Positioning:
Entry-level luxury sedan, aimed at younger luxury buyers and as a competitor to European sedans
Competitors:
BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Audi A4, Lexus ES
Design Origin:
Rebadged Opel Omega B
Usp:
European-tuned chassis and ride, Cadillac styling cues
Primary Coverage:
All repairs, servicing, and troubleshooting procedures
Additional Coverage:
Hundreds of pages with detailed photos and diagrams
Estimated Pages:
Estimated 1500-2500+ pages (typical for full factory service manuals)
Type:
Factory Service Repair Workshop Manual
Powertrain:
Engine mechanical, engine performance, fuel system, cooling system, exhaust system, transmission (automatic), driveline
Chassis:
Suspension, steering, brakes (front and rear), wheels, tires
Electrical:
Body control module (BCM), lighting, instruments and gauges, audio system, climate control, power accessories (windows, locks, mirrors), anti-theft system, airbags (SRS), engine control module (ECM), transmission control module (TCM)
Body:
Body structure, exterior trim, interior trim, doors, windows, roof, seats, HVAC system, emissions control
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and changes, tune-ups
Repair:
Component replacement, system overhauls, part-specific repair instructions
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures, symptom-based troubleshooting, wiring diagrams, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)
Diagnostics:
On-board diagnostics (OBD-II) system, scan tool usage, live data interpretation
Depth:
Comprehensive factory-level detail, suitable for professional mechanics and advanced DIYers
Diagrams:
Hundreds of detailed photos and exploded diagrams for precise assembly/disassembly
Engine Code:
LW1 (based on GM Quad 4 architecture)
Configuration:
Inline-4 DOHC
Displacement:
2.0 L (1998 cc)
Horsepower:
135 hp @ 6000 rpm (1997-1999), 150 hp @ 6000 rpm (2000-2001)
Torque:
146 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm (1997-1999), 150 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm (2000-2001)
Induction:
Multi-port Fuel Injection (MPI)
ECU:
GM Engine Control Module (ECM)
NHTSA Front Impact:
4/5 Stars (Driver/Passenger - 1997 Model)
Airbags:
Driver and passenger front airbags, optional side-impact airbags
Seatbelts:
Three-point front and rear seatbelts, pretensioners
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Control:
Optional Traction Control System (TCS)
Oil Change:
Every 5,000-7,500 miles or 6-12 months (refer to manual for specific conditions)
Transmission Fluid:
Inspect every 30,000 miles, change fluid and filter every 60,000-100,000 miles (refer to manual)
Coolant Change:
Initial fill with Dex-Cool, typically every 5 years or 150,000 miles (refer to manual)
Engine Oil:
API SJ, ILSAC GF-2, SAE 5W-30 (synthetic or blend recommended)
Transmission Fluid:
Dexron III/VI ATF
Coolant:
GM P/N 12346290 (Orange Dex-Cool) or equivalent, 50/50 mixture with distilled water
Common Problems:
Intake manifold gasket leaks, vacuum leaks, ignition coil failures, cooling system leaks (especially plastic components), ABS sensor failures, power window regulator issues, oil pan gasket leaks
Diagnostic Points:
Careful inspection of intake manifold for coolant/vacuum leaks, checking for oil seeps around the oil pan and front/rear main seals
Cadillac Positioning:
Positioned as Cadillac's entry into the compact/mid-size luxury sedan market
Introduction:
Introduced in 1997 as a rebadged Opel Omega
Updates:
Minor updates including engine power increase and cosmetic tweaks in 2000
Assembly Location:
Germany (originally Opel plant), later potentially other GM facilities
Production End:
2001 model year
