ECU CADILLAC ELDORADO 1996 10.G User Guide

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Front Seat Position
Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never
put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why:
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A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be
seriously injured if the right front passenger’s air
bag inflates. This is because the back
of a
rear-facing child restraint would be very close to
the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear-facing
child restraint in the rear seat.
You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part
about the top strap if the child restraint has one.
1. Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air
bag, always move the seat as far back as it will go
before securing a forward-facing child restraint. (See
“Seats”
in the Index.)
2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions
for the child restraint.
3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the
instructions say.
4. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder
portions
of the vehicle’s safety belt through or
around the restraint. The child restraint instructions
will show you how.
If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or
neck, put it behind the child restraint.

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7. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the
8. Push and pull the child restraint in different
retractor while
you push down on the cliild restraint.
directions to be sure it is secure. Children
who have optgrown child restraints should
wear the vehicle's safety belts.
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's
safety belt and let it
go back all.the way. The safety belt
will move fieely again and be ready to work for an adult
If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a
window
so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and
get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.
or
larger child passenger.
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Pressing the VALET button
located inside
of the glove
box will disable the use of
the trunk, fuel door and
garage door opener.
Pressing this button again
will make these features
reusable. Locking the glove box with
the door key
will also help to secure
your vehicle.
Note that the Keyless Entry transmitter can not be used
to open the trunk or fuel door if the VALET button is
pressed
in.
Trunk Lid Automatic Pull-Down Feature
Your car has an automatic pull-down feature that
helps close the trunk electronically. Your fingers
can be trapped under the trunk lid
as it goes
down. Your fingers could be injured, and
you
would need someone to help you free them. Keep
your fingers away from the trunk lid as you close
it and as it is going down.
Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Although your Cadillac has a number
of theft-deterrent
features. we know
that nothing we put on it can make
it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you
can help.
Key in the Ignition
If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an
easy target for joy riders or professional thieves -- so
don’t do it.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine When you park your Cadillac and open the driver’s
door, you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your
key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do
this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and
so will
your ignition and transaxle. And remember to lock
the doors.
Parking at Night
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your
vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out
of sight.
Put them in a storage area, or take them with you.
Parking Lots
If you park in a lot where someone will be watching
your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys.
But what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if
you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle?
0 Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk
or glove box.
Lock the glove box.
Lock all the doors except the driver’s.
Then take the door key and remote lock control key
chain with you.
Theft-Deterrent System (Option)
SECURITY
If your ignition is off and
either door is open, the
SECURITY light will flash
reminding you to activate
the system (the light will
also flash if the battery
has been disconnected
or reconnected).
1. Open the door.
2. Lock the door using the power door lock or the
Keyless Entry system. The SECURITY light should
come
on and stay on.
3. Close all the doors. The SECURITY light should go
off within approximately 30 seconds.
The horn will sound and the lamps will flash for several
minutes when the door or trunk is opened without the
key or Keyless Entry system. The horn also sounds
if
the locks are damaged.
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Your
vehicle is equipped with either the mini console if
you have the column shifter or the optional full front
console with shift lever.
The mini console comes with a storage tray, a storage
compartment for CD’s or tapes and a dual cupholder that
unfolds for use. The full console includes
a storage
compartment for
CD’s or tapes and an optional phone,
an armrest and a cupholder. The cupholder can be
opened by pressing on the surface panel located in front
of the armrest. Close the lid to secure. This feature
is available on vehicles without the optional
astroroof. To gain access
to this compartment, which is
located directly above the inside rearview mirror in the
headliner, push up and the storage area will open.
Rear Storage Armrest (Option)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a rear seat armrest
which includes an open storage compartment and a dual
cupholder that unfolds for use.
To open, lift the front
edge. This feature is available on vehicles with leather
interiors only.
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The convenience net is inside the back wall of the trunk.
Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can
help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or
quick starts and stops.
The net is not for larger, heavier loads. Store them
in the
trunk as far forward as you can. When not using the net,
hook the net to the tabs securing it to the sill plate.
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
With the full console, press on the cover, which is
located below the climate control system, to reveal the
front ashtray.
To clean this ashtray, lift it out by gripping
the sides.
IC you don’t have a center console, pull the
tray
out to reveal the ashtray. The tray is located beneath
the radio. To clean this ashtray, lift
it out by pulling on
the snuffer. If the ashtray will not come out, try reaching
under
it and gently press up on the ashtray bowl to
remove it.
To use the rear ashtray, lift the lid.
NOTICE:
Don’t put papers or other flammable items into
your ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or other smoking
materials could ignite them, causing a
damaging fire.
The cigarette lighter is located near the ashtray. Press it
all the way in and release. It will pop back by itself when
it’s ready to light. You may also have a lighter on the
back
of the center console near the rear seat air outlet.
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Press the switch rearward and release to express-open
the glass panel and sunshade. 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 and release 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.
Universal Transmitter (Option)
This transmitter allows you to consolidate the functions
of up to
three individual hand-held transmitters. It will
operate garage doors and gates, or with the accessory
package, other devices controlled by radio frequency such as home/office lighting systems and
security systems.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If you have trouble programming the universal
transmitter, make sure that you have followed the
directions exactly as described and that the battery in the
hand-held transmitter is not dead. If you still cannot
program it, rotate the hand-held transmitter end over end
and try again. The universal transmitter may not work
with older garage door openers that do not meet current
Federal Consumer Safety Standards. If you cannot
program the transmitter after repeated attempts, consult
your Cadillac dealer.
Be sure to keep the original hand-held transmitter
in case
you need to erase and reprogram the universal transmitter.
Note to Canadian Owners: During programming, the
hand-held transmitter may stop transmitting after one or
two seconds. If you
are programming from one of these
transmitters, you should press and re-press the button on
the hand-held transmitter every two seconds without
ever releasing the button on
the universal transmitter.
Release both buttons when the red light on the universal
transmitter begins to flash rapidly.
Operating the Transmitter
Press and hold the appropriate button on the universal
transmitter. The red light comes on while the signal is
being transmitted.
Note that the effective transmission range of the universal
transmitter may differ from the hand-held transmitter and
from one channel to another. Also note that the universal
transmitter is disabled when the VALET button inside of
the glove box is activated. For more information, see
“Security Override” earlier in this section.
Erasing Channels
To erase all three programmed channels, hold down the
two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash.
Individual channels cannot be erased, but can be
reprogrammed using the procedure for programming the
transmitter explained earlier.
Accessories
Accessories for the universal transmitter are available
from the manufacturer of the unit.
If you would like
additional information please call
1-800-355-35 15.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine ENGINE COOLANT HOT-IDLE ENGINE - 44:
This message will appear when the engine coolant
temperature is over
248 OF (126°C). To avoid added
strain on a hot engine, turn off the climate control
system. Stop and allow your vehicle to idle until it cools
down or
the message is removed. If it does not cool
down, turn off the engine and have it serviced before
driving it again. Severe engine damage can result from
an overheated engine. See “Engine Overheating” in
the Index.
FUEL LEVEL VERY LOW - 11: This message serves
as a warning that the fuel level in the tank is critically
low. Stop for fuel immediately.
MONITORED SYSTEMS OK - 1: This message only
appears in the “recall” mode by pressing the RESET
button. It lets you know that no other messages are
stored or currently active.
PASS KEY NOT PROGRAMMED - 31: This
warning message displays when the PASS-Key pellet
information has not been programmed into your vehicle.
See your Cadillac dealership for service.
PCM FAULT - 110: The circuit in the Powertrain
Control Module (PCM) has shorted or is loose when this
message appears. Have your Cadillac serviced by your
dealership at once.
REDUCED ENGINE POWER - 41: This message
informs the driver that due to wheel slippage your
vehicle is reducing engine power to compensate for the
loss of traction. Accelerating too fast causing the tires to
spin is an example of when this message would display.
REMOVE KEY - 70: This message will appear when
the Personalized Automotive Security System
(PASS-Key
11) is unable to read the pellet on the
ignition key or an improper key pellet has been inserted.
Wait for the DIC to display STARTING DISABLED
DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM REMOVE IGNITION
KEY. The instrument panel cluster will then run a timer
and change the messages to WAIT
3 MINUTES, WAIT
2 MINUTES, WAIT 1 MINUTE and then START CAR.
When the REMOVE KEY message is displayed, remove
the ignition key. 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
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displayed to indicate that the suspension system
is not
operating properly. To correct this problem have your
vehicle serviced at your Cadillac dealership.
SERVICE TRANSMISSION - 100: If a problem is
detected with the transaxle, this message will appear.
Have your vehicle checked by your Cadillac dealership.
SPEED SENSOR FAULT - 109: A circuit problem
with the vehicle speed sensor will trigger this message
to appear. Have your Cadillac dealership service your
vehicle.
STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM
REMOVE IGNITION KEY
- 33: This message will
appear 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 DIC 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.
STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATED - 42: This
message will appear when the engine has overheated.
Stop and turn the engine
off immediately to avoid severe
engine damage. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index.
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.
THEFT SYSTEM PROBLEMKAR MAY NOT
RESTART
- 34: This message means there is a problem
in the Personalized Automotive Security System
(PASS-Key 11). A fault has been detected in the system
which means that the PASS-Key I1 system is disabled
and is not protecting the vehicle. The vehicle usually
restarts however, you may want to take your vehicle to
a
proper service center before turning off the engine.
TOP SPEED FUEL CUT-OFF - 111: This message
will appear when the PCM senses that the maximum
speed for your Cadillac has been reached. The speed of
your vehicle will decrease several mph as the fuel
supply is cutoff. This allows your vehicle to stay in a
stable operating range.
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