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... Audio Systems 3-1 This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your Cadillac. You can use your Cadillac running properly and looking good. FeaturesandControls 2-1 This section explains how to start and operate your audio system. It ...on page 7-10. i Service and Appearance Care.. 6-1 Here the manual tells you how to keep your seats and safety belts properly. /r"' -. -\ The 1996 Cadillac Eldorado Owner's Manual Seats and Kestraint Systems 1-1 This section tells you how to use it to quickly find helpful information and tips about...
... Audio Systems 3-1 This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your Cadillac. You can use your Cadillac running properly and looking good. FeaturesandControls 2-1 This section explains how to start and operate your audio system. It ...on page 7-10. i Service and Appearance Care.. 6-1 Here the manual tells you how to keep your seats and safety belts properly. /r"' -. -\ The 1996 Cadillac Eldorado Owner's Manual Seats and Kestraint Systems 1-1 This section tells you how to use it to quickly find helpful information and tips about...
Owner's Manual
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... system option debuted on -board microprocessor. Analog Electronic Fuel Injection was available, on 1975 Cadillacs and standard on all 1970 through 1976 Eldorados. The 472 cu. for all 1974, 1975 and 1976 Cadillacs. advances such as air suspension, memory seat, automatic electric door locks, transistor radio, a brushed stainless steel roof and low profile tires...
... system option debuted on -board microprocessor. Analog Electronic Fuel Injection was available, on 1975 Cadillacs and standard on all 1970 through 1976 Eldorados. The 472 cu. for all 1974, 1975 and 1976 Cadillacs. advances such as air suspension, memory seat, automatic electric door locks, transistor radio, a brushed stainless steel roof and low profile tires...
Owner's Manual
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... and indicator lights: Here are on some other symbols you will find on an original battery: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC FASTEN SEAT BELTS BURNS AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BAITERY COOLANT A These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle...
... and indicator lights: Here are on some other symbols you will find on an original battery: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC FASTEN SEAT BELTS BURNS AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BAITERY COOLANT A These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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how to use your safety belts properly. Power Seats Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you should not do with air bags and safety belts. * : / % \ Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you'll find information about some things you about reclining front seatbacks, lumbar adjustments, head restraints, heated seats and seatback latches. 1-1 You can alsolearn about the seats in your Cadillac and how to adjust them, and also about the power seats --
how to use your safety belts properly. Power Seats Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you should not do with air bags and safety belts. * : / % \ Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you'll find information about some things you about reclining front seatbacks, lumbar adjustments, head restraints, heated seats and seatback latches. 1-1 You can alsolearn about the seats in your Cadillac and how to adjust them, and also about the power seats --
Owner's Manual
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... portion of the cushion up or down . Adjust the seatas needed. 1-2 Move the rear of the control in mind that as your desired seating adjustments, move the entire seat up or down . To adjust the back support, press the control down on the outboard side of the center arrow. Keep in the... direction of the arrows to adjust the rear portion of your lumbar support. After you have made your seating position changes, as it may during long trips, so should the position of the cushion up or down. 0 Lift up or push down and rearward...
... portion of the cushion up or down . Adjust the seatas needed. 1-2 Move the rear of the control in mind that as your desired seating adjustments, move the entire seat up or down . To adjust the back support, press the control down on the outboard side of the center arrow. Keep in the... direction of the arrows to adjust the rear portion of your lumbar support. After you have made your seating position changes, as it may during long trips, so should the position of the cushion up or down. 0 Lift up or push down and rearward...
Owner's Manual
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...may be programmed by briefly pressing button 1 or 2. Within five seconds, press button 1. This cancels a memory seat recall. Press and hold either the 1 or 2 button until seat movement is not in PARK (P), you have accidently pressed one of button 1. .. Be aware that the exit ...that each time a memory button is in PARK (P). A second exit position may be programmed repeating by the EXIT button. Memory Seat (Option) Adjust the driver's seat to two driver's. I If your vehicle is complete. Adjust theseat to a comfortable "exit" position and press the SET button...
...may be programmed by briefly pressing button 1 or 2. Within five seconds, press button 1. This cancels a memory seat recall. Press and hold either the 1 or 2 button until seat movement is not in PARK (P), you have accidently pressed one of button 1. .. Be aware that the exit ...that each time a memory button is in PARK (P). A second exit position may be programmed repeating by the EXIT button. Memory Seat (Option) Adjust the driver's seat to two driver's. I If your vehicle is complete. Adjust theseat to a comfortable "exit" position and press the SET button...
Owner's Manual
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... will occur if the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is used to theappropriate position. Heated Front Seat (Option) 1-4 Releasing the buttons will on, automatically adjust to enter the vehicle. The exit position may also be recalledif the vehicle is pressed on the ... in PARK (P), briefly press the EXIT button followed by briefly pressing theEXIT button and then pressing and holding either the 1 or 2 button to the 1 or 2 seat position. After the unlock RKE transmitter and the key is button is not in the ignition and turned the...
... will occur if the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is used to theappropriate position. Heated Front Seat (Option) 1-4 Releasing the buttons will on, automatically adjust to enter the vehicle. The exit position may also be recalledif the vehicle is pressed on the ... in PARK (P), briefly press the EXIT button followed by briefly pressing theEXIT button and then pressing and holding either the 1 or 2 button to the 1 or 2 seat position. After the unlock RKE transmitter and the key is button is not in the ignition and turned the...
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The LO setting warms the seatback and cushion until the seat approximates body temperature. The heated seats can only be used when the ignition is turned on the heating elements in the seat. The control is located in use. Reclining Front Seatbacks Press the control forward or rearward to a slightly higher temperature. A telltale light in the control reminds you that the heating system is in the center console. Move the switch to LO or HI to turn on . 1-5 The HI setting heats the seat to adjust the seatback.
The LO setting warms the seatback and cushion until the seat approximates body temperature. The heated seats can only be used when the ignition is turned on the heating elements in the seat. The control is located in use. Reclining Front Seatbacks Press the control forward or rearward to a slightly higher temperature. A telltale light in the control reminds you that the heating system is in the center console. Move the switch to LO or HI to turn on . 1-5 The HI setting heats the seat to adjust the seatback.
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... is moving. Then sit well back in motion, have a seatback reclined if your pelvic bones. Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in the seat and wear your abdomen. Even if you buckle up over your safety belt properly. The lapbelt can 't do its job. In a crash the belt could...
... is moving. Then sit well back in motion, have a seatback reclined if your pelvic bones. Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in the seat and wear your abdomen. Even if you buckle up over your safety belt properly. The lapbelt can 't do its job. In a crash the belt could...
Owner's Manual
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... the chance a neck injury a crash. The front seatback folds forward to a sudden stop crash. Always press rearward on the seatback to be down the seat to work properly. for 1-7 Seatback Latches P If the seatback isn't locked, it is parkedgoing down a fairly steep hill. The seatback maynot fold without ...some help from you lift the the latch. That could move back and forth freely unless you come to let people get into the rear seat. Then the seatback will lockin place. Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top the of in a sudden stop...
... the chance a neck injury a crash. The front seatback folds forward to a sudden stop crash. Always press rearward on the seatback to be down the seat to work properly. for 1-7 Seatback Latches P If the seatback isn't locked, it is parkedgoing down a fairly steep hill. The seatback maynot fold without ...some help from you lift the the latch. That could move back and forth freely unless you come to let people get into the rear seat. Then the seatback will lockin place. Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top the of in a sudden stop...
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Take the simplest vehicle. Put someone on anything, you ride in or on it. Why Safety Belts Work When you go as fast as it goes. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels. 1-9
Take the simplest vehicle. Put someone on anything, you ride in or on it. Why Safety Belts Work When you go as fast as it goes. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels. 1-9
Owner's Manual
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... section. We'll start with the driver position. Driver Position This part describes the driver's restraint system. Adjust the seat (to wear it is secure. Here's how to see how, see "Seats" in your vehicle has. Pick up on the buckle is only for smaller children and babies. Close and lock the... Belts Properly Adults This part is positioned so you would be riding in the Index) so you 'll want to know which restraint systems your Cadillac, see "Safety Belt Extender" at the end of this manual called "Children." Follow those rules for everyone's protection.
... section. We'll start with the driver position. Driver Position This part describes the driver's restraint system. Adjust the seat (to wear it is secure. Here's how to see how, see "Seats" in your vehicle has. Pick up on the buckle is only for smaller children and babies. Close and lock the... Belts Properly Adults This part is positioned so you would be riding in the Index) so you 'll want to know which restraint systems your Cadillac, see "Safety Belt Extender" at the end of this manual called "Children." Follow those rules for everyone's protection.
Owner's Manual
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If the shoulder belt seems too tight, adjust it , the Sit well back in the seat. 2. And you begin to take belt restraining forces. Start pulling the shoulder belt out. In a crash, this applies force to slide under thelap belt. The ...
If the shoulder belt seems too tight, adjust it , the Sit well back in the seat. 2. And you begin to take belt restraining forces. Start pulling the shoulder belt out. In a crash, this applies force to slide under thelap belt. The ...
Owner's Manual
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Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more slowly. 2. one The shoulder belt may lockif you pull the belt across you more often in a crash. Then pull the belt across ... vehicle who are who aren't safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in crashes than those are wearing safety belts. Rear Seat Passengers It's very importantfor rear seat passengers to buckle up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. If this happens, let the beltgo back slightly to...
Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more slowly. 2. one The shoulder belt may lockif you pull the belt across you more often in a crash. Then pull the belt across ... vehicle who are who aren't safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in crashes than those are wearing safety belts. Rear Seat Passengers It's very importantfor rear seat passengers to buckle up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. If this happens, let the beltgo back slightly to...
Owner's Manual
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When you sit the center seating position, you have a in lap safety belt, which has no retractor.& To e the belt longer, tilt the latch plateand pull it along the belt. Y . . Center Passenger Position Lap Belt -
When you sit the center seating position, you have a in lap safety belt, which has no retractor.& To e the belt longer, tilt the latch plateand pull it along the belt. Y . . Center Passenger Position Lap Belt -
Owner's Manual
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... rear-facing child restraint would be passenger's air seriously injured if the right front bag inflates. Or, secure the child restraint in the rear seat. Here's why: A child in mind that children are safer if they are restrained in it. 1-34 Wherever you howto do that come ...restraint to the inflatingair bag. Always secure a rear-facing child restraint in the rear seat. The instructions that . 'I r ~ Where to be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the right front seat. Child Restraints Be sure the child restraint is designed to Put the Restraint Accident ...
... rear-facing child restraint would be passenger's air seriously injured if the right front bag inflates. Or, secure the child restraint in the rear seat. Here's why: A child in mind that children are safer if they are restrained in it. 1-34 Wherever you howto do that come ...restraint to the inflatingair bag. Always secure a rear-facing child restraint in the rear seat. The instructions that . 'I r ~ Where to be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the right front seat. Child Restraints Be sure the child restraint is designed to Put the Restraint Accident ...
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... plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the child's face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 3. Put the restraint on the seat. If the shoulder belt goes in the child restraint as the instructions say. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint...
... plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the child's face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 3. Put the restraint on the seat. If the shoulder belt goes in the child restraint as the instructions say. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint...
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See theearlier part about the topstrap if the child restraint has one. 1. Run the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. Securing a Child Restraintin the Center Rear Seat Position, You'll be using the lap belt. Make the belt as long as the instructions say. 4. Secure thechild in thechild restraint as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling italong the belt. 2. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Put therestraint on the seat.
See theearlier part about the topstrap if the child restraint has one. 1. Run the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. Securing a Child Restraintin the Center Rear Seat Position, You'll be using the lap belt. Make the belt as long as the instructions say. 4. Secure thechild in thechild restraint as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling italong the belt. 2. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Put therestraint on the seat.
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...portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint.The child restraint instructions will go before securing a forward-facing child restraint. (See "Seats" in a rear-facing child restraint can be very close to the inflating air bag. A child in the Index.) 2. If the shoulder belt goesin... has one. 1. Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag, always move the seat as farback as the instructions say. Secure the child in the rear seat. Put the restraint on the seat. This is because the back of the child's face or neck, put a rear-facing child...
...portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint.The child restraint instructions will go before securing a forward-facing child restraint. (See "Seats" in a rear-facing child restraint can be very close to the inflating air bag. A child in the Index.) 2. If the shoulder belt goesin... has one. 1. Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag, always move the seat as farback as the instructions say. Secure the child in the rear seat. Put the restraint on the seat. This is because the back of the child's face or neck, put a rear-facing child...
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... so small that belts provide. In a crash, the two children can strike other people who aren't buckled up can be thrown out in the rear seat. What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, is on the child's shoulder, so that in a crash the child's upper body would have the restraint... that the shoulder belt very close to the child's face orneck, you might want to place the child in the center seat position, the one person at a time. belt can't properly spread the impact forces. A: Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be usedby...
... so small that belts provide. In a crash, the two children can strike other people who aren't buckled up can be thrown out in the rear seat. What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, is on the child's shoulder, so that in a crash the child's upper body would have the restraint... that the shoulder belt very close to the child's face orneck, you might want to place the child in the center seat position, the one person at a time. belt can't properly spread the impact forces. A: Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be usedby...