2001 CADILLAC CATERA wheel torque

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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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NOTICE:
Improperly tightened wheel bolts can lead to
brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid
expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the
wheel bolts in the proper sequence and to the
proper torque specification.
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
CAUTION:
Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the
passenger compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose
equipment could strike someone. Store all these
in the proper place.
After you've put the spare tire on your vehicle, you'll
need to store the flat tire in the trunk. Use the following
procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk.
1. Put the flat tire in
the trunk where
the spare is stored
(driver's side
wheel well).
2. Secure the flat tire with the straps that are used to
hold the spare in place.

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NOTICE:
Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads
could result in costly brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake
squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly
applied. This does not mean something is wrong with
your brakes.
Properly torqued wheel bolts are necessary to help
prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect
brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel bolts in
the proper sequence to GM torque specifications.
Brake linings should always be replaced as complete
axle sets.
See ªBrake System Inspectionº in the Maintenance
Schedule booklet under Part C ªPeriodic
Maintenance Inspections.º
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to
normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal
travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you apply the brakes, with or without the
vehicle moving, your brakes adjust for wear.
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.

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How to Check
Use a good quality pocket
-type gage to check tire
pressure. You can't tell if your tires are properly inflated
simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look
properly inflated even when they're underinflated.
Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve
stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out
dirt and moisture.
Tire Inspection and Rotation
Tires should be rotated at 5,000 miles (8 000 km) and
then every 10,000 miles (16 000 km) thereafter. Any
time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon
as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for
damaged tires or wheels. See ªWhen It's Time for
New Tiresº and ªWheel Replacementº later in this
section for more information.
The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more
uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first
rotation is the most important. See ªScheduled
Maintenance Servicesº in the Maintenance Schedule
booklet for scheduled rotation intervals.When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation
pattern shown here. Don't include the spare tire in your
tire rotation.
After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and
rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire
-Loading
Information label. Make certain that all wheel bolts
are properly tightened. See ªWheel Bolt Torqueº in
the Index.

6-64 Wheel Bolt Torque
80 lb-ft (110 N´m)
Engine Specifications
Displacement 181 cubic inches (2 962 cc). . . . . . . . .
Type 3.0 L DOHC V6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VIN Engine Code R. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Horsepower 200 (bhp) @ 6000 rpm. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
149 (kW) @ 6000 rpm
Torque 192 (lb
-ft) @ 3600 rpm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
260 (N´m) @ 3600 rpm
Firing Order 1
-2-3-4-5-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thermostat Starts To Open 198
F (92
C) . . . . . . . . .
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Air Filter Element 90512851. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Filter Element 90542540. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil Filter 9118851. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger's Compartment Air Filter 9192320. . . . . .
Spark Plugs 90541059. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(Bosch Plug = FLR9LTE)
Windshield Wiper Blades 9118382 (RH). . . . . . . . . . .
9118381 (LH)
Vehicle Dimensions
Wheel Base 107.5 inches (273.0 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . .
Length 192.4 inches (492.8 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Height 56.4 inches (143.2 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Width 70.3 inches (178.6 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Tread 59.3 inches (150.6 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Tread 59.8 inches (152.0 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .