wipers CADILLAC CTS 2003 1.G Owners Manual

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NOTICE:
If your key seems stuck in OFF and you can't
turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if
so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the
steering wheel left and right while you turn the
key hard. Turn the key only with your hand.
Using a tool to force it could break the key or the
ignition switch. If none of this works, then your
vehicle needs service.
A (OFF): This is the only position in which you can
insert or remove the key. This position locks the
ignition, steering wheel and transmission. It's a
theft
-deterrent feature.
B (ACCESSORY): This position allows you to use
things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the
engine is off. This position will allow you to turn off the
engine, but still turn the steering wheel.
C (ON): This position is for driving. If your vehicle has
an automatic transmission and you turn off the engine, the
transmission will lock. If you need to shift the transmission
out of PARK (P), the ignition key has to be in ON.
D (START): This position starts the engine.
Key Release Button (Manual Transmission)
The key cannot be
removed from the ignition
of manual transmission
vehicle unless the key
release button is used.
To remove the key, do the following:
1. Turn the key to ACCESSORY.
2. Press the button and turn the key to OFF.
Do not hold the button in while turning the
key to OFF.
3. Pull the key straight out of the ignition switch.

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Turn Signal On Chime
If the turn signal is left on for approximately 1 mile
(1.61 km), a warning chime will sound and the
Turn Signal On message will appear on the Driver
Information Center (DIC) display. See ªTurn Signal
On Messageº later in this section for more information.
Headlamps
The exterior lamp control is located at the end of the
turn signal/multifunction lever.
: Turn the control with this symbol on it to operate
the exterior lamps.
The exterior lamp control has three positions:
: Turning the control to this position turns off all
lamps except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).
: Turning the control to this position turns on the
parking lamps together with the following:

Sidemarker Lamps

Taillamps

License Plate Lamps

Instrument Panel Lights
: Turning the control to this position turns on the
headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps
and lights.
AUTO (Automatic): Turning the control to this
position puts the headlamps in automatic mode. AUTO
mode will turn the exterior lamps on and off depending
upon how much light is available outside of the vehicle.
Wiper
-Activated Headlamps
This feature activates the headlamps and parking lamps
after the windshield wipers have been in use for
approximately six seconds. For this feature to work, the
exterior lamp control must be in AUTO.
When the exterior lamp control is off or in the parking
lamp position and the windshield wiper control is in any
position except off, the Headlamps Suggested message
will appear on the DIC display. See ªHeadlamps
Suggested Messageº later in this section for more
information.
When the ignition is turned to OFF, the wiper
-activated
headlamps will immediately turn off. They will also turn
off if the windshield wiper control is turned off.

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Windshield Wipers
The lever on the right side of the steering column
operates the windshield wipers.
(Mist): Pull the lever down and release it for a
single wiping cycle. The lever will return to its original
position. For more cycles, hold the lever down before
releasing it.
(Off): Put the lever in this position to turn off the wipers.
(Delay): Put the lever in this position to set a delay
between wipes. Turn the delay adjustment band to set
the length of the delay.
(Delay Adjustment): Use this band to set the
length of the delay between wipes when using the delay
feature. The closer you move the band toward mist, the
longer the delay. The windshield wiper lever must be in
delay for this feature to work.
(Low Speed): Put the lever in this position for
slow, steady wiping cycles.
(High Speed): Put the lever in this position for
rapid wiping cycles.

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If the windshield wipers are in use for approximately
six seconds while you are driving, the exterior lamps
will come on automatically if the exterior lamp control
is in AUTO. See ªWiper
-Activated Headlampsº listed
previously for more information.
Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades
before using them. If they're frozen to the windshield,
gently loosen or thaw them. If the blades do become
damaged, install new blades or blade inserts. For more
information, see ªWiper Blade Replacementº in
the Index.
Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor. A
circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools down.
Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload.
Headlamp Washers (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has the optional high-intensity discharge
(HID) headlamps, your vehicle will also have headlamp
washers. The headlamp washers clear the headlamp
lenses so that you can get the maximum visibility and
brightness from your headlamps.
The headlamp washers are
located on the inboard side
of the headlamp lenses.
The headlamps must be on in order to be washed. If the
headlamps are off, only the windshield will be washed
when the washer button is pressed.
To wash the headlamps, press the washer button located
at the end of the windshield wiper lever. Both the
headlamps and the windshield will be washed.
See ªWindshield Washerº following for more information.

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Windshield Washer
CAUTION:
In freezing weather, don't use your washer until
the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking
your vision.
The windshield washer button is located at the end of
the windshield wiper lever.
(Washer Fluid): Press the button with this
symbol located at the end of the windshield washer lever
to wash the windshield. Washer fluid will squirt onto the
windshield and the wipers will run for a few cycles to
clear the windshield. For more wash cycles, press and
hold the button.
If your vehicle is low on washer fluid, the Check
Washer Fluid message will appear on the Driver
Information Center (DIC) display. See ªDriver
Information Center (DIC) Messagesº listed later in this
section for more information.
If the headlamps are on when you wash the windshield,
the headlamp washers (if equipped) will turn on. Both
the windshield and the headlamps will be washed. See
ªHeadlamp Washersº listed previously in this section for
more information.

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Fuel Level Low
This symbol appears
with the Fuel Level
Low message.
When this message appears on the display, it means that
your vehicle is low on fuel. You should refill the tank as
soon as possible. A single chime will sound when this
message is displayed.Headlamps SuggestedThis symbol appears
with the Headlamps
Suggested message.
This message will appear when the amount of available
light outside the vehicle is low and the exterior lamp
control is off. This message informs the driver that
turning on the exterior lamps is recommended even
though the DRL are still illuminated and it has become
dark enough outside to require the headlamps and/or
other exterior lamps.
This message will also appear when the windshield
wipers have been on for more than six seconds and
the exterior lamp control is off or in the parking
lamp position.

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Passenger Compartment Air Filter
The passenger compartment air filter traps most of the
pollen from the air entering your vehicle. Like your
vehicle's engine air cleaner/filter, it needs to be changed
periodically. For how often to change the passenger
compartment air filter, see ªScheduled Maintenance
Servicesº in the Index.
The passenger compartment air filter is located
underneath the hood below the windshield wiper arm on
the passenger's side of the vehicle. See ªEngine
Compartment Overviewº in the Index for more
information on location.
Use the procedure listed below to replace the passenger
compartment air filter:
1. Turn the ignition to ON with the engine off.2. Turn on the windshield wipers and turn them off
again when the wipers are in the out
-wipe position.
The wipers will be straight up and down on
the windshield.
This will allow you access to the leaf screen
under which is located the passenger compartment
air filter.
3. Open the hood to access the engine compartment.
See ªHood Releaseº listed earlier in this section for
more information.
4. Remove the four screws that hold the leaf screen in
place and lift off the screen by lifting and sliding
toward the center of the vehicle.
5. Pull out on the two tabs located on each end of the
filter cover.
6. Lift the filter cover off by pulling it straight upward.
7. Remove the old filter and insert a new one. Make
sure the arrow on the filter is pointing toward the
passenger compartment.
See ªNormal Maintenance Replacement Partsº
later in this section for the correct part number for
the filter.
8. Reverse Steps 1 through 6 to reinstall the cover.

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Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least
twice a year for wear or cracking. See ªWiper Blade
Checkº in the Index.
It's a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade
assembly on a regular basis or when worn. For proper
windshield wiper blade length and type, see ªNormal
Maintenance Replacement Partsº in the Index.
To replace the wiper blade assembly, do the following:
1. Turn the ignition to ON with the engine off.
2. Turn on the windshield wipers and turn them off
again when the wipers are in the out
-wipe position.
The driver's side blade will be straight up and down
on the windshield.
3. Pull the windshield wiper assembly away from
the windshield.4. Lift the wiper blade assembly up so it is in a
T
-shaped position. You should be able to see a tab.

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Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
NOTICE:
Don't add anything electrical to your vehicle
unless you check with your dealer first. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn't be covered by your
warranty. Some add
-on electrical equipment
can keep other components from working as
they should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to your vehicle, see ªServicing
Your Air Bag
-Equipped Vehicleº in the Index.
Windshield Wiper Fuses
The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal
circuit breaker. If the wiper motor overheats due to
heavy snow, the wipers will stop until the motor cools
and will then restart.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers protect the power windows and power
seats. When the current load is too heavy, the circuit
breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the
problem is fixed or goes away.