1995 CADILLAC DEVILLE steering

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Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting
out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint
yourself
with the feel of Ilandling and braking with the added weight of
the trailer. And always keep in mind that thc vehicle you are driving is
now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsivs as your vehicle is by
itself.
Before you start, check thc trailer hitch
and platform (and attachments),
safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires
and mirror adjustment. If
the trailer has electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and
then apply the trailer brake controlier by hand
to be sure the brakes are
working.
This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time.
During \Tour trip, check occasionally to
be sure that the load is secure, and
that the’lights and any trailer brakes are still working.
Following Distance
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when
driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help
you avoid situations
that require heavy braking and sudden turns.
Passing
You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer.
And, because you‘re a good deal longer,
you’ll need to go much farther
beyond
the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane.
Bucking Up
Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the
trailer
to the left, just move that hand to the left. To move the trailer to
the right, move your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if
possible, havc someone guide you.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key off. The steering
wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position with a clamping
device designed for towing selvicc. Do not use the whicle's steering
colunln lock for this. The trallsaxlc should he in NEUTRAL (N) and the
parking hrake relc;lsd.
ENGINE OVERHEATING
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TIIC Driver Information Center will displav either ENGINE COOL.ANT
HOT-IDLE ENGINE 01 STOP ENGINEdENGINE OVERHEATING.
In addition you will find the warning light about a hot engine on your
instrument panel on Canadian vehiclcs.

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SNOW
What you don't want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your
wheels too fast. The method known as .*rocking" can help you get out
when you're stuck, but you must use caution.
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NOTICE:
Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well
as the tires. If you spin the wheels too Fast while shifting your
transaxle back and forth, you can destroy your transaxle.
For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see "Tire Chains"
in the Index.
Rocking your vehicle to get it out:
First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area
around your
front wheels. You should turn your traction control system
off. (See "Traction Control System" in the Index.) Then shift back and
forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as
little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press
lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear. if that
doesn't get you out after a few tries, you may need to be towed out. If you
do need to be towed aut, see '*Towing Your Vehicle" in the Index.
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THERMOSTAT
Engine L. 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.
If vour thermostat needs to be replaced an AC'"' thermostat is
re&m-nended.
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NOTICE:
When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid
change, always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the propor
fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.
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FUSE
PCM (BAT)
RTD (BAT)
NC COMP
HDLPS
STOP
LP
TURNIHAZ
DRL
DRL
HTD
WIS
IGN OFF
L HDLP LO
R HDLP LO
L HDLP HI
R HDLP
HI
IGN 3
COOLING FAN
TRANS/ECS
artment Fuse Block (Continued)
USAGE
Powertrain Contro! Module (PCM)
Road Sensing Suspension (RSS) Module
AIC Compressor Clutch
Headlamp Dimmer Switch: Headlamp Relay
"D" (Engine Comp.
Micro
Relay Center); DRL Headlamp Relay "E" (with Daytime
Running Lamps); Powers
C 13
Stop/BTSl/Cruise Switch; Stoplamp Switch Capacitor: Anti-Slip
Regulation (ASR)
5 Traction Control
Hazard Flasher: Turn Flasher
Relay; Turn Flasher Module
Daytime Running Lamps (Canada)
Left and Right Lo-Beam Headlamp (Canada)
Heated Windshield Control Module
Instrument hncl Cluster
Left Lo-Beam Headlamp
Right Lo-Rem Headlamp
Left Hi-Beam Headlamp
Right Hi-Beam Headlamp
Rear Defogger Relay: Elcctronic Level Control
(ELC): Heated
Windshield: Heater and
A/C Programmer; Cruise Control
Extended Travel Brake Switch: Powertrain Control Module (PCM);
Cooling Fan Relays I. 2 and 3: Front and Rear Heated Oxygen
Sensor
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Power Steering Pressure Switch; Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
Valve: Transaxle Shift Solenoids A & B: Evaporative Emission
Control So1cnoid;Powertrain Control Modulc
(PCM): Torque
Converter Clutch
Solenoid: TCC Brake Switch
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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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DEVILLE INDEX
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A/C Overheat-A/C Off Message ...................... 2-87
Accessory Power. Retained .......................... 6-61
Adding
Automatic Transaxle
Fluid ........................ 6-19
Brake Fluid ................................ 6.26. 6.27
Engine Coolant ................................. 6-21
Engine Oil ...................................... 6-11
Power Steering Fluid ............................. 6-24
Sound Equipment ............................... 3-22
Windshield Washer Fluid .................... 2.43. 6.25
Adjuster. Seat ...................................... 1-2
Air Bag ........................................... 1-21
How Does It Restrain ............................ 1-26
How It Works ................................... 1-24
Location ....................................... 1-25
Readiness Light ............................ 1.23. 2.76
Servicing ....................................... 1-28
What Makes It Inflate ............................ 1-26
What Will You See After It Inflates ................. 1-26
When Should It Inflate ........................... 1-25
Air Cleaner ....................................... 6-16
Air Conditioning .................................... 3-4
Air Conditioning Refrigerants ........................ 6-74
Air Outlets ......................................... 3-1
Alarm. Theft Deterrent System ....................... 2-17
Alignment and Balance. Tires ........................ 6-45
Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ......................... 6-55
AM Radio ......................................... 3-8
Antenna. Care ..................................... 3-24
Antifreeze ........................................ 6-20
Anti-Lock Brakes ................................... 4-7
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ............ 2.78. 4.7
Anti-Lockout Feature ................................ 2-7
Appearance Care ................................... 6-48
Appearance Care Materials Chart ..................... 6-58
Apply Brake to Shift Message ........................ 2-87
Electrical Equipment .................... 2.23.3.22. 6-61
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