1995 CADILLAC DEVILLE tow

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.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine IfNo Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem
may not be
too serious. Sonletimes the engine can get a little too hot
when you:
Climb a long hill on a hot day.
Stop after high speed driving.
Idle for long periods in traffic.
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If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam,
or so:
1. Turn off your air conditioner.
try this for a minute
2. Dial temperature control to the highest heat setting and open the
3. If you’re in a traffic jam, shift to NEUTRAL (N); otherwise, shift to
window, as necessary.
thi highest gear while driving -- AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (0) or
THIRD (3).
If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe,
drive slower for about
10 minutes. If the warning doesn’t come back on,
you can drive normally.
If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your vehicle right away.
If there’s still no sign
of steam, you can idle the engine for two or three
minutes
while you‘re parked, to see if the warning stops. But then, if you
still have the warning, turx off the cwgillc alzdgct c‘wyouc out of [he vehicle
until it cools down.
You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine IF Y0UX.E STUCK: IN SAND, MUD, ICE OR
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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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine ENGINE OIL
If the CHECK OIL light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you
need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see
“Check
Oil Light” in the Index. You should check your engine oil level
regularly;
this is an added reminder.
It’s a good idea
to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order
to get an accurate reading,
the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be
on level ground.
Turn off the engine and
give
the oil a few
minutes
to drain back
into
the oil pan. If you
don‘t, the
oil dipstick
might
not show the
actual level.
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Puli out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it
back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check thc
level.
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Then dry it immediately with a blow dryer or a heat lamp.
NOTICE:
Be carefill. A blow dryer may scorch the fabric.
Wipe with clean cloth.
Using Solve~~t-Type Cleaner on Fabric
Special Cleaning Prublems

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF YOUR
CADILLLAC
The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss
retention and durability.
Washing Your Vehicle U
The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by
washing it often with lukewarm or cold water.
Don’t wash your vehicle
in the direct ram of the sun. Dodt use strong
soaps
or chemical detergents. Use liquid hand, dish or car washing (mild
detergent) soaps.
Don‘t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or
that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be flushed
promptly and
not allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry
the finish with a soft, clean chamois or a 100% cotton towel to avoid
surface scratches and watcr spotting.
High pressurc car washes
may cause water to entcr your vehicle.
Finish Care
Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Cadillac by hand may be
llezessary
to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM
approved cleaning products from your dcaler. (See “Appearance Care and
Materials”
in the Index.)
Your Cadillac
has a “baseCo;tt/cl~~lrco~t” paint finish. The clearcoat gives
more depth and
gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and
polishes that are non-abrasive
and made for a basecoatlclearcoat paint
finish.
NOTICE:
Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a
basecoat/clearcoat
paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl
marks.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Roadside Service represents the spirit of luxury leadership at Cadillac
Motor Car Division. We hope the need never arises, but if it does,
Roadside Service is there for you!! Roadside Service covers you on the
road, far from home, all day and night, weekends and holidays. THERE
ARE NO MEMBERSHIP OR ENROLLMENT CHARGES. Any
Cadillac is eligible under this program.
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- ROADSIDE SERV'CE AVMLABILITY -
TYPE
OF ASSISTAFdCE
Phone Advisor
Dealer Technician
Towing
Battery Jump Start
Lockout Assistance
Fuel Delivery
Tire Change
DAILY INCLUDING
HOLIDAYS
~
8 a.m. - 12 midnight I
24 Hours
Cadillac Roadside Service is just one of your Cadillac Owner Privilegessm
that leads
to peace of mind.
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Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Privilegessm at “no
charge”, throughout your 1995 Cadillac Warranty Period - 48 Months,
or 50,000 Miles180,OOO Kilometers.
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EMERGENCY ROAD SERVICE - is performed on site for the
following
situations:
TOWING SERVICE
BATTERY JUMP START
LOCK OUT ASSISTANCE
FUEL DELIVERY
FIAT TIRE CHANGE (* Covers change only)
* Tire replacement/warranty coverage must be
determined
by a Cadillac dealer or appropriate tire
manufacturer.
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