light CADILLAC CATERA 1999 1.G Owner's Manual

yellowblue
2-42
Wiper-Activated Headlamps
This feature activates the low
-beam headlamps, parking
lamps, sidemarker lamps and taillamps after the
windshield wipers have been in use for about
20 seconds.
The wiper
-activated headlamps light the way in poor
weather and also make your vehicle more visible to
other drivers. If the wipers are on and the ignition switch
is turned off, the headlamps will immediately turn off.
The headlamps will also deactivate if the windshield
wipers have been turned off for about 20 seconds.
Perimeter Lighting
This feature turns on the low-beam headlamps, parking
lamps, sidemarker lamps and taillamps for about
20 seconds after the unlock button on the remote
keyless entry transmitter is pressed. Perimeter lighting
immediately ends when your vehicle's ignition is turned
to ON or START.
Lamps On Reminder
You will hear a warning chime if you open the door
while leaving the lamps on, if the manual headlamp
control is activated. An exception to this is when you're
using the Twilight Sentinel.
Daytime Running Lamps
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for
others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
DRL can be helpful in many different driving
conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the
short periods after dawn and before sunset.
The DRL system will make the high
-beam headlamps
come on at reduced brightness when:

your vehicle's ignition is in ON or START,

the low
-beam headlamps are off (the manual lamp
switch is in the off or park lamp position) and

your vehicle's transmission is shifted out of
PARK (P).
When DRL are on, only the high
-beam headlamps (at
reduced brightness) will be on. No other exterior lamps
such as the parking lamps, taillamps, etc. will be on
when the DRL are being used. The instrument panel
won't be lit up either.

yellowblue
2-43
When the Twilight Sentinel is on and it's dark enough
outside, the high
-beam headlamps (at reduced intensity)
will change to low
-beam headlamps. When it's bright
enough outside, the regular lamps will go off, and the
high
-beam headlamps change to the reduced brightness
of DRL.
To idle your vehicle with the headlamps off, turn off the
Twilight Sentinel switch and shift the transmission into
PARK (P). Placing your vehicle in PARK (P) disables
the DRL. The DRL will stay off until you shift out of
PARK (P).
If you're not in PARK (P)
and the Twilight Sentinel
system is turned off (and it's
dark enough outside), the
DRL will remain active and
this light on the instrument
panel will appear.
This is a reminder that headlamps are required.The following conditions will override the DRL:

your vehicle's transmission is shifted back into
PARK (P) with the ignition in ON or START,

the low
-beam headlamps are turned on (using the
manual lamp control dial),

the wiper
-activated headlamps are in use (DRL will
come back on 20 seconds after wipers have
turned off),

using the flash
-to-pass feature and

turning on the Twilight Sentinel.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular
headlamp system when you need it.

yellowblue
2-44 Fog Lamps
Use the fog lamps for better
vision in foggy or misty
conditions. Press this button
to turn the fog lamps on and
press the button again to
turn the lamps off. (The fog
lamps only work when the
parking lamps or the
low
-beam headlamps are on
and the ignition is on.)
This light on the instrument
panel will come on when
the fog lamp button
is pressed.
If you turn on the high
-beam headlamps, the fog lamps
will turn off. They'll turn back on again when you
switch to low
-beam headlamps.
Cornering Lamps
The cornering lamps come on when the headlamps or
parking lamps are on and you signal a turn. They
provide more light for cornering.
Twilight Sentinel

This feature is below the
lamp control dial on the left
side of the instrument panel.
It automatically switches
the parking lamps and
low
-beam headlamps on
and off by sensing how dark
it is outside.
To operate the Twilight Sentinel, the ignition must be in
ON or START and the Twilight Sentinel must be turned
on by pressing the OFF button (an indicator light in the
button will be off when the Twilight Sentinel is
activated). If the system senses it is dark outside, the
lamps will turn on. The lamps turn off when the system
detects that it is bright outside.

yellowblue
2-45
If you rotate the control dial all the way up, the lamps
will remain on for about three minutes after the ignition
has been turned to OFF or LOCK. If you rotate the
control dial all the way down, the lamps will go off
quickly. You can adjust the delay time from a few
seconds up to three minutes.
To turn the Twilight Sentinel off, press the OFF button
again. The indicator light in the button will be on. This
lets the driver know that the system has been turned off.
The Twilight Sentinel also turns off if the ignition is
turned to OFF or to LOCK.
This light in the instrument
panel will come on if the
ignition is on and:

the headlamps have not been manually turned on,

the Twilight Sentinel senses it is dark outside,

the Twilight Sentinel is OFF and

the transmission is not in PARK (P).Light Sensor
The light sensor for the
Twilight Sentinel is located
in the center of the front
defogger grille, near
the windshield.
If you cover the sensor, it will read ªdarkº and the
parking lamps and low
-beam headlamps will come on.

yellowblue
2-46
Interior Lamps
Instrument Panel Brightness Control
This control dial is located to the right of the fog lamp
button. As you rotate the control dial up, the instrument
panel lights will brighten.
Illuminated Entry
This system turns on the courtesy lamps (dome lamps
and door entry lamps) for about 20 seconds when any of
the following occur:

if you manually unlock your vehicle with the key,

if any door is opened,

if you press the unlock button on the remote keyless
entry transmitter, or

after the last door on your vehicle is closed.
Illuminated entry immediately ends when your vehicle's
ignition is turned to ON or START.
Rear Reading Lamps
The rear reading lamps are located above each rear door.
These lamps and the interior courtesy lamps come on
when any door is opened and it is dark outside.
Placing the button in the center position enables the
lamps to come on when any door is opened. Pressing the
button toward the rear of your vehicle disables the lamps
when any door is opened. With the button set toward the
front of the vehicle, the lamps will always be on.
If the reading lamps are left on, they automatically shut
off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off.

yellowblue
2-48
At night, when the glare is too high, the mirror will
gradually darken to reduce glare (this change may take a
few seconds). The mirror will return to its clear daytime
state when the glare is reduced.
Cleaning Photocells
Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the front
and rear photocells that make the auto
-dimming
feature work.
Time Delay
This feature prevents rapid changing of the mirror from
the night mode to the day mode as you drive under
lights and through traffic.
Power Remote Control Mirror
Move the rocker switch to
the left to choose the
driver's side mirror or move
the switch to the right to
select the passenger's side
mirror. To adjust the mirror,
push the control pad in the
direction you want the
mirror to go. Adjust each
mirror so you can see the
side of your vehicle and the
area behind your vehicle.
Your vehicle's ignition must be in ON (II) for this
feature to work.

yellowblue
2-50 Center Console Storage Area
The front storage area comes with a small storage bin
and a dual cupholder that unfolds for use. To open the
lid of the storage bin, press and hold the button under
the front edge of the storage lid and lift up. To use the
cupholders, lift them up and out of the storage area. Fold
them back down to return to the storage position.
Convenience Net
The convenience net is on the floor of the trunk. Put
small loads, like grocery bags, under the net. It can help
keep them from moving around during sharp turns or
quick starts and stops.
The net is not for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the
trunk as far forward as you can. When not using the net,
hook it to the metal loops, securing it to the floor.
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
The front ashtray is located below the radio. Press on the
cover and release to access it. To clean the ashtray, press
the black tab to the right of the tray to release it. Now
pull up on the tray to remove and clean it.
To replace the tray after cleaning, follow these steps.
1. Hold the cover (flap) on top of the tray down so it is
not in the way.
2. Insert the tray downward and forward into the
ashtray holder.
3. Press down on the tray to snap it into place.
To use the rear ashtray, lift the lid.

yellowblue
2-51
NOTICE:
Don't put papers or other flammable items into
the ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or other smoking
materials could ignite them, causing a
damaging fire.
The cigarette lighter is located next to the ashtray. Press
it all the way in and release. It will pop back by itself
when it's ready to light. You also have a lighter on the
back of the center console near the rear seat air outlet.
These lighters (receptacles) work at all times, even when
your vehicle's ignition has been turned off.
NOTICE:
Don't hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand
while it is heating. If you do, it won't be able to
back away from the heating element when it's
ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.
Sun Visors
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror
Turn the sunshade down and lift the cover to see the
mirror. Lighting is automatic.
Rear Sunshade (Option)
The power rear sunshade helps reduce the amount of
heat and light from the sun entering through the rear
window. The sunshade increases the comfort level of the
rear seat passengers as well as keeping your vehicle a
little cooler when it's parked in a sunny area.
This button is located to the
right of the shift lever on
the center console.
To use, slide the button
rearward
-- the button
returns to its original
position when released.
The rear sunshade
automatically raises. To
lower the sunshade, slide
the button rearward again.

yellowblue
2-56
Universal Transmitter (If Equipped)
This transmitter allows you to consolidate the functions
of up to three individual hand
-held transmitters. It will
operate garage doors and gates, or other devices
controlled by radio frequency such as home/office
lighting systems.The Universal Transmitter will learn and transmit the
frequencies of most current transmitters and is powered
by your vehicle's battery and charging system.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This device complies with RSS
-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
Changes and modifications to this system by other than
an authorized service facility could void authorization to
use this equipment.

yellowblue
2-57 Programming the Universal Transmitter
Do not use the Universal Transmitter with any garage
door opener that does not have the ªstop and reverseº
safety feature. This includes any garage door opener
model manufactured before April 1, 1982.
Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage
door you are programming.
Your vehicle's engine should be turned off while
programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to
program up to three channels:
1. If you have previously programmed a transmitter
channel, proceed to Step 2. Otherwise, hold down
the two outside buttons on the Universal Transmitter
until the indicator light begins to flash rapidly (after
20 seconds). Then release the buttons. This
procedure initializes the memory and erases any
previous settings for all three channels.
2. Decide which one of the three channels you want to
program. Hold the end of the hand
-held transmitter
about 2 to 5 inches (5 to 13 cm) away from the
surface of the Universal Transmitter so that you can
still see the indicator light.3. Using both hands, press the hand
-held transmitter
button and the desired button on the Universal
Transmitter. Continue to press both buttons through
Step 4.
4. Hold down both buttons until you see the indicator
light on the Universal Transmitter flash slowly and
then rapidly. The rapid flashing indicates that the
Universal Transmitter has been programmed.
Release both buttons once the indicator light starts to
flash rapidly.
If you have trouble programming the Universal
Transmitter, make sure that you have followed the
directions exactly as described. The Universal
Transmitter may not work with older garage door
openers that do not meet current Federal Consumer
Safety Standards. If you cannot program the transmitter
after repeated attempts, refer to ªRolling Code
Programmingº later in this section or contact the
Universal Transmitter manufacturer at 1
-800-355-3515.
Be sure to keep the original hand
-held transmitter
in case you need to erase and reprogram the
Universal Transmitter.