instrument panel CADILLAC DEVILLE 1994 7.G User Guide

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Cornering Lights
The light sensor for
the twilight sentinel is
located
in the center of
the front defogger
grille. If
you cover the
sensor, it will read
“dark” and your lights
will come on.
The cornering lights come
on when you signal a turn when the headlights
or parking lights are on. This will provide more light for cornering.
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)
The Canadian Federal Government has decided that “Daytime Running
Lights”
(DRL) are a useful feature, in that DRL can make your vehicle
more visible to pedestrians and other drivers during daylight hours. DRL
are required on new vehicles sold in Canada.
Your DRL work with a light sensor on top
of the instrument panel. Don’t
cover it up.
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someone when getting out of the vehicle. There
is also a coat hook on
each of the rear-handles.
FLOOR IMATS
Your Cadillac is equipped with rubber-backed front and rear floor mats,
keep them clean by vacuuming and using a spot cleaner, if necessary.
Do
not machine wash.
THE INSTRUMENT PANEL: YOUR
INFOR2M14TION SYSTEM
Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your
Cadillac
is running. You’ll know how fast you’re. going, how much fuel
you’re using, and many of the other things you’ll need to know to drive
safely and economically.
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This message serves as a warning that the fuel level in your tank is
critically low.
It means you should stop for fuel immediately.
7 SERVICE NC SYSTEM A/C COMPRESSOR OFF - 14
This message appears when the electronic sensors that control the A/C
and heating system are no longer working. You may notice a drop in
Climate Control system serviced if this message appears.
- heating and A/C efficiency when this message appears. Have your
STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM REMOVE
IGNITION KEY - 33
This message will a ear when the Personalized Automotive Security
System (PASS-Key
gp 11) senses that an improper ignition key is being used
to
try to start the vehicle. Check the ignition key for damage. If it is
damaged,
it may need to be replaced. If you see no damage, clean the
pellet contacts with a soft cloth or napkin. Remove the ignition key and
The Instrument Panel Cluster will then run a timer and change the
messages to “WAIT
2 MINUTES ”, “WAIT 1 MINUTE”, and then
“START CAR”. When the
“START CAR’ message is displayed, try again
to start the engine.
- wait for the Driver Information Center to display “WAIT 3 MINUTES ”.
SERVICE NOW - REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL - 02
This message appears if you have a problem with the Powertrain Control
Module (PCM).
To correct this problem have your vehicle serviced at
your Cadillac dealership.
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SERVICE RIDE CONTROL - 84
This message is displayed to indicate that the Suspension System is not
your Cadillac dealership at your earliest convenience.
I_ operating properly. To correct this problem have your vehicle serviced at
STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATED - 42
--- This message will appear when your engine has overheated. Stop and
turn your engine
off immediately to avoid severe engine damage. See
“Engine Overheating” in the Index.

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This message will appear if there is a problem with your Emission
Control System. If the “SERVICE ENGINE SOON” light on the
instrument panel and this message appears and then turns off, it is an
indication that a temporary problem has cleared itself. Have your vehicle
checked at your earliest convenience.
STOP ENGINE LOW OIL PRESSURE - 35
If this message appears while the engine is running, stop the engine and
do not operate it until
the cause of low oil pressure is corrected. Severe
damage to the engine can result.
SERVICE AIR BAG SYSTEM - 83
If this message appears, there is a problem with your Supplemental
Inflatable Restraint (Air Bag) system. Let only
a qualified technician
work on your vehicle. See your Cadillac dealer for service at once.
THEFT SYSTEM PROBLEM/CAR MAY NOT RESTART - 34
This message means there is a problem in the Personalized Automotive
Security System (PASS-Key’II). PASS-Key’II
will prevent the vehicle
from restarting if it is turned off,
so you should take the vehicle to a
proper service center before turning the engine off. Never leave an
unattended vehicle with the engine running. Once you are where you can
get service, turn
the engine off and then try to restart it. If the vehicle
does not restart, the PASS-Key’II system
will need servicing.
TRACTION ACTIVE - 46
If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Control, this message will be
displayed
if Traction Control is being used to reduce wheel slippage.
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In this section you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control systems
and audio systems offered
with your Cadillac. Be sure to read about the
particular system supplied
with your vehicle.
YOUR CADILLACAIR SYSTEM
Outside Air
The outside air always flows throggh your vehicle when it is moving. It
enters your vehicle through an inlet at the base
of the windshield. Keep
this area clear of debris. Even
if the vehicle is not moving, you can always
get outside air.
If you are traveling in the 60 F (16 C) AUTO setting, a
door
will close to stop most of the flow of outside air, recirculating only
the interior air to cool your vehicle.
Air Outlets
The air outlets are
located in the center
and at each side
of the
instrument panel. You
can adjust the
direction
of air flow by
moving the center
control levers or stop
the air
flow by moving
the lever located on
each side
of the outlets
downward.
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better braking and longer brake life.
If your engine ever stops while you’re driving, brake normally but don’t
pump your brakes.
If you do, the pedal may get harder to push down. If
your engine stops, you will still have some power brake assist. But you will
use it when you brake. Once the power assist is used up, it may take
longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push.
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
Your Cadillac has an advanced electronic braking system that will help
prevent skidding.
This light
on the instrument panel will go on when you start your vehicle.
When you start your vehicle and begin to drive away, you may hear a
momentary motor or clicking noise. And you may even notice that your
brake pedal moves a little while this is going on. This is the
ABS system
testing itself.
If there’s a problem with the anti-lock brake system, the
anti-lock brake system warning light will stay
on.
See “Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light” in the Index.
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Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when
driving your vehicle without
a trailer. This can help you avoid situations
that require heavy braking and sudden turns.
Passing
You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer.
And, because you’re a good deal longer, you’ll need to go much farther
beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane.
Bucking Up
Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the
trailer
to the left, just move that hand to the left. To move the trailer to
the right, move your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and,
if
possible, have someone guide you.
Making Turns
When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal. Do
this so your trailer won’t strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees, or
other objects. Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. Signal
well in advance.
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have a different turn signal
flasher and extra wiring. The green arrows on your instrument panel
will
flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the
trailer lights will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn,
change lanes or stop.
When towing a trailer, the green arrows on your instrument panel
will
flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out. Thus, you
may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not.
It’s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still
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warning flashers are on.
Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in,
and even
if the key isn’t in.
To turn off the
flashers, pull out
on
the collar. When the
hazard warning
flashers are on, your
turn signals won’t
work.
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OTHER WMING DEWCES
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If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road
about
300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle.
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Hood Release
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To open the hood, first pull the lever inside the vehicle located at the
lower left side
of the instrument panel.
Then
go the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release
and lift the hood.
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Use warm water and a clean cloth.
Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do it
Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them
more than once.
off quickly.
Use a clean cloth and a solvent-type vinyl cleaner.
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument
panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying
reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the
windshield under certain conditions.
Care of Wood Panels
Use a clean cloth moistened in warm soapy water (use mild dish
washing soap).
Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth.
CARE OF SMETYBELTS
Keep belts clean and dry.