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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 governmefit 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.
Traction -- AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A,
B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop
on wet pavement as measured under controlled
1 conditions on specified government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor
I traction performance.
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heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material
of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
The grade
C corresponds to a level of performance
which all passenger car tires must meet under the
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 109. Grades
B and A represent higher levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is
,established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or
excessive loading, either separately or in combination,
can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life
and best overall performance.
Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not
needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or
your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the alignment
may need to be reset. If you notice your vehicle
vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels
may need to be rebalanced.
1 Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based
on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, 'or peak
traction characteristics.
Temperature -- A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire's resistance to the generation of
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Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted
or corroded.
If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel,
wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the
wheel leaks
air, replace it (except some aluminum
wheels, which can sometimes be’repaired). See your
dealer
if any of these conditions exist.
Your dealer
will know the kind of wheel you need.
Each
new wheel should have the same load-carrying
capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the
same way as the one it replaces.
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts
or wheel nuts, replace them only with new
GM original
equipment parts.
This way, you will be sure to have the
right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Cadillac model.
Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel
bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be
dangerous.
It could affect the braking and
handling
of your vehicle, make your tires lose
air and make you lose control. You could have a
collision in which you or others
could be injured.
Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts and
wheel nuts
for replacement.
NOTICE:
The wrong wheel can also cause problems with
bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer
or
-odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper
height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire
chain clearance to the body and chassis.
See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index for
more information.
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Putting
a used wheel on your vehicle is
dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or
how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly
and cause an accident.
If you have to replace a
wheel, use
a new GM original equipment wheel.
Tire Chains
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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Wheels
(If Equipped)
Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with
mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After
rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel.
A wax
may then be applied.
The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted
surface of your vehicle. Don’t use st?ong soaps,
chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners or
abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could
darnage the surface. You may use chrome polish
on
chrome wheels, but avoid any painted surface of the
wheel, and buff
off immediately after application.
Don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash
that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes. These
brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels.
Cleaning Tires
To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner.
I NOTICE:
When applying a tire dressing always take care
to wipe
off any overspray or splash from all
painted surfaces
on the body or wheels of the
vehicle. Petroleum-based products may damage
the paint finish.
Sheet Metal Damage
If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal
repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop
applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or
replaced to restore corrosion protection.
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DESCRIPTION
Polishing Cloth - Wax Treated
Tar and Road Oil Remover
Chrome Cleaner and Polish
White Sidewall Tire Cleaner
Vinyl Cleaner Glass Cleaner
Wash Wax Concentrate
Armor All
TM Protectant
Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner
Wheel Cleaner
Capture Dry Spot Remover
Armor All
TM Cleaner
Synthetic Chamois
Silicone Tire Shine Finish Enhancer
Cleaner Wax
Surface Cleaner
12377966
16
oz. (0.473 L)
12377984
16 oz. (0.473 L) I
See your General Motors Parts Department for these products. **Not recommended for use on instrument panel vinyl.
See “Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
USAGE
Exterior polishing cloth
Removes tar, road
oil and asphalt
Use
on chrome, stainless steel, nickel, copper and brass
Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls
Cleans vinyl tops, upholstery and convertible tops
Removes dirt, grime, smoke and fingerprints Cleans and lightly waxes
Protects leather, wood, acrylics, Plexiglas
TM , plastic,
rubber and vinyl
Cleans carpets, seats, interior trim, door panels and
floor mats
Spray on and rinse with water
Attracts, absorbs and removes soils
Cleans and shines a variety
of surface types
Shines vehicle without scratching Spray on tire shine
Removes dust, fingerprints and surface contaminants
Removes light scratches and oxidation and protects finish Removes contaminants, blemishes and swirl marks
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The fuse block is located on the front wall of the trunk
(behind the rear seat) on the driver’s side. Loosen the
four trunk trim fasteners and ~ull the trim away from the
fuse block to gain access.
Fuse
RSS
IGN O-BODY
RLY IGN 1 ~O~~~U~
~~n~nn~ IGN 0-BODY COMFORT
HTD BACKLT HTD MIR
HTD SEAT R HTD SEAT L PULL DOWN
ANTENNA CONVENC RT PARK LT PARK
RADIOPHONE CLUSTER
COMFORT
Fuse
RLY IGNl*
SIR
ELC
TURN
CONSOLE
Usage
Cluster, Cruise in Stalk, PZM,
TCC Switches
SDM
Electronic Level Control (ELC) Relay, ELC Sensor (DeVille
Only), ELC Compressor
Electronic Flasher,
Turn/Hazard Switch
Headlamp Wash Relay, Rear
Zone Blower, Right and Left
Heated Seat Switches (Optional)
Usage
Road Sensing Suspension (RSS) (DeVille Concours Only)
PRNDL, Heated Windshield
Module (Optional), PZM,
Cluster, Air Control Module (ACM), Upper Zone Motor,
Lower Zone Motor (Optional), HVAC Solenoids, Climate
Control Panel
Analog Cluster
(Console Shift Only), Rear Defog
Relay, ELC Relay
CD Player, Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE), Controlled Power Relay, Air Control Module
(ACM), PZM
AMP (Bose Only) Active Audio Amplifier (Optional)
PZM PZM
RADIOPHONE Radio Receiver, Radio Interface
Module (RIM) (Bose Only),
Phone,
DAB Relay, Trunk
Release Relay, Fuel Door Release Relay, High/Low Beam Relay
Steering Wheel Controls, Cluster
CLUSTER
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Application Numbei.
Headlamps, Composite Inner High Beam
....................... 9005
. FrontTurn Signal ..................... 3157NA
Outer
Low Beam ... 1 ................... 9006
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
... 1156
Rear
Turn Signal and Taillamp, .............. 2057
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications
......... 1 Displacement 279 cubic inches
(4 565 cc)
Qpe .......................... .4.6L DOHC V8
VIN Engine Code DeVille and DeVdle d’Elegance
............ Y
Concours ............................... 9
Horsepower DeVille and DeVille d’Elegance
............ 275 (bhp) @ 5600 rpm
Concours
............. 300 (bhp) @ 6000 rpm
205 (kW)
@ 5600 rpm
224 (kW)
@ 6000 rpm Torque
DeVille and DeVille d’Elegance
........... 300 (lb-ft) 0 4000 rpm
Concours
............. 295 (lb-ft) @ 4400 rpm .
407 (N-m) @ 4000 rprn
400 (N-m)
@ 4400 rpm
Thermostat Starts To Open
. . 177-184°F (81-85°C)
Firing Order ................... 1-2-7-3-4-5-6-8
Capacities
Transaxle (4T80-E) ............ 15 quarts (14.2 L)
Crankcase (Engine Oil with Filter Change)
........... 7.5 quarts (7.1 L)
Engine Cooling System ...... 10.68 quarts (l0.i L)
Fuel Tank ................... 20 gallons (75.7 L)
R- 134a Refrigerant .............. 2 lbs. (0.91 kg)
Wheel Base
............. 113.8 inches (289.1 cm)
Length
................ 209.78 inches (532.6 cm)
Height,.
.................. 56.4 inches (143.2 cm)
Width
................... 76.5 inches (194.3 cm)
Front Tread
............... 60.9 inches (154.6 cm)
Rear Tread
............... 60.9 inches (154.6 cm)
Wheel Nut Torque ........... 100 lb-f t (140 Nam)
Vehicle Dimensions
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Section 8 Index
ABS ......................................... 4.7
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
...... 6-3
AirBag
....................................... 1-21
How Does it Restrain
.......................... 1-26
Howitworks
................................ 1-24
Location
.................................... 1-24
Readiness Light
......................... 1.23, 2.68
Servicing
................................... 1-29
What Makes it Inflate
.......................... 1-26
What Will You See After it Inflates
............... 1-27
When Should it Inflate
......................... 1-26
Aircleaner
.................................... 6-15
Airconditioning
............................... 3-10
Air Conditioning Refrigerants ..................... 6-67
Air Control. Climate Control System
............. 3.2. 3.6
Alarm. Theft-Deterrent
.......................... 2- 15
Alignment and Balance. Tire ...................... 6-46
Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning
...................... 6-54
Analog Cluster Climate Control Panel ................ 3-6
Analog Control Buttons .......................... 2-81
Antenna. Power
................................ 3-41
Antifreeze
................................ 6-22. 6-24
Anti-Lock
Brake System Warning Light
................ 2-71. 4-7
Brakes
...................................... 4-7 Anti-Lockout Feature
............................ 2-6
Anti.Theft. Radio
.............................. 3-36
Appearancecare
............................... 6-49
Appearance Care Materials
....................... 6-56
Apply Brake
To Shift Message .................... 2-82
Arbitration Program
............................. 7-11
Armrest. Storage
.......................... 2.54. 2.55
Assist Handles
................................. 2-57
Astroroof
..................................... 2-58
Audio Controls. Steering Wheel Touch Control
....... 3-37
Audio Equipment. Adding
........................ 3-38
Audio Systems
................................. 3-14
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
....................................... 6-18
Operation
................................... 2-23
Overdrive
................................... 2-25
Shifting
..................................... 2-23
Starting
Your Engine .......................... 2-20
Automatic
Door Locks ............................ 2-5
Automatic Pull-Down Feature
..................... 2-13
Automatic Transaxle Starting Your Engine
.......................... 2-20
Ashtrays
...................................... 2-55
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