1997 CADILLAC CATERA trunk release

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine For more cargo space or to fold down the front
passenger's seat, you may need to remove the head
restraints. Press both release buttons at the top
of the
seatback and slide the head restraint out
of the height
adjust tubes. The
head restraint should be stored securely on the
driver's side of the trunk as shown.
Replace the head restraint when
you have finished
carrying cargo or when the passenger's seat is returned
to its normal upright position.
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Trunk Trunk Release
It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid
open because carbon monoxide
(CO) gas can
come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell
CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death
If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if
electrical wiring or other cable connections must
pass through the seal between the body and the
trunk lid:
0 Make sure all windows are shut.
0 lhrn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed with the setting
on
AUTO and the temperature between
65°F (18°C) and 85°F (29°C). That will
force outside
air into your vehicle. See
“Comfort Controls’’ in the Index.
0 If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the
way.
See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.
To use this feature,
your vehicle must be in
PARK (P). Press the trunk
release button located on the
center console next to the
radio to open the
trunk.
You can also press the trunk button on the RKE
transmitter to access the trunk compartment. Your
Catera doesn’t have
a trunk key lock cylinder.
If your Catera loses power
temporarily, you can
manually open the
trunk
using the trunk release
handle. The handle is
located on the underside
of the trunk lid on the
driver’s side.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine To access, fold down the driver’s side rear seat and
reach through to the trunk compartment to find the
release handle. For more information
on how to fold the
rear seats, see “Folding the Rear Seat” in the Index.
Pulling the handle opens the trunk.
Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Although your Catera has a number of theft-deterrent
features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it
impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help.
Key in the Ignition
If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an
easy target for joy riders or professional thieves
-- so
don’t do it.
When you park your Catera and open the driver’s door,
you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key
from the ignition and
take it with you. Always do this.
Your steering wheel will be locked, and
so will your
ignition and transmission. And remember to lock
the doors.
Parking at Night
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your
vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight.
Put them in a storage area, or take them with you.
Parking Lots
If you park in a lot where someone will be watching
your vehicle, it’s best to lock it
up and take your keys.
But what if you have to leave your key? What if you
have to leave something valuable in your vehicle?
Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk
0 Lock the glove box.
or glove
box.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine OFF (I): This position lets you turn off the engine but
still turn the steering wheel. It doesn’t lock the steering
wheel like
LOCK. Use OFF if you must have your
vehicle in motion while the engine
is off (for example, if
your vehicle is being pushed).
RUN (11): The ignition is on in this position. RUN is
used for driving your vehicle.
START (III): This position starts the engine.
To lock the steering column, remove the key while in
LOCK. Rotate the steering wheel until you hear a click.
Retained Accessory Power
The radio is the only accessory on your Catera that may
be used
for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned
to OFF.
Power to the fuel door, trunk release and door locks is
available at all times. The power window controls and the
sunroof controls are active until a door is opened
-- there
is no time limit as long as the doors remain closed.
Starting Your Engine
Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s a
safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving,
use NEUTRAL
(N) only.
NOTICE:
Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your Catera
is moving. If you do, you could damage the
transmission. Shift to PARK
(P) only when your
vehicle is stopped.
1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your
ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let
go of the key. The idle speed will
go down as your
engine gets warm.
NOTICE:
Holding your key in START for longer than
15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be
drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can
damage your starter motor.
2. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in
START for about three seconds at a time until your
engine starts. Wait about
15 seconds between each
try to help avoid draining your battery.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Convenience Net
The convenience net is on the floor of the trunk, Put
small loads, like grocery bags, under the
net. It can help
keep them from moving around during sharp turns or
quick starts and stops.
The
net is not for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the
trunk as far forward
as you can. When not using the net,
hook it to the metal loops, securing it to the floor.
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
The front ashtray is located below the radio. Press on the
cover to access it.
To clean the ashtray, press the black
tab to the right of the tray to release it.
Now pull up on
the tray to remove and clean it.
To replace the ashtray, hold the black flap (cover) down
and slide
the ashtray toward the front of the vehicle.
Using both hands, press the ashtray down to
snap it
into place.
To use the rear ashtray, lift the lid.
I NOTICE:
Don’t put papers or other flammable items
into the ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or other
smoking materials could ignite them, causing a
damaging fire.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your Catera is running. You’ll know how fast
you’re going,
how much fuel you’re using and many of the other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and
economically. The main components
of the instrument panel are:
A. Air Outlets
K. Hood Release
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever L. Hazard Warning Flasher Button
C. Driver’s Side Air Bag
M. Fuel Door Release Button
D. Instrument Cluster
N. Heated Front Seat OdOff Button
E. Windshield Washer Lever 0. Ashtray
E Comfort Controls P. Radio
G. Passenger’s Side Air Bag Q. Trunk Release Button
H. Lamp Controls
R. Traction Control OdOff Button
I. Horn S. Glove Box
J. Audio Steering Wheel Controls
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player
and Optional Compact Disc Player DSPL: Press this button to display the station
being played.
I I Finding a Station
BAND:
Press this button to select AM, FM1 or FM2
and preset stations.
SEEK-TUNE: Press and release this button to seek
to the next higher or lower radio station. Pressing and
holding this button until a chime sounds puts the radio
in a tune mode. In
this mode, higher or lower radio
stations are advanced
to in small increments until the
SEEK-TUNE button is released. Tuning stops when
you release
this button. If you press and hold the
SEEK-TUNE button again within five seconds of being
in the tune mode, tuning will continue. Waiting longer
than five seconds places the radio back in the seek mode.
SCAN: Press this button and SCAN will appear on the
For information on the compact disc player, see "Trunk
display. Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few
Mounted
CD Changer'' later in this section.
seconds. The radio will go to a station, stop for a few
Playing the Radio
PWRNOL:
Press this knob lightly to release it from its
stored position. The system will
turn on. Press the knob
again to
turn the system off. To increase volume, turn the
knob clockwise.
Turn it counterclockwise to decrease
volume. The volume level will appear
on the display. seconds,
then
go on to the next station. Press this button
again
to stop scanning.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Electrmic Level Control ......................... 4-32
Emergency
Trunk Release ........................ 2-10
Compartment Relay Center
..................... 6-61
Caolant Heater
............................... 2- 17
Coolant Temperature Gage
..................... 2-68
Coolant Temperature Warning
Light .............. 2-68
Identification
................................ 6-55
Overheating ................................. 5-14
Running
While Parked ......................... 2-29
Spscificatio
ns ................................ 6-62
Smg YOU ................................ 2-16
Engine
......................................... 6-9
..................................... CoOltUlt
6-19
Exh~
st ..................................... 2-29
Engine Oil
.................................... 6-10
Adding 6-11
Additives 6- 13
Checking
................................... 6- 11
Used 6-14
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When to Change .............................. 6-13
Engine
Speed Limiter ............................ 2-61
FmglishMetric Display
........................... 3-3
Ethan01
........................................ 6-4
Exhaust, Engine
................................ 2-29
Exteri~ Frat Bulbs ............................. 6-30
Exterior
Lamps ................................. 2-38
Exterior
RW Bulbs ............................. 6-34
Fabric
cleaning .......................... 6.46. 6.47
Fan Button. Climate Control System
................. 3-2
FillingYourTank
................................ 6-5
Filter. Air 6-15 .....................................
Filter Replacement. Passenger Compartment Air ...... 6- 17
Finish Care 6-51 ....................................
Fish Damage ................................. 6-52
First Gear. Automatic Transmission ................ 2-21
Flashers.
Hazard Warning ......................... 5-2
Flat Tire. Changing ............................. 5-23
Fog Latsps .................................... 2-42
Folding the Rear Seat
............................. 1-10
Foreign Countries. Fuel
........................... 6-5
French Language Manual
........................... ii
Front Turn Signal Lamp. Bulb Replacement .......... 6-30
Filling
Your Tank .............................. 6-5
Gage .................................. . ., ... 2-75
In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-5
Fuses and Circuit Breakers ....................... 6-57
Gages
Engine Coolant Temperature .................... 2-63
Flash-To-PassFeature
........................... 2-33
Floor Mats 2-51
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Fuel .......................................... 6-3
DoorLock ................................... 6-6
....................................... Fuel 2-75 OilPressure
................................. 2-72
GarmentHooks
................................ 2-51
GAM 4-30
Glove Box 2-48
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Gear Positions. Automatic Transmission ............. 2-19
Gold
Key Courtesy Transportation .................. 7-8
Gross Axle Weight Rating ........................ 4-30
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................... 4-30
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