overheating CADILLAC DEVILLE 1995 7.G Owners Manual

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This Cadillac Manual is divided into major sections.
Introduction
- How to Use this Manual .......................... iii 1
This section tells you how to use your manual and includes safety
and vehicle damage warnings and symbols.
Section
1 - Seats and Restraint Systems ......................... 1-1 I
This section tells you how to use your seats and safety
belts properly.
It also explains the “SIR” system.
Section
2 - Features and Controls .............................. 2-1 1
This section explains how to start and operate your Cadillac.
Section
3 - Comfort Controls and Audio Systems . a . . . . . . e 3-1 1
This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and
comfort
controls and how to operate your audio system.
Section 4 - Your Driving and the Road .......................... 4-1 1
Here you’ll find heipful information and tips about the
road and how to drive under different conditions.
Section
5 - Problems on the Road .............................. 5-1 1
This section tells you what to do if you have a problem
while driving, such
as a flat tire, or engine overheating, etc.
Section
6 - Service and Appearance Care ........................
Here the manual tells you how to keep your Cadillac
running properly and looking good.
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For more information on “Reporting Safety Defects”, see Owner
Assistance, Page
4.
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When your traction control svstem is limiting wheel spin, the TWCTION
ACTIVE message will be displayed. Slippery road conditions may exist if
this message is displayed. so adjust vour driving accordingly. This message
will stav on for a few seconds after the traction control system stops
lirnitini
wheel spin.
Engine Temperature Warning Light (Can.udian Only)
This light tells you that
your engine has
overheated.
You
~ should stop the car and
turn the engine
off as
~ soon as possible. A
~ warning chime should
also sound if this light
comes on.
As a check, the light should come on for a few seconds when you start
your engine.
HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY!
In the section “Problems on the Road,” this manual explains what to do.
See ”Engine Overheating“ in thc Index.
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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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Making very sharp turns while trailering coulcl cause the trailer
to come in contact with the vehicle. Your whicle could be
damagecl. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering.
When towing a trailer? the green arrows on your instrument panel will
flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailcr are burned out. Th, 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
working.
Driving On Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lowcr gear bcfow VOLI start clown a long or
steep downgrade. If you don't shift down. youkight have to use your
brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well.
On a long uphill grade. shift down ;1nd reduce your speed to u-ound
45 mph (70 km/h) or less to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle
overheating.
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wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position with a clamping
device designed for towing selvicc. Do not use the whicle's steering
colunln lock for this. The trallsaxlc should he in NEUTRAL (N) and the
parking hrake relc;lsd.
ENGINE OVERHEATING
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TIIC Driver Information Center will displav either ENGINE COOL.ANT
HOT-IDLE ENGINE 01 STOP ENGINEdENGINE OVERHEATING.
In addition you will find the warning light about a hot engine on your
instrument panel on Canadian vehiclcs.

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Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn't
covered
by your warranty.
If there seems to be no leak, with the engine on check to see if the electric
engine fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be
running. If they aren't. your vehicle needs service.
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RADIATOR .PRESSURE CAP
NOTICE:
Your radiator pressure cap is a 15 psi (105 kpa) pressure-type
cap and must be tightly installed
to prevent coolant loss and
possible engine damage from overheating.
Be sure the arrows
on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler
neck.
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Door Central Unlocking System
.......................... 2-7
Locks ........................................... 2-3
Driver Information Center .................. 2.84.2.85. 2.87
Driver Position ..................................... 1-11
Driving On Grades. with a Trailer ..................... 4-40
Driving
At
Night ....................................... 4-16
City ........................................... 4-21
Defensive ....................................... 4-1
Drunken ........................................ 4-2
Freeway ........................................ 4-22
In a Blizzard .................................... 4-30
In the Rain ..................................... 4-18
On Curves ...................................... 4-11
On Hill and Mountain Roads ...................... 4-25
On Snow and Ice ................................ 4-28
Winter ......................................... 4-27
With a Trailer ................................... 4-39
Through Deep Standing Water ..................... 2-23
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Electrical Equipment. Adding ............... 2.23.3.22. 6-61
Electrical Systems Chart ............................. 6-73
Electrochromic Rearview Mirror ...................... 2-59
Electronic Climate Control (ECC) ..................... 3-2
Electronic Solar Sensor ............................ 3-6
Features ........................................ 3-4
Electronic Level Control ............................ 2-95
Emission Control Systems Chart ...................... 6-73
EnglMet Button. Driver Information Center ............ 2-86
Engine Compartment Fuse Block ..................... 6-62
Engine Coolant .................................... 6-20
Heater .................................... 2.24. 6.15
Hot Message .................................... 2-89
Cooling System Chart ............................ 6-72
Exhaust ........................................ 2-34
Hot-A/C Compressor Off Message ................. 2-90
Identification ................................... 6-60
Lubrication System Chart ......................... 6-72
Overheating .................................... 5-11
Running It While You’re Parked ................... 2-35
Specifications ................................... 6-71
Starting ........................................ 2-22
Temperature Warning Light ....................... 2-79
Engine
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