1995 CADILLAC DEVILLE flat tire

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This Cadillac Manual is divided into major sections.
Introduction
- How to Use this Manual .......................... iii 1
This section tells you how to use your manual and includes safety
and vehicle damage warnings and symbols.
Section
1 - Seats and Restraint Systems ......................... 1-1 I
This section tells you how to use your seats and safety
belts properly.
It also explains the “SIR” system.
Section
2 - Features and Controls .............................. 2-1 1
This section explains how to start and operate your Cadillac.
Section
3 - Comfort Controls and Audio Systems . a . . . . . . e 3-1 1
This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and
comfort
controls and how to operate your audio system.
Section 4 - Your Driving and the Road .......................... 4-1 1
Here you’ll find heipful information and tips about the
road and how to drive under different conditions.
Section
5 - Problems on the Road .............................. 5-1 1
This section tells you what to do if you have a problem
while driving, such
as a flat tire, or engine overheating, etc.
Section
6 - Service and Appearance Care ........................
Here the manual tells you how to keep your Cadillac
running properly and looking good.
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For more information on “Reporting Safety Defects”, see Owner
Assistance, Page
4.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable
following distance. Expect
to move slightly slower at night.
When
you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in
advance. If vou miss your exit do not, under any circumstances, stop and
back
up. Dr& on tolthe ncst exit.
The exit
ramp can be cuwed, sometimes quite sharply.
The exit
speed is usually posted.
BEFORE LEAUNG ON A LONG TRIP
Make sure vou're ready. Try to be well rested. If vou must start when
you're not iresh -- such as aftcr a day's work -- d6n.t plan to make too
many miles that first part of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and
shoes
you can easily driw in.
Is vour vehicle ready for a long trip'! If you keep it stlnliced and
miintained, it's ready
to go. If it needs service, have it done before
starting
out. Of course, you'll find experienced and able service experts in
Cadillac dealerships all across North America. They'll be ready and
willing
to help if you need it.
Here are some things you can check before a trip:
Wirdd1ield Woslter Fluid: Is the reservoir full'? Are all windows clean
inside
and outside?
Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip, Is the tread
good enough for long-distancc driving? Are thc tires all inflated to the
recornnxnded pressure'?
Should you
delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system'?
Weather Fomusts: What's the weather outlook along your route?
Mcq~s: Do you have up-to-date maps?
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HILL AND MOUNTMN ROADS
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Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or
rolling terrain.
If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there?
here are
some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable.
0 Keep your vchicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the
brake;. tires. cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard
on mountain roads.
Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this:
let your engine do some of the slowing down. Shift to a lower gear
when
you go down a steep or long hill.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Then, shut the engine off' and close the window almost all the way to
preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you
feel reallv u~~comfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible.
Presewe'the fuel as long as you can. 'To help keep warm, vou can get out
of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises eve1i half hour or so
until hclp comes.
LOADING YOUR VEHICLE
TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION
OCCUPANTS
VEHICLE CAP. WT. I
INFORMATION
FRT. CTR. RR. TOTAL LBS. KG
MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE
CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE
TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURE
RTG PSVKPa
FRT.
RR.
SPA.
IF TIRES ARE HOT. ADD 4PSV28KPa SEE
OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL
TLVO labels on your vehicle show how nwch wcight it may properly carry.
The Tire-Loading Information label found on the driver's door tells you
the proper size? speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the
tires on your vehicle. It also gives you important information about the
number
of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight that you
can carry. This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes
the weight of all occupants, cargo and all non-factory installed options.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine CMGING A FLAT TIRE
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The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire.
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7. Position the jack under the vehicle. Your vehicle has a notch 011 the
frame near each of the wheels. Fit the lift head into the notch nearest
the wheel with the flat tire.
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9. Remove all of the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire.
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10. Remove any rust
or dirt from the
wheel bolts,
mounting
surfaces and
spare wheel.
Place the spare
on the wheel
mounting
surface.
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