1996 CADILLAC SEVILLE wheel size

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For the 1948 model, Cadillac introduced the legendary
tail fin which once more set the trend in automotive
styling for nearly two decades. This was closely
followed with the two door hardtop Coupe DeVille and
the industry's
first modern overhead valve, high
compression
V8 engine on the 1949 model.
Engineering innovations, conveniences and styling
dominated the
'50s and '60s. Cruise control, automatic
climate control, tilt and telescoping steering wheels,
twilight sentinel and four door hard tops all debuted in
these years. In 1957 the Eldorado Brougham featured advances such
as air suspension,
memory seat,
automatic electric door locks, transistor radio, a brushed
stainless steel roof and low profile tires.
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1957 Eldorado Brougham
The Eldorado, introduced in 1953, was redesigned for
1967 as the first front wheel drive personal luxury
car.
The 472 cu. in. V8 engine used in all Cadillacs in 1968
and 1969 was enlarged to
500 cu. in. for all 1970
through 1976 Eldorados. The Track Master
computerized skid control braking system option
debuted on 1970 Eldorados.
A driver and passenger Air Cushion Restraint
system (air bag) was available
on all 1974, 1975 and
1976 Cadillacs.
Analog Electronic Fuel Injection was available, on
1975 Cadillacs and standard
on the new international
size 1976 Seville. In 1978, the Trip Computer option
incorporated the first on-board microprocessor.
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NOTICE:
Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to
brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid
expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel
nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper
torque specification.
Don’t try
to put a wheel cover on your compact spare
tire.
It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until
you have the
flat tire repaired or replaced.
NOTICE:
Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare. If
you try to put a wheel cover on your compact
spare,
you could damage the cover or the spare.
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools
CAUTION:
Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the
passenger compartment
of the vehicle could
cause injury. In
a sudden stop or collision, loose
equipment could strike someone. Store all these
in the proper place.
After you’ve put the compact spare tire
on your vehicle,
you’ll need
to store the flat tire in your trunk. Use the
following procedure to secure the
flat tire in the trunk.
Put the flat tire in the trunk so the side that faces out
when it is on the vehicle is facing down. The full-size
tire will not fit down into the well. Place
it so the front is
in the well and the rear is out of the well.
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Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while
driving.
If you mix tires of different sizes or types
(radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not
handle properly, and
you could have a crash.
Using
tires of different sizes may also cause
damage to your vehicle. Be sure to
use the same '
size and type tires on all four wheels.
It's all right to drive with your compact spare,
though.
It was developed for use on your vehicle.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
The following information relates to the system
developed by the United States National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration, which grades
tires by
treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This
applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.) The
grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger
car tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system
does not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires,
space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal
rim diameters
of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm),
or to some limited-production tires.
While the tires available on General Motors passenger
cars and light trucks may
vary with respect to these
grades, they must also conform to Federal safety
requirements and additional General Motors Tire
Performance Criteria
(TPC) standards.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded
150 would wear one and a half
(1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and
may depart significantly from the norm due to variations
in driving habits, service practices and differences in
road characteristics and climate.
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I A CAUTION: 1
Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is
dangerous.
You can’t know how it’s been used or
suddenly and cause an accident. If you have to
replace
a wheel, use a new GM original
equipment wheel.
~ how many miles it’s been driven. It could fail
Tire Chains
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I NOTICE:
Use tire chains only where legal and only when
you must. Use only
SAE Class “S” type chains
that are the proper size for your tires. Install
them on the front tires and tighten them
as
tightly as possible with the ends securely
fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain
manufacturer’s instructions. If
you can hear the
chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retighten
them.
If the contact continues, slow down until it
stops. Driving too fast
or spinning the wheels
with chains on will damage your vehicle.
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I PARTNUMBER I SIZE I DESCRIPTION I USAGE
1050004 2.75 sq. ft. Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching
1050 172 16 oz. (0.473 L) Tar and Road Oil
Remover Also removes old waxes and polishes
10501 73
16 oz. (0.473 L) Chrome Cleaner and Polish Removes rust
and corrosion
1050174 16 oz. (0.473 L) White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Removes
soil and black marks
1050201 16 oz. (0.473 L) Magic Mirror Cleaner Polish Exterior cleaner
and polish
1050214 32 oz. (0.946 L) Vinyl and
Leather Cleaner Spot and stain removal
1050427 23 oz. (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
105 1398* 8 oz. (0.237 L) Spot Lifter For
cloth
1051515 32 02. (0.946 L) Optikleen Windshield washer solvent
and antifreeze
1052870 16 oz. (0.473 L) I 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 oz. (0.473 L) Armor All ’IM Cleaner Cleans vinyl, leather
and rubber
12345725 I 12 oz. (0.354 L) Silicone Tire Shine 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.