ve used the coolant warmer, be sure to store the cord
as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you
_- don’t, it could be damaged.
How long should you keep the coolant warmer plugged in? The answer
depends
on the weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things.
Instead
of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact a Cadillac
dealer
in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can
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DRZVTNG THROUGH DEEP STAn7DING
WATER
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If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water,
water can come in through your engine’s
air intake and badly
damage your engine.
If you can’t avoid deep puddles or standing
water, drive through them very slowly. .__

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Your automatic transaxle may have either a shift lever located on the
steering column or on the console between the seats.
There are several different positions for your shift lever.
P.....................................................Park
R ................................................. Reverse
N ................................................. Neutral
@ ............................................... Overdrive
3 ........................................ Third Gear (Drive)
2............................................. SecondGear
1.......--.---..--- ..---- ...................... First Gear
P (Park)
This locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you
start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily.
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Ensure the shift lever is fully in “P7’ (Park) range before starting the
engine. Your Cadillac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to
fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from ‘‘P” (Park) when
the ignition key is in the “Run” position.
If you cannot shift out of “P”
(Park), ease pressure on the shift lever
- push the shift lever all the way
into ‘‘P77 (Park) and also release the shift lever button on floor shift
console models as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift
lever into the gear you wish. (Press the shift lever button before moving
the shift lever on floor shift console models.) See “Shiftine Out of ‘P’
(Park)” in this part.
R (Reverse)
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Use this gear to back up.
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NOTICE:
Shifting to “R” (Reverse) while your vehicle is moving forward
could damage your transaxle. Shift to “R” only after your\

vehicle is stopped.

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without damaging your transaxle. see “If You’re Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice
or Snow” in the Index.
N (Neutral)
In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To
restart when you’re already moving, use “N” (Neutral) only. Also, use
“N’ when your vehicle is being towed.
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NOTICE:
Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of “P” (Park)
or “N” (Neutral) with the engine racing isn’t covered\
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@ Automatic Overdrive
This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for
passing, and you’re:
- Going less than about 35 mph (56 kmh), push your accelerator
pedal about halfway down.
- Going about 35 mph (56 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all
the way down.
You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power.
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If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly, or if it seems not
to shift gears
as you go faster, something may be wrong with a
transaxle system sensor. If you drive very far that way, your
vehicle can be damaged.
So, if this happens, have your vehicle
serviced right
away. Until then, you can use “2” (Second Gear)
when you
are driving less than 35 mph (56 km/h) and @
(Overdrive) for higher speeds.
3 (Third Gear)
This is like
@, but you never go into Overdrive.
Here are some times
you might choose “3” instead of 0:
- When driving on hilly, winding roads
- When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears
- When going down a steep hill
2 (Second Gear)
This position gives
you more power but lower fuel economy. You can
use
“2” on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep
mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes
off
and on.
NOTICE:
Don’t drive in “2” (Second Gear) for more than 5 miles (8 km),
or at speeds over 55 mph (88 km/h), or you can damage your
transaxle. Use
“@” or “3” as much as possible.
Don’t shift into
“2” unless you are going slower than 65 mph
(105 km/h), or you can damage your engine.
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