1995 CADILLAC ELDORADO power steering

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Your vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin. This is
especially useful in slippery road conditions.
The system operates only if it
senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to
lose traction. When this happens, the system works the front brakes and
reduces engine power (by shutting off
fuel injectors) to limit wheel spin.
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The TRACTION ACTIVE message will display on the Driver
Information Center when the traction control system is limiting wheel
spin. See “Driver Information Center Messages”
in the Index. You may
feel
the system working, or you may notice some noise, but this is normal.
If your vehicle is
in cruise control when the traction control system begins
to
limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. When
road conditions allow you to safely use
it again, you may re-engage the
cruise control. (See “Cruise Control”
in the Index.)
The TRACTION DISABLED message
will display on the Driver
Information Center to let
you know if there’s a problem with your traction
control system. See “Driver Information Center Messages”
in the Index.
When this message is displayed, the system will not limit wheel spin.
Adjust your driving accordingly.
Braking in Emergencies
Use your anti-lock braking system when you need to. With anti-lock, you
can steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can
help you more than even the very best braking.
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Power Steering
If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is
not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort.
Steering Tips
Driving on Curves
It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
A lot of the “driver lost control’’ accidents mentioned on the news happen
on curves. Here’s why:
Experienced driver or beginner, each
of us is subject to the same laws of
physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tires against the road
surface makes
it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn
the front wheels.
If there’s no traction, inertia will keep the vehicle going
in the same direction. If you’ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice,
you’ll understand this.
The traction you can get
in a curve depends on the condition of your tires
and the road surface,
the angle at which the curve is banked, and your
speed. While you’re
in a curve, speed is the one factor you can control.
Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed.
Of
course, the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions.
Under
less favorable conditions you’ll want to go slower.
If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before
you enter
the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead.
Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a
reasonable, steady speed. Wait
to accelerate until you are out of the curve,
and then accelerate gently into
the straightaway.
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Then go to the front of
the vehicle and lift the
secondary hood release
to open the hood.
The fluid usage label is a color coded label identifying the various fluids
used in your vehicle.
Colors represented on the label match the lettering or handle color
of the
fluid you want
to check.
0 GREEN: Engine Coolant
ORANGE: Power Steering Fluid
0 YELLOW: Engine Oil
0 RED: Transmission Fluid
0 WHITE: Brake Fluid
BLUE: Washer Fluid
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Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine
coolant system. Thc thcrrnostat stops
the flow of coolant through the
radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature.
If your thermostat needs to be replaced an AC@ thermostat is
recommended.
POWER STEERING FLUID
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How to Check Power Steering Fluid
When the engine compartment is cool, unscrew the cap and wipe the
dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it.
Then
remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick.
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When the engine compartment is
hot,
the level
should be at the
HOT mark.
cool, the level
should be at the
FULL COLD
mark.
A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system
inspected and repaired.
What to Add
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to
use.
I NOTICE:
When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid
change, always use the proper
fluid. Failure to use the proper
fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.
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FUEL PUMP
PCM (BAT) RTD (BAT)
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A/C COMP
HDLPS
TURN/HAZ
DRL
DRL
HTD W/S
IGN OFF
L HDLP
LO
I R HDLP LO Ignition
Control Module
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TRANSECS Sensing
& Diagnostic Module
Powertrain Control Module (PCM); PASS-KeymII Decode llodule
1,4,6 and 7 Fuel Injectors
2,3,5 and 8 Fuel Injectors
A/C Refrigerant Pressure Switch; Transaxle Range Switch;
Stop/BTSI/Cruise Brake Switch; Instrument Panel Cluster; Keyless
Entry Module; DiagnosticEnergy Reserve Module (Derm);
Cornering Lamps; Tbrn/Hazard Switch Assy; Chime Module;
Headlamp Switch; Twilight Sentinel/DRL Module
Fuel Pump; Oil Pressure Switch; Powertrain Control Module
Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Road Sensing Suspension (RSS) Module
NC Compressor Clutch
Headlamp Dimmer Switch; Headlamp Relay “D” (Engine Comp.
Micro Relay Center); DRL Headlamp Relay
“E’ (with Daytime
Running Lamps); Powers C13
Stop/BTSI/Cruise Switch; Sto lamp Switch Capacitor; Anti-Slip
Regulation (ASR)S Traction 8ontrol
Hazard Flasher; Turn Flasher Relay; Turn Flasher Module
Daytime Running Lamps (Canada)
Left and Right Lo-Beam Headlamp (Canada)
Heated Windshield Control Module
Instrument Panel Cluster
Left Lo-Beam Headlamu
(PCM)
Right Lo-Beam Headlamp
Left Hi-Beam Headlamp
Right Hi-Beam Headlamp
Rear Defogger Relay; Electronic Level Control (ELC); Heated
Windshield; Heater and A/C Programmer; Cruise Control
Extended Travel Brake Switch; Powertrain Control Module (PCM); \
Cooling Fan Relays
1,2 and 3; Front and Rear Heated Oxygen Sensor
Power Steering Pressure Switch; Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
Valve; Transaxle Shift Solenoids A
& B; Evaporative Emission
Control Solenoid; Powertrain Control Module (PCM); Torque
Converter Clutch Solenoid; TCC Brake Switch
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Exhaust Gas Recirculation ....................... Controlled Flow
Catalytic Converter
........................... Ceramic Monolith
Evaporative Emission Control
.................. Charcoal Canister
Crankcase Emission Control
........................... PCV Valve
Electronic System
......................... Open and Closed Loop
Exhaust System
Type ................................ Crossunder Pipe and Y Pipe
Muffler
........................................ Dual, Tri-Flow
Resonator
............................... Straight-Through Bottle
Exhaust Pipe
..................................... Stainless Steel
Intermediate Pipe
................................. Stainless Steel
Tail Pipe
......................................... Stainless Steel
Electrical System
Voltage ................................................... 12
Alternator
........................................... 140Amp
Ground
............................................. Negative
Air
Conditioning System
Refrigerant-R134a ............................... 2.0 lbs. (.91 kg)
Fluid Capacities
Transaxle (4T80E) ................................ .30 pts. (14 L)
Engine Oil ...................................... 7.0 qts. (6.62 L)
With Filter Change ................................ 7.5 qts. (6.6 L)
Engine Cooling System .......................... 12.5 qts. (1 1.8 L)
Fuel Tank ...................................... 20 gals. (75.7 L)
Power Steering ................................... 1.3 qts. (1.2 L)
Windshield Washer Reservoir ....................... 4.2 qts. (4.1 L)
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Capacities and Specifications ......................... 6-71
Carbon Monoxide ......................... 2.34.4.29. 4.36
Cassette Tape Player Care ........................... 3-20
Center Console .................................... 2-13
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp Bulb Replacement .... 6-40
Center Passenger Position ........................... 1-35
Certificationmire Label ............................. 4-31
Chains. Safety ..................................... 4-36
Chains. Tire ....................................... 6-50
Change Engine Oil Message ......................... 2-88
Change Oil Soon Message ........................... 2-88
Change Trans Fluid Message ......................... 2-87
Changing a Flat Tire ................................ 5-22
Check Brake Fluid Message .......................... 2-87
Check Coolant Level Message ........................ 2-87
Check Fuel Gage Message ........................... 2-87
Check Washer Fluid Message ................... 2.88, 2.89
Checking
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
........................ 6-19
Brake Fluid ..................................... 6-30
Engine Coolant ................................. 6-25
Engineoil ...................................... 6-11
Power Steering Fluid ............................. 6-26
Restraint Systems ................................ 1-51
Things Under the Hood ........................... 6-8
Chemical Paint Spotting ............................. 6-59
Child Restraints .................................... 1-38
Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position ............ 1-41
Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position ........... 1-42
Securing in the Right Front Seat Position ............ 1-45
Top Strap ....................................... 1-40
Where to Put ................................... 1-39
Cigarette Lighter ................................... 2-68
Circuit Breaker. Power Windows and Other Power Options 6-69
Cleaner, Air ....................................... 6-16
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels
............................... 6-58
Fabric .......................................... 6-52
Glass .......................................... 6-56
Leather ........................................ 6-54
Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades ......... 6-56
Speaker Covers .................................. 6-55
Special Problems ................................ 6-53
Stains ........................................... 6-52
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