1998 CADILLAC CATERA low oil pressure

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The light and gage tell you if there could be a problem
with the engine oil pressure. When
the light
comes on and stays on, it means
that oil isn’t flowing through the engine properly.
You
could be low on oil and you might have some other
system problem.
The gage shows the engine
oil pressure in pounds per
square inch (psi). Canadian
vehicles show pressure in
kilopascals (Wa).
The oil light goes on when
you turn the key to ON or
START. It goes off once
you start the engine. That’s
a check to be sure the
light
works.
If it doesn’t come on, be sure to have it fixed so it will
be there to warn you if something goes wrong.
1 A CAUTION:
Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If
you do, your engine can become so hot that it
catches fire. You or others could be burned.
Check your oil as soon as possible and have your
vehicle serviced.
1 NOTICE:
Damage to your engine from neglected oil
problems can be costly and is not covered by
your warranty.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you
allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move
slightly slower at night.
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the
proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do
not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive
on to the next exit.
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.
The exit speed is usually posted.
Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not
to your sense
of motion. After driving for any distance
at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going
slower than you actually are.
Leaving on a Long Trip
Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well rested. If you
must start when you’re not fresh
-- such as after a day’s
work
-- don’t plan to make too many miles that first part
of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you
can easily drive in.
Is your ve-hicle ready for a long trip?
If you keep it
serviced and maintained, it’s ready to go. If it needs service, have it done before starting out.
Of course,
you’ll find experienced and able service experts in
Catera dealerships all across North America. They’ll be
ready and willing to help if you need it.
Here are some things you can check before a trip:
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Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are
all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked
all levels?
Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean?
Tires: They are vitally important to a safe,
trouble-free trip.
Is the tread good enough for
long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the
recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts: What’s the weather outlook
along your route? Should you delay your trip a short
time to avoid a major storm system?
Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps?

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Finish Damage ................................. 6-51
First Gear. Automatic Transmission ................ 2-22
Flashers. Hazard Warning ......................... 5-2
Flash-To-Pass ................................. 2-34
Flat Tire. Changing ............................. 5-21
Floor Mats .................................... 2-51
Fluid Brake
...................................... 6-26
Powersteering ............................... 6-24
Windshield Washer ........................... 6-25
Folding the Rear Seat ............................ 1 - 11
Foreign Countries. Fuel ........................... 6-5
FrenchLanguageManual ........................... 11 ..
Front Turn Signal Lamp. Bulb Replacement .......... 6-35
Fuel .......................................... 6-3
DoorLock ................................... 6-6
Filling a Portable Container ...................... 6-8
Filling Your Tank .............................. 6-5
In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-5
Fuse Block. Instrument Panel ..................... 6-57
Fuse Block, Power Distribution .................... 6-56
Fuses and Circuit Breakers ....................... 6-56
FogLmps .................................... 2-43
Gage ....................................... 2-75
Gages
Engine Coolant Temperature
.................... 2-69
Fuel ....................................... 2-75
Oil Pressure ................................. 2-73
GarmentHooks ................................ 2-51
GAWR ....................................... 4-29
Gear Positions, Automatic Transmission ............. 2-20
GloveBox .................................... 2-48
Gold Key Courtesy Transportation .................. 7-8
Gross Axle Weight Rating ........................ 4-29
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................... 4-29
Guide en Franqais ................................. 11 ..
GVWR ....................................... 4-29
Halogen Bulbs ................................ 6-30
Handles. Assist ................................. 2-51
Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... 5-2
Head Restraints ................................. 1-8
Head Restraints. Removable ....................... 1-9
Headlamps ............................... 2-40. 6-30
Aiming ..................................... 6-33
Bulb Replacement ............................ 6-30
High/LowBe am .............................. 2-34
OnReminder ................................ 2-41
Wiper-Activated .............................. 2-41
Hearing Impaired, Customer Assistance .............. 7-4
Heated Backlite Antenna ......................... 3-30
Heated Seats ............................... 1-6, 1-13
Heating ........................................ 3-6
High-Beam Headlamps .......................... 2-34
Highway Hypnosis .............................. 4-22
HillandMountainRoads
......................... 4-22
Hitches ....................................... 4-33
Wiring ..................................... 6-55
8-5

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Hood Checking Things Under
......................... 6-8
Release
...................................... 6-9
Horn ......................................... 2-32
How to Use this Manual ............................. v
Hydroplaning
.................................. 4-18
Hydraulic Brake Warning Lights
................... 2-65
If You’re Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow ......... 5-31
Ignition Positions
............................... 2- 16
Illuminated Entry
............................... 2-45
Illuminated Visor
Vanity Mirror .................... 2-50
Inflation, Tire
.................................. 6-38
Brightness Control
............................ 2-45
Interior Lamps
................................. 2-45
Interior Plastic Components, Cleaning
.............. 6-48
Immobilizer
................................... 2-15
Instrumentpanel
............................... 2-60
Cluster
..................................... 2-62
FuseBlock
.................................. 6-57
Cleaning
.................................... 6-48
J ack. Tire .................................... 5-23
Jump Starting ................................... 5-3
Keys
......................................... 2-2
Labels Certification
................................. 4-29 Service
Parts Identification ..................... 6-54
Tire-Loading Information
...................... 4-28
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ............. 6-54
Lamps
................................... 2-39. 2-45
Panel
....................................... 2-45
Lamps On Reminder
............................ 2-41
Lap-Shoulder Belt
......................... 1-19, 1-36
Leaving Your Vehicle
............................. 2-7
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
....... 2-26
Leveling Indicator Light
......................... 2-76
Light Sensor, Twilight Sentinel
.................... 2-44
Lighting, Perimeter
............................. 2-41
Air Bag Readiness
....................... 1-30, 2-65
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
............ 2-68, 4-7
Automatic Transmission Warning
................ 2-76
Brake Pad Wear Indicator
...................... 2-76
Brake System Warning
......................... 2-65
Charging System Indicator
...................... 2-65
Cruise Control
............................... 2-74
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning
............. 2-69
Leveling Indicator
............................ 2-76
Low Coolant Warning
......................... 2-70
Low Washer Fluid Warning
..................... 2-75
Interior
..................................... 2-45
....................................... Lighter 2-49
Lights
BrakeToShift
............................... 2-74
CheckEngine
................................ 2-70
CheckOil
................................... 2-74
LowFuel
................................... 2-76
Oil Pressure 2-73
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Safety Belt Reminder ..................... 1.14. 2.64
Traction Control System Warning
............ 2.68. 4.9
TrunkAjar
.................................. 2-75
Loading Your Vehicle
........................... 4-28
Locks Anti-Lockout Feature
.......................... 2-7
Automatic Door
............................... 2-5
Door
........................................ 2-4
FuelDoor
.................................... 6-6
Power Door
.................................. 2-5
Programmable Automatic Door
................... 2-5
Rear Door Security
............................. 2-6
Loss of Control
................................ 4- 13
Low Coolant Warning Light
...................... 2-70
LowFuelLight
................................ 2-76
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light
.................. 2-75
Lumbar Controls
................................ 1-3
Maintenance. Normal Replacement parts
........... 6-64
Maintenance. Underbody
......................... 6-52
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
................. 4-36
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
...................... 2-70
Manual Folding Outside Rearview Mirrors ........... 2-47
Manual Front Passenger’s Seat
..................... 1-2
Manual Lumbar Support .......................... 1-3
Manual Operation (Climate Controls) ................ 3-4
MapLamps
................................... 2-46
MapPockets
................................... 2-48
Memory Seat and Mirrors
......................... 1-5
Methanol
...................................... 6-4
Mirrors
....................................... 2-46 Convex Outside
.............................. 2-47
Electrochromic Daymight Rearview
.............. 2-46
Illuminated Visor Vanity
....................... 2-50
Manual Folding Outside Rearview
............... 2-47
Power Remote Control
......................... 2-47
ModeButton
................................... 3-3
ModelReference
11
MountainRoads ................................ 4-22
Multifunction Lever
............................. 2-33
MMT ......................................... 6-4
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Net. Convenience .............................. 2-49
Neutral. Automatic Transmission
.................. 2-21
New Vehicle “Break-In”
......................... 2-16
Nightvision
................................... 4-15
Normal Maintenance Replacement
Parts ............. 6-64
Odometer
.................................... 2-63
Odometer. Trip
................................. 2-63
Off-Road Recovery
............................. 4-12
Oil Pressure LighVGage
.......................... 2-73
OnStar System
................................. 2-50
Ordering Service and
Owner Publications
.................. 7.13.7.14. 7.15
Outside Temperature Display
....................... 3-3
Owner Publications. Ordering
........... 7.13.7.14. 7.15
Oil.
Engine
.................................... 6-11
Outside Rearview Mirrors. Manual Folding
.......... 2-47
Overheating Engine
............................. 5 . 12
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