1997 CADILLAC CATERA wheel bolt torque

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 9. Tighten the wheel
bolts firmly
in a
criss-cross sequence
as shown.
1 A CAUTION:
I
Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tightened
wheel bolts can cause the wheel to become loose
and even come
off. This could lead to an accident.
Be sure to use
the correct wheel bolts. If you have
to replace them, be sure to get new
GM original
equipment wheel bolts.
Stop somewhere
as soon as you can and have the
bolts tightened with
a torque wrench to 80 lb-ft
(110 Nam).
NOTICE:
Improperly tightened wheel bolts can lead to
brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid
expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel
bolts in the proper sequence and to the proper
torque specification.
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brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or
lightly applied. This does not mean something is
wrong with your brakes.
Properly torqued wheel bolts are necessary to help
prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated,
inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel
bolts in the proper sequence
to GM specifications.
Brake linings should always be replaced as complete
axle sets.
See “Brake System Inspection’’ in Section
7 of the
Maintenance Schedule booklet under Part
C “Periodic
Maintenance Inspections.”
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to
normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal
travel. This could be a sign
of brake trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you apply the brakes, with or without the
vehicle moving, your brakes adjust for wear.
Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a modem vehicle is complex.
Its many parts have to be
of top quality and work well
together
if the vehicle is to have really good braking.
Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality
GM brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking
system
-- for example, when your brake linings wear
down and you have to have new ones put in
-- be sure
you get new approved GM replacement parts. If you
don’t, your brakes may no longer work properly. For
example,
if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong
for your vehicle, the balance between your front and
rear brakes can change
-- for the worse. The braking
performance you’ve come
to expect can change in many
other ways
if someone puts in the wrong replacement
brake parts.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Tire Inspection and Rotation
Tires should be rotated at 5,000 miles (8 000 km) and
then every
10,000 miles ( 16 000 km) thereafter. Any
time you notice unusual wear, 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 Maintenance Schedule
booklet for scheduled rotation intervals. When rotating your tires,
always use the correct
rotation pattern shown here.
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 bolts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Bolt
Torque”
in the Index.
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which
it is fastened, can make wheel studs become loose
after a time. The wheel could come off and cause
an accident. When you change
a wheel, remove
any rust or dirt from places where the wheel
attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can
use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be
sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you
need to, to get all the rust or dirt off. (See
’ “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index.)
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Engine Crankcase
Transmission
................. 7.0 quarts (6.6 L)
Oil Change With Filter* ...... 6.1 quarts (5.75 L)
Engine Cooling System ......... 10.6 quarts ( IO L)
Fuel Tank ................... 18 gallons (68. I L)
R- i 34a
Refrigerant,. ............. 2.9 lbs. (0.95 kg)
Wheel Base ............. 107.4 inches (272.8 cm)
Length ................... 194 inches (492.8 cm)
Height.. ................. 56.3 inches (143.1 cm)
Width ................... 70.3 inches (178.6 cm)
Front Tread
............... 59.3 inches ( 150.6 cm)
Rear Tread ................ .59.8 inches (152 cm)
Wheel Bolt Torque ............ 80 lb-ft (I 10 N-m)
Oil Change Without Filter* .... 5.8 quarts (5.5 L)
Vehicle Dimensions
* Recheck the oil level after filling. See “Engine Oil” in
the Index.
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Air Filter Element ................... 905093 18
Fuel Filter Element
.................. 90437575
Engine
Oil Filter .................... 93 156300
Passenger’s Compartment Air Filter
......................... 90510338
Thermostat
......................... 90502201
Windshield Wiper Blade
.......... 905 12807 (RH)
905 12808
(LH)
Spark Plugs ... 90541059 (Bosch Plug = FLR9LTE)
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same.
If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs
refrigerant,
be sure the proper refrigerant is used.
If you’re not sure, ask your Catera dealer.
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Alignment and Balance
........................ 6-43
Buying New
................................. 6-41
Chains
..................................... 6-45
ChangingaFlat
.............................. 5-23
Cleaning
.................................... 6-52
Inflation
.................................... 6-38
Inspection and Rotation
........................ 6-40
Loading Information Label
..................... 4-30
Pressure
.................................... 6-38
Temperature
................................. 6-43
Traction
.................................... 6-42
Treadwe ar
................................... 6-42
Uniform Quality Grading
....................... 6-42
Wear Indicators .............................. 6-41
Wheel Replacement
........................... 6-43
When It's Time for New
....................... 6-41
TopStrap
..................................... 1-38
TorqueLock
................................... 2-2 6
Torque, Wheel Bolt
........................ 5-31, 6-63
Towing a Trailer
................................ 4-32
Towing Your Catera
.............................. 5-8
Control System ................................ 4-9
Control System Warning Light
.............. 2-67. 4-9
Traction Engaged
............................... 2-67
Brakes
..................................... 4- 36
Driving on Grades ............................ 4-37
Traction
Trailer Driving with
................................. 4-36
Hitches
..................................... 4-35
Maintenance When Towing
..................... 4-38
Parking
on Hills .............................. 4-38
Safety Chains
................................ 4-36
Tongueweight
............................... 4-34
Total Weight
on Tires .......................... 4-35
Towing
..................................... 4-32
Turnsignals
................................. 4-37
Weight
..................................... 4-34
Transmission Fluid. Automatic
.................... 6-18
Transmitter. Universal
........................... 2-54
Transportation. Gold Key Courtesy
.................. 7-8
Trip Odometer
................................. 2-61
Ajar Light ................................... 2-74
Mounted CD Changer
......................... 3-17
Release
..................................... 2-10
TTYUsers
..................................... 7-4
Turn and Lane Change Signals
.................... 2-32
Turn SignaUMultifunction Lever ................... 2-32
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
................ 4-37
Twilight Sentinel
............................... 2-43
Transmitters. Remote Keyless Entry System
........... 2-6
Trunk
Underbody Maintenance
........................ 6-53
Understanding
Radio Reception ................... 3-21
Universal Transmitter
............................ 2-54
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...................................... 4-6
Damage Warnings
.............................. vi
Dimensions
................................. 6-63
Identification Number
......................... 6-55
Ventilation System
............................... 3-7
Visor Vanity Mirror. Illuminated
................... 2-50
Visors. Sun
.................................... 2-50
Voltmeter
..................................... 2-65
warning Devices
............................... 5-3
Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators ............... 2-61
Warranty Information
............................ 7- 12
Washer Fluid. Windshield
........................ 6-24
Washing Your Vehicle
........................... 6-50
Weatherstrips .................................. 6-50 Wheel
Alignment
.................................. 6-43
Bolt Torque
............................ 5.31. 6.63
Replacement
................................. 6-43
Wrench
..................................... 5-26
Windows
..................................... 2-30
Power
...................................... 2-30
RearLockout
................................ 2-31
Windshield Washer
............................. 2-34
Fluid
.................................. 2-34, 6-24
Windshield Wipers
.............................. 2-33
Blade Replacement
........................... 6-37
Fuses
...................................... 6-56
Winter Driving
................................. 4-25
Wiper Activated Headlamps
...................... 2-40
Wiring, Headlamp
.............................. 6-56
Wrench. Wheel ................................. 5-26
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