1996 CADILLAC DEVILLE instrument panel

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This light on the instrument
panel will flash indicating that the hazard warning
flashers are on.
The hazard warning flashers will work once the button
is
pressed in regardress of the key position.
Pull out on the
collar to turn the flashers off. When the
hazard warning flashers
are on, the turn signals won't
work since they
are already flashing.
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You will find an ENGINE COOLANT HOT-IDLE
ENGINE message
or a STOP ENGINE ENGINE
OVERHEATED message on the DIC. There is also an
engine temperature warning light
on the instrument
panel. See “Engine Temperature Warning Light” in the
Index.
Overheated Engine Protection Operating
Mode
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Should a low coolant condition exist and the message
STOP ENGINE
ENGINE OVERHEATED is displayed,
an overheat protection mode which alternates firing
groups
of four cylinders helps prevent engine damage.
This operating mode
allows your vehicle to be driven
to a safe place in
an emergency; you may drive up to
50 miles (80 km). Towing a trailer in the overheat
protection mode should be avoided.
I NOTICE:
After driving in the Overheated Engine
Protection Operating Mode,
to avoid engine
damage, allow the engine to cool before
attempting any repair. The engine oil may be
severely degraded. Change the
oil and reset the
oil life indicator. See “Engine Oil, When to
~ Change” in the Index.
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I A CAUTION:
You can be injured and your vehicle could be
damaged if
you try to do service work on a
vehicle without knowing enough about it.
Be sure you have sufficient knowledge,
experience, and the proper replacement
parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task.
Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and
other fasteners. “English’ and “metric”
fasteners can be easily confused. If you use
the wrong fasteners, parts can later break
or fall off. You could be hurt.
Fuel
Use premiurn unleaded gasoline rated at 91 octane or
higher.
At a minimum, it should meet specifications ASTM
D4814 in the United States and CGSB 3.5-M93 in Canada.
Improved gasoline specifications have been developed by
the American Automobile Manufacturers Association
(AAMA) for better vehicle performance and engine
protection. Gasolines meeting the
AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control
system protection compared to other gasolines.
Be sure the posted octane for premium is at least
91. If
the octane is less than
91, you may get a heavy knocking
noise when you drive.
(In an emergency, you may be
able to use a lower octane
-- as low as 87 -- if heavy
knocking does not occur.) If you’re using
91 or higher
octane unleaded gasoline and you still hear heavy
knocking, your engine needs service.
If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission
Standards (indicated on the underhood tune-up label),
it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California
specifications. If such fuels are not available
in states
adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle
will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal
specifications, but emission control system performance
may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp on
your instrument panel may
turn on and/or your vehicle
may fail a smog-check test. If this occurs, return to your
authorized Cadillac dealer for diagnosis to determine the
cause
of failure. In the event it is determined that the
cause of the condition is the type of fuels used, repairs
may not be covered by your warranty.
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In Canada, some gasolines contain an octane-enhancing
additive called
“T. If you use such fuels, your
emission control system performance may deteriorate
and
the malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument
panel may turn on. If this happens, return
to your
authorized Cadillac dealer for service.
To provide cleaner air, all gasolines are now required to
contain additives that will help prevent deposits from
forming
in your engine and fuel system, allowing your
emission control system
to function properly. Therefore,
you should not have to add anything to the fuel. In
addition, gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers
and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be
available
in your area to help clean the air. General
Motors recommends that you use these gasolines if they
comply with
the specifications described earlier.
NOTICE:
Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that
contains methanol. Don’t use it. It can corrode
metal parts
in your fuel system and also damage
plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn’t
be covered under your warranty.
Fuels in Foreign Countrics
If you plan on driving in another country outside the
United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to
find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not
recommended in
the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs
caused by
use of improper fuel wouldn’t be covered by
your warranty.
To check on fuel availability, ask an auto club, or
contact a major oil company that does business in the
country where you’ll be driving.
You can also write us at the following address for
advice. Just tell us where you’re going and give your
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation North American Export Sales
(NAES)
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, Ontario
L1H 8P7
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Hood Release
Pull the lever inside the
vehicle to open the hood. It
is located on the lower left
~ side of the instrument panel.
Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the
secondary hood release lever which is located under the
front edge
of the grille. Lift up on the release lever as
you raise the hood.
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Use
a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or
saddle soap.
For stubborn stains, use a GM Vinylbeather Cleaner
or equivalent product.
0 Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive
cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather.
dirt is allowed to work into the finish, it can harm
the leather.
Soiled leather should be cleaned immediately. If
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces
of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or
waxes may cause annoying reflections
in the windshield
and even make
it difficult to see through the windshield
under certain conditions. Use
a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use
mild dish washing
soap). Dry the wood immediately
with a clean cloth.
Cleaning Speaker Covers
Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the
speaker won’t be damaged. Some spots and stains will
clean
off better with just water and mild soap. If
something gets on one of them and you need to use a
solvent, follow these steps:
Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean, dull knife or scraper. Use very little cleaner,
light pressure and clean cloths (preferably
cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at
the outside of
the stain, “feathering” toward the center. Keep
changing
to a clean section of the cloth.
’ When you clean a stain from fabric, immediately
dry the area with a blow dryer to help prevent a
cleaning ring.
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PART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE
1050004 2.75 sq. ft. Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching
1050172 16 oz. (0.473
L) Tar and Road Oil Remover Also removes old waxes and polishes
, 1050173 16 oz. (0.473
L) Chrome Cleaner and Polish Removes rust and corrosion
1050 174
16 oz. (0.473 L) White Sidewall Tire Cleaner
Removes soil and black marks
1050201 16 02. (0.473 L) Magic Mirror Cleaner Polish
Exterior cleaner and polish
10502 14 32
02. (0.946 L) Vinyl and Leather Cleaner Spot and stain removal
1050427 23
02. (0.680 L) Glass Cleaner Cleans grease, grime and smoke film
1050429
6 lbs. (2.72 kg) Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner Cleans vinyl, cloth, tires and mats
1 1051398* I 8 oz. (0.237 L) I Spot Lifter I For cloth
I 1051515 I 32
oz. (0.946 L) } Optikleen I Windshield washer solvent and antifreeze
1052870 16
oz. (0.473 L) Wash and Wax Concentrate Exterior wash
1052918**
8 oz. (0.237 L) Armor All TM Protector Protects vinyl, leather and rubber
1052929
16 oz. (0.473 L) Wheel Cleaner
Spray on wheel cleaner
1052930
8 oz. (0.237 L) Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts and absorbs soils
12345002** 16
02. (0.473 L) Armor All TM Cleaner
Cleans vinyl, leather and rubber
12345725
I 12 oz. (0.354 L) I Silicone Tire Shine I Shines tires
See
your General Motors Parts Department for these products. * Not recommended for pigskin suede leather.
See ‘Fluids and Lubricants”
in the Index. ** Not recommended for use on instrument panel vinyl.
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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
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ENGINE/1996 T ASSEMBLY
CODE MODEL YEAR PLANT I
This is the legal, identifier for your Cadillac. It appears
on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on
the driver’s side. .You can see it if
you look through the
windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also
appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service
Parts
labels and the certificates of title and registration.
Engine Identification
The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code.
This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacement
parts.
Service Parts Identification Label
You’ll find this label on the rear wall of the trunk on the
passenger’s side. It’s very helpful if
you ever need to
order
parts. On this label is:
your VIN,
the model designation,
paint information and
0 a list of all production options and special
equipment.
Be sure that this label is
not removed from the vehicle.
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