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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Cadillac cars and light trucks from 1990+

General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 1998-2000 -> Leak Test -> Electronic Leak Detectors -> Fluid Leak Detectors
Vehicle: 1999 Cadillac Catera 3.0 V6 GAS

Testing the refrigerant system for leaks is one of the most important phases of troubleshooting. One or more of the methods outlined will prove useful in detecting leaks or checking connections if service work is performed. Before beginning any leak test, attach a manifold gauge set and note pressure. If little or no pressure is indicated, a partial charge must be installed. Check all connections, compressor head gasket, oil filler plug and compressor shaft seal for leaks.

For R-134a system an electronic type leak detector is recommended.

Electronic Leak Detectors
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Cadillac cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Description -> AC-Delco Tandem Diaphragm Type -> Toyota/GM Single Diaphragm Type
Vehicle: 2005 Cadillac STS 4.6 V8 GAS

AC-Delco Tandem Diaphragm Type

This unit utilizes a vacuum power chamber, consisting of a front and rear shell, housing divider, front and rear diaphragm, plate assemblies, hydraulic pushrod and a diaphragm return spring, Fig. .

In normal operating mode, with service brakes in released position, the booster operates with vacuum on both sides of its diaphragms. When brakes are applied, air at atmospheric pressure is admitted to one side of each diaphragm to provide power assist. When the service brake is released, atmospheric air is shut off f...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Cadillac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1980-06 Gasoline Engine Models Except Catera, LeMans (1988-93) Metro, Nova (1985-88), Saturn & Sprint -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2001 Cadillac Seville STS 4.6 V8 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Cadillac cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear (AWD) -> Rear (RWD)
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac STS V 4.4 V8 GAS

Front

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove the propeller shaft heat shield.
  • Remove the propeller shaft CV joint-to-differential flange bolts. Reference mark the location of the propeller shaft constant velocity (CV) joint to the transfer case flange.
  • Install a flat-bladed tool into the notch on the differential flange.
  • Using a flat-bladed tool, carefully move the propeller shaft toward the rear of the vehicle in order to release the propeller shaft CV joint from the differential pinion flange.
  • Remove the propeller shaft CV joint-to-transfer case flange bolts.
  • Install a flat-bladed too...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Cadillac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Replacement -> Installation -> Removal -> Tire Pressure Indicator Sensor
Vehicle: 2005 Cadillac STS 3.6 V6 GAS

Tire Pressure Indicator Sensor

Removal
  • Loosen the lug nuts.
  • Raise and support vehicle with jack stands, then remove the wheel and tire assembly.
  • Prior to dismounting the tire from the wheel, note the following precautions:
    • Position the bead breaking fixture 90° from the valve stem when separating the tire bead from the wheel.
    • Place the mounting and dismounting head so that the tire iron or pry bar can be inserted slightly clockwise of the sensor body when prying the tire bead up and over the head.
    • Rotate the tire and wheel assembly clockwise using the tire changer when transferri...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Cadillac cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 Cadillac Fleetwood 5.7 V8 GAS

If shims are required between starter and engine block, they should be placed in their original location during installation.

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove starter to engine brace and starter ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Cadillac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 2004-09 XLR & 2005-09 Corvette
Vehicle: 2007 Cadillac XLR 4.6 V8 GAS

On 2004-07 models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

On 2008-09 XLR models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 25,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

On 2008-09 Corvette models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 15,000 miles or at Maintenance II as indicated on the DIC (Driver Information Center). In dusty a...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Cadillac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Change Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Fluid Indicator -> 2000 Eldorado, 2000-05 DeVille & Seville
Vehicle: 2001 Cadillac Deville DTS 4.6 V8 GAS

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Cadillac cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2001 Cadillac Deville DHS 4.6 V8 GAS

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Cadillac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT 6.0 V8 GAS

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Cadillac AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Cadillac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Transmission Components Diagram for 2008 Cadillac STS V 4.4 V8 GASTransmission Components Diagram for 2008 Cadillac STS V 4.4 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Automatic Transmission Input Speed Sensor
  • Automatic Transmission Output Speed Sensor
  • Control Valve Assembly
  • Torque Converter Assembly
  • Manual Shaft Detent Lever Assembly
  • Fuel Rail Assembly Diagram for 2002 Cadillac Eldorado ESC 4.6 V8 GASFuel Rail Assembly Diagram for 2002 Cadillac Eldorado ESC 4.6 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Injector
  • Fuel Rail Assembly
  • Fuel Injector Retaining Clip
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Cadillac AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Cadillac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1992 Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special 4.9 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1992 Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special 4.9 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Radio
  • Climate Control Panel
  • Instrument Cluster
  • Fuel Data Center
  • Light Switch
  • 2005 Cadillac STS  4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Cadillac STS 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Transmission Control Module
  • Electronic Brake Control Module
  • Engine Control Module
  • Instrument Panel Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Cadillac AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Cadillac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: INFORMATION ON THE USE OF CUSTOMER CONCERN VERIFICATION SHEETS, COMEBACK PREVENTION, GM TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE INFORMATION FORM (TAC), STRATEGY BASED DIAGNOSTICS (SBD), INTERMITTENT CONCERNS DIAGNOSTICS AND REPEAT REPAIR LOG USE- REVISED
    Vehicle: 1999 Cadillac Catera 3.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: USE OF NITROGEN GAS IN TIRES
    Vehicle: 1999 Cadillac Catera 3.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Cadillac AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Cadillac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Cadillac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Cadillac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Cadillac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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