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I NOTICE:
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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 rails.
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.
NOTICE:
Tire chains won't fit your compact spare. Using them will
damage your vehicle and destroy the chains too. Don't use tire
chains
on pour compact spare.
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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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TIRES
We don't make tires. Your Cadillac comes with high-quality tires made by
a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire
warranty and where to obtain service, see
your Cadillac Warranty booklet
for details.
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The Tire-Loading Information label which is located on the driver's door
shows the correct inflation prcssutes for your tires, when they're cold.
"Cold" means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or
driven
no more than a mile.
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States National Highway b Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires
by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only
to vehiclcs sold in the United States.)
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Tire Chains
NOTICE:
Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use
only
SAE Class ‘(S” type chains that are the proper size for your
tires. Install them on the front tires and tighten them
as tightly
as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and
follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions. If
you can hear
the chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retighten them. If
the contact continues, slow down until it stops. Driving too fast
or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle.
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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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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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