1994 Cadillac DeVille Owner's Manual
1994 Cadillac DeVille Manual
1994 Cadillac DeVille manual content summary:
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1994 OWNER'S LITERATURE - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 2
PENALTY O F LEADERSHIP (Cadllac Motor C a r Co. Detroit. Mich.) COPYRIOWT,CADtLLAC MOTOR CARDIVISION - THIS TEXT APPEARED AS AN ADVERTISEMENT IN THE SATURDAY EVENING POST 7 JANUARY 2ND. IN THE YEAR 1915 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 3
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- "Craftsmanship Club of England awarded the prestigious - 1 first in 1908 for achieving perfect interchangeability of parts and again in 1912 for introducing the electric self starter, electric lighting and ignition system. Cadillac is the only American manufacturer to winthis honor and the to - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 5
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lines of the 1938 60 Special series ushered in a new era in styling. During World War 1 , shortly 1 after Pearl Harbor, Cadillac discontinued car production for the first time since 1902 in order to construct light tanks, combat vehicles and internal parts for Allison V1710 engines. Two Cadillac V8 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 7
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in. V8 engine used in all Cadillacs in 1968 and 1969 was enlarged to 500 cu. in. for high compression V8 engine. Engineering innovations, conveniences and styling dominated the all 1970 Eldorados. An Air Cushion Restraint System (airbag) was available for '50s and '60s. Cruise control, automatic - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 9
the Northstar system. The system includes the 32 valve, dual overhead camshaft, Northstar 4.6 liter V8 engine, 4T80 E electronically controlled automatic transaxle, road sensing suspension,.speed sensitive steering, antilock brakes and traction control. For more than nine decades Cadillac has been - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 10
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you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the "SIR' system. ... Section 2 - Features and Controls 66 This section explains how to start and operate your Cadillac. Section 3 - Comfort Controls and Audio Systems ... I ...150 176 1 This section tellsyou how to adjust - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 13
THE 1994 SEDAN DEVILLE LITERATURE - Please keepthis literature in your Cadillac, so it will be there if you ever need it when you'reon the road.If you sell the vehicle, please leave this book in it so the new owner can use it. FOR C m m W OWNERS WHO PREFER A FRENCH LANGUAGE 2MANUAL: Aux - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 14
This help youiearn :bout the features will and controls for your vehicle. In this manual; find that pictures and you'll words work together to explain things quickly. - INDEX A circle with a slash through in this book. This it safety symbol means "Don't,'' "Don't do this," "Don't let this happen." - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 15
Khicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean thereis But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. yellow for You' - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 16
of the symbols you will find on your vehicle.For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: - A CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY I PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING I CAUSTIC BAlTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS I whenever your vehicle is driven: I II FASTEN SEATBELTS POWER WINDOW AIR BAG I 3 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 17
These symbols have to do with your lights: I MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH 1 TURN SIGNALS PARKING LIGHTS A HAZARD WARNING FLASHER #O I LIGHTS OR HIGH BEAM FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls: 0 4 W 0 b I I WINDSHIELD WIPER & WASHER I WINDSHIELD WASHER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 18
warning and indicator lights: I ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE I CHARGING m BRAKE ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE RADIATOR COOLANT I FUEL 11 ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ANTILOCK BRAKE Here aresome other symbols you maysee: F L FUSE I RADIO SELECTOR RADIO VOLUME AIR CONDITIONING I 1 I r1 TRUNK HATCHBACK - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 19
'll find information about the seats in your Cadillac, your Supplemental Inflatable Restraint ("air bag") system and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about somethings you should not do with safety belts. - SEATS AND SEAT CONTROLS This section tells you about the seats how - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 20
whole seat forward or rearward. Front Seatback Recliner To recline the seatback, lift the lever on the outerside of the front seat and move the position the seatback to where you want it. Release the lever to lock the seatback. Pull up on the lever and the seat will move to - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 21
Power Seatback Recliner (Optional) Move the switch forward to raise the seatback and rearward to recline the seatback. Do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicleis moving. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 22
internal injuries. For proper protectionwhen the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit back in the seat and well wear your safety belt properly. Heated Seats (Optional) The control is located on the outboard side of the front seats. 9 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 23
are thermostatically regulated to automatically maintain the temperature at the selected setting. A telltale light in the control switch remindsyou that theheating system is in use. To preserve the battery, the heated seats can only be used when the ignition is turned on, and are deactivated - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 24
SAFETYBELTS: THEY'RE FOR EVERYONE 7 - This figurelights up as a reminder tobuckle up. (See "Safety Belt Reminder Light" in the Index.) In many states and Canadian provinces, the law saysto wear safety belts. Here's why: They work. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 25
't survive. But most crashes arein between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away. Without belts they could have been badly hurt orkilled. After more than 25 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In crashes matter most does buckling up lot! a ... - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 26
n W ySafety Belts Work % When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. . For example, if the bike is going10 mph (16 km/h), so is the child. . 1 When the bike hits the block, it stops. But the child keeps going! 13 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 27
Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels. r 14 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 28
Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop. ... ... 1 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... 15 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 29
or theinstrument panel ... or thesafety belts! With safetybelts, you slow down as vehicle does.You get more time the to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That'swhy safety beltsmake such good sense. 16 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 30
of them in the future. But they are supplemental systems only -- so they work with safety belts, not instead of them. Every air bag system everoffered for sale has required the use of safety belts. Evenif you're in a vehicle that has air bags, you still have to buckle up toget the most protection - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 31
Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to "Run" or "Start," a chime will come onfor about light eight seconds remind people to fasten their safety The safety belt to belts. will also come on and stay on for about 75 seconds. If the driver's beltis already buckled, neither the chime nor light - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 32
DRIVER POSITION This section describes the driver's restraint system. U Lapshoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here's how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (tosee how, see "Seats" in the Index) so you can sit up straight. 19 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 33
into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn't long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 34
slid If under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries.The shoulder belt should go over the of to shoulder and across the chest. These parts the body are best able take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locksif there's a sudden stop or - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 35
Adjuster can move tne shoulder belt adjuster to theheight that is right for you. YOU .1 1 To move it up or down, squeeze the release handle. When you release the handle, try to move it down a little to make sure it has locked into position. You can move the adjuster up from a lower - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 36
heightso that the shoulder portion of the belt is properly positioned on your shoulder, away from your face and To help you find a height that is right for you, follow these guidelines: For a tall person: Usethe upper or upper-middle position. For a person average height: Use aposition somewhere - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 37
Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment Your vehicle has shoulder belt tightness adjustment feature. the a If shoulder belt seems too tight, can adjust it like this: you 1. Sit well back in the seat. 2. Star't pulling the sholdder belt out. 3. Just before it reaches the end, give it a quick pull. 24 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 38
4. Let the belt go backall the way. You should hear a slight clicking sound. If you don't, the adjustment then sit back. If you've added more than1 inch (25 mm) of slack, pull the shoulder belt out as you did before and start again. If you move around in the vehicle enough,or if you pull out - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 39
It won't give nearly as much protection this way. A CAUTION: You can be serious$ hurt if your shoulder belt too loose. In a is crash you would move forward much, which could increase too injury.. The shoulder beltshould fit against your body. Don't 1 allow more than inch (25 mm) of slack. I I 26 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 40
is buckled in the wrong place. A CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your beltbuckled in the wrong is place like this. In a crash, the belt would up over your go abdomen. The belt forces would there, notat the pelvic be bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.Always buckle your - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 41
all times. I A CAUTION You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would movetoo far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much forceto the ribs,which aren't as strong as shoulder bones - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 42
What's wrong with this? AL: The belt is twisted across the body. A CAUTION: You can be seriously injured a twisted belt. Ina crash, you by wouldn't have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. or If a belt is twisted, makeit straight so it can work properly, ask your dealer to fix it - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 43
. If you slam the door on you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. it, SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE R E S T M N T SYSTEM (MR BAGS) This section explainsthe Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR), or "air bag," system. Your Cadillac has air bag for both the an driver and the right-front passenger - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 44
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Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel. The system checks for electrical malfunctions, and the light tells if there is a you problem. You will see this light flash for few seconds when you turn your ignition a to "Run" or "Start." Then the should go out, - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 47
How The Air Bag System Works A 34 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 48
a result of a crash. The sensing system triggers chemical reaction of the sodium a azide sealed in the inflator. The reaction produces nitrogen gas, which inflates a cloth bag. The inflator, cloth bag, and related hardware are all part of the air bag inflator modules packed insidethe steering wheel - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 49
once.After they inflate, you'll need some new parts foryour air bag system. If you don't getthem, the air bag system won'tbe there tohelp protect you in another crash. A new systemwill include air bag modules possibly other parts. and The service manual has information about theneed to replace other - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 50
information about the readiness of the system, which sensors activated the deployment, and whether thedriver's safety belt wasin use. Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system. Improper service can mean that your air .bag system won't work properly. . See your dealer forservice - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 51
Your Air Bag=EquippedCadillac Air bags affect how your Cadillac should be serviced.There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle.You don't want the system to inflatewhile someone is workingon your vehicle. Your Cadillac dealer and the 1994 Cadillac Service Manual have - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 52
belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to beseriously injured if they don't wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt the fetus protect the mother. Whensafety is to a belt is worn properly, it's more likely that the fetus - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 53
RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER POSITION The right front passenger's safety belt works same way as the driver's the safety belt. See "Driver Position," earlier in this part. When the lap portion of the belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back allthe way and start again. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 54
Lap Belt If your vehicle has a front split and rearbench seats, someone can sit in the centerposition. ? - When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it alongthe belt. 41 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 55
release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn't longenough, see "Safety BeltExtender" section. of this at Make sure therelease button on the buckle is positioned so you would be if able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly you ever had to. REAR SEAT PASSENGERS - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 56
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next to thewindows havelap-shoulder belts. Here's how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don't let it get twisted. 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. 43 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 57
, see "Safety BeltExtender" at the end of this section. Makesure therelease button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly you ever had to. if 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on theshoulder - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 58
at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go overthe shoulder andacross the chest. These partsof the body are best able to take beltrestraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stopor a crash. c You can be',seriously hurt if your - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 59
@ To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. CHILDREN 46 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 60
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within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury. The instructions that come with the infant or child restraint will show you how to they are restrainedin the rear rather than the front seat. at General Motors therefore We NEVER put recommend that you put your child restraint in - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 63
should be anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Cadillac dealer to putit in for you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, yourdealer can or you may install it yourself using instructions provided in the kit. the Use the tetherhardware kit availablefrom the dealer. The - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 64
Securing a Child Restraintin a Rear Outside Position You'll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Put the restrainton the seat. Follow the instructions for thechild restraint. 2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 65
4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulderbelt while you push down on thechild restraint. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 66
. To remove the child restraint, justunbuckle the vehicle's safety beltand let it go back all the way. Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position When you secure a child restraint in a center seating - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 67
possibleby tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. 2. Put the restrainton the seat.Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. Secure thechild in the child restraint as the instructions say. 4. Run the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint.'The child restraint - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 68
if you ever had to. 6. To tighten .the belt, pull its free.end while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push.and pull the child restraint in different directions-to be sure is it secure. If the child restraint isn't secure, turn the latch-plate over and buckle it again. Then - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 69
belt. See theearlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Because your vehicle hasa right-front passenger's air bag, always move the seat as far back as itwill go before securing a front-facing child restraint. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 70
restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. If the shoulder belt goes infront of the child's face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 5. Buckle the belt. Make sure therelease button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you everhad to - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 71
6. Pull the rest of the lap belt allthe way out of the retractor toset the lock. 7. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 72
8. Push and pull the child restraint .in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt and let it go back allthe way. The safety beltwill move freely again and be ready to work for anadult or larger child passenger. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 73
Children who have outgrown childrestraints should wear the vehicle's safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Accident statistics show that children are safer if - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 74
0 Children who aren't buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. 0 Children who aren't buckled up can strike other people who are. 61 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 75
ison the child's shoulder, so that in a crashthe child's upper body would. have restraint that belts provide. If the the child is so small that theshoulder belt is still very close to the child's face or neck, you might wantto place the child in the center seat position, the onethat has only a lap - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 76
n 7 r Wherever thechild sits,the lap portion o the beltshould be worn low f and snug on the hips, just touching the child's thighs.This applies belt force to thechild's pelvicbones in a crash. 63 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 77
to fit. To wear it, just attach it to theregular safety belt. CHECKING YOUR R E S T M N T SYSTEMS Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are working properly.Look for any loose parts or damage. If you see anything that might keep - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 78
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AND CONTROLS Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Cadillac, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are theinstrument panel and thewarning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 80
f The squarekey is for the ignition only. It has a resistor pellet which is part of the vehicle's PASS -Key I1 system. @ r 7- The roundkey is for the doors andall other locks. r When your Cadillac is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs from the on door'keys.The plug has a code it that tells - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 81
There are 15 alternative ignition PASS Key II@blanks to help discourage theft. Keep the bar code tag and the door key plugs in a safe place.If you lose your keys, you willbe able to have new ones made easily usingthe plug or barcode tag. NOTICE: Your Cadillac has a numberof new features that can - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 82
to lock and unlock your vehicle: From the outside: Use your door key. r If your vehicle has a theft deterrent system and it is armed, unlock the doors only- with key or Keyless Entry System. This will avoid setting the off the alarm. From the inside: To lock the door, slide the lock lever downto - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 83
unlock all the doors at once. The rearpower door lock switches won't unlock anyof the doors-- that's a safety feature. Rear Door Security Lock Your Cadillac is equipped with rear doorsecurity locksthat help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors your car from the inside. To of use this lock - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 84
rear door. The rear door locks will now work normally. Automatic Door Locks Just close your doors and turn on the ignition. Every time you move System Your vehicle may beequipped with this feature. When unlocking either by door, you can unlock the other doors holding the key in the turned position - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 85
is necessary. Seethe instructions on battery replacement. 0 Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. This product has a maximum range. 0 Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. See your Cadillac dealer or aqualified technician for service. '72 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 86
authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. Operation Press this symbol to unlock the driver's door. Press it again within 5 seconds to unlock the other doors. Pressing this button will also disarm the Theft Deterrent System and turn on the interior lights. w Press - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 87
the batteries are weak if the transmitter won't work at the normal range in any location, If you have to get closeto your vehicle before the transmitter works, it's probably time change the batteries. to 1. Use round end of the door key, or a quarter to rotate cover counterclockwise 1/16 of a turn - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 88
2. Remove battery and replace with CR2025 or equivalent. Using the wrong size battery can damage the transmitter. ! ... . , . . ".__... 3. Make sure battery is positioned with " + " facing cover. 75 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 89
3 4. Align notches on cover and transmitter and rotate clockwise to reinstall. STORAGE ARMREST The front armrest opens into astorage area. To open it lift the frontedge. Inside you will find storage for cassettes or CD's, a coin holder and a dual cup holder that flips forward for use. GLOW BOX - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 90
the door,insert the round key into thelock cylinder and turn it to theleft. To lock the door, turn the to theright and remove the key. The key key may be removed in the locked or unlocked position. Trunk Security Override Inside the glove box ik an override switch that is useful if you - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 91
Convenience Net(Optional) Your vehiclehas a convenience net. You can see it ju.st inside th e back wall of the trunk. Us the net to secure small loads like grocery bags.It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 92
store such loads in the trunk as far forward as you can. REMOTE TRUNK RELEASE You'll find the button here, in the Headlight Control Panel. Push the buttonto release the trunk lid. The shift lever must in "P" (Park) with the ignition in the "Run"position or in Retained Accessory Power mode. 79 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 93
PULL-DOWN FEATURE (OPTION) A CAUTION Your car has an automatic pull-down feature thathelps close the trunk electronically. Your fingers can be trapped under the trunk lid as it goes down. * - - NOTICE: Don't slam your trunk lid down. If you slam it, you can damage the Pull Down system. I 80 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 94
windows are shut. Turn the fan on your heating cooling systemto itshighest or speed with the setting on between 65 F (18" C) to 85 F (29O C ) .That will force outside air into your vehicle. See "Comfort Controls" in the Index. See '4EngineExhaust" in. the Index. THEFT Vehicle theft is big business - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 95
the glove box. Do not leave the Remote Keyless Entry key fob, take it with you. 0 Lock all the doors except the driver's. Then take the door key with you. THEFT DETERRENT (OPTION) If your Cadillac has this option, it has a Theft Deterrent Alarm System. With this system, the "SECURITY" light will - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 96
will also go off if the trunk lock is damaged. Your vehicle's lights will flash and the horn will sound for 3 minutes, then will go off to save battery power. Remember, the theft deterrent system won't armif you lock the doors with a key or manual door lock. It armsonly if you use a power door lock - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 97
engine does start and the not STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM REMOVE IGNITION KEY messgge is displayed the key may be dirty or wet. Turn the ignition off. Clean and dry the key. Wait about three minutes and try again.The SECURITY light will remain on during this time. If the starterstill won - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 98
THEFT SYSTEM PROBLEM CAR MAY NOT RESTART messageyou will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key'II system, however, isnot working properly and must be serviced by your Cadillac time your new brake linings aren't yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 99
' position. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It's an anti-theft feature. The otherpositions let you perform thesefunctions: ACC: Accessory lets you use things like the radioand the windshield the wipers whenthe engine is off. To get into"ACC", push in key and turn it - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 100
turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break thekey or the ignition switch. Ifnone of this works, then your vehicle needs service mightneed to dothis, but because of your vehicle's computer systems, you don't. 2. Turn your ignition keyto "Start." When the engine starts, let - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 101
time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner.And the excessive heat candamage your starter motor. 4. If your to work with electronics in your the vehicle. If you add electrical parts see part of this the Manual thattells how to do it without damaging your vehicle. See "TowingYour Cadillac" - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 102
vehicle. To use the coolant heater: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and intoan ungrounded outletcould cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don't, it could be a Cadillac dealer in the areawhere you'll be - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 103
AUTOlMATIC TRANSAXLE Your automatic transaxle shift leveris located on thesteering column. There areseveral different positions for your shift lever. P ...Park R ...Reverse N ...Neutral @ ...Overdrive 3 ...Third Gear (Drive) 2 ...SecondGear l...FirstGear 90 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 104
lever is fully in "P7'(Park) range before starting the engine. Your Cadillac has brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to a fully apply yourregular brakes before you can shift from "P" (Park) when the ignition key is in the "Run" position. If you cannot shift out of "P'7 (Park), ease pressure on - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 105
snow, iceor sand and without damaging your transaxle. N (Neutral) In this position, your engine doesn't connect with the wheels. To restart when you're firmly on the brakepedal, your vehicle couldmove very rapidly. You could lose control and hitpeople or objects. Don't shift outof "P" (Park) or"N" - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 106
@ Automatic Overdrive This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you're: - IO to shift gearsas you go faster, something may be wrong witha transaxle system sensor. If you drive very far that way, your vehicle can be damaged. So, if this happens, have your vehicle - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 107
2 (Second Gear) This position gives youmore power but lower fuel economy.You can use "2"on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also wantto use your brakes off and on. NOTICE: Don't drive in "2" (Second Gear) formore than 5 miles (8 km), or - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 108
system warning light come on. will When you moveout of "P" (Park) or "N" (Neutral), if your engine is running, your parking brake should you go off. If it doesn't, have a parking brake problem and should have it fixed. Inthe meantime, you can still release your parking brake. Just pull on the manual - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 109
NOTICE: I I Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts your vehicle. of I If vou are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill: See "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. That section shows what to - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 110
down with your rightfoot. 2. Move the shift lever into "P" (Park) position like this: 0 Pull the lever toward you. 0 Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. With your rightfoot still holding the brake pedaldown, set the parking brake. 4. Move the ignition key to "Lock." 5. Remove the key and - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 111
fully locked "P" (Park). into SHIFTING OUT OF "P9'(PARK) Your Cadillac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock.You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from (Park) when the "P" ignition is in the "Run"position. See "Automatic Transaxle"in the Index. If you cannot shift out of - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 112
transaxle.You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of "P" (Park). Thisis called "torque lock." To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake then shift into "P" (Park) properly before and you leave the driver's seat. To find out how, see "Shifting Into 'P' (Park)" in the Index. If - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 113
TNGINE EXHAUST i I 100 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 114
to know. - /i\ CAUTION: Idling theengine with the airsystem control off could allow dangerous exhaustinto.your vehicle. (See the earlier caution if the shiftlever is to not fully in "P" (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don't leaveyour vehicle when the engine is - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 115
The controlsare near each window.Here's how the master control works. Move the switch forward to raise the window Move the switch rearward to-lower the window Your vehiclehas Retained Accessory Power(RAP). When you stop your vehicle and turn theignition key to "Off", you can still use your power , - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 116
passenger window switches. This is a useful feature when you have children as passengers. HORN To sound the horn, just press a corner of the airbag located in the center of the steering wheel. TILT WHEEL A tilt steering wheel allows youto adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 117
steering wheel and pull the lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place. TURN SIGNA/MULTIFUNCTIONLEVER The lever on theleft sideof the steering column includes your: Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 0 Headlight High-Low Beam 104 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 118
two upward (for Right) and two downward (for Left)positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lanechange. - - To signal a turn,move the lever allthe way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever willreturn automatically. A green arrow on the will instrument panel flash in - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 119
toward you. Then release it. When the high beams are on,this blue light on the instrument panel also will be on. Flash-To-Pass Feature works even if your headlights are off. To use it, pull the multifunction lever toward you. When you do: If vour headlights are off Your highbeam headlights will turn - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 120
headlights are on,but onlow beam: The system works normally. Just pull the lever. Yourheadlights will high beam, pull the lever toward you. Windshield Wipers WIPER To control the wipers, turn the band on the multifuction lever. MIST: Turn the band away from you and then release it for a single - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 121
inserts. Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor. A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools. Clear away snowor ice to prevent the paddle. When me washer fluidreacnes a low level, "LOW WASHER FLUID" will be displayed inthe Driver Information Center. Driving without washer fluidcan - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 122
r NOTICE: 0 When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water. Don't mixwater with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damageyour washer fluid tank and other parts the washersystem. Also, water of doesn't clean as well - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 123
To Set Cruise Control 1. Move the Cruise Control switch to "ON." 110 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 124
seconds. 5. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. - To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your Cruise Control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the Cruise Control. But you don't need to reset Once you're going about 25 mph (40 h / h ) or it. more - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 125
the vehicle will keep going faster until yourelease the switch or apply the brake. You could be startledand even losecontrol. So unless you wantto go faster, don't hold the switch at "R/A." To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There aretwo ways to go to a higher speed. Here's thefirst: Use - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 126
Control speed you set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills How wellyour Cruise Controlwill work on brake or to shift to alower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of Cruise Control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don't use Cruise Control - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 127
To Get Outo Cruise Control f There aretwo ways to turn off the Cruise Control: Step lightly on the brake pedal; OR 0 Move the Cruise switch to "OFF" To Erase Speed Memory When you turn the Cruise Control the ignition,your Cruise off or Control set speed memory is erased. 114 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 128
License Plate Lights 0 Interior Courtesy Lights Here's how to manually work your light system. ... I . ..< . , i ., ., 0 0 Pull the switch out to the first stop toturn on your parking and taillights, side marker lights and instrument panel lights. Pull the switch out all the way to turn on - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 129
sensing how dark it is outside. To operate it, leave the light switch off and movecontrol the to any position but off. If you move the controlall the way to MAX, your lightswill remain on for 90 seconds after you turn your engine off. If you movethe controlalmost all the way in the - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 130
- Light Sensor The light sensor for the twilight sentinel is located in the centerof the frontdefogger grille. If you cover the sensor, it will read "dark" and your lights will come on. Cornering Lights The cornering lights come on when you signala turn when the headlights or parking lights are on. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 131
dusk, if the Twilight Sentinel feature is turned on, the exterior ligh.ts will come on automatically and the low beams will change to full Lights f Although your vehicle's lighting system (headlights, parking lights, fog lamps, side marker lights and taillights) meet all applicable federal lighting - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 132
P m MapIReading Lights You have map lights located in the overhead.pane1.Push the button to illuminate thelight. The rear interior courtesy lights will come on when you open a door, or turn on theinterior lights. If your vehicle.is equipped with the optionalastrormf, you can illuminate the - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 133
Rear Taillamp Monitor The reartaillamp monitor is located at the top center over the back glass. mirror. You will see it as you are looking through your inside rearview Two red indicatorswill illuminate to show that your taillights and brake lights are working. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 134
Inside And Outside Rearview Mirrors Your Cadillachas an inside automatic electrochromic rearview mirror This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlights behind you. A photocell on the back of the mirror senses whenit is becoming dark outside. Another photocell built into - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 135
Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the front and rear photocells that make the mirror work. Optional Driver Outside Electrochromic Rearview Mirror This mirror automatically dimsto minimize glare for maximum rear visibility. It operates in conjunction with inside rearview mirror.As the - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 136
Front Visor and Auxiliary Sunshade System To block out glare, swing down the visor. You can also remove them from the center mount and swing them to the side, while the - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 137
Front Seat Vanity Mirrors To use one, turn the sunshade down. Then lift the cover up to see the mirror. Illuminated Front Seat Vanity Mirrors To use the optional lighted vanity mirrors, turn thesunshade down. Then lift the cover up to see the mirror. Move the switch up or down to either brighten or - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 138
outside rearview mirrors. Move the centerswitch to theleft to select the driver side mirror, or to theright to select the passenger side mirror. Thenpress the control side pad toadjust each mirrorso that you canjust see the of your vehicle. To lock the controlsleave the selectorswitch inthe middle - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 139
overyour shoulder before changing lanes. ASTROROOF - EXPKESS OPEN If you have this option, theswitch is here: The astroroof includes a sliding glass panel and a slidingsunshade. The control switch only works with the ignition on or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP) mode. 126 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 140
Open featureallows you to openthe Astroroof automatically without holding the switch. To Open: Press the switch rearward to open the glass panel and sunshade. The sunshade can also be openedby hand. If you want to stop theroof in a partially open position, press the switch in either direction - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 141
NOTICE: Don't put papers or other flammable things intoyour ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or othersmoking materials could ignite them, causing a damaging fire. Cigarette Lighter It's near theashtray. To use the lighter just push it in all the way and let go. When it's ready, itwill pop out in by itself. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 142
three garage doors. The transmitter unitfits the overhead panel. n r Your Cadillac dealer can tell you about the hand held power packunit and the installation you'll need athome to make this work. If your windshield, you'll have Cadillac is equipped with an Electriclear@ heated to becloser to the - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 143
themclean by vacuuming and using a spot cleaner, if necessary. Do not machine wash. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL: YOUR INFOR2M14TION SYSTEM Your instrument panelis designed to letyou know at a glance how your Cadillac is running. You'll know howfast you're. going, how much fuel you're using, and many of - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 144
the U.S.) or kilometers (used in Canada). EnglishMetric Button This button is located on the Driver Information Center (DIC). You can go back and forth fuel) go between English and Metric. Trip Odometer Button This button is located on the Driver Information Center (DIC).You can tell how far you' - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 145
.See "Driver Information System" inthe Index. Brake System Warning Light Your Cadillac's hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one partisn't working, the other part can still work stop and you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. This light shouldcome on as - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 146
towed for service. The brake system warning light also come on when you set your will parking brake, and it will stay on if your parking brake doesn't release fully. If it stayson after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLight With - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 147
driving, your Cadillac needs service. If the but regular brake system warning light isn't you still have brakes, you on, don't have anti-lock brakes. the regular brake system warning light If is also on, you don't have anti-lock brakes and there's a problem with your regular brakes. See "BrakeSystem - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 148
Engine Oil Light (Canadian Only) This light tells youif there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure. The light goes on when you turn your key to "Run" or "Start." goes off It once you start your engine. That's just acheck to be sure the light works. If it doesn't, be sure to have it - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 149
comes on while you are driving, the computeris indicating that you have a problem You should take your vehicle infor service soon. NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while the emission controls won't work as well, your fuel economy won't be as good and your engine - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 150
turn thekey to "Run" or "START", this lightwill come on briefly, to show that your alternator and battery charging systems are working. If a light stayson, you need service, and you should take your Cadillac to the dealer at once. To save your battery until you get there, turnoff all accessories - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 151
Panel tells you all you want know about your fuel to economy and how far you can travel with fuel remaining. Here'show the it works. AVG Button Push this button to display the "AVG MPG" (average mile in per gallon). You can also display it metric units by pressing the - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 152
computer does not know what driving conditions will be like for therest of your trip, so the range is estimated based on your recent fuel economy. as possible. Your computer needs enough data for the "RANGE" reading to work. It will read "Lo" for a while when your vehicle is brand new (under - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 153
rour Driver Information Center (DIC) display gives you statusof the many of your vehicle systems. The DICis usedto display driverselectable information and warning/status messages. If more than one problem is detected, TheDriver Information Center will automatically display allcurrent messages. 140 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 154
Driver Information CenterControl Buttons INFORMATION Button Pressing this buttonsuccessively will display AVG MPH, MPGAVG, the FUEL USED, OIL LIFELEFT, and TIMER. RESET Button Pressing this buttonwill reset theAVG MPH, MPG AVG, FUEL USED, OIL LIFELEFT, and TIMER when each function is displayed TIMER - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 155
Blue (cooler) button on the Electronic Climate Control panel for about5 seconds. Holdthe same two buttons again to have this message displayed again. BATTERY NO CHARGE 07 This message will appear if your battery is not being charged. Have your electrical system checked by your Cadillac dealership - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 156
problem.To help the generator recharge the battery quickly, you can reduce the load on the electrical system by turning off your accessories. You can monitor battery voltage on the Driver Information Centertoggling the by "INFORMXTION" button.The normal rangeis 11.5 to 15.5 volts. CHECK BRAKE FLUID - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 157
CHECK WASHER FLUID 25 turn off your Climate Control system Control is in "Auto"or "Defrost" and the engine coolant is hotter than thenormal operating temperature. To avoid added strain on a hot engine the air conditioning compressor is automatically turned off. When that happens, air conditioned air - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 158
- REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL 02 This message appears if you have a problem with the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). To correct this problem have your vehicle serviced at your Cadillac dealership. SERVICE RIDECONTROL - 84 This message is displayedto indicate that the Suspension System is not operating - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 159
to the engine result. can SERVICE AIR BAG SYSTEM - 83 If this message appears, thereis a problem with your Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (Air Bag) system. Let only a qualified technician work on your vehicle.See your Cadillac dealer forservice at once. THEFT SYSTEM PROBLEM/CAR MAY NOT RESTART 34 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 160
Conditioning System detects a Air refrigerant level that is low enough to cause damage to theA/C compressor. To avoid damage, the A/C compressor automatically turns off and the Electronic Climate Control automatically switch from will if "AUTO" to "ECON" and remain there. your A/C system serviced - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 161
system, an error code will be set in memory and a "SERVICERIDE CONTROC' message will display on the Driver Information Center. this message should appear, have your If vehicle servicedat your Cadillac maintenance schedule. This can happen if driving conditions, such as oil keep awritten short tripsin - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 162
level. The ignition has to be "ON" for the level control to work. When you turn the ignition off, you may hear thelevel control exhausting. The system consists of an electronic height sensor, a smallelectric air compressor, and air adjustable shock absorbers mounted on rearof the vehicle. the If the - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 163
In this section you'll find out how to operate thecomfort control systems and audio systems offered with your Cadillac. Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle. YOUR CADILLACAIR SYSTEM Outside Air The outside air always flows throggh your vehicle when itis moving. It - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 164
(ECC) Your vehiclehas strategically placed electronic sensors, that feed information to thevehicle's computer systems. Your vehicle can control the ventilation, heating, and air conditioning automatically year round. The outside temperature,inside temperature setting, fan speeds, and the ECC - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 165
the blue button for air conditioning compressor does not operate and it won't remove humidity from air. However, the the system will tryto keep theair at the selected temperature. Use this setting in cold or cool weather to save fuel. If it's warmoutside and you need to cool the air, use the "AUTO - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 166
- AUTO With this setting, the air conditioning compressor cycles whenneeded to cool the air and it's allautomatic. In cold weather when the system senses the need for heat,the air flow will be directed out thefloor ducts. As the interior temperature approaches the desired setting, the blower speed - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 167
Fan Speeds Push the (symbol) button until "AUTO" is displayed on the screen. At this setting, the fan speed is controlled automatically. If it is cold outside, the blower may not run in the maximum high fan speed right away. The system checks the temperatureof the coolant to assure it is warmenough - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 168
off. Electronic Solar Sert$opi The Electronic Solar Sensoris part of the Electronic Climate Control System. The sensor monitors the sun's solar radiation. The Electronic Climate Control uses this information to automatically make the necessary temperature andair flow adjustments to maintain your - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 169
weather toremove ice or frostquickly: 1. If any snow is piled on the up windshield, brush it away. 2. Start your Cadillac and leave it in P ("Park"). 3. Push the switch. A light will come on to tell you it is working. 4. Try not touse other electrical equipment while the system is working. 156 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 170
turn off by just pushing the switch again. Use the defroster clear the windshield. In warmweather the heated to windshield systemhelps keep the vehicle's interior cool by blocking much of the sun's heat producing radiation. The system's solar control like storms and power lines. Try reducing the - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 171
your radio because is automatic. A M A X @ AM Stereo This means the Delco@ system can receive C-QUAM Inc.) If your Delco' system can get C-QUAM@, your "ST" stereo light will come on when you're hearing loss or damage: 0 Adjust the volume control to thelowest setting. 0 Increase volume slowly until - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 172
Cadillacwill have one of the following Delco@ Radio Systems. Please read about the system that pertains to your vehicle. A W F .ETR Cassette StereoWith Equalizer The Upper Knob The upper knob does these things: five 0 It turns the radio on and off. e It controls the volume. 0 It lets you see what - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 173
on weaker non AM stereo stations improves fidelity,but may increase noise due to interference from power lines, neon signs, atmosphere conditions, and unwanted stations. The STEREOindicator light only comes on when the radio is tuned to a clear, noise free station broadcasting C-QUAM@AM stereo - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 174
controls work the bass side. The midrange is the 1K The 3.3K and 10K are the treblesound controls. We suggest that you start with the midrange (1K) control Your tape player will adjust automatically for eithertype of cassette tape. Setting The Clock On The AM FM ETR Sound System Push SET and within - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 175
Turn the radio on. Insert the cassette through the tape door. (The "TAPE" indicator in the display will light.) If you hear nothing or hearjust a garbled sound, the cassette may not be in squarely. Push the STOP- EJCT button to remove the tapeand start over. The tape equalization is automatically - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 176
Eject Tape) Press this button tostop or remove the tape. The Delco Active Audio Music System with Cassette Player This optional music system isthe Delco@ Active Audio System with dual playback. The system includes an AM and FM Stereo electronically tuned radio receiver with an :integral cassette - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 177
upper knob does these five things: It turns the radio on and off. It controls the volume. It letsyou see what station control toward the (+) increases treble while moving towardthe (-) decreases it. SCAN When you press the SCAN button either up or down, the SCAN indicator in the display will light - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 178
. If you look at thetape, or on its label or box, it should say whether its bias, "equalization" is 70 microseconds (70 p) or 120 microseconds (120 p). Chrome and metal tapes are 70 sec and standard iron tapes are 120 p sec. Your tape player will adjust automatically for eithertype of cassette tape. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 179
Turn the radio on. Insert the cassette through the tape door. (The "TAPE" indicator in the display will light.) If you hear nothing or hear just a garbled sound, the cassette may not be in squarely. Pushthe STOP- EJCT button to remove the tape and start over. The tapeequalization is automatically - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 180
Eject) Press this button eject the tape. to Setting The Clock Turn the ignition on. Then: To Set the Hour: 0 Press SET isset. The DelcoActive Audio Music System with Cassette and CD Player This optional music system is the Delco@ Active Audio System withdual playback. The system includes an AM and - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 181
The upperknob does these five things: It turns the radio on and off. It controls the volume. It lets you see what control toward the (+) increases treble while moving towardthe (-) decreases it. SCAN When you pressthe SCAN button either up down, the SCAN indicator or in the display will light - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 182
look at thetape, or on its label or box, it should say whether its bias, "equalization" is 70 microseconds (70 p) or 120 microseconds (120 p). Chrome andmetal tapes are 70 1-1 and standard iron tapes are sec 120 p sec. Your tape player will adjust automatically for eithertype of cassette tape. 169 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 183
Tape Turn the radio on. Insert the cassette through the tape door. (The "TAPE" indicator in the display will light.) If you hear nothing or hear just garbled sound, thecassette may not be a in squarely. Push the EJCT button to remove the tape and start over. The tape equalizationis automatically - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 184
full size compact discs only. Turn the radio on. Insert the air. If there 1s wait about an hour and try it again. Err (Error Detection) This message is displayed if you have a condition of either extreme temperature, moisture, or anincorrect CD. The CD will automatically be ejected. When conditions - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 185
Within 5 seconds press it a second time to seehow long the CD has been playing. Press it a third timeto see the timeof day REV (Reverse) Push and hold REV to return rapidly withina track. Release to play the it passage. The elapsed time will be displayed to show the reverse progress of the CD. FWD - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 186
quiet and very loud passages in the same tune.The COMP display will light as long as COMP is on. TAPE and CD Operation With both the lower knob to switch betweenrape and CD. Setting The Clock (Optional Active Audio Music Systems) Turn the ignition on. Then: To Set the Hour: Press SET, and within - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 187
system usesa cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn Cadillac dealership. You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-typecleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt is in good condition before you have yourtape player serviced. Care of - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 188
best and work wellif it's cleaned from time totime. To Clean the Antenna Mast: 1. .Turn on theignition and radio to raise the antenna to mast 't lubricate thepower antenna. Lubricationcould damage it. NOTICE: Before entering an automatic carwash, turn off your radio to make thepower antenna go down. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 189
roads and in varyingweather conditions. We've also included manyother useful tips on driving. DEFENSm D m N G The best advice anyone can giveabout driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety devicein your Cadillac: Buckle up. (See "Safety Belts" in Index.) the Defensive - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 190
you is going brakeor turn suddenly. to DRUNKElN DRWZNG show that almosthalf of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve who wasdrinking anddriving. About 20,000 motor vehicle-related deathsoccur each year because some general information on the problem. The Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) of - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 191
1 According to the American Medical Association, a 180-pound (82 kg) person who drinks three12-ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hourwill end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the of same BAC by drinking three 4-ounce (120 ml) glasses wine or three mixed drinks if each - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 192
OF. DR!NKS (as In plcture) HOUR I00 120 140 160 100 200 220 240 BODY WEIGHT IN POUNDS The law inmost U.S. states setsthe legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 of 0.15 percent, the chances are twenty-five times greater! And, the body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 193
is higher than if that personhad not beendrinking. And we've already seen thatthe chance of a crash itself ishigher for drinking drivers. CONTROL OFA VEHICLE You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you wantit to go. They are thebrakes, the steering and the accelerator. three All - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 194
lose control your vehicle. of Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake or three seconds or more with another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination, andeyesight all playa part. So do alcohol, drugs and frustration. But even - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 195
noise.And you may even noticethat your brake pedalmoves a little while this is going This is the ABS system on. testing itself. If there's a problem with the anti-lock brake system, the anti-lock brake system warning light stay on. will See "Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light" in the Index. 182 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 196
on thebrakes. Here's what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down.If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each frontwheel and at the rear wheels. The anti-lock systemcan change the brake pressure faster than driver any - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 197
stop, even though you have anti-lock brakes. To Use Anti-Lock Don't pump thebrakes. Just hold the brake pedal down and letanti-lock work for you. You may hear theanti-lock pump or motor operate, and feel the brakepedal pulsate, butthis is normal. Traction Control System (Option) Your vehicle may - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 198
speed. While you're in a curve, speed is the one factor can control. Suppose you're steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems -- steering and acceleration have to do -their work where the tires meet the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand toomuch - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 199
in time. But sometimes you can't; there isn't room. That's the time for evasive action -- steering aroundthe problem. Your Cadillac can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. It is better to remove as much speed as yowan from a possible collision. Then steer around the - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 200
good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly. OFF=ROADl2ECO'VE.Y You may find sometime that your right the pavement. of You can turn the steering wheelto 114 turn until the right front tire up contacts the pavement edge. Then turn your steering wheel to go - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 201
. If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait a better for time. Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings, and lines. If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection, delay your usually indicates it's all right pass to pass. A broken center - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 202
and wait for another opportunity. If other cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle, wait your turn. But take care that someone isn't trying to slowly moving vehicle too rapidly. Even though the brake lights are notflashing, it may be slowing down or startingto turn. If you're being passed, make.it - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 203
drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited existing conditions, and by to not "overdriving" those conditions. But skids are always possible. The threetypes of skids correspond toyour Cadillac's three control systems. In thebraking skid your wheels aren't rolling. the steering In - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 204
: Any anti-lock braking system (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. DRn/lNG ATNIGHT Night drivingis more dangerous thanday driving.One reason is that -some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 205
would, making pupils of the your eyescontract repeatedly. Remember that your headlights light farless of a roadway when you up are in a turn or curve. Keep your eyes moving; that way, it's easier to pick out dimly lighted objects. Just as your headlights shouldbe checked regularly for properaim, so - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 206
D m N G IN THE RAlN I Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road you can't stop, accelerate or turn well because your tire-to-road tractionisn't as as good as on dry roads. And,if your tires don't have much tread left, you'll - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 207
Driving too fast through large water puddles even going throughsome or car washes can cause problems, The water may affect your brakes. too. Try to avoid puddles. But you can't,try to slow down before you hit if them. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 208
So much water can build up underyour tires that they can actually ride on the water. This happen if the roadis wet can enough slow down whenit is raining. n Some OtherRainy Weather Tips Turn on yourlow-beam headlights -- not justyour parking lights -- to help makeyou more visible to others. 0 0 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 209
biggest problems with you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you wouldfor a cross-country trip. 0 Try to .") Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corneris busyenough to need When a light turns green, and it. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 210
to merge into the gap at close to theprevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors andglance over your shoulder as often as necessary.Try pass. Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your turn signal. Just beforeyou leave the lane,glance quickly over your shoulder tomake sure - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 211
go. If it needs service, haveit done before starting out.Of course, you'll find experienced and ableservice experts in Cadillac dealerships all across North America. They'll be ready and willing to help if you need it. Here aresome things youcan check before a trip: 0 Windshield Washer Fluid:Is the - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 212
short time to avoid a major storm system? Maps: Do youhave up-to-date maps? H I G m A Y HKPNOSIS Is thereactually such a condition as "highway hypnosis"?Or is it . If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service, or parking area and take a nap, some exercise, or both. For safety, - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 213
visit there, here aresome tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in goodshape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system transaxle. These partscan workhard and on mountain roads. Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 214
a hill, be alert. Therecould be somethingin your lane, like a stalled caror an accident. You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area, or winding roads. Be alert to these and take appropriate action - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 215
WNTER D M N G Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your Cadillac in good shape for winter. sure your engine Be coolant m x is correct. i You may wantto put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 216
, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel,a flashlight, a redcloth, and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 217
hard to drive on. But wet ice can even more trouble because be it may offer the least traction of all. control system, accelerate gently. Try not to break thefragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheelswill spin and polish the surface under the tires more. even Your anti-lock brakes - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 218
ice ahead of you, brake beforeyou are on of on it. Try not to brake while you're actually help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers. Tie a redcloth to have blankets or extra clothing, make body no insulators fromnewspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats -- anything - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 219
go alittle faster thanjust idle. That is, pushthe you accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel the heat that get and it for keeps the battery charged. You will need a well-chargedbattery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later onwith your headlights. Let the heater run for awhile - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 220
.To pull a trailer not correctly, followthe advice in this section. Your Cadillac is apassenger vehicle. It was not designed for many of the demands that such as theengine, transaxle, wheel assemblies, and tires are forced to work harder against the dragof the added weight. The engine is required to - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 221
towing a trailer, close all windows and set the Electronic Climate Control System to "ECON',"AUTO", "DEFOG" or Defroster toassure that thefan is running. 0 advice, or you can call us at Cadillac (1-800-43 FLEET). In Canada,write to General Motors Canada Limited, Customer of Assistance Center, 1908 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 222
rough roads a few reasons why you'll need the are right hitch. Here aresome rulesto follow: Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle whenyou install a trailer hitch? you do, then be sure to seal the holes later If 209 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 223
the trailerhitch and platform,safety chains, electrical connector, lights, tires and mirror adjustment. the trailerhas If electric brakes, start your vehicleand trailermoving and then apply the trailer brake controller hand to be sure the brakes working. This by are lets you check your electrical - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 224
can helpyou avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing You'll need morepassing distance turn signal flasher and extra wiring. The green arrows on instrument panelwill your flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hookedup, the trailer lights working. 211 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 225
gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don't shift down, you might have use your to brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph (70 km/h) or less to - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 226
conditions service more often when you're pullinga trailer. on See the Maintenance Schedule for more this. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, belts, cooling system,and brakewear. Each of these is covered in this manual - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 227
PROBLEMS ON THE ROAD I Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 228
HAZARD W M Z N G FLASHERS Your hazard warning flashers letyou warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on and off. Press the button in to make your front and rear turn signal lights flash on andoff. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 229
The light on your instrument panel will flash indicating that the hazard warning flashers are on. Your hazard warning flashers work no matterwhat position your key is in, and even if the key isn't in. To turn off the flashers, pull out on the collar. When the hazard warning flashers are on,your turn - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 230
't be coveredby your warranty. Trying to start your Cadillac by pushing or pulling it won't work, and it could damage your vehicle. TO JUMP START YOUR CXDILLAC: 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. NOTICE: If the othersystem isn't a 12-volt - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 231
't be able to start bad your Cadillac, and. the grounding could damage the electrical systems. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Turnoff all lights,radio, or any accessories that arein use on both vehicles. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. And it could avoid damage to - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 232
cover. 6. Check that the jumper cables don't have loose ormissing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect thecables, here are some things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) and negative (-) will go to negative 219 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 233
would damagethe battery and maybe other parts, too. 7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to thepositive (+) terminal of the vehicle withthe deadbattery. 8. Don't let the otherend touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+ ) terminal of the good battery. 9. Now connect the black negative (-) cable - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 234
inches (45 cm) away from the dead at battery, but not near engine parts that The electrical connection move. of back to the is just as good there, but the chance sparks getting battery is much less. 11.Now start the-vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile. 12.Try - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 235
4' P 13.Remove the cables in reverse order toprevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don't touch each other orany other metal. TOWING YOUR CiWILLAC Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Cadillac. The usual towing eqfiipment is : 222 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 236
fog lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and like wheels, these instructions and illustrations not be correct. may Before you do anything, turn onthe hazard warning flashers. When you call, tell the towing service: That your vehicle cannot betowed from the frontor rearwith sling-type equipment - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 237
the towing service arrives, let tow operator know that this the manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations. position, with a clamping device designedfor towing service.Do not use the vehicle's steering column lockfor this. The transaxle-should be in Neutral and the parking brake - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 238
must be exceeded, then front wheels have the to be supported on a dolly. NOTICE: Do not attach winch cables or "J" hooks to suspension components whenusing car carrier equipment. Always use T-hooks inserted in you will also find a warning light about a hot engine on the instrument cluster. 225 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 239
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine l NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving no with coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. 226 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 240
but seeor hear no steam, problem the may not be tooserious. Sometimes Turn off your air conditioner. 2. Turn on your heater to full hot at thehighest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3. Dial temperature control if you still have the warning, TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND GET EVERYONE OUT OF THE - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 241
COOLING SYSTEM When you decide it's safe to lift the hood, here's whatyou'll see: Coolant recovery tank Radiator pressure cap Electric engine fans -. A CAUTION: An electric - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 242
the cooling system. NOTICE: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn't covered by your warranty. If there seems to be no leak, check to see if the electric engine fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fansshould be running. If they aren't, your vehicle needs service - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 243
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven't found a problem yet, but thecoolant level isn'tat or near "FULL COLD" on thecoolant recovery tank, add a : In cold weather, water can freezeand crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. the recommended coolant. Use 230 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 244
badly. Theyare under pressure, andyou you if turn thecoolant surgetank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed. Neverturn the cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressurecap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and coolant surgetank pressurecap to cool if - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 245
, Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn engine if the parts are hot enough.Don't spill coolanton a hot engine, 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cap and upper radiator hose are nolonger hot. 0 I I Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops. (Don - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 246
2. Then keep turning the pressurecap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 3. Fill the radiator with the proper m x up to the i, base of the filler neck. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 247
4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank tothe FULL COLD mark. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure capoff. 234 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 248
6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fans. 7. By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler of the radiator filler neck. 8. Replace the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 249
your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire,it's much more likely to leak out slowly. But if wheel firmly.Steer tomaintain lane position, then gently brake to a stop out of control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go. It may be very bumpy and noisy, but you can stillsteer. Gently brake - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 250
- CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level dace. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. - 237 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 251
The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. The equipmentyou'll need is in the trunk under the spare tire cover. Rotate theplastic wing nut and remove the .cover. 238 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 252
i Then remove the wing nut that secures the and wheel wrenchand jack .remove them from the trunk. n - n Attach thewheel wrench to thejack bolt and rotate.itclockwise (to the right). Thatwill raise the lift head alittle. 239 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 253
Use theflat end of the wheel wrench, gently pryingalong the edgeof the cover until it comes off. NOTICE: Be careful not to scratch the aluminum wheel edge. Don't to try remove it withyour hands. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Do not remove them yet. 240 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 254
Front Position the jack under thevehicle. Your vehicle a notch on the has notch underneath neareach of the wheels. Fit the lift head into the nearest the wheel withthe flat tire. i Rear - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 255
is dangerous. If the Getting under a-vehicle vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle whenit is supported onlyby a jack. Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so the tire can be removed - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 256
Remove any rustor dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. A CAUTION: Never useoiI or grease on studs or nuts, If you do, the nuts might come loose*Your wheel could fa11 off, causing a serious accident. Replace the wheel nuts with - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 257
Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. Tighten the wheel nut firmly in a criss-cross sequence as shown. 244 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 258
thecompact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 anti-lock brake system warning light may come on when you are driving with a compact spare. See"Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light" in the Index. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 259
NOTICE: - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 260
but you must use caution. NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of yourvehicle as well as the tires.If you spin the wheels too as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedalwhile you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedalwhen the transaxle is in gear. If that doesn'tget - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 261
Cadillac Service Manual. tells you muchmore abouthow to It service your Cadillac than this manual can.To order the proper service manual, see "Service Publications" inthe Index. Your vehiclehas an air bag system. Before attempting to doyour own service work, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 262
You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and you the dateof any service work perform. See "Maintenance Record" in the Index. I NOTICE: If you try to do your service work without knowing enough own about it, your vehicle could be damaged. FUEL Use premium unleaded - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 263
system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn't be covered under your warranty. And even 5%or less, there must at be "cosolvents" and corrosion preventers this fuel to help in avoid these problems. Gasolinesfor Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 264
gasoline. If you use even one tankful, your emission controls won't work wellor atall. With continuous use, spark plugs can get fouled, the exhaust system can corrode, and your engine oil can deterioratequickly. Your vehicle's oxygen sensor will be damaged. All of that meanscostly repairs that - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 265
traffic lights or in controlled laboratory conditions and actualdriving on the road. The laboratoryfuel economy results are adjusteddownward to arrive at the estimates on the fuel economy windowsticker and the Gas Mileage Guide Turn the engineoff rather than letting idle for more than a - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 266
for your vehicle. Operating your vehicle with the suspension out of alignment or with the wheels and tires outof balance. Use of electrical accessories which require high amperage when they are not needed. - Even things beyondyour control such as weather conditionsaffect your fuel economy. Driving - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 267
FILLING YOUR TANK The capis behind a hinged door on theleft side of your vehicle. 254 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 268
The release button is located next to the headlight switch. The switch only works P in (Park) or when in the Retained Accessory Power mode. Or you can use the manual door release override in the trunk. 255 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 269
slowly to the left (counterclockwise). When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right untilyou hear a clicking noise,. . I NOTICE: If you needa new cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 270
CHECKING THINGS UNDER THE HOOD Hood Release To open the hood, first the lever inside the vehicle located at the pull lower left sideof the instrument panel. Then go the frontof the vehicle and release the secondary hood release and lift the hood. 257 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 271
Be careful notto drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine. Fluid Usage Label Use thefluid usage labelto identify the correct fluid you want check. to GREEN: Engine Coolant ORANGE: Power Steering Fluid YELLOW Engine Oil RED: Transmission Fluid WHITE: Brake Fluid BLUE: Washer Fluid 258 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 272
oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle mustbe on level ground. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into theoil pan. If you don't, the oil dipstick might not show the - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 273
allthe way. Remove it again, keepingthe tip lower, and check the level. When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you'll need to add some oil. But you must usethe right kind. This section explains what kind oil to of use. For crankcase - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 274
To remove, turn the oil fill cap counterclockwise. Just fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the properoperating range. Push the dipstick allthe way back in - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 275
You should also use the properviscosity oilfor your vehicle, as shown in the following chart: RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST I L SAE VISCOSITY GRADE O FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. HOT WEATHER r 7 LOOK FOR ONE OF THESE - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 276
- If you cannot find oils withthe new "starburst" symbol on the front the of container, you should look for anduse oils containing the following three things: S H o r SG "SH" or"SG" must be-on the container, eitherby itself or oil combined with other quality designations, suchas "SH/CD," "SH,SG,CD - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 277
miles (12 500 km) since your last oil change. Under severe conditions, the indicator may come on before 3,000 miles ( 5 000 km). Never drive your vehiclemore than 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months nge.without an oil The system won'tdetect dust in the oil. So, if you drive in - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 278
of oil by putting it in the. trash, pouringit on the ground, intosewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Instead,recycle it by taking it to aplace that collects used oil. If you have a problem dealer, aservice station or a properly disposing of your used oil, ask your local recycling center for - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 279
when to change your fluid. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" inthe Index. How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you maychoose to have this done at your Cadillacdealership Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure tofollow all the instructions here, or you could - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 280
system, startinga fire. Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid. Wait at least 30 minutes beforechecking the transaxle fluid the right reading, the fluid should be atnormal operating brake applied, place the shift lever in "P" (Park). With your foot on the brake - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 281
back in allthe way, wait three seconds and thenpull it back out again. 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level mustbe in the cross-hatched area. J"' - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 282
generally less (.L. than a pint 0 5 ) Don't overfin. Wenxommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON@-111 DEXRON@-IIE, or because fluids withthat label are madeespecially for your automatic transaxle. Damage caused by fluid other thanDEXRON@-111 DEXRON@-IIE not or is covered by your new vehiclewarranty - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 283
the correct fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in all the way. ENGINE COOLANT The following explains your cooling system and how half antifreeze thatmeets "GM specification 1825-M," which won't damage aluminum parts. You can also usea recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 284
propercoolant .mix ,will. Your vehicle's coolant coolant mix. With plain warning system is set-for the proper water or the wrong mix, your engine could can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater .coreand other parts. Adding Coolant The CoolantRecovery Tank islocated on the right side of - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 285
. Never turn the radiator pressure parts arehot enough. Don't spill coolant on a hot engine. NOTICE: Your radiator pressure cap is a 15 psi (105 ma) pressure-type cap andmust be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 286
THERMOSTAT Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stopsthe flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature. When you replace your thermostat, anAC@thermostat is recommended. POKER STEERIING FLUID 273 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 287
be at the "FULL COLD" mark. What to Add Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. NOTICE: When adding powersteering fluid or making a complete fluid to change, always use the proper fluid. Failureuse the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals. 274 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 288
full. r NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer instructions for adding water. Don't mixwater with ready to use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts the washersystem. Also, water of doesn't clean - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 289
"top off" your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won'tcorrect a leak.If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you'll havetoo much fluid when you new get brake linings. You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brakehydraulic system. A CAUTION If you - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 290
? line at the base of the neck as shown. -- .- ../ /. When your brake fluid fallsto a low level, your brake warning light will come on. See "Brake System Warning Light" in the Index. M a t to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- such as Delco Supreme ll@ (GM Part No - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 291
oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so ba.dly that they'll have to be replaced. Brake fluid can damage paint, so be careful not to spill-brake fluid on your vehicle. If yondo, wash it off immediately.,See "Appearance Care" in the Index Brake-Wear Your Cadillac has four-wheel - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 292
of top quality and work welltogether if the vehicle isto have really good braking. Vehicles we design and test have top-quality GM brake parts in them, as your Cadillac does when it is new. When you replace parts of your braking system -- for example, when your brake linings wear down and you haveto - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 293
If you lose battery power or the battery is disconnected, your car's computer must be programmed. It takes just over 20 minutes to do it. If you want to doit yourself, here's how: 0 Apply the parking brake. 0 0 Make sure the frontwheels are straight. Turn off the Electronic Climate Control. 280 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 294
Electronic Climate Control to "Auto" and let the engine for 3 minutes or more. idle Turn your engine off. Now your computer is programmed. U O G E N BULBS EXTERIOR U P HOUSINGS I NOTICE: Your Cadillac's lamphousings are designed with small vents so moisture willbe removed whenthe lights are on - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 295
HEmLIGHT BULB REMOVAL Here is how to change the halogen headlight bulb. Rotate the headlight housing socket clockwise 1/4 turn and gently remove the headlight housing socket and bulb. by Disconnect the socket from the harness separating the locking clip. NOTICE: Do not touchglass portion - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 296
Install the new bulb and socket to thewiring harness connector. Make sure that the harness is locked to thebulb socket. Now reinstall into the lamp assembly. CORiVEMNG H P BULB REPLACEMENT 2. Remove the screw securing the cornering lamp housing. 1. Open the hood to gain access to the mounting - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 297
4. Remove the socket by rotating it counterclockwise slightly,then replace the bulb and reinstall. 5. When instaliingthe cornering lamp housing besure that the two guide pins are aligned with the holes. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 298
TMLLIGHT BULB REPUCEMENT 1. Loosen the upper Torex@ screw,but don't remove it. 2, Gently tilt the top portion of the taillight h ~ u s i n g access the bulb to sockets. (If you can't access t h e lower bulb socket: remove the taillight housing completely.) 3. Press the bulb socket housing lever and - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 299
4. Replace bulb by pressing and turning bulb counterclockwise. 5. Reinstall taillamp housing. Be sure to insert tab (located on the lower portion of the housing) into extension housing if you have removed it completely. Center.HighMounted Stop Lamp Bulb Replacement I Gently pry up - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 300
bulb from the housing. Replace the bulb, and reinstall... Position the windshield wiperson the windshield in the "mid"wipe position. To do this, turn the ignition key to Accessory and turn the wipers --on. Then with the .door open,-turn-theignition key to off. Startwith thedr;iver side wiper blade - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 301
Do the same with the passenger side wiper blade assembly. To install the wiper blade, align wiper arm pin with the hole on the the wiper blade assembly and snap it into place. If you only want to replace the wiper inserts follow these steps: 1. Gently pull the insert from the blade housing. 2. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 302
AS VEHICLE XXX COLD TIRE CAPACITY WEIGHT TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURE RIG PSVKPa F RT. RR. SPA. IF TIRES ARE HOT. ADD 4PSV28KPa SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION GEN GME I Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. The Tire-Loading Information label found on - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 303
CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. GEN GME 1 The otherlabel is the Certification label, found on the rear edge the - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 304
R NOTICE: Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading. If you put things inside your vehicle-- like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else -- they will go as fast as the vehicle goes.If you haveto stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they'll keep - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 305
tire by the manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new Cadillac. If your spare tireis a different brand than road tires, of Inflation = Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label which is located on the driver's door shows the correctinflation pressures for your tires, - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 306
is all right. It's not. If your tires don't have enough air (underinflation) you can get: Too much flexing Too much heat Tire your tireshave too muchair (overinflation), you can get: Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards. L When to CheckCheck your tires once a - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 307
If your tires have valve caps, be sure to put them back on. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirtand moisture. Tire Inspection -andRotation To make your tires last longer, have them inspected andxotated. at the mileages recommended in the Maintenance - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 308
When It3 Timefor New Tires One way to tell-when it's time fornew tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 2/32 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire i f You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. You can - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 309
well because of the size or location of the damage. Buying New Tires endurance,handling, speed rating, traction, ride and otherthings during normal service on your vehicle. If your belted or radial) asyour original tires. Uniform Tire QualityGrading The following information relates to the system - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 310
controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces s asphalt f and concrete.A tire markedC may have poor traction performance. Warning: The traction gradeassigned to this tire is based on braking (straight-ahead) traction tests does notinclude cornering (turning Federal Motor Vehicle Safety - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 311
replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replaceit (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your Cadillac dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer themonly with newGM original equipment parts.This way, you will be sureto have the right wheel, wheel bolts, and - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 312
could affect the braking be and handling your vehicle, make your tireslose air and make of you lose control. You could have problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire tire or chain clearance to the body - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 313
if you strike amatch or get them on a hot part the of vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe theirfumes in a closed space. to When you use anything from a container clean your Cadillac, be sure to follow the manufacturer's warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 314
they can all damage your vehicle, too. Don't use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: 0 * dust and loosedirt. Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean, damp cloth. Your Cadillac dealer has two GM cleaners, a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 315
instructions water. Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or-abrasivecleaners; furniture polish or shoe polish cleanedimmediately. If dirt is allowed to work into finish, it can harm the or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch welt lines. or Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 316
material with a clean,dull knife or scraper. Use very little cleaner, light pressure.and clean cloths (preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at theoutside clean a stain fromfabric, immediately dry the areawith an air hose, hair dryer,or heat lamp help prevent a to cleaning ring. (See - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 317
Non-Greasy Stains Such as catsup,coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruitjuice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit,urine and blood. Carefully scrape off excess stain, thensponge the soiled area with cool water. If a stain remains, followthe foam-type instructions described earlier. If an odorlingers after - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 318
silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Care of Wood Panels Use a clean cloth moistenedin warm soapywater (usemild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth. CARE - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 319
the wiper blade chatterswhen running, wax or othermaterial may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield withGM Windshield Cleaner, (GM Part No. 1050011). The windshield is clean if Bon-Ami Powder@ beads do not form when you rinse it with water. Clean the blade by wiping - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 320
approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See "Appearance Care" in the Index.) Your Cadillac has a"ba~ec~at/clearc~at" finish. The clearcoat gives paint more depth awax may be applied. . NOTICE: Don't use an automatic vehicle wash that hard silicon has off carbide cleaning brushes. These brushes - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 321
TIRES Your Cadillac dealer frequent applications may be required. (See "Recommended Fluids & Lubricants" in the Index.) SHEETMETAL D thebody repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to service outlets. Larger areas finish of damage can be correctedin yourdealer - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 322
control collect on can the underbody. If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system Cadillac will repair, atno charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 323
8 OZ. (0.237 L) 1052870 16 02. (0.473L) 1051398 8 OZ. (0.237L) I CLEANING OF VINYL TOPS I EXTERIOR WASH I SPOT AND STAIN REMOVAL ON CLOTH AND FABRIC SOLVENT AND ANTI-FREEZE OPTIKLEEN GM WINDSHIELD WASHER CLEANER POLISH POLISH 310 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 324
CARLINE/SERIES I KD I= SEDAN DEVILLE VIN BODY CODE = BODY TYPE 5 = 69SEDAN4DOOR - ASSEMBLYPLANT U = HAMTRAMCK,MICH. - MODEL YEAR R = 1994 - CHECK DIGIT - ENGINECODE B = 4.9 LITER (200 HP) - RESTRAINTSYSTEM: 2 - ACTIVE (MANUAL) BELTS WITH DRIVER AND PASSENGERS INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 325
the legal identifier for your Cadillac. It appears on a plate the in front cornerof the instrumentpanel, on thedriver's side.You can see it if you look through thewindshield fromoutside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 326
can components from workingas they should. Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attemptingto add anything electrical to your Cadillac, see "Servicing YourAir Bag-Equipped Cadillac" in the Index. Retained Accessory Power When you stop your Cadillac and turn the to Off, you can use these key - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 327
glove box door, just lift the cover up. Engine CompartmentFuse Block To gain access, lift the cover. M m i FuseslRelay Center The maxi fuse and relays are located next to the engine compartment fuse block. If a maxi fuse should blow, have your vehicle serviced your by Cadillac dealer immediately - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 328
G LIGHTS - RIGHTLOBEAMHEADLAMP - TURN/HAZARD PROGRAMMER - P6WERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE pCM) - CRUISECONTROL RTD (BAT) 20A COOLING FAN1OA - ROAD SENSING SUSPENSION (RSS) MODULE - EXTENDED TRAVEL BRAKE SWITCH COMPA/C 1OA - POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) - COMPRESSOR A/C CLUTCH - COOLING FAN RELAYS - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 329
COOLING FANS FUSE 4 (40AMP) HVAC BLOWER (BLOWER) - HVACPOWERMOTOR - A/CCOMPRESSOR FUSE 5 (50 AMP) ABS (BRAKES) BRAKEPRESSUREMODULATORVALVE FUSE 6 (50 AMP) (LAMPS) - TURNFLASHERMODULE HAZARD FLASHER - STOP/BTSI/CRUISEBRAKESWITCH - PARKING LIGHTS DAY TIME RUNNING LIGHTS (CANADA) - ENGINE COME FUSES 61 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 330
Trunk Compartment Fuse Block Pull the cover off to gain access. 317 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 331
- TURN FLASHER RELAY " F TRUNK COMP. MICRO RELAY CENTER HDLP WASH (30 AMP) EXPORT ONLY - NOT EQUIPPED IPC (ION) (10 AMP) - INSTRUMENTPANELCLUSTER RTD SUSP (10 AMP) - SPEEDSENSITIVESUSPENSION - ENGINECOMPMICROREL4YCENTER RSS DAMPER RELAY "F" ABS (IO AMP) - ELECTRONIC BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL MODULE - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 332
breaker in the light switch. An electrical overload will cause thelights to go on andoff, or in some cases to remainoff. If this happens,have yourheadlight wiring checked right away. Windshield Wipers The windshield wipermotor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 333
cylinder liners. The cylinder heads ar,e made of cast iron and feature intergralvalve seats andguides. The cast nodular ironcrankshaft is supported atfive mainbearing journals by cast iron main bearing caps and shell typesteel-backed aluminum inserts. The centermain bearing is the thrustbearing - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 334
The cast aluminum pistonsuse two compression rings and oneoil control ring. The pistonsare tin plated toprovide a non-scuffing surface when the engine is new. A steel camshaft is supported by five steel backed babbit bearings. It is driven by the crankshaft through a chain the front of the engine. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 335
a stator assembly, serving as a fluid coupling, it smoothly transmits power from system (the control valve body) pressurized by a vein type pump provides the working pressure needed to operate the friction elements and automatic controls. Front Suspension Your fully independent front suspension - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 336
mountwhich contains a bearing to allow for wheel turning. The Speed Sensing Suspension automatically controls the damping rate of the struts. The lower end of the steering knuckle pivots on a ball joint riveted to the control arm.The ball joint is connected ,to the steering knuckle witha castellated - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 337
Suspension. This system controls thedamping forces in the shock absorbers and struts, in response tovarious road anddriving conditions. The systems are capable of making these damping changes extremely fast. A computer receives inputs from vertical acceleration sensors, wheel to body position - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 338
for maximum control and enhanced vehicle stability. The power rack and pinion steering system has a rotary spool valve which directs hydraulic fluid comingfrom thepower steering assist is not available, manual controlis maintained. However under these conditions more steering effort is required. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 339
Firing Order ...Left Bank ...1-3-5-7 2-4-6-8 Right Bank ...Camshaft ...Steel Chain Camshaft Drive ...Pearlitic Nodular Iron Crankshaft Material ...Main Bearings ...Five :.,-< . . ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM Type of Intake ... Filter System ...Oil Pump ... Stationary Full-Flow Geroto 326 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 340
TRANSAXLE Trade Name ... Hydra- Matic 4T60E Type ...4-Speed Automatic ...Viscous Converter Clutch Fluid Required ...DEXRON IIE@or DEXRON HI@ 2.73:l Axle Ratio ... EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS Exhaust Gas Recirculation ...Controlled Flow Ceramic Monolith Catalytic Converter ...Evaporative Emission - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 341
-R134a ... .2.0 lbs. (.91 kg) Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the airconditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant,be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you're not sure, ask yourCadillac dealership. FLUID CAPACITIES Transaxle (4T60E) ...20 pts. (9.5 L) Engine - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 342
E REPLACEMENT PARTS Air Cleaner Element ... AC Type A1096C ...25096932 Batte...78A-72 Fuel Filter Element ...AC Type GF-624 ...25121801 Engine Oil Filter ...AC Type PF-58 ...25014377 PCV Valve ...AC Type CV-774C ...06487779 AC Type 41-902 Spark Plugs ...5614235 3538853 Serpentine Drive Belt ...Surge - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 343
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I' We employ technicians certified the by National lnstltute for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE Let usshow you theircredentials Catalog Number H-31.24 Part Number 3542659-B - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 348
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- ROADSIDE SERWCE A VAZLABILITY TYPE OF ASSISTANCE Phone Advisor Dealer Technician Towing Battery Jump Start Lockout Assistance Fuel Delivery DAILY INCLUDING HOLIDAYS 24 Hours 8 a.m. - 12 midnight 24 hours is just one Cadillac Roadside Service Privilegessm that leads peace of mind. to 1 of your - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 351
Owner Privilegessm at "no charge", throughout your 1994 Cadillac Warranty Period 48 Months or 50,000 Miles/80,000 Kilometers. - 0 EMERGENCY ROAD SERVICE is performedon site for the following situations: TOWING SERWCE BA'ITF,RY JUMP START LOCK OUT ASSISTANCE FUEL DELIVERY FLAT TIRE CHANGE(* Covers - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 352
routingassistanceisavailable during the 48 months or 50,000 miles/80,000 kilometers warranty period. Within a week of contacting Roadside Service withyourtravelplans,Cadillac will provide a detailed trip routing. Along with your first trip routing, you will receive a Rand McNdy North American Road - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 353
,andthe $emir is not covered under warranty, there is a nominal service fee to travel to and your from location. Labor is cover the technician's charged at one and half times the Cadillac dealership retail labor rate, with a 30 minute minimum. There is - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 354
? ? Dial the toll-free Roadside Service number: 11800-882-1112. An experienced Roadside Service Advisor will assist you and request the following information: 0 A description of the problem 0 0 0 Name, home ad&ess, home telephone number Location of your Cadillac, and number are you cailing from - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 355
provide instructions to get you back the road. on To more resolve complex problems,advisor the will page an will experienced Cadillac dealership Service Technician. The technician call you and evaluate the possible cause. If roadside repairis possible, a the technician will come to your location - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 356
in the Roadside Service Center. Any customer who has accessto a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter can communicate with Cadillac by dialing from the . - Wtat If You Do Not Speak English Fluently ? ? ? Cadillac offers a multi-lingual approach in assisting you. Roadside the Advisors are conversant - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 357
.. -- ., Our Cadillac DealerTechnician networkis ready and ableto assist Cadillac customers at roakide. 5eruce TOLL-FREEHOTLINE 1-800-882-1112 8 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 358
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helpsyou get where you need to be when your Cadillac is in the dealership for warranty service. Every Cadillac dealer can helpmeet your transportation needs with courtesy vehicles, rental cars, taxis or shuttle service.* *Please ask about thespecifrc Gold Key Courtesy Transportationbenefits ofSered - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 361
with a late model Cadillac or other GM vehicle if your car requires two or more hours of warranty repairs and must be kept overnight. Your dealer will provide you with a courtesy vehicle if one is available. However, in some instances it may be necessary to arrange for alternative transportation. If - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 362
one day,but there is no reason for you to wait around. Cadillac helps eliminate inconvenience to you with transportation alternatives. Gold Key Courtesy Transportation provides shuttle service for same day warranty work. Your Cadillac Dealer can get you where you need to be with minimal interruption - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 363
I . ... ... 7 r . i Plan Ahead When Possible Whenever possible, schedule an appointment for your vehicle's warranty work. Your Cadillac Dealer can then prepare to meet your alternative transportation needs and minimize inconveniences typically associated with warranty repairs. 4 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 364
you use of your courtesy vehicle. You are required to provide insurance coverage and replenish fuel used. the In many cases your own auto insurance policy may provide primary coverage for the courtesy vehicle, similarrental car agreements. Please, to check with your insurance companyto be certain - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 365
Repair Customer Courtesy Transportation Type Charge/Responsibility Shuttle Service Courtesy Cadillac (if available) No charge. No charge; up to $30. Taxi Cab ride Personallyarranged ride No charge; reasonable fuel expenditures reimbursed. Shuttle Service No charge. *Please ask about - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 366
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MediatiodArbitration Program Reporting Safety Defects Product Service Publications (PSPs) Owner's Manuals and Service Manuals CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROCEDURE Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac. Normally, any problems with the sales transaction or the - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 369
through the windshield.) - Dealership name and location - Vehicle deliverydate and present mileage - Nature page. When contacting Cadillac, please remember that your problem will likely be law, General Motors requires us that you first provide with written notification of any service difficulty you - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 370
part of the cost of certain repairs not covered by the warranty orto reimburse certain repair expenses you may have incurred. From time to time, check with your Cadillac Dealership or the Cadillac ADDRESSES UNITED STATES Consumer Relations Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 2860 Clark Detroit, - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 371
Cadillac voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE. BBB AUTO LINE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to BBB or the Cadillac Consumer Relations Center. NOTE: This program may not be available in all states, depending on state law. General Motors reserves the - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 372
light trucks with GVWR less than 10,000 pounds (4 536 kg). In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletinsand Indexes can Service be obtained by writing to: General Motors of Canada Limited, Publications Department, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7. Cadillac regularly - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 373
help a technician service your can vehicle better. Most bulletins apply to conditions affecting a small number of vehicles Your Cadillac dealership or or money order toCadillac Service Publications, Post Office Box 07130, Detroit, Michigan 48207, alongwith the order form located on page 11. You - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 374
you. There is no charge for indexes for the 1991- 1994 model years. Toll-Free Telephone Number If you want an instructions, and training to do a job quickly and safely. Cadillacreserves the right to change these procedures without notice after November, 1991. Cadillac Owner's Manuals and Service - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 375
) DESCRIPTION FORM NO. YEAR H-3112 994 1 H-31161994 1994 H-3146 PRICE EACH Fleetwood Service Information Manual DeVille/Concours/Eldorado/Seville Service Information Manual (Includes Book 1 & 2 ) Quick Reference Specifications Guide. (All Models) $60.00 90.00 7.00 lgg4CPCH-094 Form Model and Order - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 376
$4.00 PSP In Same Order 2.00 Each Additio ANNUAL PRODUCT SERVICE PUBLICATION SUBSCRIPTION I I I YEAR FORM NO. DESCRIPTION PRICE EACH 1994 H-3158 Subscription to all Product Service Publications released by Cadillac throughout the Model Year (September 1 through August 31). PSP's mailed - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 377
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NOTE: Please fill in order form and MAIL TO: Cadillac Service Publications Post Office Box 07130, Detroit, Michigan 48207 ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356 Mondav-Fridav 8:OO A.M.-6:00 P.M. EST Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 379
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Engine Oil ...264 Adjustment. Brake ...279 Adult Safety Belt Usage ...18 30 Air Bag ...Air Cleaner ...265 Air Cleaner Replace ...See Maint. Book Air Cleaner Filter Replacement ...265 Air Conditioner ...150 Air Outlets ...150 Air System ...150 Alarm. How To Turn Off Theft ...83 Alcohol. Driving Under - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 383
Astroroof ...Automatic Air Conditioning System ...Automatic Door Lock ...Automatic Overdrive ...Automatic Pull-Down Feature ...Automatic Transaxle ...Automatic Transaxle Fluid ... 126 151 71 93 80 90 269 B Baby Restraint ...47 280 Battery ...217 Battery Cables. Starting With ...Battery ChargeLight - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 384
. Battery. No Warning Light ...137 Chassis Lubrication ...See Maint . Book Checking 276 The Brake Fluid ...The Engine OilLevel ...259 The Power Steering Fluid ...273 The Transaxle Fluid ...266 Things Under The Hood ...257 Your Restraint Systems ...64 Your Safety Belt Systems ...64 Checks. Service - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 385
...226 Coolant Heater. Engine ...89 CoolingSystem ...228 Cooling System Service ...See Maint . Book Cruise Control ...109 Cruise Control. Change Speed With ...112 Cruise Control. Get Out Of ...114 Cruise Control On Hills ...113 Cruise Control. Turning Off ...114 Curves.Driving On ...185 Damage To - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 386
Control ...Electronic Solar Sensor ...155 Emergencies. Braking In ...185 186 Emergencies. Steering In ...Emergency Starting. Discharged Battery ...217 Emergency Towing ...222 Engine - Heater ...89 Block Change Oil Indicator ...148 Coolant ...270 Coolant Heater ...89 Coolant Temperature Warning Light - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 387
Maint. Book Fluid Usage Label ...258 FM Stereo Radio Reception ...157 Foam-Type Cleaner On Fabric ...302 Fog: Getting It Off the Windshield ...154 Francais. Guide En ...See Introduction Freeing Car From Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow ...247 FreewayDriving ...197 French Language Manual ...See Introduction - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 388
...103 Hot Coolant. Warning Light For ...135 Hot Engine. Safety WarningsAbout ...230 How The Air Bag System Works ...30 How To Obtain Roadside Service ...See Roadside Serv. How To Operate Your Sound System ...157 How To Use This Manual ...1 How To Wear Safety Belts Properly ...18 Hydroplaning ...195 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 389
Service Parts ...312 311 Identification Number.Vehicle ...IdlingYourEngine ...98 If A Tire Goes Flat ...236 Ignition Key Positions ...86 Illuminated Entry System ...72 Indicator. Bulbs For Turn LapBelt ...40 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...19 Larger Children and Safety Belts ...60 Leaking. Of Exhaust Into Your - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 390
. 33 Light. Air Bag Readiness ...137 Light. Battery Charge ...Light. Safety Belt Reminder ...18 136 Light. Service Engine Soon ...135 Light. Engine Oil ...135 Light. Engine Temp ...105 Light. Turn Signal Indicator ...127 Lighter. Cigarette ...Lights ...115 137 Lights. Battery Charge ...116 Lights. - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 391
Overdrive, Automatic ...Overheated Engine, Warning Light For ...136 Override, Trunk Security ...77 Owner Checks& Services ...See Maint . Book 91 "P" (Park) Position ...Paint Spotting.Chemical ...309 91 ParkPosition ...Park. Shifting Into ...96 98 Park. Shifting Out Of ...95 Parking Brake ...Parking - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 392
Brake ...279 Perception Time. In Braking ...181 Polishing and Waxing ...307 Possible Damage to Your Cadillac. Notices About ...2 Possible Injury To People. Cautions About ...1 Power 175 Antenna. Cleaning The ...DoorLocks ...68 Seat Controls ...6 Seatback Recliner ...8 Steering ...273 Steering Fluid - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 393
Reporting to General Motors ...See Owner Assistance Reporting to U.S. Gov't ...See Owner Assistance Safety Warnings ...1 Sand, If You're Stuck In ...247 Schedule I Maint. Serv...See Maint. Book S Safety Belt Extender ...64 Safety Belt Reminder Light ...11,18 Safety Belt Replacement, Need For - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 394
Information ...See Owner Assistance 312 Service Parts Identification Label ...Service Station Checks ...See Maint. Book Servicing Cadillac with the Air Bag System ...38 Setting The Clock ...167.173 Setting The Trip Odometer ...131 Sheet Metal Damage ...308 Shift Lever. Positions Of ...90 Shift Lever - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 395
It's Time For New Tires ...295 65 Torn Safety Belts ...Torque Lock (Auto Transaxle) ...99 Towing ATrailer ...207 TowingYourVehicle ...222 Traction Control System ...184 248 Trademarks.GM ...207 Trailer Towing ...90 Transaxle. Automatic ...269 Transaxle Fluid ...90 Transaxle Gear Positions ... 14 - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 396
280 3 150 305 . . WarningLights ...132 Flashers. Warning Hazard ...215 Light.Anti-Lock Brake System ...133 Light. Brake System ...132 Light. Engine Oil Pressure ...135 132 Lights. On Instrument Panel ...Lights. Service Engine Soon ...136 Lights: What To Do If One Goes On ...132 Warnings. Safety - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 397
...298 Wheel Nut Torque ...244 298 Wheel Replacement ...Why Safety Belts Work ...13 Why Wear Safety Belts? ...11 Wiidow Express Down. Driver's Side ...102 102 Windows.Power ...Windshield 306 Cleaning The ...108 Washer ...275 Washer Fluid ...107 Wipers ...Wiper Blade Replacement ...287 319 Wipers: If - 1994 Cadillac DeVille | Owner's Manual - Page 398
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