1995 CADILLAC ELDORADO Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine TAILLAWP BULB REPUCEMENT
Taillamp bulb replacement is the same for either the Eldorado or the
Eldorado Touring Coupe.
3.. Open the trunk to gain access to the taillamp housing.
2. Remove the plastic trim retainer screws and pull back the trim
material.
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3. Remove the two wing nuts.
4. Gently remove the taillamp housing.
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BULB REPLACEMENT
1. Gently pry up on
trim, like this.
3. Replace the bulb.
Reverse the steps to reassemble the stoplamp assembly.
Twist the socket
counterclockwise and remove
the
socket and bulb
from the housing.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine WIPER BLADE REPLACEMENT
To replace the entire wiper blade, follow these steps:
1. Position the windshield wipers on the windshield in the “mid” wipe
position.
To do this, turn the ignition key to ACCESSORY and turn
the wipers
on. Then with the door open, turn the ignition key to OFE
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2. Insert the tip of a small screwdriver into the slot as shown and gently
press down
to release the wiper blade from the arm.
3. To install the wiper blade, align the wiper arm pin with the hole on the
wiper blade assembly and snap
it into place. Return the wipers to their
normal position.
If you only want to replace the wiper insert, follow these steps:
1. Position the windshield wipers on the windshield in the “mid” wipe
position.
To do this, turn the ignition key to ACCESSORY and turn
the wipers on. Then with the door open, turn the ignition key to OFF.
2. Insert the tip of a small screwdriver into the slot as shown and gently
3. Insert a small coin between the edge of the blade housing and the
press down
to release the wiper blade from the arm.
rubber blade insert.
4. Carefully apply pressure until the insert clears one side of the housing tabs.
5. Now pull the insert from the blade housing.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 6. Reinstall the new insert by aligning the bladc housing tabs and the
edge
of the insert, starting with the second set from the outer edge.
Make sure that the insert is connected to all of the housing tabs and
that it moves freely back and forth.
7. To install the wiper blade, align the wiper arm pin with the hole on the
wiper blade assembly and snap
it into place. Return thc wipers to their
normal position.
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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A CAUTION:
Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
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0 Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of
too much friction. You could have an air-out and a serious
accident. See “Loading Your Vehicle”
in the Index.
Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires.
The resulting accident could cause serious
injury. Check all
tires frequently
to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire
pressure should be checked when your tires are
cold.
Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut, punctured, or
broken by a sudden impact, such as when you hit a pothole.
Keep tires
at the recommended pressure.
Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If your tread is badly
worn, or if your tires have been damaged, replace them. . .
See (‘Inflation - Tire Pressure” in this section for inflation
pressure adjustment for higher speed
driving.
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The Tire-Loading Information label which is located on the driver’s door
shows the correct inflation pressures 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.
If you’ll be driving at speeds higher than 100 mph (160 km/h) where it is
legal, raise the “cold” inflation pressure
of each tire to 35 psi (240 kPa).
When you end this very high speed driving, reduce the “cold” inflation
pressures to those listed
on the Tire-Loading Information label.
NOTICE:
Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation,is
all right. It’s not.
If your tires don’t have enough air
(underinflation) you can get:
0 Too much flexing
Too much heat
0 Tire overloading
Bad wear
0 Bad handling
0 Bad fuel economy.
If your tires have too much air (overinflation), you can get:
Unusual wear
Bad handling
Rough ride
0 Needless damage from road hazards.
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Check your tires once a month or more.
Don’t forget your compact sparc tire.
It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa).
How to Check
Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. Simply
looking at the tires
will not tell you the pressure, especially ii you have
radial tires
-- which may look properly inflated even if they’re
underinflated.
If your tires have valve caps, be sure to put them back on. They help
prevent leaks
by keeping out dirt and moisture.
Tire Inspection and Rotation
Tires should be inspected every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to ‘13 000 km)
for any signs
of unusual wear. If unusual wear is present, rotate your tires
as
soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged
tires or wheels. See “When it’s Time for
New Tires” and “Wheel
Replacement” later in this section
for more information.
The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires
on the vehicle. The first rotation is the most important. See “Scheduled
Maintenance Services”
in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals.
When rotating your
tires, always use
the
correct rotation pattern
shown here.
Don’t include the compact spare tire
in your tire rotation.
After the tires have been rotated, adjust
the front and rear inflation
pressures as
shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. Make certain that
all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” in the Index.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine When it% Time for New Tires
One way to tell when
it’s time for new tires
is to check the
treadwear indicators,
which will appear
when your tires have
only
1/16 inch
(1.6 mm) or less of
tread remaining.
You need a new tire if
You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire.
You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber.
0 The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show
cord
or fabric.
0 The tire has a bump, bulge or split.
0 The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that can’t be repaired
well because
of the size or location of the damage.
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