ignition CADILLAC ELDORADO 1995 10.G Owner's Manual

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Daytime Running Lamps (Canada Only)
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.
A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work, so be
sure
it isn’t covered.
The DRL system
will make your low beam headlamps come on at
reduced brightness when:
0 the ignition is on,
0 the headlamp switch is off, and
0 the transaxle is not in PARK (P).
When it’s dark enough outside, your low beam headlamps will change to
full brightness. When it’s bright enough outside, the regular lamps will go
off and your low beam headlamps change to the reduced brightness of
DRL.
To idle your vehicle with the DRL off shift the transaxle into PARK (P).
The DRL will stay off until you shift out of PARK (P).
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system
when you need it.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine OFF Turns off the day/night function and compass. The mirror will stay in
the day setting.
To keep the photocells operating well, occasionally clean them with a
cotton swab and
glass cleaner.
M: This turns on the day/night portion of the mirror to automatically
reduce glare.
C/M: This setting turns on thc compass in addition to the dayinight
function.
A letter denoting the direction headed will appear in the top
right corner of the mirror.
Once the compass is calibrated, it does not need
to be recalibrated.
To calibrate the compass:
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3.
Set the switch on the mirror control to C/M.
Turn the vehicle ignition switch
ON. The letter C should be displayed
in the mirror compass window. If not, hold the Cal switch (bottom of
the mirror) for more than 10 seconds, and the letter C will appear. To
hold in the Cal switch, insert a paper clip into the small hole on the
bottom
of the mirror housing. The display will show a number first, but
keep holding until the letter C appears.
For quick calibration, drive the vehicle
in a 360-degree circle at less
than 5 mph (8 km/h) until the display reads a compass direction. For
normal calibration, drive the vehicle on your everyday routine, and the
compass will eventually calibrate.
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If you have this option, the switch is here:
The astroroof includes
an express open
feature,
a sliding glass
panel and a sliding
sunshade. The control
switch only works with
the ignition on or in
Retained Accessory
Power
(RAP) mode.
To open the glass panel and sunshade, press the switch rearward. The
sunshade can also be opened by hand.
If you want to stop the roof in a
partially opened position, press the switch in either direction. Press the
switch again
to open it fully.
Press and hold the switch forward to close the glass panel. The sunshade
can only be closed
by hand.
To vent, press the switch forward when the glass panel is closed. Open the
sunshade by hand.
To close the vent press the switch rearward.
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There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows
AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for
malfunctions. The light tells
you if there is an electrical problem. The
system check includes the air
bag sensors and modules, the wiring and the
diagnostic module. For more information
on the air bag system, see “Air
Bag”
in the Index.
You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition
to RUN or START Then the light should go out. This means the system is
ready.
If the air bag readiness light doesn’t come
on when you start your vehicle,
or stays on, or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may
not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away.
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ANTI-
LOCK (@)
With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come on when you start
your engine and may stay
on for several seconds. That’s normal. If the
light doesn’t come on, have it fixed
so it will be ready to warn you if there
is a problem.
If the light stays on, turn the ignition off. Or, if the light comes on when
you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition
off. Then
start the engine again
to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or
comes on again while you’re driving, your Cadillac needs service. If the
regular brake system warning light isn’t
on, you still have brakes, but you
don’t have anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is
also on,
you don’t have anti-lock brakes and there’s a problem with your
regular brakes. See “Brake System Warning Light” earlier
in this part.
Traction Disabled Message
If this message is displayed, there’s a problem with your traction control
system and your vehicle needs service. When this message
is displayed,
the system
will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly.
Traction Control System Active Message
When your traction control system is limiting wheel spin, the TRACTION
ACTIVE message will be displayed. Slippery road conditions may exist if
this message is displayed, so adjust your driving accordingly. This message
will stay
on for a few seconds after the traction control system stops
limiting wheel spin.
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This light tclls 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 BADLl’!
In the section “Problems on the Road,” this manual explains what to do.
See “Engine Overheating”
in thc Index.
Mammction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light)
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A computer monitors
operation
of your
fuel, ignition and
emission control
systems. One
of these
lights should come
on
when the ignition is
on, but the engine is
not running, as a
check to show you it is
working.
If one of
these lights doesn’t
come
on, have it fixed
right away.
If it stays on or it comes on while you are driving, the computer is indicating
that you have a problem. You should take your vehicle in
soon for service.
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This feature prevents the engine from operating at too many revolutions
per minute
(RPM). When your engine RPM’s are critically high, the fuel
supply to the engine is shut
off. When the engine speed slows, the fuel
supply will come on again. This helps prevent damage to the engine.
Khicle Speed Limiter (270 hp)
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This feature prevents your vehicle from exceeding speeds that your tires
are not rated for. When this happens, your engine’s fuel supply is shut
off.
When the vehicle speed slows, the fuel supply will come on again.
Fuel Gage
PREMIUM UNLEADED
FUEL ONLY
Your fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in your tank. It
works only when the ignition is in the RUN position.
Digital Gage
If the fuel level is within approximately 1 gallon (3.8 liters) of being full,
the letter
F is shown.
If the fuel level is between 1 and 2 gallons (3.8 and 7.6 liters) from being
empty, the letter
E is shown. If the fuel supply gets down to approximately
1 gallon (3.8 liters), the E will flash and the FUEL LEVEL VERY LOW
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This message will appear when the Climate 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
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This message serves as a warning that the fuel level in your tam 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 longer 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
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This message will a ear when the Personalized Automotive Security
System (PASS-Key 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
wait for the Driver Information Center to display WAIT
3 MINUTES.
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.
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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m This message will be displayed if a problem is noted in the Traction
Control System. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible.
TRANS FLUID RESET - 48
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 Center (between 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.
Speed Sensitive Steering (SSS)
This system varies the amount of steering effort proportionate to your
vehicle speed. Steering
is easier at a lower speed for increased
maneuverability and parking ease. As your vehicle speed increases, the
steering effort is also increased proportionately. At highway speeds the
amount
of steering effort is greatly increased to provide a manual-like
steering feel for maximum control and enhanced vehicle stability.
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Turn the ignition on the and the radio off. Then:
To Set the Hour:
Press SET, and within five seconds,
Press and hold SEEK. When the clock gets to the correct hour,
To Set the Minutes:
Press SET, and within five seconds,
release.
Press and
hold SCAN. When the clock gets to the correct minute,
Your clock
is set.
release.
How to
Operate Your Audio System
Your Cadillac will have one of the following Delco@ Radio Systems.
Please read about the system that pertains to
your vehicle.
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