2001 Cadillac Catera Owners Manual - Files

BatteryYour new vehicle comes with a maintenance freeACDelco battery. When it’s time for a new battery, getone that has the replacement number shown on theoriginal battery’s label. We recommend an ACDelcobattery. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in theIndex for battery location.WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and relatedaccessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicalsknown to the State of California to cause cancer andreproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.CAUTION:Batteries have acid that can burn you and gasthat can explode. You can be badly hurt if youaren’t careful. See “Jump Starting” in the Indexfor tips on working around a battery withoutgetting hurt.After a power loss, such as disconnecting the battery orremoving the maxi fuses in the power distribution fuseblock, the following steps must be performed tocalibrate the electronic throttle control. If this is notdone, the engine will not run properly.1. Turn the ignition key to the RUN position. Do notstart the engine.2. Leave the ignition in the RUN position for at leastthree minutes so that the electronic throttle controlwill cycle and re-learn its home position.3. Turn the ignition to OFF.4. Start and run the engine for at least 30 seconds.Also, for your audio system, see “Theft-DeterrentFeature” in the Index.Bulb ReplacementFor any bulb changing procedure not listed in thissection, contact your dealer service department.For bulb types, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index.6-30