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NOTICE:
Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute
Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol. Failure to
use the proper oil can result in engine damage not covered by
your warranty.
GM Goodwrench‘:” oil (in Canada, GM Enginc L Oil) meets all the
requirements for your vehicle.
Engine Oil Additives
Don‘t add anything to vour oil. Your Cadillac dealer is ready to advise if
you think something should be added.
When to Charzge Engine Oil
Your Cadillac has an *‘Oil Life Indicator.” This feature will kt you know
when to change your oil and filter -- usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km)
and 7.500 miles (12 SOU km) since your last oil change. Under severe
conditions, the indicator may come
on before 3:OOO miles (5 000 km).
Never drive your vehicle more than 7:500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months
without an
oil change.
The system won‘t detect dust in the oil. So. if you drive in a dusty area? be
sure
to change your oil everv 3,000 miles (5 000 krn) or sooner if the
CHANGE OIL SOON lighi comes on. Remember to reset the Oil Life
Indicator when thc oil has been changed. For more information. see “Oil
Life Indicator” in the Index.
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After the oil has been changed, display the 01L LIFE LEFT message by
pressing the INFORMATION button. Then press and hold the RESET
button until the display shows "100." This resets the oil life index. The
message will remain off until the next oil change is needed. The
percentage of oil life remaining may be checked at any time bv pressing
the
INFORMATION button several times until the OIL LIFk LEFT
message appears. For more information on the Oil Life Index feature. see
*'Oil Life Index'' in the Index.
Engine Coolant Heater
An engine coolant heater can be a big help if vou have to park outside in
very cold weather. 0' F (- 18' C) or colder. Ifyour vehicle has this option,
see-*.Engine Coolant Heater" in the Index.
What to Do with, Used Oil
Did vou know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be
unhealthy for vour skin and could even cause cancer'! Don't
let used oil
stav on your skin for. very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and
waier, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw away clothing or
rags containing used engine oil. (See the manufacturer's warnings about
the use and disposal of oil products.)
Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If vou change your own
oil. be sure to drain all free-flowing oil from the filtdr before disposal.
Don't
ever dispose of oil by putting it in the trash. pouring it on the
hy taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problcm
propcrly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer. a scrvicc station or a
local recycling center ior hclp.
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2 Oround, into sewers. or into streams or bodies of water. Instead, recycle it
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Don't let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid. For
example? just a few drops
of mineral-based oil, such as
engine
oil, in your brake system can damage brake system
parts
so badIy that they'll have to be replaced.
Brake fluid can damage paint, so be careful not to spill brake
fluid on your vehicle. If you do, wash it off immediately. See
"Appearance Care"
in the Index.
Brake Wear
Your Cadillac has four-tvhecl disc brakes.
Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched
warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed.
The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is
moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).
NOTICE:
Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in
costly brake repair.
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Here is how to change the halogen L. headlamp bulb. Begin by lifting up on
the access cover.
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2. Disconnect thc socket from the harness by separating the 1ocking Y clip.
NOTICE: .-
Do not touch the glass portion of the new haiogen bulb! The oil
from your fingers will shorten the life of your new halogen bulb. -- -
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agents, road
oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from
industrial chimneys, etc. can damage vow vehicle's finish if they remain
on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicleas soon as possible. If necessary, use
non-abrasive cleaners that arc marked
safe for painted surfaces to remove
foreign matter.
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging,
wcather and chemical
fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. You can help to keep
the paint
finish looking ncw by kceping your Cadillac garaged or covered
wlxmcver possible.
ALUMINUM WHEELS
NOTICE:
Don't use an automatic car wash that has hard silicon carbide
cleaning brushes. These brushes
can take the protective coating
off your aluminum wheels.
TIRES
To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleancr.
When applying a tire dressing always take carc to wipe off any overspray
or splash from painted surfaces. Petrolcum-based products 1;ay damage
the paint finish.
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Type of Intake ..................................... Stationary
Filter System ...................................... Full-Flow
Oil Pump ........................................... Geroto
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure ................. 15.0 psi ( 103 kPa)
Thermostat Starts
To Open ............... 192- 190 O F (S9-93 O C)
Water Pump Type ................................. Centrifugal
Drive
Belt ....................................... Serpentine
Radiator
Corc .................................... Aluminum
Radiator Cooling
Ems (2) ............................. Electric
FUEL SYSTEM
Induction Type ............ Sequential Port Fuel Injection (SPFI)
System Pressure .................... 33.4-43.5 psi (230-300 kPa)
Idle SDC~ .................................. PCM Controllcd
.............. Paper Type Element
................ Electric (In Tank)
ium Unlcaded (91 Octane or Higher)
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Filter Type .................
Fuel Pump .................
Fuel Required ......... Prem
AUTOMATIC TRRNSAXLE
Trade Name ............................. Hydra-Matic 4T60E
Type ..................................... 4-Speed Automatic
Viscous Converter Clutch
Fluid Required ............................... DEXRON'."'-III
Axle Ratio ........................................... 2.73: 1
0-72.
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Exhaust Gas Recirculation .................... Controlled Flow
Catalytic Convertrr ......................... Ceramic Monolith
Evaporative Emission Control ................ Charcoal Canister
Crankcasc
Emission Control ........................ PCV Valve
Elec.tronic
System ...................... Open and Closed Loop
EXHAUSl’SYSTEM
Tvpe ............................... Single with Crossover Pipe
Muffler .................................. One-Reverse Flow
Resonator ............................................ None
Exhaust Pipe .................................. Stainless Steel
Intermediate
Pipe .............................. Stainlcss Steel
‘hi1 Pipc ...................................... Stainless Steel
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Voltage ................................................ 12
Ground ........................................... Negative
Alternator ........................................ 140 Amp
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
Refrigerant-R134a ............................
FLUID CAPACITIES
2.0 Ibs. (31 kg)
Ransaxle (4TGOE) ............................. 20 pts. (9.5 L)
Engine Oil ................................... 5.0 qts. (4.73 L)
With Filter Change ............................. 5.5 qts. (5.2 L)
Engine Cooling System ..................... 10.68 qts. (10. I 1 L)
Fuel Tank ................................... 20 gal. (75.76 L)
Power Steering ................................ 1.3 qts (1.2 Lj
Windshield Washer Reselwir .................... 3.2 qts (4.1 L)
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Spark Plugs ................................ 20 Nm ( 15 Ib. ft.)
Oil P;ln Drain Plug ........................... 30 NTH (71 Ib. ft.)
KEHICLE DIMENSIONS
Shipping Weight ........................ - 1757.7 lbs. ( 1704.5 kg)
Wheel Base ............................. 113.8 in. (2890.5 mm)
Length .................................. 109.7 in. (5326 mm)
Height ................................... 56.3 in. (14.31 mm)
Width .................................... 76.6 in. (1946 mm)
Front Track ............................... 60.9 in. ( 1546 mm)
Rear Track ................................ 60.9 in. ( 1546 II~)
AIR CONDITIONING REFRIGERANTS
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