Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 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 modem 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.
The Eldorado. introduced in 1953, wziS redesigned for
1967 as the first front wheel drive personal luxury car.
The
472 cu. in. V8.engine used in all Cadiilacs in 1968
and 1969 was enlarged to SO0 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
ali 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 Computet. option
incorporated the first on-board microprocessor.
Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Leaving Your Vehicle
If you are leaving the vehicle, open the door, set the
locks from the inside, get out and close the door.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
With this feature, you can
lock and unlock the doors,
unlock the
trunk, open the
fuel door and turn on your
vehicle’s interior lamps
from about
10 feet (3 m)
away using the remote
keyless entry transmitter
supplied with your vehicle.
Your remote keyless entry system operates on
a radio
frequency subject to Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation. This
device complies with
RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Changes or modifications to
this system by other than
an authorized service facility could void authorization
to use this equipment.
The range of this system is about
10 feet (3 m). At times
you may notice a decrease in range.
This is normal for
any remote keyless entry transmitter.
If the transmitter
does not work or if you have to stand closer to your
vehicle for the transmitter
to work, try this:
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Check to determine if battery replacement is
necessary. See the instructions that follow.
Check the distance. You may be too far from your
vehicle.
You may need to stand closer during rainy
or snowy weather.
Check the location. Other vehicles
or objects may be
blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or
right, hold the transmitter higher, and
try again.
If you’re still having trouble, see your dealer or a
qualified technician for service.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Trunk Lock Release
R TRUNK I
To use this feature,
your vehicle must be in
PARK (P) and the valet
button must be on. Press
the TRUNK release button,
located above the radio
on the Driver Information
Center (DIC), to open
the trunk.
You can also press the trunk button on the
remote keyless entry transmitter to access the
trunk compartment.
Trunk Storage System (Option)
ACCESS PANEL
RETAINER
TRUNK STORAGE UNIT
SPARE TIRE
COVER
SPARE TIRE
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If equipped, the optional trunk storage system can be
used to organize many different items inside the trunk.
To install the storage system:
1. Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk. Turn
the retainer (center dial) on the compact spare tire
cover
to the left to remove it.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine New Vehicle “Break-In” Ignition Positions
NOTICE:
Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate
“break-in.” But it will perform better in the long
run if you follow these guidelines:
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Don’t drive at any one speed -- fast or
slow
-- for the first 500 miles (805 km).
Don’t make full-throttle starts.
Avoid making hard stops for the first
200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time
your new brake linings aren’t yet broken
in. Hard stops with new linings can mean
premature wear and earlier replacement.
Follow this breaking-in guideline every
time you get new brake linings.
Don’t tow a trailer during break-in.
See “Towing
a Trailer” in the Index for
more information.
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With the ignition key in the ignition, you can turn the
switch to five different positions.
ACCESSORY (A): This position lets you use thmgs likt
the radio and the windsheld wipers when the engine is
off. To get into ACCESSORY, push in the key and turn it
toward you. The steering wheel will remain locked, just
as it was before you inserted the key. Once you turn the
key
to ACCESSORY, be sure to then turn it to LOCK. If
you leave your key in ACCESSORY when the engine
is
turned off, your battery will discharge prematurely.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine LOCK (B): Before you put the key in, the ignition will
be in LOCK. This
is the only position in which you can
remove the key. This position
locks the ignition, steering
wheel and transaxle. It’s a theft-deterrent feature.
NOTICE:
If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t
turn it,
be sure you are using the correct key; if
so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the
steering wheel left and right while you turn the
key hard. But turn the key only with your hand.
Using
a tool to force it could break the key or the
ignition switch.
If none of this works, then your
vehicle needs service.
OFF (C): This position lets you turn off the engine but
still turn the steering wheel. It doesn’t lock the steering
wheel like LOCK does. Use
OFF if you must have your
vehicle in motion while the engine
is off (for example, if
your vehicle is being pushed).
RUN (D): This is the position for driving.
START (E): This position starts the engine.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
The following accessories on your vehicle may be used
for up
to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned from
RUN to OFF, and then to LOCK:
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Power Windows
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Power to these accessories stops after
10 minutes or if
either door is opened. If you want power for another
10 minutes, turn the ignition key to RUN, OFF and
then
to LOCK.
NOTICE:
When using RAP, always leave your key in
LOCK. If you leave your key in any other
position than
LOCK, your battery will discharge
prematurely.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Illuminated Entry
The illuminated entry system turns on the courtesy
lamps and the backlighting to the door switches and to
the lamp control knob when a door is opened or
if you
press a remote keyless entry transmitter button. Since
the illuminated
entry system has a photocell, this means
that it must be dark outside in order for the courtesy
lamps or backlighting
to turn on. The courtesy lamps
turn off approximately
20 seconds after the last door is
closed
or after the ignition key is placed in the ignition.
Parade Dimming
This feature prohibits backlighting and the dimming
of the instrument panel lights during daylight while the
headlamps are
on. This feature operates with the light
sensor for the twilight sentinel and is fully automatic.
When
the light sensor reads darkness outside, the
instrument panel lights can be adjusted. Backlighting
to the instrument panel will also turn on.
Reading Lamps
The reading lamps are located in the roof. These lamps
and the interior courtesy lamps automatically come on
when either door
is opened and it is dark outside. For
manual operation, press the button
to turn them on.
Press it again to turn them off. If
the reading lamps are left
on. rney automatically shut
off IO minutes after the ignition has been turned off.
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver
This feature is designed to protect your vehicle’s battery
against drainage from the interior lamps, trunk lamp,
glove box lamp, cigarette lighters or the garage door
opener. When
the ignition is turned off, the power
to these features will automatically turn off after
10 minutes (three minutes
if a new car has I5 miles
(24 km) or less). Power will be restored for an additional
10 minutes if either door is opened, the trunk is opened
or the courtesy lamp switch is turned on.
Storage Mode Personalization
This feature is for long term use and must be
programmed through the Driver Information Center
(DIC) while the ignition is in RUN. Storage mode
personalization protects the battery by placing your
vehicle in a storage mode
so that the radio, amplifiers,
instrument cluster and remote keyless entry will
not drain the battery over a long period of time.
For programming information, see “Programmable,
Memory and Personalization Features” later
in
this section.
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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 vehicle 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 H. Hood Release
B. Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever
C. Cluster
D. Radio (Audio System)
E. Driver Information Center Control Buttons
F. Lamp Controls
G. HVAC Steering Wheel Controls (or Cellular
Telephone Controls,
If Equipped)
I. Horn
J. Audio Steering Wheel Controls
K. Shift Lever
L. Climate Control Panel
M. Glove Box
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine BATTERY NOT CHARGING - 7: This message will
appear
if the battery is not being charged. Have the
electrical system checked by your dealership at your
earliest convenience.
BATTERY VOLTAGE HIGH - 8: This message
shows that the electrical charging system is
overcharging (more than 16 volts). To avoid being
stranded, have the electrical system checked by your
dealership. You
can reduce the charging overload by
using the accessories. Turn on the lamps and radio, set
the climate control on AUTO and the fan speed on
HI,
and turn the rear window defogger on. You can monitor
battery voltage on the Driver Information Center
(DIC)
by pressing the INFO button. The normal range is
11.5 to 15.5 volts when the engine
is running.
BATTERY VOLTAGE LOW - 6: This message will
appear when the electrical system is charging less than
10 volts or if the battery has been drained. If this
message appears immediately after starting,
it is possible
that the generator can still recharge the battery. The
battery should recharge and may take a few hours to do
so. Consider using an auxiliary charger to boost the
battery after returning home or to a final destination.
(Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions
when using a battery charger.)
If this message appears and stays on while driving or
after starting your vehicle, have it checked immediately
to determine the cause of this problem. To help the
generator recharge the battery quickly, you can reduce
the load
on the electrical system by turning off the
accessories. You can monitor battery voltage
on the
Driver Information Center (DIC) by pressing the
INFO
button. The normal range is 11.5 to 15.5 volts.
BRAKE VACUUM PROBLEM -108: The circuit in
the brake booster vacuum has shorted or is loose when
this message appears. Your vehicle may lose power
brakes but you will still have the use
of manual brakes.
The power brakes will not be affected if the problem is
caused by a failed sensor. Have your vehicle serviced
immediately at your dealership.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL - 82: This means that the
life of the engine oil has expired and it should be
changed within
200 miles (322 km). See “Engine Oil”
and “Filter Recommendations” in the Maintenance
Schedule booklet. After an oil change, the Oil Life
Indicator must be reset. See “Oil Life Indicator”
in the
Index
on how to reset it.
CHANGE TRANS FLUID - 47: This message will
appear when it is time to replace the transaxle fluid. See
the Maintenance Schedule booklet for
the proper fluid
and change intervals.
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