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2000 Cadillac DeVille - Page 9 Questions & Answers
Transmission
If the fluid level is ok then you need the transmission repaired/rebuilt.
Coolant leak
Pressure test the cooling system to determine exactly where the leak is coming from first. Cadillac 4.6L engines have been known to leak externally from the head gaskets.
Seems to be lacking little power on the low
This could be a major or minor, lets hope the later. Park your car on level ground run the engine at operating temp, remove the transmission dip stick to ensure the oil level is correct while the engine is idling. If thats ok, I suspect a faulty or leaking vacuum solenoid on the transmission, do an inspection of your vacuum hoses under the hood to make sure they are tight and not cracked or split. Hope its a simple fix for you. cheers
SETTING TIMING ON 2000 NORTHSTAR ENGINE
Setting the camshaft timing isnecessary whenever the camshaft drive system has been disturbed,meaning the relationship between any chain and sprocket has been lost.Correct timing exists when the crankshaft and intermediate shaftsprocket timing marks are in alignment and all 4 camshaft drive pinsare perpendicular (90 degrees) to the cylinder head surface.
degrees) to the cylinder head surface.
I hope this helps, if not let me know
Cylinder misfire 8
Are you loosing engine coolant.In you have a Northstar the head bolts rip out of the block and cause a coolant leak to the cylinder.Pull that spark plug and see if it has a large white buildup on the plug. If it does you probably need a $4500.00 repair
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