1995 Cadillac Fleetwood Owner's Manual - Page 230

When to Change Engine Oil Your Cadillac has an Oil Life Indicator. This featurewill let you know when to change your oil and filter -- usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and 7,500 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 vehicle more than 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months (whichever occurs first) without an oil change. The system won't detect dust in theoil. So, if you drive in a dusty area, be sureto change your oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 krn) or sooner if the CHANGE ENGINE OIL light comes on. Remember to reset the Oil Life Indicator when the oil hasbeen changed. For more information, see "Oil Life Indicator" in the Index. What to Do witL Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer? Don't let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Washor properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See the manufacturer's warnings about the use and disposal of oil products.) Used oil canbe a real threat to the environment. If you change your own oil, be sure to drain all free-flowing oil from the filter before disposal. Don't ever dispose of oil by putting it inthe trash, pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Instead, recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil, If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling center for help. How to Reset theOil Life Indicator After the oil has been changed, you'll need to reset your system. To do that, turn the ignition key to the on position with the engine stopped. Fully push and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds. The light should flash two times, then go out if it is reset. If the CHANGE OIL light comes on and stays on for fiveseconds, it did not reset. You:'Uneed to reset the system again.