2001 Cadillac Catera Owners Manual - Files
2001 Cadillac Catera Owners Manual - Files 2001 Cadillac Catera Owners Manual - Files
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on thedriver’s side. You can see it if you look through thewindshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN alsoappears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Partslabels and the certificates of title and registration.Engine IdentificationThe 8th character in your VIN is the engine code.This code will help you identify your engine,specifications and replacement parts.Service Parts Identification LabelYou’ll find this label behind the passenger’s sideaccess panel in the trunk (the panel that covers thetrunk-mounted CD changer). It’s very helpful if youever need to order parts. On this label is:your VIN,the model designation,paint information anda list of all production options andspecial equipment.Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.6-55
Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNOTICE:Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicleunless you check with your dealer first. Someelectrical equipment can damage your vehicleand the damage wouldn’t be covered by yourwarranty. Some add-on electrical equipmentcan keep other components from working asthey should.Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting toadd anything electrical to your vehicle, see “ServicingYour Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle” in the Index.Headlamp WiringThe headlamp wiring has several fuses which arepowered by a MaxiFuse . An electrical overload willcause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases toremain off. If this happens, have the headlamp wiringchecked right away.Windshield Wiper FusesIf the windshield wiper motor overheats due to heavysnow or ice, the wipers will stop until the motor cools.If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, besure to have it fixed.Power Windows and Other Power OptionsCircuit breakers protect the power windows and otherpower accessories. When the current load is too heavy,the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting thecircuit until the problem is fixed or goes away.6-56
- Page 256 and 257: NOTICE:Your vehicle was not designe
- Page 258 and 259: CAUTION:If you get gasoline on your
- Page 260 and 261: Hood ReleasePull the lever inside t
- Page 262 and 263: Engine OilIf the low oil level ligh
- Page 264 and 265: What Kind of Engine Oil to UseOils
- Page 266 and 267: What to Do with Used OilDid you kno
- Page 268 and 269: CAUTION:Operating the engine with t
- Page 270 and 271: Automatic Transmission FluidIt is n
- Page 272 and 273: NOTICE:When adding coolant, it is i
- Page 274 and 275: CAUTION:Turning the surge tank pres
- Page 276 and 277: When to Check Power Steering FluidI
- Page 278 and 279: There are only two reasons why the
- Page 280 and 281: NOTICE:Continuing to drive with wor
- Page 282 and 283: High Intensity Discharge (HID) Ligh
- Page 284 and 285: 4. Squeeze the retaining clip toget
- Page 286 and 287: 2. On the outboard side of each low
- Page 288 and 289: Wiper Blade ReplacementWindshield w
- Page 290 and 291: Inflation -- Tire PressureThe Tire-
- Page 292 and 293: CAUTION:Rust or dirt on a wheel, or
- Page 294 and 295: Uniform Tire Quality GradingQuality
- Page 296 and 297: Each new wheel should have the same
- Page 298 and 299: Appearance CareRemember, cleaning p
- Page 300 and 301: Care of Safety BeltsKeep belts clea
- Page 302 and 303: Cleaning Exterior Lamps/LensesUse o
- Page 304 and 305: Finish DamageAny stone chips, fract
- Page 308 and 309: Power Distribution Fuse BlockThis f
- Page 310 and 311: Fuse Usage4 RH and LH Rear Seat Cus
- Page 312 and 313: Relay BoxThe relay box is located o
- Page 314 and 315: Fuse/Relay Usage5 A/C Compressor Re
- Page 316 and 317: Section 7Customer Assistance Inform
- Page 318 and 319: When contacting Cadillac, please re
- Page 320 and 321: GM Mobility Program for Personswith
- Page 322 and 323: Roadside Service AvailabilityWherev
- Page 324 and 325: Courtesy Rental VehicleWhen your ve
- Page 326 and 327: REPORTING SAFETYDEFECTS TO THECANAD
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Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNOTICE:Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicleunless you check with your dealer first. Someelectrical equipment can damage your vehicleand the damage wouldn’t be covered by yourwarranty. Some add-on electrical equipmentcan keep other components from working asthey should.Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting toadd anything electrical to your vehicle, see “ServicingYour Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle” in the Index.Headlamp WiringThe headlamp wiring has several fuses which arepowered by a MaxiFuse . An electrical overload willcause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases toremain off. If this happens, have the headlamp wiringchecked right away.Windshield Wiper FusesIf the windshield wiper motor overheats due to heavysnow or ice, the wipers will stop until the motor cools.If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, besure to have it fixed.Power Windows and Other Power OptionsCircuit breakers protect the power windows and otherpower accessories. When the current load is too heavy,the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting thecircuit until the problem is fixed or goes away.6-56
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