1996 Cadillac Seville Owner's Manual
1996 Cadillac Seville Manual
1996 Cadillac Seville manual content summary:
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,-+-s A, The 1996 Cadillac Seville Owner's Manual ...1-1 This section tellsyou how to use your seats and safety belts properly.It also explains the "SIR" system. FeaturesandControls ...2-1 This section explains how to start operate your Cadillac. and Comfort Controls and Audio Systems ...3-1 Seats - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 3
Limited" forCadillac Motor Car Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your Cadillac, it will be so there if you ever need it when you're onthe road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual it so the new in owner can use it. WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 4
The PENALTY OF LEADERSHIP (Cadillac Motor Car Co. Detroit, Mich. 1 iii THIS TEXT APPEARED AS AN ADVERTISEMENTIN THE SATURDAY EVENING POST 1JANUARY ?ND. IN THE YEAR 1915 ti COPYRIGHT. CADILLAC MOTOR CAR DlViSlON - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 5
c Henry M. Leland, founder of Cadillac, stands beside the 1905 iv - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 6
electric lighting and ignition systemon 1912 models. Cadillac is the only American manufacturer to win this honor and the only manufacturer in the world to win it twice. As commonplace as standardized parts are today, in 1908 parts were still individually hand fitted both in production and service - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 7
High Compression V8 Engine Standardization opened the eyes of the industrial world and was the cornerstone of modern assembly line production. From this achievement evolved the reference to Cadillacas "Standard of the World." In 1909 Cadillac was purchased by the then new General Motors Corporation - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 8
4 During World War 11, shortly 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 V17 10 engines. Two Cadillac V8 engines and Hydra-Matic transmissions were used in each MSAI and - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 9
- smooth, quiet and effortless -might be summarized "elegance as driven it for in motion.''Once you have seen and yourself. we think you will agree the word is that "elegance" -and that the caris Cadillac! CADLLAC MOTOR CAR DMSION GENERAL MOTORS CORpoRAnoN viii Advertisement for 1960 Sixty Special - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 10
first front wheel drive personal luxury car. The 472 cu. in. V8 engine used in all Cadillacs in 1968 and 1969 was enlarged to 500 cu. in. for all 1970 through 1976 Eldorados. The Track Master computerized skid control braking system option debuted on 1970 Eldorados. A driver andpassenger Air Cushion - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 11
On-Board Diagnostics i 1980, four wheel Anti-lock Brakes on n 1986 models and Traction Control in the fall of 1989. The 1992 Seville STS was the first car ever to win all three major automotive awards: Car of the Year, Motor Trend; Ten BestList, C r & Driver; Car of the Year, a Automobile Magazine - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 12
from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about thefeatures and controls foryour vehicle. In this manual, you'll find that pictures and words work together toexplain things quickly. A CAUTION: These mean there is something that could - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 13
damage would not be coveredby your warranty, andit could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to avoid the help damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE wamings in different colors or in different words. You'll also see warninglabels on your vehicle. They - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 14
RUNNING LAMPS WINDOW DEFOGGER ENGINE OIL PRESSURE VENTILATING FAN ANTI-LOCK BRAKES A These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven: These symbols have to do with your lights: These symbols are on some of your controls: WINDSHIELD WIPER These symbols - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 15
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System Here you'll find information about the seats in your Cadillac and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags andsafety belts. Power Seats Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the power seats -- how to adjust - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 17
To move the whole seat forward or backward, slide the control in the direction of the center arrow. To do this, press the control forward to increase support and upward to raise the support mechanism.To adjust the back support, press the control down and rearward. Keep in mind that as your seating - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 18
button "2" instead of until seat movement is complete. Releasing the buttons will stop seatadjustment. The EXIT button can be programmed seat will automatically adjust to the appropriate position. Note that each time a memory button is pressed a single beep will sound through the radio. If - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 19
control is locatedin the center console. Move the switch to LO or HI to turn on the heating elementsin the seat. The LO setting warms the seatback and cushion until the seat approximates body temperature. TheHI setting heats the seatto a slightly higher temperature. A telltale light in the control - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 20
Reclining Front Seatbacks r 1 - Press the control forward or 3c 1, But don't have a seatback reclined your vehicle is moving. if 1-5 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 21
safety belts can't do their job when you're reclined like this. The shoulder belt can't do its job because it won't be against your body. Instead, it will be in theseat and wear your safety belt properly. Safety Belts: They're for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safetybelts - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 22
has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. (See "Safety Belt Reminder Light" in the Index.) In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here's why: They work. You never know if you'll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don't know if it will be - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 23
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast .as it goes. ,?. c a Put someone on it. Take the simplestvehicle. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels. 1-8 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 24
Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle. it could be the windshield ... 1-9 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 25
or the instrumentpanel ... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That's why safety belts make such good sense. - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 26
andafter an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted. Q: If my vehicle has air bags, why shouldI have to wear safety belts? Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future. But they are supplemental systems only; so they - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 27
your Cadillac, see the part of this manual called "Children." Follow thoserules for everyone's protection. First, you'll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has. We'll start with the driver position. Driver Position This part describes thedriver's restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 28
'd beless likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would applyforce at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over theshoulder and across thechest. These parts of the body arebest able to take beltrestraining forces. The - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 29
that the shoulder portionof the belt is centered on your shoulder. belt should be away The from your face and neck, not falling off your but shoulder. I ! i Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment Your car has a shoulder belt tightness adjustment feature. If the shoulder belt seems too tight, adjust - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 30
sit back. If you've added more than 1 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 the shoulder belt. the belt will become tight again. If this happens, you can reset it. 1-15 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 31
hurt if your shoulder beltis too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury.The shoulder belt should fit against your body. Don't allow more than 1 inch (25 mm) of slack. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won't give nearly as much protection this way. 1-16 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 32
like this. In a crash, the beltwould go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, at thepelvic bones. This not could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearestyou. I 1 1 I 1 I I I I 1 I A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-17 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 33
with this? A CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. a crash, your In body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance head and neck injury. of Also, the belt would apply too much force the to ribs, which aren'tas strong as shoulder - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 34
with this? A CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn't have the full widthof the belt to spread impact forces. a belt is twisted, If ask make it straight so it can work properly, or your dealer to fix it. I A: The belt is twisted across the body. 1-19 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 35
This part explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system or airbag system. Your Cadillac has two air bags -- one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger. Here are the most important thingsto know about the air bag system: A CAUTION: To unlatch the belt - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 36
. To read how, see the part of this manual called "Children" and the caution labelthe on right frontpassenger's safety belt. The system checks the air bag's electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" in the Index for more - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 37
How the Air Bag System Works I The right front passenger's air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. Where is the air bag? The driver's air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-22 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 38
as a parked car, the threshold levelwill be higher. The air bag is not designed air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair air bag. The intlator. air bag and related hardware are all part of'the air bag modules packed inside the steering wheel - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 39
bag module in the steering wheel hub forthe driver's air bag, or the instrument panel for the right front passenger's bag, will be hot for a short time. The part of the bag thatcomes into contact with you may be warm, but it will never be too hot to touch. There will be some smoke and dust coming - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 40
will include air bagmodules and possibly other parts. The service manualfor your vehicle covers theneed to replaceother parts. o Your vehicle is equipped with a crashsensing and Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Cadillac Air bags affect how your Cadillac should be serviced. There are parts of the air - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 41
"Driver Position," earlier in this section. When the lap portion of the belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. Ifit does, let it go back all the way and start again. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be wornas low as possible, below the rounding - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 42
buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people the rear in seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren't safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle ina crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 43
, pull down on the buckle end of the beltas you pull up on the shoulder part. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at the end of this section. Make sure the release button onthe buckle is - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 44
too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should against your body. fit The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.And you'd - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 45
r To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 46
snug. When you sit in the center seatingposition, you have a lap safety belt, which hasno retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt thelatch plate and pull it along the belt. Buckle, position andrelease it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn't long enough, see "Safety - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 47
childrenand babies should alwaysbe restrained in a child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint say whether it is will the right type and for your child. A very size so young child's hip bones are small thata regular belt might not stay on thehips, as it low should. Instead, thebelt - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 48
' A heavy you can't hold it. For example, in acrash at only 25 mph (40 kmlh), a 124b. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 2404b. (110 kg) force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby an infant restraint. in I A CAUTION: - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 49
belt system in your vehicle,but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury. The instructions that come with theinfant or child restraint will the rearrather than the frontseat. We at General Motors, therefore, recommend that you put your child - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 50
Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position U You'll be using the lap-shoulder belt.See the earlier part about the topstrap if the child restrainthas one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. Eyour child restraint has strap, should be anchored. a top - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 51
Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. goes in front of the child's face or If the shoulder belt neck, put it behind the child restraint. 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. 1-36 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 52
Center Rear Seat Position You'll be using the lap belt. See the earlier part about the topstrap if the child restraint has one. 5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again andbe ready - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 53
. 3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 4. Run the vehicle'ssafety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. safety belt quickly if ever had to. you 6. To tighten the belt,pull its free end while you push down on the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 54
lap-shoulder belt.See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. front passenger air 1. Because your vehicle has a right bag, always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward-facing childrestraint. (See "Seats'' in the Index.) instructions 2. Put the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 55
A 5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be abieto unbuckle the safety belt quicklyif you ever had to. 6. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set thelock. 1-40 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 56
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 all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Children who have outgrown childrestraints - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 57
the very close to the child's face or neck? A: of Move the child toward the center the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulderbelt still is on the child's shoulder, so that in a crash the child's upper body would have the restraintthat belts provide. If the child is so small that the shoulder - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 58
: Never do this. Here a child is sittingin a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears thebelt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt's force would then be applied righton the child's abdomen. That could cause - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 59
also may mean will need to have safety belt you or seat parts repairedor replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even the belt wasn't being used if at the time of the collision. If an air bag inflates, you'll need replace air bag to system parts. See the part on the air bag system earlier - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 60
and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Cadillac, and information on starting, shrfting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you everything is if working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 61
you lose your keys, you will be able to have new ones made using the plug or bar code tag. The oval key is the for doors and all other locks. NOTICE: Your Cadillac has a number of new features that can help prevent theft. You can have a lot of trouble getting intoyour vehicle ifyou ever - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 62
the vehicle in of crash if the doors aren'tlocked. Wear safety belts properly, lock your doors, and will be far you better off whenever you door key. If your vehicle has the optional theft-deterrent system, unlock the doors withthe key or Keyless Entry system. This will avoid setting off'the alarm - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 63
power or lock. When the door is closed again, it will not lock automatically. Use the manual power lock to lock the or door again. I " I ProgrammableAutomatic Door Locks With the ignition in the RUN position, the door locks can be programmed through the Driver Information Center (DIC) to allow the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 64
prompt Rear Door Security Locks Your Cadillac is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your programming the door locks, the next prompt to appear is for the vehicle storage mode. For more information on vehicle storage, see "Battery Guard - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 65
Anti-Lockout Feature Leaving your key in any ignition position with the driver's door open will disable the useof the powerdoor lock switches. The anti-lockout feature is disabled when the ignition is on. If you close the door,you can lock it using the KeylessEntry system. It is always recommended - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 66
. See the instructions on battery replacement. Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. This product has a maximum range. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. See your Cadillac dealer or a qualified technician for service. 0 0 0 Your Keyless - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 67
the doors, the parking lamps will blink Replacing to the battery and pressing the transmitter buttons 10 or more times out of range will also cause Cadillac dealer for service your if transmitter still doesn't work properly. Matching Transmitter(s)To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter coded - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 68
won't work at the normal range inany location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it's probably time to change the battery. - 2. Remove the battery and replace it with a CR2032 battery. Using the wrong size battery can damage the transmitter. Make sure the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 69
highest speed with the setting on AUTO or ECON and the temperature between 65°F (18OC) and 85°F (29°C). That will force outside air into yourvehicle. See "Comfort Controls"in the Index. If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them the way. all See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 70
I locatedinside of the glove box will disable the use of the trunk, fuel door and garage door opener. Pressing this button again will make thesefeatures reusable. Locking the glove box with the door key will also help to secure your vehicle. A CAUTION: Your car has an automatic pull-down feature - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 71
steering wheel willbe locked, andso will your ignition and transaxle. And remember lock to the doors. Theft-Deterrent System (Option) If your ignitionis off and any door is open, the SECURITY light will flash reminding you to activate the system (the light will also flash if the battery has been - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 72
will flash. If the alarm doesnot sound when it should, check to see if the hornworks. The horn fuse may be blown. To replace the fuse, see "Fuses Circuit Breakers" in and the Index. If the fuse does need to bereplaced, you not may need to have your Cadillac serviced. If you activate the alarm - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 73
CAR message will appear at this time. If the engine still does not start, wait minutes and try a 3 duplicate key. At this time, fuses should be checked (see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index). If the engine does not start with the duplicate key, your vehicle needs service. See your Cadillac - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 74
Your modern Cadillac doesn't time your new brake linings aren'tyet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature -inguideline every time you get new brake linings. 0 Don't tow a trailer . If it is, then it turn the steering wheel leftand right while you turn thekey hard. But turn - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 75
in the ignition switch, can turn you the switch to five different positions: ACCESSORY (A): This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. To get into ACCESSORY, push in the key and turn it toward you. The steering wheel will remain locked, just - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 76
. 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. Power to these accessories stops after 10 minutes or if any door is opened. If you want powerfor another 10 minutes, turn the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 77
w NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. 3. If your engine still won't start (or startsbut then too stops), it could be flooded with much gasoline. T y pushing - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 78
three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord won't reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps. In very cold weather, 0°F (- I 8 O C ) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You'll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 79
away from moving engine parts. If you Cadillac dealer in thearea where you'll parking be your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advicefor that particular area. Automatic Transaxle Operation The automatic transaxle mayhave either a shift lever located on the steering column or on the console - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 80
pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) and release the shift lever button on the floor shift console models as you maintain brake i PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your Cadillac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have tofully apply your regular - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 81
transaxle will shift down to the next gear and have more power. A CAUTION: Shifting outof PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is "racing" (runninga t high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot firmly onthe is brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 82
used for normal driving however, it offers more power and lower fuel economy than OVERDRIVE (@). Here are examples for using THIRD (3) go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. r I NOTICE: ~~ Don't shift intoSECOND (2) unless you are going slower - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 83
is on, the PARK BRAKE indicator light will come on. 3 If you try to driveoff with the parking brake on, the PARK BRAKE indicator light stays on. See "Parking Brake Indicator Light"i the Index for more infomation. n When you move out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), if the engine is running, the parking - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 84
. Keep your hand and arm away when you use the manual releaselever. 1 A CAUTION: It can be dangerous to'get outyour vehicle if NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause You may have to your rear brakes to overheat. replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 85
right foot. 2. Move the shift lever into the PARK (P) position like this: 0 Move the leverup as far as it will go. down, set the parking brake. 3. With your right foot still holding the brake pedal 4. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 0 Pull the lever toward you. it 5. Remove the key and take - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 86
Engine Running , .. c, , ..r.;# ..I/,< ..., ~ ..I , ...-gg . . ,,, . , . .!. 1A CAUTION: It can be dangerous toleave your vehicle with the engine brake pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shiftlever away from PARK (P) without first pulling it toward you (or, if you have the console - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 87
to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever outof PARK (P). 2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want. 5. Have - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 88
. 0 Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high pointson the road orover road debris. 0 Repairs weren't done correctly. 0 Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly. If you ever suspect exhaust coming into is your vehicle: 0 Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 89
brake after you move the shift lever PARK (P). to Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won't move. See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index. A CAUTION:, Idling the enginewith the air system controloff could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under "Engine - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 90
releasing it will lower the window completely. If you want to stop the window asit is lowering, press the control forward.Press the control forwardto raise the window. Note that the first positionon the controloperates the driver's power window. Rear Window Lockout I The controls are located near - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 91
and exit the vehicle. Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you to tilt the wheel. Adjust the steering wheel to a Raise or lower the leveruntil the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change. Hold it there until the lane change is complete. The lever returns whenit's released. 2-32 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 92
release it to change the headlamps from low beam to high or from high beam to low. The blue light on the instrument panel will beon indicating high-beam usage. 0 If the headlamps are on high beam, they will switch to low beam. To return to high beam, pull the lever toward you. 2-33 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 93
loosen or thaw them. If the blades become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. WIPER: Turn the band on the turn signal lever to control the wipers. MISE T r the band toward you and then release it for un a single wipe cycle. For more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 94
level. An initial The Rainsense feature should be turned off when going through a car wash to avoid damage. It is importantto note that the Rainsense wiping feature (AUTO DELAY) can be overridden at any timeby manually changing the wiper controlto LO or HI speed. Note that if you ever need - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 95
Cruise Control IA windshield and either stopor return to your presetspeed. LOW WASHER FLUID will be displayed on the DIC when the washerfluid reaches a low or go off the road. Checkthe washer fluid level often. With cruise control,you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 h hor more without - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 96
. Don't use cruise controlon slippery roads. cruise control when the traction If your vehicle is in control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. (See "Traction Control System" in the Index.) When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 97
w g WIPER N A 4. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Remember, if you hold the switchat R/A longer than you half a second, the vehicle will accelerate until release the switchor apply the brake. You could be startled and even lose control. So unless you want to go faster, don't hold the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 98
. When your you take your footoff the pedal, yourvehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed set earlier. you To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to R/A. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 h hfaster. / ) The accelerate feature willonly work - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 99
this to be too much trouble and don't use cruise control on steep hills. Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to end cruise control: 0 0 Lamps The control on the left side of the instrument panel controls these lamp systems: OF F, Step lightly on the brake pedal. Move the CRUISE switch to OFF - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 100
,if the manual headlamp control is activated. An exception to this is when you're using twilight sentinel. Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) canmake it easier for-others to see the front of your vehicle duringthe day, DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 101
for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. When you press the fog lamp button, a small indicator light will tell you the fog lamps are on off the twilight sentinel switch and shift the transaxleinto PARK (P). Placing your vehicle inPARK (P) disables the DRL. The DRL will stay off until youshift - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 102
. They provide more light for cornering. OF F :.:e;" . , I _ ... ."~ Lj. v Underhood Lamp Turn the parking lamps onto operate the underhood lamp. The underhood lamp will come on when the hood is open. To operate the twilight sentinel, leavethe lamp knob off and move the TWILIGHT control to any - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 103
is located in the center of the front defogger grille.If you cover the sensor,it will read "dark" and the lamps will come on. Exterior Lighting Battery Saver The exterior lamps will turn off approximately 10 minutes after the ignition turned to LOCK or ACC, if the manual is park lamp control is - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 104
if a new car has 15 miles or Iess). Power will be restored for an additional 10 minutes if any door is opened, the trunk is opened or the courtesy lamp switchis turned on. i The reading lamps are located in the roof.These lamps and the interior courtesy lamps come on when any door is opened and - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 105
of LOCK. The system will "wake-up" when the door keyis inserted into the door however, your vehicle will remain in the storage mode. The ignition must be outof LOCK before the battery guard is disabled. Mirrors Electrochromic DaylNight Rearview Mirror Your Cadillac has an electrochromic day/night - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 106
On/Off Switch Time Delay This feature prevents rapid changingof the mirrorfrom the night mode to the day mode as you drive under lights and through traffic to clean the front and rear photocells that make the auto-dimming feature work. Press the buttonat the base of the mirror to turn on - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 107
. Another photocell is builtinto the mirror surface to sense headlamps behind you. OFF: This setting turnsoff the day/night function and compass. The mirror will stay in the day mode. M: This turns on the day/night portion the mirror to of automatically reduce glare. C/M: This setting turns on the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 108
the nightmode to theday mode as you drive under lights and through traffic. Compass Calibration Once the compass is calibrated, it does not need to be recalibrated. To calibrate the compass: 1. Set the switch onthe mirror control to C/M. Reverse Gear DayMode The reverse mode isanother important - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 109
variance for your particular location: 1. Find your location on the zone map. Note the zone number. 2. Hold in the CAL'switch (on the bottom of switch until the numberfor the new zone entry is displayed. Once the desired zone number displayed, stop is pressing the CAL switch and the display will - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 110
Power Remote Control Mirror Your Cadillac has an electric mirror control located on the driver's door armrest. Driver's Outside Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror (Option) The driver's side outside mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you. This feature is controlled by the on and off - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 111
or the optionalfull front console with shift lever. The mini console comes with a storage a storage tray, compartment for CD's or tapes and a dual cupholder that unfolds for use. The full console includes a storage compartment for CD's or tapes andan optional phone, an armrest and a cupholder. The - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 112
is avai!able on vehicles without the optional astroroof. To gain access to this compartment, which is located directly above the inside rearview mirror in the headliner, push up and the storage area will open. The convenience net is inside the back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 113
, liftit out by gripping the sides. If you don't have a center console,pull the tray out toreveal theashtray. The tray is located beneath the radio. To clean this ashtray,lift it out by pulling on the snuffer. If the ashtray will not come out, try reaching under it and gently press on the ashtray - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 114
wheel telephone controls and will have information output through the DIC. Voice activation and hands-free operation are standard features. For more information, contact your Cadillac dealer. A user's guide is provided with the telephone. Assist Handles A folding handle above each rear door - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 115
can also increase ventilation. It includes a sliding glass panel anda sliding sunshade. The control switch onlyworks when the ignition is on or when the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. Press the switch rearward andrelease to express-open the glass panel and sunshade. The sunshade can also - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 116
two conditions: (1) doors and gates, with the accessory or package, other devices controlled by radio frequency such as home/office lighting systems security systems. and The transmitter will learn andtransmit the frequencies of most current transmitters and is powered by your vehicle's battery - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 117
surface of the universal transmitter so that you can still see the red light. If you have trouble programming the universal transmitter, make sure that you have followed the directions exactly as described and that the battery in the hand-held transmitter is not dead. If you still cannot program - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 118
hold the appropriate button on theuniversal transmitter. The red light comes on while the signal is being transmitted. Note that using the procedure for programming the transmitter explained earlier. Accessories Accessories for the universal transmitter are available from themanufacturer of the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 119
The Instrument Panel: Your Information Svstem 2-60 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 120
Audio System 9. Passenger's Side Air Bag 10. Lamp Controls 11. Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Climate Control 2. Turn Signal/MultifunctionLever 12. Hood Release 3. Driver Information Center Control Buttons 4. Driver's Side Air Bag 13. Horn 14. Steering Wheel Touch Controls for AudioSystem 15 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 121
Digital Cluster (mJ I INST MPG j 3 LL a a,, -w w TRIP United States versionshown, Canadian similar 2-62 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 122
Analog Cluster United States version shown, Canadian similar 2-63 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 123
(used in Canada). Tachometer (Analog Cluster) This gage indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). You may wonder whathappens if is because your vehicle's computer in has stored the mileage memory. I NOTICE: Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in may occur. the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 124
slows, the fuel supply will come on again. This helps prevent damage to the engine. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle's functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 125
's belt isalready buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on. Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light the instrument on panel, which shows BAG. The system checksthe AIR air bag's electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electiical problem - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 126
on then, have it fixed so it will.be ready to warn you if there's a problem. BRAKE If this light stays on, need service and you should you take your Cadillac to the dealer at once. To save your battery until you getthere, turn off all accessories. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 127
, the brake system warning light will also come onwhen you set your parking brake.The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn't release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. This light should also come on briefly as you start the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 128
part. The anti-lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignitionkey to RUN. If the light doesn't come onthen, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. With the anti-lock brake system, oneof these lights will come on when you start your - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 129
Warning Light This warning light should come on briefly as you start the engine.If the warning light doesn'tcome on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there's a problem. The traction control system warning light maycome on for the following reasons: 0 If there's a brake system - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 130
Engine Soon Light) Your Cadillac is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. SERVICE ENGINE SOON As a check, the light should come on for a few seconds when you start your engine. In the section "Problems on the Road," this manual - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 131
it repaired. This light will also come on during malfunction in one a of two ways: 0 Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage theemission control system on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service is - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 132
As your engine starts to run out offuel, your engine may not run asefficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire. The system can detect this. Adding fuel should correct this condition. Make sure to install the fuel cap properly. It will take a few - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 133
oilas soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. The light goes on when you turn yourkey to RUN or START. It goes off once you start your engine. That's a check to be sure the light works. If it doesn't comeon, be sure to have it fixed so it will be there to warn you if something goes - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 134
letter E is shown. If the fuel supply gets down to approximately one gallon (3.8 L), the E will flash and the FUEL LEVEL VERYLOW message will appearin the DIC. (On the analogfuel gage, the FUEL LEVEL VERY LOW message will also appear.) 1 GAL PREMIUM UNLEADED FUEL ONLY Here are a fewconcerns some - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 135
. The computer takes a new reading twice every second. It will showeconomy up to 70 miles-per-gallon (or 2 L per 100 km). To reset the average fuel economy, pressthe INFORMATION button until the AVG MPG is displayed on the DIC. Press andhold theRESET button until both thefuel data center and DIC - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 136
, Electronic Climate Control, fuel data center, the fuel gage, trip odometer and odometer. While the displays are off, pressing the INFORMATION button will only turn on the DIC. If the TRIP SET button is pressed or the fuel level falls below four gallons (15.2 L), all the displays will come back on - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 137
stop it. If you will be starting and stopping yourCadillac, during a trip for instance, the TIMERfeature will automatically start timing where it left displayed. Fuel Used Reset: Press the INFORMATION button to display the FUEL USED on the DIC, then press and hold the RESET button until FUEL USED - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 138
OO:OO is displayed, press the INFO RESET button to start the timing feature. Press the INFO RESET button again tostop it. If you will be starting and stopping your Cadillac, during trip for a instance, the TIMER feature will automatically start timing where it left off when last stopped. Toreset you - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 139
FUEL DOOR:Press this button to open the fuel door. TRUNK: Press this button to open the trunk. A/C OFF FOR ENGINE PROTECTION 16: "his message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature.To avoid added strain on a hot engine, the air conditioning compressor - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 140
but you willstill have the use of manual brakes. The power brakes willnot be affected if the problem is caused by a failed sensor. Have your vehicle serviced immediately at your Cadillac dealership. CHANGE ENGINE OIL 82: This means that the life of the engine oil has expired and it shouldbe changed - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 141
COOLANT LEVEL 02: This message will appear when there is a low level of engine coolant. Have the cooling system serviced by Cadillac technician as a soon as possible. CHECK FUEL GAGE 39: This message will appear when the fuel supply is less than four gallons (15.2 L) and the display is turned off - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 142
circuit in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) has shorted or is loose when this message appears. Have your Cadillac serviced by your dealership at once. - - REDUCED ENGINE POWER 41: This message informs the driver that due to wheel slippage your vehicle is reducing engine power to compensate for - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 143
is in the RUN position. Have the brake system serviced by a Cadillac technician as soon as possible. If the brake warninglight is on, refer to the directions listed in that part. SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM 102: This message will display when problem with the charging a system has beendetected. Have - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 144
-Key 11) senses that an improper ignition proper service center before turning the engine. off key is being used to try to start thevehicle. Check the TOP SPEED FUEL CUT-OFF 111: This message ignition key fordamage. If it is damaged, it may need to will appear when the PCM senses that the maximum be - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 145
12: This message means that theair conditioning system detects a refrigerant level that low enough to is cause damage to the A/C compressor.To avoid damage the A/C compressor automatically turns off and the Electronic Climate Control will automatically switch A/C from AUTO to ECON and remain there - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 146
. the If vehicle has been driven 7,500 miles (12500 k ) will m it indicate to change the oil. If you drive in a check 1 2 0 ~ )much oil you have. so you'll still have to check for that. To see how, see "Engine see the Cadillac Maintenance Schedule booklet. If you see Electronic Level Control This - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 147
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you'll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your Cadillac. Be sure to read about theparticular systems supplied with your vehicle. Electronic Climate Control (ECC) Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your air system work for you. Your comfort - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 149
) button on the DIC. Mode Controls The AUTO/ECON button automatically controls the direction of air delivery for air conditioning and non-air conditioning modes. Automatic Operation When the systemis set for AUTO, sensors will control the air delivery mode. Air will come from the floor, middle or - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 150
warms up, the blower fan speed will gradually increase andair will flow from theheater outlets, with some airflow to the windshield to prevent fogging under most normal conditions. If you leave your vehicle, the system will remember the control setting the next time you start your engine, except for - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 151
to save fuel. The AUTO setting is used when it's warmoutside and you needto cool the air in order to maintain a selected temperature and blower speed. FAN SPEEDS: Press the button with the fan symbol until AUTO is displayed on the screen. Atthis setting, the fanspeed is automatically controlled. If - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 152
EIectronic Solar Sensor Dual-Zone Climate Control (Option) LI The sensor monitors the sun's solar radiation and is located on top of the instrument panelnear the windshield. The ECC system uses this information to automatically make the necessary temperature and airflow adjustments to maintain - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 153
displayed when your vehicle is running. Automatic Operation When the system is setfor AUTO, sensors will control from the floor, the air delivery mode. Air will come middle or windshield outlets. The fan speed will vary as the system maintains the selected temperature setting. Be careful not to - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 154
up, the blower fan speed will gradually increase andair will flow from the heater outlets, with some airflow to the windshield to prevent fogging under most normal conditions. If you leave your vehicle, the system will remember the control setting the next time you start your engine, except for - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 155
the button with thefan symbol until AUTO is displayed on the screen. At this setting, thefan speed is automatically controlled.If it is cold outside, the blower maynot run in the maximum high fan speed right away.The system checks the temperature of the engine coolant assure itis warm to enough - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 156
: Press this button to turn the air conditioning on and off. The system will cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle. In the AUTO mode, the display will show that AC is active, but the air conditioning compressor only operates when the system determines it is needed. RECIRCULATION: Press this - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 157
fan speed by pressing the up ordown arrow. Ventilation System Your Cadillac's flow-through ventilation system supplies outside air into vehicle when it ismoving. the Outside air will alsoenter the vehiclewhen the heater or the air conditioning fanis running. If you have the dual-zone system, press - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 158
of fogging the inside of the windows. Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps circulate air throughout your vehicle. 0 0 The direction of airflow for the rear seats can also be adjusted. Move the FAN lever to adjust the blower speed from LO to HI. Move the VENT - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 159
the useful range of devices such as garage door openers and radar detectors. (In certain states, radar detectors are legal.) 1. Remove snow that is piled up on the windshield. 2. Start your Cadillac and leaveit in PARK (P). 3. Press the DE-ICE button. A light will comeon to tell you it is working - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 160
extremely humid or cold conditions. If you have the ECC system, press the DEFOG or DE-ICE button and adjust the fan speed pressing the by fan button upor down. If you use DEFROST, adjust the fan speed the same way. If you select DEFROSTfrom AUTO, the system will control the fan speed. The - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 161
adjusted at the steering wheel. Other touch controls operate some audio controls. See "Steering Wheel Controls for AudioSystem" later in this section. Audio Systems Your Cadillac audio system has been designed operate to easily and give yearsof listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoymentout - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 162
with Cassette Tape Player which includes four Bose amplified speakers.See your dealer for details. Playing the Radio PWR: Press this button lightly to release it from its recessed position. The system will turn on. Press the button again to turn the system off. AM: Press this buttonto select AM - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 163
on to the next presetstation. Press SCAN again to stop scanning. If a preset station has weak reception, the radio will not stop at the preset station. Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this button lightly so it extends. Turn the BAL knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 164
switch to the radio. While the tape isplaying, use the VOL, FADE, BAL, TREB and BASS controls just as you do for the radio. Other controls may have differentfunctions when a tape is inserted. The display will working properly. The cassette tape is broken. (Check to see if your tape is broken. Try - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 165
radio will play. Eject may be activated with the radio if the ignition is on. Cassette off tapes maybe loaded with theradio off but they will not start Processing (Option) Playing the Radio PWR: Press this button lightly to release it from its recessed position. The system will turn on. Press the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 166
next preset station. Press SCAN again to stop scanning. a preset station has weak If reception, the radio will not stop at the preset station. Setting the Tone BASS: Press this button lightly so it extends. Turn the BASS knob clockwise to increase and counterclockwise to decrease bass. The middle - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 167
used while listening to the radio, the cassette tape player or the CD player. To activate DSP, press DSP in mode. Some experimenting with this button will help you determine the best sound. TALK: for left speakers. FADE: Press this button lightly it extends. Turn the so FADE knob to - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 168
with arrow an to indicate which side of the tape is playing. PLAY will appear on the display when a tape is playing. If an error occurs while trying to play a cassette tape, it could be that: 0 TAPE: Press this buttonto switch from radio or CD to cassette tape play. Press AM or FM 1-2 to - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 169
designed trays. A (EJECT): Press the upward triangle button to remove a tape. The radio will play. Eject may be activated with theradio off if the ignition is Cassette on. tapes may be loaded with the radio off but they not will start playing until the PWR button is turned on. Press PWR or turn the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 170
play and an error will occur. Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot. Repeat this procedure for loading up to 12 discs in the magazine. Once you have loaded the discs inthe magazine, slide open the door of the compact disc (CD) changer. Push the magazine into thechanger in the direction - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 171
the CD functions are controlled by the radio buttons, except for ejecting the CD magazine... Close the door by sliding it all the way to the left. If the door is left partially open, the changer will not operate and an error will occur. When the door isclosed, the changer will begin checking discs - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 172
number on the radio display will move to the next available CD. REV: Press this button to reverse quicklythrough a track selection. FF: Press this button to advance quicklythrough a track selection. SEEK: Press the left arrow while playinga compact disc to go back to the start of a current track - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 173
displays an error number, write it down and provide itto your dealer when reporting the problem. Playing the Radio PWR: Press this button lightly to release it from its recessed position. The system will turnon. Press the button again to turn the system off. VOL: T r the knob clockwise to increase - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 174
the display to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds (factory presets which have not been reprogrammed with your stations will be ignored). radio will go to The the first preset station storedon your pushbuttons,stop for a few seconds, then on to the next preset station. go Press - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 175
broken. (Check to see radio on, inserta cassette tape. The tape will TAPE: Press this button to switch from radio or CD to begin playing as soon as itis inserted. cassette tape play. Press AM or FM 1-2 to switch to the While the tape is playing, use the VOL, FADE, BAL, radio. TREB and BASS controls - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 176
another part of the tape. Press the button again to return to playing speed. The radio will play while the tape advances and FWD will appear The radio will play. Eject may be activated with the radio off the ignition is on. Cassette if off tapes may be loaded with the radio but they will not start - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 177
. Protect yourCD changer by using the convenience net whenever possible. Place large objects in the trunk appropriatelyso that they will not come into contact with the CD changer. You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc. Eachof the 12 trays holds one disc - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 178
bysliding it all the way to the left. If the door is left partiallyopen, the changer willnot operate and an error will occur.When the door is closed, the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine. This will continue for up to one and a half minutes depending on the number of discs loaded - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 179
with discs is loadedin the changer, the CD symbol will LOADING will appear on the display the disc number and appearon the radio display. CD changer is checking the on the radio display will move to the next available-CD. Ifthe magazine forCDs, the CD symbol will flash on the display REV: Press this - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 180
dirty, scratched, wet or loaded label side up. 0 0 The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. CD CHANGER DOOR OPEN is displayed when the CD changer door is open.Completely close the left changer door to restore normal operation. CD CHANGER NO DISCS is displayed when an empty - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 181
add whatyou want. If you can, it's very important to doit properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle's engine, Cadillac radio or other systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle's systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 182
through yourCadillac dealer. You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a cassette withfabric belt to clean a the tape head.This type of cleaning cassette will not eject. It may not clean thoroughly as the scrubbing as type cleaner. Cassettes are subject to wear and - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 183
if it's cleaned from time to time. To clean the antenna mast: 1. Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna. NOTICE: Before entering an automatic carwash, turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down. This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged. If the antennadoes - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 184
is: Drive defensively. Please start witha very important safety device in your Cadillac: Buckle up. (See "Safety Belts" inthe Index.) Defensive driving reallymeans You never know when the vehicle in front of you is goingto brake or turn suddenly. A Here you'll find information about driving on - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 185
and driving. In recentyears, some 18,000 annual motor vehicle-related deaths have been associated with the use laws. The obvious way to solvethis highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol andthen drive amount of alcohol consumed The drinker's body weight The amount of food that is - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 186
food just before or during drinking willhave a somewhat lower BAC level. There is a gender difference, too. Women generallyhave a lower relative percentage of body water than men. many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 187
The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. "I'll be careful" isn't the right answer. What if there's an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a childdarts into the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 188
more with another. Age, physicalcondition, alertness, coordination and eyesight all playa part. So do alcohol, drugs and frustration. But even in of a second the conditionof your brakes. Sometimes, as when you'redriving on snow or ice, it's easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 189
push. Anti-Lock Brakes Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS). ABS is an advanced electronic braking systemthat will help prevent a braking skid. When you start your engine and begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself.You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 190
of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and atthe rear wheels. You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. 4-7 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 191
When this happens, thesystem works the front brakes and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin. The TRACTION ACTIVE message will display on the Driver Information Center when the traction control system is limiting wheel spin. See "Driver Information Center Messages'' in the Index. may feel orhear - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 192
system will not limit wheelspin. Adjust your driving accordingly. 1 To turn the system off, press the TRAC OFF button located insideof the glove box. The traction control system automaticallycomes on whenever you start your vehicle.To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 193
more than even the very best braking. Speed Sensitive Steering (SSS) (SLS manual-like steeringfor maximum control and stability. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine change its path when you turn the front wheels. If there's no traction, inertia willkeep the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 194
steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child dartsout from between parked cars and stops right in frontof you. You can avoid these problems by braking -- if you can stop in - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 195
But you have to actfast, steer quickly and just asquickly straighten the wheel once have you avoided the object. The fact that such emergency situations are is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all timesand wear safety belts properly. r / edge ot paved surtace If the level of the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 196
is clear to pass, you will havea "running start" that more than makes for the up distance you would loseby dropping back. And if something happens to cause you to cancel yourpass, you need only slow down and drop back again and wait foranother opportunity. If other cars are lined up to pass a slow - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 197
skids taking reasonable by care suited to existing conditions, and not "overdriving" by those conditions. But skids always possible. are The three types of skids correspond to your Cadillac's three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels aren't rolling. In the steering or cornering skid - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 198
these to conditions. It isimportant to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance willbe longer and vehicle control more limited. While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, accelerationor braking (including engine braking by shifting - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 199
you vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. You can be temporarily blinded by approaching bright in sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you're driving, don't wear - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 200
Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble.On a wet road, you can't stop, accelerate or turn ll get even less traction. It's always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving.The surface may get wetsuddenly when your reflexes are tuned for - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 201
won't work well in a quick stop and may cause pullingto one side. You could lose controlof the vehicle. After driving througha large puddleof water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. Driving too fast through large water puddlesor even going through some - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 202
happen often. But it can if your tires haven't much tread or if the pressure in oneor more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine's air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 203
going. Get a city map and your trip into an unknown plan part of the city as you would for a cross-country just trip. light turns green, and just before you start to move, check both ways for vehiclesthat have not cleared the intersectionor may be running the red light. One of the biggest problems - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 204
traffic. Tryto determinewhere you expect to blend with the flow. Try merge intothe gap at closeto to the prevailing speed.Switch on your turn signal,check your mirrors andglance over your shoulder as often as necessary. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow. Once you are onthe freeway, adjust - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 205
pressure? Is your vehicle readyfor a long trip?If you keep it serviced and maintained, it's ready go. If it needs to service, haveit done before starting out.Of course, you'll find experienced and able service experts in Cadillac dealerships all across North America. They'll bc.ready and willing - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 206
it just plain falling asleepat the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lackof hum of the tireson the road, the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently. a If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 207
your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and alsothe brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads your let engine assist your brakes ona steep downhill slope. 0 0 You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 208
Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your Cadillac in good shape for winter. 0 You may want to flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a pieceof old carpet or a couple of burlap - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 209
'll have a lot less traction or "grip" and will need to be very careful. What's the worst time drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. the condition -- smooth ice, packed, blowing or loosesnow -- drive with caution. Keep yourtraction control - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 210
ahard stop on a slippery road.Even though you have the anti-lock braking system,you'll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry when the surrounding roads are clear. If you see apatch of ice ahead of you, brake before you are on it. Try not to brakewhile you're actually on the ice,and - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 211
the base your vehicle, especially any that is blockingyour exhaust pipe. And check to be around again from time to time sure snow doesn't collect that's away from the wind. This will help keep CO out. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 212
until help comes. Loading Your Vehicle (m TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP. WT. FRT. CTR. RR. TOTAL LBS. KG MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURE RTG PSliKPa FRT. RR. SPA. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PSI. 28KPa SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 213
GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can way your vehicle break, orit can change the handles. Thesecould cause you to lose control. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. ~ THJS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI CABLE U.S. FEDERAL 'MOTOR VEHiCLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENT'ION - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 214
controlwhen you pull a trailer. For example, the traileris too heavy, the if brakes may not work well or even at all. You and your passengers could seriously incostly repairs not covered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advicein this part, andsee your Cadillac dealer - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 215
can be state or provincial police. 0 Consider using a sway control. You can ask a hitch dealer about swaycontrols. Don't tow a trailerat all during the first 1,000 miles (1 600 k m ) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. Then, during the first500 miles (800 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 216
it and the people who will be riding inthe vehicle. And if you will tow a trailer, you must subtract the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac MotorCar Division 30009 Van Dyke P.O. Box 9025 Warren, MI 48090-902s In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 217
Certification label at therear edge of the driver's door or see "Loading Your Vehicle" in the Index. Then be sure you don't goover theGVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight ofthe trailer tongue. Will you have to make any holesin the body ofyour vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 218
the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working. This lets you check - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 219
help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Making Thrns I NOTICE . Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer . Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. When you're turning with a trailer, make wider - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 220
, your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher andextra wiring. Check with your Cadillac dealer. Thegreen arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked the trailer lamps up, will also flash, telling other drivers you're about turn, to - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 221
fluid (don't overfill), engine oil,belt, cooling system and brake adjustment. Each of these is covered in this manual, and the Index will help you find them quickly. you're trailering, it's If a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip. Check periodically to see that all - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 222
occur on road. the Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. I L Press the button in to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 223
A This light on the instrument panel will flash indicating that the hazard warning flashers are on. .A The hazard warning fiashers will work once the button is pressed in regardless the key position. of Pull out on the collar to turn the flashers off. When the hazard - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 224
in to your vehicle that wouldn't be coveredby your warranty. Trying to start your Cadillac pushing or by pulling it won't work and it could damage your vehicle. . Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. I NOTICE: ~ ~~ I I If the other system isn - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 225
to start your Cadillac and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories pluggedinto the cigarette lighter. Turn off all lamps that aren't needed as well as radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 226
light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You don't need to add water to the Delco Freedom@ battery installed in every new GM vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) and negative (-) wl go to negative (-) or a metal il engine part. Don't connect - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 227
. .' C, 8. Don't let the other end of the positive cable touch metal. Connect it to the positive. (+) terminal of the good battery. a ' 7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle withthe dead battery. 9. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 228
back to thebattery is much less. I 11. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile. A. Heavy Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery 12. T y to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If it r won't start after afew tries,it probably needs service. 5-7 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 229
to have a Cadillac dealer a professional towing or service tow your Seville. See "Roadside Assistance" in theIndex. If your vehicle has been changed modified since it or was factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting or special tires and wheels, these instructions may not - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 230
or others: you 0 Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. 0 Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. 0 Never tow with damaged parts fully not secured. 0 Never get under yourvehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck. 0 Always secure thevehicle on each side with separate - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 231
-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing service.Do not use the vehicle's steering columnlock for this. The transaxle should be in NEUTRAL (N) and the parking brake released. Don't have your vehicle towed on the drive wheels unless you must. If thevehicle must be towedon the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 232
tow with sling type equipment - . or fascidfog lamp damage occur. Usewheel-lift will or car carrier equipment. Additional ramping carrier equipment. Use may be required for car safety chains and wheel straps. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage canoccur from vehicle - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 233
Attach T-hook chains on both sides, in the slotted holes in the bottom of the frame rails, behind the front wheels. These slots are to be used when loading and securing to Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end car carrier equipment. of each lower control arm. 5-12 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 234
(40 km) NOTICE: Do not tow withsling typeequipment or rear bumper valance damage will occur. Use wheel-lift or car carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment. Use safety chainsand wheel straps. Towing a vehicle over roughsurfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 235
Attach R-hook chains to the R-hook slots inthe frame rails just aheadof the rear wheels on both sides. These slotsare to be used when loading and securing to car carrier equipment. Attach a separate safety chain around the end of each axle inboard of the spring. 5-14 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 236
Overheating You will find an ENGINE COOLANT HOT-IDLE ENGINE message or a STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATED message on the Driver Information Center. There is also an engine temperaturewarning light on the instrument panel. See "Engine Temperature Warning Light" in the Index. NOTICE: After driving - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 237
, and get outof the vehicle until the engine cool. is NOTICE: If yourengine catches fire because keep you driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. See "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" in the Index. 5-16 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 238
air conditioner. 2. Dial temperaturecontrol to the highest heat setting and open the window, as necessary. 3. If you're in a traffic jam, shift to NEUTRAL (N); otherwise, shift to the highest gear while driving -- OVERDRIVE (a) THIRD (3). or You may decide notto lift the hood but to get service - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 239
I A CAUTION: An electric fanunder the hood can startPIPeven when the engine not running and can injure is you. Keep hands,clothing and toolsaway from any underhood you decide it's safe to lift the hood, here's what you'll see: A. Coolant Surge T n with Pressure Cap ak B. Electric Engine Fans 5-18 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 240
it could lose coolant. That could all you cause an engine fire, and could be burned. Get any leak fixed beforeyou drive thevehicle. The coolant level should be indicated by a CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message on the Driver Information Center. If it isn't, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 241
you do it. (See "Engine Coolant" in the Indexfor more information.) TM A CAUTION: Steam andscalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the coolantsurge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed. Never - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 242
be dangerous. Plain water,or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mix will. Your vehicle's coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix. With plain water or the wrong your engine could mix, get too hot but you wouldn't get the overheat you warning. Your - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 243
A CAUTION: You can be burnedif you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and itwill burn if the engineparts arehot enough. Don't spill coolant ona hot engine. 1. You can remove the coolant surgetank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 244
2. Then keep turning the cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mix, up to the baseof the filler neck. 5-23 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 245
hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine S. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on the pressurecap line uplike this. Start the engine and allow it to warm If the CHECK up. COOLANT LEVELmessage does not appearon the Driver Information Center, coolant at the properfill is level. If - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 246
tiresproperly. If air goes out of will create a dragthat pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip thesteering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake parking brake firmly. 3. Turn off the engine. To control by steering the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 247
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The followingsteps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. The equipment you'll need is in the trunk. Pullthe carpeting from thefloor of the trunk.Turn the center dial on the compact spare cover counterclockwise to remove it. Lift and remove the cover - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 248
Turn the nut holding the jack and wheel wrench counterclockwise and remove it. Then remove the jack and wrench. Lift up the tire to remove it from the trunk. 5-27 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 249
The tools you'll be using include thejack (A) and the wheel wrench (B). There is a center wheel cover on the aluminum wheel. Using the flat end of the wheel wrench, gently the pry wheel cover off. Be careful notto scratch the aluminum wheel edge and don't tryto remove it with your hands. 5-28 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 250
the vehicle slipsoff the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. . . NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage thevehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack.Be sure to fit the jack lift - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 251
vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raisethe vehicle far enough off the ground for'the spare tire to fit under the vehicle. 5. Remove all wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 5-30 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 252
off, causing a serious accident. A CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after atime. The wheel could come off and cause anaccident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where thewheel attaches - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 253
sequence as shown. A CAUTION: 8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack hanale counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even comeoff. This could lead to an accident. Be sure touse the correctwheel - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 254
wheel nuts can leadto brake pulsation and rotor damage. avoid To expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. Don't try to put a wheel vehicle is facing down. The full-size tire will not fit down into thewell. Place it so the front - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 255
Secure the tire with the stud cap that was used to hold the. compact spare in place. Store the cover as far forward as possible. Storing the Spare Tire and Tools I A CAUTION: b I - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 256
instructions label to replace your compact spare intoyour trunk properly. Compact Spare Tire Although the compactspare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, itcan lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure will last longer and be ingood shape in case you need it again. 5-35 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 257
with guide rails. The compact spare can caught on get the rails. That can damage the tire wheel, and and maybe other parts your parts the vehicle can overheat. Thatcould cause an engine compartment fire orother damage. When you're stuck, spin the wheels as little as possible. Don't spin the wheels - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 258
itout: NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If spin the wheels you too fast while shifting , turn your steering wheel left and right.That will clear the area around your front wheels.You should turn your traction control system (See "TractionControl - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 259
NOTES - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 260
with service and fuel information, and then it shows how check important fluid If you want to do someof your own service work, you'll to want to get the proper Cadillac service manual. It tells and lubricant levels. There is technical information also to to its about your vehicle, and a part devoted - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 261
hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. If your vehicle is certified will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control fuels used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty. You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if youtry to do service - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 262
text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn't be covered by your warranty. To provide cleanerair, all gasolines are now required to contain additives that will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system, allowing your emission control system tofunction - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 263
transmitter. If .your vehicle is not equipped with the full console, thenyou must use the transmitter to open the fueldoor. I An alternate fuel door ~ ~ .. . The cap is behind a hinged dooron the driver's side of your vehicle. release is located inside of the trunk on the left hand side. Pull - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 264
the capall the way. Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See "Cleaning the Outside of Your Cadillac" in the Index. Hang the cap inside the fuel door while refueling. To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). 6-5 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 265
clicks. Make sure you fully install the cap. Checking Things Under the Hood I NOTICE: If you need a new cap, be sure get the right to type. Things that burn can on hot engine parts and get start a fire. These include liquids gasoline, like oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 266
Hood Release Pull the lever inside the vehicle to open the hood.It is located on the lowerleft side of the instrumentpanel. Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release which is located above the front grille. Lift up on the release lever as you raise the hood. - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 267
When you open the hood, you'll see: .. . A. Battery Coolant B. Fill Location LocationFill D. Oil E. Engine Location Dipstick Oil E Brake Master Cylinder GDipstick/Fill . Transaxle H. Cleaner Air I. Windshield Washer Fluid C. Power Steering Fluid Before closing the hood, be sure allfiller - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 268
is located behind the radiator on the driver's side of the engine. The black .handle says ENGINE OIL on it. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don't, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. : 2."': A CHECK OIL LEVEL message will - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 269
Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and cleanit with a paper towel or cloth, thenpush it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and checkthe level. When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you'll need to add some oil. But - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 270
the radiator on the passenger's side of the engine. Turn the cap counterclockwise to remove. What Kind of Oil your oilchanged for you, be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines. You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle, - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 271
I RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSIT! GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD F------l6, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE E L vehicle. Engine Oil Additives COLD WEATHER 00 NOT USE SAE 2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED Don't add anything to your oil. Cadillac dealer is - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 272
When to Change Engine Oil Your Cadillac hasan Oil Life Indicator. This feature will let you know when to change your oil and m and filter -- usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 k ) 7,500 miles (12 500 k ) m since your last oil change. Under severe conditions,the indicator may come on before 3,000 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 273
A 1. Disconnect the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor from the base of the cleaner. air . . . The airfilter is located next to the windshield washer fluid reservoir on the driver's side of the engine. Be sure the engine hascooled before following thesesteps to replace the air filter: 2. With - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 274
. 5. Pivot the air cleaner and air duct assembly towards the front of the vehicle. Remove the cover. 6. Take out the air filter and remove anv loose debris that may be found laying in the air cieaner base. 7. Install a new air filter element. See "Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts" in the Index - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 275
to replace the airfilter. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" inthe Maintenance Schedule booklet. I NOTICE: ~ If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will damage it. Always have the air cleaner in place when you're - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 276
can damage your transaxle. Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, startinga fire. Be sureto get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid. In hilly or mountainous terrain. When doing frequent trailer towing. Uses - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 277
it's are colder than 50°F (lO"C), you may have to drive longer. Checking the Fluid Level 0 1 . The black transaxlefluid cap is located next to the Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). With your foot on the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 278
"How to Check." 3. Check both sides will How to Add Fluid display on the Driver Information Center (DIC) when the powertrain computer but do not start the engine. the dipstick. control atthe same time until theTRANS FLUID RESET message appears on the DIC. 5. Replace the air cleaner assembly. 6-19 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 279
water and the proper coolant for your Cadillac will: 0 Give freezing protection aown to -34°F (-37°C). 0 0 0 Give boiling protection up to 265 "F (129 O C ) . Protect against rust and corrosion. Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lights and gages work as they should. 0 What - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 280
~~~~~ ~ NOTICE: If you use an impropercoolant mix, your. engine could overheat andbe badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn'tbe covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 281
fill neck. Usea flashlight as necessary to see into the tank. The surge tank is located nextto the engine block on the passenger's side of the engine. The cooling system when hot isunder a.lot of pressure. If the CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message appears on the DIC, you will need to add coolant. 6-22 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 282
damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows the on cap lineup. ' If the surge tank pressure cap needs to be replaced, a General Motors cap is recommended. Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow of coolant - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 283
noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washerfluid, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle inan area where the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 284
, follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water. completely full. .0 Don't use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer. It can damageyour washer systemand paint. 0 The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located next to the air filter on the driver's sideof the engine. Open the cap - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 285
it the engine. The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. See "Brake System - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 286
off immediately. See "Appearance Care"in the Index. Brake Wear Your Cadillac has four-wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all thetime your - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 287
torque wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM Specifications. Brake linings should alwaysbe replaced as complete axle sets. Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 288
bulb changingprocedure not listed inthis section, contactyour Cadillac dealer servicedepartment. Vehicle Storage If you're not going to drive your vehicle 25 days or for more, take the black, negative cable from the battery. off (-) This will help keep your battery from running down. Halogen Bulbs - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 289
Headlamp .. 2. Turn the headlamp housing socket counterclockwise to unlock the socket from the lamp housing. 1. Lift the cover to gain access. 6-30 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 290
reinstall the headlamphousing socket back into the headlamp assembly. Do not touch the glass portion of the new halogen bulb! The oil from your fingers will shorten the bulb life. 6-31 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 291
Lornermg Lamp 1. Open the hood to gain access to the mounting screw. ~ 2. Remove the screw securing the cornering lamp housing. 3. Gently pull out the cornering lamp assembly. 6-32 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 292
Taillamp 1. Open the trunk to gain access to the taillamp housing. 2. Remove the convenience net.and trim.away to pull access the wing nuts. I 4. Remove the socketby rotating it counterclockwise slightly, then replace the bulb reinstall. and - '4 6-33 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 293
P 3. Remove the three wing nuts. 4. Gently remove the taillamp housing. 5 . Press the bulb housing lever and rotate the housing counterclockwise to remove it. To remove the bulb, push and rotate it counterclockwise. Once you have replaced the burned out bulb, reverse the steps to reassemble the - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 294
Maintenance Replacement Parts" later in this section. To replace the wiper blade assembly: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACCESSORY and turn the wipers on. Position the wiperson the windshield in the "mid" wipe position. Then with the door open, turn the key - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 295
to maintain the recommended be pressure. Tire pressure should checked when your tires are cold. CAUTION: (Continued) -- Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label which is located on the rear edge of the driver's door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 296
overloading 0 Bad wear 0 Bad handling 0 Bad fuel economy. If your tires have much air (overinflation), too you can get the following: Unusualwear. 0 Bad handling Roughride 0 Needless damage from road hazards. Use a mod quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can't tellif your tires are - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 297
your tire rotation. in Rust or dirt a wheel, or on the parts to on which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose off after a time. The wheel could come and cause an accident. When you change wheel, remove a any rust or dirt from places where wheel the attaches to the vehicle. In anemergency - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 298
One way to tell when it's time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or , ride and other thingsduring normal service on your vehicle. If your tires havean all-seasontread design, the TPC number will be followed by an "MS - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 299
Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect tothese Mixing tires could cause to lose control while you grades, they must also conformto Federal safety or driving. If you mix tiresof different sizes types requirements and additional General Motors Tire (radial and bias-belted - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 300
tire isbased on braking (straightahead) Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades A and B represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel cases, you will not need to have your wheels aligned again. However - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 301
rusted or corroded.If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, whichcan sometimes be repaired). See your Cadillac dealer if any these conditions exist. of Your dealer will know the kind of - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 302
and cause an accident. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel. Use tire chains only where legal and only when you the endssecurely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. If you can hear the chains contacting yourvehicle, stop - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 303
space. When you useanything from a container to clean your Cadillac, be sure to follow the manufacturer's warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you're cleaning the inside. Don't use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, thesewill damage your - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 304
at all. Some spots and stains will clean off better withjust water and mild surrounding trim along stitch orwelt lines. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner light pressure and clean cloths (preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the. outside of the stain, "feathering" toward the center - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 305
Problems lightly with solvent-type cleaner. Carefully scrape off excess stain. Follow the solvent-type instructions described earlier. Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will warm water and a clean cloth. Stains caused by catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit 0 Rub with a clean, damp cloth - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 306
gently,so that the speaker won't be damaged. Some spots and will clean off better stains with just waterand mild soap. I something getson light pressure and clean cloths (preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain, "feathering" toward the center. conditions. 6-47 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 307
Bon-AmiPowder@(GM Part No. 1050011). checked on a regular basis and replaced when worn. I A CAUTION: Do not bleachor dye safety belts belts onlywith mild soap and lukewarm water. Glass Glass shouldbe cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM P r No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner at will - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 308
the Index.) Your Cadillac has a "basecoat/clearcoat" paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use %cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Machine compoundingor - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 309
on chrome wheels, but avoid any paintedsurface of the wheel, andbuff off immediately after application. Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged requires sheet metal and repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 310
the paintjob causes this, Cadillac will repair, at no charge to the owner, thesurfaces of new vehicles damagedby this fallout condition within 12 months or control can collect on the underbody. these are not removed, If accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 311
Cleaner and Polish 16 oz. (0.473 L) 10501 73 Removes soil and black marks White Sidewall Tire Cleaner 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050174 Exterior (0.237 L) Armor All Protectorvinyl, Protects leather and rubber Spray on wheel cleaner Wheel Cleaner 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1052929 Attracts and absorbs soils Capture - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 312
from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on theVehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identifyyour engine, specifications and replacement - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 313
your Cadillac, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Cadillac" in the Index. Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motoris powered by a MaxiFuse. If the motor overheats dueto heavy snow, etc.,the wipers wl stop until the motor cools.If the overload is caused il by some electrical problem, be - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 314
the radio or cigarette lighter -- and use its fuse,if it is thecorrect amperage. Replace it as soon as you can. There are three fuse blocks in your vehicle: the engine compartment fuse block,the MaxiFuse relay center and the rear compartment fuse block. r- The fuse block is located next to the air - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 315
un Left Repeater Lamps(Export) Usage IFuse Stoplamp Switch, Centered STOP Trunk Lamp, Courtesy Lamps, Front INT LPS High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL), Vanity Lamps, GloveBox Lamp, Turn Hazard Switch,ABS Controller, Garage Door Opener, Courtesy Stepper MotorCruise Control, Right Lamp Relay and Left Rear - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 316
and Diagnostic Module (SDM) Anti-Lock Brake System/Anti-Slip ABS Regulation-5 (ABS/ASR-5) Controller Rear Ignition-1 Relay, Front Fog IGN 1 Lamp Relay, Rear LampRelay (Export), Controlled Power Back-up Relay, DRL Relay (Domestic Only) Accessory Relay, Wiper Switch, Cluster, Wiper Motor, Wiper Pump - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 317
Fuse, Rear DefogFuse, Heated Mirror Fuse Controlled Power Relay, BODY 3 Controlled Power Back-up Relay Mirror Fuse, Platform Zone Module (PZM) Fuse, Radiophone Fuse, Cluster Fuse, AMP Fuse Comfort Fuse INADVERT Inadvertent Power Relay, Brushless Blower Motor, Interior Lamps Fuse, Cigarette Lighter1 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 318
Position Switch, Crank Fuse, Injector 1 and 2 Fuse, Engine . Control System(ECS) Fuse, PCM Fuse, DIS Fuse, 'Ignition-1Fuse, ACC Fuse Front Ignition-1 Relay, Oxygen IGN 1" Sensor 1 and 2 Fuse, Fuel Fuse, Cruise Fuse BATT 1 Starter Relay, PCM Fuse, AC Compressor Fuse ABS Brake Modulator BRAKES COOL - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 319
SDM, Cluster, Cruise in Stalk, Brake Switch,PZM, Fuel Level Sensor, Catalytic Converter Overtemp Amplifier (Export) SDM COMFORT ~~ SIR RTD RTD IGN 0- BODY PRNDL, Heated Windshielc (Optional), PZM, Cluster, Air Control Module(ACM), Upper and Lower Zone Motor, HVAC Solenoids, ClimateControl Panel - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 320
SEAT L PULL DOWN ELC ANTENNA HDLP WASH Usage Radio Receiver, RadioInterface Module (RIM)(Bose Only), Phone, DAB Relay,Trunk Release Relay, Fuel Door Release Relay, High Beam Relay Steering Wheel Controls, Cluster PZM, Electrochromic Mirror, Rain Sensor (Optional), Accessory Relay Rear Defog Right - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 321
Stop/Tail/Turn Signal ...2057 Headlamps Composite * T r u n k ...561 9005 Inner HighBeam ...*Underhood...561 9006 Outer Low Beam ...* Vanity Mirror ...124 * Illumination Entry Lock ...192 * For service information on thesebulbs, contact your Cadillac dealer service department. 6-62 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 322
Specifications Displacement...279 cubic inches (4 565 cc) Type ...4.6LDOHCV8 VIN Engine Code SLS ...Y STS ...9 Horsepower SLS ...275(bhp)@5600rpm 205 (kW) @ 5600 rpm STS ...300(bhp)@600Orpm 224 (kW)@ 6000 rpm Torque SLS ...300(1b-ft)@4000rp111 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 323
with Filter Change) ...Engine Cooling System ...12.5 quarts FuelTank ...20gallons R-134a Refrigerant ...2.0 lbs. Vehicle Dimensions 111 inches WheelBase ...Length ...204.1inches Height ...54.5 inches 74.2 inches Width ...FrontTread ...60.9 inches Rear Tread ...60.9 inches Wheel Nut Torque ...100 lb - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 324
Fuel Filter Element ...AC Type GF-580 25121468 Engine Oil Filter ...AC Type PF-58 25014377 PCV Valve ...AC Type CV-774C 06487779 Spark Plugs ...AC Type 4 1-900 5614236 Thermostat ...AC Type 131-66 3531407 Windshield Wiper Blade (Pin Type) ...2 2 inches (56.5 cm) Air Filter Element Air Conditioning - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 325
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Text Telephone (TTY) Users Roadside Service Gold Key Courtesy Transportation . 0 0 0 0 BBB Auto Line - Alternative Dispute Resolution Program Reporting SafetyDefects Service and Owner Publications Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and Cadillac. Normally, any concern you - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 329
hasalready been reviewed with the Sales, Service, or Parts Manager, contact the owner of the countries: 1-809-763-13 15 In other overseas locations, call GM North American Export Sales in Canada at without further help, contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center, 24 hours aday, by calling - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 330
windshield.) Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concern We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry prompt attention. However, if you wish to write Cadillac, write to: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac MotorCar Division 30009 Van - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 331
is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac owner withthe advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and, when appropriate, a Cadillac trained dealer technician who will provide on-site service. Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Privileges at "nocharge - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 332
experienced Roadside Service Advisor will assist youand request the following information: 0 0 0 Battery Jump Starting Lock Out Assistance Fuel Delivery Flat Tire Change (Covers change only) 0 0 A description of the problem Name, home address, home telephone number Location of your Cadillac and - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 333
Hearing or Speech Impaired Roadside Service is prepared to assist owners who have hearing difficulties or are speech impaired. Cadillac has installed special telecommunicationdevices called Text Telephone (TTY) in the RoadsideService Center. Any customer who has access to a(TTY) or a conventional - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 334
with transportation alternatives. Gold Key Courtesy Transportation provides shuttle service for same warranty work.Your Cadillac day dealer Cadillac dealer. Courtesy Vehicle Gold Key Courtesy Transportation provides you with transportation if your car requires warranty repairs. Your dealer will - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 335
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. GM Participation inBBB AUTO LINE - Alternative Dispute Resolution Program* *This program may not - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 336
AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time.The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and Cadillac. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will BBB at 1-800-955-5 100 or the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-458-8006. 7-9 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 337
of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you mayeither call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 338
Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 30009 Van Dyke P.O. Box 9025 Warren, MI 48090-9025 In Canada, please callus at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Service - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 339
mayinvolve any number of vehicles. Some willdescribe inexpensive service; others will describe expensive service. Some will advise of new or unexpected conditions, andothers may help avoid future costly repairs. Service bulletins are meant for qualified technicians. In some cases bulletins - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 340
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...3-9 Air Conditioning Refrigerants ...6.64. 6.65 Air Control.Climate Control System ...3.2. 3-6 Alarm.Theft-Deterrent ...2-12 Alignment and Balance. Tire ...6-41 Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ...6-SO Antenna.Power ...3-36 Antifreeze ...6-20 Anti-Lock Brakes ...4-6 Brake System Warning Light ...2.69 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 343
Auto Line ...7-8 Better Business Bureau Mediation ...7-8 Brake 6-28 Adjustment ...Fluid ...6-26 6-26 Master Cylinder ...Parking ...2-24 PedalTravel ...6-28 Replacing System Parts ...6-28 System Warning Light ...2-67 Trailer ...4-35 Transaxle Shift Interlock ...2-28 Wear ...6-27 Brake Vacuum Problem - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 344
. . Speakercovers ...6-47 Special Problems ...6-46 Stains ...6-46 Tires ...6-50 Vinyl ...6-46 Wheels ...6-50 Windshield and Wiper Blades ...6-48 Clock. Setting the ...3-14 Comfort Controls ...3- 1 Comfort Controls. Steering Wheel Touch Control ...3-14 Compact Disc Care ...3-35 Compact Disc Player - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 345
/Metric Button ...2-77, 2-80 Ethanol ...6-3 Exhaust, Engine ...2-29 Express-Down Window ...2-31 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver...2-44 Fabric Cleaning ...6-45 Fan Control. Climate Control System ...3.2. 5 3. Filling Your Tank ...6-4 Filter. Air ...6-14 Finish Care ...6-49 Finish Damage ...6-51 First - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 346
Horn ...2-32 Hydraulic Brake Warning Lights ...2-67 Hydroplaning ...4-19 Ignition Positions ...2-15 Illuminated Entry ...2-44 Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors ...2-55 Inadvertent Power Battery Saver ...2-45 Inflation. Tire ...6-36 InstrumentPanel ...2-60 Brightness Control ...2-44 6-47 Cleaning - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 347
Lighter ...Lights . Air Bag Readiness ...1-21, 2-66 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...2-69, 4-6 2-67 Brake System Warning ...Charging System ...2-67 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning ...2-71 Oil Pressure ...2-74 2-68 Parking Brake Indicator ...Safety Belt Reminder ...1-7, 2-66 Service Engine Soon - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 348
Power Seat ...1-1 Lumbar Controls ...1-2 1-3 Memory Function ...1-26 Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts ...Problems on the Road ...5-1 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-4 Publications, Service and Owner ...7-11 2-11 Pull-Down Feature. Automatic ...Radio Reception ...3-34 Radios ...3.15.3.18. 3.26 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 349
Power Message ...2-83 Refrigerants, Air Conditioning ...6-64, 6-65 Remote Fuel Door Release ...6-4 Remove Key Message ...2-83 Replacement Bulbs ...6-62 . 6-65 Parts ...Wheel ...6-42 Replacing Safety Belts ...1-44 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-10, 7-11 Restraints Checking ...1-44 Child ...1-34 Head - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 350
Engine Soon Light ...2-71 Fuel System Message ...2-84 Idle Control System Message ...2-84 Ignition System Message ...2-84 Manuals ...7-12 Parts Identification Label ...6-53 Publications. Ordering ...7- 11 2-84 Ride Control Message ...Transmission Message ...2-84 Work. Doing Your Own ...6-1 Service - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 351
Surge Tank Pressure Cap ...6-23 ...Symbols.Vehicle ...x111 Tachometer ...2-64 Taillamp Bulb Replacement ...6-33 Tape Player Care ...3-35 Telephone.Cellular ...2-55 Temperature Control. Climate Control System ...3.2. 6 3. Temperature Control. Passenger ...3-9 Theft ...2-11 Theft System Problem/CarMay - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 352
Brakes 3.22. 3.30 Mounted CD Changer ...OpenMessage ...2-86 57 Vehicle Control ...4-5 Compressor Off Message ...2-86 Visors. Sun ...2-54 w a r n i n g Devices ...5-3 Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators ...2-65 6-24 Washer Fluid. Windshield ...Washing Your Vehicle ...6-49 Weatherstrips ...6-48 Wheel - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 353
WindshieldWasher ...2-36 2-36. 6-24 Fluid ... Windshield Wiper ...2-34 Blade Replacement ...6-35 Fuses ...6-54 Winter Driving ...4-25 Wiring, Headlamp ...6-54 Wood Panels, Care ...6-47 WreckerTowing ...5-8 Wrench. Wheel ...5-28 8-12 - 1996 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 354
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