2000 Cadillac Seville Owner's Manual
Year:
2000
Make:
Cadillac
Model:
Seville
Rating:
Table of Contents
- 2000 Cadillac Seville Owner's Manual
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24-hour Roadside Assistance
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Copyright General Motors Corp. 1999
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Table of Contents:
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1. Seats and Restraint Systems
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2. Features and Controls
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3. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
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4. Your Driving and the Road
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5. Problems on the Road
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6. Service and Appearance Care
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7. Customer Assistance Information
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For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual:
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How to Use this Manual
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Safety Warnings and Symbols
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Vehicle Damage Warnings
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Vehicle Symbols
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Service Station Guide
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Section 1 Seats and Restraint System
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Seats and Seat Controls
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Power Seats
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Four Way Power Lumbar Control (If Equipped)
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Massaging Lumbar (If Equipped)
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Adaptive Seat Control (If Equipped) Adaptive Massage (If Equipped)
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Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel (Option)
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Heated Seats (Option)
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Reclining Front Seatbacks
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Head Restraints
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Safety Belts: They re for Everyone
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Why Safety Belts Work
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Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers
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How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
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Adults
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Driver Position
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Lap-Shoulder Belt
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Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
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Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
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Right Front Passenger Position
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Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) Systems
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How the Air Bag Systems Work
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Where are the air bags?
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When should an air bag inflate?
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What makes an air bag inflate?
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How does an air bag restrain?
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What will you see after an air bag inflates?
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Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
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Safety Belt Pretensioners
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Rear Seat Passengers
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Rear Seat Passenger Positions
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Lap-Shoulder Belt
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Children
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Smaller Children and Babies
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Child Restraints
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Where to Put the Restraint
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Top Strap
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Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position
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Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
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Larger Children
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Safety Belt Extender
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Checking Your Restraint Systems
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Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash
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Section 2 Features and Controls
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Keys
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Door Locks
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Central Door Unlocking System
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Power Door Locks
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Automatic Door Locks
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To Use One of These Locks
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To Open a Rear Door with the Security Lock
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To Cancel the Rear Door Lock
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Anti-Lockout Feature
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Leaving Your Vehicle
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
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Operation
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Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle
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Battery Replacement
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Resynchronization
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Trunk
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Trunk Lock Release
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Rear Seat Pass-Through Door (If Equipped)
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Trunk Lid Tie Down (If Equipped)
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Theft
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Key in the Ignition
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Parking at Night
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Parking Lots
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Theft-Deterrent System
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Testing the Alarm Valet Lock
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PASS-Key III
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New Vehicle Break-In
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Ignition Positions
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Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
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Starting Your Engine
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Starting Your Northstar V8 Engine
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Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
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To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
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Automatic Transaxle Operation
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Performance Shift Display (STS Only)
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Parking Brake
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Shifting Into PARK (P)
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Console Shift Lever
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Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running
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Torque Lock
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Shifting Out of PARK (P)
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Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)( Option)
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How the System Works
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Parking Over Things That Burn
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Engine Exhaust
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Running Your Engine While You re Parked
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Windows
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Power Windows
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Express-Down Window
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Rear Window Lockout
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Horn
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Tilt Wheel
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Power Tilt and Telescopic Wheel (Option)
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Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
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Turn and Lane Change Signals
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Headlamp High/Low Beam
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Flash-To-Pass
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Windshield Wipers
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Rainsense Wipers (If Equipped)
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Setting Cruise Control
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Resuming a Set Speed
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Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
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Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
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Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
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Using Cruise Control on Hills
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Ending Cruise Control
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Erasing Speed Memory
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Exterior Lamps
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Parking Lamps
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Headlamps
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Wiper- Activated Headlamps
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Lamps On Reminder
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Daytime Running Lamps
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Fog Lamps (STS Only)
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Cornering Lamps
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Twilight Sentinel
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Light Sensor
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Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
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Interior Lamps
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Instrument Panel Intensity/ Brightness Control
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Interior Lamps Control
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Illuminated Entry
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Parade Dimming
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Reading Lamps
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Battery Load Management
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Inadvertent Power Battery Saver
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Cleaning the Photocells
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Mirror Operation
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Time Delay
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Compass Operation
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Compass Calibration
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Compass Variance
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Power Remote Control Mirror (Heated)
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Driver s Outside Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
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Convex Outside Mirror
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Curb View Assist Mirror (If Equipped)
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Storage Compartments
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Glove Box
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Map Pocket
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Center Console Storage
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Rear Storage Armrest
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Wastebasket
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Convenience Net
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Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter (Option)
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Front Ashtray
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Rear Ashtray
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Cigarette Lighter
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Sun Visors
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Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror
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Accessory Power Outlets
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Cellular Telephone (Option)
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OnStar System (If Equipped)
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Assist Handles
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Garment Hooks
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Umbrella Holder (If Equipped)
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Floor Mats
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Sunroof (Option)
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HomeLink Transmitter
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Programming the HomeLink Transmitter
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Operating the HomeLink Transmitter
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Rolling Code Programming (If Equipped)
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Erasing Channels
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Accessories
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The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System
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Trip Odometer
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Display Mode
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English/Metric Display
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Engine Speed Limiter
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Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
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Safety Belt Reminder Light
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Air Bag Readiness Light
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Charging System Light
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Brake System Warning and Park Brake Indicator Light
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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
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Traction Control System Warning Light
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Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
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If the Light Is Flashing
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If the Light Is On Steady
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Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
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Oil Pressure Light
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Security Light
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Cruise Control Light
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Fog Lamp Light (STS Only)
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Lights On Reminder Light
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Fuel Gage
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Driver Information Center (DIC)
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DIC Controls and Displays
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Driver Information Center (DIC) Messages
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Vehicle Programming and Personalization Features (If Equipped)
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Entering FEATURE PROGRAMMING
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Remote Recall Memory (If Equipped)
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Key in Recall (If Equipped)
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Auto Exit Seat (If Equipped)
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Auto Exit Steering Wheel (If Equipped)
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Lights Flash at Unlock
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Lights Flash at Lock
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Horn Sounds at Lock
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Exterior Lights at Unlock
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Doors Lock in Gear
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Driver Unlock in PARK (P)
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Driver Unlock Key Off
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Doors Unlock in PARK (P)
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Doors Unlock Key Off
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Mirror To Curb In Reverse (If Equipped)
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Driver s Names Set/Recall (If Equipped)
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Comfort Controls and Radio System Personalization
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Continuous Variable Road Sensing Suspension (CVRSS)
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Oil Life Indicator
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Navigation (Option)
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Navigation Display and Controls
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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
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Comfort Controls
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Climate Control Panel
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Driver s Side Temperature Knob
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Passenger s Side Temperature Knob
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Automatic Operation
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Manual Operation
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Electronic Solar Sensor
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Air Conditioning
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Heating
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Defrosting and Defogging
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Rear Window Defogger
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Ventilation System
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Rear Ventilation
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Ventilation Tips
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Passenger Compartment Air Filter
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HVAC Steering Wheel Controls
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Climate Control Personalization (If Equipped)
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Audio Systems
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Setting the Clock
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AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Setting the Tone
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Adjusting the Speakers
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Playing a Cassette Tape
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Playing a Compact Disc
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AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data Systems (RDS) and Digital Signal Processing (DSP) (If Equipped)
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Using RDS Mode
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Setting the Tone
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Using DSP Mode
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Adjusting the Speakers
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Playing a Cassette Tape
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Playing a Compact Disc
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AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and MiniDisc Player with Radio Data Systems (RDS) and Digital Signal Processing (DSP) (If Equipped)
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Using RDS Mode
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Setting the Tone
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Using DSP Mode
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Adjusting the Speakers
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Playing a Cassette Tape
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Playing a MiniDisc
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AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Radio Data Systems (RDS) with Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and Communiport Infotainment S
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Using RDS Mode
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Setting the Tone
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Using DSP Mode
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Adjusting the Speakers
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Playing a Cassette Tape
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Communiport Multimedia System
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Internet Access
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Palm Pilot Products
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Palm PC Products
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Receiving and Sending E-Mail
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Cellular Phone Reception
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Text Based Information Services
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Programming for News/Information Updates
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Programming for an Immediate Information Update
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Viewing the News/Information
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Vehicle Control
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Radio Data Systems (RDS) Program Type (PTY) Selections
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Navigation/Radio System (Option)
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CD Adapter Kits
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Console-Mounted CD Changer (Option)
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Compact Disc Changer Errors
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Radio Personalization with Home and Away Feature (If Equipped)
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Theft-Deterrent Feature
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Audio Steering Wheel Controls
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Understanding Radio Reception
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AM
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FM Stereo
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Weather Band (If Equipped)
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Tips About Your Audio System
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Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
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Care of Your Compact Discs
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Care of Your Compact Disc Player
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Diversity Antenna System
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Section 4 Your Driving and the Road
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Defensive Driving
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Drunken Driving
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Control of a Vehicle
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Braking
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Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
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Using Anti- Lock
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Braking in Emergencies
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Traction Control System
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Steering
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Power Steering
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Magnasteer (If Equipped)
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Steering Tips
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Driving on Curves
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Steering in Emergencies
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Off-Road Recovery
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Passing
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Loss of Control
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Skidding
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Driving at Night
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Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
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Hydroplaning
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Driving Through Deep Standing Water
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Driving Through Flowing Water
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Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
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City Driving
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Freeway Driving
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Before Leaving on a Long Trip
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Highway Hypnosis
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Hill and Mountain Roads
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Winter Driving
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Driving on Snow or Ice
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If You re Caught in a Blizzard
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Recreational Vehicle Towing
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Loading Your Vehicle
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Electronic Level Control
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Towing a Trailer
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If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
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Weight of the Trailer
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Weight of the Trailer Tongue
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Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires
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Hitches
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Safety Chains
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Trailer Brakes
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Driving with a Trailer
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Following Distance
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Passing
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Backing Up
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Making Turns
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Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
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Driving On Grades
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Parking on Hills
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When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill
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Maintenance When Trailer Towing
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Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
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Section 5 Problems on the Road
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Hazard Warning Flashers
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Other Warning Devices
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Jump Starting
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Towing Your Vehicle
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Engine Overheating
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Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
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If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
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If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
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Cooling System
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How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
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If a Tire Goes Flat
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Changing a Flat Tire
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Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
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Removing the Wheel Cover
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Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
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Storing the Flat Tire and Tools
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Storing the Spare Tire and Tools
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Compact Spare Tire
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If You re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
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Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
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Service
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Doing Your Own Service Work
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Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
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Fuel
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Fuels in Foreign Countries
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Filling Your Tank
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Filling a Portable Fuel Container
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Checking Things Under the Hood
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Hood Release
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Underhood Lamp
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Engine Oil
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Checking Engine Oil
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When to Add Engine Oil
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What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
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Engine Oil Additives
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When to Change Engine Oil
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How to Reset the Oil Life Indicator
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What to Do with Used Oil
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Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
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Automatic Transaxle Fluid
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Checking the Fluid Level
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How to Add Fluid
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How to Reset the Transaxle Fluid Change Indicator
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Engine Coolant
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Adding Coolant
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Surge Tank Pressure Cap
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Power Steering Fluid
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When to Check Power Steering Fluid
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How to Check Power Steering Fluid
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What to Use
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Windshield Washer Fluid
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What to Use
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Adding Washer Fluid
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What to Add
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Brake Wear
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Brake Pedal Travel
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Brake Adjustment
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Replacing Brake System Parts
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Battery
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Vehicle Storage
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Bulb Replacement
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Halogen Bulbs
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Headlamps
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Headlamp Aiming
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Headlamp Horizontal Aiming
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Headlamp Vertical Aiming
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Front Turn Signal Lamps
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Rear Turn Signal Lamps and Taillamps
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Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
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Tires
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Inflation -- Tire Pressure
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When to Check
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When It s Time for New Tires
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Treadwear
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Traction -- AA, A, B, C
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Temperature -- A, B, C
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Used Replacement Wheels
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Tire Chains
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Appearance Care
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Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
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Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet
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Cleaning Vinyl
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Cleaning Leather
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Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
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Cleaning Interior Plastic Components
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Cleaning Wood Panels
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Cleaning Speaker Covers
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Care of Safety Belts
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Cleaning Glass Surfaces
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Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades
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Weatherstrips
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Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
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Washing Your Vehicle
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Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
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Finish Care
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Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome- Plated Wheels (If Equipped)
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Cleaning Tires
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Sheet Metal Damage
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Finish Damage
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Underbody Maintenance
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Chemical Paint Spotting
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GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
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Engine Identification
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Service Parts Identification Label
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Electrical System
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Add-On Electrical Equipment
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Headlamp Wiring
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Windshield Wiper Fuses
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Power Windows and Other Power Options
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Fuses and Circuit Breakers
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Underhood Junction Block
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Rear Underseat Bussed Electrical Center (BEC)
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Removing the Rear Seat Cushion
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Replacement Bulbs
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Capacities and Specifications
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Engine Specifications
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Wheel Nut Torque
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Capacities
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
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Vehicle Dimensions
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Section 7 Customer Assistance Information
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Customer Satisfaction Procedure
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Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
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Customer Assistance Offices
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United States
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Canada
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All Overseas Locations
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Caribbean Numbers
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GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities
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Roadside Service
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Cadillac Owner Privileges
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Roadside Service Availability
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Reaching Roadside Service
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Roadside Service for the Hearing or Speech Impaired
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Courtesy Transportation
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Plan Ahead When Possible
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Transportation Options
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Shuttle Service
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Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement
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Courtesy Rental Vehicle
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Additional Program Information
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Warranty Information
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS
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Ordering Owner Publications in Canada
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2000 Cadillac Seville Overview
Introduction
The 2000 Cadillac Seville is a remarkable blend of luxury, performance, and cutting-edge technology that defines the essence of American sedans. As a flagship model for Cadillac, the Seville showcases a timeless design and an inviting interior that appeals to drivers who appreciate both comfort and elegance. With its bold presence and refinement, this vehicle encapsulates the prestige synonymous with the Cadillac brand.
Powertrains
The 2000 Cadillac Seville offers two impressive powertrain options designed to cater to various driving preferences. The standard configuration comes with a powerful 4.6-liter Northstar V8 engine, producing an exhilarating 300 horsepower. For those who desire enhanced performance, an optional supercharged version of the Northstar V8 delivers a staggering 440 lb-ft of torque, ensuring a remarkable driving experience. Both engines are coupled with a smooth-shifting 4-speed automatic transmission, providing seamless transitions for an effortless ride.
Trims
This model presents an array of trims to suit diverse tastes and needs, including the luxury-oriented Seville SLS and the sportier Seville STS. The SLS places an emphasis on comfort, while the STS is designed for performance enthusiasts, boasting additional handling features and a more aggressive stance. Each trim balances luxury and sportiness, offering various interior options and customizations to enhance driver satisfaction.
Features
The 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with an impressive range of standard and optional features, including leather upholstery, heated front seats, a premium sound system, and an advanced climate control system. Safety features such as anti-lock brakes, traction control, and front and rear crumple zones ensure peace of mind for drivers and passengers alike. The Seville also boasts available navigation systems, making it a tech-savvy choice for the era.
Owner's Manual
The owner's manual for the 2000 Cadillac Seville serves as a comprehensive guide for maintaining and operating this luxury sedan. It provides essential information on vehicle features, maintenance schedules, troubleshooting tips, and safety guidelines. Designed to enhance the ownership experience, the manual lays the groundwork for long-lasting enjoyment of this iconic vehicle.
User manual download
The Cadillac Seville owner manual for the 2000 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2000 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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