2001 CADILLAC CATERA lock

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The jack and tool kit
are located on the
passenger's side of the
trunk. Pull the red handle
to remove the cover and
access the equipment.
Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and
remove it.

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2. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all of the wheel bolts.
Don't remove them yet.
3. Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift
head 2 to 3 inches (5 to 7.6 cm).4. To access the jack hoisting notches, pull hard from
the back to remove the cover (located either in front
of or behind the tire you are changing).

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CAUTION:
Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is
dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you
could be badly injured or killed. Never get under
a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
CAUTION:
Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly
positioned can damage the vehicle and even
make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal
injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack
lift head into the proper location before raising
the vehicle.6. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise.
Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the
spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well.
7. Remove all wheel bolts and take off the flat tire.

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11. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle
counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.
After removing the jack, slide the jack hoisting
notch cover back in.
Tighten the wheel bolts
firmly in a crisscross
sequence as shown.
CAUTION:
Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tightened
wheel bolts can cause the wheel to become loose
and even come off. This could lead to an accident.
Be sure to use the correct wheel bolts. If you have
to replace them, be sure to get new GM original
equipment wheel bolts.
Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have
the bolts tightened with a torque wrench to
80 lb
-ft (110 N´m).

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To open your fuel door,
your vehicle must be in
PARK (P). Press the
FUEL DOOR unlock
button located on the
instrument panel center
console to unlock and
open the fuel door.
You can also press the fuel button on the remote keyless
entry transmitter to access the fuel cap.
Your vehicle has a tethered fuel cap.
To remove the cap, turn it slowly to the left
(counterclockwise). The cap has a spring in it; if you let
go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right.

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CAUTION:
If you get gasoline on yourself and then
something ignites it, you could be badly burned.
Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the
fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen
if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in
hot weather. Open the fuel filler cap slowly and
wait for any ªhissº noise to stop. Then unscrew
the cap all the way.
Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from
painted surfaces as soon as possible. See ªCleaning the
Outside of Your Vehicleº in the Index.When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right
(clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure
you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly
installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the
atmosphere. See ªMalfunction Indicator Lampº in
the Index.
The FUEL CAP light will come on if the fuel cap is not
properly reinstalled.
NOTICE:
If you need a new cap, be sure to get the right
type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get
the wrong type, it may not fit properly. This may
cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light
and your fuel tank and emissions system may be
damaged. See ªMalfunction Indicator Lampº in
the Index.

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Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or
cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again,
keeping the tip down, and check the level.
When to Add Engine Oil
If the oil is at or below the MIN mark, then you'll need
to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the
right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For
crankcase capacity, see ªCapacities and Specificationsº
in the Index.
NOTICE:
Don't add too much oil. If your engine has so
much oil that the oil level gets above the upper
mark that shows the proper operating range,
your engine could be damaged.
The engine oil fill cap is
located behind the engine
oil dipstick and next to
the engine block on the
driver's side of the vehicle.
See ªEngine Compartment
Overviewº in the Index
for more information
on location.
Turn the yellow cap counterclockwise to remove it.
Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in
the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way
back in when you're through.

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Battery
Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free
ACDelco
battery. When it's time for a new battery, get
one that has the replacement number shown on the
original battery's label. We recommend an ACDelco
battery. See ªEngine Compartment Overviewº in the
Index for battery location.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
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 maxi fuses 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 the RUN position. Do not
start the engine.
2. Leave the ignition in the RUN position 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.
Bulb Replacement
For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this
section, contact your dealer service department.
For bulb types, see ªReplacement Bulbsº in the Index.