
Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 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  DIC  by  pressing 
the 
INFiO 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 
9 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  while  driving  but  may  take  a  few  hours 
to  do 
so. Consider  using  an  auxiliary  charger  (be sure  to 
follow  the  manufacturer’s  instructions)  to  boost  the 
battery  after  returning  home  or  to a  final  destination.  If 
this  message  appears  while  driving  or after  starting  your 
vehicle  and  stays  on,  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  DIC 
by pressing  the  INFO  button.  The  normal  range  is  11.5 
to  15.5  volts. 
CHANGE BRAKE PADS - 125: This  message  is used 
to  notify  you  that  the  brake  pads  may  have  worn  down. 
A sensor  is connected  to  the  brake  pads  and  is  triggered 
when  they  wear  to  a  certain  point.  Have  the  front  and 
rear  brakes  serviced  by  your  dealer  as  soon  as  possible. 
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. 
CHECK  BRAKE  FLUID - 37: This  message  will 
display  if  the  ignition  is in 
ON to inform  the  driver  that 
the  brake  fluid  level  is low.  Have  the  brake  system 
serviced  by a  technician  as  soon  as  possible.  See  “Brake 
System  Warning  Light”  in  the  Index. 
CHECK  COOLANT  LEVEL - 2: This  message  will 
appear  when  there  is a  low  level  of engine  coolant.  Have 
the  cooling  system  serviced  by a  technician  as  soon 
as  possible. 
CHANGE  ENGINE  OIL - 82: This  means  that  the  life 
of  the  engine  oil  has  expired  and  it  should  be  changed 
within 
200 miles.  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. 
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine As shown  in  the  chart, SAE 1OW-30 is best  for your 
vehicle.  However,  you  can use 
SAE 5W-30 if it’s  going 
to  be  colder  than 
60 OF ( 16 “C) before  your  next  oil 
change.  When  it’s  very  cold,  you  should  use 
SAE 
5W-30. These  numbers  on  an  oil  container  show  its 
viscosity,  or  thickness.  Do  not  use  other  viscosity  oils, 
such  as 
SAE 20W-50. 
NOTICE: 
Use  only  engine  oil  with  the  American  Petroleum 
Institute  Certified  For  Gasoline  Engines 
“Starburst”  symbol.  Failure  to  use  the recommended 
oil can  result  in  engine  damage  not 
covered  by  your  warranty. 
GM Goodwrench@  oil  meets  all  the  requirements  for 
your  vehicle. 
If  you  are  in  an  area  where  the  temperature  falls  below 
-20°F (-29”C), consider  using  either an SAE 5W-30 
synthetic  oil or an SAE OW-30 oil. Both  will  provide 
easier  cold  starting  and  better  protection  for your  engine 
at  extremely  low  temperatures. 
Engine Oil Additives 
Don’t  add  anything  to  your  oil.  Your  dealer  is ready  to 
advise  if  you  think  something  should  be  added. 
When to Change  Engine Oil 
Your  vehicle  has an Oil Life  Indicator.  This  feature 
will  let  you  know  when  to  change  your  oil  and 
filter 
-- usually  between 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and 
7,500 miles  (12 500 km) since  your  last oil  change. 
Under  severe  conditions,  the  indicator  may  come  on 
before  3,000  miles 
(5 000 km). Never  drive  your  vehicle 
more  than 
7,500 miles (12 500 km) or  12  months 
(whichever  occurs  first)  without  an  oil  change. 
The  system  won’t  detect  dust  in  the  oil. 
So, if  you 
drive  in  a  dusty  area,  be  sure 
to change  your  oil  every 
3,000 miles (5 000 km) or  sooner.  Remember  to  reset 
the  Oil  Life  Indicator  when  the  oil has  been  changed. 
For  more  information,  see “Oil  Life  Indicator”  in 
the  Index. 
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine How to  Reset  the Oil Life  Indicator 
After  the oil has  been  changed,  display  the  ENGINE 
OIL  LIFE  message  by  pressing  the  INFO  button.  Then 
press  and  hold  the  INFO  RESET  button  until  the  display 
shows 
“100.” This  resets  the  oil life index. The message 
will  remain  off  until  the next  oil change  is needed. 
The  percentage  of oil life  remaining  may  be  checked  at 
any  time  by  pressing  the  INFO  button  several  times  until 
the  ENGINE 
OIL LIFE  message  appears.  For  more 
information  on  the  Oil  Life feature, see “Oil Life 
Indicator”  in  the  Index. 
What to Do with Used Oil 
Did  you  know  that  used  engine  oil  contains  certain 
elements  that  may be  unhealthy  for your  skin  and  could 
even  cause  cancer?  Don’t  let used  oil stay  on  your  skin 
for 
very long.  Clean  your  skin  and  nails  with  soap and 
water,  or  a  good  hand  cleaner.  Wash  or properly  throw 
away  clothing  or  rags  containing  used  engine  oil. (See 
the  manufacturer’s  warnings  about  the  use  and  disposal 
of  oil  products.) 
Used  oil  can  be 
a real  threat  to the  environment.  If  you 
change  your  own  oil, be  sure  to  drain  all free-flowing  oil 
from  the filter  before  disposal.  Don’t  ever  dispose  of oil 
by  putting  it in  the  trash,  pouring  it on  the  ground,  into 
sewers,  or into streams  or bodies  of  water.  Instead, 
recycle  it by  taking  it to  a  place  that  collects  used  oil.  If 
you  have  a  problem  properly  disposing  of your  used  oil, 
ask  your  dealer,  a  service  station  or a  local  recycling 
center  for 
help. 
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When to Check  and  Change 
A  good  time  to  check  your  automatic  transaxle  fluid 
level  is  when  the  engine oil is  changed. 
Change  both  the  fluid and filter  every 
50,000 miles 
(83 000 km) if  the  vehicle  is  mainly  driven  under  one 
or  more  of these  conditions: 
0 In  heavy  city  traffic  where  the  outside  temperature 
0 In  hilly  or  mountainous  terrain.  regularly  reaches 
90 OF (32 O C)  or  higher. 
0 When  doing  frequent  trailer  towing. 
0 Uses  such  as  found  in  taxi,  police  or  delivery  service. 
If you  do  not  use  your  vehicle  under  any of these 
conditions,  the  fluid  and  filter do not  require  change 
until  the  message  CHANGE 
TRANS FLUID  appears  on 
the  Driver  Information  Center. 
See  “Scheduled  Maintenance  Services”  in  the  Index. 
How to Check 
Because  this  operation  can  be a little  difficult, you may 
choose  to  have  this  done 
at your  Cadillac  dealership 
Service  Department. 
If you  do  it  yourself,  be  sure  to  follow  all  the  instructions 
here,  or  you  could  get  a  false  reading  on  the  dipstick. 
1 NOTICE: - -1 
Too much  or  too  little  fluid  can  damage  your 
transaxle. 
Too much  can  mean  that  some of the 
fluid  could  come  out  and  fall  on  hot  engine  parts  or  exhaust  system  parts,  starting  a  fire.  Be  sure  to 
get  an  accurate  reading  if  you  check  your 
transaxle  fluid. 
Wait  at  least 30 minutes  before  checking  the  transaxle 
fluid  level  if  you  have  been  driving: 
When  outside  temperatures  are  above  90°F (32°C). 
At  high  speed for quite a while. 
In  heavy  traffic -- especially  in  hot  weather. 
0 While  pulling  a  trailer. 
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Replacement  Bulbs 
Application  Number 
Headlamps  Composite High  Beam 
....................... 9005 HB3 
Low Beam ........................ 9006 HB4 
Front  Turn  Signal ..................... 2357 NA 
Stop/Taillamp ........................... 3057 
Rear  Turn  Signal 
........................ 3057 
Capacities  and  Specifications 
Engine  Specifications 
Displacement ......... 279  cubic  inches  (4.565  cc) 
Type 
......................... 4.6 L DOHC  V8 
VIN Engine  Code 
SLS .................................... Y 
STS .................................... 9 
Horsepower 
SLS ................... 275  (bhp) @ 5600  rpm 
STS 
................... 300 (bhp) @ 6000  rpm 
205  (kW) 
@ 5600  rpm 
224  (kW) 
@ 6000  rpm 
Torque 
SLS .................. 300  (lb-ft) @ 4000  rpm 
407  (N-m) 
@ 4000  rpm  STS 
.................. 295  (lb-ft) 63 4400  rpm 
Firing  Order 
................... 1-2-7-3-4-5-6-8 
400 
(N-m) 
@ 4400  rpm 
Thermostat  Starts  To  Open 
, , 177-  184°F (8 1-85 “C) 
Capacities 
Please  refer  to  “Recommended  Fluids  and  Lubricants” 
in  your  Maintenance  Schedule  booklet  for  more 
information. 
Transaxle 
(4T80-E) .......... 15.0  quarts  (14.2 L) 
Crankcase  (Engine  Oil  with  Filter  Change) 
............... 7.5  quarts  (7.1 L) 
Engine  Cooling  System ........ 12.5  quarts  (1 1.8 L) 
R- 134a  Refrigerant ............. 2.0 lbs. (0.9 1  kg) 
Vehicle  Dimensions 
Wheel  Base ............... 112.2  inches  (285  cm) 
Length 
................. 200.9  inches  (510.5  cm) 
Height 
................... 55.6  inches  (141.4  cm) 
Width 
................... 74.9  inches  (190.4  cm) 
Front  Tread 
............... 62.7  inches  (1 59.3 cm) 
Rear  Tread 
............... 62.4  inches  (158.6  cm) 
Wheel Nut Torque .......... 100  lb-ft  (140  N-m) 
Fuel  Tank 
.................. 18.5 gallons  (70.0 L) 
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hasn’t  been  routed  through  the  seat  cushion  at all,  it  won’t  be  there  to work  for  the  next 
passenger.  The  person  sitting  in  that  position 
could  be  badly  injured.  After  reinstalling  the  seat 
cushion,  always  check  to  be  sure  that  the 
safety 
belts  are  properly  routed  and  are  not  twisted. 
1. 
2. 
3. 
4.  Buckle  the  center  passenger  position  safety  belt,  then 
route  the  safety  belts  through  the proper  slots  in  the 
seat  cushion.  Don’t  let  the safety  belts  get  twisted. 
Slide  the  rear  of the  cushion  up  and  under  the 
seatback 
so the  rear-locating  guides  hook  into  the 
wire  loops  on  the  back  frame. 
With  the  seat  cushion  lowered,  push  rearward  and 
then  press  down  on  the seat  cushion  until  the  spring 
locks  on  both  ends  engage. 
Check  to  make  sure  the safety  belts  are  properly 
routed  and  that  no  portion  of  any  safety  belt  is  trapped  under  the  seat.  Also  make  sure  the  seat 
cushion  is  secured.  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  dealer. 
Normal  Maintenance 
Replacement  Parts 
Air  Filter  Element ............. AC  Type  A1208C 
25096932 
Fuel  Filter  Element 
............ AC  Type  GF-627 
25121942 
Engine  Oil  Filter 
................ AC  Type  PF-58  25014377 
PCV  Valve 
. . ............ AC  Type  CV-774C 
06487779 
Spark  Plugs 
................. AC  Type 41-950 
5614236 
Thermostat 
.................... AC  Type  13  1-66 
3531407 
Windshield  Wiper  Blade  (Hook  Type) 
.............. .22  inches  (56.5  cm) 
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Driver  Information  Center  Messages ................ 2-82 
Driver 
No . X Message ........................... 2-84 
Driver  Position 
................................. 1-12 
Driver’s  Outside  Auto-Dimming  Rearview  Mirror 
..... 2-50 
Driving  City 
........................................ 4-20 
Defensive 
.................................... 4-2 
Drunken 
..................................... 4-3 
Freeway 
.................................... 4-2 1 
InaBlizzard ................................. 4-27 
In  Foreign  Countries 
........................... 6-5 
In  the  Rain 
.................................. 4-17 
Night 
...................................... 4-15 
OnCurves 
.................................. 4-1 0 
On  Grades  While  Towing  a  Trailer ............... 4-37 
On 
Hill and  Mountain  Roads .................... 4-23 
On  Snow  or Ice 
.............................. 4-26 
Through  Water 
............................... 4- 19 
WetRoads .................................. 4-17 
Winter 
...................................... 4-25 
With  a  Trailer 
................................ 4-35 
DRL 
......................................... 2-41 
DrunkenDriving 
................................ 4-3 
Electrical  Equipment.  Adding 
............... 2-20.  3-43 
Electrical  System 
............................... 6-59 
Electrochromic  Daymight Rearview  Mirror 
.......... 2-46 
Electronic  Level  Control ......................... 4-3  1 
Electronic  Solar  Sensor 
........................... 3-4 
Engine 
....................................... 6- 10 
Compartment  Bussed  Electrical  Center 
............ 6-60 
Coolant 
..................................... 6-22 
Coolant  Heater 
............................... 2-20  Coolant  Hot-Idle  Engine  Message 
................ 2-84 
Coolant  Temperature  Gage 
..................... 2-69 
Coolant  Temperature  Warning  Light 
.............. 2-69 
Exhaust 
........................... 2-29’4-28’4-35 
Hot 
- A/C  Off  Message ........................ 2-84 
Identification 
................................ 6-58 
Misfire .. Ease Off Gas  Pedal  Message ........... 2-85 
Overheated  Stop  Engine  Message 
................ 2-85 
Overheating 
................................. 5-15 
Power  Reduced  Message 
....................... 2-85 
Running  While  Parked 
......................... 2-30 
Specifications 
................................ 6-66 
StartingYour 
................................ 2-19 
Engine  Oil 
.................................... 6-11 
Adding 
..................................... 6-12 
Additives 
................................... 6-14 
Checking 
................................... 6-12 
Used 
....................................... 6-15 
What  Kind 
of Oil  to  Use ....................... 6-13 
Whentochange 
.............................. 6-14 
Engine  Speed  Limiter 
............................ 2-64 
EnglisWMetric  Display 
.......................... 2-63 
Ethanol 
........................................ 6-4 
Exhaust.  Engine 
...................... 2-29,4-28,  4-35 
Express-Down  Window 
........................... 2-31 
Exterior  Lamps 
................................. 2-40 
Exterior  Lighting  Battery  Saver 
.................... 2-44 
OnReminder 
................................ 2-41 
Fabric  Cleaning 
............................... 6-51 
Filling  a  Portable  Fuel  Container 
.................... 6-8 
Filter.  Air 
..................................... 6-16 
FillingYourTank 
................................ 6-5 
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Memory  and  Personalization  Features ............... 2-75 
Memory  Seat.  Mirrors  and  Steering  Column 
........... 1-3 
Methanol 
@ ...................................... 6-4 
MiniDisc@  Player  Errors 
.................... 3-  19,  3-37 
MiniDisc  Player 
......................... 3-16,  3-29 
Mirrors 
....................................... 2-46 
Convex  Outside 
.............................. 2-50 
Curbview  Assist 
.............................. 2-51 
Heated 
..................................... 2-50 
Illuminated  Visor  Vanity 
....................... 2-54 
Memory  Seat and  Mirrors 
....................... 1-3 
Power  Remote  Control 
......................... 2-50 
MMT 
......................................... 6-4 
Model  Reference 
11 
MountainRoads ................................ 4-23 
Multifunction  Lever 
............................. 2-33 
Driver’s  Outside  Auto-Dimming  Rearview 
......... 2-50 
.. .................................. 
Net, 
Convenience .............................. 2-52 
Neutral,  Automatic  Transaxle 
..................... 2-22 
New  Vehicle  “Break-In” 
......................... 2-  17 
Nightvision 
................................... 4-16 
Odometer 
.................................... 2-63 
Odometer,  Trip 
................................. 2-63 
Off-RoadRecovery 
............................. 4-12 
Oil,  Engine 
.................................... 6-11 
Oil  Level,  Check  Message 
........................ 2-84 
Oil  Life  Indicator 
............................... 2-89 
Oil  Life  Indicator,  How  to  Reset 
................... 6-15 
Oil  Pressure  Light 
.............................. 2-72 
Oil  Pressure  Low Stop  Engine  Message 
............. 2-85  OnStar  System 
................................. 2-54 
Overdrive.  Automatic  Transaxle 
................... 2-23 
Overheating  Engine 
............................. 5-15 
Owner  Publications.  Ordering 
........... 7.13.  7.  14.  7.15 
Paint  Spotting.  Chemical 
........................ 6-56 
PARK 
(P) 
Overheated  Engine  Protection  Operating  Mode ....... 5-15 
ParadeDimming 
............................... 2-45 
Automatic  Transaxle 
.......................... 2-21 
Shifting  Into 
................................. 2-26 
Shifting  Out  of 
............................... 2-28 
AtNight 
.................................... 2-14 
Brake 
...................................... 2-25 
Brake  Indicator  Light 
.......................... 2-67 
Lots 
....................................... 2-14 
Over  Things  That  Burn 
........................ 2-29 
With  a  Trailer 
................................ 4-37 
Passenger  Compartment  Air  Filter 
................... 3-9 
Passenger  Door  Ajar  Message 
..................... 2-85 
Passing 
...................................... 4-13 
PASS-Key  III 
................................ 2-16 
Power 
Accessory,  Retained 
........................... 2-18 
DoorLocks 
................................... 2-5 
Remote  Control  Mirror 
........................ 2-50 
Seat 
......................................... 1-2 
Steering 
.................................... 4-10 
Steering  Fluid 
................................ 6-26 
Windows 
................................... 2-31 
Windows  and  Other  Power  Options 
............... 6-59 
Parking 
Passenger’s  Side  Temperature  Knob 
................. 3-3