1997 Cadillac Seville Owner's Manual
1997 Cadillac Seville Manual
1997 Cadillac Seville manual content summary:
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'? REPRODUCTION - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 2
the Road This section tells what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. 6- 1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your Cadillac running properly a 1 ~ loolting good. 1 7-3 Customer Assistance Information This section - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 3
Motors of Canada Limited" for Cadillac Motor Car Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your Cadillac. so it will be there if you ever need it when you're on the road. If you scll the vehicle, please leave this manual i n it so the new owner can use it. WE SUPPORT - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 4
world: it also becomes a target for the shafts of the envious aPr:lne - if he achieve a masterpiece. it will set a million tongues few. ¶If his work be merely mediocre. he w i l l hc lefr s e v first must perpetually live in the white light of publicity. (Cadillac Motor Car Co. Detroit, Mich.) iii - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 5
Henry M. Leland, f founder o Cudillac, stands beside the 1905 ccOsceola" which was builtto evaluate the feasibility o a f closed bodiedcur. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 6
electric lighting and ignition system on 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 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 7
as "Standard of the World." In 1909 Cadillac was purchased by the then new General Motors Corporation. Convenience, cleanliness and all-weather comfort were greatly enhanced in 1910 when Cadillac became the first manufacturer to offer closed bodies as standard equipment. "The Penalty of Leadership - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 8
World War 11, shortly after Pearl Harbor, Cadillac discontinued car prgduction 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 transnlissions were used in each M5AI and M24 tanks. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 9
the world of motor cars. And even its new performance - smcioth. quiet and effortless - might besummarized as "elegance you in motion.'' Once have seen and driven it for yourself, we think you will that the word is agree "elegance" - and that the car is Cadillac! CADLLAC MOTOR CAR Dn'iSION. GENERAL - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 10
472 cu. in. V8 engine used in all Cadillacs in I568 and 1965 was enlarged to SO0 cu. in. for all 1970 through 1976 Eldorados. The Track Master conlputerized skid control braking system option debuted on 1970 Eldorados. A driver and passenger Air Cushion Restraint system (air bag) was available on - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 11
of the art system includes the 32 valve. dual overhead camshaft, Northstar 4.6 liter VX engine. 47'80-E electronically controlled automatic transaxle. road sensing suspension. speed sensitive steering, anti-lock brakes and traction control. For inore than nine decades Cadillac has been a leader - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 12
If you do this. it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you'll find that pictures manual. It's an alphabetical list of what's in the manual, and the page number where you'll find it. s s You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 13
times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to doto help avoid the damage. I These mean there is something that could damage your You'll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 14
n DOOR LOCK UNLOCK - FUSE -%- LIGHTER t m k7 z x ,\I/, FASTEN SEAT BELTS .;$- WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER BRAKE ( ) 0 HORN COOLANT a w, ( ) @ SPEAKER b p3 SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BATTERY ENGINE OIL PRESSURE FUEL AIR BAG e/ ; f!!\ FOG LAMPS #0 VENTILATING FAN ANTI-LOCK BRAKES - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 15
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Supplemental Inflatable 1-21 Restraint (SIR) System 1-2 1-6 1-11 ' 1-27 Seat RearPassengers 1-30 Passenger Center Position Children 1-31 1-33 Child Restraints 1-40Children Larger 1-43 Belt SafetyExtender 1-43 Checking Restraint Your Systems 1-43 Replackg Restraint System Parts After a Crash - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 17
, slide the controlin the direction of the center arrow. The lumbar control is located on the outboard side of each front seat. It provides additional support to your lower back and it works independently of the other seat controls. Use the power seat control first to get the proper position. Then - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 18
and wantto stop seat or mirror movement, press one of the manual seat or mirror control buttons.This cancels a memory recall. You can also recall a exit position. Automatic seat and mirror movement will occur if the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitteris used to enter the vehicle. The number on - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 19
The control is located in the center console. Move the switch to LO or HI to turn on the heating elements in the seat. The LO setting warms the seatback and cushion until the seat A telltale light in the control reminds you that the heating system is in use. The heated seats can only be used when - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 20
vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can't their job when do you're reclinedlike this. The shoulder belt can't do its job because it won't be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crashyou could go into it, receiving neckor - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 21
he she can't wear or a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you're not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse.You fasten your safety belt, and check that your passengers' belts are fastened properly too. This part ofthe manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 22
a safety beltproperly. In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here's why: They \,vork. You never know if you'll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don't know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild,and some crashes can be so - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 23
When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. I Put someone on it. Take the simplestvehicle. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 24
I i 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 ... - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 25
or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop overmore distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That's why safety belts make such good sense. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 26
things beyond your control, such as 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 work \;lid7 safety belts -- not instead of them. Every air bag system ever offered for sale required the use of has safety belts - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 27
and babies.If a child will be riding your in Cadillac, see the part of this manual called "Children." Follow those rules for everyone's protection. First, you'll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has. We'll start with the driver position. This part describes the driver's restraint - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 28
If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries.The shoulder belt shouldgo over the shoulder and across the chest. These of the parts body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stopor - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 29
you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. To move it down, squeeze the release handle and move the height adjuster to the desired - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 30
.If you don't, the adjustment feature won't set, and you'll have to start again. 5 . Now you can add a small amount of slack. Lean forward belt out as you did beforeand start again. If you move around in the vehicle enough, or if you pull out the shoulder belt, the belt become tight again. If will - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 31
A CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt shouldfit against your body. Don't allow more than1 inch (25 mm) of slack. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won't give nearly as - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 32
" I T--? You can be seriously injured your belt is if buckled i n the wrong place like this.I n a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen.The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could causeserious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. - 1997 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. In a crash, your body would movetoo far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would applytoo much forceto the ribs, which aren't as strong as shoulder bones - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 34
's wrong with this? A CAUTION: ~~ You can be seriously injuredby a twisted belt.In a crash, you wouldn't have the full width the of belt:to spread impact forces. a belt is twisted, If make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the body. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 35
out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. A pregnant w01nan should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 36
. When the lap portion of the belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. -- This part explainsthe Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system or air bag system. Your Cadillac has two air bags -- one air bag for the driver and another - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 37
. To read how, see the part this manual of called "Children" and the caution labelon the right front passenger's safety belt. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" in the Index for more - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 38
s The right front passenger's air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. Where are the air bags? The driver's a r bag is in the middleof the steering wheel. i 3 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 39
impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. The inflator, air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 40
opening a window or door. Your vehicle has a feature that will automatically unlock the doors and turn the interior lamps on when the air bags inflate (if battery power is available). You can lock the doors again and tun: the interior lamps off by using the door lock and interior lamp controls. In - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 41
you in another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts. Theservice nmnual for your vehicle covers theneed to replace other parts. g YOW A i r Air bags affect how your Cadillac should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 42
the vehicle who are wearing safety belts. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don't let it get twisted. The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here's how to wear one properly. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 43
the latch plate to make sure it is secure. 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. If the belt is not long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at the end of this section.Make sure the release button on - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 44
; would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. Theshoulder belt should go over the shoulder and acrossthe chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 45
When you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt,which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 46
shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle. position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn't long enough. see "Safety Belt Extender" at the end of this sectioll;. Make sure the release button on the buckle is posiitiolx2 ...so - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 47
CAUTION: (Continued) heavy you can't hold it.For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h),a 12-1b. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-1b. (110 kg)force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 48
in your vehicle -- even when no child is in it. Then follow the instructions for restraint. You may the find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints the.belt system in use your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 49
you. In Canada, this work will be done for you free of charge. Or, you may install the anchor yourself using the instructions provided in the kit. If your child restraint has top strap, it should anchored.If a be you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Cadillac dealer to put it in - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 50
the lap andshoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button 1s positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you eves had to. Tilt the latch - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 51
Position You'll be using the lap belt. See the earlier part about the top strapif the child restraint has one. 5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down all the way. The safety belt will move freelyagain and be ready to work €or an adult or larger child passenger. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 52
place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice about how to attach the child restraint properly. 4 4. Run the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. %-3'/ m- - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 53
just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt. It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. You'll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap the child restraint has one. if 1. Because your vehicle has a right frontpassenger air bag, always move the seat - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 54
5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able tounbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 6. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set lock. the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 55
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 child restraints should wear the vehicle's safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 56
are saferthey if are restrainedin the rear seat. But need to use the they safety beltsproperly. e Children who aren't buckled up center of the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder still is on the child's belt shoulder, so that in a crash thechild's upper body would have the restraint that belts - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 57
: Never do this. Here a child issitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt inthis way, in a crash the child mightslide under the belt. The belt's force would then beapplied right on the child's abdomen. That could cause - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 58
nay mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn't being used at the time of the collision. If an. air bag inflates.you'll need to replace air bag system parts. See the part on the air bag system earlier in - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 59
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33 I Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Trunk Theft Theft-Deterrent System PASS-Key@I1 New Vehicle "Break-In'' Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) Shifting Outof PARK (P) Parking Over Things - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 63
in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badlyinjured or even killed, They couldoperate power windowsor other controls or even make the vehicle move.If they turned the ignition to ON and moved the shift lever out of PARK (P), that would releasethe - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 64
you lose your keys, you will be able to have new ones made using the plug or bar code tag. NOTICE: The oval key is for the doors and all other locks. ' Your Cadillac lias a number of new features that can help prevent theft. You can havea lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 65
. Wear safety belts properly, lock your doors and you will befar better off whenever you drive your vehicle. -- -- Slide the manual lock>leverdown to off the alarm. Your vehicle will have this feature if it is equipped with the optional theft-deterrent system. When unlocking either front door - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 66
not in PARK (Pj. have that person use the manual or power lock. When the door is closed again, it will not lock automatically. Use the manual or power lock to lock the door again. If you need to lock the doors before shifting use out of PARK (P), the manual or power lock button to lock the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 67
. The automatic door locking system has been disabled and no other doorlockmessageswillbedisplayed. REMOTE FLASH LIGHTS, which is the next available personalization feature to display. will appear next.See "Remote Confirmation" in the Index for more infolmation. Your Cadillac is equipped with rear - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 68
Leaving your key in any ignition positionwith any door open will disable theuse of the power door lock switches. The anti-lockout feature disabled when the is ignition is on.If you close the doors, you can lock them using the RKE system. Itis always recornmended that you remove the ignitionkey when - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 69
the parking lamps will not flash. For more information, see "Remote Confirmation" later in this section.) This also arms optional the theft-deterrent system when the ignition is off. e Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the instructions that follow. Check the distance. You - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 70
the fuel door. The RKE transmitter can alsobe used to recall the memory seats for up to work. Replacing the battery and pressing the transmitter buttons 10 or more times out of range will also cause for approximately three seconds. Seeyour Cadillac dealer for service if your transmitter still doesn't - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 71
using the RKE transmitterto unlock your vehicle. If exterior lighting is selected, the parking lamps. taillamps, sidemarker lamps. license plate lamps, low-beam headlamps, etc. will , REMOTE RECALL MEMORY will be the fourth on personalization feature to display the DIC system. Memory settings that - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 72
is lost or stolen. a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched to it. Under normal use, the battery i n your remote keyless entry - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 73
cooling system to its highest speed withthe setting on AUTO or ECON and the temperature between 65°F (HOC) and 85°F (29°C). That will force outside air into your vehicle. See "Comfort Controls" inthe Index. If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all way. the See "Engine - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 74
To use this feature, your vehicle must be in PARK (P). Press the TRUNK release button located above the radio on the full console, then press the trunk button on the RKE transmitter. ;FARE If equipped, the optional trunk storage system can be used to organize many different items inside the trunk. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 75
and then remove the retainer (turn the retainer counterclockwise to remove it). 4. Replace the access panel and remove the storage system. of the storage system. The access panel should unsnap by hand. 5 . Center the storage system access hole over the area where the spare tire is secured by the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 76
CAUTION: Your car has an automatic pull-down feature that helps close the B. Lever If for some reasonthe trunk lid (A) will not close, it may be because the trunk pull-down unit was accidentally bumped. Even though the trunk lid remains open, the motor from the pull-down unit has already cycled down - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 77
closeall windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. SECURITY If the ignition is off and any door is open,the SECURITY light will flash. reminding you to activate the system (the light will also flashif the battery - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 78
the RKE transmitter disables the theft-detell-ent system.j Unlocking a door any other way will activate the 3. Reach in and unlock the door using the manual lock and open the door. The horn will sound and the headlamps will flash. If the alarm does not sound when it should, check to see if the horn - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 79
key resistor matchesthe code stored in the vehicle system, the vehicle's fuel and starting systems will be enabled. If an incorrect key is used, the vehicle's fuel and starting systemsare disabled for three minutes. Additional attempts during this lockout period will not start the car, even with the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 80
engine does not start the "STARTING and DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM, REMOVE IGNITION KEY" message is displayed in the Driver Information Center,your key should be checked for damage. Startingmay be attempted with an undamaged key immediately. See your Cadillac dealer or a locksmith fur key service - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 81
works, then your vehicle needs service. A E With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to fivediHerent 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 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 82
is stopped. I . 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 Windows Astroroof Power to these accessories stops after minutes or 10 if any door is opened. you want - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 83
. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change theway the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer.you don't, If not your engine might perform properly. If you ever haveto have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manual that tells how to do - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 84
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 (- 18" C) or colder, the engine coolant heater canhelp. You'll get easier startingand better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 85
contact your Cadillac deafer in the area where you'll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can giveyou the best advice for that particular area. P R N 0 3 2 1 Console Shifter Column Shifter PARK (P): This locks the front wheels. It's the best position to use when you start the engine because - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 86
a Trailer" a in the Index. cnsure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your Cadillac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully q p h your regular brakes befory you can shift f'ron? PARK (P) when the ignition key is i n the RLTN position. I!'you - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 87
PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn't covered by your warranty. If your vehicle seemsto start up rather slowly, or if it doesn system sensor. If you drive very far thatway, your vehicle can be damaged. So if this happens, have your vehicle servicedright away. Until then, you can use - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 88
examples for using THIRD(3j instead of OVERDRIVE (@) j: 0 0 FIRST (1): This position givesyou even more power than SECOND ( 2 ) .You can use it on can use SECOND ( 2 ) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 89
the parking brake on. the PARK BRAKE indicator light comes on and stays on. See 'bParking Brake Indicator Light"in the Index for more information. When you move out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), if the engine is running, the parking brake should release. If it doesn't. you can manually release the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 90
. If you're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause You your rear brakes to overheat. may have to replace them andyou could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill, see Towing - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 91
your right hot. 2. Move the shift lever into the PARK (P) position like this: 0 Move the lever up as far as it will go. 1. With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down, set the parking bralte. 2 . Move the ignition key to LOCK. e Pull the lever tov~ard you. 3. Remove the key - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 92
your vehicle. 4. With your right foot still holding the brake pedal down, set the garlung brake. 5 . Move, the ignition key to LOCK. If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you've - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 93
of PARI' (P). Your Cadillac has a Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSIj. You have to fully apply your regular brakes bqfim you can shift oft the RAP feature. 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 pear you - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 94
you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle: Drive it only with all the windows downto blow out any CO; and Have your vehicle fixed immediately. I A CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 95
the enginewith the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under "Engine Exhaust"). Also, idling in brake firmly set. Your vehiclecan roll. Don't leave your vehicle when the engine is running unlessyou have to. If you've left the engine - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 96
Your vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP). When you stop your vehicle and turn the ignition key to OFF, you can still use your power windows. The electrical power to operate the windows will not shut off until you open a door or I O minutes have passed. If you want this power for another I O - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 97
Pressing the button down will disable the rear passenger window controls. Thisis a useful feature if you have children as passengers. Press the button again to allow your passengers to reuse their window controls. The horn can be sounded by pressing on the center of the steering wheel pad. Hoid - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 98
lower the lever until the m-ow startsto flash to signal a lane change. Hold it there until the lane change is complete. The lever returns when it's released. If the turn signal. isleft on, awarning chime will sound and the DIC will display TURN SIGNAL ON (after driving about a mile) toremind you to - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 99
use. When you do: @ If the headlamps are either off or in the DRL mode, the high-beam headlamps will off. If the headlamps are on low beam, they will shift to high beam and stay there. Pull the WIPER: Turn the band on the turn signal lever to control the wipers. MIST Turn the band toward you and then - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 100
wiper motor. A circuit breaker will stop the motor until used to automatically operatethe wipers by monitoring the amount of moisture that is on the windshield. The Rainsense system can be activated by turning the wiper stalk to one of the five sensitivity levels within the AUTO DELAY area. The AUTO - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 101
washer until use the car wash to avoid damage. It is important to note that the Rainsense wiping feature (AUTO DELAY) can be overridden at any time by ~nanually changing the wiper control will be displayed 011 the DIC when the washer fluid reaches a low level. Note that if you ever need to replace - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 102
off when you apply your brakes If your vehicle i s in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. (See "Traction Control System" in the Index.) When road conditions allow ~ C X I to safely use it again. you may turn - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 103
You could be startledand even lose control. Keep off the cruise control switch until you want to use it. d 3. Press the SET CRUISE button at the end of the lever and release it. The CRUISE ENGAGED message will display on the DIC. 1. Move the cruise control switch to ON. 4. Remove your foot'from - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 104
Setting the cruise control a desired speed and then at applying the brake will end the cruise function. Once you're going about 25 mph (40 k d h ) or more, vou can move the cruise Lontrol switch from ON to R/A (Resume/Accelerate) for abouthalf a second t o reset. This returnsyou to your desired - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 105
speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, yourvehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. There are two ways to end cruise control: 0 0 Step lightly on the brake pedal. Move the CRUISE switch to OFF. The cruise control set speed memory is erased when you turn off the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 106
controls these lamp systems: 1 knob out to the first stop to turn on Pull the lamp control the parking and taillamps, sidemarkerlamps and instrument panel lights. Pull the knob out all the way to turn on theheadlamps. Push the control switch is turned off. the wiper activated headlamps will immediately - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 107
and the high-beax headlmps at reduced brightness will take ovc- for the DRL. You will hear a warning chime if you open any door while leaving the lamps on, if the manual headlamp control is activated. An exception to this is when you're using twilight sentinel. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 108
Use the fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. When you press the fog lamp button, a small indicator light will tell you that the fog lamps and the park.ing lamps are on. Press the button again to turn them off. The control is next to the headlamp knob. It automatically - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 109
various conditions: Outside Light ...Dark Outside Twilight Switch On Twilight Switch Off Domestic & Canadian Domestic Canadian t Park and Low Beams (Automatic) NO Lamps or MessageDRL** DRL and Manual Park Lamps** Manual Park LamDs Manual Park and Fog Lamps Manual Park, Fog and DRL** Manual Park - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 110
center of the front defogger grille, you If cover the sensor. it will read "dark" and the lamps will come on. Cluster lighting as well as instrument panel lighting automatically dims when it becomes dark outside. When it's dark. the brightness control can be manually acljustecl. Cluster lighting - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 111
turns on courtesy the lamps and the backlighting to the door switches and to the lamp controlknob when a door isopened or if you press a R E transmitter button. Sincethe illuminated entry system has a photocell, this means that it must be dark outside in order for the courtesy lamps or backlighting - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 112
is turned out of LOCK. The system will "wake-up" when the door key is inserted into the door, however, your vehicle will remain in the storage mode. The ignition must be out of LOCK before the battery E Ouard is disabled. This feature is for long term use and must be programmed through the DIC - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 113
mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you. A photocell on the back of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside. Another photocell built intothe mirror surface senses when headlamps are behind you. At night, when the glare is too high,the mirror will gradually - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 114
the mirror as you back up. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 115
you drive under lights and through traffic. The reverse mode is another importantfeature of the automatic mirror. When the shift lever is placed in REVERSE (R). the mirror changes to the day you are traveling. Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the front and rear photoceils thatmake the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 116
control to C/M. 2. Turn the vehicle ignition switch on. The letter C should be displayed in the mirror compasswindow. If not, hold the CAL switch (on the bottom of the mirror) for more than 10 seconds, and the letter C will appear. To hold in the CAL switch , follow these instructions to set the variance - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 117
mirror located housing. Your Cadillac has an electric mirror control on the driver's door armrest. 3. Press the CAL switch until the number for the new zone entry is displayed. Once the desired zone number is displayed, stop pressing the CAL switch and the display will show compass direction within - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 118
driver's side outside mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you. This feature is controlled by the on and off right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirroror glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. Your passenger's side mirror is convex. A convex - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 119
astroroof. To gain access to this compartment, which is located directlyabove the inside rearview mirror in the headliner, push up and the storage area will open. Your vehicle is equipped with either the mini console, if you have the column shifter, or the optional full front console with shift - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 120
a storage compartment for CDs or tapes and a dual cupholder that unfolds for use. The full console includes a storage compartment for CDs or tapes and an can help keep them fron.1 falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. The net is not for larger, heavier loads. Store them in - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 121
console, press on the cover, which is located below the climate control system, to reveal the front ashtray. To clean this ashtray, lift it out by gripping the sides. If you don't have a center console, pull the tray out to reveal the ashtray. The tray is located beneath the radio. To clean this - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 122
mobile or portable hand-held system are a available. Eithersystem has steering wheel telephone DIC. controls and information output through the Voice activation and hands-free operation are standard features. For more information, contact Cadillac your dealer. A user's guide is provided with the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 123
above each rear door can be used when getting out of your vehicle. Emergency Services Button Remote Door Unlock Theft Detection/Notification and S tolen-Vehicle Tracking Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment ConciergeKustorner Convenience Services For your convenience, agarment h o o k is - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 124
The express-open astroroof provides an airy, spacious feel to your vehicle's interior and can also increase ventilation. It includes a sliding glass panel and a sliding sunshade. The control switch o n l y works when the ignition is on or when the RAP is acti\'c. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 125
transmitters. It will operate garagedoors and gates, or with the accessory package, other devices controlled by radio frequency such as home/office lighting systems. Changes or modification to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization use to this equipment - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 126
light starts to flashrapidly. If you have trouble programming the universal transmitter. make sure that you have followed the directions exactly as described and that the battery cannot program the transmitter after repeated attempts. consult your Cadillac dealer. Be sure to keep the original hand- - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 127
system. A rolling code system changes the code of the garage dooropener every time you open or closethe garage door. Press and hold the appropriate button on the universal transmitter. The red light comes on while the signalis being transmitted. Note that the universal transmitter is disabled when - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 128
recognize the universal transmitter. You may either use the Universal transmitter or the hand-held transmitter to open the garage door. If after following these instructions you still have problems training the garage door opener. consult your Cadillac dealer. 2. Locate the training button on - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 129
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's Side Air Bag 10. Lamp Controls 1 I . HVAC Steering Wheel Controls (.orCellular Telephone Controls., If Equipped) 12. Hood Release 13. Horn 14. Audio Steering Wheel Controls 15. Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter 2. Turn Signal,/Multifi~nctioln Lever 3. Driver Information Center Control Buttons - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 131
United States versionshown, Canadian similar - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 132
United States version shown, Canadiansimilar - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 133
has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). You may wonder what happens if a vehicle has to have a new odometer installed. The new one may read the information on resetting these. buttons. see "Digital or Analog Control Buttons" later in this section. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 134
your vehicle from exceeding speeds that the tires are not ratedfor. When this happens, the engine's fuel supply is shut off. When the vehicle speed slows, the fuel supply will come on again. I I ENG I I l-,---Digital Cluster For analog clusters, press INFO button until the ENGLISH - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 135
cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 136
is an eicctrical p r o b l m . The system check includes the air- hag scnsorh. thc a i r hug modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and tli;tylostic module. For more information on tht. a i r bag s!.>tcm. see "Air Bag" in the Index. This light n * i I l come on whcn you start your engine, and it - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 137
be ready to warn you if there's a problem. 4 When you turn the key to RUN, this light will come on briefly to show that your generatorand battery charging systems are working. BRAKE If this light stays on, you need service and you should take your Cadillac to the dealer at once. To save your - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 138
've pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. ___ ~ ~ When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when 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 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 139
ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you're driving,your Cadillac needs service. If the regular brakesystem warning light isn't on, you still have brakes, but you don't have anti-lock brakes. If the regular brakesystem - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 140
has overheated. You should stopthe car and turn the engine off as soon as possible. A warning chime should also soundif this light comes on. 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 explains what to do. See - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 141
the engine is toohot. SERVICE ENGINE SOON Your Cadillac is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. __ Analog Cluster That reading means the same thing as the warning light -- the engine coolant has overheated. The section "Problems on - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 142
been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service is required. 0 Light On Steady -- An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 143
? As your engine starts to out of fuel, your engine may run not run as efficiently 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 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 144
can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could beburned. Check your oii as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. PREMIUM UNLEADED FUEL ONLY I NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costlyand is not covered by your warranty. Digital Cluster Analog - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 145
1.4 L), the E will display and the FUEL LEVEL LOW message will appear on the DIC. (On the analog fuel gage, the FUEL LEVEL LOW message will also appear.) When fuel data can be obtained by pressing the INFO button. See "Analog Control Buttons" later in this section. The fuel data panel tells you all - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 146
used. When the INST button (Instantaneous Fuel Economy)is selected. you will until both the fuel data center and DIC display reads0.0. not know what driving conditions will be like for the Lighting (at Unlock) Remote Recall Memory (for RKE or Key in the Ignition) Battery Guard Storage Climate Control - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 147
this button. The same button also changes other readings (like temperature, fuel and odometer). TRIP SET By using this button. you can tcll how ). DISPLAY ON/OFF: Pressing this button will turn off the DIC, Electronic Climate Control (ECC). fuel data center, the fuel gage. trip odometer-and - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 148
displayed, a MONITORED SYSTEMS OK message will appear. OIL LIFE LEFT (Reset1: Press the I %FORMATION button to display thc OIL LIFE LEFT. then press and hold the RESET button until 1 0 0 5 O I L LIFE LEFT is displayed. (This o n l y needs t o be reset after you have had the oil changed. ) MPG AVG - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 149
start timing where it left off when you last stopped. To reset it, press and hold the lNFO RESET button until the display reads TIMER0O:OO:OO. Press the INFO button to exit from the TIMER function. INFO RESET Pressing this button will reset the MPG AVG, GAL FUEL USED, AVG MPH, TIMER, OIL - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 150
conditioned air is not deljvered. If the coolant temperature returns to normal, you must select AC to return to a normal A/C compressor operation. If this message continues to appear, have the system repaired as soon as possible to avoid compressor damage. APPLY BRAKE TO SHIFT 46: This message will - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 151
message appears. Your vehicle may lose power brakes but you will still have the use of manual brakes. The power brakes will not 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 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 152
. If the brake warning light is on, follow the directionsin that part. CHECK COOLANT LEVEL 02: This message will appear when there is alow level of engine coolant. Have the cooling system serviced by a Cadillac technicianas soon as possible. CHECK FUEL GAGE 39: This message will appear when the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 153
in the tank is critically low. Stop for fuel soon. - PCM FAULT 110: The circuit in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) has shorted oris 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 wheel - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 154
in the RUN position. Have the brake system serviced by a Cadillac technician as soon as possible. If the brake warning light is on. refer to the directions listed that part. in SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM 102: This message will display when a problem with the charging system has been detected. Have your - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 155
problem, so you should see your Cadillac dealer for service. STARTING DISABLED DUE THEFT SYSTEM TO REMOVE IGNITIONKEY 33: This message will appear when the Personalized Automotive Security System (PASS-Key 11) senses that an improper ignition key is being used to try to start the vehicle. Check the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 156
I1 system is disabled and is not protecring the vehicle. The vehicle usually restarts. however, you may want to take your vehicle to a proper service center before turningoff the engine. TOP SPEED FUEL CUT-OFF 111: This message will appear when the PCM senses that the maximum speed for your Cadillac - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 157
to cause damage to the air conditioning compressor.To avoid damage. the air conditioningcompressor automatically turns off and the Electronic Climate Control will automatically switch from AUTO to ECON and remain there. Have the air conditioning system serviced if this message appears. - The - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 158
the Cadillac Maintenance Schedule booklet. If you see CHECK OIL LEVEL, it means that you have less than 10 percent of the oil life left and you should consider changing your engine oil. If you see CHANGE ENGINE OIL. it means the oil life is gone and you should change the oil right away. The system - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 159
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Disc Pl;~yc.~- Digital with Signal Processing Trunk Mounted CD Changer Radio Personalization Theft-Deterrent Feature Audio Steering Wheel Controls Understanding Radio Reception Tips About Your Audio System Care of Your Cassette Tape Player Care of Your Compact Discs Power Antenna Mast Care 3-:1 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 161
how to make your air system work for you. Your Electronic Climate Control (ECC) system uses ozone-friendly R- 134a refrigerant. With the ECC system. you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your Cadillac. Your vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system described later in this - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 162
the engine 1s first started after a short trip. In order to ensure proper automatic climate control operation, outside air the temperature display may not update as quickly as expected. This isto allow the air surrounding the outside temperature sensorto be as close to the actual outside conditions - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 163
up, the blower fan speed will gradually increase and air will flow from the heater outlets, with someairflow 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 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 164
buttonwith the fan symbol on it until AUTO is displayed on the screen. At this setting. the Fdn speed is autonratically controlled. If it is cold outside. the blower may notrun in the maximum high fan speed right away.The system checks the temperature of the engine coolantto assure it is warm enough - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 165
when you are trying to cool the air quickly or limitodors entering yourvehicle. In the AUTO mode, the system will use recirculation as necessary to cool the air. Pressing therecirculation button will change the operation to a manual mode and the air will recirculate non-stop. Press this button again - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 166
. Also while in the AUTO mode, the system will use recirculation as necessary to cool the air. You may also need to adjust the interior temperature and the fan speed as needed. When the air conditioner is on, you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle's engine speed and power. This - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 167
direct the airflow. Use DEFROST to remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in extremely humid or cold conditions. Press the DEFROST button. If you select DEFROST, adjust the fan speed by pressing the fan button up or down. If you select DEFROST from AUTO, the system will control the fan speed - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 168
. With it, the rear window and both outside rearview mirrors are heated. Some heating and cooling controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. Other touch controls operatesome audio controls. See"Audio Steering Wheel Controls" later in this section. The system will automatically shut off after - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 169
if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all its controls, to be sure you're getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it. For information on the compact disc player, see "Trunk Mounted GD Changer" later in this section. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 170
on. Press the knob again to turn the system off. To increase volume, turn the knob clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. The volume level will appear on the display. SCAN: Press this button and SCAN will appear on the display. Use SCAN to listen tostations for a few few seconds - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 171
use the VOL, FADE, BAL, BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio. Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted. The display will not be used in the player. Try a new tape to be sure your player is working properly. The cassette tape is broken. (Check to see if - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 172
while the tape advances and FF will appear on the display. You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to another radio station while i n F mode. F SOURCE: Press thisbutton to switch from radio to cassette tape play. If no cassette tape is in the tape player, CASS appearson the display and then - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 173
in the seek mode. SCAN: Press this button and SCAN will appear on the display. Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds. The radiowill go to a station, stop for a few For information on the compact disc player, see "Trunk Mounted CD Changer" later in this section. seconds, then go on to the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 174
playing as soon as it is inserted. While the tape is playing, use the VOL, FADE. BAL, BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio. Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted. The display will show TAPE with an arrow to indicate which side of the tape is - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 175
cassette tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player. Try a new tape tobe sure your player is working properly. The cassette tape is broken. (Check to see if your tape is broken. Try a new tape.) 0 SCAN: Press this button. SCAN will appear on the display until the next selection is - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 176
Licensing Corporation. For information on the compact disc player, see "Trunk Mounted CD Changer" laterin this section. PWRNOL: Press this knob lightly to release it fromits stored position. The system will on. Press the knob turn again to turn the system off. To increase volunle, turn the knob - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 177
stop at the preset station. Settirag the Torre SCAN: Press this button and SCAN will appear on the display. Use SCAN to listen to stations fora few seconds. The radio will go to a station, stop fora few seconds, then go on to the next station. Press this button again to stop scanning. PUSHBUTTONS - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 178
DRIVER SEAT, LIVE and AUDITORIUM. DSP can be used while listening to the radio, the cassette tape player or the CD player. To activate DSP, press the DSP button. position balances the sound between the speakers. FADE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob clockwise to adjust the sound - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 179
begin playing as soon as it isinserted. While the tape is playing, use the VOL, FADE, BAL, BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio. Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted. Thedisplay will show TAPE with an arrow to indicate which side of the tape is playing - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 180
driving could damage your changer. Protect your CD changer by using the convenience net whenever possible. Place large objects in the trunk appropriatelyso that they CD will not come into contact with the changer. , CLN: If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 181
play and an error will occur. Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot. Repeat this procedure for loadingup 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 the changer in the direction - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 182
. If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs, the CD symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play. When a CD begins playing, a disc and track number will be displayed. The disc numbers are listed on the front of the magazine. All of the CD functions are controlled the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 183
CD changer door all the way open and the disc holder will automatically eject. The disc is dirty, scratched, wet or loaded label side up. The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. CHEK DOOR or CD CHANGER DOOR OPEN is displayed when the CD changer when reporting the problem. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 184
reprogrammed with your stations will be ignored). When listening to a cassette tape, the up or clown arrow lever can be used to SEEK forward and rearward through the tape. Pressing the up or down arrow lever when listening to a will cause the player togo to the CD next or previousselection. 3-2 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 185
equipment may interfere with the operationof your vehicle's engine, Cadillac radio other systems, and even or damage them.Your vehicle's systems may interfere with the operationof sound equipmentthat has been added improperly. So, before adding sound equipment, check with your dealer and be sure to - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 186
uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will not eject and, itmay not clean as thoroughlyas the scrubbing typecleaner. Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 187
neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge. Be sure never to touch the damage it. NOTICE: Before entering anautomatic car wash, turn off your radio to replace it. See your dealer for a replacement kit and follow the instructions in the kit. Your power antenna will - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 188
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kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We've also included many other useful tips on driving. 4-2 4-3 4-6 4-6 4-10 4-13 4-13 4- 14 4-16 Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steeling Off-Road Recovery Passing Loss of Control Driving at Night 4-18 4-2 I 4-22 4-23 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 193
advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. a Please start with very important safety device in your Cadillac: Buckle up. (See "Safety Belts" in the Index.) Defensive driving really means "be ready for never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 194
0 The obvious way to solve thishighway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and . 0 The drinker's body weight The amount of annual motor vehicle-related deaths have been associated with the use of ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 195
water, this means thata woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who a B AC of have 0.05 percent or above.A driver with a BAC level of 0.06 percent has - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 196
The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee ornumber of cold showers will speed that up. "1'11 be people don't know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person's system can make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal cord - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 197
i t h another. Age, physical condition, alettncss. coo~-dination and eyesight all play a part. So do alcohol. drugs and frustration. brakes; the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied. Sometimes, as when you're drivingon snow or ice, it's easy to ask more of those control systems - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 198
life. Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS). ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a brakmg skid. When you start your engine and begin t o drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor o r clicking noise while this test - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 199
I The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster Here's how anti-lock works. Let's say the road is wet. You're driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here's what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 200
hear the anti-lock pump or motor operate. and feel the brake pedal pulsate. but this is normal. If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 201
button located inside of the glove box. With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies. steering can help you more than even the very best braking. eeri If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 202
possible for the vehicleto change its path when you turn the front wheels.If there's no traction, inertia will keep If the vehicle control. Refer to 'Traction Control System" in the Index. If you have the Seville STS, you may see the STABILITY SI'S ENGAGED message on the Driver Information Center - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 203
cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking -- if you can stop in time. But sometimes you can't; there isn't roonl. That's the time for evasive action -- steering around the problem. Your Cadillac defensive drivingat all times and wear safety belts properly. 4- 1.2 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 204
for traffic signs, pavement markings and lines. If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection. delay your pass. A broken center line usually indicates it's allright to pass (providing the road ahead is clear'). Never cl-oss solid a line on your side of the lane or - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 205
when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don't have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, don't give up. Keep ttying steer and to constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger. Check your mirrors, glance - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 206
avoid most skids by talung reasonable care suited to existing conditions, andby not "overdriving" those conditions. But skids are always possible. 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 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 207
and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. E'our headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. 0 0 0 In remote areas, watch for animals. If you're tired, pull to be impaired -- by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems,or by fatigue. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 208
moving; that way. it's easier to pick out dimly lighted objects. Justas your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim. so should your eyes be day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you're driving. don't wear - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 209
trouble. On a wet road, you can't stop. accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn-t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don't have much tread left. you'll get even less traction.It's always vise t o go slower and be cautious if rain starts fluid. Replace your windshield wiper - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 210
driving througha large puddle of water or a car wash, apply yourIlrake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. Driving too fast through large water puddlesor even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 211
is raining. I NOTICE: ~~ If you drive too quickly 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 lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you can't avoid deep puddles standing - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 212
unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. 0 Ty to use the part, "Freeway Driving.") e Treat a green light a warning signal. traffic as A light is there because corner is busy enough to the need it. When a light turns green, just beforeyou and start to move, check - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 213
merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary the right lane unless you want to pass. B.efore changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your turn signal. Just before you leave, thelane, glance - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 214
Wirzdshield Wcsher Fluid: Is the reservoir full?Are all windows clean inside and outside? 0 0 Wiper-Blades: Are they in good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? Make sure you'reready. Try to be well rested. If you must start when you're not fresh -- such as after - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 215
actually sucha condition as "highway hypnosis"? Or is itjust plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lackof awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine,and - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 216
here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. 0 Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 217
fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a 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 piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. Be sure you - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 218
a very slippery situation. You'll have a lot less traction or "grip" and will need to be very careful. What's the worst time for this? "Wet ice." Very can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 219
vehicle's stability when you make a hard 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 pavement. See "Anti-Lock" in the Index. 0 Allow greater following distance on any slippery road. Watch for slippery spots - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 220
no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags check around again from time to time to sure snow be doesn't collectthere. Open a window just a little the side of the on vehicle that's away from thewind. This will help keep CO out. @ You can run the engine - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 221
slightly. This uses less fuel 'for heat that you get and it keeps the the battery charged. You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, possibly for signaling later and on run with your headlamps. Let the heater for awhile. -*- _-- FRT. TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION VEHICLE CAP. WT - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 222
parts on your vehicle can way break, or it can change the your vehicle you handles. These could cause to lose control. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT else -- they will go as fast as - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 223
control when you pull I trailer. For example,if the trailer is too hca1-y. the brakes may not workwell or even at all. JOu and your passengers could seriously i11.jureci. be Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section. Ask your Cadillac Cadillac the advice in this part, - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 224
this information can be stateor provincial police. Consider using a sway control. You can ask a hitch dealer aboutsway controls. Don't tow a trailer at all during the first 1,000miles (1 600 kn your new vehicle is driven. Your engine. r) axle or other parts could damaged. be Then, during the first - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 225
your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important. And, it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle. You can ask your dealer for ourtrailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 30009 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 226
are not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches to them. Use only a frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper. Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If you do, then be sure to seal the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 227
still working. Because you have anti-lock brakes, don't try to tap into your vehicle's hydraulic brake system. If you do, both brake systems won't work well, or at all. Be sure toread and follow the instructions for trailer the brakes so you'll be able to install, adjustand maintain them properly - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 228
, if possible, have someone guide you. When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check with your Cadillac dealer. The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal aturn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 229
transaxle 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. If you're trailering,it's a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip. Check periodically to see that - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 230
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to about some problemsthat can occur on the road. do 5-2 5-4 5-4 5-9 5-16 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating 5-26 5-26 5-36 5-37 If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact SpareTire If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 233
s Press thebutton in to *makethe front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Your hazard warning flashers let you w r others. They an also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 234
flash, indicating that the hazard warning flashers are on. The hazard warning flashers will work once the button is pressed in regardless of the key position. e Pull out on the collar to turn the flashers off. When the hazard - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 235
these steps exactly, some or all of these thingscan hurt you. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables tostart your Cadillac. Please follow the steps below to do it safely. NOTICE: Ignoring these - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 236
to start your Cadillac and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter. Turn off all lampsthat aren't needed as well as radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 237
hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. a flashlight if Use you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You don't need to add water to the Freedom' battery Delco installed in every new GM vehicle. Rut if a battery has filler caps, be sure the right amount of fluid is there. If it - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 238
7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 239
battery. It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery. 11. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile. 12. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If it won't start after a fewtries, it probably needs service - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 240
to have a Cadillac dealer ora professional towing service tow your Seville. See "Roadside Service" in the Index. If your vehicle hasbeen changed or modified since it like fog was factory-new by adding aftermarket items lamps, aero skirtingor special tires and wheels, these instructions may not be - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 241
towed. Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. Never get under yourvehicle after it has been lifted by the with separate safety chains when towing it. Never use J-hooks. Use only T-hooks in the front T-hook slots and only R-hooksin the rear - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 242
J-hooks. They will damage drivetrain and suspension components. When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key turned to the OFF position. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position,with a clamping device designed fortowing service. Do not use the vehicle's steering - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 243
40 knz) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling equipment or type fascia/fog lamp damage will occur. Use wheel-lift or car-carrierequipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. Towing a vehicle overrough surfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage can - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 244
. ... Attach T-hook chains on both sides, in the slotted holes in the bottom of the frame rails, behind the frontwheels. These slots are to used when loading and securing to be car-calrier equipment. Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control a m . - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 245
miles (40 knz) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling type equipment or rear bumper valance damage will occur. Use wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additionalramping may be required for car-carrierequipment. Use safety chainsand wheel straps. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 246
Attach R-hook chains to the R-hook slots in the frame rails just ahead of the rear wheels on both sides. These slots are tobe used when loading and securing to car-carrier equipment. Attach a separate safety chain around the end of each axle inboard of the spring. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 247
before attemptingany repair. The engine oil will be severely degraded. Kcpair the cause of coolant loss, change the o i l and reset the oil life indicator. See "Engine O i l , lli'hcn t o Change" in the Index. Should a low coolant condition exist and the message STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERI-IEATED is - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 248
is overheated, the liquids init can catch fire.You or others could bebadly burned. Stop your engine if it overheats, and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool. I NOTICE: If your engine catchesfire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged.The costly - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 249
your air conditioner. If there's still no sign of steam, you can idle the engine € Engine Protection OperatingMode" listed previously in this section. You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away. 2. Dial temperature control to the highest heat setting and open the window - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 250
hood up can start even whentheengineisnotrunningandcaninjure you.Keephands,clothingand tools awayfrom any underhood electricfan. I I If the coolant insidethe coolant surge tank is boiling. don't do anything else until it cools down. A. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Fans - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 251
should be indicated by a CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message on the Driver Information Center. If it is,you may have a leakin the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. NOTICE: Engine damage if you keep running your engine without coolant isn't coveredby - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 252
at the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap, cool is before you do it. (See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for more information.) Steam and scalding liquidsfrom a hotcooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 253
before proper the coolant mix will. Your vehicle'scoolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix. With plain water or the wrong mix, your engine could get toohot but you wouldn't getthe overheat warning. Your engine couldcatch fire andyou or others could beburned. Use a 50/50 mix of clean - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 254
cold weather, water can freezeand crackthe engine, radiator, heater core and otherparts. So use the recommended coolant. A CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts arehot enough. Don't spillcoolant on - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 255
1 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. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 256
reaches about 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) below the bass of the filler neck. 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this. Start the engine and allow it to warm up. If the CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message does not appear on the Driver InformationCenter. coolant is - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 257
air flat tire will create a use in a skid. In anyrear blowout, remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control Turn off the engine. To be changed. That would be the tireon the other side of the vehicle, at the opposite end. If a tire goes flat, next part shows how to use - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 258
e s The following stepswill tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. The equipment you'll need is in the trunk. Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk.Turn the retainer (center dial) on the compact spare cover counterclockwise toremove it. Liftand remove the cover. (See "Compact - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 259
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. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 260
e ee ver c The tools you'll be using includethe jack (A) and the wheel wrench (B). There is a center wheel cover on the aluminum wheel. Using the flat endof the wheel wrench, gently pry the wheel cover off. Be careful not to scratch the aluminum wheel edge and don't try to - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 261
or could be badly injured killed. Never get under a vehicle when it supported only by a jack. is NOTICE: Raising yourvehicle with the jack improperly jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle. I . Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don't re,move them yet - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 262
11.O INCHES 7.0INCHES (177 mm) (279mm) 3. Position the jack under the vehicle and raise the jack lift head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle's frame nearest the flat tire. Put the compact spare tire nearyou. 4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 263
. Whenyou change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle, In a n emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use scraper or wire a brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or dirt off. 7. Replace the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 264
the wheel to become loose and even come off.This could lead to accident. an Be sure touse the correctwheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhere as soon asyou can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 265
brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the propersequence and to the proper torque specification. Don't try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It won't fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced full-size tire will not fit down - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 266
Secure thetire with the retainerthat was used to hold the compact spare in place. Store the cover as far forward as possible. _1 A CAUTION: Storing ajack, a tire or other equipment in the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 267
storage instructions label to replace your compact spars into your trunk properly. RETAINER Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new. it can lose air aftera time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 268
its wheel together. I I NOTICE: Tire chains won'tfit your compact spare. Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too. Don't usetire beinjured. And, the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat. That could causean engine compartment fireor other damage. Whenyou're - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 269
wheels For information about using tit-e chains on your vehicle, see "Tire Chains" in the Index. First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will should turn clear the areaaround your front wheels. YOU pour traction control system off. (See "Traction Control System" in the Index.) Then - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 270
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Filling Your Tank Checking ThingsUnder the Hood Engine Oil Ais Cleaner Automatic Transaxle Fluid Engine Coolant Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Cadillac Care of Safety Belts Cleaning Glass - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 273
'll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you'll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see "ServicingYour Air Bag-Equipped Cadillac" in the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 274
vehicle may fail a smog-check test. If this occurs, return to your authorized Cadillac dealer for diagnosis determine the to cause of failure. In the event itis determined that the cause of the condition is the type fuels used. repairs of may not be covered by your wan-anty. Some gasolines that are - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 275
To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in theUnited States will help are now required to contain additives that prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system, allowing your emission control system to function properly. Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the fuel. In - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 276
The cap is behind a hinged door on the driver's side of your vehicle... located on the optional full console and on the Remote Keyless Entry (RISE) transmitter. If your vehicle is not equipped with the full console, then you must use the RKE transmitter to open the fuel door. Gasoline vaporis - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 277
alternate fuel door release is located inside of the trunk on the left hand side. Pull it to release the fuel door. To take off the cap you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your in hot weather. Open the fuel filler cap and slowly wait for any"hiss" noise - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 278
sure you fully installthe cap. I P A CAUTION: An electric fan under thehood canstart up and injure you even whenthe engine is not running. Keep system might bedamaged. A CAUTION: Things that burn can on hot engine parts and get start a fire. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 279
Pull the lever insidethe vehicle to open the hood. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. R 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. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 280
B. Coolant Fill Location C. Power Steering Fluid D. Oil Fill Location E. Engine Oil Dipstick Location E Brake Master Cylinder G. Transaxle DipstickEill H. Air Cleaner I. Windshield Washer Fluid be Before closing the hood, sure all filler caps are on properly. Then pull the hood down and close - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 281
, a If you have the Driver Information Center (DIC), a CHECK OIL LEVEL message will appear when the engine oil is approximately 1 quart (1 L) low. If the message is displayed. check the dipstick leveland add oil as needed. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 282
on the passenger's side of the engine. Turn the cap counterclockwise to remove it. FVl.lCl1 $: - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 283
EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RAN6E. l y 1 FOR y 4 4 4 '3 c If you change your own oil. be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container. If you have your oil changed for you, be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 284
20°F (-39OC), consider using eitheran SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or an SAE OW-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. Your Cadillac has an Oil Life Indicator. This feature will let you know when to change your oil m and filter - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 285
. Instead, recycle itby taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a service station 01 a local recycling center for help. ir Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements thatmay be unhealthy for your skin - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 286
1. Disconnect the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor from thebase of the air cleaner. 2. With a screwdriver, loosen the air duct clamp, which is located at the mass airflow sensor end of the air duct. 4. Unhook both'air cleaner cover latches. One latch is located near the radiator hose ( n o t - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 287
that may be found laying in the air cleaner base. 7. Install a new air filter element. "Normal See Maintenance Replacement Parts" in the Index. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule todetermine when to replacetheair filter. , ' See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in the Maintenance Schedule booklet. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 288
with on off. the air cleaner A good time to check your automatic transaxlefluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 289
parts a or exhaust system parts, starting fire. Be sure to get an accurate readingif you check your transaxle fluid. Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid levelif you have been driving: 0 Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. With the parking brake - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 290
acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way. Replace the air cleaner assembly. 1 . The black transaxle fluid cap is located next to the radiator hose and below the air cleanerassembly on the driver's side of the engine. Remove the air cleaner assembly so you can reach,the transaxlefluid - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 291
equipped with a transaxle fluid change indicator- A CHANGE TRANS FLUID message will display on the Driver Information Center (DIC) when the powertrain the ignition on but do not start the engine. 2. Press and hold the OFF and rear defog buttons on the climate control atthe same time until the TRANS - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 292
have a problem 8 NOTICE: When adding coolant, is important thatyou it (silicate-free) coolant. use only DEX-COOL@ If coolant other than DEX-COOL@' added to is the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolantwill require change sooner at - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 293
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 a year, have your dealer check your cooling system. I NOTICE: If you use the proper cooIant,you don't have to add extra inhibitors or additives - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 294
of the fill neck. Use a flashlight as necessary to see into the tank. The surge tank is located next to the engine block on the passenger's sideof the engine. The cooling system is under a lot of pressure when it is hot. If the CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message appears on the DIC, you will need to add - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 295
contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don't spillcoolant on a hot engine. When replacing the pressure cap, make sure it is tight. The surge tank is a 15 psi (105 kPa) cap pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 296
. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals. It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 297
Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions beforeuse. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 298
burn if' the engine is hot enough. You or others couldhe hurned, and your vehicle couldbe 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 Warning Light" in the Index - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 299
a crash. Always usethe proper brakefluid. 0 Using the wrong fluidcan badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they'll have to be replaced. Don't let someoneput in the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 300
nuts in the proper sequence to GM specifications. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. See "Brake System Inspection" in the Maintenance Schedule booklet under Part C "Periodic Maintenance Inspections". The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakeswon't work - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 301
brakes can change -- for the worse. The braking performance you've come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts. bi If you're not going to drive your vehicle for25 days or more, take off the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This will - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 302
any bulb changing procedurenot listed in this section, contactyour Cadillac dealer service department. A CAUTION: I - ~~~~ ~ Halogen bulbs have pressurized inside and gas can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. sure to read and Be follow the instructions on - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 303
2. Turn the headlamp housing socket counterclockwise to unlock the socket from the lamp housing. 3. Remove the headlamp housing socket. -32 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 304
1. The turn signal lamps are locatedon the outboard side of the headlamps. To access, liftoff the headlamp cover (see Step 1 under "Headlamps"). 4. After removing the wiring harness from the headlamp housing socket, replacethe bulb and socket. Reconn-ectit to the wiring harness and reinstall the - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 305
4 The individual bulbs in the CHMSL are not replaceable. See your dealer for assistance. 1. Open the trunk to gain access to the lamp housing. 3. Remove the turn signal lamp housing socket and replace the bulb. I 2. Remove the convenience net and pull trim away to access the wing nuts. -3 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 306
. 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 lamp assembly. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 307
wiper blade length and type, see "Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts" laterin this section. To replace the wiper blade assembly: +*. .I. c 1. Turn the ignition key to ACCESSORY and turn the wipers on. Position the wipers on the hole on the wiper blade assembly and snap it into place to install. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 308
service, seeyour Cadillac Warranty booklet for details. A CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire pressure should be checked if your tires have been damaged, replace them. See "Inflation Tire Pressure" in this section for - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 309
-Loading Information label. NOTICE: Don't let anyone tellyou that underinflation or overinflation is all right.it's not. If' your tires don't have enough air (underinflation), can you get the following: Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy. If your - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 310
wear, rotate your tiresas soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Alsocheck for damaged tires or wheels. See "When It's Time for New Tires" and "Wheel Replacement" later in this section for more information. When rotating your tires. al\vays use the con-t'ctrotation pattern shown here. Don - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 311
this; but be or sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or dirt off. (See "Changing a Flat Tire" in theIndex.) 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 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 312
The tires installed on your vehicle service on your vehicle. If your tires have an all-season tread design. the TPC number will control while you driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, andyou could have a crash. Using - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 313
system does not apply to deep tread, winter-typesnow tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nonlinal rim diameters of 1 0 to I2 inches (25 to 30 cmj. or to some limited-production tires. While the tires available on General Motors passenger car,s and light controlled conditions - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 314
tested under controlled conditions ona specified passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle replaced. If the wheel leaks air, ~seplace (except some aluminum it wheels, which can sometirnes be repaired). See your Cadillac dealerif any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 315
replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Cadillac model. NOTICE: The wrong wheel canalso cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 316
When you use anything from a container to clean your Cadillac, be sure to follow the manufacturer's warnings They can all be hazardous -- some more than others -- and they can all damage your vehicle. too. Don't use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 317
saturate the material and don't rub it roughly. 5. As soon as you've cleaned the section, use a sponge 1. Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. 2. Clean up stains as soon as you can -- before they set. 3. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often.A soft brush may be - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 318
trim material with a clean, dull knife or scraper. 2 . Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths (preferably cheesecloth).Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain, "feathering"toward the center. of 3. Keep changing to a clean section the cloth. 4. When you clean a stainfrom - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 319
use heat to dry. For stubborn stains, use a lealher cleaner. See your dealer forthis product. Nelw- use oils. like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don't get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and a vinyl/ certain conditions. Use a clean clothmoistened in warm. soapy water (use mild - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 320
material with a clean, duIl knife or scrape:: Keep belts clean and dry. 2. Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths (preferably cheesecloth).Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain, "feathering" toward the center. 3. Keep changing to a clean section of the cloth. 4. When - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 321
from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their perfolmance. Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; replace blades that look worn - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 322
Cadillac has a "basecoat/dearcoat"paint finish. The clearcoat givesmore depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 323
flushed. Your dealer or an underbody car washing system call do this for you. a . % ge If your vehicle is damagedand requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. e Any - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 324
See your General Motors Parts Department for these products. See "Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index. *:+Not recommended for use on instrument panel vinyl. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 325
on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. The 8th characterin your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacement parts. - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 326
toyour Cadillac, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Cadillac" in the Index. iper Falses The windshield wiper motor is powered by a MaxiFuse. If the motor overheats due toheavy snow, etc., the wipers will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, be - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 327
Power Back-up Relay, Cluster Fuse, Platform Zone Module (YZM) Fuse, Radio Fuse, DAB Relay, Trunk and Fuel Door Release Relay, High Beam Relay, Comfort Fuse, Controlled Power Relay, AMP Bose Only Fuse, Right and Left Bose Relay BODY 3 RELAY CENTER IDENTIFICATION Fuse Usage Real Time Dampening (RTD - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 328
Cruise Fuse, DRL Relay, Front and Rear Fog Lamp Relay, Control Power Back-UpRelay, Ignition- 1 Fuse Starter Relay and Solenoid. Park/Rev Fuse. Park Relay, PCM Fuse, AC Compressor Fuse and Relay, Fan Relay IGN 1 WINDOWS SEATS ABS Brake Modulator Cooling Fan Relays 1 and 3 'I: Do not alter OBD I1 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 329
broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. If you ever have a problem on the road and use its fuse,if it is the correct amperage. Replace it as soon as you can. There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle: the engine compartment - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 330
HDLP HI HDLPS7 HAZARD II I i G N OiENG; I , STOP I , R HDLP HI MIRROR I ABS II IGN 1 , , I DRL CIG LTR2 WIPERS ~ L HDLP LO R HDLP LO L HDLP HI Relay,High/Low Beam Control Relay, Right and Left Low/High Beam Fuses Electronic Flasher Module, TudHazard Switch, Rightand Left Front - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 331
Low Beam in DRL Mode, DRL Switch Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/TractionControl System PRK/REV Usage IGN- I Rear Ignition-1 Relay, Front and Rear Fog Lamp Relays, Control Power Back-up, DRL Relay Accessory Relay, Wiper Switch AC Compressor Relay, Cooling Fan Relays - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 332
(EGR). Front Ignition-1 Relay. Torque Converter Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Electronic Ignition Control Module Stepper.Motor Cruise Control, Power Steering Pressure Switch. Low Refrigerant Pressure Cutoff Switch. Park Relay Fuse Usage Injectors I . 4 6 . 7 Injectors 2.3,5, 8 FITEL - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 333
RLY IGN 1 luster, Cruise in Stalk, PZM. Usage BRAKE Vacuum Pump (VP) Relay, VP Motor, VP Pressure Switch RSS CV-RTD (CV-RSS) IGN 0-BODY PRNDL. Dual Zone Switch, PZM, Cluster, Air Control Module (ACM), Upper ZoneMotor, Lower Zone Motor (Optional), HVAC Solenoids. ClimateControl Panel Analog Cluster - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 334
Door Door Release Relay, Fuel Filler Release Solenoid, Door Lock Relay, Left FrontDoor Motors, PZM, Door Unlock Relay Driver and Passenger Seat Lumbar Switch (Optional), Memory Seat Module CV-RTD (CV-RSS) Headlamp Switches, Rear Fog Lamp Relay, Right Frontand Rear Sidemarker Lamps,Right Rear Back-up - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 335
Starts To Open . . 177- I8-tc F (81 -SS:'Cj Capacities Please refer to "Recommended F1LIids and Lubricants" in your Maintenance Sched~rle bookie1 for more information. Transaxle (4T80-E) ...15 quarts ( 14.2 L) Crankcase (Engine Oil with FilterChange) ...7.0 quarts (6.62 L) Engine Cooling System - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 336
Thermostat ...AC Type 131-66 3531407 Windshield Wiper Blade (Pin Type) ...- 2 2 inches (56.5 cm) Not a11 air conditioning refrigerants arethe same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant. be sure the proper refrigerant used. is If you're no: sure, ask your Cadillac dealer - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 337
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Here you will find out how to contact Cadillac if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications andhow to report any safety defects. 7-2 7-4 7-4 7-5 7-7 7-8 7-9 Customer SatisfactionProcedure Address for Writing to Cadillac Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 341
Cadillac dealers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information to promptly address any can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the Sales, Service or Parts Manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager a . . - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 342
contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help. contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center. 24 hours a day, by calling 1-800-458-8006. In Canada. contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 343
address your inquiry to: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 30009 Van Dyke P.O. Box 9025 Warren, MI 48090-9025 To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its Customer - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 344
Privileges'"' at "no charge," throughout your 1997 Cudilbac Wurr-crnh.Period -- 48 Months/ 50,000 miles (80 000 k m ) . Cadiliac's exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac owner with the advantage of' contacting a Cadillac advisor and. when - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 345
is performed site for the on following situations: @ Towing Service Battery Jump Starting Lock Out Assistance 0 Fuel Delivery Flat Tire Change (Covers change only) Trip Interruption -- If your trip is interrupted due to a warranty failure, incidentalexpenses may be reimbursed during the 48 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 346
this radius, we will arrange to haveyour car towed to the nearest Cadillac dealership. Dial the toll-free Roadside Service number: 1-800-882- 1112. Anexperienced Roadside Service Advisor will assist you and request the following information: A description of the problem Name, home address, home - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 347
Key Courtesy Transportation. It is just one Inore example of Cadillac's commitment to provide the services you expect and deserve as a Cadillac owner. Our CadillacDealer Technician network is ready and able to assist Cadillac customers at roadside. Gold Key Courtesy Transportation helps you get - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 348
to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule when your Cadillac is unavailable due to a vramanty repair. For repairs that require . scheduling an appointment for your vehicle's warranty service and advising your service consultant that ydu wish to take advantage of Gold - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 349
forrental car agreements. Please consult your insurance carrier to be certain of what's covered. While your dealership will cover the rental expense of a vehicle provided under the provisions of Gold Key Courtesy Transportation, you are responsible for charges incurred for such items as fuel used - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 350
General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or discontinue its to participation in this program. BBB AUTO LINE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better BusinessBureau system to settle automotive disputes. Thisprogram is available free of charge tocustomers - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 351
. 1 he arbitrator will make a decision which you may accept or reject. If you accept the decision, GM will be bound by that NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 352
Service manuals, service bulletins, owner's manuals and other service iiterature are available for purchase for all current and past model General Motors vehicles -458-8006 or write: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division 30009 Van Dyke P.O. Box 9025 W U ~ ~ MI ,38090-9035 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 353
in with your check, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.) ~ ~ ~~~ CURRENT PUBLICATIONSFOR 1997 CADILLAC SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis repair information and on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 354
) 0 AREA CODE P A Y M E N T Note to Canadian Custowers: All listed prices are quoted in U S . funds. Canadian residents are to make checks payable in U S . funds. To cover Canadian postage. add $1150 plus the U.S. order processing. GM-CAD-ORD97 "(Prices are subject to change without notics and - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 355
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Air Conditioning Refrigerants ...6-65 Air Control, Climate Control System ...3-2 2- 16 Alarm, Theft-Deterrent ...Alignment and Balance, Tire ...6-43 Aluminum Wheels . Cleaning ...6-5i 2-88 Analog Control Buttons ...Antenna . Power ...3-28 Antifreeze ...6-21 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 359
Auto Line ...7-1 1 Chains. Tire ...6-45 Better Business Bureau Mediation ...7- 11 Clmnst: Engine Oil MesaLqc ...2-90 Change Trans Fluid Message ...2-90 Brake 6-29 Chang.ing a Flai Tire ...5-26 Adjustment ...C h a r p g System Indicator Light ...2-76 Fluid ...6-27 Master Cylinder ...6-37 Check Brake - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 360
of a Vehicle ...4-6 2-59 Convenience Net ...Mirror Convex Outside ...2-37 6-71 Coolant ...Heater. Engine ...?-?, 3 SurgeTank ...5-21 Cooling System ...5- I9 Cornermg Lamps ...-...1 3 Control Cruise -447 3 ... Cruise Engaged Message ...2-91 Cupholders ...2-59 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 361
11 6-13 Additives ...Checking ...6-11 6-14 Used ...6-12 What Kind of Oil to Use ...Whentochange ...6-13 Engine Speed Limiter ...2-74 2-73 English/Metric Display ...Ethanol ...6-4 Exhaust.Engine ...2-33 2-35 Express-Down Window ...7-10 Exterior Lighting ...E.xterior Lighting Battery Saver ...2-49 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 362
Oil Life Indicator ...6-14 3-9 HVAC Steering Wheel Controls ...Hydraulic Brake Warning Lights ...2-76 Hydroplaning ...4-20 9 - H a l o g e n Bulbs ...6-31 Handles, Assist ...3-62 5-2 Hazard Warning Flashers ...HeadRestraints ...1-6 Headlamps ...2-45 Bulb Replacement ...6-3 1 HigNLow Beam Changer - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 363
Lights 1-22.2-75 Air Bag Readiness ...Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...2-78 . 4-7 Brake System Warning ...2-76 Charging System Indicator ...2-76 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning ...2-79 Interior ...2-49 Oilpressure ...2-82 Parking Brake Indicator ...2-77 1-7.2-75 Safety Belt Reminder ...Service - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 364
Function ...1-20 Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts ...Problems on the Road ...5-1 Programable Automatic Door Locks ...2-5 Publications. Service and Owner ...7-13. 7-14 2-15 Pull-Down Feature. Automatic ...adioPersonalization ...3-25 3-26 Radio Reception ...3-25 Radio Theft-Deterrent Feature ...3.10 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 365
Replacing Parts After a Crash ...1-43 Retained Accessory Power ...2-21 Reverse, Automatic Transaxle ...2-25 Right Front Passenger Position ...1-2 1 RKE ...2-7 RKE Personalization Features ...2-9 Roadside Service ...7-5 Rocking YourVehicle ...5-38 6-39 Rotation, Tires ...1-43 Safety Belt Extender - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 366
System ...2- I8 Service ...6-2 A/C System A/C Compressor Off Message ...2-93 Air Bag System Message ...2-93 Brake Fluid Switch Message ...2-93 7- 13. 7- 14 Bulletins. Ordering ...Charging System Message ...2-93 2-93 Electrical System Message ...2-93 Emissions System Message ...Engine Cooling System - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 367
Tachometer ...6-34 Taillamps. Bulb Replacement ...Tdpe Player Care ...3-27 Telephone. Cellular ...2-61 Tenlpemture Button. Passenger's Side ...3-2 Temperature Controls ...3-2 Theft ...2-16 2- 16 Theft-Deterrent Alarm System ...2- 18 Theft Security Override ...Theft System ProbledCar May Not Restart - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 368
~J-DOWI Feature ...2-15 Lock Release ...2-13 Mounted CD Changer- ...3-2 I Open Message ...3-96 Storage System ...2- I3 TTYUsers ...7-4 Turn and Lane CAange 35 Rear Lockout Switch ...2-36 Windshield Washer ...2-40 Fluid ...2-40.6-26 Windshield Wipers ...2-38 Blade Replacement ...6-36 Fuses ...6-5.5 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 369
Service Station Checkpoints REMOTE BATTERY TERMINAL ENGINE COOLANT SURGE TANK P6-23 , / WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID P6-26 I HOOD RELEASE P6-8 REMOTE FUEL DOOR AND TRUNK RELEASE P2-13AND 6-5 \ FUEL DOOR P6-5 P6-6 - 1997 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 370
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