Cadillac 1999 Seville Owner's Manual

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The 1999 Cadillac Seville Owners Manual
1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems
This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the “SIR” system.
2-1 Features and Controls
This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle.
3-1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system.
4-1 Your Driving and the Road
Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions.
5-1 Problems on the Road
This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc.
6-1 Service and Appearance Care
Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good.
7-1 Customer Assistance Information
This section tells you how to contact Cadillac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications.
It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 7
-10.
8-1 Index
Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find
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Summary of Contents

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yellowblue iThe 1999 Cadillac Seville Owner’s Manual1-1 Seats and Restraint SystemsThis section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts p

Page 2 - French Language Manual:

yellowblue 1-4A second mirror, seating and steering wheel position maybe programmed by repeating the above steps and pressingbutton “2”. Each time

Page 3 - How to Use this Manual

yellowblue 2-48With the control at AUTO and the front door opened,the overhead console light, front hush panel lamps andrear footwell lamps in the

Page 4 - Vehicle Damage Warnings

yellowblue 2-49Battery Load ManagementThe battery load management feature is designed tomonitor the vehicle’s electrical load and determine whenth

Page 5 - Vehicle Symbols

yellowblue 2-50The mirror also includes an eight-point compass displayin the upper right corner of the mirror face. When on,the compass automatica

Page 6

yellowblue 2-51Compass VarianceThe mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory.It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensatefo

Page 7

yellowblue 2-52Power Remote Control Mirror (Heated)This feature is located onthe driver’s door armrest.Move the L/R select switchlocated under the

Page 8 - Seats and Seat Controls

yellowblue 2-53CAUTION:A convex mirror can make things (like othervehicles) look farther away than they really are.If you cut too sharply into the

Page 9

yellowblue 2-54Center Console StorageThe center console comes with a storage tray, a storagecompartment for CDs or tapes, a dual cupholder thatunf

Page 10 - Reclining Front Seatbacks

yellowblue 2-55Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter(Option)The ashtrays and cigarette lighters may be orderedthrough your dealer.NOTICE:Don’t put papers

Page 11

yellowblue 2-56Sun VisorsSwing down the visor to block out glare. It can bedetached from the center mount and moved to the side.When moved to the

Page 12

yellowblue 2-57Garment HooksFor your convenience, a garment hook is attached toeach rear assist handle.Umbrella Holder (If Equipped)The driver’s f

Page 13

yellowblue 1-5But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle isin motion ca

Page 14 - Why Safety Belts Work

yellowblue 2-58To vent the sunroof, pressand hold the upper part ofthe VENT switch. Thesunshade must be opened byhand. To close, press andhold the

Page 15

yellowblue 2-59This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)this device may not c

Page 16

yellowblue 2-60Be sure to keep the original hand-held transmitter in case you need to erase and reprogram the Universal Transmitter.Note to Canadi

Page 17 - -- and the Answers

yellowblue 2-612. Press the training button on the garage door openermotor head unit.Note: Following this step, you have 30 seconds tostart Step 3

Page 18 - Driver Position

yellowblue 2-62The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System

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yellowblue 2-63The main components of the instrument panel are:1. Air Outlets2. Driver Information Center Control Buttons3. Turn Signal/Multifunct

Page 20 - Q: What’s wrong with this?

yellowblue 2-64Instrument Panel ClusterYour instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll k

Page 21

yellowblue 2-65Speedometer and OdometerThe speedometer lets you see your speed in both milesper hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Theodom

Page 22

yellowblue 2-66Display ModeThis button is locatedbetween the RESET TRIPA/B button and theENG/MET button.Press DSPL MODE to turn the backlighting a

Page 23

yellowblue 2-67TachometerThis gage indicates theengine speed in revolutionsper minute (rpm).NOTICE:Do not operate the engine with the tachometer i

Page 24 - -shoulder belt, and

yellowblue 1-6Head RestraintsThe controls to moveyour head restraintsare located on theoutboard side of eachfront seat.Use this switch to move a f

Page 25 - (SIR) Systems

yellowblue 2-68When one of the warning lights comes on and stays onwhen you are driving, or when one of the gages showsthere may be a problem, che

Page 26

yellowblue 2-69The air bag readiness light should flash for a fewseconds when you turn the ignition key to ON. If thelight doesn’t come on then, h

Page 27

yellowblue 2-70CAUTION:Your brake system may not be working properlyif the brake system warning light is on. Drivingwith the brake system warning

Page 28 - How the Air Bag Systems Work

yellowblue 2-71Traction Control System Warning LightUnited States CanadaThis warning light should come on briefly as you startthe engine. If the w

Page 29

yellowblue 2-72Engine Coolant Temperature GageUnited States CanadaThis gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into t

Page 30 - -frontal impacts

yellowblue 2-73NOTICE:If you keep driving your vehicle with this lighton, after a while, your emission controls may notwork as well, your fuel eco

Page 31

yellowblue 2-74If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “Ifthe Light Is On Steady” following.If the light continues to flash, when i

Page 32

yellowblue 2-75If none of the above steps have made the light turn off,have your dealer or qualified service center check thevehicle. Your dealer

Page 33 - Rear Seat Passengers

yellowblue 2-76Security LightFor information regardingthis light, see“Theft-Deterrent System”in the Index.Cruise Control LightThis light comes onw

Page 34

yellowblue 2-77Fuel Gage United States CanadaThe fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is inthe tank. It works only when the ignition is in

Page 35

yellowblue 1-7CAUTION:It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision,people riding in these area

Page 36 - Children

yellowblue 2-78Driver Information Center (DIC)This display gives you the status of many of yourvehicle’s systems. The DIC is also used to display

Page 37

yellowblue 2-79TIMER: This feature is like a stopwatch, in that you canclock the time it takes to get from one point to another.To operate, press

Page 38

yellowblue 2-80BATTERY VOLTAGE HIGH - 8: This messageshows that the electrical charging system isovercharging (more than 16 volts). To avoid being

Page 39 - Child Restraints

yellowblue 2-81CHECK FUEL GAGE - 50: This message will appearwhen the fuel supply is less than 5 gallons (18.9 L) andthe display is turned off. A

Page 40 - -facing infant

yellowblue 2-82ENGINE MISFIRE -- EASE OFF GAS PEDAL -114: An engine misfire has occurred. You’ll need to easeoff the gas pedal.ENGINE OVERHEATED,

Page 41 - -facing child seat

yellowblue 2-83PASSENGER DOOR AJAR - 141: The passenger’sdoor is open or ajar when this message appears. Theignition must be in ON for this messag

Page 42

yellowblue 2-84STABILITY SYS ENGAGED - 55 : You may see theSTABILITY SYS ENGAGED message on the DriverInformation Center. It means that an advance

Page 43

yellowblue 2-85STARTING DISABLED REMOVE KEY - 33: Thismessage will appear when the Personalized AutomotiveSecurity System (PASS-Key III) senses t

Page 44

yellowblue 2-86TRUNK OPEN - 24: This message indicates that thetrunk is open when the ignition is on.TURN SIGNAL ON - 20: This message is a remind

Page 45

yellowblue 2-87Key in Recall (If Equipped)Press the down arrow on the INFO button one or moretimes until the KEY IN RECALL prompt appears on theDI

Page 46

yellowblue 1-8Why Safety Belts WorkWhen you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes.Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat

Page 47 - -facing child restraint

yellowblue 2-88Lights Flash at LockPress the down arrow on the INFO button one or moretimes until the LIGHTS FLASH AT LOCK promptappears on the DI

Page 48

yellowblue 2-89Doors Lock in GearPress the down arrow on the INFO button one or moretimes until the DOORS LOCK IN GEAR promptappears. This feature

Page 49 - Larger Children

yellowblue 2-90Curb View Assist Mirror Programming (If Equipped)Press the down arrow on the INFO button one or moretimes until the MIRROR TO CURB

Page 50

yellowblue 2-91Comfort Controls and Radio SystemPersonalizationThese features allow both drivers to personalize theirown climate control settings

Page 51

yellowblue 2-92Oil Life IndicatorThis feature lets you know when to change the engineoil. It’s based on the engine oil temperatures and yourdrivin

Page 52 - After a Crash

3-yellowblue 3-1Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio SystemsIn this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems

Page 53

yellowblue 3-2Comfort ControlsThis section tells you how to make your air system workfor you. Your climate control system usesozone-friendly R-134

Page 54

yellowblue 3-3Passenger’s Side Temperature KnobThe right front passenger can control the temperature of air for both the front passenger and rear

Page 55

yellowblue 3-4If your vehicle is sitting out on a hot day and you have itset on AUTO, the air will first flow out the floor outletsfor a few secon

Page 56 - Door Locks

yellowblue 3-5A/C: Press this button to turn the air conditioningcompressor on and off. When you press the button, anA/C OFF message appears on th

Page 57 - Automatic Door Locks

yellowblue 1-9Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoesn’t stop.The person keeps going until stopped by something.In a real vehicle

Page 58 - Leaving Your Vehicle

yellowblue 3-6Electronic Solar SensorThe sensor monitors the sun’s solar radiation and islocated near the end of the instrument panel near the win

Page 59 - -210 of Industry Canada

yellowblue 3-7Defrosting and DefoggingUse defrost (front) on cool and humid days to keep thewindshield and side windows clear. This setting willre

Page 60 - -deterrent system when

yellowblue 3-8Ventilation SystemYour vehicle’s flow-through ventilation system suppliesoutside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outsideair

Page 61 - Battery Replacement

yellowblue 3-9Ventilation TipsKeep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow orany other obstruction (such as leaves). The heaterand defroste

Page 62 - Resynchronization

yellowblue 3-10HVAC Steering Wheel ControlsSome heating and coolingcontrols can be adjusted atthe steering wheel. Othertouch controls operate some

Page 63

yellowblue 3-11Audio SystemsYour Cadillac audio system has been designed to operateeasily and give years of listening pleasure. You will getthe mo

Page 64 - Trunk Storage System (Option)

yellowblue 3-12SOURCE: Press this button to select a source. Sourcesinclude cassette and compact disc. The audio sourcemust be loaded to play. Ava

Page 65

yellowblue 3-13PRESET SCAN: Press and hold SCAN for more thantwo seconds until you hear a beep to listen to each ofyour preset stations for five s

Page 66

yellowblue 3-14If an error occurs while trying to play a cassette tape, itcould be that:The cassette tape is tight and the cassette playercannot t

Page 67 - Theft-Deterrent System

yellowblue 3-15CLEAN TAPE: If this message appears on the display,the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will stillplay tapes, but you s

Page 68 - Testing the Alarm

yellowblue 1-10or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.You get more time to stop. You

Page 69 - PASS-Key III

yellowblue 3-16RW: Press and hold the left arrow to reverse thecompact disc. Release it to return to playing speed.FF: Press and hold the right ar

Page 70

yellowblue 3-17AVC: Your system has a feature called AutomaticVolume Control (AVC). With AVC, your audio systemmonitors the noise in the vehicle.

Page 71 - Ignition Positions

yellowblue 3-18PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons letyou return to your favorite stations. The RDS PTYmode must be off to use this mode. Yo

Page 72

yellowblue 3-19RDS (1): With RDS off, press the RDS SELECT button,followed by this button to turn RDS on. The RDSdisplay will turn on. You must ha

Page 73 - Starting Your Engine

yellowblue 3-20While a traffic announcement plays, the radio uses aspecial type of volume called TA volume. To increaseTA volume, turn the PWR/VOL

Page 74 - -up. Usually

yellowblue 3-21PTY (5) (6): With RDS on, press the RDS SELECT button, followed by or . The PTY display will turn on, if it is not already on. R

Page 75

yellowblue 3-22HR or MN: Press the RDS SELECT button, followedby one of these buttons to display the time for thecurrent station. STATION TIME IS

Page 76 - Automatic Transaxle Operation

yellowblue 3-23Using DSP ModeDSP: The Digital Signal Processing (DSP) feature is usedto provide a choice of four different listening experiences:T

Page 77

yellowblue 3-24If an error occurs while trying to play a cassette tape, itcould be that:The cassette tape is tight and the cassette playercannot t

Page 78

yellowblue 3-25Your cassette tape player automatically reducesbackground noise from tapes encoded with Dolby NR.Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactu

Page 79 - Parking Brake

yellowblue 1-11Here Are Questions Many People AskAbout Safety Belts -- and the AnswersQ:Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after anaccident if I’m

Page 80

yellowblue 3-26TUNE-SEEK: When this button is pressed, it has two positions. This button works the same, whether it ispressed to the first or seco

Page 81 - Shifting Into PARK (P)

yellowblue 3-27PTY List DescriptionRock M Rock Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Soft Soft. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 82

yellowblue 3-28Console-Mounted CD Changer (Option)With the compact disc changer, you can play up to six discs continuously. Normal size discs may

Page 83 - Shifting Out of PARK (P)

yellowblue 3-29PUSHBUTTONS: Press buttons one through six toselect compact discs one through six. These pushbuttonsrepresent the order of the disc

Page 84 - Engine Exhaust

yellowblue 3-30Compact Disc Changer ErrorsCD CHANGER ERROR could be displayed for the following:The road is too rough. The disc should play when t

Page 85 - You’re Parked

yellowblue 3-31When battery power is removed and later applied, youwill not have to reset your home radio presets becausethe radio remembers them.

Page 86 - -Down Window

yellowblue 3-32SEL: When listening to the radio, press the up or downarrow button to tune to the next or previous preset radiostation. When listen

Page 87 - Tilt Wheel

yellowblue 3-33NOTICE:Before you add any sound equipment to yourvehicle -- like a tape player, CB radio, mobiletelephone or two-way radio -- be su

Page 88

yellowblue 3-34When using a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaningcassette, it is normal for the cassette to eject becauseyour unit is equipped w

Page 89

yellowblue 3-35Care of Your Compact Disc PlayerThe use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised, due tothe risk of contaminating the lens of the CD

Page 90

yellowblue 1-12How to Wear Safety Belts ProperlyAdultsThis part is only for people of adult size.Be aware that there are special things to know ab

Page 91

yellowblue 3-36✍NOTES

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yellowblue 3-37CD Adapter KitsIt is possible to use a CD adapter kit with your cassettetape player after activating the bypass feature on yourtape

Page 93

yellowblue 3-38Once you have loaded the discs in the magazine, slideopen the door of the compact disc (CD) changer. Pushthe magazine into the chan

Page 94

yellowblue 3-39RDM: Press this button to hear the tracks in random,rather than sequential, order. RANDOM will appear onthe display. Press TUNE-SEE

Page 95 - Exterior Lamps

yellowblue 3-40With this feature, your vehicle will recall the latest radiosettings as adjusted the last time your vehicle wasoperated. This featu

Page 96

yellowblue 3-41Audio Steering Wheel ControlsSome audio controlscan be adjusted at thesteering wheel. Theyinclude the following:VOL: Press the up a

Page 97

yellowblue 3-42FM StereoFM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signalswill reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tallbuildings or

Page 98

yellowblue 3-43Care of Your Cassette Tape PlayerA tape player that is not cleaned regularly can causereduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a

Page 99 - Interior Lamps

yellowblue 3-44The use of a non-scrubbing action, dry-type cleaningcassette is not recommended.After you clean the player, press and hold the ejec

Page 100 - Reading Lamps

yellowblue 3-45✍NOTES

Page 101 - Battery Load Management

yellowblue 1-134. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t lon

Page 102 - -point compass display

yellowblue 3-46✍NOTES

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4-yellowblue 4-1Section 4 Your Driving and the RoadHere you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather c

Page 104

yellowblue 4-2Defensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively.Please start with a very important safety devic

Page 105 - Storage Compartments

yellowblue 4-3Drunken DrivingDeath and injury associated with drinking and driving isa national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the hi

Page 106 - Convenience Net

yellowblue 4-4It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, ifthe same person drank three double martinis (3 ouncesor 90 ml of liquor each)

Page 107 - (Option)

yellowblue 4-5The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcoholin one drink. No amount of coffee or number of coldshowers will speed that

Page 108 - Assist Handles

yellowblue 4-6Control of a VehicleYou have three systems that make your vehicle go whereyou want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering andth

Page 109 - Sunroof (Option)

yellowblue 4-7Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive inspurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace

Page 110 - K1–62–1116–W

yellowblue 4-8You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with ABS.A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If oneof the wheels is about to

Page 111

yellowblue 4-9The TRACTION ENGAGED message will display onthe Driver Information Center when the traction controlsystem is limiting wheel spin. Se

Page 112

yellowblue iiGENERAL MOTORS, GM and the GM Emblem,CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest & Wreath and the name SEVILLE are registered trademarks ofGener

Page 113

yellowblue 1-14Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearlyas much protection this way.CAUTION:You can be ser

Page 114 - -- Your Information System

yellowblue 4-10You can turn the system back on at any time by pressingthe button again. The TRACTION READY messageshould display briefly on the Dr

Page 115

yellowblue 4-11Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems -- steering and acceleration -- h

Page 116 - Instrument Panel Cluster

yellowblue 4-12An emergency like this requires close attention and aquick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel atthe recommended 9 and

Page 117 - Speedometer and Odometer

yellowblue 4-13PassingThe driver of a vehicle about to pass another on atwo-lane highway waits for just the right moment,accelerates, moves around

Page 118

yellowblue 4-14Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, andstart your left lane change signal before moving outof the right lane to pass. Wh

Page 119 - Tachometer

yellowblue 4-15If your traction control system is off, then anacceleration skid is also best handled by easing yourfoot off the accelerator pedal.

Page 120 - Air Bag Readiness Light

yellowblue 4-16Here are some tips on night driving.Drive defensively.Don’t drink and drive.Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down

Page 121 - Brake System Warning Light

yellowblue 4-17Driving in Rain and on Wet RoadsRain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wetroad, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as we

Page 122

yellowblue 4-18Driving too fast through large water puddles or evengoing through some car washes can cause problems, too.The water may affect your

Page 123 - Warning Light

yellowblue 4-19HydroplaningHydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build upunder your tires that they can actually ride on the water.This can

Page 124

yellowblue 1-15Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in

Page 125 - -- An emission control system

yellowblue 4-20City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out forwhat the oth

Page 126 - -up, stalling when you

yellowblue 4-21Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safestof al

Page 127

yellowblue 4-22The exit speed is usually posted.Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, notto your sense of motion. After driving for any

Page 128

yellowblue 4-23Then here are some tips:Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with acomfortably cool interior.Keep your eyes moving. Scan the

Page 129 - Fuel Gage

yellowblue 4-24If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’replanning to visit there, here are some tips that can makeyour trips safer and

Page 130 - DIC Controls and Displays

yellowblue 4-25Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.You may want to put winter emergency

Page 131 - - 27: This message is

yellowblue 4-26Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where your tires meet theroad probably have good traction.However, if there is

Page 132

yellowblue 4-27Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stabilitywhen you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Eventhough you have the anti-lo

Page 133

yellowblue 4-28Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police thatyou’ve been stopped by the snow.Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around

Page 134

yellowblue 4-29Run your engine only as long as you must. This savesfuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little fasterthan just idle. That i

Page 135

yellowblue 1-16Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.CAUTION:You c

Page 136

yellowblue 4-30Loading Your VehicleTwo labels on your vehicle show how much weight itmay properly carry. The Tire-Loading Information labelfound o

Page 137

yellowblue 4-31CAUTION:Do not load your vehicle any heavier than theGVWR, or either the maximum front or rearGAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicl

Page 138 - Features (If Equipped)

yellowblue 4-32Towing a TrailerCAUTION:If you don’t use the correct equipment and driveproperly, you can lose control when you pull atrailer. For

Page 139

yellowblue 4-33If You Do Decide To Pull A TrailerIf you do, here are some important points:There are many different laws, including speed limitres

Page 140

yellowblue 4-34You can ask your dealer for our trailering information oradvice, or you can write us at:Cadillac Customer Assistance CenterCadillac

Page 141

yellowblue 4-35Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s TiresBe sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upperlimit for cold tires. You’ll find these n

Page 142 - (If Equipped)

yellowblue 4-36Trailer BrakesBecause you have anti-lock brakes, don’t try to tap intoyour vehicle’s hydraulic brake system. If you do, bothbrake s

Page 143 - Suspension (CVRSS)

yellowblue 4-37PassingYou’ll need more passing distance up ahead whenyou’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deallonger, you’ll need t

Page 144 - Oil Life Indicator

yellowblue 4-38Driving On GradesReduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you startdown a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shiftdown, you

Page 145

yellowblue 4-39When You Are Ready to Leave AfterParking on a Hill1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal downwhile you:Start your engine;S

Page 146 - Comfort Controls

yellowblue 1-17Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. Ina crash,

Page 147 - -level mode). On bright

yellowblue 4-40✍NOTES

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yellowblue 4-41✍NOTES

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yellowblue 4-42✍NOTES

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5-yellowblue 5-1Section 5 Problems on the RoadHere you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.5-2 Hazard Warning Flashe

Page 151 - Rear Window Defogger

yellowblue 5-2Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your front and

Page 152 - Ventilation System

yellowblue 5-3Other Warning DevicesIf you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up atthe side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your

Page 153 - -piece filter

yellowblue 5-42. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cablescan reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touchingeach other. If they are, it

Page 154 - HVAC Steering Wheel Controls

yellowblue 5-5CAUTION:Using a match near a battery can cause batterygas to explode. People have been hurt doing this,and some have been blinded. U

Page 155 - Audio Systems

yellowblue 5-67. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the remotepositive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery.8. Don’t let the other

Page 156

yellowblue 5-7Don’t let the other end of the negative (-) cable touchanything until the next step. The other end of thenegative (-) cable doesn’t

Page 157 - -) symbol on

yellowblue 1-18To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.The belt should go back out of the way.Before you close the door, be sure t

Page 158 - -SEEK to work

yellowblue 5-8Towing Your VehicleCAUTION:To help avoid serious personal injury to you or others:Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that isbein

Page 159

yellowblue 5-9Overheated Engine Protection Operating ModeShould an overheated engine condition exist and themessage ENGINE OVERHEATED, STOP ENGINE

Page 160

yellowblue 5-10CAUTION: (Continued)from it. Just turn it off and get everyone awayfrom the vehicle until it cools down. Wait untilthere is no sign

Page 161

yellowblue 5-11If you no longer have the overheat warning, you candrive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes.If the warning doesn’t

Page 162

yellowblue 5-12CAUTION:An electric engine cooling fan under the hood canstart up even when the engine is not running andcan injure you. Keep hands

Page 163

yellowblue 5-13CAUTION:Heater and radiator hoses, and other engineparts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If youdo, you can be burned.Don’t run

Page 164

yellowblue 5-14How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge TankIf you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant levelisn’t at or above the fill mar

Page 165

yellowblue 5-15CAUTION:Adding only plain water to your cooling systemcan be dangerous. Plain water, or some otherliquid like alcohol, can boil bef

Page 166

yellowblue 5-161. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure capwhen the cooling system, including the coolant surgetank pressure cap and uppe

Page 167

yellowblue 5-174. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start theengine and let it run until you can feel the upperradiator hose getting h

Page 168

yellowblue 1-19The best way to protect the fetus is to protect themother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s morelikely that the fetus won’

Page 169

yellowblue 5-18Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard

Page 170 - (PTY) Selections

yellowblue 5-19Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe equipment you’ll need is in the trunk.Instructions for changing your tires are on the inside o

Page 171 - CD Adapter Kits

yellowblue 5-20Unscrew the wing nuts to remove the container thatholds the wrench and jack.Remove the wheel wrench, jack and the spare tire fromth

Page 172

yellowblue 5-21Removing the Wheel CoverSLS Wheel ShownOn the SLS, there is a center wheel cover on thealuminum wheel. Using the flat end of the wh

Page 173 - -SEEK while RDM is on the

yellowblue 5-222. Find the jacking location from the diagrams aboveand corresponding cutouts in the plastic molding.CAUTION:Getting under a vehicl

Page 174 - Feature (If Equipped)

yellowblue 5-23CAUTION:Raising your vehicle with the jack improperlypositioned can damage the vehicle and even makethe vehicle fall. To help avoid

Page 175 - Audio Steering Wheel Controls

yellowblue 5-248. Remove any rust or dirtfrom the wheel bolts,mounting surfaces andspare wheel.CAUTION:Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts

Page 176 - Tips About Your Audio System

yellowblue 5-2511. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handlecounterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.12. Tighten the wheelnuts firmly in acr

Page 177 - -way radio -- be sure you can

yellowblue 5-26CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightenedwheel nuts can cause the wheel to become looseand even come off. This could lea

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yellowblue 5-27Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as possible.Store the jack and wheel wrench in their compartment inthe trunk. For s

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yellowblue 1-20CAUTION: (Continued)Next Generation frontal air bags for the driverand right front passenger are designed to workonly in moderate t

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yellowblue 5-28Compact Spare TireAlthough the compact spare tire was fully inflated whenyour vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check

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yellowblue 5-29If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or SnowIn order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you willneed to spin the wheels, but you

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6-yellowblue 6-1Section 6 Service and Appearance CareHere you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with servi

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yellowblue 6-2ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer forall your service ne

Page 187

yellowblue 6-3CAUTION:You can be injured and your vehicle could bedamaged if you try to do service work on avehicle without knowing enough about i

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yellowblue 6-4If you’re using fuel rated at the recommended octane orhigher and you hear heavy knocking, your engine needsservice. But don’t worry

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yellowblue 6-5NOTICE:Your vehicle was not designed for fuel thatcontains methanol. Don’t use it. It can corrodemetal parts in your fuel system and

Page 190

yellowblue 1-21CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to, anyair bag when it inflates can be seriously injuredor killed. This is true

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yellowblue 6-6The fuel door release buttonis located on the left side ofthe instrument panel belowthe lamp controls. To openthe fuel door, press t

Page 192 - Defensive Driving

yellowblue 6-7CAUTION:If you get gasoline on yourself and thensomething ignites it, you could be badly burned.Gasoline can spray out on you if you

Page 193 - Drunken Driving

yellowblue 6-8Filling a Portable Fuel ContainerCAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inyour vehicle. Static electricity dischar

Page 194

yellowblue 6-9Hood ReleasePull the lever inside thevehicle to open the hood. Itis located on the lower leftside of the instrument panel.Then go to

Page 195

yellowblue 6-10When you open the hood, you’ll see:A. Windshield Washer FluidB. Power Steering FluidC. Engine Oil Fill LocationD. Engine Oil Dipsti

Page 196 - Control of a Vehicle

yellowblue 6-11Underhood LampTurn the parking lamps on to operate the underhoodlamp. The underhood lamp will come on when the hoodis opened.Engine

Page 197

yellowblue 6-12Checking Engine OilPull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel orcloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again

Page 198

yellowblue 6-13What Kind of Engine Oil to UseOils recommended for your vehicle can be identified bylooking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol

Page 199 - -- but the system won’t turn

yellowblue 6-14As shown in the chart, SAE 10W-30 is best for yourvehicle. However, you can use SAE 5W-30 if it’s goingto be colder than 60 F (16 C

Page 200 - Steering

yellowblue 6-15The system won’t detect dust in the oil. So, if you drive in a dusty area, be sure to change your oil every3,000 miles (5 000 km) o

Page 201 - -- steering around

yellowblue 1-22How the Air Bag Systems WorkWhere are the air bags?The driver’s frontal air bag is in the middle of thesteering wheel.The right fro

Page 202 - Off-Road Recovery

yellowblue 6-16Engine Air Cleaner/FilterThe air cleaner is located next to the coolant surge tankon the driver’s side of the engine. Be sure the e

Page 203 - -- the head-on collision

yellowblue 6-174. Unhook both air cleaner cover latches.5. Move the air cleaner lid out of the way.6. Take out the air cleaner filter and remove a

Page 204 - Loss of Control

yellowblue 6-18Follow these steps to reinstall the air cleaner assembly:1. Slide the air cleaner lid into the slots in the bottom ofthe air cleane

Page 205 - Driving at Night

yellowblue 6-19Automatic Transaxle FluidWhen to Check and ChangeA good time to check your automatic transaxle fluidlevel is when the engine oil is

Page 206

yellowblue 6-20To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normaloperating temperature, which is 180 F to 200 F (82 C to 93 C).Get the vehicl

Page 207

yellowblue 6-213. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in thecross-hatched area.4. If the fluid lev

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yellowblue 6-22NOTICE:We recommend you use only fluid labeledDEXRON-III, because fluid with that label ismade especially for your automatic transa

Page 209 - Some Other Rainy Weather Tips

yellowblue 6-23Engine CoolantThe cooling system in your vehicle is filled withDEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designedto remain in your

Page 210 - City Driving

yellowblue 6-24CAUTION:Adding only plain water to your cooling systemcan be dangerous. Plain water, or some otherliquid like alcohol, can boil bef

Page 211 - Freeway Driving

yellowblue 6-25Checking CoolantThe engine coolant surge tank is located on the driver’sside of the engine.The cooling system is under a lot of pre

Page 212 - Highway Hypnosis

yellowblue 1-23The driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of thedriver’s seatback closest to the door.The right front passenger’s side impact

Page 213 - Hill and Mountain Roads

yellowblue 6-26Adding CoolantIf you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOLcoolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when theengine is cool.C

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yellowblue 6-27How to Check Power Steering FluidWhen the engine compartment is cool, wipe the cap andthe top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew

Page 215 - Winter Driving

yellowblue 6-28NOTICE:When using concentrated washer fluid,follow the manufacturer’s instructions foradding water.Don’t mix water with ready-to-us

Page 216 - -- drive with caution

yellowblue 6-29There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level inthe reservoir might go down. The first is that the brakefluid goes down to a

Page 217 - -Lock” in the Index

yellowblue 6-30NOTICE:Using the wrong fluid can badly damagebrake system parts. For example, just a fewdrops of mineral-based oil, such as engineo

Page 218

yellowblue 6-31CAUTION:The CHANGE BRAKE PADS message or thehigh-pitched warning sound means that soonyour brakes won’t work well. That could lead

Page 219 - Recreational Vehicle Towing

yellowblue 6-32Replacing Brake System PartsThe braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its manyparts have to be of top quality and work well toget

Page 220 - Loading Your Vehicle

yellowblue 6-33To be sure the vent hose (A) is properly attached, thevent hose connectors (B) must be securely reattached tothe vent outlets (C) o

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yellowblue 6-34Bulb ReplacementFor any bulb changing procedure not listed in thissection, contact your dealer service department.Halogen BulbsCAUT

Page 222 - Towing a Trailer

yellowblue 6-354. To replace the low-beam bulb, first remove therubber housing cover on the rear of the lamp.5. Then, turn the bulb socket counter

Page 223 - Weight of the Trailer

yellowblue iiiHow to Use this ManualMany people read their owner’s manual from beginningto end when they first receive their new vehicle. If youdo

Page 224 - -distributing

yellowblue 1-24When should an air bag inflate?The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bagsare designed to inflate in moderate to seve

Page 225

yellowblue 6-366. Remove the headlamp bulb socket. 7. After removing the wiring harness connector fromthe headlamp bulb socket, replace the bulb a

Page 226 - Following Distance

yellowblue 6-37Headlamp AimingYour vehicle has a headlamp system equipped withhorizontal and vertical aim indicators. The aim has beenpre-set at t

Page 227 - Making Turns

yellowblue 6-38A. Horizontal Aiming ScrewB. Vertical Aiming ScrewStart with the horizontal aim. The adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 Tor

Page 228

yellowblue 6-39B. Vertical Aiming ScrewD. Level Bubble2. Turn the vertical aiming screw until the level bubbleis lined up with zero.Front Turn Sig

Page 229 - Parking on a Hill

yellowblue 6-40Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)The individual bulbs in the CHMSL are not serviceable.See your dealer for assistance.Rear Turn

Page 230

yellowblue 6-417. Press the bulb socket tab and turn the socketcounterclockwise to remove it. To remove the bulb,grasp the socket firmly and pull

Page 231

yellowblue 6-422. Press the tab that holds the wiper blade to the arm.3. Slide the blade down and off the arm.4. Slide in the new blade and snap i

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yellowblue 6-43CAUTION: (Continued)Underinflated tires pose the same danger asoverloaded tires. The resulting accidentcould cause serious injury.

Page 233

yellowblue 6-44NOTICE:Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation oroverinflation is all right. It’s not. If your tiresdon’t have enough air (un

Page 234 - Hazard Warning Flashers

yellowblue 6-45When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotationpattern shown here.Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotat

Page 235 - Jump Starting

yellowblue 1-25How does an air bag restrain?In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions,even belted occupants can contact the steerin

Page 236

yellowblue 6-46When It’s Time for New TiresOne way to tell when it’stime for new tires is tocheck the treadwearindicators, which willappear when y

Page 237

yellowblue 6-47CAUTION:Mixing tires could cause you to lose control whiledriving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types(radial and bias-bel

Page 238 - -) terminal

yellowblue 6-48TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based onthe wear rate of the tire when tested under controlledconditions on a

Page 239 - -) cable touch

yellowblue 6-49Wheel Alignment and Tire BalanceThe wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balancedcarefully at the factory to give you the longes

Page 240 - Engine Overheating

yellowblue 6-50NOTICE:The wrong wheel can also cause problems withbearing life, brake cooling, speedometer orodometer calibration, headlamp aim, b

Page 241

yellowblue 6-51Appearance CareRemember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Someare toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike amatch or get

Page 242 - -- AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE ( )

yellowblue 6-52Here are some cleaning tips:Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.Clean up stains as soon as you can -- before they set

Page 243 - Cooling System

yellowblue 6-53Cleaning Wood PanelsUse a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (usemild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediatelywith a cl

Page 244

yellowblue 6-54Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper bladesand affect their performance. Clean the blade by wipingvigorously with a cl

Page 245

yellowblue 6-55Your vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use

Page 246

yellowblue 1-26Your vehicle has a feature that will automatically unlockthe doors and turn the interior lamps on when the frontalair bags inflate

Page 247

yellowblue 6-56NOTICE:When applying a tire dressing always take care towipe off any overspray or splash from all paintedsurfaces on the body or wh

Page 248 - -quarter turn and

yellowblue 6-57GM Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsPART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE994954 23 in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth – Wax Treated Exterior

Page 249 - If a Tire Goes Flat

yellowblue 6-58Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the i

Page 250 - Changing a Flat Tire

yellowblue 6-59Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNOTICE:Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicleunless you check with your dealer f

Page 251

yellowblue 6-60Fuses and Circuit BreakersThe wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected fromshort circuits by a combination of fuses and circui

Page 252

yellowblue 6-61MinifusesFuse Usage1 Not Used2 Accessory3 Windshield Wipers4 Not Used5 Headlamp Low Beam Left6 Headlamp Low Beam RightFuse Usage7 I

Page 253 - Spare Tire

yellowblue 6-62Micro RelaysRelay Usage27 Headlamp High Beam28 Headlamp Low Beam29 Fog Lamps30 Daytime Running Lamps31 Horn32 Air Conditioner Clutc

Page 254

yellowblue 6-63Rear Underseat Bussed Electrical Center (BEC)The rear BEC is located under the rear seat on thedriver’s side. The rear seat cushion

Page 255

yellowblue 6-64Fuse Usage6 Heated Seat Left Rear7 Power Tilt and Telescoping Steering8 Supplemental Inflation Restraint9 Not Used10 Lamps Park Rig

Page 256

yellowblue 6-65Micro RelaysRelay Usage39 Fuel Pump40 Parking Lamps41 Ignition 142 Park Brake A43 Park Brake B44 Park Shift Interlock45 Reverse Lam

Page 257 - -quarter turn with the

yellowblue 1-27CAUTION:For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key isturned off and the battery is disconnected, an airbag can still inflate durin

Page 258

yellowblue 6-66Removing the Rear Seat CushionNOTICE:The battery and main fuse boxes are locatedunder the rear seat cushion. The battery’s groundte

Page 259

yellowblue 6-67CAUTION:A safety belt that isn’t properly routed throughthe seat cushion or is twisted won’t provide theprotection needed in a cras

Page 260 - Compact Spare Tire

yellowblue 6-68Replacement BulbsApplication NumberHeadlamps CompositeInner High Beam 9005 HB3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Outer Low Beam 9006 HB4

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yellowblue 6-69Wheel Nut Torque100 lb-ft (140 N·m)CapacitiesTransaxle (4T80-E) 15.0 quarts (14.2 L). . . . . . . . . . Crankcase (Engine Oil with

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7-yellowblue 7-1Section 7 Customer Assistance InformationHere you will find out how to contact Cadillac if you need assistance. This section also

Page 264

yellowblue 7-2Customer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important to yourdealer and to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns wi

Page 265

yellowblue 7-3When contacting Cadillac, please remember that yourconcern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s facility. Thatis why we suggest you

Page 266 - Doing Your Own Service Work

yellowblue 7-4Customer Assistance OfficesCadillac encourages customers to call the toll-free numberfor assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to wr

Page 267

yellowblue 7-5GM Mobility Program for Personswith DisabilitiesThis program, available toqualified applicants, canreimburse you up to $1,000toward

Page 268 - -enhancing additive

yellowblue 1-281. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.Don’t let it get twisted.The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt ac

Page 269 - Filling Your Tank

yellowblue 7-6Each technician travels with a specially equippedservice vehicle complete with the necessary Cadillacparts and tools required to han

Page 270

yellowblue 7-7Trip Interruption -- If your trip is interrupted due to a warranty failure, incidental expenses may bereimbursed during the 48 month

Page 271

yellowblue 7-8Courtesy TransportationCadillac has always exemplified quality and value in itsoffering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership

Page 272

yellowblue 7-9Courtesy Rental VehicleWhen your vehicle is unavailable due to warranty repairs,your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courte

Page 273 - Hood Release

yellowblue 7-10General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify,change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at anytime and to resolve al

Page 274

yellowblue 7-11REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSTO THE CANADIANGOVERNMENTIf you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehiclehas a safety defect, you s

Page 275 - Engine Oil

yellowblue 7-12CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1999 CADILLACSERVICE MANUALSService Manuals have the diagnosis and repair informationon engines, transmiss

Page 276 - When to Add Engine Oil

yellowblue 7-13PUBLICATION FORMNUMBEROrders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow adequate time for postalservice. If further inf

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8-yellowblue 8-1Section 8 IndexABS 4-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adapter Kits, CDs 3-27. .

Page 279 - -flowing oil

yellowblue 1-293. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckleend of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part.The lap part of the belt

Page 280 - Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

yellowblue 8-2Battery 6-32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Charging System Light 2-69. . . . . . . . .

Page 281

yellowblue 8-3CheckBrake Fluid Message 2-80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coolant Level Message 2-80. . . . . . . . . . . . .

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yellowblue 8-4Cooling System 5-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cornering Lamps 2-45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 283 - Automatic Transaxle Fluid

yellowblue 8-5Through Water 4-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Winter 4-25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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yellowblue 8-6Fog Lamp Light 2-76. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fog Lamps 2-45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 285 - -hatched area on

yellowblue 8-7Ice Possible Message 2-82. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ignition Positions 2-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 286 - Thermostat

yellowblue 8-8Limiter, Engine Speed 2-67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Limiter, Vehicle Speed 2-66. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 287 - Engine Coolant

yellowblue 8-9Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5-9. . . . . . . . Overheating Engine 5-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 288

yellowblue 8-10Rearview Mirror 2-49, 2-52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Driver’s Outside Auto-Dimming 2-52. . . . . . . . .

Page 289

yellowblue 8-11SeatsAdaptive 1-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Auto Exit 2-87. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 290 - Power Steering Fluid

yellowblue 1-30CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt istoo loose. In a crash, you would move forwardtoo much, which could increa

Page 291 - Windshield Washer Fluid

yellowblue 8-12Steering WheelAuto Exit 2-87. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Controls 3-10, 3-31. . . . . . .

Page 292 - Brake Fluid

yellowblue 8-13TrailerBrakes 4-36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Driving on Grades 4-38. . . . . . . . .

Page 293

yellowblue 8-14WheelAlignment 6-49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nut Torque 5-26, 6-69. . . . . . . . . . . .

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yellowblue 1-31CAUTION:Smaller children and babies should always berestrained in a child or infant restraint. Theinstructions for the restraint wi

Page 295

yellowblue 1-32CAUTION:Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in avehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until acrash. During a crash a baby w

Page 296

yellowblue 1-33Child RestraintsEvery time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have protection provided byappropriate restrain

Page 297

yellowblue ivVehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this book you will find these notices:NOTICE:These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehi

Page 298 - Bulb Replacement

yellowblue 1-34A rear-facing infant restraint (B) positions an infantto face the rear of the vehicle. Rear-facing infantrestraints are designed fo

Page 299 - -beam bulb, first remove the

yellowblue 1-35A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) positions achild upright to face forward in the vehicle. Theseforward-facing restraints are

Page 300

yellowblue 1-36A booster seat (F, G) is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs., or even up to 80 lbs. (18 to 27 kg, or even up to 36 kg

Page 301

yellowblue 1-37When choosing a child restraint, be sure the childrestraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, itwill have a label sayi

Page 302

yellowblue 1-38Top StrapCanadian law requires that forward-facing childrestraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored.If your child r

Page 303 - Front Turn Signal Lamps

yellowblue 1-39Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed.If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face orneck, put it behind the

Page 304

yellowblue 1-404. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt whileyou push down on the child restraint. If you’re usinga forward-facing chi

Page 305 - -locked position

yellowblue 1-41Although a rear seat is a safer place, you can secure aforward-facing child restraint in the right front seat.You’ll be using the l

Page 306

yellowblue 1-425. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of theretractor to set the lock.6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back int

Page 307

yellowblue 1-43Larger ChildrenChildren who have outgrown child restraints shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.Accident statistics show that chil

Page 308 - Tire Inspection and Rotation

yellowblue vFor example,these symbolsare used on anoriginal battery:CAUTIONPOSSIBLEINJURYPROTECTEYES BYSHIELDINGCAUSTICBATTERYACID COULDCAUSEBURNS

Page 309

yellowblue 1-44CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt. Thebelt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In acrash, the

Page 310 - -season tread

yellowblue 1-45CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behindthe child. If t

Page 311

yellowblue 1-46Safety Belt ExtenderIf the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, youshould use it.But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to

Page 312 - -- A, B, C

2-yellowblue 2-1Section 2 Features and ControlsHere you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information o

Page 313

yellowblue 2-2KeysCAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. A child orothers could be badly injure

Page 314

yellowblue 2-3Master Key Valet KeyThere is a master key that works in all of the lockcylinders (driver’s door, trunk, ignition and glove box).Ther

Page 315 - Appearance Care

yellowblue 2-4Door LocksCAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.Passengers -- especially children -- can easilyopen the doors and fall out. When a

Page 316

yellowblue 2-5Power Door LocksPress the top of the powerdoor lock switch to unlockall of the doors at once.Press the down arrow tolock the doors.T

Page 317 - Windshield and Wiper Blades

yellowblue 2-6Rear Door Security LockYour vehicle is equippedwith rear door securitylocks that help preventpassengers from openingthe rear doors o

Page 318 - Weatherstrips

yellowblue 2-7Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) SystemWith this feature, you canlock and unlock the doors,unlock the trunk, open thefuel door and turn on

Page 319 - Cleaning Tires

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Page 320 - Chemical Paint Spotting

yellowblue 2-8OperationWhen you press this button to unlock the driver’sdoor, the parking lamps on your vehicle will flash twice.(You can program

Page 321

yellowblue 2-9Battery ReplacementUnder normal use, the battery in your remote keylessentry transmitter should last about four years.You can tell t

Page 322 - Engine Identification

yellowblue 2-102. Once the transmitter is separated, use a pencil (or asimilar object) to remove the old battery. Do not usea metal object.3. Inse

Page 323 - Electrical System

yellowblue 2-11TrunkCAUTION:It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lidopen because carbon monoxide (CO) gas cancome into your vehicle. You ca

Page 324 - Fuses and Circuit Breakers

yellowblue 2-12Trunk Storage System (Option)The trunk storage system can be used to organize manydifferent items inside the trunk. The storagecomp

Page 325

yellowblue 2-13The following steps explain how to remove the trunkstorage system for cleaning or in case you need to accessthe spare tire. Follow

Page 326

yellowblue 2-14Trunk Lid Tie DownCAUTION:Driving with the trunk lid open can allowdangerous CO (carbon monoxide) gas to comeinto your vehicle. You

Page 327

yellowblue 2-15TheftVehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrentfeatures, we kno

Page 328

yellowblue 2-16To arm the system, do the following:1. Open the door.2. Lock the door using the power door lock switch withthe door open or the Rem

Page 329

yellowblue 2-17If the alarm does not sound when it should, check to seeif the horn works. The horn fuse may be blown. Toreplace the fuse, see “Fus

Page 330

1-yellowblue 1-1Section 1 Seats and Restraint SystemHere you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts

Page 331

yellowblue 2-18This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not

Page 332 - Capacities and Specifications

yellowblue 2-19New Vehicle “Break-In”NOTICE:Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate“break-in.” But it will perform better in the longrun if you fol

Page 333 - Replacement Parts

yellowblue 2-20NOTICE:If your key seems stuck in OFF and you can’tturn it, be sure you are using the correct key; ifso, is it all the way in? Turn

Page 334

yellowblue 2-21Starting Your EngineMove your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s asafet

Page 335

yellowblue 2-223. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but thenstops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline.Try pushing your accelera

Page 336

yellowblue 2-23To Use the Engine Coolant Heater1. Turn off the engine.2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.The electrical cord is locat

Page 337 - Telephone (TTY) Users

yellowblue 2-24Automatic Transaxle OperationThere are several different positions for the shift lever.PARK (P): This locks thefront wheels. It’s t

Page 338 - Customer Assistance Offices

yellowblue 2-25REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.NOTICE:Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle ismoving forward could damage your transaxl

Page 339 - Roadside Service

yellowblue 2-26NOTICE:If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly, orif it doesn’t seem to shift gears as you accelerate,something may be wron

Page 340 - -- 48 months/

yellowblue 2-27NOTICE:If your front wheels can’t rotate, don’t try todrive. This might happen if you were stuck invery deep sand or mud or were up

Page 341

yellowblue 1-2Seats and Seat ControlsThis section tells you about the power seats -- how toadjust them, and also about reclining front seatbacks,l

Page 342 - Courtesy Transportation

yellowblue 2-28When you shift out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) andthe engine is on, the parking brake should release. If itdoesn’t, you can manually

Page 343 - -vehicle as a

yellowblue 2-29NOTICE:Driving with the parking brake on can causeyour rear brakes to overheat. You may have toreplace them and you could also dama

Page 344 - GOVERNMENT

yellowblue 2-30Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine RunningCAUTION:It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with theengine running. Your vehicle

Page 345 - -800-263-3777 (English)

yellowblue 2-31Shifting Out of PARK (P)CAUTION:Before shifting out of PARK (P) you must fullyapply your regular brakes. Your vehicle can roll.If y

Page 346

yellowblue 2-32Parking Over Things That BurnCAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t parkove

Page 347

yellowblue 2-33Running Your Engine While You’re ParkedIt’s better not to park with the engine running. But if youever have to, here are some thing

Page 348

yellowblue 2-34WindowsPower WindowsThe power window controls are located on the armrestnear each window. Press the up or down arrows on thecontrol

Page 349 - Section 8 Index

yellowblue 2-35HornThe horn can be sounded by pressing on the center ofthe steering wheel pad.Tilt WheelTilt steering allows you to adjust the ste

Page 350

yellowblue 2-36Turn Signal/Multifunction LeverTurn and Lane Change SignalsTo signal a turn, move the lever on the left side of thesteering wheel a

Page 351

yellowblue 2-37Flash-To-PassThis feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps tosignal the driver in front of you that you want to pass.Pull the t

Page 352

yellowblue 1-3Massaging Lumbar (If Equipped)Push the lumbar control, located on the outboard side of each front seat, up for half a second to acti

Page 353

yellowblue 2-38INT (DELAY): Move the lever up to the INT position,then turn the INT ADJ band, which is located on thelever, to adjust the delay ti

Page 354

yellowblue 2-39NOTICE:The wipers must be turned off when goingthrough a car wash to avoid damage.It is important to note that the Rainsense wiping

Page 355

yellowblue 2-40Cruise ControlThe cruise control lever islocated on the lower rightside of the steering column.With cruise control, you can maintai

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yellowblue 2-41Setting Cruise ControlCAUTION:If you leave your cruise control switch on whenyou’re not using cruise, you might hit a buttonand go

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yellowblue 2-42Reducing Speed While Using Cruise ControlThere are two ways to reduce your speed while usingcruise control:Move the cruise lever do

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yellowblue 2-43Exterior LampsThe control on the left side of the instrument panel controls these lamp systems:Parking LampsHeadlampsTaillampsSidem

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yellowblue 2-44The wiper-activated headlamps will turn off if you turnoff the Twilight Sentinel or the windshield wipers. Ifturned off by deactiva

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yellowblue 2-45To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, turn off theTwilight Sentinel and shift the transaxle into PARK (P).Placing your vehicle in

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yellowblue 2-46If you move the lever all the way to the right, the lampswill remain on for approximately three minutes after theignition has been

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yellowblue 2-47Exterior Lighting Battery SaverIf the manual parking lamps or headlamps have been lefton, the exterior lamps will turn off approxim

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