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Replacement Bulbs For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer. Application Number Headlamps Composite Inner High Beam ...9005 Outer Low Beam ...9006 Front Turn Signal ...3157 NA Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ...1156 Rear Turn Signal and Taillamp ...2057 Torque Eldorado ...300 (lb-ft) @ 4000 rpm 407 (N·m) @ 4000 rpm ETC ...295 (lb-ft) @ 4400 rpm 400 (N·m) @ 4400 rpm Firing Order ...1-2-7-3-4-5-6-8 Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb-ft (140 N·m) Capacities Transaxle (4T80-E) ...15.0 quarts (14.2 L) Crankcase (Engine Oil with Filter Change) ...7.5 quarts (7.1 L) Engine Cooling System ...12.5 quarts (11.8 L) Fuel Tank ...19.0 U.S. gallons (71.9 L) All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in the Maintenance Schedule booklet for more information. Engine Specifications Displacement ...279 cubic inches (4 565 cc) Type ...4.6 L DOHC V8 VIN Engine Code Eldorado ...Y ETC ...9 6-68

Section	Page
2002 Cadillac Eldorado Owner's Manual	1
Copyright General Motors Corp. 2001	2
For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual:	3
How to Use this Manual	4
Safety Warnings and Symbols	4
Vehicle Damage Warnings	5
Vehicle Symbols	5
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems	7
Seats and Seat Controls	8
Power Seats	8
Power Lumbar Control (Option)	9
Memory Seat and Mirrors (If Equipped)	10
Heated Front Seat (Option)	11
Reclining Front Seatbacks	12
Head Restraints	13
Seatback Latches	14
Safety Belts: They're for Everyone	15
Why Safety Belts Work	16
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers	19
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	20
Adults	20
Driver Position	20
Lap-Shoulder Belt	20
Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment	22
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	27
Right Front Passenger Position	28
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System	28
How the Air Bag System Works	30
Where are the air bags?	30
When should an air bag inflate?	31
What makes an air bag inflate?	31
How does an air bag restrain?	32
What will you see after an air bag inflates?	32
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle	33
Rear Seat Passengers	34
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions	34
Lap-Shoulder Belt	34
Center Passenger Position	37
Lap Belt	37
Children	38
Infants and Young Children	38
Restraint Systems for Children	42
Where to Put the Restraint	45
Top Strap	45
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position	47
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position	49
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	51
Older Children	54
Safety Belt Extender	57
Checking Your Restraint Systems	57
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	57
Section 2 Features and Controls	58
Windows	59
Power Windows	60
Express-Down Window	60
Keys	61
Door Locks	63
Central Door Unlocking System	64
Power Door Locks	64
Automatic Door Locks	64
Programmable Automatic Door Locks (If Equipped)	64
Anti-Lockout Feature	65
Leaving Your Vehicle	65
Remote Keyless Entry System	65
Operation	66
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle	67
Battery Replacement	67
Trunk	69
Trunk Lock Release	69
Trunk Lid Automatic Pull-Down Feature	70
Trunk Release Handle	71
Theft	72
Key in the Ignition	72
Parking at Night	72
Parking Lots	72
Theft-Deterrent System	73
Testing the Alarm	74
Valet Lockout Button	74
PASS-Key II	75
New Vehicle "Break-In"	76
Ignition Positions	76
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	77
Starting Your Engine	78
Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)	79
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater	80
Automatic Transaxle Operation	81
Parking Brake	84
Shifting Into PARK (P)	86
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running	87
Torque Lock	87
Shifting Out of PARK (P)	88
Parking Over Things That Burn	88
Engine Exhaust	89
Running Your Engine While You're Parked	89
Horn	90
Tilt Wheel	90
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	91
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	91
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	92
Flash-To-Pass Feature	92
Windshield Wipers	93
Rainsense_ Wipers (ETC Only)	94
Windshield Washer	95
Cruise Control	96
Setting Cruise Control	97
Resuming a Set Speed	97
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control	98
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control	98
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control	98
Using Cruise Control on Hills	99
Ending Cruise Control	99
Erasing Speed Memory	99
Exterior Lamps	99
Wiper-Activated Headlamps	100
Lamps On Reminder	100
Daytime Running Lamps	100
Fog Lamps	101
Cornering Lamps	102
Twilight Sentinel	102
Light Sensor	103
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver	103
Interior Lamps	103
Instrument Panel Brightness Control	103
Illuminated Entry	103
Parade Dimming	104
Reading Lights	104
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver	104
Storage Mode Personalization	104
Mirrors	105
Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror with Compass and OnStar	105
Mirror Operation	105
Compass Operation	105
Compass Calibration	105
Compass Variance	106
Power Remote Control Mirrors	107
Driver's Outside Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	107
Curb View Assist Mirror (If Equipped)	107
Convex Outside Mirror	108
Heated Outside Mirrors	108
Storage Compartments	108
Glove Box	108
Overhead Console	108
Sunglasses Storage Compartment	108
Map Pocket	108
Center Console Storage	109
Rear Storage Armrest	109
Convenience Net	109
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter	109
Front Ashtray	109
Rear Ashtray	109
Cigarette Lighter	110
Sun Visors	110
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror	110
OnStar System (If Equipped)	111
Cellular Antenna	112
OnStar Services	112
OnStar System Limitations	113
Assist Handles	114
Garment Hooks	114
Floor Mats	114
Sunroof (Option)	114
HomeLink Transmitter (Option)	115
Programming the HomeLink Transmitter	115
Training a Garage Door Opener with a "Rolling Code" Feature (If Equipped)	117
Canadian Programming	118
Operating the HomeLink Transmitter	118
Erasing Channels	118
Resetting Defaults	118
Accessories	118
The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System	119
Instrument Panel Cluster	121
Speedometer and Odometer	122
Trip Odometer	122
English/Metric Display	122
Vehicle Speed Limiter	122
Tachometer	123
Engine Speed Limiter	123
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators	123
Safety Belt Reminder Light	124
Air Bag Readiness Light	125
Charging System Indicator Light	126
Brake System Warning and Parking Brake Indicator Light	126
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	127
Traction Control System Warning Light	128
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light	129
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	129
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light)	130
If the Light Is Flashing	131
If the Light Is On Steady	131
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs	132
Oil Pressure Light	133
Security Light	134
Fuel Gage	134
Fuel Data Display	134
Driver Information Center (DIC)	135
DIC Controls and Displays	135
DIC Messages	137
Memory and Personalization Features (If Equipped)	145
Entering Feature Programming	145
Programmable Automatic Door Locks	146
Lock/Unlock Confirmation	147
Remote Recall Memory (If Equipped with Memory Personalization)	148
Curb View Assist Mirror (If Equipped with Memory)	150
Storage Mode Personalization	151
Exiting Feature Programming	152
Comfort Controls and Radio System Personalization	152
Continuous Variable Road Sensing Suspension (CVRSS) (ETC Only)	152
Oil Life Indicator	152
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems	153
Comfort Controls	154
Climate Control Panel	154
Fan Switch	154
Driver's Side Temperature Knob	154
Passenger's Side Temperature Switch	154
Outside Temperature Display	154
Mode Switch	155
Manual Operation	155
Automatic Operation	157
Electronic Solar Sensor	158
Air Conditioning	159
Heating	159
Defogging and Defrosting	159
Rear Window Defogger	160
Ventilation System	160
Ventilation Tips	161
HVAC Steering Wheel Controls	162
Climate Control Personalization (If Equipped)	162
Audio Systems	162
Setting the Clock	162
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player	163
Playing the Radio	163
Finding a Station	163
Setting Preset Stations	164
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)	165
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)	165
Playing a Cassette Tape	165
Cassette Tape Messages	167
CD Adapter Kits	167
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data Systems (RDS) and Digital Signal Processing (DSP) (If Equipped)	168
Playing the Radio	168
Finding a Station	169
Setting Preset Stations	169
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)	170
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)	170
Using DSP	170
Using RDS	171
Finding a PTY Preset Station	172
Setting a PTY Preset Stations	173
RDS Messages	173
Playing a Cassette Tape	175
Cassette Tape Messages	176
Playing a Compact Disc	176
Compact Disc Messages	177
Radio Data Systems (RDS) Program Type (PTY) Selections	178
Trunk-Mounted CD Changer (Option)	179
Compact Disc Changer Errors	182
Radio Personalization with Home and Away Feature (If Equipped)	183
Theft-Deterrent Feature	183
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	184
Understanding Radio Reception	184
AM	184
FM Stereo	184
Weather Band (If Equipped)	184
Tips About Your Audio System	185
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player	186
Care of Your Compact Discs	187
Care of Your Compact Disc Player	187
Power Antenna Mast Care	188
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road	189
Defensive Driving	190
Drunken Driving	191
Control of a Vehicle	194
Braking	194
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	195
Using Anti-Lock	197
Braking in Emergencies	197
Traction Control System	197
Steering	199
Power Steering	199
Magnetic Speed Variable Assist Steering	199
Steering Tips	199
Driving on Curves	199
Steering in Emergencies	200
Off-Road Recovery	201
Passing	201
Loss of Control	203
Skidding	203
Driving at Night	204
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	206
Hydroplaning	207
Driving Through Deep Standing Water	208
Driving Through Flowing Water	208
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips	208
City Driving	209
Freeway Driving	210
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	211
Highway Hypnosis	212
Hill and Mountain Roads	212
Winter Driving	214
Driving on Snow or Ice	215
If You're Caught in a Blizzard	216
Recreational Vehicle Towing	218
Dinghy Towing	219
Dolly Towing	219
Loading Your Vehicle	220
Electronic Level Control	221
Towing a Trailer	222
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer	223
Weight of the Trailer	223
Weight of the Trailer Tongue	224
Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires	225
Hitches	225
Safety Chains	225
Trailer Brakes	225
Driving with a Trailer	225
Following Distance	226
Passing	226
Backing Up	226
Making Turns	226
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer	227
Driving On Grades	227
Parking on Hills	227
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill	228
Maintenance When Trailer Towing	228
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing	228
Section 5 Problems on the Road	229
Hazard Warning Flashers	230
Other Warning Devices	232
Jump Starting	232
Towing Your Vehicle	239
Engine Overheating	239
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	239
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine	240
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine	241
Cooling System	242
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank	244
If a Tire Goes Flat	248
Changing a Flat Tire	249
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	250
Removing the Wheel Cover	252
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	252
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools	257
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools	258
Compact Spare Tire	259
If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	260
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out	260
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care	261
Service	262
Doing Your Own Service Work	262
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	263
Fuel	263
Gasoline Octane	263
Gasoline Specifications	264
California Fuel	264
Additives	264
Fuels in Foreign Countries	265
Filling Your Tank	266
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	269
Checking Things Under the Hood	269
Hood Release	270
Engine Compartment Overview	271
Underhood Lamp	272
Engine Oil	272
Checking Engine Oil	272
When to Add Engine Oil	273
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use	274
Engine Oil Additives	275
When to Change Engine Oil (GM Oil Life System)	275
How to Reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Message	276
What to Do with Used Oil	276
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	277
Automatic Transaxle Fluid	280
When to Check and Change	280
How to Check	280
Checking the Fluid Level	281
How to Add Fluid	283
How to Reset Transaxle Fluid Change Indicator	283
Engine Coolant	284
What to Use	285
Checking Coolant	286
Adding Coolant	287
Surge Tank Pressure Cap	287
Power Steering Fluid	288
When to Check Power Steering Fluid	288
How to Check Power Steering Fluid	288
What to Use	288
Windshield Washer Fluid	289
What to Use	289
Adding Washer Fluid	289
Brakes	290
Brake Fluid	290
What to Add	291
Brake Wear	292
Brake Pedal Travel	293
Brake Adjustment	293
Replacing Brake System Parts	293
Battery	293
Vehicle Storage	294
Bulb Replacement	294
Halogen Bulbs	294
Headlamps	295
Front Turn Signal Lamps	297
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)	298
Rear Turn Signal Lamps and Taillamps	299
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	300
Tires	301
Inflation -- Tire Pressure	302
When to Check	303
How to Check	303
Tire Inspection and Rotation	303
When It's Time for New Tires	304
Buying New Tires	305
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	306
Treadwear	306
Traction -- AA, A, B, C	306
Temperature -- A, B, C	307
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	307
Wheel Replacement	307
Used Replacement Wheels	308
Tire Chains	309
Appearance Care	310
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	310
Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet	310
Cleaning Vinyl	311
Cleaning Leather	311
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel	311
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components	311
Cleaning Wood Panels	312
Cleaning Speaker Covers	312
Care of Safety Belts	312
Cleaning Glass Surfaces	312
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades	313
Weatherstrips	313
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle	313
Washing Your Vehicle	313
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	314
Finish Care	314
Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels (If Equipped)	315
Cleaning Tires	315
Sheet Metal Damage	315
Finish Damage	316
Underbody Maintenance	316
Chemical Paint Spotting	316
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	317
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	318
Engine Identification	318
Service Parts Identification Label	318
Electrical System	319
Add-On Electrical Equipment	319
Headlamp Wiring	319
Windshield Wiper Fuses	319
Power Windows and Other Power Options	319
MaxiFuse/Relay Center	320
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	322
Underhood Fuse Block	323
Rear Compartment Fuse Block	326
Replacement Bulbs	328
Capacities and Specifications	328
Engine Specifications	328
Wheel Nut Torque	328
Capacities	328
Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity	329
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	329
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule	330
Introduction	331
Your Vehicle and the Environment	331
Maintenance Requirements	331
How This Section is Organized	332
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services	333
Using Your Maintenance Schedule	333
Scheduled Maintenance	334
Footnotes	334
Scheduled Maintenance	335
Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance	335
Part B: Owner Checks and Services	344
At Each Fuel Fill	344
Engine Oil Level Check	344
Engine Coolant Level Check	344
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check	344
At Least Once a Month	344
Tire Inflation Check	344
Cassette Deck Service	344
Power Antenna Service	344
At Least Twice a Year	345
Restraint System Check	345
Wiper Blade Check	345
Weatherstrip Lubrication	345
Automatic Transaxle Check	345
At Least Once a Year	345
Key Lock Cylinders Service	345
Body Lubrication Service	345
Starter Switch Check	346
Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check	346
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check	347
Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check	347
Underbody Flushing Service	347
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections	348
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection	348
Exhaust System Inspection	348
Fuel System Inspection	349

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