CADILLAC DEVILLE 1995 7.G Owners Manual

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This message will appear when the electrical system is charging less than
10 volts or if the battery has been drained. If this message appears
immediately after starting,
it is possible that the generator can still
recharge the battery. The battery should recharge after driving a few miles
and the message should go out.
If this message appears while driving or
after starting your vehicle and stays on, have it checked immediately to
determine the
cause of this problem. To help the generator recharge the
battery quicklv
you can reduce the load on the electrical svstem by turning
off your accesbries. You can monitor batten voltage on (he Drivkr
Information Center by toggling the INFORMATION button. The
normal
range is 11.5 to 15.5 volts.
CHANGE TRANS FLUID - 47
This message will appear when it is time to replace the transaxle fluid. See
your maintenance schedule booklet for the proper fluid and change
intervals.
CHECK BRAKE FLUID - 37
This message is displayed to inform the driver that the brake reservoir
fluid level is low. Check the brake reservoir level and add as needed. Have
the brake system serviced
by a Cadillac technician as soon as possible. If
the brake warning light is on, follow the directions in that section.
CHECK COOLANT LEVEL - 04
This message will appear when there is a low level of engine coolant.
Have the
cooling system serviced by a Cadillac technician as soon as
possible.
CHECK FUEL GAGE - 39
This message will appear when your fuel supply is less than four gallons
and your display
is turned off.
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For correct operation of the low oil sensing system, the vehicle should be
on a level surface.
A false LOW OIL LEVEL mcssage may appear if the
vehicle is parked
on grades. The oil level sensing svstem does not check
for actual oil
level if the engine has been off for a short period of time,
and the oil level is never sensed while the engine is running. If the LOW
OIL LEVEL message appears, and your vehicle has been parked on levcl
ground with the engine off for at least 30 minutcs, vour oil level should be
checked
by observing the oil dipstick. Prior to cheiking your oil level be
sure your engine has been
off for five minutes and your vehicle is on a
level surface. Then check your dipstick and add oil if necessary. See
“Engine
Oil” in the Index.
CHECK WASHER FLUID - 25
This message will appear for a few seconds indicating that you need
washer solvent.
CHANGE OIL SOON - 40
This message will appear when you have used 90%- of the engine oil’s
expected life, based on your driving patterns.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL - 82
This means that the life of your engine oil has expired and it should be
changed within
300 miles. See enginc oil and filter recommendations in
the Maintenance Schedule. After an oil change the Oil Life Index must be
reset. See “Oil Life Indicator” in the Index on how to reset it.
CRUISE ENGAGED - 43
This message will appear for a few seconds when you select a speed at
which
to cruise.
ENGINE COOLANT HOT - 41
This message will appcar whcn your engine coolant temperature is over
248’ F (126” C). To avoid added strain on a hot engine turn off your
Climate Control system. Stop and
allow your vehicle to idle until*it cools
down or the message is removed. If it does mt cool down, turn off your
engine and
have it sewiced before driving it again. Severe engine damage
can result
from an overheated engine. See “Engine Overheating“ in the
Index.
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This message will appear when thc Climatc Control is in AUTO or
DEFROST and the engine coolant is hotter than the normal operating
temperature.
To avoid added strain on a hot engine the air conditioning
compressor
is automatically turned off. When that happens, air
conditioned air
is not delivered. If the coolant temperature returns to
normal,
you must select AUTO, DEFOG or DEFROST to return to a
normal A/C compressor operation.
FUEL LEVEL VERY LOW - 11
This message serves as a warning that the fuel level in your tank is
critically low. It means you should stop for fuel immediately.
SERVICE A/C SYSTEM A/C COMPRESSOR OFF - 14
This message appears when the electronic sensors that control the A/C
and heating system are no ionger working. Have your Climate Control
system serviced
if you notice a drop in heating and A/C efficiency.
STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM REMOVE
IGNITION KEY - 33
This message will apex when the Personalized Automotive Security
System (PASS-Key”-
11) senses tht ;In improper ignition key is being used
to try
to start the vehicle. Check the ignition key for damage. It’ it is
damaged,
it map need to be replaced. If you see no damage, clean the
pellet contacts
with a soft cloth or napkin. Remove the ignition key and ..I
wait for the Driver Information Center to display WAIT 3 MINUTES.
The instrumcnt 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.
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SERVICE NOW - REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL - 02
This message appears ifvou have a problem with thc Powertriliu Control
M0d~1le (PCM). To corrict this problem have your vehicle serviced at
your Cadillac dealership.
SERVICE RIDE CONTROL - 84
This message is displayed to indicate that the Suspension System is not
operating properlv. To correct this problem haw your vehicle serviced at
your Cadillac deaiership.
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This message will appear whcn your engine has overheated. Stop and turn
your engine off imrnediatcly to ;woid severe engine damage. See "Engine
Ovcrhcating" in thc Index.
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON - 03
This message will appcar if therc is a problem with vour Emission Control
Svstem.
If tho SERVICE ENGINE SOON light on& instrument panel
appears
and then turns off, it is an indication that a temporarv problem
has cleared itself. Have your vehicle checked at your earliest convenience.
STOP ENGINE LOW OIL PRESSURE - 35
If this messagc appears whilc thc 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, therc is a problem with vour Supplemental
Inflatable Restraint (Air Rag) svstern. Lct only aqualificd technician
work
on your vst~ic~e. ~ec your tadillac dca~er for service at once.
THEFT SYSTEM PROBLEkl/CAR MAY NOT RESTART - 34
This message means there is a problem in the Personalized Automotive
Security
System (PASS-Key"'I1). PASS-Key '' I1 will prevent the vehicle
from restarting L if it is turnid off, so you should take the vehicle to a
propcr service center beforc turning the engine off. Never leave (117
unattended vchicle with the engine running. Oncc vou are wherc you can
L get ssrvicc, turn the engine off and then try to restart it. If the ve1;icle
does not restart, the PASS-Key:% system will need scnricing.
TRACTION ACTIVE - 91
This nlcssage will bc displayed if Traction Control is being used to reduce
whcel slippage.
TRACTION DISABLED - 88
This message will be displayed if 21 problcm is noted in the Traction
Control System.
Haw your vehicle serviced as soon as possible.
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With the engine not running and the ignition ON, press and hold the OFF
and REAR DEFOG buttons until the TRANS FLUID RESET message
appears
in the Information Ce.nter (bctween five and 20 seconds).
TURN SIGNAL ON - 20
This message is a reminder, after driving about a mile, that you have your
turn signal on.
TRUNK OPEN - 24
This message indicates that your trunk is open when the ignition is ON.
VERY LOW REFRIGERANT A/C COMPRESSOR OFF - 12
This message means that the Air Conditioning system detects a
refrigerant level that is low enough to cause damage to the A/C
compressor.
To avoid damage, the A/C compressor automatically turns off
and the Electronic Climate Control will automatically switch from AUTO
to ECON and remain there. Have your A/C system serviced if this
message appears.
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This system varies the amount of steering effort proportionate to your
vehicle speed. Steering is easicr at
a lower spccd for increased
nlancuverahility and parking ease.
As your vehicle speed increases, the
steering effort
is also increased proportionately. At highwav speeds the
amount of steering effort is greatly increased to provide a manual-like
steering feel for maximum control
and enhanced vehicle stability.
Speed Sensitive Suspension
The Speed Sensitive Suspension automaticallv controls the firmness of the
car's ride
by automatically controlling an actuator in each of the four
struts. Thesystem has three damping modes
-- Comfort, Normal and
Firm. Damping mode selection
is controlled by the electronic control
module according
to vehicle speed conditions, liftldive input, lateral
acceleration switch input and any error conditions which may exist.
The control module
is a computer used to control and monitor the Speed
Sensitive Suspension svstem.
It also controls the operation of the Speed
Sensitive Steering.
If the control module receives an incorrect feedback
signal for
two successive ignition cycles, an error code will be set in
memory and a SERVICEkIDE CONTROL message will be displayed on
the Drker Information Center. If the messagc should appear, have your
vehicle serviced at your Cadillac dealer at your earliest convenience.
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This feature lets you know when to change your engine oil. It's based
upon the engine oil temperatures and your driving patterns.
To see the display press the INFORMATION button several times until
XX OIL LIFE LEFT appears.
You'll see
how much
oil life you have left as
a percentage. So? if you
see
95 OIL LIFE
LEFT, for example.
that means that the way
you're driving your car,
95% of your current oil
life is still left.
The Oil Life Indicator may say to change the oil SOOII~I- than your
maintenance schedule. This
can happen if driving conditions, such as
short trips in cold weather, cause shorter oil life. Always keep a written
record
of the mileage and date wl~en you last changed your oil. For moro
information
on when to change your oil. see the Cadillac Maintenxw
Schedule Booklet.
If you see CHANGE OIL SOON, it means that you have less than iWk 01
your oil life left and you should consider changing your engine oil.
If you see CHANGE ENGINE OIL, it means the oil life is gone and you
should change the oil right away (certainly within 200 more miles [320 km]).
The system should indicate to change the oil between 3,000 miles
(5 000 km) and 7,500 miles (12 500 km), but it may even indicate to
change it before 3,000 miles under very severe conditions. It all depends
on your driving patterns. If it's been 7,500 miles (12 500 km), it indicates
to change the oil.
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There are two things the system docsrl’r do:
It can’t sense heavy dust in the places where you drive. If you drive in a
dusty area, you should change your oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or
three months (whichever comes first) unlesi the display says to change
it eve11 somer than that.
0 It doesn’t check IIOCV much oil you have, so you‘ll still have to check for
that. To see how, see “Engine Oil“ in the Index.
Electronic Level Control
The Electronic Level Control (ELC) system autonmtically adjusts the rear
trim height in response to changes in vehicle loading. The system consists
of
an air compressor assembly, air drver, exhaust solcnoici, compressor
relay, height sensor, air adjustable shocks and air tubing. The compressor
is activated
when the ignition is on and a sufficient amount of weight is
added
to the car to cause the rear suspension to deflect more than
approximately one inch. The exhaust solenoid
is powered at all times,
allowing the system to exhaust with the ignition off when excess weight
is
removed from the vehicle.
If the system has a slight leak, the air compressor will run frequently for a
few seconds each time.
For a larger air leak the air compressor may stay on for up to seven
minutes. You should see your dealer for service, but
you can keep driving
lyour Cadillac.
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COMFORT CONTROLS AND AUDIO SYSTEMS
In this section you'll find out how to operate the comfort control systems
and audio systenx offered
with your Cadillac. Be sure to read about the
particular system supplied
with your vehicle.
YOUR CADILLACAIR SYSTEM
Outside Air
Outside air flows through your vehicle when it is moving. It enters your
vehicle through an inlet at
the base of the windshield. Keep this area clear
of dcbris. Under most operating conditions this system uses outside air
when heating or cooling your vehicle. If you select the 60" F (16' C)
AUTO setting, a door will close to stop the flow of most outside air
allowing recirculated interior air to cool your vehicle. Your vehicle can
also use this recirculate mode during normal auto air conditioning if
maximum cooling is needed to maintain the selected temperature.
Air Outlets
.. , . .. .
Air outlets are located
in the center and at
each side of the
instrument panel.
You
can adjust the direction
of airflow by moving
the center cbntrol
levers
or stop the
airflow bv moving the
lever locked
on each
side of the outlets
downward.
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