1999 CADILLAC CATERA lock

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6-29 Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a 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.
Battery
Your new vehicle comes with an ACDelco Freedom

battery. When it's time for a new battery, we recommend
an ACDelco Freedom battery. Get one that has the
replacement number shown on the original
battery's label.
CAUTION:
Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas
that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you
aren't careful. See ªJump Startingº in the Index
for tips on working around a battery without
getting hurt.
After a power loss, such as disconnecting the battery or
removing the MaxiFuses
in the power distribution fuse
block, the following steps must be performed to
calibrate the Electronic Throttle Control. If this is not
done, the engine will not run properly.
1. Turn the ignition key to RUN . Do not start
the engine.
2. Leave the ignition in RUN for at least three minutes
so that the electronic throttle control will cycle and
re
-learn its home position.
3. Turn the ignition to OFF.
4. Start and run the engine for at least 30 seconds.
Also, for your audio system, see ªTheft
-Deterrent
Featureº in the Index.

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2. On the outboard side of each low-beam headlamp,
you will find the turn signal bulbs. Turn the lamp
assembly counterclockwise to remove.3. Pull the bulb out to replace and then reassemble.
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
The CHMSL is equipped with high-durability
illumination. If a bulb problem does occur, see your
dealer for assistance.

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6-35 Taillamp and Rear Turn Signal Lamp
1. Open the trunk to access the lamp housing.
2. Depending on which outer bulb needs replacing,
open either the spare tire cover on the driver's side or
the storage compartment on the passenger's side to
access the bulbs.
3. Press the gray tab on the lamp housing up as you pull
the black tab on the lamp housing away from the
vehicle. Continue to pull the lamp housing straight
out to access the bulbs.4. To remove the bulb, turn it counterclockwise. When
you replace the bulb, you need to push it in and twist
it clockwise into place.
5. Replace the lamp housing by snapping it back
into place.
Note: The taillamp assembly running across the rear
deck lid is equipped with high
-durability illumination.
If a bulb problem does occur, see your dealer
for assistance.

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5. To reinstall the wiper blade assembly, slide it over
the wiper arm to engage the ªJº hooked end on the
wiper blade assembly. Pull up on the assembly to
lock it into place.
Tires
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by
a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions
about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see
your Catera Warranty booklet for details.
CAUTION:
Poorly maintained and improperly used tires
are dangerous.

Overloading your tires can cause
overheating as a result of too much friction.
You could have an air
-out and a serious
accident. See ªLoading Your Vehicleº in
the Index.
CAUTION: (Continued)

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6-56 Power Distribution Fuse Block
This fuse block is attached to the engine compartment
relay center located on top of the battery. Simply lift the
lid to open. If you have any questions about the power
distribution fuse block, consult your dealer.
Note: If a power loss has occurred, such as
disconnecting the battery or removing the MaxiFuses in
the power distribution fuse block, there are steps that
must be followed to calibrate the Electronic Throttle
Control (ETC). If these steps are not done, the engine
will not run properly. For information regarding these
steps, see ªBatteryº earlier in this section.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit
breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused
by electrical problems.
Look at the silver
-colored band inside the fuse. If the
band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you
replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size
and rating.
If you ever have a problem on the road and don't have a
spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same
amperage. Pick some feature of your vehicle that you
can get along without
-- like the radio or cigarette
lighter
-- and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage.
Replace it as soon as you can.
There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle: the
instrument panel fuse block and the engine compartment
relay center.

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Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Driver's Side)
The fuse block is located below the steering wheel on
the driver's side. Using a screwdriver, loosen the two
trim fasteners under the trim panel and pull the trim
panel away from the instrument panel to access.
Fuse Usage
1 RH and LH Front Side Door Window
Regulator Motor, LH Front Side Door
Window Switch
2 Stoplamp Switch, Cruise Control
Release Switch
3 Automatic Transmission Range Switch,
Automatic Transmission Control Indicator,
Power Steering Control Module, Hazard
Warning Switch, Automatic Transmission
Winter Mode Switch, Transmission Control
Module (TCM)

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Fuse Usage
22 Headlamp Switch, LH
Low
-Beam Headlamp
23 LH Parking Lamp and Turn Signal
Lamps, LH Rear Sidemarker Lamp,
Multifunction Relay, LH Stoplamp
and Taillamp
24 Lifting Magnet, BCM, Gage Cluster
25 Sunroof Actuator
26 Headlamp Switch, RH and LH Front
Sidemarker Lamp, Middle Taillamp, RH
and LH Rear License Plate Lamp, Radio,
Automatic Transmission Control
Indicator, Heater and A/C Control
27 Automatic Level Control Sensor, Rear
Suspension Leveling Air Compressor
and RelayFuse Usage
28 Door Lock Relay, OnStar

Connector
29 Multifunction Relay
30 RH Parking Lamp and Turn Signal Lamp,
RH Rear Sidemarker Lamp, RH
Stoplamp and Taillamp
31 RH Low
-Beam Headlamp Turn
Signal Switch
32 RH High
-Beam Headlamp Relay
33 Blower Controller, A/C
Compressor Relay
34 Heated Rear Window Defogger Relay
35 Passenger Seat Adjuster Switch, Driver
Seat Adjuster Memory Module

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Each technician travels with a specially equipped
service vehicle complete with the necessary Catera parts
and tools required to handle most roadside repairs.
Cadillac Roadside Service can be reached by dialing
1
-800-882-1112, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
This service is provided at no charge for any
warranty
-covered situation and for a nominal
charge if the Catera is no longer under warranty.
Roadside Service is available only in the United
States and Canada.
Cadillac Owner Privileges
Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner
Privileges at ªno charge,º throughout your 1999
Cadillac Warranty Period
-- 48 months/50,000 miles
(80 000 km).Emergency Road Service is performed on site for the
following situations:

Towing Service

Battery Jump Starting

Lock Out Assistance

Fuel Delivery

Flat Tire Change (Covers change only)

Trip Interruption
-- If your trip is interrupted due to a
warranty failure, incidental expenses may be reimbursed
during the 48 months/50,000 miles (80 000 km) warranty
period. Items covered are hotel, meals and rental car.