2001 CADILLAC CATERA Owners Manual

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CADILLAC CATERA 2001 1.G Owners Manual 6-14
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 yo

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CADILLAC CATERA 2001 1.G Owners Manual 6-15 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? Dont let used oil stay on your skin
for very

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CADILLAC CATERA 2001 1.G Owners Manual 6-16
1. Unhook the five clips that attach the engine air
cleaner/filter lid to the housing. You may need to use
a screwdriver to help you unhook the clips.
2. With a screwdriver, loosen the retaining

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CADILLAC CATERA 2001 1.G Owners Manual 6-17
CAUTION:
Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter
off can cause you or others to be burned. The air
cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if
the engine backfires. If it isnt th

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CADILLAC CATERA 2001 1.G Owners Manual 6-18
The access panel for the passenger compartment air
filter is below the grille, at the base of the windshield on
the passengers side of the engine compartment. See
ªEngine Compartment Overviewº

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CADILLAC CATERA 2001 1.G Owners Manual 6-19
Automatic Transmission Fluid
It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level.
A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid
loss. If a leak occurs, take your vehicle to the dea

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CADILLAC CATERA 2001 1.G Owners Manual 6-20 How to Check Lubricant
If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole,
youll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant
to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole.

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CADILLAC CATERA 2001 1.G Owners Manual 6-21
NOTICE:
When adding coolant, it is important that you use
only DEX
-COOL (silicate-free) coolant.
If coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to the
system, premature engine, heater core or
radiator