climate control CADILLAC DEVILLE 1995 7.G Owners Manual

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For the 1948 model, Cadillac stainless steel roof and low profile
tires.
which set the rrend in automotive
styling
for nearly two decades. This
was followed by the 1949 model with
the two door hardtop Coupe DeVilIe
and the modern overhead valve,
high compression V8 engine.
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Engineering innovations, con-
veniences and styling dominated the
'50s and '60s. Cruise control, auto-
matic climate control,
tilt and
telescoping steering wheels, twilight
sentinel and four door hard tops
all
debuted in these years. In 1957 the
Eldorado Brougham featured
ad-
vances such as air suspension, mem-
ory seat, automatic electric door
locks, transistor radio,
a brushed
r- 19.53, was redesigned for 1967 as the
first front wheel drive personal lux-
ury car.
The 472 cu. in. V8 engine
used in all Cadillacs in 1968 and
1969 was enlarged to 500 cu. in. for
all 1970 Eldorados.
An Air Cushion Restraint
Sys-
tem (airbag) was available for 1974,
1975 and 1976 Cadillacs.
Analog Electronic Fuel Injec-
tion was available, on 1975 Cadillacs
and was standard on
the new inter-
national size
1976 Seville. In 1978,
the Trip Computer option incor-
porated an on-board microprocessor.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine AVG MPH (Average Speed) Reset
Press repeatedly the INFORMATION button to display the AVG MPH,
then press and hold the RESET button until 0.0 AVG MPH is displayed.
MPG AVG (Average Fuel Economy) Reset
Press repeatedly the INFORMATION button to display the MPG AVG,
then press and hold the RESET button until 0.0 AVG MPG is displayed.
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Fuel Used Reset
Press repeatedly the INFORMATION button to display the FUEL
USED on the Driver Information Center, then press and hold the
RESET button until FUEL USED 0.0 is displayed.
Oil Life Left Reset
Press repeatedly the INFORMATION button to display the OIL LIFE
LEFT, then press and hold the RESET button until 100 OIL LIFE LEFT
is displayed.
DISPLAY ON/OFF Button
Pressing this button will turn off the Driver Information Center,
Electronic Climate Control and Fuel Data Center displays.
If you have
the digital cluster, the fuel gage, trip odometer and odometer will also
turn
off. While displays are off, pressing the INFOKMATION button will
turn on only the Driver Information Center. If anv other button is pressed
or
a driving warning message needs to he displnydd or fuel level falls
below four gallons, all the displays will come back on.
TRIP SET Button
Press and hold this button to set the trip odometer back to zero.
ENGIMET (EnglishiMetric Button)
Press this button to switch from English (miles and Degrees Fahrenheit),
to metric (kilometers and Degrees
L.- Celsius).

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These messages will appear if there is a problem sensed in one of your
vehicle's svstems. Vehicles that arc first sold in Canada will have awnumber
after eachmessage. This number helps
to identify the message, which is
only displayed in English. c
APPLY BRAKE TO SHIFT - 46
This message will appear if your vehicle is in PARK (P) for about 15 seconds
and
the brake is not depressed. If VOLI do not want this message to appear,
you can cancel it by holding the OkF and the blue (cooler) button on the
Electronic Climate Control panel for about five seconds.
Hold the same two
buttons again to have this message displayed.
A/C OVERHEATED - A/C COMPRESSOR OFF - 15
If the refrigerant system ever reaches an over-yrcssure condition, this
message will appear to tell you that the air conditioning compressor has
been turned off. Air conditioned air will not be delivered to cool your
vehicle.
If the pressure returns to a normal operating range, vou must
message co11tinues
to appear, have the system repaired as soon as possible
to avoid compressor damage.
select
AUTO, DEFOG, 01- DEFROST to start the
compress& If this
BATTERY NO CHARGE - 07
This message will appear if your battery is not being charged. Have your
electrical system checlwJ by y~lr Cadi1l;lc dealership at your earliest
conxnience.
BATTERY VOLI'S HIGH - OS
This message shows that the electrical charging system is overcharging,
(more
than I6 volts). To avoid being stranded have the electrical system
checked
by your Cadillac dealership. You can reduce the charging
0verlo;d
by using the accessories. Turn on the lamps and radio, set the
climate cohtrol
on AUTO and the fan spced 011 HI, and turn the rear
window defogger on. You can monitor battery
voltage on the Driver
Information Center
by toggling the INFORMATION button. The normal
range is
11.5 to 15.5 volts when the engine is running.
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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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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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Your vehicle has strategically placed electronic sensors that feed
information to the vehicle’s computer svstems. Your vehicle can control
the ventilation, heating and air conditidning automatically year round.
The outside temperature, inside temperature setting, €an speeds and the
ECC selection are displayed
on a digital screen.
When the
OFF button is selected, nothing is on, but air will still flow
through your vehicle
if you’re moving. The system will try to keep the air
at
the selected temperature, but it might not be able to maintain it if it’s
hot, or cold, outside.
The
OUTSIDE temperature is always displayed when your vehicle is
running.
You can change it from Celsius to Fahrenheit by pressing the
ENG/MET (English/Metric) button.
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A/C Purge
If your vehicle is sitting out on a hot day and you have it set on AUTO,
the air will first flow out the floor air ducts for a few seconds. That is
normal. This is to
expel hot air in the air ducts. As the air is cooled. the
flow will move through the A/C outlets. If you start your vehicle with the
fan setting on HI it will skip the A/C Purge.
Cold Weather Purge
On cold days when your system is first turned on, in either the AUTO or
ECON setting? and the fan setting is not on HI, a small amount of air will
flow through thc defroster duct whilc the system is waiting for the engine
coolant
to warm up enough to provide hcat. This prevents your breath
from fogging your windshield. As the coolant warm up, the blower fan
specd
will gradually increase and air will flow from the heater outlets,
with some airflow to the windshield to prevent fogging under most normal
conditions.
Manually Recirculate Inside Air
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There may be times whcn vou want less air from the outside. To
recirculate the air from thi inside, in the AUTO setting, just set the
temperature to 60” F (16* C) and adjust your fan speed:
DEFOG
Press this button to divide the air between the windshield and the heater
ducts.
This is useful when fog appears on the windshield or side glass due
to sudden rain or snowy conditions.
Fan Speeds
/+
Press the fan symbol
button until AUTO is
displayed on the
screen.
At this setting, the fan speed is controlled automatically.
If it is cold outside, the blower may not run in the maximum high fan
speed right away. The system checks the temperature of the coolant to
assure it is warm enough to provide heat. When thc coolant is warnl, the

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Press this button to
turn on the rear
defogger.
With it, your rear window and both outside rearview mirrors arc heated.
The system
will automatically shut off after 10 minutes. If further
defogging
is desired, simply press the button again.
I NOTICE:
Scraping the inside of your rear window could cut and damage
the heating grids. Your warranty would not cover this damage.
And don't put decals there; you might have to scrape them off.
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Electronic Solar Sensor
The Electronic Solar Sensor is part of the Electronic Climate Control
System.
The sensor monitors
the
sun's solar
radiation. The
Electronic Climate
Control system
uses
this information to
automatically make the
necessary temperature
and airflow
adjustments to maintain
your comfort.
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PARK (P), the system will only cyclc for two minutes. If you want it to
cycle again? press the switch. It will go on for two-minute cycles after that.
If it has cleared your windshield before the cycle is over, you can turn it
off by just pressing the switch again.
Use
the defroster or defog features of the Electronic Climate Control to
clear fog from the windshield as previously described. In warm weather
the heated windshield system helps keep the vehicle's interior cool by
blocking much of the sun's heat producing radiation. The system's solar
control properties
also help reduce intcrior fading.
There
is a metal film in the windshield which will block out some radio or
microwave signals. Therefore,
the hcated windshield will reduce the
useful range of devices such as garage door openers and radar detectors.
(In certain states radar detectors are legal.)
AUDIO SYSTEMS
Your Delco"' audio system has been designed to operate easily and give
years of listening pleasure. You will get the most cnjoyment out of your
audio system
if you acquaint vourselfwith it first. Find out what your
Delco" system can
do and f& to opcrate all its controls, to be sure
you're getting the most out of the advanced engineering cj that went into it.
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FM Stereo
FM stereo will give you the best sound, however, FM signals will only
rclich about 10 to 40 miles ( 16 to 65 km), Ell1 buildings or hills may
interfere with
FM signals causing sounds to fade and may also cause
popping. crackling
or momentary hissing noises.
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AM
The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at
night. The longer
range, however, can cause stations to interfere with
each other. (FCC regdations require some AM radio stations to reduce
signal strength
at nieh to mhimize interference.) AM can pick up noise
from things like
stohs and powcr lines. Try reciucing the treble to reduce
this noise if you ever gct it.
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