Cadillac Cadillac 1973 User manual

IMPORTANT OPERATING, SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
OWN ER'S MANUAL
1973

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1973 CADILLAC
OWNER'S MANUAL
All information, illustrations and specifications contained in
this manual are based on the latest product information avail·
able at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make
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changes at any time without notice.
For vehicles sold in Canada, substitute the name General
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Motors of Canada, wherever the name Cadillac Motor
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Car Division appears in this manual.
SERVICE DEPARTMENT
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CADILLAC MOTOR CAR OIVISION
General Motors Corporation
Oetroit, Michigan 48232
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It>General Motors Corporation 1972
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SECTION
BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAOILLAC
STARTING ANO OPERATING
•STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS
• FLOOR CONTROLS
• INSTRUMENT PANEL
• OTHER CONTROLS AND FEATURES
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
APPEARANCE CARE
SERVICE ANO MAINTENANCE
SPECIFICATIONS, OWNER ASSISTANCE,
INOEX, GAS STATION INFORMATION
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1973 CADILLAC KEYS
• KEY WITH SQUARE EAD (STAMPEO
"E") - for ignition switch ~ door locks.
• KEY WITH OVAL HEAD ST
for glove compartment and tnI
The code number 01 each key is
"knock out" plug in the key head. Your
Dealer removed these plugs and placed
the spare set of keys in the special key ...... '0'"
that was given to you at time of delivery.
1. Lock all doors.
2. Position seat and adjust head restraints.
3. Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
4. Fasten seat belts.
5. Check that "GEN" and "STOP ENG.·OIL"
warning bulbs light when key is turned to
start position.
6. Be sure you understand your car and how to
operate it safely.
Keys
BEFORE ORIVING OFF
Two separate keys are provided for your car. Each
key has adifferent cross section so that it can be
inserted only in certain locks.
J SECTIO
Driver checklist
BEFORE ENTERING CAR
1. See that windows, mirrors and lights are
clean.
2. Visually note inflation condition of tires.
3. Check that area to TeaT is clear if about to
back up.
Instructions an"d suggestions on proper operation
and care are contained in this Owner's Manual.
Please refer to it as frequently as needed to help
maintain the performance and value of your
Cadillac.
For pro~eetion of your Owner's Manual, a vinyl
storage case is provided. This case is a convenient
container for other booklets, folders, and papers
that pertain to your Cadillac.

On ElDORADO styles, an interior door handle
is provided near the rear of the right door armrest
for the convenieoce of rear seat passengers.
On the FlEETWOOD SEVENTY·FIVE
LIMOUSINE style, a separate key is provided lor
the lock on the right hand rear door. This key is
coded specifically for that door and the head is
notched for identification.
may be opened. Avoid pushing on door glass
when opening or closing doors.
REMINDER: Always lock the dOD" .men
driving, for greater security in the event of an
aa:ident and for security against entry by
unwelcome persons while moment_ily
stopped.
Power door locks
A power door lock control (on cars so equipped) is
located on each front door armrest switch panel.
To lock or unlock all doors simultaneously, press
either switch lever toward or away from the word
"LOCK".
On FLEETWOOD SEVENTY~FIVE lIMOU·
SINES the door lock switch located on the left
POWER DOOR LOCK CDNTROL
• When the door is locked, movement of the
inside door handle does not unlock or open
the door. Door must be unlocked before it
Door locks
To lock any car door from the outside, depress the
interior door lock bunon and close door. The out·
side door handle bunon does not need to be
depressed to lock the door.
The front doo" may be locked and unlocked
with the square head key Lock doors from inside
by depressing the m.tor door lock bunon.
Unlock by raising tho bunon.
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To U DC mstrt ovJl hem key and rotate
one-qu.ur tum doc. wise to the unlocked
position. An a:tditlonal quarter turn opens
the door.
• To lock: insert key and rotate fully counter-
clockwise.
• Key may be removed in either locked or un-
locked position.
Glove c<H1'panrment
T_E GLOVE COMPART~
E T-E EY FROM THE
I ECESSARY TO
TID KEY WITH AN
For your protection:
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Record the numbers on the key envelope
and discard the key plugs.
• Keep the key envel. a safe place such as
yoor wallet OT .. E CA R~
In the event Iy1 nlost. duplicates
can be made ,Ilot .sm th using
the key c

the ignition
five seconds,
front door armrest operates only to lock the
doors. An additional door lock switch (on the
right rear door) locks and unlocks all doors.
Cadillac theft deterrent system
The theft deterrent system (on cars so equipped) is
controlled by the ignition switch and a selector
switch located in the top panel of the glove com·
partment. A label inside the glove compartment
door indicates the "ARM ENABLE" and "ARM
PREVENT" selector positions. If activated, the
alarm intermittently operates the car's horn and
parking, tail, and side marker lights.
SYSTEM OPERATION
• With ignition on, set deterrent system
selector (in glove compartment) to "ARM
ENABLE" position and lock steering column.
The system "arms" in 1-1/2 to 2 minutes. If a
car door is opened within this period and left
open beyond normal arming time, the system
arms aher the door is closed.
• When armed, the system immediately sounds
horns and flashes lights intermittently for
three to seven minutes if hood, glow com·
partment or trunk is opened. Also use of
most electrical systems that operate with igni-
tion off such brake lights, headlights, hazard
flasher, etc., will cause immediate activation.
Opening any car door or switching on any
courtesy light activates the system after
approximately 15 seconds delay. This delay
period is sufficient for the driver 10 enter the
car and disarm the system.
• "0 I SA RM ING" requires unlocking the
ignition switch and turning it to the RUN
posjtion (ignition on) within 15 seconds after
opening a door. Switching the deterrent
system selector to "ARM PREVENT" does
not disarm the system when armed, but
instead activates hom and lights immediately.
SYSTEM FEATURES ANO TIPS
• For continuous use of the deterrent system,
selector may be left in "ARM ENABLE".
• The system may be continuously prevented
from arming by switching the selector to
"ARM PREVENT" any time the ignition
sWitch is in the RUN position or within 30
seconds after turning ignition off.
• The system may be prevented from arming
during one parking period with the selector in
"ARM ENABLE" by
switch to ACCESSORY
then locking the igOl'
•If persons remain I ar. or If hood or
trunk is to be open I perkmg, the
system may be t."'II .... r" .... rmod to pre-
vent activation. T be done either by
use of the ACe ypogtlon before
locking the ignitlO or opening a car door
before the syst wned and leavmg It
open.
THEFT DETERRENT SELECTOR

•If the system is activated, it may be shut
down only by unlocking the ignition switch
and turning it to RUN position. Selecting
"ARM PREVENT" does not de-activate the
system. The system shuts down automatically
after three to seven minutes, but remains
armed and will re-activate as noted under
System Operation.
Luggage compartment
The lid on the luggage compartment is counter-
balanced for easy opening and has a key-lock
release.
To open the lid:
• Rotate the Cadillac crest covering the lock
cylinder counterclockwise until it latches.
• Insert the oval head key.
• Turn the key in a clockwise direction to re-
lease the lid_
An interior light illuminates the luggage com-
partment when the lid is raised. To close and lock
the trunk lid:
• Remove the key which allows the crest to
sprine back to its normal, closed position.
REMOTE CONTROL TRUNK RELEASE
• Pull the lid down to a position six or eight
inches from closing.
• Push the lid down firmly_
Remote control trunk lock
The remote control trunk lock (on cars so
equipped) permits unlocking and raising the trunk
lid from inside the car.
• To open trunk, press release button located
inside glove box door opening at upper left.
An amber "TRUNK" warning light on the
right side of the instrument cluster glows
with the trunk open and ignition in RU
position. Raise trunk lid fully before latching
in order to activate the pull·down and latch
mechanism. The trunk lid also unlocks in the
conventional manner using the oval head key.
• To close trunk, lower lid and push it down
until latched - DO NOT SLAM_ The pull-
down and latch mechanism pulls the lid fully
down.
• Keep glove compartment locked when leaving
car unattended to prevent unwanted entry
into the trunk.
An automatic trunk lid release without the
pull-down feature and warning light, is available as
a dealer-installed accessory.
Folding seat-back latches
Two·door styles are equipped with mechanisms
that latch the front seat-backs in the upright posi-
tion. A latch release located on each front seat·
back permits unlatching in order to fold the seat
back forward, Keep seat belts and buckles clear of
mechanism when tilting folding seats forward or
backward, to prevent damage to these belt f5l
restraints. ~

• To unlatch when ,",uipped with standard
door locks: rotate the retease lever (located
on the outer side panel of each front seat·
back) rearward and fold the .. at·back for·
ward.
• When ,",uipped with power door locks: open·
ing a door automatically unlatches the front
seat·back latch on that side. In addition. a
manual release is located at the rear of each
front seat·back. To unlmh the front seal·
back manuallv. lift the manual release knob.
• Lltchlllg: relurn the selt·back to the upr"'t
pOSItIon (manual door locks). If '"'U pped
WIth power door locks. closing the door
Iltch .. the fronl selt back.
Front seat adjustment
MANUALLY OPERATED SEATS
• Move the lever (located on the driver's ..
side cushion panel) forward to release
adjuster.
• Adjust seat to the most comfortable dr
posUion.
• Release the lever 10 lock the seat In th!S poD-
lion.
The seat back also tilts forward or reltWlrd
slightly when the seat IS moved.
CAUTION: 00 not Idlust a manuallv
operated dri ..... ·s seat while the c.- ,s
mOVing-the seat could move unexplCtedlv.
cauSinG loss of control.
ELECTRICALL Y OPERATED SEATS
TWO·WAY CO TROL
• on the drive,'s
til Ihe dirtetion of
C fort ... u have a
IE CDntrol for the drlWl"s seat
co 01 for the passenger's seat
,de,ed with aViulable Six-way
SI A CO TROL
A-way control is located on the side
QI IOn panel of seats so equipped.
SIX WAY SEAT CONTROL

or down co
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• Move the center swllch lever forward or back·
ward to control fore Ind 1ft seat movement.
• Move the center switch tever up or dCM'n to
control height of the entire ••.
• Move the front switch r liP or down to
raise or lower the front of JOtlOd to tilt
the .. at·back accordmgly
• Move the rear sMtch lever
adjust the rear portion of
Rear seat filler panel
CAUTION. The 1,IIer p IIIe rear
seat and the rear window t be used
for storage-even of ''''11 small art~
deL They m,ght bOC~::;'~ project,les
during I collision or larver Items
mlY also reduct VISIon t
Coat hooles
All Cadillacs, except cOlM!rt,bles, we equipped
with two coat hooks, one on each inside roof rail,
above the rear Windows.
REMINDER: Avoid hanging objects on the
right hand coat hook in such a way that you
block the driver's viSion to the right rear
quarter.
Power windows
Pov.er wmdows can be operated only when the
ignition switch is tn 1M RUN position.
REMINDER R e th. 'gOlt,on key when
the vehicle is not.n dod by a responsible
person.
POWER WI DOW MASTER CO TROL
The power window master control is located on
the left front door Irmrest The control switches
are positioned to correspond with the windows
they control-the left Iront switch lor the loft
front door Window, etc. Individual switches It!
provIded under each window for passenger use.
Controls for both rear door windows on the
Fleetwood Seventy·Fivo Sedan and limoogne
styles are located on the side trim panel abO¥!
each ftlr armrest
On the limousine style, the driver's master
control sWl1ches for the rear door windows oper·
ate only to close the windows.
FLEETWOOO 75
REAR WINOOW CONTROLS

WINDOW LoCK·oUT SWITCH
The window lock-oul switch at the window master
control has two positions:
•"NORMAL": all windows may be operated
by the master controls or the individual
window switches (ignition switch in "RUN"
position).
•"LOCK": windows may be operated by the
master controls, but the individual switches
are in'operative (ignition switch in "RUN"
position).
limousine Partition Glass-Individual controls are
mounted with the rear door window switches.
These switches remain operative when the window
lock-out switch is in the "LOCK" position.
Rear View Mirrors
INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR
To raise or lower. grasp mirror and exert sufficient
pressure by pushing or pulling to move mirror up
or down.
The mirror support has dual pivots that permit
f8l you to move the mirror sideways, UP. or down
~ within the range of adjustment.
• Switch mirror to night position to reduce
91 ... from following headlights.
REMOTE CONTROL OUTSIDE REAR
VIEW MIRROR
Your Cadillac is equipped with aremote-contr
outside rear view mirror on the driver's side of the
car. Movement of the control knob inside the car,
on the left front door armrest, allows you to
adjust the mirror to suit your requirements.
The remote control for the right-hand outside
rear view mirror (if your car is so equipped) is
located on the instrument cluster side panel to the
right of the radio area.
LEFT MIRROR AND CONTk
NOTE: Scraping ice from the mirror face
could cause permanent damage. For removal
of ice, use a de-icer (spray type, blower type,
etc.).
RIGHT MIRROR REMOTE CONTROL

pu ling up
DETENT"
Head restraints
• Head restraints are designed to help reduce
injuries due to "whiplash:'
• Select one of the two POSitIOns-UP or
down-that places the top of e head re-
straint closest to the top of your UB.
• Do not use head restraint above up detent
position.
• Head restraint can be rIised
until you feel it click into
position.
• To lower; release latch at b_ 0 supporting
rod and push down on res
HEAD RESTRAINT LATCH
• Do not operate vehicle with head restraints
removed, since occupants lose the protection
provided.
One buckle lop/shoulder belt
system
Your Cadillac is IllU pod with a"One Buckle"
seat belt syst.... T e "One Buckle" System
reatures one buckle for IP and shoulder belts and
includes a "FASTE SEAT BElT" reminder light
and bUlzer designed to remind you if you start to
drive May wllhout flS! ,ng your lap belt. The
"FASTEN SEAT BELT" reminder light Ind
buzzer also operate un6tr these conditions if the
right front p .... _ doos not fasten his lap belt.
For information on aw to use the system in your
car please consult 'mlt.nal under the proper
heading on the folio ng p-.
LAP BElTS
•
Adjust front seat to sabsfaction of driver and
sit erect and well back in seat.
• In a singte mObon, pull webbing across lap far
enough to permit inserting metal latch plate
end of seat belt ,nto the buckle. until a snIP
is heard. If not pulled out far enough to
reach, let belt rewind into the retractor to
release lock mechanism. so belt can be, pulled
out to the proper length.
• Position belt across lap as LOW ON HIPS as
possible. To reduce risk of ~iding under belt
during In accident, adjust to a SNUG FIT by
pulling belt firmly across lap in direction of
retractor so it can take up slack.
CAUTION. A snug fIt and I low lap belt
position If. '-ltial to lessen the chane. of
injury In th. IYmt of an Iccldent because this
s",.d. the force lXerted by the lap balt to I
colhsion om the strong hip bone structure
rather thin IUOSS the soft Ibdominallr •.
LAP AND SHOULDER BELTS

Seat belt buckles are located close to the seat to
provide shoulder belt attaching points that reduce
the tendency of shoulder belts to pull the lap belt
upward in the event of frontal impact.
• Seating positions next to side windows have
retractors which are designed to automati-
cally take up excess webbing and maintain
tension on the lap belt.
• Lap betts at center seating positions should
be positioned and secured as above, and ad-
justed to. SNUG FIT by pulling on the end
of the belt extending from the adjustable
latch plate.
• To lengthen a lap belt at center seating
positions place adjustable latch plate at right
angles to the belt webbing and pull on latch
ADJUSTING LAP BELT
BELT LENGTH ADJUSTMENT
plate; belt should then slide easily thro
the adjustable latch plate.
o To unfasten lap belts, depress push button III
center of buckle.
NOTE: Take care not to let the lap belt twist
while it is being rewound into the retractor.
The bulk of the twisted belt may cause the
retractor to jam so it will not rewind further
while at the same time the retractor's locking
mechanism prevents the belt from being Mth·
drawn. If a belt should become jammed, you
may be able to rele ... it by pulling the belt
out far enough to untwist it. Otherwise, the
retractor will require servicing.
CAUTION: To lessen the
the ewnt of an accident -
belt for more than one person I • hme; avoid
wearing belts in a twisted cooo n; do not
allow them to become pinched n the
seat structural (metallic) members or In the
door.
Seat Belt Buuer/Light Reminder
o The front outboard lap belts (those next to
side windows) are linked to a buzzer and light
which remind occupants to fasten seat belts.
• The buzzer and light are designed to come on
when the ignition switch is on, the transmis-
ston selector is in a forward dow position,
ond the drive(s or right front passenge(s lap
beh is not fastened.
OTE: The Oght front seat contains a weight
detlCtor ich is designed to activate the
bUller and light wttenever a nominal \Neight is
placed on the .. t. The weIght detector can-
not distinguish between a passenger and any
item of luggage or cargo, therefore, such items
should be placed elsewhere in the car, prefer·
ably in the trunk.

ADJUSTING SHOULDER BELT
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• To completely rest ow the shoulder belt
remove the belt knob from the keyhole
(tilting knob as necessary). Then renow be
along roof rail
When not in use, all loose lap and shoulder belts
should be secured to reduce the danger of the
metal ends striking an occupant in an accident.
When special stowage provisions are not provided,
On convertible models front seat shoulder belts (if
so equipped) are stowed by inserting the shoulder
belt end into the retainer located on the lower
front edge of the rear seat cushion. Push down
until the knob snaps securely into position.
uw. run
UTAI"
SHOULDER BELT STOWAGE
only be completed before fastening the lap
belt.) Tilt the knob, as necessary, to pass it
through the slot. Pull the knob firmly up·
ward to seat it at the narrow end of the key-
hole, then fasten the lap belt.
• Shoulder belts are lengthened and shortened
in the same manner as center seat lap belts.
• Shoulder belt should have sufficient slack to
insert a fist's width between your chest and
the belt. This can be checked by inserting a
clenched fist between the belt and your chest
with thumb against chest and back of hand
facing upward.
• When not in use, the shoulder belt may be
stowed by leaving it a"ached to the lap belt
and allowing the lap belt to rewind into its
retractor. Take up remaining slack using the
shoulder belt adjustment feature.
CAUTION: To lessen the chance of Injury in
the event of an accident, a shoulder belt must
not be worn without a lap belt or under the
arm .
• To fasten the shoulder belt, unstow it and
place the knob on the shoulder belt end in
the keyhole on the lap belt latch plate. (The
latch is designed so that this attachment can
If seat belt system or reminder system does not
work as described, see your dealer for information
and assistance.
SHOUlOER BElTS
Shoulder belts are standard equipment for driver
and front seat passenger on all models except the
convertible. They are also available on the con-
vertible, and as a dealer installed item for rear seats
on all models.
• When properly worn with a lap belt, a
shoulder belt can provide important addi-
tional protection against impact w;th the car
interior by restraining forward motion of the
upper torso in a collision. This is particularly
true in the case of a frontal impact, which is
the most frequent type of accident.

the loose ends should be attached to each other
and adjustment made to remove the slack in the
belt system. Be sure that belts are not left in a
position
where the webbing or hardware can be
pinched in the seat structure or door, and thus
become damaged.
SEAT BELT INSPECTION
• Periodically inspect belts, buckles, retractors,
and anchors for damage that could lessen the
effectiveness of the restraint system.
• Keep sharp edges and damagtng objects away
from belts.
• Replace belts if cut, weakened, frayed. or
subjected to collision loads.
• Check that anchor mounting bolts are tight.
• Have questionable parts replaced.
• Keep seal belts clean and dry.
• Clean only With mild soap solution and
lukewarm water.
•00 not bleach or dye belts since this may
severely weaken belts.
Child restraint
Children in automQbiles should be restramed to
lessen the fISk of injury in accidents, sudden stops
or other hazardous situations. General otors
dealers offer restraint systems designed specifically
for use With infants. In using any infant or child
restraint system, read and comply with all 1'lStJlla·
tion and usage instructions.
All u.-d leat belts near the child sh d be
Slowed properly to help prevent them from
striking him 10 the event of an accident. lap betts
and shoulder belts without storage prov· lIS
should haw buckles latched and belts adjusted
remove mck.
CARS NOT EQUIPPED WITH SPECIAL
CHilO RESTRAINTS
If a child 1$ traveling In a vehicle not equIpped
wilh • General Motors tnfant restraint or other
safe infanl or child restraint system, the following
caulionsshould be taken:
1. Infanls unable to sit up by themselves should
be restrained bV placing them in a covered,
padded baSSinet whoch d crossways In
the vehICle (wldthWlsel on rear seat. The
bassinet should be secure y restrained with
the regular vehicle seat beltI. An alternate
method is to position the basslnet so that it
rests against the back of the front seat, again
crossways in the vehicle.
2. Children able to sit up by themselves should
be placed on a seat and lap belled, preferably
In the rear seat. Never allow a child to stand
or kneel on any seat. If the child cannot see
out the car wmdows he should sit on a firm
cushIOn with the regular lap belt restraining
him at the hips. The cushion should be as
firm as practical and just high enough to
"",ble the child to look horizontally out of
car Windows. The use of the cushion
shou d be dIScontinued as soon as the child is
old enough to see out of the car windows
t,t.
3. General otOf'S recommends that children be
restrained property when riding. Ho\Wver, if
unusual conditions prohibit use of restraints
and require that a child must stand, he
should stand on the floor directly behind the

EOUIPMENT TRAILER WEIGHT (LOADED)
0·1000 lb •.
1000·2000 lb •.
200lJ.3500 lb •. 3500·6000 Ibs
Vanable lOid Turn SIgnal
II
Flasher
ReqUired Required ReqUired ReqUired
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.High Output G .. ,lor and
Recommended Recommended
ReqUired ReqUired
Regulator
.Radlalor WIth Hnvy Duty
AVlllable Available ReqUired ReqUired
Transmission 0 .. Cooler
AutomatiC level Control
(Standard on Eldondo Ind Recommended Recommended
Rt!Commended Recommended
SiXly Spec'" Br ..... IITl)
.Speclal RNI Axle RI
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3.15101
Availible Recommended
Required Required
(Except Eldorado)
Separate T rider BrUb
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ReqUired
ReqUired
Required
Frame Side Ratl Mounted,
Recommended Recommended
Not
Not
Non·Equallztf Hitch
Recommended Recommended
Frame Side Rail Mounted,
load·Equallztf Hitch
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ReqUired
ReqUired
WIth Sway Control
Trailer hauling
front seat. This will minimize the possibility
of injury from frontal impacts 10 the event
of an accident.
It is recommended that your new edllae be
operated for 500 miles before tral er ng. If it
is necessary to tow during this panod avoId speeds
DYer 50 MPH and full throttle -... The same
precautions should be observed wben a new
engine or axle is installed in your car.
Smce passenger cars are designed dtended to
be used primarily as passenger tOrtYf!yances,
towing atrailer will affect handling. du~bihty and
eco nom y. Maximum safety and Siltlsfaction
depend upon proper use of correct pment and
avoiding overloads and other abuSIVe operanon.
The maximum loaded trailer weight whIch you
can pull satisfactorily with your Cad-llae Calais,
DeVille, Brougham or Eldorado depends on what
special equipment has been Installed on your eM.
Cadillac does not recommend tOWIng any trailer .Included when Factory Installed Trallenng Package IS ordered.
less the car is properly equipped. In any case,

car's mechamcal componenn. T steering, trans·
miSSIOn, tires, brakes, engme md tOoling sysrem
and the electrical S'jslem d be ,n top
operating condition be fOr! tog on a trip.
Here art! some suggestions that an SlY! you time,
trouble and expense:
however, towing a trailer with the Cadillac Series
Seventy-Five IS not recommended. The preceding
chan shows the required and recommended added
equipment for pulling various sizes of trailers.
CAUTIONS
1. A frame side rail mounted load equalizer
hitch wtth sway control of sufficient
capacity IS required for trailers OV!r 2,000
Ibs. loaded we,ght.
2. 00 not use axle-mounted hitches. They can
cau.. damage to the axle housong, wheel
beaflngs, whftls or turs.
both car and trailer brakes under all con-
ditions of use If more than 0.02 cubtc Ulch
01 flUid dISplacement is required.
6. Whenever atfiller hitch IS removed, be
e.taNl to have Iny mounting holes 10 the
undarbody properly .. a led to p .... nt
po Ie entry of exhaust fumes, dIrt or
t •• IS. Engine Exhaust Gas Caullon.)
MAINTE A CE
t vehicle malnlenance IS required
, car 10 pull atral'er.
1. Check the hitch ball lor _
cated with a light coat of
Inspect electrical connec
contact. Check condition 0
2. Inspect tores and IOa'Db'"
pressures.
eep It lubri·
grease.
for proper
choms.
__ ded
Check Automobile Ind Trailer Componenu
Regularty- Trailer tOWing places extra stress on a
•E"""e
aach 60 days or 3,000 m,les,
wbcbever occurs first,
• Politi e c,., case ventilation vatvs each 12
months or 12.000 miles, whichever occurs
first.
6. Check that your car is not overdue for
important services such as oil change, engine
e a few test
road. Make
ar brakes are
3. Check brake S'jstems 0
SlOPS before takint to
cenam both trad.,
operating properly.
4. Check bra'" IS, 10 Indicators, and
running Iighu I_tly.
5. Check all S'jstems ha'lOg a spec,fied fluid
capacity regularly for proper level.
omallc translnlssion flUid each
•O.uon
50,000
C tho
4. Trailer brakes are required on traIlers over
1,000 Ibs. loaded weight.
500 not tap mto the tar's hydraulic brake
system If opera on of the trllier brake
system requlm mof1l1lan 002 cubiC inch
of flUid d1spltc from the car's master
cylinder. The car's master cylinder fluid
capacity wdl not be .Jfflcif!nt to operate
3. Bumper·mounted h,tches should not be
u .. d. They can cau .. damage to the body
and sheet metal.

tune·up, wheel alignment, and wheel
balancing.
1. Check cooling system to see that It is clean
and rust·free.
HITCHES
To assist in attaining good han of the car-
trailer combination, it is imporao that trailer
tongue load be maintained at approlUfnately 10%
of the loaded trailer weight. To e oad can be
adjusted by proper distribution of the load in the
trailer and can be checked by we 9 the loaded
trailer and then the tongue.
Adjusting load Equalizer Hitch If Your Cadillac
Is Equipped With Autom'tic Level Control
IMPORTANT: Vehicle must be curb weight.
Curb weight means having full gas tank, spare
tire in place, but no passengers Dr trunk load.
1. Exhaust all air from system as follows:
Exhaust compressor tank using service valve.
Exhaust shock absorbers by jacking rear of
car above normal height. Hold until no
further air is exhausted ... about 2 minutes.
2. Install frame·mounted hitch and set ball
height as specified by trailer manufacturer
with all air exhausted as in Step 1 above.
3. Hook up trailer and adjust tension on
equalizing bars per hitch manufacturer's
specifications
with all air exhausted as in
Step 1. Note this adjustment.
4. Compressor will rKharge the leveling system
within 15 to 20 minutes of normal driving.
5. On all futul! trailer hook·ups, simply attach
trailer with the equalizing bars set to the
previously determined adjustment.
6. The procedure described above applies to all
types of frame-mounted equalizing hitches.
BRAKES
If atrailer brake is to be used with your Cadillac
make sure you follow the recommendations of the
trailer brake manufacturer for installation of the
components required for trailer brake actuation
and balance. Refer to the preceding cautions (four
and five) regarding car and trailer brakes.
All hydraulic components must be capable of
withstanding 3000 psi. The hydraulic connection
must be made to the rear outlet of the brake
master cylinder before the brake combination
valve. Copper tubing is subject to fatigue failure
and must not be used in such connections.
In general, direct connection of a trailer
hydraulic brake system to the vehicle brake system
will not meet these requirements, and, therefore,
must not be used.
For optimum brake performance, the brake
balance between the car and trailer must be
adjusted.
TIRES
When towing trailers, tires should be inflated to
the highest inflation pressure shown on the placard
affixed inside glove compartment door. The allow-
able passenger and cargo load, also shown on the
same placard, is reduced by amount equal to the
trailer tongue load on the trailer hitch.
TRAILER TOWING TIPS
Towing a trailer with ease and safety requires a
certain amount of experience before setting out on
the open road. Always remember that the handling
and braking characteristics of any car may be fl5l
changed con~derably by the added weight of the ~

trailer. Until you learn the "feel" and how to cope
with these changes, it is important to drive with
extra caution.
Before Starting-It is a good idea to practice
turning, stopping, and backing in an area away
from heavy traffic. This practice will help you gain
experience in handling the extra weight and length
of the trailer. Also, check lights, tires, and mirror
adjustment.
Starting-Carefully check mirrors to observe
traffic flow. It is a good idea to check the brakes
of the car and the trailer before turning into
traffic.
Turning- Remember that trailer wheels will be
closer than car wheels to the inside on curves.
Avoid soft shoulders, curbs, etc., by driving
slightly beyond your normal turning point. Signal
all turns. Avoid sudden maneuvers.
Passing-Allow extra distance for passing
another vehicle. After passing, be sure you have
ample clearance for trailer before returning to the
driving lane. Always signal well in advance of each
move.
Fallowing and Stopping-Remember trailer
weight may increase the distance required to stop.
For each 10 mph showing on the speedometer,
allow at least one length of your car and trailer
between you and the car ahead. You will need this
"cushion" of space for emergencies and to allow
faster traffic to pass safely. Avoid high speeds and
sudden stops, and allow for unfavorable road
conditions.
Backing-Skillful backing with a trailer "qu rts
practice. T ry th~ easy method to help control
direction: Keep your hand at the bottom of
steering wheel. To move trailer left, move your
hand 10 the leh. To back to the right, move hand
to the right.
Down Grades-On long or steep down grades,
reduce speed and use a lower transmission range to
assist braking as outlined in the transmission
section of this manual.
Long Up· Hill Grades-When ascending long
up·hill grades, the possibility of engine overheatmg
can be reduced by down-shifting the transmission
to DRIVE right or L (Iowl.
Engine Overheating Warning lights-Towng a
trailer under exceptionally severe operating condi-
lions may cause the red "STOP ENG-TEMP" or
''WATER'' warning lights to come on. There are
certain procedures to follow when an indicator
light comes on:
o If the "STOP ENG-TEMP" light and an
audible warning buzzer come on because of a
mechanical failure in the cooling system, you
should not drive the car until the problem is
corrected.
o If the 'WATER" light comes on during
extreme driving conditions, you should pull
over to the side of the road, turn off the air
conditioner (if used) and run the engine
slightly faster than idle speed with the trans·
mission in neutral.
If Ihe 'WATER" light does go off, then proceed
to dnve but change driving conditions so as not to
tlx cooling system so severely.
If the 'WATER" light does not go off within a
short
period of time (1·2 minutes), then turn the
engme off and look. for mechanical problems.
NOTE If there s evidence of steam, do not
open the hood until the steam disappears.
Open the hood to cool the engine down faster.
Determine whether there is any mechanical

problem such as a loose hose, loose or missing fan
belt, coolant loss, or radiator air flow restriction.
After running under extreme driving conditions
do not immediately turn the engIMe off unless the
''STOP ENG·TEMP" light is on. If the light IS not
on, put the transmission in neutra If'Id run the
engme slightly faster than idle speed for approxi-
mately one minute. This will reduce any tendency
for the cooling system to "afterboW' ch results
in a loss of cooling system fluid.
Engin. Cooling-R.fer to ENGINE
COOLING" in Section 5 of thIS .. n .... 1 for
cooling system recommendations and main·
tenance.
Parking - Parking of vehicle with tra !rS on a
"ade is not recommended. However, should this
be necessary, the following sequence should be
used:
1. Apply service brakes.
2. Have passenger place wheel chocks under
trailer wheels.
3. When chocks are in place, release service
brakes until chocks absorb load.
4. Apply parking brakes.
5. Place transmission in PARK position.
ReV1!rse above sequence when starting.
Operation in foreign countries
Your Cadillac is deSlg~ed to operate on fuel of
approximately 91 research octane number or
higher, sold in the Unrtod States and Canada.
If you plan to operate your Cadillac outside the
continental limits of the United States or Canada,
there is a possibility that the best fuels available
are so low in anti-knock quality that excessive
knocking and serious engine damage may result
from their use. To minimize this possibility, write
to Customer Services Department, Cadillac Motor
Car Division, Detroit, Michigan 48232 (or in
Canada write to Genera' Motors of Canada
Limited, Customer Services Department, Oshawa,
Ontario), giving:
• The vehicle identification number (on plate
on instrument panel ahead of the steering
wheel and VISible through the windsh18ld, or
from registration slip or title).
• The country or countries in which you plan
to travel.
You will be furntshed information on the
quality of fuels available in the countries in which
you plan to travel. It is recommended that you not
operate your Cadillac in any country not having
fuels meeting the requirements of your Cadillac
engine. Engine modifications are not available to
compensate for low anti· knock quality fuels.
Operation of your car under conditions of can·
tinuous or excess;ve knocking constitutes misuse
of the .ng .. e for which the Cadillac MOlor Car
Division ts not responsible under the terms of the
Cadillac New Vehicle Warranty.

• Each time the vehicle is raised for oil change.
• Whenever a change is noticed In the sound of
the exhaust system.
• Whenever the exhaust system, underbody or
rear of the vehicle is damaged.
See your Maintenance Schedule folder for
Inspection procedure.
SlnlNG IN A PARKED CAR WITH ENGINE
RU I G fOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD IS
OJ RECD ENDED.
engine exhaust system, car body and body venti-
lation system. It is recommended that the exhaust
system and body be inspected by a competent
mechanic:
To allow proper operation of the car's venti·
lation S'f$tem, keep front ventilation inlet grille
dear of snow, leaves or other obstruction at all
IS.
Avoid lT1hal1g exhaust gases because they cantam
carbon monoxide, which by Itself is colorless and
odorless. Carbon monoxide is a dangerous gas t
can cause unconsciousness and is pOt2
lethal
Engine exhaust gas caution
(carbon monoxide)
If at any urne you suspect that exhaust fumes
af! entering the passenger compartment, have the
cause determined and corrected as soon as
possible. If you must drive under these conditiOns,
drive only with all Windows fully open.
00 not run engme '" confined areas such as
garages any more than needed to move vehicle in
The best protection against carbon monOXide or out of area. When vehicle is stopped in an
entry into the car body IS a properly m8l.·~n.;;ta:..,:..ne:..d~..;;.U:..N.;;C.;;D.;;N:..f_I:..N.;;E.;;D_are_a_Wl __ th_th_e_e_ng::.'_ne_,u_n_n_in""g,-fo_'..J
From the very start, drive your new Cadillac in a
normal manner at varying speeds, as required by
different traffic and road situations.
Avoid extremely heavy duty operation such as
towing trailers, excessive full throttle usage, or
unnecessary heavy braking for the first 500 miles.
General
This section of the Owner's Manual explains the
purpose 311d operation of the driving controls and
the comfort and convenience systems available on
your Cadillac. Knowledge of the function and
controls of each system will help you enjoy this
fine motor car.